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The Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix
Steve and Becky Greene, the Cradle and the Convert, help Catholics faithfully live their vocation by providing Church teaching, navigating moral challenges and exploring current issues facing the faith in our culture. Thank you for subscribing and for telling your family and friends!
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Aug 25, 2023 • 60min
8/25/23 - Dr. Gilbert Lavoie on the Shroud of Turin
Gilbert R. Lavoie, M.D., joins Steve and Becky to examine the Shroud of Turin, comparing his scientific findings with John’s Gospel account of the death and resurrection of Jesus. His book is The Shroud of Jesus: And the Sign John Ingeniously Concealed.

Aug 18, 2023 • 1h 5min
8/18/23 - Dawn Marie Beutner, The Leaven of the Saints
Dawn Marie Beutner joins Steve and Becky to explore how martyrs and mystics, Fathers of the Church and Doctors of the Church, married saints and clergy, apostles and popes have all changed the world over the centuries and inspire us to do the same. Her book is The Leaven of the Saints: Bringing Christ into a Fallen World.

Aug 11, 2023 • 54min
8/11/23 - Happy Feast Day, St. Philomena!
Celebrating St. Philomena on her feast day, Steve and Becky welcome Fr. Peregrine Fletcher, author of My Name is Philomena: A Saint's Story.

Aug 4, 2023 • 60min
8/4/23 - Joe Heschmeyer on the Real Presence
The Eucharist is the Real Presence, but how can we better understand and embrace this reality? Joe Heschmeyer shows how this reasonable, biblical teaching unlocks the mysteries of faith. His book is The Eucharist is Really Jesus: How Christ's Body and Blood Are the Key to Everything We Believe.

Jul 28, 2023 • 41min
7/28/23 - Travel Adventures
Buckle up for some fun while you take a journey with Steve and Becky through their recent travel adventures.

Jul 21, 2023 • 55min
7/21/23 - Dr. Jay Richards on Science, Evolution and Intelligent Design
Take a journey into the intersection of faith and science as Dr. Jay Richards explains the concept of intelligent design. He's contributed to the book God's Grandeur: The Catholic Case for Intelligent Design.

Jul 14, 2023 • 1h 3min
7/14/23 - Patrick O'Hearn on Dating Like a Saint
Where can we find good examples for courtship in a confusing and morally treacherous dating landscape? Patrick O'Hearn shares how saintly couples found each other and married. His book is Courtship of the Saints: How the Saints Met their Spouses.

Jul 7, 2023 • 34min
6/30/23 - Happy Summer
Steve and Becky Greene share stories and reflections to kick off the Summer!

Jun 23, 2023 • 1h 1min
6/23/23 - Make Good Choices with Fr. Augustine Wetta
How can we make better decisions? Fr. Augustine Wetta joins Steve and Becky tap into the wisdom of the Desert Fathers. His book is Pray. Think. Act.: Make Better Decisions with the Desert Fathers.

Jun 16, 2023 • 1h 1min
6/16/23 - Eduard Habsburg, Tips for Turbulent Times
Eduard Habsburg, the Archduke of Austria joins Steve and Becky to share stories from his family history and tips for transforming society. His book is The Habsburg Way: Seven Rules for Turbulent Times.