St. Jude Parish Chatter

Every parish has a story—this week, we meet someone helping shape ours. Join Fr. Thuerauf and Deacon Joe as they sit down with our new parish Business Manager, Joseph Montoya, to learn more about his background and the role he’ll play in our parish community.

Fr. Thuerauf and Deacon Joe are ready to talk about our home in heaven in this week's Gospel reading.

Meet Alyssa Martinez, one of our newest Catholic Christians at St. Jude, as she sits down with Fr. Thuerauf and Deacon Joe to share her experiences at the Easter Vigil and how she came to hear the voice of the Lord in her life.

This week, Fr. Thuerauf and Deacon Joe explore the deeper connections presented in the Gospel readings in the road to Emmaus story.

Fr. Thuerauf and Deacon Joe are excited to explore the truth behind Thomas' doubts and his profound declaration, "My Lord and my God!" in this week's Gospel reading.

Alleluia! Fr. Thuerauf and Deacon Joe are rejoicing thisweek and like Mary Magdalene, encounter Jesus at the tomb.

Fr. Thuerauf and Deacon Joe reflect on the Passion of Christ and its profound effect on our lives.

As Holy Week draws nearer, Fr. Thuerauf and Deacon Joe explain the deeper meaning behind Lazarus' death and return.

Fr. Thuerauf and Deacon Joe welcome our business manager, Jeff Ruskamp, into the studio to discuss Jeff's upcoming wedding!

This week, Fr. Thuerauf and Deacon Joe break open the gospel of the Samaritan woman at the well and how wecan approach it in light of the sacraments of Baptism, Marriage, and the Eucharist.

Fr. Thuerauf and Deacon Joe welcome Fr. Luke Barder into the studio this week to preview the coming Lenten Mission on Monday, March 2nd and Tuesday, March 3rd.

This week, Fr. Thuerauf and Deacon Joe explore ways to grow in virtue, using the temptations Jesus faced in the desert.

Fr. Thuerauf and Deacon Joe are excited to introduce St. Jude's new receptionist, Tracy Reiner, who shares her faith journey with our listeners this week.

Are you hiding the Light of Christ? Fr. Thuerauf and Deacon Joe break open the Gospel reading and discuss how we can shine Christ's light through our lives (and make Super Bowl predictions along the way!).

This week, Fr. Thuerauf and Deacon Joe are joined by Fr. Dan Zimmershied, one of the priests in residence at the rectory, and they discuss Fr. Dan's call to his vocation.

Fr. Thuerauf and Deacon Joe invite our listeners to respond to Jesus' call in the Gospel with the immediacy of the Apostles.

Fr. Thuerauf and Deacon Joe visit with long-time parishioners, Ron and Rose Younger, who have been married for over 70 years!

This week, Father Thuerauf and Deacon Joe remember their favorite baptism stories and dive into the Gospel reading to discuss the Baptism of our Lord.

To start the new year, Fr. Thuerauf and Deacon Joe share stories about wise men (and women!) in their lives and reflect on the story of the magi for the Feast of the Epiphany.

Fr. Thuerauf and Deacon Joe are blessed to interview the founder of Mary’s Homes of Hope, parishioner Lynn Reid, who shares her story of conversion and how the Lord called her toestablish a home for women in need of spiritual and physical comfort.

This week, Fr. Thuerauf and Deacon Joe welcome Deacon Jay Garland to the studio and get a chance to catch up on his life in his new parish in Wyoming.

Fr. Thuerauf and Deacon Joe share their favorite parts of the Mass as they dive into the Gospel for Gaudete Sunday.

This week, Fr. Thuerauf and Deacon Joe welcome Fr. Bryce Lungren into the studio. Fr. Bryce is the author of the Catholic Cowboy Way books, bringing Christ to the world through his raw and real approach to the Gospel.

Fr. Thuerauf and Deacon Joe celebrate the beginning of the new liturgical year with the Gospel and favorite memories from past podcasts.

