Episode #4890 Smorgasbord of the Brain Wrinkling Wednesdays

Episode #4890 Smorgasbord of the Brain Wrinkling Wednesdays

Father Koys takes us on another “brain wrinkling” walk.  Today Father Koys takes tidbits of his various Wednesday episodes and creates a “smorgasbord” of sorts as he discusses various topics.  He comments on the crazy weather we’ve had and its impact to various trees around St. James Parish, then turns to speaking about the nuclear bomb, Iran and the need to keep them from having it.  Father Koys discusses that Iran is a theocracy and addresses what it is, how it impacts the current war as he addresses the various understandings of the Messiah across different religions. This brings him to share a reflection from CS Lewis that references several ills of the world that can bring about death referencing that the nuclear bomb is just another ill added to the mix and that rather than live in fear of the nuclear bomb and dying, we should live prayerfully, joyfully, sharing in the good of the world and doing good.  During the second half of the show, he reflects and unpacks the poem “The Ambulance Down in the Valley”, explaining that it is essentially a lesson on morality.  Father reads the poem and then breaks it down as he draws attention to what we should walk away with.  He ends sharing a story of a family coming in for OCIA, Order of Christian Initiation of Adults, where one shares their confusion over the hierarchy in catholic religion, questioning why we need it, which leads him to discuss the Catholic Hierarchy and its role in teaching and demonstrating that getting directly to God is not an easy way, opening the door to yet another topic for another Brain Wrinkling Wednesday.   St. Stanislaus Kostka Parish [https://ststanschurch.org/]

Episode #4889 Goings-On as Captured by the Chicago Catholic

It’s Monday and Lauretta has as her guest, Joyce Duriga, Editor of Chicago Catholic. Today they focus their chat across multiple issues of the Chicago Catholic, specifically the July 12th and the July 26th issues.  Lauretta draws attention to ongoing prayer requests for peace and for the release of Jimmy Lai, she adds on the request for prayers to unmask the Democratic Socialists.  Afterwards she welcomes Joyce and they discuss the “At Peace” memorial which honors the lives lost to suicide and offers a sacred space for prayer and remembrance.  The memorial was dedicated at the Queen of Heaven Cemetery in Hillside on June 26, 2026.  Lauretta then gives a shout out to Karen Callaway, photographer for the Chicago Catholic who was recognized for her work with the St. Francis de Sales Award on June 19th.   They call attention to the celebration of Mother Cabrini’s Birthday and Canonization anniversary that was celebrated at the National Shrine of St. Francis Xavier Cabrini on July 12, 2026 also discussing her contributions.  Their final article focused on the Protection of Children Charter that was implemented to protect children. The charter which was implemented 25 years ago is still going strong and has grown as it provides training and education for knowledge and awareness for prevention of abuse. Lauretta recognizes the upcoming Feast of the Assumption on August 15th and Joyce draws attention to the huge feast held at St. Jerome Croatian Catholic Church encouraging all to go out to and enjoy the feast and procession on Princeton Avenue.  Joyce reminds listeners that they can subscribe to the Chicago Catholic or pick up a copy at your local parish.  For the complete articles and more information, please visit their website at ChicagoCatholic.com. St. Stanislaus Kostka Parish [https://ststanschurch.org/]  https://www.chicagocatholic.com/ [https://www.chicagocatholic.com/]

Episode #4888 The Sword of St. Michael Part III

Father Anthony with Cristina and Tony, gather to discuss the goings on, and people in the Parish.  Father Anthony is joined by his guest Alice Babij (Bobby) today.  Father greets everyone and mentions that today’s honored saint is Sts. Sixtus II, Pope, and Companions, Martyrs then leads us in prayer.  After prayer Father talks about yesterday’s Feast of the Transfiguration and shares from its readings, reflecting on the state of our society and its rejection of Christianity.  After a break, Father welcome back Alice Babij (Bobby) to continue the discussion on the book previously introduced, “The Sword of Michael”, by Rev. Scott Haynes. The book explores the mysterious alignment of seven churches across Europe that appears to represent a sword. The book explores this alignment as it delves into historical details, miracles, and spiritual significance of the sanctuaries.  Today Alice focuses on the miracles attributed to each of the seven churches.  The book is available at priestlypress.com.   St. Stanislaus Kostka Parish [https://ststanschurch.org/] priestlypress.com

Episode #4887 Nurturing a Relationship with God

Father Anthony with Tony and Cristina gather to discuss the goings on, and people in the Parish. Father greets everyone and chats about his experience at a funeral a few days past which leads them to discuss catholic cemeteries in the city of Chicago.  Father leads us in prayer and afterwards touches on the point he made on Tuesday’s show: Jesus retreats to the desert and into silence to pray and remain centered on God, we must emulate Jesus and nurture our relationship with God as we face daily challenges trusting in Him.  Father reminds us to be of the things of God living for the better good of others while we avoid being manipulated or dragged into the decisive politics but be bold in speaking the truth of our faith and promoting repentance and living a life in Christ.   St. Stanislaus Kostka Parish [https://ststanschurch.org/]

Episode #4886 Fulton Sheen

Father Koys takes us on another “brain wrinkling” walk as his mind turns to the upcoming beautification of Fulton Sheen scheduled for September 24, 2026.  Father Koys takes us on a deep dive into historical details around Fulton Sheen. As Father Koys dives into and shares details and short stories about his life and works, he shares his personal connection to him as well. He highlights and reads the story of the miracle that was recognized by Pope Frances for Fulton Sheen’s beautification on July 6, 2019.  The beautification was originally scheduled for later that year on December 21, 2019 later postponed pending further review.  Father Koys shares this unfortunate event, sharing the details revolving around that situation which delayed the beautification until this year.    St. Stanislaus Kostka Parish [https://ststanschurch.org/]