Welcome to this inspiring episode of Catholic Conversations on Catholic Spirit Radio. Join host Paul Garcia as he sits down with two extraordinary guests: Father Julius Taranwa, the founder of St. Patrick Nursery and Primary School in Uganda, and John Grilio, president of Building Hope in Kids Uganda.

Discover how Father Julius's dream of breaking generational poverty through education has become a reality, thanks to the support of local parishes in Central Illinois. Learn about the challenges, triumphs, and incredible impact of the St. Patrick Nursery and Primary School.

Father Julius and John share heartwarming stories of sacrifice, resilience, and the transformative power of education. Find out how you can contribute to this noble mission and help provide a brighter future for children in Uganda.

Tune in for an inspiring conversation that highlights the power of faith, community, and generosity in creating meaningful change in the world.

https://www.buildinghopeinkids.org/

Welcome to Good News on Catholic Spirit Radio, hosted by Deacon Al Lundy, a permanent deacon in the Peoria Diocese. This engaging program is designed for teens and almost teens to explore the relevance of the gospel of Jesus Christ in their daily lives and to find answers to their questions about faith and religion.

In this episode, Deacon Al discusses the importance of being actively involved in your community, especially in the context of the upcoming elections. Drawing from his own experiences growing up in a household filled with moral lessons, he emphasizes the significance of taking responsibility for the quality of your community and encourages everyone to vote.

Deacon Al also delves into the weekend's Mass readings, highlighting the messages from the prophet Isaiah, the Apostle James, and the Gospel of Mark. He explains how these scriptures remind us of the trials and perseverance required in our faith journey, the necessity of coupling faith with works, and the call to follow Christ even through hardships.

Tune in to learn how the teachings of the gospel can influence your life today and how you can live out your faith through actions. Don't miss this insightful episode that ties together the importance of community involvement, scriptural wisdom, and the pursuit of joy in Christ.

Email your questions to Deacon AL: goodnews@catholicspiritradio.org

Welcome to Truth Culture Life with Royce Hood! Thank you for tuning in to Catholic Spirit Radio. In this episode, Royce shares some big upcoming changes and exciting news for the show.

Royce will be taking a brief hiatus from radio, with plans to return in mid-October to launch Season 3 of Truth Culture Life from Florida. During this time, he will be working closely with Father Orsi and the Action for Life organization to produce television programs, radio shows, podcasts, and events supporting pro-life causes in Southwest Florida.

Additionally, Royce discusses the ongoing Incorruptible Speaking Tour and provides an update on the documentary about Sister Wilhelmina Lancaster, including recent findings from a medical examination of her remains. With plans to produce more narrative scenes for the documentary, Royce emphasizes the importance of community support to bring the project to completion.

Stay tuned for Season 3 of Truth Culture Life, coming in October, which promises to bring enhanced production value and expanded syndication with Action for Life. Follow Royce on social media for the latest updates and don't miss the exciting new chapter of Truth Culture Life!