Happy feast of Blessed Herman the Crippled! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell discuss his extraordinary life, and how he came to write the Salve Regina. Guests include Gary Zimak with more scriptural reflections on turning our worries over to God, and canon lawyer Fr. Philip-Michael Tangorra from the Diocese of Paterson. Plus news, weather, sports and a whole lot more…

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Salve Regina

Hail, Holy Queen, Mother of Mercy,
our life, our sweetness and our hope.
To thee do we cry,
poor banished children of Eve.
To thee do we send up our sighs,
mourning and weeping in this valley of tears.
Turn then, most gracious advocate,
thine eyes of mercy toward us,
and after this our exile
show unto us the blessed fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
O clement, O loving,
O sweet Virgin Mary.

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Happy feast of Our Lady of Walsingham! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell talk about her patronage of England. Guests include Steve Ray on dinners and meals in the Bible, and Kris McGregor to share reflections on the Office of Readings. Plus all the latest news, weather, sports, and a whole lot more…

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Prayer to Our Lady of Walsingham

O Mary, recall the solemn moment when Jesus, your divine son, dying on the cross, confided us to your maternal care. You are our mother, we desire ever to remain your devout children. let us therefore feel the effects of your powerful intercession with Jesus Christ. make your name again glorious in the shrine once renowned throughout England by your visits, favours, and many miracles.

Pray, O holy mother of God, for the conversion of England, restoration of the sick, consolation for the afflicted, repentance of sinners, peace to the departed.

O blessed Mary, mother of God, our Lady of Walsingham, intercede for us.
Amen.

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Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell remember the anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks, and how they shaped the world we live in today. Guests include Ken Craycraft to unpack the presidential debates from last night, canon lawyer Fr. Phillip-Michael Tangorra, and Karlo Broussard from Catholic Answers. Plus news, weather, sports and more…

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Prayer for the Dead

God our Father,
Your power brings us to birth,
Your providence guides our lives,
and by Your command we return to dust.

Lord, those who die still live in Your presence,
their lives change but do not end.
I pray in hope for my family,
relatives and friends,
and for all the dead known to You alone.

In company with Christ,
Who died and now lives,
may they rejoice in Your kingdom,
where all our tears are wiped away.
Unite us together again in one family,
to sing Your praise forever and ever.

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Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Steve Ray to talk about elements of the culture of death in Scripture that are still with us today. Other guests include Dr. Marlon De La Torre from Knowing is Doing, and Kris McGregor to reflect on the Office of Readings. Plus all the latest news, weather, sports, and more…

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Prayer to St. Joseph the Worker

Joseph, by the work of your hands and the sweat of your brow, you supported Jesus and Mary, and had the Son of God as your fellow worker.

Teach me to work as you did, with patience and perseverance, for God and for those whom God has given me to support. Teach me to see in my fellow workers the Christ who desires to be in them, that I may always be charitable and forbearing towards all.

Grant me to look upon work with the eyes of faith, so that I shall recognize in it my share in God’s own creative activity and in Christ’s work of our redemption, and so take pride in it.

When it is pleasant and productive, remind me to give thanks to God for it. And when it is burdensome, teach me to offer it to God, in reparation for my sins and the sins of the world. Amen.

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Happy feast of St. Peter Claver! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell discuss his legacy as a witness to human dignity. Guests include Kevin Schmiesing with This Week in Catholic History, Bill Schmitt from OnWord about how to avoid thinking solely in memes, and Stephanie Mann with more insights as to how St. John Henry Newman was converted by the Church Fathers. Plus all the latest news, weather, sports and more…

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A Prayer for God’s Protection

O God, You are the preserver of men, and the keeper of our lives. We commit ourselves to Your perfect care on the journey that awaits us. We pray for a safe and auspicious journey. Give Your angels charge over us to keep us in all our ways. Let no evil befall us, nor any harm come to our dwelling that we leave behind. Although we are uncertain of what the days may bring, may we be prepared for any event or delay, and greet such with patience and understanding. Bless us O Lord, that we may complete our journey safely and successfully under Your ever watchful care. Amen.

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Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell look ahead to the Sunday Mass readings with Fr. Hezekias Carnazzo from the Institute of Catholic Culture and Fr. Jonathan Duncan from the Diocese of Charleston. Plus all the latest news, weather, sports, and everything else you need to start your day.

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Prayer for Help from Jesus

Lord, in every need let me come to You with humble trust saying, “Jesus, help me.”
In all my doubts, perplexities, and temptations, Jesus, help me.
In hours of loneliness, weariness, and trials, Jesus, help me.
In the failure of my plans and hopes; in disappointments, troubles, and sorrows, Jesus, help me.
When others fail me and Your grace alone can assist me, help me.
When I throw myself on Your tender love as a father and savior, Jesus, help me.
When my heart is cast down by failure at seeing no good come from my efforts, Jesus, help me.
When I feel impatient and my cross irritates me, Jesus, help me.
When I am ill and my head and hands cannot work and I am lonely, Jesus, help me.
Always, always, in spite of weakness, falls, and shortcomings of every kind, Jesus, help me and never forsake me.
Amen.

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Happy feast of Mother Teresa of Calcutta! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell look at her life and witness as one of the most famous Catholics of the 20th century. Guests include Rita Heikenfeld with Bible Foods, Courtney Brown from Ruah Woods, and Gary Michuta from Hands On Apologetics. Plus all the latest news, weather, sports and more…

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Fragrance Prayer of St. John Henry Newman

Dear Jesus, help us to spread your fragrance everywhere we go. Flood our souls with your spirit and life. Penetrate and possess our whole being, so utterly, that our lives may only be a radiance of yours. Shine through us, and be so in us, that every soul we come in contact with may feel your presence in our soul. Let them look up and see no longer us but only Jesus! Stay with us, and then we shall begin to shine as you shine; so to shine as to be a light to others. The light, O Jesus will be all from you. None of it will be ours; it will be you shining on others through us. Let us thus praise you in the way that you love best by shining on those around us. Let us preach you with preaching: not by words but by our example, by the catching force, by sympathetic influence of what we do, the evident fullness of the love our hearts bear to you. Amen.

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Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell celebrate the 17th anniversary of the Son Rise Morning Show, which first hit the airwaves on September 4th, 2007. Guests include canon lawyer Fr. Phillip-Michael Tangorra, Gary Zimak from Following the Truth, and Karlo Broussard from Catholic Answers. Plus news, weather, sports and more…

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A Prayer for Priests

Gracious and loving God, we thank your for the gift of our priests.
Through them, we experience your presence in the sacraments.

