"The Order of Malta Minutes with the Catechism" with Peggy Stanton
Sparks of Mercy
by The Marian Fathers
2M ago
It takes a special grace for an author to summarize and share the teachings of Catechism of the Catholic Church, let alone to make reading those teachings easy and enjoyable. And yet Dame of Malta and radio host Peggy Stanton has done it, in the recently released The Order of Malta Minutes with the Catechism: A Pocket Guide to the Catechism of the Catholic Church. In this episode of Sparks of Mercy, she shares why she wrote it, how to use it, and what insights from the Catechism she thinks the world needs to hear. Are you enjoying this podcast? I invite you to listen to more shows brought to ..read more
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"The Chaste Heart of St. Joseph: A Graphic Novel" with Illustrator Sam Estrada
Sparks of Mercy
by The Marian Fathers
3M ago
Graphic designer Sam Estrada came from a Catholic family, but it took encountering the lives of the saints to draw him deeply into his faith. That love of the saints helped inspire his work illustrating Fr. Donald Calloway, MIC’s graphic novel The Chaste Heart of St. Joseph. In this interview, Sam shares about his faith, his work with Fr. Calloway, and the importance of St. Joseph for all of us Catholics today. Are you enjoying this podcast? I invite you to listen to more shows brought to you by the Marian Fathers of the Immaculate Conception. Join us daily for enriching, spiritual content wh ..read more
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"At the Bedside of the Sick and Dying" with Dr. Bryan Thatcher
Sparks of Mercy
by The Marian Fathers
4M ago
We can make a difference to the eternal destiny of our friends, family, and loved ones if only we pray for them now and at the hour of their death, explains Dr. Bryan Thatcher, founder of the Eucharistic Apostles of The Divine Mercy. Discussing At the Bedside of the Sick and Dying: A Guide for Parish Ministry, Family, and Friends, a booklet he coauthored with Kathleen Wabick, foundress of the Disciples of Divine Mercy in the Holy Face of Jesus, Dr. Thatcher shares profound wisdom and practical advice straight from St. Faustina’s Diary and his own experience. Are you enjoying this podcast? I i ..read more
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"Fatima: A Pilgrimage with Mary" with Most Rev. Joseph Roesch, MIC
Sparks of Mercy
by The Marian Fathers
5M ago
Our Lady of Fatima called him back to the full practice of his faith, to a priestly vocation, and to the Marian Fathers of the Immaculate Conception. Now, the Most Rev. Joseph Roesch, MIC, is the Superior General of the Marian Fathers of the Immaculate Conception and author of Fatima: A Pilgrimage with Mary. In this interview, he shares thoughts on the message of Fatima, the importance of devotion to the Immaculate Heart, and much, much more. Are you enjoying this podcast? I invite you to listen to more shows brought to you by the Marian Fathers of the Immaculate Conception. Join us daily for ..read more
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"Through Esther's Eyes" with Jacqueline St. Clare
Sparks of Mercy
by The Marian Fathers
6M ago
What would it have been like living in the days of Jesus’ earthly life and ministry? Jacqueline St. Clare asked herself that question, and Esther’s Eyes: A Novel is the result. In this interview, Jacqueline talks about her preparation to write this ambitious book, including her education, visits to the Holy Land, and how she invites us to see the Holy Family through the fictional Esther’s eyes. Are you enjoying this podcast? I invite you to listen to more shows brought to you by the Marian Fathers of the Immaculate Conception. Join us daily for enriching, spiritual content which will help you ..read more
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"The Gospel of Matthew for Little Ones" with Allison Hsu
Sparks of Mercy
by The Marian Fathers
7M ago
Illustrator Allison Hsu brings the Gospel to life in The Gospel of Matthew for Little Ones. In this interview, Hsu, a pediatrician, wife, and mother of three talks about her walk with the Lord. She discusses how her experience caring for children both as a healthcare professional and as a Catholic mom helped inspire and guide her work, and how art and evangelization go together. Are you enjoying this podcast? I invite you to listen to more shows brought to you by the Marian Fathers of the Immaculate Conception. Join us daily for enriching, spiritual content which will help you on your journey ..read more
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"The Chaste Heart of St. Joseph: A Graphic Novel" with Fr. Donald Calloway, MIC
Sparks of Mercy
by The Marian Fathers
8M ago
In the midst of the culture of death and the many challenges facing our Church and our families in the world today, we need St. Joseph’s witness to faith, family, sanctity, and justice more than ever. That’s why Fr. Donald Calloway, MIC, has just released his new book The Chaste Heart of St. Joseph: A Graphic Novel. In this interview, he discusses the intercession of St. Joseph, how the earthly adoptive father of Jesus shows us what being a Christian really looks like, and more!   Are you enjoying this podcast? I invite you to listen to more shows brought to you by the Marian Fathers of ..read more
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"The Gospel of Matthew for Little Ones" with Sara Beth Meyer
Sparks of Mercy
by The Marian Fathers
11M ago
In the chaos and confusion of pandemic lockdown, Sara Beth Meyer found consolation in the Gospels. From that came The Gospel of Matthew for Little Ones, a poetic summation and retelling of the Gospel, scrupulously orthodox and highly readable. In this conversation, Meyer shares her thoughts on raising Catholic kids, evangelizing across generations, and much more. Are you enjoying this podcast? I invite you to listen to more shows brought to you by the Marian Fathers of the Immaculate Conception. Join us daily for enriching, spiritual content which will help you on your journey with Jesus Chri ..read more
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"The Way of Mercy: Pilgrimage in Catholic Poland" with Stephen J. Binz
Sparks of Mercy
by The Marian Fathers
11M ago
Poland has given the Church many saints, including the Great Mercy Pope (John Paul II) and the Secretary and Apostle of Divine Mercy (Faustina Kowalska). Author and pilgrimage leader Stephen Binz discusses these saints and Poland’s rich Catholic heritage in this interview about his new Marian Press book The Way of Mercy: Pilgrimage in Catholic Poland. Are you enjoying this podcast? I invite you to listen to more shows brought to you by the Marian Fathers of the Immaculate Conception. Join us daily for enriching, spiritual content which will help you on your journey with Jesus Christ. Simply v ..read more
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"God's Amazing Mercy: Meditations by St. Faustina's Confessor and Spiritual Director" with Dr. Robert Stackpole
Sparks of Mercy
by The Marian Fathers
1y ago
Who was Blessed Michael Sopocko? What connects him to St. Faustina? And why is God’s Amazing Mercy, the new edition of a classic work by Bl. Sopocko, so important to understanding the Divine Mercy message and devotion? Divine Mercy expert Dr. Robert Stackpole, director of the John Paul II Institute of Divine Mercy and editor of this new book, explains ..read more
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