Fr. Francesco Giordano, Regional Director for Human Life International in Europe, discusses Pope Leo’s papacy, his unique global background, and what his leadership means for the Catholic Church, life, and family in today’s divided world.

Fr. Giordano shares touching stories of his encounters with Pope Leo—both as a cardinal and as pope—and reflects on his humility, attentiveness, and deep understanding of the Church’s global mission.

Key Topics Discussed:

• Fr. Giordano’s first meeting with Pope Leo in Rome
• The importance of prudence and patience in papal leadership
• How Pope Leo bridges cultures: American, Latin American, and European
• The role of truth and faith in achieving authentic Christian unity
• How the laity can live out their faith in times of crisis
• The meaning of hope during a divided era in Church and society

This episode offers a rare glimpse into the spiritual insights of a priest serving at the heart of the Church. Whether you’re a Catholic seeking renewal or simply curious about the future of the papacy, Fr. Giordano’s reflections will inspire you to live out a culture of life, faith, and hope.

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In this powerful episode, Mario Rojas, HLI's Regional Director for Latin America, discusses a stunning real-world case of censorship and faith under fire.

Earlier this year, one of HLI's missionaries in Latin America was accused of “hate speech” simply for giving a pro-life talk on authentic sexual education — one that promotes abstinence before marriage and respect for life. Mario shares how radical feminist groups tried to silence the message, how the Church and legal experts stood firm, and how the case was ultimately dismissed.

Hear firsthand how the pro-life movement continues to grow across Latin America through missionary outreach and online education.

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In this episode, Fr. Shenan Boquet unpacks the Catholic understanding of spiritual warfare—the ongoing struggle between good and evil that every believer faces.

Drawing on Scripture, the saints, and his global pro-life mission experience, Fr. Boquet explains how the devil attacks individuals, marriages, and the Church—and how to stand firm through prayer, confession, and the Eucharist.

Key Topics:

• Definition and meaning of spiritual warfare
• Understanding temptations as spiritual attacks
• Common misconceptions about the devil
• How to recognize and resist spiritual manipulation
• Vigilance in prayer, confession, and daily virtue
• Spiritual warfare in the pro-life mission field
• Protecting your marriage, family, and home from evil
• How prayer, sacraments, and Scripture fortify believers
• Practical spiritual disciplines for daily life
• The ultimate victory of Christ over evil

Scripture passages to meditate on:

- The Apostle Paul tells us clearly in 2 Corinthians 10:3-5, “Though we walk in the flesh, we do not war according to the flesh: (for the weapons of our warfare are not of the flesh.”

- Mark 5:1–20 recounts the exorcism of the Gerasene demoniac, a dramatic episode in which Jesus asserts power over a "legion" of unclean spirits.

- Luke 10:18 records Jesus’ declaration: “I saw Satan fall like lightning from heaven,” symbolizing the eschatological victory of divine authority over evil.

- The Apostle Paul, particularly in Ephesians 6:12, frames the Christian life as an ongoing battle "not against flesh and blood" but against "spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms," providing theological scaffolding for subsequent teachings on demonic opposition.