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Feb 18, 2026
Feb 18, 2026
53 min
Join us for this next hour of the Sharathon, here at WSFI 88.5 FM and WSFV 88.7 FM Catholic Radio! The Sharathon is a series of live shows, featuring guests from the local community, and is an opportunity for listeners to donate to WSFI Catholic Radio for much-needed infrastructure and technological improvements.
In this hour, Elizabeth Yore hosts Fr. Lawrence Carney, a missionary priest of the Diocese of Wichita. Fr. Carney presents the history of the Archconfraternity of the Holy Face, a pious devotion dating back to the late 19th century in France.* While the devotion has dwindled in France, it has seen a recent steady revival in the United States.
To make a tax-deductible donation to WSFI Catholic Radio, please call us at 224-206-8455, donate safely online at wsficatholicradio.org/support-wsfi/donate/, or mail your offering to:
P.O. Box 885
Libertyville, IL
60048
*To learn more about the League of St. Martin, visit:

Feb 18, 2026
Feb 18, 2026
57 min
Join us for this next hour of the Sharathon, here at WSFI 88.5 FM and WSFV 88.7 FM Catholic Radio! The Sharathon is a series of live shows, featuring guests from the local community, and is an opportunity for listeners to donate to WSFI Catholic Radio for much-needed infrastructure and technological improvements.
In this hour of our Sharathon, Bonnie Quirke hosts Msgr. Robert Dempsey of the Archdiocese of Chicago for a discussion on the Church and today's issues. WSFI Volunteer Charlie Bagdon was also present to explain the needs of the radio station and gave information on how to donate.
To make a tax-deductible donation to WSFI Catholic Radio, please call us at 224-206-8455, donate safely online at wsficatholicradio.org/support-wsfi/donate/, or mail your offering to:
P.O. Box 885
Libertyville, IL
60048

Feb 18, 2026
Feb 18, 2026
48 min
Join us for this next hour of the Sharathon, here at WSFI 88.5 FM and WSFV 88.7 FM Catholic Radio! The Sharathon is a series of live shows, featuring guests from the local community, and is an opportunity for listeners to donate to WSFI Catholic Radio for much-needed infrastructure and technological improvements.
In this hour, Mrs. Kathleen Heckenkamp joins the Sharathon and tells the story of Our Lady of Good Success, an approved Marian Apparition in Ecuador. Additionally, Mrs. Heckenkamp runs the Apostolate of Our Lady of Good Success to promote this devotion, as well as the devotion to the Holy Face.* WSFI Volunteer Charlie Bagdon was also present to explain the needs of the radio station and gave information on how to donate.
To make a tax-deductible donation to WSFI Catholic Radio, please call us at 224-206-8455, donate safely online at wsficatholicradio.org/support-wsfi/donate/, or mail your offering to:
P.O. Box 885
Libertyville, IL
60048
*To learn more about The Apostolate of Our Lady of Good Success, visit:

Feb 18, 2026
Feb 18, 2026
51 min
Join us for this next hour of the Sharathon, here at WSFI 88.5 FM and WSFV 88.7 FM Catholic Radio! The Sharathon is a series of live shows, featuring guests from the local community, and is an opportunity for listeners to donate to WSFI Catholic Radio for much-needed infrastructure and technological improvements.
In this hour, Matthew Tomlinson hosts Fr. Joseph Lappe, MIC, Administrator of Our Lady of the Holy Rosary of Pompeii in Kenosha, WI. They discuss Father's religious order, The Marians of the Immaculate Conception, as well as upcoming events in the parish.* WSFI Volunteer Bonnie Quirke was also present to explain the needs of the radio station and gave information on how to donate.
To make a tax-deductible donation to WSFI Catholic Radio, please call us at 224-206-8455, donate safely online at wsficatholicradio.org/support-wsfi/donate/, or mail your offering to:
P.O. Box 885
Libertyville, IL
60048
*To see more upcoming parish events, visit:
hrosarykenosha.org/news/parish-events

