The Catholic Morning Show

The Catholic Morning Show - 05/19/2026

Episode Summary

Deacon Mark Campbell, Alexia Baker, and Brady Grimm begin the morning with prayer, local news, weather, and sports before welcoming Fr. James Dominic Brent, OP, to discuss his book The Father’s House: Discovering Our Home in the Trinity. Fr. Brent reflects on the deepest questions of the human heart: What is the purpose of life? Who am I? How do I find love? Later in the show, classical pianist Brian Billion joins the program to preview his performance at the upcoming Des Moines Meeting and shares how beauty and music can lead souls toward God. Plus: Pope Leo XIV’s prayer intention, Saint Theophilus of Cort, Iowa sports updates, and a look ahead to Pentecost.

Episode Notes

On this episode of the Catholic Morning Show, Deacon Mark Campbell, Alexia Baker, and Brady Grimm reflect on Pope Leo XIV’s first year as pope and his prayer intention that all people may have food and nourishment.

Fr. James Dominic Brent, OP of the Dominican Order joins the show to discuss his book The Father’s House: Discovering Our Home in the Trinity. He explores the three fundamental questions every person asks:

Fr. Brent shares how the Gospel and the life of the Trinity answer those questions and prepare us for Pentecost.

Later, pianist and educator Brian Billion previews his upcoming performance for the Des Moines Meeting and discusses the connection between classical music, beauty, faith, and the human soul.

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