Brooke Taylor and Kelly Mantoan

Religious Ed for Kids with Special Needs

Adapted religious ed

USCCB Document

Sons with autism

Adults with disabilities

Adoption

Parish embraced my child with autism

Hour 3 for 11/20/24

Drew welcomed Brooke Taylor and Kelly Mantoan to discuss pastoral care for kids with special needs (5:19). Topics included: religious ed (14:57) for kids with special needs (22:59), USCCB document (27:48), children with autism (29:54), adults with disabilities (33:34), adoption (38:45), parish embraced my child with autism (44:24). 

Hour 3 for 11/20/24
Drew welcomed Brooke Taylor and Kelly Mantoan to discuss pastoral care for kids with special needs (5:19). Topics included: religious ed (14:57) for kids with special needs (22:59), USCCB document (27:48), children with autism (29:54), adults with disabilities (33:34), adoption (38:45), parish embraced my child with autism (44:24).

The Drew Mariani Show™ tackles the hottest news and issues of the day through the lens of our Catholic Faith. Host Drew Mariani keeps listeners up-to-date with news from the Church and around the world, and prays the Chaplet of Divine Mercy LIVE every weekday

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Pastoral Care for Kids with Special Needs

Chaplet of Divine Mercy

Msgr. Bransfield - Mass for the Dead

Dream of my mom

Avoiding purgatory

State of Grace

Gregorian Masses

Hour 2 for 11/20/24

Drew prayed the Chaplet of Divine Mercy with Brooke Taylor (:17). Then, Monsignor J. Brian Bransfield discussed the importance of Masses for the Holy Souls in Purgatory (27:04), avoiding purgatory (42:11), the state of grace (45:29), and Gregorian Masses (47:30). 

Links: 

Msgr.'s Book: https://a.co/d/favur8G

Hour 2 for 11/20/24
Drew prayed the Chaplet of Divine Mercy with Brooke Taylor (:17). Then, Monsignor J. Brian Bransfield discussed the importance of Masses for the Holy Souls in Purgatory (27:04), avoiding purgatory (42:11), the state of grace (45:29), and Gregorian Masses (47:30). 
Links: 
Msgr.'s Book: https://a.co/d/favur8G

Chaplet of Divine Mercy and Mass for Holy Souls in Purgatory

Dr. Daniel Kempton - Russia's Nuclear Threats

Preparing for War

Our fault? 

Ed Claney - Aid to Church in Need

Hour 1 for 11/20/24

Dr. Daniel Kempton from Franciscan University of Steubenville broke down the threat of Russian nuclear war (16:59), preparing for war (23:16), and if this is the fault of the US (27:50). Then, Ed Clancy from Aid to the Church in Need discussed the global persecution of Christians (35:13). 

Hour 1 for 11/20/24
Dr. Daniel Kempton from Franciscan University of Steubenville broke down the threat of Russian nuclear war (16:59), preparing for war (23:16), and if this is the fault of the US (27:50). Then, Ed Clancy from Aid to the Church in Need discussed the global persecution of Christians (35:13).

Russian Nuclear War Threats 

On this episode of The Drew Mariani Show, Drew sat down with Supreme Knight Patrick Kelly to talk about the Knights of Columbus' mission to help men grow in faith and virtue: Honestly, it’s a pep talk every Catholic guy needs. Be sure to catch the entire hour!



Why This Matters Now



Drew kicked things off by calling out what we’re all seeing: a crisis in fatherhood and male leadership.  Men are checking out of their roles at home, in church, and in society, and it’s leaving a wake of broken families and lost faith. The Knights of Columbus, however, are stepping into the gap with a game plan to form men into leaders who reflect Christ and St. Joseph. 



Who Are the Knights of Columbus?



Founded in 1882 by Blessed Michael McGivney (he’s on the path to sainthood!).



-World’s largest Catholic fraternal service organization with 2 million members.



Built on four pillars: Charity, Unity, Fraternity, and Patriotism. 



Known for their insane charitable work: $190 million donated and 47 million volunteer hours logged just last year. 



Patrick Kelly, the 14th Supreme Knight, laid it out: The Knights’ mission is to help men become better husbands, fathers, and citizens while building a culture of faith.



The Cor Initiative: Faith Formation for Men



Here’s the real game-changer: the COR Initiative (Latin for "heart").  It’s all about forming small groups of men in parishes for:


Prayer


Faith formation


Fraternity



You don’t even have to be a Knight to join (but you’ll probably want to after). With 3,000 councils already running this program, and thousands more on deck, it’s catching fire. 



Patrick explained: Men need connection. The epidemic of loneliness isn’t just hitting the elderly; it’s everywhere. Programs like this give men a chance to step away from isolation and into authentic brotherhood. 



Why Dads Matter



Patrick and Drew reminded us: The father’s faith life is the #1 factor in whether kids stay Catholic into adulthood.  A mom’s role is huge, but if Dad’s not living his faith, kids notice. There’s power in seeing Dad pray, serve, and lead with humility. This initiative equips men with the tools to step into that role.



Knights in Action



You'll hear about the Knights’ jaw-dropping impact:


Over 1 million coats donated to kids in need through their Coats for Kids program. 


Support for persecuted Christians in the Middle East and Nigeria. 


Defending religious freedom globally and at home. (FYI: They helped add “under God” to the Pledge of Allegiance.)



