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Diocese of Camden

Co-hosts Mike Walsh, Mary McCusker, Marianela Nunez and Kari Janisse interview Catholic leaders from in and around the Diocese of Camden about what brought them to where they are now and how they are bringing the faith to their communities.

"Saints Joachim and Anne were part of a long chain of people who had transmitted their faith and love for God, expressed in the warmth and love of family life, down to Mary..." - Pope Francis Though not mentioned in the Bible, Saints Joachim and Anne are revered as the parents of the Blessed Virgin Mary and grandparents of Jesus. On this month's episode of Talking Saints, Pete and Laurie share what tradition has passed down to us about this holy couple, who built a strong foundation of faith as quiet players in the story of salvation. Listen to Talking Saints with Laurie Power and Pete Sanchez on the Talking Catholic channel at Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, SoundCloud, Alexa or at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/show/talking-saints/. Follow us on…Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkingcatholicX: https://twitter.com/talkingcatholic

STEAL AN IDEA ALERT. Mike and Jen headed down the shore (adjacent) this week to chat with a group of young folks who have helped develop an event every parish should be using!!!The Dream On Youth Festival set for July 19 at Saint Katharine Drexel Church, Egg Harbor Township is a brilliant youth-focused event that even in its inaugural year is getting a ton of attention - all from the minds of young folks who have planned a fun evening of games, live music, inspirational witness talks, and more to grow the young Church. From securing benefactors and guest speakers to recruiting attendees from area Catholic churches, guests Sarah Wickham, Ashley Gonsalves and Caitlin Harding explain that this “for youth by youth festival” will be an amazing opportunity for young people to meet new friends, talk openly about the faith – and possibly pie some of their mentors, all in good fun! The Dream On Youth Festival is open to young people ages 13 up to college-age. Tickets cost from $10-$15; get yours now by calling Millet LoCosale at 609-798-1277.Listen to Talking Catholic everywhere podcasts can be found, at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/talking-catholic, or catch us on Domestic Church Media radio (https://domesticchurchmedia.org) Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM. Follow us on...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkingcatholicX: https://twitter.com/talkingcatholic

As you may have heard, Mike Walsh was recently at the Catholic Media Association’s annual conference. While there he took the opportunity to actually meet new people. His efforts were abundantly rewarded and he brought two members of that bounty on the podcast this week to showcase the incredible talent of the current crop of young Catholic professionals. Joining him this week are 29-year-old Montie Chavez, Director of Communications for the Archdiocese of Las Vegas, and 25-year-old Moira Greaney, digital content manager for the Catholic Mobilizing NetworkThe duo discuss their unique paths to the world of professional Catholic communicators and their roles in supporting the work of the Catholic faith. To learn more about the recently elevated Archdiocese of Las Vegas, go to: https://lvcatholic.orgTo learn more about the Catholic Mobilizing Network and its mission of criminal legal reform, specifically the work of ending the death penalty, go to: https://catholicsmobilizing.org. Listen to Talking Catholic everywhere podcasts can be found, at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/talking-catholic, or catch us on Domestic Church Media radio (https://domesticchurchmedia.org) Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM. Follow us on...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkingcatholicX: https://twitter.com/talkingcatholic

It’s summertime, which can only mean it’s time for a Kari Janisse classic episode, on the road and eating! This time she and Mike Walsh visit with local Catholic entrepreneur Anthony Bongiovanni, owner of Lena’s Water Ice & Custard in Lindenwold, NJ. They discuss his path into the food service world and his dedication to high-quality treats. This episode is also a bit of a crossover with special guest Fr. Peter Gallagher, host of the Scoops & Saints instagram account dedicated to checking out local ice cream joints while discussing a special saint. You’ll be able to view Fr. Gallagher’s special Lena’s episode soon at https://www.instagram.com/scoopsnsaints!Lena’s Water Ice & Custard is open 7 days a week at 615 Laurel Rd., Lindenwold, NJ. Listen to Talking Catholic everywhere podcasts can be found, at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/talking-catholic, or catch us on Domestic Church Media radio (https://domesticchurchmedia.org) Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM. Follow us on...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkingcatholicX: https://twitter.com/talkingcatholic

Summer is officially here, and that can only mean one thing: It’s time for a “Talking Catholic” hostful episode! With co-host Mike Walsh away at the Catholic Media Association Conference in Atlanta, the “TC” crew busted into the vault and got into the recording equipment. Join hosts Kari Janisse, Mike Bress, Marianela Nunez, Jen Mauro and Peter G. Sánchez of “Talking Saints” fame as they discuss not only what’s popping in the Diocese this summer, but what books they’re taking to the beach, concerts planned and best family boardgames! So turn up DJ Jazzy Jeff, enjoy some “Summertime” and then tune into this week’s “Talking Catholic” podcast!Listen to Talking Catholic everywhere podcasts can be found, at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/talking-catholic, or catch us on Domestic Church Media radio (https://domesticchurchmedia.org) Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM. Follow us on...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkingcatholicX: https://twitter.com/talkingcatholic

We welcome back Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception Rector Fr. Adam Cichoski this week to chat about his role this year as padrino - a great honor from Camden’s Puerto Rican community - of the Parada San Juan Bautista in Camden, NJ, what life has been like as rector of the bishop’s church for the past two years, and his devotion to World War II and Korean War Army Chaplain Fr. Emil Kapaun, who was declared a Servant of God by Pope John Paul II in 1993. To learn more about Camden’s upcoming Parada San Juan Bautista, go to http://sjbp.org.To learn more about Servant of God, Fr. Kapaun, go to https://frkapaun.org. Listen to Talking Catholic everywhere podcasts can be found, at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/talking-catholic, or catch us on Domestic Church Media radio (https://domesticchurchmedia.org) Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM. Follow us on...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkingcatholicX: https://twitter.com/talkingcatholic

Human beings are built for stories – and have been since the time of the greatest of all faith storytellers: Jesus. He told stories that were able to draw in diverse crowds with different points of view. In a similar way, every person’s story – every witness – is the most important thing one can share with another person. Join hosts Mike Walsh and Jen Mauro on this week’s episode of “Talking Catholic,” as Dr. Lee DelleMonache, diocesan director of religious education, and fan-favorite Donna Ottaviano-Britt, director of the Office of Discipleship and Leadership, discuss how every person has a “Why I Stay” story – and how sharing those tales can draw others into the Catholic Church. Plus, as a seasoned journalist, Jen offers up some advice on how to organize, write and tell those stories. Bust out your pens and paper!Listen to Talking Catholic everywhere podcasts can be found, at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/talking-catholic, or catch us on Domestic Church Media radio (https://domesticchurchmedia.org) Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM. Follow us on...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkingcatholicX: https://twitter.com/talkingcatholic

“O Lord, you have been our refuge in all generations.”Bishop, evangelist, and saint, Boniface, the “Apostle of Germany,” is the subject of the latest Talking Saints on his feast day, June 5.Hosts Laurie and Pete unravel the life of this 8thcentury Benedictine monk, who reformed the Church and converted thousands across Europe, and could have quite possibly started the tradition of the Christmas tree. Saint Boniface, patron of brewers and tailors, pray for us!Listen to Talking Saints with Laurie Power and Pete Sanchez on the Talking Catholic channel at Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, SoundCloud, Alexa or at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/show/talking-saints/. Follow us on…Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkingcatholicX: https://twitter.com/talkingcatholic

The intersection of science in faith is often thought to be contentious, however, for Catholic scientists it’s actually considered a fertile ground for discussion and support. Joining us this week is the president of the Society of Catholic Scientists, Stephen Barr, Ph.D. The professor emeritus of physics at the University of Delaware is a founding member of the society that now boasts more than 2,000 members.Dr. Barr discusses with our hosts Jen Mauro and Mike Walsh why the society was formed, its benefits for members in academia, and its relevance to the greater Catholic world – their website is a treasure trove of information, such as an exhaustive list of famous Catholic scientists past and present, articles on Catholic/scientific issues, and an FAQ that includes well-researched answers to questions like – “Doesn’t evolution show that a creator isn’t needed?” and “Would the existence of intelligent extraterrestrials be consistent with Catholic belief?”The Society of Catholic Scientists is having its annual conference June 7-9 at Saint Mary of the Lake Seminary, Mundelein, IL. To learn more about the society, its upcoming Gold Masses, university chapters, and membership for those in scientific or academic work, checkout their excellent website at https://catholicscientists.org.Listen to Talking Catholic everywhere podcasts can be found, at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/talking-catholic, or catch us on Domestic Church Media radio (https://domesticchurchmedia.org) Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM. Follow us on...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkingcatholicX: https://twitter.com/talkingcatholic

