The Catholic Morning Show

The Catholic Morning Show - 05/26/2026

Episode Summary

The Catholic Morning Show with Deacon Mark Campbell, Alexia Baker, and Ayden Pugh explores Pope Leo XIV’s new AI encyclical, the launch of the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage, and the inspiring story of Servant of God Eileen O’Connor. Guests include Kris Frank discussing the “One Nation Under God” lecture series connected to the Eucharistic Pilgrimage, and author Kate Clinch sharing insights from her novel Every Inch a Saint. Plus local Iowa news, sports, weather, Saint Philip Neri, and reflections on faith, technology, and holiness in daily life.

Episode Notes

On this episode of the Catholic Morning Show, Deacon Mark Campbell, Alexia Baker, and Ayden Pugh return after Memorial Day weekend with conversations on faith, technology, and the Eucharistic revival happening across the country.

The show opens with discussion surrounding Pope Leo XIV’s newly released encyclical on artificial intelligence and the dignity of the human person, exploring how Catholics can thoughtfully engage AI while preserving creativity, human connection, and spiritual responsibility.

Later, Kris Frank joins the show to discuss the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage and the free “One Nation Under God” online lecture series launching throughout June. The conversation highlights Eucharistic renewal, America’s 250th anniversary, and the power of public witness to the Catholic faith.

The second guest, author Kate Clinch, shares the remarkable story behind Every Inch a Saint, her novel about Servant of God Eileen O’Connor — an Australian woman whose suffering, compassion, and holiness inspired generations.

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