Michigan Mornings® Saturday

The Purple Catholic
The Purple Catholic

Matthew Handley reports on Michigan local news and weather and highlights the best of the week from Ave Maria Radio. © 2026 MH Media Ventures, LLC. All rights reserved. purplecatholic.com

  1. 5d ago

    8/22/26 - Taking a look at mental health

    Good morning! It is Saturday, August 22. Today is the memorial of the Queenship of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Today on Michigan Mornings® Saturday, Dr. Marcus Peter and Dr. Greg Popcak discuss how mental health can affect Mass attendance and parish life. Also on the program: Matthew shares how to respond to unruly claims. Dr. Ray Guarendi does something similar. Vanessa Denha-Garmo talks to Fr. Wade Menezes about his new podcast for men. Plus: Your local news and weather. Listen to Michigan Mornings® Saturday on Ave Maria Radio! Tune in Saturdays at 8am on these great stations: * Detroit, MI - 990AM * Lansing, MI - 1390AM * Ann Arbor, MI - 107.9FM * Southfield, MI - 105.5FM * Saginaw / Bay City, MI - 1440AM * Midland, MI - 105.9FM and around the world at AveMariaRadio.net. Click here to listen live! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit purplecatholic.com/subscribe

  2. Aug 15

    8/15/26 - Are data centers worth it?

    Good morning! It is Saturday, August 15. Today is the solemnity of the Assumption. Today on Michigan Mornings® Saturday, Dr. Marcus Peter and Thomas Doran discuss data centers, the energy they use, the impact on the community, and, ultimately, whether they are worth the cost. Also on the program: Matthew shares selections from Munificentissimus Deus on Mary’s assumption to heaven. United Community Family Services–Chaldean American Ladies of Charity needs your help in a fundraising challenge to support causes in southeast Michigan. (Learn more here: ucfamilyservices.org) Plus: Your local news and weather. Listen to Michigan Mornings® Saturday on Ave Maria Radio! Tune in Saturdays at 8am on these great stations: * Detroit, MI - 990AM * Lansing, MI - 1390AM * Ann Arbor, MI - 107.9FM * Southfield, MI - 105.5FM * Saginaw / Bay City, MI - 1440AM * Midland, MI - 105.9FM and around the world at AveMariaRadio.net. Click here to listen live! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit purplecatholic.com/subscribe

  3. Aug 8

    8/8/26 - Behind the numbers in the Archdiocese of Detroit restructuring

    Good morning! It is Saturday, August 8th. Today is the memorial of St. Dominic. Today on Michigan Mornings® Saturday, Matthew speaks to Brendan Hodge of the Pillar about the data the Archdiocese of Detroit is using to justify its restructuring. Also on the program: Matthew breaks down Abdul El-Sayed’s Democratic primary victory and its implications for the general election in November. Local events for the Solemnity of the Assumption! Plus: Your local news and weather. Listen to Michigan Mornings® Saturday on Ave Maria Radio! Tune in Saturdays at 8am on these great stations: * Detroit, MI - 990AM * Lansing, MI - 1390AM * Ann Arbor, MI - 107.9FM * Southfield, MI - 105.5FM * Saginaw / Bay City, MI - 1440AM * Midland, MI - 105.9FM and around the world at AveMariaRadio.net. Click here to listen live! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit purplecatholic.com/subscribe

  4. Aug 1

    8/1/26 - Oakland County decides Planned Parenthood needs more money too

    Good morning! It is Saturday, August 1st. Today is the memorial of St. Alphonsus Ligouri. Today on Michigan Mornings® Saturday, Matthew looks into a proposal from Oakland County to contract with Planned Parenthood for some health services. Also on the program: Fr. Karl Finkbeiner shares his testimony. Are you a happy camper? (w/ Dr. Greg and Lisa Popcak) Plus: Your local news and weather. Listen to Michigan Mornings® Saturday on Ave Maria Radio! Tune in Saturdays at 8am on these great stations: * Detroit, MI - 990AM * Lansing, MI - 1390AM * Ann Arbor, MI - 107.9FM * Southfield, MI - 105.5FM * Saginaw / Bay City, MI - 1440AM * Midland, MI - 105.9FM and around the world at AveMariaRadio.net. Click here to listen live! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit purplecatholic.com/subscribe