It’s been a festive May for the Catholic faithful of South Jersey. In addition to ordaining two transitional deacons and a new priest, the Diocese of Camden has been blessed with its first coadjutor bishop! On May 21, Pope Francis appointed Bishop Joseph Williams as coadjutor bishop of the diocese who will succeed Bishop Dennis Sullivan when he retires on his 80th birthday, March 17, 2025. But what is a coadjutor bishop and why is he here? To help answer those questions and others, we brought in diocesan chancellor Fr. Jason Rocks to foster our canon law education. To learn more about Bishop Williams, check out his bio at https://www.camdendiocese.org/bishop-joseph-andrew-williams and read more about his announcement at https://catholicstarherald.org/what-a-blessing-bishop-williams-says-as-he-arrives-in-camden-diocese.Listen to Talking Catholic everywhere podcasts can be found, at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/talking-catholic, or catch us on Domestic Church Media radio (https://domesticchurchmedia.org) Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM. Follow us on...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicX: https://twitter.com/talkingcatholic

Co-hosts Marianela Nunez and Mike Bress took the podcast on the road this week to the Port-O-Call Hotel in Ocean City to talk with Catholics School principals at their annual end-of-the-year retreat, which included an extra special surprise guest… the world famous Phillie Phanatic! Patti Paulsen, Holy Angels Catholic School, Woodbury; Elizabeth Mariani, Sacred Heart School, Camden; and Tom Iacovone, Gloucester Catholic High School, Gloucester City; hopped on the podcast to share their takeaways from speakers, Tom “Friend of the Phanatic” Burgoyne and Evan Marcus, who discussed their book “Pheel the Love!” The group also discussed great highlights from the 2023-24 school year, summer plans, and their outlook on the 2024-25 school year. To learn more about South Jersey Catholic Schools, visit www.southjerseycatholicschools.org.Listen to Talking Catholic everywhere podcasts can be found, at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/talking-catholic, or catch us on Domestic Church Media radio (https://domesticchurchmedia.org) Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM. Follow us on...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicX: https://twitter.com/talkingcatholic

Jubilee 2025 is fast approaching (it will open on Christmas Eve 2024). The jubilee is a great religious event that takes place every 25 years and features the opening of Holy Doors, pilgrimages, a focus on reconciliation, and a commitment to serve God with joy. In preparation for the jubilee year, Pope Francis marked 2024 as a Year of Prayer and published a pastoral resource called “Teach us to Pray.”To highlight the Year of Prayer and this great resource, our Joyful Disciples host Donna Ottaviano-Britt and her new co-host Father Carlo Santa Teresa are dedicating Season 8 of their video series to the power of prayer - how to do it, when, and why - taking their cues from the “Teach us to Pray” guide. They join us to discuss the video series, how it came to be, and what they hope to accomplish when it kicks off on May 20. You can watch the video series at https://www.youtube.com/TalkingCatholic.And learn more about Jubilee 2025 and the Year of Prayer at https://www.iubilaeum2025.va/en.html Listen to Talking Catholic everywhere podcasts can be found, at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/talking-catholic, or catch us on Domestic Church Media radio (https://domesticchurchmedia.org) Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM. Follow us on...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicX: https://twitter.com/talkingcatholic

The spring sports season is in full swing for elementary and high schools across the Diocese of Camden, which means it is time to check in with Catholic Star Herald sports reporter Mark Zimmaro. Co-hosts Jen Mauro and Mike Bress join forces once again to talk with Mark about team outlooks across various spring sports including baseball, softball, track and field, and boys and girls lacrosse. They also discuss Mark’s ability to balance family – with two children now! – while covering area high school sports, and so much more. Mark also talks about how he tracks down coaches and athletes before and after games and how discovers the story beyond the stats.Read all of Mark’s Catholic Star Herald sports reports at: https://catholicstarherald.org/category/c97-sports-news/ Listen to Talking Catholic everywhere podcasts can be found, at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/talking-catholic, or catch us on Domestic Church Media radio (https://domesticchurchmedia.org) Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM. Follow us on...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicX: https://twitter.com/talkingcatholic

It’s a “two-for-one” special on today’s Talking Saints, as Laurie and Pete explore the lives and examples of Saints Philip and James, apostles and martyrs of Jesus. Learn why they share a feast on May 3; how Philip’s curiosity led to a crucial Church teaching; and why James is known as “the Less.” Saints Philip and James, pray for us!Listen to Talking Saints with Laurie Power and Pete Sanchez on the Talking Catholic channel at Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, SoundCloud, Alexa or at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/show/talking-saints/. Follow us on…Facebook: www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicX: twitter.com/talkingcatholic

It’s another laughter-filled episode of Talking Catholic, as co-hosts Jen Mauro and Mike Walsh welcome a new guest to the show: Deacon Dean Johnson, who serves in Church of the Holy Family, Sewell. First, Deacon Dean shares what he learned during his time in the diaconate program – both educationally and spiritually. “The more I got to know about the Church, the more I fell in love with her,” he says. He goes on to share how the diaconate is a way of life – one full of joy, patience, listening and understanding – whether he’s at the altar, teaching in a classroom or jamming on his guitar. And of course, in-between the vocation talk, Mike and Jen throw some curveballs. Mike asks for some fashion advice, while Jen asks Deacon Dean to read aloud from his recent column in the Catholic Star Herald: https://catholicstarherald.org/a-call-to-diaconate-can-be-a-whisper-or-shout/ If you or someone you know is considering the diaconate, learn more at https://camdendeacon.org/ Listen to Talking Catholic everywhere podcasts can be found, at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/talking-catholic, or catch us on Domestic Church Media radio (https://domesticchurchmedia.org) Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM. Follow us on...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicX: https://twitter.com/talkingcatholic

Naming Saint George the Patron of England, King Edward III referred to him as “the most invincible athlete of Christ.”This 4th century soldier and martyr, indeed, was strong and untiring in his witness, inspiring others to put their faith in the one true God.In the latest Talking Saints, Laurie and Pete remember this his feast day, and share the life of this “dragonslayer” who continues to give courage to all fighting the spiritual battle. Saint George, patron saint of soldiers, archers, and fencers, pray for us!Listen to Talking Saints with Laurie Power and Pete Sanchez on the Talking Catholic channel at Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, SoundCloud, Alexa or at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/show/talking-saints/. Follow us on…Facebook: www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicX: twitter.com/talkingcatholic

Technology plays a huge role in our everyday lives, including how we choose, and enroll into, Catholic schools. Co-hosts Marianela Nunez and Michael Bress brought in colleagues Robin Parrish and Jeff Stoddard from the education technology company FACTS (https://factsmgt.com) to discuss the impact that technology has had on schools and for inquiring parents. Filled with excellent tips, tricks and best practices, the group talked about the latest trends in enrollment, how to construct the best websites for new families, and how to educate your families (new or long-time) on topics like re-enrollment and tuition assistance. The group shared the best ways for families to prepare for the enrollment process, including how to gather all of the necessary documents for a success application. To learn more about enrolling in a South Jersey Catholic schools, visit southjerseycatholicschools.org.Listen to Talking Catholic everywhere podcasts can be found, at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/talking-catholic, or catch us on Domestic Church Media radio (https://domesticchurchmedia.org) Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM. Follow us on...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicX: https://twitter.com/talkingcatholic

“How do we be Church together?” Such is among the topics “Talking Catholic” tackles in this week’s episode with guests Michael Canaris and Maureen H. O’Connell. Discussing all things synodal, Canaris – longtime columnist for the Catholic Star Herald and associate professor of theology at Loyola University Chicago’s Institute of Pastoral Studies – and O’Connell, author and professor of Christian Ethics in the Department of Religion and Theology at La Salle University in Philadelphia, talk about how young people are playing a critical role in the Synod on Synodality process. Learn more about CENTERS – Catholic Education Network to Experience Roman Synodality – and how nationwide, universities are collaborating to engage students in the synod and how they will be traveling to Rome in October to be part of the process. Listen to Talking Catholic everywhere podcasts can be found, at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/talking-catholic, or catch us on Domestic Church Media radio (https://domesticchurchmedia.org) Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM. Follow us on...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicX: https://twitter.com/talkingcatholic

This week, Kari and Mike have a great Holy Week wrap-up conversation, speak with one of the newest members of the Catholic Church, and review the excellent new movie “Cabrini” with guest reviewers Fr. John Rossi, pastor of Saint Bridget University Parish, Candice Rauchfuss and Sam Brown. Our guests really get into the nuts and bolts of the new movie about Mother Cabrini and how they came away very pleased with its nuance. Cabrini is now playing in select theaters across the country. Listen to Talking Catholic everywhere podcasts can be found, at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/talking-catholic, or catch us on Domestic Church Media radio (https://domesticchurchmedia.org) Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM. Follow us on...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicX: https://twitter.com/talkingcatholic

