Today is a great day to listen to The Morning Blend. The Vatican fire crew is getting things ready for the conclave. Brenda and Brian tell you what is getting placed on the roof of the Sistine Chapel. Start your Friday with Mater Dei Radio.

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Brian sits down with Sarah Kroger as she shares how music has always been a part of her life.

Read more about Sarah on her webpage.

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Hear what makes St. John Fisher an amazing parish. Brenda talks with their pastor, Fr. Valentine Gasparraj.

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May is the month dedicated to our Blessed Mother. Brenda and Brian run down the important feast days in the springtime month.

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It's the Feast Day of St. Joseph the Worker. Hear the story of why this feast was added to the Church Calendar in 1955. Plus, a big announcement on the next Executive Director at Mater Dei Radio.

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Hear the story of how God lead seminarian, Mauricio Duran, to discern his vocation. Mauricio shares how his journey is aided by the work of the Seminary Tea.

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Anthony DeStefano helps parents teach children the doctrine of The Catholic Church in his new book, "From Bread and Wine to Saints Divine".

More information can be found on Anthony's webpage.

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Who are the U.S. Cardinals that will vote in the conclave? Brenda and Brian have the list plus the latest news from the Vatican. Start your day with The Morning Blend on Mater Dei Radio.

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