From the wise men of the East to the children at Fatima our Blessed Mother Mary has been a shining star leading all seekers to her son Jesus Christ. Today, as much as ever, Mary continues to call us, guide us, lead us to the source and summit of our salvation – the fruit of her womb – Our Lord Jesus Christ. God bless you and enjoy the show. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch.php Catholic Radio International http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss en-us Sun, 10 Jul 2011 17:18:11 -0400 jgardner@catholicradiointernational.com Sun, 10 Jul 2011 17:16:59 -0400 FeedForAll v2.0 (2.0.3.1) http://www.feedforall.com Marys Touch CRI: Marys Touch From the wise men of the East to the children at Fatima our Blessed Mother Mary has been a shining star leading all seekers to her son Jesus Christ. Today, as much as ever, Mary continues to call us, guide us, lead us to the source and summit of our salvation – the fruit of her womb – Our Lord Jesus Christ. God bless you and enjoy the show. Jeff at Catholic Radio International Jeff at Catholic Radio International jgardner@catholicradiointernational.com no no http://catholicradiointernational.com/images/mt_pod_sm.jpg http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch.php From the wise men of the East to the children at Fatima our Blessed Mother Mary has been a shining star leading all seekers to her son Jesus Christ. Today, as much as ever, Mary continues to call us, guide us, lead us to the source and summit of our salvation – the fruit of her womb – Our Lord Jesus Christ. God bless you and enjoy the show. 118 141 This week, you’ll hear from Dr. John Bruchalski and Cheryl: Dr. Bruchalski is an OB-GYN at the Tepeyac Family Center in Fairfax, Virginia. Listen to his story of how one his patients offered up her suffering for the redemption of her lost uncle. Visit the Tepeyac Medical Center Cheryl, her husband and daughter all joined the Catholic Church together. Her artistic college-aged son did not. Little did he know that Mary would appear to others through one of her son's paintings, and then lead him home to join his family as a member of the Catholic Church. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt502070411.php AD81AAB0-5D5E-4ADC-A01E-B82365AF9232 Sun, 10 Jul 2011 17:16:59 -0400 07/04/11 - Dr. John Bruchalski and Cheryl This week, you’ll hear from Dr. John Bruchalski and Cheryl: Dr. Bruchalski is an OB-GYN at the Tepeyac Family Center in Fairfax, Virginia. Listen to his story of how one his patients offered up her suffering for the redemption of her lost uncle. Visit the Tepeyac Medical Center Cheryl, her husband and daughter all joined the Catholic Church together. Her artistic college-aged son did not. Little did he know that Mary would appear to others through one of her son's paintings, and then lead him home to join his family as a member of the Catholic Church. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no This week, you’ll hear from Dawn Marie Roeder and Paulette: Dawn claims that the side effects of a drug that she was tacking led, in part, to the death of her son. In seeking justice for her lost child, Dawn endured her own personal crucifixion. Dawn has written about her experience in the book It Does Not End Here Paulette tells a wonderful story about how a statue of Mary changed her perspective of Our Blessed Mother. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt502062711.php 807498E1-4A5D-40E3-916A-210279F6A6FE Sun, 10 Jul 2011 17:15:38 -0400 06/27/11 - Dawn Marie Roeder and Paulette This week, you’ll hear from Dawn Marie Roeder and Paulette: Dawn claims that the side effects of a drug that she was tacking led, in part, to the death of her son. In seeking justice for her lost child, Dawn endured her own personal crucifixion. Dawn has written about her experience in the book It Does Not End Here Paulette tells a wonderful story about how a statue of Mary changed her perspective of Our Blessed Mother. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no This week, you’ll hear from Dave and Pat: Dave knows first hand about the power of intercessory prayer. He is certain that it shielded his granddaughter from serious illness and then saved his life. Pat, who is a convert, recently met one of the visionaries of Medjugorje. That same evening she had a personal vision of Mary that confirmed her recent home coming to the Catholic Church. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt502062011.php 92CF5BBE-3C67-43D0-BF06-422D7B46F0C4 Sun, 10 Jul 2011 17:13:15 -0400 06/20/11 - Dave and Pat This week, you’ll hear from Dave and Pat: Dave knows first hand about the power of intercessory prayer. He is certain that it shielded his granddaughter from serious illness and then saved his life. Pat, who is a convert, recently met one of the visionaries of Medjugorje. That same evening she had a personal vision of Mary that confirmed her recent home coming to the Catholic Church. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no This week, you’ll hear from Sharon and Kathleen: Sharon’s family emigrated from the Czech Republic, bring a great devotion to Mary with them. While studying for her doctorate in Theology, Sharon returns to “the old country,” and is reconnected to her family, faith and devotion to Our Lady of Hostyn. Kathleen is a producer at EWTN. A kindly woman, whom Kathleen hardly knew, gave her a gift that would bring her face to face with the splendor of our Lady of Banneux in Belgium. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt502061311.php 1E3B6712-5512-4AA1-9E67-01293C907D34 Mon, 27 Jun 2011 18:35:57 -0400 06/13/11 - Sharon and Kathleen This week, you’ll hear from Sharon and Kathleen: Sharon’s family emigrated from the Czech Republic, bring a great devotion to Mary with them. While studying for her doctorate in Theology, Sharon returns to “the old country,” and is reconnected to her family, faith and devotion to Our Lady of Hostyn. Kathleen is a producer at EWTN. A kindly woman, whom Kathleen hardly knew, gave her a gift that would bring her face to face with the splendor of our Lady of Banneux in Belgium. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no This week, you'll hear from Sheila and Judy: Sheila is the quiet, beating heart at the Mary's Touch Apostolate. In addition to many other duties, Sheila carries all the prayers that you send to Mary's Touch and lays them at the feet of Jesus. Large or small, all prayers are answers in God’s time and in God’s way. A strong and clearheaded soul, Judy has begun a rosary campaign for the conversion of our President, Barrack Obama. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt502060511.php D21643B4-F4CB-4249-8407-AA0849C6D6DA Mon, 13 Jun 2011 14:37:39 -0400 06/05/11 - Sheila and Judy This week, you'll hear from Sheila and Judy: Sheila is the quiet, beating heart at the Mary's Touch Apostolate. In addition to many other duties, Sheila carries all the prayers that you send to Mary's Touch and lays them at the feet of Jesus. Large or small, all prayers are answers in God’s time and in God’s way. A strong and clearheaded soul, Judy has begun a rosary campaign for the conversion of our President, Barrack Obama. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no By her own admission, Annie Karto was a lost soul. One night while kneeling in front of the Blessed Sacrament, Annie found Christ, His Blessed Mother, and the awesome power of His most Divine Mercy. Annie Karto is an internationally known Catholic singer/songwriter. Find her music at anniekarto.com Host of the popular Drew Mariani Show on Relevant Radio, Drew Mariani has spent a lifetime researching apparitions of the Blessed Mother. Drew believes that we are undergoing critical period of warning with great opportunity for Grace. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt502052911.php 338D3F70-662B-45A0-92A4-7D7BF04B993B Thu, 2 Jun 2011 11:41:34 -0400 05/29/11 - Annie Karto and Drew Mariani By her own admission, Annie Karto was a lost soul. One night while kneeling in front of the Blessed Sacrament, Annie found Christ, His Blessed Mother, and the awesome power of His most Divine Mercy. Annie Karto is an internationally known Catholic singer/songwriter. Find her music at anniekarto.com Host of the popular Drew Mariani Show on Relevant Radio, Drew Mariani has spent a lifetime researching apparitions of the Blessed Mother. Drew believes that we are undergoing critical period of warning with great opportunity for Grace. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no This week, you'll hear from DeeAnn and Steven: To those who knew her, DeeAnn seem to have it all. A loving husband, beautiful children, and a deep and meaningful Catholic faith. No one knew that on the inside DeeAnn felt hopelessly lost and was slipping into an abyss of alcohol and depression. When she finally hit bottom, the right treatment and the love of Mary save her life. Though Steven attended Catholic School for all grades, he did not really understand his faith or the Church until he developed a relationship with Mary. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt502052211.php 07B0C689-6848-4AC9-A0AD-C25E0636B2D1 Thu, 2 Jun 2011 11:41:34 -0400 05/22/11 - DeeAnn and Steven This week, you'll hear from DeeAnn and Steven: To those who knew her, DeeAnn seem to have it all. A loving husband, beautiful children, and a deep and meaningful Catholic faith. No one knew that on the inside DeeAnn felt hopelessly lost and was slipping into an abyss of alcohol and depression. When she finally hit bottom, the right treatment and the love of Mary save her life. Though Steven attended Catholic School for all grades, he did not really understand his faith or the Church until he developed a relationship with Mary. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no This week, you'll hear from Bruce and Tom: Bruce’s life was transformed by a heart transplant. However, in the days and weeks before the surgery, Bruce had no way of knowing when, or if, the doctors could find an organ donor. Although he can not be certain, Bruce believes that Mary visited him in a dream and told him that there was a heart destined for him. Tom knows the strain that military service can put on a soldier and his family. In a very short story, Tom shares with us his regret for his failings and his thanks for the family that loved him. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt502051511.php A5706823-8BF8-4E96-B90A-846C0A892B57 Sun, 22 May 2011 19:17:47 -0400 05/15/11 - Bruce and Tom This week, you'll hear from Bruce and Tom: Bruce’s life was transformed by a heart transplant. However, in the days and weeks before the surgery, Bruce had no way of knowing when, or if, the doctors could find an organ donor. Although he can not be certain, Bruce believes that Mary visited him in a dream and told him that there was a heart destined for him. Tom knows the strain that military service can put on a soldier and his family. In a very short story, Tom shares with us his regret for his failings and his thanks for the family that loved him. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no This week, you'll hear from Chris Danze Tim Von Dohlen: Chris Danze is not an activist, he is a builder. But when he found out that Planned Parenthood was going to construct a mega abortion mill in his home town of Austin, TX, he put down his tools, picked up the phone, and got to work. As a lawyer and former member of the Texas State Assembly, Tim Von Dohlen is used to doing the talking. But when he heard Pope John Paul II call on American to protect the right to life, he listen carefully, and then acted by opening the John Paul II Life Center. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt501050811.php 367786C4-AC77-4BBA-87AE-A3007D951DB5 Sun, 22 May 2011 19:16:09 -0400 05/08/11 - Chris Danze and Tim Von Dohlen This week, you'll hear from Chris Danze Tim Von Dohlen: Chris Danze is not an activist, he is a builder. But when he found out that Planned Parenthood was going to construct a mega abortion mill in his home town of Austin, TX, he put down his tools, picked up the phone, and got to work. As a lawyer and former member of the Texas State Assembly, Tim Von Dohlen is used to doing the talking. But when he heard Pope John Paul II call on American to protect the right to life, he listen carefully, and then acted by opening the John Paul II Life Center. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no This week, you'll hear from Doug Barry and Dave: Doug Barry is the founder and director of Radix, a national Catholic apostolate, and co-host of EWTN’s Life on the Rock. Before he was any of these things, he was, by his own admission, a “causal Catholic.” After reading a book about Our Lady of Fatima, Doug was so unsettle by the description of hell that he had to change the path that he was on. Dave lived a healthy life: he did not drink, smoke, and he exercised regularly. For reasons that no one can explain, Dave had a major heart attack in his early forties. As he hung between life and death, Dave felt and heard a beautiful woman whispering words of scripture and comfort close to his ear http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt500050111.php 91ECD309-CFE8-42AB-BA4A-D28AEF5E907B Sun, 8 May 2011 19:58:11 -0400 05/01/11 - Doug Barry and Dave This week, you'll hear from Doug Barry and Dave: Doug Barry is the founder and director of Radix, a national Catholic apostolate, and co-host of EWTN’s Life on the Rock. Before he was any of these things, he was, by his own admission, a “causal Catholic.” After reading a book about Our Lady of Fatima, Doug was so unsettle by the description of hell that he had to change the path that he was on. Dave lived a healthy life: he did not drink, smoke, and he exercised regularly. For reasons that no one can explain, Dave had a major heart attack in his early forties. As he hung between life and death, Dave felt and heard a beautiful woman whispering words of scripture and comfort close to his ear 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no This week, you'll hear from Ftaher Leo Patalinghug and Barb: Father Leo is the host of Grace Before Meals, a syndicated television program that’s leading America back to the dinner table, the place where better food and families meet. However, he could not keep up with his duties as a priest and television host without a relationship with Mary and the very Real presence of her Son. Barb has struggled her whole life with depression. Finally she reached a point where she feared that she might harm herself and was hospitalized. While in the hospital she received that sacrament of the sick, found healing, and a powerful vocation of prayer. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt450042411.php E824A5C5-900C-4130-B8DB-83169FF1CED2 Sun, 8 May 2011 19:56:49 -0400 04/24/11 Mary's Touch - Father Leo Patalinghug and Barb This week, you'll hear from Ftaher Leo Patalinghug and Barb: Father Leo is the host of Grace Before Meals, a syndicated television program that’s leading America back to the dinner table, the place where better food and families meet. However, he could not keep up with his duties as a priest and television host without a relationship with Mary and the very Real presence of her Son. Barb has struggled her whole life with depression. Finally she reached a point where she feared that she might harm herself and was hospitalized. While in the hospital she received that sacrament of the sick, found healing, and a powerful vocation of prayer. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no This week, you'll hear from Randy James and Yoli: Last week we heard from Evelyn James about how the death of her son Paul Stefan, led her to the vocation of helping young, expected mothers. This week we will hear from her husband Randy who too was moved by faith and the Blessed Mother to change careers and take on a national effort to support mothers and their precious children. Yoli grew up in extreme poverty, with a mother who struggled daily to give her and her siblings even the basics. Although they were very, very poor, Yoli’s mother had an unshakable faith in Mary, the Saints, and Jesus Christ. When Yoli’s mother died, she had nothing to leave her children except the gift of faith. Evelyn and Randy James' experience lead them to open the Paul Stefan Home for Expectant Mothers in Locust Grove, VA. They are now working to open similar homes across the US, from VA to TX. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt449041711.php 07FDDA1C-D805-4876-B1BE-33BCBA63F1D9 Sun, 8 May 2011 19:54:46 -0400 04/17/11 Mary's Touch - Randy James This week, you'll hear from Randy James and Yoli: Last week we heard from Evelyn James about how the death of her son Paul Stefan, led her to the vocation of helping young, expected mothers. This week we will hear from her husband Randy who too was moved by faith and the Blessed Mother to change careers and take on a national effort to support mothers and their precious children. Yoli grew up in extreme poverty, with a mother who struggled daily to give her and her siblings even the basics. Although they were very, very poor, Yoli’s mother had an unshakable faith in Mary, the Saints, and Jesus Christ. When Yoli’s mother died, she had nothing to leave her children except the gift of faith. Evelyn and Randy James' experience lead them to open the Paul Stefan Home for Expectant Mothers in Locust Grove, VA. They are now working to open similar homes across the US, from VA to TX. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no This week, you'll hear from Evelyn James: When Evelyn James and her husband Randy found out that they were pregnant with their sixth child, they were excited. However, a routine sonogram showed that their growing baby boy had a serious birth defect, one that was preventing his heart and lungs from developing. Evelyn and Randy turned to their priest, Father Stefan Starzynski, in hopes of healing and a miracle. Father Stefan told them told them that there would be a miracle, but not perhaps in the way that they expected. Evelyn and Randy James' experience lead them to open the Paul Stefan Home for Expectant Mothers in Locust Grove, VA. They are now working to open similar homes across the US, from VA to TX. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt448041011.php AEBDBA04-FA4C-4123-B473-5FCB5F8F93C5 Fri, 22 Apr 2011 09:37:23 -0400 04/10/11 Mary's Touch - Evelyn James This week, you'll hear from Evelyn James: When Evelyn James and her husband Randy found out that they were pregnant with their sixth child, they were excited. However, a routine sonogram showed that their growing baby boy had a serious birth defect, one that was preventing his heart and lungs from developing. Evelyn and Randy turned to their priest, Father Stefan Starzynski, in hopes of healing and a miracle. Father Stefan told them told them that there would be a miracle, but not perhaps in the way that they expected. Evelyn and Randy James' experience lead them to open the Paul Stefan Home for Expectant Mothers in Locust Grove, VA. They are now working to open similar homes across the US, from VA to TX. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no This week, you'll hear from Jason Kotecki and Alan Ames: Jason Kotecki is a national known artist, illustrator, speaker and comedian. Working with his wife Kim, he has built a successful business dedicated to helping the “stressed out” escape “adultitis.” However, no project or speaking engagement unsettled him as much as the prospects of parenthood. Through the Rosary and Mary, Jason and Kim found the grace to balance a business and a new family. Internationally know speaker Alan Ames grew up on the wrong side of the tracks. Headed for either prison or an early death, Mary reached out, grabbed him by the collar, and through prayer transformed his life. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt447040311.php 59634014-F868-48A6-B1B6-EFC4F858A7D7 Sat, 9 Apr 2011 12:05:34 -0400 04/03/11 Mary's Touch - Jason Kotecki and Alan Ames This week, you'll hear from Jason Kotecki and Alan Ames: Jason Kotecki is a national known artist, illustrator, speaker and comedian. Working with his wife Kim, he has built a successful business dedicated to helping the “stressed out” escape “adultitis.” However, no project or speaking engagement unsettled him as much as the prospects of parenthood. Through the Rosary and Mary, Jason and Kim found the grace to balance a business and a new family. Internationally know speaker Alan Ames grew up on the wrong side of the tracks. Headed for either prison or an early death, Mary reached out, grabbed him by the collar, and through prayer transformed his life. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no This week, you'll hear from Jennifer Fulwiler and Rene: Jennifer Fulwiler grew up an atheist. Raised in a comfortable, rational home, she saw no need to believe in anything that she could not touch or see. But the birth of her first child changed all that. Holding her tiny baby, she felt a love that was greater than anything she could “prove..,” and as her mind opened up to God, it was Mother Mary the opened her heart to Jesus. Rene’s brother Darrell Griffin was killed in Iraq, while serving in the United States Army. Reflecting on what his life and death has meant to her and her family, Rene shares with us some of the pain that comes with such a terrible sacrifice. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt446032711.php 16407749-E4B1-4E33-A839-AA4DD711EA79 Sat, 9 Apr 2011 12:03:33 -0400 03/27/2011 Mary's Touch - Jennifer Fulwiler and Rene This week, you'll hear from Jennifer Fulwiler and Rene: Jennifer Fulwiler grew up an atheist. Raised in a comfortable, rational home, she saw no need to believe in anything that she could not touch or see. But the birth of her first child changed all that. Holding her tiny baby, she felt a love that was greater than anything she could “prove..,” and as her mind opened up to God, it was Mother Mary the opened her heart to Jesus. Rene’s brother Darrell Griffin was killed in Iraq, while serving in the United States Army. Reflecting on what his life and death has meant to her and her family, Rene shares with us some of the pain that comes with such a terrible sacrifice. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no Last week on Mary's Touch, we talked about Austin’s new, life affirming Vitae Clinic and John Paul II Life center. For that show, we had a sit down with Dr. Jeremy Kalamarides and his wife Heather. But to survive and thrive, life giving clinics like Vitae need more than great doctors, they need wise and giving members of the community. This week on Mary's Touch you'll meet one of those community members, Sheri Danze, as she talks about what the Vitae Clinic means to her. