We take a look back in the archives this month dedicated to praying for the holy souls in Purgatory. The concept of purgatory is a mystery to some, and an obstacle for others, but what exactly is it? Fr. Scott takes time this week to explain the Scriptural basis of purgatory and what the Church has taught over the centuries about this aspect of our Faith.
Let's Talk Catholic! with Fr. Scott Lawler
Fr. Scott Lawler is a priest of the Diocese of Gaylord with an encyclopedic knowledge of theology, philosophy, history, and culture. Mix that with his trademark Scottish wit and you have one of the best ways to learn more about the Catholic faith. Let's Talk Catholic! airs on Saturdays at Noon in northern Michigan on Relevant Radio.
Friday, November 13, 2026
Thursday, October 29, 2026
Episode 378 - Cemetery Visits (Encore)
This week we go back into the archives for an episode Fr. Scott recorded a few years ago about how to visit the cemetery, especially during the month of November. He also shares more reflections on the holy souls and on our own preparation for death.
https://archive.org/download/LetsTalkCatholic/LTC-077RR-Cemetery_Visits.mp3
Friday, October 23, 2026
Episode 376 - Devotion to Mary (Encore)
What is Marian devotion? Do Catholics pray to Mary? As we near the end of the month of the Holy Rosary, we are re-airing an episode on devotion to the Blessed Mother.
https://archive.org/download/LetsTalkCatholic/LTC-042RR-Devotion%20to%20Mary.mp3
Friday, October 16, 2026
Episode 375 - Angelology
This week Fr. Scott tells us all about angels. They're more than just babies with wings.
https://archive.org/download/LetsTalkCatholic/LTC-191RR-Angelology.mp3
Friday, October 2, 2026
Episode 374 - The Little Poor Man of Assisi w/ Fr. Joe Hund & Bishop Walsh
This weekend, the Church celebrates St. Francis of Assisi, and this past week, Fr. Scott's parish (which happens to be named after that great saint) celebrated its 80th Anniversary. This week, to celebrate the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi, we are proud to present a talk by Franciscan Friar, Fr. Joe Hund, given at Fr. Scott's parish, St. Francis of Assisi in Lewiston, Michigan. Then, Bishop Walsh of the Diocese of Gaylord will offer a homily about the life of St. Francis to celebrate the 80th Anniversary of St. Francis of Assisi parish. Finally, we return to Fr. Hund as he meditates on the end of St. Francis' earthly life.
https://archive.org/download/LetsTalkCatholic/LTC-190RR-St-Francis.mp3
Thursday, September 24, 2026
Episode 373 - Seven Sorrows, Pt. 2 (Re-Air)
We conclude our look at the traditional September devotion to the Seven Sorrows of the Blessed Mother.
https://archive.org/download/LetsTalkCatholic/LTC-040RR-Seven%20Sorrows%20Pt2-2026-Rerun.mp3
Friday, September 18, 2026
Episode 372 - Seven Sorrows, Pt. 1 (Encore)
The month of September is traditionally dedicated to meditating upon the Seven Sorrows (or Dolors) of the Blessed Virgin Mary, so we decided to encore episodes about this beautiful devotion.
https://archive.org/download/LetsTalkCatholic/LTC-073RR-SevenSorrowsPt1.mp3