January 6, 2026 - Hour 2

Segment 1: Making a Resolution that will StickIt happens every year – you wake up on New Year’s Day, determined that this will be the year you get into shape, grow spiritually, settle your finances, and achieve your dreams. A month later, you’re back to old habits. Sound familiar? Dr. Greg Popcak has some tips.Segment 2: Pope Leo, Bishops respond to Maduro arrestAt his Angelus address on Sunday, Pope Leo expressed concern over the situation in Venezuela and emphasized that the good of the Venezuelan people must prevail over all other issues. Alejandro Bermudez has more on the latest developments.Segment 3: The Mystery of the Stigmata (2 segments)The Stigmata is one of the strangest and most mystical phenomena in the Church. They’ve been the center of devotion and controversy for centuries – are they real? What’s the evidence? Why would God cause them? We explore the mystery with John Clark. 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