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt444031311.php 2E5C0CB2-1F9E-4DCE-9855-2723A42F54BC Mon, 28 Mar 2011 17:19:27 -0400 03/20/2011 Mary's Touch -Mrs. Sheri Danze and the Vitae Clinic Last week on Mary's Touch, we talked about Austin’s new, life affirming Vitae Clinic and John Paul II Life center. For that show, we had a sit down with Dr. Jeremy Kalamarides and his wife Heather. But to survive and thrive, life giving clinics like Vitae need more than great doctors, they need wise and giving members of the community. This week on Mary's Touch you'll meet one of those community members, Sheri Danze, as she talks about what the Vitae Clinic means to her. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no This week, we are pleased to bring you the story of Heather and Dr. Jeremy Kalamarides, a husband and wife who guide and operate the Vitae Clinic and the John Paul II Life Center in Austin, Texas. As you know, Austin is the home of the Mary’s Touch’s apostolate. We are truly blessed to be in such a beautiful city with a faith-filled Christian community. We have also recently been blessed by the opening of the Vitae Clinic and the John Paul II Life Center, which is modeled on Dr. Hilger’s Pope Paul VI Institute in Omaha, NE. Thanks to the Kalamarides, and many others, the clinic and pro-life center bring world-class medical care to women while respecting their dignity and god-given feminine genius. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt444031311.php 44CCB1B5-DB8B-4225-8EB1-103150DABFAC Wed, 9 Mar 2011 18:43:55 -0500 03/13/2011 Mary's Touch -Mr. and Mrs. Dr. Kalamarides This week, we are pleased to bring you the story of Heather and Dr. Jeremy Kalamarides, a husband and wife who guide and operate the Vitae Clinic and the John Paul II Life Center in Austin, Texas. As you know, Austin is the home of the Mary’s Touch’s apostolate. We are truly blessed to be in such a beautiful city with a faith-filled Christian community. We have also recently been blessed by the opening of the Vitae Clinic and the John Paul II Life Center, which is modeled on Dr. Hilger’s Pope Paul VI Institute in Omaha, NE. Thanks to the Kalamarides, and many others, the clinic and pro-life center bring world-class medical care to women while respecting their dignity and god-given feminine genius. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no This week, you’ll hear from Peter and Lidia: When Peter’s six year old daughter developed an obstruction in her kidney, he and his wife were worried. But when, due to a freak accident, their daughter’s condition turned critical, they were panicked, and called on Mary to save their daughter’s life. When Lidia was very young, her Grandmother taught her how to pray the rosary. When Lidia was 21, with two young children, her husband died. Reaching back to her childhood, Lidia held fast to the rosary, her link to Christ love and strength. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt442022711.php 3B5B3A1B-CFE7-40C1-B2A9-2F1A86688B35 Wed, 9 Mar 2011 18:42:29 -0500 02/27/2011 Mary's Touch - Peter and Lidia This week, you’ll hear from Peter and Lidia: When Peter’s six year old daughter developed an obstruction in her kidney, he and his wife were worried. But when, due to a freak accident, their daughter’s condition turned critical, they were panicked, and called on Mary to save their daughter’s life. When Lidia was very young, her Grandmother taught her how to pray the rosary. When Lidia was 21, with two young children, her husband died. Reaching back to her childhood, Lidia held fast to the rosary, her link to Christ love and strength. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no This week, you’ll hear from Ann and Steve: Ann grew up in the Catholic faith, but like so many of us, drifted away from the Church during her college years. When she was seven months pregnant Ann was drawn back to Mary and the Church by the prayer that she had loved to recite as a child. Steve is the national accounts manager for a company that produces ultrasound machines. Given a chance to get involved with a national initiative to provide ultrasound machines to pro-life groups, Steve’s eyes where opened to the depth of the prolife movement. Enjoy this week's show and God bless you! Cheri Lomonte and Sally Robb http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt441022011.php 60F76C0B-EB59-4DD9-92E9-6C5C58FDE879 Sun, 27 Feb 2011 11:02:20 -0500 02/20/2011 Mary's Touch - Ann and Steve This week, you’ll hear from Ann and Steve: Ann grew up in the Catholic faith, but like so many of us, drifted away from the Church during her college years. When she was seven months pregnant Ann was drawn back to Mary and the Church by the prayer that she had loved to recite as a child. Steve is the national accounts manager for a company that produces ultrasound machines. Given a chance to get involved with a national initiative to provide ultrasound machines to pro-life groups, Steve’s eyes where opened to the depth of the prolife movement. Enjoy this week's show and God bless you! Cheri Lomonte and Sally Robb 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no Bob was raised a nominal Catholic, one who attended Sunday Mass and not much more. Before being sent to fight in Vietnam, Bob picked up a booklet on the rosary and began to pray. He could not have known that saying the rosary, having Mary’s name constantly on his lips, would save his life. As a young girl, Nini was abandoned by her mother and raised by an emotionally distant father. Finding a rosary prayer booklet in her father’s pocket, Nini asked Mary to be her mother, hold her, and change her tears to laughter. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt440021311.php 5860662F-A4BC-42CD-877A-88480DA5C0CA Sun, 20 Feb 2011 11:47:11 -0500 02/13/2011 Mary's Touch - Bob and Nini Bob was raised a nominal Catholic, one who attended Sunday Mass and not much more. Before being sent to fight in Vietnam, Bob picked up a booklet on the rosary and began to pray. He could not have known that saying the rosary, having Mary’s name constantly on his lips, would save his life. As a young girl, Nini was abandoned by her mother and raised by an emotionally distant father. Finding a rosary prayer booklet in her father’s pocket, Nini asked Mary to be her mother, hold her, and change her tears to laughter. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no This week, you’ll hear a very special story from a remarkable husband and wife, Joe and Cathy: The morning of his wife Cathy’s birthday, Joe went off to work as usual. He could not have known that later that day Cathy would suffer from a massive heart attack and slip into a coma. When Joe got the word that his wife was in the hospital, there was little he could do except fall back on the power of intercessory prayer. Cathy remembers little about her birthday. After seeing her husband off to work, she remembers feeling “not quite right.” The next thing she knew she was lying in a hospital bed, full of tubes, wondering where she was and what had happen. Having come so close to death, Cathy would eventually see this experience as a great gift, one that drew her closer to God, the Blessed Mother, and her husband. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt439020611.php 82F24952-65A9-4DCF-A04C-FC70A9A18884 Sun, 20 Feb 2011 11:45:36 -0500 02/06/2011 Mary's Touch - Joe and Cathy This week, you’ll hear a very special story from a remarkable husband and wife, Joe and Cathy: The morning of his wife Cathy’s birthday, Joe went off to work as usual. He could not have known that later that day Cathy would suffer from a massive heart attack and slip into a coma. When Joe got the word that his wife was in the hospital, there was little he could do except fall back on the power of intercessory prayer. Cathy remembers little about her birthday. After seeing her husband off to work, she remembers feeling “not quite right.” The next thing she knew she was lying in a hospital bed, full of tubes, wondering where she was and what had happen. Having come so close to death, Cathy would eventually see this experience as a great gift, one that drew her closer to God, the Blessed Mother, and her husband. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no This week, you’ll hear from Andrea: Andrea had a feeling that something was wrong with her two year old son Joseph. A trip to the doctor confirmed her worst fears. Her son was sick with cancer. Undergoing an aggressive and painful session of chemotherapy, both Joseph and his mother saw Mary at his bedside, watching over him the whole time. And you’ll hear from James: During the First World War, all young men in Italia were expected to fight in the trenches. Most did not return. One of those young men, Angelo Roncalli, the future pope John XXIII was spared the horrors of war by Mary’s protective hand. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt438013011.php AE88B586-3988-46A7-911F-2C16597EB8EB Sun, 20 Feb 2011 11:43:48 -0500 01/30/2011 Mary's Touch - Andrea and James This week, you’ll hear from Andrea: Andrea had a feeling that something was wrong with her two year old son Joseph. A trip to the doctor confirmed her worst fears. Her son was sick with cancer. Undergoing an aggressive and painful session of chemotherapy, both Joseph and his mother saw Mary at his bedside, watching over him the whole time. And you’ll hear from James: During the First World War, all young men in Italia were expected to fight in the trenches. Most did not return. One of those young men, Angelo Roncalli, the future pope John XXIII was spared the horrors of war by Mary’s protective hand. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no This week, you’ll hear from Ken: When we talk about quitting contraceptives and being open to life, we often talk about how women approach the question and what changes they go through. This week, we will hear from Ken who had one child and decided that that was enough. However, after spending time in front of the Blessed Sacrament, he had a change of heart. And you’ll hear from Linda: After some difficulties with conception, Linda prayed for a child, and her son Nicholas was the answer to those prayers. However, due to a congenital heart problem, Nicholas would undergo a number of painful operations. To easy her child’s suffering Linda turn to our Blessed Mother and the power of prayer. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt437012311.php 4D38B51E-12AC-4C4C-9C94-9CF71375DF36 Sun, 20 Feb 2011 11:42:32 -0500 01/23/2011 Mary's Touch - Ken and Linda This week, you’ll hear from Ken: When we talk about quitting contraceptives and being open to life, we often talk about how women approach the question and what changes they go through. This week, we will hear from Ken who had one child and decided that that was enough. However, after spending time in front of the Blessed Sacrament, he had a change of heart. And you’ll hear from Linda: After some difficulties with conception, Linda prayed for a child, and her son Nicholas was the answer to those prayers. However, due to a congenital heart problem, Nicholas would undergo a number of painful operations. To easy her child’s suffering Linda turn to our Blessed Mother and the power of prayer. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no This week, you’ll hear from Teresa: Teresa’ father was given a simple wooden rosary by his mother just before he was sent to fight in the Korean war. Teresa tells a beautiful story of how that rosary sustained her father, and brought peace and comfort to her and her siblings. And you’ll hear from Claire: As a girl Claire always felt close to Mary but did not really know her. As she grew she found, through the Rosary, that Mary was leading her to Christ and to a vocation that she did not expect. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt436011611.php 6D0A4301-7492-4F5A-8009-B528678632BB Sun, 20 Feb 2011 11:41:09 -0500 01/16/2011 Mary's Touch - Teresa and Claire This week, you’ll hear from Teresa: Teresa’ father was given a simple wooden rosary by his mother just before he was sent to fight in the Korean war. Teresa tells a beautiful story of how that rosary sustained her father, and brought peace and comfort to her and her siblings. And you’ll hear from Claire: As a girl Claire always felt close to Mary but did not really know her. As she grew she found, through the Rosary, that Mary was leading her to Christ and to a vocation that she did not expect. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no This week, you’ll hear from Denise: Denise felt strongly that she was being called to the vocation of married life. She had only one problem: how to find a good, Catholic man. With the help of Ave Maria Singles and the Blessed Mother, Denise found Greg, a soldier serving overseas in Iraq. And you’ll also hear from Fr. Myron: Fr. Myron: Father Myron is a missionary in the former Soviet Union working to bring back the love of Mary and the Catholic faith to mother Russia. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt435010911.php 61CBDB4A-81D6-49F0-9EF5-7FBF9F66DC1E Sun, 20 Feb 2011 11:39:29 -0500 01/09/2011 Mary's Touch - Denise and Fr. Myron This week, you’ll hear from Denise: Denise felt strongly that she was being called to the vocation of married life. She had only one problem: how to find a good, Catholic man. With the help of Ave Maria Singles and the Blessed Mother, Denise found Greg, a soldier serving overseas in Iraq. And you’ll also hear from Fr. Myron: Fr. Myron: Father Myron is a missionary in the former Soviet Union working to bring back the love of Mary and the Catholic faith to mother Russia. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no This week, you’ll hear from Theresa: Theresa’s son Andrew suffered from a life long metabolic disorder, one that kept him from eating most thing, and made him so ill that he was constantly in and out of the hospital. Theresa and her husband turn to Mary to help heal her sick little boy. And you’ll also hear from Fr. Jeffrey Jambon: Fr. Jambon is a Priest with the Legionaries of Christ. While in the Holy Land, Fr. Jambon retraced the steps of the Blessed Mother and talk awhile with her near the pools of Besthesda. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt434010211.php 905B6691-76B0-4EDA-8A33-D949D73C18AC Sat, 5 Feb 2011 21:15:45 -0500 01/02/2011 Mary's Touch - Theresa and Fr. Jambon This week, you’ll hear from Theresa: Theresa’s son Andrew suffered from a life long metabolic disorder, one that kept him from eating most thing, and made him so ill that he was constantly in and out of the hospital. Theresa and her husband turn to Mary to help heal her sick little boy. And you’ll also hear from Fr. Jeffrey Jambon: Fr. Jambon is a Priest with the Legionaries of Christ. While in the Holy Land, Fr. Jambon retraced the steps of the Blessed Mother and talk awhile with her near the pools of Besthesda. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no A Blessed Christmas to you all! This week, we are please to bring you our annual Mary’s Touch Christmas special. In this special you will hear a variety of stories about how Mary has touch the lives of many during the Christmas tide. From all of us at Mary’s Touch, thank you so much for listening to the program. Have a blessed Christmas and we will see you again in 2011 with more stories of Mary’s love. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt433122610.php 89840EF8-9A20-4AE3-B810-33C7ED805B9C Thu, 30 Dec 2010 21:15:03 -0500 12/26/10 Mary's Touch - Blessed Christmas! A Blessed Christmas to you all! This week, we are please to bring you our annual Mary’s Touch Christmas special. In this special you will hear a variety of stories about how Mary has touch the lives of many during the Christmas tide. From all of us at Mary’s Touch, thank you so much for listening to the program. Have a blessed Christmas and we will see you again in 2011 with more stories of Mary’s love. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no This week, you’ll hear from Sister Sheila Devane: Sister Sheila Devane is a sister with the Medical Missionaries of Mary and a trained Clinical Psychologist. In 1996, "Dr." Sister Sheila Devane, arrived in Arusha, Tanzania, and started to look around at available mental health services. There were virtually none. So here was a missionary challenge - to get a service going that could help the poorest people of the world be healed in both body and mind. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt432121910.php 74BF40E8-2FAE-4599-AF55-F49579724500 Tue, 21 Dec 2010 17:42:10 -0500 12/19/10 Mary's Touch - Sister Sheila Devane This week, you’ll hear from Sister Sheila Devane: Sister Sheila Devane is a sister with the Medical Missionaries of Mary and a trained Clinical Psychologist. In 1996, "Dr." Sister Sheila Devane, arrived in Arusha, Tanzania, and started to look around at available mental health services. There were virtually none. So here was a missionary challenge - to get a service going that could help the poorest people of the world be healed in both body and mind. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no This week, you'll hear from Donna Gunn: As a young woman Donna wanted very much to be a mother. But after losing three children, she had almost given up hope. When she was pregnant with her fourth child, a little girl, and found out that her unborn daughter had a serious heart defect, Donna promised God that if her daughter lived, she would dedicated her life to children. Many years later Donna has made good on that promise by reaching out to children in Africa. And you'll also hear from Fr. Peter Pinto: Fr. Pinto is a priest with the Divine Word Missionaries, serving the poorest of the poor in Tanzania, Africa. Fr. Pinto knows first hand that men and women do not live by bread alone, but must have an education to improve their lives and open their eyes to the love of God and the Blessed Mother. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt431121210.php E75CCCAE-732E-44E2-BD92-9F36EEF40DCF Tue, 21 Dec 2010 17:40:04 -0500 12/12/10 Mary's Touch - Donna Gunn and Fr. Peter Pinto This week, you'll hear from Donna Gunn: As a young woman Donna wanted very much to be a mother. But after losing three children, she had almost given up hope. When she was pregnant with her fourth child, a little girl, and found out that her unborn daughter had a serious heart defect, Donna promised God that if her daughter lived, she would dedicated her life to children. Many years later Donna has made good on that promise by reaching out to children in Africa. And you'll also hear from Fr. Peter Pinto: Fr. Pinto is a priest with the Divine Word Missionaries, serving the poorest of the poor in Tanzania, Africa. Fr. Pinto knows first hand that men and women do not live by bread alone, but must have an education to improve their lives and open their eyes to the love of God and the Blessed Mother. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no This week, you'll hear from Abby Johnson: Abby Johnson’s life was changed on October 6, 2009. That was the day that she resigned from the largest abortion corporation in the nation…Planned Parenthood. Abby worked and volunteered for Planned Parenthood for eight years. For the last year of her employment, Christ had been working on her heart. Although she didn’t understand why, Abby had begun to question her work and the motivations of the company she had dedicated herself to for eight years. In September 2009, she saw something that forever changed her mind on the issue of abortion. Abby was asked to assist in an ultrasound guided abortion procedure. On the ultrasound screen she saw a 13 week baby in the womb fight for its life…only to lose the battle in the end. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt428120510.php ACF8012F-91A1-42A5-8C28-ECD7FB6708EC Tue, 21 Dec 2010 17:37:53 -0500 12/05/10 Mary's Touch - Abby Johnson This week, you'll hear from Abby Johnson: Abby Johnson’s life was changed on October 6, 2009. That was the day that she resigned from the largest abortion corporation in the nation…Planned Parenthood. Abby worked and volunteered for Planned Parenthood for eight years. For the last year of her employment, Christ had been working on her heart. Although she didn’t understand why, Abby had begun to question her work and the motivations of the company she had dedicated herself to for eight years. In September 2009, she saw something that forever changed her mind on the issue of abortion. Abby was asked to assist in an ultrasound guided abortion procedure. On the ultrasound screen she saw a 13 week baby in the womb fight for its life…only to lose the battle in the end. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no This week, you'll hear from Melissa: Melissa and her husband had tried for a long time to get pregnant. When they found out that they going to have a son, they were elated. At 26 weeks, for no known reason, Melissa went into labor, giving birth to tiny Christopher. Simply born too young, Christopher died four days later. Stricken with grief, Melissa made a pilgrimage to the House of Mary, in Ephesus, Turkey, where she found comfort and healing. And you'll hear from Lisa Molina: Several months ago we spoke with Lisa, mother of Thomas Molina. Thomas Molina has suffered from cancer since he was three years old, and this week, we again hear from Thomas’ mother about how she, her husband, and their remarkable son are holding up during the fight of their lives. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt428112810.php F93856E0-C36B-458B-9912-6ED131A762FD Tue, 21 Dec 2010 17:34:07 -0500 11/28/10 Mary's Touch - Melissa and Lisa Molina This week, you'll hear from Melissa: Melissa and her husband had tried for a long time to get pregnant. When they found out that they going to have a son, they were elated. At 26 weeks, for no known reason, Melissa went into labor, giving birth to tiny Christopher. Simply born too young, Christopher died four days later. Stricken with grief, Melissa made a pilgrimage to the House of Mary, in Ephesus, Turkey, where she found comfort and healing. And you'll hear from Lisa Molina: Several months ago we spoke with Lisa, mother of Thomas Molina. Thomas Molina has suffered from cancer since he was three years old, and this week, we again hear from Thomas’ mother about how she, her husband, and their remarkable son are holding up during the fight of their lives. