Red-c Roundup

This week on RED-C Roundup our host Pam Marvin visited with Megan Silas, former host of this show and cohost with Pam of the Shoulder 2 Shoulder Podcast produced by RED-C Catholic Radio.  Pam and Megan spoke this week about how the role of the papacy has had an impact on their personal lives. The discussion was framed through the lens of both Pam and Megan’s conversions to the Catholic Faith. Both discussed this also in reflection of the life and teachings of Pope Benedict XVI, who recently passed to his eternal reward. 

This week on RED-C Roundup our host Dr. Thaddeus Romansky visited with Kevin Pesek, Director of Faith Formation at St. Mary’s Catholic Center in College Station.  Thaddeus and Kevin spoke in this episode about the life and teachings of Pope Benedict XVI.  They began by pondering the essential encyclicals, writings, and homilies by Pope Benedict.  They continued by recalling the multiple ways that Pope Benedict and his teachings impacted their personal journey of Faith.  Kevin and Thaddeus also spent some time comparing the three potificates of Pope John Paul II, Pope Benedict XVI, and Pope Francis. The final part of their discussion was on various aspects of the Faith, including sacraments, grace, living what the Church teaches, prayer, conversion, the Blessed Virgin Mary, and loving Christ with our whole heart, and Pope Benedict’s teaching and perspective on each.

In this week's episode of RED-C Roundup, host Deacon Mike Beauvais visited with Wyatt Parlow, 4th year seminarian for the Diocese of Austin.  Deacon Mike had Wyatt first talk about his faith life growing up in his home and his parish, followed by his first call to the priesthood in his first year of college.  Next, they spoke about his next steps after receiving the initial call, including his visit with a local priest, as well as his parents.  Finally, they discussed seminary life and what his challenges and rewards are in living this life.

On Wednesday, December 14, 2022, Dr. Thaddeus Romansky interviewed Jeremiah and Michaela Harrison about the publication of their Fiat traditional Catholic planner. Thaddeus was joined by his wife, Robyn, an expert in Catholic planners and time management resources. The Harrisons have created a work of art and an aid for liturgical living that also happens to be a smart, practical tool for time management and family organization. Purchase your copy at sophiainstitute.com and learn more about their other works of art by visiting liturgyathome.org. And when choosing between the values of heaven and the values of earth, always round up.

In today's episode, our host, Deacon Mike Beauvais, visited with Fr. Greg Gerhart, the Vocations Director for the Diocese of Austin.  Deacon Mike and Fr. Greg discussed first his own personal vocations story, including his original call to the priesthood and the joys and challenges that led to his ordination, and his own vocation as a pries today.  They also spoke about the role of the Vocations Director in a diocese, and how the office of vocations promotes the universal call to holiness of all Christians and highlights the unique calls to the priesthood and religious life.  

This week on RED-C Roundup, our host, Pam Marvin, visited with Rodney Boehm, fertility care practitioner in College Station, and Christopher and Amber Alejandro, natural family planning (NFP) clients and advocates. In this episode, Pam spoke to our guests about NFP and why it is important. They spoke about what NFP and naprotechnology are, why it is becoming so popular, and what the benefits are.  They spoke about the different methods, and the technology behind each method. Lastly, success stories and testimonies were shared, as well as the challenges of using NFP.  The episode wrapped up with the group discussing why they recommend using Natural Family Planning and NaproTechnology. Remember, when choosing between the values of heaven and the values of earth, always round up.

This week on RED-C Roundup our host Dr. Thaddeus Romansky visited with Michael Raia, founder and president of Studioio Liturgical Design and Consulting, and liturgical designer expert on sacred church architecture. Thaddeus and Michael first spoke about the Feast Day of the Dedication of St. John Lateran and it’s significance in the area of church architecture. This was followed by a discussion of Sacrosanctum Concilium and it’s guidelines on sacred art and architecture.   The final points of discussion were on the sacred art and architecture of the building and design of the new St. Mary’s Catholic Church in College Station, just outside of the RED-C Catholic Radio studios. 

