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Mental Health Services at Holy Family Catholic Clinic

Holy Family Catholic Clinic is committed to providing superior and compassionate healthcare for the mind, body, and spirit. Frances Conedera, PMHNP, talks to Brenda about mental health services. Holy Family Catholic Clinic. Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform. Find this show on the free Hail Mary […]

Countdown to Oktoberfest with Monica Bochsler

Just a day away and finishing touches and being completed for this year’s Mt. Angel Oktoberfest. Monica Bochsler takes a moment out of her morning to welcome you to this year’s event. Mt. Angel Oktoberfest. Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform. Find this show on the […]

September 12: Full Show

It is a fine Tuesday morning in September. David and Brenda get your day started on The Morning Blend. Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform. Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more. Look through […]

Tech Tuesday with Sarah Kuenzi

Lots to cover on today’s Teck Tuesday with Sarah Kuenzi. She share details on today’s email from Mater Dei Radio plus details on events, Oktoberfest, and our Fall Sharathon. Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform. Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along […]

Exultation of the Cross with Julie Onderko

How did St. Helena find the true relic of the Holy Cross? And where is it now? Find out from Julie Onderko, host of Your Next Mission From God. Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform. Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along […]

Homily Highlight with Fr. Ralph Recker

Today’s Homily Highlight is by Fr. Ralph Recker, pastor at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Mt. Angel. Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform. Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more. Look through past episodes […]

September 11: Full Show

David and Brenda remember and pray on this September 11. Hear the story of an amazing friendship that started in their narrow escape from one of the WTC towers. And culminated in a Deaconate ordination. Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform. Find this show on the […]

Follow the Cross – Suffering and Sacrifice with Fr. Dan Pattee, TOR

Franciscan Friar Fr. Dan Pattee, TOR speaks with Dina Marie about the many feast days during the month of September that connect us to the Cross and Passion of Jesus Christ. We reflect upon the feast on September 14th known as the Exaltation of the Holy Cross, the feast of Our Lady of […]

September Chores: Second Cup for September 11

Enjoy the last few weeks of summer. But first get your outdoor chores done in your yard. David and Brenda have your To-do list. Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform. Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, […]

September 7: Full Show

Oh What A Beautiful Morning! David and Brenda start your day on The Morning Blend. Another reason why David loves September – FOOTBALL! Get the latest sports news plus an inspiring story as Central Catholic football team lifts up one of their players. It’s all on today’s show. Subscribe to […]

Dr. Haywood Robinson: 40 Days For Life

Hear the story of a on-time abortion Dr. turned Pro-life activist. Dr. Haywood Robinson shares his story with Brenda. The 40 Days For Life Fall Campaign begins September 27 and Dr. Robinson tells us why this prayer vigil is so important. 40 Days For Life. Subscribe to the Morning Blend […]

St. Joseph Church Salem Fire with Fr. Jeff Meeuwsen

So much has happened since a fire burned the sanctuary at St. Joseph’s Church in Salem. Fr. Jeff Meeuwsen joins the Morning Blend to tell us more about what happened and the status of the church now. Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform. Find this show […]

September 6: Full Show

Whether you are off to work or working at home, get your morning started with David and Brenda on The Morning Blend. The Archdiocese of Seattle is requesting a resignation letter from all their pastors. Find out why on today’s show. Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast […]

Website Wednesday with Sarah Kuenzi

Sarah Kuenzi is back on The Morning Blend for a Website Wednesday. Highlights from this week’s programming are hitting your inbox today. Find out why some mornings you get a 2nd Cup of The Morning Blend. Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform. Find this show on […]

Homily Highlight with Fr. John Henderson

Today’s Homily Highlight is from Fr. John Henderson, Pastor at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church in Tigard. Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform. Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more. Look through past episodes or […]

September 5: Full Show

After the long Labor Day Weekend, the Morning Blend team is back on the air. David and Brenda fill you in on all the news and sports from the weekend. Pope Francis is back in Rome after another international trip. Hear the details from Mater Dei Radio. Subscribe to the […]

Intercessory Prayers with Julie Onderko

Sometimes all you can do for someone is prayer for them. Julie Onderko talks about the immense value of intercessory prayer and how it helped St. Monica save her son. Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform. Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, […]

Celebrate September: 2nd Cup for September 5

Kids are back to school and fall is just around the corner. September is here and David and Brenda get your calendar filled on today’s 2nd cup. Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform. Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a […]

September 1: Full Show

Why is September David’s favorite month? Find out on today show as the Morning Blend team says hello to a new month. Also new details emerge on the fire that destroyed the sanctuary at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Salem. Archbishop Sample says mass for their community. Subscribe to the […]

Sacred Music with Terry Ross

Today Terry teaches Brenda about the elements of Romance period music. Find out the details plus hear a unique version of the, “Ave Maria”. Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform. Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, […]