WEST DES MOINES, Iowa (May 20, 2026) — Patrick Novecosky was an in-studio guest on Iowa Catholic Radio’s The Catholic Morning Show with host Deacon Mark Campbell and Alexia Baker. They discussed the extraordinary legacy of Pope St. John Paul II and St. Mother Teresa of Calcutta.

 

Deacon Mark asked Patrick about his encounters with John Paul II and his upcoming book, Icons of Mercy, set to be published by Catholic Answers this fall. The book delves into their friendship, collaboration, and their emphases on mercy and human dignity.

LISTEN TO THE ENTIRE SEGMENT HERE (9 minutes 16 seconds)