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Co-hosts Fr. Greg Sakowicz and Mark Teresi speak to Fr. Lou Cameli, the Cardinal's Delegate for Formation and Mission.  They talk about the month of May being the Month of Mary.

Hosts Fr. Greg Sakowicz and Mark Teresi talk with Dr. Edward Gordon about the latest developments in the Covid-19 pandemic.

Hosts:  Fr. Greg Sakowicz and Mark Teresi.  An unexpected encounter with a broken statue of the Virgin Mary next to a dumpster sparked a devotion to our Blessed Mother in Kevin Matthews.  Kevin has authored a book titled Broken Mary:  A Journey of Hope.  The Broken Mary statue, and her self-proclaimed "roadie" Kevin, will be appearing at St. Mary Immaculate Church in Plainfield in the diocese of Joliet on Wednesday, May 12 at 7pm.

In this broadcast of Focus on the Liturgy, co-hosts Timothy Johnston and Todd Williamson discuss the life-giving season of Easter. Particularly they focus on the baptismal character of Easter and having just renewed our baptism at the Easter Vigil or on Easter Sunday. Together they explore the theology of the season by breaking open the liturgies, readings and celebrations that make up this 50-day Feast.

Our 3-part series on MOTHERHOOD continues with this special program focused on the encouragement, peace, and love provided to this, and all generations, by the greatest mother of all: The Blessed Virgin Mary. Join Brigid Murphy as she welcomes Reverend Gerard Kelly, C.M., Chaplain of Catholic Charities to discuss how Our Lady’s life on earth, and Her guidance from heaven offer tremendous inspiration to all mothers, fathers, and all who seek Her presence in their lives.  

Hosts Fr. Greg Sakowicz and Mark Teresi talk to Dr. Mary Amore about the latest offerings at Mayslake Ministries.

Hosted by Fr. Greg Sakowicz and Mark Teresi.  The Catholic Lawyers Guild will be installing its first African-American president, (Retired) Judge Ed Washington, on May 26.  Guests:  Hon. Edward Washington II; Daniel R. Murray; Hon. Thomas More Donnelly. 

Hosted by Fr. Greg Sakowicz and Mark Teresi.  Today (April 22) is Earth Day.  The Catholic Climate Covenant collaborates with other Catholic organizations to advance the Church's call for us to love and care for God's creation and our vulnerable neighbors.  Guest:  Jose Aguto

Hosted by Fr. Greg Sakowicz and Mark Teresi.  United Catholic Youth Ministries is a multi-parish pastoral ministry that supports youth, young adults, families and the Hispanic/Latinx community in Evanston.  They have four main ministry focuses:  Youth and Children Ministry, Campus Ministry, Young Adult Ministry, and Hispanic Ministry.  Guests:  James Holzhauer-Chuckas, Alex Roman, Alize Ramirez.

Clarissa Aljentera from the Office for Lifelong Formation joins Beth White, host, for On the Way to discuss anti-racism, her upcoming course at Boston College, and ways the Archdiocese is proactively trying to have very important conversations and ultimately put into practice, issues around race and diversity, specifically through a newly formed Racial Justice Circle and a novena for racial justice being prayed by employees of the pastoral center. Clarissa also suggests a few resources that might help listeners to continue their own journey of learning more. 

Cliff Barber, Chief Strategy Officer for Renew My Church and Director of the Boston Catholic Initiative joins host, Beth White, to talk about the Black Catholic community in the Archdiocese of Chicago. They discuss the impact of parish closures and unifications in the Black Churches, primarily on the Southside of Chicago. Cliff shares his hope for the future even in the midst of great grief. The Black Catholic Initiative includes all Black Catholics in the Chicagoland area. The goal is to support and bring these Catholics together in creative ways. A new website will be launched in the coming months.