Synopsis
Morning Air® with John Harper is an inspiring, informative, joyful, and family-friendly way to start your day! From breaking news and social issues to tips for business, parenting and family life, Harper and co-host Glen Lewerenz cover every topic from a balanced, Catholic perspective.
Episodes
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Prayer During Summer/ Summer Series: Conquering Addiction Part V
03/07/2023 Duration: 50min7/3/23 7am CT Hour - Fr. John Gordon/ Kendra Von Esh John and Sarah share some 4th of July Trivia. Fr. John talks about keeping up your prayer life in the Summertime. Kendra explains why prayer and really everything needs to begin with God and our soul.
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Saint Jerk/ Sunday Gospel Reflection/ Reviving Marriage Ministry
30/06/2023 Duration: 48min6/30/23 6am CT Hour - DJ Dixon/ Bishop Daniel Mueggenborg/ Damon Owens John and Sarah chat about the 4th of July weekend and the Supreme Court ruling on Affirmative Action in Colleges. DJ talks about the inspiration of his book Saint Jerk and how it speaks to kids and teens about striving for something greater in life. https://www.amazon.com/Saint-Jerk-D-J-Dixon-ebook/dp/B0BQ28PFBV/ref=sr_1_2?crid=2A0AFI6ZKY209&keywords=saint+jerk&qid=1688132031&sprefix=saint+jerk%2Caps%2C145&sr=8-2 Bishop Muegenborg reflects on this Sunday's Gospel and what it means to take up our cross. Damon explains the challenge of getting couple who marry in the Church to stay there and having ministry to help them along the way.
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USCCB Response to Pro-Abortion Catholic Lawmakers/ The Multi-Tasking Myth
30/06/2023 Duration: 50min6/30/23 7am CT Hour - Mary Hallan Fiorito/ Danielle Bean John and Sarah chat about 4th of July travel, Supreme Court on Affirmative Action and National Candy Month. Mary breaks down what some catholic lawmakers signed in regards to "abortion rights" and the USCCB's response. https://www.usccb.org/news/2023/us-bishops-president-and-chairmen-rebuke-distortion-church-teaching-abortion-statement Danielle explains why multitasking is a myth and shares some steps to overcome it and become more present and productive. https://media.ascensionpress.com/podcast/multi-tasking-is-a-myth-and-how-to-stop-it/
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Sound of Freedom/ Sacred Tradition
29/06/2023 Duration: 46min6/29/23 6am CT Hour - Jim Caviezel/ William Albrecht John, Glen an Sarah chat hot and smokey weather, airport delays, Yankee Perfect Game and play What's That Sound? Jim shares his new movie “Sound of Freedom” and why it’s important for all Americans to watch it and know that is going on with trafficking children today. Buy a ticket or pay it forward here: https://www.angel.com/tickets/sound-of-freedom?variation=july_3&gclid=CjwKCAjwhdWkBhBZEiwA1ibLmPbYfKtFoHOsSAAv3D8V-fnhUx_a-JY1yOyEESXGB-CvvULHW9wMVhoCCVIQAvD_BwE&zip=60622&date=2023-07-03 William talks about Pope Francis dedicating a day to meditate on sacred scripture and how sacred tradition plays into our understanding of the Bible.
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Celebrate Life Day Recap II/ Sts Peter and Paul
29/06/2023 Duration: 50min6/29/23 7am CT Hour - Kristan Hawkins/ Fr. James Kubicki John, Glen and Sarah chat about the weather. airport delays, Yankee Perfect Game and play What's that Sound. Kristen talks about Students for Life's plan for the upcoming years to keep America going in the Pro-Life generation and talks about the big wins we have had within the last year. Fr. Kubicki talk about these Patriarchs of the Catholic faith and what we can learn from their life on their feast day.
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National Celebrate Life Recap/ Latest From the Vatican/ Borrowing Money to Family
28/06/2023 Duration: 50min6/28/23 6am CT Hour - Shawn Carney/ Ashley Noronha/ Howard Dvorkin John, Glen and Sarah chat about air quality warning s in WI/MI/IL from Canadian wildfires, Catholic politicians supporting Abortion rights and the best way to eat spaghetti. Shawn recaps what happened at the National Celebrate Life Day and how the end of Roe was just the first step in ending abortion in our country for good. Ashley reports on how Italians measure pasta, Pope's health and General Audience, festivals happening in Rome. Howard gives advice about borrowing or lending money to family.
