Kresta in the Afternoon

Jul 12 2024 2983 ep. 24 mins 9

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For decades, Al Kresta captivated listeners with conversations of consequence on the Things That Matter Most. With the New York Times in one hand and the Catechism of the Catholic Church in the other, he helped us to Build the Church and Bless the Nation. Shortly after his death from cancer in June 2024, Ave Maria Radio retired the Kresta in the Afternoon program. The archives of the program are available here. We invite you to tune in daily to our new program, Ave Maria in the Afternoon, with Dr. Marcus Peter. Subscribe to the podcast at https://open.spotify.com/show/33WgH5YWSQ7ZmLrevatjJY

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The Final Kresta in the Afternoon Segment - James Kresta (12 July, 2024)

Jul 12 2024 14 mins

It’s come to this: the final segment of Kresta in the Afternoon. Al’s son James helps us say goodbye, and say hello to our new program.

Direct to My Desk: Al’s Favorite Books (12 July, 2024)

Jul 12 2024 25 mins

Al loved taking calls from listeners and one his most popular segments was our annual “Book Recommendation” open line. In these segments, we invite you to call in and share the best book you remember learning about on Kresta in the Afternoon.

Kresta in the Afternoon’s Silent, most important Supporter - Sally Kresta (12 July, 2024)

Jul 12 2024 15 mins

If you listened to Kresta in the Afternoon over the years, you know how devoted Al was to his wife, Sally. But you may not know how important she was to the program. Sally gives us a behind-the-scenes look.

Catholic Radio and the power to Evangelize - Peter Herbeck (12 July, 2024)

Jul 12 2024 12 mins

For decades, Al and Peter Herbeck worked together to spread the Gospel. Peter shares some memories and discusses how we can use Catholic radio for evangelization.

Marcus Commentary: The Legacy of Kresta in the Afternoon (12 July, 2024)

Jul 12 2024 12 mins

Today is the final episode of Kresta in the Afternoon. Marcus shares some thoughts on the legacy of the program, connecting it to George Washington’s farewell address.

Jesus Sends Out the Apostles - Peggy Stanton(11 July 2024)

Jul 11 2024 13 mins

In this Sunday’s Gospel, Jesus sends out the apostles two by two, instructing them to preach, heal the sick, and cast out unclean spirits. Peggy Stanton helps us prepare for the Sunday reading.

Senate Republicans Block Democrat Bill for Abortions Up to Birth Nationwide - Monica Miller(11 July 2024)

Jul 11 2024 12 mins

Senate Republicans have blocked legislation to push abortions up to birth nationwide. Monica Miller has the details.

Marcus Commentary: How St. Benedict Saved Western Civilization (11 July 2024)

Jul 11 2024 12 mins

Marcus talks about St Benedict of Nursia.

Marcus Commentary: Is Pride month changing? (10 July, 2024)

Jul 10 2024 12 mins

Last month a group called “Queers for Palestine” protested a local Pride Parade on the grounds that it was a symbol of oppression. Marcus discusses.

What does the Bible say about Reconciliation - James Prothro(10 July 2024)

Jul 10 2024 28 mins

One of Jesus’ most famous parables is the tale of the Prodigal Son, and its message of God’s repentance and forgiveness. This encounter with God’s mercy receives special expression in sacrament of Reconciliation, through which God’s wayward children are forgiven and restored by God’s grace to life in the household of God, which is the Church. James Protho joins us with mo