RED-C Roundup

191 Karlo Broussard: Purgatory Is for Real: Good News About the Afterlife for Those Who Aren’t Perfect Yet

On Wednesday, November 25, host Judy Comeaux talked with Karlo Broussard from Catholic Answers Live about his book, Purgatory is for Real: Good News About the Afterlife for Those Who Aren’t Perfect Yet. The Saint of the Day was St. Catherine of Alexandria, a martyr for the Faith who converted to Christianity after receiving a vision. She is known as one of the “14 Holy Helpers”, a group of Roman Catholic Saints that are venerated for their powerful intercessory qualities. In the second part of the show, Karlo Broussard joined the show to talk about his book, Purgatory is for Real. According to Catholic Answers, purgatory is a “place or condition of temporal punishment for those who, departing this life in God’s grace, are not entirely free from venial faults, or have not fully paid the satisfaction due to their transgressions.” Revelation 21:27 says, “and nothing unclean, and no one who practices abomination and lying, shall ever come into it, but only those whose names are written in the Lamb's book of life,” meaning that no sin, no imperfections can ever enter into Heaven, so a period of purification is necessary. Karlo said Purgatory is the number one searched term on the Catholic Answers Website. Purgatory is indeed an infallible teaching of the Catholic Faith, and Karlo gives several references for the proof of the existence of purgatory. Listen to this episode to get a clearer understanding of purgatory, and even learn where it is referenced in Scripture!

190 Jay Toups: Hope in the Storm

On Wednesday, November 18, host Pam Marvin spoke with Jay Toups about having “hope in the storm”, hope in the culture and hope in the family. In the first half of the show, the Saint of the Day was St. Rose Philippine Duchesne, who was devoted to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Listen in to hear more about her story! In the second half of the show, Pam visited with Jay Toups about having “hope in the storm”, especially in these difficult days we are facing. Jay has a large Twitter presence where he shares his Faith boldly; find him on Twitter at @Rmrcorp. Jay shared the story about how he experienced second and third degree burns on his legs, and throughout his recovery and downtime was inspired to write a book, The Storm: A Time of Mercy, Choices and Hope. He and his family also experienced a real-life storm through Hurricane Katrina in which they went through losses and many trials, but God provided them with everything they needed as a family. Jay’s faith is strong and his hope is solid; it is evident in his voice and this discussion. Listen to the episode to be completely inspired and motivated to have hope in the storm, no matter what that storm is. Now go, and love your neighbor!

189 Dr. Joseph Hollcraft: The Power of Intercessory Prayer

On Wednesday, November 11, host Gene Wilhelm talked with Dr. Joseph Hollcraft, about his new book from Sophia Institute Press, Unleashing the Power of Intercessory Prayer. If you have ever wondered if your prayers for family and friend really makes a difference then you need to read this book. The book will help you cooperate with Our Lord in his saving mission by asking for his grace for others.  Dr. Hollcraft had a massive transformation in his relationship with God and his love for the Catholic Faith when he became a student at Franciscan University and he said some of what you find in his book is a reflection of his time spent at Steubenville. He talked about his experience teaching and his journey toward writing this book. He also covered the significance of intercessory prayer and quoted excerpts from scripture that help us understand it as a very biblical practice. Tune into this great conversation! And remember, when choosing between the values of heaven and the values of earth, always round up!

188 Dr. Francis Beckwith: Faith & Laws

On Wednesday November 4, Deacon Mike talked with Dr. Francis Beckwith, Professor of Philosophy in Church State Studies at Baylor University, where he also serves as the Associate Director of the graduate program in philosophy, and he is also an affiliate professor of political science. Dr. Beckwith is also a “revert” to the Catholic Faith, and spoke a little bit about his journey back. The major things that brought him back to the Church was his belief in the Eucharist, penance, Apostolic Succession and the Catholic view of grace. Then he and Deacon Mike discussed politics and law through the lens of our Catholic Faith. One of Dr. Francis’s arguments is that religious people cannot simply rely on the law, we have to actually make public arguments as to why our views are reasonable. Listen to this episode for a great conversation, and remember when considering the many ways in which you might share your time, talent, and treasure with God, always round up!

187 Terrie Lipscomb: The Holy Souls in Purgatory

On Wednesday October 28, in the first part of the show Judy talked about the Feast of St. Jude Thaddeus who was a martyr, and is the patron saint of hopeless or desperate causes. In the second part of the show, Judy talked with Terrie Lipscomb about the Holy souls in Purgatory, and the importance of praying for them. They had a great discussion about their shared love and devotion to praying for the souls in purgatory. Terrie talked about St. Bridget, who was told by Jesus that when we free a soul, He is freed Himself, and He will reward us who are praying for the faithful in due time when we need those prayers as if we had helped him. Listen to this deep, informative conversation to learn some things you might not know about the souls in purgatory!

186 Bishop Joseph Strickland: Light and Leaven

On Wednesday, October 21, Pam talked a little bit about marriage, as October 21 was her 31st wedding anniversary! She quoted St. JPII and talked about the beauty of the Sacrament of Marriage. In the second part of the show, she spoke with Bishop Joseph Strickland of Tyler, Texas, author of a new book, Light and Leaven: The Challenge of the Laity in the Twenty-First Century. Bishop Strickland was inspired to write this book to encourage all people to really step up and live out the Gospel, no matter where they are in their lives. Bishop Strickland believes that as bishops, priests, and an institution as a whole, we have to do a better job of giving families—the domestic Church—the tools that they need in order to make being Catholic not just something you do on Sundays, but to realize it’s a way of life. Listen to Bishop Strickland’s beautiful conversation with Pam, and you will hear his love for The Lord and the Church. You can purchase Light and Leaven here!

185 Robin Waters: The Diaconate

On Wednesday, October 7, host Deacon Mike Beauvais talked about Diaconate Formation with Robin Waters, Station Director of RED-C Catholic Radio: KYAR in Waco, Texas. Robin is on his way to becoming a deacon and was just recently instituted as an acolyte. An acolyte is one of the traditional minor orders retained as part of the process for becoming a deacon. The acolyte acts as a server at the altar who helps with certain duties during Mass. Robin talked about the growth he has experienced throughout his diaconate training and the fruits that have come with it. Listen now for a great conversation between Deacon Mike, and (soon to be Deacon) Robin Waters! When considering the many ways you might share your time, talent, and treasure with God, always round up!

184 James Adams: Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship

On Wednesday, September 30, host Pam Marvin talked with James Adams, Theology teacher at St. Joseph Catholic School in Bryan, Tx. In the first part of the show, they had an interesting discussion about the archangels. Did you know there are 7? Tune in to hear more! In the second half of the show, James and Pam talked about the USCCB’s document, Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship. James and Pam talked about the importance of voting as Catholic citizens. When American Catholics vote, they must do so with a conscience formed by the teachings of the Church, especially in regards to those political debates revolving around intrinsically evil acts. As the bishops urge us in the document, “Catholics must never abandon the moral requirement to seek full protection for all human life from the moment of conception until natural death [#32].” This responsibility needs to be taken with great seriousness because, as the bishops note, “Responsible citizenship is a virtue, and participation in political life is a moral obligation [#13].” Voting is only the most obvious way we fulfill this obligation. Listen to this great conversation to prepare you to vote ! You can read the full document, Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship here.