Catholic Forum

On this episode of Catholic Forum FLASHBACK, we hear an interview with Deacon Hal Jopp, who at the time, was the Director of the Office of Deacons for the Diocese of Wilmington. Hal talks about the simple, but powerful, Jesus Prayer.

Catholic Forum FLASHBACK features interviews from the vast Catholic Forum archives that is available to podcast listeners for the very first time. 

On this episode of Catholic Forum, after an introduction, the Gospel for the 28th Sunday in Ordinary Time, and a song from David Haas' "Echo of Faith" CD, Bob Krebs interviews Mr. Daniel Sinnott, President and CEO of Saint Francis Healthcare. Several years ago, Delaware's only Catholic hospital was in jeopardy of closing. Now, it has turned around and is poised to continue to be Delaware's preferred health care provider for many years to come. Also today, Father Rich Jasper will tell us about another Modern Day Witness, Mother Luisita. 

On this episode of Catholic Forum FLASHBACK, we hear an interview with the NFL's Matt Burk. At the time of this interview, Matt was the starting center for the Baltimore Ravens. 

Catholic Forum FLASHBACK features interviews from the vast Catholic Forum archives that is available to podcast listeners for the very first time. 

On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction, the Holy Gospel for the 27th Sunday in Ordinary Time, a musical selection from the John Michael Talbot, "Table of Plenty" CD, we will chat with Father Chris Coffiey, Director of the Missions Office for the Diocese of Wilmington, and Associate Pastor of Saint Joseph on the Brandywine Parish in Greenville, Delaware. Pope Francis has declared October 2019 an an Extraordinary Missionary Month. What does that mean? What is the diocese doing to mark this special month? Father Coffiey will fill us in. Also, Father Rich Jasper will tell us about another Modern Day Witness, Nicola D'Onofrio. 

On this episode of Catholic Forum FLASHBACK, we meet Maria Cahill, Miss Delaware 2011. Maria talks about her Catholic faith ane her unusual road to being crowned Miss Delaware. FLASHBACK brings podcast listeners exclusive content from the vast Catholic Forum archive of interviews of interest to Catholic listeners.

On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction, the Gospel for the 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time, and a song from the CD, "More Than 50 Most Loved Hymns," former Philadelphia Eagle, Kevin Reiley, will discuss his NFL career, his battle with cancer that cost him his arm, his road to becoming a popular Catholic inspirational speaker and his book, "Tackling Life: How Faith, Family, Friends, and Fortitude Kept an NFL Linebacker in the Game." Also, Father Rich Jasper will tell us about Modern Day Witness, Mary Frances Clarke.

On this episode of Catholic Forum FLASHBACK, we hear an interview with Shroud of Turin and Passion of Christ expert and lecturer, Mr. Donald Nohs. FLASHBACK brings podcast listeners exclusive content from the vast Catholic Forum archive of interviews of interest to Catholic listeners. 

On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction, the Gospel for the 25th Sunday in Ordinary Time, and a musical selection from Marty Haugen's "Gift of God" CD, the Coordinator of the Diocese of Wilmington' Annual Marian Pilgrimage, Father Brian Lewis, will discuss the October 5th event at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, D.C. Why is it important to honor the Blessed Mother with a pilgrimage? What is so special about the Basilica? What will pilgrims experience? Father Lewis, Parish Administrator of St. Benedict/St. Elizabeth in Ridgley/Denton, Maryland, will have all the answers. Also, Father Rich Jasper will tell us about Adele Brise, today's Modern Day Witness. 

On this episode of Catholic Forum FLASHBACK, we hear an interview with Deacon John Giacci, a Permanent Deacon assigned to ministry at Saint Mary of the Assumption Church in Hockessin, Delaware. FLASHBACK brings podcast listeners exclusive content from the vast Catholic Forum archive of interviews of interest to Catholic listeners. 

On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction, the Gospel for the 24th Sunday in Ordinary Time, and a musical selection from "The John Michael Talbot Collection" CD, we are joined by the Diocese of Wilmington's Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Lou De Angelo and the Diocesan Director of Development, Ms. Deb Fols. It's back to school time and we will get an update as to the great schools in Delaware and Maryland's Eastern Shore. We will also learn how the Share in the Spirit collection is helping families afford their tuition.