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On this Catholic Forum video interview, we talk with D. P. Curtin, Ph.D., the leader of The Scriptorium Project, a unique patristic (the branch of Christian theology that deals with the lives, writings, and doctrines of the early Christian theologians) organization. D. P. (or Dermot) has translated over 600 texts relating to the development of the Western World between the 5th and 15th centuries. We learn a lot from this expert antiquarian (a person who studies or collects antiques or antiquities) who has been (at least once) called the "Indiana Jones of ancient texts." Apologies for being so parenthetical (relating to or inserted as a parenthesis.) You can hear Catholic Forum in its entirety on Apple, Spotify, iHeartRadio or Amazon Music podcasts or each Saturday Afternoon at 1:30 on Relevant Radio 640.

On this Catholic Forum interview, we talk to the most prolific and most beloved Catholic author of our time, Dr. Peter Kreeft. An American professor of philosophy at Boston College and The King's College, he is a convert to Catholicism, and author of over eighty books on Christian philosophy, theology and apologetics. In his latest book - his autobiography - titled "From Calvinist to Catholic," Dr. Kreeft tells readers his own story, including the encounters, people, and ideas that led him to the Catholic Church as a young man. 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, share and subscribe.

On this Catholic Forum video interview we talk to Francis Pileggi, local attorney and past-president of the Wilmington Chapter of Legatus. We learn how this organization, founded by the one-time owner of Domino Pizza, is helping CEOs across the country to connect with God and remain faithful Catholics while succeeding in the secular world of big business. Listen to Catholic Forum in its entirety on Apple, Spotify, iHeartRadio and Amazon Music podcasts or each Saturday afternoon at 1:30 on Relevant Radio 640. Catholic Forum is a production of the Diocese of Wilmington's Office of Communications. Please like, share and subscribe.

On this Catholic Forum video interview, we talk with Brooke Joiner, Co-founder and CEO of Catholic Owned. She tells us why she started this Catholic business app, who can be listed, and why over 10,000 people are happily using Catholic Owned. Listen to Catholic Forum in its entirety every Saturday afternoon at 1:30 on Relevant Radio 640 or on Apple, Spotify, iHeartRadio or Amazon Music podcasts. Catholic Forum is a production of the Office of Communication of the Diocese of Wilmington. Please like and subscribe.

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 video interview, we talk to Louisiana-based author, attorney and theologian, Scott L. Smith, Jr., about his latest book, "Near-Death Experiences." Catholic saints and mystics have been having near-death and out-of-body experiences for thousands of years yet, Scott's book is the first to approach this fascinating subject from a Catholic/biblical point of view. 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 and subscribe.