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    Faith at the Ballpark and a Journey Home to the Church

    On this week’s episode of JustLove, Monsignor Sullivan welcomes Father Tom Gibbons and John Scheinfeld to discuss their new documentary Baseball Beyond Belief, exploring how the rhythms and rituals of baseball reflect the deeper spiritual journey and reveal themes of wonder, community, and the search for meaning; after a brief break, the conversation turns to Michelle Benjamin of Our Saviour Parish, who shares her moving return to faith ahead of entering full sacramental life this Easter 2026, reflecting on her upbringing, rediscovery of prayer, and how she and her fiancé are building a shared future grounded in faith and the welcoming parish community that helped guide her journey.

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    Stories of Hope and Solidarity with Kerry Robinson and Monsignor Peter Vaccari

    On this week’s episode of JustLove, Monsignor Sullivan hosts a compelling conversation beginning with Kerry Robinson, President and CEO of Catholic Charities USA, who joins via Zoom to discuss the launch of the inspiring “People of Hope” Museum—an initiative celebrating over a century of compassionate service and highlighting how storytelling can renew the Church’s mission to accompany those in need; following a brief break, Monsignor Sullivan continues with Monsignor Peter Vaccari of Catholic Near East Welfare Association, who reflects on his priestly journey and offers powerful insight into the humanitarian crises facing vulnerable communities across the Middle East, Northeast Africa, India, and Eastern Europe, emphasizing the enduring call to solidarity,…

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    Justice, Peace, and the Passion: Exploring Moral Theology and the Good Friday Pilgrimage

    On today’s episode of Just Love, we have two insightful segments. First, Prof. Tobias Winright, Professor of Moral Theology at Saint Patrick’s Pontifical University in Maynooth, Ireland, joins us to discuss the intersection of Christian moral theology with public safety and social ethics. Drawing from his unique background as both a theologian and former law enforcement officer, Prof. Winright explores the Church’s Just War Theory and how its moral tradition can inform our understanding of justice, peace, and the common good in today’s world. In the second segment, Kat Stone Doyle, Director of Justice and Peace Ministries for the Archdiocese of Atlanta, reflects on the 45th annual Good Friday Stations…

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    Faith, Courage, and Legacy: Exploring OCIA and Shahbaz Bhatti’s Martyrdom

    On this week’s episode of Just Love with Monsignor Kevin Sullivan, we have two powerful segments. First, Marcel LeJeune, President and Founder of Catholic Missionary Disciples, joins us to discuss the growing momentum behind the Order of Christian Initiation for Adults (OCIA), exploring why more adults are returning to the Catholic faith and how OCIA is playing a key role in this resurgence. In the second half, Matt Yocum, author of Blood and Water: The Life and Martyrdom of Shahbaz Bhatti, speaks about the courageous Pakistani Catholic martyr who was assassinated for his unwavering defense of religious freedom. Matt delves into Bhatti’s legacy and how his story can inspire young…

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    Women of the Bible and the Gift of Belonging

    On this week’s episode of Just Love with Monsignor Kevin Sullivan, we explore stories of faith, dignity, and the power of human connection. First, we’re joined by Rene Echevarria, executive producer of the new Fox limited series The Faithful: Women of the Bible, who shares what inspired the project, the challenges of bringing these ancient stories to modern audiences, and why the lives of these biblical women still resonate today. Later, we speak with Juliet Evans-Nembhard, Assistant Director of Residential Support and Services at Catholic Guardian Services, and Jeffrey Wooten, a longtime resident in one of the organization’s Bronx homes. Together, they reflect on the importance of dignity, independence, and…

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