We’ve come to Holy Week, the most unique and opportunity-laden time period on the Catholic calendar. Jen and Mike sat down with Fr. Stephen Robbins, Parochial Vicar of the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception Parish in Camden to discuss many of the nuances of the Holy Week Masses and services. It’s a really great conversation with Fr. Robbins dropping golden nuggets of information and wisdom throughout the episode! Listen to Talking Catholic everywhere podcasts can be found, at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/talking-catholic, or catch us on Domestic Church Media radio Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM domesticchurchmedia.org. Follow us on...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicX: https://twitter.com/talkingcatholic

It’s been a while since we’ve chatted with our college friends. So, with the spring semester halfway finished, we welcome back prodigal host and Rowan University Catholic Campus Ministry director Kari Janisse (https://www.stbridgetup.org/rowan-catholic-campus-ministry) and her Stockton University Newman Club counterpart Brittany Shields (https://www.stocktonccm.com). To give us what a day in the life of a college student looks like and how Catholic campus ministries can be a refuge for students of all walks, our beloved ministers brought on a few of their learned students… - Andrew Simoes - Stockton Newman Club president- Gabriele Depaor - Stockton Newman Club vice president- Max Medica - Rowan Catholic Campus Ministry vice president & men’s ministry coordinator - Katarina Henry - Rowan Catholic Campus Ministry pro life & women’s ministry coordinator If you know of a student who will be attending college in the fall, high school seniors are invited to attend Newman Center open houses…April 3rd, 6-8:30 PM, Rowan Catholic, 1 Redmond Ave., Glassboro, NJApril 14th, 6-8 PM, Stockton Newman Club, 235 Pomona Road, Galloway, NJ Listen to Talking Catholic everywhere podcasts can be found, at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/show/talking-catholic, or catch us on Domestic Church Media radio Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM domesticchurchmedia.org. Follow us on...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicTwitter: https://twitter.com/talkingcatholic

Catholic School principals are involved in every aspect of running their school. Recently, we had the opportunity to sit down with three of the newer elementary school principals in the Diocese of Camden – Sr. Santa Theresa, St. Teresa Regional School, Runnemede; Elizabeth Mariani, Sacred Heart School, Camden; and Ramona Bregatta, Our Lady Star of the Sea Regional School, Atlantic City. The trio talked about the journey to their current role, the uniqueness of the job, and the highs and lows since taking the reins. Sr. Santa and Elizabeth also shared a special moment as they discussed their initial relationship as teacher and student to now, colleagues. Listen to Talking Catholic everywhere podcasts can be found, at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/show/talking-catholic, or catch us on Domestic Church Media radio Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM domesticchurchmedia.org. Follow us on...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicTwitter: https://twitter.com/talkingcatholic

“Do good for yourself, by doing good for others.” The action-packed, self-sacrificial life of Saint John of God is chronicled in the latest Talking Saints. The story of March’s saint has it all- drama, chivalry, high adventure, and the ultimate conversion. Listen to Laurie and Pete’s conversation on this inspiring servant of the poor, sick, and abandoned now!Listen to Talking Saints with Laurie Power and Pete Sanchez on the Talking Catholic channel at Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, SoundCloud, Alexa or at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/show/talking-saints/. Follow us on…Facebook: www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicTwitter: twitter.com/talkingcatholic

This week we welcome on to the show Mark Berchem, founder of NET Ministries and well-known Catholic speaker, to chat about the upcoming Step Up Day for Men and Dads event he is co-presenting with Manuel Huerta. Also joining us are our colleagues from the Diocese of Camden’s pastoral wing, Andrés Arango and Dr. Michael Sims. Our guests showcase what attendees to the free event on March 16th in Vineland will witness and why it’s imperative men make time to focus on their family life. For more information on the Step Up event, check out https://camdendiocese.org/event/step-up-day-for-men-and-dads Listen to Talking Catholic everywhere podcasts can be found, at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/show/talking-catholic, or catch us on Domestic Church Media radio Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM domesticchurchmedia.org. Follow us on...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicTwitter: https://twitter.com/talkingcatholic

For the past four years, a seasonal homeless shelter has operated in Atlantic City that is like no other in the history of the resort town. The Saint Joseph Winter Shelter at Quaremba Hall on the campus of Saint Michael Church (the Parish of Saint Monica) in the city’s Ducktown area has been the newest outlet for the charisms of the Franciscan Sisters of the Renewal. Joining us on the show today to discuss the shelter, the amazing work of the volunteers who support it, and the nature of the religious community that infuse the shelter with its unique properties are returning guests Sister Ann Kateri, C.F.R., and Sister Joseph, C.F.R. To see more about the shelter, check out their behind-the-scenes video at youtube.com/watch?v=VAas5RDBWuM. Listen to Talking Catholic everywhere podcasts can be found, at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/show/talking-catholic, or catch us on Domestic Church Media radio Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM domesticchurchmedia.org. Follow us on...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicTwitter: https://twitter.com/talkingcatholic

It’s Catholic Press Month so we decided to bring in a few heavy hitters, Gretchen Crowe, Editor in Chief of OSV News and Jennifer Brinker, Reporter for the St. Louis Review. These two are media veterans with decades of experience who also sit on the board of directors for the Catholic Media Association, where Gretchen currently serves as president. The duo chat with hosts Jen Mauro and Mike Walsh about their vocation journeys, their desire to find and cultivate the next generation of Catholic journalists, and what the future of Catholic journalism looks like. We also discuss the Catholic Media Conference and its benefit to the many hard working professionals in this unique industry. To learn more about the conference, being held June 17-21 in Atlanta, check out, https://www.catholicmediaconference.org. Registration opens on March 1. Listen to Talking Catholic everywhere podcasts can be found, at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/show/talking-catholic, or catch us on Domestic Church Media radio Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM domesticchurchmedia.org. Follow us on...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicTwitter: https://twitter.com/talkingcatholic

This week, Jen Mauro and the Diocese of Camden’s Vocations Advisory Board had the pleasure of touring Saint Joseph’s Seminary in Yonkers, NY, also know as Dunwoodie, to learn more about how the school has introduced the propaedeutic stage to their seminarian program. Including a walk through of the great facility, the VOAB group were able to sit down with seminarians currently in this new intense beginning stage of seminary that was only recently rolled out in the United States after the announcement of formation changes by the Vatican a few years ago. Joining us on the show this week to talk about the stage in depth is Fr. Adam Cichoski, Director of Vocations for the Diocese of Camden. If you or someone you know is interested in the priesthood, go to: https://camdenpriest.org. Listen to Talking Catholic everywhere podcasts can be found, at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/show/talking-catholic, or catch us on Domestic Church Media radio Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM domesticchurchmedia.org. Follow us on...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicTwitter: https://twitter.com/talkingcatholic

Your hosts Jen Mauro and Mike Walsh had a busy week, so busy they couldn’t land a guest. However, they didn’t want you to miss out on all the happenings so they decided to do a recap show that included some information on Catholic Press Month, how Catholic Schools Week went, the upcoming Valentine’s Day/Ash Wednesday convergence, the proper way to build a PB&J sandwich, the mystery of saintly relics, and how our humble Catholic Star Herald newspaper has been providing global Catholic news to a small convent in Ireland. We also tagged this episode with a repeat of the latest Talking Saints podcast, because let’s face it, Laurie and Pete make everything better :) Listen to Talking Catholic everywhere podcasts can be found, at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/show/talking-catholic, or catch us on Domestic Church Media radio Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM domesticchurchmedia.org. Follow us on...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicTwitter: https://twitter.com/talkingcatholic

This week we welcome back Michael Sims, Th.D, for a chat about his upcoming pre-Lenten reflection series titled “Why we do what we do as Catholics” to be held at Saint Maximilian Kolbe Parish in Marmora on February 1 & 8. This series is one of several events Dr. Sims is helping coordinate throughout South Jersey over the next several months. Side note: we also do a deep dive on the benefit of journaling. To learn more about Dr. Sims’ upcoming reflection series, go to: https://www.saintmaxkolbe.com/life-justice-ministry. Listen to Talking Catholic everywhere podcasts can be found, at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/show/talking-catholic, or catch us on Domestic Church Media radio Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM domesticchurchmedia.org. Follow us on...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicTwitter: https://twitter.com/talkingcatholic

"Have faith and keep up your courage." As Talking Saints kicks off a new year, Laurie and Pete unpack the life of Saint Angela Merici, a 16th century virgin and foundress. This devout young woman, called by God to establish the Company of St. Ursula, devoted her life to the education of young women and the care of the poor. On her feast day, may we follow her example in caring for those God has placed in our lives. Saint Angela Merici, pray for us!Listen to Talking Saints with Laurie Power and Pete Sanchez on the Talking Catholic channel at Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, SoundCloud, Alexa or at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/show/talking-saints/. Follow us on…Facebook: www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicTwitter: twitter.com/talkingcatholic

