RED-C Roundup

The Joy and Struggle of Being a Priest in Malawi

One priest, 13 churches, 250 miles—Fr. Ignatio Bokosi shares how two priests serve 41,000 Catholics in rural Malawi without running water or reliable transport.

Guest host Dr. Thaddeus Romansky speaks with Fr. Ignatio about the gritty realities and deep joys of ministry among some of the world’s poorest communities. Hear his vocation story and how he brings the sacraments to remote villages while coordinating food deliveries, medical transport, catechesis, and liturgy with scant resources. Learn what Sunday Mass looks like when the nearest chapel is five hours away by truck—and why that truck, now broken down, is vital to baptisms, anointings, and pastoral care. This clear-eyed conversation highlights the resilience of the faithful, the practical challenges of evangelization, and the hope that sustains the Church on the margins. Follow the show, rate & review in your app, and share this episode.

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Can a Nation Be Free Without God?

Religious freedom isn’t private—it’s truth lived in public. Deacon Mike Beauvais and Msgr. Leonard Pivonka cut through the confusion ahead of July 4.

Rediscover the Catholic meaning of religious liberty: not just freedom to worship, but the grace-given duty to live the truth in family, work, and civic life. Deacon Mike and Msgr. Pivonka unpack how conscience is formed; why reducing faith to private feeling breeds relativism; and what virtue, law, and the common good actually require. They contrast secular ideologies with the Church’s teaching on freedom, responsibility, and authentic happiness, offering concrete ways to witness with clarity, charity, and courage in the public square. If you’re facing workplace pressure, school policy battles, or cultural headwinds, this conversation grounds you in first principles and practical next steps. Follow the show, rate & review in your podcast app, and share it.

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What Most Christians Don’t Know About Human Trafficking

Human trafficking is here at home. Pam Marvin talks with David Gamboa (Elijah Rising) about how prayer, outreach, safe homes, and long-term care help women in Houston—and how you can help.

Hear Elijah Rising’s origin story, why the work began in prayer, and how teams partner with law enforcement and local churches to help women exit exploitation and begin healing. David shares hopeful testimonies, the role of spiritual warfare, and practical next steps for parishes, donors, and neighbors—from intercessory prayer to informed community action. If you want a clear, faithful way to engage this fight, this conversation offers sober facts, real hope, and concrete ways to serve. Follow the show, rate & review in your podcast app, and share this episode.

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Fear, Fire, Fervor: The Power of Pentecost

Pentecost isn’t just a feast—it’s your call to mission. Deacon Mike Beauvais and Deacon Dan Lupo unpack how the Holy Spirit equips ordinary Catholics today.

Listen for the biblical roots of Pentecost—from Babel to the Upper Room—and why the Church calls it her birthday. Deacon Dan shares his vocation story, the role his wife played in discernment, and how sacramental grace enables what we can’t do alone. They connect confirmation with charisms, courage, and concrete service in parish and family life, and reflect on Joel’s prophecy, apostolic boldness, and modern witness—even martyrdom. If you’re asking what the Spirit is inviting you to do next, this conversation offers clarity, encouragement, and practical steps. “If there’s any eloquence here, it isn’t me—it’s the Holy Spirit.” Follow the show, rate & review in your podcast app, and share it.

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God's Mercy Is Waiting - Will You Say Yes?

How does Divine Mercy change lives today? Judy Comeaux talks with Deacon Aurelio Cadena about the Easter season, Divine Mercy Sunday, and grace that renews hearts.

In this hope-filled conversation, they explore the beauty and meaning of the Easter Octave; the witness of St. Faustina and the Divine Mercy devotion; and why spiritual direction helps people encounter Jesus personally. Deacon Cadena reflects on his first Easter as an ordained deacon and his ministry at Saint Mary’s Catholic Center, sharing practical ways to receive mercy, forgive others, and live it in parish life. If you’re seeking renewal after Lent or wondering how mercy heals real wounds, this episode offers clear next steps in prayer, confession, and works of charity. Follow the show, rate & review in your podcast app, and share it with someone who needs hope.

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Most Pastors Are Missing This Catholic Duty

Catholic schools can change whole families—but only if we preach it. Fr. Mark Hamlet joins Deacon Mike on how pulpit invitations open doors for the poorest households.

Fr. Hamlet—founder of Our Kids at Heart—shares his path from corporate executive to husband and father of six, widower, and priest, and the moment that launched a scholarship effort for underserved children. You’ll hear how Catholic schools do more than educate: they evangelize parents, stabilize homes, heal generational wounds, and strengthen parish life when pastors invite families explicitly from the ambo. He offers practical steps for parishes and donors, why affordability and accompaniment matter, and what signals real renewal. If you’re a pastor, educator, parent, or advocate, this is a call to act: if we don’t preach Catholic education, the poor won’t know it’s possible. Follow the show, rate & review in your app, and share it.

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How Starting RED-C Was a Leap of Faith (And Why It Matters)

Deacon Mike Beauvais sits down with Trey Cashion to trace RED-C’s beginnings—and how lived Catholic faith drives a mission to serve families and build community.

Trey shares his conversion story, the humble start of the RED-C Apostolate, and the heart behind the Mystery of Parenthood podcast. Hear practical ways faith forms habits at home, at work, and on the field—and how RED-C supports parents, strengthens parish life, and advances a culture of truth and charity across Central Texas and beyond. Follow the show, rate & review in your podcast app, and share this episode with someone who could use the encouragement.

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How Catholic Parents Can Thrive, Not Just Survive

Struggling to pray, parent, and stay sane in the chaos of family life? Catholic author and family minister Jennifer Stavinoha shares how encountering Jesus in the Eucharist at 16 set her on a lifelong mission to form and uplift Catholic families. Hosted by Pam Marvin, this conversation explores Jennifer’s powerful testimony, the joys and trials of raising a faith-filled family, and practical ways parents can embrace their role as the primary catechists of their children.

Jennifer also previews her upcoming book, “Sacred Chaos: Finding Joy and Jesus in the Messiness of Motherhood”, and offers insights into her ministry through Ablaze Families—including online retreats, courses, and social media encouragement. Whether you’re navigating diapers or teenage doubts, this episode offers inspiration, community, and real-world wisdom for Catholic parents striving to live their faith at home.

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