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The Simple Truth, hosted by Jim Havens, airs each weekday from 4-5PM(EST) on The Station of the Cross Media Network. The focus of the show is authentically receiving, living, and transmitting the simple Truth of Jesus and His Catholic Church. We’re in challenging times, but we are made to rise up and meet the challenges before us with Christ. We’ll be proclaiming all that is good, true, and beautiful, applying it to real life, and we won’t shy away from the difficult topics, especially lifti ...
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Love Will End Abortion is a pro-life radio show hosted by Jim Havens. The show features compelling interviews, current events, and ongoing formation to help equip us for increased effectiveness in building a culture of life.
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Is Bible History Real? (Steve Ray)
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We welcome back apologist Steve Ray to discuss archaeology, biblical history, and the historical events that prove the accuracy of the New Testament. How can historical proofs help strengthen our faith in times of doubt and discouragement? Father finishes with Timely Thoughts. Show Notes Steve Ray's Website: Defenders of the Catholic Faith Steve Ra…
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Becoming a Spiritual Prepper (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 11/8/24
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In Let's Talk About This, Fr. McTeigue discusses discernment, spiritual emergency preparation, and what it takes to remain faithful in times of trial. What must we do in times of peace to prepare for the temptations toward excuse-making that emerge in time of struggle? Father finishes with Weekend Readiness to help you prepare for the upcoming Sund…
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Let's Go to Father Spitzer's Universe (Fr. Robert Spitzer, S.J.) 11/7/24
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We welcome back Fr. Robert Spitzer, S.J. of the Magis Center to discuss original sin, the problem of evil, and conversion of heart through his latest book with EWTN Publications. How does living a life of either virtue or vice transform us? Show Notes Father Spitzer’s Universe: Exploring Life’s Big Questions The Magis Center for Reason and Faith Th…
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Trump Wins, But... What's Next? (Fr. Stephen Imbarrato) - 11/8/24
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11/8/24 - It's official: Donald J. Trump will serve as the 47th President of the United States! But where do we go from here? Jim and Fr. Imbarrato will break down what comes next for the country and the pro-life movement in the wake of the election results. Can Trump's mind and heart be changed on the life issue? How much progress can we make in t…
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Science at the Doorstep to God (Fr. Robert Spitzer, S.J.) - 11/7/24
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11/7/24 - Today, there is more science-based evidence for God, the soul, and life after death than ever before. Then why are scores of people turning to unbelief because of “science”? The answer is simple: they do not know the science. Science at the Doorstep to God presents in depth the latest evidence to turn the rising tide of unbelief. Father R…
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So About That Christian Gender Gap… (Elisabeth of “The Biblical Bookworm”) 11/6/24
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We welcome Elisabeth, an Austrian YouTuber known as "The Biblical Bookworm" to discuss the curious gender gap in the digital consumption of content surrounding Christian Theology and apologetics. What might cause such a significant difference, and what can we learn from this data? Show Notes The Christian Gender Gap No One Talks About Why Are Most …
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Servant of God Fr. Domenico Da Cese, O.F.M. (Joanne Wright) - 11/6/24
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11/6/24 - Domenico da Cese was a priest and Cappuchin friar. He showed signs of a special gift from a young age, correctly predicting an impending earthquake on the day of its occurrence at the age of nine. After becoming a priest in October of 1931, he would eventually travel to San Giovanni and become a close friend of Pio of Pietrelcina, known p…
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New Life for Liturgical Music? (Dr. Jennifer Donelson-Nowicka) 11/5/24
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We welcome Dr. Jennifer Donelson-Nowicka of The Church Music Association of America to discuss Sacred Music, true active participation, and developing proper disposition of the soul in the liturgy. Should we ever settle for bad music in Mass? Father finishes with Timely Thoughts. Show Notes Dr. Jennifer Donelson-Nowicka | Website Catholic Institute…
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Election Day 2024 Coverage: The Race to 270 (Deacon Keith Fournier) - 11/5/24
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11/5/24 - We'll bring you live election coverage and breaking updates as the race to 270 electoral votes is underway! How will things play out in crucial swing states like Pennsylvania? Will Donald Trump or Kamala Harris rise to victory? Deacon Fournier is a Constitutional Lawyer and Moral Theologian. Deacon Fournier holds three theology degrees, a…
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Sad News about Boys Town (Michael Hichborn) 11/4/24
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We welcome back Michael Hichborn of the Lepanto Institute to discuss his investigation into Boys Town, the loss of innocence, and the unsettling spread of support of deviant activity. What will it take to break through the world's unquestioned habits of promoting sin? Show Notes Boys Town and the Disturbing Accusations of Sexual Abuse The Modernist…
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The MAHA Movement: Make America Healthy Again (Becky Havens) - 11/4/24
