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The Best of the Week
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Life can get busy, and it's easy to miss out on the captivating moments from your favorite Relevant Radio shows. But now, we've got you covered! "The Best of the Week - Relevant Radio Podcast" brings you the crème de la crème of Relevant Radio's programming. We carefully curate and compile the most engaging and relevant content from the past week, just for you! Get ready to catch up on faith, culture, current events, and personal growth, all in one convenient and easily accessible podcast. It's like having a front-row seat to the most compelling moments from Relevant Radio's diverse range of shows. So, whether you're an active Relevant Radio listener or new to our programming, "The Best of the Week - Relevant Radio Podcast" is your passport to a world of knowledge, growth, and inspiration.
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Our Hearts Are Restless Until They Rest in God (The Patrick Madrid Show)
May 2700:14:46Tap to summarizeOn The Patrick Madrid Show, a caller named Charlie shared a deeply personal struggle: growing up in a faithful Catholic home while also experiencing same-sex attraction. He spoke candidly about feelings of alienation, painful experiences within Catholic circles, and the challenge of reconciling his desires with the teachings of the Church. Patrick responded first with compassion, acknowledging Charlie’s suffering without dismissing the reality of the Church’s teaching. “I don’t condemn you,” Patrick told him. “I’m not here to condemn anybody.” The heart of the conversation centered on a difficult but universal question: Will we allow our desires to master us, or will we surrender them to Christ? Patrick reminded listeners that every Christian, regardless of their particular struggles, is called to live a life of chastity and holiness. To illustrate this, Patrick turned to St. Augustine, who famously wrote, “Our hearts are restless, O Lord, until they rest in Thee.” Augustine himself wrestled with powerful temptations before discovering that lasting joy comes not from satisfying every desire, but from surrendering fully to God. Patrick emphasized that authentic happiness is possible through grace, prayer, and perseverance. While the struggle may remain, Christ never abandons those who seek Him sincerely. The best way to listen to the Best of the Week is on our #1 Free Catholic App. It’s free, and always will be! To get and share the Relevant Radio app, check it out here.
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Are We Raising Resilient Adults? (Trending with Timmerie)
May 2700:15:59Tap to summarizeWhy do so many people today struggle socially, emotionally, and relationally? On Trending with Timmerie, psychiatrist and cognitive behavioral psychotherapist Dr. Hannah Spier explores how modern parenting and cultural trends may be contributing to a growing inability to handle discomfort, relationships, and adult responsibility. Dr. Spier explains that many young people, especially girls, are being raised with a heavy emphasis on confidence, ambition, and self-expression, while other essential virtues are neglected. “We confuse rudeness for confidence,” she says, warning that constantly encouraging children to “speak up” without teaching restraint or consideration for others can damage healthy social development. She points to the importance of agreeableness and conscientiousness — traits that help people cooperate, endure hardship, and build strong relationships. Without these virtues, ambition can quickly turn into resentment when life becomes difficult or unfair. “You have people who are very ambitious and they want lofty goals, but if they have no conscientiousness, they won’t reach it,” Dr. Spier explains. “And then they get resentful.” Timmerie connects this struggle to family life, especially the loss of shared sacrifice and responsibility within larger families. Learning to wait, compromise, and think of others helps children understand that they are not the center of the universe. Boundaries, discipline, and even disappointment all help form emotional resilience. The conversation also highlights how modern culture often treats discipline as something negative rather than necessary for growth. Yet Dr. Spier argues that discipline teaches people how to endure discomfort, regulate emotions, and pursue long-term goals with maturity. At its heart, this discussion is a reminder that virtue formation matters. Confidence alone cannot sustain a meaningful life. Real strength comes from humility, self-control, patience, and love for others — virtues that help people flourish in families, friendships, and faith. The best way to listen to the Best of the Week is on our #1 Free Catholic App. It’s free, and always will be! To get and share the Relevant Radio app, check it out here.
