The Simple Truth

The Simple Truth, hosted by Jim Havens, airs each weekday from 4-5PM(EST) on The Station of the Cross Media Network. The focus of the show is authentically receiving, living, and transmitting the simple Truth of Jesus and His Catholic Church. We're in challenging times, but we are made to rise up and meet the challenges before us with Christ. We'll be proclaiming all that is good, true, and beautiful, applying it to real life, and we won't shy away from the difficult topics, especially lifting up the truth in those areas where it is most unpopular, and therefore most needed. As the Catechism of the Catholic Church states: "The disciple of Christ consents to 'live in the truth,' that is, in the simplicity of a life in conformity with the Lord's example, abiding in his truth. "If we say we have fellowship with him while we walk in darkness, we lie and do not live according to the truth." Join us live on the radio, on YouTube, Facebook, or listen to the podcast!

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Episodes

Wednesday Nov 13, 2024

11/13/24 - Fr. Stefano Gobbi was born in Dongo (province of Como, Italy) on March 22, 1930. He was ordained a priest in 1964 and belonged to the Company of Saint Paul. The focal point of his life occurred on May 8, 1972 during a pilgrimage to Fatima. While praying at the "Capelinha", the Chapel of the Apparitions, the Virgin Mary distinctly spoke to him in the form of what Christian spiritual theology defines as "interior locutions." Mary invited him to gather together his brother priests who would welcome the idea of ​​consecrating themselves to Her Immaculate Heart, and of being deeply united with the Holy Father and the Church united to him. Fr. Gobbi asked Our Lady for a sign confirming this request, a sign which he received that same month at the Basilica of the Annunciation in Nazareth. On October 13, 1972, he and two other priests launched the MMP (Marian Movement of Priests), which has spread to the five continents and has seen Fr. Gobbi travel the whole world for meetings of prayer and fraternity called "cenacles".

Tuesday Nov 12, 2024

11/12/24 - Melanie Lyon has been fighting abortion since before she was born. While pregnant with Melanie, her mom would take her to pray at Dr. Ulrich Klopfer's infamous abortion business. In 2018, Melanie received her BA in English from Indiana University and immediately took a position with Right to Life Michiana. As well working for Voices for Life as their Executive Director, she currently serves as the Program Director for South Bend's Sidewalk Advocates for Life Chapter, and has helped grow the local outreach to one of the largest programs in the U.S. Learn more about Voices for Life at https://voicesforlife.com/

Monday Nov 11, 2024

11/11/24 - Catholics for Marriage Restoration (CFMR) assists unjustly abandoned or reluctantly separated men and women who remain faithful to their marriage vows as they hope for reconciliation. This assistance takes many practical forms. It begins with prayer, the most important aid in staying faithful. Since 2021, separated faithful have participated in a daily Rosary conference call. After the call, there is opportunity for fellowship and connection. CFMR facilitates frequent Zoom calls with priests, a therapist, Retrouvaille leaders, an Archdiocese of Atlanta Office of Evangelization and Discipleship employee, noted authors, and a retired lawyer. Educational opportunities, including book discussions with priests and talks given by canon law experts as well as apologists, are also available. The organization anticipates its first-ever retreat in Atlanta in November 2024. The retreat will feature daily Mass, Confession, Adoration, spiritual direction, fellowship, and meals. Engaging speakers will help participants conform themselves to God's truth and His will for their lives. Learn more about CMFR at https://catholicsformarriagerestoration.com/

Thursday Nov 07, 2024

11/8/24 - It's official: Donald J. Trump will serve as the 47th President of the United States! But where do we go from here? Jim and Fr. Imbarrato will break down what comes next for the country and the pro-life movement in the wake of the election results. Can Trump's mind and heart be changed on the life issue? How much progress can we make in the next four years towards the ultimate goal of ending abortion? What can we do moving forward to continue to inspire the next generation of American pro-life leaders? The Men's March: https://themensmarch.com/ Rally for Personhood: https://rallyforpersonhood.com/

