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An image of the Sacred Heart in the Church of the Jesu in Rome

Consecration to the Sacred Heart of Jesus

Next week, the Bishops of the United States will meet in Orlando and consecrate America to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. This week on Register Radio we are joined by Bishop Kevin Rhoades to explain the importance of the consecration and how we can all take part and then Register senior writer Zelda Caldwell tells us about the remarkable phenomenon of diocesan priests living in community.

Pope Leo XIV waves to pilgrims during the general audience in St. Peter’s Square, May 27, 2026. The pope urged priests “to respect the texts and norms of the liturgy” during a reflection on the Second Vatican Council’s liturgical reform.

Magnificent Humanity

Pope Leo XIV has released his first encyclical, Magnifica Humanitas, on safeguarding the human person in the face of artificial intelligence. This week on Register Radio, Register Managing Editor Jonathan Liedl and Register Staff Writer Jonah McKeown give us their analysis. And then, what do Gen-Z’s think of AI? We are joined by Register staff writer Gigi Duncan and Will Deatherage CEO of Catholics for Hire.

Pope Leo XIII

Rerum Novarum

May 15th marked the 135thth anniversary of the promulgation of the groundbreaking encyclical Rerum Novarum by Pope Leo XIII. This week on Register Radio, we talk to Register contributor and theologian Larry Chapp. Register contributor and Photographer Jeff Bruno joins us to describe the launch of the 2026 Eucharistic Pilgrimage in honor of America’s 250th Anniversary.

A couple of pilgrims from St. Charles Borromeo explore the beach in Miño, just a short walk from the Camino.

The Patrons of Catholic Tech Bros

Who are the intellectual patrons of Catholic tech bros? It’s a question of increasing relevance and importance. This week on RR Register Staff writer Jonah McKeown talks about the thinkers shaping the Catholic response to. And then, Register Senior writer Zelda Caldwell joins us to describe her profound spiritual journey on the Camino.

Pope Leo XIV speaks May 6 at the Swiss Guard swearing-in ceremony in the Paul VI Audience Hall at the Vatican.

Pope Leo XIV’s First Year

One year ago, Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost was elected pope by the Cardinals in the conclave and took the name Leo XIV. Frank Rocca, Senior Vatican Analyst for EWTN News, joins Register Radio this week to look back on the first American born pope’s first year as head of the Church. And Register European Correspondent Solène Tadié tells us about the latest controversy surrounding the restoration and the artistic heritage of Notre Dame Cathedral.

Father Robert Prevost celebrates his birthday with fellow Augustinians during his 11-year assignment in Trujillo, Peru (1988-1999). The photo is on display in the Pope’s old room at the Augustinian house of formation he once led.

Pope Leo XIV and Peru

As the nation faces more political violence, this week on Register Radio we are joined by Register contributor Alberto Fernandez who reflects on the White House Correspondent Dinner attack and the rise of the new “Revolutionary Vanguards.” And then, as we assess Pope Leo XIV’s first twelve months as pontiff we talk to Jonathan Liedl, Managing Editor of the Register who was also the correspondent for a new EWTN News documentary on the time the future pope spent in Peru.

Pope Leo XIV celebrates Mass at Malabo Stadium in Equatorial Guinea on April 23, 2026.

Pope Leo XIV and Africa

Pope Leo XIV has returned to Rome after an 11-day trip to Africa, his as pope, with memorable visits to Algeria, Cameroon, Angola, and Equatorial Guinea. This week on Register Radio we are joined by Hannah Brockhaus, Deputy Vatican Editor for EWTN News. And then… The Las Vegas Raiders just picked Indiana University QB Fernando Mendoza as the first choice in the 2026 NFL Draft. Register staff writer Gigi Duncan offers “Pro Tips from Las Vegas Catholics for the Raiders New QB" about the Catholic scene he's moving into.

Students share a moment of laughter and camaraderie on the campus of Catholic University between classes.

Welcoming Gen-Z Catholics (and a New Look for the Register)

This Easter the Church welcomed thousands of new Catholics across the country, and among those numerous new Catholics are members of Generation Z, part of what many think might be a significant revival of faith among young people... Register staff writer Jonah McKeown explores the important question: Is this ‘Revival’ Real? And then, the National Catholic Register is launching a redesign, and we are delighted to tell you about the exciting changes and additions to our already award-wining coverage. Register graphic artist Melissa Hartog joins us.

Pope Leo XIV greets 120,000 people gathered at Japoma Stadium in Douala, Cameroon, for a papal Mass on April 17, 2026.

Pope Leo XIV in Africa

Pope Leo XIV is embarking on his first trip to Africa as Pope next week, with visits to Algeria, Cameroon, Angola, and Equatorial Guinea. What is the Pope’s message? This week on Register Radio we are joined by Fr. Don Bosco Onyalla, editor-in-chief of ACI Africa. And then, the Holy Spirit is at work in Manhattan as astounding numbers of new – and young – Catholics are filling up our churches. Register senior writer Zelda Caldwell has the story.