On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction, the talented students from St. Elizabeth High School in Wilmington, Delaware present their annual performance of the Passion of Christ for Palm Sunday.
Catholic Forum, March 6, 2016 – Guest: Ji Seong-ho
On this edition of Catholic Forum, hear a brief introduction, the Gospel for the 4th Sunday of Lent, and an musical selection, followed by an interview with a brave young man: Ji Seong-ho, who defected from North Korea. Via interpreter, Henry Song, Ji Seong-ho discusses his heroic defection and life in under the oppressive dictators who rule North Korea. Delaware business leader, Brian DiSabatino, tells how Pope Francis inspired him to sponsor Ji Seong-ho’s visit to the United States.
Catholic Forum, Feb. 7, 2016 – Guest from St. Thomas More Academy & Saints Peter & Paul High School
After a brief reflection, the Gospel for Sunday, February 7, 2016, and a musical selection, meet Ms. Rachel Casey, Principal of Saint Thomas More Academy in Magnolia, Delaware, and two of her students; freshmen, Logan Hughes and senior, Jon Titus. Then, get an overview of Saints Peter and Paul High School in Easton, Maryland, when school President, Dr. David Rath joins the program.
Catholic Forum, Feb. 28, 2016 – Guest: Tony Whall
On this program, hear the Gospel for the Third Sunday of Lent, a musical selection, and an interview with author, Tony Whall. Tony’s book, “Sister Mary Elizabeth Gintling; A Life for God” is the inspirational story of a holy woman who dedicated her life to serving the poor. Sister Mary Elizabeth began The Joseph House to aid the needy in Baltimore and Salisbury, Maryland and founded the Little Sisters of Jesus and Mary who continue her work.
Catholic Forum, Feb. 21, 2016 – Guest: Maria Ruiz Scaperlanda
After a brief introduction, hear the Gospel for the Second Sunday of Lent, a musical selection, and an interview with Maria Ruiz Scaperlanda, author of “The Shepherd Who Didn’t Run: Father Stanley Rother, Martyr from Oklahoma.”
Catholic Forum, April 15, 2018 – Guest: Fr. Peter Zwaans
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction, and the proclamation of the Gospel for the 3rd Sunday of Easter, meet Father Peter Zwaana, a priest from the Archdiocese of Adelaide, South Australia. Father will talk about his calling to the priesthood, his work as pastor and Director of Vocations, and has some good advice for Catholic young adults. It’s a good day to say, “g’day” to Father Zwaans!
Catholic Forum, Dec. 27, 2015 – Guest: Shamla McLarin
Hear a short introduction, the Gospel for the Feast of the Holy Family (Dec. 27, 2015), a musical selection, and an interview with Ms. Shamla McLaurin, Program Manager, Behavioral Health Services, Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Wilmington. Shamla discusses holiday stress, holiday blues, and how to avoid overindulgence during this time of year.
Catholic Forum Christmas Program, Dec. 20, 2015
After a brief introduction, hear the Gospel for the Fourth Sunday of Advent, Bishop W. Francis Malooly’s annual Christmas message to the people of Delaware and Maryland’s Eastern Shore, and some beautiful Christmas music performed by the Saint Mark’s High School Concert Choir under the direction of Mrs. Pauline DeAscanis. Merry Christmas from all of us at Catholic Forum and the Diocese of Wilmington!
Catholic Forum, Jan. 17, 2016 – Guest: Sister Maria Anna Mellody, SSCJ
After a brief introduction, hear the Sunday Gospel for January 17, 2016, the Second Sunday in Ordinary Time, a musical selection, and an interview with Sister Maria Anna Mellody. Sister Maria Anna talks about the life of the the co-founder of her community – the Sister Servants of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus – Blessed Klara Szczesna.
Catholic Forum, Jan. 10, 2016 – Guest: Deacon Hal Jopp
After a short introduction, hear the Holy Gospel for Sunday, January 10th Feast of the Baptism of the Lord, followed by an interview with Deacon Hal Jopp, Director of the Office for Deacons for the Diocese of Wilmington and assigned to parish ministry at St. Benedict’s Parish in Ridgely, Maryland. Deacon Jopp talks about the Diaconate and upcoming information sessions for men who think that God may be calling them to this ministry.