  5. Jul 25

    7/25/26 - The state has an interest in the success of non-public schools

    Good morning! It is Saturday, July 25, the feast of St. Mark. Today on Michigan Mornings® Saturday, Matthew breaks down the new state budget and the benefits it includes for Catholic schools. Also on the program: Your actions after praying make a difference (w/ Dr. Ray Guarendi). We must know who God is (w/ Fr. John Riccardo). A strong laity makes a strong parish (w/ Bishop Francis Kalabat). Plus: Your local news and weather. Listen to Michigan Mornings® Saturday on Ave Maria Radio! Tune in Saturdays at 8am on these great stations: * Detroit, MI - 990AM * Lansing, MI - 1390AM * Ann Arbor, MI - 107.9FM * Southfield, MI - 105.5FM * Saginaw / Bay City, MI - 1440AM * Midland, MI - 105.9FM and around the world at AveMariaRadio.net. Click here to listen live! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit purplecatholic.com/subscribe

  6. Jul 18

    7/18/26 - The Michigan primary is August 4; are you ready?

    Good morning! It is Saturday, July 18, the memorial of St. Camillus de Lellis, priest. On the inaugural episode of Michigan Mornings® Saturday, Matthew highlights the importance of participating in local elections, especially with the August 4th primary just around the corner. Also on the program: As the federal government has worked to end taxpayer subsidies and grants for Planned Parenthood, one Michigan county decides it’s going to send its money to the abortion giant. Having a therapist who understands your faith can make all the difference. Plus: Your local news and weather. Listen to Michigan Mornings® Saturday on Ave Maria Radio! Tune in Saturdays at 8am on these great stations: * Detroit, MI - 990AM * Lansing, MI - 1390AM * Ann Arbor, MI - 107.9FM * Southfield, MI - 105.5FM * Saginaw / Bay City, MI - 1440AM * Midland, MI - 105.9FM and around the world at AveMariaRadio.net. Click here to listen live! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit purplecatholic.com/subscribe

    7/18/26 - The Michigan primary is August 4; are you ready?

  7. Trailer

    Michigan Mornings® Saturday

    Michigan Mornings® Saturday will be premiering on Ave Maria Radio’s Michigan stations on Saturday, July 18, at 8am. Tune in to catch the latest in local news relevant to Catholics around the state, an update on local weather, interviews and commentaries, and the best segments of the week from Ave Maria Radio. As we move into American Catholic radio’s third decade, stations will have to ensure that the content they are providing is relevant to listeners. Ave Maria Radio has continued to do that. Adding Michigan Mornings® Saturday to its local lineup further solidifies its commitment to Catholics across our great state and beyond. Tune in to Michigan Mornings® Saturday on these great stations: Detroit - 990 AMAnn Arbor - 107.9 FMSouthfield - 105.5 FMLansing - 1390 AMMidland - 105.9 FMSaginaw and Bay City - 1440 AM and around the world at AveMariaRadio.net. You can also listen on demand here at PurpleCatholic.com. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit purplecatholic.com/subscribe

    Michigan Mornings® Saturday

  8. Apr 19 ·  Bonus

    What's the problem with peace?

    Matthew comments on President Donald Trump’s salvo against Pope Leo XIV and asks Trump’s supporters why they are opposed to peace. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit purplecatholic.com/subscribe

    What's the problem with peace?
See All (29)

Trailers

About

Matthew Handley reports on Michigan local news and weather and highlights the best of the week from Ave Maria Radio. © 2026 MH Media Ventures, LLC. All rights reserved. purplecatholic.com

Information

More From The Purple Catholic

You Might Also Like