November 12, 2025 – Hour 2

Nigerian schoolgirl Leah Sharibu still captive 7 years laterLeah Sharibu is a young Nigerian girl who was kidnapped by Boko Haram militants in February 2018. Nearly eight years later, she is still in captivity, because she has refused to renounce her Christian faith. Andrea Picciott-Bayer has more on her story.Links for this SegmentNigerian schoolgirl Leah Sharibu still captive 7 years later: When will the horrors end?Rugged Wisdom for Faithful DadsAs a young man, Tyler Blanski lived by the bold American proverb “If you’re going to be a bear, be a grizzly.” He chased adventure, dreamed big, and lived passionately. But after marriage, kids, and settling into suburban life, he found himself wondering, Am I still the grizzly—or have I become a teddy bear? Sound familiar? What if the life you’re living—the diapers, deadlines, and dog walks—is exactly where your greatness is meant to unfold? Tyler joins us.Links for this SegmentFind Your Fight bookIs there a priest in the house?There was a time when, during an emergency or medical crisis, a priest would be called in addition to police or paramedics. But times have changed, and according to research by the National Catholic Register, priests report they are rarely called to the scene of emergencies. What brought about this shift? Marcus has more.Links for this Segment‘Someone Call a Priest’: Sacraments at Time of Crisis Are Not Administered as Often as They Used to Be 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