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Meet the Author with Ken Huck – March 5, 2026 -Kevin Murphy “The Newman Guide” and Pete Burak “A Man on Purpose: 10 Rules of Life from a Faithful Father”

Kevin Murphy, chief content officer at the Cardinal Newman Society, joins Meet the Author on Radio Maria to discuss the newly released edition of The Newman Guide. He explains how the guide helps families identify faithfully Catholic colleges and schools, the criteria used to evaluate institutions, and the recent expansion of Newman Guide recognition to include K–12 schools and graduate programs. The conversation highlights the importance of strong Catholic identity in education and how the guide serves as a trusted resource for parents seeking schools that form students in truth, faith, and virtue.

Patrick Reilly, founder and president of the Cardinal Newman Society, joins Ave Maria in the Afternoon to discuss the withdrawal of a publicly pro-abortion professor from a leadership role at the University of Notre Dame. He examines the deeper challenges facing Catholic higher education, reflects on the lasting impact of Ex Corde Ecclesiae, and explains why strong Catholic identity remains essential for institutions that claim the name Catholic.

Kelly Solomon, vice president of Newman Guide Programs at the Cardinal Newman Society, joins Trending with Timmery to explore whether college is the right path for every student and how families can discern educational choices wisely. She explains the purpose and expansion of The Newman Guide, highlighting authentically Catholic colleges, K–12 schools, and graduate programs that integrate faith throughout academics and campus life. The conversation also considers alternative paths to higher education and the importance of choosing formation that prepares young people for both vocation and career in today’s culture.

Kelly Solomon, vice president of Newman Guide Programs at the Cardinal Newman Society, joins Spirit Mornings during Catholic Schools Week to discuss a new Students for Life report examining abortion ties at Christian colleges nationwide. She highlights strong pro-life leadership among Newman Guide–recommended colleges, while also addressing concerns at Catholic institutions that continue to fall short of Church teaching. Kelly explains how faithful Catholic education at every level—K–12, college, and graduate programs—forms future leaders grounded in truth, human dignity, and the Catholic intellectual tradition, offering families practical guidance as they discern schools that authentically live their mission.

Patrick Reilly, founder and president of the Cardinal Newman Society, joins Virtuous Leaders to discuss the growing challenges facing Catholic education and the urgent need to defend institutions forming faithful Catholic youth. Drawing on decades of experience, Reilly explains the mission of the Newman Society, the rigorous standards behind The Newman Guide, and why many Catholic colleges have compromised their identity. He also reflects on parental responsibility in education, religious freedom threats, and signs of hope through faithful schools, strong leadership, and renewed confidence in the harmony of faith and reason.

In part two of his conversation on Vatican Insider, Patrick Reilly, founder and president of The Cardinal Newman Society, expands on the Society’s mission to promote and defend faithful Catholic education at every level. He explains how the Newman Society evaluates and recognizes schools that meet clear standards of Catholic identity, why most Catholic institutions today fall short, and what families should look for in truly faithful education. Reilly also reflects on St. John Henry Newman’s vision of integral formation, the role of educators in shaping the whole person, and the growing renewal of Catholic education worldwide.

Patrick Reilly, founder and president of The Cardinal Newman Society, joins Vatican Insider from Rome to reflect on the historic declaration of St. John Henry Newman as a Doctor of the Church. He explains why Newman’s elevation matters for Catholic education today, highlighting Newman’s vision for forming both faith and intellect in an age of secularism. Reilly also discusses the mission of the Newman Society, the standards behind The Newman Guide, and the growing movement of faithful Catholic schools and colleges worldwide.

Kevin Murphy, Chief Content Officer for the Cardinal Newman Society, joins Ave Maria in the Afternoon with Dr. Marcus Peter to discuss Notre Dame’s decision to remove explicit support for its Catholic mission from its staff values. Murphy explains why such changes reflect a broader trend of secularization and warns how weakening a school’s Catholic identity fragments both learning and formation. He points to the success of Newman Guide colleges—where fidelity and enrollment are rising—as evidence that integrated Catholic education truly flourishes.

