Come listen to the incredible conclusion of the story of Venerable Father Patrick Peyton! In today’s episode we’ll hear how he started his radio program and enlisted nearly every Hollywood star to help him! Father Peyton went onto air ten thousand different radio and television broadcasts and even established his own production company, Family Theater. Come listen in to hear how Mary’s “little donkey” brought her message to the millions. And make sure to watch the incredible documentary on hi...
Today, we will hear the tale of a simple, hard working Irishman who changed the world with his devotion to Our Blessed Mother and the rosary. Father Patrick Peyton, C.S.C. spent his life championing the power of prayer through his rosary crusades in forty countries drawing a total of 28 million people together in prayer. Through his passionate work, he became known and loved by millions. But, through it all he remained a simple, humble and devoted man of God, and committed the entirety of his...
"Nothing is far from God" Have you ever heard the quote "You have made us for yourself, O Lord, and our heart is restless until it rests in you."? Or what about "To fall in love with God is the greatest romance; to seek Him, the greatest adventure and to find Him, the greatest human achievement"? These beautiful quotes are from the incredible Saint, Augustine of Hippo. And before he was a saint, Augustine was nothing short of a ruffian and rebel. It was only by the grace of God that he went o...
“You ask me whether I am in good spirits. How could I not be so? As long as faith gives me strength I will always be joyful!” In some ways, Pier Giorgio lived a simple and ordinary life - but he lived it with the strength, charity and heroism of a saint. And that is what made all the difference. Tune in today to hear the rest of the story of the man who is calling us all to the heights! Parental Guidance: True to the story of Pier Giorgio, there is a part of the story where he fight...
“Verso L’Alto!” Today, we will hear our first episode about the life of someone still on their way to sainthood! And as it so happens, this Blessed will become a Saint next year! His seemingly simple story of holy friendship, generosity and zeal for Christ has spread throughout the world and he is known and loved by many of you, our listeners. So, come listen to Luciana tell the story of her brother, the explosion of joy himself: Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati.Please rate, review and shar...
“I need nothing but God and to lose myself in the heart of Jesus” In today’s episode, we’ll meet Jane and Sarah: two sisters taking refuge in an English convent during the second world war. Though they are surrounded by the confusion and fear of war, they find solace and hope when Sister Evelyn tells them the incredible story of Saint Margaret Mary Alacoque. Come listen with Jane and Sarah and learn more about the beauty and peace found in Jesus’ Sacred Heart. Parental Guidance Note...
"To always be close to Jesus, that is my life plan." - Blessed Carlo AcutisIn our first episode today, we’ll meet Carlo and discover one of his favorite pastimes: telling stories of Eucharistic Miracles. Listen in as Carlo tells the incredible true story of the wave that nearly decimated the small island of Tumaco and the miracle that saved everyone.This is the first episode in our Hallow exclusive series on Eucharistic Miracles: Eucharist Alive. To hear three more exciting, moving and real s...
“Whatever God wants” Today, we bring you the story of an ordinary mother who had a zealous love for life and the souls she encountered. Saint Gianna lived a simple life as a wife, mother and doctor and found Christ by making every moment holy. Many remember Gianna for her heroism in the final days of her life, but the reality is that she lived a life of heroic love the entirety of her life. That is what made her a saint, and what makes this story the type of adventure that can only be fo...
In today’s episode, we’ll enter into the story of the most solemn day of our church year: The Crucifixion and death of our Lord Jesus Christ. Immerse yourself in this day through the eyes of Saint Veronica and hear the story of God giving His only begotten Son for us all. Recommended for families with kids ages 8+This episode is part of the Hallow Triduum Series, Through Their Eyes: a radio drama mini-series to immerse you and your family in the very heart of Christ, through the eyes of those...
“Be strong and let your heart take courage, all you who wait for the Lord” - Psalm 31In this episode of Saints and the Spirit, Mia will learn about the gift of fortitude. And what better story to teach fortitude than the legend of Saint George and the dragon! Listen in to hear a tale of a brave knight, his noble steed and a dragon determined to win. This is one you don’t want to miss! Please rate, review and share with friends and family! Saints Alive is brought to you by the #1 Catholic...