The Diocese of Camden’s Office of Catholic Education recently welcomed its newest staff member, Sarah Kerins, Ph.D., Assistant Superintendent for School Services. On this week’s episode, host Marianela Nunez and co-host Michael Bress talk with Sarah about her journey through Catholic education as a teacher, principal, and most recently, Director of Enrollment and Marketing for the Diocese of Allentown as well as her own Catholic faith journey. The group also discusses Sarah’s decision to join the Diocese of Camden, her hopes for the new role, and her thoughts on school safety, working with parents, and government programs. The conversation concludes by previewing Celebrate Catholic Schools Week, January 28 through February 4. Visit southjerseycatholicschool.org to learn more about Catholic schools in Diocese of Camden and follow South Jersey Catholic Schools on Facebook and Instagram to find out the exciting things happening during Celebrate Catholic Schools Week. Listen to Talking Catholic everywhere podcasts can be found, at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/show/talking-catholic, or catch us on Domestic Church Media radio Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM domesticchurchmedia.org.https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/talking-catholic Follow us on...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicTwitter: https://twitter.com/talkingcatholic

We bring in two favorites this week to talk about the next phase of the Synod and clarify some of Mike’s comments from last episode regarding what happens when a new bishop is named to a diocese. Fr. Jason Rocks and Donna Ottaviano-Britt bring their wealth of knowledge to educate Jen and Mike on these unique elements of Catholicism. Listen to Talking Catholic everywhere podcasts can be found, at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/show/talking-catholic, or catch us on Domestic Church Media radio Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM domesticchurchmedia.org.https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/talking-catholic Follow us on...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicTwitter: https://twitter.com/talkingcatholic

We start off the New Year with a great chat with three South Jersey Catholic authors - historical novelist Laura Quinn, poet Nicole Rollender, and spiritual resource writer Domenic Scarcella. Each of them have recent publications that either draw on or are focused on the Catholic faith. It’s a great conversation regarding the writing process and what draws them to the art form of the written word. Learn more about our quests and their works go to www.lauraquinnwrites.com, www.nicolemrollender.com, and Dom Scarcella at goodneighborbadcitizen.substack.com. You can find all their works on Amazon and wherever publications are sold. Listen to Talking Catholic everywhere podcasts can be found, at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/show/talking-catholic, or catch us on Domestic Church Media radio Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM domesticchurchmedia.org.https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/talking-catholic Follow us on...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicTwitter: https://twitter.com/talkingcatholic

The role of the Director of Catholic Identity is a very special one at the high schools in the Diocese of Camden. The priests that hold these positions are not only spiritual directors for the student body, but are often seen as advisor, counselors or someone to talk to when a student is having a rough day. On this episode of Talking Catholic, host Marianela Nunez and co-host Michael Bress speak with two Directors of Catholic Identity, Fr. Stephen Robbins from Camden Catholic High School and Fr. Peter Gallagher from Gloucester Catholic High School about the roles they play at the respective schools, the challenges they face and even some of the more interesting questions they get on a daily basis. Throughout this enlightening conversation, the hosts also learn more about each guest’s vocation story, how they were appointed to their role and what they define as success as a Director of Catholic Identity. Listen to Talking Catholic everywhere podcasts can be found, at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/show/talking-catholic, or catch us on Domestic Church Media radio Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM domesticchurchmedia.org.https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/talking-catholic Follow us on...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicTwitter: https://twitter.com/talkingcatholic

“I am ready to die for my Lord, that in my blood the Church may obtain liberty and peace.” Saint Thomas Becket, 12th century Chancellor of England and Archbishop of Canterbury, held much power in life, but after his martyrdom in his own Cathedral, he ascended to even greater glory. In this month’s Talking Saints, hosts Laurie and Pete trade stories of his life and friendship, and later conflict, with King Henry II, and his staunch faith that challenges us to ask ourselves: who will we serve, God, or the things of this Earth? Saint Thomas Becket, pray for us!Listen to Talking Saints with Laurie Power and Pete Sanchez on the Talking Catholic channel at Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, SoundCloud, Alexa or at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/show/talking-saints/. Follow us on…Facebook: www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicTwitter: twitter.com/talkingcatholic

For our last podcast of 2023, we welcome in beloved and award-winning Talking Saints podcast co-host Laurie Power to discuss Advent and her newest vocation, consecrated virgin. She has now entered into a new status within the church by becoming consecrated into one of the oldest orders of the Catholic faith, which took place on November 21 at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception where Bishop Dennis Sullivan celebrated the Rite of Consecration to a Life of Virginity for a Woman Living in the World. Laurie chats with Jen Mauro and Mike Walsh abut her discernment path, how this vocation differs from that of a woman religious, and what it is expected of her.You can read more about her journey in the Catholic Star Herald: https://catholicstarherald.org/atco-parishioner-undertakes-new-life-as-consecrated-virgin. To learn more about the Order of Consecrated Virgins, go to: https://consecratedvirgins.org. Listen to Talking Catholic everywhere podcasts can be found, at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/show/talking-catholic, or catch us on Domestic Church Media radio Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM domesticchurchmedia.org.https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/talking-catholic Follow us on...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicTwitter: https://twitter.com/talkingcatholic

The ability to collaborate with colleagues in the same field is important, especially in Catholic school enrollment. Sharing ideas, plans, and social media campaigns, provides everyone the opportunity to see what can work best for different audiences. This week, hosts Marianela Nunez and Michael Bress spoke with colleague and fellow school enrollment professional, Kristin Moore, Director of Marketing and Enrollment for the Office of Catholic Schools for the Archdiocese of Seattle. The group discusses Kristin’s career path, starting with her career as a Catholic school teacher, then to her role as a school-level advancement director and how she ended up working with over 70 schools at the Diocesan level. Moore talks about her philosophy on working with principals, teachers, advancement directors and, of course, parents. The group rounds out the conversations highlighting Moore’s work on creating materials for not only the schools in the Archdiocese of Seattle, but also other Dioceses around the country and why it is important for Catholic education to have a consistent, strong brand message everywhere. To learn more about Kirstin’s work, you can visit https://mycatholicschool.org/Listen to Talking Catholic everywhere podcasts can be found, at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/show/talking-catholic, or catch us on Domestic Church Media radio Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM domesticchurchmedia.org.https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/talking-catholicFollow us on...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicTwitter: https://twitter.com/talkingcatholic

Kari and Mike start off today’s episode with a little Advent chat and then speak with a contingent of young Catholics who recently returned from NCYC 2023, the National Catholic Youth Congress in Indianapolis. This year’s four-day conference hosted 13,000 young people from across the country and featured breakout sessions, keynote speakers, Masses, time for confession, and camaraderie with their fellow young people. Joining us around the table are Millet LoCasale, Director of Youth and Young Adult Ministry at Saint Katherine Drexel Parish in Egg Harbor Township and two young pilgrims, Sara LoCasale and Aerick Mallari; and Catalina Morales, Coordinator of Youth and Young Adult Ministry at Our Lady of Peace Parish in Williamstown and two of her young pilgrims Emily Hamilton and Luke Johnson. Our guests filled us in on what it was like to participate this year and what they took away from such a unique Catholic event.To learn more about NCYC and what they have planned for 2024, go to: https://ncyc.us/about. Listen to Talking Catholic everywhere podcasts can be found, at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/show/talking-catholic, or catch us on Domestic Church Media radio Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM domesticchurchmedia.org.https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/talking-catholicFollow us on...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicTwitter: https://twitter.com/talkingcatholic

On this last day of November, the Catholic Church celebrates the feast of Saint Andrew- apostle, fisherman, and brother of Simon Peter. Hear Laurie Power and Pete Sanches discuss the life of this follower of Jesus, and learn how to pray the Saint Andrew Christmas Novena. It is thought that whoever recites the following prayer 15 times a day, from Nov. 30 - Dec. 25, will obtain their favor requested:  Hail and blessed be the hour and moment in which the Son of God was born Of the most pure Virgin Mary, at midnight, in Bethlehem, in the piercing cold. In that hour vouchsafe, I beseech Thee, O my God, to hear my prayer and grant my desires through the merits of Our Savior Jesus Christ, and of His blessed Mother. Amen.Saint Andrew, pray for us! Listen to Talking Saints with Laurie Power and Pete Sanchez on the Talking Catholic channel at Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, SoundCloud, Alexa or at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/show/talking-saints/. Follow us on…Facebook: www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicTwitter: twitter.com/talkingcatholic

