What do you do with the grief and pain when loved ones are senselessly murdered as in the 1995 Oklahoma City bombing of the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building?

Although I am not a political animal, I do have an appreciation for the faithful Catholics who speak about worldly affairs. On the local level, Catholics like Brett Farley make room for Catholic voices in legislation and opinion.

" I have been listening to "The Miracle Hunter ", an EWTN program, broadcast Saturdays at 6 PM on OKCR,  and it has led me to this question: Do you consider answers to your prayers miraculous? I cannot answer that question without thinking of Bartimeus, the blind man Jesus encountered when he was leaving Jericho.

My sister Katy was named for our aunt, Kathleen O'Brien, who was our mother's best friend and youngest sister. She never married, but she was devoted to my mother and her children. Since her death, Katy has annually hosted "The Grandma and Aunt Katie Haviland China Luncheon" to honor Aunt Katie, our mother, and grandmother. It is a highly anticipated event for me, my daughters, and Katy's friends.

Last month, I told you about the upcoming, expanded, Spring Radiothon, scheduled May 6th - 8th. Not only will the radiothon air over the course of two and a half days, but new equipment will deliver the radiothon beyond the studio confines.

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"Did you know about this? In 1861, at the request of a committee of the joint house's of Congress, President Lincoln declared by proclamation " a day of National Humiliation, Prayer and Fasting." Congress wanted the day marked by "religious solemnities and the offering of fervent supplications to Almighty God for the safety and welfare of these States." This occurred while our young country was embroiled in the devastating Civil War.

"Listening is not the only way I have been influenced by Catholic radio. The listeners and volunteers I work with play a vital part in cultivating my faith. Allow me to pay tribute to my friend and colleague, Marlene Stapp in that role.