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Mercy UnboundPart 2: A Satanist’s Dramatic Conversion to CatholicismDISCLAIMER: This episode contains graphic testimony that may disturb some listeners. Zachary King spent over 25 years deeply immersed in organized Satanism and the occult. From a young age, he was drawn into this world of magic. He was once a powerful instrument of evil, but a miraculous conversion with the Blessed Virgin Mary helped to turn his life to Christ. This is part two of a two-episode series. This episode focuses on Zachary’s conversion to Catholicism and giving his life to Jesus. Listener discretion is advised. Into darknessIn part one...
2025-07-1540 min
Mercy UnboundPart 1: A Satanist’s Dramatic Conversion to CatholicismDISCLAIMER: This episode contains graphic testimony that may disturb some listeners. Zachary King spent over 25 years deeply immersed in organized Satanism and the occult. From a young age, he was drawn into this world of magic. He was once a powerful instrument of evil, but a miraculous conversion with the Blessed Virgin Mary helped to turn his life to Christ. This is part one of a two-episode series. This episode focuses on Zachary’s early life, his descent into the occult and the devastating consequences of that lifestyle. Listener discretion is advised. Into darkn...
2025-07-0159 min
Mercy UnboundA New Year’s Message on the Divine Mercy as a Way of Life from Dr. Bryan ThatcherEpisode 140, A New Year’s Message on the Divine Mercy as a Way of Life from Dr. Bryan Thatcher
As a new year begins, allow me to share my reflections on the profound nature of God's mercy. His mercy extends beyond His love for us to encompass our love for one another, as depicted in the symbolism of the Cross – one beam representing God's love (vertical) and the other our love for each other (horizontal).
Embracing God’s Love Actively
While many are familiar with the devotional aspects of Divine Mercy, such as prayer...
2024-01-0231 min
Sparks of Mercy"At the Bedside of the Sick and Dying" with Dr. Bryan ThatcherWe can make a difference to the eternal destiny of our friends, family, and loved ones if only we pray for them now and at the hour of their death, explains Dr. Bryan Thatcher, founder of the Eucharistic Apostles of The Divine Mercy. Discussing At the Bedside of the Sick and Dying: A Guide for Parish Ministry, Family, and Friends, a booklet he coauthored with Kathleen Wabick, foundress of the Disciples of Divine Mercy in the Holy Face of Jesus, Dr. Thatcher shares profound wisdom and practical advice straight from St. Faustina’s Diary and his own experience.
2023-12-0139 min
Mercy UnboundAbortion & Slavery- Our Two National SinsEpisode 96, Dr. Bryan Thatcher and the Abortion Myth
America's Two National Sins
I read an interesting book recently by Olivia Murray, “Abortion v. Slavery – the parallels between two national sins”, available at Amazon.com. As a physician, one of my favorite courses was embryology where we studied the development of the newly conceived child from conception to birth, and I was always amazed at things like – how do these cells know to become brain tissue and others liver tissue? How do the cells know when to stop growing as an organ is large enough? My college-aged...
2022-09-2729 min
What's NextWhat's Next Episode 013 with David ThatcherTeacher, speaker, entrepreneur, and coach, David Thatcher outlines his journey through 30 jobs in 30 years and how he has discovered purpose in working with youth. David, Michael, and Bryan discuss the power behind the labels we give ourselves, and how belief in oneself is essential in shifting the narratives we hold to be true.Questions and suggestions can be sent to podcasts.whatsnext@gmail.com.
2022-09-2335 min
Mercy UnboundUkrainian Martyr Bishop Vasyl Velychkovsky - A Man for Our TimesEpisode 91 with Father John Sianchuk on Ukrainian Bishop Bl. Vasyl Velychvoksky
The Story of the Redemptorists
Fr. John Sianchuk, a Redemptorist priest and part of the Redemptorists of the Yorkton Region, Province of Canada spoke on Blessed Vasyl Velychkovsky. The Yorkton Redemptorists are an Eastern Church branch of the Congregation of the Most Holy Redeemer. They serve the Ukrainian Catholic Church in North America and are based in Saskatchewan and Manitoba, Canada. Alongside work in parishes, with young adults and youths, and numerous retreats and missions, the order also celebrates unique ministries like the Shrine...
2022-08-1648 min
Mercy UnboundThe Eucharist and St. Peter Julian EymardEpisode 88 with Br. Michael Perez, SSS
Brother Michael Perez, SSS, speaks about St. Peter Julian Eymard and his love of the Eucharist. Initially he was a an Oblate, then Marist, and eventually founded the order.
Early Childhood Experience
When St. Peter Julian Eymard was 5 years old, his sister found him in church embracing the tabernacle. His sister asked him what he was doing, and he said, “Listening to Jesus.” It seemed at an early age that he had a love for Jesus in the Eucharist.
Everything Radiates from the Eucharist
The...
2022-07-2636 min
Mercy UnboundAn Exorcist Shares AllEpisode 74 with Msgr. Stephen Rossetti
Monsignor Stephen J. Rosetti is a Catholic priest and Associate professor at Catholic University of America; he heads the St. Michael Center for Spiritual Renewal and is involved in the ministry of exorcism.
He has written a book, Diary of An American Exorcist: Demons, Possession, and the Modern Day Battle against Ancient Evil. The book is available at sophiainstitute.com.
An Early Experience
Father shares an experience while as a seminarian where one evening he was thrust back while on his bed and felt the presence of...
2022-04-1926 min
Pearls of Divine MercyPurity of IntentionEach week, Dr. Bryan Thatcher, MD, delves into the Divine Mercy message and devotion, exploring topics such as living a sacramental life, forgiveness of others and self, trust in God in all situations, suffering, how to carry our crosses, being icons of mercy through deeds done out of love of God and neighbor, and more. May this podcast bring you to a deeper understanding of how much God loves you.Support our Ministries here.
2022-04-1507 min
Mercy UnboundThe Amazing Graces We Can Receive on Mercy SundayEpisode 73 with Dave and Joan Maroney
Dave and Joan Maroney are dedicated lay evangelists that have traveled extensively for over twenty years giving presentations on Divine Mercy to parishes and Catholic schoolchildren. Their ministry, Mother of Mercy Messengers, is an apostolate of the Marian Fathers based in Stockbridge, MA.