The local councils are the secret to success, which empower men at the grassroots level to serve their parishes and communities.

How to Join



Patrick’s invite was simple: If you want a life of meaning, step up and join the Knights. Visit KofC.org/Relevant to find out more. Whether it’s faith, service, or authentic friendship you’re looking for, the Knights are ready to welcome you.



A Final Thought



The Knights of Columbus have stood strong for 142 years because they’re rooted in Christ and mission focused. As Patrick said, “Men want a life that matters.” The Knights are helping them find it and shaping the future of the Church and the world in the process.



If you’re a guy looking for purpose, meaning, and the chance to make an impact, the Knights of Columbus are where it’s at.



Catch more topics on the Knights of Columbus below!



Hour 2



Hour 3 

On this episode of The Drew Mariani Show, Drew sat down with <a href="https://www.kofc.org/en/who-we-are/our-supreme-officers/supreme-knight.html">Supreme Knight Patrick Kelly</a> to talk about the<a href="https://www.kofc.org/en/index.html"> Knights of Columbus'</a> mission to help men grow in faith and virtue: Honestly, it’s a pep talk every Catholic guy needs. Be sure to catch the <a href="https://relevantradio.com/2024/11/helping-men-grow-in-faith-with-supreme-knight-patrick-e-kelly/">entire hour</a>!
 
Why This Matters Now
 
Drew kicked things off by calling out what we’re all seeing: a crisis in fatherhood and male leadership.  Men are checking out of their roles at home, in church, and in society, and it’s leaving a wake of broken families and lost faith. The Knights of Columbus, however, are stepping into the gap with a game plan to form men into leaders who reflect Christ and St. Joseph. 
 
<hr>
<a href="https://www.kofc.org/en/index.html">Who Are the Knights of Columbus?</a>
 
Founded in 1882 by Blessed Michael McGivney (he’s on the path to sainthood!).
 
-World’s largest Catholic fraternal service organization with 2 million members.
 
Built on four pillars: Charity, Unity, Fraternity, and Patriotism. 
 
Known for their insane charitable work: $190 million donated and 47 million volunteer hours logged just last year. 
 
Patrick Kelly, the 14th Supreme Knight, laid it out: The Knights’ mission is to help men become better husbands, fathers, and citizens while building a culture of faith.
 
<hr>
<a href="https://www.kofc.org/en/who-we-are/our-faith/cor.html">The Cor Initiative</a>: Faith Formation for Men
 
Here’s the real game-changer: the <a href="https://www.kofc.org/en/who-we-are/our-faith/cor.html">COR Initiative</a> (Latin for "heart").  It’s all about forming small groups of men in parishes for:
 
<ul>
<li>Prayer</li>
</ul>
 
<ul>
<li>Faith formation</li>
</ul>
 
<ul>
<li>Fraternity</li>
</ul>
 
You don’t even have to be a Knight to join (but you’ll probably want to after). With 3,000 councils already running this program, and thousands more on deck, it’s catching fire. 
 
Patrick explained: Men need connection. The epidemic of loneliness isn’t just hitting the elderly; it’s everywhere. Programs like this give men a chance to step away from isolation and into authentic brotherhood. 
 
<hr>
Why Dads Matter
 
Patrick and Drew reminded us: The father’s faith life is the #1 factor in whether kids stay Catholic into adulthood.  A mom’s role is huge, but if Dad’s not living his faith, kids notice. There’s power in seeing Dad pray, serve, and lead with humility. This initiative equips men with the tools to step into that role.
 
<hr>
Knights in Action
 
You'll hear about the Knights’ jaw-dropping impact:
 
<ul>
<li>Over 1 million coats donated to kids in need through their <a href="https://www.kofc.org/en/what-we-do/charity/coats-for-kids/index.html">Coats for Kids</a> program. </li>
</ul>
 
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.kofc.org/en/news-room/columbia/2018/september/lifeline-for-persecuted-christians.html">Support for persecuted Christians</a> in the Middle East and Nigeria. </li>
</ul>
 
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.kofc.org/en/news-room/knightline/special-edition/week-of-june-29/8-ways-kofc-defended-religious-freedom.html">Defending religious freedom</a> globally and at home. (FYI: They helped add “under God” to the Pledge of Allegiance.)</li>
</ul>
 
The local councils are the secret to success, which empower men at the grassroots level to serve their parishes and communities.
<hr>
How to Join
 
Patrick’s invite was simple: If you want a life of meaning, step up and join the Knights. Visit <a href="https://www.kofc.org/un/en/campaigns/relevant.html">KofC.org/Relevant</a> to find out more. Whether it’s faith, service, or authentic friendship you’re looking for, the Knights are ready to welcome you.
 
<hr>
A Final Thought
 
The Knights of Columbus have stood strong for 142 years because they’re rooted in Christ and mission focused. As Patrick said, “Men want a life that matters.” The Knights are helping them find it and shaping the future of the Church and the world in the process.
 
<hr>
If you’re a guy looking for purpose, meaning, and the chance to make an impact, the Knights of Columbus are where it’s at.
 
Catch more topics on the Knights of Columbus below!
 
<a href="https://relevantradio.com/2024/11/chaplet-of-divine-mercy-and-bl-michael-mcgivney/">Hour 2</a>
 
<a href="https://relevantradio.com/2024/11/ethical-investing-with-knights-of-columbus/">Hour 3 </a>

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