Feb 18, 2026
Feb 18, 2026
56 min
Join us for this next hour of the Sharathon, here at WSFI 88.5 FM and WSFV 88.7 FM Catholic Radio! The Sharathon is a series of live shows, featuring guests from the local community, and is an opportunity for listeners to donate to WSFI Catholic Radio for much-needed infrastructure and technological improvements.
Dr. Dan Schneider, PhD, is an Adjunct Professor of Theology at the Franciscan University of Steubenville. He joined us on our Sharathon to discuss his book, Sins of the Father: A Catholic and Biblical Approach to Generational Curses.* WSFI Volunteer Bonnie Quirke joined the conversation and explained the needs of WSFI Catholic Radio.
To make a tax-deductible donation to WSFI Catholic Radio, please call us at 224-206-8455, donate safely online at wsficatholicradio.org/support-wsfi/donate/, or mail your offering to:
P.O. Box 885
Libertyville, IL
60048
*To purchase Dr. Schneider's book, visit:
*To check out his other books, visit:
tanbooks.com/authors/dan-schneider-phd

Feb 12, 2026
Feb 12, 2026
53 min
Join us for the fifth hour of the Sharathon, here at WSFI 88.5 FM and WSFV 88.7 FM Catholic Radio! The Sharathon is a series of live shows, featuring guests from the local community, and is an opportunity for listeners to donate to WSFI Catholic Radio for much-needed infrastructure and technological improvements.
Ann Brennan is the host with Fr. Thomas Czeck OFM Conv. of the National Shrine of St. Maximilian Kolbe*. In this show, they discuss the recently declared Jubilee Year of St. Francis of Assisi, in honor of the 800 year anniversary of his death. Fr. Thomas explains the role of the Franciscan Order in the world, and the indulgences attached to the Jubilee Year. Our Station Manager, Mrs. Angela Tomlinson, joined the conversation and explained the needs of WSFI Catholic Radio.
To make a tax-deductible donation to WSFI Catholic Radio, please call us at 224-206-8455, donate safely online at wsficatholicradio.org/support-wsfi/donate/, or mail your offering to:
P.O. Box 885
Libertyville, IL
60048
*Information on the 2026 Eucharistic Miracles Pilgrimage to Italy is available at:
marytown.com/2026-eucharistic-miracle-pilgrimage-to-italy
To learn more about The National Shrine of St. Maximilian Kolbe, please visit
marytown.com

Feb 12, 2026
Feb 12, 2026
51 min
Join us for the fourth hour of the Sharathon, here at WSFI 88.5 FM and WSFV 88.7 FM Catholic Radio! The Sharathon is a series of live shows, featuring guests from the local community, and is an opportunity for listeners to donate to WSFI Catholic Radio for much-needed infrastructure and technological improvements.
In this hour, Mrs. Ute Young tells her story of her family's escape from Hitler's Germany near the end of the Second World War. Mrs. Suzy McGinn hosted this show, emphasizing how God protected Ute, her mother, and her grandmother in guiding them to safety. Our Station Manager, Mrs. Angela Tomlinson, joined the conversation and explained the needs of WSFI Catholic Radio.
To make a tax-deductible donation to WSFI Catholic Radio, please call us at 224-206-8455, donate safely online at wsficatholicradio.org/support-wsfi/donate/, or mail your offering to:
P.O. Box 885
Libertyville, IL
60048