Divine Mercy for America
For the last ten years Dave and Joan have emphasized Divine Mercy for America, an extensive prayer campaign to convert the hearts of Americans and bring them back to Our Lord.
They have a monthly novena with prayer a...
2022-04-1234 minPearls of Divine MercyReconciliationEach week, Dr. Bryan Thatcher, MD, delves into the Divine Mercy message and devotion, exploring topics such as living a sacramental life, forgiveness of others and self, trust in God in all situations, suffering, how to carry our crosses, being icons of mercy through deeds done out of love of God and neighbor, and more. May this podcast bring you to a deeper understanding of how much God loves you.Support our Ministries here.
2022-04-0706 min
Mercy UnboundCatholics, Charismatics, and Deliverance Part 2Episode 72 with Lloyd and Nancy Greenhaw
Lloyd and Nancy Greenhaw are lay missionaries and have traveled the world speaking on the Lord, helping people get closer to God, and finding healing through the mercy of God.
In their ministry, they follow the teachings of Neil Lozano as presented in his book, Unbound.
The Five Keys to Freedom and Healing
Key Number One
The first key is “Repentance and Faith.” We must repent and ask for God’s forgiveness, just as the Prodigal Son did when he returned home. However, we must...
2022-04-0535 minPearls of Divine MercyReflections on AbortionEach week, Dr. Bryan Thatcher, MD, delves into the Divine Mercy message and devotion, exploring topics such as living a sacramental life, forgiveness of others and self, trust in God in all situations, suffering, how to carry our crosses, being icons of mercy through deeds done out of love of God and neighbor, and more. May this podcast bring you to a deeper understanding of how much God loves you.Support our Ministries here.
2022-04-0108 min
Mercy UnboundCatholics, Charismatics, and Deliverance Part 1Episode 71 with Lloyd and Nancy Greenhaw
Lloyd and Nancy Greenhaw are Catholic lay evangelists from just outside San Antonio, Texas.
They have traveled the world proclaiming the Good news that Jesus Christ is Lord. They read the writings of Pope St. John Paul II in Mission of the Redeemer, where he called for a “New Evangelization.” They took his words seriously and their lives were changed forever. They had to give God permission to work in their lives, and it changed them forever.
Are they Charismatic?
Lloyd discusses how the Church is c...
2022-03-2938 minPearls of Divine MercySanctity of Human LifeEach week, Dr. Bryan Thatcher, MD, delves into the Divine Mercy message and devotion, exploring topics such as living a sacramental life, forgiveness of others and self, trust in God in all situations, suffering, how to carry our crosses, being icons of mercy through deeds done out of love of God and neighbor, and more. May this podcast bring you to a deeper understanding of how much God loves you.Support our Ministries here.
2022-03-2409 min
Mercy UnboundThe Life of Mystic Maria EsperanzaEpisode 70 with Fr. Tim Byerley
Father Tim Byerley is paor at St. Peter Catholic Church in southern New Jersey, and also serves as Vice-Postulator for the cause of beatification of Maria Esperanza. Father knew her since 1994. She died in 2004.
Maria Esperanza as a mystic
Maria’s mystical experiences began as a young child. As a young woman she wanted to become a nun but realized this was not God’s will.
She was told that she would meet her husband who would be carrying a sword; she saw her future husband in R...
2022-03-2235 minPearls of Divine MercySinEach week, Dr. Bryan Thatcher, MD, delves into the Divine Mercy message and devotion, exploring topics such as living a sacramental life, forgiveness of others and self, trust in God in all situations, suffering, how to carry our crosses, being icons of mercy through deeds done out of love of God and neighbor, and more. May this podcast bring you to a deeper understanding of how much God loves you.Support our Ministries here.
2022-03-1706 min
Mercy UnboundThe Infinite value of the MassEpisode 69 with Fr. Matthew Tomeny, MIC
A Newly Ordained Priest
The manutergium is used by the newly ordained priest to wipe his hands of the blessed chrism oil after he is ordained. He gives it to his mother, and custom has it that she will be buried with it. When she meets St. Peter at the heavenly gate, she will be able to say, “My son also participated in the priesthood and the sacrifice of the Mass.”
Likewise, the father receives his first stole that he wore at his first Sacrament of Reconciliation as a...
2022-03-1531 minPearls of Divine MercySpiritual PovertyEach week, Dr. Bryan Thatcher, MD, delves into the Divine Mercy message and devotion, exploring topics such as living a sacramental life, forgiveness of others and self, trust in God in all situations, suffering, how to carry our crosses, being icons of mercy through deeds done out of love of God and neighbor, and more. May this podcast bring you to a deeper understanding of how much God loves you.Support our Ministries here.
2022-03-1008 min
Mercy UnboundA Look at the Life of Henri Nouwen and His Book "The Wounded Healer"Karen Pascal is Executive Director of the Henri Nouwen Society. In today’s interview we will discuss the life of Henri Nouwen, a Catholic priest, psychologist, writer and theologian.
Nouwen taught for over two decades at academic institutions such as Notre Dame, Yale, and Harvard. Later, he went on to work with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities at the L’Arche Daybreak Community in Ontario, Canada.
The Wounded Healer
The Wounded Healer is one of Nouwen's most popular books. It is divided into four chapters: Condition of a Suffering World, Suffering Generation, Suffer...
2022-03-0835 minPearls of Divine MercySt. Faustina and GiannaEach week, Dr. Bryan Thatcher, MD, delves into the Divine Mercy message and devotion, exploring topics such as living a sacramental life, forgiveness of others and self, trust in God in all situations, suffering, how to carry our crosses, being icons of mercy through deeds done out of love of God and neighbor, and more. May this podcast bring you to a deeper understanding of how much God loves you.Support our Ministries here.
2022-03-0308 min
Mercy UnboundInsights into the Life of Bishop Fulton SheenEpisode 67 with Dr. Peter Howard
In today’s show Dr. Peter Howard, STD, will share his insights into the life of Bishop Fulton Sheen, as well as his work as President of the Fulton Sheen Institute.
Sheen's Early Priesthood
Bishop Sheen was ordained a priest in the diocese of Peoria, IL, in 1919.
