The Catholic Morning Show

Praying for Priests in Crisis with Fr. Andrew Rauenbuehler - 04/14/2026

Episode Summary

Fr. Andrew Rauenbuehler, vocations director for the Diocese of Davenport, discusses the April prayer intention of Pope Leo XIV: praying for priests in crisis. Father shares insight into the joys and challenges of priestly life, how seminary formation has evolved, and how the faithful can better support their priests through prayer and encouragement.

Episode Notes

• Why the Church is praying for priests in crisis
• The reality of priestly life today
• Changes in seminary formation
• The importance of human and spiritual development
• How laypeople can support priests
• Encouragement as a powerful form of support