Hey Everybody! It's Fr. Edward - Episodes Tagged with “Mary”

Episode 149: Stories about Mother Angelica from a Friar Who Knew Her with Fr. Joseph Mary Wolfe, MFVA

Fr. Edward Looney — Mon, 23 May 2022 02:00:00 -0400

Fr. Edward Looney speaks with Fr. Joseph Mary Wolfe, a Franciscan Missionary of the Eternal Word who left his career to help Mother Angelica with the network and who then eventually became an EWTN priest. In this conversation breaking down lesson four of Fr. Looney's book How They Love Mary, Fr. Joseph shares memories from his life working alongside Mother Angelica.

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Episode 143: Sister Patricia is a Nun following in the Footsteps of Venerable Maria of Agreda

Fr. Edward Looney — Thu, 28 Apr 2022 03:00:00 -0400

Fr. Edward recently visited Spain and had the opportunity to visit Agreda and venerate the incorrupt body of Venerable Maria of Agreda, celebrate Mass in the monastery, and interview Sister Patricia about life in the convent founded Venerable Maria of Agreda.

Fr. Edward is reading the Mystical City of God in a Year though a podcast, available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Anchor.fm/mysticalcity.

Episode 140: He Knew Father Stu in Real Life with Fr. Bart Tolleson

Fr. Edward Looney — Thu, 14 Apr 2022 03:00:00 -0400

The Catholic world is all a buzz about Father Stu, the new movie starring Mark Wahlberg who plays Father Stuart Long. Father Stu is a moving film about a man who overcame all odds to become a priest. Mark Wahlberg portrays Father Stu, but Fr. Bart Tolleson knew him in real life and joins Fr. Edward Looney today to share stories about his friend.

Learn more about the movie: https://www.fatherstumovie.com/

Episode 137: What it takes to Publish a Book and the Value of Spiritual Reading (especially during Lent and Holy Week) with Kristen Van Uden

Fr. Edward Looney — Mon, 28 Mar 2022 02:00:00 -0400

Kristen Van Uden works for Sophia Institute Press and serves as spokesperson for deceased authors of classical works. In this episode, she speaks with Fr. Edward Looney about the process of getting a book published and the value of spiritual reading. They focus on three books perfect for Lent and Holy Week. It's still not too late to begin spiritual reading this Lent.

The books we talked about:
https://www.sophiainstitute.com/products/item/what-jesus-saw-from-the-cross
https://www.sophiainstitute.com/products/item/the-pain-of-christ-and-the-sorrow-of-god
https://www.sophiainstitute.com/products/item/33-years-in-the-holy-land

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Episode 136: The Messages Received by Joseph Terelya in a Ukrainian Marian Apparition with Michael Lichens

Fr. Edward Looney — Thu, 24 Mar 2022 02:00:00 -0400

Fr. Edward Looney talks with Catholic Exchange Editor Michael Lichens about a 1987 Marian apparition that occurred in Ukraine with a message about forgiveness, the state of evil in the world, and a call to pray for Russia. Learn about this apparition and others with the coffee table book "The World of Marian Apparitions" by Wincenty Laszewski and published by Sophia Institute Press.

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Episode 135: The Devotion of Ukrainians to Mary with Dr. Richard Lenar

Fr. Edward Looney — Mon, 21 Mar 2022 03:00:00 -0400

Dr. Richard Lenar wrote his doctoral dissertation at the International Marian Research Institute on the Marian Devotion of Ukrainian Catholics, utilizing a special collection at the Marian Library. Dr. Lenar shares his wealth of knowledge about Ukrainian history with Fr. Edward in this conversation.

Read Dr. Lenar's dissertation: https://udayton.edu/imri/resources/docpdf/with-the-bohoroditsa-and-her-pokrov-to-liberation.pdf

More Information from the Marian Library: https://udayton.edu/marianlibrary/collections/ukrainian-marian-collection.php

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How They Love Mary: https://www.sophiainstitute.com/products/item/how-they-love-mary

Episode 134: How Dan Venezia Became Devoted to the Rosary During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Fr. Edward Looney — Thu, 17 Mar 2022 03:00:00 -0400

Dan Venezia was one of the first people in New York who came down with Covid-19. Hospitalized during Holy Week, he turned to prayer, and through television, he began praying the rosary with Mother Angelica on EWTN. In this episode, Dan shares his passion, love, and devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary.

Learn more about Dan: https://danvenezia.com/; https://www.coachdan.com/
Buy his book: https://amazon.com/Surviving-COVID-19-Faith-Fitness-Hydroxychloroquine/dp/1642937487/

Listen to last year's Covid-19 episode: https://howtheylovemary.fireside.fm/maryduringcovid

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How They Love Mary: https://www.sophiainstitute.com/products/item/how-they-love-mary

Episode 132: The Message, Prophecies, and Miracles of Garabandal with Glenn Hudson

Fr. Edward Looney — Mon, 07 Mar 2022 03:00:00 -0500

A few years ago, Fr. Edward Looney learned about Garabandal through a movie that he the chance to see. At the time he was skeptical about the phenomena, but recently he has been growing in devotion and appreciation of this 1960s Spanish Marian apparition. Today, he speaks with Glenn Hudson about all things Garabandal. Take a listen, hear the story, and judge for yourself.

The Mesasge of Garabandal Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/163674987784

Fr. Edward's Books:

A Lenten Journey with Mother Mary: https://www.sophiainstitute.com/products/item/lenten-journey-with-mother-mary

How They Love Mary: https://www.sophiainstitute.com/products/item/how-they-love-mary

Episode 124: Jesus and Mary Care About Your Mental Health with Colin Nykaza

Fr. Edward Looney — Mon, 17 Jan 2022 03:00:00 -0500

Colin Nykaza discovered his devotional life aided his struggles with mental health. By turning to Our Lady and the Divine Mercy, he found heavenly help with anxiety and ocd. In this conversation with Fr. Edward Looney, the two discuss The Chosen, Dorothy Day, Young Adult Ministry, and how devotionalism aids mental health.

Colin's work: https://catholicnyc.com/
Colin's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mercyandourlady/

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Episode 117: Was Mary an Unwed Mother? with Stephanie Landsem

Fr. Edward Looney — Mon, 06 Dec 2021 08:00:00 -0500

Fr. Edward Looney speaks with author Stephanie Landsem about an article of hers which she explains the marriage of Joseph and Mary and corrects a common error in talking. She also shares about her books of biblical fiction.

Episode 116: Two Devotees of Our Lady's Apparition in Beauraing Discuss the Significance of the Apparition

Fr. Edward Looney — Mon, 29 Nov 2021 04:00:00 -0500

Fr. Edward Looney learned of the Belgian apparition in Beauraing many years ago. In 2015 he visited the site of the apparition. And he has included the apparition in many of his books including "A Lenten Journey with Mother Mary." In this week's episode, Fr. Looney discusses Our Lady's apparitions with Andrew Rabel, a social media follower who messaged Fr. Looney about Beauraing. Andrew is a wealth of knowledge about the apparition and on today's episode you will hear a passionate conversation.

Episode 114: A Shrine to Mother Cabrini Nestled Among the High Rises in Downtown Chicago with Sr. Bridget Zanin, MSC

Fr. Edward Looney — Mon, 15 Nov 2021 03:00:00 -0500

St. Frances Xavier Cabrini founded a missionary order of religious sisters and she made her way to the United States, arriving first in New York, journeying to Colorado, and living out the remainder of her life in Chicago. Today, the National Shrine welcomes pilgrims to learn about this saintly woman and ask for her prayers. Sr. Bridget shares the story of Mother Cabrini, the miracles that led her to beatification and canonization, and her importance today on this week's conversation with Fr. Edward Looney.

The National Shrine's Website: https://www.cabrininationalshrine.org/

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Episode 113: How St. Thomas Aquinas Can Help You Understand the Last Things with Dr. Kevin Vost

Fr. Edward Looney — Mon, 08 Nov 2021 04:00:00 -0500

Death, judgement, Heaven, and Hell, these are the four last things. I've always had lots of questions about them, especially the second coming. I was delighted to speak with Dr. Kevin Vost who answered the many questions I had, and will offer a great lesson for you today.

