Good morning, it is Monday, May 20th, 2024. On the program:President Joe Biden calls his GOP opponent, former President Donald Trump, “screwy” at NAACP dinner in DetroitFirst Lady and Second Gentleman campaign across MichiganGeneral Motors to bring plug-in hybrids to United StatesLocal weather for Detroit and SaginawPlus: Sister Ann Shield, SGL shares the truth about Pentecost.SAINT PAUL VI SAYS: Meditating on the close relationships between Mary and the Church, for the glory of the Virgin Mary and for our own consolation, we proclaim the Most Blessed Mary Mother of the Church, that is to say of all the people of God, of the faithful as well as of the pastors, who call her the most loving Mother. And we wish that the Mother of God should be still more honoured and invoked by the entire Christian people by this most sweet title.Advertisements heard on this platform are not sold by or affiliated with Ave Maria Radio.

Good morning, it is Friday, May 17th, 2024. On the program:Wayne County jury convicts Jaylin Brazier of second degree murder in death of Zion FosterToddler kills himself with a pistol; father facing chargesUpdate from the borderHeading north for Memorial Day? Expect delays at the Mackinac Bridge.Local weather for Detroit and SaginawSAINT HILARY OF POITIERS SAYS:   We receive the Spirit of truth so that we can know the things of God. In order to grasp this, consider how useless the faculties of the human body would become if they were denied their exercise. … It is the same with the human soul. Unless it absorbs the gift of the Spirit through faith, the mind has the ability to know God but lacks the light necessary for that knowledge.Advertisements heard on this platform are not sold by or affiliated with Ave Maria Radio.

Good morning, it is Thursday, May 16th, 2024. On the program:Ascension Michigan still unable to fill prescriptions due to ransomware attackConstruction progressing at new international bridge crossing in Detroit2024 schedule announced for Lions; will play LA Rams at Ford Field on Sunday NightLocal weather for Detroit and SaginawPlus: Dr. Ray explains what makes a good predictor of future behavior SAINT CYRIL OF ALEXANDRIA SAYS: After Christ had completed his mission on earth, it still remained necessary for us to become sharers in the divine nature of the Word. We had to give up our own life and be so transformed that we would begin to live an entirely new kind of life that would be pleasing to God.Advertisements heard on this platform are not sold by or affiliated with Ave Maria Radio.

Good morning, it is Wednesday, May 15th, 2024. Today is the feast of Saint Isidore. On the program:Sheriff Mike Bouchard says multi-state Chilean gangs have been robbing homes in Oakland CountyTwo teens escaped from Children’s VillageBelle Isle sees steady growth in visitorsLocal weather for Detroit and SaginawLUMEN GENTIUM SAYS:  The Spirit dwells in the Church and in the hearts of the faithful as in a temple. He prays in them and bears witness in them to their adoption as sons. The Holy Spirit leads the Church into all truth and gives it unity in communion and in service. He endows it with different hierarchical and charismatic gifts, directs it by their means, and enriches it with his fruits.Plus: Bishop Paul Bradley discusses the virtue of hope amidst anxietyAdvertisements heard on this platform are not sold by or affiliated with Ave Maria Radio.

Good morning, it is Tuesday, May 14th, 2024. Today is the feast of Saint Matthias. On the program:AG Dana Nessel’s office taking over investigation into death of Samuel SterlingMore info about small plane crash in NoviUniversity of Michigan-Flint to pick new chancellorDetroit Lions extend Jared Goff’s contract and sell out season ticketsLocal weather for Detroit and SaginawPlus: Father Thomas Loya explains self loveSAINT THOMAS AQUINAS SAYS: The Apostles, as more abounding in the Holy Spirit, are to be preferred above all the other saints, whatever the prerogative that shines forth in them—virginity, or doctrine, or martyrdom.Advertisements heard on this platform are not sold by or affiliated with Ave Maria Radio.

Good morning, it is Monday, May 13th, 2024. Today is the memorial of Our Lady of Fatima. On the program:Hundreds thinking about whats next after tornadoes in west MichiganJudge allows blood stained jacket worn by defendant into murder trial for Detroit synagogue leader Samantha WollBlessed Sacrament Cathedral unveils new Marian GrottoMichigan Panthers mark third straight win and Detroit Pistons pick fifth in NBA draftLocal weather for Detroit and SaginawPlus: Johnette Williams details the consequences of recent Title IX changes SAINT EPHRAEM SAYS: Mary was made heaven on our behalf by bearing the divinity of Christ. ... He chose her alone from the whole assembly of virgins to be an instrument of our salvation.Advertisements heard on this platform are not sold by or affiliated with Ave Maria Radio.