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Archbishop Fulton Sheen’s Missionary Legacy Still Shapes the Church (The Tim Glemkowski Show)
May 2000:11:11Tap to summarizeFor many Catholics, Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen is remembered as the “TV bishop” whose wit and wisdom captivated millions. But Monsignor Roger Landry says Sheen’s greatest impact may have happened beyond the television screen. Speaking on The Tim Glemkowski Show, Monsignor Landry reflected on Sheen’s upcoming beatification and the enormous legacy he left behind as a missionary leader, evangelizer, and defender of the Catholic Faith. “He really took the Church in the United States and helped us to become by far the most generous mission in the world,” Monsignor Landry explained. During his years leading the Pontifical Mission Societies, Sheen helped American Catholics fund churches, seminaries, convents, and dioceses across the globe. Monsignor Landry shared that one Nigerian seminary, now the largest in the world with more than 700 seminarians, was built largely through Sheen’s efforts and the generosity of American Catholics. But Sheen’s influence wasn’t only financial. Monsignor Landry believes Sheen also transformed how Catholics were viewed in America. “If Sheen is what it means to be a Catholic, we’ve got nothing to be afraid of,” many non-Catholics began to say. Today, seminarians around the world still read Sheen’s Life of Christ, and his books and recordings continue supporting missionary work through ongoing royalties. “My greatest love has always been for the missions of the Church,” Sheen once said. For Monsignor Landry, Sheen’s beatification is a reminder that holiness and evangelization go hand in hand. The best way to listen to the Best of the Week is on our #1 Free Catholic App. It’s free, and always will be! To get and share the Relevant Radio app, check it out here.
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From Night Terrors to Healing Prayers (Family Rosary Across America)
May 2000:01:35Tap to summarizeKim from Harlem, Georgia, called Family Rosary Across America with both a heavy heart and a grateful one. She asked Fr. Rocky and the Relevant Radio family to pray for her brother, Jonathan, who recently learned he has a mass on his kidney. Because doctors cannot safely biopsy it, they are recommending removing the kidney. Kim’s prayer was simple and full of faith: that God would completely heal Jonathan and “that the mass would just dissolve back to where it came from.” But Kim also shared a beautiful praise report. Months earlier, her granddaughter Gwendolyn had struggled with severe night terrors. After the Relevant Radio family prayed for her, everything changed. “Since that time, she has had no night terrors,” Kim said joyfully. Fr. Rocky remembered the call well and thanked listeners, including “Pete the dentist” and even a prisoner who had been praying for Gwendolyn. “Thanks be to God,” he said. In one short call, listeners witnessed both the burden of suffering and the power of faithful prayer. It was a reminder that no intention is too small, and no prayer is ever wasted. The best way to listen to the Best of the Week is on our #1 Free Catholic App. It’s free, and always will be! To get and share the Relevant Radio app, check it out here.
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What Does It Really Mean to Judge? (Father Simon Says)
May 2000:06:14Tap to summarizeMost people hear Jesus say, “Judge not,” and assume Christians should never make judgments. But on Father Simon Says, Fr. Richard Simon explains that Scripture paints a much deeper picture. Fr. Simon remembered St. Paul’s words, “Do you not know that we will judge angels?” Judgment in the Bible is not merely condemnation. Instead, it is the revelation of truth and, at times, the giving of wise counsel. “We think of judgment simply in forensic terms,” Fr. Simon says. “But judgment is a statement of truth.” Drawing from Wisdom chapter three, he describes the souls of the just “darting about like sparks through stubble,” sharing in God’s wisdom and helping others find Him. In this sense, “judging the nations” means offering guidance rooted in truth rather than self-righteous opinions. Fr. Simon also warns against becoming judgmental people who constantly criticize others. Jesus, he explains, condemns the habit of continual condemnation, not the need for discernment. Christians are still called to judge situations wisely and lovingly. Fr. Simon shares the story of a priest who briefly died and described judgment not as a courtroom argument, but as seeing himself exactly as God saw him. “When he saw the truth of his life revealed,” Fr. Simon explains, “he realized he didn’t deserve Heaven at all.” The reflection becomes a powerful reminder that God’s judgment is ultimately truth illuminated by mercy. The best way to listen to the Best of the Week is on our #1 Free Catholic App. It’s free, and always will be! To get and share the Relevant Radio app, check it out here.
