The Catholic Morning Show - 05/08/2026

On this episode of the Catholic Morning Show, Fr. Chris Reising joins the show for a Gospel reflection on the Sixth Sunday of Easter. He discusses Jesus’ words, “If you love me, you will keep my commandments,” and explains how the commandments are not burdens, but pathways to authentic freedom, holiness, and deeper union with Christ. Drawing from sports analogies and the witness of the saints, Fr. Reising highlights how love is a choice rooted in sacrifice and obedience to God. Later, Maggie DeWitte, Executive Director of Pulse Life Advocates, gives a pulse update on pro-life efforts across Iowa. She shares recent legislative victories regarding abortion pill safeguards, discusses the upcoming Iowa March for Life on June 20, and reflects on the importance of year-round advocacy, education, and prayer in building a culture of life. Maggie also previews upcoming events including the Pulse Life Advocates Gala featuring Jim Caviezel. Listen live weekdays at 7 AM CT on Iowa Catholic Radio, online at IowaCatholicRadio.com, or on the Iowa Catholic Radio app. #CatholicMorningShow #IowaCatholicRadio #FrChrisReising #MaggieDeWitte #PulseLifeAdvocates #SundayGospel #SixthSundayOfEaster #CatholicFaith #ProLife #CultureOfLife #CatholicRadio #CatholicPodcast #JesusChrist #CatholicTeaching #IowaMarchForLife Credits: Produced, Edited, and Mixed by Ayden Pugh, Alexia Baker, and Brady Grimm. ENJOYING THE SHOW? Follow The Catholic Morning Show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify so you never miss an episode — and if this one was worth your time, please leave us a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ rating. It takes ten seconds and it's the single best way to help more people find the show. 🎧 LISTEN LIVE Catch The Catholic Morning Show live, weekday mornings on Iowa Catholic Radio. Listen Live · Program Schedule · Our Stations LINKSYou can follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, Tiktok! More on our website.If you would like to support Iowa Catholic Radio you can donate Here! More from Iowa Catholic Radio:Sunday Dive with Katie PatrizioMan Up! with Joe StopulosCatholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie NelsonThe Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud MarrBe Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce RiebeBe Not Afraid en Español con el P. Fabián MoncadaMaking it Personal with Bishop William JoensenFaith and Family Finance with Gregory WaddleThe Great Men of the Bible with Joe Stopulos Liturgy & DevotionsThe Daily Gospel Reflection with Fr. Nick SmithThe Daily Mass from St. Francis of AssisiThe Daily Mass from St. Pius XThe Daily Mass from St. TheresaSunday Mass from the Basilica of Saint JohnWant to support your favorite show? Click Here Iowa Catholic Radio - Connecting People to Christ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.