RED-C Roundup

218 Michele Faehnle: The Friendship Project

On Wednesday, June 23, host Judy Comeaux interviewed Michele Faehnle, one of the authors of a book to boost women's spiritual connection, The Friendship Project: The Catholic Woman's Guide to Making and Keeping Fabulous, Faith-Filled Friends. Along with her co-author, Emily Jaminet, they delve into the cardinal and theological virtues as aids toward friendship. They also draw on Church teaching, recount friendships of their own, and draw on the lives of saints and biblical women. You can get the book here. And remember, go out and love your neighbor! 

217 Emily Jaminet: The Sacred Heart of Jesus

On Wednesday, June 16, Pam Marvin talked with Author and Speaker Emily Jaminet, about the Sacred Heart, as June is the Month of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. They discussed the beauty and power of devotion to the Sacred Heart, and how their devotions have impacted their lives and the lives of their families. Listen to the episode for a great conversation about how you can devote and display the Sacred Heart of Jesus in your life and home and be sure to go and love your neighbor! And find out more about Emily and her work HERE.

216 A Jesuit Life: Fr. John McManamon

On Wednesday, June 9, 2021, Gene Wilhelm spoke in the first segment with Fr. Greg Gerhart, Vocations Director for the Diocese of Austin. Fr. Greg gave us an update on priestly ordinations this summer and some of the official steps that men who think they might have a call to Holy Orders can take to discern their call properly.

In the main segment, RED-C Catholic Radio was honored to have in the studio, Fr. John McManamon, S.J., a Jesuit priest, historian, and nautical archaeologist. He began by telling us about his call to the priesthood and why he was drawn specifically to the Society of Jesus. We got to hear about his academic pursuits, including earning a Ph.D. in Renaissance history from the prestigious program at the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill. Fr. John has taught for many years at Loyola University-Chicago and then for the last couple of decades has also been a frequent scholar-in-residence with the world-renowned nautical archaeology program at Texas A&M University and a member on a number of their excavations from the Gulf of Mexico to the eastern Mediterranean Sea. All the while, Fr. John found ways to offer his priestly ministry to the parishioners of St. Anthony in Bryan and to the students of St. Mary's Catholic Center in College Station. To hear all the details tune in and if you want to hear more from this conversation, become a monthly donor and member of our Immaculata Recurring Gift Society. You'll get periodic RED-C Roundup Extras as a thank you!

215 Catholic Homeschooling & Education

On Wednesday, June 2, Deacon Mike held a roundtable discussion with Bryan/College Station locals and Catholic mothers, Robyn Romansky, Angela Okonski, and Katy Karasek, about homeschooling, as well as the importance of being engaged in your child's schooling no matter where they may attend. Remember when considering the many ways in which you may share your time, talents, and treasure with the people of God, always round up!

Our guests kindly offered some additional resources for listeners who are curious about homeschooling, are just getting started, or are veteran homeschoolers looking for more resources and support.

Katy's Homeschooling One-Pager

Angela's Notes on Homeschooling

Transcript from a 2015 BCS Catholic Homeschooling Mothers Information Night

214 Marcel LeJeune: Evangelization

On Wednesday, May 26, Judy Comeaux talked with Marcel LeJeune about ministry/evangelization, discipleship, and living as strong Christians in this ever changing world, especially through the use of social media platforms. Marcel talked about sharing our opinions as strictly opinions versus sharing them as if they were truth. He also discussed the importance of needing to “stick out” as Catholics. We are called to be different, to stand out and be set apart from the rest of the world for the glory of God.

213 Groundbreaking at St. Mary's in College Station

On Tuesday, May 19, Pam Marvin hosted the show and it was a live broadcast of the groundbreaking for the new Church of St. Mary's in College Station! There were some local interviewees who talked about the impact St. Mary's has had on them as well as a talk with our Bishop Joe Vasquez! This was a great event we are so thankful to have been a part of! Now remember to go and love your neighbor!

212 Dr. Richard Couey: Enzymes and Healthy Living

On Wednesday, May 12, Gene Wilhelm talked with Dr. Richard Couey, a Jack of all trades, as he received his bachelor’s degree from Baylor University, a doctorate degree at Texas A&M, played college and professional baseball, and was previously the Professor Emeritus at Baylor University. He has been active in the health and fitness field for over 30 years. He talked with Gene about DNA, the importance of enzymes, a healthy diet and exercise, the details behind living a healthy life, studies he has conducted throughout his career, and things he has discovered in the health field, such as genetically modified foods, like today’s gluten. Remember when choosing between the values of heaven and the values of earth, always round up! 

211 Dr.Gerard Verschuuren: The Shroud of Turin

On Wednesday May 5, Deacon Mike talked with Dr. Gerard Verschuuren about his new book, A Catholic Scientist Champions the Shroud of Turin. Dr. Verschuuren is a scientist, writer, speaker, and consultant, working at the interface of science, philosophy, and religion. He talked about the history of the shroud and why he believes in its sincerity, along with several reasons for believing so. This was an intriguing conversation, especially for those interested in the Shroud of Turin, and/or any history buffs! Order his book on the Shroud of Turin from Sophia Institute Press now! Remember when considering the many ways in which you can share your time, talent, and treasure with the people of God, always round up!