Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell reflect on the readings for the 4th Sunday of Advent with Fr. Hezekias Carnazzo from the Institute of Catholic Culture and Fr. Jonathan Duncan from the Bone Church Revival podcast. They also look at the O Antiphon of the day, which refers to Jesus as the Key of David. Plus news, weather, sports and a whole lot more… ***** O Clavis David O come, O Key of David, come and open wide our heavenly home. Make safe for us the heavenward road and bar the way to death’s abode. Rejoice! Rejoice! Immanuel shall come to you, O Israel. ***** Full list of guests

Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell continue their discussion of the O Antiphons by looking at Jesus as the Root of Jesse. Guests include pastoral counselor Kevin Prendergast to look at how winter weather can affect moods, and Rita Heikenfeld with tips from the kitchen for Christmas. Plus news, weather, sports and more… ***** O Radix Jesse O come, O Branch of Jesse’s stem, unto your own and rescue them! From depths of hell your people save, and give them victory o’er the grave. Rejoice! Rejoice! Immanuel shall come to you, O Israel. ***** RITA HEIKENFELD’S FOOLPROOF SIRLOIN TIP ROAST A very unusual way of roasting beef! A vintage recipe that’s very trendy.  Roasted carrots with red onions, lemon zest and mint would be a lovely side.  Yield: Serves 6-8 Ingredients 3 pounds sirloin tip roast, tied Herb “crust” 1-1/2 teaspoons each: salt and freshly ground black pepper  2 teaspoons each: dried oregano and dried basil 1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed  1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper or more to taste 3 cloves garlic, minced — a good tablespoon or more Palmful fresh parsley, minced – optional  Enough olive oil or softened butter to bring it all together To pour around roast Beef broth or red wine (a generous cup or so) Instructions Take the roast out of the refrigerator 1-1/2 hours before roasting, but leave it wrapped. This allows it to come to room temperature without drying out, resulting in a very juicy roast. Unwrap and pat dry.  Mix together ingredients for herb “crust”. Preheat oven to 250. (No, that’s not a mistake!).   While oven is preheating, film the bottom of an oven proof, heavy pan with olive oil. Heat on medium high until the oil just starts beginning to smoke.  Put the roast in the pan, turning to sear to a nice brown on all sides.  Rub the roast evenly with the herb “crust”. Put back in pan and pour broth or wine around it.  Roast for 1 hour and 30 minutes or until it reaches 130 degrees.  Turn off the oven and leave the roast inside and don’t open the door.  .After 30-40 minutes, check the temperature. It should read 140-145 for medium. Remove from oven and let rest, tented, 10-15 minutes.  Remove ties before slicing with sharp knife into thin slices. Drizzle with accumulated juices. TIPS Make sure you get a roast labeled “choice” which has more fat running through it for flavor and tenderness. One that’s marked “select” will be too lean for this recipe.  Having the roast tied allows for more even roasting. What’s the best wine for beef? My go-to wine is Pinot Noir, lovely for drinking alongside, as well. Any good quality burgundy works well with this recipe. ***** Full list of guests

Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell continue through the O Antiphons by reflecting on “O Adonai.” Guests include Gary Zimak to conclude our series on finding peace in Advent, canon lawyer Fr. Philip-Michael Tangorra, and Karlo Broussard from Catholic Answers. Plus all the latest news, weather, sports and more… ***** O Adonai O come, O come, great Lord of might, who to your tribes on Sinai’s height in ancient times did give the law in cloud and majesty and awe. Rejoice! Rejoice! Immanuel shall come to you, O Israel. ***** Mary Badja, author of God’s Superheroes, Volume II Maria-Elena Pineda, Producer of Hollywood Priest: The Story of Fr. Bud Kiser Bill Schmitt is online at onword.net. Cincinnati Right to Life is online at cincinnatirighttolife.org. Full list of guests

Welcome to the O Antiphons! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell discuss how this series of liturgical prayers marks a turn toward the home stretch of the Advent season. Guests include Marlon De La Torre with more connections between The Screwtape Letters and the Catechism, and Kris McGregor to unpack a selection from the Office of Readings. Plus news, weather, sports, and a whole lot more… ***** O Wisdom O come, O Wisdom from on high, who ordered all things mightily; to us the path of knowledge show and teach us in its ways to go. Rejoice! Rejoice! Immanuel shall come to you, O Israel. ***** Joel Peters, author of Sola Scriptura Doesn’t Work Mary Badja, author of God’s Superheroes, Volume II Maria-Elena Pineda, Producer of Hollywood Priest: The Story of Fr. Bud Kiser Full list of guests

Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Bill Schmitt from OnWord to discuss 2024’s words of the year. Other guests include Fr. John Gavin to discuss what St. Augustine had to say about the incarnation, and Stephanie Mann with more thoughts from St. John Henry Newman on Mary and Advent. Plus news, weather, sports and a whole lot more… ***** An Advent Prayer Come, long-expected Jesus. Excite in me a wonder at the wisdom and power of Your Father and ours. Receive my prayer as part of my service of the Lord who enlists me in God’s own work for justice. Come, long-expected Jesus. Excite in me a hunger for peace: peace in the world, peace in my home, peace in myself. Come, long-expected Jesus. Excite in me a joy responsive to the Father’s joy. I seek His will so I can serve with gladness, singing and love. Come, long-expected Jesus. Excite in me the joy and love and peace it is right to bring to the manger of my Lord. Raise in me, too, sober reverence for the God who acted there, hearty gratitude for the life begun there, and spirited resolution to serve the Father and Son. I pray in the name of Jesus Christ, whose advent I hail. Amen. ***** Bill Schmitt is online at onword.net. Full list of guests

Happy feast of St. Lucy! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell discuss her heroic martyrdom and witness of light. Guests include Fr. Hezekias Carnazzo from the Institute of Catholic Culture and Fr. Jonathan Duncan from the Bone Church Revival podcast to preview the Mass readings for Gaudete Sunday. Plus news, weather, sports, and a whole lot more. ***** St. Lucy Collect Prayer May the glorious intercession of the Virgin and Martyr Saint Lucy give us a new heart, we pray, O Lord, so that we may celebrate her heavenly birthday in this present age and so behold things eternal. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. ***** Full list of guests

