The Assumption of Mary

Our own death

Assumption is an invitation for us

Dogma

My Daughter's Passing

Preparing for our own death

What we can draw from Mary

Fr. Allen Hoffa joins Deacon Patrick Conley to discuss the Assumption of Mary and our own death (3:21). Topics/Calls: how the Assumption is an invitation for us (20:56), dogma and Catholic teaching (24:54), my daughter's passing & Mary's presence (31:50), preparing for our own death (40:03), and what we can draw from Mary (46:53). 

Fr. Allen Hoffa joins Deacon Patrick Conley to discuss the Assumption of Mary and our own death (3:21). Topics/Calls: how the Assumption is an invitation for us (20:56), dogma and Catholic teaching (24:54), my daughter's passing &amp; Mary's presence (31:50), preparing for our own death (40:03), and what we can draw from Mary (46:53).&nbsp;

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The Inner Life® with Patrick Conley is one-on-one Spiritual Direction on the radio. Every day, a Catholic priest or religious sister joins listeners to offer spiritual advice and guidance designed to assist you along your faith journey, speaking about a variety of topics to help you overcome sin, grow in virtue, and strengthen your faith.

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The Assumption of Mary and Remembering Our Death - August 13, 2026

Msgr. Robert Dempsey on St. Joseph

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Kristin - I say the litany of St. Joseph every

Elizabeth - I have a son and daughter I am pra

On today’s show, Msgr. Robert Dempsey joins to reflect on the life of St. Joseph

 
Kristin - I say the litany of St. Joseph every night. We had an incident where our son had pneumonia when he was 16 and had to take him to the hospital. I found my "Memorare to St Joseph" card and prayed it. I truly believe that he interceded for my son.

 
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Elizabeth - I have a son and daughter. I pray always that my son will be a St. Joseph and that my daughter will be sent to St. Joseph.

On today&rsquo;s show, Msgr. Robert Dempsey joins to reflect on the life of St. Joseph
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<li>Kristin - I say the litany of St. Joseph every night. We had an incident where our son had pneumonia when he was 16 and had to take him to the hospital. I found my "Memorare to St Joseph" card and prayed it. I truly believe that he interceded for my son.</li>
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<li>Elizabeth - I have a son and daughter. I pray always that my son will be a St. Joseph and that my daughter will be sent to St. Joseph.</li>
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St. Joseph - August 19, 2026

Fr. Peter Armenio comes on to discuss Poverty 

Wade - What does poor in spirit mean?

Detachment from wealth and possessions

On today’s show, Fr. Peter Armenio guides us in understanding poverty in spirit.

 
Wade - What does poor in spirit mean? Does it mean that I am lacking in faith?

 
Fr. Peter discusses detachment from wealth and possessions.

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<li>On today&rsquo;s show, Fr. Peter Armenio guides us in understanding poverty in spirit.</li>
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<li>Wade - What does poor in spirit mean? Does it mean that I am lacking in faith?</li>
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<li>Fr. Peter discusses detachment from wealth and possessions.</li>
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What Are Sacramentals? - August 18, 2026

On todayâs show, Fr. Joseph Illo joins to di

What Is the difference between sacraments and 

Nick - How important it is to have a crucifix.

Pat - Sacramentals...wedding rings are sacrame

What is the Miraculous Medal?

Janice - A few things I would consider a sacra

On today's show, Fr. Joseph Illo joins to inform us on what sacramentals are.
What is the difference between the 7 sacraments and sacramentals?

 
Nick - How important is it to carry a Crucifix?

 
Pat - Wedding rings are sacramentals too!

 
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What is the Miraculous Medal?

 
Pat - Janice: A few things I would consider a sacramental. Angel coin, a couple of images of Jesus I would consider a sacramental. 

 

On today's show, Fr. Joseph Illo joins to inform us on what sacramentals are.
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<li>What is the difference between the 7 sacraments and sacramentals?</li>
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<li>Nick - How important is it to carry a Crucifix?</li>
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<li>Pat - Wedding rings are sacramentals too!</li>
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<li>Break 1</li>
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<li>What is the Miraculous Medal?</li>
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<li>Pat - Janice: A few things I would consider a sacramental. Angel coin, a couple of images of Jesus I would consider a sacramental.&nbsp;</li>
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The Assumption of Mary and Remembering Our Death - August 13, 2026

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