How did a Roman Execution turn into a Sacrifice? (Guest: Dr. Scott Hahn)

Dr. Scott Hahn joins Fr. Mark to talk about how important it is to focus on the sacred mysteries of our Faith particularly why the Eucharist is a sacrifice.

Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word · How did a Roman Execution turn into a Sacrifice? (Guest: Dr. Scott Hahn)

Insights from the Catholic Church in Africa (Guest: Fr. Don Bosco Onyalla)

Fr. Don Bosco Onyalla, a priest of the Diocese of Rumbek in South Sudan, is the head of EWTN News in Africa. ACI-Africa will be a Nairobi, Kenya-based Catholic news agency, publishing content in English, French and Portuguese. Fr. Don Bosco is a journalist who established and previously oversaw the Catholic News Agency For Africa (CANAA), a project of the African bishops conference. Onyalla's work has included producing websites, newsletters and social media updates for the bishops, as well as working with diocesan, national and regional episcopal communication directors throughout Africa.  He speaks English, French, and Swahili, as well as the local languages of Luhya and Dinka.

Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word · Insights from the Catholic Church in Africa (Guest: Fr. Don Bosco Onyalla)

Aquinas and Our Lady (Guest: Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P)

Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P. is a Dominican friar (Order of Friars Preachers) of the Province of Saint Joseph, which is located in the Northeastern portion of the United States. He s an instructor of dogmatic theology at the Dominican House of Studies and an Assistant Director of the Thomistic Institute in Washington, DC. Fr. Gregory is also a regular contributor to the popular podcasts Pints with Aquinas, Godsplaining, and The Thomistic Institute and has traveled widely to preach and teach the Catholic Faith.

Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word · Aquinas and Our Lady (Guest: Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P)

Feminism has Abolished Women (Guest: Carrie Gress)

Carrie Gress is a Fellow at the Washington, D.C. based think-tank, Ethics and Public Policy Center and a Scholar at the Institute for Human Ecology at Catholic University of America.

In her latest book, “The End of Women: How Smashing the Patriarchy Destroyed Us,” she discuses how feminism has abolished women. Only a rediscovery of true womanhood—and motherhood—can pull our society back from the brink. And happiness is possible only if women are open to making peace with men, with children, with God, and—no less difficult—with themselves.

Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word · Feminism has Abolished Women (Guest: Carrie Gress)

Cultivating the Unique Calling of Every Person (Guest: Dr. Joshua Miller)

Joshua is devoted to building a culture in which each one can flourish in his/her personal vocation for building up the Body of Christ and sanctifying the world.

He is the co-author with Luke Burgis of Unrepeatable: Cultivating the Unique Calling of Every Person (2018) and a contributing author to The Motivation Code (2020).

Joshua is a leader in the field of narrative-based motivational assessment. For the last 20 years, he has applied his expertise in a variety of applications, including coaching, executive search, organizational development, and talent management. He is a certified coach with the International Coaching Federation.
He is a co-developer of MCODE, the first on-line assessment that blends a person’s own achievement stories with established psychometric constructs.

In addition to serving as the Executive Director of the Inscape Center for Personal Vocation, Joshua serves as Director of Programming & Coaching at Franciscan University of Steubenville’s Office of Personal Vocation. He co-founded The Center for Leadership at FUS, leads the freshmen seminar of CFL, Personal Vocation & Christ-Centered Leadership, and developed the Center’s Vocation Coach Program.

He has an MA & Ph.D. in Philosophy of the Human Person.

He and his wife, Brooke, are joyfully Catholic, have six dear children and live in Steubenville, Ohio.

Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word · Cultivating the Unique Calling of Every Person (Guest: Dr. Joshua Miller)

Classical Liberal Arts Education in the Catholic Tradition (Guest: Ali Ghaffari)

Ali Ghaffari is the founder and president of the Divine Mercy Academy located in the Severna Park-Pasadena, Maryland area. A recently retired naval officer whose career spanned 20 years, Ghaffari flew F/A-18 jets and also taught leadership classes at the United States Naval Academy. The Divine Mercy Academy offers a Classical Liberal Arts Education in the Catholic Tradition to children in Kindergarten through Eighth grade.

Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word · Classical Liberal Arts Education in the Catholic Tradition (Guest: Ali Ghaffari)

The Writings of Fr. Reginald Garrigou-Lagrange (Guest: Fr. John Maria Devaney, OP)

Fr. John Maria Devaney, OP is a Dominican Friar of the Province of St. Joseph currently serving in Hanover, NH at St. Dennis Parish and Aquinas House Catholic Ministry at Dartmouth College. He talks to Fr. Mark about the recent retreat that he gave to a group of Dominican Nuns based on the writings of Fr. Reginald Garrigou-Lagrange, OP, a French Dominican friar, philosopher and theologian.

Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word · The Writings of Fr. Reginald Garrigou-Lagrange (Guest: Fr. John Maria Devaney, OP)

St. Faustina's Incredible Journey (Guest: Donna-Marie Cooper O'Boyle)

Donna-Marie Cooper O’Boyle is a well-known Catholic author of more than thirty books, international speaker, EWTN television host, and retreat leader. She is passionate about sharing the Faith and has taught it for almost thirty years. In her most recent book, “Diary of a Future Saint,” Donna-Marie presents the life of St. Faustina in a page-turning novel for all ages.

Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word · St. Faustina's Incredible Journey (Guest: Donna-Marie Cooper O'Boyle)

The Relationship Between Faith and Literature (Guest: Dr. Christine Schintgen)

Dr. Christine Schintgen is the president of Our Lady Seat of Wisdom College where she also teaches literature. Her current interests include Dickens, Dante, and the relationship between faith and literature. She also writes poetry. Christine and her husband Michael live in Barry's Bay with their three children.

Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word · The Relationship Between Faith and Literature (Guest: Dr. Christine Schintgen)

Joy, Silence, and Truth (Guest: Fr. Augustine Wetta, OSB)

Fr. Augustine Wetta is the author of Pray. Think. Act. , The Eighth Arrow and Humility Rules. He is a monk of Saint Louis Abbey in Saint Louis, Missouri, where he teaches high school and coaches rugby. He has degrees from Oxford University, Rice University, and Middlebury College. Father Augustine grew up on a tropical island, where he learned to surf and was nearly eaten by a shark. He has also worked as a professional juggler, beach patrol lifeguard and archaeologist. During his spare time, he raises carnivorous plants, carpenter ants, and makes armor.

Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word · Joy, Silence, and Truth (Guest: Fr. Augustine Wetta, OSB)

Mary and the Saints (Guest: Ruthie Dellasega)

After a life changing encounter with Jesus after an ordinary daily mass 10 years ago, Ruthie has continually sought ways to grow deeper in her relationship with Him. The best way she’s found is through relationship with His mother, Mary. “Mary and the Saints” is a two volume Marian consecration preparation book, a journey with saints and other holy men and women as they teach us about the important role Mary wants to play in our lives.

Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word · Mary and the Saints (Guest: Ruthie Dellasega)

The Art of Crafting Uplifting Music (Guest: Corrinne May)

Corrinne May is one of Singapore’s most celebrated singer-songwriters. Her best-selling album, 2007’s ‘Beautiful Seed’ was certified platinum in Singapore and her newest album, 2012’s ‘Crooked Lines’ topped the charts in Singapore and attained gold certification within its first month of release. Corrinne has built her career on writing “uplifting songs of hope”. She travels the world for her music, frequently jetting between her two homes of Singapore and Los Angeles, with her musician husband Kavin and 7-year old daughter, Claire.

Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word · The Art of Crafting Uplifting Music (Guest: Corrinne May)

Evangelizing the Online Gaming Community (Guest: Jonathan Blevins)

Jonathan Blevins is a popular online gamer who incorporates the Gospel into his Twitch channel BeardedBlevins, a new media endeavor that seeks to find the good in gaming. He aims to cultivate a community rooted in positivity and love on the platform.

Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word · Evangelizing the Online Gaming Community (Guest: Jonathan Blevins)

EWTN Ireland (Guest: Aidan Gallagher)

Aidan Gallagher, director of EWTN Ireland, discusses Irish Catholic spirituality and how the network unites and inspires countless souls through engaging programming and a dedicated team.

Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word · EWTN Ireland (Guest: Aidan Gallagher)

Reflections on Edith Stein (Guest: Dr. Donald Wallenfang, OCDS)

 Dr. Donald Wallenfang, OCDS, is a Secular Discalced Carmelite, author, and Professor of Theology and Philosophy at Sacred Heart Major Seminary in Detroit, Michigan. He specializes in phenomenology, hermeneutics, metaphysics and philosophical theology. His research concentrates on the work of Edith Stein (St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross), Emmanuel Levinas, Paul Ricoeur, Jean-Luc Marion, and Carmelite Spirituality.

Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word · Reflections on Edith Stein (Guest: Dr. Donald Wallenfang, OCDS)

Why Be Catholic? (Guest: Fr. Ken Geraci, CPM)

Fr. Ken Geraci, CPM, lived the life of the prodigal son for most of his young adult life. Raised in a nominally Catholic family, who only lived the externals of the faith, Fr. Ken left the Catholic Church for many years. Focused on money, fitness, and success, he made little room for God; but God did not give up on him. Through a series of conversions, years of struggle, study and questioning, Fr. Ken found his way from agnosticism, to non-denominational Christianity, and ultimately back to the Catholic Church. Fr. Ken joined the Fathers of Mercy in 2006 and was ordained in 2012.

Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word · Why Be Catholic? (Guest: Fr. Ken Geraci, CPM)

God Has a Plan for Your Life (Guest: Mother Clare, CFR)

Mother Clare, CFR is the General Servant (Superior) of the Franciscan Sisters of the Renewal.  Father Mark and Mother engage in a conversation about her personal vocation story.

Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word · God Has a Plan for Your Life (Guest: Mother Clare, CFR)

Mary: Co-Redemptrix, Mediatrix and Advocate (Guest: Msgr. Arthur B. Calkins)

 Monsignor Arthur B. Calkins is a native of Erie, Pennsylvania and was ordained a priest for the Archdiocese of New Orleans. His articles on Mariology and spirituality have appeared in both popular and scholarly publications as well as in the acts of congresses and symposia. 

Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word · Mary: Co-Redemptrix, Mediatrix and Advocate (Guest: Msgr. Arthur B. Calkins)

Becoming a Man of Virtue (Guest: Paul George)

Paul George is a renowned Catholic speaker, author, podcaster and retreat leader. He talks to Fr. Mark about tough issues facing men today—struggles in marriage, parenting, suffering, and finding purpose. 

Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word · Becoming a Man of Virtue (Guest: Paul George)

Guiding Women to Overcome Spiritual Challenges (Guest: Crystalina Evert)

Crystalina Evert, Catholic author and speaker, joins Fr. Mark to talk about her new initiative, “Women Made New.” Every week, in a new EWTN Series, Crystalina delves into the raw and challenging topics that women grapple with in their spiritual journey. She and her guests remind everyone healing is possible and that it’s never too late to start over.

Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word · Guiding Women to Overcome Spiritual Obstacles (Guest: Crystalina Evert)

The Evangelical Catholic (Guest: Jason Simon)

During his conversation with Fr. Mark, Jason Simon, the President of The Evangelical Catholic, shared about his personal journey to Catholicism and his mission to empower and assist leaders in launching impactful evangelization movements within their own communities. Through his work with The Evangelical Catholic, Jason is equipping laypeople to lead on the front lines of evangelization, bringing the light of the Gospel to the world.
 

Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word · The Evangelical Catholic (Guest: Jason Simon)

Preserving Marriage (Guest: Ivonne Ream)

Ivonne Ream is an experienced and certified life and marriage coach. She also serves as the Spanish Director of the Alexander House, a renowned center for fostering hope and healing in marriages and relationships.

Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word · Preserving Marriage (Guest: Ivonne Ream)

Empowering Women to Embrace Their Real Selves (Guest: Cameron Fradd)

Cameron Fradd is the founder of Among the Lilies, a podcast for woman “who are tired of pretending and ready to be real!” She speaks weekly to a growing community of women about being authentic and real. She spends most of her time raising and homeschooling her four beautiful, energetic children in Ohio, where she lives with her husband, Matt Fradd.

Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word · Empowering Women to Embrace Their Real Selves (Guest: Cameron Fradd)

Renewal in the Church through the Interior Life (Guest: Keven Roerty)

Souls are leaving the Church. What is the one most crucial thing to provide deeper roots in the next generation of Catholics? Kevin Roerty, director of Souls of the Christian Apostolate, discusses his organization’s efforts to form lay apostles, promote mental prayer and foster renewal in the next generation of the Church.

Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word · Renewal in the Church through the Interior Life (Guest: Keven Roerty)

A Musical Journey of Healing and Love in Marriage (Guest: Tony Manfredonia)

Tony Manfredonia is a Michigan-based singer-songwriter and composer. His work has been performed worldwide by renowned ensembles such as the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra, the Traverse Symphony Orchestra, the Washington Metropolitan Gamer Symphony Orchestra (WMGSO), and more. Through his music, Tony is transparent about the ups and downs of his own life journey. After receiving funding on Kickstarter in just 48 hours, his latest concept album-in-progress, ANCHORED, delves into the true story of a miraculous redemption in his marriage after he and his wife experienced a near-fallout.

Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word · A Musical Journey of Healing and Love in Marriage (Guest: Tony Manfredonia)

The Byzantine Monastic Tradition (Guest: Abbot Moses)

Prepare to be inspired as Abbot Moses takes us on a journey from his beginnings as a chef to his current role as a newly elected Byzantine abbot at Holy Resurrection Monastery in Wisconsin. In a fascinating conversation with Fr. Mark, he shares insights into the spirituality of Eastern Catholic Monasticism. Through their discussion, you'll discover the unique practices that guide the daily lives of these devoted monks and gain a deeper appreciation for the richness and wisdom of the Byzantine tradition.

Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word · The Byzantine Monastic Tradition (Guest: Abbot Moses)

Mission Possible: Empowering the Catholic Community in Ethiopia (Guest: Mother Clare, CFR)

Mother Clare, CFR is the General Servant (Superior) of the Franciscan Sisters of the Renewal.  Father Mark and Mother engage in a conversation on their return journey from Ethiopia, which was one of several mission trips organized by her to the country. 

Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word · Mission Possible: Empowering the Catholic Community in Ethiopia (Guest: Mother Clare, CFR)

Catholicism in Ethiopia (Guest: Abba Michael Tekeste)

Abba Michael is an Ethiopian Franciscan Priest (Capuchin) Serving in diocese of Harare.

Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word · Catholicism in Ethiopia (Guest: Abba Michael Tekeste)

EWTN Norway (Guest: Paul Johannes Nis)

Paul Johannes Nis talk to us about his conversion, his work in Norway with EWTN, and reflecting on modern society.

Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word · EWTN Norway (Guest: Paul Johannes Nis)

 

 

Ignatian Discernment & Prayer (Guest: Fr. Timothy Gallagher, OMV)

Fr. Timothy Gallagher helps us understand St. Ignatius of Loyola’s Rules for Discernment and how their insights are invaluable for our spiritual growth today. He also discusses the Exam Prayer as well as Spiritual Consolation/Desolation.

Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word · Ignatian Discernment & Prayer(Guest: Fr. Timothy Gallagher, OMV)

Prayer and Action (Guest: Fr. Gale Hammerschmidt)

Fr. Gale Hammerschmidt is a priest for the Salina Diocese and currently serving as the Chaplain for St. Isidore's Catholic Student Center at Kansas State University. He is also the founder of Prayer & Action, a ministry that inspires teens to encounter Christ and serve those in need. 

https://stisidores.com/

https://salinadiocese.org/office/office-of-youth-ministry/prayer-and-action/

Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word · Prayer and Action (Guest: Fr. Gale Hammerschmidt)