Ave Maria in the Afternoon Full Hours - July 13, 2026 - Hour 1

Segment 1: “Not Peace, but a Sword”In today’s Gospel Jesus says He has come not to bring peace, but a sword – but what kind of sword? Marcus looks at the Old Testament connections to this passage.Segment 2: Remembering a British Politician who Championed the UnbornAnn Widdecombe, who converted to the Catholic faith in 1993, was known for advocating conservative and pro-life positions in the British House of Commons. She died last week at the age of 78, and her friend Joanna Bogle joins us to remember her.4:30 – American Catholics: A People in Exile?Regardless of what political system they are born into, every Catholic has social responsibilities toward their fellow man. What responsibilities do American Catholics have? Are we a people in a place of grace, or a people in exile? David Deavel joins us. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit avemariapm.substack.com