As we begin to wind down 2023, it’s not too late to consider how you can support the Catholic entities that support all of us throughout the year - schools, parishes, and ministries. On today’s show, we welcome Diocese of Camden’s professional fundraisers, Stacy Napolitano, Associate Director of Major Gifts and Stewardship, and Andrew Goos, Associate Director Development. The two give us a lot of insight on why and how we can give as Catholics. One fund raising opportunity that begins on Giving Tuesday, November 28th, is #iGiveCatholic, a convenient portal to make your Giving Tuesday donation available to your favorite school, parish or ministry. To learn who you can give to in the Diocese of Camden, go to https://camden.igivecatholic.org. There’s also still time to make a gift to the Diocese of Camden’s annual campaign, the South Jersey Catholic Ministries Appeal, learn more here: https://camdendiocese.org/sjcma. Listen to Talking Catholic everywhere podcasts can be found, at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/show/talking-catholic, or catch us on Domestic Church Media radio Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM domesticchurchmedia.org.Follow us on...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicTwitter: https://twitter.com/talkingcatholic

“We need to be there for them.”Such were the sentiments of Steven Martin, a Vietnam War veteran, as he discussed the importance of welcoming fellow servicemen and women into the Catholic War Veterans Post 1578, based in Bridgeton.Martin and Father Matthew Weber, chaplain of the Catholic War Veterans Post, Deacon Charles Dillin, Sam Pace and Albert Siedlecki talk about the Post, their military service, the power of camaraderie, and how they support their fellow veterans, especially in the area of mental health issues that many veterans face.“One thing that is beautiful about our post is that we have veterans that are from as far back as World War II up until the 2020s,” said Father Weber, who is pastor of Bridgeton’s Holy Cross Parish.To learn more about Catholic War Veterans & Auxiliary, go to https://www.cwv.org.Listen to Talking Catholic everywhere podcasts can be found, at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/show/talking-catholic, or catch us on Domestic Church Media radio Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM domesticchurchmedia.org.Follow us on...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicTwitter: https://twitter.com/talkingcatholic

This week we're joined by two great members of VITALity Catholic Healthcare Services, Christine Willard, Director of Senior Ministry, and Nicole Keefer, Director of Parish Nursing and a wellness nurse in the Diocese of Camden. These two tornados of energy chat with us about the importance of their ministries to people in need, which can be of any age, but with a special concern for seniors. It’s a great conversation that should serve as a reminder to check in on your senior neighbors and family members from time to time. To learn more about these and other VITALity Catholic Healthcare Services available in South Jersey, go to https://VITALity.camdendiocese.org. And if you are in need of their Resource and Referral Help Line, call 1-888-26-VITALity, 1-888-268-4825.Listen to Talking Catholic everywhere podcasts can be found, at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/show/talking-catholic, or catch us on Domestic Church Media radio Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM domesticchurchmedia.org.Follow us on...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicTwitter: https://twitter.com/talkingcatholic

November 5-11 is National Vocation Awareness Week and to chat about it, Mike sat down with two of his favorite young priests and vocation directors, Fr. Adam Cichoski and Fr. Joshua Nevitt from the Diocese of Camden. The duo tag team the vocations process in South Jersey, with Fr. Josh as the defacto promoter/recruiter and Fr. Adam as the seminarian discernment steward. We discuss their work AND the new seminarian process that was just rolled out this year that is being used in all dioceses. To learn more about the path to becoming a diocesan priest, go to https://camdenpriest.org. Listen to Talking Catholic everywhere podcasts can be found, at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/show/talking-catholic, or catch us on Domestic Church Media radio Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM domesticchurchmedia.org.Follow us on...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicTwitter: https://twitter.com/talkingcatholic

In the Catholic Church, All Saints’ Day and All Souls’ Day begin the month of November, with the following weeks dedicated to praying for and remembering those who have passed away.Father Jason Rocks, chancellor for the Diocese of Camden, joins hosts Mike Walsh and Jen Mauro this week to discuss how to let the Church’s saints be true companions in our daily lives and how purgatory is an opportunity for a cleansing of souls in preparation for unification with God. In addition, Father Rocks talks about Catholic burial rites, and why practices such as human composting, the scattering of ashes, and compressing remains into jewelry or other mementos disrespects the body and soul.Listen to Talking Catholic everywhere podcasts can be found, at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/show/talking-catholic, or catch us on Domestic Church Media radio Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM domesticchurchmedia.org.Follow us on...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicTwitter: https://twitter.com/talkingcatholic

Early childhood education, especially at the preschool level, has become increasingly important for families. To that point, the preschool programs across South Jersey Catholic Schools has seen an increase in enrollment. But, how do you pick the right program for your child? On the show this week, hosts Marianela Nunez and Mike Bress were joined by Teresa Casanas, Dual-language Pre-K Leader/Teacher at the Dual Language Pre-K program at St. Anthony’s, and Fern Love, Director at Rosebud Academy, Barrington, to discuss their unique preschool programs. The deep and enlightening conversation covered each guest’s journey to Catholic education and their respective locations, the value of including faith and religion for the “little guys”, and the overall importance of early childhood education. The group also talks about what separates each school from other preschool programs, including the dual-language program at St. Anthony’s and the transitional kindergarten program at Rosebud Academy. If you are interested in learning more about the South Jersey Catholic Schools pre-school programs, including the two mention on this episode, visit https://southjerseycatholicschools.org/Listen to Talking Catholic everywhere podcasts can be found, at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/show/talking-catholic, or catch us on Domestic Church Media radio Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM domesticchurchmedia.org.Follow us on...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicTwitter: https://twitter.com/talkingcatholic

On today’s episode Kari and Mike welcome to the show renowned speaker and author Jason Evert. He was in South Jersey for a few days giving talks on Chastity to high schoolers and Dating 101 to college students. The trio have a great chat about his ministry, where he got his start, his philosophy on successfully engaging with young people, and how he remains so prolific. To learn more about Jason and his ministry, go to https://chastity.com. His latest book, “Male? Female? Other?” is available in both hardcover and digital on his website and at many retailers. Listen to Talking Catholic everywhere podcasts can be found, at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/show/talking-catholic, or catch us on Domestic Church Media radio Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM domesticchurchmedia.org.Follow us on...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicTwitter: https://twitter.com/talkingcatholic

“Consult not your fears but your hopes and your dreams. Think not about your frustrations, but about your unfulfilled potential.” On today's Talking Saints, hosts Laurie and Pete unpack the life of “Good Pope John.” Having been elected at the age of 76, many thought he would be a transitional pope, but John XXIII's short, yet impactful papacy, proves that we can be God's instruments at any age. Pope St. John XXIII, patron of papal delegates and the Second Vatican Council, pray for us! Listen to Talking Saints with Laurie Power and Pete Sanchez on the Talking Catholic channel at Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, SoundCloud, Alexa or at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/show/talking-saints/. Follow us on…Facebook: www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicTwitter: twitter.com/talkingcatholic

It’s time for part two of a recent Eucharistic Revival retreat held for the parish teams in the Diocese of Camden. We begin with a chat with Donna Ottaviano-Britt and Andres Arango about the Eucharistic Revival retreat and its benefit to the faithful, and then we hear from Msgr. Joseph Malagreca, pastor of Holy Cross Parish in Brooklyn, N.Y., offers his perspective on the Eucharist, specifically related to the Mass. Part one of his presentation was published last week. Listen to Talking Catholic everywhere podcasts can be found, at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/show/talking-catholic, or catch us on Domestic Church Media radio Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM domesticchurchmedia.org.Follow us on...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicTwitter: https://twitter.com/talkingcatholic

Today we sit in on part one of a recent Eucharistic Revival retreat held for the parish teams in the Diocese of Camden. After introductions by Donna Ottaviano-Britt and Andres Arango, Msgr. Joseph Malagreca, pastor of Holy Cross Parish in Brooklyn, N.Y., offers his perspective on the Eucharist, its nature and its value to us as Catholics. Part two of his presentation will be released in next week’s episode. Listen to Talking Catholic everywhere podcasts can be found, at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/show/talking-catholic, or catch us on Domestic Church Media radio Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM domesticchurchmedia.org.Follow us on...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicTwitter: https://twitter.com/talkingcatholic

“If we are faithful to God, we will lack nothing” Many might know Saint Vincent de Paul as the namesake of a charitable organization that reaches across the globe, but just who was this man, and why is he associated with outreach to the needy? In the latest Talking Saints, hosts Laurie and Pete reveal the faithful witness of this 17th century French Catholic priest, who not only was a friend to the slave, but was influential in founding religious communities and reforming seminary education. Saint Vincent de Paul, patron of prisoners, hospitals, and spiritual help, pray for us!Listen to Talking Saints with Laurie Power and Pete Sanchez on the Talking Catholic channel at Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, SoundCloud, Alexa or at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/show/talking-saints/. Follow us on…Facebook: www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicTwitter: twitter.com/talkingcatholic