This week on RED-C Roundup our host Deacon Mike Beauvais visited with Tom Nash, internationally renowned Catholic apologist, speaker, and writer. Tom works with EWTN, Catholic Answers, the National Catholic Register, Catholic World Report, Ave Maria Radio, and many more organizations.  Tom was in studio for this episode to talk about his endeavors and what brought him to our RED-C listening area. Tom also shared a little about the life of a Catholic apologist, and what his favorite aspect of this is. Deacon Mike also spoke with Tom about his most recent books, specifically 20 Answers: The Rosary, What Did Jesus Do? The Biblical Roots of the Catholic Church, and Biblical Roots of the Mass. 

On this episode of RED-C Roundup, host Judy Comeaux visits with Sheera Helms, Director of the Elizabeth House Maternity Home.  Judy and Sheera spoke about the day to day operations and needs of the Elizabeth House, as well as the needs of the organization, which recently was blessed with the opportunity to open their second house.  Sheera shared stories of the ladies who are helped by the Elizabeth House and the impact that their stays have had on the ladies and their entire families.

This week on RED-C Roundup our host Thaddeus Romansky visited with Katy Faust, Founder and Director of Them Before Us, which is a global movement defending children’s right to their mother and father. Thaddeus and Katy spoke extensively about her organization’s work to put children before adults in every conversation about marriage and family. Them Before Us seeks to prioritize the rights of children in the culture and courtroom, the personal and the public.  Katy Faust is one of the most well-rounded experts in this area, and this straightforward interview cuts against the grain of the current anti-family, anti-marriage, and anti-life culture in our country today. More information can be found at: https://thembeforeus.com.

This week on RED-C Roundup our host Deacon Mike Beauvais visited with J. Budziszewski, professor of government and philosophy at the University of Texas, Austin, where he has taught since 1981. Professor Budziszewski specializes in ethics, political philosophy and the interaction of these two fields with religion and theology.  Deacon Mike first spoke with Professor Budziszewski about his new book, How and How Not to be Happy, in which he draws on decades of study to dispel the myths and wishful thinking that blind people from uncovering lasting fulfillment.  Deacon Mike‘s interview questions help J. Budziszewski explore his life history and his teaching experiences now, and how the listener can attain happiness—and just as importantly, how not to.

This week on RED-C Roundup our host Judy Comeaux visited with Fr. Will Rooney, Parochial Vicar at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Bryan. Judy and Fr. Will spoke about his life and vocation story, as well as his current assignment at St. Joseph’s Parish. Fr. Will also spoke about sabbaticals and the reason for them and what their value is for a priest as well as his congregation. Lastly, the topics of Apostolic pardon and the anointing of the sick were discussed - what these entail and how they are distinct, as well as the role they play in the life of the Church and the Faithful. 

This week on RED-C Roundup our host Pam Marvin and guest cohost Robye Harvey visited with Immaculée Ilibagiza, author of multiple books and survivor of the Rwandan Holocaust. Pam and Robye spoke with Immaculée about her first book, Left to Tell: Discovering God Amidst the Rwandan Holocaust, and about the power of prayer and forgiveness. Specifically she mentions in this episode, “when you pray for your enemies, you rob them of their power!”  Today, Immaculée is regarded as one of world's leading speakers on faith, hope and forgiveness. She has shared this universal message with world leaders, school children, multinational corporations, churches, and at events and conferences around the world. Immaculée will be leading a retreat in Central Texas on October 7/8 at St. Mary's Catholic Church of the Assumption in West, TX. Register at: https://www.immaculee.com/collections/retreats/products/fullerton-ne-retreat-october-7-8-2022-with-immaculee.

