"One of Us" is a brief snapshot of people who support the church in the Diocese of Wilmington. We will regularly feature people who are recognizable within their parish communities.
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction and the Gospel for the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord, we will hear highlights from some of the ten appearances that Father Leonard Klein made on Catholic Forum since his ordination to the priesthood in 2006. Father Klein was the Rector of the Cathedral of St. Peter, Pastor of Saint Patrick and St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception Churches in Wilmington, Delaware, and Director of Pro-Life Activities for the Catholic Diocese of Wilmington. As a staunch defender of life from conception to natural death, he was the point-person and Bishop's spokesman whenever a threat to life appeared. Father passed away on December 4, 2019 and will be greatly missed.
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction, the Gospel for the Feast of Epiphany, and a musical selection from the CD Catholic Treasures, we will chat with Ms. Lisa Ritchie, Program Manager for Behavioral Health Services for Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Wilmington. As the Christmas season comes to a close, some people experience the blues. Why is that, and how can we avoid it? Lisa will tell us. Also, Father Rich Jasper will tell us about another Modern Day Witness, Mother Pauline.
"One of Us" is a brief snapshot of people who support the church in the Diocese of Wilmington. We will regularly feature people who are recognizable within their parish communities.
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction, the Gospel for the Feast of the Holy Family, and a musical selection from the CD, "Songs of Angels: Christmas Carols and Hymns" by the Robert Shaw Chamber Singers, we celebrate the father's place in the family when we are joined by Devin Schadt, co-founder of Fathers of St. Joseph, a Catholic ministry devoted to living the spirituality of St. Joseph in today's world. Also, Father Rich Jasper will tell us about another Modern Day Witness, Brother Norbert.
On this episode of Catholic Forum, we celebrate Christmas. After a brief introduction, the Gospel for the 4th Sunday of Advent, and a great song from the CD, "Handel's Messiah A Soulful Celebration," we will hear Bishop Francis Malooly's annual Christmas message to the people of Delaware and Maryland's Eastern Shore, greetings from some of the great priests of the Diocese of Wilmington, reports from The Vatican, and some festive music from the CD "The Glorious Sounds of Christmas" from the Philadelphia Orchestra, Eugene Ormandy, and the Temple University Concert Choir. MERRY CHRISTMAS FROM CATHOLIC FORUM! GOD BLESS YOU!
"One of Us" is a brief snapshot of people who support the church in the Diocese of Wilmington. We will regularly feature people who are recognizable within their parish communities.
On this episode of Catholic Forum FLASHBACK, we hear an interview with popular Catholic singer, songwriter and recording artist, John Angotti. In this interview John talks about his CD "Welcome Home for Christmas" and we sample some of the music from the album.
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction, the Gospel for the Third Sunday of Advent, and a musical selection from the Robert Shaw Chamber Singers' CD, Songs of Angels, Bob Krebs will talk with Ms. Sharon Ward, coordinator of Native American Ministry for the Catholic Diocese of Wilmington. Sharon has written an new children's Christmas book titled, "All the Animals Gave Their Gifts: A Native Christmas." Also, Father Richard Jasper will tell us about another Modern Day Witness, Sister Ida Peterfy.
On this episode of Catholic Forum FLASHBACK, we hear an interview with Amy Welborn about her book, "Bambinelli Sunday: A Christmas Blessing." This interview first aired on Catholic Forum in November 2013.
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction, the Holy Gospel for the Second Sunday of Advent, and a song from the Catholic Treasures CD, Msgr. Steven P. Hurley, Vicar General and Moderator of the Curia for the Diocese of Wilmington, and Pastor of St. Thomas the Apostle Parish in Wilmington, calls in from Rome where he, Bishop Francis Malooly, and Bishops from U.S. Regions 4 and 5 are having their ad limina visit.
An “ad limina apostolorum” visit is a papal meeting required for every diocesan bishop in the world to provide an update on the state of one’s diocese. What is it like to meet with the pope? We will get a report from “the threshold of the apostles,” from Msgr. Hurley today on Catholic Forum. Also, Father Rich Jasper will tell us about another Modern Day Witness, Father Walter Ciszek, S.J.
"One of Us" is a brief snapshot of people who support the church in the Diocese of Wilmington. We will regularly feature people who are recognizable within their parish communities.
On this episode of Catholic Forum FLASHBACK, we hear an interview with Father Stanislao Esposito about the Season of Advent. At the time of this interview, Father was the Administrator of St. Mary Star of the Sea/Holy Savior Parish in Ocean City, Maryland. Father Esposito is currently serving as Pastor of St. John the Baptist/Holy Angels Parish in Newark, Delaware.
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction, the Gospel for the First Sunday of Advent, and a musical selection from Beth Nielson Chapman's "Hymns" CD, Sr. Ann David Strohminger, OSF, Delegate for Religious for the Diocese of Wilmington will discuss the changing roles of religious men and women and the upcoming Religious Retirement Fund collection. Also, Father Rich Jasper will tell us about Celestina Bottego, another Modern Day Witness.
