The Catholic Morning Show

John Gaffney – The Catholic Meaning of Thanksgiving -- 11/12/2025

Episode Summary

John Gaffney joins us to explore how the Catholic faith transforms our understanding of Thanksgiving, drawing connections between the holiday and the Eucharist — the true thanksgiving of the Church.

Episode Notes

John Gaffney, Mission Director for the Diocese of Des Moines, reflects on gratitude, faith, and the Eucharist. As families gather to give thanks, John reminds us that the Mass itself is the highest form of thanksgiving and how living eucharistically changes how we see the world.

Learn more:

Diocese of Des Moines – https://www.dmdiocese.org

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