RED-C 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!

244 Peter Herbeck: The Catholic Charismatic Renewal

Host Gene Wilhelm visits with Peter Herbeck, Director of Renewal Ministries and co-host of multiple Catholic television and radio shows, about the Catholic Charismatic Renewal movement. Gene and Peter talk about what the movement specifically is and what it specifically is not. They also talk about what the relationship is between the Charismatic Renewal and the Catholic Church, and the historical account of how the movement was founded. Part of the discussion in this episode also focuses on the gifts and charisms of the Holy Spirit. In closing, a conversation is held about the future of the Catholic Charismatic Renewal. And remember, when choosing between the values of Heaven and the values of Earth, always Roundup!

243 Dcn. Mike Beauvais and Dr. Thaddeus Romansky: Vatican II - What Did It Say and Why?

On Wednesday, January 5, 2022, host Dcn. Mike Beauvais invited RED-C's Director of Education and Development, Dr. Thaddeus Romansky, to delve into the Second Vatican Council. The sixtieth anniversary of the council's opening is in 2022. They first assessed the historical context that led to the council. A guiding principle of their conversation was that the documents produced by the council are the council. Therefore, they gave brief overviews of its four constitutions: Sacrosanctum Concilium, Lumen Gentium, Dei Verbum, and Gaudium et Spes. Today’s episode is the first of many steps that our RED-C Apostolate will take this year to increase our listeners' understanding of the Second Vatican Council.

 

If you would like to read the constitutions for yourself, we highly recommend The Word on Fire Vatican II Collection, which can be purchased here: https://bookstore.wordonfire.org/products/vaticanii or you can read them at the Vatican website. Stay tuned to RED-C Radio and to our Facebook page for announcement of our Lenten book study on the documents of Vatican II and register to participate.

 

Remember, when choosing between the values of Heaven and the values of Earth, always Roundup!

242 Sean Carney: What to Say When

Host Pam Marvin interviews co-founder and President of 40 Days for Life Sean Carney about his newest book release, What to Say When.  From "forced birth" to gender to "shout your abortion", much has changed since abortion was legalized in 1973, yet it remains the most controversial issue of our time. What to Say When equips the reader with proven approaches from the front-lines to help you know exactly what to say (and not say) when abortion comes up; balance converting hearts vs. winning arguments; navigate the changing and bizarre new ways abortion is promoted; and go on offense and stay on topic when defending life.  Pam and Sean also talk about the local beginnings of the 40DFL movement and how it has grown throughout the entire world.  Recent and upcoming news developments are also discussed and the impact that these will have on the pro-life movement in the near furture.

241 Jason and Amanda Kirklin: Amazing Conversion Story

On Wednesday, December 15, 2021, Judy Comeaux warmly welcomed Jason and Amanda Kirklin into the RED-C Catholic Radio studios. They shared the basic outline of their conversion to Catholicism last year after several years of discernment and dialogue. They are now faithful listeners to RED-C Catholic Radio in Waco and our programming played a significant role in the story. Listen for the whole story and especially to how Jason and Amanda navigated the decision in the context of their marriage relationship. It is an inspiring example of trust, sacrifice, and faith. Remember, when choosing between the values of heaven and the values of earth, always round up!

240 Anthony DeStefano: Children‘s Books and Life

Host Gene Wilhelm visits with Anthony DeStefano about his two new books for children (ages 3 to 103 as the author quips) and their families, Joseph’s Donkey and The Beggar and the Bluebird.  Both Gene and Anthony discuss how the deeper theme in the books is about death and resurrection, and the great things that come in life through the many deaths and resurrections that we all experience.  The books at their core are about finding Jesus, which can be difficult to do in our busy lives and during the Advent season.  This engaging conversation about the books and the personal life of their author is one for all ages, as are the books of author, Anthony DeStefano.