Open Line, Tuesday
Open Line is a fast-paced call-in show, with a new host every day! On Tuesdays, Fr. Wade Menezes answers your questions about faith, family and fellowship.
Episodes
12 Promises of the Sacred Heart of Jesus.
Today Fr. Wade talks about the Twelve Promises of the Sacred Heart of Jesus.
Eucharist foreshadowed in Old & New Testaments
Melchizedek, the King and Priest of Salem, The Jewish Passover, The Manna in the Desert and more on this Eucharistic Mailbag edition of Open Line Tuesday with Fr. Wade Menezes.
Names, Titles & Symbols of the Holy Spirit
Today Fr Wade continues his series on understanding the Holy Spirit as well as takes your calls.
The Twelve Fruits of the Holy Spirit Explained
If the Gifts of the Holy Spirit are like virtues, then the Fruits of the Holy Spirit are the very “actions” that those virtues produce. Prompted by the Holy Spirit, through the Gifts of the Holy Spirit, we bear “fruit” in the form of moral action. Join us for more on Open Line Tuesday with Fr. Wade Menezes.
The Seven Gifts of the Holy Spirit Explained
St. Ambrose reiterated the Gifts of the Holy Spirit first mentioned in Isaiah 11:1-3 in his famous work De Mysteriis. Join us for Open Line Tuesday with Fr. Wade Menezes.
The Gifts and Fruits of the Holy Spirit
Seven Gifts of the Holy Spirit: The Seven Gifts of the Holy Spirit are found in the Book of Isaiah11:1-3, wherein the Biblical passage refers to the characteristics of a Messianic figure understood by Christians to be Jesus Christ empowered by the “Spirit of the Lord. Don't miss today's Open Line Tuesday with Fr. Wade Menezes.
Rote Prayer Isn't So Rote After All!
“Virtue” is properly defined as “a habitual and firm disposition to do the
good.” Thus, virtue is based on and fostered by repetitious acts. Let's go into some Catholic routines and you'll be the judge in Open Line Tuesday with Fr. Wade Menezes.
Can God Use You? Characters from the Bible
The Bible presents a real, so-called “cast of characters” featuring flawed, unlikely, and ordinary individuals demonstrating that God can call anyone – regardless of their past, social status, or personal weaknesses – to carry out His plan of salvation. Join us on Open Line Tuesday with Fr. Wade Menezes.
The Sacraments and 'Rhythm of Human Life'
All seven Sacraments, when looked at as a whole, show forth beautifully and collectively the entire rhythm and complete cycle of human life. Don't miss on today's Open Line Tuesday with Fr. Wade Menezes.
A GREAT SACRAMENTAL ECONOMY!
“Sacramental economy” is an expression that means the communication of (or the dispensation of) the fruits of Christ's Paschal Mystery through the celebration of the Sacred Liturgy, which itself is the celebration and administration of any of the seven Sacraments of the Church. More on today's Open Line Tuesday with Fr. Wade Menezes.
The Seven Last Words of Christ
The so-called “Seven Last Words of Christ” refers to the last words (or, more literally, the seven last sentences or phrases) of Jesus Christ spoken from the Cross on Good Friday; these are recorded in the four Gospels of St. Matthew, St. Mark, St. Luke, and St. John. Join Fr. Wade Menezes on this Holy Open Line Tuesday!
The Solemnity of the Annunciation of Our Lord
This Solemnity is celebrated on March 25 of every year – exactly nine months to the day before Christmas on December 25. Join us for more on Open Line Tuesday with Fr. Wade Menezes.
St. Patrick and Saints Who Overcame Struggles
Saints who prove that penance and conversion can set people on the road to holiness, even if they have been living apart from God for a long time. This and more on today's Open Line Tuesday with Fr. Wade Menezes.
Benefits of Monthly Confession
If you go to the Sacrament of Confession faithfully once a month, you end up going to Confession at least once during each of the Church’s eight primary liturgical seasons throughout the liturgical year – and that’s a beautiful reality. Join us for more on Open Line Tuesday with Fr. Wade Menezes.
What to 'Give Up' or 'Do' for Lent
With the Lenten season underway, here are a few ideas for how to begin the spiritual journey into the desert to prepare for the suffering, death and resurrection of our Lord. Join us for Open Line Tuesday with Fr. Wade Menezes.
