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Candid Catholic Convos

por Diocese of Harrisburg

Cristianismo Religión

Returning to the Table: Beyond the National Eucharistic Congress

Today we’re joined by the newly ordained Father Andrew St. Denis. Father St. Denis attended St. Charles Borromeo Seminary in Philadelphia for his formation, graduated from Lancaster Catholic High school and later Bloomsburg University with a degree in business administration and finance. He currently serves as the pastoral vicar at St. Joseph Parish in York and Chaplain at York Catholic middle and high school and was blessed to attend the Eucharistic congress in person shortly before his ordination. Scripture Reading: John 6:35 Saint Spotlight: St. Manuel Gonzalez Garcia

Returning to the Table: A Journey Back to the Church

Today on our show, we’re chatting with Dr. John Rossi about his reversion experience, what second chances mean in the eyes of God, and why we shouldn’t be afraid to come home even if we’ve spent a long time away. Scripture Verse: 1 John 1:9 Saint Spotlight: St. Thomas Aquinas

Returning to the Table - Why the Eucharist Still Matters

Today we’re joined by Deacon Scott Root. Deacon Root is a permanent deacon in our Diocese who holds a masters in Pastoral Studies in the Diaconate Formation Program from Pontifical College Josephium, a Catechist certification from Franciscan university of Steubenville, a master Catechist Certification from our Diocese, and he’s the senior theology teacher at Trinity High School. He’s also a husband, father and regular guest on our podcast over the last several months helping us get Back-to-Basics with our faith. Scripture Verse: Luke 22:19 Saint Spotlight: Carlo Acutis

Childlike Wonder

Today we're welcoming some very special guests to help put the Christmas season into perspective for us. SCRIPTURE: Matthew 2:13-15 SAINT SPOTLIGHT: The Holy Innocents

Looking Forward into 2026

Bishop Senior and Michael Parks are back to talk about all the events and initiatives we can look forward to in 2026 at the Diocese of Harrisburg.

School of Faith: Keeping Catholic Education Alive - feat. Fr. Matt Cannon

In the spirit of the upcoming school year that will be here before we know it, today Father Matt Cannon, pastor at St. Paul the Apostle church in Annville, joins us to discuss the unique and sacrificial opportunity presented to us in Catholic Education, how to be adaptable in our faith throughout the changing seasons, and how we can strengthen the domestic church at home all year long.

Light in the Darkness: Prison Ministry and Redemption - feat. Fr. Morelli

Visiting the imprisoned is one of the seven Corporal Works of Mercy, given to us by Jesus in Matthew 25:31-37. In this teaching, Jesus calls us to consider how we would treat others if they were Him in disguise. “I was in prison and you visited me.” Today, we're chatting with Father Matthew Morelli, pastor at St. Anthony of Padua Parish and chaplain at Lancaster County prison to talk about this unique form of evangelization and the shared humanity we have as sinners.

Mary Magdelene: Apostle of Hope - feat. Sr. Geralyn Schmidt, SCC

Mary Magdalene is the most famous woman in Christianity, second only to Jesus' mother; she's also the most hotly contested figure in the New Testament. Mary Magdalene, the patron saint of outcasts, embodies uncertainty and has captivated Christians for centuries. But why? Today, we sit down with Sr. Geralyn Schmidt of the Sisters of Christian Charity to unpack some of the misconceptions of this mysterious saint, her theological importance and her impact on the role of women in the Catholic Church.

Serving God and Country - feat. Father William Barbee

Our service members are asked to do and see things that many of us civilians can't even fathom. I will never know the full extent of what my husband saw or did overseas, but I do know that it rocked his faith. So how can we minister to those who are called to sacrifice for the rest of us, who come home with injuries that are sometimes invisible, who no longer see the intersection of faith and patriotism? Today I have the honor of speaking with Father William Barbee, pastor at both St. Joseph and Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Berwick as well as a former army chaplain who served in Germany, Korea, Texas, South Carolina and eventually the Carlisle Barracks. His vast experiences and incredible journey has led him to creating a rich community steeped in the Catholic Faith and military service devotion.

Finding God in Nature - feat. Chris Wood

Nature has always been a tool for healing, but we can also use it as a tool to get closer to God. Avid hiker, outdoor aficionado and spiritual director Chris Wood joins me today to chat about all they ways we can experience and appreciate God’s presence in nature with just a few simple shifts.

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