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Words of Wisdom for the Widowed/ 5 Ways to Increase Productivity
28/06/2023 Duration: 50min6/28/23 7am CT Hour - Fr. Marcel Taillon/ Dave Durand John, Glen and Sarah chat about smog in America, Catholic politicians supporting abortion rights, John's Baptism date and properly eating spaghetti. Fr. Taillon gives some advice for widowers on how to continue to live and have joy through the grief. Dave shares 5 simple things you can do to increase your productivity at home and in the workplace.
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Celebrate Life Day/ Down Syndrome Barbie
27/06/2023 Duration: 50min6/27/23 6am CT Hour - Laura DeMaria/ Erin Thielman John, Glen and Sarah chat about the Russian Coup, Incarnation Catholic Church on fire in Florida and LSU winning the College Championship. Laura breaks down what happened Saturday at the Celebrate Life Rally to honor the Anniversary of the end of Roe and talks about te road ahead. Erin talks about how the new Barbie designed after those with Down Syndrome got on the shelves and her journey getting a diagnosis for a child with Down Syndrome. https://www.globaldownsyndrome.org/ https://ndss.org
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Vacate and Recreate Part I/ God is On Our Side
27/06/2023 Duration: 50min6/27/23 7am CT Hour - Martha Fernandez-Sardina/ Harry Kraemer John, Glen and Sarah chat about the Russian Coup, Catholic Church in Orlando, Florida set ablaze and LSU Tigers winning College Baseball. Martha explains what summer vacations can teach us about life and love. Harry shares how we can live a life understanding that God will not prevent all tragedies but does promise to always be there to help us through them.
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I Love, Therefore I Fast/ Summer Books for Kids
26/06/2023 Duration: 50min6/26/23 6am CT Hour - Fr. John Gordon/ Lindsay Schlegel Fr. John delves into the regular practice of fasting nd giving something up not just during Lent and how doing so will help you to grow in virtue and becoming more like Christ. Lindsay shares great tips on how to get your kids into a regular practice of reading and how to spur a love for the written word in a variety of forms. https://osvkids.com/books/teeny-tiny-theology-series/ http://firstfaithtreasury.com/
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What is Opus Dei?/ Summer Series: Conquering Addictions Part IV
26/06/2023 Duration: 50min6/26/23 7am CT Hour - Fr. Javier del Castillo/ Kendra Von Esh Fr. Javier shares who St. Josemaria was and why he founded Opus Dei. He explains why we are all called to sainthood no matter what our vocation in life and how Opus Dei works toward helping all achieve that ultimate goal. Kendra breaks down why the "why" is key when trying to rid ourselves of bad habits or addictions. When it's not superficial, the ability to reach the goal is long lasting and true.
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Market Update/ Venerable Sr. Lucia/ Sunday Gospel Reflection
23/06/2023 Duration: 50min6/23/23 6am CT Hour - Chadd Garcia/ David Carollo/ Bishop Daniel Mueggenborg Chadd talks about the market from federal debt to rise in inflation. David reveals where the canonization process in in regards to Sr. Lucia from Fatima. Bishop Mueggenborg reflects on this Sunday's gospel and gives some inspiration on Our Lord.
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Pro-Life Progress Check/ Sound of Freedom/ Dobbs v Jackson Anniversary
23/06/2023 Duration: 50min6/23/23 7am CT Hour - Brian Gibson/ Jim Caviezel/ Mary Hallan Fiorito Brian gives an update on where we are in America 1 year after the Dobbs v Jackson decision. Jim shares his new movie "Sound of Freedom" and why it's important for all Americans to watch it and know that is going on with trafficking children today. Buy a ticket or pay it forward here: https://www.angel.com/tickets/sound-of-freedom?variation=july_3&gclid=CjwKCAjwhdWkBhBZEiwA1ibLmPbYfKtFoHOsSAAv3D8V-fnhUx_a-JY1yOyEESXGB-CvvULHW9wMVhoCCVIQAvD_BwE&zip=60622&date=2023-07-03 Mary reflects on all the pro-life warriors whose hard work led to the fall of Roe 1 year after the Supreme Court decision.