Good morning, it is Friday, May 10th, 2024.On the program today, Matthew Handley shares two readings from the Office of Readings for today.  The first is from St. Paul's letter to the Ephesians (4:1-14).  The second is a sermon by St. Augustine on the Ascension.Cover art: The Ascension by Rembrandt (1636)Advertisements heard on this platform are not sold by or affiliated with Ave Maria Radio.

Good morning, it is Thursday, May 9th, 2024. On the program:National Weather Service confirms EF2 tornado in PortageUniversity of Michigan President to testify before Congress on what he is doing to combat antisemitismKent County Marine deputy will not be charged after leaving his gun in school bathroomLocal weather for Detroit and SaginawPlus: An updated on Al Kresta SAINT GREGORY OF NYSSA SAYS: When love has entirely cast out fear, and fear has been transformed into love, then the unity brought us by our saviour will be fully realised, for all men will be united with one another through their union with the one supreme GoodAdvertisements heard on this platform are not sold by or affiliated with Ave Maria Radio.

Good morning, it is Wednesday, May 8th, 2024. On the program:National Weather Service confirms three tornadoes touched down in St. Joseph and Kalamazoo Counties16 year old arrested for shooting of two women and two children in DetroitBay City commissioners ask Bay City Bridge Partners to lower tolls in wake of billing mistakesLocal weather for Detroit and SaginawPlus: Al Kresta and Dr. Greg Popcak talk about moral realtivism SAINT AUGUSTINE SAYS: There are two ways of life that God has commended to the Church. One is through faith, the other is through vision. One is in pilgrimage through a foreign land, the other is in our eternal home.Advertisements heard on this platform are not sold by or affiliated with Ave Maria Radio.

Good morning, it is Tuesday, May 7th, 2024. On the program:Vice President Kamala Harris promotes Biden Administration’s efforts to invest in electric vehicle manufacturing during campaign stop in DetroitImaculata statue crown missing for forty-four years found in St. Hyacinth basement in DetroitRequiescat in pace: Sr. Gloria Korhonen, OP and Sr. Faye McFarlane, IHMLocal weather for Detroit and SaginawPlus: Why do some couples seem to grow apart? SAINT CYRIL OF ALEXANDRIA SAYS: We are no longer mere men, but sons of God and citizens of Heaven, through becoming partakers of the divine nature.Advertisements heard on this platform are not sold by or affiliated with Ave Maria Radio.

Good morning, it is Monday, May 6th, 2024. On the program:Pro-Palestinian protesters disrupt commencement ceremony at the University of Michigan in Ann ArborGenesee County sheriff announces body of missing girl has been found in FlintMichigan Panthers top Arlington Renegades in final seconds of game in week 6 of UFLLocal weather for Detroit and SaginawPlus: Advice on following God’s plan DIDYMUS OF ALEXANDRIA SAYS: We need the Holy Spirit to perfect and renew us, for spiritual fire can cleanse us, and spiritual water can recast us as in a furnace and make us into new men.Advertisements heard on this platform are not sold by or affiliated with Ave Maria Radio.

Good morning, it is Friday, May 3rd, 2024. Today is the memorial of St. Phillip and James.On the program:Former Michigan House Speaker Lee Chatfield and his wife plead not guilty on embezzlement chargesDetroit police investigating shooting at park that injured two childrenPresident Joe Biden says campus encampments are not peaceful protestsLocal weather for Detroit and SaginawTERTULLIAN SAYS : Every family has to be traced back to its origins. That is why we can say that all these great churches constitute that one original Church of the apostles; for it is from them that they all come.Advertisements heard on this platform are not sold by or affiliated with Ave Maria Radio.

Good morning, it is Thursday, May 2nd, 2024. Today is the memorial of St. Athanasius. On the program:Former President Donald Trump campaigns in Freeland saying abortion should be left up to the statesThree Rivers men charged with labor traffickingFormer advisor to former Governor Rick Snyder files paperwork showing intention to sue state officials including Governor Gretchen Whitmer and Attorney General Dana NesselLocal weather for Detroit and SaginawSAINT ATHANASIUS SAYS: The corruption of death no longer holds any power over mankind, thanks to the Word, who has come to dwell among them through his one body.Advertisements heard on this platform are not sold by or affiliated with Ave Maria Radio.

Good morning, it is Wednesday, May 1st, 2024. Today is the memorial of St. Joseph the Worker.On the program:Woman who crashed into boat club in Monroe County has probable cause hearing delayedCurtis Hertel and Adam Hollier face challenges to their petitions to run for US HouseMichigan’s Unemployment Insurance Agency to pay out $55 million individuals whose claims were mishandled during COVID-19Local weather for Detroit and SaginawPlus: Dr. Ray Guarendi explains that discipline doesn’t break a child’s spirit GUADIUM ET SPES SAYS:   Man, created in God’s image, has been commissioned to master the earth and all it contains, and so rule the world in justice and holiness.Advertisements heard on this platform are not sold by or affiliated with Ave Maria Radio.