Help our priests to be strong in their vocation.
Set their souls on fire with love for your people.

Grant them the wisdom, understanding, and strength they need to follow in the footsteps of Jesus.
Inspire them with the vision of your Kingdom.

Give them the words they need to spread the Gospel.
Allow them to experience joy in their ministry.

Help them to become instruments of your divine grace.
We ask this through Jesus Christ, who lives and reigns as our Eternal Priest. Amen.

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Happy feast of Pope St. Gregory the Great! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Dr. Matthew Bunson to discuss the legacy of one of the most significant popes in Church history. Other guests include Fr. Boniface Hicks with more wisdom from the saints on personal prayer, and Steve Ray on thorns and thistles in the Bible. Plus news, weather, sports, and a whole lot more…

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Pope St. Gregory the Great’s Acclaim To The Suffering Christ

O Lord, You received affronts
without number from Your blasphemers,
yet each day You free captive souls
from the grip of the ancient enemy.

You did not avert Your face
from the spittle of perfidy,
yet You wash souls in saving waters.

You accepted Your scourging without murmur,
yet through your meditation
You deliver us from endless chastisements.

You endured ill-treatment of all kinds,
yet You want to give us a share
in the choirs of angels in glory everlasting.

You did not refuse to be crowned with thorns,
yet You save us from the wounds of sin.

In your thirst You accepted the bitterness of gall,
yet You prepare Yourself to fill us with eternal delights.

You kept silence under the derisive homage
rendered You by Your executioners,
yet You petition the Father for us
although You are his equal in Divinity.

You came to taste death,
yet You were the Life
and had come to bring it to the dead.

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On this memorial of the martyrdom of St. John the Baptist, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell talk to Mike Aquilina about John’s life and witness and what it meant for him to be the greatest of the prophets. Other guests include Gary Michuta from Hands On Apologetics, and Rita Heikenfeld with Bible Foods. Plus news, weather, sports and more…

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Act of Love

O my God, I love you above all things, with my whole heart and soul, because you are all-good and worthy of all love. I love my neighbor as myself for the love of you. I forgive all who have injured me, and I ask pardon of all whom I have injured. Amen.

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RECIPES FROM RITA

Jalapeno Popper Deviled Eggs

Ingredients:

12 large hardboiled eggs peeled
½ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup cream cheese softened
2-3 Tablespoons pickled jalapenos chopped
1 Tablespoon pickled jalapeno juice
2 teaspoons dijon mustard
Up to 1 teaspoon sugar
Pepper to taste
6 slices bacon, cooked and chopped real fine
Fresh jalapenos for garnish (optional but so good)

Instructions:

Cut the eggs in half lengthwise and add the yolks to a medium-sized bowl. Mash the yolks with a fork until it forms crumbles.
Add the mayonnaise, cream cheese, pickled jalapenos, jalapeno juice, dijon mustard, sugar, and black pepper to the bowl. Stir and mash until combined and smooth.

Add the bacon and stir it in. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.

Add the filling back to the egg whites, and fill them with a generous amount of the filling.

Garnish with a fresh jalapeno slice and more crispy bacon, if desired. Serve immediately or chill until serving.

Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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Joanna Gaines’ Pimiento Cheese

This is really good, and even better with a hit of cayenne!

Ingredients:

4 cups cheddar cheese, grated
1/2 cup Velveeta – 4 oz or so
2 cups real mayonnaise
1/2 cup diced pimientos or red pepper, raw or roasted
Minced green onions to taste – I like a good half cup or so, white and green parts both
Shake of cayenne (optional but good)
Handful roasted, chopped pecans (optional)

Instructions:

In a large bowl, combine the Cheddar cheeses, Velveeta, mayonnaise, pimientos, green onion, cayenne and pecans (if using). Stir gently until well mixed. Cover and chill for 1 hour before serving.

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Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Bishop James Conley of the Diocese of Lincoln to discuss an upcoming talk he’s giving on reclaiming a Christian vision of reality. Other guests include Kevin Schmiesing with This Week in Catholic History, and Stephanie Mann on John Henry Newman and the Church Fathers. Plus news, weather, sports, and a whole lot more…

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St. Augustine’s Prayer to the Holy Spirit

Breathe in me, O Holy Spirit, that my thoughts may all be holy. Act in me, O Holy Spirit, that my work, too, may be holy. Draw my heart, O Holy Spirit, that I love but what is holy. Strengthen me, O Holy Spirit, to defend all that is holy. Guard me, then, O Holy Spirit, that I always may be holy. Amen.

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Happy feast of St. Augustine! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Dr. Benjamin Lewis and Fr. Boniface Hicks to discuss the life and legacy of one of the most well known figures in all of Church history. Other guests include Gary Zimak with more thoughts from Scripture to address anxiety and worry, and canon lawyer Fr. Phillip-Michael Tangorra. Plus news, weather, sports and more…

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Prayer of St. Augustine

Late have I loved you, O Beauty ever ancient, ever new, late have I loved you! You were within me, but I was outside, and it was there that I searched for you. In my unloveliness I plunged into the lovely things which you created. You were with me, but I was not with you. Created things kept me from you; yet if they had not been in you they would have not been at all. You called, you shouted, and you broke through my deafness. You flashed, you shone, and you dispelled my blindness. You breathed your fragrance on me; I drew in breath and now I pant for you. I have tasted you, now I hunger and thirst for more. You touched me, and I burned for your peace.

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Happy feast of St. Monica! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell discuss her prayerful witness that led to the conversion of her son, St. Augustine. Guests include Kris McGregor to reflect on the Office of Readings, and Steve Ray to ponder what St. Paul might have meant by his “thorn in the flesh.” Plus news, weather, sports and more…

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St. Monica Sodality Prayer for Fallen Away Catholics

Eternal and merciful Father, I give You thanks for the gift of Your Divine Son Who suffered, died and rose for all mankind. I thank You also for my Catholic Faith and ask Your help that I may grow in fidelity by prayer, by works of charity and penance, by reflection on Your Word, and by regular participation in the Sacraments of Penance and the Holy Eucharist.

You gave Saint Monica a spirit of selfless love manifested in her constant prayer for the conversion of her son Augustine. Inspired by boundless confidence in Your power to move hearts, and by the success of her prayer. I ask the grace to imitate her constancy in my prayer for [name(s)] who no longer share(s) in the intimate life of Your Catholic family. Grant through my prayer and witness that (he/she/they) may be open to the promptings of Your Holy Spirit, and return to loving union with Your Church. Grant also that my prayer be ever hopeful and that I may never judge another, for You alone can read hearts. I ask this through Christ, our Lord. Amen.