This week’s Talking Catholic podcast is packed with action, as cohosts Mike Bress and Jen Mauro are joined by fan-favorite Mark Zimmaro. Mark is well-known in South Jersey’s Catholic schools as the sports correspondent for the Catholic Star Herald. From sports photos and articles on students, teams and coaches to Athletes of the Month features and breaking game news on social media, Mark has his finger on the pulse of high school sports. Listen in as Mark previews the Diocese’s Catholic high school sports season, talks about some of the key players and coaches, and shares about his career in sports journalism and which sports are his favorite to photograph and report on. The group also talks about the role social media plays in Mark’s work, including a recurring video series where students-athletes are asked fun, often not sports-related questions. Speaking of which, you may just learn which superpower Mike, Jen and Mark would choose if they could be superheroes!Listen to Talking Catholic everywhere podcasts can be found, at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/show/talking-catholic, or catch us on Domestic Church Media radio Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM domesticchurchmedia.org.Follow us on...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicTwitter: https://twitter.com/talkingcatholic

This week Talking Catholic goes international, as Jen Mauro and guest cohost EmmaLee Italia talk to author and filmmaker Robert Orlando and Father Andrew Dalton, LC, about Orlando’s new documentary film and book, “The Shroud Face to Face.”First, Jen and EmmaLee, contributing editor at The Monitor Magazine, reunite over having worked together in Catholic journalism for years in the Diocese of Trenton.Then, they get down to business, introducing their guests and thanking Father Dalton for joining them only hours after arriving from Rome, where he teaches at the Pontifical Anthenaeum Regina Apostolorum.Orlando, who is pursuing graduate studies at Princeton Theological Seminary, and Father Dalton will be appearing in person Sept. 22 in Freehold to talk about the Shroud of Turin. Orlando will show a substantial excerpt from his new film, followed by a discussion between him and Father Dalton. Orlando will also sign copies of his book.Want to learn how the Shroud of Turin can deepen your faith and hope? Or about how the Shroud is a true example of science and faith working together? Tune in to the podcast and don’t miss the Shroud talk on Sept. 22, being held from 7 to 9 p.m. at St. Robert Bellarmine Co-Cathedral, 61 Georgia Road, Freehold.Watch the “The Shroud Face to Face” movie trailer at https://www.theshroudfilm.com.Listen to Talking Catholic everywhere podcasts can be found, at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/show/talking-catholic, or catch us on Domestic Church Media radio Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM domesticchurchmedia.org.Follow us on...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicTwitter: https://twitter.com/talkingcatholic

It’s blessed episode this week as we enjoy chatting with three Franciscan Missionary Sisters of the Infant Jesus, Sr. Dianna Higgins, Sr. Michele De Gregorio, and Sr. Cecilia Nanni Costa. The three discuss with Kari and Mike the charisms of their community, their own vocation journey, and their work in South Jersey and around the world.To learn more about the Franciscan Missionary Sisters of the Infant Jesus, go to: https://www.fmijusa.org. Listen to Talking Catholic everywhere podcasts can be found, at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/show/talking-catholic, or catch us on Domestic Church Media radio Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM domesticchurchmedia.org.Follow us on...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicTwitter: https://twitter.com/talkingcatholic

For nearly 20 years, the Catholic Charities of South Jersey Annual Dinner has served the dual purpose of honoring the extraordinary service performed by individuals who demonstrate commitment to social justice and the needs of the poor, while also raising funds that allow Catholic Charities to provide direct assistance to those they serve. We invited the leaders of this great event onto the podcast to preview what this year’s CCAD fill feature on October 11 in Atlantic City. Joining us today are CCSJ Executive Director Kevin Hickey, CCAD Committee Chair Ed O’Malley, and Diocese of Camden Assistant Director of Development Stacy Napolitano.

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For most colleges around the country, it’s time for students to head back to campus. Once they get there, where can Catholics and those looking for the Faith go to find a welcoming community? On many campuses, they need not look further than their local Newman House or Catholic Campus Ministry. On today’s episode, Kari welcomes her colleague from Stockton University’s Catholic Campus Ministry, Britany Shields, on to the show, along with one of her own Rowan Catholic Campus Ministry E-Board members, Katerina Henry. The three of them explain what a rich community a Catholic Campus Ministry offers and why any student should consider visiting the ministry to find an open door, a bite to eat, some fellowship, and of course a place to express and discern their faith. To learn more about Stockton Catholic Campus Ministry, visit http://www.stocktonccm.com To learn more about Rowan Catholic Campus Ministry, visit https://www.stbridgetup.org/rowan-catholic-campus-ministry

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“Lord, increase my sufferings, and with them increase Your love in my heart.” These are the words that Saint Rose of Lima lived and died by, as a 17th century virgin and mystic. In the latest Talking Saints, Laurie and Pete share this woman’s life of prayer, penance, and charity, and the lessons we all can learn today from her complete devotion to God.

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Sports can have a way of bringing a lot of different, diverse groups of people together. So can a common belief in God. What does it look like when faith and sports are brought together? Hosts Jennifer Mauro and Mike Bress are joined this week by Samuel Hardy, Director of Athletics for Camden Catholic High School to discuss this question and learn more about Catholic Athletes for Christ, a nationally recognized organization that serves Catholic athletes in the practice of their faith and shares the Gospel in and through sports. In this wide-ranging and fun conversation, the group discusses Sam’s own sports resume, his role at Camden Catholic, and how he incorporates the Catholic Athletes for Christ pillars into the 22 different boys’ and girls’ sports that are offered at the high school. The group also discussed the impact the program has on their competition, the opposing coaches, and the families in the stands. Finally, Sam also offered some suggestions on how to bring all of the Diocesan schools and their “Cathletes” in the name of God and sports! (which means Mike Bress has another project!). To learn more about Catholic Athletes for Christ, visit http://www.catholicathletesforchrist.org/ To learn more about Camden Catholic High School, visit https://www.camdencatholic.org/

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Earlier this month, a contingent of pilgrims - that included all eight of the Diocese of Camden’s seminarians, as well as vocations directors Fr. Adam Cichoski and Fr. Josh Nevitt - took part in the World Youth Day activities in Lisbon Portugal, which included a stop in Fatima. Along with the vocations directors, seminarians Deacon Ricardo Cruz, Nickolas Naticchione and Tom Piro join us this week to chat about the WYD pilgrimage, the journey to Fatima, and the unique experiences they found taking part in the event attended by 1.5 million young people from all over the globe.

To see some of the imagery from the seminarians’ journey, check out this recent article in the Catholic Star Herald: https://catholicstarherald.org/seminarians-reflect-on-world-youth-day-faith/ and a gallery of their photos: https://catholicstarherald82.pixieset.com/2023worldyouthdaywithdiocesanseminarians/

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We’re guest free this week, so Jen and Mike sit down for a quick one to give a roundup up from the Catholicverse - including what our seminarians are up to as they attend World Youth Day in Lisbon, Portugal; the upcoming Wedding of the Sea events in our shore, and now river, communities; a recent Vietnamese traditional diaconate ordination; and a little reminder that there’s a lot of great Catholic content in the podcast space, but we’re just a little unique.

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Fr. Jason Rocks - chancellor of the Diocese of Camden and pastor of Holy Eucharist Parish in Cherry Hill, NJ - returns again! It’s his third visit to The Vault and he again doesn’t disappoint as Jen and Mike grill him on what a chancellor does, the recent slate of new cardinals, and what we can expect to see in the upcoming Synod meetings.

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“The shepherd cannot run at the first sign of danger.”

From a farm boy in 1940s Oklahoma to becoming the first American-born martyr, Blessed Stanley Rother lived a life of heroic, faithful, and generous witness in service to the Lord. In today’s Talking Saints, hosts Laurie and Pete share the inspiring story of this diocesan priest turned missionary, on the doorstep to sainthood, and the heart he left in Guatemala. Blessed Stanley Rother, pray for us!

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There is a misconception that schools are completely shut down during the summer months. On this week’s episode, co-hosts Marianela Nunez and Michael Bress talk with Patricia Mancuso, principal at St. Mary School in Williamstown, and Elizabeth Martino, principal at Our Lady of Hope Regional School in Blackwood about this false rumor and much more :)

Our light-hearted but informative conversation spans many summer topics including some remodeling projects, tips for potential families looking for a new school, and balancing some summer projects and learning with taking a true break. The group also discusses how each guest became a principal and their goals for the 2023-24 school year. If you learn nothing else in this week’s podcast, remember reading, math practice, and uniforms -according to our guests today, these are the essential items to remember during summer break! To learn more about South Jersey Catholic Schools, visit http://southjerseycatholicschools.org.

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The temperature is on the rise and vacations are in full swing, but as you will find out on the latest Talking Catholic podcast, the work at the Diocese of Camden does not stop! Hosts Jen Mauro and Mike Bress sit down with the Diocese’s Pastoral Department to discuss how the summer has been going so far, and what activities, retreat opportunities and spiritual encounters are in store for South Jersey in the coming months. Joining Jen and Mike on this episode: Donna Ottaviano-Britt, Andres Arango, Mike Bedics, Jose Rodriguez, Mike Sims, Rubi Lukasiewicz and Ann Marie Ours. Find out what’s new for the Summer in the City youth retreat and how to sign up as well as how you can attend the School of Liturgy trainings, which are for lectors and extraordinary ministers of holy communion, in both English and Spanish! In addition to each team member highlighting recent programs and events, we have a little fun, finding out a little more about Donna’s first job, how both Mike Bress and Jose were in Boston at the same time, and how disappointed Jen was to find out that neither of them visited a Wahlburgers.