Fr. Thuerauf and Deacon Joe explore the image of Christ on the cross as our King of the universe, a stark contrast to our image of earthly kings.

This week, Father Thuerauf and Deacon Joe welcome Tom Barela to the studio to discuss growing up Catholic and how his parents influenced his faith life.

Father Thuerauf and Deacon Joe recall some of the most beautiful churches they have visited and discuss the significance of the Lateran Basilica in Rome to the universal Church.

For this episode of the St. Jude Parish Chatter, Fr. Thuerauf and Deacon Joe discuss purgatory, the purification of the soul after death, and how our choices determine our eternal future.

This week's Gospel is the parable of the proud Pharisee and the humble tax collector. Join Fr. Thuerauf and Deacon Joe as they dive into the definition of humility and how it can draw us closer to the Lord.

Father Thuerauf and Deacon Joe recall how all of us are called to be missionaries of the Gospel and live out invitation to be persistent in our prayers.

This week, Fr. Thuerauf and Deacon Joe explore the Gospel of the Ten Lepers and discuss why gratitude is so important to a life of faith.

This week, Father Thuerauf and Deacon Joe interview parishioner Ralph Schmitt who just returned from a pilgrimage to Rome for the Jubilee Year of Hope. 

Heaven or hell? Fr. Thuerauf and Deacon Joe discuss what this gospel reveals to us and it's not what you think!

Fr. Thuerauf and Deacon Joe get to know St. Jude's new business manager, Jeff Ruskamp, touching on his ministry here at the parish.

This week, Fr. Thuerauf and Deacon Joe take a deep dive into the second reading for the Feast of the Exaltation of the cross.

Kicking off our 4th season, Fr. Thuerauf and Deacon Joe interview Greg Kelly to share memories of their first jobs and promote the St. Jude Annual Parish Picnic on Sunday, September 7th.

Fr. Thuerauf and Deacon Joe interview one of our parishioners, Ed Gillcrist (and exchange some favorite “Dad” jokes) before discussing ministry work here at St. Jude.

This week Fr. Thuerauf and Deacon Joe remember their favorite memories from this year's podcasts and offer a reflection on the peace that Jesus promises.

Fr. Thuerauf and Deacon Joe join their guest, Edie Staff, and offer first impressions of our new Pope, Leo XIV, in addition to finding out some interesting facts about how things mysteriously get done behind the scenes.

This week, Fr. Thuerauf and Deacon Joe reminisce on how they honored their own mothers for Mother's Day and dive into the book of Revelation to discuss the promises of heaven.

Fr. Thuerauf and Deacon Joe interview parishioner Mary Leiker and recall special memories from their own Confirmations.

This week, Fr. Thuerauf and Deacon Joe share their favorite memories of Pope Francis and discuss this week’s Gospel where mercy wins out over fear.

Fr. Thuerauf and Deacon Joe sit down with Msgr. Bob Kinkel and recall his journey to the priesthood, favorite memories, and a special Easter blessing.

Fr. Thuerauf and Deacon Joe get a chance to sit down with Melissa Rosenlund, one of our catechumens entering the Catholic Church at the Easter Vigil.

As we get closer to Holy Week, this week's Gospel about the woman caught in adultery reminds us of the depths of God's mercy and forgiveness.

This week, Fr. Thuerauf and Deacon Joe count down the top 10 reasons they love the springtime, then dive deep into the gospel parable of the prodigal son. 

Fr. Thuerauf and Deacon Joe sit down with Archdiocesan Auxiliary Bishop Jorge Rodriguez to discuss the richness of cultural diversity in our church.

The Transfiguration of the Lord reminds us that there is hope for our journey. Fr. Thuerauf and Deacon Joe discuss the glory of God and this glimpse of heaven in the Gospel.

This week, Fr. Thuerauf and Deacon Joe examine the temptations of Jesus for this first Sunday in Lent.

Fr. Thuerauf and Deacon Joe discuss the Gospel reading from Luke 6:39-45, exploring how the splinter in our brother's eye can point to our shortcomings.