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Salt and Light Hour - Catholic Podcast

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Every week, our host Deacon Pedro brings you inspiring messages, insightful interviews, interesting commentary and music; plus great segments from our contributors. Stay current with the Catholic Church in Canada and the world, and nourish your faith with the SLHour.

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This week, Fr. Joe Mallia tells us about the Rising from the Ashes Revival coming to Detroit this July. Jermaine Bagnall has two new book suggestions in Book Endz, and we meet singer/songwriter Nicholas A. Higgins and listen to music from his debut a... more

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This week, we talk about the film Walking the Sacred Path and learn about the work of the Black and Indian Mission Office. Mark Matthews unpacks Pope Leo’s Encyclical, Magnifica Humanitas, and we reconnect with singer/songwriter Rebecca Roubion who i... more

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This week, Dr. Gregory Bottaro of the CatholicPsych Institute tells us about the power of listening well. Danny Torchia shares something important when it comes to the digital culture, and we reconnect with singer/songwriter Hannah Schaefer who has a... more

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This week we speak with author Jeff Lockert and learn great leadership qualities from the greatest of leaders. We find out the results of the Religious Freedom report from Aid to the Church in Need, and we meet hip hop singer/songwriter Carlos Zamora... more

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Father Joe Mallia
Priest introducing Rising from the Ashes Revival, Detroit
Catholic Priest (Detroit)
Episode: EP629 | Eucharistic Revival in Detroit and Music by Nicholas A. Higgins
Nicholas Higgins
Musician, author and missionary
Missionaries of Christ / nicolashiggins.com
Episode: EP629 | Eucharistic Revival in Detroit and Music by Nicholas A. Higgins
Father Henry Sands
Executive Director, Black and Indian Mission Office
Black and Indian Mission Office
Episode: EP628 | Walking the Sacred Path, Magnifica Humanitas and Music by Rebecca Roubion
Mark Matthews
Artificial Intelligence undercover missionary
Salt and Light / Catholic tech commentary
Episode: EP628 | Walking the Sacred Path, Magnifica Humanitas and Music by Rebecca Roubion
Rebecca Roubion
Singer-songwriter; homeschooling mother
Independent artist
Episode: EP628 | Walking the Sacred Path, Magnifica Humanitas and Music by Rebecca Roubion
Dr. Gregory Bottaro
Catholic psychologist and author of The Power of Listening Well
CatholicPsych Institute
Episode: EP627 | Listening Well and Music by Hannah Schaefer
Hannah Schaefer
Featured artist of the week; musician and mother
Self-identified via artist profile
Episode: EP627 | Listening Well and Music by Hannah Schaefer
Rhythm and Grace (Alex Duqueto, Rachel Ducato, Madeleine Ducato, Monica Ducato)
Family band discussing their music, writing process and tour plans
Rhythm and Grace
Episode: EP626 | Lead Like Jesus and Music by C2six
Lisa Hendey
Founder of catholicmom.com; author and creator of Chime Travelers
Family Theater Productions / Chime Travelers
Episode: EP625 | New Kids Show Chime Travelers and Music by Rhythm and Grace

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Deacon Pedro
Host of Salt and Light Hour, guiding conversations on faith, culture, and Catholic life.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 20 ratings
  • We love Salt and Light!

    We are so grateful for Deacon Pedro and the good work that he does with Salt and Light!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Andrea (The Vigil Project)
    United States3 years ago
  • Deacon Pedro is Great!

    Catholic music that is new and relevant! What more could you want?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MJM 7
    United States3 years ago
  • Salt and Light Hour

    There’s something for everyone in Deacon Pedro’s Salt and Light Hour. Whether you’re looking for answers to theological questions, ways to learn and teach the new evangelization, or how to live as a Catholic family, this is the podcast to have. Additionally, the show is able to find Catholic artists who share their music and albums. This is definitely a podcast for those who want to hear the Catholic message and share the good news.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dan✝️
    Canada5 years ago

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Shows breadth of Catholic thought through guests in music, publishing, and film.
Music-focused episodes highlight contemporary Catholic artists and Advent traditions.
Listener comments emphasize faith-based inspiration and accessibility of Catholic media.

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EP629 | Eucharistic Revival in Detroit and Music by Nicholas A. Higgins
Q: So I guess the first question I should be asking is, tell us about the Rising from the Ashes Revival. What is it and where did the idea come from?
Father Joe explains that it is a Eucharistic revival focused on inviting people back to the Eucharist, rooted in God's call and the history of Detroit, with plans for a community-focused day including a ministry fair, multiple speakers, and a Eucharistic procession, all aimed at rekindling hope and unity.
EP626 | Lead Like Jesus and Music by C2six
Q: Does prayer change God's mind or simply change us?
Prayer does not change God's mind; it changes our perception and our alignment with God's will, deepening our relationship with Him.
EP627 | Listening Well and Music by Hannah Schaefer
Q: Is it fair to say that listening well is more important than speaking well?
Dr. Bottaro explains that listening shapes how we resolve conflict and build trust, and it is foundational for genuine connection and evangelization, often more influential than articulate speech.
EP608 | Soul on Fire and Music by Marie Miller
Q: Would you say that then that's a spiritual or it's a faith, it's a movie about faith?
Yes, it has a strong faith thread throughout the movie, representing how God looks at us in our most broken selves and says, 'I choose you.'
EP608 | Soul on Fire and Music by Marie Miller
Q: What drew you personally when you saw the script, when they approached you and you're like, yeah, I really want to play Beth?
It was a rare script that gave me the feeling of 'I have to tell this story.' I felt that it would shake people in a good way and ignite their purpose.

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2. Nicholas Higgins
3. Father Henry Sands
4. Mark Matthews
5. Rebecca Roubion
6. Dr. Gregory Bottaro
7. Hannah Schaefer
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