Deacon Mark Campbell marks the Memorial of Our Lady of the Rosary with a look at the Rosary's history and practical tips for praying it without rushing. Diocese of Des Moines evangelization director John Gaffney shares three ways to accompany someone struggling with mental health, tied to Pope Leo XIV's October prayer intention for mental health ministry. Catholic author and pilgrimage leader Steve Ray then explains the vital role of Catholic grandparents in handing on the faith, with practical ideas any grandparent can start today.
Deacon Mark Campbell opens Wednesday on the Memorial of Our Lady of the Rosary, with Mass today at 8:30 a.m. at St. Patrick's in Lenox (90.9 FM). The Saint of the Day traces the feast to Pope St. Pius V's thanksgiving for the victory at the Battle of Lepanto in 1571. Deacon Mark and Ayden Pugh share their favorite mysteries of the Rosary, plus an honest encouragement to slow down and meditate rather than rush through the prayer. Pray along with the Iowa Catholic Radio family three times a day: 6 a.m., 10 a.m., and 8:30 p.m.
John Gaffney, Director of Evangelization and Mission for the Diocese of Des Moines, joins for his monthly segment on accompanying those who are struggling with their mental health, in light of Pope Leo XIV's October prayer intention for mental health ministry. John offers three practical ideas:
He also shares his own experience of being noticed and accompanied by a coworker during a difficult season. Find faith-based mental health resources and the diocese's Catholic counselor referral network at the Diocese of Des Moines Mental Health Ministry page. If you or someone you know is in crisis, call or text 988.
Catholic convert, author, and Holy Land guide Steve Ray talks about the role of Catholic grandparents. He is a grandfather of 21 and now a great-grandfather, and he and his wife Janet celebrate 50 years of marriage this December. Drawing on Scripture, from Timothy's grandmother Lois in 2 Timothy to Jesus' grandparents Saints Joachim and Anne, Steve explains why grandparents are the family's anchor of faith. He also offers a practical list:
Read Steve's article The Role of Catholic Grandparents at Catholic Answers, and pray Pope Benedict XVI's Prayer for Grandparents. Learn about Steve's upcoming pilgrimages, including a February trip to Jordan and Israel, at Footprints of God Pilgrimages or CatholicConvert.com.
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