Human beings are very resilient. Even though so many of us have faced possible death through an accident, illness, or medical condition. It is during those times that we realize just how precious life is and how extremely fragile it is as well. Have you had to face death on some level? How has that changed your daily life? Do you live in the moment, living life to the fullest? Let’s talk about this experience in a real and unique way. Call in and share your take at 1-800-585-9396.
Join us Tuesday on Take 2 with Jerry and Debbie as we discuss the importance of a given name. Names are precious. They identify us, sometimes define us and may even be a spiritual help to us. In the Bible, names have been emphasized and also changed to signify a new beginning. Jewish history has always recognized the importance and origin of a name. Some people are named after deceased family members. Others after a beloved saint. Still there are many that are named simply because parents loved the sound of a unique name. There is history behind every name, whether it’s biblical history or family history. Let’s talk about it. Call in at 1-800-585-9396
The Church rightly teaches that there is absolutely nothing wrong with drinking alcohol in moderation. Jesus’ first miracle, as we know, was to turn water into wine. There’s even an allusion in that passage to the fact that wedding revelers at that time were not bashful about consuming wine to the point where they couldn’t tell the difference between the good and the bad stuff. Still, everyone is called to be cautious when it comes to alcohol consumption, if only because, as the Church also teaches, drunkenness is, objectively-speaking, a mortal sin. And history is filled with examples of how alcoholism has ravaged lives, marriages, families, and even souls. On Monday, join Jerry and Debbie with your take on how you balance the consumption of alcohol in your life, if you have battled alcoholism, or if someone you love has experienced this potentially devastating scourge.
Love is the greatest of the three theological virtues. Yet, we have seen that over time, in couples, this same love can fade or diminish to the point of nonexistence. How can this happen? Love between spouses is supposed to be a sacrificial love. A committed love honoring the sacred sacrament of marriage. Let’s talk about Valentine’s Day in a whole new way. Not about the roses, candy and dinners that the world has made us believe is true love. Let’s enter into a real discussion on love. Ask yourself this question. Is your spouse your valentine?
The picture you see on this post, is a real life couple expressing their lifelong commitment of love and togetherness. This adorable couple is actually Jeff Burson’s parents. Jeff is our social media expert for Take 2. See love really does exist for a lifetime!
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We read about many miracles in the Bible, especially the ones performed by Jesus. Some contend that miracles ceased after the time of Jesus. But Jesus Himself said in John 14 that his disciples would do “even greater works” than He did. This could be a reference to many things, including, perhaps, Jesus’ miracles. One place (among many) that attests to the fact that miracles still occur is the shrine at Lourdes, where some of the walls are covered with crutches, wheelchairs and other things left behind by those who used them to get to that holy site. Let’s talk about miracles – and share your take if you or someone you know has experienced what you believe is a miracle – on Thursday, the Feast of Our Lady of Lourdes.
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It happens to just about everyone sometime in their lives. You go to Mass on Ash Wednesday, then to work, the gym, the grocery store, a friend’s house. Someone very gently notifies you that “you have a smudge of some kind on your forehead.” There it is! The open door to explain the meaning of Ash Wednesday and the season of Lent. Do you pass through that door and help a searching soul learn more about why Catholics engage in a season of penance and mortification? Or do you change the subject as quickly as you can, not knowing what to say or how the other person will receive the information? Share your take on our Ash Wednesday broadcast at Noon ET, with an encore broadcast at Midnight ET!
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How is Easter Sunday determined? Palm Sunday? Ash Wednesday?
As life goes on, circumstances sometimes dictate that it’s time to hang up our sneakers. In some cases, literally. Maybe the body tells us that we should no longer play basketball, lift weights, go hiking, bowl in a league, and so forth. For others, this can take the form of no longer being able to drive, or even retiring from a job they’ve loved. If this has happened to you or someone you know, share your take with Jerry and Debbie today at Noon ET (with a reply at Midnight ET).
Pair of shoes hanging by their shoelaces from a power line.
So many of us have encountered this, the perpetual, never-ending arguments that seem to have a predictable beginning and no real resolution. These types of disagreements can occur in our homes, workplaces and communities. They can happen frequently with our spouses or even our own children. Obviously, this type of argument is the symptom and the real root of the problem lies deep within. Share with us your experience of this unproductive cycle, maybe how you healed the cause, and possibly brought back harmony into the relationship. Call in early though, this topic is a hot button for a lot of listeners. Mondays are always exciting on Take 2 with Jerry and Debbie. 1-800-585-9396
OK, so we used the word “celebrate” in a playful sort of way. But the truth is, for some people, the Super Bowl has become a far bigger day to commemorate than many holidays. The whole world seems fascinated by “the big game.” How has it changed over the years? The first couple times the Super Bowl was played, the NFL couldn’t give tickets away. Today, unless you work for a global corporate giant, good luck getting tickets. Then there are the endless pre- and post-game shows, designed, of course, with plenty of time to show you a gazillion ads. Speaking of ads, a lot of people watch the Super Bowl precisely because it’s become known as the event where corporations roll out their flashy new – and often very funny – commercials. Oh, and let’s not forget how betting makes its way to the water cooler each year with the various pools that fans participate in. And, buried someone beneath all this and more, a football game is played. So, today, share your take on the significance of the Super Bowl, if you watch the game, if you stay tuned in for the halftime show, and so forth. We’ll be on at Noon ET, with a replay at Midnight ET.
Since February is the month dedicated to heart health, it is important to discuss how so many of us are abusing our hearts through unhealthy eating, lack of exercise, stress and more.
In addition to that, many live life with somewhat of a broken heart. God sees your heart. TAKE 2 asks “What are we doing to care for and protect the heart?” Share your take with Jerry & Debbie on Thursday at Noon ET (with a replay at Midnight ET).