Good morning, it is Tuesday, April 30th, 2024.  Today is the memorial of Pope Saint Pius V.On the program:    • Amidst protests on campus, University of Michigan preparing for commencement ceremonies    • Hundreds turn out for funeral for Samuel Sterling    • Former Republican Representative Peter Meijer drops out of senate race    • Local weather for Detroit and SaginawPlus: Barb Erstner is speaking this weekend at the Our Lady of Fatima Shrine in RiverviewST. AUGUSTINE SAYS: The Church, which is founded upon Christ, received from him the keys of the kingdom of heaven. ... Therefore this Church, by loving and following Christ, is set free from evil.Advertisements heard on this platform are not sold by or affiliated with Ave Maria Radio.

Good morning, it is Monday, April 29th, 2024.  Today is the memorial of St. Catherine of Siena.On the program:    • Michigan State University students join nationwide protests against Israel-Hamas war    • Samuel Sterling’s death ruled an accident by Kent County officials    • 775,000 showed up for the NFL Draft in Detroit    • Local weather for Detroit and SaginawPlus: Dr. Greg Popcak shares what it takes for faith to stick with your childrenST. CATHERINE OF SIENA SAYS:   Eternal Trinity, Godhead, mystery deep as the sea, you could give me no greater gift than the gift of yourself. For you are a fire ever burning and never consumed, which itself consumes all the selfish love that fills my being.Advertisements heard on this platform are not sold by or affiliated with Ave Maria Radio.

Good morning, it is Friday, April 26th, 2024.  On the program:    • AG Dana Nessel’s office says former President Donald Trump and others are unindicted co-conspirators in state’s investigation into fake elector scheme    • Warren police ask public to get free gun locks    • St. Paul Street Evangelization is on the ground at the NFL Draft    • Local weather for Detroit and SaginawST. MAXIMUS OF TURIN SAYS:   Christ is risen. His rising brings life to the dead, forgiveness to sinners, and glory to the saints. And so David the prophet summons all creation to join in celebrating the Easter festival: Rejoice and be glad, he cries, on this day which the Lord has made.

Good morning, it is Thursday, April 25th, 2024.  Today is the Feast of St. Mark.On the program:    Special Report: - Protesters camp out on the Diag at UofM in Ann Arbor in support of Hamas - Governor Gretchen Whitmer condemns hateful rhetoric being used by protesters - Jewish students say they do not feel safe on campusAlso in the news:    • Former Grand Rapids Catholic Central High School teacher facing charges of third-degree criminal sexual conduct involving a student     • UAW condemns Stellantis layoffs    • Local weather for Detroit and SaginawPlus: When is anger appropriate?ST. IRENAEUS SAYS: The Church, which has spread everywhere, even to the ends of the earth, received the faith from the apostles and their disciples. By faith, we believe in one God, the almighty Father who made heaven and earth and the sea and all that is in them.Advertisements heard on this platform are not sold by or affiliated with Ave Maria Radio.

Good morning, it is Wednesday, April 24th, 2024.  Today is the Memorial of St. Fidelis of Sigmaringen.On the program:        • Marshella Chidester charged with second degree murder for deaths of eight and four year-old after drunk driving crash    • Mother of the slain children suing Chidester and local bar that served her    • DTE installing device to help them respond to power outages faster    • Local weather for Detroit and SaginawPlus: Dr. Greg Popcak has advice on talking to your adult children about GodST. HILARY OF POITIERS SAYS: This is what gives us life: that we have Christ dwelling within our carnal selves through the flesh, and we shall live because of him in the same manner as he lives because of the Father.Advertisements heard on this platform are not sold by or affiliated with Ave Maria Radio.

Good morning, it is Tuesday, April 23rd, 2024.  Today is the Memorial of St. George and the Memorial of St. Adalbert of Prague.On the program:Monroe County Prosecuting Attorney Jeffery Yorkey says he expects to make a decision on charges for drunk driver who killed two at a birthday partyDetroit Police Chief James White says the city is ready for the NFL DraftLocal Catholic high school senior will be helping out at the NFL DraftLocal weather for Detroit and SaginawPlus: Possible connections between the mental health crisis and church attendanceST. PETER DAMIAN SAYS: Truly we must be cleansed of the stains of our past sins and be resplendent in the virtue of our new way of life. Then we can be confident of celebrating Easter worthily and of truly following the example of the blessed martyrs.Advertisements heard on this platform are not sold by or affiliated with Ave Maria Radio.