North Africa. 370 A.D. The Roman city of Thagaste is home to a remarkable but restless sixteen-year-old boy. Torn between his intense desires and his brilliant mind, he has become a slave to his passions. His mother prays for his conversion, but can making bad choices and getting into trouble ever be a pathway to God? This is the story of St. Augustine.



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North Africa. 370 A.D. The Roman city of Thagaste is home to a remarkable but restless sixteen-year-old boy. Torn between his intense desires and his brilliant mind, he has become a slave to his passions. His mother prays for his conversion, but can making bad choices and getting into trouble ever be a pathway to God? This is the story of St. Augustine.
 
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St. Augustine Episode One (The Saints: Adventures in Faith and Courage)

Fr. Rocky loves telling you about his favorite saints; see if you can figure out which ones they are based off of some of their notable lines! 

Fr. Rocky loves telling you about his favorite saints; see if you can figure out which ones they are based off of some of their notable lines!

Guess Fr. Rocky's Favorite Saints! (The Drew Mariani Show/Great Stories About Great Saints)

Meet Alex from Austin: a guy who’s been through the wringer and found his way out with faith as his lifeline. Here’s how he took on addiction, found strength in God, and is now living a life he never thought possible.



Alex’s Journey: Raw, Real, and Inspiring  📖  



Alex’s journey started with a big shift: he gave up FM radio for Relevant Radio and cracked open the Bible: no small thing for someone new to the faith! He’s working through the Old Testament right now, taking in every word.



10 Years on Heroin



For a decade, heroin had a grip on Alex, but he's been clean for seven years now. It’s been a long road, but he’s fought for every step, reminding us how powerful the will to live can be.



Breaking Free from Porn



Even tougher for Alex was breaking his porn addiction, something that had been with him since his teenage years. It’s been 146 days of freedom for him, and he’s feeling stronger every day.



Turning Points & Wake-Up Calls 



Lifestyle Reboot: One big thing Alex learned? You’ve got to completely change your life to break free from drugs. No half-measures here.



God as a Refuge: At first, Alex felt light-years away from God. But slowly, he realized his story isn’t so different from the prodigal son’s: finding his way home after years lost.



Family Support: Alex’s wife has been there every step of the way, cheering him on. Being a dad? It’s added new meaning and joy to his life.



Porn: A Warning: Alex doesn’t sugarcoat it: porn is as dangerous as any mind-altering drug. His message? It wrecks you from the inside out.



The 12-Step Path: Through Sex Addicts Anonymous, Alex found a 12-step program that helped him rebuild from the ground up. For him, it’s been a game-changer.



Reclaiming Faith 🙏



Back to His Catholic Roots: Raised Catholic, Alex drifted as a teen, but now, he’s rediscovering his faith and finding new strength in it.



Letting God Take the Wheel: One of the biggest shifts for Alex has been learning to let go and let God. It’s not easy, but he says surrendering control has brought a peace he never expected.



Relevant Radio’s Role: Through God's grace, Alex stumbled on Relevant Radio while trying to block out other noise, and he credits it as a major influence in his spiritual comeback.



(P.S. Some of his story may not be great for little ears.)



Alex’s story shows us that no matter how deep the struggle, faith and community can pull us out. 👏 Here's to him, and anyone fighting their own battles, finding the courage to keep going. We are always praying for you!

Meet Alex from Austin: a guy who’s been through the wringer and found his way out with faith as his lifeline. Here’s how he took on addiction, found strength in God, and is now living a life he never thought possible.
 
Alex’s Journey: Raw, Real, and Inspiring  📖  
 
Alex’s journey started with a big shift: he gave up FM radio for Relevant Radio and cracked open the Bible: no small thing for someone new to the faith! He’s working through the Old Testament right now, taking in every word.
 
10 Years on Heroin
 
For a decade, heroin had a grip on Alex, but he's been clean for seven years now. It’s been a long road, but he’s fought for every step, reminding us how powerful the will to live can be.
 
Breaking Free from Porn
 
Even tougher for Alex was breaking his porn addiction, something that had been with him since his teenage years. It’s been 146 days of freedom for him, and he’s feeling stronger every day.
 
Turning Points &amp; Wake-Up Calls 
 
Lifestyle Reboot: One big thing Alex learned? You’ve got to completely change your life to break free from drugs. No half-measures here.
 
God as a Refuge: At first, Alex felt light-years away from God. But slowly, he realized his story isn’t so different from the prodigal son’s: finding his way home after years lost.
 
Family Support: Alex’s wife has been there every step of the way, cheering him on. Being a dad? It’s added new meaning and joy to his life.
 