Buy his book: https://www.sophiainstitute.com/products/item/aquinas-on-the-four-last-things

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Episode 112: A Shrine to Our Lady Dedicated to Praying for the Dead

Fr. Edward Looney — Mon, 01 Nov 2021 04:00:00 -0400

A magnificent church graces the French countryside and is a place where people pray to Our Lady of Deliverance for the souls of their beloved dead. Learn the story of the shrine and devotions you can pray even if you aren't nearby in France.

Visit the Shrine website: https://montligeon.org/en/

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Episode 111: Meet Sister Faustina, A Sister of Charity of Our Lady, Mother of the Church

Fr. Edward Looney — Mon, 25 Oct 2021 04:00:00 -0400

Sister Faustina discovered her religious community by attending the Institute on Religious Life conference each year. Hear her vocation sister and learn more about her religious order that is dedicated to Our Lady.

Learn more: https://sistersofcharity.com/

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Episode 110: How to Make Christ the Center of Your Rosary Prayer while Understanding the Paradoxes of the Rosary with Dr. James Papandrea

Fr. Edward Looney — Mon, 18 Oct 2021 05:00:00 -0400

Dr. James Papandrea is a professor of Church History at a Protestant Seminary but as a faithful Catholic his goal is to make sure we understand how Christ is central to the Marian prayer of the rosary. Listen in on today's conversation between Fr. Edward Looney and Dr. James Papandrea to deepen your rosary meditation.

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Episode 109: Mary's Role in the Pro-Life Movement with Fr. Frank Pavone

Fr. Edward Looney — Mon, 11 Oct 2021 04:00:00 -0400

Fr. Frank Pavone has been a pro-life leader for decades and has advocated for the end of abortion and the protection of all human life. He speaks with Fr. Edward Looney about his pro-life work and how he has seen Mary's presence in the movement.

In this episode, Fr. Frank will share

How he began his pro-life work
How to find healing after an abortion
Why October is Respect Life Month
How to pray and meditate on the rosary mysteries with the Pro-Life message
The meaning of Our Lady of Guadalupe
Why all live is worth living and advancing the pro-life movement against euthanasia
His role and involvement with the Terri Schiavo case
The witness of parents caring for disabled children
Could Roe vs. Wade be overturned?
How you can get involved in the pro-life movement

Links Fr. Frank references:
https://abortionforgiveness.com/
https://prayercampaign.org/
https://prolifeprayers.com/
https://silentnomoreawareness.org/
http://abortiontestimonies.com/
https://endabortion.us/
https://stopabortionnow.org/
https://pregnancycenters.org/

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Episode 108: The Impressions of a First Time Pilgrim to the Champion Apparition Shrine with Tony Ganzer

Fr. Edward Looney — Mon, 04 Oct 2021 04:00:00 -0400

Tony Ganzer, an NPR Journalist from Cleveland and host of the Faith Full Podcast packed up the family van and set their eyes and GPS to Wisconsin. What brought him to NE Wisconsin? The site of Mary's 1859 apparition to Adele Brise located in Champion, Wisconsin (at the National Shrine of Our Lady of Good Help). Fr. Edward Looney speaks with Tony today about his impressions of the Wisconsin apparition.

Tony's website: https://www.anthonyganzer.com/bio/
Subscribe to the Faith Full Podcast: https://www.faithfullpod.com/

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Episode 107: Praying the Rosary over the Kitchen Sink as a Catholic Mom with Caitlin Winters

Fr. Edward Looney — Mon, 27 Sep 2021 04:00:00 -0400

Caitlin Winters is a Catholic mom reflecting on the rosary through her motherhood and helping other moms to do the same through her apostolate Motherhood through the Mysteries.

Learn more at: https://motherhoodthroughthemysteries.com/
Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/motherhoodthroughthemysteries/
Her personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/prayersoverthekitchensink/

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Episode 106: Pope St. Pius V's Influence on Catholicism with Professor Roberto de Mattei

Fr. Edward Looney — Mon, 20 Sep 2021 04:00:00 -0400

The feast of Our Lady of the Rosary (formerly Our Lady of Victory) resulted when Pope St. Pius V called for the world to pray during the Battle of Lepanto. Pope St. Pius V also made other valuable contributions to Catholic life. Discover the saintly legacy of this pope during Fr. Edward Looney's conversation with Professor Roberto de Mattei.

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Bonus Episode 20: Trending Marian Tweets and Topics- Our Lady of Sorrows

Fr. Edward Looney — Wed, 15 Sep 2021 17:00:00 -0400

On the feast of Our Lady of Sorrows, Fr. Edward Looney collects the tweets and articles he saw celebrating the memorial of Our Lady who stood at the foot of the cross.

EWTN: https://www.ewtn.com/catholicism/seasons-and-feast-days/our-lady-of-sorrows-14632
Chaplet of Seven Sorrows: https://ellengable.wordpress.com/2021/09/15/the-chaplet-of-seven-sorrows/
Pope Francis: https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/248990/pope-francis-in-slovakia-our-lady-of-sorrows-teaches-us-compassion-for-the-suffering
Fr. Steve Grunow: https://www.wordonfire.org/resources/blog/why-our-lady-of-sorrows/18297/
The Tender Solicitude of Our Lady: https://catholicexchange.com/the-tender-solicitude-of-our-lady-of-sorrows
Our Lady of Sorrows: When We Can Grieve with Our Lady- https://catholicexchange.com/our-lady-of-sorrows-when-we-can-grieve-with-mary

Episode 105: The Holy Spirit Drew Close to Mary with Sr. Mary Ann Fatula

Fr. Edward Looney — Mon, 13 Sep 2021 05:00:00 -0400

The Holy Spirit fell upon the apostles in the Upper Room on the fiftieth day after the Resurrection emboldening them to proclaim the gospel of Jesus. We are Jesus's disciples today. How do we draw close to the Holy Spirit? Sr. Mary Ann Fatula discusses her new book available from Sophia Institute Press.

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Episode 104: How to Celebrate the Feast Days of Our Lady and the Saints with John Hart

Fr. Edward Looney — Mon, 06 Sep 2021 04:00:00 -0400

The Church calendar is peppered with different memorials, feasts, and solemnities throughout the year as we honor Jesus, Mary, and the saints. One can celebrate these saints by spiritual practices and pious devotions. But you can also celebrate with food! John Hart, founder of Feast Day subscription box will help us understand how to live liturgically and celebrate these feast days.

Learn more about John Hart's Feast Day subscription service: [feastday.co](feastday.co)
Follow them on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/feastdayboxes/

Other websites referenced by John:
https://catholicculture.org/ (click Liturgical Life)
https://www.carrotsformichaelmas.com/

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Episode 103: The Light of Christ in Celtic Spirituality and How Mary Crushes Darkness with Julianne Stanz

Fr. Edward Looney — Mon, 30 Aug 2021 05:00:00 -0400

Julianne Stanz is a diocesan employee, consultant for the USCCB, and an author of several books. Today, she joins Fr. Edward Looney to talk about Celtic spirituality and Mary's role in crushing the darkness of our lives.

Learn the basics of Celtic spirituality, the story of the Celtic Cross, and St. Brigid Cross along with the Seven D's of Darkness and how Mary helps shine light in those areas of our life (based of her May 2021 Compass article.

Buy her latest book: https://www.amazon.com/Start-Jesus-Everyday-Disciples-Church/dp/0829448845/

Pre-order her book on Celtic Spirituality: https://www.amazon.com/Braving-Thin-Places-Celtic-Wisdom/dp/0829448861/

Visit her website: https://www.juliannestanz.com/

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Episode 102: How to Pray About Your Life as a Disciple with the Rosary Mysteries

Fr. Edward Looney — Tue, 24 Aug 2021 16:00:00 -0400

Fr. Edward Looney shares a talk he gave to religious education leaders in the Diocese of Green Bay as this week's episode of How They Love Mary. He spoke about being a disciple of Jesus and reflecting on a life of discipleship through the rosary mysteries.

