July 5, 2026 | The Catholic Roots of the USA

Podcast: Catholic Review Radio · Catholic Review Media

Opublikowano: 2026-07-06

Welcome to Season 7 of Catholic Review Radio Celebrate America’s 250th anniversary with a fascinating look at the often-overlooked Catholic roots of the nation on Catholic Review Radio. Host Rita Bittner speaks with Dr. Dennis Castillo, professor of Church history at St. Mary’s Seminary, to explore how a small but influential Catholic community helped shape the founding of the United States. From the remarkable story of Charles Carroll – the only Catholic signer of the Declaration of Independence – to the quest for religious freedom that inspired many Catholics to support independence, this episode uncovers key contribu...