On this episode, Bishop Burbidge speaks on: 

  • Prayer and Aid for Victims of Texas Flash Floods, opening with prayers for all impacted by the devastating flash floods in central Texas.
  • Big Beautiful Bill, and the elimination of the Johnson Amendment offering brief comments on areas we can commend — including sharing the USCCB’s strong advocacy for upholding the dignity of every child — and those areas which we can challenge 
  • National Natural Family Planning (NFP) Awareness Week, reflecting on this year’s theme “Pursue a lasting love…Marriage. Create hope for the future,” which highlights the beauty of God’s design for marriage, the prophetic teaching of Humanae Vitae, and how NFP empowers couples with hope, dignity, and trust
  • Quo Vadis and Fiat, sharing how these inspiring summer camps help young men and women discern God’s unique call for their lives with openness, faith, and joy
  • Diocesan Week of Service, announcing news about the Diocese’s first-ever Week of Service this November, calling all parishioners to put Love in Action through Service in Community, rooted in the Spiritual and Corporal Works of Mercy 

And answers the following question from the faithful: 

  • How can I bring my family closer to God during these busy summer months? 

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