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no This week, you'll hear from Eddie Beesley: At the age of 17, Eddie Beesley joined the United States Marines. On August 31, 1965, while on patrol with members of Delta Company, Corporal Eddie Beesley stepped on a landmine and lost both of his legs. Though his wounds were grave, it wasn’t until later in life that Eddie would face his toughest challenge…, dealing with the trauma of war. You'll also hear from Fr. Joe Hirsch: Father Hirsch is a priest in the Diocese of La Crosse, WI. While at seminary, Father Hirsch struggled with feeling forgiven following confession. When a mentor said “son, put a mantle over the past,” Father understood that Mary points the way to forgiveness and Her Son Christ. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt428112110.php 0A206530-83BE-427A-A402-7FE854DF3204 Thu, 2 Dec 2010 23:30:41 -0500 11/21/10 Mary's Touch - Eddie Beesley and Fr. Hirsch This week, you'll hear from Eddie Beesley: At the age of 17, Eddie Beesley joined the United States Marines. On August 31, 1965, while on patrol with members of Delta Company, Corporal Eddie Beesley stepped on a landmine and lost both of his legs. Though his wounds were grave, it wasn’t until later in life that Eddie would face his toughest challenge…, dealing with the trauma of war. You'll also hear from Fr. Joe Hirsch: Father Hirsch is a priest in the Diocese of La Crosse, WI. While at seminary, Father Hirsch struggled with feeling forgiven following confession. When a mentor said “son, put a mantle over the past,” Father understood that Mary points the way to forgiveness and Her Son Christ. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no This week, you'll hear from Anna Maria: Maria suffers from osteoarthritis. After what was supposed to be a healing operation, Anna Maria found herself fighting for her life and relying on her faith to take the next step, the only step that she could take. And you'll also hear from Renee: Renee is a Kindergarten teacher for a “less English proficient” class. One day, feeling overwhelmed, she called on the Blessed Mother to help her. The answer to her prayer came in the form of a sweet song of a child’s faith. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt427071410.php 9B924009-E679-4CA7-8A8F-6490E9110E44 Tue, 23 Nov 2010 11:33:42 -0500 11/14/10 Mary's Touch - Anna Maria and Renee This week, you'll hear from Anna Maria: Maria suffers from osteoarthritis. After what was supposed to be a healing operation, Anna Maria found herself fighting for her life and relying on her faith to take the next step, the only step that she could take. And you'll also hear from Renee: Renee is a Kindergarten teacher for a “less English proficient” class. One day, feeling overwhelmed, she called on the Blessed Mother to help her. The answer to her prayer came in the form of a sweet song of a child’s faith. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no This week, in a special Mary’s Touch, you’ll hear from Barbara and Claire Culwell. As a young, Christian bride, Barbara wanted a family. When the doctors told her and her husband that they would likely never have children naturally, she was devastated, so much so that she began to doubt whether God really had any special plans for her life. Resigned to adopting a baby, little did Barbara know that God did have a very, very special plan for her life, as well as the child (Claire) that she would call her own. Clair Culwell is a very blessed young lady: she survived the first year of her life where her twin sister did not. Adopted by Barbara, Clair eventually sought out her birth mother. When she found her, she discovered just how blessed by God both she and her adoptive mother had been. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt426110710.php 778CDB61-AC5F-46E2-8BA7-BEF3EF935F2C Tue, 9 Nov 2010 13:01:28 -0500 11/07/10 Mary's Touch - Barbara and Claire Culwell This week, in a special Mary’s Touch, you’ll hear from Barbara and Claire Culwell. As a young, Christian bride, Barbara wanted a family. When the doctors told her and her husband that they would likely never have children naturally, she was devastated, so much so that she began to doubt whether God really had any special plans for her life. Resigned to adopting a baby, little did Barbara know that God did have a very, very special plan for her life, as well as the child (Claire) that she would call her own. Clair Culwell is a very blessed young lady: she survived the first year of her life where her twin sister did not. Adopted by Barbara, Clair eventually sought out her birth mother. When she found her, she discovered just how blessed by God both she and her adoptive mother had been. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no This week, you'll hear from Father Raymond Willy: National Director of Family Theater Productions, Father tells a deeply moving story of how he saw a dying man taken to Christ by our Mother Mary, the beautiful woman he had ever seen. And you will also hera from Steven: Though Steven attended Catholic School for all grades he did not know, or understand, the Church until he developed a relationship with Mary. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt425103110.php http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt425103110.php Tue, 9 Nov 2010 13:00:18 -0500 10/31/10 Mary's Touch - Father Raymond Willy and Steven This week, you'll hear from Father Raymond Willy: National Director of Family Theater Productions, Father tells a deeply moving story of how he saw a dying man taken to Christ by our Mother Mary, the beautiful woman he had ever seen. And you will also hera from Steven: Though Steven attended Catholic School for all grades he did not know, or understand, the Church until he developed a relationship with Mary. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no This week, you'll hear from Christine Watkins: Growing up, Christine Watkins could not stand the sight of a Christian or to hear the name of Mary, the Blessed Mother. However, after she lost her career, fell into a life of promiscuity and had a brush with death, Christine suddenly, quiet suddenly, had ears that could hear and eyes that could see. And you'll also hear from Maria: In 1990 Maria was diagnosed with a connective tissue disease, one that caused her great pain in her teeth and gums. Having no money for a dentist, Maria turned to Mary for help http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt424102410.php 69C93A22-D2D8-4863-8985-A417E932A778 Sat, 30 Oct 2010 16:37:54 -0400 10/24/10 Mary's Touch - Christine Watkins and Maria This week, you'll hear from Christine Watkins: Growing up, Christine Watkins could not stand the sight of a Christian or to hear the name of Mary, the Blessed Mother. However, after she lost her career, fell into a life of promiscuity and had a brush with death, Christine suddenly, quiet suddenly, had ears that could hear and eyes that could see. And you'll also hear from Maria: In 1990 Maria was diagnosed with a connective tissue disease, one that caused her great pain in her teeth and gums. Having no money for a dentist, Maria turned to Mary for help 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no This week, you'll hear from Dave Di Nussio: Dave grew up in an Air Force family, one that went to Mass at the military chapel, a space that was used multiple times, each Sunday, by multiples faiths. Because of this “rotating faith environment,” Dave had little to no sense of what it meant to be Catholic. It was not until he was older, much older, that a trip to Rome and the rosay prayers of a good friend would bring him home to his Catholic faith. And you'll also hear from Martha: Martha always wanted to be a mother. But like many young mothers she began to feel overwhelmed by the needs of her children. As the years went by she spent more and more time with what interested her and less time with her children. One day while praying the Rosary she realized how precious time with her children really was, and how, like Mary, she could be both the mother to her children and true to herself. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt423101710.php http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt423101710.php Sun, 17 Oct 2010 23:15:36 -0400 10/17/10 Mary's Touch - Dave Di Nussio and Martha This week, you'll hear from Dave Di Nussio: Dave grew up in an Air Force family, one that went to Mass at the military chapel, a space that was used multiple times, each Sunday, by multiples faiths. Because of this “rotating faith environment,” Dave had little to no sense of what it meant to be Catholic. It was not until he was older, much older, that a trip to Rome and the rosay prayers of a good friend would bring him home to his Catholic faith. And you'll also hear from Martha: Martha always wanted to be a mother. But like many young mothers she began to feel overwhelmed by the needs of her children. As the years went by she spent more and more time with what interested her and less time with her children. One day while praying the Rosary she realized how precious time with her children really was, and how, like Mary, she could be both the mother to her children and true to herself. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no This week, you'll hear from Debbie: Like many newly married women, Debbie began talking the birth control pill. For 15 years she continued to take "the pill," even after becoming Catholic. But one day, while praying the rosary, the Blessed Mother sent Debbie a message that would open her eyes to how much life and love she had been missing. And you'll also hear from Allisa: When Allisa found out she was pregnant, she was elated. When she found out that her unborn daughter had a fatal generic disorder, she was devastated. What happen next drew Allisa closer to Mary, Christ, and the tiny daughter that so many rejected. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt422101010.php http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt422101010.php Sun, 17 Oct 2010 23:14:01 -0400 10/10/10 Mary's Touch - Debbie and Allisa This week, you'll hear from Debbie: Like many newly married women, Debbie began talking the birth control pill. For 15 years she continued to take "the pill," even after becoming Catholic. But one day, while praying the rosary, the Blessed Mother sent Debbie a message that would open her eyes to how much life and love she had been missing. And you'll also hear from Allisa: When Allisa found out she was pregnant, she was elated. When she found out that her unborn daughter had a fatal generic disorder, she was devastated. What happen next drew Allisa closer to Mary, Christ, and the tiny daughter that so many rejected. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no This week, you'll hear from Patrick: As a young boy, Patrick’s Grandmother gave him the great gift of faith. Unfortunately, like so many of us, as Patrick grew up he allowed this gift to slip away. Later in life when Patrick had lost his job and everything that he had worked for, his Grandmother again gave him a great gift, wrapped in her very last breath. And you'll also hear from Margarit: Margarit volunteered to help the Legion of Mary find a rental space from which they could do their work. What she found instead was a house, an old man, and an incredible story of faith. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt421100310.php EF642BFF-0013-4B6C-B2D6-55819D65AC39 Wed, 6 Oct 2010 18:54:28 -0400 10/03/10 Mary's Touch - Patrick and Margarit This week, you'll hear from Patrick: As a young boy, Patrick’s Grandmother gave him the great gift of faith. Unfortunately, like so many of us, as Patrick grew up he allowed this gift to slip away. Later in life when Patrick had lost his job and everything that he had worked for, his Grandmother again gave him a great gift, wrapped in her very last breath. And you'll also hear from Margarit: Margarit volunteered to help the Legion of Mary find a rental space from which they could do their work. What she found instead was a house, an old man, and an incredible story of faith. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no This week, you'll hear from Dave Roever: While growing up in a loving, committed family in South Texas, the last thing on Dave Roever's mind was going to war. Drafted and set off to the Vietnam War, Dave promised his young bride that he would be home in no time, and “without a scare on him.” Eight months into his tour of duty, Dave was burned beyond recognition. Returning home to a wife and an uncertain future, Dave would transform his experience into a powerful message of hope and the love that Christ has for all of us. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt420092610.php BBA29B0F-4F56-4C3D-B49F-324C6142FDD2 Tue, 28 Sep 2010 16:19:32 -0400 09/26/10 Mary's Touch - Dave Roever This week, you'll hear from Dave Roever: While growing up in a loving, committed family in South Texas, the last thing on Dave Roever's mind was going to war. Drafted and set off to the Vietnam War, Dave promised his young bride that he would be home in no time, and “without a scare on him.” Eight months into his tour of duty, Dave was burned beyond recognition. Returning home to a wife and an uncertain future, Dave would transform his experience into a powerful message of hope and the love that Christ has for all of us. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no This week, you'll hear from Marcel: Later in life Marcel came back to his faith, and then went on to attend graduate school in theology. It was while studying that he had a profound theological revelation: the Marian aspects of the Church preceded the Petrine aspects of the Church. What does that mean for you, me and the whole Church? – Marcel explains. And you'll also hear from Kathleen: When Kathleen found that she had a serious heart condition, she turned to Mary and her miraculous medal for a miracle of healing. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt419091910.php 47795C2C-44A7-4EBA-8AB7-3F98F38E8B90 Mon, 20 Sep 2010 23:52:01 -0400 09/19/10 Mary's Touch - Marcel and Kathleen This week, you'll hear from Marcel: Later in life Marcel came back to his faith, and then went on to attend graduate school in theology. It was while studying that he had a profound theological revelation: the Marian aspects of the Church preceded the Petrine aspects of the Church. What does that mean for you, me and the whole Church? – Marcel explains. And you'll also hear from Kathleen: When Kathleen found that she had a serious heart condition, she turned to Mary and her miraculous medal for a miracle of healing. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no This week, to mark the ninth anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, we have a VERY special Mary’s Touch program for you. This week you will hear the incredible story of Ret. FDNY Capt. Alfredo (Al) Fuentes. As Acting Battalion Chief for the NYC Fire Department, Marine Division, Al Fuentes responded on September 11, 2001, to the attacks on the World Trade Center. While trying to assist victims of the attack, Al was nearly crushed by the collapsing South Tower. Though he had narrowly escaped death, Al continued to help victims even as the North Tower burned high above him. When the North Tower collapsed, Al had only prayer to protect him. Quite literally as the Hail Mary escaped his lips, Capt. Al Fuentes was buried under thousands of tons of steel and cement. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt418091210.php 87683430-25EC-44CB-B5DF-D8E50168E722 Mon, 20 Sep 2010 23:50:37 -0400 09/12/10 Mary's Touch - Remembering September 11, 2001. This week, to mark the ninth anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, we have a VERY special Mary’s Touch program for you. This week you will hear the incredible story of Ret. FDNY Capt. Alfredo (Al) Fuentes. As Acting Battalion Chief for the NYC Fire Department, Marine Division, Al Fuentes responded on September 11, 2001, to the attacks on the World Trade Center. While trying to assist victims of the attack, Al was nearly crushed by the collapsing South Tower. Though he had narrowly escaped death, Al continued to help victims even as the North Tower burned high above him. When the North Tower collapsed, Al had only prayer to protect him. Quite literally as the Hail Mary escaped his lips, Capt. Al Fuentes was buried under thousands of tons of steel and cement. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no This week, you'll hear from Elizabeth McClung: Elizabeth grew up in a pro-life family and had always worked to protect the unborn. But it was not until one day, out front of and abortion mill, when she found herself praying the Joyful and Sorrowful mysteries of the rosary at the same time, did she understand abortion’s deep and terrible impact on women and their children. And you'll also hear from Sister Ann Shields: Sister Ann Shields speaks all over the world. But in a special message for Mary’s Touch and the Frontline Faith Project, she talks about the powerful weapon of intercessory prayer. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt417090510.php ED2B54EE-DECB-448D-A2F6-6064917A4EEC Fri, 10 Sep 2010 18:34:14 -0400 09/05/10 Mary's Touch - Elizabeth McClung and Sister Ann Shields This week, you'll hear from Elizabeth McClung: Elizabeth grew up in a pro-life family and had always worked to protect the unborn. But it was not until one day, out front of and abortion mill, when she found herself praying the Joyful and Sorrowful mysteries of the rosary at the same time, did she understand abortion’s deep and terrible impact on women and their children. And you'll also hear from Sister Ann Shields: Sister Ann Shields speaks all over the world. But in a special message for Mary’s Touch and the Frontline Faith Project, she talks about the powerful weapon of intercessory prayer. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no This week, in a special Mary's Touch, you'll from Lisa Molina and her son Thomas. Thomas Molina, it is fair to say, is a remarkable boy. A three-time cancer survivor, he has spent most of his young life in and out of hospitals and treatment centers. Far from making him angry, his struggle to beat cancer has deepened his faith and the faith of those around him. Lisa, his mother, is a woman with an exceptional spirit. When she found out that her son (who was only three years old at the time) had Leukemia, she was stricken but resolved: together, as a family with Christ's help, they could beat the disease. When the cancer returned a second and then a third time, Lisa nearly broke, and cried out to heaven "please God, take me, but not my son." As she lay at the foot of her son's cross, she was suddenly held up and strengthened by Mary. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt415082210.php 12304AD4-7A46-4EE8-85F2-E25BD4C3E198 Thu, 2 Sep 2010 13:17:04 -0400 08/29/10 Mary's Touch - Lisa and Thomas Molina This week, in a special Mary's Touch, you'll from Lisa Molina and her son Thomas. Thomas Molina, it is fair to say, is a remarkable boy. A three-time cancer survivor, he has spent most of his young life in and out of hospitals and treatment centers. Far from making him angry, his struggle to beat cancer has deepened his faith and the faith of those around him. Lisa, his mother, is a woman with an exceptional spirit. When she found out that her son (who was only three years old at the time) had Leukemia, she was stricken but resolved: together, as a family with Christ's help, they could beat the disease. When the cancer returned a second and then a third time, Lisa nearly broke, and cried out to heaven "please God, take me, but not my son." As she lay at the foot of her son's cross, she was suddenly held up and strengthened by Mary. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no This week you’ll from Betsie: One evening, after a busy day of sports, Betsie’s son did not feel well. Assuming that the ache in her son’s leg was nothing more than a pulled muscle, Betsie took him to the doctor, just to be sure. What the physician found terrified her: her son had contracted a deadly, flesh eating bacteria that threatened his leg and his life. Betsie and her son needed a miracle. Thanks to their parish priest, and the Blessed Mother, they got one. And you’ll also hear from Katherine: Katherine volunteered to help her parish put on a CHRiP (Christ Renews His Parish) retreat. Stepping into Adoration to prepare herself, she was suddenly transformed by the Real Presence of Christ, and the presence of the Blessed Mother. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt415082210.php 2C018316-A968-4243-84A7-0076C2987DA1 Thu, 2 Sep 2010 13:14:46 -0400 08/22/10 Mary's Touch - Betsie and Katherine This week you’ll from Betsie: One evening, after a busy day of sports, Betsie’s son did not feel well. Assuming that the ache in her son’s leg was nothing more than a pulled muscle, Betsie took him to the doctor, just to be sure. What the physician found terrified her: her son had contracted a deadly, flesh eating bacteria that threatened his leg and his life. Betsie and her son needed a miracle. Thanks to their parish priest, and the Blessed Mother, they got one. And you’ll also hear from Katherine: Katherine volunteered to help her parish put on a CHRiP (Christ Renews His Parish) retreat. Stepping into Adoration to prepare herself, she was suddenly transformed by the Real Presence of Christ, and the presence of the Blessed Mother. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no In week four, our final week of our special Mary’s Touch series’ featuring Sherri Davis, Sherri looks back to the beginning of her illness and trace her path through the many graces, setbacks and sorrows of the final months of her life. Recorded bedside, we hear the incredible sweetness of Sherri's union with Christ suffering on the Cross. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt414081510.php 6CE28414-9213-4B02-AF34-F26AD8302CC1 Thu, 2 Sep 2010 13:13:15 -0400 08/15/10 Mary's Touch - Sherri Davis - Part Four In week four, our final week of our special Mary’s Touch series’ featuring Sherri Davis, Sherri looks back to the beginning of her illness and trace her path through the many graces, setbacks and sorrows of the final months of her life. Recorded bedside, we hear the incredible sweetness of Sherri's union with Christ suffering on the Cross. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no This week, continuing our special Mary’s Touch series, Sherri shares her thoughts on suffering and prayer for one another. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt413080810.php 72DB3A96-69F9-494B-83C1-932E8B5761CD Thu, 2 Sep 2010 13:09:06 -0400 08/08/10 Mary's Touch - Sherri Davis - Part Three This week, continuing our special Mary’s Touch series, Sherri shares her thoughts on suffering and prayer for one another. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no This week we continue our special Mary’s Touch series. In 2007, Sherri Davis of Austin, TX, was diagnosed with small-cell lung cancer. She visited with Cheri Lomonte and Sally Robb four different times, sharing her faith-filled story of hope, and dedicating her suffering to those asking for her prayers. These programs are perhaps the most powerful Mary’s Touch episodes that we have ever broadcast. This week Sherri continues her story, discussing how it feels to be a patient with terminal illness and how her faith has affected those caring for her. Also, this week you’ll hear from Gary: Far from the faith Gary went to Marian conference, not to look for the Blessed Mother, but to close a business deal. What Gary did not know is that Mary was looking for him too, and intended to close a deal with Gary in the name of her Son. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt412080110.php 948A5C18-65CE-427B-80B7-3D4ED1A01E3A Sun, 1 Aug 2010 19:49:11 -0400 08/01/10 Mary's Touch - Sherri Davis - Part Two This week we continue our special Mary’s Touch series. In 2007, Sherri Davis of Austin, TX, was diagnosed with small-cell lung cancer. She visited with Cheri Lomonte and Sally Robb four different times, sharing her faith-filled story of hope, and dedicating her suffering to those asking for her prayers. These programs are perhaps the most powerful Mary’s Touch episodes that we have ever broadcast. This week Sherri continues her story, discussing how it feels to be a patient with terminal illness and how her faith has affected those caring for her. Also, this week you’ll hear from Gary: Far from the faith Gary went to Marian conference, not to look for the Blessed Mother, but to close a business deal. What Gary did not know is that Mary was looking for him too, and intended to close a deal with Gary in the name of her Son. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no This week we have a very, very special Mary’s Touch for you. In May 2007, Sherri Davis of Austin, TX, was diagnosed with small-cell lung cancer. Over the course of the next nine months, she visited with Cheri Lomonte and Sally Robb four different times, sharing her faith-filled story of hope, and dedicating her suffering to those asking for her prayers. These programs, four in total, are perhaps the most powerful Mary’s Touch episodes that we have ever broadcast. July 16th, the feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel, was also Sherri’s birthday. In remembrance of her birthday, and the feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel, we are privileged to bring you, over the next four weeks, and encore presentation of Sherri Davis’ powerful story. To begin, this week you’ll hear Sherri talk about suffering, and how it is what we do with the suffering that matters most. When we offer our suffering to God for others, when we offer suffering with love and joy, God can take that suffering and do amazing things. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt411072510.php 807584F4-F6CA-4A5D-9167-737C48DFF8E6 Sun, 25 Jul 2010 18:51:45 -0400 07/25/10 Mary's Touch - Sherri Davis This week we have a very, very special Mary’s Touch for you. In May 2007, Sherri Davis of Austin, TX, was diagnosed with small-cell lung cancer. Over the course of the next nine months, she visited with Cheri Lomonte and Sally Robb four different times, sharing her faith-filled story of hope, and dedicating her suffering to those asking for her prayers. These programs, four in total, are perhaps the most powerful Mary’s Touch episodes that we have ever broadcast. July 16th, the feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel, was also Sherri’s birthday. In remembrance of her birthday, and the feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel, we are privileged to bring you, over the next four weeks, and encore presentation of Sherri Davis’ powerful story. To begin, this week you’ll hear Sherri talk about suffering, and how it is what we do with the suffering that matters most. When we offer our suffering to God for others, when we offer suffering with love and joy, God can take that suffering and do amazing things. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no This week, you'll hear from Jeanne: While away on business Jeanne got a call from her daughter: she was pregnant, scared and wanted an abortion. Rushing back home, Jeanne began to pray and work to save the life of her tiny, unborn grandson. Also hear from Regina: As Regina’s daughter entered her “terrible teens” she became rebellious, abusive, and violent. Feeling that she was at the end of her rope, Regina turned to the Blessed Mother to heal the relationship with her daughter. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt410071810.php E117A620-9605-42C8-94F7-3FF7FA4E1158 Sun, 25 Jul 2010 18:50:27 -0400 07/18/10 Mary's Touch - Jeane and Regina This week, you'll hear from Jeanne: While away on business Jeanne got a call from her daughter: she was pregnant, scared and wanted an abortion. Rushing back home, Jeanne began to pray and work to save the life of her tiny, unborn grandson. Also hear from Regina: As Regina’s daughter entered her “terrible teens” she became rebellious, abusive, and violent. Feeling that she was at the end of her rope, Regina turned to the Blessed Mother to heal the relationship with her daughter. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no This week, you'll hear from Karin: Karin was like many Catholic, American women. Though she grew up in a Catholic home and went to a Catholic college, she was unsure of her vocation as a woman. Nearing her late thirties, she discerned a call to motherhood. However, as the years went by and no children arrived, she turned to Our Lady of Sorrows to help guild her next steps. And you'll also hear from Jackie: Jackie battled alcoholism and depression for most of her life. It was not until she abandoned herself to Mary, as a frighten child would to her mother, that she found the security and love that she needed to battle her addiction. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt409071110.php C8696E0C-288D-47A5-A68E-CF038466A17D Sun, 25 Jul 2010 18:47:30 -0400 07/11/10 Mary's Touch - Karin and Jackie This week, you'll hear from Karin: Karin was like many Catholic, American women. Though she grew up in a Catholic home and went to a Catholic college, she was unsure of her vocation as a woman. Nearing her late thirties, she discerned a call to motherhood. However, as the years went by and no children arrived, she turned to Our Lady of Sorrows to help guild her next steps. And you'll also hear from Jackie: Jackie battled alcoholism and depression for most of her life. It was not until she abandoned herself to Mary, as a frighten child would to her mother, that she found the security and love that she needed to battle her addiction. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no This week, in a special midweek addition of Mary's Touch, you'll hear from Sarah: On April 20, 1990, shooting began in the halls of Columbine High School. When Sarah heard the news, she rushed to the school, hoping her two children were alright. When she arrived on the scene, she thanked God that her son was out of the school and safe, but where was her daughter? And you'll also hear from Father Justin: When Father Justin was called upon to help a young woman who was possessed, he turn to Mary, the one who crushes the serpent with her heal. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt070710.php C1E7B916-5128-4764-8BDB-3E9EB9AD842E Sat, 10 Jul 2010 11:32:40 -0400 07/07/10 Mary's Touch - Sarah and Father Justin This week, in a special midweek addition of Mary's Touch, you'll hear from Sarah: On April 20, 1990, shooting began in the halls of Columbine High School. When Sarah heard the news, she rushed to the school, hoping her two children were alright. When she arrived on the scene, she thanked God that her son was out of the school and safe, but where was her daughter? And you'll also hear from Father Justin: When Father Justin was called upon to help a young woman who was possessed, he turn to Mary, the one who crushes the serpent with her heal. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no This week you'll hear fron Sharon: One day Sharon received terrible news: her husband, the light to her light, was diagnosed with untreatable, pancreatic cancer. Having only weeks to live, Sharon placed her husband’s life, and the hopes for a peaceful death, in the hands of Mary. And you'll also hear fron Erica: When Erica was commissioned to paint a portrait of Mary, she was given a small gift as a sign of the Blessed Mother’s love. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt408070110.php 88C583EB-A092-43FC-8748-07945D32C5FC Sat, 10 Jul 2010 11:30:48 -0400 07/04/10 Mary's Touch - Sharon and Erica This week you'll hear fron Sharon: One day Sharon received terrible news: her husband, the light to her light, was diagnosed with untreatable, pancreatic cancer. Having only weeks to live, Sharon placed her husband’s life, and the hopes for a peaceful death, in the hands of Mary. And you'll also hear fron Erica: When Erica was commissioned to paint a portrait of Mary, she was given a small gift as a sign of the Blessed Mother’s love. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no This week you'll hear from Donna Gunn: As a young woman Donna wanted very much to be a mother. But after losing three children, she had almost given up hope. When she was pregnant with her fourth child, a little girl, and found out that her unborn daughter had a serious heart defect, Donna promised God that if her daughter lived, she would dedicated her life to children. Many years later Donna has made good on that promise by reaching out to children in Africa. And you’ll also hear from Juan Diego: Today, Private Diego proudly serves our country as a United States Marine. Not long ago, however, Juan Diego faced the challenge of Marine Boot Camp. Many recruits, as you may well know, pray that they will get through that experience. Rosary in hand, Private Diego prayed his way through the toughest test of his life. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt407062710.php 531B366F-57CF-46F4-A143-580F151899C8 Sat, 3 Jul 2010 11:47:18 -0400 06/27/10 Mary's Touch - Donna Gunn and Juan Diego This week you'll hear from Donna Gunn: As a young woman Donna wanted very much to be a mother. But after losing three children, she had almost given up hope. When she was pregnant with her fourth child, a little girl, and found out that her unborn daughter had a serious heart defect, Donna promised God that if her daughter lived, she would dedicated her life to children. Many years later Donna has made good on that promise by reaching out to children in Africa. And you’ll also hear from Juan Diego: Today, Private Diego proudly serves our country as a United States Marine. Not long ago, however, Juan Diego faced the challenge of Marine Boot Camp. Many recruits, as you may well know, pray that they will get through that experience. Rosary in hand, Private Diego prayed his way through the toughest test of his life. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no This week you'll hear from Brother John Michael Talbot: In the early 70’s John Michael Talbot dreamed of being a rock star. One evening, after a wild concert, he realized how empty a life of fame was and that he needed to change – dramatically. Traveling deep into the woods of Arkansas, John Michael Talbot set his feet on a path towards Christ and His Blessed Mother. And you’ll also hear from Sandy: When Sandy’s daughter fell ill, she reached out to Mary with a desperate prayer for help. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt405061310.php 093FA948-13AF-4AB7-B8A7-CCC9EBB825C8 Wed, 16 Jun 2010 22:17:45 -0400 06/13/10 Mary's Touch - John Michael Talbot and Sandy This week you'll hear from Brother John Michael Talbot: In the early 70’s John Michael Talbot dreamed of being a rock star. One evening, after a wild concert, he realized how empty a life of fame was and that he needed to change – dramatically. Traveling deep into the woods of Arkansas, John Michael Talbot set his feet on a path towards Christ and His Blessed Mother. And you’ll also hear from Sandy: When Sandy’s daughter fell ill, she reached out to Mary with a desperate prayer for help. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no This week you’ll from Fred Berretta: Fred was like many Catholic men in America; though he had been raised in the Church, his faith did not play a central role in his life. As fate would have it, just as he was rediscovery his faith, he was forced to answer a critical question: Could he accept that it was God’s will that he and the other passengers of flight1549 might die when their plane made an emergency landing in the Hudson River? This “flight of faith” changed Fred’s life. And you’ll also hear from Theresa: Theresa wanted to serve Our Lord, without hesitation. To find her calling she started with a deep prayer to the Blessed Mother. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt404060610.php 24FE4F42-0AAA-45EA-B68A-E44139B0E27F Wed, 16 Jun 2010 22:15:56 -0400 06/06/10 Mary's Touch - Fred Berretta and Theresa This week you’ll from Fred Berretta: Fred was like many Catholic men in America; though he had been raised in the Church, his faith did not play a central role in his life. As fate would have it, just as he was rediscovery his faith, he was forced to answer a critical question: Could he accept that it was God’s will that he and the other passengers of flight1549 might die when their plane made an emergency landing in the Hudson River? This “flight of faith” changed Fred’s life. And you’ll also hear from Theresa: Theresa wanted to serve Our Lord, without hesitation. To find her calling she started with a deep prayer to the Blessed Mother. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no This week you’ll from Dr. John Bruchalski: Dr. John grew up in a strong Polish, Catholic family, but left the Church in his early twenties. Working as a young OBGYN resident, Dr. John firmly believed that contraception, sterilization and abortion were absolutely necessary to “free” women from the chains of their fertility. However, while visiting the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe, he was halted in his tracks by a voice that demanded “why are you hurting me?” And you’ll also hear from Ellie: After Ellie’s’ grandson visited Lourdes, her children suggested that she do the same. Nothing in the world could have prepared her for the beauty of this Shrine or the power of its healing waters. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt403053010.php 02A71416-A460-4053-B49E-DED414AEBA3E Tue, 1 Jun 2010 13:52:08 -0400 05/30/10 Mary's Touch - Dr. John Bruchalski and Ellie This week you’ll from Dr. John Bruchalski: Dr. John grew up in a strong Polish, Catholic family, but left the Church in his early twenties. Working as a young OBGYN resident, Dr. John firmly believed that contraception, sterilization and abortion were absolutely necessary to “free” women from the chains of their fertility. However, while visiting the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe, he was halted in his tracks by a voice that demanded “why are you hurting me?” And you’ll also hear from Ellie: After Ellie’s’ grandson visited Lourdes, her children suggested that she do the same. Nothing in the world could have prepared her for the beauty of this Shrine or the power of its healing waters. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no This week you’ll from Luz: Luz has given her life to helping women kept their babies and stopping abortions. To do this difficult work, Luz depends on the blessed Mary and the power of prayer to clam tempers, changes hearts and save souls. And you’ll also hear from Sister Shields: Growing up, Sister Shields always saw Mary as distant and removed for her life. It was not until her mid-thirties that Sister came to understand that to truly have Mary as her Mother; she needed to listen closely to what Mary’s son Jesus told her to do. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt402052310.php 45D4043B-908D-45D0-B5AE-47E2009B1855 Tue, 1 Jun 2010 13:50:49 -0400 05/23/10 Mary's Touch - Luz and Sister Shields This week you’ll from Luz: Luz has given her life to helping women kept their babies and stopping abortions. To do this difficult work, Luz depends on the blessed Mary and the power of prayer to clam tempers, changes hearts and save souls. And you’ll also hear from Sister Shields: Growing up, Sister Shields always saw Mary as distant and removed for her life. It was not until her mid-thirties that Sister came to understand that to truly have Mary as her Mother; she needed to listen closely to what Mary’s son Jesus told her to do. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no This week you’ll from Kay: Kay works for The Gabriel Project, which helps women in crisis pregnancies. One evening, faced with an expectant mother and father in dire need, she turned to Mary for help. And you’ll also hear from Anna: Anna was a Hospice Social worker who, thanks to the Miraculous Medal, helped bring a dying man home to the sacraments and Christ. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt401051610.php 85430D89-E29B-483C-8ADC-A68463B5F608 Tue, 1 Jun 2010 13:48:37 -0400 05/16/10 Mary's Touch - Kay and Anna This week you’ll from Kay: Kay works for The Gabriel Project, which helps women in crisis pregnancies. One evening, faced with an expectant mother and father in dire need, she turned to Mary for help. And you’ll also hear from Anna: Anna was a Hospice Social worker who, thanks to the Miraculous Medal, helped bring a dying man home to the sacraments and Christ. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no This week you'll hear from Lila Rose: As a little girl, Lila Rose was drawn to the Blessed Mother as an ideal of womanhood. After she placed an icon of Mother Mary over her bed, the Blessed Mother began guiding her to a deeper relationship with Christ and a life as an unshakeable defender of the unborn. And you'll from Mel: For years Mel and her husband tried to get pregnant. When at last they did, their joy turned to great sorrow after Mel experienced a miscarriage. Mel’s grief was lifted after a visit from a mysterious and radiant woman. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt400050910.php 908DB37A-8CB3-43B7-943B-72ADB8A226BD Sat, 15 May 2010 14:28:15 -0400 05/09/10 Mary's Touch - Lila Rose and Mel This week you'll hear from Lila Rose: As a little girl, Lila Rose was drawn to the Blessed Mother as an ideal of womanhood. After she placed an icon of Mother Mary over her bed, the Blessed Mother began guiding her to a deeper relationship with Christ and a life as an unshakeable defender of the unborn. And you'll from Mel: For years Mel and her husband tried to get pregnant. When at last they did, their joy turned to great sorrow after Mel experienced a miscarriage. Mel’s grief was lifted after a visit from a mysterious and radiant woman. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no This week you'll hear from Daniel Rouzier: Daniel grew up in Haiti and now dedicates his life to rebuilding his country and feeding its people. As the pro-bono chairman of Food For The Poor, Daniel prayers the rosary daily, knowing that Mary is holding him, and all that he must do, in her loving hands. And you'll from Maureen: Maureen always wanted to be a mother. When at last she was pregnant with twins, her babies faced an uphill battle due to a rare medical condition. Though the prognosis looked grim, Maureen turned to Mary and the waters of Lourdes, never giving up hope. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt350050210.php D8369C0A-0BA8-4058-AD78-F8B37F4D5D28 Sat, 15 May 2010 14:26:22 -0400 05/02/10 Mary's Touch - Daniel Rouzier and Maureen This week you'll hear from Daniel Rouzier: Daniel grew up in Haiti and now dedicates his life to rebuilding his country and feeding its people. As the pro-bono chairman of Food For The Poor, Daniel prayers the rosary daily, knowing that Mary is holding him, and all that he must do, in her loving hands. And you'll from Maureen: Maureen always wanted to be a mother. When at last she was pregnant with twins, her babies faced an uphill battle due to a rare medical condition. Though the prognosis looked grim, Maureen turned to Mary and the waters of Lourdes, never giving up hope. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no This week you’ll hear from Immaculée Ilibagiza: Immaculée Ilibagiza is the author of Left To Tell, the gut-wrenching story of how she survived the 1994 Rwandan genocide by hiding in a bathroom for over three months with seven other women. When she finally immerged most of her family was dead, victims of a bloody massacre on a national scale. Although the world was shocked by the murder of nearly one million Rwandans, some in the country remembered how almost 13 years before our Blessed Mother, the Lady of Kibeho, had pleaded with the nation to pray that they might be spared a terrible tribulation. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt349042510.php 0FA2F6F2-7CD8-41EF-BE2D-1E279D4A4463 Sat, 1 May 2010 19:05:29 -0400 04/25/10 Mary's Touch - Immaculée Ilibagiza This week you’ll hear from Immaculée Ilibagiza: Immaculée Ilibagiza is the author of Left To Tell, the gut-wrenching story of how she survived the 1994 Rwandan genocide by hiding in a bathroom for over three months with seven other women. When she finally immerged most of her family was dead, victims of a bloody massacre on a national scale. Although the world was shocked by the murder of nearly one million Rwandans, some in the country remembered how almost 13 years before our Blessed Mother, the Lady of Kibeho, had pleaded with the nation to pray that they might be spared a terrible tribulation. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no This week you’ll hear from Jeff Cavins: Jeff was raised Catholic but left the Church and became a Protestant pastor. After twelve years of pastoral work and study, Jeff realized that if Mary was Jesus’ mother, she was also the Queen Mother and Mother to us all. And you'll also hear from Darlene: Darlene climb on a bus in Texas and went on a pilgrimage to the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe. After seeing the Holy Father, Pope John Paul II, a tragic event turned the trip into a journey. