On this episode of Catholic Forum, after the Sunday Gospel for October 30, 2016 and a musical selection from the CD’ “Catholic Treasures,” Mr. Mark Christian, Executive Director of Catholic Cemeteries for the Diocese of Wilmington will discuss the diocesan and parish cemeteries of Delaware and Maryland’s Eastern Shore, cremation, pre-planning, All Souls’ Day, and more.
Catholic Forum, July 17, 2016 – Guest: Karen Edmisten
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction, the Gospel for Sunday, July 17, 2016, and a musical selection from singer/songwriter, David Haas; host, Bob Krebs will talk to author, Karen Edmisten about her new book, “You Can Share the Faith: Reaching Out One Person at a Time” published by Our Sunday Visitor.
Catholic Forum, July 24, 2016 – Guest: Julie Cragon
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction, the Gospel for Sunday, June 24, 2016, and a musical selection from the CD Catholic Treasures; learn about the shrines to Our Lady that one can visit right here in the United States. Julie Cragon is the author of “Visiting Mary: Her U.S. Shrined and Their Graces,” published by Servant Books. Here her interview on this edition of Catholic Forum.
Catholic Forum, April 16, 2017 – EASTER SPECIAL!
On this special, Easter episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction, and the Holy Gospel for Easter Sunday of the Resurrection of the Lord, we will present the Most Reverend W. Francis Malooly’s Easter message to the people of the Diocese of Wilmington, and some joyful music presented by the St. John the Baptist/Holy Angel Parish choir, under the direction of Mr. Stephen Adams.
Catholic Forum, May 7, 2017 – K of C Vocation Essay Winners
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction, the Gospel for the 4th Sunday of Easter, and music from John Michael Talbot; we will chat with five student winners of the annual Jerry E. Dawson Knights of Columbus Vocation Essay Contest, and hear their winning essays. Norah Teaney, a 5th grader from Immaculate Heart of Mary School; Sam Rajevich, a 6th grader from St. Elizabeth School; 7th grader Francesca Tussa from St. Ann’s School; and 8th graders, Kiley Larkin from St. Joseph on the Brandywine Religious Education Program; and Grace Smith from Ursuline Academy will present their essays.
Catholic Forum, July 31, 2016 – Guest: Michele Chynoweth
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction, the Gospel for Sunday, July 31, 2016, and a musical selection from the CD “Catholic Treasures,” we will talk with author Michele Chynoweth. Michele, who is a resident of the Diocese of Wilmington, has just published her third novel, “The Runaway Prophet.” Like the first two, it is a modern day telling of a bible story.
Catholic Forum, Mar. 26, 2017 – Guest: Ms. Katy Moran
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction and the Gospel for the 4th Sunday of Lent, Ms. Katy Moran from the World Apostolate of Fatima will be interviewed. One hundred years ago, at the height of WWI, Our Lady appeared to three shepherd children in Fatima, Portugal. Katy Moran will discuss these world-famous apparitions and tell us about the International Pilgrim Statue that will be visiting four churches in Delaware and Maryland’s Eastern Shore in early April.
Catholic Forum, August 7, 2016 – A Tribute to Dorothy Arthur
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction and the Gospel for the Nineteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time, we pay tribute to Ms. A. Dorothy Arthur, one of the founders of this program. Dorothy was a college student in 1939 she was a part of a group of lay people who decided to create a Catholic radio program on WDEL-AM in Wilmington, Delaware. Dorothy was also key in creating the Catholic Broadcasting Association, which was later named UNDA-USA, and now operates under the name Catholic Academy of Communication Professionals. Dorothy passed away on June 17, 2016 at the age of 95. On this program, we present an interview with Dorothy that first aired on Catholic Forum in April 2014 as the program celebrated its 75th anniversary.
Catholic Forum, July 9, 2017 – Guest: Kevin Lowry
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction, the Holy Gospel for the 14th Sunday in Ordinary Time, and an oldie but a goody from the Saint Louis Jesuits, Kevin Lawry, author of the book, “How God Dragged Me Kicking and Screaming into the Catholic Church” and founder of www.gratefulconvert.com will be interviewed.
Catholic Forum, July 3, 2016 – Guest: Fr. Leonard Klein
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction and the Gospel for Sunday, July 3, 2016, hear an interview with Fr. Leonard Klein, Director of Pro Life Activities for the Catholic Diocese of Wilmington discuss religious liberty. What threatens our religious liberty? What can we do to protect our freedom of religion? What is the Fortnight for Freedom? Find out on this edition of Catholic Forum.