Catholic Forum

"One of Us" is a brief snapshot of people who support the church in the Diocese of Wilmington. We will regularly feature people who are recognizable within their parish communities.

On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction, the Gospel for the Third Sunday of Lent, and a cut from the Catholic Treasures CD, we will talk to Michael Preston, a transitional deacon for the Diocese of Wilmington, who is slated to be ordained to the priesthood in May. 

On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction, the Gospel for the Second Sunday of Lent, and a cut from the CD, "More Then 50 Most Loves Hymns," we will talk to Ms. Richelle Vible. For the last 13 years, Richelle has served as the Executive Director of Catholic Charities, the social service arm of the Catholic Diocese of Wilmington. Richelle is retiring in March 2021.

"One of Us" is a brief snapshot of people who support the church in the Diocese of Wilmington. We will regularly feature people who are recognizable within their parish communities. 

On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction, the Gospel for the First Sunday in Lent, and a cut from the CD, "More Than 50 Most Loves Hymns," we will talk to author, Martin Joseph. His latest book, Searching for Hope, is a fictional story, inspired by the human spirit, rooted in faith. It is an inspirational story about hope in the darkest times. Also, Father Rich Jasper will tell us about Anna Kolesarova, another Modern Day Witness. 

On this episode of Catholic Forum, after an intro., the Gospel for the 6th Sunday in Ordinary Time, and a song from Paul Tate's "Rejoice!" CD, we will talk to popular author and speaker, Gary Zimak. In this time of political division and pandemic panic, can we really "Give Up Worry for Lent"? We will find out! Also, Father Rich Jasper will tell us about another Modern Day Witness, and we will talk about a saint that we celebrate each February 14th. Can you guess who it is?

"One of Us" is a brief snapshot of people who support the church in the Diocese of Wilmington. We will regularly feature people who are recognizable within their parish communities.

On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction, the Gospel for the 5th Sunday in Ordinary Time, and a cut from Paul Tate's "Let All Creation Sing" CD, we will discuss the sin and crime of human trafficking with Ms. Molly Sheahan, Associate Director for Respect Life Advocacy for the Maryland Catholic Conference. What is human trafficking? How prevalent is it? Why is it a life issue? What is the International Day of Prayer and Awareness Against Human Trafficking (Feb. 8, 2021)? We will find out on today's Catholic Forum. Also, Father Rich Jasper will tell us about another Modern Day Witness. 

On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction, the Gospel for the 4th Sunday in Ordinary Time, and a musical selection from the CD "Then Sings My Soul: The Best of The Priests," Dr. Lou De Angelo, Superintendent of Schools for the Catholic Diocese of Wilmington, will give us an update as to how the Catholic schools in our area are dealing with the pandemic, and how Catholic Schools Week will be different this year. 

"One of Us" is a brief snapshot of people who support the church in the Diocese of Wilmington. We will regularly feature people who are recognizable within their parish communities.