Patrick Reilly, founder and president of The Cardinal Newman Society, joins Epiphany to share his experience in Rome for the declaration of St. John Henry Newman as a Doctor of the Church and co-patron of Catholic education. He reflects on Pope Leo XIV’s call for educators to form students as “pathways of the mind toward God,” the growing movement of faithful Catholic schools, and the Society’s upcoming print edition of The Newman Guide.

Kevin Murphy, Chief Content Officer for the Cardinal Newman Society, joins Ave Maria in the Afternoon with Dr. Marcus Peter to celebrate the Feast of St. John Henry Newman and reflect on his lasting influence on Catholic education. Murphy highlights a “second spring” among Newman Guide schools, where fidelity and enrollment are growing even as secular institutions decline. He explains how Newman’s vision of integrating faith and reason is inspiring a renewal in Catholic learning and urges parents to seek schools that form both intellect and soul in the light of Christ.

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Kelly Solomon, vice president of Newman Guide Programs at the Cardinal Newman Society, joins Catholic Connection to highlight summer programs at Newman Guide colleges, offering high school students a firsthand experience of faithful Catholic education. She also discusses the rapid growth of Newman Guide–recommended K–12 schools, the importance of strong Catholic identity in curriculum and student life, and ongoing efforts to defend religious freedom and uphold mission integrity in Catholic institutions amid today’s cultural challenges.

Kelly Solomon, vice president of Newman Guide Programs at the Cardinal Newman Society, joins Catholic Connection with Dr. William Fahey, longtime president of Thomas More College of Liberal Arts, to reflect on his leadership and the college’s growth as a faithfully Catholic institution. They discuss the importance of strong Catholic identity, the value of a classical liberal arts education, and how Newman Guide colleges are forming students in truth, wisdom, and joy while navigating today’s cultural challenges.

Kelly Solomon, vice president of Newman Guide Programs at the Cardinal Newman Society, joins Catholic Connection to discuss the legacy of legendary coach Lou Holtz and the impact of strong Catholic leadership on young people. She also highlights new initiatives at Newman Guide colleges, including a podcast from Thomas Aquinas College, reflections on faithful commencement speakers like Monsignor James Shea, and a new Lenten resource featuring St. John Henry Newman’s meditations on the Stations of the Cross. The conversation also explores the state of Catholic education today and how faithful schools are responding to challenges like social media’s impact on students.

Kelly Solomon, vice president of Newman Guide Programs at the Cardinal Newman Society, joins Catholic Connection alongside John Sherman, vice president of development, to discuss recent developments at the University of Notre Dame after a publicly pro-abortion professor withdrew from a leadership appointment following strong pro-life response from bishops, students, and faithful Catholics. They also examine a major Supreme Court ruling protecting parents from secret gender transition policies in schools and explain why faithful Catholic education is essential for forming students in truth, human dignity, and Christian anthropology.

Kelly Solomon, vice president of Newman Guide Programs at the Cardinal Newman Society, joins Catholic Connection to discuss the Winter 2026 edition of Our Catholic Mission and the state of the Catholic child. She examines declining baptisms and Catholic school enrollment, addresses the growing influence of social media and cultural pressures on young people, and highlights how Newman Guide schools are partnering with parents to strengthen Catholic identity and provide faithful formation from kindergarten through college.

Kelly Solomon, vice president of Newman Guide Programs at the Cardinal Newman Society, joins Catholic Connection to address major developments in Catholic education, including controversy at the University of Notre Dame over the appointment of a publicly pro-abortion professor to a leadership role. She explains the importance of strong Catholic identity and mission-fit faculty, highlights the role of the Newman Guide in helping families choose faithful schools, and shares encouraging stories from Catholic Schools Week, pro-life student leadership, and growing efforts to serve students with special needs.

Kelly Solomon, vice president of Newman Guide Programs at the Cardinal Newman Society, joins Catholic Connection during Catholic Schools Week to reflect on the state of Catholic education in the United States. She discusses the challenges facing Catholic schools, including declining enrollment and recent closures, while also highlighting signs of renewal through strong Catholic identity, classical education models, hybrid and homeschool programs, and faithful Newman Guide–recommended schools. Kelly also shares insights from the March for Life, pro-life leadership among Catholic colleges, and the importance of forming the whole person through academics, faith, campus life, and sound school policies.