Episode 101: The Purpose of Miracles with Adam Blai

Fr. Edward Looney — Tue, 10 Aug 2021 07:00:00 -0400

Miracles fascinate believers and unbelievers alike. What is a miracle? Why does God allow miracles? What are examples of miracles? How about Marian miracles? These questions and more are answered by Adam Blai on this week's How They Love Mary with Fr. Edward Looney.

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Episode 100: The Church Needs More Priests Like Venerable Aloysius Schwartz

Fr. Edward Looney — Mon, 02 Aug 2021 04:00:00 -0400

Venerable Aloysius Schwartz was a saintly missionary priest. He left his homeland to study to be a priest and spent his life in South Korea. He lived poverty to the extreme. He loved Mary so much. His heroic work is recounted by Kevin Wells in "Priest and Beggar" available from Ignatius Press. Learn more about Fr. Schwartz this week as Kevin Wells joins Fr. Looney on How They Love Mary.

Buy the Book: https://www.ignatius.com/Priest-and-Beggar-P3830.aspx

Learn more about World Villages: https://www.worldvillages.org/

Episode 97: Why I'm Giving Up Opera to Sing the Praises of God as a Nun with Gretchen Erlichman

Fr. Edward Looney — Tue, 13 Jul 2021 03:00:00 -0400

Gretchen Erlichman studied music for years and has sung in the Opera. Throughout her young adulthood, she began to sense God tugging on her heart to be a nun. In this episode, Gretchen shares with Fr. Edward Looney the path that took her to join the Dominican Sisters at the Monastery of Our Lady of Grace. In the episode, she address her student loan debt, the Laboure Society, how she found the order, her process of discernment, and many other questions young women have when discerning a vocation.

Learn more about the Nuns she is joining: https://www.dominicannuns.org/

Read Gretchen's articles:

Why I Am Entering a Monastery in 2021: https://www.crisismagazine.com/2021/why-i-am-entering-a-monastery-in-2021
The Call of the Cloister: https://aleteia.org/2021/05/19/the-call-of-the-cloister/

Learn more about the Laboure Society and How you can rescue vocations: https://rescuevocations.org/

Episode 96: Encountering Jesus and Mary in the Gospels, Education, and History

Fr. Edward Looney — Tue, 06 Jul 2021 08:00:00 -0400

Derek Rotty invites listeners into a life of conversion with Jesus and Mary as they meet our savior and His mother in the pages of sacred scripture. Rotty looks to Mary in his role as an educator and has seen her active all throughout history. Hear Derek's story of conversion and how Mary inspires today in this conversation with Fr. Edward Looney.

Website: https://derekrotty.com/

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Episode 94: Why a Young Woman Would Choose to Be a Cloistered Nun with Erin Brown

Fr. Edward Looney — Mon, 21 Jun 2021 04:00:00 -0400

Erin Brown has lived and worked in the world as a teacher for a few years. In her young adult life, she began to ask the question, "What does God want me to do with my life?" Through prayer and discernment, she is entering the Summit, NJ Dominicans in August. What leads a young woman to make such a radical decision? Hear her story this week as she speaks with Fr. Edward Looney.

Learn more about the community Erin will be joining at: https://www.summitdominicans.org/

Episode 93: The Faith, Music, and Battle Cry of Katie Linendoll

Fr. Edward Looney — Mon, 14 Jun 2021 03:00:00 -0400

Katie Linendoll is a recognizable face from her media work. She is a devout cradle Catholic and recently released her EP Jericho Battle Cry which has topped Christian charts. Get to know the stories behind Katie's life, faith, career, and music as she speaks with Fr. Edward Looney on this week's episode.

Learn more about Katie: https://katielinendoll.com/
Find her music on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/6AeSusfff7aqRVHDRDJUyS

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Episode 92: Oprah's Sisters Love Mary and the Eucharist with Sr. Joseph Andrew, OP

Fr. Edward Looney — Mon, 07 Jun 2021 03:00:00 -0400

The Dominican Sisters of Mary, Mother of the Eucharist, mesmerized the world a number of years ago when they first appeared on Oprah's show. People noticed their joy, youthfullness, and love of God. They are a growing religious community. What is their secret? What is their life like? Vocation Directress Sr. Joseph Andrew speaks with Fr. Looney today about their life, charism, and devotion.

DSMME website: http://sistersofmary.org/
Digital Media from the Sisters: https://goledigital.org/

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Episode 91: Behold the Heart of Jesus on Fridays and During the Month of June with Fr. Thomas Dailey

Fr. Edward Looney — Tue, 01 Jun 2021 08:00:00 -0400

Fr. Thomas Dailey in his latest book discusses devotion to the Heart of Jesus through the writings and spirituality of St. Francis De Sales. Learn how to foster devotion to the Sacred Heart in this episode of How They Love Mary.

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Episode 90: Live Your Feminine Genius by Dressing Worthily with Nicole Caruso

Fr. Edward Looney — Mon, 24 May 2021 05:00:00 -0400

Nicole Caruso is a profession make up artist and beauty consultant whose mission is to empower women with self worth by the clothes they wear. She is the author of Worthy of Wearing and today joins Fr. Edward Looney to discuss her book, her #worthyofwearing movement, and Mary's example for women.

Learn more about Nicole: https://nicolemcaruso.com/
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Episode 89: How to Incorporate Faith During Your Summer Travels with Marion Amberg

Fr. Edward Looney — Mon, 17 May 2021 12:00:00 -0400

You might find yourself on the road during the summer months and wanting to check out new places. Not only can you see secular places but there are so many religious sites to see as well. Travel writer Marion Amberg shares with us the Monuments, Marvels, and Miracles as a Catholic traveler across America.

Marion's Website: https://marionamberg.com/

Buy her book: https://www.orderosv.com/product/monuments-marvels-and-miracles-a-traveler-s-guide-to-catholic-america

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Episode 88: What Happens When the Eucharist and the Rosary Meet with Ivonne Hernandez

Fr. Edward Looney — Mon, 10 May 2021 08:00:00 -0400

Ivonne Hernandez had a powerful experience of healing while praying the rosary before the Blessed Sacrament. This led her to author a series of Eucharistic Rosary Meditations in her book of the same title available from Elisheba House.

Learn more: https://www.elishebahouse.com/

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Episode 87: Learning How to Pray Like the Blessed Mother with Fr. James Martin, SJ

Fr. Edward Looney — Mon, 03 May 2021 03:00:00 -0400

Popular Catholic priest and Jesuit Fr. James Martin recently authored "Learning How to Pray: A Guide for Everyone." This week on How They Love Mary, he discusses with Fr. Edward Looney how to help people pray, different methods and styles of prayer, how to ask Mary's intercession, and how to pray like Mary.

You can acquire a copy of Fr. Martin's book here: https://www.amazon.com/Learning-Pray-Everyone-James-Martin/dp/0062643231

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*Disclaimer: This interview should not be considered as an endorsement of other teachings of Fr. James Martin. The discussion had between Fr. Martin and Fr. Looney pertained to prayer and not controversial subjects.

Episode 82: The World that Joseph and Mary Knew with Mike Aquilina

Fr. Edward Looney — Wed, 31 Mar 2021 03:00:00 -0400

This is a special crossover episode from Fr. Edward's #YearofStJoseph podcast, Cup of St. Joe. Patristic scholar Mike Aquilina offers us reflections on the world of Joseph and Mary including a discussion about the marriage of Joseph and Mary.

Mike's Website: https://fathersofthechurch.com/
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Episode 81: Touched by the Blessed Mother in the Film Resurrection with Roma Downey

Fr. Edward Looney — Fri, 26 Mar 2021 03:00:00 -0400

Fr. Edward Looney interviews Roma Downey, the acclaimed actress from Touched by an Angel, and producer with her husband Mark Burnett of The Bible Series and now a new film releasing on Discovery Plus just in time for Easter- Resurrection. In Fr. Looney's opinion, it is the most exquisite portrayal of the Blessed Mother in film he has ever scene. He discusses with Roma Downey the Blessed Virgin's role in the passion and the days of Easter. This is a must listen to episode.

Resurrection debuts on subscription based streaming platform Discovery+ on March 27th. It's well worth the cost of a month's subscription if a free trial isn't offered.

