Episodes
Friday Jun 24, 2022
Candid Catholic Convos - 6-26-2022
Friday Jun 24, 2022
Friday Jun 24, 2022
The pending ruling in the Dobbs v Jackson Women's Health Organization case with the Supreme Court has fired up a lot of passion, fear, and continued to fuel an on-going debate surrounding abortion. To help shed some light on the political "man-behind-the-curtain," we're sitting down with PA Catholic Conference Executive Director, Eric Failing, to talk about what this potentially monumental decision means for us and what pro-life policies are currently in the works in Harrisburg
Sunday Jun 19, 2022
Candid Catholic Convos - 6-19-2022
Sunday Jun 19, 2022
Sunday Jun 19, 2022
HAPPY FATHER'S DAY! This week, we're chatting with the Diocese's new director of family life ministries, Adam Arehart, about the important role of the father in the family and where men can find encouragement in their vocation within the church.
Sunday Jun 12, 2022
Candid Catholic Convos - 6-12-2022
Sunday Jun 12, 2022
Sunday Jun 12, 2022
Forgiveness is essential in our faith and in our everyday relationships, but sometimes, it is extremely difficult. Today we're discussing practicing forgiveness like Jesus did with Deacon Gregory Amarante and his wife Ellen, and how we can effectively forgive others and ourselves over time.
Sunday Jun 05, 2022
Candid Catholic Convos - 6-5-2022
Sunday Jun 05, 2022
Sunday Jun 05, 2022
Today we celebrate Pentecost as both the end of the Easter Season and the birthday of the Church. Much like the apostles who were touched by the Holy Spirit, we're called to spread the good news too, but how can we do it without feeling weird? Father Sawicki, director of vocations, shares with us some practical tips and tricks for modern day evangelization.
Sunday May 29, 2022
Candid Catholic Convos - 5-29-2022
Sunday May 29, 2022
Sunday May 29, 2022
When you think of possession and making yourself vulnerable to evil spirits, you're probably thinking playing with tarot cards or Ouija boards, not personal development, right? New trends in the realm of personal growth sound great in theory, but may actually be opening us up to attack, not blessings. Father John Szada, exorcist for the Diocese, explains how growth without God could be very dangerous.
Sunday May 22, 2022
Candid Catholic Convos - 5-22-2022
Sunday May 22, 2022
Sunday May 22, 2022
May is National Foster Care Awareness Month! Gwen Pfeifer, program director of Adoption Services and Specialized Foster Care at Catholic Charities, joins me today to talk about these programs and how we can get involved.
Sunday May 15, 2022
Candid Catholic Convos - 5-15-2022
Sunday May 15, 2022
Sunday May 15, 2022
Mental illness affects 1 in 4 adults, and in 2020, suicide was the second leading cause of death, many of whom were stricken with some form of mental illness. Donna Nebistinsky and Tim Danko of St Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish decided to take action and establish a safe-haven for those afflicted to reduce the stigma around mental illness, especially in the church.
Sunday May 08, 2022
Candid Catholic Convos - 5-8-2022
Sunday May 08, 2022
Sunday May 08, 2022
Happy Mother's Day! Today we celebrate all mothers, and grieve with those who may be struggling with the loss of their earthly mothers or mourning a strained relationship. Sister Geralyn reminds us Mary is our mother, too, and explains how we can grow in a relationship with her to know her son Jesus better."
Sunday May 01, 2022
Candid Catholic Convos - 5-1-2022
Sunday May 01, 2022
Sunday May 01, 2022
This week, we are continuing our conversation with Matthew Kenenitz, a Diocese of Harrisburg native who's spent the last three years teaching overseas at Ukrainian Catholic University before evacuating in February. He shares some of the harrowing experiences his students, friends and colleagues face on a daily basis as the crisis in their country continues."
Sunday Apr 24, 2022
Candid Catholic Convos - 4-24-2022
Sunday Apr 24, 2022
Sunday Apr 24, 2022
It's been eight long and terrifying weeks for the people of Ukraine during the ongoing invasion from Russia. In part 1 of this two-part episode, we're speaking with Matthew Kenenitz, a Diocese of Harrisburg native who's spent the last three years teaching overseas at Ukrainian Catholic University before evacuating in February, and continues to stay in touch with those he cares about during this crisis."
Sunday Apr 17, 2022
Candid Catholic Convos - 4-17-2022
Sunday Apr 17, 2022
Sunday Apr 17, 2022
Happy Easter from the Diocese of Harrisburg! This week, join Bishop Gainer and Michael Parks of WHP 580 for conversation and inspiration during this most blessed time of year."
Sunday Apr 10, 2022
Candid Catholic Convos - 4-10-2022
Sunday Apr 10, 2022
Sunday Apr 10, 2022
If you're struggling with prayer this Lenten Season, this episode is for you. Father John Bateman has some practical tips this week to share with us on how to cultivate a fruitful prayer life, not just in this season, but throughout the rest of the year."
Sunday Apr 03, 2022
Candid Catholic Convos - 4-3-2022
Sunday Apr 03, 2022
Sunday Apr 03, 2022
Good news! You don’t have to re-invent the wheel if you want to make Easter less about chocolate bunnies and more about Christ! In this week’s episode, we’re talking about all the ways you can re-center your kids (and yourself), and most of it you may already be doing!
Sunday Mar 27, 2022
Sunday Mar 20, 2022
Sunday Mar 13, 2022
Sunday Mar 06, 2022
Sunday Feb 27, 2022
Sunday Feb 20, 2022
Candid Catholic Convos - 2-20-2022
Sunday Feb 20, 2022
Sunday Feb 20, 2022
If you've ever thought you must be praying "wrong" or if you're not even sure where to start, this episode is for you. Father John Bateman has some practical tips this week to share with us on how to cultivate a fruitful prayer life
Sunday Feb 13, 2022