He quickly became a renowned theologian, earning the prestigious Cardinal Mercier award in philosophy in 1923. He went on to teach theology and philosophy at the Catholic University of America.
He was later ordained auxiliary bishop of the Arch...
2022-03-0139 minPearls of Divine MercySuffering Love and MercyEach week, Dr. Bryan Thatcher, MD, delves into the Divine Mercy message and devotion, exploring topics such as living a sacramental life, forgiveness of others and self, trust in God in all situations, suffering, how to carry our crosses, being icons of mercy through deeds done out of love of God and neighbor, and more. May this podcast bring you to a deeper understanding of how much God loves you.Support our Ministries here.
2022-02-2406 min
Mercy UnboundHow Can You Still Be Catholic? - 50 Answers to a Good QuestionEpisode 66 with Chris Sparks
Chris Sparks is Senior Books Editor at the Marian Helpers Center. One of their roles is as printing and distributing arm for the Congregation of Marian Fathers.
Chris has written a timely book, How Can You Still Be Catholic? - 50 Answers to a Good Question.
Do We Condone These Sins?
Christ is the head of the Church, but the Church is guided by man on earth.
How can one remain Catholic in light of the sex scandals? Chris notes that the Old Testament contains many...
2022-02-2233 minPearls of Divine MercySuffering (Part 3)Each week, Dr. Bryan Thatcher, MD, delves into the Divine Mercy message and devotion, exploring topics such as living a sacramental life, forgiveness of others and self, trust in God in all situations, suffering, how to carry our crosses, being icons of mercy through deeds done out of love of God and neighbor, and more. May this podcast bring you to a deeper understanding of how much God loves you.Support our Ministries here.
2022-02-1709 min
Mercy UnboundCommon Misconception of Church Teaching on MaryEpisode 65 with Fr. Don Calloway
Father Don Calloway is a priest in the Congregation of Marians of the Immaculate Conception, and serves as Director of Vocations in the order.
Why do we pray to Mary and the saints?
People occasionally come up to me, more in this time of COVID, to pray for them or a loved one.
All prayer ultimately goes to Jesus. Catholics believe in the communion of saints, that we have a family in heaven and can ask them to pray for us. Our Lord wants us to...
2022-02-1526 minPearls of Divine MercySuffering (Part 2)Each week, Dr. Bryan Thatcher, MD, delves into the Divine Mercy message and devotion, exploring topics such as living a sacramental life, forgiveness of others and self, trust in God in all situations, suffering, how to carry our crosses, being icons of mercy through deeds done out of love of God and neighbor, and more. May this podcast bring you to a deeper understanding of how much God loves you.Support our Ministries here.
2022-02-1008 min
Mercy UnboundPutting on the Armor of God Part 2: How Do We Do That?Episode 64 with Fr. David Gunter
Today Fr. David Gunter discusses how we are living in difficult times and a spiritual battle.
He explains the origin of the St. Michael prayer; in it we ask for protection from the wickedness and snares of the devil.
How the Devil Works
Two of the ways Satan works is through fear and the vice of impurity. There is rampant fear these days with COVID, forced vaccinations, open borders in the United States, economic worries with inflation, and much hatred and division.
God's Weapons A...
2022-02-0823 minPearls of Divine MercySuffering (Part 1)Each week, Dr. Bryan Thatcher, MD, delves into the Divine Mercy message and devotion, exploring topics such as living a sacramental life, forgiveness of others and self, trust in God in all situations, suffering, how to carry our crosses, being icons of mercy through deeds done out of love of God and neighbor, and more. May this podcast bring you to a deeper understanding of how much God loves you.Support our Ministries here.
2022-02-0307 min
Mercy UnboundPutting on the Armor of God: Are You Ready for Battle?Episode 63 with Fr. David Gunter
In this interview Fr. David Gunter shares insights into first-century Judaism and the similarities to today.
In 70 AD there was the destruction of the Temple. People had a lot of money, the priesthood of Sadducees was corrupt, and Judaism was fragmented. This division could be said of Christianity in some ways; the Great Schism occurred in 1054, in 1517 we had the Reformation, and now there are over 47,000 sects of Christianity.
Political Bondage, Then and Now
Fr. Gunter discusses how the Jews were under political bondage and eventually made...
2022-02-0127 minPearls of Divine MercyTemptationsEach week, Dr. Bryan Thatcher, MD, delves into the Divine Mercy message and devotion, exploring topics such as living a sacramental life, forgiveness of others and self, trust in God in all situations, suffering, how to carry our crosses, being icons of mercy through deeds done out of love of God and neighbor, and more. May this podcast bring you to a deeper understanding of how much God loves you.Support our Ministries here.
2022-01-2707 min
Mercy UnboundMarian Apparitions Explained: The Miraculous Medal, Zeitoun (Egypt), and Cuapa (Nicaragua)Episode 62 with Roy Varghese
Over the centuries, Our Blessed Mother has made countless appearances to people all over the world in an attempt to bring them closer to her Son, Jesus Christ.
In Roy Varghese’s book, Contact: 50 verified Encounters with the Virgin Mary, he evaluates these encounters from a scientific perspective, and examines the theme and enduring evidence of each. In this interview we discuss three: the apparitions to Catherine Labourre in Rue de Bac, the apparitions witnessed by thousands in Zeitoun, Egypt, and lastly those to Bernardo Martinez in Cuapa, Nicaragua.
Rue de Bac
2022-01-2538 minPearls of Divine MercyThe CrossEach week, Dr. Bryan Thatcher, MD, delves into the Divine Mercy message and devotion, exploring topics such as living a sacramental life, forgiveness of others and self, trust in God in all situations, suffering, how to carry our crosses, being icons of mercy through deeds done out of love of God and neighbor, and more. May this podcast bring you to a deeper understanding of how much God loves you.Support our Ministries here.
2022-01-2006 min
Mercy UnboundMarian Apparitions and his book "Contact - 50 Verified Encounters with the Virgin MaryIn today’s show I will discuss with Roy Varghese his book, Contact: 50 Verifed Encounters with the Virgin Mary.
Roy has written 24 books on the interface of science, philosophy, and religion. One of his books, Cosmos, Bios, and Theos, included contributions from 24 Nobel prize winning scientists.
