Morning Air

Bishop Richard Stika of the Diocese of Knoxville, TN comments on his Pastoral Letter, Sin and the Worthy Reception of the Holy Eucharist.   New pastor of St. Paul of the Cross in Park Ridge, IL, Fr. James Wallace, explains his journey to the priesthood and answers questions from callers.

This year marks 20 years since the attack on the twin towers. Why would a good God allow such terrible things to happen? Fr. Bob Pagliari shares stories about people who lost and found God that day.   Former Lieutenant in the Chicago Police Department, Joe Serb talks about how his faith grew in the line of duty.   Bishop Daniel Mueggenborg of Seattle gives a reflection on the gospel of this coming Sunday.

John discusses the new Texas Heartbeat Bill with Mary Hallon Fiorito. The bill prohibits abortion once a heartbeat is detected, which can be as early as 6 weeks.   John talks to Dr. Jim Schroeder his experience commuting without a car in his book, Confessions of a Carless Commuter: What 40,000+ Miles Taught Me About Life.

With the last Marine leaving Afghanistan the longest war in US history is over, but not every American is out. Alfonso Aguilar gives an update after the deadline for the US to leave has come. Personal Finance expert and Charirman of Debt.com, Howard Dvorkin shows us how to better manage back to school shopping. Erick Scheidler explains the origin of National day of Remembrance for Aborted Babies and comments on the Abortion Ban in Texas

John and Catholic author, Kendra Von Esh discuss how to live in joy every moment in all circumstances.   With the Labor Day weekend coming up, Fr. James Kubicki tells us where this holiday came from and why work is fulfilling and not a punishment.

John and Glen discuss the evacuation of Afghanistan and Hurricane Ida   Ashley Narohna updates us on the message of the Holy Father from his Papal Audience in Rome   Pablo Kay, Editor in Chief of Angelus News joins us to talk about headlines in the church.

As the Taliban takes over the country, we continue to offer prayer and sacrifice for the safety of those in danger. Fr. Marcel Taillon explains to us the power of prayer and fasting. John talks with Shawn Carney, President and co-founder of 40 Days for Life, about 3 ways to respond to the most common abortion arguments.

Tune in to listen to actress and stuntwoman, Brenda Lorena Garcia talk about how to take our faith seriously when the world tries to distract us.   Kids are back to school, but what does that mean as they go back with COVID? Pediatrician, Dr. Rebecca Bakke joins us to discuss the risks and precautions that can be taken and safely return to school.   John talks to President of Students for Life of America, Kristan Hawkins about the Abortion Free Cities campaign

We continue with our series with Martha Fernández-Sardina on Love, in times of disagreement.   Father Rocky joins us to talk about his book, Marriage Insurance: 12 Rules to Live By.

September is devoted to the 7 Sorrows of Mary and Annabelle Mosely joins us with 5 ways to honor the Our Lady this month.  The number of Catholic Latinos in the United States is increasing steadily and will continue to do so in the coming years. Vicente del Real founded Iskali to provide fatih formation for young Latinos in the Chicago.  As Director of Religious Education at Mary Immaculate Catholic Church in Dallas Texas, Omar Aguilar shares with us practical ways for parents to get involved with their kids religious education.

Fr. Burke Masters comments on the induction speech of pro football player John Lynch, who thanked his parents who raised him in the Catholic faith.   Dcn Steve Javie joins us to complete his story of how he became a deacon after 25 years being refereeing on the court.

The feast of Sts Monica and Augustine show the influence of a mother on her child. Dr. Héctor L Márquez joins us from San Juan Puerto Rico to talk about how holy their relationship was. Dr. Joseph Meaney, President of the The National Catholic Bioethics Center is here to advise on the ethics of religious exepmtions for the COVID Vaccine. Bishop Daniel Mueggenborg of Seattle gives a reflection on the gospel of this coming Sunday.

Director of the Catholic Women’s forum , Mary Rice Hasson is with us to discuss Gender Pronoun Policy in schools We continue our series of Turning Distress into Joy with Dr. Jim Schroeder. Today we focus on Channeling.

President and CEO of Catholic Relief Services, Sean Callahan, gives an update on the aftermath of the earthquake in Haiti and what Catholic Relief Services is doing to help. Msgr James Shea gives tips on how to persevere mentally, physically and spiritually at the beginning of the school year. Brand Manager for Catholicmom.com, Danielle Bean talks about the devotion to the Immaculate Heart of Mary.

Alfonso Aguilar advises us on the status of the extraction of stranded Americans from Afghanistan, while Afghan people beg for safe passage out of the country. Being of Polish descent himself, Fr. James Kubicki enlightens us on why we celebrate the feast of Our Lady of Czestochowa.

Br. Columba Thomas summarizes his new book, Ars Moriendi, “The Art of Dying” that explains what we can do to prepare to have a good death.  Ashley Noronha gives a recap of the Popes General audience and more news from the Vatican.  The search for survivors after the earthquake in Haiti continues and the charity of others is pouring into the country. David Adams, VP for Missions for Cross Catholic Outreach gives us an update on Catholic outreach to Haiti.

Who can receive the Eucharist? Why? Fr. Marcel Taillon explains the requirements of receiving communion, for Catholics and non-Catholics.  Prolife leader and speaker, Astrid Bennett Gutierrez: shares with us the joyful alternative of adoption instead of abortion.

“From the hardwood to homilies,” Dcn. Steve Javie shares his transition from NBA referee to being a Deacon.   Are electric cars the way of the future? Mark Mastroianni is here for Tech Tuesday to answer any questions you might have on electric cars.   Today on the feast of St. Bartholomew, Archbishop Bernard Hebda talks about the feast day.

Martha Fernández-Sardina continues her series on Love, Love in times of disagreement.   As a parent, how do you react if your child comes out as gay? Joe Dallas shows us how to respond to your child if they say they are gay.

John and Glen Recap last weeks Pledge Drive and discuss major news stories, including Hurricane Henri and an update on COVID.   Ed Clancy, Director of Outreach of ACN – Aid to the Church in Need, describes to us the situation in Afghanistan and how the Church is being impacted while facing the Taliban.