On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction, the Gospel for the Sixth Sunday of Easter, and a John Angotti song taken from his Testify CD, we will hear highlights, including Bishop Malooly’s homily, from the May 13, 2020 live-stream Mass for Catholic school students and their families. Also, Father Rich Jasper will tell us about another Modern Day Witness.
Catholic Forum, Feb. 29, 2020 – Guest: Al Wyllie
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction, the Gospel for the First Sunday in Lent, and a song from David Haas’ “Blest Are They” CD, we talk with Al Wyllie. Al and a group of men are planning the first annual Catholic Men’s Fellowship of Delmarva Conference on March 21, 2020 at the Church of the Holy Cross in Dover, Delaware. Also, Father Rich Jasper will tell us about Darwin Ramos, another Modern Day Witness.
Catholic Forum, Feb. 22, 2020 – Guest: Gary Zimak
We are getting ready for Lent on this episode of Catholic Forum. After a brief introduction, the Gospel for the Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time, and some music from Paul Tate’s “Rejoice!” CD, we will talk with popular Catholic writer and speaker, Gary Zimak about his best-selling book, “Give Up Worry for Lent: 40 Days to Finding Peace in Christ.” In it, Gary combines practical spirituality, daily scripture readings, and simple action steps to help you kick the worry habit as part of your Lenten renewal. You will learn how to let go of the anxiety-producing areas of life in order to find the lasting peace that comes from trusting God.
Also, we will learn about Father Paul Atkinson, who was a teacher and inspiration to Father Rich Jasper, on this installment of Modern Day Witness.
FLASHBACK: Sister LaVerne King, RSM, Principal of Christ the Teacher Catholic School is interviewed
On this episode of Catholic Forum FLASHBACK, we go waaaaaay back in the archive to hear an interview from 2002 with the Principal of Christ the Teacher Catholic School in Newark, Delaware, Sister LaVerne King. At the time of this interview, the school was under construction. Sister recently announced her retirement.
One of Us : Geri Garvey
“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, March 14, 2020 – Guest: Chris West
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction, the Gospel for the Third Sunday in Lent, and a musical selection from the Catholic Treasures CD, we will talk with Mr. Chris West, Community Engagement Manager for the Northeast Mid-Atlantic Region for Catholic Relief Services (CRS). How did CRS get started? What is the CRS Rice Bowl program all about? How can the average person get involved in helping our brothers and sisters in other countries? Chris West will tell us on this episode of Catholic Forum.
Catholic Forum, Jan. 18, 2020 – Guest: Fr. Michael Barth
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction, the Gospel for the Second Sunday in Ordinary Time and a cut from John Michael Talbot’s “The Early Years” CD, we will talk to Father Michael Barth, S.T., President of Trinity Missions. Trinity Missions have 37 missions serving the parishes of inner-cities and isolated rural areas in the United States and 6 other countries. On this episode of Catholic Forum, we will learn about the local origins of the Missionaries, how they serve the poor in our country and others, and focus on service to the Choctaw community at Holy Rosary Indian Mission in Tucker, Mississippi. Also, Father Rich Jasper will tell us about another Modern Day Witness, Sister Rani Marie Vatalil.
Catholic Forum, Jan. 25, 2020 – Guest: Chaz Enerio
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 “More Than 50 Most Loved Hymns,” Chaz Enerio, Deputy Director for Ministry of Caring will discuss the Village of St. John. Located on the campus of the former Episcopal Cathedral in Wilmington, Delaware; Village of St. John offers housing for income-qualifying senior citizens and is the latest Ministry of Caring outreach to the needy.
Also, Father Rich Jasper will tell us about another Modern Day Witness, Amata Cerretelli.
FLASHBACK: Kathleen O’Hara discusses her book, “A Grief Like No Other”
Catholic Forum FLASHBACK features interesting interviews from past Catholic Forum programs. This interview that aired in July 2010, features Kathleen O’Hara, discusses her book, “A Grief Like No Other: Surviving the Violent Death of Someone You Love.”
Catholic Forum, Feb. 8, 2020 – Guest: Kevin Wells
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction, the Gospel for the Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time, and a song from John Angotti’s “Testify!” CD, we will meet author Kevin Wells. His new book, “The Priests We Need to Save the Church,” is in its fourth printing and is the source of much conversation. Also today, we will hear another story from the High Planes Preacher, Father Jim, and learn about the founder of the Knights of Columbus, another one of Father Rich Jasper’s Modern Day Witnesses.