On this edition of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction, the proclamation of the Holy Gospel for the 33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time, and a musical selection from the CD, “Catholic Treasures,” learn about the work of the Junior Board of St. Francis Hospital in Wilmington, Delaware and their upcoming “Lights of Love” campaign.
Catholic Forum, Nov. 26, 2017 – Guest: Ms. Mary Body
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after the proclamation of the Gospel for the Feast of Christ the King, and a musical selection from the Catholic Treasures CD, we will talk with Mary Body, Director of Religious Education for St. Mary of the Assumption Church in Hockessin, Delaware. Mary talks about ways for parents and grandparents to make Advent more meaningful for the children in their lives.
Catholic Forum, Dec. 17, 2017 – Guest: Thomas Craughwell
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction, the Holy Gospel for the 3rd Sunday of Advent, and a musical selection from John Angotti’s “Welcome Home for Christmas” CD, author Thomas Craughwell will discuss his new book, “101 Places to Pray Before You Die: A Roamin’ Catholic’s Guide.” This book is a must-have for the traveling Catholic.
Catholic Forum, Dec.24, 2017 – Annual Christmas Program
Merry Christmas! On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction and the Gospel for the 4th Sunday of Advent, we will hear some beautiful Christmas music performed by the Padua Academy Women’s Chorus from Padua Academy in Wilmington, Delaware, and Bishop Francis Malooly’s annual Christmas message to the people of Delaware and Maryland’s Eastern Shore. Have a blessed Christmas!
Catholic Forum, Jan. 14, 2018 – Guest: Mark Christian
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction, the proclamation of the Holy Gospel for the Second Sunday in Ordinary Time, and a selection from the CD, “How Great Thou Art; The Best of The Priests,” Mark Christian, Executive Director of Cemeteries of the Diocese of Wilmington will discuss cremation and other topics that Catholics should consider.
Catholic Forum, Aug. 27, 2017 – Guest: Mary Gispert
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction, the Holy Gospel for the 21st Sunday in Ordinary Time, and a musical selection from the CD, “Catholic Treasures,” Ms. Mary Gispert will discuss the efforts of the people of Saint Catherine of Siena Parish in Wilmington, Delaware to help the people of Gulu, a city in Northern Uganda. The Delaware Catholic community has built a preschool, a “piggery,” and have plans to build a primary school for this African community that has been plagued by civil war, genocide, and poverty. Mary also tells us about the upcoming “Give It Up For Gulu” 5K fundraiser.
Catholic Forum. Sept. 17, 2017 – Guest: Deb Fols
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction, and the proclamation of the Holy Gospel for the 24th Sunday in Ordinary Time, we will learn about the Share in the Spirit campaign, when Deb Fold, Director of Development for the Catholic Diocese of Wilmington is interviewed. Share in the Spirit helps families be able to provide a Catholic school education to their children.
Catholic Forum, Sept. 24, 2017 – Guest: Fr. Brian Lewis
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction, the Gospel for the 24th Sunday in Ordinary Time, a great song from Beth Nielson Chapman’s “Hymns” CD, we will talk with Father Brian Lewis, Associate Pastor of St. Elizabeth Parish in Wilmington, and Coordinator of the annual Diocesan Marian Pilgrimage. This year, pilgrims will travel to the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, D.C.
Catholic Forum, Oct. 29, 2017 – Guests: Sr. Rose Marie & Ms. Debbie Strengari
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction, and the Gospel for the 30th Sunday in Ordinary Time, we learn about the Little Sisters of the Poor and their work in the Diocese of Wilmington. Sister Rose Marie, LSP, is the chief fundraiser for the Jeanne Jugan Home in Newark, Delaware. She is joined by Ms. Debbie Strengari, the Development Director. The Little Sisters of the Poor have been helping the added poor of the area for over 100 years.
Catholic Forum, Oct. 8, 2017 Guest: Alice Reis Israel
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction, the Holy Gospel for the 27th Sunday in Ordinary Time, and music from the CD, “Catholic Treasures,” hear an interview with Alice Reis Israel of Lewes, Delaware. On October 13, 1917, Alice’s father, Dominic Reis, was in Fatima, Portugal and was an eye-witness to the “Miracle of the Sun.” Alice recounts this event, in her father’s own words, and tells of the impact that this had on her father and his family.