Father Chris Alar, MIC, explains the history of the Ark of the Covenant, why it is so important, and the connection between Mary and the Ark of the Covenant (typology).  

Pope Benedict XVI wrote extensively on what is called the three non-negotiables when it comes to casting your vote - so, what are they? Father Chris Alar, MIC, explains that while we are not single-issue voters, the contrary to these can never be allowed. Then hear the inspiring story of a crisis pregnancy organization in Scranton, Pennsylvania, working hard to support pregnant women.

Saint Stephen, whose feast day we celebrate on Dec. 26, is one of the first ordained deacons of the Church and the first Christian martyr we read about in the Bible. Father Chris Alar, MIC, explains the clerical state of the diaconate, and reminds us that Catholic priests are also ordained deacons. Then Fr. Mark Baron, MIC, sits down with Bishop William Byrne of the Diocese of Springfield, Massachusetts, to discuss the true meaning of Christmas.