On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction, the Holy Gospel for the 4th Sunday of Lent, and music from John Angotti's "Testify" CD, we present highlights from the Diocese of Wilmington's 150th anniversary opening Mass. Recorded at the Cathedral of St. Peter in Wilmington, Delaware on Saturday, March 3, 2018, Bishop W. Francis Malooly's homily, and a presentation from Father Joseph W. McQuaide, Chancellor of the Diocese of Wilmington, are included. Fr more information about the Diocese of Wilmington's year-long sesquicentennial celebration, visit www.cdow.org/150th or www.facebook.com/cdow150th.
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction, the Gospel for the 4th Sunday of Lent, and a musical selection from John Angotti's "Testify" CD, we go back into the Catholic Forum archive and hear an interview with Msgr. J. Thomas Cini, retired Vicar General and Moderator of the Curia for the Diocese of Wilmington. In the interview that originally aired on March 9, 2003, Msgr. Cini talks about the importance and history of the Season of Lent.
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after the Gospel for the 3rd Sunday of Lent, and a musical selection from the CD, "More Than 50 Most Loved Hymns," Deacon Fran Huhn discusses the Faith and Light program for those with intellectual disabilities and their families and friends. Information is available at www.faithandlight.org.
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction and the Gospel for the 2nd Sunday of Lent, Father Joseph McQuaide, Chancellor of the Catholic Diocese of Wilmington, and co-chair of the Diocesan Sesquicentennial Committee, will discuss the upcoming year-long celebration of the 150th anniversary of the Diocese. The celebration begins on March 3, 2018 with a Mass at the Cathedral of St. Peter in Wilmington.
On this episode, after a brief introduction, the proclamation of the Gospel for the 1st Sunday of Lent, and a selection from the CD, "Catholic Treasures," hear an interview with Tommy Tighe. Tommy's book, "The Catholic Hipster Handbook: Rediscovering Cool Saints, Forgotten Prayers, and Other Weird but Sacred Stuff," has become a bestseller.
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction and the Gospel for the 6th Sunday in Ordinary Time, author Diane Houdek will discuss her books, "Lent with Saint Francis: Daily Reflections" and "The Hope of Lent: Dailey Reflections from Pope Francis." Learn how St. Francis and Pope Francis can help us get the most out of this coming Season of Lent.
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after the proclamation of the Gospel for the 5th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Sr. Ann David Strohminger, OSF, Delegate for Religious for the Diocese of Wilmington, will discuss consecrated life.
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction, the Gospel for the Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time, and a musical selection from the CD, "More Than 50 Most Loved Hymns," Fr. Leonard Klein, Director of Pro Life Activities for the Diocese of Wilmington, and Ms. Jennifer Briemann, Deputy Director of the Maryland Catholic Conference will discuss Physician Assisted Suicide and legislation in Delaware and Maryland that would make it legal.
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction, the Gospel for the Third Sunday in Ordinary Time, and a musical selection from the CD, "Catholic Treasures," we talk with Father Tom Peterman. Ordained a priest for the Diocese of Wilmington in 1957, Father Peterman is considered one of the top experts on the history of the Diocese that will begin the year-long celebration of its 150th anniversary on March 3, 2018.
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction, the proclamation of the Holy Gospel for the Second Sunday in Ordinary Time, and a selection from the CD, "How Great Thou Art; The Best of The Priests," Mark Christian, Executive Director of Cemeteries of the Diocese of Wilmington will discuss cremation and other topics that Catholics should consider.
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction, the Gospel for the Feast of the Epiphany of the Lord, and a musical selection from John Michael Talbot's CD, "The Birth of Jesus: A Christmas Celebration," we will talk with Deacon Harold Jopp. Deacon Hal, one of the first Permanent Deacons ordained for the Diocese of Wilmington, recently retired as the Director of the Office for Deacons.
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction, the Holy Gospel for the Feast of the Holy Family, and a musical selection from the Robert Shaw Chamber Singers' CD, "Songs of Angels: Christmas Hymns and Carols," Joe Ryan, the Editor and General Manager of The Dialog, will discuss his 40-year career in Catholic press.
Merry Christmas! On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction and the Gospel for the 4th Sunday of Advent, we will hear some beautiful Christmas music performed by the Padua Academy Women's Chorus from Padua Academy in Wilmington, Delaware, and Bishop Francis Malooly's annual Christmas message to the people of Delaware and Maryland's Eastern Shore. Have a blessed Christmas!
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction, the Holy Gospel for the 3rd Sunday of Advent, and a musical selection from John Angotti's "Welcome Home for Christmas" CD, author Thomas Craughwell will discuss his new book, "101 Places to Pray Before You Die: A Roamin' Catholic's Guide." This book is a must-have for the traveling Catholic.