Kelly Solomon, vice president of Newman Guide Programs at the Cardinal Newman Society, joins Catholic Connection to discuss a new Students for Life of America report examining abortion ties at Christian colleges nationwide. She highlights encouraging examples from Newman Guide–recommended colleges that earned top pro-life ratings, while also addressing troubling findings at several Catholic institutions. Kelly also shares how faithful schools at every level are living out an authentic pro-life mission through campus policies, student support, and participation in the March for Life, offering families clear guidance on what truly pro-life Catholic education looks like.

Kelly Solomon, vice president for Newman Guide Programs at The Cardinal Newman Society, joins Catholic Connection for a live report from the U.S. Supreme Court as justices hear landmark cases on gender identity and women’s athletics. She is joined by Cardinal Newman Society legal counsel Bob Laird and Christendom College student-athlete Mary Pennefather, who share firsthand insights on the importance of protecting fairness, safety, and truth in women’s sports. The conversation highlights how faithful Catholic schools and colleges are leading the way in upholding biological reality, virtue, and strong Catholic identity in athletics and education.

Kelly Solomon, vice president of Newman Guide Programs at the Cardinal Newman Society, joins Catholic Connection to reflect on Pope Leo XIV’s message to young people at the SEEK Conference and the call to seek Christ, embrace missionary zeal, and discern God’s plan. She discusses the role of faithful Catholic education and ministries like FOCUS in forming young adults, shares insights from her interview with FOCUS founder Curtis Martin, and looks ahead to renewed urgency and hope for Catholic education in 2026.

Patrick Reilly, founder and president of The Cardinal Newman Society, joins Newman Guide News to reflect on the major legal, cultural, and educational challenges facing Catholic schools at the close of 2025. He discusses ongoing court battles over religious freedom, gender ideology, and Title IX, the importance of clear Catholic identity for legal protection, and why faithful institutions are best positioned to thrive. Reilly also looks ahead to 2026, highlighting the expansion of school choice, new accreditation efforts for faithful Catholic schools, and growing signs of renewal in Catholic education nationwide.

Kelly Solomon of the Cardinal Newman Society joins Catholic Connection with special guest Dr. Tim Collins, president of Walsh University, a Newman Guide–recommended Catholic college in Ohio. They discuss the importance of strong Catholic leadership in higher education, the formation of students for purpose and vocation, and how Walsh University is responding to cultural, academic, and mental health challenges by renewing its commitment to faith, reason, and service.

Kelly Solomon of The Cardinal Newman Society joins Catholic Connection to continue her review of the highs and lows in Catholic education during 2025. She revisits the powerful testimony of Emily Torres and examines ongoing concerns at several Catholic colleges, including campus culture, leadership choices, and moral formation. Kelly explains why discernment in choosing faithful Catholic education is critical and highlights how Newman Guide schools and colleges continue to offer a strong alternative rooted in truth and formation.

Kelly Solomon of The Cardinal Newman Society joins Catholic Connection to reflect on the major highs and lows in Catholic education during 2025. She highlights encouraging developments such as the canonization of young saints, Pope Leo’s vision for Catholic education, record enrollments at Newman Guide colleges, and renewed clarity in athletics and faith formation. Kelly also addresses troubling trends at some Catholic institutions, underscoring the importance of strong Catholic identity at every level of education.

Kelly Solomon of the Cardinal Newman Society joins Catholic Connection to discuss recent changes to staff values at the University of Notre Dame and what they signal about Catholic identity in higher education. She also shares news about the expanded Newman Guide, including the return of a print edition and the growing number of Catholic K–12 schools and graduate programs recommended to help families find faithful Catholic education.

Kelly Salomon, vice president of Newman Guide programs at The Cardinal Newman Society, joins Catholic Connection to share Pope Leo XIV’s new document Drawing New Maps of Hope on AI and education, celebrate Newman Guide schools like Faustina Academy that limit social media use, and urge parents to choose faithfully Catholic institutions that uphold truth and virtue.

