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All Saints Day – November 1, 2011

Francesca  Franchina, MS Ed. talks with  listeners about their favorite saints, All Saints Day and All Souls Day, commemorating our  patrons and deceased  and what we can do to improve our prayer lives that influences how we live our day to day lives. What constitutes a Christ centered life, home in the Catholic tradition focusing on prayer, attitudes, sacramentals, and  virtue.  Call in, share your views, ideas, concerns. Open Mic on Family, Faith and Foods…

SHARING FAITH AND FOODS: Francesca’s  recipe of the week:   Pasta fagioli featuring black eyed peas…. This is a quick, deliciously filling, inexpensive, and EZ Mediterraneandown home” dinner. Through the Tummy to the Heart Archivesfor past programs on www.radiomaria.us . Send a SASE to Francesca; P O Box 3238, Dayton, OH 45401 for  the St. Michael The Archangel and Precious Blood of Jesus Novena and Prayer and  name/s of sought recipe/s.  Francesca Franchina stirs up good things in her kitchen sharing faith, inviting others to partake in the goodness of the Lord and sharing recipes for living  life’s lessons as given to us in the Word of God and promulgated by Good Pope John Paul II in The New Evangelization.   “Taste and See the Goodness of the Lord ” in Francesca’s kitchen as she shares everyday  down to earth conversation about sharing faith, easy ways to evangelization and her family’s favorite  Italian  recipes from Termini Imerese, Sicilia

October 25, 2011- What constitutes a Christ centered home?

Francesca  Franchina, MS Ed. talks with Frances Hary, co host of Carmelite Conversations, and Thomas, a  program  listener  about  re/creation in the Christian sense; Christian marriage and  bringing up children  and living in a Christ Centered Home no matter what age.  What constitutes a Christ centered home in the Catholic tradition focusing on prayer, attitudes, structure,  virtue, discipline, family values and family fun?  Call in, share your views, ideas, concerns. Open Mic on Family, Faith and Foods…SHARING FAITH AND FOODS: Francesca’s recipe of the week:   Oven roasted Italian stuffed peppers with   Italian oven browned garlic potatoes bathed in olive oil. This is a quick, deliciously filling and EZ  Mediterranean dinner. Through the Tummy to the Heart Archivesfor past programs on www.radiomaria.us .   Send a SASE to Francesca; P O Box 3238, Dayton, OH 45401 for  the St. Michael The Archangel and Precious Blood of Jesus Novena and Prayer and  name/s of sought recipe/s.  Francesca Franchina stirs up good things in her kitchen sharing faith, inviting others to partake in the goodness of the Lord and sharing recipes for living  life’s lessons as given to us in the Word of God and promulgated by Good Pope John Paul II in The New Evangelization.   “Taste and See the Goodness of the Lord ” in Francesca’s kitchen as she shares everyday  down to earth conversation about sharing faith, easy ways to evangelization and her family’s favorite  Italian  recipes from Termini Imerese, Sicilia

October 18, 2011 – Gaylene Baier

Francesca  Franchina, MS Ed. talks with Gaylene Baier, RN, spiritual director and   past President of ACT (Association of Christian Therapists) an international Christian organization for medical and mental health professionals, allied health fields, clergy and those in healing ministry focusing on  the power of Christian prayer in healing about the gift of healing, Marian apparitions and the world situation with droughts in TX, hurricanes, floods tsunamis, her experiences in Betania Venezuela.  Tune in for lots of spiritually healthy  health information; call in to ask questions or share  your experiences of  health related Christian prayer and healing ministries. For more information: See the ACT web site at www.actheals.org . Find out how you can become an ACT member or find a Christian  health care giver in your area.  

SHARING FAITH AND FOODS: Francesca’s  recipe of the week:  Fast, deliciously filling and EZ  Mediterranean Risotto ala Antonio: Boiled or steamed rice  with oven roasted  cubed eggplant and  sliced celery drizzled with olive oil and  browned ground chuck dressed with freshly  grated Parmesan cheese;  Italian black olives  and sliced pepperoncini (if desired). See Through the Tummy to the Heart Archivesfor past programs on www.radiomaria.us .   Send a SASE to Francesca; P O Box 3238, Dayton, OH 45401 for  the St. Michael The Archangel and Precious Blood of Jesus Novena and Prayer and  name/s of sought recipe/s.  Francesca Franchina stirs up good things in her kitchen sharing faith, inviting others to partake in the goodness of the Lord and sharing recipes for living  life’s lessons as given to us in the Word of God and promulgated by Good Pope John Paul II in The New Evangelization.   “Taste and See the Goodness of the Lord ” in Francesca’s kitchen as she shares everyday  down to earth conversation about sharing faith, easy ways to evangelization and her family’s favorite  Italian  recipes from Termini Imerese, Sicilia 