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Happy feast of Our Lady of Czestochowa! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell discuss this traditional devotion of the Polish people to the Blessed Virgin Mary. Guests include Kevin Schmiesing with This Week in Catholic History, and Fr. John Gavin, SJ, with more insights into how the Church Fathers are quoted in the Catechism. Plus news, weather, sports and more…

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Prayer of St. Thomas Aquinas for Students

Come, Holy Spirit, Divine Creator, true source of light and fountain of wisdom! Pour forth your brilliance upon my dense intellect, dissipate the darkness which covers me, that of sin and of ignorance. Grant me a penetrating mind to understand, a retentive memory, method and ease in learning, the lucidity to comprehend, and abundant grace in expressing myself. Guide the beginning of my work, direct its progress, and bring it to successful completion. This I ask through Jesus Christ, true God and true man, living and reigning with You and the Father, forever and ever. Amen.

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Happy feast of St. Rose of Lima! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell discuss her legacy as one of the first saints from the Americas. Guests include Bobby Schindler from the Life and Hope Network, and Fr Hezekias Carnazzo from the Institute of Catholic Culture and Fr. Jonathan Duncan from the Diocese of Charleston to preview the Sunday Mass readings. Plus news, weather, sports, and more…

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A Prayer for the Sick

Dear Jesus, Divine Physician and Healer of the sick, we turn to you in this time of illness. O dearest comforter of the troubled, alleviate our worry and sorrow with your gentle love, and grant us the grace and strength to accept this burden. Dear God, we place our worries in your hands. We place our sick under your care and humbly ask that you restore your servants to health again. Above all, grant us the grace to acknowledge your will and know that whatever you do, you do for the love of us. Amen.

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Happy feast of the Queenship of Mary! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell discuss what it means for Mary’s assumption to culminate in her coronation. Guests include Rita Heikenfeld with Bible Foods, and Gary Michuta from Hands On Apologetics with more context to help us understand the Scriptures. Plus news, weather, sports and more…

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Salve Regina

Hail, Holy Queen, Mother of Mercy,
our life, our sweetness and our hope.
To thee do we cry,
poor banished children of Eve.
To thee do we send up our sighs,
mourning and weeping in this valley of tears.
Turn then, most gracious advocate,
thine eyes of mercy toward us,
and after this our exile
show unto us the blessed fruit of thy womb, Jesus.
O clement, O loving,
O sweet Virgin Mary.

Pray for us, O Holy Mother of God,
That we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ.

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RECIPES FROM RITA: GRAB & GO HIGH PROTEIN EGG MUFFINS

Prep time is about 5 minutes once you have everything measured out.
These are from a listener who says these make great “grab & go” breakfast muffins for the kids. (OR YOU!)
Makes about 6 egg muffins. Recipe doubles easily.
Now except for the eggs, feel free to do your own thing with add-ins. I like to add a few chopped green onions.
If you do add fresh spinach, cook it a bit, then drain to remove excess water.
If using frozen spinach, thaw and drain very well.

Ingredients
6 eggs
Salt and pepper
Crumbled cooked bacon, ham, chorizo, sausage – whatever you like — about 1/2 cup or so
Shredded cheese – a good 1/2 cup or so
Handful spinach, chopped (see note above) – optional
Parsley – optional but gives nice color

Instructions
First, spray nonstick muffin cups (yes, even nonstick cups tend to have egg stick in them after baking) or line muffin cups with paper liners and spray those, too.
Preheat oven to 375.
Whisk eggs and seasonings together.
Add meat, cheese and spinach. Whisk well.
Pour evenly into muffin cups.
Bake 15-18 minutes until eggs are set.

Note: after they cool, the egg muffins will deflate. That’s normal.
Refrigerate, covered, up to 4 days. Reheat in microwave.
Freeze and reheat in microwave.

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Happy feast of Pope St. Pius X! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell discuss his life and legacy, including lowering the age for First Communion. Guests include canon lawyer Fr. Phillip-Michael Tangorra, and Bill Schmitt on the real meaning of the word “joy.” Plus news, weather, sports, and more…

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Prayer to St. Joseph by Pope Pius X

Glorious St. Joseph, model of all who are devoted to labor, obtain for me the grace to work in the spirit of penance in expiation of my many sins; to work conscientiously by placing love of duty above my inclinations; to gratefully and joyously deem it an honor to employ and to develop by labor the gifts I have received from God, to work methodically, peacefully, and in moderation and patience, without ever shrinking from it through weariness or difficulty to work; above all, with purity of intention and unselfishness, having unceasingly before my eyes death and the account I have to render of time lost, talents unused, good not done, and vain complacency in success, so baneful to the work of God. All for Jesus, all for Mary, all to imitate thee, O patriarch St. Joseph! This shall be my motto for life and eternity. Amen.

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Happy feast of St. Bernard of Clairvaux! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell discuss how he came to be known as the “Mellifluous Doctor.” Guests include Fr. Boniface Hicks with more thoughts on personal prayer, and Kris McGregor to reflect on a selection from the Office of Readings. Plus news, weather, sports and more…

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The Memorare of St. Bernard of Clairvaux

Remember, O most gracious Virgin Mary, that never was it known that anyone who fled to your protection, implored your help or sought your intercession, was left unaided. Inspired by this confidence, I fly unto you, O Virgin of Virgins, my Mother. To you do I come, before you I stand, sinful and sorrowful. O Mother of the Word Incarnate, despise not my petitions, but in your clemency, hear and answer me. Amen

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Happy feast of St. John Eudes! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell discuss his life and teachings. Guests include Fr. John Gavin with more wisdom in the Church Fathers as quoted in the Catechism, and Kevin Schmiesing with This Week in Catholic History. Plus news, weather, sports and more…

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Prayer of St. John Eudes

O Lord, You have created me for Yourself, to love You and to enjoy You, infinite Good, ineffable Beauty; do not permit me to lose sight of this sublime end toward which I must tend; do not permit me to wander among the wretched satisfactions that vain, feeble creatures can offer me.

O my Lord, what poor use I have made of creatures! Pardon me, O Lord! Henceforth I do not want to use anything unless it is for Your glory and according to Your holy will, as Your Son Jesus did. O my God, if in the past I have turned aside from You who are my Beginning, my End, and my supreme good; if I have turned toward myself and creatures, preferring their will and mine to Yours, I here and now promise to renounce, entirely and forever the world and myself, and to give myself wholly and forever to You. O my God, I give myself to You as my Beginning; take complete possession of me. May I always abide in You! Be the beginning and end of all my actions. O my God, I give myself to You as my End, my Center, my supreme Good. Draw me to You! Make me tend continually toward You. Be my delight, my glory, my treasure, my all!