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Reaching Teens Today/ Benefits of the Gap Year
22/06/2023 Duration: 48min6/22/23 6am CT Hour - Fr. Jeremy Ploof/ Kim morgan Glen and Sarah play "What's That Sound" Fr. Jeremy shares some ideas on how and why we still need to engage our teens in the faith. Kim talks about the gap year when it comes to college prep and why it can be beneficial for kids to take some time to do service and evaluate what their vocation in life is.
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5 "What Ifs" Renewing the Church/ Religious Freedom Week
22/06/2023 Duration: 50min6/22/23 7am CT Hour - Marcel LeJeune/ Fr. James Kubicki Glen and Sarah play "What's That Sound" Marcel shares his article about how we in the church can better share our faith if we started with charity, stopped bickering, playing the victim and more. https://catholicmissionarydisciples.com/news/5-what-ifs Fr. Kubicki talks about the US Bishops Week of Religious Freedom starting today and what it means to have freedom of religion in this country.
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Divine Mercy in Australia/ Latest From the Vatican/ Catholic Church in Arkansas
21/06/2023 Duration: 50min6/21/23 6am CT Hour - Anna Nuzzo/ Ashley Noronha/ Joe Boland Anna shares her recent trip to Australia where she and Fr. Chris Alar reached many with the message of consecration and Divine Mercy. https://www.annanuzzo.com/ Ashley reports of the Pope's health, astronomy, archeology and the feast of St. John the Baptist. Joe talks about the church in Arkansas and while they are poor in resources, they are rich in faith and vocations. https://www.catholicextension.org/?gclid=CjwKCAjwv8qkBhAnEiwAkY-ahpvNxuyr67USe3snvJgAc3gqHf_crqZK03-DIZFGosQ6QZ5xwtj8oxoC3ZgQAvD_BwE
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Seminarian Pilgrimage/ God's Puzzle in Life
21/06/2023 Duration: 50min6/21/23 6am CT Hour - Fr. Marcel Taillon/ Jenni Thyng Fr. Marcel talk about 1,400 Polish Seminarians and their pilgrimage along with growing vocations for priests and religious in the United States. https://aleteia.org/2023/06/18/impressive-video-1400-seminarians-on-pilgrimage/ Jenni relates how putting together a puzzle without the box is like our life and His plan in it. God has the box cover and needs us to trust in Him to help us put it together all in His time. https://www.joyinallseasons.com/
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What is Genrative AI? / World Youth Day Lisbon 2023
20/06/2023 Duration: 50min6/20/23 6am CT Hour - Mark Mastroianni/ Bishop Brendan Cahill John, Glen and Sarah chat about the missing tourist submarine, Pope Francis on Eucharistic Revival, College Baseball World Series and Ice Cream Soda Day. Mark explains what generative AI is and how it can help you in repetitive tasks at home and at work. Bishop Cahill shares what World Youth Day is like and talks about the upcoming 2023 WYD in Lisbon.
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Born to Prepare the Way/ Canon of Scripture
20/06/2023 Duration: 50min6/20/23 7am CT Hour - Martha Fernandez-Sardina/ William Albrecht John, Glen and Sarah chat about the missing tourist sub, college baseball and National Ice Cream Soda Day. Martha talks John the Baptist and why he was born to be the voice for the Word. William shares the history of the Canon of Sacred Scripture and explains how early church Father differ from Martin Luther about what is the true inspired texts of God.
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Insurance 101/ Identity Crisis
19/06/2023 Duration: 50min6/19/23 6am CT Hour - Benote Wimp/ Mary Hasson John, Glen and Sarah chat about Father's Day, talks with China, and baseball. Benote breaks down what insurance is and the importance of having different kinds fr emergency situations. Mary talks about the origin of gender identity and it's existence in our culture today. She refers to a new ebook that helps give tools to combat what we are presented. https://lp.edify.us/gender-ideology-ebook-1/