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Ishpeming Catholic Podcast

May 26, 2020

We can learn a lot from Jesus in the way he left this earth at his Ascension.  In this episode, Father Ryan looks at the mission he left us, and his instructions to pray and make disciples.  Following Jesus' instructions should lead to an eruption of evangelization in this time when so many people feel lost, confused,...


May 21, 2020

Jesus gives the title 'Paraclete' to the Holy Spirit, which can be translated 'Advocate,' 'Intercessor,' or 'Comforter.'  And Jesus calls him the 'Spirit of truth.'  In this episode, Father Ryan explains how the Holy Spirit brings consolation by impressing the life of Jesus into our souls, so we have experiential...


May 15, 2020

Biology tells us fascinating things about living beings and life processes, but why is there life in the first place?  How does matter become so highly organized into cells and complex organisms?  Jesus tells us he is the way, the truth, and the life.  In this episode, Fr. Ryan examines how Jesus is the answer to the...


May 4, 2020

The image of Jesus as a shepherd can seem tame, but shepherds are those who embrace the danger and sacrifice of staying up all night keeping watch for wolves.  They thrive on danger and stress and sacrifice.  In this episode, Fr. Ryan considers how we can open our hearts to share in this same spirit of Jesus the good...


May 1, 2020

On the Road to Emmaus, the disciples were disillusioned, confused, sad, and discouraged.  But Jesus draws near and walks with them, wanting to communicate himself to them when it seems all hope is lost.  In this episode, Fr. Ryan shares with us how to relate to Jesus and shares stories about God working good among...