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Host Letty Medina teams up with her friend and spiritual companion, Ann Vucic to share the marvelous journey resulting from a life-changing encounter with the Lord.  A native of a nearby village to Medjugorje, Ann now serves as an interpreter for many of the alleged visionaries.   Ann is one of the first conversion stories of an American arising from her visit there and she provides clarity on the  Church's past and current position with respect to same. 

This week's panelists are  Deacons  Dr. Greg Webster, host and Deacon of St. Raphael the Archangel Parish in Old Mill Creek, IL, Richard Hudzik, Vicar for Deacons, Archdiocese of Chicago and Dave Egan formerly of Victory Lakes. 

WSFI 88.5 FM's  Angela Tomlinson discusses with Fr. David his  background and the many ways God has prepared and provided for his priestly ministry.  From growing up in a loving family, broad based musical training and mentorship by great priests, you won't want to miss this opportunity to hear the endearing life of  Fr. David. 

This is the first in a two part series.

Martin Luboyera knew from the time he was 4 years old he was destined to become a world-famous soccer player.

He was well on his way when something happened that forever changed his life. 

Mark Curran interviews Fr. Martin about the turn of events which have led him to become a Catholic priest... and soon to be inducted to the 2019 Sports Faith Hall of Fame.

 

  Tickets to the Induction Ceremony are available online at https://wsficatholicradio.org/online-registration-12th-annual-hall-of-fame-induction/

Deacon Greg Webster hosts this episode with Deacon Richard Hudzik and Deacon Dave Egan.  Guests  Joshua Danis, National Director, Alpha Catholic Context and Jenn Delvaux, Evangelization Coordinator for the Archdiocese of Chicago share their stories on how they became involved in the Alpha program and the range of its appeal to Catholics and beyond. 

Host Suzy McGinn and panelist Rosemarie Simon discuss Fr. Chris's amazing story.  Fr. Chris is the Associate Pastor of St. Anne Church in Barrington, and will assume the responsibility of pastor of St. Paul the Apostle, Gurnee in July 2019.

Lake County Right to Life President, Bonnie Quirke discusses the Illinois House vote on SB25, an extreme abortion bill which passed 64-50-4, with Illinois Catholic Conference's Robert Gilligan

Host Suzie McGinn is joined by Rosemarie Simon in this series with Fr. Sears, S.J on the healing power of the Sacraments.  Today's discussion is on Holy Orders

Host Deacon Greg Webster is joined by panelists Vicar for Deacons Richard Hudzik, Mike Alandy and Dave Egan.  Today's guest is Deacon Mike Fekete who discusses his work with Catholic Relief Services

Host Suzie McGinn discusses "Day by Day with St. Faustina" with best selling Catholic author Susan Tassone   

In this episode of  WSFI 88.5FM'S Healing the Whole Person, Writers/ producers Cary Solomon and Chuck Konzelman talk to their friend, Fr. Michael Sparough, SJ, about how the movie came about, as well as its challenges and their next steps.

Cary and Chuck’s plans were to produce a "Western" with Clint Eastwood when they were presented with a different idea.  

Unplanned, which struck them as a "chick" flick, was hardly in THEIR plans...Yet they took the matter to prayer and VOILA... a surprise box office hit whose unparalleled impact on the PRO-LIFE movement is unfolding at an exponential rate, in the States, and now abroad. 

Panelists include Catholic Charities' Kathy Herrera, who offers information about assistive services available to mothers and children,  and PROLIFE doctor, Dr. Kevin Horcher, a former emergency room doctor, who withstood pressure to offer abortive services to his emergency room patient. 

Host Deacon Eric Sewell discusses the power and meaning of the Divine Mercy Message with his guest, Veronica Heiser, a parishioner of St. Paul's who witnesses to  the transformation of her life from substance abuse to Catholic joy...through Divine Mercy. 

What is a Drag Queen Story Hour?  Chris Dunlap of TFP talks about why it is important to join him for a Rosary of Reparation on Saturday April 27th at 6PM to stand in opposition of the Drag Queen Story Hour being held at the Zion Benton Public Library.

Rich Sosa, Director of Music and Youth Ministry is joined by Mary Mowry, Director of Religious Education, Madeline Sosa an 18 year old freshman attending University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee and Corrina Barr, a member of the St. Anne Choir.  Don't miss this great episode about the BEHOLD NIGHT OF FAMILY PRAYER, a quarterly event at St. Anne's which features Mass, Home-made Mexican food (cooked by Rich), A talk on the Shroud of Turin by Wendy Barr (Corrina's mom) and of course... adoration and confession.  Enjoy some of the BEST PRAISE AND WORSHIP MUSIC in our listening area

In this episode of Spotlight, Atty Charlene Quint, a local attorney talks about her nightmare journey as a victim of domestic violence in Lake Forest, and her commitment to educate and prevent it, particularly through educating the clergy and religious leaders who are the "first responders".  Join her in conjunction with A SAFE PLACE on Wednesday, March 20, 2019, at LAKE COUNTY'S CONFERENCE FOR PASTORS AND CHURCH LEADERS, hosted by Gurnee Community Church. Presenters include Fr. Charles Dahm, OP, Director of the Archdiocese of Chicago Domestic Violence Outreach, Pastor Neil Shori, who gained notoriety in his role to Staci Peterson, fourth wife of a convicted murderer, Drew Peterson, and Nancy Dunsey, LPC MaMHC, Domestic abuse counselor at A SAFE PLACE in Lake County, IL.  For more information contact rlee@safeplaceforhelp.org