In parishes all over the world, initiation ministers are in the final weeks of preparing for Lent, the period of Purification and Enlightenment for those who are in the process of conversion. These people, who have been accompanied by their parishes in this process of conversion, and who have been formed and molded by the community of faith, will be baptized into the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ at the Easter Vigil. Danielle Noe, Timothy Johnston and Todd Williamson discuss and explore the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) in this broadcast of Focus on the Liturgy.

Gibsons Restaurant Group is generously preparing to treat 300 Catholic Charities clients to an elegant luncheon this Sunday, January 29. This magnanimous gesture is the continuation of a remarkable tradition continued by Gibsons each winter since 2008. Join Phil Zepeda and Katie Bredemann as they welcome Kevin Arnold, Gibsons Director of Training and Development to discuss this extraordinary event and how it has brought  great joy to Catholic Charities clients through the years. 

Host Joyce Duriga is joined by Lauretta Froelich from Charismatic Renewal

Hosts:  Fr. Greg Sakowicz and Mark Teresi.  The Grace Arsenal is a book written by Andy Armstrong about navigating business battlegrounds with grace.  Joining us for today’s program is Andy Armstrong.

Lectura y reflexión del Evangelio según San Mateo 4, 12-23 del domingo, 22 de enero de 2023 

Viernes, 20 de enero de 2023

Host Beth White talks to her guests Jose Coronel and Shannon Schmidt about building a foundation for evangelization.

Be among the first to explore the latest in automotive innovation at the 2023 Chicago Auto Show by attending First Look for Charity on Friday, February 10. Join Katie Bredemann as she welcomes Bill Montana and Marty Bredemann, Co-Chairman of Catholic Charities’ reception at First Look for Charity to preview this fabulous evening enjoyed by socialites, and car buffs alike! Rose Marie Lesniak-Mendez, Catholic Charities Regional Director of the North/Northwest Regional Office will also join in the conversation to share how the proceeds of First Look for Charity will be used to support Catholic Charities programs throughout Cook and Lake counties this winter.

Lectura y reflexión del Evangelio según San Juan 1, 29-34 del domingo, 15 de enero de 2023 

Viernes, 13 de enero de 2023

Hosts:  Fr. Greg Sakowicz and Mark Teresi.  The topic of this program is Ecumenism (the movement for Christian Unity) with a focus on the upcoming annual Week of Prayer for Christian Unity (January18-25).  Guests:  Dan Olsen; Robert Cathey; Susan Pudelek; Jon Nilson

This month Megan talks with Josh Goralski, the founder and CEO of Unlocking Communities, a not-for-profit social enterprise that empowers communities in Haiti and beyond with access to eco-friendly products and entrepreneurial opportunities. This work seeks to bring about sustainable social, economic and environmental change. Unlocking Communities partners with faith communities and is inspired by Catholic Social Teachings. Unlocking Communities equips entrepreneurs with the education, funding and tools to sell sustainable products such as a simple water filtration system and clean burning stove.