Today is our one day Advent Membership Drive! Together with you, we’re praying to hit our goal of $60,000 in donations, to cover operating costs and get us to the finish line for the end of the year. Please consider making a gift now! We’ve been broadcasting solid Catholic content to the Tri-State and beyond since 2001 across multiple media platforms, and it’s because of God’s providence and your generosity we’ve been able to do so. We are so grateful for you! You can give a secure one-time or recurring donation online to help us hit our goal, but there are several other ways to give as well: by phone, mail, stock gifts, donor advised funds, and more. You can view all the ways to give here. We know you have so many options when it comes to your media choices. We’re grateful you’ve chosen to listen to and support us for nearly two and a half decades. Please consider making a gift to help us continue to share the truth and beauty of our Catholic Faith into 2025 and beyond! ***** A Prayer to Our Lady of Guadalupe O Blessed Virgin Mary, you appeared to Juan Diego on Tepeyac Hill to present your Divine Son to the people of the Americas. In your maternal tenderness and love, you revealed to the world the power and glory of your Son as our God and Redeemer. Intercede for your children that they may have the strength to endure their hardships and the courage to persevere in their faith. By your act of perfect faith, Christ was conceived in your womb to bring new life and light into this world. May your image inspire us to seek your help and spread your devotion to all who desire to know your Son and dwell in his Sacred Heart. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen. Thank you to Fr. Rob Jack for writing this prayer for today’s feast! ***** RECIPES FROM RITA TWO LAYER PEPPERMINT BARK Ingredients: 24 oz bittersweet chocolate – good quality 24 oz white chocolate – good quality 1 cup or so crushed peppermint 3⁄4 tsp PURE peppermint extract or scant 1/4 teaspoon food grade peppermint oil Instructions: Place peppermint candy in a large plastic bag and crush into small pieces with a meat pounder. Set aside. Line a 9 x 13-inch baking sheet (small sheet pan) with parchment paper and set it aside. Let sides hang over a bit to form a cradle to make it easier to lift bark out. Heat 4 cups of water in a 4-quart saucepan over medium-low heat. Set a large glass bowl on the saucepan so the bottom does not touch the barely simmering water. Add the bittersweet chocolate to the glass bowl. Stir and slowly allow the chocolate to melt. Once most of the chocolate is melted and smooth, remove from heat, wipe bottom of bowl to remove any moisture or steam (any moisture if it hits the chocolate will cause it to seize), stir to smooth out completely, then pour onto the prepared baking sheet. Smooth to an even layer and sprinkle with 1⁄4 cup of crushed peppermint candy. This acts as a somewhat gritty surface which I think allows the white chocolate layer to adhere better. Let cool until firm, either in the refrigerator or even on the counter. You don’t want the chocolate real cold since it will be more difficult to spread the white chocolate on top and the layers adhere better together when the bottom layer is completely firm but not rock hard cold. (If it is real cold, let it sit out a bit to take the chill off, then proceed with white chocolate layer). Wash and dry the bowl thoroughly, and set over the barely simmering water. Add the white chocolate. Stir until most of the chocolate is melted, then remove from the heat. Stir to smooth out completely, and add the peppermint extract, stir, and pour over the bittersweet chocolate. Smooth to an even layer and immediately top with remaining peppermint candy pieces. Allow to cool at room temperature until hardened, 2-3 hours. Once the bark is hard, cut or break into pieces. Since the bark has hardened at room temperature, it won’t be rock hard and will be easier to break or cut into pieces. Store in an airtight container in a cool place for up to two weeks. TIPS Don’t use chocolate morsels/chips or the slabs of chocolate “bark” in the baking aisle that contain palm kernel oil, which may inhibit good bonding of the layers. High quality “white” chocolate will have sugar and cocoa butter listed among the first ingredients on the label. Don’t have peppermint extract? Sieve the candy cane pieces and the “candy dust” you shake out of the sieve can be stirred into the white chocolate layer for peppermint flavor, not as strong, but still good. Don’t use imitation peppermint extract which contains too much water and may cause the melted chocolate to seize. ***** BONUS RECIPE: PEPPERMINT WHITE HOT CHOCOLATE Ingredients: 20 or so oz white chocolate bars 1 teaspoon peppermint extract or 1/4 teaspoon peppermint oil 8 candy canes, regular size, crushed very fine 1 quart each half & half and whole milk Instructions: Easy peasy. Follow instructions above for melting white chocolate and adding extract. After pouring white chocolate in pan and spreading into even layer immediately sprinkle with very finely crushed peppermint. Cool until solid. To make peppermint white hot chocolate: Heat half & half and milk to 160. Break up bark into piece that fit into mugs. Pour warmed milk in cups and let folks add bark to taste. ***** Full list of guests

Happy feast of Pope St. Damasus I! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Mike Aquilina to talk about how Pope Damasus commissioned St. Jerome to translate the Bible into Latin. Other guests include canon lawyer Fr. Philip-Michael Tangorra, and Gary Zimak with more thoughts on finding peace in Advent. Plus news, weather, sports and more… ***** Prayer to Blessed Carlo Acutis Blessed Carlo, You knew the power of technology and used it to proclaim the truth of Jesus Christ.  You also knew the dangers of technology and were intentional in your efforts to guard your heart against them.  You used the gifts you had in this world to bless others through radical charity, through seeing Christ in the face of those ignored by society, through the witness of friendship, and through your natural aptitudes with technology.  In our world so broken by abuses of technology and which so often ignores or attacks human dignity, please intercede for us to God the Father so we may see the human dignity of everyone we encounter and ask for guidance from the Lord whenever we may be tempted to violate that dignity in our online interactions.  Blessed Carlo Acutis, pray that we may treat our ever-evolving connections with developing technology as an opportunity to see the grace of God at work, even in the complexities of our modern world. Amen. ***** Katie Warner, author of My True Love Gave to Me Cincinnati Right to Life is online at cincinnatirighttolife.org. Full list of guests

Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Marlon De La Torre, to share more thoughts on the Screwtape Letters and the Catechism. Other guests include Steve Ray on armor and weapons in the Bible, and Kris McGregor to reflect on the Office of Readings. Plus news, weather, sports and a whole lot more… ***** Prayer of St. Faustina Help me, O Lord, that my eyes may be merciful, so that I may never suspect or judge from appearances, but look for what is beautiful in my neighbours’ souls and come to their rescue. Help me, O Lord, that my ears may be merciful, so that I may give heed to my neighbours’ needs and not be indifferent to their pains and moanings. Help me, O Lord, that my tongue may be merciful, so that I should never speak negatively of my neighbour, but have a word of comfort and forgiveness for all. Help me, O Lord, that my hands may be merciful and filled with good deeds, so that I may do only good to my neighbours and take upon myself the most difficult and toilsome tasks. Help me, O Lord, that my feet may be merciful, so that I may hurry to assist my neighbour, overcoming my own fatigue and weariness. Help me, O Lord, that my heart may be merciful so that I myself may feel all the sufferings of my neighbour. May Your mercy, O Lord, rest upon me. Amen ***** Vivian Dudro is online at Ignatius.com. Matt and Annie discussed a few Catholic planners for the New Year: The Fiat Traditional Catholic Planner from Sophia Press The JMJ Daily Planner from TAN Books The Agnus Dei Planner from TAN Books The Year of Hope Panner from Ascension Press Full list of guests

Happy feast of the Immaculate Conception! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell discuss the transfer of this year’s feast to December 9th. Guests include Teresa Tomeo from Catholic Connection, Stephanie Mann to discuss English Catholic history, and Brendan Hodge from the Pillar. Plus news, weather, sports and more… ***** A Prayer to Our Lady, Health of the Sick Our Lady, Health of the Sick, I look to you for the comfort of a mother’s love, I pray to you on behalf of those who are suffering and for my own healing needs. Mary, your love strengthens me and brings me peace. Our Lady, Health of the Sick, embrace all who are emotionally and physically ill that they may return to good health under your tender care. And please intercede for my very special needs. (mention your needs here). Mary, your love strengthens me and brings me peace. Our Lady, Health of the Sick, pray for us. Amen. ***** Gayle Somers, author of Whispers of Mary Full list of guests

Happy Feast of St. Nicholas!  On today’s show, we talk about his life and especially his charity – and how we should imitate him. Dr. Matthew Bunson will talk about *some* of the history of Notre Dame Cathedral, ahead of its reopening this weekend.  And we’ll preview the readings for the Second Sunday of Advent with Fr. Hezekias Carnazzo and, later, with Fr. Jonathan Duncan. John Knutsen – Retirement Fund for Religious Fr. Hezekias Carnazzo – Institute of Catholic Culture Ken Craycraft – Citizens Yet Strangers Dr. Matthew Bunson – EWTN News Emily Jaminet – Heart Conversion Advent Campaign Fr. Boniface Hicks – Personal Prayer: A Guide for Receiving the Father’s Love Bobby Schindler – Life and Hope Network Fr. Jonathan Duncan – Bone Church Revival Joseph Pearce – Inner Sanctum Kris McGregor – Discerning Hearts

Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell discuss Bl. Nicolas Steno, a Lutheran convert and pioneer in the earth sciences whose feast is today. Other guests include Fr. Robert Nixon, OSB, with more insights into the daily life of a monk, and pastoral counselor Kevin Prendergast on navigating difficult family situations during the holidays. Plus news, weather, sports, and a whole lot more… ***** Prayer for God’s Mercy by Padre Pio O Lord, we ask for a boundless confidence and trust in Your divine mercy, and the courage to accept the crosses and sufferings which bring immense goodness to our souls and that of Your Church. Help us to love You with a pure and contrite heart, and to humble ourselves beneath Your cross, as we climb the mountain of holiness, carrying our cross that leads to heavenly glory. May we receive You with great faith and love in Holy Communion, and allow You to act in us as You desire for your greater glory. O Jesus, most adorable Heart and eternal fountain of Divine Love, may our prayer find favor before the Divine Majesty of Your heavenly Father. ***** RITA HEIKENFELD’S BLESSED CHRISTMAS MIX I love the significance of each ingredient here and the little poem that goes with it. Let the little ones help! Mix together and if you give this as a gift, include the meaning of the ingredients Bugles –  Trumpets heralding His foretold birth. Pretzels – (not pretzel sticks but mini pretzels)  Mary’s arms cradled this Child of great worth. Fruit & nuts –  Praise and gifts the 3 wise men brought. Candy canes – the mini ones are nice –  Shepherds’ staffs helping them to the new King they sought. Candy stars –  The star of Bethlehem brightly that night shone. Hershey kisses   –  The love God has for us, calling us “His own”. Raffia – (tie the bag with this)   Bedding of the manger for His humble birth. God’s Son, our Savior, sent lovingly to the earth! ***** Full list of guests

Happy feast of St. John of Damascus! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Dr. Matthew Bunson to discuss his legacy as the Doctor of the Church who defended the use of images in Christian worship. Other guests include Gary Zimak with more Scripture verses to help us find peace in Advent, and canon lawyer Fr. Philip-Michael Tangorra. Plus news, weather, sports and more… ***** Collect for the Memorial of St. John Damascene Grant, we pray, O Lord, that we may be helped by the prayers of the Priest Saint John Damascene, so that the true faith, which he excelled in teaching, may always be our light and our strength. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. ***** Cincinnati Right to Life is online at cincinnatirighttolife.org. Full list of guests

Happy feast of St. Francis Xavier! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell discuss the life and legacy of one of the Church’s greatest missionaries. Guests include John Knutsen to talk about this weekend’s collection for the Retirement Fund for Religious, and Kris McGregor from Discerning Hearts to reflect on the Office of Readings. Plus news, weather, sports and a whole lot more… ***** Collect for the Memorial of St. Francis Xavier O God, who through the preaching of Saint Francis Xavier won many peoples to yourself, grant that the hearts of the faithful may burn with the same zeal for the faith and that Holy Church may everywhere rejoice in an abundance of offspring. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. ***** Support the Retirement Fund for Religious at retiredreligious.org. Andrew Petiprin is online at spesalviinstitute.org. Full list of guests

Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Mark Brumley from Ignatius Press to talk about their new Study Bible. Other guests include Fr. John Gavin with more thoughts from the Church Fathers in the Catechism, and Fr. Sebastian Walshe to continue our series on the deeper meaning of the Beatitudes. Plus news, weather, sports and more… ***** Advent Prayer Come, long-expected Jesus. Excite in me a wonder at the wisdom and power of Your Father and ours. Receive my prayer as part of my service of the Lord who enlists me in God’s own work for justice. Come, long-expected Jesus. Excite in me a hunger for peace: peace in the world, peace in my home, peace in myself. Come, long-expected Jesus. Excite in me a joy responsive to the Father’s joy. I seek His will so I can serve with gladness, singing and love. Come, long-expected Jesus. Excite in me the joy and love and peace it is right to bring to the manger of my Lord. Raise in me, too, sober reverence for the God who acted there, hearty gratitude for the life begun there, and spirited resolution to serve the Father and Son. I pray in the name of Jesus Christ, whose advent I hail. ***** Here’s the link to register for the free webinar on the Ignatius Study Bible. Sr. Orianne Petra, author of Dive Deep: 40 Days with God at Sea Full list of guests

Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Fr. Rob Jack from the Archdiocese of Cincinnati to discuss gratitude, Gary Zimak from Following the Truth to get us ready for Advent, and canon lawyer Fr. Philip-Michael Tangorra on how to feast well. Plus all the latest news, weather, sports, and a whole lot more… ***** Generosity Prayer of St. Ignatius Lord, teach me to be generous. Teach me to serve you as you deserve; to give and not to count the cost, to fight and not to heed the wounds, to toil and not to seek for rest, to labour and not to ask for reward, save that of knowing that I do your will. Amen. ***** Cincinnati Right to Life is online at cincinnatirighttolife.org. Full list of guests

Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Fr. Boniface Hicks, OSB, to share more thoughts on personal prayer from the saints. Other guests include Kris McGregor to reflect on the Office of Readings, and Andrew Petiprin to review apocalyptic films ahead of the beginning of Advent. Plus news, weather, sports, and more… ***** Despair Prayer of St. Claude de la Colombiere Lord, I am in this world to show Your mercy to others. Other people will glorify You by making visible the power of Your grace by their fidelity and constancy to You. For my part I will glorify You by making known how good You are to sinners, that Your mercy is boundless and that no sinner no matter how great his offenses should have reason to despair of pardon. If I have grievously offended You, My Redeemer, let me not offend You even more by thinking that You are not kind enough to pardon Me. Amen. ***** Andrew Petiprin is online at spesalviinstitute.com. Full list of guests

Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Kevin Schmeising, who’s entering into a well-deserved retirement from the show after doing 17 years of This Week in Catholic History segments with us. Other guests include Dr. Matthew Wiseman, author of Two Jerusalems, and Stephanie Mann with more thoughts on gratitude from Fr. Frederick Faber. Plus news, weather, sports and more… ***** Prayer for priests O Jesus, I pray Thee for Thy faithful and fervent priests; for Thy unfaithful and tepid priests; for Thy priests laboring at home or abroad in distant mission fields; for Thy tempted priests; for Thy lonely priests; for Thy dying priests; for the souls of Thy priests in purgatory. But above all I commend to Thee the priests dearest to me; the priest who baptized me; the priests who absolved me from my sins; the priests at whose Masses I assisted, and who gave me Thy Body and Blood in Holy Communion; the priests who taught and instructed me, or helped and encouraged me; all the priests to whom I am indebted in any other way, keep them all close to Thy Heart, and bless them abundantly in time and in eternity. Amen. ***** Dr. Matthew Wiseman, author of Two Jerusalems Sr. Orianne Petra, author of Dive Deep: 40 Days with God at Sea Full list of guests

Happy feast of St. Cecilia! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell discuss her story and why she’s the patron saint of music. Other guests include Fr. Hezekias Carnazzo from the Institute of Catholic Culture and Fr. Jonathan Duncan from the Bone Church Revival podcast to preview the Sunday Mass readings. Plus news, weather, sports and more… ***** Collect for St. Cecilia O God, who gladden us each year with the feast day of your handmaid Saint Cecilia, grant, we pray, that what has been devoutly handed down concerning her may offer us examples to imitate and proclaim the wonders worked in his servants by Christ your Son. Who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. ***** Full list of guests

Happy feast of the Presentation of Mary! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Dr. Benjamin Lewis to discuss a 12th century Latin hymn about the Presentation, and Steve Ray to reflect more on its theological meaning. Other guests include Rita Heikenfeld to share more make-ahead recipes for Thanksgiving, Courtney Brown from Ruah Woods, and Gary Michuta from Hands On Apologetics. Plus news, weather, sports and a whole lot more… ***** St. John Fisher’s prayer for bishops Lord, according to Thy promise that the Gospel should be preached throughout the whole world, raise up men fit for such work. The Apostles were but soft and yielding clay till they were baked hard by the fire of the Holy Ghost. So, good Lord, do now in like manner with Thy Church militant, change and make the soft and slippery earth into hard stones. Set in Thy Church strong and mighty pillars that may suffer and endure great labors–watching, poverty, thirst, hunger, cold and heat–which also shall not fear the threatenings of princes, persecution, neither death, but always persuade and think with themselves to suffer with a good will, slanders, shame, and all kinds of torments, for the glory and laud of Thy Holy Name. By this manner, good Lord, the truth of Thy Gospel shall be preached throughout the world. Therefore, merciful Lord, exercise Thy mercy, show it indeed upon Thy Church. Amen. ***** Sally Read, author of The Mary Pages Full list of guests

Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Gary Zimak from Following the Truth to talk about how the feast of Christ the King can console us in times of anxiety and uncertainty. Other guests include canon lawyer Fr. Philip-Michael Tangorra, and Karlo Broussard from Catholic Answers. Plus all the latest news, weather, sports and a whole lot more… ***** A Prayer to St. Joseph for Providence

 Joseph, with Jesus and Mary, you knew hunger, uncertainty, and illness. You turned your heart to God to lift up your needs and those of your family. In faith you accepted the Father’s response as events unfolded. Be with me today as I offer my requests to the Father. Joseph, let me recognize God’s will as I open my hands to accept what God bestows in loving kindness. With tenderness, God fills creation with life and love. Open my eyes to the wonders that God works without ceasing. Let me learn the true intention behind my request so that I may discover within myself the lowly one that God commends. Amen. ***** Mark Hart, author of Biblical Heroes: Stories of Faith and Courage Joel Peters, author of Sola Scriptura Doesn’t Work Cincinnati Right to Life is online at cincinnatirighttolife.org. Full list of guests

Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Fr. Mark Mary Ames, CFR, to talk about his new Rosary in a Year podcast for Ascension Press. Other guests include Marlon De La Torre to discuss the Screwtape Letters and the Catechism, and Kris McGregor to reflect on the Office of Readings. Plus all the latest news, weather, sports and more… ***** Prayer of Saint Boniface Eternal God, the refuge and help of all your children, we praise you for all you have given us, for all you have done for us, for all that you are to us. In our weakness, you are strength, in our darkness, you are light, in our sorrow, you are comfort and peace. We cannot number your blessings, we cannot declare your love: For all your blessings we bless you. May we live as in your presence, and love the things that you love, and serve you in our daily lives; through Jesus Christ our Lord. ***** Info on how to sign up for the Rosary in a Year is at ascensionpress.com. Brady Stiller, author of Your Life is a Story: GK Chesterton and the Paradox of Freedom Full list of guests

Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Gayle Somers to continue her series on Whispers of Mary, about women of the Old Testament who point forward to the Blessed Mother. Other guests include Teresa Tomeo from Catholic Connection, and Kevin Schmiesing with This Week in Catholic History. Plus all the latest news, weather, sports and a whole lot more… ***** St. Thomas Aquinas prayer “Give us, O Lord, a steadfast heart, which no unworthy affection may drag downwards; give us an unconquered heart, which no tribulation can wear out; give us an upright heart, which no unworthy purpose may tempt aside. Bestow upon us also, O Lord our God, understanding to know you, diligence to seek you, wisdom to find you, and a faithfulness that may finally embrace you; through Jesus Christ our Lord.” ***** Gayle Somers is online at ascensionpress.com. Full list of guests

Happy feast of St. Albert the Great! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell discuss his legacy as the Doctor of the Church who mentored St. Thomas Aquinas. Guests include Fr. Jonathan Duncan from Bone Church Revival and Fr. Hezekias Carnazzo from the Institute of Catholic Culture to preview the Sunday Mass readings, plus news, weather, sports and more… ***** St. Albert the Great Prayer We pray to You, O Lord, who are the supreme Truth, and all truth is from you. We beseech You, O Lord, who are the highest Wisdom, and all the wise depend on You for their wisdom. You are the supreme Joy, and all who are happy owe it to You. You are the Light of minds, and all receive their understanding from You. We love, we love You above all. We seek You, we follow You, and we are ready to serve You. We desire to dwell under Your power for You are the King of all. Amen. ***** Fr. Phillip Larrey is online at philiplarrey.com, and the Vatican 3D tour of St. Peter’s can be found at virtualbasilicaprod.azurewebsites.net. Brady Stiller, author of Your Life is a Story: GK Chesterton and the Paradox of Freedom Full list of guests

Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Gary Michuta from Hands On Apologetics to share more insights to help us better understand Scripture. Other guests include Rita Heikenfeld with Bible Foods, and Courtney Brown from Ruah Woods. Plus news, weather, sports and a whole lot more… ***** Prayer for the Dead God our Father, Your power brings us to birth, Your providence guides our lives, and by Your command we return to dust. Lord, those who die still live in Your presence, their lives change but do not end. I pray in hope for my family, relatives and friends, and for all the dead known to You alone. In company with Christ, Who died and now lives, may they rejoice in Your kingdom, where all our tears are wiped away. Unite us together again in one family, to sing Your praise forever and ever. ***** Dr. Daniel Keating worked on the Catholic Commentary on Sacred Scripture for Ezekiel. Info on Fr. Mark-Mary Ames and the Rosary in a Year podcast are online at ascensionpress.com. Fr. Philip Larrey is online at philiplarrey.com. Full list of guests

Happy feast of St. Frances Xavier Cabrini! On today's show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell discuss the incredible legacy of one of the most important figures in American Catholic history. Guests include canon lawyer Fr. Phillip-Michael Tangorra, Jeanne Mancini, and Gary Zimak, plus news, weather, sports and more... ***** Collect for the feast of St. Frances Xavier Cabrini God our Father, who called Saint Frances Xavier Cabrini from Italy to serve the immigrants of America, by her example, teach us to have concern for the stranger, the sick, and all those in need, and by her prayers help us to see Christ in all the men and women we meet. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. ***** Cincinnati Right to Life is online at cincinnatirighttolife.org Full list of guests [guestschedule id='18960']

Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Dr. Matthew Bunson to discuss Isaac of Nineveh being added to the Roman Martyrology. Other guests include Fr. Boniface Hicks with more thoughts on personal prayer, and Kris McGregor to reflect on the Office of Readings. Plus news, weather, sports and a whole lot more… ***** From a Prayer by St. Aelred of Rievaulx Lord, may Thy good, sweet Spirit descend into my heart, and fashion there a dwelling for Himself, cleansing it from all defilement both of flesh and spirit, impouring into it the increment of faith, and hope, and love, disposing it to penitence, and love, and gentleness. May He quench with the dew of His blessing the heat of my desires, and with His power put to death my carnal impulses and fleshly lusts. In labours, and in watchings, and in fastings, may He afford my fervor and discretion, to love and praise Thee, to pray and think of Thee; and may He give me power and devotion to order every act and thought according to Thy will, and also perseverance in these virtues unto my life’s end. ***** Msgr. Charles Pope is online at blog.adw.org. Brooke Joiner is online at catholicowned.com. Mark Hart is online at ascension press.com/biblicalheroes. Full list of guests

Happy feast of St. Martin of Tours! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell discuss the connection between his feast and Veteran’s Day. Guests include Teresa Tomeo from Catholic Connection, Kevin Schmiesing with This Week in Catholic History, and Tom McNew from Armor of God radio to discuss his work in bringing Catholic radio to a military base. Plus all the latest news, weather, sports and more… ***** Collect Prayer for St. Martin of Tours O God, who are glorified in the Bishop Saint Martin both by his life and death, make new, we pray, the wonders of your grace in our hearts, that neither death nor life may separate us from your love. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son. who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. ***** Tom McNew is online at armorofgodradio.com. Full list of guests

