“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 19, 2021 – Guest: Mr. Mark Christian
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after news headlines from The Dialog and a cut from Paul Tate’s “Let All Creation Sing” CD, we will talk with Mr. Mark Christian. After a almost 44-year career with Catholic Cemeteries of the Diocese of Wilmington, Mark is retiring at the end of June. We will chat with him and learn how Catholic Cemeteries are helping those who grieve there loved-ones. Also, Father Rich Jasper will tell us about another Modern Day Witness.
One of Us : Natalie Morris
“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 26, 2021 – Guest: Dan LeRoy
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after news from TheDialog.org, we learn about some of the Catholics who were crucial to the founding of the United States, when Dan LeRoy talks about his book, “Liberty’s Lions: The Catholic Revolutionaries Who Establish America.” Were the Founding Fathers anti-Catholic? Who were the Catholics who helped bring independence to America? We celebrate Independence Day a week early on this episode of Catholic Forum.
Catholic Forum, July 31, 2021 – Guests: Fr. John Grasing, Richard Kosior & Matt Boyer
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after news from The Dialog, and a cut from the Catholic Treasures CD, we will talk with Father John Grasing, pastor of Sacred Heart Parish in Chestertown, Maryland and director of the Office for Deacons for the Diocese of Wilmington. We will also talk with two of the 15 men who will be ordained to the permanent diaconate on August 7, 2021, Richard Kosior from Holy Cross Parish in Dover, Delaware and Matt Boyer, from St. Ann’s Parish in Wilmington.
One of Us : Louise Gay
“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 24, 2021 – Guest: Fritz Jones
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a news brief from TheDialog.org, we will talk with Mr. Fritz Jones, Executive Director of Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Wilmington. Fritz discusses the work of the Catholic social service organization that has been serving the people of Delaware and Maryland’s Eastern Shore for 190 years, and looks back at his 40+ years with the organization. Also, Father Rich Jasper tells us about another Modern Day Witness.
Catholic Forum, July 17, 2021 – Highlights from Bishop William Koenig’s Ordination/Installation
On this very special episode of Catholic Forum, after news from The Dialog, we will hear highlights from the Ordination/Installation Mass of Bishop William E. Koenig, 10th Bishop of Wilmington, recorded at St. Elizabeth Church in Wilmington, Delaware. We will hear excerpts from Apostolic Nuncio, Archbishop Christophe Pierre’s remarks and reading of the Apostolic Letter of Appointment, Archbishop William Lori’s homily, and the first public comments from His Excellency, The Most Reverend William E. Koenig, as the new shepherd of the Catholic community of Delaware and Maryland’s Eastern Shore. You can watch the entire-hour Mass at www.YouTube.com/DioceseofWilm.
Catholic Forum, Nov. 13, 2021 – Guest: Ms. Nan Freeman
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after news headlines from The Dialog, we will talk with Ms. Nan Freeman, a facilitator for the Rachel’s Vineyard Catholic Retreat for those who are suffering from the devastating effects of abortion. A Rachel’s Vineyard retreat is scheduled for our area in early December and we will learn more about it today on Catholic Forum. Also, Father Rich Jasper will tell us about another Modern Day Witness.
Catholic Forum, Sept. 4, 2021 – Guest: Fr. John Solomon
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after news from The Dialog, and a musical selection from the CD, “More Thank 50 Most Loved Hymns,” we talk to Father John Solomon, pastor of St. Mary Star of the Sea/Holy Savior parish in Ocean City, Maryland. How has this dynamic resort parish survived the economic impact of the pandemic? What renovations were made to the historic church in downtown OCMD? What’s happening during the “off-season?” We’ll find out on this episode of Catholic Forum! Ohhh, and Father Rich Jasper will tell us about another Modern Day Witness.