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WSFI 88.5 FM proudly presents Fr. Boniface Nzioki Muia OFM Conv. - Interviewed by Ann Brennan

Tune in to hear Fr. Boniface, currently residing at Marytown Franciscan Friary in Libertyville Illinois.  A faith-filled, on fire Catholic Priest from Kenya, he and Ann Brennan generously participated in the WSFI Catholic Radio Shareathon under the patronage of Our Lady of Mount Carmel.

 

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WSFI PRESENTS FR. TIM ANDRES O.CARM.

Fr. Tim Andres O.Carm., a special guest in our Sharathon Pledge Drive, which was devoted to Our Lady of Mt. Carmel. Fr. Tim shares his vocation story, the history of the Carmelite Order, and devotion to the Scapular. He was interviewed by WSFI volunteer John Breen.

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WSFI Spotlight presents Ann Vucic who discusses the first ever US Medjugorje Youth Festival here in Chicagoland with Ann Vucic

Approved by The Archdiocese of Chicago,  and authorized directly from Medjugorje, the 2025 Chicago Medjugorje Mladifest Festival is the first official Medjugorje Festival for Young Adults offered here in the United States.  It has been designed to provide the same experience as the annual Mladifest Youth Festival in Medjugorje. Speakers from both Medjugorje and the USA will inspire you as you deepen your faith through a weekend filled with worship, prayer, song, and friendship.

Trinity College, Palos Heights IL

July 18-20th

Lodging available. 

https://www.centerforpeacewest.com/trip/tripDetails.jsf?trip=bfd921a2-8dad-49ae-bcbb-2e2817d1534c

 

About Ann Vucic

Ann Vucic is a dynamic Catholic speaker, writer and passionate advocate for spiritual renewal. Born near the renowned pilgrimage site of Medjugorje in Bosnia-Herzegovina, Ann's life was profoundly transformed by an encounter with God in her youth. This pivotal experience ignited a lifelong mission to guide others on their own journeys of faith and conversion.

With degrees in theology, psychology, and social work, Ann seamlessly blends academic knowledge with spiritual wisdom and passionate, compelling storytelling in her mission of evangelization. For more than 30 years, she has led pilgrimages to Medjugorje, organized Catholic retreats, and shared her testimony and spiritual insights with audiences worldwide. Her work has taken her across various platforms, including radio, television, print, social media, and live appearances.

In addition to her ministry, Ann is also a film consultant and executive producer, currently collaborating on a major Hollywood film about Medjugorje, along with several other exciting movie projects. Created in partnership with renowned Hollywood professionals, these films aim to bring the message of faith, hope, and spiritual renewal to global audiences.

 

Fr. Gerald O'Reilly, Spiritual Director of the Senatus of the Legion of Mary, is the Celebrant of Today's Mass - June 17, 2025

Today is Tuesday of the Eleventh Week in Ordinary Time.

The Principal Celebrant and Homilist is Fr. Gerald O'Reilly who currently serves as  the Associate Pastor of Mary Mother of Martyrs in Des Plaines, Illinois, in addition to his duties as Spiritual Director of the Chicago Senatus of the Legion of Mary. 

WSFI Catholic Radio Presents the Marian Hour w/ Father Dwight Campbell on the Magnificat

In this episode of the Marian Hour, before the feast of the Visitation, Father Campbell discusses and unpacks the Magnificat.

WSFI Catholic Radio Presents Deacons' Round Table with Special Guests Fr. Medard Laz and Ed Susmilch

In this episode of Deacons' Round Table, the Deacons interview Father Medard Laz and Ed Susmilch from Joyful Again Ministries, a ministry that helps widows and widowers.

WSFI Catholic Radio Presents an Interview with Sister Stephanie Baliga, Inductee to the Sports Faith Hall of Fame

Mark Curran interviews Sister Stephanie Baliga, a 2025 inductee to the Sports Faith Hall of Fame. Sister Stephanie shares her story about being a runner and how she became a Franciscan sister.

WSFI Catholic Radio Presents Cross Talk w/ Charlie Johnston and Special Guest Nick Healy

In this episode of Cross Talk, Charlie interviews Nick Healy, founding president of Ave Maria University in Florida. Nick tells his life story, as well as how Ave Maria University was founded.

WSFI Catholioc Radio Presents the Marian Hour w/ Fr. Dwight Campbell on Our Lady of Fatima

In this episode of the Marian Hour, Father Campbell discusses the visions Lucia, Jacinta, and Francisco had from our Lady in Fatima, Portugal.

WSFI Catholic Radio Presents Deacons' Round Table w/ Special Guest Rosie Chinea Shawver

In this episode of Deacons' Round Table, the deacons interview Rosie Chinea Shawver about her work in the CCMA, or Catholic Campus Ministry Association. 

WSFI Catholic Radio Presents Cross Talk with Charlie Johnston and Special Guest Fr. Avram Brown

In this episode of Cross Talk, Charlie interviews Father Avram Brown, learning his unique conversion story.

