Winds of Change Show

Episode #4819 Just War Theory

Father Anthony with Tony and Cristina gather to discuss the goings on, and people in the Parish. They open the show picking up on yesterday’s commentary about the current times were living in and the state of the world; war and fear of escalation. Father Anthony leads us in prayer for much needed peace.  After prayer Father discusses Just War Theory; the framework used to determine when it is permissible to go to war that originated with Catholic theologians like Augustine of Hippo and St. Thomas Aquinas.  After a final break Father discusses the Divine Mercy and Divine Mercy Sunday: the Sunday following Easter Sunday, this year celebrated on April 12, 2026.  Join us for the Divine Mercy Sunday service at St. Stanislaus Kostka Parish.  Visit our website for schedules.   St. Stanislaus Kostka Parish [https://ststanschurch.org/]

Episode #4817 Acceptance: God Exists

Father Anthony with Cristina and Tony regroup today after the Tridium and Easter Sunday.  They chat about the current times we're living in and the state of the world; war and fear of escalation. They try to turn to the better topic of Easter and Father recounts the story of the young man coming to terms that there is a God and he needs to accept this and stop living in denial.  Father comments on the beauty of that acceptance and discusses how the gospel calls us to love and obey God.  His hope is that ALL come to this realization and live a life according to God’s Law. St. Stanislaus Kostka Parish [https://ststanschurch.org/]

Episode #4816 An Easter Miracle and Knowing the Holy Spirit

It’s Easter Monday and Lauretta has as her guest, lay Catholic evangelist and author of 11 books, Maria Valdia. Lauretta and Maria discuss the Miracle of Easter recounting the harrowing story of the rescue of the second Airman and WSO (Weapons System Officer). This airman exclaimed God is good at his rescue. Lauretta and Maria celebrate and recount the life and work on behalf of the Holy Spirit by Father Tom DiLorrenzo who passed into Eternal Life. Lauretta and Maria lament the demonic infiltration in every aspect of our lives and how with the power of the Holy Spirit working through our enthusiasm and prayer can defeat evil with the Gifts that the Holy Spirit empowers us. Lauretta and Mary tell us about two upcoming events this month at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 901 N. Center Street, Plano, IL Transformation Night, Friday, April 10th from 7pm-9pm Encounter Retreat, Saturday, April 11 from 9am-4pm Retreat Registration and Lunch $25   Register at Encounterschool.org [https://encounterschool.org/] https://ststanschurch.org/ [https://ststanschurch.org/]

Episode #4815 GOOD FRIDAY: The Seven Last Words of Christ

Today we run the Winds of Change combined show covering Part I and II on the book, “The Seven Last Words of Christ” by Monsignor James Turro and Fr. Scott Haynes.  Alice Babij (Bobby) joins Father to review the book as we reflect on the actual last seven words spoken by Jesus at his crucifixion.  The meditations and reflections of this book hope to prepare the soul for deeper contemplation offering a path into Christ’s heart at the time of his sacrifice of all, for us. The book is available at priestleypress.com. Father Anthony invites all to join us as St. Stanislaus Kostka Parish for the Tridium and Easter Services. All are welcome. Visit our website for our Tridium and Easter schedules. St. Stanislaus Kostka Parish [https://ststanschurch.org/]  www.priestlypress.com [http://www.priestlypress.com]

Episode #4814 The Seven Last Words of Christ: Part II

Father Anthony with Cristina and Tony are joined by Alice Babij (Bobby).  Father welcomes us and discusses the Tridium which we are just starting today on Holy Thursday.  He talks about preparing the church for this evening’s mass and invites all to join us here at St. Stanislaus Church for the Tridium. Father reads Tuesday’s gospel and unpacks its significance.  After a break, Father turns things over to Alice to continue her presentation on the book, “The Seven Last Words of Christ” by Monsignor James Turro and Fr. Scott Haynes.  In part two Alice turns her focus to the last four words spoken by Jesus at his crucifixion.  The meditations and reflections of this book hope to prepare the soul for deeper contemplation offering a path into Christ’s heart at the time of his sacrifice of all, for us. The book is available at priestleypress.com. St. Stanislaus Kostka Parish [https://ststanschurch.org/]  www.priestlypress.com [http://www.priestlypress.com]