Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome pastoral counselor Kevin Prendergast to discuss the spiritual challenges that can sometimes accompany retirement. Other guests include Rita Heikenfeld to discuss vines and branches in the Bible, and Gary Michuta to share more Old Testament prophecies about Jesus. Plus news, weather, sports, and more…

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Hildegard of Bingen’s Holy Spirit Prayer

Holy Spirit,
Comforting fire,
Life of all creation.
Anointing the sick,
cleansing body and soul,
Fill this body!

Holy Spirit,
Sacred breath, Fire of love,
Sweetest taste, Beautiful aroma,
Fill this heart!

Holy Spirit,
Filling the world,
from the heights to the deep,
Raining from clouds, filling rivers and sea,
Fill this mind!

Holy Spirit,
Bringing light into dark places,
igniting praise,
Greatest gift, our Hope and Encourager,
Holy Spirit of Christ,
I praise you!

Amen.

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RECIPES FROM RITA: HOMEMADE SPAGHETTI SAUCE

• Ingredients
• 1½-2 pounds fresh ripe tomatoes
• 1 nice clove garlic
• ¼ cup  olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Handful fresh basil leaves, torn into small pieces or sliced into ribbons
• Optional but real good: Parmesan, fresh mozzarella, feta or burrata cheese 

      Instructions

• Slice the tomatoes into small chunks. If you’re using cherry/grape tomatoes, slice in halfor quarters Put the tomatoes in a large bowl.
• Grate the garlic clove over the tomatoes or chop fine. 
• Pour the olive oil over the tomatoes and sprinkle with the salt. Stir to combine – I like to smoosh the tomatoes down a bit to release some juice,  and then add the basil. Add pepper if you like. Red pepper flakes are good! 
• Add hot cooked pasta to the bowl and toss, then stir in cheese.

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