Patrick Reilly and Kelly Salomon of The Cardinal Newman Society join Catholic Connection to discuss how faithful Catholic education forms students to lead with integrity in a confused culture. They highlight the lasting impact of strong Catholic identity in schools and colleges, the success of Newman Guide institutions, and the urgent call for parents and educators to work together in shaping future saints.

Patrick Reilly and Kelly Salomon from The Cardinal Newman Society join Catholic Connection to discuss challenges facing Catholic education, from loss of identity to cultural confusion on campuses. They share how Newman Guide Recommended schools are leading a renewal grounded in faith, integrity, and the pursuit of truth.

Kevin Murphy, Chief Content Officer for The Cardinal Newman Society, joins Catholic Connection to discuss the state of the Catholic education brand and how inconsistency has weakened it. He explains how schools can reclaim their identity by centering every subject on Christ, strengthening collaboration from K–12 through college, and adopting strong policies rooted in Catholic teaching. Murphy also highlights the Newman Guide’s expansion to include K–12 and graduate programs, giving parents confidence in finding authentically Catholic schools.

Kelly Solomon, director of Newman Guide programs, joins Catholic Connection to discuss troubling reports of contraceptive “womb services” and mock Masses on Catholic campuses, urging parents to understand today’s campus culture. She shares encouraging news of record growth among Newman Guide colleges and celebrates the upcoming declaration of St. John Henry Newman as a Doctor of the Church.

Kelly Solomon, director of Newman Guide programs, joins Catholic Connection to address the controversy over a Catholic school teacher involved in surrogacy. She explains the Church’s teaching, the importance of mission-fit faculty, and the vital role of Catholic educators as witnesses of faith. Solomon also shares the story of a student’s conversion at a Newman Guide school and celebrates the announcement that St. John Henry Newman will be named a Doctor of the Church on All Saints Day.

Patrick Reilly, president of the Cardinal Newman Society, joins Catholic Connection to reflect on the tragic assassination of Charlie Kirk and the memorial that drew hundreds of thousands in person and millions online. He highlights Kirk’s courage and faith, drawing parallels to St. John Henry Newman’s vision for a well-formed Catholic laity. Reilly warns of the growing hostility on college campuses, including many so-called Catholic institutions, and underscores the urgent need for authentic Catholic education. He and VP John Sherman emphasize forming young people in faith and reason so they can stand confidently for truth in a culture marked by confusion and persecution.

Kelly Salomon of the Cardinal Newman Society joins Catholic Connection to discuss the tragic assassination of Charlie Kirk and recent school shootings, contrasting secular indoctrination with the faithful response of Newman Guide colleges. She highlights how these institutions are calling students to prayer, fasting, and renewed commitment to Catholic education, noting increased Mass attendance and interest in Newman Guide schools as signs of hope amid cultural turmoil.

Kelly Salomon of the Cardinal Newman Society joins Catholic Connection to highlight the success of Newman Guide colleges, including the University of Mary’s record-breaking incoming class. She explains how faithful Catholic colleges are thriving despite national enrollment declines, pointing to programs like tuition-free academies and strong Catholic formation as models attracting families nationwide.

Kelly Solomon of the Cardinal Newman Society joins Catholic Connection to share details on the upcoming Newman Guide Virtual College Fair, held October 9 on the Feast of Cardinal Newman. She highlights the growth of the Newman Guide, now including colleges, K–12 schools, and graduate programs, all committed to strong Catholic identity. Families and students can explore Newman Guide colleges, connect with admissions, and hear from keynote speakers on academics, faith, and campus life.

Kelly Salomon of the Cardinal Newman Society joins Newman Guide News to discuss the growing controversy over biological males in women’s sports—and how faithful Catholic schools can lead with clarity and courage. She also highlights inspiring updates from Newman Guide colleges, including Franciscan University’s renovated chapel and University of Mary’s full-tuition scholarships. Plus, a look at how Catholic education forms students in truth amid today’s cultural confusion.

Kelly Salomon of the Cardinal Newman Society joins Newman Guide News to discuss the University of Scranton’s troubling decision to hire pro-abortion Senator Bob Casey Jr. as a student mentor—raising questions about Catholic identity on campus. She also shares practical advice for students heading to college, including how to live chastely, avoid binge drinking, and choose friendships that foster faith and virtue.