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Happy feast of St. Stephen of Hungary! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell talk to Dr. Matthew Bunson about St. Stephen’s heroic leadership, and Dr. Bunson’s own personal connection to his story. Other guests include Bobby Schindler from the Life and Hope Network, and Fr. Jonathan Duncan from the Diocese of Charleston to preview the Sunday Mass readings. Plus news, weather, sports and more…

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St. Thomas More’s Prayer for Good Humor

Grant me, O Lord, good digestion, and also something to digest.
Grant me a healthy body, and the necessary good humor to maintain it.
Grant me a simple soul that knows to treasure all that is good
and that doesn’t frighten easily at the sight of evil,
but rather finds the means to put things back in their place.
Give me a soul that knows not boredom, grumblings, sighs and laments,
nor excess of stress, because of that obstructing thing called “I.”
Grant me, O Lord, a sense of good humor.
Allow me the grace to be able to take a joke, to discover in life a bit of joy,
and to be able to share it with others. Amen.

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Happy feast of the Assumption! On today’s Holy Day of Obligation, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell talk about what it means that Mary was assumed, body and soul, into heaven at the end of her earthly life. Guests include Rita Heikenfeld with Bible Foods, and Gary Michuta with more background on the things you need to know to better understand the Bible.

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A Prayer to Our Lady, Health of the Sick

Our Lady, Health of the Sick,
I look to you for the comfort of a mother’s love,
I pray to you on behalf of those who are suffering
and for my own healing needs.
Mary, your love strengthens me
and brings me peace.

Our Lady, Health of the Sick,
embrace all who are emotionally and physically ill that they may return to
good health under your tender care. And please intercede for my very
special needs. (mention your needs here).

Mary, your love strengthens me and brings me peace.

Our Lady, Health of the Sick, pray for us. Amen.

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RECIPES FROM RITA

CHUNKY GLUTEN FREE GRANOLA WITH CHOCOLATE CHIPS 

Oats are naturally gluten free but if you’re concerned, buy oats with a “gluten free” label. 

The recipe calls for coconut oil since it solidifies a bit after cooling. I used butter as a substitute. You can use regular oil, but the granola may break up a little more.

Ingredients

Granola

1 1⁄2 cups gluten-free rolled oats – I use old fashioned
1/2 cup coconut flakes, large or small, unsweetened if you have it; if not sweetened is OK

1/2 cup slivered raw almonds (or raw almonds, chopped) 

1/2 cup raw pecan halves chopped a bit
1/4 tsp salt
Coating

3 Tbsp coconut oil or butter – I used butter
1/3 cup maple syrup
1 tsp vanilla
Add while cooling

1/4 cup dried fruit – optional – I used cranberries chopped up a bit

1/4 cup chocolate chips – optional – I used mini

Instructions

Preheat oven to 325.

Stir together oats, coconut, nuts and salt.

Over low heat, whisk oil or butter and syrup until combined. Don’t let boil. Stir in vanilla.

Pour over oat mixture.

Line small baking tray (I used small sheet pan) with parchment.

Spread mixture evenly on top. Pat down with spatula.

Bake 15 minutes, then turn pan around to bake evenly. Bake another 10 minutes, just until granola is golden. Don’t overbake.

Cool a minute or two, then sprinkle fruit on top. Pat down.

Sprinkle chocolate chips on top but leave alone. They’ll melt a bit as granola cools.

Cool completely before breaking up. It stays in larger pieces if you gently lift  the granola up with your hands, then break apart. It’s still yummy if some doesn’t stick together!

Store airtight room temperature for 2 weeks or freeze for a couple of months.

Adapted slightly from Minimalist Baker. 

GRAIN FREE GLUTEN FREE DAIRY FREE GRANOLA BARS, NO BAKE!

Daughter-in-law Jessie shared this recipe from Joyful Abode site a while back. I followed the recipe – no changes needed. Really yummy!

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups assorted nuts and seeds
• 1 cup dried fruit
• 2 cups shredded coconut 
• 1/4 cup coconut oil
• 1/2 cup honey
• splash of vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• generous sprinkle of cinnamon
• some more cinnamon

Roughly chop 1 cup of the nuts and seeds. Place in a bowl.

Use your food processor to pulse the other 1.5 cups of nuts and seeds into a finer “chop.” Add to the bowl.

Add your fruit.

Stir in the dried coconut.

In a saucepan over medium-low heat, combine oil, honey, vanilla, salt, and cinnamon. Cook until the mixture bubbles, then pour over the fruit/nut mixture.

Stir to combine completely.

Press your mixture into a parchment-lined pan of some sort. Press HARD.

Cool 2-3 hours, then remove from the pan and cut into bars. Cut straight down, don’t saw the bars. The bars cut best when completely cool.

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Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Fr. Hezekias Carnazzo and Fr. Jonathan Duncan to look ahead to this weekend’s Mass readings. Other guests include Bobby Schindler from the Life and Hope Network, and Ken Craycraft with more thoughts on reclaiming a Catholic vocabulary for talking about politics. Plus news, weather, sports and more…

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Prayer of St. Hilary of Poitiers

Father, keep us from vain strife of words.
Grant to us constant profession of the Truth!
Preserve us in a true and undefiled faith
so that we may hold fast to that
which we professed when we were baptized
in the Name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit,
that we may have Thee for our Father,
that we may abide in Thy Son
and in the fellowship of the Holy Spirit.
Through Jesus Christ, Our Lord.

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Happy feast of St. Maximillian Kolbe! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Dr. Matthew Bunson to share his incredible story of missionary zeal and sacrificial witness to the Gospel. Other guests include Karlo Broussard from Catholic Answers, and canon lawyer Fr. Phillip-Michael Tangorra. Plus news, weather, sports and more…

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St. Maximillian Kolbe Prayer Against Addiction

Saint Maximilian Maria Kolbe, your life of love and labor for souls was sacrificed amid the horrors of a concentration camp and hastened to its end by an injection of a deadly drug.
Look with compassion upon those who are now entrapped in addiction to drugs and whom we now recommend to your powerful intercession.
Having offered your own life to preserve that of a family man, we turn to you with trust, confident that you will understand and help.
Obtain for us the grace never to withhold our love and understanding, nor to fail in persevering prayer that the enslaving bonds of addiction may be broken and that full health and freedom may be restored to him / her whom we love.
We will never cease to be grateful to God who has helped us and heard your prayer for us. Amen.

Prayer from kolbemission.org.