Fr. Edward's Review: https://catholicexchange.com/experience-the-resurrection-with-mary-in-the-new-film-resurrection

Episode 80: Teach Children Mary's Many Titles with Our Lady's Picture Book with Anthony DeStefano

Fr. Edward Looney — Thu, 25 Mar 2021 03:00:00 -0400

Anthony DeStefano has done it again offering children a beautiful book about the Blessed Mother in his latest book Our Lady's Picture Book. Introduce your children and grandchildren to the many titles of the Blessed Mother. Fr. Edward Looney unpacks the contents and inspiration behind the book in this episode of How They Love Mary.

Our Lady's Picture Book available from Sophia Institute Press: https://www.sophiainstitute.com/products/item/our-ladys-picture-book

Anthony's Website: https://www.anthonydestefano.com/

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Episode 79: Forgiveness and the Eucharist defined Fr. Ubald's Life with Heidi Hess Saxton

Fr. Edward Looney — Mon, 22 Mar 2021 03:00:00 -0400

Fr. Ubald had a reputation has a holy priest and Jesus worked healings as he carried the Eucharistic Lord in the monstrance. He survived the Rwandan Genocide. He died in 2021, after a long battle with Covid. Heidi Hess Saxton, an editor with Ave Maria Press, worked hand in hand with Fr. Ubald on his book, and she shares his story of forgiveness with us today.

Fr. Ubald's Book: Forgiveness Makes You Free- https://www.avemariapress.com/products/forgiveness-makes-you-free
Learn more about Heidi Hess Saxton- https://heidihesssaxton.blog/

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Episode 78: The Role of Mary during the Covid-19 Pandemic with Kayla Harris

Fr. Edward Looney — Mon, 15 Mar 2021 03:00:00 -0400

Pope Francis invited Catholics throughout the world to call upon Mary's intercession to end the Covid-19 pandemic. After all, she had been implored many times in the past during disease outbreaks. Kayla Harris of the Marian Library cataloged the expressions of Marian devotion during the pandemic and she shares highlights of what she learned.

Find out more about The Marian Library at the University of Dayton: https://udayton.edu/marianlibrary/
All About Mary Page: https://udayton.edu/imri/mary/index.php

Quarantine Catholic Blog: https://thequarantinecatholic.com/

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Fr. Looney's Covid-19 devotionals:
Rosary Meditations: https://catholicexchange.com/rosary-meditations-for-prayer-during-the-covid-19-pandemic
Litany to Our Lady of Good Help: https://aleteia.org/2020/04/07/turn-to-our-lady-of-good-help-the-apparition-of-wisconsin-with-this-litany/

Episode 76: Living the Stations of the Cross with Death Before Your Eyes with Emily DeArdo

Fr. Edward Looney — Mon, 01 Mar 2021 03:00:00 -0500

Emily DeArdo was diagnosed with Cystic Fibrosis at a young age. She overcame the possibility of death by receiving a lung transplant. Living with death before her eyes helped her to live the spiritual principle of #MementoMori. Learn how she lives the stations of the cross in her life daily.

Buy her book from Ave Maria Press: https://www.avemariapress.com/products/living-memento-mori

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Episode 75: Praying the Stations of the Cross through Art and Journaling with Jen Norton

Fr. Edward Looney — Mon, 22 Feb 2021 16:00:00 -0500

Artist Jen Norton joins Fr. Edward Looney to discuss her book "Surrender All: An Illuminated Journal Retreat through the Stations of the Cross." They discuss how to engage and pray with art and the benefits of journaling. And along the Stations of the Cross and in her art, of course the Blessed Mother is depicted.

You can buy Jen Norton's book, Surrender All, directly from Ave Maria Press and use the code FRLOONEY to receive a discount. https://www.avemariapress.com/products/surrender-all

Discover Jen Norton's work at: https://www.jennortonartstudio.com/

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Episode 74: The Blessing of Living in Lourdes with Fr. James Phalen, CSC

Fr. Edward Looney — Thu, 11 Feb 2021 12:00:00 -0500

Fr. James Phalen lived in Lourdes, France for several years. Today, he talks with Fr. Edward Looney about the beauty of Lourdes, Mary's appearance, and message.

Holy Cross Family Ministries: https://www.hcfm.org/

Visit Lourdes via their Livecam: https://www.lourdes-france.org/en/tv-lourdes/

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Episode 73: Why Mary is Worthy of Our Imitation with Fr. Quan Tran

Fr. Edward Looney — Tue, 02 Feb 2021 14:00:00 -0500

Mary is the model disciple and was filled with grace and virtue. We can look to her and find in her attributes we can imitate. Fr. Quan Tran in his new book Imitation of Mary shows how Mary can aid all Christians on their journey to the kingdom of Heaven.

Buy the book: https://www.sophiainstitute.com/products/item/the-imitation-of-mary

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Episode 72: Learn the Secrets to Listening for God with Teresa Tomeo

Fr. Edward Looney — Mon, 25 Jan 2021 03:00:00 -0500

Veteran journalist Teresa Tomeo wants to help people listen for God in their life. Through her own story and others she has done just that with her new book from Sophia Institute Press. Today she shares with Fr. Edward Looney the secrets about listening for God.

Teresa Tomeo: https://teresatomeo.com/

Listening for God: https://www.sophiainstitute.com/products/item/listening-for-god

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Episode 71: A Crash Course in the Bible with Dr. Mark Giszczak

Fr. Edward Looney — Mon, 18 Jan 2021 03:00:00 -0500

The Augustine Institute recently released a new bible translation called the ESV Catholic edition. Dr. Giszczak explains the game of biblical alphabet soup, and helps us understand the complexity of the bible.

Augustine Bible: https://www.catholicbible.org/

Catholic Bible Student: https://catholicbiblestudent.com/

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Episode 70: Meet Blessed William Chaminade and Blessed Adele with Brother Andrew Kosmowski

Fr. Edward Looney — Tue, 12 Jan 2021 08:00:00 -0500

You might be familiar with the University of Dayton from college basketball. Did you know they are a Marianist college? Who are the Marianists and the saintly people behind the order? Brother Andrew Kosmowski shares about his religious community.

Follow Brother Andrew on Twitter: https://twitter.com/BroAJK

North American Center for Marianist Studies: https://www.nacms.org/

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Episode 69: Wearing Socks for the Glory of God with Scott Williams

Fr. Edward Looney — Mon, 04 Jan 2021 03:00:00 -0500

Can wearing socks be an exercise in evangelization? That's the case with Sock Religious. Wear socks pertaining to the liturgical season or celebrate your favorite saints. Express your devotion to your favorite saint or let everybody know you are Catholic. This week, Scott Williams, founder of Sock Religious speaks with Fr. Edward Looney about wearing socks for the glory of God.

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Episode 68: How to Find a Patron Saint for 2021 with Meg Hunter Kilmer

Fr. Edward Looney — Mon, 28 Dec 2020 03:00:00 -0500

Meg Hunter Kilmer loves the saints and she talks with Fr. Edward Looney about familiar and obscure saints on this episode of How They Love Mary.

Meg's website: https://www.piercedhands.com
Her writings on Aleteia: https://aleteia.org/author/meg-hunter-kilmer/

Jen Fulwiler's Patron Saint Generator: https://saintsnamegenerator.com/

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Episode 67: Christmas Fulfills the Old Testament with Dr. Luke Arredondo

Fr. Edward Looney — Mon, 21 Dec 2020 03:00:00 -0500

One of Dr. Luke Arredondo's favorite books is The Dawn of the Messiah by Dr. Edward Sri. This week, Luke and Fr. Edward unpack the connection between the Old and New Testament in relation to the Nativity of Jesus.

St. Philip Institute: https://stphilipinstitute.org/

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Episode 66: We on Earth Learn the Stories of the Saints in Heaven with Sr. Danielle Lussier, FSP

Fr. Edward Looney — Thu, 17 Dec 2020 03:00:00 -0500

The Daughters of St. Paul released a beautiful, hardcover, illustrated book for daily reading and prayer called In Caelo et in Terra: 365 Days with the Saints. This book needs to be in your home and opened daily. Hear Sr. Danielle talk about the book in greater detail with Fr. Edward Looney.

