On this episode of Catholic Forum FLASHBACK, Diocese of Wilmington priest and historian, Father Thomas Peterman, talks about his book, “Bohemia, 1704-2004: A History of St. Francis Xavier Catholic Shrine in Cecil County, Maryland.” This interview originally aired on Catholic Forum radio program in June of 2005.
Catholic Forum, Nov. 23, 2019 – Guest: Chris Blum
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction, the Gospel for the Solemnity of Christ the King, and a cut from the Catholic Treasures CD, Forum host, Bob Krebs, will talk to Dr. Christopher Blum, editor of the book, “Waiting for Christ: Meditations for Advent and Christmas” by newly-canonized Saint John Henry Newman, one of the most beloved and well-known preachers of his time. Originally an Anglican priest, Newman converted to Catholicism and became a Catholic priest and cardinal. Known for his beautiful prose and exultant preaching, Newman has long been a source of inspiration for those in the Church. In this new and compact compilation of his sermons, you’re invited to journey with St. John Henry Newman through Advent into Christmas and Epiphany, meditating on the coming of Christ and the Christian life.
Also today, Father Rich Jasper will tell us about Modern Day Witness, Military Chaplain, Father Tim Vakoc.
FLASHBACK: Fr. Stanislao Esposito discusses Advent
On this episode of Catholic Forum FLASHBACK, we hear an interview with Father Stanislao Esposito about the Season of Advent. At the time of this interview, Father was the Administrator of St. Mary Star of the Sea/Holy Savior Parish in Ocean City, Maryland. Father Esposito is currently serving as Pastor of St. John the Baptist/Holy Angels Parish in Newark, Delaware.
One of Us: John Mazalewski
“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, Nov. 30, 2019 – Guest: Sr. Ann David Strohminger
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction, the Gospel for the First Sunday of Advent, and a musical selection from Beth Nielson Chapman’s “Hymns” CD, Sr. Ann David Strohminger, OSF, Delegate for Religious for the Diocese of Wilmington will discuss the changing roles of religious men and women and the upcoming Religious Retirement Fund collection. Also, Father Rich Jasper will tell us about Celestina Bottego, another Modern Day Witness.
Catholic Forum, Nov. 9, 2019 – Guest: Fr. Jerry Hogan
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction, the Gospel for the 32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time, and a song from the CD, “Catholic Treasures,” we will meet Father Jerry Hogan. A priest of the Archdiocese of Boston, Father Hogan has served for 25-plus years as national chaplain to circus performers and show people. Also, Father Rich Jasper will tell us about Guido Schaffer, another Modern Day Witness.
FLASHBACK: Dr. Christian Smith discusses his book, “How to Go from Being a Good Evangelical to a Committed Catholic in Ninety-Five Difficult Steps”
On this episode of Catholic Forum FLASHBACK, we hear a great interview from August 2011 with Dr. Christian Smith, author of “How to Go from Being a Good Evangelical to a Committed Catholic in Ninty-Five Difficult Steps.”
Catholic Forum, Nov. 2, 2019 – Guest: Frank Rega
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction, the Gospel for the 31st Sunday in Ordinary Time, and a song from the Catholic Treasures CD, are joined by Delaware author and Padre Pio expert, Frank Rega, talks about his new book, “Amazing Miracles of Padre Pio and the Stories Behind Them.” In his latest book, Frank tells the stories behind some of Saint Pio’s greatest miracles.
Also, later in the show, Father Rich Jasper, Associate Pastor of St. Ann Church in Wilmington, Delaware, will tell us about the life of Sister Cecilia Schelingova, another Modern Day Witness.
FLASHBACK: Donald Nohs discusses the Shroud of Turin and the Passion of Christ
On this episode of Catholic Forum FLASHBACK, we hear an interview with Shroud of Turin and Passion of Christ expert and lecturer, Mr. Donald Nohs. FLASHBACK brings podcast listeners exclusive content from the vast Catholic Forum archive of interviews of interest to Catholic listeners.
FLASHBACK: Former Baltimore Raven, Matt Burk is interviewed
On this episode of Catholic Forum FLASHBACK, we hear an interview with the NFL’s Matt Burk. At the time of this interview, Matt was the starting center for the Baltimore Ravens.
Catholic Forum FLASHBACK features interviews from the vast Catholic Forum archives that is available to podcast listeners for the very first time.