RED-C Roundup

252 Fr. Paul-Michael Piega: Liturgical Norms

Host Pam Marvin visited with Fr. Paul-Michael Piega, Pastor of St. Patrick Catholic Church in Hutto, Texas about liturgical norms of our Catholic Faith.  This episode began by discussing the need for catechesis for the family and the laity, in general.  In this light, this show then focused on multiple norms within the liturgy of the Holy Mass for both the clergy and the laity, and the meanings and reasoning behind each norm discussed.  And as always, when choosing between the values of Heaven and the values of Earth, always Roundup!

251 Deacon Ralph Poyo: New Evangelization Ministries

Host Deacon Mike Beauvais visits with Deacon Ralph Poyo of New Evangelization Ministries on this episode of RED-C Roundup. Deacon Poyo first shared his personal faith background and his vocation story from his Catholic upbringing, to his years in youth ministry, to his leap of faith into the diaconate then into his current work with New Evangelization Ministries. With the help of the Holy Spirit, the mission of New Evangelization Ministries is to build stronger Catholic parishes that will lead hearts to Christ. Deacon Ralph leads parish missions all around the country, inviting whole communities to go deeper in their lives of Faith and to evangelize the world, starting at each person’s local level.  And remember, when considering the many ways in which you might share your time, talents, and treasures with the people of God... always Roundup!

250 Adam Brill: Sacrosanctum Concilium

Host Thaddeus Romansky met with Adam Brill, Liturgical Director at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Parish in College Station, TX, to talk about the Vatican II major document, Sacrosanctum Concilium.  Both discussed what the document states, as well as does not state.  The historical context of the document was also shared in this episode.

249 Monica Mize: The Sacrament of the Eucharist

Host Judy Comeaux visits with Monica Mize about the Sacrament of Eucharist.  Their discussion started by discussing exactly what the Sacrament of the Eucharist is - the Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity of our Lord, Jesus Christ.  They shared how being able to receive this Sacrament impacts them personally as well as how it impacts our Church and world. They also gave much information about the practices and procedures of the confection, reception, and reverence of the Eucharist. Lastly, multiple Eucharistic miracles were shared towards the end of the show.  Remember, when choosing between the values of Heaven and the values of Earth, always Roundup!

248 Fr. Brien Eilers: Vocation Story and Evangelism

Host Pam Marvin visits with Fr. Brien Eilers, Pastor of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Bryan, TX, about all the great things God has done for him and his family. Their discussion started about Fr. Brien’s family background and his vocation story. They also spoke about his assignments through the years as a priest and how each have led to him being who he is today. The last part of their conversation branched into his mission at his current assignment, St. Joseph’s. They spoke about the ways their parish is trying to evangelize both those in their pews as well as those in the community who know little or none of the Catholic Faith. This is a conversation that is applicable to all Catholic Churches, communities, and families to help them fulfill the purpose that God has for them in our world! Remember, when choosing between the values of Heaven and the values of Earth, always Roundup!

247 Joe Heschmeyer: The Early Church

On Wednesday, February 9, 2022, host Dr. Thaddeus Romansky spoke with Catholic Answers apologist Joe Heschmeyer about the inspiration for his new book, The Early Church Was the Catholic Church, and about the abundance of evidence available to demonstrate that claim. Whether one looks at the sacraments, worship, church structure, or the canon of Scripture, there is very strong evidence that the early Church faithfully handed on the teachings of Jesus and the Apostles from the very beginning. And the church that did that, bringing forward those beliefs and practices in time, was the church of the Fathers and the church of Sts. Peter and Paul. That church is the Catholic Church. Get more details by listening to the episode, then go read Heschmeyer's engrossing book. Remember, when choosing between the values of heaven and the values of earth, always round up!

246 Robert Mixa: Delving Deeper into Vatican II

On Wednesday, February 2, 2022, host Dcn. Mike Beauvais welcomed Robert Mixa, the Word on Fire Institute's St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Fellow of Catholic Education. Robert talked with Dcn. Mike about the movements in the Church and modern life that gave rise to the Second Vatican Council, such as the liturgical movement and ressourcement, as well as modernism. They also had some engaging discussions about the proper way to interpret the four constitutions and use them to understand some of the other documents produced by the council. Starting on February 18, if you live in the Brazos Valley, don't miss out on your chance to read the documents of Vatican II by joining our RED-C book study of the four constitutions. Learn more and register at redcradio.org/vc260. Spaces are going quickly. Remember, when choosing between the values of heaven and the values of earth, always round up!

245 Robin Waters: Discovering the Sacrament of Baptism

On Wednesday, January 26, 2022, host Judy Comeaux invited RED-C Director of Outreach and Evangelization Robin Waters on to the show for the first installment of her year-long focus on the sacraments. Robin will be ordained to the permanent diaconate in March and baptism is a sacrament he will be called on frequently to perform. He and Judy had a lively discussion about all aspects of this first sacrament of initiation. They especially honed in on why Our Lord instituted the sacrament by allowing John to baptize Him in the Jordan River. If you're in need of a primer on the sacrament of baptism, give this episode a listen. As always, when choosing between the values of heaven and the values of earth, always round up!