The Bishops Hour

The Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix

4.5 (15)
CHRISTIANITY
UPDATED WEEKLY

The Bishop's Hour is a program produced by and for the Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix, presenting Church news and theological reflections, discussing contemporary issues facing today's Catholics in Arizona, and featuring a weekly message from Bishop John P. Dolan

1D AGO

2/14/26 - Incarnation and Lent, Ordination Mass, Weekly Gospel and News

Fr. Kurt Perera joins us to talk about this week's Gospel. Michael Villanueva helps us get ready for Lent by focusing on the Incarnation. We'll get to know Bishop-elect Peter Dai Bui and learn about what happens at an ordination Mass. You'll also get up to date on the latest news and events in the Diocese of Phoenix. Special thanks to Catholic Cemeteries and Funeral Homes for making this show possible.

1 hr
FEB 5

2/7/26 - Weekly Gospel and News

On this podcast-only episode Fr. Kurt Perera joins us to talk about this week's Gospel. You'll also get up to date on the latest news and events in the Diocese of Phoenix. Special thanks to Catholic Cemeteries and Funeral Homes for making this show possible.

22 min
JAN 29

1/31/26 - Virtue of Faith, CDA, Weekly Gospel and News

Fr. Kurt Perera joins us to talk about this week's Gospel. Bishop Dolan kicks off the second year of his pastoral plan, TILMA, with a conversation about faith and Debbie DiCarlo updates us on this year's Charity and Development Appeal. You'll also get up to date on the latest news and events in the Diocese of Phoenix. Special thanks to Catholic Cemeteries and Funeral Homes for making this show possible.

1 hr
JAN 22

1/24/26 - Legislative Session, Women's Conference, Weekly Gospel and News

A special guest joins us to talk about this week's Gospel. Ron Johnson briefs us on what to watch in this year's legislative session. Roberta Bazaldua extends a special invitation to women in the diocese. Catholic high school students get ready for Catholic Schools Week. You'll also get up to date on the latest news and events in the Diocese of Phoenix. Special thanks to Catholic Cemeteries and Funeral Homes for making this show possible.

1 hr
JAN 15

1/17/25 - Conversion, St. Charbel, Weekly Gospel and News

Bishop reflects on Sunday's Gospel. Mark Irizarry shares his faith story and we'll hear a conversation with leaders of the Maronite Church about Pope Leo's recent visit to Lebanon. You'll also get up to date on the latest news and events in the Diocese of Phoenix. Special thanks to Catholic Cemeteries and Funeral Homes for making this show possible.

1 hr
JAN 8

1/10/26 - Catholic Comedy, Biggest News of 2025, Weekly Gospel and News

Bishop reflects on Sunday's Gospel. Steven and Kayla Garone of Catholic Comedy and the St. Philip Neri Festival talk about spreading joy and fun. Bishop, Fr. John Muir and Brett Meister recap the biggest stories from 2025. You'll also get up to date on the latest news and events from the Diocese of Phoenix. Special thanks to Catholic Cemeteries and Funeral Homes for making this show possible.

1 hr
JAN 1

1/3/26 - Baptismal Priesthood, New Auxiliary Bishop, Weekly Gospel and News

Bishop reflects on Sunday's Gospel. Will Wright helps us understand the baptismal priesthood and we'll hear from Bishop-elect Peter Bui. You'll also get up to date on the latest news and events in the Diocese of Phoenix. Special thanks to Catholic Cemeteries and Funeral Homes for making this show possible.

1 hr
12/25/2025

12/27/25 - Conversion Story, Widow Warriors, Weekly Gospel and News

Bishop reflects on Sunday's Gospel. Matthew Boehmer shares his conversion story that began with Christmas Mass. Deborah Sedillo Dugan tells us about the Widow Warriors Ministry. You'll also get up to date on the latest news and events in the Diocese of Phoenix. Special thanks to Catholic Cemeteries and Funeral Homes for making this show possible.

1 hr

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07/31/2022

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07/05/2019

joandietitian

Absolutely terrifying misogynist garbage

The Bishop's Hour is a program produced by and for the Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix, presenting Church news and theological reflections, discussing contemporary issues facing today's Catholics in Arizona, and featuring a weekly message from Bishop John P. Dolan