Kelly Salomon of the Cardinal Newman Society joins Newman Guide News to unveil the latest Our Catholic Mission magazine, focused on building the Newman Guide pipeline from school to college. She shares inspiring stories of educators, parents, and youth ministers dedicated to lifelong Catholic formation—and explains why choosing faithful Catholic education at every stage is more crucial than ever.

Kevin Murphy of the Cardinal Newman Society joins Newman Guide News to discuss how COVID changed perceptions of education—and why families are turning to authentically Catholic schools. He shares how the Newman Guide helps parents avoid woke ideologies, protect their children’s formation, and find schools rooted in truth. Plus, a revealing story of one family’s legal battle with a Catholic school that compromised its mission.

Kelly Salomon joins Newman Guide News to reflect on the legacy of Dr. Bill Thierfelder, who led Belmont Abbey College for 21 years. She shares how his vision of sport and virtue shaped her own family’s journey and why Belmont Abbey stands as a model of faithful Catholic education.

Kelly Salomon offers practical tips for Catholic families and educators on forming children in the faith. She discusses how a truly Catholic education helps students become saints, and why schools must reflect the truth and beauty of Christ.

Kelly Salomon shares why truly Catholic education must be rooted in the Church and directed toward eternity. She explains how formation in truth and virtue equips students to live their vocations and transform the world.

This episode shares the testimony of a young woman who faced intense peer pressure and spiritual attack in college. Kelly Salomon discusses how authentic Catholic education helps students find healing, courage, and clarity in a world that often opposes virtue.

This episode features a student’s story of gender ideology and anti-Catholic bias in residence life at a college that identifies as Catholic. Kelly Salomon shares how the Newman Guide helps families avoid institutions that promote harmful ideologies and choose colleges that truly uphold Catholic identity.

This episode shares more details from the college experience of Emily Torres, as recounted by Kelly Salomon. It highlights how faculty and campus culture at a nominally Catholic university undermined Church teaching—reinforcing the critical need for families to seek truly faithful Catholic colleges.

This episode recounts the experience of Emily Torres, a student who faced anti-Catholic hostility, gender ideology, and drag shows at a college claiming to be Catholic. Her story, shared by Kelly Salomon, underscores the vital role of the Newman Guide in helping families identify truly faithful institutions.

This episode encourages families to begin the college search early, take advantage of Newman Guide summer programs, and use Catholic education to cultivate virtue and discernment. It also addresses Pope Leo XIV’s remarks on the isolation of youth and how Catholic schools counter this with authentic formation—and explores concerns over AI shortcuts replacing true learning.

This episode spotlights Notre Dame students petitioning for a campus-wide pornography filter and broader efforts to uphold chastity and human dignity in Catholic higher education. It also announces the 2025 Newman Guide Scholarship winner and highlights available resources and financial aid for families seeking faithful Catholic colleges.

This episode reflects on the excitement of Newman Guide college students present in Rome for Pope Leo XIV’s election and installation. It also explores the crisis in Catholic education—including widespread school closures—and how faithful schools are leading a hopeful revival through vocations, strong formation, and innovative models.

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March 31, 2025

Lucas Koach came to faith as a teenager through Young Life, and pursued a call to ministry, entering Denver Seminary. That trajectory eventually led him to the Anglican Church of North America, where he served as an ordained priest for several years. Drawn by Catholic Social Teaching, a desire for Christian unity, and the thought of St. John Henry Newman, Lucas eventually became convicted of the truth and beauty of the Catholic Faith. He now serves as Senior Fellow for Program Development at The Cardinal Newman Society.

Jan 21, 2025

When we pray, what are we seeking? In some cases, it’s clear, such as when we’re bringing a specific petition or request to God. But in giving Him praise, or engaging in meditation or contemplative prayer, what are we hoping that does to our relationship with the Lord? What is our motivation?

JonMarc Grodi is joined by Lucas Koach, a former Anglican priest who now serves as Senior Fellow for Program Development at The Cardinal Newman Society, to look at what some of the great spiritual masters have said about what should motivate our prayers, and what to do when we don’t feel that motivation or desire to pray.

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