Buy the Book: https://paulinestore.com/in-caelo-et-in-terra--365-days-with-the-saints-qs1004279-196579.html

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Episode 65: Fr. Looney Presents on Journeying with Mary to Bethlehem

Fr. Edward Looney — Tue, 15 Dec 2020 08:30:00 -0500

Fr. Edward Looney recently gave a talk to the Spiritus Missionaries about Mary and the Advent Season. Hear his presentation in today's episode.

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Episode 64: Fr. Looney Hosts Mary's Baby Shower

Fr. Edward Looney — Sat, 12 Dec 2020 10:00:00 -0500

Fr. Edward Looney is hosting a virtual baby shower for Mother Mary on the feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe. Today you will meet Taylor and Katie Schmidt as they share about baby Luanna and her sister in Peru, orphans being raised by their grandparents. Afterward, I will share a little bit about Mary, Advent, and Our Lady of La Leche. Our morning will conclude with Kevin Matthews joining me to pray the rosary.

Support Luanna and her family: https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-baby-luana-antonella-and-her-grandparents

Know a couple praying to conceive? Submit their name for Father Edward's La Leche Novena: https://forms.gle/U2BmY13h18xDpfrs6

Special Thanks to Anna Nuzzo for sharing her gift of music: http://www.annanuzzo.com/

Kevin Matthews: http://brokenmary.com/

Servants of the Good Help: https://www.thegoodhelp.com/

Episode 63: Mystical Wisdom for your Daily Life with Kathryn Jean Lopez

Fr. Edward Looney — Thu, 10 Dec 2020 03:00:00 -0500

The writings are filled with wisdom for our everyday life. We can pray with their words and allow them to transform our life, challenging us to live holy lives. Kathryn Jean Lopez, author of "A Year with the Mystics" discusses their influence in her life with Fr. Edward Looney on this episode of How They Love Mary.

Follow Kathryn Jean Lopez on Twitter: https://twitter.com/kathrynlopez

National Review: https://www.nationalreview.com/author/kathryn-jean-lopez/

Buy the book: https://www.amazon.com/Year-Mystics-Visionary-Wisdom-Living/dp/1505109043

Listen to her segment on Sirisus XM's The Catholic Channel: https://soundcloud.com/thingsthatcaughtmyeye

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Episode 62: Mary's Pregnant and Needs a Baby Shower with Millennial Fiat

Fr. Edward Looney — Tue, 08 Dec 2020 03:00:00 -0500

The liturgical season of Advent prepares us for Jesus' birth in Bethlehem. That means our four weeks of Advent mark the end of Mary's pregnancy. Like any expectant mom, Mary deserves a baby shower, and because she's generous, she wants it to help those in need. Fr. Looney speaks with Millennial Fiat from Instagram about her upcoming virtual event.

Follow Millenial Fiat on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/millennialfiat/

Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/howtheylovemary

Fr. Edward will sponsor his own Mary's Baby Shower on Sat. December 12 at 9am central time. The event will be on Facebook, Youtube, and released as a Podcast episode. Stay tuned!

Episode 61: Let the Story of Jesus Make You Less Grumpy and More Joyful with Anthony DeStefano

Fr. Edward Looney — Thu, 03 Dec 2020 03:00:00 -0500

Fr. Edward Looney talks with children's author Anthony DeStefano about his latest Christmas children's book, 'The Grumpy Old Ox." By the end of this poetic verse story, the grumpy ox experiences a transformation through the Christmas event. Hear Anthony DeStefano tell you the backstory to this beautiful Christmas story.

Book: https://www.sophiainstitute.com/products/item/the-grumpy-old-ox

Episode 60: The Angelus is the Perfect Prayer for Advent with Jared Dees

Fr. Edward Looney — Wed, 25 Nov 2020 08:00:00 -0500

Jared Dees discovered the Angelus prayer just a few years ago and now it has become his favorite prayer for everyday. In this conversation, Fr. Edward Looney proposes that the Angelus is the perfect prayer for Advent. If you've never prayed the Angelus, listen to this episode and commit to praying it this Advent.

Jared Dees: http://jareddees.com/ https://www.thereligionteacher.com/

Praying the Angelus Book: https://www.avemariapress.com/products/praying-the-angelus

Episode 59: Prepare for Christmas with these Amazing Advent Opportunities

Fr. Edward Looney — Tue, 24 Nov 2020 11:00:00 -0500

Fr. Edward Looney speaks with Fr Joe Laramie SJ and Charbel Raish about some amazing Advent opportunities.

Fr. Joe Laamie: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F0n0Y-GWn-0
Parousia Media Advent Pilgrimage: https://www.parousiamedia.com/the-advent-pilgrimage-a-journey-from-eden-to-bethlehem/

Dawn of the Messiah book: https://www.amazon.com/Dawn-Messiah-Coming-Christ-Scripture/dp/0867167203/

Hope in the Darkness Advent Retreat: https://www.facebook.com/events/1803091213228813

Seton Hall Advent Reflection Series: https://www.shu.edu/theology/immaculate-conception-seminary-advent-series.cfm

Bonus Episode 18: Trending Marian Tweets and Topics and a Conversation with Fr. James Brent, OP

Fr. Edward Looney — Fri, 20 Nov 2020 15:00:00 -0500

It's the feast of the Presentation of Mary, at the end of this bonus episode, there is a bonus conversation with Fr. James Brent, OP about the feast. But before that, catch the latest Marian tweets and topics and Fr. Edward's commentary.

The Riddle at Cana: Mary and the Biblical Mystery: https://churchlifejournal.nd.edu/articles/the-riddle-at-cana-mary-and-the-biblical-mystery/

How Imitating Mary Can Lead Us to Grace: https://catholicexchange.com/how-imitating-mary-can-lead-us-to-grace

How They Love Mary Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/howtheylovemary

Episode 58: The Maternal Presence of Mary Throughout History with Mike Aquilina

Fr. Edward Looney — Thu, 19 Nov 2020 03:00:00 -0500

Patristic scholar Mike Aquilina joins Fr. Edward Looney to talk about the role of Mary throughout history and her influence in our lives.

Book: History's Queen: Exploring Mary's Pivotal Role from Age to Age- https://www.avemariapress.com/products/historys-queen

Website: https://fathersofthechurch.com/

Episode 57: Building the Church One Lego at a Time with John Kraemer

Fr. Edward Looney — Tue, 17 Nov 2020 03:00:00 -0500

For over 20 years, John Kraemer has built lego churches that have been on display at Churches through Michigan and the US. This project has become a ministry for John and today he discusses with Fr. Looney how God calls all people, no matter their gifts, abilities, or disabilities.

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LegoChurchProject
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Kc8wzm

Bonus Episode 17- Trending Marian Tweets and Topics

Fr. Edward Looney — Sat, 14 Nov 2020 09:00:00 -0500

Fr. Edward Looney comments on the latest social media posts pertaining to the Blessed Mother.

https://thestormatimeofmercy.wordpress.com/2018/09/09/prayer-to-our-lady-mother-of-divine-providence/

Katie Prejean McGrady's Blessed Mother Doll- https://www.instagram.com/beaheartdesign/?hl=en

Episode 56: Try a Spiritual Pilgrimage During Advent and Christmas with Fr. Joel Sember

Fr. Edward Looney — Thu, 12 Nov 2020 03:00:00 -0500

Advent is meant to be a season for us to prepare for Christmas. But how often do we start with good intentions and realize on Christmas Eve we never paused to pray and be silent. This week, Fr. Edward Looney talks with Fr. Joel Sember, author of "Oriens: A Pilgrimage Through Advent and Christmas," who will guide us to a more prayerful Advent and beyond.

Fr. Joel Sember: https://pilgrimpriest.us/

Buy his book: https://www.orderosv.com/product/oriens-a-pilgrimage-through-advent-and-christmas-2020

Episode 55: Praying the Rosary One Hail Mary at a Time with Sarah Huber

Fr. Edward Looney — Tue, 10 Nov 2020 03:00:00 -0500

Sarah Huber posts on Twitter and Instagram each day asking for prayer intentions when she prays the rosary. Fr. Edward Looney talks with Sarah the story behind her posts and her devotion to Mary and the rosary.