Feb 12, 2026
Feb 12, 2026
58 min
Join us for the third hour of the Sharathon, here at WSFI 88.5 FM and WSFV 88.7 FM Catholic Radio! The Sharathon is a series of live shows, featuring guests from the local community, and is an opportunity for listeners to donate to WSFI Catholic Radio for much-needed infrastructure and technological improvements.
Fr. Dwight Campbell, host of The Marian Hour, joins WSFI volunteers Bonnie Quirke and Charlie Bagdon, discussing the apparition of Our Lady of Lourdes to St. Bernadette Soubirous.* Bonnie Quirke and Charlie Bagdon contributed to the discussion and also explained the needs of the radio station.
To make a tax-deductible donation to WSFI Catholic Radio, please call us at 224-206-8455, donate safely online at wsficatholicradio.org/support-wsfi/donate/, or mail your offering to:
P.O. Box 885
Libertyville, IL
60048
* Link to view St. Bernadette Soubirous incorrupt body:
sl.bing.net/j0uGxRdllxk
To purchase Fr. Dwight Campbell's book, visit
academyoftheimmaculate.com/products/through-the-heart-of-mary-to-the-heart-of-jesus

Feb 11, 2026
Feb 11, 2026
56 min
Join us for the second hour of the Sharathon, here at WSFI 88.5 FM and WSFV 88.7 FM Catholic Radio! The Sharathon is a series of live shows, featuring guests from the local community, and is an opportunity for listeners to donate to WSFI Catholic Radio for much-needed infrastructure and technological improvements.
In this hour, Fr. Gerald O'Reilly introduces Seminarians Carlos Mora, Landon Novosad, and Jesus Martinez, who are visiting the Chicago area as part of their Propaedeutic formation. The seminarians give their own personal story, their journey towards the priesthood, and explain what the Propaedeutic Program is. Bonnie Quirke, a volunteer here at WSFI, explains the needs of the radio station and gives information on how to donate.
To make a tax-deductible donation to WSFI Catholic Radio, please call us at 224-206-8455, donate safely online at wsficatholicradio.org/support-wsfi/donate/, or mail your offering to:
P.O. Box 885
Libertyville, IL
60048

Feb 11, 2026
Feb 11, 2026
58 min
Join us for the first hour of the Sharathon, here at WSFI 88.5 FM and WSFV 88.7 FM Catholic Radio! The Sharathon is a series of live shows, featuring guests from the local community, and is an opportunity for listeners to donate to WSFI Catholic Radio for much-needed infrastructure and technological improvements.
In this first hour, Dcn. Frank De Frank gives a reflection on Lent and our resolve to strengthen our relationship with Christ. Elizabeth Yore describes the current situation of human trafficking in our nation. WSFI volunteer, Charlie Bagden, explains the current needs here at WSFI.
To make a tax-deductible donation to WSFI Catholic Radio, please call us at 224-206-8455, donate safely online at wsficatholicradio.org/support-wsfi/donate/, or mail your offering to:
P.O. Box 885
Libertyville, IL
60048

Feb 5, 2026
Feb 5, 2026
44 min
Join Fr. Richard Heilman and Doug Barry in an uplifting show, where they discuss our faith in our everyday life and our quest for holiness.

Feb 5, 2026
Feb 5, 2026
31 min
AJ Shaw, host of Sports & Life on WSFI Catholic Radio, interviews former NFL defensive tackle Mike McCoy.
Mike McCoy is a University of Notre Dame graduate. During his eleven years with the NFL, he played for the Green Bay Packers, Oakland Raiders, New York Giants, and Detroit Lions.
Following his retirement from the NFL, McCoy has been involved with numerous civic activities on both national and local levels. He served on Pres. Reagan's Council on Sports for a Drug-Free America, and on the Pennsylvania Council for Physical Fitness.
He currently runs his own faith-based organization, Mike McCoy Ministries, where he helps both Catholic and non-Catholic students discover hope and encouragement in their lives.
To learn more about Mike McCoy Ministries, please visit:
mccoy77.com

Feb 4, 2026
Feb 4, 2026
28 min
AJ Shaw, host of Sports & Life on WSFI Catholic Radio, interviews former NFL tight end Dave Casper. Dave Casper played college football for the University of Notre Dame, before entering the NFL. He played for the Oakland Raiders, Houston Oilers, Minnesota Vikings, and Los Angeles Raiders. He has received multiple awards and honors, including being inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame and the Sports Faith Hall of Fame