Music Break:  COME TO THE TABLE

Dr. Douglas Schoeninger – September 27, 2011

Francesca Franchina, MS Ed. talks with Dr. Douglas Schoeninger,Ph.D past President of ACT (Association of Christian Therapists) an international Christian organization for medical and mental health professionals, allied health fields, clergy and those in healing ministry focusing on the power of Christian prayer in healing and the upcoming International ACT Conference to be held in Philadelphia October 6-9, 2011. Tune in for lots of spiritually healthy health information; call in to ask questions or share your experiences of health related Christian prayer and healing ministries. For more information: See the ACT web site at www.actheals.org . Find out how you can become an ACT member or find a Christian health care giver in your area. SHARING FAITH AND FOODS: Francesca’s recipe of the week: Fast, deliciously filling and EZ Mediterranean Risotto ala Antonio: Boiled or steamed rice with oven roasted cubed eggplant and sliced celery drizzled with olive oil and browned ground chuck dressed with freshly grated Parmesan cheese; Italian black olives and sliced pepperoncini (if desired). See Through the Tummy to the Heart Archives for past programs on www.radiomaria.us . Send a SASE to Francesca; P O Box 3238, Dayton, OH 45401 for the St. Michael The Archangel and Precious Blood of Jesus Novena and Prayer and name/s of sought recipe/s. Francesca Franchina stirs up good things in her kitchen sharing faith, inviting others to partake in the goodness of the Lord and sharing recipes for living life’s lessons as given to us in the Word of God and promulgated by Good Pope John Paul II in The New Evangelization. “Taste and See the Goodness of the Lord ” in Francesca’s kitchen as she shares everyday down to earth conversation about sharing faith, easy ways to evangelization and her family’s favorite Italian recipes from Termini Imerese, Sicilia

Joyce Wolslegel – September 20, 2011

Francesca  Franchina, MS Ed. talks with Joyce Wolslegel, President of The Daughters of The Immaculate Conception, Dayton, Ohio  and  evangelization / prayer pros  Carol Svisco  and Caroline Adams about  this vibrant Catholic Marian Women’s Organization founded in 1909  which continues to meet monthly  to  celebrate and educate about the Blessed Virgin Mary; Marian dogmas, doctrines, devotions, virtues and Catholic social issues. Find out more about The Daughters of the Immaculate Conception  bus trip to St.  Peter in Chains Cathedral in Cincinnati on Thursday October 20 and to join them in  their  33 day Novena for  growing in Our Lady’s virtues and the Triumph of the Immaculate Heart beginning November 5 for the renewal of their Marian  Consecration on December 8th, the Feast of The Immaculate Conception at the Mother of Good Counsel Chapel.  Interested in starting a Marian organization in your area? Tune in and get the info;  call in to ask questions or share Marian information . Find out how you can start a DOIC in your area.     Francesca’s  recipes of the week:  Fast, deliciously filling and EZ Italian Stuffed Green Peppers and Frito Misto. See Through the Tummy to the HeartArchives for past programs on www.radiomaria.us .  Send a SASE to Francesca; P O Box 3238, Dayton, OH 45401 for  the St. Michael The Archangel and Precious Blood of Jesus Novena and Prayer and SHARING FAITH AND FOODS. Francesca Franchina stirs up good things in her kitchen sharing faith, inviting others to partake in the goodness of the Lord and sharing recipes for living  life’s lessons as given to us in the Word of God and promulgated by Good Pope John Paul II in The New Evangelization.   “Taste and See the Goodness of the Lord ” in Francesca’s kitchen as she shares everyday  down to earth conversation about sharing faith, easy ways to evangelization and her family’s favorite  Italian  recipes from Termini Imerese, Sicilia