Happy feast of St. Elizabeth of the Trinity! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell talk to Kris McGregor and Fr. Boniface Hicks about her extraordinary spiritual wisdom. Other guests include Fr. Hezekias Carnazzo from the Institute of Catholic Culture and Fr. Jonathan Duncan from the Diocese of Charleston to preview the Sunday Mass readings. Plus all the latest news, weather, sports and more… ***** St. Benedict Prayer Gracious and holy Father, grant us the intellect to understand you, reason to discern you, diligence to seek you, wisdom to find you, a spirit to know you, a heart to meditate upon you. May our ears hear you, may our eyes behold you, and may our tongues proclaim you. Give us grace that our way of life may be pleasing to you, that we may have the patience to wait for you and the perseverance to look for you. Grant us a perfect end-your holy presence, a blessed resurrection and life everlasting. We ask this through Jesus Christ our Lord. ***** Full list of guests

Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell continue to unpack the results of this week’s elections. Guests include Gary Michuta from Hands On Apologetics, Courtney Brown from Ruah Woods, and Rita Heikenfeld with Bible Foods. Plus news, weather, sports, and a whole lot more… ***** St. Albert the Great Prayer We pray to You, O Lord, who are the supreme Truth, and all truth is from you. We beseech You, O Lord, who are the highest Wisdom, and all the wise depend on You for their wisdom. You are the supreme Joy, and all who are happy owe it to You. You are the Light of minds, and all receive their understanding from You. We love, we love You above all. We seek You, we follow You, and we are ready to serve You. We desire to dwell under Your power for You are the King of all. Amen. ***** Full list of guests

Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell unpack the election results with Ken Craycraft, Dr. Matthew Bunson, and Fr. Patrick Briscoe, plus news, weather, sports, and a whole lot more… ***** Prayer for the Dead God our Father, Your power brings us to birth, Your providence guides our lives, and by Your command we return to dust. Lord, those who die still live in Your presence, their lives change but do not end. I pray in hope for my family, relatives and friends, and for all the dead known to You alone. In company with Christ, Who died and now lives, may they rejoice in Your kingdom, where all our tears are wiped away. Unite us together again in one family, to sing Your praise forever and ever. ***** Cincinnati Right to Life is online at cincinnatirighttolife.org. Full list of guests

Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell cover the first part of Election Day, looking at some of the stories that have shaped this year’s voting process. Guests include Fr. Boniface Hicks with more thoughts on personal prayer, and Kris McGregor with reflections from the Office of Readings. Plus all the latest news, weather, sports and a whole lot more… ***** A Prayer for Faithful Citizenship Gracious and loving God, let your Spirit be with us today. Hear our prayers and increase in us the will to follow your Son Jesus. Help us to draw on the resources of our faith as we use the opportunities of our democracy to shape a society more respectful of the life, dignity, and rights of the human person, especially the poor and vulnerable. We ask this through Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God forever and ever. Amen. ***** Dr. Timothy Kearns is online at instituteofcatholicculture.org. Angela Johnson is online at prolifeacrossamerica.org. Brooke Joiner is online at catholicowned.com. Full list of guests

Happy feast of St. Charles Borromeo! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell reflect on his story, and the appropriateness of it falling on the eve of Election Day this year. Other guests include Brendan Hodge from The Pillar, Catholic Connection’s Teresa Tomeo, and Kevin Schmiesing with This Week in Catholic History. Plus all the latest news, weather, sports, and a whole lot more… ***** Prayer of St. Charles Borromeo Almighty God, you have generously made known to man the mysteries of your life through Jesus Christ your Son in the Holy Spirit. Enlighten my mind to know these mysteries which your Church treasures and teaches. Move my heart to love them and my will to live in accord with them. Give me the ability to teach this Faith to others without pride, without ostentation, and without personal gain. Let me realize that I am simply your instrument for bringing others to the knowledge of the wonderful things you have done for all your creatures. Help me to be faithful to this task that you have entrusted to me. Amen. ***** Roxanne King, co-author of Catholic Heroes of Civil and Human Rights Gayle Somers is online at ascensionpress.com. Dr. Regis Martin is online at franciscan.edu. Full list of guests

Happy All Saints Day! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Mike Aquilina to look at how the earliest Christians understood and talked about the saints. Other guests include Fr. Hezekias Carnazzo from the Institute of Catholic Culture and Fr. Jonathan Duncan from the Bone Church Revival podcast to preview the Sunday Mass readings, plus news, weather, sports and more… ***** Collect for the Solemnity of All Saints Almighty ever-living God, by whose gift we venerate in one celebration the merits of all the Saints, bestow on us, we pray, through the prayers of so many intercessors, an abundance of the reconciliation with you for which we earnestly long. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. ***** Patti Armstrong writes at ncregister.com. Full list of guests

Happy All Hallow’s Eve! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell talk about the relationship between Halloween and All Saints Day, and how they flow in to November as the month dedicated to the Holy Souls in Purgatory. Guests include Rita Heikenfeld with Bible Foods, Gary Michuta from Hands On Apologetics, and Courtney Brown from Ruah Woods to discuss the Theology of the Body. Plus news, weather, sports and more… ***** The Breastplate of St. Patrick I arise today Through a mighty strength, the invocation of the Trinity, Through belief in the Threeness, Through confession of the Oneness of the Creator of creation. I arise today Through the strength of Christ’s birth with His baptism, Through the strength of His crucifixion with His burial, Through the strength of His resurrection with His ascension, Through the strength of His descent for the judgment of doom. I arise today Through the strength of the love of cherubim, In the obedience of angels, In the service of archangels, In the hope of resurrection to meet with reward, In the prayers of patriarchs, In the predictions of prophets, In the preaching of apostles, In the faith of confessors, In the innocence of holy virgins, In the deeds of righteous men. I arise today, through The strength of heaven, The light of the sun, The radiance of the moon, The splendor of fire, The speed of lightning, The swiftness of wind, The depth of the sea, The stability of the earth, The firmness of rock. I arise today, through God’s strength to pilot me, God’s might to uphold me, God’s wisdom to guide me, God’s eye to look before me, God’s ear to hear me, God’s word to speak for me, God’s hand to guard me, God’s shield to protect me, God’s host to save me From snares of devils, From temptation of vices, From everyone who shall wish me ill, afar and near. I summon today All these powers between me and those evils, Against every cruel and merciless power that may oppose my body and soul, Against incantations of false prophets, Against black laws of pagandom, Against false laws of heretics, Against craft of idolatry, Against spells of witches and smiths and wizards, Against every knowledge that corrupts man’s body and soul; Christ to shield me today Against poison, against burning, Against drowning, against wounding, So that there may come to me an abundance of reward. Christ with me, Christ before me, Christ behind me, Christ in me, Christ beneath me, Christ above me, Christ on my right, Christ on my left, Christ when I lie down, Christ when I sit down, Christ when I arise, Christ in the heart of every man who thinks of me, Christ in the mouth of everyone who speaks of me, Christ in every eye that sees me, Christ in every ear that hears me. I arise today Through a mighty strength, the invocation of the Trinity, Through belief in the Threeness, Through confession of the Oneness of the Creator of creation. ***** Patti Armstrong writes at ncregister.com. Full list of guests

Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Fr. Phillip-Michael Tangorra to discuss the importance of praying for our beloved dead, especially as November approaches. Other guests include Gary Zimak with more Scriptural answers to worry and anxiety, and Karlo Broussard from Catholic Answers. Plus news, weather, sports and a whole lot more… ***** Prayer of St. John Vianney I love You, O my God, and my only desire is to love You until the last breath of my life. I love You, O my infinitely lovable God, and I would rather die loving You, than live without loving You. I love You, Lord, and the only grace I ask is to love You eternally My God, if my tongue cannot say in every moment that I love You, I want my heart to repeat it to You as often as I draw breath. ***** Gayle Somers is online at ascensionpress.com. Msgr. Charles Pope is online at blog.adw.org. Cincinnati Right to Life is online at cincinnatirighttolife.org. Full list of guests

Happy feast of Bl. Chiara Badano! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell discuss her heroic witness of faith in the midst of suffering, and how she serves as a model of holiness in the late 20th century. Guests include Fr. Boniface Hicks with more thoughts from the saints on personal prayer, and Kris McGregor with more wisdom from the Office of Readings. Plus news, weather, sports and a whole lot more… ***** Suscipe Prayer of St. Ignatius of Loyola Take, Lord, and receive all my liberty, my memory, my understanding, and my entire will, All I have and call my own. You have given all to me. To you, Lord, I return it. Everything is yours; do with it what you will. Give me only your love and your grace, that is enough for me. ***** Dr. Ted and Beth Sri discussed the Pocket Guide to Prayer. Gayle Somers is online at ascensionpress.com. Full list of guests

Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Dr. Matthew Bunson to reflect on the document from the Synod on Synodality, and what changes, if any, are to be implemented in the Church. Other guests include Bill Schmitt from OnWord about the human impulse toward feasts and days of obligation, and This Week in Catholic History with Kevin Schmiesing. Plus all the latest news, weather, sports and more… ***** Prayer of St. Anselm of Canterbury O Lord my God. Teach my heart this day, where and how to find you. You have made me and re-made me, and you have bestowed on me all the good things I possess, and still I do not know you. I have not yet done that for which I was made. Teach me to seek you, for I cannot seek you unless you teach me, or find you unless you show yourself to me. Let me seek you in my desire; let me desire you in my seeking. Let me find you by loving you; let me love you when I find you. Amen. ***** Bill Schmitt is online at onword.net. Full list of guests

Happy St. Crispin’s Day! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell discuss him and his brother St. Crispian, and their martyrdom in the 3rd century. Guests include Ken Craycraft on more ways to reclaim a Catholic vocabulary for moral and civic engagement, and Fr. Hezekias Carnazzo from the Institute of Catholic Culture and Fr. Jonathan Duncan from Bone Church Revival to preview the Sunday Mass readings. Plus news, weather, sports and a whole lot more… ***** Prayer to St. Joseph for the Unemployed Silent and well-known carpenter in Nazareth, model of workers, by the work of your hands you gave your contribution to the work of the Creator, you earned your living, and you provided for the needs of the Holy Family. Intercede for all workers, in the difficulties of their daily lives especially for the unemployed, in their anxieties for tomorrow, so that through the guidance of God, the great Architect and Builder, they all may use their strength and talents to make visible God’s new creation, to offer a concrete service to society, and to earn wages worthy of their efforts. With confidence and trust we make this prayer thru Jesus. Amen. ***** Dr. Ted and Beth Sri are online at ascensionpress.com/Prayer. Roxanne King, author of Catholic Heroes of Civil and Human Rights Full list of guests

Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome pastoral counselor Kevin Prendergast to discuss anxiety among school aged children. Other guests include Dr. John Bergsma to unpack this Sunday’s first reading from Isaiah, and Rita Heikenfeld with Bible Foods. Plus news, weather, sports and more… ***** St. Jerome’s Prayer for God’s Mercy O Lord, show Your mercy to me and gladden my heart. I am like the man on the way to Jericho who was overtaken by robbers, wounded and left for dead. O Good Samaritan, come to my aid. I am like the sheep that went astray. O Good Shepherd, seek me out and bring me home in accord with Your will. Let me dwell in Your house all the days of my life and praise You for ever and ever with those who are there. Amen. ***** RECIPES FROM RITA: SLOW COOKED TEXAS PULLED PORK Ingredients 4 lb boneless pork butt roast 1 ½ to 2 cups barbeque sauce ½ cup cider vinegar ½ cup chicken broth – can use bouillon in water or just water ¼ cup brown sugar, packed Squirt of mustard 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 1 tablespoon chili powder blend Pepper to taste 1 large onion, diced – 2 cups 2 cloves garlic finely chopped – 2 teaspoons Instructions Add the barbecue sauce, apple cider vinegar, chicken broth, brown sugar, mustard, Worcestershire, garlic, onion, pepper and chili powder into the slow cooker and mix them together. Add the pork roast and roll in the mixture to coat. Cover and cook on High until the roast shreds easily with a fork, 5 to 6 hours. Or on low 8-10 or so.\ Allow the pork to cool for a few minutes so it’s easier to handle While the pork is cooling, transfer the cooking liquids to a small saucepan. Remove excess fat from on top of sauce. Reduce over medium heat until it thickens and re-season as needed. Using two forks, pull pork into small shreds. Don’t let cool too much or it won’t shred as easily There is a fine line between allowing the pork to rest and pulling the pork. You want to give the pork roast 20-30 minutes to rest so the juices flow back into the meat. But waiting too long will make it more difficult to shred. Add the barbecue sauce to the pork and serve it topped with cole slaw and pickle chips on a toasted bun. ***** Full list of guests

Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Gary Zimak to share more thoughts from Scripture to address worry and anxiety. Other guests include canon lawyer Fr. Philip-Michael Tangorra, and Karlo Broussard from Catholic Answers. Plus news, weather, sports and more… ***** Prayer of St. Charles Borromeo Almighty God, you have generously made known to man the mysteries of your life through Jesus Christ your Son in the Holy Spirit. Enlighten my mind to know these mysteries which your Church treasures and teaches. Move my heart to love them and my will to live in accord with them. Give me the ability to teach this Faith to others without pride, without ostentation, and without personal gain. Let me realize that I am simply your instrument for bringing others to the knowledge of the wonderful things you have done for all your creatures. Help me to be faithful to this task that you have entrusted to me. Amen. ***** Gayle Somers is online at ascensionpress.com. Cincinnati Right to Life is online at cincinnatirighttolife.org.

Happy feast of Pope St. John Paul II! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Fr. Boniface Hicks to reflect on some thoughts from the late Holy Father on prayer. Other guests include Dr. Benjamin Lewis from ICEL to discuss the interesting progression of verb tenses from the prayers after Communion at Mass this week, and Kris McGregor to reflect on the Office of Readings. Plus news, weather, sports and a whole lot more… ***** Prayer of Pope St. John Paul II O God, You are our Creator . You are good and Your mercy knows no bounds . To You arises the praise of every creature. O God, You have given us an inner law by which we must live. To do Your will is our task . To follow Your ways is to know peace of heart. To You we offer our homage . Guide us on all the paths we travel upon this earth. Free us from all the evil tendencies which lead our hearts away from Your will . Never allow us to stray from You. O God, judge of all humanity, help us to be included among Your chosen ones on the last day. O God, Author of peace and justice, give us true joy and authentic love, and a lasting solidarity among peoples. Give us Your everlasting gifts. Amen. ***** Fr. Tad Pacholczyk is online at ncbcenter.org. Gayle Somers is online at ascensionpress.com. Karen Boyce, author of Sisters of the Last Straw Full list of guests

Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Fr. John Gavin to look at what St. Augustine, the author of The Confessions, had to say about Confession as a sacrament. Other guests include Teresa Tomeo from EWTN’s Catholic Connection, and Kevin Schmiesing with This Week in Catholic History. Plus all the latest news, weather, sports and a whole lot more.. ***** A Fatima Prayer to the Trinity Most Holy Trinity, Father, Son and Holy Spirit, I adore You profoundly, and I offer You the most precious Body, Blood, Soul and Divinity of Jesus Christ, present in all the tabernacles of the world, in reparation for the outrages, sacrileges and indifference with which He Himself is offended. And, through the infinite merits of His most Sacred Heart, and the Immaculate Heart of Mary, I beg of You the conversion of poor sinners. ***** Full list of guests

Happy feast of St. Luke the Evangelist! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Bishop James Conley from the Diocese of Lincoln to talk about a mental health novena he’s been encouraging people to pray. Other guests include Fr. Hezekias Carnazzo from the Institute of Catholic Culture and Fr. Jonathan Duncan from Bone Church Revival to preview the Sunday May readings. Plus news, weather, sports and more… ***** Canticle of Zechariah Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel; He has come to His people and set them free. He has raised up for us a mighty savior, born of the house of His servant David. Through His holy prophets He promised of old that He would save us from our enemies, from the hands of all who hate us. He promised to show mercy to our fathers and to remember His holy covenant. This was the oath He swore to our father Abraham: to set us free from the hands of our enemies, free to worship Him without fear, holy and righteous in His sight all the days of our life. You, my child, shall be called the prophet of the Most High, for you will go before the Lord to prepare His way, to give His people knowledge of salvation by the forgiveness of their sins. In the tender compassion of our God, the dawn on high shall break upon us, to shine on those who dwell in darkness and the shadow of death, and to guide our feet into the way of peace. ***** Bishop James Conley is online at lincolndiocese.org. Full list of guests

Happy feast of St. Ignatius of Antioch! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell talk to Dr. Kenneth Howell about the life and witness of one of the most influential of the early Church Fathers. Guests include Rita Heikenfeld to discuss beef on Bible Foods, Gary Michuta from Hands on Apologetics, and Courtney Brown from Ruah Woods. Plus news, weather, sports and a whole lot more… ***** Collect for St. Ignatius of Antioch Almighty ever-living God, who adorn the sacred body of your Church with the confessions of holy Martyrs, grant, we pray, that, just as the glorious passion of Saint Ignatius of Antioch, which we celebrate today, brought him eternal splendor, so it may be for us unending protection. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. ***** RECIPE FROM RITA: SLOW COOKER MONGOLIAN BEEF Ingredients 2 to 2-1/2 pounds flank steak 1/4 cup cornstarch 1 generous tablespoon minced garlic 1/4 teaspoon hot red chili flakes 1/2 to 3/4 cup brown sugar – I used dark brown 1/2 cup 1 generous tablespoon grated fresh ginger root 2 tablespoons olive oil 3/4 cup water 3/4 cup soy sauce or more to taste Cooked rice Green onions, sliced, for garnish Instructions Toss steak with cornstarch to coat evenly. In sprayed slow cooker, place garlic through soy sauce and mix well. Add steak, stir to coat, and cook on high 2-4 hours, until steak is cooked through. Mine was done in 2-1/2 hours. Serve over rice and top with onions. More recipes at abouteating.com. ***** Dr. Kenneth Howell, author of Ignatius of Antioch and Polycarp of Smyrna Full list of guests

Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell talk to Gary Zimak about what Jesus has to say to us about anxiety in a world of uncertainty. Other guests include canon lawyer Fr. Phillip-Michael Tangorra, and Karlo Broussard from Catholic Answers. Plus all the latest news, weather, sports and more… ***** A Prayer for Grace and Guidance O Lord God almighty, who has brought to us to the beginning of this day, defend us in the same by Your power; that we may not this day fall into any sin, but that all our thoughts, words, and works may be directed to the fulfillment of Your will. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Your Son, who lives and reigns with You in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, world without end. Amen. ***** Cincinnati Right to Life is online at cincinnatirighttolife.org. Full list of guests