The Queen Mother in Jewish History
One concept of the Queen Mother is from the Old Testament regarding King David and his wife, Bethsheba, the mother of Solomon. When David was King, Bethsheba would bow in the presence of the King to David. However, when Solomon was Ki...
2022-01-1835 minPearls of Divine MercyThe Prodigal SonEach week, Dr. Bryan Thatcher, MD, delves into the Divine Mercy message and devotion, exploring topics such as living a sacramental life, forgiveness of others and self, trust in God in all situations, suffering, how to carry our crosses, being icons of mercy through deeds done out of love of God and neighbor, and more. May this podcast bring you to a deeper understanding of how much God loves you.Support our Ministries here.
2022-01-1306 min
Mercy UnboundA Renowned Scientist, Feminist, and Atheist Finds God through The Blessed MotherDr. Patricia Santy is a retired psychiatrist and engineer, former NASA flight surgeon, feminist, and atheist.
She was always searching for truth and found it after years of inner turmoil and struggle.
The Childhood and Young Adult years
She grew up in a troubled home and her parents divorced when she was twelve.
Her mother remarried and Patricia was abused by her stepfather.
She got pregnant at age 17 and had a saline abortion; she describes that painful experience in her book.
A Scientist, Atheist, and Feminist
2022-01-1135 minPearls of Divine MercyThe TongueEach week, Dr. Bryan Thatcher, MD, delves into the Divine Mercy message and devotion, exploring topics such as living a sacramental life, forgiveness of others and self, trust in God in all situations, suffering, how to carry our crosses, being icons of mercy through deeds done out of love of God and neighbor, and more. May this podcast bring you to a deeper understanding of how much God loves you.Support our Ministries here.
2022-01-0606 min
Mercy UnboundLife is an ADVENTURE - Make sure God is part of it!Chris Patterson is an attorney and has been active in the Church for many years.
In his book, The Adventure: Living Out Your Relationship with God, Chris discusses how life truly is an adventure waiting to be experienced, but with God.
People often feel isolated and alone - who is the “family?”
When we think of family we often think of parents, siblings, cousins, aunts and uncles, etc. But the Church family is much bigger than that.
We have the Communion of Saints - all those that have died and are with...
2021-12-3141 minPearls of Divine MercyTimely Message of Divine MercyEach week, Dr. Bryan Thatcher, MD, delves into the Divine Mercy message and devotion, exploring topics such as living a sacramental life, forgiveness of others and self, trust in God in all situations, suffering, how to carry our crosses, being icons of mercy through deeds done out of love of God and neighbor, and more. May this podcast bring you to a deeper understanding of how much God loves you.Support our Ministries here.
2021-12-3006 min
Mercy UnboundFeeding the Homeless and Works of Mercy - Can We Earn Heaven?Kristin Taylor is the founder of Thorn Ministry. For over twenty years her team has fed the homeless every week in the Tampa Bay Area.
At the time she was starting the ministry, a neighbor introduced her to Anita DeBiase, a recent widow who wanted to help.
The Early Beginnings
Kristin had traveled to Samoa, an island in the Pacific, to minister to the people through her ministry of song. She saw poverty and need, and began a mission to help the people.
Doors began to close, and yet she wanted...
2021-12-2341 minPearls of Divine MercyTo Be A SaintEach week, Dr. Bryan Thatcher, MD, delves into the Divine Mercy message and devotion, exploring topics such as living a sacramental life, forgiveness of others and self, trust in God in all situations, suffering, how to carry our crosses, being icons of mercy through deeds done out of love of God and neighbor, and more. May this podcast bring you to a deeper understanding of how much God loves you.Support our Ministries here.
2021-12-2306 min
Mercy UnboundHealed Through the Divine Mercy Chaplet - A Message of HopeIn today’s interview, we hear of the healing of Joe Risi.
He describes how the healing occurred through praying the Divine Mercy Chaplet, and details how events unfolded.
Who Introduced You to the Chaplet?
His mother was a devout Catholic and introduced him to the Chaplet.
She gave him a flier with the Chaplet on it, and he put it in his truck. One day it blew out the window and was lost.
His mother had introduced him to many prayers and devotions, and he was almost relieved wh...
2021-12-2149 minPearls of Divine MercyTrust and Divine MercyEach week, Dr. Bryan Thatcher, MD, delves into the Divine Mercy message and devotion, exploring topics such as living a sacramental life, forgiveness of others and self, trust in God in all situations, suffering, how to carry our crosses, being icons of mercy through deeds done out of love of God and neighbor, and more. May this podcast bring you to a deeper understanding of how much God loves you.Support our Ministries here.
2021-12-1607 min
Mercy UnboundAn Amazing near death Experience - "Just Love and Everything Will Be Alright"Betty Eadie was a young woman who in 1973 had a hysterectomy and that evening bled out and had a near death experience.
She describes her experience in detail and remembers vividly the events that evening. When Jesus told her she needed to “go back,” He said to her, “Just love and everything will turn out alright.”
The Evening of Surgery
Betty initially woke up and all was well, but later in the evening, she felt extremely weak and “chilled to the bones.”
She felt her spirit being pulled out of her chest, and o...
2021-12-1442 min
Mercy UnboundSmall Steps that Can Have Big Results in Improving Your MarriageIs your marriage failing?
Or is it good but you want to make it better?
In today’s show, Dr. Ray Guarendi discusses several of the ten steps in his book, Marriage: Small Steps, Big Rewards. Each is a tool to help improve your marriage; he also gives several points in each step as to why partners are reluctant to use that step. The book is an interesting read with practical suggestions, and it is available at www.drray.com.
Dr. Ray noted that children often have difficult behavior patterns because the parents are...
2021-12-0927 min
Mercy UnboundSmall Steps that Can Have Big Results in Improving Your MarriageIs your marriage failing?
Or is it good but you want to make it better?
In today’s show, Dr. Ray Guarendi discusses several of the ten steps in his book, Marriage: Small Steps, Big Rewards. Each is a tool to help improve your marriage; he also gives several points in each step as to why partners are reluctant to use that step. The book is an interesting read with practical suggestions, and it is available at www.drray.com.
