On this episode of The Catholic Morning Show, philosopher Dr. John Cuddeback unpacks his new book The Intentional Household and explains how families can reclaim daily life around faith, work, and togetherness. Then, Christ Our Life Conference co-founders Ellen Miller and Marilyn Lane preview the 2026 "Searching Souls" gathering in Des Moines, featuring Bishop William Joensen, Bishop Manuel Espaillat, Fr. Robert Spitzer, Chris Stefanick, and more. Plus, details on Iowa Catholic Radio's upcoming Growing The Faith Tour with Catholic Answers apologist Karlo Broussard.
Bo Bonner is joined by Alexia Baker, Ayden Pugh, and Brady Grimm for a full hour of faith, family, and community events across Iowa.
Dr. John Cuddeback — The Intentional Household Dr. John Cuddeback, professor of philosophy at Christendom College since 1997, joins the show to discuss his new book, The Intentional Household: Living as if People Matter (Ignatius Press). Dr. Cuddeback traces how modern culture has pulled families away from ordinary, life-giving practices — shared meals, unhurried conversation, working and resting together — and offers practical, faith-rooted steps for rebuilding a household centered on God's plan. He touches on the household as a "school of responsibility," the importance of fathers leaning into home life, and how multigenerational households can serve both the young and the elderly well.
Christ Our Life Conference — "Searching Souls" (Sept. 26–27, 2026) Co-founders and co-chairs Ellen Miller and Marilyn Lane return to preview this year's Christ Our Life Conference, held September 26–27, 2026 at Wells Fargo Arena in Des Moines. This year's speaker lineup includes:
Weekend passes are $30 for adults; admission is free for ages 23 and under, both in-person and via livestream. A dedicated high school and college breakout track returns for its second year.
Growing The Faith Tour with Karlo Broussard Iowa Catholic Radio welcomes Catholic Answers apologist Karlo Broussard for a free three-night speaking series on faith, happiness, and salvation:
Pre-registration is requested.
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