Joining from St. Louis on Beatification Day, Fr. Hezekias Carnasso from the Institute of Catholic Culture chats with Anna Mitchell on the Son Rise Morning Show. Fr. Hezekias reveals how Fulton Sheen directly inspired the founding concept of the Institute back in 1937 to combat secularism. Plus, he breaks down the upcoming Sunday Mass readings from Ezekiel 18 and Matthew 21, challenging us to examine our hearts, reject hidden idols, and begin preparing our souls through true repentance. Stream now to listen!

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How does human work bring us closer to God? Andrew Petiprin from the Spe Salvi Institute joins Matt Swaim on the Son Rise Morning Show to unpack Pope Leo XIV’s recent General Audience on Gaudium et Spes. Exploring the theme of human activity in the modern world, Andrew and Matt discuss the dangers of post-Christian humanism, the spiritual dignity of our daily labors, and how every honest task—from cooking dinner to producing radio—is transformed when offered to God in charity. Stream now to listen!

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Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell reflect on yesterday’s beatification of Archbishop Fulton Sheen. Guests include Andrew Petiprin on what Pope Leo had to say this week about Gaudium et Spes, and Fr. Hezekias Carnazzo from the Institute of Catholic Culture and Fr. Jonathan Duncan from the Bone Church Revival podcast to preview the Sunday Mass readings. Plus news, weather, sports, and more…

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Prayer of Abandonment by St. Charles de Foucald

Father, I abandon myself into your hands;
do with me what you will.
Whatever you may do, I thank you:
I am ready for all, I accept all.

Let only your will be done in me,
and in all your creatures –
I wish no more than this, O Lord.

Into your hands I commend my soul:
I offer it to you with all the love of my heart,
for I love you, Lord, and so need to give myself,
to surrender myself into your hands without reserve,
and with boundless confidence,
for you are my Father. Amen.

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As the Church celebrates the beatification of Venerable Fulton J. Sheen in St. Louis, Cy Kellett, host of Catholic Answers Live, joins Matt Swaim on the Son Rise Morning Show. Cy reflects on the massive debt all Catholic media communicators owe to Sheen, who proved that Catholics could use radio and television to reason with the world and proclaim that life is truly worth living. Stream now to hear their discussion on Sheen’s prophetic vision, his compelling showmanship, and what his beatification means for the Church in America today!

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Why is it that when people met saints like John Paul II, Mother Teresa, or Fulton Sheen, they felt like they were the only person in the room?

On this Beatification Day segment from the Son Rise Morning Show, co-hosts Anna Mitchell and Matt Swaim dive deep into the virtue of radical presence. In a culture fractured by constant digital distractions, Fulton Sheen stands as a powerful counter-cultural model. The secret? Tapping into the ultimate nature of God—who is eternally present. Discover how Sheen’s deep love for the Real Presence in the Eucharist transformed the way he saw every person standing right in front of him. Stream the full segment now!

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How do we pass on the Catholic faith with clarity, truth, and genuine joy—without falling into cultural anger or watered-down catechesis? Michael Gormley ("Gomer"), co-host of Every Knee Shall Bow and presenter for Ascension’s new OCIA program Invited, joins host Matt Swaim during the beatification coverage for Venerable Fulton J. Sheen. Gormley shares personal memories of Sheen's influence on his family, explains how Sheen's genius intellect made truth wildly attractive, and reflects on how parish leaders can emulate Sheen's joyful, soul-centered approach to parish evangelization. Stream now to listen!

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After years of anticipation, legal delays, and spiritual hurdles, the beatification of Venerable Fulton J. Sheen is finally here! Alexis Walkenstein, head of AWPR and editor of Fulton J. Sheen in Pauline Books' Ex Libris series, joins hosts Anna Mitchell and Matt Swaim on the Son Rise Morning Show. Walkenstein reflects on her personal devotion to Sheen, the spiritual warfare surrounding the cause, and why Sheen's voice is urgently needed in 2026. Discover why Sheen’s message of truth, life, and vocation continues to capture the hearts of Gen Z and digital natives today!

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