In this episode of Death Comes for the Archbishop, host Matthew Handley reads Book Two, Missionary Journeys, and explores its themes of mission, sacrifice, and faith. Later, Catholic educator Franz Klein joins the show to discuss how Catholics should approach literature through a faith-filled lens. From literary criticism to spiritual insight, this episode offers a thoughtful look at reading with purpose. Perfect for Catholic listeners seeking meaning in both fiction and faith.
Franz Klein teaches history, literature, and religion for Mother of Divine Grace School, an online program for Catholic homeschooling families. He and his wife, Rosemary, homestead and grow lots of garlic, together with their seven boys, on an organic farm in West-Central Wisconsin.
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Songs featured in this program:
VEIL OF MYSTERIES – PATRICK PATRIKOSSUMMER SOMWHERE IN CUBA – CUMBIA DELISPEEDY GONZALO – INABANSPAGHETTI EASTERN – JOHN PATITIUCCISIN RUMBA – INABANRIO AZUL – INABANMIRAGE MELODY – PATRICK PATRIKIOSLOS MIL COLORES – INABANJASMINE WHIPHERS – PATRICK PATRIKIOSA SIP OF POND – PANDELIONFRENCH CONNECTION – BURNISHED BRONZE
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