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt348041810.php 4EF5F0FF-19AD-436A-9C32-B539DB076C1E Fri, 23 Apr 2010 23:48:52 -0400 04/18/10 Mary's Touch - Jeff Cavins and Darlene This week you’ll hear from Jeff Cavins: Jeff was raised Catholic but left the Church and became a Protestant pastor. After twelve years of pastoral work and study, Jeff realized that if Mary was Jesus’ mother, she was also the Queen Mother and Mother to us all. And you'll also hear from Darlene: Darlene climb on a bus in Texas and went on a pilgrimage to the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe. After seeing the Holy Father, Pope John Paul II, a tragic event turned the trip into a journey. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no This week you’ll hear a very special Mary’s Touch, as we sit down with Paula: Paula was born in pre-World War II Poland to a devout Jewish family. When Germany invaded Poland in 1939, she and her family were forced to flee their home. As Jews living in Nazi occupied Europe, Paula and her family were never safe. To protect his daughter, Paula’s father decided that she and her sisters should be baptized Roman Catholic. While in hiding, the Blessed Mother appeared to Paula, giving her a message so powerful that it forced Paula to choose between saving her family or breaking her father’s heart. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt347041110.php FBC86201-FA42-482E-8DAA-F82D93E3000D Fri, 16 Apr 2010 20:32:18 -0400 04/11/10 Mary's Touch - Paula This week you’ll hear a very special Mary’s Touch, as we sit down with Paula: Paula was born in pre-World War II Poland to a devout Jewish family. When Germany invaded Poland in 1939, she and her family were forced to flee their home. As Jews living in Nazi occupied Europe, Paula and her family were never safe. To protect his daughter, Paula’s father decided that she and her sisters should be baptized Roman Catholic. While in hiding, the Blessed Mother appeared to Paula, giving her a message so powerful that it forced Paula to choose between saving her family or breaking her father’s heart. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no This week you'll hear from Henrietta: At mid-life, Henrietta found herself divorced and childless. Desperately wanting a baby, she decided to adopt a child from Russia. Worried about what sort of mother she would be, Henrietta turned to Mary who led her to a very special child. And you will also hear from Dolores: While driving to San Antonio, TX, Dolores was suddenly confronted with a car hurtling down the freeway, directly at her, doing over 65 miles per hour. Dolores is certain that the rosary in her hand and the prayers on her lips changed the outcome of that terrible day. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt346040410.php 40B5A67C-813D-4D10-BCDF-5B1B0AA6E9B1 Sat, 10 Apr 2010 19:15:51 -0400 04/04/10 Mary's Touch -Henrietta and Dolores This week you'll hear from Henrietta: At mid-life, Henrietta found herself divorced and childless. Desperately wanting a baby, she decided to adopt a child from Russia. Worried about what sort of mother she would be, Henrietta turned to Mary who led her to a very special child. And you will also hear from Dolores: While driving to San Antonio, TX, Dolores was suddenly confronted with a car hurtling down the freeway, directly at her, doing over 65 miles per hour. Dolores is certain that the rosary in her hand and the prayers on her lips changed the outcome of that terrible day. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no Welcome to Mary's Touch. This week you'll hear from Jeanne: Jeanne was raised Catholic, but fell away from the Church after struggling with questions for which she could find no answers. Suffering from migraine headaches and other illnesses she made a “bargain” with God: she would do anything He wanted if He would take away her pain. Want did God want from Jeanne in return? To heal her, body and soul. And you will also hear from Phyllis: Phyllis grew up largely a-religious. After having her children she began attending a Protestant Church, where she took a class that taught her the rosary. This powerful prayer led Phyllis home to Christ and His Church. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt344032110.php EB96ECD6-D30C-495E-8937-267683F05B12 Fri, 26 Mar 2010 19:12:36 -0400 03/21/10 Mary's Touch - Jeanne and Phyllis Welcome to Mary's Touch. This week you'll hear from Jeanne: Jeanne was raised Catholic, but fell away from the Church after struggling with questions for which she could find no answers. Suffering from migraine headaches and other illnesses she made a “bargain” with God: she would do anything He wanted if He would take away her pain. Want did God want from Jeanne in return? To heal her, body and soul. And you will also hear from Phyllis: Phyllis grew up largely a-religious. After having her children she began attending a Protestant Church, where she took a class that taught her the rosary. This powerful prayer led Phyllis home to Christ and His Church. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no "And I prayed to Mary that my father would, for once in his life, listen to a woman, for his own good and despite himself." This week you'll hear from Jeff: On New Year’s Eve, Jeff father had a stroke. As his father lay dying in hospital bed, Jeff wanted to be by his side. However, the two men were separated by many miles and many emotional barriers. Jeff turn to Mary to help his father and himself. And you will also hear from Stephanie: Stephanie’s parents lived a double life. Though they saw to her Catholic upbringing they were not married in the Church, and Stephanie’s father rarely set foot in the building. As Stephanie prayed for her father, year after year, he at last took up the rosary and found his way home to Christ. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt343031410.php 69B87954-2EF8-4863-A570-0ED2900A5273 Sat, 20 Mar 2010 12:27:38 -0400 03/14/10 Mary's Touch - Jeff and Stephanie "And I prayed to Mary that my father would, for once in his life, listen to a woman, for his own good and despite himself." This week you'll hear from Jeff: On New Year’s Eve, Jeff father had a stroke. As his father lay dying in hospital bed, Jeff wanted to be by his side. However, the two men were separated by many miles and many emotional barriers. Jeff turn to Mary to help his father and himself. And you will also hear from Stephanie: Stephanie’s parents lived a double life. Though they saw to her Catholic upbringing they were not married in the Church, and Stephanie’s father rarely set foot in the building. As Stephanie prayed for her father, year after year, he at last took up the rosary and found his way home to Christ. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no "And then the Blessed Mother said to me; 'pray more,' and I thought, I can't do that." This week you'll hear from Alan Ames: Despite an upbringing as a Catholic, Alan strayed from the Church, wasting his life in sin. After he married and had two children, he settled down a little. But the change was only temporary, and he soon found himself falling back in to bad company and a sinful life. Depressed and tormented by nightmares, Alan was saved by a confrontation with an angel who commanded him to pray and pray some more And you'll hear from Carmen: As a little girl, Carmen’s grandmother taught her to love Mary. At the age of 39 she had her last child – a little girl born four weeks too soon. The rosary and the loving hand of Mary save both mother and child, her “miracle baby.” Now retired, Carmen spends her time telling everyone about the love of Mary. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt341022810.php AF552A4C-2316-4035-9AA3-964B339981A6 Thu, 11 Mar 2010 19:29:28 -0500 03/07/10 Mary's Touch - Benito and Johnnette "And then the Blessed Mother said to me; 'pray more,' and I thought, I can't do that." This week you'll hear from Alan Ames: Despite an upbringing as a Catholic, Alan strayed from the Church, wasting his life in sin. After he married and had two children, he settled down a little. But the change was only temporary, and he soon found himself falling back in to bad company and a sinful life. Depressed and tormented by nightmares, Alan was saved by a confrontation with an angel who commanded him to pray and pray some more And you'll hear from Carmen: As a little girl, Carmen’s grandmother taught her to love Mary. At the age of 39 she had her last child – a little girl born four weeks too soon. The rosary and the loving hand of Mary save both mother and child, her “miracle baby.” Now retired, Carmen spends her time telling everyone about the love of Mary. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no "And then the Blessed Mother said to me; 'pray more,' and I thought, I can't do that." This week you'll hear from Alan Ames: Despite an upbringing as a Catholic, Alan strayed from the Church, wasting his life in sin. After he married and had two children, he settled down a little. But the change was only temporary, and he soon found himself falling back in to bad company and a sinful life. Depressed and tormented by nightmares, Alan was saved by a confrontation with an angel who commanded him to pray and pray some more And you'll hear from Carmen: As a little girl, Carmen’s grandmother taught her to love Mary. At the age of 39 she had her last child – a little girl born four weeks too soon. The rosary and the loving hand of Mary save both mother and child, her “miracle baby.” Now retired, Carmen spends her time telling everyone about the love of Mary. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt341022810.php 6A8B1F59-CAF5-426F-A61B-207776FDD9B2 Fri, 5 Mar 2010 18:48:57 -0500 02/28/10 Mary's Touch - Alan and Carmen "And then the Blessed Mother said to me; 'pray more,' and I thought, I can't do that." This week you'll hear from Alan Ames: Despite an upbringing as a Catholic, Alan strayed from the Church, wasting his life in sin. After he married and had two children, he settled down a little. But the change was only temporary, and he soon found himself falling back in to bad company and a sinful life. Depressed and tormented by nightmares, Alan was saved by a confrontation with an angel who commanded him to pray and pray some more And you'll hear from Carmen: As a little girl, Carmen’s grandmother taught her to love Mary. At the age of 39 she had her last child – a little girl born four weeks too soon. The rosary and the loving hand of Mary save both mother and child, her “miracle baby.” Now retired, Carmen spends her time telling everyone about the love of Mary. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no "He was all wrapped in Katrina, and FEMA and he just kept going on and on... and then he decided he didn't love me anymore and he just wanted to take off." This week you'll hear from Rosary: Growing up as a young girl, Rosary’s mother passed on to her a deep devotion to Mary. Good thing – because she would need it. After hurricane Katrina destroyed her home, her husband of 40 years left her. When most of us would have nothing left to give, she was asked to pour out her remaining emotional energy as an offering to the one person who had hurt her most. And you'll hear from Vince: Vince had always lived his life in the driver seat. But a serious car accident forced him to acknowledge that while man proposes. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt340022110.php A72571AD-3888-41FD-8637-08E9415A2B1B Fri, 26 Feb 2010 11:16:52 -0500 02/21/10 Mary's Touch - Rosary and Vince "He was all wrapped in Katrina, and FEMA and he just kept going on and on... and then he decided he didn't love me anymore and he just wanted to take off." This week you'll hear from Rosary: Growing up as a young girl, Rosary’s mother passed on to her a deep devotion to Mary. Good thing – because she would need it. After hurricane Katrina destroyed her home, her husband of 40 years left her. When most of us would have nothing left to give, she was asked to pour out her remaining emotional energy as an offering to the one person who had hurt her most. And you'll hear from Vince: Vince had always lived his life in the driver seat. But a serious car accident forced him to acknowledge that while man proposes. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no "We have a cultural of death, and the people in it God loves. So we bring Christ and Mary in love to them." This week you'll hear from Msgr. Philip Reilly. Msgr. Reilly is the founder and director of the Helpers of God’s Precious Infants, one of our nation’s largest prayer-driven pro-life organizations. Through prayer, especially the rosary, the Helpers of God’s Precious Infants bring the love of Christ to the sidewalks and streets in front of abortion-mills around the world. And you'll also hear from Mary. Mary’s daughter married the boy next-door; a young man who the family thought was the perfect match for their daughter. Within two years however, what had started as a dream come true for Mary’s daughter turned into a nightmare of drugs, alcohol, infidelity and divorce. Desperate to protect her daughter from a violent ex-son-in-law, Mary turned to the Blessed Mother for help. Her prayers were answered but at a terrible price. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt339021410.php 3119F1AA-1086-4A9E-BF6F-6D8BB0FC81AF Fri, 19 Feb 2010 18:20:13 -0500 02/14/10 Mary's Touch -Msgr. Phiilip Reilly and Mary "We have a cultural of death, and the people in it God loves. So we bring Christ and Mary in love to them." This week you'll hear from Msgr. Philip Reilly. Msgr. Reilly is the founder and director of the Helpers of God’s Precious Infants, one of our nation’s largest prayer-driven pro-life organizations. Through prayer, especially the rosary, the Helpers of God’s Precious Infants bring the love of Christ to the sidewalks and streets in front of abortion-mills around the world. And you'll also hear from Mary. Mary’s daughter married the boy next-door; a young man who the family thought was the perfect match for their daughter. Within two years however, what had started as a dream come true for Mary’s daughter turned into a nightmare of drugs, alcohol, infidelity and divorce. Desperate to protect her daughter from a violent ex-son-in-law, Mary turned to the Blessed Mother for help. Her prayers were answered but at a terrible price. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no "I had absolutely no idea who Our Lady of Guadalupe was – I thought maybe she was a false image that Mexicans worshipped." This week you’ll hear from Barbara: When Barbara discovered she was pregnant, she was worried. She was older and had miscarried before. Fortunately for her the women in her rosary pray group stepped up, and bringing an image of Our Lady of Guadalupe to her home, prayed over her and her unborn child. Not only was the pregnancy an uneventful one, but Barbara develop a new and deep devotion to Our Lady of Guadalupe. And you’ll also hear from Rosemary: A life of drugs and alcohol robbed Rosemary of her sight. One day she had a vision of Mary and Jesus, both of whom promised her that her sight would return. Quite literally, Rosemary clung to this promise with a faith not lead by sight and in due course her eyes were healed. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt338020710.php A2493DC5-F82A-4A2B-A874-8180FF5E3845 Fri, 12 Feb 2010 10:21:44 -0500 02/07/10 Mary's Touch - Barbara and Rosemary "I had absolutely no idea who Our Lady of Guadalupe was – I thought maybe she was a false image that Mexicans worshipped." This week you’ll hear from Barbara: When Barbara discovered she was pregnant, she was worried. She was older and had miscarried before. Fortunately for her the women in her rosary pray group stepped up, and bringing an image of Our Lady of Guadalupe to her home, prayed over her and her unborn child. Not only was the pregnancy an uneventful one, but Barbara develop a new and deep devotion to Our Lady of Guadalupe. And you’ll also hear from Rosemary: A life of drugs and alcohol robbed Rosemary of her sight. One day she had a vision of Mary and Jesus, both of whom promised her that her sight would return. Quite literally, Rosemary clung to this promise with a faith not lead by sight and in due course her eyes were healed. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no "When I didn't get answers I wanted I just said, 'OK God, You are in charge of this, You are in charge of Michelle's life.'" This week you?ll hear from Carol: Carol?s daughter Michelle was born with epilepsy. While seeking out the best care that she could give her daughter, Carol came to understand that ultimately what happens to all of us is in God?s hands. And you?ll also hear from Rula: Rula is a Greek Orthodox Christian living in Palestine. Through Mary, and especially the miracle of Her weeping icon, Rula is drawn to the Latin Church and closer to Christ. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt337013110.php http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt337013110.php Sat, 6 Feb 2010 11:27:20 -0500 01/31/10 Mary's Touch - Carol and Rula "When I didn't get answers I wanted I just said, 'OK God, You are in charge of this, You are in charge of Michelle's life.'" This week you?ll hear from Carol: Carol?s daughter Michelle was born with epilepsy. While seeking out the best care that she could give her daughter, Carol came to understand that ultimately what happens to all of us is in God?s hands. And you?ll also hear from Rula: Rula is a Greek Orthodox Christian living in Palestine. Through Mary, and especially the miracle of Her weeping icon, Rula is drawn to the Latin Church and closer to Christ. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no "When I tried to share what the rosary was about with our non-catholic members, the group just disbanded." This week you'll hear from Linda. Linda’s faith was deepen and enriched by being part of a prayer circle. She and her sisters in Christ, many of whom were protestant, would often meet and bring the power of intercessory prayer to those in need. However, when Linda suggested that prayers for Mary’s intercession be included by the group, things changed. And you'll also hear from Armando. Growing up in Puerto Rico, Armando was often frightened by statues of the Blessed Mother. But later, as he came to understand that Mary was one of the first disciples, his love of the Blessed Mother led him to a life with the Marianist Brothers. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt336012410.php 44E20771-B83E-4D64-9621-78AB4D8EF9E9 Thu, 28 Jan 2010 11:27:20 -0500 01/24/10 Mary's Touch - Linda and Brother Armando "When I tried to share what the rosary was about with our non-catholic members, the group just disbanded." This week you'll hear from Linda. Linda’s faith was deepen and enriched by being part of a prayer circle. She and her sisters in Christ, many of whom were protestant, would often meet and bring the power of intercessory prayer to those in need. However, when Linda suggested that prayers for Mary’s intercession be included by the group, things changed. And you'll also hear from Armando. Growing up in Puerto Rico, Armando was often frightened by statues of the Blessed Mother. But later, as he came to understand that Mary was one of the first disciples, his love of the Blessed Mother led him to a life with the Marianist Brothers. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no Father Stephan and Jill Program 3.35 - January 17, 2009 This week on Mary's Touch... "Are we flexible enough to understand the ways that God works outside the box?" This week you'll hear from Father Stefan Starzynski. Father Stefan is a priest in Fairfax, VA. Imagine his surprise when he was confront by two devote Hindus from India, Kumar and Uma, who said that Mary had been calling them in a dream. And you'll also hear from Jill. Jill grew up as a Protestant with no relationship with the Blessed Mother. After her conversion to Catholicism, she felt an undeniable pull towards the loving heart of Mary. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt335011710.php 4E480189-DC12-4262-BDF4-3686C8A4FABD Thu, 21 Jan 2010 12:37:47 -0500 01/17/10 Mary's Touch - Father Stephan and Jill Father Stephan and Jill Program 3.35 - January 17, 2009 This week on Mary's Touch... "Are we flexible enough to understand the ways that God works outside the box?" This week you'll hear from Father Stefan Starzynski. Father Stefan is a priest in Fairfax, VA. Imagine his surprise when he was confront by two devote Hindus from India, Kumar and Uma, who said that Mary had been calling them in a dream. And you'll also hear from Jill. Jill grew up as a Protestant with no relationship with the Blessed Mother. After her conversion to Catholicism, she felt an undeniable pull towards the loving heart of Mary. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no "I think apart from the Eucharist that is the closest I've come to heaven on earth." This week you’ll hear from Father Willy Raymond, National Director of Family Theater Productions. Father tells a deeply moving story of how he saw a dying man taken to Christ by our Mother Mary, the most beautiful woman he had ever seen. And you’ll also hear from Steven. Though he attended Catholic School for all grades, Steven did not know, or understand, the Catholic Church until he developed a relationship with Mary. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt334011010.php CEA8B129-FEC8-43A4-A967-CB9F215F82DA Wed, 13 Jan 2010 13:44:46 -0500 01/10/10 Mary's Touch - Father Raymond and Steven "I think apart from the Eucharist that is the closest I've come to heaven on earth." This week you’ll hear from Father Willy Raymond, National Director of Family Theater Productions. Father tells a deeply moving story of how he saw a dying man taken to Christ by our Mother Mary, the most beautiful woman he had ever seen. And you’ll also hear from Steven. Though he attended Catholic School for all grades, Steven did not know, or understand, the Catholic Church until he developed a relationship with Mary. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no "She looked directly into my eyes and said, 'you know, you'd rather have gone through that yourself than have your son go through it - wouldn't you?'" http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt333010310.php ABA40AF4-B43E-4361-B88C-8486A019EFE7 Thu, 7 Jan 2010 14:11:52 -0500 01/03/10 Mary's Touch - Jeanne and Sister Gemma "She looked directly into my eyes and said, 'you know, you'd rather have gone through that yourself than have your son go through it - wouldn't you?'" 