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Happy feast of Bl. Michael McGivney! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell talk to Fr. John Paul Walker about how Fr. McGivney founded the Knights of Columbus. Guests include Fr. Boniface Hicks with more wisdom from the saints on personal prayer, and Kris McGregor with a reflection from the Office of Readings. Plus all the latest news, weather, sports and more…

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Prayer to St. Joseph by Pope Pius X

Glorious St. Joseph, model of all who are devoted to labor, obtain for me the grace to work in the spirit of penance in expiation of my many sins; to work conscientiously by placing love of duty above my inclinations; to gratefully and joyously deem it an honor to employ and to develop by labor the gifts I have received from God, to work methodically, peacefully, and in moderation and patience, without ever shrinking from it through weariness or difficulty to work; above all, with purity of intention and unselfishness, having unceasingly before my eyes death and the account I have to render of time lost, talents unused, good not done, and vain complacency in success, so baneful to the work of God. All for Jesus, all for Mary, all to imitate thee, O patriarch St. Joseph! This shall be my motto for life and eternity. Amen.

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Happy feast of St. Jane Frances de Chantal! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell talk about her life, and her spiritual connection to St. Francis de Sales. Guests include Kevin Schmiesing with This Week in Catholic History, and Fr. John Gavin on how the Church Fathers reflected on the words of consecration at Mass. Plus news, weather, sports and more…

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St. Thomas More Prayer

Give me Your grace, good Lord, to set the world at nought, to set my mind fast upon You. And not to hang upon the blast of men’s mouths.

To be content to be solitary. Not to long for worldly company, little and little utterly to cast off the world, and rid my mind of all the business thereof. 

Gladly to be thinking of God, piteously to call for His help, to lean unto the comfort of God, busily to labor to love Him.

To have continually in mind the passion that Christ suffered for me; for His benefits incessantly to give Him thanks.

To think my most enemies my best friends, for the brethren of Joseph could never have done him so much good with their love and favor as they did him with their malice and hatred.

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Happy feast of St. Edith Stein! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell talk to Dr. Matthew Bunson about her story of conversion and entry into religious life, as well as her impact as a philosopher and witness of martyrdom. Guests include Fr Hezekias Carnazzo from the Institute of Catholic Culture and Fr. Jonathan Duncan to preview the Sunday Mass readings from John 6, plus all the latest news, weather, sports and more…

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Prayer of St. Edith Stein (Teresa Benedicta of the Cross)

O my God, fill my soul with holy joy, courage and strength to serve You.  Enkindle Your love in me and then walk with me along the next stretch of road before me.  I do not see very far ahead, but when I have arrived where the horizon now closes down, a new prospect will open before me and I shall met with peace.

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Happy feast of St. Dominic! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell discuss his legacy as founder of the Order of Preachers. Guests include Gary Michuta with more interesting context to help us better understand the Bible, and Rita Heikenfeld with more foods and herbs from the Bible. Plus news, weather, sports and more…

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Collect for the Feast of St. Dominic

May Saint Dominic come to the help of your Church by his merits and teaching, O Lord, and may he, who was an outstanding preacher of your truth, be a devoted intercessor on our behalf. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever.

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RECIPES FROM RITA

Freezer Pesto

Go to taste. This is a nice one for the freezer. I make mine in the food processor. A blender or by hand with a mortar and pestle works, also. 

Now if you don’t want butter in your pesto, swap it out with more olive oil. 

Ingredients

1-2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons pine nuts or walnuts
2 tablespoons softened butter
2 cups basil leaves, packed
Palmful fresh parsley (optional)
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup Romano cheese (or use all Parmesan)
Olive oil
Salt and pepper

Instructions

Add everything to a food processor but oil, salt, and pepper, and blend until smooth. Add oil to your liking, starting with 1 tablespoon, then add salt and pepper.

Thicker is better for the tenderloins. You can always add more oil later for regular pesto.

Pesto stuffed pork tenderloin two ways

My friend, Mary Lee Olinger, an Anderson Township reader, shared the first recipe a while back. It has a delicious culinary history, starting with Mary Lee’s friend, Mary Ann Myers. 

Ingredients for each recipe

1 pork tenderloin, about 2 pounds, trimmed

Pesto

Garnish for each recipe

Romano & or Parmesan cheese – grated 

Pine nuts (optional)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 for both methods.

Method #1: filling the tenderloin 

Lay tenderloin on cutting board. Starting from the top, cut meat vertically not quite all the way through. What you want is a nice “trough” to fill.

Spread tenderloin open a bit, then spoon pesto until it fills (and overflows a bit) cavity. 

Place, cut side up, in sprayed baking pan. 

Tie roast in three places to keep it together.  Sprinkle cheese and nuts over roast. 

Method #2: filling the tenderloin

Lay tenderloin on cutting board. Starting on thinner end, take a sharp knife and slice horizontally almost all the way through. It will open up like a book. Pound out evenly. 

Spread pesto to within an inch of edges. Fold over the 2 short edges a little bit. This helps seal the roulade. Roll up, starting at long end. Place, seam side down, on sprayed baking pan. Smear some pesto on top.

Roasting for both 

Bake until done (145 degrees) – in my oven it took 20-30 minutes. Don’t over cook this lean cut of meat, or it will be dry.

Rest about 10 minutes, tented. Temperature will rise several degrees.

Slice thickly, then sprinkle with cheese and nuts if you like.

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Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Gary Zimak from Following the Truth to share more thoughts from Scripture to help us get perspective in the midst of a chaotic world. Other guests include canon lawyer Fr. Phillip-Michael Tangorra, and Fr. Rob Jack from the Archdiocese of Cincinnati. Plus news, weather, sports and a whole lot more…

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St. Thomas Aquinas prayer

Give us, O Lord, a steadfast heart,
which no unworthy affection may drag
downwards; give us an unconquered
heart, which no tribulation can wear
out; give us an upright heart, which
no unworthy purpose may tempt
aside. Bestow upon us also, O Lord
our God, understanding to know
you, diligence to seek you, wisdom
to find you, and a faithfulness that
may finally embrace you; through
Jesus Christ our Lord.

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Happy feast of the Transfiguration! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Dr. Benjamin Lewis from the International Commission on English in the Liturgy to discuss a 12th century hymn about the Transfiguration that they’ve recently translated. Other guests include Fr. Boniface Hicks with more thoughts on personal prayer, and Kris McGregor with a reflection from the Office of Readings. Plus all the latest news, weather, sports and more…

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Collect for the Transfiguration

O God, who in the glorious Transfiguration of your Only Begotten Son confirmed the mysteries of faith by the witness of the Fathers and wonderfully prefigured our full adoption to sonship, grant, we pray, to your servants, that, listening to the voice of your beloved Son, we may merit to become co-heirs with him. Who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever.