Dr. Ray noted that children often have difficult behavior patterns because the parents are...
2021-12-0731 minPearls of Divine MercyTrust and Ultimate PrayerEach week, Dr. Bryan Thatcher, MD, delves into the Divine Mercy message and devotion, exploring topics such as living a sacramental life, forgiveness of others and self, trust in God in all situations, suffering, how to carry our crosses, being icons of mercy through deeds done out of love of God and neighbor, and more. May this podcast bring you to a deeper understanding of how much God loves you.Support our Ministries here.
2021-12-0206 min
Mercy UnboundDiabolical Disorientation - How the united States is headed towards Communism and not SocialismEpisode 54 - with Ted Flynn
Ted Flynn is an accomplished businessman and author. He has traveled to over fifty countries and lived for two years in Poland and then Belarus.
He has written several well-known books, such as Thunder of Justice and Idols in the House.
Today we will discuss his latest book, Diabolical Disorientation. The book details how America is heading towards communism and not socialism.
Are Communism and Socialism different?
Former Russian President Gorbachev said that communism would have worked but it went too fast.
In...
2021-12-0142 min
Mercy UnboundFrom Darkness into the Light - The Amazing Mystical Experience of Marino RestrepoEpisode 53 - with Marino Restrepo
Marino Restrepo was born in rural Colombia on a coffee plantation and moved to Bogota in the 1960’s when he was fourteen years old.
He and his family were devout Catholics, but things changed when he moved to the capital city.
He lived a hippie lifestyle far from God and was involved in drinking, drugs, and free sex. He lived in mortal sin and never attended church. He got engaged and moved to Germany. They split up and he moved to California where his fast lane lifestyle continued.
...
2021-11-2357 min
Mercy UnboundThe Seven Secrets of the EucharistEpisode 52 - with Vinny Flynn
In today’s show, we discuss with Vinny Flynn his book The Seven Secrets of the Eucharist, available at mercysong.com
Vinny is well known for his music ministry and years spent spreading and sharing the message of Divine Mercy.
A Eucharistic Message
The Message of Divine Mercy is a Eucharistic message.
Saint Faustina loved the Eucharist and added to her name, “Maria Faustina of the Most Blessed Sacrament." She saw the same rays as in the image emanating from the monstrance on several occas...
2021-11-1642 min
Mercy UnboundOur Lady of Kibeho and the Visionaries - Amazing Stories You won't Want to MissEpisode 51 with Immaculee Ilibagiza
Rwanda and Our Lady of Kibeho
Rwanda is a mountainous country in Africa sometimes referred to as, “the Little Switzerland of Africa.”
In the 1980’s, the Blessed Mother appeared to a group of school children in the small village of Kibeho, and told them that if the people did not change their ways, there would be bloodshed. The children had visions of many dying. A little over ten years later the genocide happened, and over 1 million were killed in just four months.
What Did Our Lady Say?
2021-11-0952 min
Mercy UnboundWhat Makes A Great Leader in the Workplace and Family? It May Surprise YouEpisode 50 with James Hunter
What is Servant Leadership?
Are Power and Authority Different?
How are Character, Love and Leadership intertwined?
Who was the Greatest Leader of All Time?
Servant Leadership
Servant leadership is being the leader by showing character and humility and always striving striving to meet the legitimate needs of your workers.
Management is how you order supplies, manage the books, etc; leadership is how you lead people to achieve their maximum potential.
Are Power and Authority the Same?
Power...
2021-11-0238 min
Mercy UnboundFrom Planned Parenthood "Employee of the Year" to Pro-Life AdvocateEpisode 49 with Abby Johnson
Abby Johnson became a volunteer for Planned Parenthood during her college days. She worked herself up the ladder and became director of her facility in Texas. She was an excellent saleswoman and convinced many women to have an abortion, and one year was named “Employee of the Year.” She had many occasions where many would say “enough is enough,” but her heart wasn’t open and she continued working in the abortion mill.
Her College Years
Abby got pregnant in college and had her first abortion. She eventua...
2021-10-2631 minPearls of Divine MercyNovena before Feast DayEach week, Dr. Bryan Thatcher, MD, delves into the Divine Mercy message and devotion, exploring topics such as living a sacramental life, forgiveness of others and self, trust in God in all situations, suffering, how to carry our crosses, being icons of mercy through deeds done out of love of God and neighbor, and more. May this podcast bring you to a deeper understanding of how much God loves you.Support our Ministries here.
2021-10-2107 min
Mercy UnboundFrom Anti-Catholic, White Supremacist to Devout Catholic, Promoting LoveEpisode 48 with Joseph Pearce
His Early years
Joseph lives in England and describes himself in his youth as an angry, racist, nominal Anglican and anti-Catholic.
In his younger days he was a member of the National Front - a group that wanted to ban all non-whites from England. He was editor of "The Bulldog" - a newspaper whose sole purpose was to invoke racial hatred.
The Downhill Progression Continues
As time went on he became more prone to violence and associated with more radical groups.
...
2021-10-1933 minPearls of Divine MercyThree O'clock HourEach week, Dr. Bryan Thatcher, MD, delves into the Divine Mercy message and devotion, exploring topics such as living a sacramental life, forgiveness of others and self, trust in God in all situations, suffering, how to carry our crosses, being icons of mercy through deeds done out of love of God and neighbor, and more. May this podcast bring you to a deeper understanding of how much God loves you.Support our Ministries here.
2021-10-1406 min
Mercy UnboundWho was St. Stanislaus Papczynski, Founder of the Marians of the Immaculate Conception?Episode 47 with Father Joe Roesch
The Early Years
Father Papczynski (1607-1701) was an esteemed theologian, philosopher, and preacher.
He wrote many books, and the Marians wrote a beautiful book on his life titled, Saint Stanislaus of Jesus and Mary Papczynski: The Life and Writings of the Marians’ Founder.
Father first entered the Order of Piarists; the order struggled from 1646-1656 due to rapid growth and laxity of rules, and in 1670 he was dispensed from his vows and set up hermitage in Pia Mar...
