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UP North Catholic

UP North Catholic

Written by: Matthew Handley
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Matthew Handley takes a look at life from a Catholic and northern Michigan perspective and speaks with young people and those who work with them. © 2025 Northern Apostle Radio. All rights reserved.

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  • Ep. 11 - What does the Church say about Catholic Social Teaching in the public square?
    Feb 1 2026

    This week, Matthew looks at Forming Consciences for Faithful Citzenship and looks at this question: What does the Church say about Catholic Social Teaching in the public square? Matthew also talks about solidarity, the common good, and subsidiarty.

    UP North Catholic airs weekly on Northern Apostle Radio in Marquette, Michigan. Listen on 103.9FM or stream at ClavesRegniMinistries.com at 7pm every Saturday.



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    28 mins
  • Ep. 10 - Should your faith detirmine how you vote?
    Jan 25 2026

    This week, Matthew looks at Forming Consciences for Faithful Citzenship and shares why the bishops ask these questions:

    * Why does the Church teach about issues affecting public policy?

    * Who in the Church should participate in political life?

    * How does the Church help the Catholic faithful to speak about political and social questions?

    Matthew also takes a look at this Sunday’s second reading and relates it to modern day communication.

    UP North Catholic airs weekly on Northern Apostle Radio in Marquette, Michigan. Listen on 103.9FM or stream at ClavesRegniMinistries.com at 7pm every Saturday.



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    28 mins
  • Ep. 9 - Denial of care
    Jan 18 2026

    This week, Matthew Handley discusses the Catholic position on healthcare. Then, he shares a 2023 interview he conducted with the late Dr. Dan Hurley. His insurance company denied a scan necessary for his cancer care, causing him to enter his treatment blind.

    UP North Catholic airs weekly on Northern Apostle Radio in Marquette, Michigan. Listen on 103.9FM or stream at ClavesRegniMinistries.com at 7pm every Saturday.

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    28 mins
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