The Bishop's Hour

On today's show, Bishop Thomas J. Olmsted shares with us about the Year of Faith. Matt Smith, vice president of strategy and communication at Lifeteen talks about a new book for college students as well as upcoming XLT nights. Larry Costanzo, Chairman of the Arizona Rosary Celebration tells us about this year's event. Bishop Thomas J. Olmsted continues with part 2 of his series on freedom in his weekly message. The Bishop’s Hour is a program produced by and for the Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix, presenting Church news and theological reflections, discussing contemporary issues facing today’s Catholics in Arizona, and featuring a weekly message from Bishop Thomas J. Olmsted. It airs each Monday at 11 a.m. on 1310 AM Immaculate Heart Radio in Phoenix. Encore presentations can be heard each Thursday at 9 p.m.

Trent Horn, Coordinator for the Office of Respect Life talks to us about Jesus. Mary Peterson, Founder and Executive Director of Maggie’s Place, along with Katie, and alumna mom, tell us about the ministry and update us about some upcoming events. students from the Catholic Academy for Life Leadership talk about their experience in the program. Bishop Thomas J. Olmsted reflects on virtue in his weekly message. The Bishop’s Hour is a program produced by and for the Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix, presenting Church news and theological reflections, discussing contemporary issues facing today’s Catholics in Arizona, and featuring a weekly message from Bishop Thomas J. Olmsted. It airs each Monday at 11 a.m. on 1310 AM Immaculate Heart Radio in Phoenix. Encore presentations can be heard each Thursday at 9 p.m.

Steve Green, professor at University of Mary and Mesa Community College joins us to continue the discussion about isms. Fr. Mike Reinhardt, chaplain at St. Jude Hospice shares some of his experiences working in hospice and bringing comfort to the dying. Theresa Serrano, founding member of Friends of the Cathedral, talks about their work and some upcoming events. Bishop Thomas J. Olmsted reflects on freedom in his weekly message. The Bishop’s Hour is a program produced by and for the Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix, presenting Church news and theological reflections, discussing contemporary issues facing today’s Catholics in Arizona, and featuring a weekly message from Bishop Thomas J. Olmsted. It airs each Monday at 11 a.m. on 1310 AM Immaculate Heart Radio in Phoenix. Encore presentations can be heard each Thursday at 9 p.m.

Today, Rob Drapeau, Dean of Academics at Saint Mary's High School and Theology Professor with the Institute of Catholic Theology at St. Thomas the Apostle Parish in Phoenix, helps us learn more about heresy, Michael Warsaw, EWTN President and CEO talks to us about the upcoming EWTN Family Celebration, and Michael Kingman helps us better understand the Knights of Columbus. Bishop Olmsted shares a reflection on coming away to rest awhile in his weekly message. The Bishop’s Hour is a program produced by and for the Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix, presenting Church news and theological reflections, discussing contemporary issues facing today’s Catholics in Arizona, and featuring a weekly message from Bishop Thomas J. Olmsted. It airs each Monday at 11 a.m. on 1310 AM Immaculate Heart Radio in Phoenix. Encore presentations can be heard each Thursday at 9 p.m.

Today, Fr. Chris Corbally, SJ, Vice Director for the Vatican Observatory Research Group in Tucson joins us to talk about his work. Catholic wife, mother of three, freelance writer, speaker and blogger, Becky Bowers-Greene helps us understand authentic feminism. Ryan Hanning, Director of Parish Leadership Support at the Diocese of Phoenix, shares how the Church works to help those with disabilities. Bishop Thomas J. Olmsted shares part two of his reflection on Eucharistic love in his weekly message. The Bishop’s Hour is a program produced by and for the Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix, presenting Church news and theological reflections, discussing contemporary issues facing today’s Catholics in Arizona, and featuring a weekly message from Bishop Thomas J. Olmsted. It airs each Monday at 11 a.m. on 1310 AM Immaculate Heart Radio in Phoenix. Encore presentations can be heard each Thursday at 9 p.m.