2021-10-1245 minPearls of Divine MercyChaplet for Sick and DyingEach week, Dr. Bryan Thatcher, MD, delves into the Divine Mercy message and devotion, exploring topics such as living a sacramental life, forgiveness of others and self, trust in God in all situations, suffering, how to carry our crosses, being icons of mercy through deeds done out of love of God and neighbor, and more. May this podcast bring you to a deeper understanding of how much God loves you.Support our Ministries here.
2021-10-0707 min
Mercy UnboundThe Healing Power of the Eucharistic Lord - We Must Get to Know Him PersonallyEpisode 46 with Sr. Briege McKenna
In today’s show Sister Briege McKenna tells the story of her spiritual journey and her own healing from rheumatoid arthritis to a deeper appreciation of the need for a personal relationship with Jesus, and the fact that he is present in the eucharist.
When Did it Begin?
Sister’s mother died when she was a teenager, and she entered the Sisters of St. Clare shortly thereafter. A few years later, she was transferred to Tampa because of severe rheumatoid atheists, and she taught at St. Lawrence Catholic Scho...
2021-10-0550 minPearls of Divine MercyDivine Mercy ChapletEach week, Dr. Bryan Thatcher, MD, delves into the Divine Mercy message and devotion, exploring topics such as living a sacramental life, forgiveness of others and self, trust in God in all situations, suffering, how to carry our crosses, being icons of mercy through deeds done out of love of God and neighbor, and more. May this podcast bring you to a deeper understanding of how much God loves you.Support our Ministries here.
2021-09-3007 min
Mercy UnboundWho was St. Jose Luis Sanchez del Rio? Viva Cristo Rey!Dr. Bryan Thatcher interviews Fr. Eric Weldon about St. Jose Luis Sanchez del Rio.
2021-09-2837 minPearls of Divine MercyFeast of the Divine MercyEach week, Dr. Bryan Thatcher, MD, delves into the Divine Mercy message and devotion, exploring topics such as living a sacramental life, forgiveness of others and self, trust in God in all situations, suffering, how to carry our crosses, being icons of mercy through deeds done out of love of God and neighbor, and more. May this podcast bring you to a deeper understanding of how much God loves you.Support our Ministries here.
2021-09-2306 min
Mercy UnboundThe Amazing War Story of Father Emil Kapaun, a Man of Faith and HopeEpisode 44 with Fr. Eric Weldon
Father Emil Kapaun was born of Czech parents and was a Catholic chaplain who served in the Korean War.
He loved being with “his boys” and befriended men of all faiths - Christians, Jews, Muslims, and even atheists; what was amazing were their stories of his heroism.
They respected him for his courage in standing up to his North Korean captors and for being a beacon of hope in times of great suffering. He was awarded posthumously the Congressional Medal of Honor, and Pope St. John Paul II decl...
2021-09-2135 minPearls of Divine MercyDivine Mercy MessageEach week, Dr. Bryan Thatcher, MD, delves into the Divine Mercy message and devotion, exploring topics such as living a sacramental life, forgiveness of others and self, trust in God in all situations, suffering, how to carry our crosses, being icons of mercy through deeds done out of love of God and neighbor, and more. May this podcast bring you to a deeper understanding of how much God loves you.Support our Ministries here.
2021-09-1606 min
Mercy UnboundDivine Mercy and Divine Justice - How Could a Merciful God Send One to Hell?Episode 43 with Dr. Robert Stackpole
In today’s podcast with Dr. Robert Stackpole, Director of the John Paul II Institute of Divine Mercy in Stockbridge, MA, we discuss Divine Mercy and Divine Justice.
Justice Opposed to Mercy?
They are not at opposite ends of the spectrum.
God is infinitely perfect, and God is always infinitely merciful and infinitely just at the same time. He loves us so much that He died for us; His love is so deep that He never turns His back on us when we repent. But he al...
2021-09-1433 minPearls of Divine MercyImage of Divine Mercy (Part 2)Each week, Dr. Bryan Thatcher, MD, delves into the Divine Mercy message and devotion, exploring topics such as living a sacramental life, forgiveness of others and self, trust in God in all situations, suffering, how to carry our crosses, being icons of mercy through deeds done out of love of God and neighbor, and more. May this podcast bring you to a deeper understanding of how much God loves you.Support our Ministries here.
2021-09-0905 min
Mercy UnboundThe Real Presence and Power of the EucharistEpisode 42 with Fr. Cedric Pisegna
What is the Real Presence?
As Catholics we believe in the Real Presence of Jesus in the Eucharist. This means at the consecration the bread is turned into the Body of Jesus and the wine into his Blood. The Eucharist is a given gift of Jesus; it is his Body and Blood poured out for all sinners. The Sacrament symbolizes God’s love and mercy, forgiveness, and redemption for all. The early Church recognized and understood the Real Presence as noted in the early writings of St. Justin Martyr and St...
2021-09-0733 minPearls of Divine MercyImage of Divine Mercy (Part 1)Each week, Dr. Bryan Thatcher, MD, delves into the Divine Mercy message and devotion, exploring topics such as living a sacramental life, forgiveness of others and self, trust in God in all situations, suffering, how to carry our crosses, being icons of mercy through deeds done out of love of God and neighbor, and more. May this podcast bring you to a deeper understanding of how much God loves you.Support our Ministries here.
2021-09-0207 min
Mercy UnboundTerry Barber says - "Do Not Be Afraid!"Episode 40 with Terry Barber
In this interview, Terry Barber discusses ten suggestions from his book, “How to Share Your Faith With Anyone.”
He stresses the importance to being able to “tell your own story” briefly but succinctly as to why you love the Lord and your faith.
Everyone has a story – but we must be open to sharing it.
Engage the Other Person
Terry shares some great stories of how to respond when being attacked.
He encourages polite and loving engagement with the other and helps you understand that we mu...
2021-08-3136 min
Mercy UnboundJanet Morana and Her New Book "Shockwaves - Abortion's Wider Circle of Victims"Episode 39 with Janet Morana
In this interview, Janet Morana, Executive Director of Priests for Life and Co-Founder of Silent No More Awareness Campaign,
discusses her book Shockwaves: Abortion’s Wider Circle of Victims.
Who is Affected by Abortion?
Abortion is like an earthquake with the deceased baby being at the epicenter.
It affects the mother, father, grandparents, and siblings, and its effects are many,
including medical, psychological, spiritual, and emotional.
