One can scarcely deny that there is a all-out assault on Christianity happening today. Everywhere we turn it is evident. But does the average Catholic (or other Christian) actually feel the heat? Or are people ignoring what’s going on? On Wednesday, Jerry and Debbie will invite your takes on this topic. It’s often easy to read the headlines or watch the news and think that the persecution is happening somewhere else, to someone else. It really doesn’t affect me. But if we are truly trying to live for Jesus, and we have a concern for every soul on the face of the earth, then we should personally feel the heat of the rapidly building anti-Christian sentiment. Join us for what promises to be a lively discussion!

We text, email, post on Facebook…but are we really engaging and building relationships?  Technology is supposed to make our lives more efficient, but at what cost?  We can now pass on information in a quick and unattached way.  Have we become anti-social because of technology?  Have we sacrificed a basic human need for connection just to be efficient in our communication?  What does this mean for our spiritual growth if we are disconnecting from society?  Join the conversation on Take 2 with Jerry and Debbie by calling in at 1-800-585-9396.

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Getting married “in the Church” is important to most young Catholics. They may have a Catholic ceremony, start out attending Mas regularly, perhaps even get involved in their parish along the way. But heartache hits many couples when one of them “decides” that he or she no longer wants to attend Mass, spend time in prayer, etc. That can be very traumatic for the spouse who remains faithful. Has this happened in your marriage? How have you dealt with it? Share your take with Jerry and Debbie on Monday.

Resources:

REASONS TO BELIEVE:
How to Understand, Explain and Defend the Catholic Faith. Dr. Scott Hahn

SEARCH AND RESCUE
Written by Patrick Madrid

A POCKET GUIDE TO CATHOLIC APOLOGETICS

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Life is full of opportunities to develop either good habits or bad habits. Of course, if you ask almost anyone, he will tell you that he would rather cultivate the good ones. But that takes intentional efforts on our part, making right choices and practicing good habits over and over again. On Friday, share your take with Jerry and Debbie – and the world – on how you work hard to make sure your good habits far outweighs your bad ones.

Of course, that’s a facetious question to those who believe in God, in Jesus and in His Church. But study after study, poll after poll, seem to indicate a decline in the belief in God. But does His existence and involvement in human affairs depend on a majority opinion? Jerry and Debbie – and, most likely, you – would answer to the contrary. So, how does public opinion about God, His existence and His relevance affect you, if at all? Do you have family members or friends who claim there is no God? How do you dialogue with them in an attempt to charitably and articulately persuade them to change their minds? Remember, your takes drive the show, so join us for this important discussion on Thursday at Noon ET!

Jerry and Debbie made it safely to St. Louis on Tuesday, in anticipation of the OneFaith Experience on Saturday. They’ll be back on the air on Wednesday with a timely topic: how do you feel about traveling by air? It’s so commonplace nowadays that it’s easy to forget that some people still are uncomfortable hopping on an airplane and ascending to 40,000 feet. Yet, its often said that it’s safer to travel somewhere by plane than it is by car. What accounts for people’s reluctance to fly the “friendly skies?” Share your take on Wednesday’s program at Noon ET.

On Tuesday, Jerry and Debbie will be in flight at show time, on their way to St. Louis for the OneFaith Experience (conference and concert) on Saturday. But they’ve put together a brand new show for your enjoyment. They’ll talk about the various ways that God calls people to ministry, and will have a lengthy interview with Matt Maher, 8-time Grammy nominee and headline performer at the OneFaith Extreme this Saturday evening at the Chaifetz Arena on the campus of St. Louis University. By the way, tickets still remain (and will be available at the door on Saturday) for this incredible event that will feature:

• Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers
• Adam Blai
• Teresa Tomeo
• Fr. Larry Richards
• Tim Staples
• Hector Molina
• The Thirsting
• John Tibbs
• Matt Maher
• And your hosts, Jerry and Debbie!

Get information and tickets at http://www.onefaithexperience.com.

EWTN will air the event live on Saturday. Check your cable or satellite provider for channel listings!

Archbishop Fulton Sheen commented that so much suffering “goes to waste.” To the world – and also to too many Christians – that is a very odd phrase. But suffering is a part of life. Everyone’s life. Without exception. It’s going to come. But it’s what we do with our suffering that matters. We can choose to “waste” it by resisting it, fleeing from it, getting angry at God, and so forth. Or we can be a conduit of incredible graces to the world, especially to those who are suffering. There’s nothing wrong with seeking to eliminate suffering whenever possible. But when it seems that it must be a part of our lives, how well do we handle it? That’s what we want your takes on with Jerry and Debbie on Monday at Noon ET (with a replay of the show at Midnight ET).

Your loved one passes away.  You are hurting, in shock and grieving.  Then comes the reading of the Will.  What follows next in some families could make for a great screenplay.  It seems that money can bring out the worst in people.  We want to tackle this subject in a real and honest way.  Has this situation happened to you?  Did the Will cause a family breakup?  If you can relate to this scenario, then please call in and share your take at 1-800-585-9396.  You may have a story of family healing and restoration that could help someone else going through this painful experience.

Simple math tells us that there are realities outside of ourselves (for example, 2 + 2 = 4) that impose themselves upon us. It’s not for us to determine whether they’re right or wrong. Rather, if we’re honest, we must conform our thinking and behavior to those realities. Yet, all around us – perhaps in our families or circle of friends – are those who see things differently, who say things like, “Well, that may be true for you. But it’s not true for me.” On Thursday, Jerry and Debbie will ask listeners how they engage in dialogue with those who embrace a relativist position. The show airs at Noon ET, with a reply at Midnight ET.