A Different Approach to Fasting
Lenten fasts have a tendency to be oriented toward “giving up” things like food, television or coffee – and this is a good thing. But there are many other creative ways we can welcome Jesus’ healing touch into our lives this Lent. Here are some suggestions you may want to consider on Open Line Tuesday with Fr. Wade Menezes.
Lent and the Significance of '40'
The number “40” appears in the Bible some 157 times. In Sacred Scripture, the number “40” signifies such things as new life, new growth, transformation, a change from one great task to another great task, etc. “40” also symbolizes a time of trial, testing, and waiting. For more don't miss today's Open Line Tuesday with Fr. Wade Menezes.
The Beatitudes
The “Sermon on the Mount” is Jesus' masterpiece. Many scripture scholars, for example, refer to it as the “greatest discourse” ever given. In it, readers can find most of the significant themes relevant to the remainder of St. Matthew's Gospel about Jesus. The Beatitudes point out God's favor toward humanity rather than God's demand. More on today's Open Line Tuesday with Fr. Wade Menezes.
Five Expressions of the Divine Will
Saint Thomas Aquinas teaches that there are five expressions of the divine will in God which are meant to lead us and guide us in life. Let's dive in with Fr. Wade Menezes on Open Line Tuesday.
Be Other-Centered
Join Fr. Wade Menezes' Open Line Tuesday and learn ten scripturally-based ways to be other-centered as opposed to being self-centered.
Cell Phone Discipline
Fr. Wade Menezes takes your calls on Faith, Family & Fellowship. Today's topic: Cell Phone Discipline.
Seven Implications of the Sacrament of Baptism
There are Seven Implications that the Sacrament of Baptism has for our lives as a Christian, each of which arises from a “particular dimension” of the Sacrament itself. This is why we celebrate the Baptism of the Lord: So that the members may rejoice with their Head – and all together form a body: A “Baptized” body in Christ. Join Open Line Tuesday with Fr. Wade Menezes.
The Epiphany of Our Lord
The Epiphany (“manifestation”) of the Son of God to the world begs belief from each one of us, by which, like the Magi, we will be led home “by another way” [and not rely on worldly ways] – but rather follow the way of Jesus Christ, Who is the Way, the Truth and the Life (John 14:6). Join us for Open Line Tuesday with Fr. Wade Menezes.
Making Our New Year Resolutions With Mary
It’s that time of year again! … When self-imposed “New Year’s Resolutions” make us hopeful of living better Christian lives – both spiritually and bodily – for the next twelve months. Join Fr. Wade Menezes for tips on how to make the best of this upcoming year on Open Line Tuesday.
Two Important Advent Questions
How is it possible for God to become man? Why would God become man? This are the questions we are answering in today's Open Line Tuesday with Fr. Wade Menezes. Join us!
The 'O Antiphons' History and Meaning
The O Antiphons are an ancient liturgical antiphon (or, response) sung or recited during the last seven days of Advent; that is, one each day from December 17 through December 23, as part of the Liturgy of the Hours (specifically, during the Evening Canticle Magnificat of Mary). Join Fr. Wade Menezes in Open Line Tuesday.
Twenty Catholic Advent Traditions
Advent comes from the Latin word meaning “coming” (Ad venio). In general, the word advent regards the coming or arrival of a notable person, thing, or event. Well, Jesus is coming, and Advent is intended to be a season of preparation for His arrival. Join Fr. Wade Menezes on today's Open Line Tuesday.
Three Acts of the Penitent for Confession
For the penitent, there are four aspects of a proper confession: the examination of conscience, followed by what are traditionally known as the three acts of the penitent. More on today's Open Line Tuesday with Fr. Wade Menezes.
Five Ways to Better Prepare for Holy Communion
Preparation for the celebration of Holy Mass and reception of Holy Communion is an essential element of our share in this Sacrament of Sacraments – indeed, of this “source and summit of the Christian life” – the celebration of the Holy Eucharist. Here are five things we should do to make ourselves ready and prepared to receive Holy Communion more fruitfully and efficaciously. Join us for Open Lin
Solemnity of Christ the King
Fr. Wade gives us a teaching on the Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe, faith, family, and fellowship, and more on today's Open Line with Fr. Wade Menezes.