Every abortion has a ripple-effect that is like a tidal wave leaving a path of death, destruction, and hea...
2021-08-2442 min
Mercy UnboundWhy You Should Join The Confraternity of the Most Holy RosaryEpisode 41 with Terry Barber
In this interview, Terry Barber discusses ten suggestions from his book, “How to Share Your Faith With Anyone.”
He stresses the importance to being able to “tell your own story” briefly but succinctly as to why you love the Lord and your faith.
Everyone has a story – but we must be open to sharing it.
Engage the Other Person
Terry shares some great stories of how to respond when being attacked.
He encourages polite and loving engagement with the other and helps you understand that we mu...
2021-08-1733 min
Mercy UnboundAfter A Vision of Christ on the Cross, This Rabbi Converts to ChristianityEpisode 38 with Rabbi K. A. Schneider
Rabbi K. A. Schneider summary
Is Christianity a Continuum of Judaism?
Watch this riveting story of a Messianic Jew and his work telling others of Jesus Christ.
His Early Years
Rabbi K. A. Schneider grew up in a Jewish suburb of Cleveland.
The early years of formation focused on memorization of prayers, learning traditions, and reading Hebrew.
He was never taught that he could have a personal relationship with God.
During his teenage years, he became involved in...
2021-08-1035 min
Mercy UnboundFather Jose Maniyangat's Near Death Experience on Divine Mercy SundayEpisode 37 with Fr. Jose Maniyangat
It Happened on Mercy Sunday, 1985
On Divine Mercy Sunday, 1985, Father was hit head-on by a jeep and was taken to the closest hospital about thirty miles away.
He had severe loss of blood and many broken bones and intestinal injuries. While on the way he was pronounced dead, and his soul left his body.
He could see the people below carrying his body, crying, and praying for him.
What Happened Next?
His Guardian Angel came and told him, ”The Lord wants to mee...
2021-08-0330 min
Mercy UnboundThe Jesus Microbiome - Has Science Finally Figured Out How the Image on the Shroud was Formed?Episode 36 with Dr. Stephen Mattingly, PhD
Jesus and the Shroud
In today’s podcast I'm joined by Dr. Stephen Mattingly, PhD,
author of The Jesus Microbiome and How Skin Bacteria Created the Image on the Shroud of Turn.
We explore the possible origin of the image on the Shroud of Turin, and the microbiology behind his hypothesis.
We know that the man in the image was beaten and scourged terribly, and the Roman soldiers were experts in crucifixions.
The man had excessive blood loss, and the blood, serum, water, sk...
2021-07-2733 min
Mercy UnboundWhy We Need The Gifts Of The Holy SpiritEpisode 35 with Terry Modica
Who is the Holy Spirit and why do we need Him?
Terry Modica of Good News Ministries (GNM.org) speaks to us of
why the world so desperately needs the Holy Spirit.
People are searching for truth, knowledge and wisdom,
and many do not have a fear of the Lord or recognize sin.
She discusses with us the fruits of the Holy Spirit,
and how the Spirit helps guide us in our everyday lives
as we discern understanding and His will.
The...
2021-07-2032 min
Mercy UnboundAfter Suicide - There Is Hope For Them And For YouEpisode 34 with Fr. Chris Alar, MIC
People are not automatically doomed
Today’s interview is with Father Chris Alar, MIC, speaks about the need for hope and the difficult topic of suicide, and refers to his book, After Suicide: There Is Hope for Them and for You, available at SuicideandHope.com.
Father explains that the Catechism states that there are mitigating circumstances that can effect a persons circumstances. Because of these circumstances, these persons taking their own lives might not be fully responsible for their actions. We should not despair and judge regarding the...
2021-07-1330 min
Mercy UnboundSuffering And The Power Of Love And FaithEpisode 33 with Richard Carlucci
Have you felt like your cross is too heavy?
Ever think your trials are too much? What did you do to deserve this? Why is God punishing you?
Today I speak with Richard Carlucci, a devout Catholic. His family faced many adversities and tribulations throughout life. Coming from a hardworking family, Richard was surrounded by love and understood what it meant to persevere. As Saint Faustina wrote, “I fixed my gaze upon His sacred wounds and felt happy to suffer with him. I suffered, and yet I did not su...
2021-07-0645 min
Mercy UnboundIs The Shroud of Turin For Real? Listen As This Expert Weighs In...Episode 32 with Mark Antonacci Summary
Scientific explanation of the Shroud of Turin
In today’s podcast we speak with Mark Antonacci; author of Test The Shroud: At the Atomic and Molecular Levels and Resurrection of the Shroud: New Scientific, Medical, and Archeological Evidence. Mark has been studying the Shroud of Turin in depth for forty years.
The Image on the shroud is a three dimensional image on a two dimensional linen cloth. The features on the image are encoded in direct proportion to their distance from the cloth. In addition, the Shroud is the...
2021-06-2941 min
Mercy Unbound"Forgiveness - What is the Big Deal About It?"Episode 31 with Fr. Anthony Gramlich, MIC
Ever feel that God could never love you?
Do you have difficulty forgiving others that have hurt you?
Are you able to forgive yourself and move on after making mistakes?
God is love and Mercy Itself
Today’s episode with Father Anthony Gramlich, MIC, Director of the National Shrine of Divine Mercy, dives deep into the bottomless ocean of God’s forgiveness, mercy, and the love He has for all of us.
The sin of pride keeps us away from God; we must ask fo...
2021-06-2241 min
Mercy UnboundLooking at healthcare as a vocation and a "Way of life"Are You a Healthcare Worker and Afraid to Speak of God and Pray with Patients? Are you aware of the promises of praying the Divine Mercy Chaplet for the sick and Dying? Is there a need to ever call a priest?
The importance of knowing the Joint Commission Guidelines
The Joint Commission Accreditation Committee has set forth guidelines used in health care settings, and they have mandated that all patients receive a spiritual assessment upon admission. Healthcare workers should not be afraid to ask the patient or family regarding their spiritual needs. Some examples include...
