May 14, 2026 - Hour 2

Segment 1: AI and Rerum NovarumAmid all the concerns about artificial intelligence eradicating humans from the workforce, we must base our conversation in the language of the church. AI must serve the dignity of human persons. Everything we do in the sphere of the development of this technology must be to that end. Marcus has more.Segment 2: Legislation to Protect the right to Bury the UnbornNew legislation introduced today would ensure parents can arrange for burial or cremation after a pregnancy loss. Known as the Bereaved Parents Act, the bill is sponsored by Senator Roger Marshall of Kansas, who practiced as an OBGYN for more than 25 years. Michael New tells us more about it.Segment 3: The Liturgical Symbolism of the AscensionWhen St. Thomas Aquinas explains the meaning of the Gloria in the rite of Mass, he says that it “commemorates heavenly glory, to which we tend after the misery of this life.” The Mass, from the very moment of the consecration, makes Christ present as he is now in heaven. On this Feast of the Ascension, we look at how Christ’s Ascension is highlighted in the Mass with Fr. Michael Eades.Segment 4: The Ascension elevates our faithThe Ascension shows us a biblical narrative of Christ being enthroned because He ascends into heaven to receive His place at the right hand of God the Father. His full divine nature was always Lord and now His full human nature has ascended and is now fully Lord of heaven and earth. Marcus has more. 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