The Last Four Things
The Church’s doctrine of the Four Last Things – Death, Judgment, Heaven and Hell – is an important doctrine that no human person should take lightly. One day we shall die and be judged. Ultimately, our eternity will either be one of salvation in Heaven with Christ and the Saints, or it will be one of reprobation in Hell with the devils and the damned. The choice is ours to make. Join us for Ope
The Communion of Saints & Three States of the Church
In today's Open Line Tuesday with Fr. Wade Menezes we celebrate the Communion of Saints! “…speaking the truth in love, we are to grow up in every way into him who is the head, into Christ, from whom the whole body, joined and knit together by every joint with which it is supplied, when each part is working properly, makes bodily growth and upbuilds itself in love.” – (Ephesians 4:15-16)
Divination and Superstition
Divination has traditionally been understood and defined as the art of knowing and declaring future events or hidden things by means of communication with occult or occultic forces – powers that the Church clearly identifies as diabolical and which can act as a “portal” or “doorway” to the occult and occultic activity. Join Fr. Wade Menezes on this fascinating subject today on Open Line Tuesday.
From Satanist to Saint: The Canonization of St. Bartolo Longo
Just this past Sunday, on October 19, 2025 – the 29th Sunday in Ordinary Time – Pope Leo XIV canonized seven new Saints of the Catholic Church including an Italian lawyer who renounced Satanism and his involvement in the occult and eventually became “an apostle of the Rosary.” Join us for Open Line Tuesday with Fr. Wade Menezes.
Spiritual Authority of Parents Over Their Children
Parents hold a primary spiritual authority over their children in Catholic moral teaching, with the duty and privilege to be their children’s first educators in the faith and in morality, acting as stewards of their children’s souls and leading them toward God. Join us for this important topic on Open Line Tuesday with Fr. Wade Menezes.
October is the Month of the Most Holy Rosary
The Rosary is a devotional prayer, both mental and vocal, which honors the life of Jesus Christ and the mysteries of our salvation obtained by Him. The Rosary also honors the Blessed Mother of God who was so near to her Son throughout His Sacred Incarnation. Join Fr. Wade Menezes in celebration of Our Lady of the Rosary!
Young Men Increasingly Turning To Catholicism
Recent statistics show that young men – most notably in the 18 to 35 year-old range – are increasingly joining the Catholic Church in the U.S. and western Europe, often attracted by its historical continuity, communal aspect, and traditional structure which they find offers a sense of stability and meaning in a rapidly changing world. Join us in Open Line Tuesday as Fr. Wade Menezes dives deep int
The Virtue of Modesty
Modesty is the virtue that safeguards the dignity of a person in their association with others. It benefits both the individual and society (that is, “the other”) because it governs the exterior appearance and behavior of the person and thus helps make society civil and harmonious by helping to protect the virtue in “the other” person. Join us for this Mailbag edition of Open Line Tuesday with Fr
Exaltation of the Holy Cross and Human Suffering
Suffering unites the sufferer with Jesus Christ and His Cross, which itself was meant to be saving and redeeming for all and helps us to be more sympathetic toward others who are suffering. Join us for Open Line Tuesday with Fr. Wade Menezes.
St. Carlo Acutis and St. Pier Giorgio Frassati
Through his gentle but direct words, Carlo helped his parents rediscover and return to their Catholic faith. In 2006, he died from leukemia at age 15. He was Beatified in 2020 by a delegate of Pope Francis, and declared a Saint by Pope Leo XIV in 2025.
Pier Giorgio Michelangelo Frassati was born in Turin, Italy on April 6, 1901.Just before receiving his university degree, Pier Giorgio cont
Labor Day and the Dignity of Human Labor
The ordinary Christian, who seeks holiness in his ordinary work, through faithfulness to daily duty, should be moved with great comfort to find out how often our Lord uses in his parables examples taken from work and working situations. Join Fr. Wade on this edition of Open Line Tuesday.
St. Jane Frances De Chantal and Forgiveness
St. Jane Frances De Chantal - Wife, Mother, Widow and Foundress of the Visitation Order (August 12). While married, Jane ably managed her husband’s estate to provide for the care of the poor and the disenfranchised.
After the untimely death of her husband of nine years who was accidentally shot in a hunting accident, she retreated into prayer and an austere life. She met Francis de Sales in Dijon,
Liturgical Octave Celebrations
Octaves include the seven days following a particular Feast Day or Solemnity, with the Feast Day or Solemnity itself included – thus, a total of eight days (“octave” referring to “eight”). Prior to the Second Vatican Council, “Octave celebrations” were numerous in the Latin Rite. Join us for Open Line Tuesday with Fr. Wade Menezes.