2021-06-1536 min
Mercy UnboundWhat was the miracle that led to the beatification of St. Faustina?Maureen and Bob Digan’s introduction to suffering
Maureen was 12 years old and Bob was 14 when they first came into contact with one another. Two years later Maureen woke up for school and noticed her leg was painfully swollen. Brushing it off, she journeyed to school but the symptoms worsened with time. Her mother took her to a doctor and was told she had a disease called lymphedema, or Milroy’s disease.
Maureen’s leg continued to worsen and the mainstay of treatment was strict bed rest and antibiotics; this was extremely difficult for a teenage...
2021-06-0834 min
2021-06-0130 min
Mercy UnboundFrom Catholic to Atheist to Catholic - How Marcus Peter Found His Way BackIn today's show, I interview Marcus Peter and his journey from the faith and how he became a devout Catholic evangelist by searching for truth and consistency.
2021-05-2540 min
Mercy UnboundRadical Feminism, Motherhood, and Maternal LoveIn today's show I interview Kimberly Cook and discuss her book, "Motherhood redeemed - how radical feminism betrayed maternal love."
2021-05-1838 min
Mercy UnboundA True Story of Mercy: She Kept the Baby After Something Unthinkable HappenedIn today’s show, I interview Cassaundra Baber; she was sexually assaulted years ago in a “date assault” type situation and did not abort her son and carried him to term. Today he is a wonderful engineer with a creative mind and kind spirit.
2021-05-1139 min
Mercy UnboundThe Avenue of Holistic MedicineIn this episode, we have Dr. Mariana Hiron!
Holistic medicine is the practice of addressing all aspects of health: physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual in order to improve one’s well-being.
With faith as the foundation, holistic medicine is available to all ages and all walks of life. Many times medical practitioners look at a single complaint and try to treat that symptom, rather than asking questions that may determine the cause of the problem.
2021-05-0439 min
Mercy UnboundAtheist Hippy Finds the Key to Unlocking the Floodgates of Mercy (Part 2)Mark was a Jewish atheist and socialist but is now a devout Catholic. Did he ever quit being Jewish once he believed in Jesus? Listen to Mark discuss his conversion and journey and the need for trust in God.
2021-04-2739 min
Mercy UnboundAtheist Hippy Finds the Key to Unlocking the Floodgates of Mercy (Part 1)Mark was a Jewish atheist and socialist but is now a devout Catholic. Did he ever quit being Jewish once he believed in Jesus? Listen to Mark discuss his conversion and journey and the need for trust in God.
2021-04-2137 min
Mercy UnboundDiscipline and Consistency in an Age of Confusion and AnxietyIn today’s episode of “Mercy Unbound” Dr. Thatcher chats with “Dr. Ray” Guarendi, noted psychologist, author of over a dozen books on parenting, discipline, psychology, and apologetics, and well-known Catholic talk show host on EWTN. Dr. Ray focuses on various aspects of discipline, the anxieties parents have about disciplining their children, and why discipline is important for the moral and psychological development of a child.
2021-04-1329 min
Mercy UnboundWhat about the “Right to Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness?”As human beings, the United States Constitution guarantees us the God-given inalienable rights of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. Yet, in our human condition burdened down by sin, the lives of unborn children are taken daily in abortion clinics all over the country. Their unheard stories never make it to the public. As citizens, we must stay informed and fight for God’s precious children.
2021-04-0638 min
Mercy UnboundThe Blueprint for Keeping Your Faith as a Medical Professional with Dr. Brian BurkeyDoctor Brian Burkey discusses how his faith has helped him in a stressful job and keep his balance as to priorities in life. He also discusses the SPIKES system, a way health care professionals can most effectively share bad news with patients.
2021-03-3035 min
Mercy UnboundHe Lost His Faith at MIT - Then Everything ChangedIn this interview Roy Schoeman discusses how he was an MIT graduate and Harvard professor at age 29; along the way, he lost his faith but began to search for God. Raised Jewish and having had a couple of mystical experiences, he converted to Catholicism and talks of his “infusion of knowledge” and his drive to use his time wisely to build up the kingdom of God. You won’t want to miss this one!
Check out Roy's Books:
- Salvation is from the Jews: the Role of Judaism in Salvation History from Abraham to the Second C...
2021-03-2341 min
Mercy UnboundThe True Power of Praying the Divine Mercy Chaplet for the Dying with Kathy WabickIn this interview Kathy Wabick discusses her mother’s death and the ministry of praying the Divine Mercy Chaplet for the dying at the bedside, and Dr. Thatcher discusses the papal Blessing from St. Pope JP II regarding praying the Chaplet for the sick and dying during eucharistic Adoration and how to obtain a copy for your Adoration Chapel.
2021-03-1637 min
Mercy UnboundPaul Zucarelli's Unbelievable Near-Death ExperienceDo you believe that we are here on earth, die, and that is it? If so, listen to Paul Zucarelli’s near-death experience and how it changed his life. The truth will set you free!
2021-03-0945 min
Mercy UnboundEverything You Need to Know about the Rosary Congress with Kristin ByrdWhat is a Rosary Congress and what does it entail? Kristin Bird will discuss these things, the rosary, and some history on the Rosary Congress.
2021-03-0232 min
Mercy UnboundMelissa Coles' Adoption OptionMelissa was a pregnant teenager 20 years ago and walked into an abortion clinic, got up on the table, and then walked out. She eventually put the baby up for adoption and reunited with her son nearly 19 years later. Listen to her heartwarming story and never forget the “Adoption Option.”
2021-02-1734 min
Mercy UnboundThe Image of Divine Mercy: Everything You Need to KnowDr. Bryan Thatcher delves into the Image of Divine Mercy, the Chaplet, and Feast of Divine Mercy, and include how we are called to live the message through the forgiveness of others and self, trust in God, and being merciful to others.
2021-01-2926 min
Divine Mercy in My SoulEp. 78: Dr. Bryan Thatcher on the Cenacles of Divine Mercy (Week 1) - 9/15/13Dr. Bryan Thatcher on the Cenacles of Divine Mercy (Week 1)
2013-09-1555 minDivine Mercy in My SoulEp. 77: Dr. Bryan Thatcher on the Cenacles of Divine Mercy (Introduction) - 9/8/13Dr. Bryan Thatcher on the Cenacles of Divine Mercy (Introduction)
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