(Donna’s image on social media pf today’s episode, courtesy of John Kalitz, crafted in under 2 minutes.)

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“The glory of God is man fully alive.” Today, on the feast of this Doctor of Unity, hosts Laurie and Pete reflect on the life and teachings of Saint Iranaeus, a 2nd century Bishop and defender of the faith. The two trace his connection to Saint John the Apostle, and discuss his response to the rampant heresy in his time. Saint Iranaeus, Patron of those working for Christian unity, pray for us!

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We were on the road recently and pulled together an impromptu podcast recording with our Jersey cousins while attending the Catholic Media Associations’ annual conference in Baltimore. Joining Jen and Mike on this episode are: - Maria Margiotta, Director of Communications, Archdiocese of Newark - Gerry Wutkowski, Assistant Director of Communications & Public Relations, Diocese of Metuchen - Mary Kate Polanin, Digital Content Editor at Busted Halo

This is a very funny episode that pulls back the curtain on what it’s like to be a professional Catholic communicator and why organizations like the Catholic Media Association are so important to people serving the Church and the mission of Jesus. #CMCBaltimore

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In the wake of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, the United States became home to many refugees from the Eastern European country. On today’s show, we speak with Alexander Polokh, who brought his family to the U.S. shortly after the invasion, and in just a year, knowing zero English, has become nearly fluent and a caseworker for Catholic Charities of South Jersey. Along with his colleague and boss, Jose Sanchez, the two tell Alex’s story and shine a light on his example of a refugee supporting his new country and community.

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Extracurricular activities like sports, theater, and clubs are essential part of the Catholic school experience. These teams and clubs help build students into good leaders, employees, team members and faithful Catholics. This is especially true when the school has the right program to build these future leaders. This week, host Marianela Nunez and co-host Mike Bress explore this topic with two local administrators who have implemented such a program at their school. Sr. Marianne McCann, former principal at Paul VI High School and current Director of Leadership Formation for the Office of Catholic Education and Donna Lombardo, recently retired math teacher and girls’ basketball coach at Paul VI High School, join the show to talk about the “Play Like a Champion” program out of the University of Notre Dame. Along with sharing the genesis of the program and some success stories, the group discusses high school sports in general, the need to not only work with the players, coaches but also the parents, and how the program can be implemented on the elementary school level. To learn more about the Play Like a Champion program, visit https://www.playlikeachampion.org/. To learn more about South Jersey Catholic Schools, visit https://southjerseycatholicschools.org/.

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On Corpus Christi Sunday, June 11, the Parish Phase of the National Eucharistic Revival will begin. After a year of diocesan-wide events, it’s now time for the parishes to facilitate the message of the revival for the faithful throughout this next year. To give us an idea of what parishes are doing, we brought Donna Ottaviano-Britt, Diocese of Camden Secretary for Pastoral Outreach; Father Vincent Guest, Pastor of Sacred Heart Parish in Camden; and Deacon Bob Dooley from Saint Brendan the Navigator Parish in Avalon & Stone Harbor. Listen to Talking Catholic everywhere podcasts can be found, at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/show/talking-catholic, or catch us on Domestic Church Media radio Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM domesticchurchmedia.org.Follow us on...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicTwitter: https://twitter.com/talkingcatholic

One of the keys to any thriving Catholic church or community is fellowship, which can take a myriad of forms. During spring in South Jersey, it takes the form of a diocesan co-ed softball league. The decade old league currently boasts teams from 8 parishes in the region (and is always open to adding more), it brings together young and old alike, oftentimes from within families. Today Kari and Mike sit down with family members from two teams, Saint Charles’ Sean Walsh, Sr. and Sean Walsh, Jr., and Our Lady of Peace’s Roger McCurdy II and Roger McCurdy III, and, heaven help us, Kari’s husband Phil Janisse! A league like this is a lot more than playing softball, it’s about joyfully bringing people together in the name of Christ. Listen to Talking Catholic everywhere podcasts can be found, at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/show/talking-catholic, or catch us on Domestic Church Media radio Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM domesticchurchmedia.org.Follow us on...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicTwitter: https://twitter.com/talkingcatholic

Hosts Jen Mauro and Michael Bress focus on the South Jersey Scholarship Fund with board vice-president Christine Messina and Stacy Napolitano, Associate Director of Major Gifts and Stewardship for the Office of Development for the Diocese of Camden. The group discuss the details of the scholarship fund, its benefits to South Jersey Catholic Schools, and the importance of Catholic education in general. The conversation also takes a thoughtful journey through Christine’s family history, its impact on her career and stewardship, and some amazing scholarship fund success stories she has encountered during her time on the board.The South Jersey Scholarship Fund is now in its final push of the new, aptly named Spring Sprint for Scholarships. To learn more about donating to the fund today, visit www.southjerseycatholicschools.org/springsprint.Listen to Talking Catholic everywhere podcasts can be found, at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/show/talking-catholic, or catch us on Domestic Church Media radio Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM domesticchurchmedia.org.Follow us on...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicTwitter: https://twitter.com/talkingcatholic

This week, in anticipation of World Communications Day on Sunday, May 21, we’ve gathered some of the most notable Catholic communicators in New jersey for this podcast. Joining Jen Mauro and Mike Walsh are:Maria Margiotta, Director of Communications, Archdiocese of NewarkJai Agnish, Director of Communications, Diocese of Paterson, Editor of the Beacon NewspaperGerry Wutkowski, Assistant Director of Communications & Public Relations, Diocese of MetuchenMarianne Hartman, Director, Multimedia Production, Diocese of Trenton We chat about what brought us to our current vocations, the work of Catholic communicators, and what keeps us motivated in the role of professional evangelizers. Also, if your diocese participates, the USCCB’s Catholic Communications Campaign collection will take place the weekend of May 20/21. This collection supports the communications work of the USCCB AND the local diocese. Please prayerfully consider donating this weekend.Listen to Talking Catholic everywhere podcasts can be found, at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/show/talking-catholic, or catch us on Domestic Church Media radio Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM domesticchurchmedia.org.Follow us on...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicTwitter: https://twitter.com/talkingcatholic

“Love the poor and honor them as you would honor Christ Himself”. As the Catholic Church celebrates today the feast of Saint Louise de Marillac, the latest Talking Saints dives into the life of 17th century founder of the Daughters of Charity, still going strong today in many countries to serve the poor. As well, hosts Laurie and Pete discuss her friendship with Saint Vincent de Paul, and the discipline and dedication to doing good that drove her life, and can inspire us today.Listen to Talking Saints with Laurie Power and Pete Sanchez on the Talking Catholic channel at Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, SoundCloud, Alexa or at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/show/talking-saints/. Follow us on…Facebook: www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicTwitter: twitter.com/talkingcatholic

We have another podcast crossover this week, but Mike won’t be bristling about this one. Joining us today is the host of Camden Catholic High School’s “Between Bells” podcast, junior Trish Escarrilla, and her teacher adviser, Mr. Jeff Bruckner. We have a great conversation about the genesis of the podcast that is focused on “the people that make up the school community and what they’re truly like between one day’s dismissal bell and the next day’s homeroom bell,” Trish’s delightful & infectious personality, the many creative digital opportunities the school and Mr. Bruckner provide for the students, and then we finish with a truly epic description of how important a lifetime of Catholic schooling has been to Trish. Between Bells CCHS can be found on Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/4fijD4ueAVM0ywxTUA4gsk?si=c865ae36c9cc4bd3/) and other podcast platforms.Listen to Talking Catholic everywhere podcasts can be found, at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/show/talking-catholic, or catch us on Domestic Church Media radio Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM domesticchurchmedia.org.Follow us on...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicTwitter: https://twitter.com/talkingcatholic

One of our favorite guests joins us this week all the way from Rome and he brings along one his charges to tell the story of seminarians from the Pontifical North American College visiting Catholic Relief Service locations in Ethiopia. Father Michael Romano, PNAC Director of Admissions, and seminarian Deacon Zane Langenbrunner, from the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend, were astounded at the hospitality they received despite the great need in the African country, which CRS is working to address. Both men confirmed that it was an eye-opening experience and one they will embrace in their ministry. Listen to Talking Catholic everywhere podcasts can be found, at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/show/talking-catholic, or catch us on Domestic Church Media radio Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM domesticchurchmedia.org.Follow us on...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicTwitter: https://twitter.com/talkingcatholic

