On this episode of Catholic Forum, after news from TheDialog.org, and a cut from the CD, The John Michael Talbot Collection, we will hear highlights from the May 22, 2021 Ordination of Father Michael Preston, including Bishop Malooly’s homily. Also, Father Rich Jasper will tell us about another Modern Day Witness.
Catholic Forum, May 22, 2021 – Guest: Fr. Thomas Dailey, O.F.S.F.
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a news brief from TheDialog.org, we will talk to Oblate Father Thomas Dailey, the John Cardinal Foley Chair of Homiletics and Social Communications for Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary in Philadelphia. On May 27th the Seminary is holding the annual John Cardinal Foley Symposium in Celebration of World Communications Day. Learn about the symposium and the award that will be given that day on this edition of Catholic Forum. Also, Father Rich Jasper will tell us about ‘the nun with spurs.”
One of Us : Susan Parker
“One of Us” is a brief snapshot of people who support the church in the Diocese of Wilmington. We will regularly feature people who are recognizable within their parish communities.
Catholic Forum, June 5, 2021 – Guest: Marion Amberg
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a news update from TheDialog.org, and a cut from the Catholic Treasures CD, we will talk to Ms. Marion Amberg, award-winning journalist, author, and faith-traveler. Marion’s new book, “Monuments, Marvels, and Miracles: A Traveler’s Guide to Catholic America,” takes us to more than 500 of the country’s most intriguing holy sites, each with a riveting story to tell. Also, Father Rich Jasper will tell us about another Modern Day Witness.
Catholic Forum, May 15, 2021 – Guest: Paul Senz
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after news headlines from TheDialog.org and a musical selection from the CD, “Catholic Treasures,” we will talk with Paul Senz about his new book, “Fatima: 100 Questions and Answers About the Marian Apparitions,” from Ignatious Press. Written as a companion to the popular film, “Fatima,” Paul’s book delves into these apparitions what have inspired and fascinated the world for over 100 years.
Catholic Forum, May 8, 2021 – New Bishop Announcement
On this special episode of Catholic Forum, after a news update from The Dialog, and a cut from the “More Than 50 Most Loved Hymns” CD, we will hear highlights of the recent announcement that Pope Francis has named Monsignor William E. Koenig of the Diocese of Rockville Centre, New York as Wilmington’s 10th Bishop. Listen in as Bishop Francis Malooly introduces Bishop-elect Koenig at a news conference at the Cathedral of Saint Peter. Also, Father Rich Jasper will tell us about another Modern Day Witness.
Catholic Forum, May 1, 2021 – Guest: Fr. Edward Looney
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a news update from Joe Owens of The Dialog, and a musical selection from Beth Nielsen Chapman’s “Hymns” CD, we will talk with Father Edward Looney about his new book, “Meditations After Holy Communion.”
Catholic Forum, July 10, 2021 – Guest: Bishop-elect William E. Koenig
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after news headlines from The Dialog, and a musical selection from the Catholic Treasures CD, we will talk with the man who, on July 13, 2021, will be ordained to the Order of Bishop and installed as Wilmington’s 10th Bishop, Monsignor William E. Koenig of the Diocese of Rockville Centre, New York. Join us as we get to know our new shepherd.
One of Us : Dave Melocik
“One of Us” is a brief snapshot of people who support the church in the Diocese of Wilmington. We will regularly feature people who are recognizable within their parish communities.
Catholic Forum, July 3, 2021 – Guest: Fr. Joseph McQuaide
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after news from The Dialog, we are joined by Father Joseph McQuaide, Chancellor for the Diocese of Wilmington and Rector of the Cathedral of Saint Peter, and Pastor of St. Patrick and St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception Parishes in Wilmington, Delaware. Father McQuaide will talk about the men who have served as Bishops of Wilmington since 1868, and give us a preview of the July 13, 2021 ordination and installation Mass of Bishop-elect William Koenig as Wilmington’s Tenth Bishop.