Twitter Profile: https://twitter.com/wcsarah2012

Episode 54: Singing About Mary's Apparitions with Anna Nuzzo

Fr. Edward Looney — Thu, 05 Nov 2020 03:00:00 -0500

Anna Nuzzo is a familiar voice on How They Love Mary as she sings the weekly intro and this week, Fr. Edward Looney talks with her about her new Marian cd, Pray for Us, which shares the music associated with Mary's apparitions. You also can tune into a Marian music concert hosted at her parish on November 7th through Facebook.

Patreon: patreon.com/howtheylovemary

Anna's Website: http://www.annanuzzo.com/
Anna's Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/annanuzzomusicministry
St. Ann Parish Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/St-Anne-Catholic-Parish-111404838934326

Collaborated Projects with Fr. Edward Looney

A Heart Like Mary's Song- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V6BDkWIt3qc
A Litany to Our Lady of Good Help- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-tHmeMrWBzE
A Litany to Our Lady of Good Help During Covid-19- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=89bpHR_DUOo

Episode 53: What the Church and St. Faustina Teach about Suicide Deaths with Fr. Chris Alar, MIC

Fr. Edward Looney — Thu, 29 Oct 2020 03:00:00 -0400

Fr. Chris Alar, MIC, author of "After Suicide: There's Hope for Them and You" breaks down what the Church teaches about suicide and what Jesus had to say to St. Faustina about the topic. In the aftermath of a death of a loved one, families struggle. In this conversation with host, Fr. Edward Looney, Fr. Chris, he offers light in the midst of darkness and hope in a time of despair.

https://www.thedivinemercy.org/
https://www.suicideandhope.com/
https://www.shopmercy.org/after-suicide-theres-hope-for-them-and-for-you.html

Episode 51- Rosary Lessons Learned and Shared with Kelly Guest

Fr. Edward Looney — Thu, 22 Oct 2020 02:00:00 -0400

Columnist Kelly Guest recently shared with readers of CatholicMom.com lessons she learned throughout life about the rosary. Today she shares her insights with Fr. Edward Looney on the podcast How They Love Mary.

https://www.catholicmom.com/articles/persevering-in-praying-the-rosary

https://www.catholicmom.com/articles/my-rosary-story-lessons-from-my-godmother

https://twitter.com/nun2nine

Episode 50: St. Maximilian Kolbe's Two Crowns with Oscar Delgado

Fr. Edward Looney — Tue, 20 Oct 2020 02:00:00 -0400

The story of the Saint of Auschwitz is known by many. He gave his life so another might live. In this interview, Fr. Edward Looney speaks with Oscar Delgado, the associate producer of the film Two Crowns slated for a fathom event on October 26, 2020 and expected dvd and streaming release sometime thereafter.

https://www.fathomevents.com/events/Two-Crowns

https://www.patreon.com/howtheylovemary

Episode 49: The Rosary is Our Ladder to Heaven with Sr. Andrew Marie, FSP

Fr. Edward Looney — Thu, 15 Oct 2020 02:00:00 -0400

Sr. Andrew Marie, FSP, used social media to remind people to pray the rosary. When she posted pictures of her rosary, people began asking where they could get one. This led her to create an Etsy store to sell corded ladder rosaries . Sr. Andrews shares about her vocation, life as a Daughter of St. Paul, and rosary making in this episode.

Twitter: https://twitter.com/SrAndrewFSP

Etsy Store: https://www.etsy.com/shop/CordLadderRosaries

Daughters of St. Paul: https://t.co/bdNskzyysb?amp=1

Follow the #MediaNuns hashtag: https://twitter.com/search?q=%23MediaNuns&src=hashtag_click

Join the How They Love Mary Patreon Community: https://www.patreon.com/howtheylovemary

Episode 48: Stop Saying the Fatima Prayer and Begin Praying It with Dr. Luke Arredondo

Fr. Edward Looney — Tue, 13 Oct 2020 02:00:00 -0400

To celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Fatima apparitions in 2017, Dr. Luke Arredondo co-authored a book about a prayer we say after every decade of the rosary. Let's move from saying the prayer to really praying it. Learn about the Fatima prayer in this episode.

St. Phillip Institute: https://stphilipinstitute.org/
Book: https://store.stphilipinstitute.org/catalog/product/books-and-gifts/o-my-jesus-the-meaning-of-the-fatima-prayer/
St. Phillip Institute Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeKdC99P3015X8VSRcMymoA

Become a part of the How They Love Mary Patreon Community: http://www.patreon.com/howtheylovemary

Episode 47: Learn the Story of the Family Prayer Priest through Film or a Comic Book

Fr. Edward Looney — Thu, 08 Oct 2020 01:00:00 -0400

This episode brings you two different interviews. The first with Megan Harrington, the producer of Pray: The Story of Fr. Patrick Peyton. The second is a conversation with Philip Kosloski of Voyage Comics. The story of the saintly Fr. Patrick Peyton can be learned by audiences in two different mediums.

Learn more about Pray the Movie: https://www.praythefilm.com/

How They Love Mary Episode with Fr. Willy Raymond: https://howtheylovemary.fireside.fm/patrickpeyton

All for Her autobiography from Ave Maria Press: https://www.avemariapress.com/products/all-for-her

How They Love Mary Advertisements:

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Episode 46: The Broken Pray the Rosary with Kevin Matthews

Fr. Edward Looney — Wed, 07 Oct 2020 00:00:00 -0400

Chicago Radio Personality Kevin Matthews was tapped by the Blessed Mother to discover a broken statue of Mary. He now brings the statue of Broken Mary to the broken. Since finding the statue, Kevin's life has been transformed by the power of prayer with Mary.

Broken Mary Book and App: https://brokenmary.com/

May 2019 Broken Mary Procession: https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/from-a-dumpster-to-the-head-of-a-procession-the-story-of-broken-mary-86289

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NAtuwuCt5bQ

Bonus Episode 14- Trending Marian Tweets and Topics

Fr. Edward Looney — Sat, 03 Oct 2020 14:00:00 -0400

Fr. Edward Looney surveys the past two weeks of Marian tweets and topics.

Our Lady of Walsingham: https://www.ctsbooks.org/have-you-heard-about-english-marian-apparition/

Free Rosary Tip Book: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1DRb37ad5UuJmXzJENNbwg8P1ufjyI3Tc/view?usp=sharing

Belgian Roadside Chapel Virtual Pilgrimage: https://www.facebook.com/BelgianRoadsideChapels OR
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1SsH7daS8p-arTfisjscXYA-xdHICqRK

Episode 44: Let the Holy Spirit Help You Let Go of Anger and Stress with Gary Zimak

Fr. Edward Looney — Thu, 24 Sep 2020 01:00:00 -0400

To be human means to deal with emotions. Sometimes we might become angry at someone. Other times, when we are overwhelmed, we become stressed. Gary Zimak has written ablot about worry and anxiety, and in his latest book, he helps us to learn how to take the Spirit's lead in letting go of anger and stress.

Gary's website: https://followingthetruth.com/

Buy the book: https://www.avemariapress.com/products/let-go-of-anger-and-stress

Bonus Episode 13- Trending Marian Tweets for the Holy Name of Mary and Our Lady of Sorrows with Rachel Bulman

Fr. Edward Looney — Sat, 19 Sep 2020 09:00:00 -0400

Fr. Edward Looney and Rachel Bulman discuss tweets about the Holy Name of Mary and Our Lady of Sorrows, and then discuss Rachel Bulman's article that appeared on Word on Fire about the devotion to Our Lady of Sorrows.