On this episode of Catholic Forum after a brief introduction, the Gospel for the 2nd Sunday of Advent, and a musical selection from the CD, "Catholic Treasures," author, Christopher Sparks will discuss his book, "How Can You Still Be Catholic?: 50 Answers to a Good Question." The book grapples with the biggest questions that people are confronted with when they think about the Catholic Church. The book is available at www.shopmercy.org.
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction, the Gospel for the First Sunday of Advent, and a music selection from John Angotti's "Welcome Home for Christmas" CD, Ms. Diane Houdek, Digital Editor at Franciscan Media, will discuss her book, "The Joy of Advent: Daily Reflections from Pope Francis." There is no better person to guide you through Advent, then our Holy Father, Pope Francis.
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after the proclamation of the Gospel for the Feast of Christ the King, and a musical selection from the Catholic Treasures CD, we will talk with Mary Body, Director of Religious Education for St. Mary of the Assumption Church in Hockessin, Delaware. Mary talks about ways for parents and grandparents to make Advent more meaningful for the children in their lives.
On this edition of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction, the proclamation of the Holy Gospel for the 33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time, and a musical selection from the CD, "Catholic Treasures," learn about the work of the Junior Board of St. Francis Hospital in Wilmington, Delaware and their upcoming "Lights of Love" campaign.
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction, the Gospel for the 32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time, and a musical selection from John Angotti's "Testify!" CD, we welcome the Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of San Marcos, Guatemala, Most Reverend Carlos Enrique Trinidad Garcia. Since 2003, the Diocese of Wilmington has had a Solidarity Partnership with the Diocese of San Marcos. Bishop Trinidad talks about his Diocese, it's challenges, and how the Partnership is helping promote a spirit of brotherhood between the two dioceses. Father Carlos Ochoa, Associate Pastor of St. John the Baptist/Holy Angels Parish in Newark, Delaware, and newly appointed Director of Hispanic Ministry for the Diocese of Wilmington assists with providing translation for Bishop Trinidad, and Catholic Forum host, Bob Krebs. This is a good episode for Spanish-speaking listeners, since the interview is presented in both English and Spanish.
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction, the Gospel for the 31st Sunday in Ordinary Time, and a musical selection from the CD, "More Than 50 Of The Most Loved Hymns," hear Monsignor Steven Hurley's homily recorded at the Diocese of Wilmington's Annual Blue Mass. The Blue Mass honors police, fire, emergency medical, and military personnel and their families. Msgr. Hurley, the Vicar General and Moderator of the Curia for the Diocese, and Pastor of St. Thomas the Apostle Church in Wilmington, Delaware, was a police officer in Maryland before beginning his studies for the priesthood.
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction, and the Gospel for the 30th Sunday in Ordinary Time, we learn about the Little Sisters of the Poor and their work in the Diocese of Wilmington. Sister Rose Marie, LSP, is the chief fundraiser for the Jeanne Jugan Home in Newark, Delaware. She is joined by Ms. Debbie Strengari, the Development Director. The Little Sisters of the Poor have been helping the added poor of the area for over 100 years.
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction, the Gospel for the 29th Sunday in Ordinary time, and a beautiful song from Beth Nielsen Chapman's "Hymns" CD, we will hear highlights from the September 30, 2017 Mass at the Diocese of Wilmington Marian Pilgrimage to the Basilica Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, D.C. After a warm welcome by Msgr. Walter Rossi, Rector of the Basilica, we will hear Bishop W. Francis Malooly's homily.
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction, and the Holy Gospel for the 28th Sunday in Ordinary Time, author Susie Lloyd is interviewed. A frequent guest on Catholic Forum, Susie discusses her latest book, “Yes, God: What Ordinary Families Can Learn about Parenting from Today's Vocation Stories.” By profiling ten men and women on their journeys to the priesthood and the convent, Susie discovered lessons that can be used by any parents who want to raise faithful children.
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction, the Holy Gospel for the 27th Sunday in Ordinary Time, and music from the CD, "Catholic Treasures," hear an interview with Alice Reis Israel of Lewes, Delaware. On October 13, 1917, Alice's father, Dominic Reis, was in Fatima, Portugal and was an eye-witness to the "Miracle of the Sun." Alice recounts this event, in her father's own words, and tells of the impact that this had on her father and his family.
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction, the Holy Gospel for the 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time, and a musical selection from the CD "More Than 50 Most Loved Hymns," Dr. Lou De Angelo, Superintendent of Schools for the Catholic Diocese of Wilmington, will talk about the schools that have been serving Catholic families in Delaware and Maryland's Eastern Shore for many years. Our schools are a blessing to our faith community.