In this episode, Father Wolf takes listeners on a profound journey through the life and martyrdom of Blessed Stanley Rother as the 44th anniversary of his death approaches. The Oklahoma farm boy turned Guatemalan missionary exemplifies how ordi...

In this episode, Father Wolf shares memorable encounters from parish ministry, reflecting on how these experiences taught him valuable lessons about pastoral care. Following in the tradition of Bishop Francis Clement Kelly's "Tales from the Rec...

What does a pope actually do? Beyond the ceremonial trappings and media spotlight, how should we measure the effectiveness of the Church's supreme leader? In this episode, Father Wolf takes us on a thought-provoking journey into the heart of pa...

In this episode, Father Wolf explores how the Catholic Church is both universal and completely present in each local parish community, challenging us to reclaim our missionary identity for spiritual renewal and growth.• The Church isn't...

In this episode, Father Wolf explores the rich history and profound meaning behind the devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, explaining how this spiritual practice emerged during the Scientific Revolution as a counterbalance to an increasingly...

Imagine going to confession, only to discover that what you whisper through that screen might be reported to the authorities. That's the reality Catholic priests and penitents now face in Washington State, which recently passed legislation requ...

In this episode, Father Wolf examines fatherhood from both theological and cultural perspectives.The title "Father" for God has become controversial in contemporary religious discourse. Yet when Jesus exclusively addressed God as Father...

The feast of Pentecost deserves our renewed attention. While most Catholics readily celebrate Christmas and Easter with appropriate fervor, Pentecost—one of Christianity's most ancient celebrations with direct scriptural roots—often passes with...

In this episode, Father Wolf unpacks resurrection narratives to reveal a fascinating pattern: those who knew Jesus best consistently failed to recognize him after his resurrection. Whether on the Emmaus road or in the locked upper room, his fol...

In this episode, we explore the forgotten meaning of Memorial Day and our collective responsibility to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice. What began as "Decoration Day" to honor Civil War dead has transformed into something far less m...

The unexpected election of the first American Pope has sent shockwaves through the Catholic world, leaving many wondering what this historic shift means for the Church's future. In this episode, Father Wolf cuts through the political noise to o...

In this episode, Father Wolf unpacks the widely misunderstood doctrine of papal infallibility, explaining its actual meaning, historical context and importance in preserving Catholic teaching through generations.• Papal infallibility is...

In this episode, Father Don Wolf reflects on the nature of papal conclaves and how cardinals discern who will lead the Church forward, acknowledging both the human limitations and divine guidance in this process. He also shares his own humbling...

Pope Francis has died at age 88, following recent health challenges including respiratory infection complications made more difficult by his lifelong condition of having only one functioning lung. His papacy, which began when he was 76 years ol...

What if graves no longer held the final word on human existence? On this Easter Sunday episode, we explore the revolutionary promise at the heart of Christian faith—that Jesus's resurrection fundamentally transforms our understanding of life, d...

In this episode, Father Wolf explores the dramatic shift from "Hosanna" to "Crucify him" during Holy Week, revealing how crowds are moved by deep passions and often project their expectations onto spiritual realities.When Jesus simply di...

The Jubilee Year stands as a powerful invitation to renewal, drawing us into the heart of God's extraordinary mercy. Father Don Wolfe unravels the rich tapestry of this sacred time, explaining how this celebration extends from Christmas 2023 th...

In this episode, we explore how Lent prepares us to fully encounter the proclamation of Easter Sunday and the risen Christ. The 40 days of Lent tune our spiritual ears to hear what we might otherwise miss.• The resurrection accounts in ...

At the heart of this episode is the Gospel story of the paralyzed man, whose friends lowered him through a roof to reach Jesus. Christ's first words—"Your sins are forgiven"—reveal a profound connection between physical brokenness and spiritual...

As the White House moves to make IVF more accessible and affordable, Catholics find themselves at a crossroads between compassion for those struggling with infertility and fidelity to Church teaching on human reproduction.Join as Father...

Father Don Wolfe examines the troubling implications of Britain's recent legalization of assisted suicide, exploring how practices intended for "dignity in dying" inevitably expand beyond their original scope and transform healthcare from prese...

A time for deep reflection and personal change invites listeners to explore the true meaning of the 40 days of Lent. We delve into the necessity for meaningful disciplines that cultivate growth and deepen faith and connection. In...

This episode delves into the intriguing intersection of faith and the supernatural, exploring personal anecdotes and cultural narratives surrounding ghost encounters. Father Wolf discusses the essence of fear associated with ghosts, the scriptu...

This episode dives into the significance of the Eucharist and our ongoing encounter with Christ, exploring how the bishops aim to reignite this awareness among Catholic believers. Through examining resurrection narratives and the role of women ...

What if the key to understanding your faith lies in the ancient stories and traditions that have been guiding believers for centuries? Discover how the dramatic conversion of St. Paul can serve as a blueprint for our own spiritual transformatio...