The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary into Heaven
The Blessed Virgin Mary’s Assumption of her body and soul into Heaven makes very clear to us that there is room for our humanity in Heaven. Don't miss today's edition of Open Line Tuesday with Fr. Wade Menezes.
The Importance of Making a Spiritual Retreat
Widely neglected in our day and age, but of great importance for growth in the spiritual life and for the ordering of one’s temporal life, is the occasional making of a spiritual retreat – at least annually. This is true for everyone, regardless of their vocation and state in life. Join us for Open Line Tuesday with Fr. Wade Menezes!
Celebrating Siblinghood In Sts. Martha, Mary, & Lazarus
On January 26, 2021, Pope Francis ordered the collaborative inscription of Saints Martha, Mary, and Lazarus into the General Roman Calendar of the universal Church as one celebratory liturgical feast, to replace the then-existing celebration of Saint Martha alone. Saints Martha, Mary, and Lazarus were siblings and are now celebrated each year as an Obligatory Memorial on July 29. Join Open Line Tu
Catholic Teaching on Friendship: A Look at the Saints
Fr. Wade gives us a lesson on the Catholic Teaching on Friendship: A Look at the Saints, faith, family, fellowship, and more on today's Open Line Tuesday with Fr. Wade Menezes. (Originally aired on 7/27/21)
Doctors of the Church
Fr. Wade discusses the different doctors of the church and the impact they have made in our history and our lives. He then answers listeners questions about the validity of marriage, religious orders, and different saints.
Sanctifying Time: Days and Months
Sanctifying Time: Days and Months and more on this edition of Open Line Tuesday with Fr. Wade Menezes.
The Beauty of Catholic Piety and Devotion
Sacred Scripture (Lexio Divina), The Sacred Liturgy (all Seven Sacraments), The fact that Mass is offered daily, Liturgy of the Hours (Divine Office) and more on this edition of Open Line Tuesday with Fr. Wade Menezes.
The Solemnity of Corpus Christi and the Eucharist
Melchizedek, the King and Priest of Salem: His was a foreshadowing of a Eucharistic Priesthood, having offered bread and wine to Abram (Psalm 110:4), The Jewish Passover: Involving the Paschal Lamb - This was a prefigurement of the Eucharistic Sacrifice (Exodus 12:7, 11, 13) and The Manna in the Desert: This was a prefigurement of the Eucharist, the New Manna (Exodus 16:4) are only some of the Euc
The Power of the Tongue and Speech
Anger, rash judgement, bad moods and tones, profanity in speech? What does the Bible and the Saints tell us and more in today's Open Line Tuesday with Fr. Wade Menezes.
June and the Sacred Heart of Jesus
On today's Open Line Tuesday with Fr. Wade Menezes: The Twelve Promises to those devoted to the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, as communicated by Christ to St. Margaret Mary Alacoque in a private revelation in 1675 and more.
The Holy Spirit, Power and Dynamite!
Join us for Open Line Tuesday with Fr. Wade Menezes. In today's show our listeners share powerful Holy Spirit stories in preparation for Pentecost!
The Ascension of Our Lord
Things that keep us away from Confession? What is Sanctifying Grace? When were the Gates of Hell opened? Don't miss on today's Open Line Tuesday with Fr. Wade Menezes.
Discerning God's Will in Your Life
Letting people know you are praying for them? Are you being called to the Diaconate? To the Priesthood? This and more in today's Open Line Tuesday with Fr. Wade Menezes.
Habemus Papam! Pope Leo XIV
On today's show Fr Wade Menezes gives us more detail about the election of our Holy Father, Our Lady of Fatima and more. Join us for Open Line Tuesday!
The Ascension of Our Lord into Heaven
Fr. Wade gives us a teaching on The Ascension of Our Lord into Heaven, and discusses faith, family, fellowship, and more on today's Open Line with Fr. Wade Menezes. (Originally aired on 5/7/24)
The Sacramental Economy of the Church
What is the Sacramental Economy? Why terror of demons? Can a deacon anoint the sick? Join us for Open Line Tuesday with Fr. Wade Menezes.