Rachel Bulman's Article: https://www.wordonfire.org/resources/blog/mary-why-we-need-our-lady-of-sorrows-in-2020/

https://www.facebook.com/rachelbulman
https://twitter.com/rachelbulman
https://www.instagram.com/rachelbulman/

Episode 42: Let's Go on a Spiritual Rosary Pilgrimage with Charbel Raish

Fr. Edward Looney — Thu, 10 Sep 2020 10:30:00 -0400

Charbel Raish is the founder of Parousia Media and from September 8th to October 7th they are leading a virtual rosary pilgrimage bringing together speakers from across the world. Learn more about Charbel, Parousia Media, and the rosary pilgrimage in this episode of How They Love Mary.

Get the Spiritual Rosary Pilgrimage emails by vising: https://www.parousiamedia.com/?via=edward

Episode 41: Two Wisconsin Priests Talk About Priestly Life- Fr. John LoCoco

Fr. Edward Looney — Thu, 03 Sep 2020 01:00:00 -0400

Fr. John LoCoco is a priest in the Archdiocese of Milwaukee and today he joins Fr. Edward Looney, a priest of the Diocese of Green Bay, to have a casual conversation about priestly life and ministry.

Follow Fr. John LoCoco on twitter at @FrLoCoco https://twitter.com/FatherLococo or on Instagram at @Father_LoCoco https://www.instagram.com/father_lococo/

Episode 40: Jesus and Mary Called the Holy Land Home with Shibly Kando

Fr. Edward Looney — Fri, 28 Aug 2020 10:00:00 -0400

Fr. Edward Looney talks with Shibley Kando, gift store owner in Bethlehem about the current state of pilgrimages during Covid-19 and what it is like to live near the place where Jesus was born.

Select to Give Foundation: https://selecttogive.org/

Bonus Episode 10: Trending Marian Tweets and Topics

Fr. Edward Looney — Sat, 22 Aug 2020 18:00:00 -0400

Fr. Edward Looney recounts the highlights of social media for the past week, beginning with the feast of the Assumption.

https://aleteia.org/2018/08/15/the-daily-practical-difference-the-assumption-should-make-in-our-lives/

https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/pope-francis-asks-mary-mother-of-hope-to-intercede-for-nigerias-persecuted-christians-89226

https://catholicherald.co.uk/lourdes-assumption-pilgrimage-attendance-falls-by-80-per-cent/

https://cruxnow.com/vatican/2020/08/pope-calls-for-freeing-the-virgin-mary-from-the-devotion-of-the-mafia/

https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/pope-francis-supports-project-to-free-virgin-mary-from-mafia-exploitation-in-italy-47623

Episode 38: A Must See: Fatima the Movie- An interview with Producer Natasha Howes

Fr. Edward Looney — Wed, 19 Aug 2020 03:00:00 -0400

Fr. Edward Looney has seen the new theatrical production of "Fatima" and he can't wait for listeners to have their opportunity in theatres or on demand on August 28th. In this episode, Fr. Edward speaks with the producer of the film, Natasha Howes.

Learn more about the movie: https://www.fatimathemovie.com/

Episode 37: St. Maximilian Kolbe's Marytown with Fr. Benedict La Volpe OFM Conv

Fr. Edward Looney — Fri, 14 Aug 2020 03:00:00 -0400

The Rector and Guardian of the National Shrine of St. Maximilian Kolbe/Marytown in Libertyville, Illinois discusses the life and theology of St. Maximilian Kolbe.

Website: https://kolbeshrine.org/

Militia Immaculata: https://missionimmaculata.com/

Bonus Episode 8: Trending Marian Tweets and Topics

Fr. Edward Looney — Sat, 08 Aug 2020 12:00:00 -0400

Fr. Edward Looney presents and comments on Marian tweets and topics he's seen over the past two weeks.

Our Lady of LaVang: https://occatholic.com/a-bedrock-of-devotion/
Sarah Reinhard article: https://www.catholicmom.com/articles/barn-swallows-and-mary-leading-me-to-jesus
Fr. Looney's Summer Marian Devotion article: https://aleteia.org/2020/07/30/5-ways-to-be-devoted-to-mary-during-the-summer/
Painting of Mary, Child Jesus, and Miscarried Infant: https://twitter.com/LilSthrnMom/status/1290441848167727104
Info about Our Lady of Harissa, Our Lady of Lebanon- https://www.worldpriest.com/shrine-lady-lebanon-harissa/

Episode 35: Ignatian Spirituality and Imagining Jesus Saying "Mother" with Fr. Joe Laramie SJ

Fr. Edward Looney — Thu, 30 Jul 2020 03:00:00 -0400

Many people know about the Jesuits because of their institutions of higher education, but St. Ignatius was a saintly man who encouraged his followers to enter into imaginative prayer. And part of his Spiritual Exercises included the Blessed Mother. Learn more from Fr. Joe Laramie, SJ, author of "Abide in the Heart of Christ" available from Ave Maria Press.

Book: https://www.avemariapress.com/product/1-59471-891-1/Abide-in-the-Heart-of-Christ/

Fr. Joe's blog: https://www.joelaramiesj.com/blogposts

Fr. Joe's blog post about Mary: https://www.joelaramiesj.com/blogposts/mary-and-risen-jesus

Fr. Joe Laramie, SJ is also the National Director of the Pope's Worldwide Prayer Network. http://popesprayerusa.net/

Episode 34: Grandparents are Prayer Warriors with Julie Cragon

Fr. Edward Looney — Thu, 23 Jul 2020 03:00:00 -0400

Fr. Edward Looney speaks with Julie Cragon, author of "Bless My Grandchild" about the spiritual role of grandparents.

Book: https://www.avemariapress.com/product/1-59471-933-0/Bless-My-Grandchild/

Website: http://juliedortchcragon.com/

Bonus Episode 7: Trending Marian Tweets and Topics

Fr. Edward Looney — Sat, 18 Jul 2020 13:00:00 -0400

Fr. Edward Looney highlights the trending Marian tweets and topics of the first part of July.

Episode 33: Wear a Scapular for Heaven's Sake with Steve Kerekes

Fr. Edward Looney — Thu, 16 Jul 2020 03:00:00 -0400

Steve Kerekes became frustrated with cheaply made rosaries and so he did something about it--he started making his own. He shares a little bit about his apostolate scapulars.com and devotion to the brown scapular.

http://scapulars.com/

Episode 32: Devoted to Mary as a Monk with Br. Maximilian Burkhart, OSB

Fr. Edward Looney — Thu, 09 Jul 2020 14:00:00 -0400

Fr. Edward Looney talks with a Benedictine brother and monk Maximilian Burkhart of Conception Abbey about St. Benedict, monastic life, and St. Maximilian Kolbe.

Conception Abbey: https://www.conceptionabbey.org/

Episode 31: Consecrate Your Family to Mary with Donna-Marie Cooper O'Boyle

Fr. Edward Looney — Thu, 25 Jun 2020 03:00:00 -0400

Fr. Edward Looney talks with Donna Marie Cooper-O'Boyle about her new book pertaining to preparation for Family Marian consecration. In this episode, Fr. Looney and Donna-Marie talk about Marian consecration, Mother Teresa, family prayer, and so much more.

To learn more about Donna Marie visit: http://www.donnacooperoboyle.com/blog/

Buy her book from Sophia Institute- https://www.sophiainstitute.com/products/item/family-consecration

Episode 30: Confronting Sin with the Power of the Cross with Fr. Dwight Longenecker

Fr. Edward Looney — Thu, 18 Jun 2020 11:00:00 -0400

Fr. Dwight Longenecker is a Catholic convert and one of the few married priests in the Roman Catholic Church. He is a popular writer, speaker, and podcaster, and today he talks with Fr. Edward Looney about the power of the cross as we confront sin in our lives and the world.

Sophia Instiute Press: https://www.sophiainstitute.com/products/item/immortal-combat

Fr. Dwight Longennecker: https://dwightlongenecker.com/

Episode 29: The Beautiful Wardrobe of Our Lady with Anthony DeStefano

Fr. Edward Looney — Tue, 09 Jun 2020 03:00:00 -0400

Anthony DeStefano has written Christian books of various genres for adults and children. His most recent title is Our Lady's Wardrobe wherein he poetically tells the stories of Mary apparitions in a beautifully illustrated book available from Sophia Institute Press. Allow yourself to become enamored with the beauty of Our Lady.