Fr. Dwight Campbell – September 13, 2011

Francesca Franchina, MS Ed. talks with Fr. Dwight Campbell, Co-Pastor of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish in Wisconsin about Our Lady of Sorrows, The Seven Sorrows of Mary and the Feast of The Triumph of The Cross. Francesca’s Recipe of the Week: Fast, deliciously filling and easy Italian Stuffed Green Peppers and Frito Misto. See Through the Tummy to the Heart Archives for past programs on www.radiomaria.us .  Send a SASE to Francesca; P O Box 3238, Dayton, OH 45401 for the St. Michael The Archangel and Precious Blood of Jesus Novena and Prayer and SHARING FAITH AND FOODS. Francesca Franchina stirs up good things in her kitchen sharing faith, inviting others to partake in the goodness of the Lord and sharing recipes for living life’s lessons as given to us in the Word of God and promulgated by Good Pope John Paul II in The New Evangelization. “Taste and See the Goodness of the Lord ” in Francesca’s kitchen as she shares everyday down to earth conversation about sharing faith, easy ways to evangelization and her family’s favorite Italian recipes from Termini Imerese, Sicilia

Fr. Mike Halloran and Ruth Deddens – September 06, 2011

Francesca  Franchina, MS Ed. talks with Fr. Mike Halloran, Pastor of Holy Cross, Holy Rosary and St. Adelbert Parishes, Dayton, OH , Ruth Deddens, Holy Angels Parishioner and  President of One More Soul, Dayton, OH  and Tim Francis, Founder/President of You Shall Believe Ministries, Dallas, Texas  regarding the Memorial Prayer Gathering/Evening Prayer  and Concert at St. Anthony of Padua Church on Sunday, September 11 at 4 PM and the message behind the modern day  Eucharistic Miracles documented by world renown pathologists in the  You Shall Believe  Multi-Media Presentation by Tim  at 7:00 – 8:30 PM on September 11, 12, 13 at St. Anthony of Padua Parish on Bowen  Street, Dayton, OH 45410. Francesca’s  Recipe of the Week:  Fast, deliciously filling and easy Risotto with Melangani (rice with eggplant) and Italian breaded pork or beef steaks.  Send a SASE to Francesca; P O Box 3238, Dayton, OH 45401 for  the St. Michael The Archangel and Precious Blood of Jesus Novena and Prayer and SHARING FAITH AND FOODS: Francesca Franchina stirs up good things in her kitchen sharing faith, inviting others to partake in the goodness of the Lord and sharing recipes for living  life’s lessons as given to us in the Word of God and promulgated by Good Pope John Paul II in The New Evangelization.   “Taste and See the Goodness of the Lord ” in Francesca’s kitchen as she shares everyday  down to earth conversation about sharing faith, easy ways to evangelization and her family’s favorite  Italian  recipes from Termini Imerese, Sicilia

Conversion of Heart; Circumcision of Heart – August 23, 2011

 Conversion of Heart; Circumcision of Heart : How can you change your outlook on life and experience a change of heart? Francesca Franchina, MS Ed. talks with callers focusing on making the most of where you are and what you have. Personal transformation through growing in Holy Spirit Wisdom and Knowledge and how this is all related to baking her delicious Italian bread…puffed up, punched down and baked to perfection. Spiritual growth and formation; determining God’s Will in your life through purifying stress, overcoming problems and challenges through pruning and discernment. Francesca’s Recipe of the Week: Francesca’s Italian Bread and Green Bean Italian Salad with Pepperoni and Mozzarella. See Through the Tummy to the Heart Archives for past programs on www.radiomaria.us . ) Send a SASE to Francesca; P O Box 3238, Dayton, OH 45401 for the St. Michael The Archangel and Precious Blood of Jesus Novena and Prayer and SHARING FAITH AND FOODS: Francesca Franchina stirs up good things in her kitchen sharing faith, inviting others to partake in the goodness of the Lord and sharing recipes for living life’s lessons as given to us in the Word of God and promulgated by Good Pope John Paul II in The New Evangelization. “Taste and See the Goodness of the Lord ” in Francesca’s kitchen as she shares everyday down to earth conversation about sharing faith, easy ways to evangelization and her family’s favorite Italian recipes from Termini Imerese, Sicilia

Dr. Sylvia Gleason – August 16, 2011

Francesca  Franchina, MS Ed. speaks with Dr. Sylvia Gleason, DO of Dayton, OH about  PROJECT CONGO,a charity helping to meet the medical and nutritional needs of the refugees and orphan population of Goma in the Democratic Republic of Congo (www.projectcongo.org); the cause of the war there and what happened  (what she learned and we need to know )while she and three medical students worked  there this summer in the new hospital and the areas around it.. Find out what is happening there with families coping with the aftermath of war, suffering the result of warfare and poverty and the faith dimension of the people, the priests, religious and volunteers there. Your prayers are needed! Find out what you can do right from your home!

