The Catholic Morning Show - 03/04/2026
Tom Chapman of the Iowa Catholic Conference provides a legislative update and previews the upcoming A(mbrose) to (Gen.) Z Conference in Davenport. Then Catholic apologist Steve Ray joins the show to explore the powerful biblical parallels between St. Joseph and Joseph, son of Jacob.
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Show Notes
Tom Chapman — Executive Director, Iowa Catholic Conference
Tom Chapman joins the Catholic Morning Show with an update from the Iowa Statehouse. He discusses current legislative priorities affecting Catholics across Iowa and highlights the importance of faithful civic engagement rooted in Catholic social teaching.
Tom also shares details about the upcoming A(mbrose) to (Gen.) Z Conference, happening April 24–26 in Davenport and hosted by St. Ambrose of Milan Catholic Parish. The conference offers formation and renewal opportunities for Catholics of all generations.
Learn more about the conference:
https://www.stambroseofmilan.com/2026-conference
Steve Ray — Author & Pilgrimage Leader
Steve Ray joins the show to reflect on St. Joseph and the rich biblical connections between him and his Old Testament namesake, Joseph, son of Jacob.
A convert to Catholicism in 1994, Steve is a well-known apologist, author, and pilgrimage leader. He has written three bestselling books published by Ignatius Press:
Crossing the Tiber
Upon This Rock
St. John's Gospel
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