John Hanretty

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Digital Media Producer at Relevant Radio

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5 days ago | relevantradio.com | John Hanretty

Dear Emily,Imagine turning on your TV and deepening your faith – anytime you want, with no subscriptions, no sign-ups, and no fees!Introducing Relevant Radio+, a brand-new, completely FREE video platform designed to bring your faith to life. From live-streaming the Holy Mass and praying the Divine Mercy Chaplet to joining the Family Rosary Across America, you can now see and experience your favorite Catholic programs like never before – right from your Smart TV or mobile device.
St. Mary of the Angels Students Write Letter to Pope Leo XIV

5 days ago | relevantradio.com | John Hanretty

This letter, written by the students of St. Mary of the Angels School in Chicago, Illinois, was addressed to our Holy Father, Pope Leo XIV. Dear Pope Leo XIV,Greetings from your hometown of Chicago! We are the students of St. Mary of the Angels School in Bucktown, and we are so excited to write to you. First and foremost, congratulations on becoming our new Holy Father and the first Pope from Chicago—we are so proud! Most importantly, because God chose you and knew you were the right person.
Fr. Dominic Bouck on the Augustinian Heart of Pope Leo XIV

6 days ago | relevantradio.com | John Hanretty

In a rich and inspiring conversation on Morning Air, John Morales sat down with Fr. Dominic Bouck for a deep dive into the Augustinian roots of our new Holy Father, Pope Leo XIV, the first pope from the Order of St. Augustine. Fr. Dominic began by unpacking the Augustinian Order’s unique charism, grounded in the Rule of St. Augustine, one of the earliest guides for communal Christian life. The core of this rule? A life lived in “one heart and one mind”, echoing the Acts of the Apostles.
Is it Required to Kiss the Pope's Ring in Greeting?

6 days ago | relevantradio.com | John Hanretty

On a recent episode of The Patrick Madrid Show, a caller named Tyler from Santa Barbara posed a thoughtful question that caught the listeners’ attention. “Why didn’t Vice President JD Vance kiss Pope Leo’s ring?”Patrick offered his usual blend of wisdom and balance, explaining that ring-kissing is a tradition, not a requirement. The custom, which dates back to the Middle Ages, is a gesture of reverence toward the Pope as the Vicar of Christ, but not kissing the ring isn’t sinful or disrespectful.
White Sox to Honor Pope Leo XIV

6 days ago | relevantradio.com | John Hanretty

Morning Air listeners were treated to some true Chicago Catholic gold this week as John Morales and Glen Lewerenz shared some exciting news: On June 14th, the Chicago White Sox will honor Pope Leo XIV, a South Side native, Sox superfan, and the new shepherd of the Catholic Church.
Leadership is a Mission, Not a Title

6 days ago | relevantradio.com | John Hanretty

Catholic speaker and leadership expert Fr. Nathan Cromly joined Timmerie to talk about one of the most misunderstood callings in our culture today: leadership. And let’s just say, it’s not about the corner office. Fr. Nathan kicked things off with a powerful reminder: “Leadership is about influence, not position.”In a world filled with leadership burnout, cynicism, and apathy, Fr. Nathan and Timmerie unpacked how Jesus flipped the entire concept of leadership upside down.
Rosary Novena Day 29: How to Tell What You Care About

6 days ago | relevantradio.com | John Hanretty

Do you want to know what you truly care about? Just look at your calendar!If we look back at this past week’s calendar we can see what our priorities are. Maybe it’s family, work, sports, or playing backgammon. Whatever it is, it will show up on our calendar. Why? Whatever we love, we make time for. Sometimes when we look at our calendar we can get depressed. How often we push God aside for things like sports, TV, socializing, and more.
Rosary Novena Day 28: Who Sees Visions?

1 week ago | relevantradio.com | John Hanretty

Have you ever had a vision? Most people don’t get to see visions – and even many saints never saw visions. It’s easy to think that visions are just for extraordinary saints and exceptionally holy people. But not so fast!Remember, St. Margaret Mary was born in the little village of L’Hautecour in France.
Rosary Novena Day 27: Are You This Generous?

1 week ago | relevantradio.com | John Hanretty

Have you ever given a great gift? Part of the joy of giving is seeing the look on the person’s face as they open your gift. Sometimes we even think we’re pretty generous. But no one can outdo Jesus in generosity!The 12 Promises of the Sacred Heart are promised for simply displaying and honoring the image of His Sacred Heart! How generous is that!Here are the 12 Promises once again:I will give them all the graces necessary in their state of life. I will establish peace in their homes.
Pope Leo XIV: A Shepherd with Vision and Grit

1 week ago | relevantradio.com | John Hanretty

Drew Mariani welcomed Dr. Paul Kengor to unpack the early days of Pope Leo XIV’s papacy—and what they reveal about the kind of leader he’s shaping up to be. From his first ride in the Popemobile to receiving the Fisherman’s Ring, it’s clear: this Pope got to work right away, with purpose and pastoral urgency. Dr. Kengor highlighted Pope Leo’s bold message to the cardinals in the Sistine Chapel, where he surprised many by speaking in English. His message? Doctrine doesn’t divide—it unites.