On this episode of Making It Personal, Bishop William Joensen and Jeanne Thill are joined by Maggie DeWitte, Executive Director of Pulse Life Advocates, for an in-depth conversation about current pro-life efforts in Iowa and across the nation.

Maggie reflects on her experience accompanying Iowa youth to the national March for Life, highlighting the energy of young participants and the importance of continuing education and witness for the dignity of human life.

The discussion also explores major legislative initiatives in Iowa, including proposals addressing abortion-pill safety regulations and efforts to legally recognize life at conception. Maggie explains the growing medical concerns surrounding chemical abortions and why advocates are seeking stronger safeguards for women and unborn children.

The conversation turns toward prayerful action during Lent, including participation in the international 40 Days for Life campaign, sidewalk advocacy training, and ongoing parish involvement in supporting mothers and families facing difficult pregnancies.

Looking ahead, Maggie also previews the organization’s upcoming fall gala featuring actor Jim Caviezel, known for his roles in The Passion of the Christ and Sound of Freedom.

This episode offers listeners a timely look at how faith, public policy, prayer, and personal witness work together to advance a culture of life.

Learn more about Pulse Life Advocates:
https://pulseforlife.org

Find local 40 Days for Life campaigns:
https://www.40daysforlife.com

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On this episode of Making It Personal, Bishop William Joensen and Jeanne Thill sit down with Mike Iverson, Director of Discipleship for Spiritus Ministries and a recent speaker at the national SEEK Conference in Columbus, Ohio, attended by over 17,000 young adults.

Mike shares insights from his powerful talk, “Ten Ways to Feel Less Anxious About the Future,” addressing what many call the “anxious generation.” From cultural pressures and social media noise to the deeper spiritual struggle of believing we are “not enough,” Mike offers a Gospel-centered response rooted in identity, prayer, and trust in God’s providence.

The conversation explores:

Why Gen Z experiences heightened anxiety

The cultural lie that we are “not enough”

The difference between God’s voice, our internal monologue, and the voice of the enemy

The power of the Ignatian Examen

How prayer grounds us before major life moments

Practical guidance for entering Lent with intentionality

Mike also shares his own journey from Protestant ministry to the Catholic Church and how Spiritus Ministries forms young adult missionaries to ignite faith in Catholic youth.

As Ash Wednesday approaches, this episode is a timely reminder: God has not left His throne — and we do not face the future alone.

Learn more about Spiritus Ministries at spiritusministries.org.

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• Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen
• Man Up! with Joe Stopulus
• Sunday Dive with Katie Patrizio
• The Catholic Morning Show with Dr. Bo Bonner
• The Daily Gospel Reflection with Fr. Nick Smith
• The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud Marr
• Faith and Family Finance with Gregory Waddle

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On this episode of Making It Personal, Bishop William Joensen and Jeanne Thill are joined by Emily Welch Smith, Director of Philanthropy for Central Iowa Shelter & Services (CISS). Together, they explore the growing needs of individuals experiencing homelessness in Central Iowa and the vital work being done to provide shelter, stability, and long-term empowerment.

Emily shares the inspiring origins of CISS, founded by a coalition of local churches, and explains how the organization has grown into a comprehensive support center offering far more than emergency housing. Services include job training, meals open to the public, a community clothing closet, food pantry, and the innovative Empowerment Command Center, where clients receive help with resumes, healthcare access, identification documents, and housing resources.

The conversation also highlights the deep connection between homelessness and mental illness, the challenges of bitter winter weather, and how the shelter serves as an official warming center during weather amnesty.

In the closing reflections, Bishop Joensen connects this mission to the Gospel call of Matthew 25 and the upcoming World Day of the Sick, reminding listeners that Christian charity is not passive but a decision to draw near with mercy and love.

To learn more or volunteer, visit centraliowashelter.org.

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Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows:

• Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce Riebe
• Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada
• Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson
• Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen
• Man Up! with Joe Stopulus
• Sunday Dive with Katie Patrizio
• The Catholic Morning Show with Dr. Bo Bonner
• The Daily Gospel Reflection with Fr. Nick Smith
• The Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud Marr
• Faith and Family Finance with Gregory Waddle

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