Deacon Al Lundy talks with seminarian Jarod Raber about Emmaus Days, a series of retreats for boys and young men to encounter Christ through Scripture, prayer, Mass, and community activities led by seminarians.

The episode also reflects on the fifth Sunday of Easter readings, the meaning of priesthood and baptismal vocation, and how faith shapes daily life.

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Deacon Al Lundy reflects on the Fourth Sunday of Easter readings—Acts, Psalm 23, 1 Peter, and John—focusing on baptism, Christ as the Good Shepherd, and the humanity of King David.

He also critiques cinematic Bible portrayals, praises series like House of David and The Chosen for scriptural accuracy, and shares local Catholic news including Fulton Sheen’s beatification and Catholic Spirit Radio events.

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Bob Johnston and his wife Lynn reflect on the deep human need for "home," exploring how belonging, tradition, and faith shape personal and civic life.

Drawing on an essay about the split in modern conservatism, the episode examines tensions between universal moral principles and particular cultural loyalties, the Catholic longing for stability (including the Latin Mass), and the dangers of constant cultural self-criticism.

The hosts call for a balanced synthesis that honors both universal human dignity and rooted local identities as essential to a healthy society and Church.

Deacon Al leads Good News on Catholic Spirit Radio for teens and almost-teens, exploring how the Gospel applies to everyday life. In this episode he prepares listeners for Palm Sunday and Holy Week, reads the Passion according to Mark, and reflects on the depth of Christ’s sacrifice.

He also discusses leadership as service, shares insights from his confirmation students about the reality of crucifixion, and invites listeners to submit questions about faith and religion.

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Bob Johnston and his wife Lynn discuss the Insurrection Act and the constitutional authority of the U.S. presidency, tracing its roots from George Washington and the Whiskey/Shays rebellions through Lincoln, Little Rock, and modern enforcement actions.

They draw a parallel between the presidency’s decisive, tradition-rooted authority and the hierarchical tradition of the Catholic Church, addressing contemporary disputes over federal immigration enforcement and the “No Kings” movement.

The episode closes with a call to pray for the nation and support Catholic Spirit Radio, including upcoming Care a thon fundraising details.

Catholic Conversations on Catholic Spirit Radio with David Liptak features Fr. Leo Joseph, pastor-director of the Shrine of St. Joseph and national head of the Pious Union of St. Joseph, discussing the shrine’s history, mission, and outreach to the sick and dying.

Father Leo explains how to join the Pious Union, enroll Gregorian and other Masses, and offers seven practical bedside prayers and devotions to bring peace and spiritual presence at the end of life.

Deacon Al mixes personal stories—starting a GLP-1 weight-loss regimen, family moments, and ministry updates like OCIA candidates and a Cursillo retreat—with reflections on this weekend's Mass readings.

He focuses on John’s account of the man born blind as a Lenten reminder that Christ brings us from darkness into light and invites listeners to examine and deepen their faith.

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Bob and Lynn Johnston examine R.R. Reno’s article on Christian nationalism and a New Oxford Review piece diagnosing modern "progressive religion" as a neo-Gnostic force reshaping schools, media, and family life. They argue the Church must shift from Christendom mode to an apostolic approach to rebuild faith and resist cultural decline.

The episode covers media influence, education, declining marriage and civic virtue, and ends with a call to stand firm in Christian truth and renewed evangelization.