In this episode of RED-C Roundup, host Thaddeus Romansky visited with Jennifer Allmon, Executive Director of the Texas Catholic Conference of Bishops (TCCB).  Jennifer and Thaddeus discussed the history and purpose of the TCCB and she shared some personal information about her family and Faith background, as well as her career path to the TCCB.  Next, they spoke about some current topics of interest to the TCCB, specifically: their efforts to help the Catholic Church in Texas recover from abuse scandals and to protect the vulnerable; the upcoming vote on the parental choice bill and education; the life issues (abortion, euthanasia, IVF, surrogate motherhood); immigration (the Catholic witness and teaching which challenges both political perspectives); and marriage and family (marriage between one woman and one man; children having a right to their mother and father; developing a vocabulary and argument to convince non-Catholics of good will).  Tune in for an engaging and lively conversation on many critical i

This week on RED-C Roundup our host Deacon Mike Beauvais visited with Fr. Timothy Vaverick, Pastor of St. Mary’s Church of the Assumption in West, Texas.  Deacon Mike first spoke with Fr. Timothy about his call to the priesthood during his time in college as a Physics major at Texas State University. The remainder of the interview focused on Fr. Timothy’s newest book, As I Have Loved You: Rediscovering Our Salvation in Christ.  In his book, Fr. Timothy Vaverek explores the core message of the gospel as salvation in Christ. Why did God become man? What does it mean to be saved?  Fr. Timothy offers a biblical and Catholic response to these questions by illuminating the essential themes of the economy of salvation.

This week on RED-C Roundup our host Judy Comeaux visited with John Paci, Director of the CCCTX Bryan Office and with Brooke Swate, Director of Disaster Response for Catholic Charities of Central Texas.  John and Brooke visited with Judy in this show about disaster preparedness and response, and how CCCTX is poised to help in response to disasters in Central Texas, and beyond. The guests also spoke about September being disaster preparedness month and what CCCTX has planned for this month. Future plans of Catholic Charities in general were discussed, as well as ways the listener can support the mission of CCCTX.  

This week on RED-C Roundup our host Pam Marvin visited with Aine Fitzgerald, Campaign Director for 40 Days for Life in Waco, TX.  Aine visited with Pam in this show about her reversion to the Faith and the beginnings of her involvement and leadership in the pro-life movement.  Aine spoke about her moving from Ireland to Houston, San Antonio, Corpus Christi, and finally to Waco Texas.  Aine and Pam also spoke about her current leadership with 40 Days For Life in Central Texas and about the upcoming prayer and fasting campaign beginning on September 27th. Aine lives her life as a true disciple who cares about everyone involved in the abortion debate, including the baby, the mother, as well as the leadership on the pro-abortion side, including the abortionists!  

This week on RED-C Roundup our host Pam Marvin visited with Brian Baudoin and Bryce Kennison from Ablaze Ministries to talk about youth ministry in today's society.  Brian Baudoin serves as the Local Mission Coordinator for Ablaze in Bryan, and Bryce Kennison serves as an Ablaze Missionary at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Bryan.  All spoke about the tremendous need for evangelization, catechesis, and community that youth ministry provides for families and their children.  The challenges of youth ministry in today's culture was discussed, and the triumphs of reaching youth in their environment and on a one-to-one basis was shared.  Brian and Bryce also spoke about the multiple ministry programs that Ablaze is engaged in for youth, families and married couples, as well.

This week on RED-C Roundup our host Dr. Thaddeus Romansky visited with Adam Brill, Liturgical Coordinator at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church in College Station, TX.  Adam and Thaddeus visited in this show about the beauty of the Eucharist, and the current years of Eucharistic Revival that we are in, both in our Austin Diocese, as well as in our United States. Also discussed in this episode were Eucharistic miracles and stories through the ages about how the Eucharist has sustained peoples and even entire nations through times of persecution and strife. Finally, Thaddeus and Adam visited about how we can grow in our faith and belief in the most Holy Eucharist. 

This week on RED-C Roundup our host Deacon Mike Beauvais visited with Dr. Randall Smith, Full Professor with tenure in the Department of Philosophy at the University of St. Thomas in Houston, Texas.  Dr. Smith’s interests include moral theology, patristic and medieval theology, ancient and medieval philosophy, faith and culture, as well as Theology and science. Deacon Mike spoke with Dr. Smith about his insight on the topic of morality, natural law and dialogue in a relativistic culture.  Our host lastly spoke with our guest about his recent article in The Catholic Thing, entitled The Chicago Way vs. The Catholic Way.