Catholic Diocese of Saginaw Podcast
Talks and presentations to help you in your Catholic faith. We participate in activities of social justice, support the good works of persons locally and in other countries, prepare our children and young people to be faith-filled, responsible members of the community — and we do all this in the name of our Lord, Jesus Christ.The Catholic Diocese of Saginaw includes 56 parishes in 11 counties of Mid-Michigan.Our Mission Statement: Trusting in the Holy Spirit and nourished by the Eucharist, we, the faithful of the Diocese of Saginaw, are companions on the journey to share the love of Jesus Christ.
Episodes
Bravery or conformity...which way do you live your Christian life?
In this powerful Lenten reflection, you’ll hear a challenge most Christians avoid:
-It’s not enough to be kind
-It’s not enough to believe
-The mission isn’t complete until we ask: Do you believe?
What’s really holding us back?
-Conformity to culture
-Staying in our comfort zones
-Hiding our faith
We often talk about our faith in general terms, but when someone asks how Jesus has personally changed your life, do you have an answer ready?
In this week’s Lenten Reflection, we move from serving others to sharing our story. It is not a self-help program—it is a mission for the world. Watch as we discuss:
-Overcoming the fear of rejection
-Why you were born for this (featuring the courage of St. Joan of Arc)
-Three questions to trans...
Bishop Robert Gruss is inviting Catholics to reflect on one of the most challenging — and transformative — parts of the Christian life: surrendering completely to God.
Speaking at the First Friday gathering at the Cathedral of Mary of the Assumption, Bishop Gruss shared a reflection inspired by Pope Leo XIV’s message about Lent.
“Lent is not about spiritual self-optimization”
“True conversion begins when we allow Christ to act within...
In this week’s Lenten reflection, Bishop Gruss focuses on the significance of prayer in understanding and fulfilling God's will in our lives, particularly in the context of the mission of Jesus. Bishop Gruss asks, “How often do you pray seeking God's will for your life?”
Do you believe that God has created you and put you on this earth for a specific purpose with a specific mission for him?
In this week’s Lenten reflection, Bishop Gruss discusses what is necessary to embrace the mission God has given you…
As we begin 2026 Lenten season, Bishop Robert Gruss invites us to hear Jesus’ call anew: “Repent and believe in the Gospel.”
To believe in the Gospel means more than words — it means embracing the mission of Christ and carrying it into our families, parishes, and communities through the power of the Holy Spirit.
This Lent, he encourages us to ask Jesus to set our hearts on fire for mission, deepen our conversion, and live o...
Bishop Gruss explores the significance of Lent, emphasizing the importance of preparation, desire, and the practices of fasting, prayer, and almsgiving. In this talk, he encourages the faithful to prepare for Lent intentionally and highlights the transformative power of fasting as a spiritual discipline that fosters a closer relationship with God.
A few takeways:
- Fasting is a biblical practice that draws us closer to God.
- Fasting ...
Bishop Robert Gruss, known for his insightful and compassionate leadership in the Catholic Diocese of Saginaw, recently appeared on WSGW for a Christmas Eve interview. He shared his thoughts and reflections on the holiday season while talking to longtime friend and host, Art Lewis.
Bishop Gruss emphasized the importance of unity and love, encouraging listeners to embrace the spirit of Christmas by reaching out to those in need and f...
Bishop Gruss: When we wait on God, we open ourselves up to a deeper intimacy with Him, even in the midst of uncertainty.
You can view previous reflections here: https://saginaw.org/advent
Bishop Gruss: In this season of Advent, have you been waiting for Christmas or longing for Jesus?
This week we will reflect upon Mary’s posture of waiting. The length of an average pregnancy is forty weeks. After Mary gave her fiat – her surrender – to bearing the Son of God, she still had to wait nine long months before she could finally cradle him in her arms. One can just imagine Mary’s excitement and anticipation during those...
In any given week, how many anonymous Catholics are in the pews at the Mass in which you attend? When was the last time you went up to someone you did not know and introduced yourself to that person?
As I mentioned last week, during this season of Advent, our reflections will look at four postures of our Blessed Mother. It is my hope that Mary will lead us into her heart, and guide us into a deeper experience of the Chri...
Bishop Robert Gruss: Our reflections will look at four postures of our Blessed Mother. It is my hope that during this season of Advent, Mary will lead us into her heart, a heart that longed with hopeful expectation of the Lord’s coming. As the mother of our Savior, she will guide our hearts to a deeper experience of the Christmas mystery.
On Oct. 23, Deacon Larry Gayton discussed the upcoming march for migrants and refugees and Hispanic Mass on the Art Lewis Show.
At 3 p.m. on Saturday, October 25, faithful will gather for a solemn March for migrants and refugees. The march will begin at Great Lakes Bay Health Center parking lot at 501 Lapeer Ave., Saginaw and conclude at St. Joseph Church, 910 N 6th Ave., Saginaw.
After the March, a Misa Hispana (Hispanic Mass) will...
This is Bishop Gruss' homily during staff Mass at the Diocesan Center for Ministry on Sept. 25, 2025.
John Gonzalez was interviewed by Vanessa Denha Garmo on Ave Maria Radio's "Epiphany" program. During the interview, John shares about evangelization, Rescue Michigan and more.
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