Download free book of Precious Blood Prayers and other materials/devotions as given to  Barnabas, a Nigerian seminarian by Jesus (with nihil obstat)  see www.preciousbloodinternational.com   Send a SASE to Francesca; P O Box 3238, Dayton, OH 45401 for  the St. Michael The Archangel and Precious Blood of Jesus Novena and Prayer and Francesca’s Italian Recipe of the Week: Today’s Recipe:  Sauteed Zucchini with Tomatoes;  & Italian Olive Salad/Antipasti. 

SHARING FAITH AND FOODS: Francesca Franchina stirs up good things in her kitchen sharing faith, inviting others to partake in the goodness of the Lord and sharing recipes for living  life’s lessons as given to us in the Word of God and promulgated by Good Pope John Paul II in The New Evangelization.   “Taste and See the Goodness of the Lord ” in Francesca’s kitchen as she shares everyday  down to earth conversation about sharing faith, easy ways to evangelization and her family’s favorite  Italian  recipes from Termini Imerese, Sicilia

The Power of Prayer – August 2, 2011

Francesca Franchina, MS ED discusses  the power of prayer and how Jesus, the Blessed Mother and the Saints help us in personal matters, individually and collectively,in families and communities and  chats about the holy talks and tips given to the Presentation Bible Institute attendees  held last week in Cincinnati,OH  featuring Fr. Tom Forrest, internationally known Redemptorisst priest evangelizer who preached on Evangelization, Prayer and Jesus’ Scipture Promises. Learn what he said and more! Check out the dedication and blessing of the Shrine of St.Philomena in Navarro, OH at St. Clements’ Church on August 14th. Tune in to the program for more details.  Download free book of Precious Blood Prayers and other materials/devotions as given to  Barnabas, a Nigerian seminarian by Jesus (with nihil obstat)  see www.preciousbloodinternational.com    Send a SASE to Francesca; P O Box 3238, Dayton, OH 45401 for  the St. Michael The Archangel and Precious Blood of Jesus Novena and Prayer and Francesca’s Italian Recipe of the Week: Today’s Recipe:  Pasta with Cauliflower & Italian Tiramasu.  See www.radiomaria.us Through the Tummy to the Heart Archives for past programs listening pleasure. Call in to share how you have been  assisted by Devotion to the Precious Blood of Jesus . 

SHARING FAITH AND FOODS: Francesca Franchina stirs up good things in her kitchen sharing faith, inviting others to partake in the goodness of the Lord and sharing recipes for living  life’s lessons as given to us in the Word of God and promulgated by Good Pope John Paul II in The New Evangelization.   “Taste and See the Goodness of the Lord ” in Francesca’s kitchen as she shares everyday  down to earth conversation about sharing faith, easy ways to evangelization and her family’s favorite  Italian  recipes from Termini Imerese, Sicilia

THE PRECIOUS BLOOD OF JESUS AND THE ADORERS OF THE PRECIOUS BLOOD Part V – July 26, 2011

THE  PRECIOUS BLOOD OF JESUSAND THE ADORERS OF THE PRECIOUS BLOOD Part V

Francesca Franchina, MS ED discusses The Theology and Devotion to  The Precious Blood of Jesus with Carmelite Father Tom Alkire,  of  Los Angeles, CA and Patricia Fason of Florida focusing on The Holy Mass, Healing, and  the Precious Blood of Jesus;  Why the Precious Blood Consecration, Prayers/Devotionals and Understanding the Theology of the Precious Blood of Jesus is so important for today’s situation in the world  and how  the Plrecious Blood  of  Jesus helps us in personal matters, individually and collectively,in families and communities.  To learn more and  download free book of Precious Blood Prayers and other materials/devotions as given to  Barnabas, a Nigerian seminarian by Jesus (with nihil obstat)  see www.preciousbloodinternational.com   Send a SASE to Francesca; P O Box 3238, Dayton, OH 45401 for  the St. Michael The Archangel and Precious Blood of Jesus Novena and Prayer and Francesca’s Italian Recipe of the Week: Today’s Recipe:  Pasta with Cauliflower & Italian Tiramasu.  See www.radiomaria.us Through the Tummy to the Heart Archives for past programs listening pleasure. Call in to share how you have been  assisted by Devotion to the Precious Blood of Jesus . 