Feb 4, 2026
Feb 4, 2026
58 min
Join Fr. Charles Becker in praying for the protection of the Holy Catholic Church, for its leadership, and the faithful. This Cenacle Prayer Group includes:
- Prayer to the Holy Spirit
- The Holy Rosary
- Prayers for the Holy Father
- Reading and Meditation of the Blessed Mother
- Act of Consecration to Our Lady

Jan 29, 2026
Jan 29, 2026
53 min
In this episode, Fr. Dwight Campbell speaks about the life and work of Bl. William Joseph Chaminade. Bl. William Joseph Chaminade was a French priest and survivor of the French Revolution, and later founded the Society of Mary, a.k.a. 'the Marrianists.'
Links to Fr. Campbell's Book Through the Heart of Mary To the Heart of Jesus:
Through the Heart of Mary to the Heart of Jesus — Academy of the Immaculate
academyoftheimmaculate.com/products/through-the-heart-of-mary-to-the-heart-of-jesus

Jan 29, 2026
Jan 29, 2026
1hr 9 min
WSFI Catholic Radio hosted a Roe v Wade Day of Prayer, Reparation & Reflection. Elizabeth Yore was a guest speaker.
Elizabeth is an International Child Protection Attorney, specializing in Missing, Abducted & Exploited Children. Previously, she served as General Counsel for the Illinois Department of Children & Family Services. During her time there, she organized the nation's first Child Welfare Missing Wards Unit, and coordinated with Law Enforcement to locate misising children and to prosecute offenders.

Jan 29, 2026
Jan 29, 2026
19 min
WSFI Catholic Radio hosted a Roe v Wade Day of Prayer, Reparation & Reflection. Mr. Patrick McCaskey was a guest speaker.
Mr. McCaskey is the Vice-President of the Chicago Bears. He is also the Chairman of Sports Faith International, which recognizes people who are successful in sports while leading exemplary lives. He regularly writes and records essays and poems about sports and faith for WSFI Radio 88.5 and WSFV 88.7.

Jan 29, 2026
Jan 29, 2026
44 min
WSFI Catholic Radio hosted a Roe v Wade Day of Prayer, Reparation & Reflection. Mr. Robert Gillgan was a guest speaker.
Mr. Robert Gillgan is the Executive Director of the Illinois Catholic Conference. He is past president of the National Association of State Catholic Conference Directors, and Aid for Women.
He explains the structure of the Illinois General Assembly and the state of the Pro Life Movement in the Legislature.

Jan 29, 2026
Jan 29, 2026
58 min
WSFI Catholic Radio hosted a Roe v Wade Day of Prayer, Reparation & Reflection. Fr. Dwight Campbell was a guest speaker.
Fr. Campbell is the pastor of Our Lady of Mount Carmel and St. Therese of Lisieux Parishes in Kenosha WI. He is the Spiritual Advisor to WSFI Catholic Radio and hosts The Marian Hour aired on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month. He is the author of To the Sacred Heart of Jesus Through the Immaculate Heart of Mary.
Fr. Dwight Campbells's book is available at:
academyoftheimmaculate.com/products/through-the-heart-of-mary-to-the-heart-of-jesus

Jan 26, 2026
Jan 26, 2026
34 min
Join Bishop Timothy O'Malley with Father Koeune on February 2nd, 2026, 6:00 PM, at St. Bede Church in Ingleside Illinois, in celebration of Candlemas, the Purification of Mary, and The Presentation for Mass, Rosary and refreshments will follow.
Learn more from Cenacle organizers, Mimi Harris, Marie Drehol, Debbie Johnson and Karen Smuda in this episode which explains the Flame of Love, and why the evening is taking place.
"My beloved sons will introduce the FLAME OF LOVE of MY HEART in a procession, so that, in such fashion, it becomes a living fire in the hearts, in the souls in such a way that it spreads like wildfire" From the diary of Elizabeth KIndlemann