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11/4/24 - The Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) Movement, started by Donald Trump and Ronald F. Kennedy Jr., is igniting a health revolution in America. It aims to dismantle the corporate stranglehold on our government agencies that has led to widespread chronic disease, environmental degradation, and rampant public distrust. By aligning the health…
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All Saints Day: Lessons Still Unlearned (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 11/1/24
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In Let's Talk About This for All Saint's Day, Fr. McTeigue discusses the subtle lies about the saints that we believe. What does it mean to seek sanctity, and is it really our obligation to do so? Father finishes with Weekend Readiness to help you prepare for the upcoming Sunday Mass. Show Notes What are we preparing our children for, if not how to…
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Closing Arguments: Our Pick for the 2024 Presidential Election (Fr. Stephen Imbarrato) - 11/1/24
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11/1/24 - The Presidential Election is almost here! Jim and Father Imbarrato will sift through each candidate's closing arguments before sharing their own picks and how they came to their decision. We'll close things out reflecting on a powerful poem written by twelve year old Elizabeth, who hits the nail on the head with her emotional plea for the…
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Updates on Religious Hatred (Raymond Ibrahim) 10/31/24
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We welcome back Raymond Ibrahim to discuss Columbus Day, Islam, and the real life horror movie of current Christian martyrdom. Why do some scholars continue to cling to the myth of the so-called golden era of Islam, and what's the true story beyond the narrative? Show Notes Sword and Scimitar: Fourteen Centuries of War between Islam and the West De…
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The Devil in the City of Angels: My Encounters With the Diabolical (Jesse Romero) - 10/31/24
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10/31/24 - Jesse Romero is an internationally renowned Catholic author and evangelist who sets the hearts of his listeners on fire with a passion for Jesus Christ and His Catholic Church. He is the host of Jesus 911 heard on The Station of the Cross. In The Devil in the City of Angels, Jesse reveals the harrowing details of his experiences with the…
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The Life and Legacy of Blessed Frédéric Janssoone - Part Two - 10/30/24
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10/30/24 - We'll continue our examination of the life of Blessed Frederick Janssoone, a Belgian priest of the Franciscan Order known for his deep spirituality and commitment to serving the poor. Born in a humble village, he dedicated his life to missionary work, particularly in Canada, where he became a prominent figure in the development of the Ch…
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Updates on the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly (Matt Archbold) 10/30/24
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We welcome back Matt Archbold of Creative Minority Report to discuss the growth in the popularity of the occult, the need to develop a healthy Catholic suspicion, and fallen humanity's near endless creativity to sin and deface the image of God. Are there any signs of hope to be found? Show Notes Atheism Is Fading, But This Uglier Beast Is Taking It…
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Planning for a Beautiful Advent (Kathleen Carr) 10/29/24
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We welcome back Kathleen Carr of the Catholic Art Institute to discuss the importance of the Incarnation, Advent, and discovering beauty as a family. What can we learn from engaging in Visio Divina? Father finishes with Timely Thoughts. Show Notes Catholic Art Institute St. Luke & the Noble Task of Artists New Partnership, Conference Photos & Upcom…
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Veritatis Splendor and the Presidential Election: October Update (Bishop Joseph Strickland) - 10/29/24
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10/29/24 - Bishop Joseph Strickland returns to the show to update us on what's been on his mind and heart in the month of October. His Excellency has been quoting Veritatis Splendor on his social media lately - what's that all about? We'll also discuss how Catholics should be approaching the upcoming Presidential election. What should we be conside…
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What’s New in the New Encyclical? (Fr. Gerald Murray) 10/28/24
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We welcome back Fr. Gerald Murray of EWTN to discuss the latest encyclical on the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Why might subjects like the Social Kingship of Christ be missing from the text, and does it contain within it a critique of the program of synodality? Show Notes Dilexit Nos: (On the Human and Divine Love of the Heart of Jesus Christ) Annum Sacr…
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Christ, Science and Reason: What We Can Know About Jesus, Mary, and Miracles (Fr. Robert Spitzer, S.J.) - 10/28/24
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10/28/24 - Fr. Robert Spitzer, S.J., Ph.D. is the President of the Magis Center of Reason and Faith and the Spitzer Center. He was the President of Gonzaga University from 1998 to 2009. He is the author of many books, including Healing the Culture, Finding True Happiness, Five Pillars of the Spiritual Life, The Light Shines On in the Darkness, The …
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Presidential Election 2024: What's At Stake? (Fr. Stephen Imbarrato) - 10/25/24