On today's show, Trent Horn, coordinator at the Office of Respect Life, gives us some techniques for engaging in dialogue with atheists. Dr. Jo Markette, program director at the University of Mary in Tempe tells us about the school and what programs they are offering for their first semester. Cathy Vasquez from the Inter-Tribal Kateri Circle and the National Tekakwitha Conference talks about Blessed Kateri's life and canonization. Bishop Thomas J. Olmsted shares with us about Eucharistic Love, in his weekly message. The Bishop’s Hour is a program produced by and for the Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix, presenting Church news and theological reflections, discussing contemporary issues facing today’s Catholics in Arizona, and featuring a weekly message from Bishop Thomas J. Olmsted. It airs each Monday at 11 a.m. on 1310 AM Immaculate Heart Radio in Phoenix. Encore presentations can be heard each Thursday at 9 p.m.

Today, Fr. Mike Reinhardt, chaplain at St. Jude Hospice helps us better understand the Assumption of Mary. Fr. Doug Lorig, pastor of St. Maria Goretti in Scottsdale, shares the story of his journey to the Catholic Church. Arizona Diamondback, Willie Bloomquist talks about his faith. In his weekly message, Bishop Thomas J. Olmsted concludes his series on the blessings of a fruitful life. The Bishop’s Hour is a program produced by and for the Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix, presenting Church news and theological reflections, discussing contemporary issues facing today’s Catholics in Arizona, and featuring a weekly message from Bishop Thomas J. Olmsted. It airs each Monday at 11 a.m. on 1310 AM Immaculate Heart Radio in Phoenix. Encore presentations can be heard each Thursday at 9 p.m.

We explore part two of Knowing Your Isms, with Steve Greene, parish administrator at St. Anne parish, adjunct professor of Theology at University of Mary at ASU and adjunct professor at Mesa Community College. Fr. Killian McCaffrey, pastor of Our Lady of Perpetual Help in Scottsdale joins us to talk about the recent Eucharistic Congress in Ireland. Eric Westby, director of Leadership Credentialing and Certification at the Kino Institute, updates us on what courses and offerings are available. Bishop Thomas J. Olmsted continues his reflections on the blessing of a fruitful life in his weekly message. The Bishop’s Hour is a program produced by and for the Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix, presenting Church news and theological reflections, discussing contemporary issues facing today’s Catholics in Arizona, and featuring a weekly message from Bishop Thomas J. Olmsted. It airs each Monday at 11 a.m. on 1310 AM Immaculate Heart Radio in Phoenix. Encore presentations can be heard each Thursday at 9 p.m.

Today, Gavin Ahern, instructor at the Kino Institute and Theology teacher at Xavier College Preparatory, helps us understand true freedom in God's law. Deacon Paul Hursh talks about the death penalty and shares conversion stories from death row. Fr. Sergio Fita, pastor of St. Anne's in Gilbert, talks about parish life. Bishop Thomas Olmsted reflects on the poor widow from Mark's Gospel in his weekly message. The Bishop’s Hour is a program produced by and for the Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix, presenting Church news and theological reflections, discussing contemporary issues facing today’s Catholics in Arizona, and featuring a weekly message from Bishop Thomas J. Olmsted. It airs each Monday at 11 a.m. on 1310 AM Immaculate Heart Radio in Phoenix. Encore presentations can be heard each Thursday at 9 p.m.

Today, Steve Green, parish administrator from St. Anne parish in Gilbert and adjunct professor at University of Mary at Arizona State University begins a series on "knowing your isms." Nikolas Nikas, president, CEO and general counsel for the Bioethics Defense Fund talks about the HHS Mandate and the abortion premium. Fr. Killian McCaffrey, pastor of Our Lady of Perpetual Help in Scottsdale talks about parish transitions. The Bishop’s Hour is a program produced by and for the Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix, presenting Church news and theological reflections, discussing contemporary issues facing today’s Catholics in Arizona, and featuring a weekly message from Bishop Thomas J. Olmsted. It airs each Monday at 11 a.m. on 1310 AM Immaculate Heart Radio in Phoenix. Encore presentations can be heard each Thursday at 9 p.m.

