Holy Family Radio Podcasts (AM 720 - WHYF)

Join Julie Shore and Father Michael Pray for a thoughtful, hope-filled conversation on what it really means to live a culture of life—especially as we enter October, Respect Life Month.

Fresh off the Pennsylvania March for Life in Harrisburg, Julie and Father Pray share what it was like to stand with thousands of people of every age and background: students, families, seminarians, bishops, and everyday Catholics quietly but powerfully witnessing for life. From the packed cathedral Mass to chance conversations on the street (including one young man’s unexpected journey from delivering pizzas to Planned Parenthood to standing for the unborn), they reflect on the quiet strength of simply showing up.

The discussion goes deeper than politics. Father Pray explains why the Church begins with human dignity rather than electoral cycles—why every person, from the unborn to the elderly in nursing homes, carries infinite worth because they are made in the image of God. Together they explore the loneliness epidemic, the danger of self-centeredness, and the small, daily ways we can notice, encourage, serve, and walk with others. You’ll hear practical starting points (including a simple Family Culture of Life Challenge) and a reminder that every moment is an invitation to turn toward God and toward the people right in front of us.

Whether you’re already active in pro-life work or simply wondering how to live this more intentionally in ordinary life, this episode offers both inspiration and concrete next steps.

Tune in, reflect, and consider: where is God inviting you to protect and celebrate life—right where you are?

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

 

SHOW TITLE: How Blessed Stanley Rother’s Final Choice Became a Feature Film

SHOW DESCRIPTION:

 

In this episode, Gary Gasse of Coronation Media, shares his journey from childhood filmmaking to creating faith-based films, including the upcoming feature about Blessed Stanley Rother. We explore how faith influences storytelling, the challenges of balancing commercial and artistic goals, and the importance of authentic human portrayals of saints.

SCRIPTURE: John 10:11

RESOURCES:

https://rothermovie.com/

https://www.coronationmedia.com/

Simple Yes is a 30-minute show hosted by Melanie Rossi and Jess Wolfe. Join them as they explore the many ways God calls us into a deeper relationship with him, whether it be at home or in your community. No matter the ask, we are all called to open the ears of our hearts so that we can respond “yes” to whatever God asks of us. 

Music by AudioCoffee: https://www.audiocoffee.net/

Is your God all knowing?  Is your God all powerful?  Can your God make Himself so small He can fit himself inside a cracker?  If you’ve been finding yourself wondering at night why any God big enough to create a universe 90 billion light years across would squeeze himself into a space smaller than a Saltine, hop on board with Eleanor, Brenda, and Randy and boldly go to visit the awesome, gargantuan God, who would make himself a single cell if it meant living and growing inside of you and, ultimately, making you His child.

 

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

 

SHOW TITLE: A Journey Home: Dori and Dale Ludwig's Conversion    

SHOW DESCRIPTION: Faith is a journey, and for Dori and Dale Ludwig, that journey to Catholicism lasted over 30 years! Listen as they share their experiences with Catholic education, the Catholic faith, and the home they found at Holy Spirit Parish in Palmyra.

SCRIPTURE: Luke 15:17-20

SAINT SPOTLIGHT: St. Augustine of Hippo

 

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Featuring Volunteer Mike Creavey

Featuring Volunteer Judy Dezagottis

Featuring Volunteer Joan Dunkelberger

Featuring Jim Gontis

Featuring Bishop Emeritus Ronald Gainer, of the Diocese of Harrisburg

Featuring Donna Giberti

Featuring Deacon Scott Root

Featuring Volunteer Dave Raculia

Featuring Volunteer Crystal Carmen-Stevens