Happy Ash-Valentines Day! We are so excited for all of you to hear our first episode in our Lenten kids series: Saints and the Spirit. In today's episode you'll meet 9 year old, Mia who is feeling a little overwhelmed with what to do for Lent. That is until she comes up with the idea to learn about the 7 gifts of the Holy Spirit for the 7 weeks of Lent! In this episode, she'll enter into the story of Saint Valentine to learn about the gift of counsel.The entire series will be exclusively on H...
“For those with faith no evidence is necessary for those without it no evidence will suffice” -Saint Thomas Aquinas In our last episode, we heard about how young Saint Thomas Aquinas was imprisoned by his family, freed by friars, proved himself in Cologne, and went on to study at the best institute at that time: the University of Paris. Let's listen in and hear how he became one of the most influential Catholic thinkers of all time! Please rate, review and share with friends and fam...
“Wonder is the desire for knowledge” - St. Thomas Aquinas Saint Thomas Aquinas was one of the most influential theologians and philosophers of all time. Even though he lived over 700 years ago, his work is still very much alive in the faith we practice today. Despite the countless writings we have from him, he never wrote anything about himself! We decided it was time to tell this brilliant, humble saint’s story. Listen in today to the first part of this remarkable saint’s adventure!&nbs...
"Listen, put it into your heart, my youngest and dearest son, that the thing that disturbs you, the thing that afflicts you, is nothing. Do not let your countenance, your heart be disturbed." - Our Lady of Guadalupe When we last left our story, the Bishop was doubtful that Juan Diego's message from Our Lady was true. He asked for a sign that it was truly the Mother of God who had sent him. Will Juan Diego receive a sign? Will the Bishop believe him? Hear the rest of the incredible story...
“I am a nobody. I am a small rope, a tiny ladder, the tail end, a leaf…and you send me to a place I would never visit.” - Saint Juan Diego In the year 1531 in the city of Mexico a man named Juan met Our Lady. He was a simple, humble farmer but knew that he had been entrusted with the message from Our Lady for a reason. Will he carry out his promise to Our Lady? Will the Bishop believe him? Find out in this incredible new episode on Saint Juan Diego! Please rate, review and share wit...
"A single act of humility is worth more than the proud exhibition of any virtue" - Saint Mother CabriniToday we will hear the rest of the story of Saint Mother Cabrini! When we last left off, Mother Cabrini had just been given permission to go to Rome to meet the Pope! Tune in today to listen along with Emma and find out what happens next! Please rate, review and share with friends and family! Saints Alive is brought to you by the #1 Catholic Prayer App, Hallow! Sign up today ...
“I will go anywhere and do anything in order to communicate the love of Jesus to those who do not know Him or have forgotten Him.” - Saint Mother CabriniEmma doesn't feel close to the saints. In fact, she couldn't feel more distant! So many saints were older than Emma and lived far away from her home in Colorado - how can she relate? Thankfully, her teacher, Sister Maggie, knows just the saint story Emma needs to hear: Saint Mother Cabrini. It's one filled with adventure, hope and trust in ou...
“Freedom consists not in doing what we like, but in having the right to do what we ought.” -Saint Pope John Paul IISaints Alive presents the final installment of our three part series on Saint Pope John Paul the Great! In today’s episode, we’ll hear about the power of John Paul’s forgiveness, friendship with Mother Teresa and his love for his flock to the very end. We’ll also hear the conclusion of Paul’s story and his new found inspiration from the saint he was named after! Tune in today - t...
“It is Jesus that you seek when you dream of happiness; He is waiting for you when nothing else you find satisfies.” - Saint Pope John Paul IIWhen we last left our story, Karol had lost his entire family and narrowly escaped capture by the Nazis and Paul was just days away from his big performance! So, how does Karol go from studying for seminary in secret to becoming one of the most famous people in the world as Pope? Will Paul be able to pull off his lines for the dress rehearsal? Tun...
New episode!"I plead with you -- never, ever give up on hope, never doubt, never tire, and never become discouraged. Be not afraid." - Saint John Paul IIMore than anything else, Paul wants to be an actor. But when he gets up on stage, he can't remember his lines! Thankfully, his theater director, Ms Wyman, knows just the story (and the saint) to guide him through his stage fright. Come listen with Paul to the beginning of Saints Alive's first three part episode on the incredible l...
Mona Peterson
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Jenn Ross
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