This episode features Fr. Sergio Fita, pastor of St. Anne Parish in Gilbert talking to us about the importance of Confession. Physician Assistant, Lisa Clouse-McDaniel, gives us a clearer understanding of Natural Family Planning. Fr. Leo Patalinghug, also known as the Cooking Priest joins us to talk about his passion for faith and food. Bishop Thomas J. Olmsted continues to share about the blessings of a fruitful life in his weekly message. The Bishop’s Hour is a program produced by and for the Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix, presenting Church news and theological reflections, discussing contemporary issues facing today’s Catholics in Arizona, and featuring a weekly message from Bishop Thomas J. Olmsted. It airs each Monday at 11 a.m. on 1310 AM Immaculate Heart Radio in Phoenix. Encore presentations can be heard each Thursday at 9 p.m.

On today's show we'll discuss the various kinds of Marian apparitions with Fr. Doug Lorig, Pastor at St. Maria Goretti Parish in Scottsdale. Fr. Robert Skagen, from St. Helen Parish in Glendale, will discuss the Eastern Catholic Church and how our liturgies are different, but are still Catholic. Sr. Linda Campbell, O.S.B., prioress of Our Lady of Guadalupe Monastery in Phoenix, talks about her vocation and why she chose the Benedictine Order. Bishop Thomas J. Olmsted shares his weekly message on the priesthood. The Bishop’s Hour is a program produced by and for the Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix, presenting Church news and theological reflections, discussing contemporary issues facing today’s Catholics in Arizona, and featuring a weekly message from Bishop Thomas J. Olmsted. It airs each Monday at 11 a.m. on 1310 AM Immaculate Heart Radio in Phoenix. Encore presentations can be heard each Thursday at 9 p.m.

Today, Auxiliary Bishop Eduardo A Nevares of the Diocese of Phoenix joins us to talk about about religious freedom and his new role as president of the Arizona Ecumenical Council. Dcn. Kurt Perera and Dcn. Chris Axline, recently ordained Transitional Deacons, share their vocation stories as well as expectations in their final year before becoming priests. Ron Johnson, executive director of the Arizona Catholic Conference, gives us a legislative wrap-up. Bishop Thomas J. Olmsted shares his remarks from the Religious Freedom Rally that took place in Phoenix. The Bishop’s Hour is a program produced by and for the Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix, presenting Church news and theological reflections, discussing contemporary issues facing today’s Catholics in Arizona, and featuring a weekly message from Bishop Thomas J. Olmsted. It airs each Monday at 11 a.m. on 1310 AM Immaculate Heart Radio in Phoenix. Encore presentations can be heard each Thursday at 9 p.m.

On today's show, Steve Greene, parish administrator from St. Anne Parish in Gilbert and adjunct professor at Mesa Community College joins us to help us understand how faith and reason can co-exist. Matt Smith, executive vice president of communication and strategy at Life Teen shares his excitement about keeping young people engaged in their faith. Debbie Lesko, state representative, talks about House Bill 2625. Bishop Thomas J. Olmsted shares his weekly message on our call as Catholics in the public square. The Bishop’s Hour is a program produced by and for the Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix, presenting Church news and theological reflections, discussing contemporary issues facing today’s Catholics in Arizona, and featuring a weekly message from Bishop Thomas J. Olmsted. It airs each Monday at 11 a.m. on 1310 AM Immaculate Heart Radio in Phoenix. Encore presentations can be heard each Thursday at 9 p.m.

On the program today, Fr. William Kosco, pastor of St. Henry parish in Buckeye joins us to help us understand the end times from a Catholic perspective. Mark Hart, executive vice president of Life Teen gives us some tips to help teens have positive opportunities during the summer. Sr. Mary Norbert-Long, SC reflects on her time here in the Valley before leaving for her new role with her order, the Sisters of Charity. Bishop Thomas J. Olmsted shares part four of his series on the blessing of a fruitful life with a look at benefits for spouses. The Bishop’s Hour is a program produced by and for the Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix, presenting Church news and theological reflections, discussing contemporary issues facing today’s Catholics in Arizona, and featuring a weekly message from Bishop Thomas J. Olmsted. It airs each Monday at 11 a.m. on 1310 AM Immaculate Heart Radio in Phoenix. Encore presentations can be heard each Thursday at 9 p.m.