June 30, 2026 - Hour 1

Segment 1: What made this nation possible?We are reaching the celebration of the semi-quincentennial anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, and at this crossroads in history we must ask a question. What made this nation possible? Marcus shares some thoughts.Segment 2: Retiring Fijian Priest reflects on healing and missionFr Kusi Cobona is a Fijian priest who is retiring after more than 40 years of ministry, most recently at Sts. James, Cornelius and Cyprian parish in Mason, Michigan. He joins us to reflect on his years of priesthood and shares a healing experience he had while on a parish mission.Segment 3: Newman’s Vision of the University (2 segments)To remove God from education is to tear education itself at the seams. Ali Ghaffari joins us looking at John Henry Newman’s vision of the University and how education should address the entire person. 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