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In this episode, Fr. Dwight Campbell explains the story of St. Josephat. He talks about St. Bartolo Longo, who was recently canonized by Pope Leo XIV. St. Bartolo was a convert from a satanic cult, who devoted himself to evangelization and catechesis. He promoted devotion to Our Lady of Pompei and Our Lady of the Rosary.

Fr. Campbell also speaks about the recent Vatican directives removing the titles of Co-redemptrix  and Mediatrix for the Blessed Virgin Mary. 

Today's host, Anne Brennan speaks with Marytown's Fr. Thomas Czeck, OFM Conv., about the life of St. Maximilian Kolbe. Fr. Czeck is the National Spiritual Assistant at the National Shrine of St. Maximilian Kolbe in Libertyville, Illinois. 

The show covers St. Maximilian's early life and vocation, his ministry, and his martyrdom during the Second World War.

In this episode Fr. Dwight Campbell reflects on St. Pope John Paul II, his papacy, and his special devotion to Our Lady. He focuses particularly on the pope's love of St. Louis de Montfort's True Devotion to Mary.

Leslie Hazinski from 40 Days for Life - Waukegan IL, her son Paul, and fellow participant Kit O'Brien interview Steve Karlin, the National Campaign Director for 40 Days for Life.

40 Days for Life is a world-wide Pro Life movement where people pray outside of abortion facilities and offer resources for expectant mothers. 

In this episode, Fr. Dwight Campbell explains the feast of Our Lady of the Holy Rosary. This feast was promulgated October 7th, 1571 by Pope St. Pius V, following the Battle of Lepanto, where the Holy League defeated the Ottoman Empire in a naval battle in the Adriatic Sea.

Deacon Tom Biegel of the Archdiocese of Chicago teams up with Letty Medina to discuss the power and wonders of this new, unique healing and deliverance ministry.

Monsignor Robert Dempsey provides one of his most powerful and educational homilies - explaining some precious pearls of our Catholic Faith, while  debunking cultural propaganda designed to contradict them. 

 

Happy 90th birthday Carmen Speranza! t

Thank you for your loyal and exemplary witness to our Catholic Faith. 

Mimi Harris, Marie Drehobl, Karen Smuda and Pat Pawlis discuss the meaning and efficacy of the Flame of Love Devotion, and why they have organized the upcoming Flame of Love Cenacles on the second Wednesday of each month at Our Lady of the Lakes Parishes. 

For more information visit the parish website Our Lady of the Lakes

On September 14th 2025 the relic of St. Padre Pio (the bloody glove which was placed over his stigmata) is coming to St. Nicholas Cathedral located at 835 North Oakley Blvd. Chicago, 60622 from 8:00AM to 4:00 PM

 

In this episode, St. Nicholas parishioner, Alice Bab explains about the connection between Patriarch Josyf Slipyj - Wikipedia and Padre Pio and tells us more about the upcoming event.

 Part 2 of Living in the Divine Will with Greg Dunne.

Anthony D'Ambrosio is the writer and director of the new blockbuster film, Triumph of the Heart, a feature-length film about the passion of Maximilian Kolbe being released mid September. 

 

Anthony shares the story behind the story of his creation of the film, and his ten-year struggle with a debilitating disease, the cure of which was made possible through the intercession of St. Maximilian Kolbe - both in Anthony's life, and "coincidentally" the founders of the health center through which he was healed.

 

For more information on attending, hosting, or volunteering visit Triumph of the Heart

This episode explains the Queenship of Mary, the feast of which we celebrate on August 22nd each year.  Aired on August 27, 2025

Mr. and Mrs. Luis and Patricia Fuentes and Dennis Rowan of the Cardinal Mundelein 1326 Council in Mundelein are our guests  inviting all to join them at this important annual fundraiser. Proceeds benefit Santa Maria del Popolo in Mundelein. 

WSFI hosts are John Breen and Simon Tan. 

Kambra French, Carmel's Chief Mission Officer and Lisa Elert, from their Mission Identity team, will inform and inspire you about the history of Our Lady of Mount Carmel and their Carmel Catholic Rosary Walk on July 16th, in her honor. 

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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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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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.

 

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. 

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

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.