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Happy feast of Our Lady of the Snows! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Mike Aquilina to talk about the history of St. Mary Major in Rome and how it came to be built. Other guests include Bear Woznick on having the courage to speak truth even in uncomfortable situations, and Kevin Schmiesing with This Week in Catholic History. Plus all the latest news, weather, sports, and a whole lot more…

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A Prayer to Our Lady, Health of the Sick

Our Lady, Health of the Sick,
I look to you for the comfort of a mother’s love,
I pray to you on behalf of those who are suffering
and for my own healing needs.
Mary, your love strengthens me
and brings me peace.

Our Lady, Health of the Sick,
embrace all who are emotionally and physically ill that they may return to
good health under your tender care. And please intercede for my very
special needs. (mention your needs here).

Mary, your love strengthens me and brings me peace.

Our Lady, Health of the Sick, pray for us. Amen. 

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Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Bobby Schindler from the Life and Hope Network with more thoughts on recognizing the dignity of medically vulnerable people. Other guests include Fr. Jonathan Duncan from the Diocese of Charleston and Fr. Hezekias Carnazzo from the Institute of Catholic Culture to preview the Sunday Mass readings. Plus all the latest news, weather, sports, and a whole lot more…

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Prayer of St. Francis before the Crucifix

Most High, glorious God,
Enlighten the darkness of my heart, And give me right faith,
Certain hope,
And perfect charity,
Wisdom and understanding,
Lord, that I may carry out
Your holy and true command. Amen. 

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Happy feast of St. Alphonsus Liguori! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell discuss the life and times of this prolific Doctor of the Church. Guests include Gary Michuta with more insights into the context of the Bible, and pastoral counselor Kevin Prendergast on more ways to manage compulsive eating. Plus all the latest news, weather, sports, and a whole lot more…

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Prayer of St. John of the Cross

O Blessed Jesus,
give me stillness of soul in You.
Let Your mighty calmness reign in me.
Rule me, O King of Gentleness,
King of Peace.

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RECIPES FROM RITA

HELEN SARKY’S GREEN BEAN SALAD (Loubieh)

Go to taste on this – I used about 1 pound beans
1 1/2 POUNDS FRESH OR FROZEN GREEN BEANS
1 CLOVE GARLIC
SALT TO TASTE
1/2 CUP LEMON JUICE
SMALL ONION CHOPPED
2-3 TWIGS PARSLEY CHOPPED
1/3 CUP OLIVE OIL

Snip ends of green beans if fresh in to 2″ lengths (I left mine whole but snipped the ends)
Cook in salted water until tender
Drain and cool (I left mine a bit warm)
Mash garlic and salt
Add lemon juice and all remaining ingredients and toss gently to coat.
This recipe can be served hot or cold and serves between 4-6.

St. Louis church in Owensville serves a country style dinner – fried chicken and beef briskets with all the sides. The parishioners bring desserts. I’m making key lime pie.

The parishioners bring desserts. Here’s mine:

KEY LIME PIE

Shell:
Either purchase one (and you won’t have to prebake it) or make your own by combining 1-1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs, 4 tablespoons sugar and 6 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted. Pat into pan and bake in 350 degree oven for 6-12 minutes, depending upon how crisp you want your crust.

Filling:
4 large egg yolks, lightly beaten
12 oz sweetened condensed milk
½ cup Key lime juice
Instructions
Whisk everything together. Pour into shell and bake in 350 degree oven about 20-25 minutes, until center looks set but is still wobbly. Cool and refrigerate. Serve with whipped cream flavored with coconut if you like.

More recipes and tips at abouteating.com.

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Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome pastoral counselor Kevin Prendergast to share more connections between spiritual and mental health. Other guests include Courtney Brown from Ruah Woods with more insights into the Theology of the Body, and Rita Heikenfeld with Bible Foods. Plus all the latest news, weather, sports, and more…

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Morning Offering of St. Therese of Lisieux

O my God! I offer Thee all my actions of this day for the intentions and for the glory of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. I desire to sanctify every beat of my heart, my every thought, my simplest works, by uniting them to Its infinite merits; and I wish to make reparation for my sins by casting them into the furnace of Its Merciful Love.

O my God! I ask of Thee for myself and for those whom I hold dear, the grace to fulfill perfectly Thy Holy Will, to accept for love of Thee the joys and sorrows of this passing life, so that we may one day be united together in heaven for all Eternity. Amen.

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RECIPE FROM RITA: GERMAN POTATO SALAD

Cincinnati used to be called porkopolis around 1840 since it was the largest  pork processing center in the country. With its large German population, German potato salad with bacon and vinegar became popular and it’s still a beloved salad today.

Clara’s stovetop German potato salad

Clara did not use recipes so it took many tries to get this right. 

Want a sharper tasting sauce? Add more vinegar; more sugar if you like it  sweeter. 

Red or Yukon Gold are less starchy than baking potatoes so they don’t break up much. But go ahead and use whatever you have.

Ingredients

6 cups or so boiled potatoes, peeled or not, sliced 1/4” thick

1/2 pound or so thick bacon, cut into small pieces, then fried and set aside. Save drippings.

1 yellow onion diced (not sweet onion)

3 ribs celery, diced

2 tablespoons flour

2/3 cup cider vinegar or to taste

1/3 cup water or to taste

3-4 tablespoons sugar or to taste

Salt and pepper

Parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

While potatoes are cooking, make sauce:

Cook onion and celery in drippings until tender but not brown.

Sprinkle flour over, stir and add vinegar and water. It will look lumpy. Boil until slightly thickened, whisking as you go, then stir in sugar, salt and pepper. 

Put potatoes and bacon in bowl, pour dressing over and blend gently. 

Let sit a bit to absorb flavors and adjust seasonings. 

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Happy feast of St. Ignatius of Loyola! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell discuss his incredible conversion story and his path to founding the Society of Jesus. Guests include canon lawyer Fr. Phillip-Michael Tangorra, and Gary Zimak with more thoughts from Scripture on anxiety and worry. Plus all the latest news, weather, sports, and more…

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St. Ignatius of Loyola’s Prayer Against Anxiety

O Christ Jesus,
when all is darkness
and we feel our weakness and helplessness,
give us the sense of Your presence,
Your love, and Your strength.
Help us to have perfect trust
in Your protecting love
and strengthening power,
so that nothing may frighten or worry us,
for, living close to You,
we shall see Your hand,
Your purpose, Your will through all things.

