The Catholic Morning Show – 06/15/2026

The Catholic Morning Show kicks off a landmark week with guest host Sam Halligan, Des Moines director for Forge, joining co-host Deacon Mark Campbell as Bo Bonner checks in live from London, sharing highlights from a whirlwind European academic tour that included a Vatican AI conference tied to Pope Leo XIV's new encyclical. The show also features a powerful Gospel reflection from Fr. Nick Smith on turning the other cheek, a moving update from Joe Stopulus on the loss of his father, and community highlights including the Cristero Martyrs relic display at Sacred Heart in West Des Moines. From evangelization and missionary life to Catholic cosmotechnics and men's small groups, today's episode is packed with faith, mission, and timely Catholic news.