Thursday Nov 07, 2024

11/7/24 - Today, there is more science-based evidence for God, the soul, and life after death than ever before. Then why are scores of people turning to unbelief because of "science"? The answer is simple: they do not know the science. Science at the Doorstep to God presents in depth the latest evidence to turn the rising tide of unbelief. Father Robert Spitzer, S.J., synthesizes eight recent studies confirming an intelligent creator of physical reality as well as a transphysical soul capable of surviving bodily death. This is the most comprehensive scientific treatment of God and the afterlife to date. It combines natural scientific method, metaphysical method, medical studies, anthropological and genetics studies, and phenomenological descriptions, showing how each distinct method and data set reinforces the others. Get the book at Ignatius Press

Wednesday Nov 06, 2024

11/6/24 - Domenico da Cese was a priest and Cappuchin friar. He showed signs of a special gift from a young age, correctly predicting an impending earthquake on the day of its occurrence at the age of nine. After becoming a priest in October of 1931, he would eventually travel to San Giovanni and become a close friend of Pio of Pietrelcina, known popularly as Padre Pio. Some years later, he would have his first contact with the Shroud of the Holy Face of Manoppello, eventually committing to sharing the devotion of that Holy Face with as many people as possible.

Tuesday Nov 05, 2024

11/5/24 - We'll bring you live election coverage and breaking updates as the race to 270 electoral votes is underway! How will things play out in crucial swing states like Pennsylvania? Will Donald Trump or Kamala Harris rise to victory? Deacon Fournier is a Constitutional Lawyer and Moral Theologian. Deacon Fournier holds three theology degrees, as well as his Juris Doctor Degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Law. In his decades of legal practice, he has appeared as Co-Counsel in several Pro-Life, Pro-Family and Religious Liberty cases at the US Supreme Court. A published author of 8 Books and hundreds of articles, he is also special counsel and advisor to several ministries.

Monday Nov 04, 2024

11/4/24 - The Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) Movement, started by Donald Trump and Ronald F. Kennedy Jr., is igniting a health revolution in America. It aims to dismantle the corporate stranglehold on our government agencies that has led to widespread chronic disease, environmental degradation, and rampant public distrust. By aligning the health-conscious, independent-minded voters with Trump's proven ability to disrupt the status quo, MAHA seeks to drive a transformative agenda. This includes prioritizing regenerative agriculture, preserving natural habitats, and eliminating toxins from our food, water, and air. The PAC's purpose is to create a broad coalition of voters who are committed to reclaiming America's health, liberty, and environmental integrity—ensuring that these critical issues are front and center as we work to re-elect Donald Trump. MAHA isn't just a political entity; it's a movement with a singular purpose: to ensure that the next four years are defined by a commitment to public health, sustainable practices, and a government that truly serves the people.

Friday Nov 01, 2024

11/1/24 - The Presidential Election is almost here! Jim and Father Imbarrato will sift through each candidate's closing arguments before sharing their own picks and how they came to their decision. We'll close things out reflecting on a powerful poem written by twelve year old Elizabeth, who hits the nail on the head with her emotional plea for the protection of the unborn.

Thursday Oct 31, 2024

10/31/24 - Jesse Romero is an internationally renowned Catholic author and evangelist who sets the hearts of his listeners on fire with a passion for Jesus Christ and His Catholic Church. He is the host of Jesus 911 heard on The Station of the Cross. In The Devil in the City of Angels, Jesse reveals the harrowing details of his experiences with the demonic while working for the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department. From encounters with Richard Ramirez, the infamous "Night Stalker," to the powerful story of how the Rosary drove out a demon that had taken hold of a young man, you'll discover the true stories of spiritual warfare being waged in the streets and alleys of L.A. and learn how the evil one works and how to defeat him.   Get the book at https://tanbooks.com/products/books/5-books/the-devil-in-the-city-of-angels-my-encounters-with-the-diabolical/?srsltid=AfmBOoqnrIrGXxDrjgnY5_NMJu5DaP1pIPAITRB_eJqvXbCzJTiAFxTi

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