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Happy feast of St. Peter Chrysologus! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell discuss the life and witness of this brilliant and fascinating Doctor of the Church. Guests include Fr. Boniface Hicks with more thoughts on personal prayer, Steve Ray to unpack more common concepts and items from Scripture, and Kris McGregor with reflections from the Office of Readings. Plus news, weather, sports and more…

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Prayer of Saint Boniface

Eternal God, the refuge and help of all your children,
we praise you for all you have given us,
for all you have done for us,
for all that you are to us.
In our weakness, you are strength,
in our darkness, you are light,
in our sorrow, you are comfort and peace.
We cannot number your blessings,
we cannot declare your love:
For all your blessings we bless you.
May we live as in your presence,
and love the things that you love,
and serve you in our daily lives;
through Jesus Christ our Lord.

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Happy feast of Sts. Mary, Martha, and Lazarus! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell discuss these three close friends of Jesus. Guests include Kevin Schmiesing with This Week in Catholic History, Brendan Hodge from The Pillar, and Fr. John Gavin with more thoughts on how the Church Fathers are quoted in the Catechism. Plus news, weather, sports and more…

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Prayer of Pope Clement XI

Lord, I believe in you: increase my faith.
I trust in you: strengthen my trust.
I love you: let me love you more and more.
I am sorry for my sins: deepen my sorrow.

I worship you as my first beginning,
I long for you as my last end,
I praise you as my constant helper,
And call on you as my loving protector.

Guide me by your wisdom,
Correct me with your justice,
Comfort me with your mercy,
Protect me with your power.

I offer you, Lord, my thoughts: to be fixed on you;
My words: to have you for their theme;
My actions: to reflect my love for you;
My sufferings: to be endured for your greater glory.

I want to do what you ask of me:
In the way you ask,
For as long as you ask,
Because you ask it.

Lord, enlighten my understanding,
Strengthen my will,
Purify my heart,
and make me holy.

Help me to repent of my past sins
And to resist temptation in the future.
Help me to rise above my human weaknesses
And to grow stronger as a Christian.

Let me love you, my Lord and my God,
And see myself as I really am:
A pilgrim in this world,
A Christian called to respect and love
All whose lives I touch,
Those under my authority,
My friends and my enemies.

Help me to conquer anger with gentleness,
Greed by generosity,
Apathy by fervor.
Help me to forget myself
And reach out toward others.

Make me prudent in planning,
Courageous in taking risks.
Make me patient in suffering, unassuming in prosperity.

Keep me, Lord, attentive at prayer,
Temperate in food and drink,
Diligent in my work,
Firm in my good intentions.

Let my conscience be clear,
My conduct without fault,
My speech blameless,
My life well-ordered.
Put me on guard against my human weaknesses.
Let me cherish your love for me,
Keep your law,
And come at last to your salvation.

Teach me to realize that this world is passing,
That my true future is the happiness of heaven,
That life on earth is short,
And the life to come eternal.

Help me to prepare for death
With a proper fear of judgment,
But a greater trust in your goodness.
Lead me safely through death
To the endless joy of heaven.

Grant this through Christ our Lord. Amen.

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Happy feast of St. James the Greater! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell discuss his role as part of the inner circle of Jesus. Guests include pastoral counselor Kevin Prendergast with thoughts on how to address compulsive eating, and Courtney Brown with more reflections on Theology of the Body. Plus news, weather, sports and more…

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St. Thomas Aquinas prayer

“Give us, O Lord, a steadfast heart,
which no unworthy affection may drag
downwards; give us an unconquered
heart, which no tribulation can wear
out; give us an upright heart, which
no unworthy purpose may tempt
aside. Bestow upon us also, O Lord
our God, understanding to know
you, diligence to seek you, wisdom
to find you, and a faithfulness that
may finally embrace you; through
Jesus Christ our Lord.”

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RECIPES FROM RITA: Crack Cherry Tomatoes

Ingredients

About 2 pounds cherry or grape tomatoes

1/4 cup olive oil

1 heaping tablespoon or more ranch seasoning dry powder

2 cloves garlic, minced

Salt and red pepper flakes to taste

Handful chopped chives, garlic or onion 

Good handful chopped basil

Feta or goat or Parmesan cheese

Instructions

Cut tomatoes in half.

Combine oil, ranch seasoning powder, garlic, salt, and red pepper flakes. Taste for seasonings – it should taste pretty strong.
Toss tomatoes in mixture.
Spread onto large rimmed baking sheet.
Roast in 375°F oven for 20-25 minutes.

Move tomatoes to a bowl. Toss with chopped basil, crumbled feta cheese, and chives

More recipes at abouteating.com.

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Happy feast of St. Charbel Makhlouf! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell discuss his extraordinary life, and the miracles that have come to be associated with him. Guests include Gary Zimak on the importance of encouragement among believers, Fr. Rob Jack with more reflections on the Litany of the Precious Blood, and canon lawyer Fr. Philip-Michael Tangorra. Plus news, weather, sports and more…

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Prayer of St. Charles Borromeo

Almighty God, you have generously made known to man the mysteries of your life through Jesus Christ your Son in the Holy Spirit. Enlighten my mind to know these mysteries which your Church treasures and teaches.

Move my heart to love them and my will to live in accord with them. Give me the ability to teach this Faith to others without pride, without ostentation, and without personal gain.

Let me realize that I am simply your instrument for bringing others to the knowledge of the wonderful things you have done for all your creatures. Help me to be faithful to this task that you have entrusted to me. Amen.

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Happy feast of St. Bridget of Sweden! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell discuss her extraordinary life and legacy. Guests include Fr. Boniface Hicks to discuss his experience of leading Adoration at the Eucharistic Congress, Kris McGregor from Discerning Hearts with thoughts from the Office of Readings. Plus all the latest news, weather, sports and more…

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Prayer of St. Clement of Alexandria

May we all live in the peace that comes from You. May we journey towards Your city, sailing through the waters of sin untouched by the waves, borne tranquilly along by the Holy Spirit, Your Wisdom beyond all telling. Night and day until the last day of all, may our praises give You thanks, our thanksgiving praise You: You who alone are both Father and Son, Son and Father, the Son who is our Tutor and our Teacher, together with the Holy Spirit.”

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Happy feast of St. Mary Magdalene! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell discuss her life and legacy, and her special patronages through the years. Guests include Fr. Patrick Briscoe and Marcel Lejeune to recap last week’s Eucharistic Congress, and Ken Craycraft on what happens next now that Biden is no longer running for president. Plus news, weather, sports and more…

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St. Thomas More Prayer

Give me Your grace, good Lord, to set the world at nought, to set my mind fast upon You. And not to hang upon the blast of men’s mouths.