Anthony DeStefano's Website: https://www.anthonydestefano.com/

Our Lady's Wardrobe from Sophia Institute Press: https://www.sophiainstitute.com/products/item/our-ladys-wardrobe

Episode 27: Living and Being the Magnificat with Sonja Corbitt

Fr. Edward Looney — Tue, 26 May 2020 03:00:00 -0400

Fr. Edward Looney discusses Sonja Corbitt's new book, "Exalted: How the Power of the Magnificat Can Transform Us." In the conversation with Sonja, she shares about how to pray like Mary and a method of prayer with the Word of God.

Book: https://www.avemariapress.com/product/1-59471-899-7/Exalted/

Website: https://www.biblestudyevangelista.com

Episode 26: Hunting the Miracles of the Virgin, Mother, and Queen with Michael O'Neil

Fr. Edward Looney — Tue, 19 May 2020 03:00:00 -0400

Fr. Edward Looney interviews the Miracle Hunter, Michael O'Neil, as they discuss Mary's many apparitions and titles which correlate to a new book Michael co-authored with Dr. Robert Fastigii- Virgin, Mother, and Queen: Encountering Mary in Time and Tradition available from Ave Maria Press.

Book: https://www.avemariapress.com/product/1-59471-929-2/Virgin-Mother-Queen/

Miracle Hunter Website: http://www.miraclehunter.com/

365 Days with Mary: http://www.mariancalendar.org/

Episode 25: The Fruits, Signs, and Wonders of Fatima with Joseph Pronechen

Fr. Edward Looney — Tue, 12 May 2020 03:00:00 -0400

National Catholic Register columnist Joseph Pronechen discusses the Fatima apparition with Fr. Looney. He details a synopsis of the apparation, the importance of the Eucharist, and the role of St. Joseph.

You can learn more in Joseph Pronechen's book from Sophia Institute Press titled The Fruits of Fatima: A Century of Signs and Wonders. https://www.amazon.com/Fruits-Fatima-Century-Signs-Wonders/dp/1622828143

Bonus Episode 3-Trending Marian Tweets and Topics

Fr. Edward Looney — Sat, 09 May 2020 03:00:00 -0400

Fr. Edward Looney briefly interviews Michael O'Neil about the recent declaration about Our Lady of America. He also discusses popular Marian articles on Aleteia and the tweets he saw this week.

https://aleteia.org/2020/05/07/john-paul-iis-prayer-to-mary-mother-of-the-church-of-the-home/
https://aleteia.org/2020/05/07/how-not-to-feel-isolated-when-praying-the-rosary/
https://aleteia.org/2020/05/04/the-marian-prayer-the-church-prays-in-every-tribulation/
https://aleteia.org/2017/06/24/why-is-the-blessed-virgin-mary-always-wearing-blue/
https://churchpop.com/2020/05/01/marys-secret-to-sanctity-supernatural-revelations-of-heavens-most-powerful-intercessor/
https://www.wordonfire.org/resources/blog/when-mary-met-the-sword-of-simeons-prophecy/27327/
http://daughtersofstpaulchoir.org/Albums/Marian
https://udayton.edu/blogs/imri/2020-05-04-fun-and-games-with-mary.php
http://bluearmy.com/marython/
https://cruxnow.com/cruxinargentina/2019/08/our-lady-of-lujan-is-a-meeting-point-of-argentine-catholicism/

Bonus Episode 1- Trending Marian Tweets and Topics

Fr. Edward Looney — Sat, 25 Apr 2020 03:00:00 -0400

Fr. Edward Looney comments on the popular Marian topics and tweets of the week and converses with Kevin Symonds about the Third Secret of Fatima.

Haily Mary and the Black Plague: https://aleteia.org/2020/03/17/how-the-black-plague-changed-the-hail-mary-prayer/

Regina Caeli and the Plague: https://aleteia.org/2020/04/14/how-the-churchs-easter-prayer-to-mary-brought-the-end-of-the-plague/

Flowers that represent Mary: https://aleteia.org/2017/08/15/5-flowers-connected-to-the-virgin-mary/

Pius XII saw the Miracle: https://aleteia.org/2019/05/13/pope-pius-xii-witnessed-the-fatima-miracle-of-the-sun-while-walking-in-the-vatican-gardens/

Italian Bishops Consecrate to Mary: https://www.catholicnews.com/services/englishnews/2020/italian-bishops-to-lead-prayers-to-mary-at-shrine-near-covid-epicenter.cfm

US and Canada Bishops Consecrate to Mary: https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/us-and-canada-to-be-consecrated-to-mary-mother-of-the-church-67292

Our Lady of Penryhs-https://udayton.edu/imri/mary/o/our-lady-of-penrhys-shrine.php

To learn more about Kevin Symonds- https://kevinsymonds.com/ Book: On the Third Secret of Fatima: https://www.amazon.com/Third-Part-Secret-Fatima/dp/0998894052

Episode 21: Theresa Anthony's 13th Station

Fr. Edward Looney — Fri, 10 Apr 2020 11:00:00 -0400

Fr. Edward Looney interviews Theresa Anthony, a mother who lost her son, and shares her story about relating to the 13th Station.

Blog post on Responding to Someone's Suicide: https://www.theresaanthony.com/post/how-to-respond-when-someone-has-lost-a-loved-one-to-suicide

Theresa Anthony- https://www.amazon.com/My-13th-Station-Depression-Alcoholism/dp/0578529769/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=my+13th+station&qid=1563288233&s=gateway&sr=8-1

Episode 19: Praying with Mary For Our Beloved Dead and In Time of Pandemic

Fr. Edward Looney — Mon, 16 Mar 2020 10:00:00 -0400

Fr. Edward Looney continues his companion podcast to A Lenten Journey with Mother Mary by reflecting on praying for the dead and unpacking the Knock, Ireland apparition.

Episode 18: Mary Wants Us to Pray for Others

Fr. Edward Looney — Mon, 09 Mar 2020 00:00:00 -0400

During the second week of A Lenten Journey with Mother Mary, our daily meditations focus on intercessory prayer. Fr. Looney talks about intercessory prayer during our Lenten Journey.

Episode 17: Mary's Motherly Advice

Fr. Edward Looney — Sun, 01 Mar 2020 03:00:00 -0500

Fr. Edward Looney continues to offer reflections on his book "A Lenten Journey with Mother Mary" by unpacking week one: examining your conscience in light of Mary's messages. Mary's messages are really her motherly advice for us today.

Episode 16: Making Sense of Marian Apparitions

Fr. Edward Looney — Fri, 28 Feb 2020 03:00:00 -0500

Fr. Edward Looney continues to reflect on his book "A Lenten Journey with Mother Mary." In this episode, he talks with Kevin Symonds about the theology of private revelation.

In their conversation they talk about the sceince behind Marian apparitions, the number of apparitions, how they are investigated, and how we are to approach new claims of apparitions.

To learn more about Kevin Symonds visit his website: http://kevinsymonds.com

Episode 15: Why Journey with Mary Through Lent?

Fr. Edward Looney — Sun, 23 Feb 2020 22:00:00 -0500

Fr. Edward Looney reflects on why Mary makes a good companion during Lent.

Buy Fr. Looney's book at: https://www.sophiainstitute.com/products/item/lenten-journey-with-mother-mary

Episode 02: Star of the Sea with Sr. Bethany, FSP

Fr. Edward Looney — Tue, 02 Apr 2019 19:00:00 -0400

Fr. Edward Looney interviews Sister Bethany of the Daughters of St. Paul about the title Mary, Star of the Sea and its recurrence in her spiritual life. He provides commentary on the trending Marian tweets and topics on social media and other platforms.

Three Hail Mary Devotions: https://aleteia.org/2017/08/14/the-beautiful-devotion-of-the-three-hail-marys/
Why Catholics Call Mary Mother, Fr. Michael Schmitz: https://media.ascensionpress.com/video/why-catholics-call-mary-their-mother/
Redeemed Online: Fourth Station meditation-https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U4yX7E1gRnk

Follow Sr. Bethany on Twitter: https://twitter.com/SrBethanyFSP or Instagram: https://t.co/f0srYV3ZE8