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10/25/24 - With the 2024 Presidential Election now just two weeks away, we'll discuss what's at stake. With this election cycle being described by many as the most critical of our times, the answer to that question is a short one: a lot! Who will emerge the winner, and what would the country look like under the leadership of each side? What can we …
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America and the Cristero War (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 10/25/24
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In Let's Talk About This, Fr. McTeigue discusses money, power, freemasonry, and the little discussed American influence during the Cristero War. What inspired the fidelity of the martyrs, and why do progressive revolutionaries immediately begin attacking the Church once gaining power? Father finishes with Weekend Readiness to help you prepare for t…
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Living Through Hurricane Helene (Jason Craig) 10/24/24
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We welcome back Jason Craig of Those Catholic Men to discuss his experience living through Hurricane Helene. What happens when the familiar "direct deposit" nature of human experience is cut off, and what graces can be found in moments of great trial? Show Notes Living Through Helene - Crisis Magazine Liturgy of the Land Conference The World-Ending…
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An Insider’s Look at the Annulment Process (Fr. Michael Duesterhaus) - 10/24/24
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10/24/24 - Have you ever had a question about annulments, but didn't know who to ask? Today's show is for you! Fr. Michael Duesterhaus was ordained to the priesthood for the Diocese of Arlington in 1991. He spent 27 years, Active and Reserves, as a Naval Chaplain, mostly serving with units of the U.S. Marine Corps. Father has presented over 125 for…
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The Life and Legacy of Blessed Frédéric Janssoone - Part One (Joanne Wright) - 10/23/24
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10/23/24 - We’ll examine the life of Blessed Frederick Janssoone, a Belgian priest of the Franciscan Order known for his deep spirituality and commitment to serving the poor. Born in a humble village, he dedicated his life to missionary work, particularly in Canada, where he became a prominent figure in the development of the Church.…
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When English Kings Were Catholic (Joseph Pearce) 10/23/24
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We welcome back friend of the show Joseph Pearce to discuss another article from his series in Crisis Magazine on the Unsung Heroes of Christendom. What can we learn from King Canute about ruling with humility, and how can we avoid falling prey to the dangerous temptation of flattery? Show Notes Joseph's Website A King Among Fools and Flatterers - …
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Harnessing the Power of the Catholic Vote (Larry Cirignano) - 10/22/24
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10/22/24 - Larry Cirignano is a long-time pro-life advocate and activist who has been involved in several high-profile legal cases defending religious liberty and free speech. He is the founder of Catholic Vote (later called Catholic Citizenship), a group that seeks to mobilize Catholic voters on issues such as life, marriage, and religious freedom…
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Six Biblical Myths Debunked (Steve Ray) 10/22/24
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We welcome back Steve Ray to discuss his latest article in Catholic Answers about some commonly believed biblical myths. Why correct the record if the popular narrative seems to sound so good? Father finishes with Timely Thoughts. Show Notes 6 'Biblical' Myths Debunked | Catholic Answers Magazine Are you guilty of informational littering? Confirmat…
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What’s Up With the Synod This Time? (Fr. Gerald Murray)
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We welcome back Fr. Gerald Murray of EWTN to discuss the latest news coming from the Synod on Synodality? Why are closed questions being suddenly reopened? Could it be the case that good intentions are being hijacked, or might things really be as bad as they seem? Show Notes Synods | Ipsitilla Synod Proposal Could Give ‘Doctrinal Authority’ to Loca…
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Spiritual Warfare Series - Part Five: Repentance and Reparation (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 10/18/24
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In the final part of our series on spiritual warfare, Father McTeigue discusses hitting spiritual rock bottom, repentance, and the necessity of regularly making a good confession. How can we avoid falling prey to what Father calls the "national anthem of Satan", and why is conversion sometimes so difficult? Father finishes with Weekend Readiness to…
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Spiritual Warfare Series - Part Four: Conscience and Discernment (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 10/17/24
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In the fourth part of our series on spiritual warfare, Father McTeigue discusses the importance of cultivating gratitude in one's routine of spiritual hygiene. How can faithful prayer of the Ignatian Examen help prevent the corrosion of our memory of graces and blessings received? Show Notes The Discernment of Spirits: An Ignatian Guide for Everyda…
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Spiritual Warfare Series - Part Three: Cain vs. Priesthood (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 10/16/24
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In the third part of our series on spiritual warfare, Father McTeigue discusses worship through a look at the offering of Cain. How does offering worship according to our personal preferences rather than what God is owed communicate the wicked worldview of the enemy, "MY will be done"? Show Notes The strategies of Satan, Part 3: The “Cain” tactic G…
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