The reception of Holy Communion is one of the most sacred and sublime moments in our lives as Catholic Christians. Most of us will be so blessed hundreds – if not thousands – of times during our lives. What do you do immediately after accepting Jesus Christ – body, blood, soul and divinity – into your own body and soul? Do you have a set of prayers that you pray? Do you spend some time in quiet thanksgiving? Are you praying that God will grant equal graces to someone you know who is in need of them? Be thinking and praying about this over the weekend, and call with your inspiring take on Monday’s program.

The Catholic Church has since her founding by Jesus Christ led the way in serving others and building up the faith of her members. Over the centuries, countless lay organizations have arisen to fill a variety of important needs. From The Knights of Columbus to The Legion of Mary, from The Society of St. Vincent de Paul to The Cursillo Movement, and many, many others. Each has its own distinct charism, one that draws people who share their passion and vision. What lay organizations have you been involved in over the course of your lifetime? What inspired you to participate in those organizations? How have you been blessed in the process of helping others? Let’s end the week with a lively conversation about some of these important organizations.

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On Wednesday, we invited the ladies to call and share what they believe is the key to a woman’s heart. We also asked the gentlemen to call with their own take on that subject. Thursday, we’ll turn it around and ask the men to call and share what taking the lead in their faith and family lives looks like to them, and ask the ladies to share how they feel that should play out as well. We look forward to your calls at 833-288-EWTN!

Hear from Christian women what really makes them feel at peace, happy and secure.  We are asking the women to call in and share what wins them over.  We are also asking the men to share what they have come to realize about women and their hearts.  1-833-288-3986.

This is our very active monthly prayer show.  So please, if you have something you would like us to pray for, then share it by calling in. (1-833-288-3986) You can also leave your requests/intentions via text, email or the comment section of Facebook/YouTube.  We lift up everyone’s intentions at the close of the show with a special prayer.

Wow, what a response to this topic on Thursday. So much so, that you seem to want a part two on Friday. So, that’s what we have planned. If you missed Thursday’s show, it’s archived here on the website below. Give it a listen, and we welcome your take or insight on Friday.

In the old days, families would take their aging parents in to live with them.  This is not the case today.  In fact, assisted living centers are literally popping up all over the country.  It is a need but it is also a huge money maker.  Let’s face it, no one will care for your aging mom or dad like you can.  But work, family, geography may prohibit the ability to do so.  Therefore we rely on strangers, the society, or even the government to take care of our elderly.  How do you think we are doing?  Are we treating our elderly with dignity and respect or are we just warehousing them until they pass.  This topic is a tough one but let’s tackle it together.  In addition to talking about the elderly, let’s also honor all the great caregivers, nurses and assistants that truly have a heart for this ministry. 1-833-288-3986.

Do you resist being happy because you think it won’t last? Many times we are more at home with being miserable.  Life can bring great moments of happiness yet we may fear feeling the full effect because we know it just won’t last. Or worse, we feel we do not deserve happiness in this world.  Jesus said in John 10:10, I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.  Scripture does not lie.  Having life to the full includes a sense of happiness.  Let’s talk about happiness in life and more on the next Take 2 with Jerry and Debbie. 1-833-288-3986

It sometimes happens that you take a topic and run with it so much that we feel compelled to offer you a part two. That’s what we’re doing with Monday’s topic. On Tuesday, fill the phone lines again with your takes about loved ones who are away from a practice of the faith. Whether they’re still away, one their way back or have come home, we can learn a lot from each other, especially as it has to do with how we continue to love them, pray for them and gently nudge them back toward a love for the Church.

The number 1 prayer intention is for children to come back to the Faith.  Parents and grandparents are aching over this sad reality.  We want the best for our children and that includes the Catholic Faith.  But our children and grandchildren have minds of their own and they have intentionally walked away from the Church.  We pray, we talk, we yell, we cry but it simply doesn’t seem to move them closer to Catholicism.  What are we left to do?  How are we supposed to feel?  We want our children in heaven someday God-willing with us.  It is a parents and grandparents worst nightmare to helplessly watch their loved ones go astray.  Let’s talk about how we can support one another and bring our children back to God. 1-833-288-3986