Media Center

Recently, it was announced that the Daughters of Charity are leaving ministry at the Cathedral of St. Peter. On this Catholic Forum interview, we speak with Sister JoAnne Goecke, DC and Sister Mary Ellen Thomas, DC, two Daughters of Charity who live at the Cathedral of St. Peter Convent. Sister JoAnne teaches religion and is the librarian at the Cathedral of St. Peter School. Sister Mary Ellen works at the Saint Patrick Center offering services to the elderly and poor on Wilmington's East Side. The Sisters tell us about the founding of the Daughters of Charity by St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, how the Daughters came to Wilmington 195 years ago and about their work at the School and Center.
Listen to Catholic Forum in its entirety on Apple, Spotify, iHeartRadio or Amazon Music podcasts or every Saturday afternoon at 1:30 on Relevant Radio 640. Catholic Forum is a production of the Office of Communication of the Diocese of Wilmington. Please like, subscribe and share.

On this Catholic Forum video interview, the Most Reverend William E. Koenig, Bishop of Wilmington, looks back at the life and legacy of the Holy Father, Pope Francis. The bishop discusses key elements of his papacy, how his Jesuit foundation helped to form him, and what Catholics can do as we wait for a new pope to be elected. You can hear Catholic Forum in its entirety on Apple, Spotify, iHeartRadio and Amazon Music podcasts and every Saturday afternoon at 1:30 on Relevant Radio 640. Catholic Forum is a production of the Diocese of Wilmington Office of Communication. Please, like, subscribe and share.

On this Catholic Forum video interview, we talk with Mr. Dan Pin, Director of the Office of Youth, Young Adult and Family Ministry for the Diocese of Wilmington. Dan tells us about Carlo Acutis, a young man who was born in 1991 and died of leukemia at the age of 15 and will be canonized on April 27, 2025. Dan tells us how Carlo's dedication to the Eucharist lead him to create the first online directory of Eucharistic miracles. Listen to Catholic Forum in its entirety on Apple, Spotify, iHeartRadio and Amazon Music podcasts or Saturday afternoons at 1:30 on Relevant Radio 640. Catholic Forum is a production of the Office of Communications of the Diocese of Wilmington.

On this Catholic Forum interview, as we get ready for Reconciliation Monday in our diocese on April 14, 2025, we talk with two Daughters of Saint Paul, Sister Orianne Pietra Rene Dyck, FSP, and Sister Allison Regina Gliot, FSP about their book, "Forgiven - A Guide to Confession and the Examen Prayer." This book explains that the sacrament of Confession is a healing and life-giving encounter with Jesus. Written especially for teens and young adults - but great for people of all ages - "Forgiven" includes a guide to help you prepare for Confession, practical tips for going to Confession, a step-by-step breakdown of what happens during the sacrament, popular questions and answers, and an introduction to the examen prayer to help you grow in virtue and recognize God at work in your life. Listen to Catholic Forum in its entirety on Apple, Spotify, iHeartRadio or Amazon Music podcasts or every Saturday afternoon at 1:30 on Relevant Radio 640. Please like and subscribe.

On this Catholic Forum interview, we talk to Scott Weeman, founder of Catholic in Recovery. He shares his story, how CIR came about, how CIR is giving hope to those who suffer from a myriad of addictions, and previews the women's retreat taking place April 11 - 13 2025 in Malvern, PA. For more information, visit CatholicinRecovery.com. Listen to Catholic Forum in its entirety on Apple, Spotify, iHeartRadio or Amazon Music podcasts or every Saturday afternoon at 1:30 on Relevant Radio 640. Please like and subscribe.

On this Catholic Forum interview we talk with Australian journalist, Tess Livingstone, about her new biography titled, "George Cardinal Pell: Pax Invictus." We learn about the Cardinal's early life as an athlete, his calling to the priesthood, his rise to become the leader of two Australian archdioceses, his term as a Vatican official and his conviction and imprisonment due to false charges of minor abuse. Listen to Catholic Forum in its entirely on Apple, Spotify, iHeartRadio or Amazon Music podcasts or each Saturday afternoon at 1:30 on Relevant Radio 640. Catholic Forum is a production of the Office of Communications of the Diocese of Wilmington. Please like and subscribe.

On this Catholic Forum Video Interview, we learn about the life and heroic death of Brother James Miller, FSC, a Christian Brother who was gunned down by the Guatemalan death squad in 1982. First we talk with Father Alan Guanella, Pastor of Our Lady Queen of Heaven in Wisconsin Rapids, WI, a canon lawyer and expert on Blessed James Miller and his cause for canonization. Our second guest is Brother Francis Carr, FSC, a classmate of Blessed James Miller during their formation. Listen to Catholic Forum in its entirety on Apple, Spotify, iHeartRadio or Amazon Music podcasts or every Saturday afternoon at 1:30 on Relevant Radio 640. Please like and subscribe.

On this Catholic Forum Video Interview we dive into some of the fascinating and overlooked aspects of the Catholic faith with the author of Weird Catholic Handbook, Michael Lichens. This book explores the peculiar and intriguing elements of Catholic history, offering a refreshing perspective on the faith that combines humor, curiosity, and profound insights. Michael tells us about monsters, ghosts, miracles and more. Listen to Catholic Forum in its entirety on Apple, Spotify, iHeartRadio and Amazon Music podcasts or listen Saturday afternoons at 1:30 on Relevant Radio 640. Catholic Forum is a production of the Office of Communications of the Diocese of Wilmington. Please like , share and subscribe.

On this Catholic Forum video interview we talk with the founder and leader of the Saint John Institute, Father Nathan Cromly, about his new book, "Coached by Paul the Apostle: Lessons in Transformation. Is there a better coach than St. Paul? Father shares why following St. Paul's example can make us brave, strong Christian leaders. Listen to Catholic Forum in its entirety on Apple, Spotify, iHeartRadio or Amazon Music podcasts or each Saturday afternoon at 1:30 on Relevant Radio 640. Catholic Forum is a production of the Office of Communication of the Diocese of Wilmington. Please, Like, Share and Subscribe.