Porn: A Warning: Alex doesn’t sugarcoat it: porn is as dangerous as any mind-altering drug. His message? It wrecks you from the inside out.
 
The 12-Step Path: Through Sex Addicts Anonymous, Alex found a 12-step program that helped him rebuild from the ground up. For him, it’s been a game-changer.
 
Reclaiming Faith 🙏
 
Back to His Catholic Roots: Raised Catholic, Alex drifted as a teen, but now, he’s rediscovering his faith and finding new strength in it.
 
Letting God Take the Wheel: One of the biggest shifts for Alex has been learning to let go and let God. It’s not easy, but he says surrendering control has brought a peace he never expected.
 
Relevant Radio’s Role: Through God's grace, Alex stumbled on Relevant Radio while trying to block out other noise, and he credits it as a major influence in his spiritual comeback.
 
(P.S. Some of his story may not be great for little ears.)
 
Alex’s story shows us that no matter how deep the struggle, faith and community can pull us out. 👏 Here's to him, and anyone fighting their own battles, finding the courage to keep going. We are always praying for you!

Relevant Radio Helps Alex with His Sobriety (The Patrick Madrid Show)

(This conversation may not be suitable for sensitive ears.)



Patrick Madrid shares the incredible story of St. Mary of Egypt, a true legend of repentance who went from wild living to desert ascetic. Born in 4th-century Egypt, Mary lived a scandalous life in Alexandria, where she embraced a lifestyle of, let’s just say, “no moral boundaries.” By her own choice: not out of financial need, she became known for her promiscuity.



Here’s where it gets interesting: at nearly 30, she joined a pilgrimage to Jerusalem, not for prayer, but to meet people she was attracted to. 😬 Once there, she tried to enter the Church of the Holy Sepulcher, and BAM: an invisible force blocked her. Imagine the confusion! She realized God was stopping her because of her sinful life. Overcome with shame, she prayed fervently before an icon of the Blessed Virgin Mary and promised to change her ways if allowed entry. When she tried again, the way opened, and she was overwhelmed with grace, repentance, and a new purpose.



She then went into the desert for 47 years (!), surviving mostly on wild plants and facing intense battles with her past temptations. Her sins haunted her in memories and desires, but by God’s grace, she fought them and endured. Near the end of her life, a monk named St. Zosimas encountered her in the desert. She shared her story and asked him to bring her Communion. The next year, she received the Eucharist: and shortly after, she died peacefully, with a message of her love for God scrawled in the sand. 



Today, St. Mary of Egypt is a model for anyone who thinks they’ve gone too far to be forgiven. Her life shows God’s relentless mercy, proving that no sin is beyond redemption. So, if you’re ever feeling unworthy, ask St. Mary of Egypt for intercession! 🙏





The best way to listen to the Best of the Week is on our #1 Free Catholic App. It’s free, and always will be! To get and share the Relevant Radio app, check it out here.

(This conversation may not be suitable for sensitive ears.)
 Patrick Madrid shares the incredible story of St. Mary of Egypt, a true legend of repentance who went from wild living to desert ascetic. Born in 4th-century Egypt, Mary lived a scandalous life in Alexandria, where she embraced a lifestyle of, let’s just say, “no moral boundaries.” By her own choice: not out of financial need, she became known for her promiscuity.
 
Here’s where it gets interesting: at nearly 30, she joined a pilgrimage to Jerusalem, not for prayer, but to meet people she was attracted to. 😬 Once there, she tried to enter the Church of the Holy Sepulcher, and BAM: an invisible force blocked her. Imagine the confusion! She realized God was stopping her because of her sinful life. Overcome with shame, she prayed fervently before an icon of the Blessed Virgin Mary and promised to change her ways if allowed entry. When she tried again, the way opened, and she was overwhelmed with grace, repentance, and a new purpose.
 
She then went into the desert for 47 years (!), surviving mostly on wild plants and facing intense battles with her past temptations. Her sins haunted her in memories and desires, but by God’s grace, she fought them and endured. Near the end of her life, a monk named St. Zosimas encountered her in the desert. She shared her story and asked him to bring her Communion. The next year, she received the Eucharist: and shortly after, she died peacefully, with a message of her love for God scrawled in the sand. 
 
Today, St. Mary of Egypt is a model for anyone who thinks they’ve gone too far to be forgiven. Her life shows God’s relentless mercy, proving that no sin is beyond redemption. So, if you’re ever feeling unworthy, ask St. Mary of Egypt for intercession! 🙏
 
 
The best way to listen to the Best of the Week is on our #1 Free Catholic App. It’s free, and always will be! To get and share the Relevant Radio app, check it out <a href="https://relevantradio.com/listen/get-the-app/">here</a>.

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