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In the second hour, host Tim Mosser joined Chris Dodson of the North Dakota Catholic Conference to talk about what has happened so far in this legislative session and what North Dakotans should be watching for when it comes to taking action on future bills. It was then time for our 10-Minute Tour of local events. Jennifer Henderson shared her experience with homeschooling and why it's the right choice for her family. Finally, Patti Armstrong and Meikel Engelhardt spoke about a simple way for ladies in our listening area to prepare for the Lenten journey.

In the first hour, host Tim Mosser began by visiting with Joe Noel about the joys of his 50 years of marriage and the advice he has for those just beginning their lifelong journey. It was then time for our Straight Talk call-in segment. Our guest for the half hour was Fr. Paul Duchschere of the Diocese of Fargo. Listeners asked questions on topics including: what advice Father had for married couples and if a Catholic can attend a non-Catholic worship service without causing scandal.

In the second hour, hosts Heather Karrow and Fr. Tim Smith began by visiting with Dr. David Anders, host of EWTN’s Called to Communion, about what the Church does well and what She can teach other denominations. It was then time for our 10-Minute Tour of local events. Rachael Kramer stopped by to talk about an upcoming event to help support the O'Gorman High School Concert Choir Capers in Sioux Falls. Finally, our hosts spoke with Tom Andrews from the Cathedral of the Holy Trinity in New Ulm, MN about a great opportunity for young pianists to learn more about playing the organ, so they can take their skills to the next level.

In the first hour, hosts Heather Karrow and Fr. Tim Smith were joined by Dr. Chris Burgwald of the Diocese of Sioux Falls to talk about how you can prepare to journey well throughout the coming Lenten season. It was then time for your questions during our Straight Talk segment. Listeners asked questions on topics including: why we can't have a common language among us in the United States and how to communicate the importance of bringing children up in the Catholic faith versus the Protestant faith.

In the second hour, hosts Fr. Richard Kunst and Fr. Ryan Moravitz spoke with Canon lawyer Jenna Cooper about if the Church can excommunicate politicians who go against Church teaching. It was then time for our 10-Minute Tour of local events. Sam Dols spoke about a Baby at Work program and how it makes for joyous work. Finally, Deacon Paul Treinen of the Diocese of New Ulm talked about the importance of married couples going on regular dates.

In the first hour, hosts Fr. Richard Kunst and Fr. Ryan Moravitz began by visiting with Coach Robb Stauber about what it was like for him to win a gold medal in the Olympics with the U.S. Women's Hockey team last year. He also shared how his Catholic faith carried him then and carries him now through each game. It was then time for your calls during our Straight Talk call-in segment. Listeners asked questions on topics including: who the 12 were that Jesus appeared to after the Resurrection, why there is an emphasis on the family line of Esau, what an anti-pope is, if we still do things that bring physical discomfort as a form of penance, and why God lets bad things happen.

In the second hour, host Michael Wilde spoke with Fr. Kyle Metzger, Diocese of Fargo Vocations Director, about how discerning the Lord's call requires us to be free to listen and to be willing to do so. Fr. Metzger also talked about an upcoming Discernment Weekend. It was then time for our 10-Minute Tour of local events. Margaret Mulligan joined our host to talk about a great opportunity for evangelization involving coffee and a parking lot. Finally, Michael spoke with Paul George about what it means to "bear witness" in today's world and the upcoming Men's Conference in the Diocese of Duluth.

In the first hour, host Michael Wilde began by visiting with Todd Tobin about a program that’s helping lead other men and women back to their faith and how there’s one common denominator that triggers the curiosity to pursue Jesus and His Church. It was then time for your questions for Fr. Kurt Farrell of the Diocese of Winona-Rochester during our "Straight Talk" segment. Listeners asked questions on topics including: if you can be Catholic and a Democrat and why Catholics don't say "For Thine is the kingdom, power, and glory."

In the second hour, hosts Brad Gray and Jeanine Bitzan joined John Bradford to talk about what it means to be a man of action and an upcoming opportunity that can help men in the Diocese of Rapid City achieve this. It was then time for our 10-Minute Tour of local events. Glen Gauer joined our hosts to talk about how Mission Blueprint is on the front lines battling to improve our culture. Finally, our hosts spoke with Paula Condol, Executive Director of the Dakota Children’s Advocacy Center, about how we can help our children become more resilient.

In the first hour, hosts Brad Gray and Jeanine Bitzan began by visiting with Chris McKenna about making sure our families are prepared for the good and bad use of technology. It was then time for your calls during our "Straight Talk" call-in segment. Listeners asked the Diocese of Fargo's Msgr. Gregory Schlesselmann questions on topics including: how to approach human formation with Millennials and those of Generation Y, how the process for becoming a deacon in the Fargo Diocese works, and what can be done to deal with pornography in our Catholic middle schools.

