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Son Rise Morning Show 2026.11.13

Happy feast of St. Frances Xavier Cabrini! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Dawn Marie Beutner to share more of the story of one of the most extraord

Catholic Culture, Fellowship, and Faith at Sea: John Hale on the 2028 Sailing Grace Cruise

What happens when you charter an entire Holland America ship for a weeklong festival of Catholic faith, art, music, sacraments, and fellowship in the Caribbean? On The So

Seeing Christ in the Poor: Fr. Sebastian Walshe on Matthew 25 and the Beatitude of Mercy

Why does Jesus make concrete acts of mercy the ultimate measure of our eternal salvation in Matthew 25, and what separates authentic Christian charity from mere social wo

Teaching Theology of the Body Through Story: Courtney Brown on Episode 2 of The Stolen Pearl

How can parents introduce children and teens to St. John Paul II’s Theology of the Body—helping them understand human relationships, mystery, and virtue—through engaging

Milk, Eggs, and Thanksgiving Corn Pudding: Rita Heikenfeld on Bible Foods and Festive Sides

What do St. Paul’s metaphor of "spiritual milk" and Jesus’ teaching on good gifts have to do with classic Thanksgiving corn pudding? On The Son Rise Morning Show, host Ma

Son Rise Morning Show 2026.11.12

Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome pastoral counselor Kevin Prendergast to discuss thoughts on how to have a healthy relationship with mo

From Shepherd King to Christ the King: Dr. John Bergsma on Biblical Kingship

How does Old Testament kingship prepare the way for the Solemnity of Christ the King at the end of the liturgical year? On The Son Rise Morning Show, co-host Anna Mitchel

Overcoming Greed, Envy, and Scarcity Fear: Kevin Prendergast on the Pope’s November Prayer Intention

How can Catholics approach money, holiday spending, and charitable giving with spiritual freedom rather than guilt, fear, or social comparison? On The Son Rise Morning Sh

Spiritual Warfare Against Boredom and Despair: Fr. Robert Nixon on Thomas à Kempis’s Solitude and Silence

How does the enemy exploit spiritual dryness, boredom, and deep sadness to discourage souls striving to grow closer to God? On The Son Rise Morning Show, host Anna Mitche

Son Rise Morning Show 2026.11.11

Happy feast of St. Martin of Tours, and happy Veterans Day! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Dr. John Pepino and Dr. Ken Craycraft to discuss St. Mar

"Destined to Please Me by Failure": Fr. Augustine Wetta on St. Rose Philippine Duchesne

What does true spiritual success look like in the eyes of God when worldly efforts seem to fail at every turn? On The Son Rise Morning Show, host Matt Swaim welcomes back

Co-Responsibility and Subsidiarity: Fr. Frank Donio on Pope Leo XIV and the Role of the Laity

What does true co-responsibility look like for the lay faithful in the Catholic Church today, and how do we avoid a consumer mentality when participating in parish life?

Miracles of Miersen: Shaun McAfee on Eucharistic Devotion, Prioritizing Mass, and Sunday Rest

What can two extraordinary 13th- and 15th-century Eucharistic miracles in the Netherlands teach modern Catholics about prioritizing Christ, keeping the Sabbath, and manag

The Providence of Armistice Day: Mike Aquilina on St. Martin of Tours, Veterans, and Spiritual Warfare

Is it mere coincidence or divine providence that the World War I Armistice ending the Great War was enacted on the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month—the Feast o

Holy Spirit Power and Mass Logistics: Fr. Philip Michael Tangorra on Papal Travel, Gen Z Youth, and Economic Dignity

What does it take to logistically host millions of young Catholics at a papal Outdoor Mass, and how does Catholic social teaching address artificial intelligence and econ

A Confluence of Grace: Dr. Ken Craycraft on St. Martin of Tours, Sobriety, and Divine Providence

How can the feast day of a 4th-century saint become an enduring beacon of hope and healing for modern souls recovering from addiction? On The Son Rise Morning Show, host

Navigating Life's Storms with Faith: Gary Zimak on Mark 4:40 and Overcoming Fear

Why do we still experience fear even after God has brought us through past trials, and how can we cultivate a deeper, more trusting faith in the midst of life's daily sto

Soldier, Monk, and Apostle of Gaul: Dr. John Pepino on St. Martin of Tours

How did a young Roman cavalry officer born to pagan parents in Pannonia become one of the most revered monastic founders and patron saints of France? On The Son Rise Morn

Son Rise Morning Show 202611.10

Happy feast of Pope St. Leo the Great! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Mike Aquilina and Dr. Matthew Bunson to discuss the life and legacy of one of

Mary as the Model of Discipleship: Alan Smith on Blessed Fulton Sheen's Marian Devotion

How does a lifelong devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary deepen a personal relationship with Jesus Christ, and what can Blessed Fulton Sheen teach us about Marian entrustm