The Seven Last Words of Christ
On today's Open Line Tuesday, Fr. Wade help us prepare for the Easter Triduum with an insight on The Seven Last Words of Christ and the seven times our Lord shed his blood.
Four Benefits of Making A Frequent, Once-A-Month Devotional Confession
Does the confessor needs to understand the penitent? What is "The Twelve Step Review"? How to heal memories from sin? join us for Open Line Tuesday with Fr. Wade Menezes.
Personal Conversion and Evangelization
On today's show: The conversion story of Bartolo Longo, the priest of the house, no prayer is lost and more.
Confession and Coming Back
Fr. Wade talks about the power on confession. He also answers questions about is an individual able to receive Holy Communion twice in a day or does it have to be 2 separate masses with different readings?; As the Church of England is considering De-gendering the Trinity. What should we think about this? and to what extent is believer obliged to spread the gospel? (Originally aired on 3/14/23)
The Significance of the Number '40' in Sacred Scripture
My wife doesn't want me to become Catholic? Winning apologetical arguments leading to pride? Morality in the use of violence for self-defense? This and more in today's edition of Open Line Tuesday with Fr. Wade Menezes.
The Imposition of Ashes
Teaching kids justice? How to explain Church Fathers? Who do I pray to in the Holy Trinity? Join us for Open Line Tuesday with Fr. Wade Menezes.
The Theological Virtue of Hope
On today's Open Line Tuesday with Fr. Wade we talk about not falling into despair or presumption, the difference between optimism and hope and much more.
Feast Day of Our Lady of Lourdes; The Lourdes Shrine
On today's Open Line Fr. Wade dedicates the show to Our Lady of Lourdes and our listener's experiences as pilgrims to her majestic Shrine.
How Do People Become Demonically Possessed?
Fr. Wade gives us a lesson on How Do People Become Demonically Possessed, faith, family, fellowship, and more on today's Open Line with Fr. Wade Menezes. (Originally aired on 02/20/24)
The Most Holy Name of Jesus
Who was St. Thomas Aquinas? Do alcoholics go to Hell? What does it means to be a submissive spouse? This and more in today's Open Line Tuesday with Fr. Wade Menezes.
St. Agnes and the Virtue of Modesty
How to forgive yourself? Are pilgrimages required? Are tattoos and piercing a sin? This and more in today's Open Line Tuesday with Fr. Wade Menezes.
Making Ordinary Time Extraordinary!
Why not a Gospel of Peter? Is the priestly vocation more important than marriage? Can there be repentance after death? This and more in today's edition of Open Line Tuesday with Fr. Wade Menezes.
The Theology of Faithfulness to Daily Duty
Are Bishops obligated to investigate on private revelations? Sinful to keep your Catholic conversion private? Jesus causing division instead of peace? Join us for this Mailbag edition of Open Line Tuesday with Fr. Wade Menezes.
New Year's Resolutions for 2025
On today's show, Father Wade asks callers to share a spiritual resolution that they may take on in the new year. Plus, listeners ask questions on topics of: "Mary, Did You Know?", leaving purgatory, spiritual direction, GK Chesterton and more!
The 'O' Antiphons of Advent!
Demons and the Choirs of Angels? Can a cremated person be canonized? How many times can Communion be received in one day? Join us for today's edition of Open Line Tuesday with Fr. Wade Menezes.
This Advent, Return to the Sacraments!
How to give advice to an Agnostic ex Protestant? What is Redemptive Suffering? What is Scrupulosity? This and more on today's Open Line Tuesday with Fr. Wade Menezes.
20 Advent Traditions
What's the correct posture to take Holy Communion? Are there saints in the Church Militant? Keep praying after an indulgence? don't miss out on today's Open Line Tuesday with Fr. Wade Menezes.
The Holy Season of Advent
In today's show Fr. Wade takes us into a deep preparation for the Holy Season of Advent and the welcoming of the New Liturgical Year.
The Deposit of Faith
Fr. Wade gives us a teaching on the Deposit of Faith, faith, family, and fellowship, and more on today's Open Line with Fr. Wade Menezes.
Catholic Funeral Planning
Fr. Wade gives us a teaching on Catholic Funeral Planning, faith, family, and fellowship, and more on today's Open Line with Fr. Wade Menezes.
The Intercession of the Saints
Fr. Wade gives us a teaching on the Intercession of the Saints, faith, family, and fellowship, and more on today's Open Line with Fr. Wade Menezes.
