One of the greatest tragedies in human history is abortion. What often gets lost is the damage it does to the mother of the child, as well as any others (the father, the doctor, etc.) who play a role in the abortion. It’s an act that many people never find healing for, due in large part to the shame that’s associated with it. On Wednesday, Jerry and Debbie will discuss this huge issue at Noon Eastern Time. There IS hope. There IS healing. There CAN BE a future after abortion. Tune in and learn more!

RESOURCES:
Project Rachel – http://www.hopeafterabortion.com

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There are times in life when we are so down, so discouraged, even in a state of despair. It’s during those times that prayer seems impossible. And it’s at those times that we carry one another, much like those who lowered the paralytic down through the roof to be healed by Jesus. When we are engaged in deep prayer for someone who either can’t pray, or doesn’t know that he needs prayer, we are actually “doing battle” on behalf of his soul. Let’s ask our listeners if there’s someone they know (or even don’t know) whom they are “fighting” for in prayer.
Our listeners are you!
So please call in at 1-800-585-9396

One of Jerry’s favorite prayers: “Jesus, I can’t. You can. Please do.” Keep it simple!

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If you think the challenges we face as Catholics in the United States are new, you need to think again. Sure, the heat has been turned up in recent years, and shows no signs of abating. But the first Catholics to come to this country also faced a long uphill battle. Yet, they were undeterred – as we should be – in their efforts to bring the truth of Jesus Christ and His Church to our land. On Independence Day, Jerry and Debbie will visit with Russell Shaw, Church historian and author of more than twenty books, including his latest, “Catholics in America,” which profiles several of the pioneering Catholics who laid the foundation of the Catholic faith in the early years of the United States. Tune in and enjoy!

Look! Over there to your right! It’s the link to Jerry and Debbie’s website. We want you to post your prayer intentions, so the whole world can be praying for you. And, if you would like us to come and speak in your area, there’s a form you can fill out. Log on today!

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Excommunication is a very misunderstood part of the Church. It actually takes a lot to be “excommunicated.” Many people think that if you commit this or that sin, you are automatically excommunicated. And, to be sure, there are certain sins that incur what’s called a “latae sententiae” excommunication, meaning, by the very act of committing that sin a person is excommunicated. A well known example is one who procures or participates in an abortion. But a lot of people think that “lesser” sins bring the penalty of excommunication. We’ll talk about this and, hopefully, put a lot of minds at peace. Our guest will be Dr. Carol Houghton, Chancellor for the Diocese of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, and a prominent canon lawyer. Join us at Noon ET (with a reply at Midnight ET).

Don’t forget to check out Jerry and Debbie’s website. Click on the big yellow logo to your right (you can’t miss it). Post prayer intentions, book J&D to speak at your parish or conference and get your own one-of-a-kind Holy Land Rosary!

On Wednesday, Jerry and Debbie welcome Dr. Edward Tick to the show to discuss a phenomenon that is afflicting individuals and families at an alarmingly increasing rate: post-traumatic stress disorder. We hear the phrase used a lot with regard to soldiers who return from combat deployments. But post-traumatic stress can be a harsh reality in the lives of many others as well, people who, at one or more points in their lives, have experienced traumatic and even life-threatening circumstances. This will be a very impactful broadcast, so we hope you will make time to tune in and call with your takes on this very sensitive topic.

To contact Dr. Edward Tick, call 518-274-0501 or log on to http://www.soldiersheart.net.

All around us are people who need our support. Perhaps most especially are our family members. We all have brothers, sisters, parents, children who are wandering in search of God’s love. Perhaps they have offended us, and we want nothing to do with them. But, yes, we do have a responsibility to help them find their way back.  We are all called to build up the Body of Christ.  Share your thoughts on this topic by calling 1-800-585-9396.

So many young people have been brought to faith – or back to the faith – through the efforts of Christian musicians. When they won’t listen to their parents, their teachers, their confirmation sponsors, they may very well pay attention to the sounds of Christian recording artists. This show will be a look at the power of Christian rock to bring young souls to faith in Christ. Join Jerry and Debbie on Monday when they welcome Daniel Oberreuter of  The Thirsting, a rising Catholic band that will be performing next month at World Youth Day in Poland.

http://www.thethirstingcatholic.com

www.thethirsting.org

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Don’t forget to log on to Jerry and Debbie’s website to post your prayer intentions, sign up for our newsletter, book a speaking engagement and more. Bookmark the site today – http://www.jerryanddebbie.com. 

The Knights of Columbus are a fraternal order of men who uphold the Catholic faith and support the Church in a variety of ways. Jerry Usher is a fourth degree Knight. Debbie Georgianni’s husband, Marty, is also a fourth degree Knight. How well do you know the Knights and what they do? Are you a Knight yourself? This is your chance to tell the world how proud you are to serve in this prestigious organization. Jerry and Debbie will be joined by Sir Knight (fourth degree) John Bertrand on Friday. He has held many positions within the Knights of Columbus, including at the state level in California.

Let Jerry and Debbie and the entire Take 2 family remember you and your intentions in prayer. Log on to http://www.jerryanddebbie.com today and post yours. And feel free to let others who have posted know that you are praying for them. You can also sign up for our newsletter and contact us about coming out and speaking in your area. Log on today!

Is it ok to dream about what we could have been in life?  A doctor, lawyer, professional basketball player or a rock star? Some have made these dreams a reality while others simply carry these hidden unfulfilled desires deep inside as life continues to move on.  As Catholic Christians, is it the best use of our time to dream what could have been or should we develop the God-given talents that are in our midst?  Sometimes we are chasing a dream and God may have other plans for us.  Share your life experience with us by calling 1-800-585-9396.

Remember, Jerry and Debbie can be found at http://www.jerryanddebbie.com. There, you can schedule a talk, get your very own special Holy Land Rosary, post intentions on our prayer wall, sign up for our newsletter and so much more!