The Bishop's Hour

On today's show Tom Perna, director of Adult Evangelization and Catechesis, St. Mary Magdalene in Gilbert joins us to help us get to know some of the lesser-known Doctors of the Church. Fr. John Ehrich, pastor at St. Thomas the Apostle shares about his vocation, the parish, school and Institute of Theology as well as a special evening Mass series for Advent. Debbie Georgianni, Community Relations Director for Immaculate Heart Radio gives us an update on the network. Bishop Thomas J. Olmsted concludes his series on being Catholic and American. 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 broadcast, Tom Bookhout, chorus master, The Phoenix Symphony joins us to talk about Handel's Messiah. We learn more about the gift of adoption with guests from Catholic Charities Community Services. Fr. John Muir, pastor of St. Rose Philippine Duchesne talks about the parish. Today is also the feast day of St. Rose. Bishop Thomas J. Olmsted continues his series on being Catholic and American 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, Dr. Ramon Luzarraga, assistant professor of Theology, founding faculty, Benedictine University, Mesa joins us to explain the Catholic Reformation. Dcn. John Scott reflects on his military service and his faith. Paul Hobaica, owner and Tony Cardenas, installation specialist at Hobaica Services share their experiences of helping others through the BEGIN program. Bishop Thomas J. Olmsted continues with part 2 of his reflection on the Eucharist as an antidote to loneliness 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.

This week Fr. Will Schmid, Parochial Administrator, St. Mary Magdalene, Gilbert helps us better understand the Transfiguration. Sr. Maria Kim shares about her vocation and making her perpetual profession with the Daughters of St. Paul. Fr. Eugene Florea talks about a more contemplative life and the new Merciful Heart Hermitage. Bishop Thomas J. Olmsted continues his reflection on being Catholic and American 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.

This week Dr. Ramon Luzarraga, founding faculty member and Theology professor at Benedictine University, Mesa helps us understand the papal encyclical on faith in light of the encyclicals on hope and love. We get to know the two newly-ordained priests to the Diocese of Phoenix, Fr. Chris Axline and Fr. Kurt Perera. Ron Johnson, executive director of the Arizona Catholic Conference recaps the most recent legislative session. Bishop Thomas J. Olmsted continues his reflection on being Catholic and American 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.

This week, Fr. John Parks, chaplain at Notre Dame Preparatory High School, joins us to share about his vocation and his work with students. Fr. John Bonavitacola, pastor at Our Lady of Mount Carmel talks about the use of medications and a recent Vatican meeting of health professionals. Mark Hart, vice president of Lifeteen, gives us insight into reaching middle school kids and a Bible study program he developed for that age group. 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 week Fr. Paul Sullivan, Vocations director for the Diocese of Phoenix, gives us a closer, more personal look at the Sacrament of Confession. Manda Poffel, coordinator of New Evangelization at St. Timothy Catholic Church in Mesa tells us how we can share the Good News of Jesus. Dick Hannon, member of the Advisory Committee for the Catholic Community Foundation and Board Member of Arizona Right to Life gives us an opportunity to support sanctity of life work with a new fund with the Catholic Community Foundation. Bishop Thomas J. Olmsted reflects on St. Kateri Tekakwitha 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, Sr. Ginger Downey, general secretary, Our Lady of Victory Missionary Sisters and partner with Faith on Fire, helps us embrace Ordinary Time. Mark Hart, vice president of Lifeteen talks to us about using social media to evangelize.Fr. Matt Lowry, chaplain, Holy Trinity Catholic Newman Center, Northern Arizona University shares his experience from previous World Youth Days and plans for going this year. Bishop Thomas J. Olmsted reflects on part 2 of what it means to be Catholic and American. 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, Fr. Kieran Kleczewski, executive director of the Office of Worship and pastor at St. Thomas Aquinas joins us to talk about some of the popes in history. Fr. Sean Carroll, S.J., executive director of the Kino Border Initiative gives us a glimpse into their work in serving the needs of our brothers and sisters at the border. Shannon Clancy, chief development officer at St. Vincent de Paul, shares about their work and their needs during the summer. Bishop Thomas J. Olmsted reflects on being Catholic and American 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.

This week, Fr. Bob Rossi, osc, helps us understand the connection between St. Odilia, the Crosiers and healing. Alan Sears, CEO and general counsel with Alliance Defending Freedom talks about threats to religious freedom and the status of current legal battles. Dr. Michael Carroll, president of Benedictine University in Mesa shares the vision and approach of the new university campus. Bishop Thomas J. Olmsted reflects on St. Thomas More 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 Bishop Thomas J. Olmsted joins us to help us understand what freedom means to us as Christians and the threats in our society to freedom. Craig Colson, recording artist and music director at St. Jerome talks about music and his new project. Debbie Georgianni, Community Relations director of Immaculate Heart Radio gives us an update on the recent pledge drive. Bishop Thomas J. Olmsted reflects on Pope Emeritus Benedict and Pope Francis 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.

This week, Fr. Craig Friedley, pastor at Our Lady of Guadalupe parish in Queen Creek talks to us about our core belief of the Real Presence of Christ in the Eucharist. Also, Sr. Margery Therese of the Congregation of Parish Visitors of Mary Immaculate shares her experiences with door to door ministry. Fr. John Bonavitacola, pastor of Our Lady of Mount Carmel parish in Tempe helps us understand and celebrate fostering vocations in the parish. Bishop Thomas J. Olmsted presents part 2 of his reflection on fatherhood 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, we hear part two of the history of the Mass with Fr. Kieran Kleczewski, pastor of St. Thomas Aquinas and executive director of the Office of Worship with the Diocese of Phoenix. We will also hear from several students from Catholic high schools as they talk about the future, their faith and the New Evangelization. Bishop Thomas J. Olmsted reflects on the role of a father, part I 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 learn about the history of the Mass with Fr. Kieran Kleczewski, pastor of St. Thomas Aquinas and executive director of the Office of Worship with the Diocese of Phoenix. Monica Fitzgibbons, Co-Founder, De Montfort Music shares the story of the Benedictines of Mary and the beautiful music they sing. Patrick Priel, veteran and Grand Knight with the Fr. Novatus Council at Our Lady of Perpetual Help in Scottsdale shares about his service, his disability and his faith. Bishop Thomas J. Olmsted reflects on the Feast of Corpus Christi 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, Fr. William "Billy" Kosco, pastor of St. Henry in Buckeye helps us to recognize the Holy Spirit. Fr. Charlie Goraieb, pastor of St. Timothy in Mesa, talks about exorcism, the influence of the devil and an upcoming healing and deliverance conference with Fr. Jose A. Fortea. John Garcia, public relations director with the Knights of Columbus talks about their work and their upcoming state convention. Bishop Thomas J. Olmsted reflects on the priesthood as he prepares to ordain two new priests next month. 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.