To be content to be solitary. Not to long for worldly company, little and little utterly to cast off the world, and rid my mind of all the business thereof. 

Gladly to be thinking of God, piteously to call for His help, to lean unto the comfort of God, busily to labor to love Him.

To have continually in mind the passion that Christ suffered for me; for His benefits incessantly to give Him thanks.

To think my most enemies my best friends, for the brethren of Joseph could never have done him so much good with their love and favor as they did him with their malice and hatred.

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Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell get ready to pack up the studio and head to the Eucharistic Congress in Indianapolis. Guests include canon lawyer Fr. Philip-Michael Tangorra, Gary Zimak from Following the Truth, and Fr. Rob Jack with more reflections on the Litany of the Precious Blood. Plus news, weather, sports and more…

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Prayer of St. Hilary of Poitiers

Father, keep us from vain strife of words.
Grant to us constant profession of the Truth!
Preserve us in a true and undefiled faith
so that we may hold fast to that
which we professed when we were baptized
in the Name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit,
that we may have Thee for our Father,
that we may abide in Thy Son
and in the fellowship of the Holy Spirit.
Through Jesus Christ, Our Lord.

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Happy feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Debbie Capen of MiraVia to talk about the creative work they’re doing to support women in unplanned pregnancies. Other guests include Fr. Boniface Hicks with more thoughts on personal prayer, and Kris McGregor with thoughts on the Office of Readings. Plus all the latest news, weather, sports and more..

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Prayer to St. Jude for the sick

St. Jude, you witnessed the healing power of our Lord Jesus.  You saw His compassion for the sick and dying.  You yourself touched the sick, shared the sorrows of the mournful, and encouraged the despairing.  You received this authority and healing power to work wonders, to cure the incurable, to make people whole.  We ask you to intercede with our brother, Jesus, to send His saving grace to heal the sickness and suffering of all who are ill, to uplift their despondent spirits, and to instill hope in their hearts. Amen.

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Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell share more thoughts on September as the month of Our Lady of Sorrows. Guests include canon lawyer Fr. Phillip-Michael Tangorra, and Karlo Broussard from Catholic Answers on Jesus as the Suffering Servant in Isaiah. Plus news, weather, sports and a whole lot more…

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Prayer to St. Jude for the sick

St. Jude, you witnessed the healing power of our Lord Jesus.  You saw His compassion for the sick and dying.  You yourself touched the sick, shared the sorrows of the mournful, and encouraged the despairing.  You received this authority and healing power to work wonders, to cure the incurable, to make people whole.  We ask you to intercede with our brother, Jesus, to send His saving grace to heal the sickness and suffering of all who are ill, to uplift their despondent spirits, and to instill hope in their hearts. Amen.

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Happy feast of St. Bonaventure! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Dr. Matthew Bunson to discuss of the legacy of this Franciscan Doctor of the Church. Other guests include Brendan Hodge from The Pillar to unpack stats related to Catholic belief in the Real Presence, and Kevin Schmiesing with This Week in Catholic History. Plus all the latest news, weather, sports, and more…

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Collect Prayer for the Feast of St. Bonaventure

Grant, we pray, almighty God, that, just as we celebrate the heavenly birthday of the Bishop Saint Bonaventure, we may benefit from his great learning and constantly imitate the ardor of his charity. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever.

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Happy feast of St. Thomas the Apostle! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell share why it’s not exactly fair that he’s gotten the nickname “Doubting Thomas.” Guests include Gary Zimak to reflect on how Jesus went away to a quiet place to pray, and canon lawyer Fr. Philip-Michael Tangorra. Plus all the latest news, weather, sports and more…

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St. Monica Sodality Prayer for Fallen Away Catholics

Eternal and merciful Father, I give You thanks for the gift of Your Divine Son Who suffered, died and rose for all mankind. I thank You also for my Catholic Faith and ask Your help that I may grow in fidelity by prayer, by works of charity and penance, by reflection on Your Word, and by regular participation in the Sacraments of Penance and the Holy Eucharist.

You gave Saint Monica a spirit of selfless love manifested in her constant prayer for the conversion of her son Augustine. Inspired by boundless confidence in Your power to move hearts, and by the success of her prayer. I ask the grace to imitate her constancy in my prayer for [name(s)] who no longer share(s) in the intimate life of Your Catholic family. Grant through my prayer and witness that (he/she/they) may be open to the promptings of Your Holy Spirit, and return to loving union with Your Church. Grant also that my prayer be ever hopeful and that I may never judge another, for You alone can read hearts. I ask this through Christ, our Lord. Amen.

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To find out more about the relics of Sts. Francis and Clare coming to Ohio in August, contact the Poor Clares at pcc-cle.org.

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Kris Frank is online at eucharisticcongress.org.

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Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Dale Ahlquist from the American Chesterton Society to share details on their upcoming conference. Other guests include Fr. Boniface Hicks, OSB, with more thoughts on personal prayer, and Steve Ray on grandparents in the Bible. Plus all the latest news, weather, sports, and more…

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Prayer to St. Joseph for the Unemployed

Silent and well-known carpenter in Nazareth, model of workers, by the work of your hands you gave your contribution to the work of the Creator, you earned your living, and you provided for the needs of the Holy Family. Intercede for all workers, in the difficulties of their daily lives especially for the unemployed, in their anxieties for tomorrow, so that through the guidance of God, the great Architect and Builder, they all may use their strength and talents to make visible God’s new creation, to offer a concrete service to society, and to earn wages worthy of their efforts. With confidence and trust we make this prayer thru Jesus. Amen.

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Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Fr. John Gavin to share more excerpts from the Church Fathers that are quoted in the Catechism. Other guests include Brendan Hodge from The Pillar and Kevin Schmiesing with This Week in Catholic History. Plus all the latest news, weather, sports and a whole lot more…

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St. Albert the Great Prayer

We pray to You, O Lord,
who are the supreme Truth,
and all truth is from you.
We beseech You, O Lord,
who are the highest Wisdom,
and all the wise depend on You for their wisdom.
You are the supreme Joy,
and all who are happy owe it to You.
You are the Light of minds,
and all receive their understanding from You.
We love, we love You above all.
We seek You, we follow You,
and we are ready to serve You.
We desire to dwell under Your power
for You are the King of all. Amen.

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Bill Schmitt is online at onword.net.

Deacon Gerard-Marie Anthony, author of Peaceful Hearts, Zealous Hearts: How the Sacred Heart and Divine Mercy Devotions’ Complementary Message Make Us New

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