Catholic Connection

Fr. Mitch Pacwa joins for his Cultural Connection segments to discuss the latest from Minneapolis and more. Marcus Grodi visits to talk about his book "Learning Contentment" and how it applies to the present. Plus, Matt Lamb stops by to discuss rhetoric happening on college campuses, and a new proposed bill that would punish priests who refuse to violate the seal of confession.

Penny Nance of Concerned Women for America discusses a new study about a Netflix show that exposes preschoolers to LGBTQ content. Plus, a walk through Assisi with T during Shrines and Wonders Wednesday. Joan Lewis joins from Rome with her experience during the closing of the holy door. Also, a look at "Pray: The Father Patrick Peyton Story" with Father David Guffy and the film's producer Megan Harrington.

Dr. Matthew Bunson joins to look back on the Jubilee Year in the Church. Newman Guide News looks over the Seek conference and what young people need to hear in today's climate. Plus, Teresa talks about approaching the new year spiritually.

Matt Swaim talks about tonight's guest on the Journey Home. Bill Donahue from the Catholic League weighs in on Maduro and Mamdani, and Gail Buckley Barringer brings us the Bible Scripture verse for the week!

Doug Keck stops by to highlight the Inside Word at EWTN with upcoming programming on EWTN TV and Radio. Fact Check Friday gives a glimpse at a couple of films this holiday season, and Steve Ray stops by to report in on his pilgrimage to Bethlehem!

Join Teresa Tomeo for a best of Catholic Connection. A visit with Bishop Kevin Rhoades as she discusses the consecration of the U.S. to the Sacred Heart of Jesus in 2026. Fr. Rich Kunst and Molly LItecky stop in to highlight the Mall of America's exhibit of Papal artifacts. Also, Leah Jacobson talks the beauty of navigating society as a Catholic Woman, and Devin Schadt talks rules to allow fathers to live holy lives.

Dr. Jennifer Bryson visits to discuss her translation of Ida Gorres' "Bread Grows in Winter" and how it matters today with seeking depth and spiritual renewal. Shrines and Wonders offers a look at Italy on New Years Eve, and Joan Lewis joins to discuss the latest happening in Rome. Plus, Ambassador Michele Bowe joins to talk about the status of the Holy Family Hospital in Bethlehem.

Krisanne Murphy of the Catholic Mobilizing Network discusses the death penalty and how Catholic's view it despite the Catechism's teachings. Vinny Flynn joins Teresa to talk about his new book "A Year with Divine Mercy". Plus, Newman Guide News with special guest Patrick Reilly.

Dr. Ray Guarendi joins Teresa to talk over a new study that shows the dangers of kids with cell phones, a Federal ruling that allows Michigan therapists to counsel those who claim to be transgender, and how to handle family during the holidays. Plus, Mary Rice Hasson joins to talk about new HHS restrictions announced regarding "sex-rejecting procedures" on minors...Plus, Gail Buckley-Barringer's Scripture Verse of the Week

Visit with Steve Ray as he walks us through what the child Jesus saw from the manger! Plus, Sister Theres Tran discusses the importance of taking care of our mental health in this season, and how to approach it from a spiritual perspective.

A look at the exciting 2026 Rising from the Ashes Revival in Detroit, Michigan with special guests: Father John Riccardo, Chuck Gaidica, and Father Joe Mallia. Plus, T remembers some of her favorite Christmas movies in her Two Sense segment, and Newman Guide News looks over the top stories of 2025 when it comes to Catholic education.

Father Tad Pacholczyk joins to discuss the importance of Church teaching on IVF and how knowledge changed everything in this important issue. Gail Buckley-Barringer shares her Scripture Verse of the Week out of the Gospel of Luke, and talks the importance of faithful in very little and much. Plus, a conversation with Fr. Rich Kunst and Molly Litecky about the largest collection of Papal artifacts outside of Rome at the Mall of America!

Doug Keck stops by with the Inside Word at EWTN, including wonderful Christmas programs coming up! Greg and July Alexander of AlexanderHouse.org talk best practices for your marriage this season. Also, Donna Rice Hughes joins to talk about Australia's new initiative to keep kids safe when it comes to social media.

Father Mitch Pacwa S.J. visits for his Cultural Connections segments. Plus, former Planned Parenthood employee and whistleblower Mayra Rodriguez is our guest as she talks expansion of pro-woman birthing centers.

Kimberly Bird joins to discuss the controversy surrounding the book "Abortion is Everything". Joan Lewis joins with the latest from the Vatican and Rome. Plus, hear how young people are evangelizing through classical music with Spencer Mcintosh, Jacob Beranek and Christa Dalmazio. Teresa also walks you through Italy in the Shrines and Wonders segment, and gives the Pope's tips for a great Advent!