Winds of Change Show

Episode #4648 – First day of Summer-Heat is Here!

TGIF! Father Anthony with Tony, and Cristina gather to discuss the goings on, and people in the Parish.  Today is the First Day of Summer-the longest day of the year and the heat is moving in. After prayer, Father turns his attention to the Holy Trinity, and the upcoming Feast of Corpus Christi.  The group chats regarding their experiences with the Holy Eucharist and their encounters with God and marvel at how God is found in the little things that we need or enjoy.  Are these coincidences? No, it’s God present in our lives, because God is our life.

 St. Stanislaus Kostka Parish

Episode #4647 – Ash Wednesday Mass: ALWAYS Packed; Why? (Reair03/06/25)

Fr. Anthony with Tony, and Cristina discuss the season of Lent.  Share their observations of the morning and evening masses of Ash Wednesday, which were both very well attended, actually very crowded! Why is this mass the most packed of the year?  They share their theories as to why that is….Father leads us in prayer, especially for the Pope, recognizing that as we pray for him, we are praying for the church. After prayer, Father revisits the question of Atheism and shares history and the evolution of lent and the origin of the word ‘lent” itself. Central focus of Lent is fasting, why is that?

 St. Stanislaus Kostka Parish

Episode # 4646 – St. Joseph Feast Day & Exploring Behind the Scenes (Reair031925)

Welcome to a Brain Wrinkling Wednesday with Fr. Tom Koys.  Today Father Koys enlightens us regarding St. Joseph.  He shares his history and his works.  He then wrinkles our brain with a discussion regarding the things that occur behind the scenes that impact the forefront, yet we are unaware of them. He correlates how St. Joseph was a behind the scenes person during his time but yet had much impact in his role.  Father Koys continues looking behind the scenes as he discusses events from the gospel.

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Episode #4645 – Mystery & Sacredness of the Mass

Fr. Anthony with Tony, and Cristina gather to discuss the goings on, and people in the Parish.  Father Anthony shares the business of parish life, as there’s always something to keep him busy here.  After much needed prayer, Father’s focus turns to Pope Leo’s words as he has shared to encourage the unity of the Eastern and Western Churches as well as the need for the mysticism and beauty found in the Eastern Church liturgies.  Father expresses that he celebrates the Cannon in Latin on occasion in efforts to bring back the mysticism and the sacredness of the mass.  Many people like the Latin mass and feel like they are brought into the mass in a unique way, may we experience greater mysticism and sacredness.

 St. Stanislaus Kostka Parish

 

Episode #4644 – Identity & Transformation in Encounter Ministry

After offering praise for Fathers of Family and all our Spiritual Fathers that serve as priest, Lauretta turns to Identity and Transformation.  She is joined (after technical difficulties) by her guest, Deacon Rich Holevoet.  They talk about the greatness of the program, Encounter Ministry, as they work to help lead all people to a greater relationship with Jesus.  The ministry will have two summer intensive courses during the Months of June and August.  The first session is scheduled for June 26^th, 27^th, and the 28^th and then again in August on the 21^st, 22^nd, and the 23^rd.  You can go to the website at encounterschool.org/Chicago for more information and to register. Please note there is a discount available of 50% off by using the discount code “JESUS” (all caps).

St. Stanislaus Kostka Parish

Episode #4643 – Feast Day of St. Anthony of Padua & Happy Father’s Day

Fr. Anthony with Tony, and Cristina gather to discuss the goings on, and people in the Parish.  Today is the Feast Day of Anthony of Padua. After prayer, Father turns his attention to sharing about St. Anthony of Padua’s life, his words, and his contributions.  They discuss the significance of his life and draw attention to the need for Fathers as head of the family and in their children’s lives, as we draw close to the celebration of Father’s Day this coming Sunday.    

 St. Stanislaus Kostka Parish

 

Episode #4642 – Does God Suffer?

Fr. Anthony with Tony, and Cristina gather to discuss the goings on, and people in the Parish.  After prayer, Father and the group chat about the sacrifice and the suffering of Jesus and the perpetuation of that sacrifice in the mass. Yesterday was the Feast Day of St. Barnabas, Father shares a letter he wrote and shares that little is known about his life.  Father wonders whether God and the Saints suffer at what they see happening in the world. He recalls the unfortunate acts of evil in the world and how much pain exists and how we need to turn to God.

 St. Stanislaus Kostka Parish

 

Episode #4641 – The Seamless Garment Analogy (Reair 03/12/25)

Welcome to a Brain Wrinkling Wednesday with Fr. Tom Koys.  Today Father Koys wrinkles our brain with a discussion of the Seamless Garment Analogy applied to the moral issues of today.  Is this a proper use of the analogy?  Can we apply weights to the issues of the day as a way to apply a hierarchy to the moral issues we confront today?  He also looks at Protestant ordination and the consideration that it is not biblical based as he identifies ways the ordination of a Protestant Pastor can come about. He invites you to join the St. James Parish in Lemont for a speaker led presentation on the Dobbs Decision, please see their website for details.

 St. Stanislaus Kostka Parish

Episode #4640 – Just Living Life

Fr. Anthony with Tony, and Cristina gather to discuss the goings on, and people in the Parish.  Today is the last day of school, as of noon, the children are on summer break. Father Anthony shares the business of parish life, as there’s always something to keep him busy here.  They chat about times past when parishes had multiple priest as this is not the case in most parishes these days. Father share 5 Powerful tips from Monks to help you make better choices and lead a simpler life.

 St. Stanislaus Kostka Parish

 

Episode #4639 – Celebrating Pentecost

Today Lauretta hosts the program as she is joined by her guest, Maria Vadia, author of the book, “Fire Power”.  They talk about the greatness of Pentecost, the Catholic Charismatic Renewal, and evangelizing with the Holy Spirit.  They chat about the history of Pentecost and its importance.  Lauretta and Maria encourage everyone to get fired up with the Holy Spirit and invite people to attend the Holy Spirit School.  For more information please go to www.daysofglory.org or call 520-414-8129.  The next session is scheduled to take place this July 2025, the 20^th – 26^th in Massachusetts.

St. Stanislaus Kostka Parish