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Right Now with Ralph Martin

Right Now with Ralph Martin

By Renewal Ministries

Join author, speaker, and world-wide renewal leader, Dr. Ralph Martin, as he shares what the Holy Spirit is stirring up in the Church right now: words of encouragement from the Lord to strengthen you for such a time as this.
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185 :: The Courage and Clarity of Archbishop Chaput

Right Now with Ralph MartinMar 13, 2024

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185 :: The Courage and Clarity of Archbishop Chaput
Mar 13, 202431:10
184 :: Will Many be Saved? with Peter Herbeck
Mar 06, 202426:21
183 :: Grateful for the Resistance of the African Bishops
Feb 28, 202413:54
182 :: Doing God's Will with Fr. Simon Lobo, CC

182 :: Doing God's Will with Fr. Simon Lobo, CC

Ralph sits down with Fr. Simon Lobo of the Companions of the Cross to hear his vocation story and some of the exciting ways God has worked in his priestly ministry to help people encounter the Holy Spirit.

Feb 21, 202422:26
181 :: Cardinal Fernandez’ Unbalanced Pastoral Strategy

181 :: Cardinal Fernandez’ Unbalanced Pastoral Strategy

While Cardinal Fernandez frequently quotes a particular text from the Catechism of the Catholic Church he ignores others that are essential for giving a balanced understanding of the moral issues he frequently addresses.

Feb 21, 202426:14
180 :: Do Not Be Discouraged with Peter Herbeck
Feb 07, 202426:40
179 :: Pope Francis and an Empty Hell
Jan 31, 202429:39
178 :: Evangelizing Contemplatives with Mother Maria Catherine
Jan 24, 202419:31
177 :: Grieving with Hope with Fr. John Riccardo

177 :: Grieving with Hope with Fr. John Riccardo

Fr. John Riccardo joins Ralph to reflect on grieving with hope and praying for those who have gone before us.

Jan 17, 202421:08
176 :: Same Sex Blessings: Clarity in the Confusion
Jan 10, 202424:38
175 :: When Our Secret Hearts Are Revealed

175 :: When Our Secret Hearts Are Revealed

When we encounter the objectivity of Jesus' self-revelation in the Word of God, we have a decision to make: to choose whether or not to be molded in the image of Christ.

Jan 03, 202414:42
174 :: GREATEST HITS | A Marvelous Love

174 :: GREATEST HITS | A Marvelous Love

This week, we revisit a favorite episode where Ralph reflects on the encouragement, blessing, and revelation found in Psalm 16.

Dec 27, 202311:57
173 :: Where Will You Be When the Door Closes

173 :: Where Will You Be When the Door Closes

Ralph reflects on the parable of the wise and foolish virgins to encourage us to be attentive to the demands of Jesus, so that on judgment day, we will be on the right side when the door closes.

Dec 20, 202313:10
172 :: The Heart of Discipleship with Fr. John Riccardo

172 :: The Heart of Discipleship with Fr. John Riccardo

Fr. John joins Ralph in discussing the need for Catholic discipleship and what it takes to be a true disciple of Christ.

Dec 13, 202325:25
171 :: Transgender Godparents?

171 :: Transgender Godparents?

The Vatican recently released a document giving guidelines for all the ways transgender people and active homosexuals can participate in various sacramental situations. This is bound to cause confusion and scandal. RECOMMENDED ARTICLES:

  • 'Transgender' Baptisms? Sorting Out the Vatican’s Recent Statement by John Bursch: https://bit.ly/3R7TdUz
  • "Trans" Baptisms – A Pastor’s Response to the Recent Vatican Document by Monsignor Charles Pope: https://bit.ly/41dgr03
  • Inside the Transgender Empire by Christopher Rufo: https://bit.ly/3Ru7xHl
  • The Post-Christendom Sacramental Crisis: The Wisdom of Thomas Aquinas by Ralph Martin: https://bit.ly/3hIBjaG
Dec 06, 202325:52
170 :: Saying Yes to Jesus with Dr. Michelle Rabideau

170 :: Saying Yes to Jesus with Dr. Michelle Rabideau

Dr. Michelle Rabideau talks with Ralph about how she became a Catholic and a doctor to answer a desire to be on mission for Jesus.

Nov 29, 202324:16
169 :: The Synod and a Paradigm Shift

169 :: The Synod and a Paradigm Shift

Ralph discusses a recent document that called for a “paradigm shift” in how we do theology which perhaps reveals the underlying methodology of the Synod and what a synodal church might actually look like.

Nov 22, 202325:13
168 :: Priestly Renewal with Fr. John Horn

168 :: Priestly Renewal with Fr. John Horn

Ralph sits down with Fr. John Horn to hear about his call to the priesthood and the foundation of the Institute for Priestly Formation.

Nov 15, 202319:37
The Pastoral Strategy of Vatican II: Time for a Change
Nov 08, 202327:35
166 :: GREATEST HITS | Death, Judgment, Heaven, and Hell

166 :: GREATEST HITS | Death, Judgment, Heaven, and Hell

As we begin the month of November, a month traditionally dedicated to the souls in purgatory, we revisit a favorite episode where Ralph shares about the four last things: death, judgment, heaven, and hell.

Nov 01, 202338:59
165 :: WHO is Really Present in the Holy Eucharist?

165 :: WHO is Really Present in the Holy Eucharist?

The Word of God became flesh and dwelt among us! Not only that, but He became our precious, holy food for the journey in the Holy Eucharist. Who do we encounter in the Eucharist? Who is the Eucharist for? Do we understand what is required of us to approach our Lord and God in the Holy Eucharist?