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction, the Gospel for the Solemnity of Christ the King, and a cut from the Catholic Treasures CD, Forum host, Bob Krebs, will talk to Dr. Christopher Blum, editor of the book, "Waiting for Christ: Meditations for Advent and Christmas" by newly-canonized Saint John Henry Newman, one of the most beloved and well-known preachers of his time. Originally an Anglican priest, Newman converted to Catholicism and became a Catholic priest and cardinal. Known for his beautiful prose and exultant preaching, Newman has long been a source of inspiration for those in the Church. In this new and compact compilation of his sermons, you're invited to journey with St. John Henry Newman through Advent into Christmas and Epiphany, meditating on the coming of Christ and the Christian life.
Also today, Father Rich Jasper will tell us about Modern Day Witness, Military Chaplain, Father Tim Vakoc.
"One of Us" is a brief snapshot of people who support the church in the Diocese of Wilmington. We will regularly feature people who are recognizable within their parish communities.
On this episode of Catholic Forum FLASHBACK, Diocese of Wilmington priest and historian, Father Thomas Peterman, talks about his book, "Bohemia, 1704-2004: A History of St. Francis Xavier Catholic Shrine in Cecil County, Maryland." This interview originally aired on Catholic Forum radio program in June of 2005.
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction, the Gospel for the 33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time, and a song from the John Michael Talbot CD, "Master Collection," Mexican history professor and author, Dr. Stephen Andes, will discuss his new book, "The Mysterious Sofia: One Woman's Mission to Save Catholicism in Twentieth Century Mexico." Who was the “Mysterious Sofía,” whose letter in November 1934 was sent from Washington DC to Mexico City and intercepted by the Mexican Secret Service? In The Mysterious Sofía Stephen J. C. Andes uses the remarkable story of Sofía del Valle to tell the history of Catholicism’s global shift from north to south and the importance of women to Catholic survival and change over the course of the twentieth century. Also, Father Rich Jasper will tell us about Sister Cecilia Maria, another Modern Day Witness.
Susie Lloyd, Catholic writer, humorist and homeschooler, talks about her book, "Please Don't Drink the Holy Water." This interview first aired on Catholic Forum in May 2005.
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction, the Gospel for the 32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time, and a song from the CD, "Catholic Treasures," we will meet Father Jerry Hogan. A priest of the Archdiocese of Boston, Father Hogan has served for 25-plus years as national chaplain to circus performers and show people. Also, Father Rich Jasper will tell us about Guido Schaffer, another Modern Day Witness.
"One of Us" is a brief snapshot of people who support the church in the Diocese of Wilmington. We will regularly feature people who are recognizable within their parish communities.
On this episode of Catholic Forum FLASHBACK, we hear a great interview from August 2011 with Dr. Christian Smith, author of "How to Go from Being a Good Evangelical to a Committed Catholic in Ninty-Five Difficult Steps."
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction, the Gospel for the 31st Sunday in Ordinary Time, and a song from the Catholic Treasures CD, are joined by Delaware author and Padre Pio expert, Frank Rega, talks about his new book, "Amazing Miracles of Padre Pio and the Stories Behind Them." In his latest book, Frank tells the stories behind some of Saint Pio's greatest miracles.
Also, later in the show, Father Rich Jasper, Associate Pastor of St. Ann Church in Wilmington, Delaware, will tell us about the life of Sister Cecilia Schelingova, another Modern Day Witness.
On this episode of FLASHBACK, Fr. Dominic Grassi, pastor and author of the book, "Still Called by Name: Why I Still Love Being a Priest," is interviewed. The clergy sexual abuse crisis has been in the headlines since 2002, yet Fr. Grassi, like many holy priests, has not lost a bit of enthusiasm for his priestly vocation. Catholic Forum podcast listeners, enjoy this interview from 2011.
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction, the Gospel for the 30th Sunday in Ordinary Time, and a song from the "More Than 50 Most Loved Hymns" CD, Ms. Colleen Lindsey, Director of the Office for Religious Education for the Diocese of Wilmington, amd Dr. William Keimig, Assistant Director of The Franciscan University of Steubenville Catechetical Institute are interviewed. The Catechetical Institute at Franciscan University exists to train and support the key catechists in any situation—priests, deacons, parents, or laity, whether professional or volunteer. Through conferences, online workshops, videos, audio, personal mentorship, and a wealth of resources produced by Franciscan University, all involved in the work of catechesis will find new ideas, new approaches, new techniques, and a new confidence to do the work of catechesis. The Diocese if Wilmington is partnering with the Institute to bring this program to Delaware and Maryland Eastern Shore parishes. Also, Father Rich Jasper will tell us about the life of Marthe Robin, another Modern Day Witness.