WSFI Catholic Radio Presents Cross Talk w/ Charlie Johnston and Special Guest Dr. Peter Howard

In this episode of Cross Talk, Charlie Johnston interviews Dr. Peter Howard. They discuss Fulton J. Sheen's life and path to sainthood.

WSFI Catholic Radio Presents the Marian Hour w/ Fr. Dwight Campbell on Our Lady of Sorrows

In this episode of the Marian Hour, Fr. Campbell talks about Our Lady of Sorrows. In addition, he discusses the Laments of Mary written by different authors. 

WSFI Catholic Radio Presents Cross Talk w/ Charlie Johnston and Special Guest Marcus Allen

In this episode of Cross Talk, Charlie Johnston interviews Marcus Allen, FBI whistleblower. They discuss Marcus' experience with the FBI, along with why he was suspended and why it was wrong for them to do so.

WSFI Spotlight presents Ed Jozsa - author of The Mystic Next Door and The Triumph of the Cross

Lisa Elert interviews this former FedEx airline pilot,  Ed Josna about his mystical experiences which occurred after his near-death experience in an auto crash. 

 

In today's show, he reveals his personal encounter with the overwhelming love emanating from Christ and His Cross.

 

For more information about Ed, his daily meditations,  or to order a free copy of his books visit  Presence of God Encounters

WSFI Catholic Radio Presents Cross Talk with Charlie Johnston and Special Guest David Daleiden

In this episode of Cross Talk, Charlie interviews David Daleiden, the founder and president of The Center for Medical Progress. David was prosecuted for exposing the brutality of Planned Parenthood's abortion methodology and their profiteering on the selling of aborted babies' organs and other parts.

WSFI Catholic Radio Presents Deacons' Round Table w/ Special Guest Canon Todd

In this episode of Deacons' Round Table, the Deacons interview Canon Todd about the Institute of Christ the King and its community life. In addition, they discuss the new retreat center being built in Burlington, Wisconsin.

WSFI Catholic Radio Presents the Marian Hour w/ Fr. Dwight Campbell on Marian Hymns

In this episode of the Marian Hour, Father Campbell discusses the Marian hymns Alma Redemptoris Mater and Ave Regina Caelorum, their histories, and their translations.

US GRACE FORCE--WSFI Edition w/ Father Heilman and Doug Barry on the Jubilee Year of Hope

In this episode of the U.S. Grace Force, Father Heilman and Doug Barry discuss why we should utilize our gifts in the Jubilee Year of Hope. In addition, Father and Doug also discuss the changes in our country made since the Inauguration. 

WSFI Spotlight with Fr. John Perricone - the story behind his recent article " Chicago Where the Eucharistic Revival Goes to Die"

Fr. John A. Perricone is a Roman Catholic priest and an adjunct professor of philosophy at Iona University in New Rochelle, New York. He was born in Jersey City, New Jersey, graduated from Seton Hall University, completed his master’s degree in biblical studies at Immaculate Conception Seminary in Mahwah, New Jersey, and was ordained to the priesthood at Sacred Heart Cathedral in Newark, New Jersey in 1976. He completed a second master’s degree in Dogmatic Theology at St. John’s University, New York in 1981. He was awarded a Ph.D. in Medieval Philosophy at Fordham University, New York. 

 

Click here for a copy of his recent article. 

 

In addition to Iona University, he has held teaching positions at St. Francis College (Brooklyn, NY), LaSalle University (Philadelphia, PA), Dominican College (Orangeburg, NY), and St. John’s University (Jamaica, NY). 

 

In 1989, he founded Christifdelis, a New York City based organization that assisted Catholics in their spiritual and doctrinal formation. In 1996, Father Perricone and the organization arranged for the celebration of a Solemn High Pontifical Mass at St. Patrick’s Cathedral in New York City; the first time in a quarter century for the Latin Tridentine Mass to be celebrated by a Cardinal of Curial rank in a premier archdiocese. From 1996-2008 he was Editor and Publisher of Excelsis, a bi-monthly periodical of theology, philosophy and Catholic opinion from the perspective of the authentic teaching of the Catholic Church and the philosophy of St. Thomas Aquinas. In 2002, he was co-founder and Vice-President of The Montfort Academy (Mount Vernon, NY), a private academy, grades 9 through 12, anchored in a classical curriculum with Roman Catholicism at its core.

 

His articles have appeared in St. John’s Law Review, Crisis Magazine, Latin Mass Magazine, New Oxford Review and The Journal of Catholic Legal Studies. He has lectured at dozens of universities and colleges including, Cambridge, Harvard, Columbia, Princeton, Cornell, NYU, Georgetown, Villanova, Boston College, Loyola Marymount, and more. His media appearances include EWTN, WNBC, WOR Radio, and he is a frequent contributor to several Catholic podcasts. 

 

Father Perricone offers the Traditional Mass each Sunday at 9:00 AM at Our Lady of Sorrows Church, Jersey City, New Jersey.