On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction, the Gospel for the 17th Sunday in Ordinary Time, and a selection from John Michael Talbot’s “Table of Plenty” CD, we are joined by Ms. Amy Milligan, Executive Director of the Saint Francis LIFE Center. Amy tells us about how the Center is helping senior citizens stay safe and healthy during the coronavirus pandemic.
One of Us : Bob 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, Sept. 12, 2020 – Guest: Matt Carucci
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction, the Holy Gospel for the 24th Sunday in Ordinary Time, and a song from John Michael Talbot’s “Table of Plenty” CD, we will talk to Mr. Matt Carucci, Catholic Youth Ministry Athletic Director for the Diocese of Wilmington. CYM Sports serves 5,000 youngsters each year from Delaware and Maryland’s Eastern Shore. Matt will tell us about the program and how the COVID-19 pandemic will effect this fall’s sports.
Catholic Forum, Sept. 5, 2020 – Guest: Fr. Michael Murray, OSFS
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction, the Gospel for the 23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time, and a song from the Catholic Artists From Home YouTube video, we will talk to Father Michael Murray, an Oblate of Saint Francis de Sales. We will learn about Father’s work as Assistant Provincial and Wilmington Fire Department Chaplain, and learn what Salesian Spirituality says about the trying times in which we live.
One of Us : Tina Gillen
“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 11, 2020 – Guest: Sr. Ann David Strohminger, OSF
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction, the Gospel for the 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time, and a song from the More Than 50 Most Loved Hymns CD, you will hear an interview with Sister Ann David Strohminger, a Sister of Saint Francis of Philadelphia and Delegate for Religious for the Catholic Diocese of Wilmington. Sister discusses those sisters, brothers, and religious priests who were hit the hardest by COVID-19 and how they are coping with the challenges.
Catholic Forum, Aug. 8, 2020 – Guest: Fr. Joe McQuaide
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction, the Gospel for the 19th Sunday in Ordinary Time, and a song from the John Michael Talbot CD, “Master Collection,” we will learn about the beautiful and historic Cathedral of Saint Peter in Wilmington, Delaware, when Diocese of Wilmington Chancellor and Cathedral Rector, Father Joseph McQuaide, is interviewed. The Cathedral is in need of financial help and a special collection will be held in all Delaware and Maryland Eastern Shore parishes on Aug. 15 & 16.
One of Us :Ed Lipka
“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, May 23, 2020 – Guest: Leila Miller
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction, the Gospel for the Feast of the Ascension of the Lord, and a musical selection from David Haas’ “Blest Are They” CD, we will talk to Leila Miller about her book, “Raising Chaste Catholic Men: Practical Advice, Mom to Mom.” We will also give a brief update as to when and how public Masses will begin again in Delaware and Maryland’s Eastern Shore.
Catholic Forum, June 13, 2020 – Guest: Anthony Albence
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after an introduction, the Holy Gospel for the Solemnity of the Body and Blood of Christ, and a song from the CD “Catholic Treasures,” we will talk with Mr. Anthony Albence, a parish leader at St. Anthony of Padua Church in Wilmington, Delaware. Each year, the parish’s annual Italian Festival brings tens or thousands of people to Wilmington’s Little Italy. Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, this year’s festival has been cancelled. We will learn about the festival and how the parish is dealing with its loss. Also, Father Rich Jasper will tell us about another Modern Day Witness.