Holy Family Radio Podcasts (AM 720 - WHYF)

What can a blockbuster about fighter jets teach us about Catholic fatherhood and mentorship?

In this episode of Rooted and Rising, Julie Shore and Father Michael Pray dive into a recent EWTN News story about a Virginia camp for Catholic dads and sons inspired by Top Gun: Maverick. They explore why treating fatherhood (and spiritual fatherhood) as a mission—not just a role or list of tasks—changes everything.

From the difference between “mission” and “job title,” to the mentoring gap left by COVID, the power of tough love, and the quiet joy of missing out (JOMO), Julie and Father Michael unpack how ordinary relationships can form the next generation in faith, purpose, and resilience.

Whether you’re a parent, a mentor, a young adult searching for guidance, or simply someone trying to stay rooted while the world keeps rising around you, this conversation will leave you encouraged and challenged.

Tune in, and let’s keep the mission going.

A weekly program produced by the Catholic Diocese of Harrisburg, Pa.

 

SHOW TITLE: The One Prayer Practice Busy People Can Actually Keep

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In this episode, Anne Kertz Kernion (speaker at this year’s Diocesan Women’s Conference) explains why small daily habits matter more than chasing extraordinary spiritual experiences, and she offers simple ways busy parents, teachers, and working adults can stay aware of God throughout the day.

SCRIPTURE REFLECTION: Matthew 6:6

SAINT SPOTLIGHT: Saint Brother Lawrence

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Registration is NOW OPEN! Save the date! The 2026 Women’s Conference will be on Saturday, October 17. This year’s theme is “Look to the Lord.” The day will feature speakers (including Teri!), Adoration, lunch, the Holy Mass, and more! For details, visit https://www.hbgdiocese.org/event/womens-conference/

 

What’s your vocation?  Have you been called to serve God no matter how miserable it makes you?  Have you been called to pursue holiness through the dryest of deserts?  Have you been called to be a worker bee who spends your days just getting the honey sucked out of you?  Or is the vocation you were made for an authentic love that never ends?  If you’re tired of being sold that “abundant life” just means more of the same, old drudgery and are ready to embrace that just maybe God created you to share an eternal, intimate encounter with Him, saddle up with Eleanor, Brenda, and Randy, and ride into a relationship with a God who longs to spend forever sharing miraculous moments with you.

The fist segment of this episode features author Kelly Ann Lynch. She talks abut her new book on St. Carlos Acutis. Segment two features an update with Sister Mary Catherine Rose Giacobbe.

A weekly program produced by the Catholic Diocese of Harrisburg, Pa.

 

SHOW TITLE: Healing Family Wounds with Faith and Therapy

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 In this episode, Teri Love shares her journey from Nevada to Pennsylvania, her conversion to Catholicism, and how her faith influences her approach to therapy. We explore the integration of faith and mental health, the importance of prayer alongside professional counseling, and practical steps for healing family wounds.

SCRIPTURE: 1 Peter 5:7

SAINT SPOTLIGHT: St. Zelie Martin

 

Resources:

Registration is NOW OPEN! Save the date! The 2026 Women’s Conference will be on Saturday, October 17. This year’s theme is “Look to the Lord.” The day will feature speakers (including Teri!), Adoration, lunch, the Holy Mass, and more! For details, visit https://www.hbgdiocese.org/event/womens-conference/

James Good and Eric Tereo discuss the value of money in this week's episode.

Senator Dawn Keefer is this week's guest on Smart Seniors.

Smarts Seniors guest this week is Tina Uglow.

On this episode of Rooted and Rising, Julie Shore and Father Michael Prey dig into Pope Leo XIV’s recent homily and the Feast of the Assumption—and what it means for anyone navigating campus life, social media pressure, and the constant noise about how you “should” look or perform.

They unpack why Mary isn’t just a statue that always looks young and perfect. She’s a model of lasting beauty rooted in faithfulness, kindness, sacrifice, and real relationship with Christ. From helping a stressed roommate move in, to choosing presence over perfection, to noticing the people around you instead of scrolling past them—this conversation gets practical about what beauty in action actually looks like on a college campus.

If you’re tired of the highlight reel and hungry for something more grounded, this one’s for you.

Listen now.

James Good and Eric Tereo discuss the MercyProject.org in this episode of Money in Mission.

 

A weekly program produced by the Catholic Diocese of Harrisburg, Pa.

 

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Is AI Making Us Less Human? Catholicism, Pope Leo XIV & the Fight for Human Dignity with Eliza Monts

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Eliza Monts discusses the intersection of Catholic faith and technology, focusing on AI, digital discipleship, and how to navigate online life responsibly. She shares insights from her upcoming book and Pope Leo's recent encyclical, emphasizing the importance of human dignity and virtue in the digital age.

SCRIPTURE: Matthew 6:33-34

SAINT SPOTLIGHT: St. Isidore

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Eliza Monts - Substack - https://elizamonts.substack.com

Eliza Monts - Upcoming Book - https://penguinrandomhouse.com

Instagram - https://instagram.com/elizamonts

 

Hosts James Good and Eric Tereo discuss contentment in this episode of Money in Mission.

On this week's episode, James Good and Eric Tereo conclude their discussion the anatomy of a market turndown.

A weekly program produced by the Catholic Diocese of Harrisburg, Pa.

 

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It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year: Back to School

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Bishop Senior joins our Director of Communications, Rachel Bryson, to discuss the education section of his Pastoral Letter, Stir Into Flame, and has a message for all our students, parents and educators heading back to school.

 

SCRIPTURE: James 1:5

SAINT SPOTLIGHT: St. John Baptist de La Salle

 

On this week's episode, James Good and Eric Tereo continue their discussion  the anatomy of a market turndown.