In the second hour, hosts Andy Shaw and Fr. Michel Mulloy sat down with Jeff Trumbauer, Principal at St. John’s Academy in Jamestown, ND, to talk about what it means to build knowledge and faith within each student, to build a community of faith, and to build a space in which all of this can happen. Our hosts then took listeners on a 10-Minute Tour of local events. Betsy Kneepkens of the Diocese of Duluth talked about what parents are really sheltering their kids from. Finally, Andy and Fr. Mike joined the Diocese of Duluth's Fr. Joel Hastings to talk about the First Friday Devotion.

In the first hour, hosts Andy Shaw and Fr. Michel Mulloy joined Tim Weisz, President of the Roncalli Catholic School System in Aberdeen, SD, to talk about what makes Roncalli unique when it comes to Catholic education. It was then time for your questions during our "Straight Talk" call-in segment. This time, listeners asked questions on topics including: if the United States is heading towards a "fall of Rome" moment, how New York could pass such a terrible bill for killing babies, how our nation can stay Heaven-focused, and if South Dakota should boycott the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.

In the second hour, hosts Brad Gray and Fr. Charles LaCroix joined Fr. Matt Schmitz of Sacred Heart School in East Grand Forks, MN to talk about the activities they have planned throughout Catholic Schools Week. Our hosts then took listeners on a 10-Minute Tour of local events. Dr. Jared Ostermann took us on a journey through time to get more acquainted with our liturgical music. Finally, Brad and Fr. Charles spoke with the Diocese of New Ulm's Bishop John LeVoir about the importance of Catholic education in the home, since parents are to be the primary educators of their children when it comes to our faith.

In the first hour, hosts Brad Gray and Fr. Charles LaCroix began by visiting with Valerie Vogel, Principal at St. Joseph School in Mandan, ND, about the many pro-life activities her students are involved with and how being involved with these bolsters their faith-filled education. DeAnn Scheeler then joined our hosts to talk about Many Gifts, One Nation: A Day of Giving to Catholic Schools. Finally, it was time for your questions during our "Straight Talk" call-in segment with Fr. Charles.

In the second hour, host Nathan Sather joined Fr. Dominic Bouck and Alli Schumacher of St. Mary’s Central High School in Bismarck to talk about their chances at winning this year's Know Your Faith Competition. Nathan then took listeners on a 10-Minute Tour of local events. Bryan Wilburn and Fr. James Cheney from St. Paul's Newman Center in Fargo stopped by to give us an update on their major project which will better serve the needs of Catholic students at North Dakota State University. Finally, Nathan visited with Dr. David Anders, host of EWTN’s Called to Communion, about if there are things we, as Catholics, can learn from other faith denominations and the upcoming fundraising banquet in Duluth.

In the first hour, host Nathan Sather began by visiting with Deacon Mike Leman of the Diocese of Cheyenne about some bills that could arise during Wyoming’s legislative session, which could have a significant impact on Catholics. It was then time for our "Straight Talk" call-in segment with special guest Fr. Charles LaCroix, Chaplain at Shanley High School in Fargo.

In the second hour, Brandon Clark, RPR Programming Coordinator, joined Fr. Doug Krebs and Mason Hedberg from Bishop Ryan Catholic School in Minot, ND to talk about the bond between Catholic schools around our listening area and the upcoming Know Your Faith Competition. Our host then took listeners on a 10-Minute Tour of local events. Fr. Jason Kern of the Diocese of Winona-Rochester spoke about the importance of finding silence in our busy and over-stimulated lives. Finally, Thomas Eskro, Director of Evangelization and Discipleship at Sacred Heart Church in Aberdeen, joined Brandon to talk about the New Evangelization, what it is, and how we are all called to this mission.

In the first hour, Brandon Clark, RPR Programming Coordinator, spoke with Jason Adkins of the Minnesota Catholic Conference about the upcoming Catholics at the Capitol event in February. It was then time for our "Straight Talk" call-in segment with special guest Fr. Mark Lichter from Sacred Heart Church in Aberdeen, SD.

In the second hour, hosts Brad Gray and Jeanine Bitzan began by visiting with Fr. Kregg Hochhalter and Jake Daniel of Trinity High School in Dickinson, ND about this year's Know Your Faith Competition. Our hosts then took listeners on our 10-Minute Tour of local events. Fr. John Paul Trask and Jens Christensen gave us a preview of the 2019 Men in Black Basketball Game in the Diocese of Rapid City. Finally, Nora Boesem and Jim Kinyon of Catholic Social Services in Rapid City talked about the effects of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder and how they are trying to help those who are giving care to children with it.

In the first hour, hosts Brad Gray and Jeanine Bitzan began by visiting with Johnnette Williams, host of EWTN's Women of Grace, about finding joy after losing a spouse and the upcoming RPR Fargo Fundraising Banquet. It was then time for our "Straight Talk" segment, where listeners had a chance to call in with or Facebook their questions for Fr. Scott Karnik of the Diocese of Fargo.