Episodes
Episodes
Thursday Apr 17, 2025
The Bitter Chalice: Trust in His Mercy
Thursday Apr 17, 2025
Thursday Apr 17, 2025
Join Barb Ernster and Katie Moran as they reflect on Jesus’ agony in the Garden of Gethsemane and the “bitter chalice” He accepted out of love for us. This heartfelt episode invites you to enter more deeply into His suffering and respond with prayer, trust, and devotion to the Divine Mercy. Be inspired to comfort the Heart of Jesus and place your whole heart in His merciful hands.Listen now and be renewed in His mercy.
Thursday Apr 10, 2025
Divine Mercy Sunday: A Feast of Unimaginable Graces
Thursday Apr 10, 2025
Thursday Apr 10, 2025
Join Barb Ernster as she speaks with Dave and Joan Maroney of Mother of Mercy Messengers about the extraordinary graces offered on Divine Mercy Sunday. Learn how Jesus revealed this special feast to St. Faustina, why it’s deeply connected to the message of Fatima, and how we can prepare our hearts through the Divine Mercy Novena. Discover the urgency of this devotion for our times—and why now is the time for mercy.
Don’t miss this powerful episode—and share it with someone who needs to hear the message of Divine Mercy.
Thursday Apr 03, 2025
Jubilee Year: A Time of Mercy and Indulgences
Thursday Apr 03, 2025
Thursday Apr 03, 2025
In this episode, Barb Ernster talks with guest Susan Tassone, known as the “Purgatory Lady,” about the Jubilee Year, its significance, and how to gain a special indulgence—including the rare opportunity to receive two in one day. They discuss the importance of forgiving and being forgiven, the connection between indulgences and God’s mercy, and our call to show mercy to others. Plus, hear about the Blue Army Shrine as a Holy Year pilgrimage site.
Don’t miss this powerful discussion! Take advantage of this Jubilee Year by seeking God’s mercy, extending forgiveness, and making a pilgrimage. Share this episode with others and start your journey of grace today!#JubileeYear #Indulgences #GodsMercy #PurgatoryLady #SusanTassone #FatimaToday #BlueArmyShrine #HolyYear #Forgiveness #SpiritualJourney #CatholicFaith #DivineMercy #PlenaryIndulgence #FaithInAction #Pilgrimage #YearofGrace
Thursday Mar 27, 2025
Sister Lucia’s Self-Examination: A Path to Holiness
Thursday Mar 27, 2025
Thursday Mar 27, 2025
Even those blessed with heavenly visions must work toward holiness. Sister Lucia, known for her strong will and impatience, recognized her faults and made a conscious effort to overcome them. In this episode, Barb Ernster and Katie Moran discuss Lucia’s personal self-examination, where she identified struggles with pride, self-love, lack of charity, and spiritual discipline. Her honest reflection serves as a guide for us, especially during Lent, to examine our own weaknesses and grow in virtue. Through her journey, we learn that holiness is not given but earned through daily sacrifice, humility, and surrender to God’s will.
Thursday Mar 20, 2025
Sacrifice Like St. Jacinta and St. Francisco: Embracing Lent with Love
Thursday Mar 20, 2025
Thursday Mar 20, 2025
In this episode of Fatima Today, Barb Ernster and Katie Moran continue their discussion on St. Jacinta’s example of sacrifice and suffering, especially during Lent. They explore how St. Jacinta and St. Francisco embraced small sacrifices with love to help save souls and grow closer to God. Learn how we can follow their example by offering up our own sacrifices, like fasting, almsgiving, and prayer, to deepen our spiritual journey this Lent.
Thursday Mar 13, 2025
St. Joseph: God’s Chosen Protector of Jesus and Mary
Thursday Mar 13, 2025
Thursday Mar 13, 2025
In this episode of Fatima Today, Barb Ernster and Katie Moran talk about St. Joseph—who he was, his family background, and how the Church came to understand his special role. Saints and theologians have taught that he was made holy before birth, like St. John the Baptist, and that he and Mary remained virgins in their marriage. This understanding also helps explain Mary’s question at the Annunciation. The episode also highlights the many important titles God gave St. Joseph to guide and protect Jesus and Mary.
Thursday Mar 06, 2025
Lenten Practices: Penance, Prayer, and Byzantine Traditions
Thursday Mar 06, 2025
Thursday Mar 06, 2025
In this episode of Fatima Today, Barb Ernster and Katie Moran discuss the importance of penance during Lent. Katie shares insights into Byzantine Catholic traditions, including the Moleben prayer service and the Pre-Sanctified Liturgy, which differ from the Roman Catholic Stations of the Cross. They also explore the Blessed Mother’s role in establishing the Stations and reflect on the sufferings of Christ as revealed by mystics like Anne Catherine Emmerich.
Thursday Feb 27, 2025
Lent and the Fatima Children's Embrace of Penance
Thursday Feb 27, 2025
Thursday Feb 27, 2025
In this episode of *Fatima Today*, hosts Barb Ernst and Katie Moran discuss the season of Lent and the powerful example of penance set by the Fatima children, especially St. Jacinta's extraordinary embrace of sacrifice. Katie also shares insights into the Eastern Catholic Lenten traditions, which begin on March 3 and include fasting from meat, dairy, and eggs. Together, they reflect on how our daily duties, embraced with love and patience, can be the most meaningful form of penance. Tune in for inspiration on deepening your Lenten journey!

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