On this Palm Sunday episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction, we will hear the Passion of Jesus, according to St. Matthew, presented by students from St. Elizabeth High School in Wilmington, Delaware. For names and photos of the students, visit the Catholic Forum Facebook page at www.facebook.com/catholicforum
Catholic Forum, April 23, 2017 – Guest: Kristyn Brown
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction, the Gospel for the Second Sunday of Easter, and a musical selection from the CD, “Catholic Treasures,” we will talk with photographer, Kristyn Brown, about “The Saints Project.” As a talented young photographer in Los Angeles, Kristyn longed to use her talent to glorify God. The Saints Project, that depicts modern day men, women and children as saints of the Church, was the answer to her prayers.
Catholic Forum, Mar. 5, 2017 – Guest: Fr. Joseph Cocucci
On this episode, after a brief introduction, the Gospel for the 1st Sunday of Lent, and a song from the CD, “Catholic Treasures,” Father Joseph Cocucci, Pastor of Saint John Neumann Parish in Berlin, Maryland, will discuss the season of Lent.
Catholic Forum, May 14, 2017 – Guest: Karen Barbieri
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction and the Gospel for the 5th Sunday of Easter, Karen Barbieri will discuss Pietra Fitness. Karen developed this alternative to yoga that incorporates Christian prayer and meditation. Information is available at www.pietrafitness.com.
Catholic Forum, April 30, 2017 – Guest: Msgr. Peter Vaghi
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction and the Gospel for the 3rd Sunday of Easter, we will hear a message from the Most Reverend W. Francis Malooly, Bishop of the Diocese of Wilmington that reflects on the Gospel and ties it in with the Diocese of Wilmington’s Annual Catholic Appeal. The Appeal begins in Delaware and Maryland’s Eastern Shore on April 30th.
After the bishop’s message, we will hear a cut from Marty Haugen’s “All Are Welcome” CD, and an interview with Msgr. Peter Vaghi, author of the new book, “Meeting God in the Upper Room.”
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Catholic Forum, May 21, 2017 – Guest: Alex Handy
On this episode, after a brief introduction, the Gospel for the 6th Sunday of Easter, and a song from John Michael Talbot, we will talk to Saints Peter and Paul, Easton, Maryland parishioner, Mr. Alex Handy. Alex was a participant in a recent mission trip to San Marcos, Guatemala. Since 2003, the Diocese of Wilmington and the Diocese of San Marcos have been engaged in a Solidarity Partnership. Saints Peter and Paul have been very active in the partnership in recent years. Alex shares his impressions and reflections on his trip.
Catholic Forum, Mar. 19, 2017 – Guests: Amy Milligan & Maria Miller
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction, the Holy Gospel for the Third Sunday of Lent, and a musical selection from John Michael Talbot’s “Table of Plenty” CD, Ms. Amy Milligan and Ms. Maria Miller from the St. Francis Hospital LIFE Center will discuss challenges that face senior citizens and their family members and how the LIFE Center can be an alternative to nursing care.
Catholic Forum, Apr. 2, 2017 – Guest: Ms. Kim Zarif
On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction and Gospel for the 5th Sunday of Lent, Kim Zarif, a member of Saint Mary Star of the Sea Parish in Ocean City, Maryland, will discus challenges faced by refugees and immigrants from Syria. Kim’s husband immigrated from Syria over 20 years ago. Recently she and her husband helped settle other family members who came to Delmarva as refugees.
Catholic Forum, Dec. 4, 2016 – Guest: Heidi Saxton
On this edition of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction and the Gospel for the Second Sunday of Advent, meet the Editorial Director of Servant Publishing, Heidi Saxton, and learn about her new book, “Advent With Saint Teresa of Calcutta.”
Catholic Forum, Nov. 27, 2016 – Guest: J. J. Wright
On this, the First Sunday of Advent edition of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction and the proclamation of the Gospel by Deacon Bob Cousar, meet GRAMMY Award-winning pianist, conductor, and composer, J.J. Wright, and hear samples from his new CD, “O Emmanuel.” Combining traditional sacred music with improvisational jazz, “O Emmanuel” feature the talents of the Notre Dame Children’s Choir, and Fifth House Ensemble.