Oct 25, 202324:48
164 :: Journey with a Saint with Linda Schaefer

164 :: Journey with a Saint with Linda Schaefer

Journalist Linda Schaefer joins Ralph to tell the story of her career, how it took an unexpected turn, and her life-changing connection with St. Teresa of Calcutta.

Oct 18, 202325:02
163 :: Longing for God

163 :: Longing for God

This week Ralph talks about thirsting for the Lord as he reflects on Psalm 63.

Oct 11, 202309:42
162 :: Priestly Joy with Fr. Tim MacDonald

162 :: Priestly Joy with Fr. Tim MacDonald

Fr. Tim MacDonald joins Ralph to share his exuberance at being called to be a priest, and his love for his vocation.

Oct 04, 202322:04
161 :: Is This the Worst Crisis the Church Has Ever Faced?
Sep 27, 202333:18
160 :: Learning from the Saints with Dr. Joanne Storm
Sep 20, 202321:07
159 :: Put Our Isaac on the Altar

159 :: Put Our Isaac on the Altar

Ralph discusses Abraham's extraordinary test of faith in Genesis 22: his willingness to sacrifice Isaac and encourages us to sacrifice out of love for Christ so as to experience true peace, freedom, and joy.

Sep 13, 202318:28
158 :: Joy in the Holy Spirit with Peter Herbeck
Sep 06, 202326:02
157 :: We Happy Few

157 :: We Happy Few

Inspired by a St. Crispin's speech in Shakespeare's “Henry V,” Ralph encourages us to face battles with great courage even while facing overwhelming odds.
Aug 30, 202318:20
156 :: I've Done My Time with Anthony DeLuca

156 :: I've Done My Time with Anthony DeLuca

This week, former convict Anthony DeLuca joins Ralph to tell the story of his imprisonment and return to the Church.

Aug 23, 202322:57
155 :: Greatest Hits | A Preview of Coming Attractions: Mary's Assumption Into Heaven
Aug 15, 202323:50
154 :: Drawn to the Church with Fr. Steve Mattson

154 :: Drawn to the Church with Fr. Steve Mattson

Fr. Steve Mattson joins Ralph to talk about being drawn to the Catholic Church and how he wound up a priest.

Aug 09, 202325:15
153 :: We Don't Have to Guess
Aug 02, 202308:34
152 :: Where We Are Being Led, Part Two
Jul 26, 202313:03
151 :: It is Now Unmistakably Clear Where We Are Being Led

151 :: It is Now Unmistakably Clear Where We Are Being Led

Ralph offers a sober review of recent actions of Church leaders, particularly the appointment of Archbishop Fernandez as head of the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith.

Jul 19, 202329:58
150 :: A Man on a Mission with Kevin O'Brien
Jul 12, 202326:15
149 :: Worthy of Eternal Life? Who?
Jul 05, 202312:22
148 :: All for Jesus with Sr. Mary Rose Bratlien

148 :: All for Jesus with Sr. Mary Rose Bratlien

Ralph is joined by Peter Herbeck and Sr. Mary Rose Bratlien, T.O.R. of the Franciscan Sisters T.O.R. of Penance of the Sorrowful Mother as she shares her vocation story.

Jun 28, 202326:13
147 :: Doomed by the Eucharist
Jun 21, 202315:26
146 :: The State of the World with Michael O'Brien
Jun 14, 202321:20
145 :: Save Yourself From This Wicked Generation
Jun 07, 202314:17
144 :: Faith and Culture with Michael O'Brien

144 :: Faith and Culture with Michael O'Brien

Author Michael O'Brien joins Ralph to take a look at his own conversion and the ramifications of times we live in.

May 31, 202322:31
143 :: The Day of Judgment Has Been Set

143 :: The Day of Judgment Has Been Set

Today, Ralph discusses Acts 17:30-31: "The times of ignorance God overlooked, but now he commands all men everywhere to repent, because he has fixed a day on which he will judge the world in righteousness by a man whom he has appointed, and of this he has given assurance to all men by raising him from the dead."

May 24, 202314:55
142 :: Chastity is a Virtue with Pam Stenzel
May 17, 202322:55
141 :: The Judge Has Already Been Appointed

141 :: The Judge Has Already Been Appointed

This week Ralph looks at Acts 10:42-43: "He commissioned us to preach to the people and testify that he is the one appointed by God as judge of the living and the dead. To him all the prophets bear witness, that everyone who believes in him will receive forgiveness of sins through his name."

May 10, 202314:02
140 :: We Want You to Know Jesus!

140 :: We Want You to Know Jesus!

This week, Peter joins Ralph for a special podcast sharing about the heart of Renewal Ministries' mission and purpose, and to invite you to be a part of it.

May 03, 202314:34
139 :: Choosing Chastity with Pam Stenzel

139 :: Choosing Chastity with Pam Stenzel

Popular speaker Pam Stenzel shares her story and what inspired her to speak on chastity to teens with Ralph.

Apr 26, 202321:58
138 :: What's Happening to Our Young People?

138 :: What's Happening to Our Young People?

Ralph speaks to grave challenges facing today's young people and the fact that so few are embracing belief in the Gospel.

Apr 19, 202327:22
137 :: My Family, My Church with Fr. Steve Anderson

137 :: My Family, My Church with Fr. Steve Anderson

Catholic convert Fr. Steve Anderson joins Ralph to tell the story of how he and his family found their home in the Catholic Church.

Apr 12, 202322:28
136 :: Prepare Yourselves for an Ordeal

136 :: Prepare Yourselves for an Ordeal

Ralph reflects on Sirach 2:1, "My child, when you begin to serve the Lord, prepare yourself for an ordeal," to help us better understand what this potentially startling verse means.

Apr 05, 202317:05