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.
Catholic Forum – May 1, 2016 – Guest: Rev. Daniel Gerres
After an introduction, the Gospel for the Sixth Sunday of Easter, and a musical selection from the CD “Catholic Treasures”; hear an interview with Father Dan Gerres. Ordained 50 years ago, Father Gerres has ministered to the Catholic community in the Wilmington, Delaware area, and as chaplain for the Delaware National Guard and Gander Hill Prison.
Catholic Forum, Jan. 7, 2018 – Guest: Deacon Hal Jopp
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.
Catholic Forum, May 8, 2016 – Guest: Kimberly Ellis
After an introduction, the Gospel for the Feast of the Ascension of the Lord, and a musical selection; celebrate Mothers’ Day by learning about Bayard House, a residential program for women who are homeless and pregnant. Kimberly Ellis is Senior Program Manager for Catholic Charities Bayard House, and she tell us about this wonderful home that has been helping women and their unborn babies since 1980.
Catholic Forum, April 3, 2016 – Guest: Vinny Flynn
On the Divine Mercy Sunday edition of Catholic Forum, hear the Gospel for the Second Sunday of Easter and an interview with Vinny Flynn, author of 7 Secrets of Divine Mercy.
Catholic Forum, Feb. 25, 2018 – Guest: Fr. Joseph McQuaide
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.
Catholic Forum, March 27, 2016 Easter Special
On this edition of Catholic Forum, hear the joyful Gospel for the Feast of the Resurrection of the Lord, Bishop Francis Malooly’s Easter Message to the people of Delaware and Maryland’s Eastern Shore, and hear some terrific Easter music from the Saint John the Beloved Womens Choir, and meet the parish Director of Liturgy and Music, Ms. Lisa Papili-Carlson.
Catholic Forum, Apr. 17, 2016 – Guest: Michael O’Neill
On this edition of Catholic Forum, after a short introduction and a musical selection, The Miracle Hunter, Michael O’Neill, will discuss his new book, “Exploring the Miraculous” from Our Sunday Visitor Press.
Catholic Forum, Mar. 4, 2018 – Guest: Deacon Fran Huhn
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.
Catholic Forum – Apr.10, 2016 – Guest: Deborah Fols
On this edition of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction and the Gospel for the Third Sunday of Easter, Ms. Deb Fols, Director of the Office of Development for the Diocese of Wilmington, will share a message from Bishop Malooly, and discus the 2016 Annual Catholic Appeal.