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Principles for a Parish That Makes Disciples (The Inner Life)
May 2000:13:20Tap to summarizeWhat makes a parish truly thrive? According to Fr. Sammie Maletta, it begins long before programs or strategies. It starts with personal conversion. Speaking with Patrick Conley on The Inner Life, Fr. Sammie outlined principles from his book Be Disciples, Make Disciples, offering a roadmap for parish renewal rooted in the Gospel. “The first principle is: it starts with you,” Fr. Sammie explained. “You can’t give what you don’t have.” Leaders must first surrender themselves to Christ before they can lead others to Him. At the center of everything is the Church’s mission: “Be disciples, make disciples.” Fr. Sammie stressed that ministry cannot become about personal preferences. Instead, every decision should help draw people closer to Jesus Christ. One of the strongest themes in the conversation was trust in the Holy Spirit. Fr. Sammie encouraged Catholics to take bold risks in faith, even when success seems uncertain. He recalled making a costly parish decision after prayer, only to receive an unexpected million-dollar donation the very next day. He also emphasized the importance of clear vision. At his parish, the repeated mission statement eventually became second nature, even to children. One young boy shouted it proudly at Christmas Mass: “Be disciples who make disciples.” Fr. Sammie’s message is simple but urgent: the Church cannot afford complacency. Renewal happens when Catholics pursue holiness, invest deeply in others, and courageously trust God to do the impossible. The best way to listen to the Best of the Week is on our #1 Free Catholic App. It’s free, and always will be! To get and share the Relevant Radio app, check it out here.
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From Fear to Flight: Jessica Cox’s Incredible Witness of Faith (Morning Air)
May 2000:11:26Tap to summarizeJessica Cox has spent her entire life doing what others thought was impossible. Born without arms, she learned from an early age how to adapt using her feet, but more importantly, she learned how to trust God. Speaking with John Morales on Morning Air, Jessica reflected on growing up in a strong Catholic family that taught her to see her challenges through the lens of faith. “My mom would often say, ‘Be patient, Jessica. God has a great plan for you,’” she shared. That faith became the foundation for everything that followed. As a child, Jessica learned to pray the Rosary using her toes after watching her family pray together each night. Later, Taekwondo helped her develop confidence and resilience, eventually earning a fourth-degree black belt. But perhaps her greatest challenge was overcoming her fear of flying. Despite being terrified of airplanes, Jessica decided to confront that fear head-on. Through determination, prayer, and trust in God, she became the world’s first licensed armless pilot, flying an unmodified airplane using only her feet. “With God all things are possible,” Jessica said. “Faith helps you rise above fear, insecurity, and self-doubt.” Today, Jessica travels the world sharing a message of hope and perseverance. Whether speaking openly about her Catholic faith or quietly witnessing through her example, she reminds others that their limitations do not define them. Her story is a powerful reminder that God can work through every hardship and courage grows when we place our trust in Him. The best way to listen to the Best of the Week is on our #1 Free Catholic App. It’s free, and always will be! To get and share the Relevant Radio app, check it out here.