SHARING FAITH AND FOODS: Francesca Franchina stirs up good things in her kitchen sharing faith, inviting others to partake in the goodness of the Lord and sharing recipes for living  life’s lessons as given to us in the Word of God and promulgated by Good Pope John Paul II in The New Evangelization.   “Taste and See the Goodness of the Lord ” in Francesca’s kitchen as she shares everyday  down to earth conversation about sharing faith, easy ways to evangelization and her family’s favorite  Italian  recipes from Termini Imerese, Sicilia

The Theology of the Precious Blood of Jesus – July 19, 2011

Part IV  Why the Devotion and Understanding the Theology of the Precious Blood of Jesus  is so important? How it helps humanity and each person individually and collectively.

Francesca Franchina, MS ED discusses The Theology and Devotion to  The Precious Blood of Jesus,   during  the July, the month  devoted to The Most Precious Blood .   Send a SASE to Francesca; P O Box 3238, Dayton, OH 45401 for  the St. Michael The Archangel and Precious Blood of Jesus Novena and Prayer and Francesca’s Italian Recipe of the Week: Today’s Recipe:  Pasta with Broccoli & Italian Tuna Salad with Refreshing Lemon.  See www.radiomaria.us Through the Tummy to the Heart Archives for past programs listening pleasure. Call in to share your angel stories and how you have been  assisted by Devotion to the Precious Blood of Jesus . 

SHARING FAITH AND FOODS: Francesca Franchina stirs up good things in her kitchen sharing faith, inviting others to partake in the goodness of the Lord and sharing recipes for living  life’s lessons as given to us in the Word of God and promulgated by Good Pope John Paul II in The New Evangelization.   “Taste and See the Goodness of the Lord ” in Francesca’s kitchen as she shares everyday  down to earth conversation about sharing faith, easy ways to evangelization and her family’s favorite  Italian  recipes from Termini Imerese, Sicilia

How do you get rid of evil thoughts and deadly sins? – July 12, 2011

Francesca Franchina, MS ED discusses The Theology and Devotion to The Precious Blood of Jesus, for the Month Devoted to The Most Precious Blood . Send a SASE to Francesca; P O Box 3238, Dayton, OH 45401 for the St. Michael The Archangel and Precious Blood of Jesus Novena and Prayer and Francesca’s Italian Recipe of the Week: Today’s Recipe: Granita, Italian Lemon Ice and Gelato, Italian Ice Cream. See www.radiomaria.us Through the Tummy to the Heart Archives for past programs listening pleasure. Call in to share your angel stories and how you have been assisted by Devotion to the Precious Blood of Jesus . SHARING FAITH AND FOODS: Francesca Franchina stirs up good things in her kitchen sharing faith, inviting others to partake in the goodness of the Lord and sharing recipes for living life’s lessons as given to us in the Word of God and promulgated by Good Pope John Paul II in The New Evangelization. “Taste and See the Goodness of the Lord ” in Francesca’s kitchen as she shares everyday down to earth conversation about sharing faith, easy ways to evangelization and her family’s favorite Italian recipes from Termini Imerese, Sicilia

The Blood of Jesus and The Seven Deadly Sins Part I – June 28, 2011

Francesca Franchina, MS ED discusses The Theology and Devotion to  The Precious Blood of Jesus  preparing for the Month  Devoted to The Most Precious Blood .  Send a SASE to Francesca; P O Box 3238, Dayton, OH 45401 for  the St. Michael The Archangel and Precious Blood of Jesus Novena and Prayer and Francesca’s Italian Recipe of the Week: Today’s Recipe:  Granita, Italian Lemon Ice and Gelato, Italian Ice Cream.  See www.radiomaria.us Through the Tummy to the Heart Archives for past programs listening pleasure. Call in to share your angel stories and how you have been  assisted by Devotion to the Precious Blood of Jesus . 

SHARING FAITH AND FOODS: Francesca Franchina stirs up good things in her kitchen sharing faith, inviting others to partake in the goodness of the Lord and sharing recipes for living  life’s lessons as given to us in the Word of God and promulgated by Good Pope John Paul II in The New Evangelization.   “Taste and See the Goodness of the Lord ” in Francesca’s kitchen as she shares everyday  down to earth conversation about sharing faith, easy ways to evangelization and her family’s favorite  Italian  recipes from Termini Imerese, Sicilia