November 20, 2025 – Hour 2

Belarus pardons 2 Catholic priests after talks with VaticanTwo Catholic priests in Belarus will be released from prison in an act of “goodwill” after national leaders engaged in talks with the Vatican. Matthew Bunson has the details on this and other Church news.Links for this SegmentBelarus pardons 2 Catholic priests after talks with VaticanWorld’s tallest Our Lady of Fátima monument inaugurated in BrazilPope Leo appoints Nigerian priest assessor for general affairs of the Secretariat of StatePro-life groups condemn ‘glorification’ of Kessler twins’ assisted suicide in GermanyDiscernment of Spirits for BeginnersWe are engaged in a spiritual struggle with an enemy who seeks to bring about distraction, fear, and isolation. But we need not fear, for the Lord has given us tools and gifts to help fight this spiritual battle. Mary Ruth Hackett joins us.Marcus’ Monologue: Don’t Fall for the Rage-BaitA new film starring Nicholas Cage presents itself as a horror movie about the childhood of Jesus. Films like this like to bait Christians into harsh negative reactions, hoping to generate publicity. But this tactic seems to be wearing thin, as many Christians have decided to stop falling for the rage-bait. 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