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no Znami Boh (God is with us)! Welcome to a very special Mary's Touch dedicated to the Christmastide. This week we sit down with Father Thomas Loya to hear about Mary, Christ, and the real Saint Nicholas. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt332122709.php 8B27E0F1-3290-4DB5-871A-EA09C365D5BD Wed, 30 Dec 2009 13:50:02 -0500 12/27/09 Mary's Touch - A Blessed Christmas! Znami Boh (God is with us)! Welcome to a very special Mary's Touch dedicated to the Christmastide. This week we sit down with Father Thomas Loya to hear about Mary, Christ, and the real Saint Nicholas. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no This week playing on Mary's Touch... "I was told by the doctors that I had less than a year to live... That's a lot to take in in one conversation." This week you'll hear from Dianne. Diagnosed with colon cancer, Dianne was told that she has less than a year to live. Perhaps guided by the Holy Spirit, Dianne made a list of the things she wanted to do before she died. And the first thing on the list? A trip to Knock, Ireland, that would reset the course of her life. And you'll hear from Nephtalie: Nephtalie tells a story of how, after being told that she had cancer, she gave herself over to the care of the Blessed Mother and received a miracle. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt3291309.php 7E3E9116-3966-4B57-9469-073B6964B608 Tue, 15 Dec 2009 15:07:37 -0500 12/13/09 Mary's Touch -Dianne and Nephtalie This week playing on Mary's Touch... "I was told by the doctors that I had less than a year to live... That's a lot to take in in one conversation." This week you'll hear from Dianne. Diagnosed with colon cancer, Dianne was told that she has less than a year to live. Perhaps guided by the Holy Spirit, Dianne made a list of the things she wanted to do before she died. And the first thing on the list? A trip to Knock, Ireland, that would reset the course of her life. And you'll hear from Nephtalie: Nephtalie tells a story of how, after being told that she had cancer, she gave herself over to the care of the Blessed Mother and received a miracle. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no "I finally said one night about four o’clock in the morning, ‘OK God, just take it all. You might as well let me die because I can not exist like this…'" This week you'll hear from Maureen: As her son struggled to find his way in life, Maureen prayed to the Blessed Mother and St. Therese to care for him. Her prayers were answered – but (tragically) not in a way that she imagined. And You'll hear from Frank: Though he grew up Catholic, he married an atheist and began a slow decent in to an emotional, material and financial hell. Reaching out to Our Lady, Frank grabbed for her mantle to help stop his free fall. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt328120609.php 3D547E2B-158F-4792-8ABD-1BE7246F6084 Wed, 9 Dec 2009 18:13:40 -0500 12/06/09 Mary's Touch - Maureen and Frank "I finally said one night about four o’clock in the morning, ‘OK God, just take it all. You might as well let me die because I can not exist like this…'" This week you'll hear from Maureen: As her son struggled to find his way in life, Maureen prayed to the Blessed Mother and St. Therese to care for him. Her prayers were answered – but (tragically) not in a way that she imagined. And You'll hear from Frank: Though he grew up Catholic, he married an atheist and began a slow decent in to an emotional, material and financial hell. Reaching out to Our Lady, Frank grabbed for her mantle to help stop his free fall. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no "Christina has been a special gift to our family in many ways...I would like to share something that she did for me in a time of great need..." This week you'll hear from Leticia: When her mother died, Leticia was stricken with grief. It was Leticia’s daughter Christina, a very special daughter, who showed her a path out of mourning and back to a deep understanding of life and death. And You'll hear from Sister Elizabeth: After her parents divorced, Sister Elizabeth turned to Mary to be her Mother. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt327112209.php 2969E97A-0D93-4D43-87F6-20C317FF286C Wed, 25 Nov 2009 18:27:25 -0500 11/22/09 Mary's Touch - Leticia and Sister Elizabeth "Christina has been a special gift to our family in many ways...I would like to share something that she did for me in a time of great need..." This week you'll hear from Leticia: When her mother died, Leticia was stricken with grief. It was Leticia’s daughter Christina, a very special daughter, who showed her a path out of mourning and back to a deep understanding of life and death. And You'll hear from Sister Elizabeth: After her parents divorced, Sister Elizabeth turned to Mary to be her Mother. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no "I hold our Lady responsible for bringing us to this priest, bringing us to the light, and teaching us that on this earth there is much good but there is also darkness – and we must never look at it but always look at the light.” This week you'll hear from Charlotte: Working at a successful not-for-profit Charlotte and the rest of the staff become aware of an evil presence, a dark hand hovering over their work. And You'll hear from Father Bert: A lifetime pursuit of the “presence of Mary” gives Father the grace to slide through life’s many frictions and be joyously open to his vocation as a priest. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt326111509.php FC38758E-3EB0-48B1-B590-36EFF77D308B Wed, 18 Nov 2009 11:36:11 -0500 11/15/09 Mary's Touch - Charlotte and Father Bert "I hold our Lady responsible for bringing us to this priest, bringing us to the light, and teaching us that on this earth there is much good but there is also darkness – and we must never look at it but always look at the light.” This week you'll hear from Charlotte: Working at a successful not-for-profit Charlotte and the rest of the staff become aware of an evil presence, a dark hand hovering over their work. And You'll hear from Father Bert: A lifetime pursuit of the “presence of Mary” gives Father the grace to slide through life’s many frictions and be joyously open to his vocation as a priest. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no "So I am standing before my Mother and I am praying, the tears are just pouring out of my eyes, when all of a sudden I begin to feel this very intense warmth in my abdomen...” This week you'll hear from Michelle: Traveling to the Shrine of our Lady of Guadalupe fulfilled a life long dream for Michelle. Kneeling in front of the Tilma, Michelle received healing from a silent killer growing inside her. And You'll hear from Carol: Carol was excited for her daughter Eden as she prepared to leave for college. Nothing could have prepared her for what was about to happen during the last summer that they spent together. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt325110809.php ED800046-068D-43B2-B2D9-689581E1A45B Thu, 5 Nov 2009 13:25:36 -0500 11/08/09 Mary's Touch - Mary and Debbie "So I am standing before my Mother and I am praying, the tears are just pouring out of my eyes, when all of a sudden I begin to feel this very intense warmth in my abdomen...” This week you'll hear from Michelle: Traveling to the Shrine of our Lady of Guadalupe fulfilled a life long dream for Michelle. Kneeling in front of the Tilma, Michelle received healing from a silent killer growing inside her. And You'll hear from Carol: Carol was excited for her daughter Eden as she prepared to leave for college. Nothing could have prepared her for what was about to happen during the last summer that they spent together. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no "Although God took my mom, it was very difficult because we were not supposed to lose her." This week you will hear from Sharon: Her mother had a near-death experience and returned with a special, powerful message from our Blessed Mother.... ...and you’ll hear from Mary. While at adoration, she was given a clear vision of the Blessed Mother that left her with as many questions as answers. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt102509.php 26510E13-AEE3-4243-852E-5E68BE0A3F61 Tue, 27 Oct 2009 12:42:08 -0700 10/25/09 Mary's Touch - Sharon and Mary "Although God took my mom, it was very difficult because we were not supposed to lose her." This week you will hear from Sharon: Her mother had a near-death experience and returned with a special, powerful message from our Blessed Mother.... ...and you’ll hear from Mary. While at adoration, she was given a clear vision of the Blessed Mother that left her with as many questions as answers. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no "We did not expect to ever to return to Europe again, little did we know that God's plan would be different." This week you'll hear from Marlene: Founder of Our Lady of Lourdes North American Volunteers, Marlene’s life was changed forever when, in 2002, she won a free trip to Europe and made a stop at Lourdes. While waiting in line for the baths, she gave up her place for another pilgrim in dire need. In perhaps reward for her kindness she was not only admitted to the baths but spent the day bathing the sick and dying. After the profound privilege of assisting in the baths that day, “the American housewife pulled from the queue” was inspired while kissing the floor to promise Our Lady to return the next year with the 10 volunteers. And You'll hear from Katie: Converting shortly before her marriage Katie drifted away from the Catholic Church. Through the study of the book of Revelation she discovered Mary through the eyes of St. John the Evangelist. Through Mary, pointing the way to Her Son, Katie fell in love with the Blessed Sacrament and returned to the Church. Enjoy this week's show and God bless you! Cheri Lomonte and Sally Robb http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt101809.php 4555A9D2-647F-40F3-A17A-C9B295246263 Tue, 20 Oct 2009 18:01:11 -0700 10/18/09 Mary's Touch - Marlene and Katie "We did not expect to ever to return to Europe again, little did we know that God's plan would be different." This week you'll hear from Marlene: Founder of Our Lady of Lourdes North American Volunteers, Marlene’s life was changed forever when, in 2002, she won a free trip to Europe and made a stop at Lourdes. While waiting in line for the baths, she gave up her place for another pilgrim in dire need. In perhaps reward for her kindness she was not only admitted to the baths but spent the day bathing the sick and dying. After the profound privilege of assisting in the baths that day, “the American housewife pulled from the queue” was inspired while kissing the floor to promise Our Lady to return the next year with the 10 volunteers. And You'll hear from Katie: Converting shortly before her marriage Katie drifted away from the Catholic Church. Through the study of the book of Revelation she discovered Mary through the eyes of St. John the Evangelist. Through Mary, pointing the way to Her Son, Katie fell in love with the Blessed Sacrament and returned to the Church. Enjoy this week's show and God bless you! Cheri Lomonte and Sally Robb 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no "At their death they would know that they were loved, because we would surround them, praying for they…" This week you’ll hear from Carol. Carol heard a call from Mary to care for children – little did she know that that call would take her half way around the world. And you’ll hear from Tim. Growing up he saw Mary and Christ reflected in is own parents. Enjoy this week's show and God bless you! Cheri Lomonte and Sally Robb http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt101109.php EB424943-CE0C-4CC5-99E2-627954498F65 Wed, 14 Oct 2009 10:31:38 -0700 10/11/09 Mary's Touch - Carol and Tim "At their death they would know that they were loved, because we would surround them, praying for they…" This week you’ll hear from Carol. Carol heard a call from Mary to care for children – little did she know that that call would take her half way around the world. And you’ll hear from Tim. Growing up he saw Mary and Christ reflected in is own parents. Enjoy this week's show and God bless you! Cheri Lomonte and Sally Robb 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no "We see the tremendous moral crisis in our society… and if you look through history the rosary has been such a powerful weapons in the hands of Catholics that have saved the Church and saved nations." This week on Mary's Touch we are please to present a very special program focused on the rosary. On October 10th, 2009, people all across the country will take to the streets to pray the rosary - please join them. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt100509.php B6DFA590-280C-4875-8672-878C6965B27E Tue, 22 Sep 2009 15:08:08 -0700 10/04/09 Mary's Touch - Rosary Special "We see the tremendous moral crisis in our society… and if you look through history the rosary has been such a powerful weapons in the hands of Catholics that have saved the Church and saved nations." This week on Mary's Touch we are please to present a very special program focused on the rosary. On October 10th, 2009, people all across the country will take to the streets to pray the rosary - please join them. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no "I saw this with my own eyes: she looked in the corner of the room with such delight that I went down on my knees immediately because I knew that Mary was there." In this show, you'll hear from Sister Marilyn Minter. Sister Marilyn is a Franciscan Sister who, at a young age, watched an older Sister die while having a vision of the Blessed Mother. And you’ll also hear from James. James tells the story of how a vow to Mary protected some Italian seminarians – including the future pope John XXIII. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt091309.php 49E0F624-4CCC-4278-91ED-5D8642B7C408 Mon, 14 Sep 2009 22:00:40 -0400 09/13/09 Mary's Touch - Sister Marilyn and James "I saw this with my own eyes: she looked in the corner of the room with such delight that I went down on my knees immediately because I knew that Mary was there." In this show, you'll hear from Sister Marilyn Minter. Sister Marilyn is a Franciscan Sister who, at a young age, watched an older Sister die while having a vision of the Blessed Mother. And you’ll also hear from James. James tells the story of how a vow to Mary protected some Italian seminarians – including the future pope John XXIII. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no “My husband and I had decided to get a divorce, calling the two kids in to the room, telling them that mom and dad are not happy together. Despite the fact that they were huddled in the corner crying their eyes out my selfishness said ‘they’ll be fine, as long as I am happy, everything else will work out OK.’” This week you'll hear from Julie. Julie grew up nominally Catholic, going to Mass for fear of disappointing parents. Though she had professional success her marriage was failing. Seeking divorce a priest challenged her and her husband to research real purpose of marriage. And you'll hear from Father Tom Forrest. Father Tom tells the story of how a prayer to Mary saved him from his unprepared self while in seminary. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt090609.php 0C201C2A-F06C-4817-A045-7CE4E61A8E72 Thu, 10 Sep 2009 11:11:33 -0400 09/06/09 Mary's Touch - Julie and Father Tom “My husband and I had decided to get a divorce, calling the two kids in to the room, telling them that mom and dad are not happy together. Despite the fact that they were huddled in the corner crying their eyes out my selfishness said ‘they’ll be fine, as long as I am happy, everything else will work out OK.’” This week you'll hear from Julie. Julie grew up nominally Catholic, going to Mass for fear of disappointing parents. Though she had professional success her marriage was failing. Seeking divorce a priest challenged her and her husband to research real purpose of marriage. And you'll hear from Father Tom Forrest. Father Tom tells the story of how a prayer to Mary saved him from his unprepared self while in seminary. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no "I would say out loud to Mary, 'it’s not that I do not appreciate a heavenly Mother but I need an earthly mother… I need my mom, I need my mother to give me something.’” In this show, you'll hear from Cheryl. Cheryl was baptized and confirmed but grew up not knowing her faith or her mother well. Cheryl got to know Mary through Jewish faith and turn to the Blessed Mother for more help from earthly mother with her children. And you will hear from Steve. Living as a nominal Catholic, Steve realized how one can approach Jesus through Mary. After seeing (and reading) the devotion to Mary by the likes of St. Maximilian Kolbe and St. Alphonse Liguori, Steve was drawn into a deeper relationship with Christ, strengthening his role as a father and work in Catholic media. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt083009.php D9178E6C-3F59-4AB7-BAB1-9D4B81604E6F Fri, 4 Sep 2009 16:38:59 -0400 08/30/09 Mary's Touch - Cheryl and Steve "I would say out loud to Mary, 'it’s not that I do not appreciate a heavenly Mother but I need an earthly mother… I need my mom, I need my mother to give me something.’” In this show, you'll hear from Cheryl. Cheryl was baptized and confirmed but grew up not knowing her faith or her mother well. Cheryl got to know Mary through Jewish faith and turn to the Blessed Mother for more help from earthly mother with her children. And you will hear from Steve. Living as a nominal Catholic, Steve realized how one can approach Jesus through Mary. After seeing (and reading) the devotion to Mary by the likes of St. Maximilian Kolbe and St. Alphonse Liguori, Steve was drawn into a deeper relationship with Christ, strengthening his role as a father and work in Catholic media. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no "As a young child I was introduced to pornography... which became my catechism for sexuality which, unfortunately.. I took in to my marriage." This week you'll hear from Greg. As a young boy Greg was exposed to pornography, an experience which shaped how he saw women, including his wife. When his marriage was falling apart and nearing divorce, he discovered that the beauty and dignity of women could be found through a meditation on the Blessed Mother. ...and you'll hear from Bishop Stephen Blaire, Diocese of Stockton, CA. Bishop Blaire Reminds us that a focus on Mary is a focus on Christ. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt082309.php 2C3B3096-565C-4536-8BD2-9A5DCD035B4E Thu, 20 Aug 2009 17:46:32 -0400 08/23/09 Mary's Touch - Greg and Bishop Blaire "As a young child I was introduced to pornography... which became my catechism for sexuality which, unfortunately.. I took in to my marriage." This week you'll hear from Greg. As a young boy Greg was exposed to pornography, an experience which shaped how he saw women, including his wife. When his marriage was falling apart and nearing divorce, he discovered that the beauty and dignity of women could be found through a meditation on the Blessed Mother. ...and you'll hear from Bishop Stephen Blaire, Diocese of Stockton, CA. Bishop Blaire Reminds us that a focus on Mary is a focus on Christ. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no "I wasn't living a life worthy of the Gospel. I was basically doing my own thing because I didn't know Jesus. You can't love someone you don't know....By getting close to our Blessed Mother, she softened my heart and opened me up to what is true and what is real and what is important, which, ultimately, is a relationship with our Lord Jesus Christ..." This week you'll hear from John. He was a career-driven media personality who thought mostly about climbing the ladder to success and partying all the way up. After he saw a documentary on our Lady of Fatima, his life began to change...so much so that he would go on to do great things for Christ.... ...and you'll hear from Father Edward Dougherty. He talks about Mary and how she is the model of human, Christian faith. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt080909.php 53F69B28-F285-4571-879B-B921C99C098A Thu, 13 Aug 2009 17:14:20 -0400 08/09/09 Mary's Touch - John and Father Edward "I wasn't living a life worthy of the Gospel. I was basically doing my own thing because I didn't know Jesus. You can't love someone you don't know....By getting close to our Blessed Mother, she softened my heart and opened me up to what is true and what is real and what is important, which, ultimately, is a relationship with our Lord Jesus Christ..." This week you'll hear from John. He was a career-driven media personality who thought mostly about climbing the ladder to success and partying all the way up. After he saw a documentary on our Lady of Fatima, his life began to change...so much so that he would go on to do great things for Christ.... ...and you'll hear from Father Edward Dougherty. He talks about Mary and how she is the model of human, Christian faith. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no Father Willy and Steven Program 2.46- August 2, 2009 This week on Mary's Touch... "...He suddenly started sharing something wonderful with us. He told us that he could see coming toward him the most beautiful woman he had ever seen, and he said, 'I think I know who it is...and there are many others with her.' At that moment, something truly beautiful happened: His daughter reached over and touched him and said, 'Dad, if you would like to go with them, please do so. Don't be afraid. We'll be fine here. We know you are going to something wonderful.'" In this show, you'll hear from Father Willy Raymond, Director of Family Theater Productions. He tells a deeply moving story of how he saw a dying man comforted by Mother Mary and then taken home to Christ... ...and you'll hear from Steven. Though he received his education in Catholic schools, he did not know—or understand—the Catholic Church until he developed a relationship with our Blessed Mother. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt080209.php CF9AC0D1-593D-4333-9515-882061827B64 Fri, 7 Aug 2009 16:23:17 -0400 08/02/09 Mary's Touch - Father Willy and Steven Father Willy and Steven Program 2.46- August 2, 2009 This week on Mary's Touch... "...He suddenly started sharing something wonderful with us. He told us that he could see coming toward him the most beautiful woman he had ever seen, and he said, 'I think I know who it is...and there are many others with her.' At that moment, something truly beautiful happened: His daughter reached over and touched him and said, 'Dad, if you would like to go with them, please do so. Don't be afraid. We'll be fine here. We know you are going to something wonderful.'" In this show, you'll hear from Father Willy Raymond, Director of Family Theater Productions. He tells a deeply moving story of how he saw a dying man comforted by Mother Mary and then taken home to Christ... ...and you'll hear from Steven. Though he received his education in Catholic schools, he did not know—or understand—the Catholic Church until he developed a relationship with our Blessed Mother. 27:30 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no In this show, you'll hear from Drew. Throughout his career in Catholic media, he has spent his time examining the apparitions of our Blessed Mother. He believes she is trying to tell the world something very important... ...and you'll hear from Mark. He converted to Catholicism at the age of 28 and has learned that "success" in living a holy life comes not from how holy you feel, but how hard you try. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt072509.php 14B9F2DC-C8BF-4931-B385-FBE5E78E264C Thu, 30 Jul 2009 21:16:25 -0400 07/28/09 Mary's Touch - Drew and Mark In this show, you'll hear from Drew. Throughout his career in Catholic media, he has spent his time examining the apparitions of our Blessed Mother. He believes she is trying to tell the world something very important... ...and you'll hear from Mark. He converted to Catholicism at the age of 28 and has learned that "success" in living a holy life comes not from how holy you feel, but how hard you try. 27:30 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no "I started to see the warts and how people's lives were not in order and all the Catholic teachings that had been hijacked by this group...and I thought, 'This movement is obviously fallible and even corrupt in some ways. The Catholic Church is the birthplace of these beautiful realities: the incredible St. Padre Pio, the visions at Fatima, the list the children gave of the holiness of prayer, the radiance of Mary.' So I gravitated away from the group and back to the Church." This week you'll hear from Christopher. As a little boy, he heard the story of our Lady of Guadalupe....a story that would remain with him like a calling card from our Blessed Mother. As a teen, he drifted away from the Church and fell in with the New Age Movement. When he discovered how much he was missing in his spiritual life, Mother Mary drew him back to his Catholic faith... ...and you'll hear from Carmen. When she was a little girl, her grandmother taught her to pray to Mary. At the age of 39, Carmen relied on the Rosary and the loving hand of our Heavenly Mother to save both her and her baby. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt071809.php 3E47940D-B6F3-4573-AF00-AD7647ED23AB Thu, 23 Jul 2009 18:23:18 -0400 07/18/09 Mary's Touch - Chris and Carmen "I started to see the warts and how people's lives were not in order and all the Catholic teachings that had been hijacked by this group...and I thought, 'This movement is obviously fallible and even corrupt in some ways. The Catholic Church is the birthplace of these beautiful realities: the incredible St. Padre Pio, the visions at Fatima, the list the children gave of the holiness of prayer, the radiance of Mary.' So I gravitated away from the group and back to the Church." This week you'll hear from Christopher. As a little boy, he heard the story of our Lady of Guadalupe....a story that would remain with him like a calling card from our Blessed Mother. As a teen, he drifted away from the Church and fell in with the New Age Movement. When he discovered how much he was missing in his spiritual life, Mother Mary drew him back to his Catholic faith... ...and you'll hear from Carmen. When she was a little girl, her grandmother taught her to pray to Mary. At the age of 39, Carmen relied on the Rosary and the loving hand of our Heavenly Mother to save both her and her baby. 28:13 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no "The readings were about the prodigal son. The priest talked about how this man was literally at the end of his land, every day, looking for his son, and it was like this huge slam. God reached out and got me and said, 'Come back.'" In this show, you'll hear from Michael Barone, of St. Gabriel Radio in Columbus, Ohio. He talks about his transformation from seeking fame and fortune and performing on MTV to seeking Christ.... ...and you'll hear from Sister Emmanuel, who prayed to our Blessed Mother for a good husband. Little did she know that her husband would be Jesus! http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt070509.php 2A522753-BF17-45EC-B4D3-12F6ACA4481B Thu, 9 Jul 2009 10:28:27 -0400 07/05/09 Mary's Touch - Michael and Sister Emmanuel "The readings were about the prodigal son. The priest talked about how this man was literally at the end of his land, every day, looking for his son, and it was like this huge slam. God reached out and got me and said, 'Come back.'" In this show, you'll hear from Michael Barone, of St. Gabriel Radio in Columbus, Ohio. He talks about his transformation from seeking fame and fortune and performing on MTV to seeking Christ.... ...and you'll hear from Sister Emmanuel, who prayed to our Blessed Mother for a good husband. Little did she know that her husband would be Jesus! 28:00 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no "I prayed, 'Mary, right now, I am consecrating my daughter to you and your merciful heart. She's just on loan to me, but you are her mother for eternity. You can take much better care of her...'" In this show, you'll hear from Sandy. When her daughter started college, she began pulling away from her faith, living the party life, and doing things her own way; she thought she could do it without God. But through Sandy's prayers, Mother Mary brought her home... ...and you'll hear a story from a wonderful young man named John. He got sent to a community to overcome an addition. While he was there, he found his faith. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt062909.php 482CC843-0091-4E5C-A158-91B47FB7ED83 Thu, 2 Jul 2009 10:58:01 -0400 06/28/09 Mary's Touch - Sandy and John "I prayed, 'Mary, right now, I am consecrating my daughter to you and your merciful heart. She's just on loan to me, but you are her mother for eternity. You can take much better care of her...'" In this show, you'll hear from Sandy. When her daughter started college, she began pulling away from her faith, living the party life, and doing things her own way; she thought she could do it without God. But through Sandy's prayers, Mother Mary brought her home... ...and you'll hear a story from a wonderful young man named John. He got sent to a community to overcome an addition. While he was there, he found his faith. 28:00 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no "He said, 'I have brought shame to you and our family.' I prayed, 'Oh, Blessed Mother, I cannot tolerate the pain.' Then I embraced my son and said, 'What you did was wrong, but the baby is not a mistake....'" In this show, you'll hear from Mary. When her youngest son was nine, our Blessed Mother asked her to pray for him. Mary didn't know what that meant at the time, but when he was fourteen, her son was faced with a life or death choice. Those prayers and our Blessed Mother's example helped him make the right decision.... ...and you'll hear from Lee, who shares a great story that proves, if we only listen, things are going to turn out just right. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt062109.php 90754D09-0451-4C57-8CC8-DEAD1E93654A Thu, 25 Jun 2009 13:27:30 -0400 06/21/09 Mary's Touch - Mary and Lee "He said, 'I have brought shame to you and our family.' I prayed, 'Oh, Blessed Mother, I cannot tolerate the pain.' Then I embraced my son and said, 'What you did was wrong, but the baby is not a mistake....'" In this show, you'll hear from Mary. When her youngest son was nine, our Blessed Mother asked her to pray for him. Mary didn't know what that meant at the time, but when he was fourteen, her son was faced with a life or death choice. Those prayers and our Blessed Mother's example helped him make the right decision.... ...and you'll hear from Lee, who shares a great story that proves, if we only listen, things are going to turn out just right. 28:31 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no "...I listened to my Rosary on the way to work, and it was Thursday; so it was the Luminous Mysteries. The first Luminous Mystery is the Baptism at the River Jordan; the second Luminous Mystery is the Wedding Feast at Cana. As I was listening to the Hail Marys, all of a sudden the thought came into my head that all Mary said was, 'They have no wine.' She didn't tell Jesus what to do; she didn't ask him to do a specific thing; she didn't give Him any instructions; she just went up to Jesus and said, 'They have no wine.' So I said, 'Lord, they have no wine!' Then I finished my Rosary." In this show, you'll hear from Cathy. She was planning a retreat and had to replace a speaker at the last minute. As things became more stressful, she was reminded of Mother Mary's simple statement, "They have no wine"... ...and you'll hear a charming story from Marilla Ness, a Catholic singer and songwriter who grew up devoted to Mary and now creates music for her. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt061409.php 966B8CC3-A495-4DDA-A4C8-B59D7998F9FA Sat, 20 Jun 2009 12:02:44 -0400 06/14/09 Mary's Touch - Cathy and Marilla Ness "...I listened to my Rosary on the way to work, and it was Thursday; so it was the Luminous Mysteries. The first Luminous Mystery is the Baptism at the River Jordan; the second Luminous Mystery is the Wedding Feast at Cana. As I was listening to the Hail Marys, all of a sudden the thought came into my head that all Mary said was, 'They have no wine.' She didn't tell Jesus what to do; she didn't ask him to do a specific thing; she didn't give Him any instructions; she just went up to Jesus and said, 'They have no wine.' So I said, 'Lord, they have no wine!' Then I finished my Rosary." In this show, you'll hear from Cathy. She was planning a retreat and had to replace a speaker at the last minute. As things became more stressful, she was reminded of Mother Mary's simple statement, "They have no wine"... ...and you'll hear a charming story from Marilla Ness, a Catholic singer and songwriter who grew up devoted to Mary and now creates music for her. 28:00 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no "I was a cafeteria-style Catholic—I took what I liked from the Church and left the rest….The only time I prayed was when I needed something—when I was desperate....But this time was different. My dad's death really rocked my world. Early one morning, when I couldn't sleep, I felt a gentle tugging to say the Rosary…." In this program, you'll hear Mike's story. He was a man who had fallen away from his faith. After he suffered injuries to his back, and then lost his dad, he was strongly drawn to what he calls, "The School of Mary." His love for our Blessed Mother now inspires him to write contemplative prayers for the Rosary.... ...and you'll hear the story of Maria. At the age of six months, her daughter was seriously handicapped in a car accident. The Beloved, Jesus, uses her daughter's beautiful gifts to help everyone around her. Program note: Mike has graciously provided Mary's Touch with some of his beautiful Rosary meditations. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt060709.php 37A97DDF-9FE6-4F1C-8D90-8A962789AD66 Thu, 11 Jun 2009 12:42:09 -0400 06/07/09 Mary's Touch - Mike and Maria "I was a cafeteria-style Catholic—I took what I liked from the Church and left the rest….The only time I prayed was when I needed something—when I was desperate....But this time was different. My dad's death really rocked my world. Early one morning, when I couldn't sleep, I felt a gentle tugging to say the Rosary…." In this program, you'll hear Mike's story. He was a man who had fallen away from his faith. After he suffered injuries to his back, and then lost his dad, he was strongly drawn to what he calls, "The School of Mary." His love for our Blessed Mother now inspires him to write contemplative prayers for the Rosary.... ...and you'll hear the story of Maria. At the age of six months, her daughter was seriously handicapped in a car accident. The Beloved, Jesus, uses her daughter's beautiful gifts to help everyone around her. Program note: Mike has graciously provided Mary's Touch with some of his beautiful Rosary meditations. 28:00 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no "It was Christmas night, and my husband and I were putting away the dishes, and he knew I was being called to the mountain....Our haven here is called The Silence of Mary. The people who come here are sent by Jesus. This is far from heaven, but it is as close to heaven as I can be until, hopefully, one day through God's mercy, I will be at home with Him." In this show, you'll hear the inspiring story of Susan, a woman who left the comforts of her mountain home to move into the inner city and open a haven for the homeless... ...and you'll hear from Eduardo, who should have died from an electrocution, but was saved because of Mary and the Scapular his wife asked him to wear. Program note: For more information about Susan and The Silence of Mary Home, visit www.thesilenceofmary.org/Home.asp. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt053109.php 486B028C-757D-4EAE-9F91-D08D10604445 Fri, 5 Jun 2009 18:31:00 -0400 05/31/09 Mary's Touch - Norma and Jim "It was Christmas night, and my husband and I were putting away the dishes, and he knew I was being called to the mountain....Our haven here is called The Silence of Mary. The people who come here are sent by Jesus. This is far from heaven, but it is as close to heaven as I can be until, hopefully, one day through God's mercy, I will be at home with Him." In this show, you'll hear the inspiring story of Susan, a woman who left the comforts of her mountain home to move into the inner city and open a haven for the homeless... ...and you'll hear from Eduardo, who should have died from an electrocution, but was saved because of Mary and the Scapular his wife asked him to wear. Program note: For more information about Susan and The Silence of Mary Home, visit www.thesilenceofmary.org/Home.asp. 28:00 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no "She said, 'You just sit there, and put your mind at ease. Think of the Blessed Mother. Think of a good moment with her.' So I did that." In this show, you'll hear Vickie's story. She was diagnosed with a malignant tumor in her foot and feared she would lose it. She brought a statue of Mary to a healing Mass...and you can imagine the rest of this real life story of Mary's love... ...and you'll hear from Barbara. She is a convert from Judaism. Mary led her straight into the arms of her Son, Jesus. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt052409.php 3812EB22-C2D0-40C5-BD3D-367636BF492C Thu, 28 May 2009 10:30:04 -0400 05/24/09 Mary's Touch - Vickie and Barbara "She said, 'You just sit there, and put your mind at ease. Think of the Blessed Mother. Think of a good moment with her.' So I did that." In this show, you'll hear Vickie's story. She was diagnosed with a malignant tumor in her foot and feared she would lose it. She brought a statue of Mary to a healing Mass...and you can imagine the rest of this real life story of Mary's love... ...and you'll hear from Barbara. She is a convert from Judaism. Mary led her straight into the arms of her Son, Jesus. 27:59 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no "Each day, a whole Rosary is said, all the Mysteries from Joyful to Glorious, and there have been many prayers answered: children coming home safely from Iraq, prodigal sons, surgeries, family troubles resolved, and many blessings. I attribute this to the intervention of the Blessed Mother and our prayer warriors because Mary has everything done in her own perfect timing." In this show, you'll hear from Norma. Her prayer group, over twenty members from the McAllen Public School System, have been praying the entire Rosary daily for the past five years. They pray for the intentions of others and have witnessed the results... ...and you'll hear a sweet story from Jim, who talks about the power of the Rosary in his life. Program note: For more information on forming a prayer group in your community, contact Norma at njvog@aol.com Enjoy this week's show and God bless you! Cheri Lomonte and Sally Robb http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt051709.php 50AA4137-E41B-40F2-B820-02717372CAD7 Thu, 21 May 2009 10:36:10 -0400 05/17/09 Mary's Touch - Norma and Jim "Each day, a whole Rosary is said, all the Mysteries from Joyful to Glorious, and there have been many prayers answered: children coming home safely from Iraq, prodigal sons, surgeries, family troubles resolved, and many blessings. I attribute this to the intervention of the Blessed Mother and our prayer warriors because Mary has everything done in her own perfect timing." In this show, you'll hear from Norma. Her prayer group, over twenty members from the McAllen Public School System, have been praying the entire Rosary daily for the past five years. They pray for the intentions of others and have witnessed the results... ...and you'll hear a sweet story from Jim, who talks about the power of the Rosary in his life. Program note: For more information on forming a prayer group in your community, contact Norma at njvog@aol.com Enjoy this week's show and God bless you! Cheri Lomonte and Sally Robb 28:00 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no "My very first thought was no thought at all; it was tears running down my face in recognition that this was a metaphor I'd been using in all my professional work with parents and children, in understanding that our children are being drug away by the wolves of our culture. Here in front of me was a painting done by Giovanni di Paolo in 1456. I just stood there and wept. Finally, I walked up and read the inscription: 'Saints Clare and Francis of Assisi were known to restore life and limb to children drug away by the packs of wild wolves roaming the Italian countryside'." In this show, you'll hear the story of a woman whose reconversion to her Catholic faith was ignited by a painting she saw at The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston (MFAH). Adrienne had been away from the Church for 28 years. She came face to face with a painting of St. Clare, and it not brought her back, it reconverted her entire family.... ...and you'll hear from Serena. After a stroke, her mother could no longer talk except when it came to praying the Hail Mary. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt051009.php B57564CE-4878-47D3-86E5-077D3F0ABF82 Thu, 14 May 2009 15:30:50 -0400 05/10/09 Mary's Touch - Adrienne and Serena "My very first thought was no thought at all; it was tears running down my face in recognition that this was a metaphor I'd been using in all my professional work with parents and children, in understanding that our children are being drug away by the wolves of our culture. Here in front of me was a painting done by Giovanni di Paolo in 1456. I just stood there and wept. Finally, I walked up and read the inscription: 'Saints Clare and Francis of Assisi were known to restore life and limb to children drug away by the packs of wild wolves roaming the Italian countryside'." In this show, you'll hear the story of a woman whose reconversion to her Catholic faith was ignited by a painting she saw at The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston (MFAH). Adrienne had been away from the Church for 28 years. She came face to face with a painting of St. Clare, and it not brought her back, it reconverted her entire family.... ...and you'll hear from Serena. After a stroke, her mother could no longer talk except when it came to praying the Hail Mary. 27:59 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no "I started praying the Rosary and that led me back to Mass and confession. After about 14 years, I can't tell you how great that was to talk to the priest, tell him my sins, and hear those words, 'Your sins are forgiven'....I believe it has a lot to do with saying 'yes'—like the Annunciation when Mary said yes. The moment I listened to God's voice, I opened myself up to His grace and to her love and her heart, and my life changed for the better." In this show, you'll hear from Chris Kramer, an actor living in Hollywood. He shares his faith journey, which started with a Hail Mary... ...and you'll hear the story of a sister's love. Tracy prayed for her brother, who was suffering from a brain tumor. She asked Mother Mary to protect him and bring him love and peace. Her prayers were answered when he visited Lourdes. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt050309.php 118C0DB7-854C-497C-BD5B-5BC3DA91AB6A Thu, 7 May 2009 10:07:57 -0400 05/03/09 Mary's Touch - Chris Kramer and Tracy "I started praying the Rosary and that led me back to Mass and confession. After about 14 years, I can't tell you how great that was to talk to the priest, tell him my sins, and hear those words, 'Your sins are forgiven'....I believe it has a lot to do with saying 'yes'—like the Annunciation when Mary said yes. The moment I listened to God's voice, I opened myself up to His grace and to her love and her heart, and my life changed for the better." In this show, you'll hear from Chris Kramer, an actor living in Hollywood. He shares his faith journey, which started with a Hail Mary... ...and you'll hear the story of a sister's love. Tracy prayed for her brother, who was suffering from a brain tumor. She asked Mother Mary to protect him and bring him love and peace. Her prayers were answered when he visited Lourdes. 28:00 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no "When I started to pray, my mind would wander....I would get two-thirds into the Rosary...completely forget what I was doing...and just give up. With my business background, I had the mentality: if you can't get it done this way, there's gotta be another way. So I took the enthusiasm from my business skills, and I said, 'Look, if I can't pray the Rosary, at least I can do something to encourage a devotion to it.' My perspective was, if I made rosaries that were masculine and attractive and gave them to other guys, then I could spread the devotion that way. So that is what I did. I actually started making rosaries before I ever prayed one...." In this show, you'll hear from Brother Ken. He wanted to pray the Rosary...but couldn't. Through Mary's gentle guidance, he discerned his vocation to the priesthood... ...and you'll hear from Mark and Alesha, a married couple with two sides to the same story about his miraculous recovery from a stroke. Program note: We lift up our prayers for Brother Ken and his vocation to the priesthood. Not only has he said "yes" to God in prayer, he has said "yes" to God's calling for his life's work. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt042609.php A36DDEB8-946D-433E-A5A6-046820B40CB0 Tue, 28 Apr 2009 21:12:04 -0400 04/26/09 Mary's Touch - Brother Ken and Mark and Alesha "When I started to pray, my mind would wander....I would get two-thirds into the Rosary...completely forget what I was doing...and just give up. With my business background, I had the mentality: if you can't get it done this way, there's gotta be another way. So I took the enthusiasm from my business skills, and I said, 'Look, if I can't pray the Rosary, at least I can do something to encourage a devotion to it.' My perspective was, if I made rosaries that were masculine and attractive and gave them to other guys, then I could spread the devotion that way. So that is what I did. I actually started making rosaries before I ever prayed one...." In this show, you'll hear from Brother Ken. He wanted to pray the Rosary...but couldn't. Through Mary's gentle guidance, he discerned his vocation to the priesthood... ...and you'll hear from Mark and Alesha, a married couple with two sides to the same story about his miraculous recovery from a stroke. Program note: We lift up our prayers for Brother Ken and his vocation to the priesthood. Not only has he said "yes" to God in prayer, he has said "yes" to God's calling for his life's work. 27:59 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no "I found this Miraculous Medal of the Blessed Mother, and I held it in my hands. I would sleep with it and pray with it. I would pray to her that God would listen to me...." In this show, you'll hear from Francisco. He was spiritually and financially devastated following his divorce. His devotion to Mother Mary sustained him during his period of darkness... ...and you'll hear from Madonna. After uniting herself to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, she was quiet. In that stillness, she heard His Mother's call to collect a group of women and start a prayer group. For the past two years, they have gathered once a month to pray for the needs of the world. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt041909.php 2DDAFD54-F59F-486B-92D6-D38A002A3341 Wed, 22 Apr 2009 21:05:43 -0400 04/19/09 Mary's Touch - Francisco and Madonna "I found this Miraculous Medal of the Blessed Mother, and I held it in my hands. I would sleep with it and pray with it. I would pray to her that God would listen to me...." In this show, you'll hear from Francisco. He was spiritually and financially devastated following his divorce. His devotion to Mother Mary sustained him during his period of darkness... ...and you'll hear from Madonna. After uniting herself to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, she was quiet. In that stillness, she heard His Mother's call to collect a group of women and start a prayer group. For the past two years, they have gathered once a month to pray for the needs of the world. 28:00 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no "As I was kneeling there, I heard a voice in my head say, 'Wait a minute, Molly, you need to leave your babies with me'. As I continued praying, Mary put that on my heart again, "Leave them here. I will take care of them'...." In this show, you'll hear from Molly. She suffered a series of miscarriages. It wasn't until she paid a visit to Mary at the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe that she realized she hadn't fully healed from her loss. Our Blessed Mother was there for her, and she still is.... ...and you'll hear from Eileen, who prayed to Mary for her own St. Joseph. For more information on Molly's book series, All Things Girls, click here. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt041209.php 085F495B-C8B0-476A-8C38-C1A3034D0044 Wed, 15 Apr 2009 10:05:38 -0400 04/12/09 Mary's Touch - Molly and Eileen "As I was kneeling there, I heard a voice in my head say, 'Wait a minute, Molly, you need to leave your babies with me'. As I continued praying, Mary put that on my heart again, "Leave them here. I will take care of them'...." In this show, you'll hear from Molly. She suffered a series of miscarriages. It wasn't until she paid a visit to Mary at the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe that she realized she hadn't fully healed from her loss. Our Blessed Mother was there for her, and she still is.... ...and you'll hear from Eileen, who prayed to Mary for her own St. Joseph. For more information on Molly's book series, All Things Girls, click here. 27:59 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no "As God would have it, I went on a retreat...and that really cracked open my heart.... The Rosary became a very powerful part of my life, and I entered into a relationship with Mary as my advocate to God the Father and the Son.... The Rosary became a part of my daily exercise, and a bunch of middle-aged Texas men—probably the furthest from the stereotypical group of people praying the Rosary—we would run together and pray the Rosary together." In this show, you'll hear Tom's story of how Mary won over his heart. He called the Rosary 'rope prayers and plastic beads', but through a retreat, God showed him how Mary is important in our daily lives... ...and you'll hear a sweet story from Daniel, a little boy who has strong faith, even at a very young age. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt040609.php 5AE5BAE3-BA13-4A6F-B9DC-F9FB6C4AC2A2 Mon, 6 Apr 2009 17:34:25 -0400 04/05/09 Mary's Touch - Tom and Daniel "As God would have it, I went on a retreat...and that really cracked open my heart.... The Rosary became a very powerful part of my life, and I entered into a relationship with Mary as my advocate to God the Father and the Son.... The Rosary became a part of my daily exercise, and a bunch of middle-aged Texas men—probably the furthest from the stereotypical group of people praying the Rosary—we would run together and pray the Rosary together." In this show, you'll hear Tom's story of how Mary won over his heart. He called the Rosary 'rope prayers and plastic beads', but through a retreat, God showed him how Mary is important in our daily lives... ...and you'll hear a sweet story from Daniel, a little boy who has strong faith, even at a very young age. 28:00 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no "I was so desperately frightened for her, and one night when she was lying on bed, I sat by her and started praying...I gave her to Mary and I prayed, 'Please, Mary, walk with Meredith, keep her under your cloak, please petition to God that she doesn't have to suffer more than is necessary, and if she has to be taken, then please take her quickly so she doesn't suffer...' From that day on, Mary walked with us. I said the Rosary with Meredith every night before she went to sleep...." In this show, you'll hear the moving story of how Mary walked with a young child as she suffered brain cancer. Susan taught her four-year-old daughter to pray, and she gave little Meredith to Mother Mary... ...and you'll hear from Katherine. She received a great gift: a glimpse of heaven that very few of us receive. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt031509.php 7FED4C37-08DA-4309-9A60-EC6C76411D41 Tue, 24 Mar 2009 22:00:35 -0400 03/15/09 Mary's Touch - Susan and Katherine "I was so desperately frightened for her, and one night when she was lying on bed, I sat by her and started praying...I gave her to Mary and I prayed, 'Please, Mary, walk with Meredith, keep her under your cloak, please petition to God that she doesn't have to suffer more than is necessary, and if she has to be taken, then please take her quickly so she doesn't suffer...' From that day on, Mary walked with us. I said the Rosary with Meredith every night before she went to sleep...." In this show, you'll hear the moving story of how Mary walked with a young child as she suffered brain cancer. Susan taught her four-year-old daughter to pray, and she gave little Meredith to Mother Mary... ...and you'll hear from Katherine. She received a great gift: a glimpse of heaven that very few of us receive. 28:13 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no "I was deteriorating rapidly...on 100% oxygen...they were taking six to eight liters of fluid off my heart, and the only thing I was doing was going to Mass....Through this experience, He opened my eyes to see how hungry people are....The greatest gift is the Eucharist we receive at Mass." In this show, you'll hear from Ellen. She had amyloidosis and needed a triple organ transplant to save her life. She was fading fast, but a chance encounter with a bishop renewed her hope... ...and you'll hear Gina talk about the sweetness of Mary's love in her life. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt030809.php 6D5D6C62-C2C8-4602-AFC1-448D6382F834 Mon, 9 Mar 2009 19:34:55 -0400 03/08/09 Mary's Touch - Ellen and Gina "I was deteriorating rapidly...on 100% oxygen...they were taking six to eight liters of fluid off my heart, and the only thing I was doing was going to Mass....Through this experience, He opened my eyes to see how hungry people are....The greatest gift is the Eucharist we receive at Mass." In this show, you'll hear from Ellen. She had amyloidosis and needed a triple organ transplant to save her life. She was fading fast, but a chance encounter with a bishop renewed her hope... ...and you'll hear Gina talk about the sweetness of Mary's love in her life. 28:14 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no "I was about ten feet away from an opening in a parking garage, and I could hear the storm. I always carry a rosary with me...and. I remember asking the Blessed Virgin Mary to protect us because the hurricane that hit New Orleans a month earlier was pretty bad. I asked if she could send down as many angels as possible to protect all the people who had stayed..." In this show, you'll hear from Greg, a police officer who was on duty during Hurricane Rita. As the storm hit, he turned to Mary, through the Rosary, for protection... ...and you'll hear from Linda. She read about Mary's healing power through the stories of others. Little did she know that Mary would heal her own mother so deeply that she would become Catholic. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt030209.php EF55B492-1D5F-452F-A76A-9804C911623D Mon, 2 Mar 2009 20:48:52 -0500 03/01/09 Mary's Touch - Greg and Linda "I was about ten feet away from an opening in a parking garage, and I could hear the storm. I always carry a rosary with me...and. I remember asking the Blessed Virgin Mary to protect us because the hurricane that hit New Orleans a month earlier was pretty bad. I asked if she could send down as many angels as possible to protect all the people who had stayed..." In this show, you'll hear from Greg, a police officer who was on duty during Hurricane Rita. As the storm hit, he turned to Mary, through the Rosary, for protection... ...and you'll hear from Linda. She read about Mary's healing power through the stories of others. Little did she know that Mary would heal her own mother so deeply that she would become Catholic. 28:13 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no "'I smiled and said a quick prayer to Mary: "I hope, someday, you will show him your true beauty...'" In this show, you'll hear Lee's story. She is an incredible dynamo who works for Mother Mary and her Son, Jesus, and it all started after the tragic death of her son, Hayden... ...and you'll hear from Gerard. He's a cardiologist who you've heard from before. In this show, he shares another story—about the different types of healing we experience through Mary's love. Enjoy this week's show and God bless you! http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt022209.php 16D0731E-5DEF-437E-8336-4C0F9B9CAB27 Mon, 23 Feb 2009 17:21:33 -0500 02/22/09 Mary's Touch - Lee and Gerard "'I smiled and said a quick prayer to Mary: "I hope, someday, you will show him your true beauty...'" In this show, you'll hear Lee's story. She is an incredible dynamo who works for Mother Mary and her Son, Jesus, and it all started after the tragic death of her son, Hayden... ...and you'll hear from Gerard. He's a cardiologist who you've heard from before. In this show, he shares another story—about the different types of healing we experience through Mary's love. Enjoy this week's show and God bless you! 28:13 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no "'I would take my seven-year-old son to church, and he would ask me why I wouldn't go to Communion with him, and it started putting in my face what I was doing wrong...what kind of example I was giving my son....'" In this show, you'll hear Julie’s touching story. She was living with her boyfriend, but Mary and the Rosary helped bring her back to the Eucharist... ...and you'll hear from Bo. Through Mary's simple command to listen, she helped him hear God's voice. Enjoy this week's show and God bless you! Cheri Lomonte and Sally Robb http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt021509.php 8AB2307C-C83E-46AD-B967-558DA96605BC Mon, 23 Feb 2009 17:18:51 -0500 02/15/09 Mary's Touch - Julie and Bo . "'I would take my seven-year-old son to church, and he would ask me why I wouldn't go to Communion with him, and it started putting in my face what I was doing wrong...what kind of example I was giving my son....'" In this show, you'll hear Julie’s touching story. She was living with her boyfriend, but Mary and the Rosary helped bring her back to the Eucharist... ...and you'll hear from Bo. Through Mary's simple command to listen, she helped him hear God's voice. Enjoy this week's show and God bless you! Cheri Lomonte and Sally Robb 28:13 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no "'Through the prayers of our Blessed Mother, you made it home safe.' 'Yeah,' he said, 'but I want to remind you that I had asked you to pray for all of my platoon.' 'Yes, ' I said, 'and we did.' And then he said, 'Well, Mom...all of us made it home.'" In this show, you'll hear once again from Rhonda. In Program 1.12, she talked about how she dedicated her three children to Mary, even as her two sons went off to fight in Iraq. In this program, Rhonda talks about the power of prayer, especially the power of praying the Rosary, and how our Blessed Mother protected her son, Michael... ...and you'll hear from Kyle, a founding member of a religious order, Companions of the Transfigured Christ. In his story, he tells how the prayers of a friend and a miraculous encounter with our Blessed Mother changed his heart. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt020809.php 0ACA8739-1843-46D6-AF43-AB245353FC5F Sat, 14 Feb 2009 18:49:18 -0500 02/08/09 Mary's Touch - Rhonda and Kyle. "'Through the prayers of our Blessed Mother, you made it home safe.' 'Yeah,' he said, 'but I want to remind you that I had asked you to pray for all of my platoon.' 'Yes, ' I said, 'and we did.' And then he said, 'Well, Mom...all of us made it home.'" In this show, you'll hear once again from Rhonda. In Program 1.12, she talked about how she dedicated her three children to Mary, even as her two sons went off to fight in Iraq. In this program, Rhonda talks about the power of prayer, especially the power of praying the Rosary, and how our Blessed Mother protected her son, Michael... ...and you'll hear from Kyle, a founding member of a religious order, Companions of the Transfigured Christ. In his story, he tells how the prayers of a friend and a miraculous encounter with our Blessed Mother changed his heart. 28:13 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no "In a life and death situation, it is so intimidating, you know so little about the mechanics of all this...it's much easier to turn to Mary; to her Son, Jesus; and to God in a time of crisis if you've been in touch with them on a daily basis..." In this show, you'll hear Lacey’s story. She was her beloved grandmother's caretaker. When her grandmother fell ill, the doctors didn't want to put her on a respirator...but Lacey's husband insisted, and through prayer and our Blessed Mother's intercession, Lacey's grandmother persevered... ...and you'll hear Melba's harrowing story. She and her family survived a terrible earthquake in Nicaragua. She knows it was through our Blessed Mother's intercession. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt020209.php 147AF5AF-689F-4707-A647-1B17FDA393E7 Fri, 6 Feb 2009 12:41:15 -0500 02/01/09 Mary's Touch - Lacey and Melba "In a life and death situation, it is so intimidating, you know so little about the mechanics of all this...it's much easier to turn to Mary; to her Son, Jesus; and to God in a time of crisis if you've been in touch with them on a daily basis..." In this show, you'll hear Lacey’s story. She was her beloved grandmother's caretaker. When her grandmother fell ill, the doctors didn't want to put her on a respirator...but Lacey's husband insisted, and through prayer and our Blessed Mother's intercession, Lacey's grandmother persevered... ...and you'll hear Melba's harrowing story. She and her family survived a terrible earthquake in Nicaragua. She knows it was through our Blessed Mother's intercession. 28:13 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no "I kept praying not one Rosary, but two Rosaries...three Rosaries...and daily Mass ...and I told Blessed Mother, 'I don't want anything, I only would like my husband to understand, I want to go back home; I am thirsting for the Eucharist, and I need your help.'" In this show, you'll hear from Milly, a woman who was away from the Church. She longed to come home, but she needed her husband's consent so that she could again receive Jesus in the Eucharist. When he refused, she entrusted the situation to Mother Mary... ...and you'll hear from Mary S. Her friend died before she could become Catholic. Mary was heartbroken, but then she was reminded that our Blessed Mother loves everyone. Featuring music from Matthew Mayer's new CD, Full of Grace http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt012509.php 5854D8F8-148E-493E-AB68-B3A383139048 Fri, 30 Jan 2009 12:29:05 -0500 01/25/09 Mary's Touch - Milly and Mary S. "I kept praying not one Rosary, but two Rosaries...three Rosaries...and daily Mass ...and I told Blessed Mother, 'I don't want anything, I only would like my husband to understand, I want to go back home; I am thirsting for the Eucharist, and I need your help.'" In this show, you'll hear from Milly, a woman who was away from the Church. She longed to come home, but she needed her husband's consent so that she could again receive Jesus in the Eucharist. When he refused, she entrusted the situation to Mother Mary... ...and you'll hear from Mary S. Her friend died before she could become Catholic. Mary was heartbroken, but then she was reminded that our Blessed Mother loves everyone. Featuring music from Matthew Mayer's new CD, Full of Grace 28:13 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no I run an orphanage for AIDS orphans who are HIV positive. ...It's a place where they know they are loved. I realized that Mary is looking out for these children as if they are her own....You just can't forget that Christ is present in the most vulnerable, and when you think about what they endure day to day, you realize how extremely vulnerable they are, and you can say, 'These kids are little Christs, and I'm here to serve them.'" In this show, you'll hear about Carol. God called her to help HIV-positive children in India. She thought she might be there for just a short time. Little did she know how big her "yes" would be ... ...and you'll hear from nine-year-old, Benjamin, who sees Mary every day. For more information about Carol's work, please visit www.ifoundhope.org. There you can make a tax-deductible donation and help feed these children and assist in their care. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt010409.php 05ED8705-0549-4719-9338-27EA4142B7C6 Fri, 9 Jan 2009 13:01:44 -0500 01/04/09 Mary's Touch - Carol and Benjamin I run an orphanage for AIDS orphans who are HIV positive. ...It's a place where they know they are loved. I realized that Mary is looking out for these children as if they are her own....You just can't forget that Christ is present in the most vulnerable, and when you think about what they endure day to day, you realize how extremely vulnerable they are, and you can say, 'These kids are little Christs, and I'm here to serve them.'" In this show, you'll hear about Carol. God called her to help HIV-positive children in India. She thought she might be there for just a short time. Little did she know how big her "yes" would be ... ...and you'll hear from nine-year-old, Benjamin, who sees Mary every day. For more information about Carol's work, please visit www.ifoundhope.org. There you can make a tax-deductible donation and help feed these children and assist in their care. 28:13 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no "My friend, Charlene, suggested to me that if I'm having trouble speaking to God, then perhaps I could start talking to Mary as my mother...looking to her for peace and comfort...to give her my fears. So every day for the past three and a half years, I've said a prayer to Mary." In this show, you'll hear from from Julie, a woman who isn't Catholic but has a deep love for Mary, which has helped her to grow more in love with Jesus... ...and you'll hear from Mary D. A serious accident left both her legs broken, but she knew God would heal her. http://www.catholicradiointernational.com/marystouch/mp3/mt122808.php 64D2FAC3-6613-462F-8319-5559E395F46D Thu, 1 Jan 2009 18:36:45 -0500 12/28/08 Mary's Touch - Julie and Mary D. "My friend, Charlene, suggested to me that if I'm having trouble speaking to God, then perhaps I could start talking to Mary as my mother...looking to her for peace and comfort...to give her my fears. So every day for the past three and a half years, I've said a prayer to Mary." In this show, you'll hear from from Julie, a woman who isn't Catholic but has a deep love for Mary, which has helped her to grow more in love with Jesus... ...and you'll hear from Mary D. A serious accident left both her legs broken, but she knew God would heal her. 28:13 Jeff at Catholic Radio International catholic,spiritual,reflections no no