The Catholic Morning Show

The Catholic Morning Show – 07/10/2026

Episode Summary

Host Bo Bonner opens with a look at Iowa Catholic Radio's upcoming Growing the Faith Tour featuring Catholic apologist Karlo Broussard, then welcomes Sam Halligan of Forge to preview the Forge Hog Roast, a Catholic couples' night of food, music, and confession happening July 31 in Adel, Iowa. Later, traditionalist Catholic author Dr. Peter Kwasniewski joins to discuss his new TAN Books release, Ad Orientem: The Direction that Changes Everything, unpacking why the priest's eastward posture at Mass carries centuries of theological weight. This episode blends practical Catholic community events with deep liturgical catechesis for listeners across Iowa and beyond.

Episode Notes

Growing the Faith Tour with Karlo Broussard This July, Iowa Catholic Radio brings Catholic apologist Karlo Broussard to three Iowa cities for the Growing the Faith Tour, a three-night series exploring faith, happiness, and salvation:

• Tuesday, July 21 – Spencer
• Wednesday, July 22 – Creston
• Thursday, July 23 – Pella

All three events are free; pre-registration is requested. Details, directions, and registration: IowaCatholicRadio.com/events

The Forge Hog Roast with Sam Halligan Sam Halligan, Des Moines City Director of Forge, joins Bo to talk about the Forge Hog Roast — a couples' night built around live music, roasted hog, drinks, cigars, and fellowship for the men of Des Moines and their significant others.

• When: Friday, July 31, 6–9 p.m.
• Where: Wills Family Orchard, 33130 Panther Creek Rd, Adel, IA
• Cost: $15 per person at the door
• Live music from Catholic singer-songwriter Luke Spehar; confessions available with at least six priests on hand

Register and learn more: myforge.org/event/the-forge-hog-roast

Ad Orientem with Dr. Peter Kwasniewski Author and liturgical scholar Dr. Peter Kwasniewski discusses his new booklet from TAN Books, Ad Orientem: The Direction that Changes Everything, unpacking why the direction a priest faces during Mass — toward the people or toward the East — carries deep theological significance for how Catholics understand the Eucharist.

Learn more or order the booklet: tanbooks.com

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