Catholic Forum

On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a news update from The Dialog, we share highlights from the May 17, 2025 priestly ordination of Father Dennis J. Stameza. We will hear Father Norm Carroll ask Bishop Koenig to ordain Deacon Dennis, the bishop's powerful homily, and witness Father Stameza's promises to the Bishop and the Church. You can see this beautiful ordination in its entirety at YouTube.com/DioceseofWilm. Catholic Forum is a production of the Office of Communication of the Diocese of Wilmington. Please like, share and subscribe.

On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a news update from The Dialog, we will hear three of the students winners from the 2025 Delaware Knights of Columbus Jerry Dawson Memorial Vocations Essay Contest, read their essays. First up is 7th grader Katelyn McLaughlin from St. Anthony of Padua school; then we hear 8th grader, from the St. Ann Parish Religious Education Program, Cecilia DePalma; then we finish up with St. Mary Magdalen School 8th grader, Catalina Vranic. We congratulate all the winners and thank all who participated. Catholic Forum is a production of the Diocese of Wilmington's Office of Communication.

"One of Us" is a brief snapshot of people who support the Catholic church in various ways in the Diocese of Wilmington. We regularly feature people who may be recognizable within their parish or school communities.

Recently, it was announced that the Daughters of Charity are leaving ministry at the Cathedral of St. Peter. On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a news update from TheDialog.org, we speak with Sister JoAnne Goecke, DC and Sister Mary Ellen Thomas, DC, two Daughters of Charity who live at the Cathedral of St. Peter Convent. Sister JoAnne teaches religion and is the librarian at the Cathedral of St. Peter School. Sister Mary Ellen works at the Saint Patrick Center offering services to the elderly and poor on Wilmington's East Side. The Sisters tell us about the founding of the Daughters of Charity by St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, how the Daughters came to Wilmington 195 years ago and about their work at the School and Center. All are invited to a Mass in celebration of the Daughters of Charity on May 13, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at the Cathedral of St. Peter. The Mass will be live-streamed on the Diocese of Wilmington YouTube channel, where you can also see a video of thie interview. Catholic Forum is a production of the Office of Communication of the Diocese of Wilmington. Please like, subscribe and share.

On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a news update from TheDialog.org and a cut from the More Than 50 Most Loved Hymns CD, the Most Reverend William E. Koenig, Bishop of Wilmington, looks back at the life and legacy of the Holy Father, Pope Francis. The bishop discusses key elements of his papacy, how his Jesuit foundation helped to form him, and what Catholics can do as we wait for a new pope to be elected. You can see a video of this interview on the Diocese of Wilmington's YouTube channel - YouTube.com/DioceseofWilm. Catholic Forum is a production of the Diocese of Wilmington Office of Communication. Follow us at Facebook.com/CatholicForum. Please, like, subscribe and share.

"One of Us" is a brief snapshot of people who support the Catholic church in various ways in the Diocese of Wilmington. We regularly feature people who may be recognizable within their parish or school communities.

PLEASE NOTE: This Catholic Forum interview was recorded before the passing of Pope Francis and the announcement that Blessed Carlo Acutis' canonization had been delayed until a later date.

On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a news update from The Dialog and a cut from the More Than 50 Most Loved Hymns CD, we talk with Mr. Dan Pin, Director of the Office of Youth, Young Adult and Family Ministry for the Diocese of Wilmington. Dan tells us about Carlo Acutis, a young man who was born in 1991 and died of leukemia at the age of 15 and will be re-scheduled for canonization shortly. Dan tells us how Carlo's dedication to the Eucharist lead him to create the first online directory of Eucharistic miracles. Listen to Catholic Forum on Apple, Spotify, iHeartRadio and Amazon Music podcasts or Saturday afternoons at 1:30 on Relevant Radio 640. You can see a video of this interview on the Diocese of Wilmington's YouTube channel - YouTube.com/DioceseofWilm. Catholic Forum is a production of the Office of Communications of the Diocese of Wilmington.

On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a news update from The Dialog and several tunes from the Catholic Treasures CD, we will hear the Most Reverend William E. Koenig's annual Easter message. Have a blessed Holy Week and Easter.

"One of Us" is a brief snapshot of people who support the Catholic church in various ways in the Diocese of Wilmington. We regularly feature people who may be recognizable within their parish or school communities.

On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a news update from The Dialog, as we get ready for Reconciliation Monday in our diocese on April 14, 2025, we talk with two Daughters of Saint Paul, Sister Orianne Pietra Rene Dyck, FSP, and Sister Allison Regina Gliot, FSP about their book, "Forgiven - A Guide to Confession and the Examen Prayer." This book explains that the sacrament of Confession is a healing and life-giving encounter with Jesus. Written especially for teens and young adults - but great for people of all ages - "Forgiven" includes a guide to help you prepare for Confession, practical tips for going to Confession, a step-by-step breakdown of what happens during the sacrament, popular questions and answers, and an introduction to the examen prayer to help you grow in virtue and recognize God at work in your life. You can see a video of this interview on the Diocese of Wilmington's YouTube channel, YouTube.com/DioceseofWilm. Please like and subscribe.