Fr. Edward Looney has long admired Vinny Flynn, having first encountered his books many years ago. In this episode, he finally has the opportunity to sit down with him to discuss his latest work, A Year with Divine Mercy.

Vinny begins by sharing how he developed a close relationship with the Marians of the Immaculate Conception and his deep connection to the message of Divine Mercy. The conversation then turns to Pope John Paul II and the powerful truth at the heart of the devotion: that God the Father is “rich in mercy.”

Vinny offers insight into the structure of his new book and encourages listeners to remain attentive to the grace offered each day—meeting God not in the abstract, but in the present moment.

The episode concludes with a profound reflection on the Trinitarian nature of Divine Mercy, inviting us to see it not merely as a private revelation to St. Faustina, but as a mystery deeply rooted in the life of the Church.

Let Vinny Flynn expand your understanding of Divine Mercy—moving beyond the Diary of St. Faustina Kowalska and into the rich, living tradition of the Catholic faith.

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Why would someone spend their time cleaning graves of complete strangers?

In this episode, Fr. Edward sits down with Allyson—better known as the “Crzy Cemetery Lady”—who has captured attention online for restoring forgotten headstones and uncovering the stories of the people buried beneath them.

She shares how it all began, what draws her to cemeteries, and why these places are far more meaningful than most people realize. If you’ve ever wondered how to properly clean a gravestone (and what NOT to use), Allyson gives practical, respectful advice for beginners.

But this conversation goes deeper…
What’s the difference between a cemetery and a graveyard?
What does it mean when people say cemeteries have their own “language”?
How do families react when they discover a loved one’s grave has been cleaned?

Fr. Edward also brings up a puzzling gravestone misspelling—leading to a fascinating discussion about memory, history, and how the dead are remembered.
This episode might just change the way you see cemeteries—and inspire you to visit one with new eyes.

Fr. Edward Looney looks ahead to a meaningful trip to New York, where he will visit the Parish Visitors of the Immaculate and pray at the tomb of the Servant of God Mother Tallon. Along the way, he will also honor the memory of his priest mentor, Fr. Fred Miller, whose buried in the religious order's cemetery.

In this episode, Fr. Edward speaks with Mother Maria Catherine, whom he met through the Mariological Society of American and reconnected with at the Center for Sainthood Studies, to discuss the life, legacy, and growing cause for canonization of Mother Tallon—the foundress of the Parish Visitors.

Together, they explore:

-How Mother Maria Catherine discovered her vocation with the Parish Visitors
-The life and mission of Mother Tallon
-Why her witness still matters in the Church today
-Her bold call for all people to become saints
-The importance of praying for miracles—and whether we’re asking for the right ones
-Pilgrimages to her tomb and the status of possible miracles
-Resources available to learn more about her life and spirituality

Fr. Edward also shares a moving story about the reality of religious life today—how communities depend on providence and how quickly donations can be used to meet urgent needs.

Join us as we reflect on holiness, vocation, and the quiet yet powerful witness of a woman whose cause for sainthood is advancing.