Pat reflects on a week-long Catholic pilgrimage across Illinois with two dear high school friends, a recurring trip she calls "God and Greens". Throughout their visits to sacred shrines, Fulton Sheen's tomb, and even a casual movie night watching The Sheep Detective, a central theme continually emerges around the image of the Good Shepherd. She shares how these unexpected synchronicities revealed that God was quietly guiding their journey every step of the way.

Dr. Greg Popcak joins to discuss his free ebook, A Catholic Guide to Postpartum Depression, which addresses the psychological, medical, relational, and spiritual struggles facing new mothers. He highlights how up to one in five women experience postpartum depression or anxiety, often compounding their burnout with guilt over not feeling like a "good enough" Christian. By offering a healthy, holistic perspective on mutual self-giving and practical support systems, the guide aims to give struggling mothers and their families a compassionate roadmap toward full recovery. https://catholiccounselors.com/ppd/ https://www.catholichom.com/

Monsignor Michael Billian shares a rich, restaurant-quality Chicken Marsala recipe in honor of the feast day of Saint Joseph of Cupertino. He guides us step-by-step through pounding, searing, and simmering tender cutlets in a silky, reduced wine and mushroom sauce. Learn how to elevate your dinner table and lift your spirits with this comforting, flavorful dish. https://www.annunciationradio.com/meals-with-monsignor/chicken-marsala-with-oregano-mushrooms

Drew Blazsik dives into a recent Penn State study revealing the surprising negative economic and financial impacts data centers have on local communities. The discussion contrasts these findings with Catholic social teaching, raising ethical questions about the rapid growth of artificial intelligence and the lack of industry regulation. Finally, Drew tackles the dark side of prediction markets and nationwide sports gambling, warning against its predatory nature in a struggling economy. @drewblazsik https://www.logosandmarkets.com/

Debbie Georgianni gets real with us about a Catholic priest’s profound, emotional reaction during the consecration at a Minnesota school Mass has captivated viewers and sparked widespread discussion. While clarifying that the experience was not a Eucharistic miracle, the priest shared a moving statement describing a deep sensory realization of Christ’s presence and the immense weight of God’s power at the altar. Debby discuss how this unmerited gift offers a timely spiritual wake-up call as the feast day of Padre Pio approaches.

Pat Oedy-Murray welcomes back Catholic writer and speaker Joanie Watson discussing her book, Coached by Catherine of Siena: Lessons in Charity, exploring St. Catherine’s profound devotion to the sacraments. She shares practical insights on how laypeople can center their lives around daily Mass and frequent confession, highlighting miraculous stories from the saint's life. Joan also offers concrete advice for overcoming spiritual routine to re-ignite a passionate desire for Holy Communion. https://scepterpublishers.org/products/coached-by-catherine-of-siena-lessons-in-charity?variant=46753645723825 https://integratedcatholiclife.org/