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Welcoming the Sacred Heart Into Your Home (Marriage Unhindered)
May 2000:10:42Tap to summarizeWhat if one simple act of faith could change the spiritual atmosphere of your home? On Marriage Unhindered, Doug Hinderer spoke with author Emily Jaminet about the devotion of enthroning the Sacred Heart of Jesus in the home. The practice invites families to place an image of the Sacred Heart in a central place and intentionally dedicate their lives and relationships to Christ. Emily explained that preparation matters, but perfection does not. She encouraged families not to let feelings of unworthiness stop them from beginning. Whether a household is struggling or thriving, the Sacred Heart devotion is an invitation to deeper love, healing, and trust in Christ. The conversation also highlighted the importance of making the enthronement a true celebration. Families often gather for prayer, invite friends or parishioners for a meal, and mark the occasion as a joyful commitment to Christ-centered living. A caller shared how devotion to the Sacred Heart and attending Mass on nine consecutive First Fridays brought many graces to her family. Emily reflected on the “Great Promise” given to St. Margaret Mary Alacoque: that those who faithfully receive Holy Communion on the First Fridays will receive special graces and Christ’s mercy at the hour of death. As Doug noted, these devotions are not superstition. They are invitations to open our hearts more fully to Jesus and allow His love to transform daily life, marriage, and family relationships. The best way to listen to the Best of the Week is on our #1 Free Catholic App. It’s free, and always will be! To get and share the Relevant Radio app, check it out here.
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Do You Need to Consume Jesus Under Both Species to Receive All of Him? (The Patrick Madrid Show)
May 2000:06:25Tap to summarizeMany Catholics have wondered why receiving the Precious Blood at Mass became less common after COVID and whether receiving only the Host means receiving “less” of Jesus. On The Patrick Madrid Show, Patrick Madrid put that misconception to rest. Patrick explained that while practical health concerns led many parishes to stop offering the chalice, the Church has always taught that Jesus is fully present — Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity — under either form of the Eucharist. Whether you receive the consecrated Host or the Precious Blood, “you have received all of Jesus.” He also pointed to an important lesson from Church history. Some early Christians mistakenly believed they needed to both consume the flesh and the blood to receive the fullness of Christ. The Church corrected that misunderstanding, affirming that Christ is entirely present in each form of Holy Communion. Belief contrary to this truth became known as Utraquism. Patrick acknowledged that receiving under both kinds beautifully highlights the symbolism of the Last Supper, but emphasized that no grace is lacking when receiving only the Host. The conversation served as a comforting reminder that the Eucharist is never incomplete. Every Communion is a complete encounter with Jesus Christ Himself. The best way to listen to the Best of the Week is on our #1 Free Catholic App. It’s free, and always will be! To get and share the Relevant Radio app, check it out here.
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What If We’re Taking Heaven for Granted? (Trending with Timmerie)
May 2000:13:44Tap to summarizeOn the Feast of Our Lady of Fatima, On Trending, Timmerie reflected on a sobering truth many Catholics avoid thinking about: Heaven is not something we should presume upon. Drawing from the Fatima apparitions and the witness of the saints, she challenged listeners to consider the seriousness of sin, the reality of Hell, and the call to live faithfully every day. Timmerie shared a striking exchange between Sister Lucia of Fatima and St. Josemaría Escrivá. Despite receiving extraordinary graces from God, both saints expressed concern about remaining faithful until the end. “What a disaster,” Sister Lucia said, “if after all the graces we’ve received from God, we are not faithful.” That reflection led Timmerie to revisit the powerful message of Fatima, where Our Lady showed three shepherd children a vision of Hell. Lucia, Jacinta, and Francisco took the Blessed Mother’s warnings seriously, dedicating their lives to prayer, sacrifice, and penance. Timmerie also shared a personal story involving her five-year-old daughter, who tearfully prayed that her parents would go to heaven. The emotional moment became a reminder that concern for the salvation of souls should shape how Catholics live, parent, and pray. Rather than inspiring fear alone, Timmerie emphasized hope through repentance and conversion. Our Lady’s message at Fatima remains simple and urgent: Pray the Rosary and do penance. As Timmerie reminded listeners, the goal of the Christian life is heaven, and every day is another opportunity to choose faithfulness to Christ. The best way to listen to the Best of the Week is on our #1 Free Catholic App. It’s free, and always will be! To get and share the Relevant Radio app, check it out here.
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