Today, we introduce a new voice to the podcast, one who will surely become a regular guest. The new Director of Life & Justice Ministries for the Diocese of Camden, Michael Sims, Th.D., joins us to discuss his perspective on the pro-life and social justice movements that he will be supporting, as well as his rich history of Catholic teaching and academia, which has given provided him with a well-formed Catholic point of view. Listen to Talking Catholic everywhere podcasts can be found, at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/show/talking-catholic, or catch us on Domestic Church Media radio Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM domesticchurchmedia.org.Follow us on...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicTwitter: https://twitter.com/talkingcatholic

Earlier this year, staff from Catholic Charities of South Jersey deployed to the Diocese of Venice in Florida to assist their sister agency with disaster recovery from Hurricane Ian. Mike Walsh and new co-host Katie Hagan, marketing manager of Catholic Charities of South Jersey, sit down with the team to learn about the deployment. Joining them are disaster recovery responders Melissa Hruska, Janita Eason, and Jenecia Powell-Jennings who discuss the eye-opening experience of their first disaster recovery deployment and what it's like to witness the aftermath of a disaster, even months later. They also share with us the client stories that impacted them the most, how they created hope for those they connected with, all while letting us in on the bond they created as they spent weeks together. Tune in to hear how they were able to find pockets of positive moments despite the devastation they encountered during the deployment.Listen to Talking Catholic everywhere podcasts can be found, at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/show/talking-catholic, or catch us on Domestic Church Media radio Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM domesticchurchmedia.org.Follow us on...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicTwitter: https://twitter.com/talkingcatholic

On March 25th, the Diocese of Camden held their Eucharistic Congress before several thousand attendees. The event included three talks by Fr. Patrick Hyde, OP, Saint Paul Catholic Center pastor & director of Campus Ministry at Indiana University and Eucharistic Preacher for the national revival. After a brief introduction by Mike Walsh and Donna Ottaviano-Britt, all three talks on the Eucharist and its relevance in our lives are included in this episode, in their entirety. Listen to Talking Catholic everywhere podcasts can be found, at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/show/talking-catholic, or catch us on Domestic Church Media radio Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM domesticchurchmedia.org.Follow us on...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicTwitter: https://twitter.com/talkingcatholic

“You can do more with the grace of God than you think.” On Good Friday, we remember Saint John Baptist de la Salle, who died on this day in 1719. Hosts Laurie and Pete explore the life of this 17th century Frenchman, influential in the guidance and education of youth and teachers as the founder of what we now call the Christian Brothers. Saint John Baptist de la Salle reminds us that even when God’s plans differ from our own, we find fulfillment in trusting Him.Listen to Talking Saints with Laurie Power and Pete Sanchez on the Talking Catholic channel at Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, SoundCloud, Alexa or at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/show/talking-saints/. Follow us on…Facebook: www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicTwitter: twitter.com/talkingcatholic

One of the great South Jersey events is only a month away, iRace4Vocations 2023! Fr. Adam Cichoski, Diocese of Camden Director of Vocations and Rector of the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Camden, NJ, joins us today to talk about the event and his work in vocations. And here’s how you know this is a must listen podcast… Kari actually drove up to join Mike in The Vault for this one. That almost NEVER happens!iRace4Vocations is a free annual event that welcomes people of all ages to run a 5K or walk a 1 Mile course both praying for and promoting vocations to the priesthood and religious life. It begins with Mass celebrated by Bishop Sullivan and ends with food and family entertainment. iRace4Vocations will take place on Sunday, April 30, 2023 at Cooper River Park (Jack Curtis Stadium, 5300 North Park Drive, Pennsauken). The schedule for the day is:Noon–Registration and Check-in (Walkers Only) 1:00pm–Mass 2:00pm–Registration and Check-in (Runners & Walkers) 3:00pm–5k Run/1 mile Family Walk 4:00pm–Picnic and Family EntertainmentTo register and learn more about this great event, go to: https://camdenpriest.org/irace4vocations/ Listen to Talking Catholic everywhere podcasts can be found, at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/show/talking-catholic, or catch us on Domestic Church Media radio Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM domesticchurchmedia.org.Follow us on...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicTwitter: https://twitter.com/talkingcatholic

Teachers are essential members of the school community. They are with students each and every day, and can affect real change in the children’s lives. But, how are they trained properly to be school leaders? What makes an ideal Catholic school teacher? And, really, what do they actually do on in-service days, when students are given the day off? Host Marianela Nunez and guest host Mike Bress bring in their colleagues from the Office of Catholic Education – Dr. Bill Watson, Dr. Bobby Lockwood, and Sr. Marianne McCann - to try and answer these questions and more about Catholic school educators. In this lively and thoughtful conversations, the group discuss the practical and spiritual aspects of professional development for teachers, the relationship between the principal and the teacher, and the interesting concept of “relentless curiosity”. We hope this conversation might inspire someone to reflect on becoming a Catholic school teacher. To learn more about South Jersey Catholic Schools, visit https://southjerseycatholicschools.org/.Listen to Talking Catholic everywhere podcasts can be found, at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/show/talking-catholic, or catch us on Domestic Church Media radio Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM domesticchurchmedia.org.Follow us on...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicTwitter: https://twitter.com/talkingcatholic

Caught up in the crises of the early Church, Saint Cyril of Jerusalem stood firm in the faith despite being exiled three times in the span of twenty years. On his feast today, March 18, Talking Saints hosts Laurie and Pete unpack the life of this 4th century Bishop, and discuss how his pastoral manner and instructions on the faith can guide all to live fearlessly for the Lord.Listen to Talking Saints with Laurie Power and Pete Sanchez on the Talking Catholic channel at Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, SoundCloud, Alexa or at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/show/talking-saints/. Follow us on…Facebook: www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicTwitter: twitter.com/talkingcatholic

Jen and crew did a great job while Mike was away on pilgrimage, but now he’s back and Jen gives him a good grilling to see if what he saw in Israel and Italy actually had an affect on him. If it did, then we’re recommending 206 Tours for all your jaded PR people!If you’re interested in going on a similar journey, check out https://www.pilgrimages.com/frhughes/ for upcoming opportunities. Listen to Talking Catholic everywhere podcasts can be found, at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/show/talking-catholic, or catch us on Domestic Church Media radio Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM domesticchurchmedia.org.Follow us on...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicTwitter: https://twitter.com/talkingcatholic

Last month, Talking Catholic co-host Jen Mauro was asked to facilitate a discussion among the state’s five Catholic Charities executive directors and CEOs. The discussion, which also included input from James King, executive director of the New Jersey Catholic Conference, was video-recorded in front of about 40 Catholic Charities Diocese of Camden staff. As such, the panel answered some questions from the audience.Tune in to hear how Catholic Charities aids our local communities, what services staffers provide, how agencies collaborate and how Catholic social teaching plays an integral part in their everyday mission to serve those in need. The Catholic Charities executive directors and CEOs interviewed were: Kevin Hickey, Diocese of Camden; John Westervelt, Archdiocese of Newark; Marlene Lao-Collins, Diocese of Trenton; Julio Coto, Diocese of Metuchen, and Scott Milliken, Diocese of Paterson. Before Jen jumps into the recorded interview, however, she is joined by Katie Hagan, the new marketing manager for Catholic Charities Diocese of Camden. We’ll get to know Katie better very soon!Listen to Talking Catholic everywhere podcasts can be found, at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/show/talking-catholic, or catch us on Domestic Church Media radio Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM domesticchurchmedia.org.Follow us on…Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicTwitter: https://twitter.com/talkingcatholic

“How rare is it for most people to go somewhere where our hope and our future are not marked by confusion, pain or division, but by the unity and joy that comes from following Jesus.”Such are the sentiments of Father Patrick Hyde, OP, who joined Talking Catholic’s Jen Mauro and her co-host, Donna Ottaviano-Britt, to chat about the Diocesan Eucharistic Congress planned for March 25 at the Freedom Mortgage Pavilion, Camden.Father Hyde is one of two National Eucharistic preachers who will be visiting the Diocese of Camden for the Congress, a day of encounter, faith-sharing and camaraderie with witness talks by local lay Catholics; morning and Rosary prayers, and a concluding Mass celebrated by Bishop Dennis Sullivan. Jen and Donna, head of the Diocese of Camden’s Secretariat for Pastoral Outreach, are admittedly left a little speechless – not a small feat! – by Father Hyde’s faith journey, lessons on the Eucharist and advice on how to be vulnerable before God.Learn more about the Diocesan Eucharistic Congress at https://camdendiocese.org/event/diocesan-eucharistic-congress-03-25-23/ and then sign up to attend: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/diocese-of-camden-eucharistic-congress-tickets-518028165187 Listen to Talking Catholic everywhere podcasts can be found, at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/show/talking-catholic, or catch us on Domestic Church Media radio Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM domesticchurchmedia.org.Follow us on…Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicTwitter: https://twitter.com/talkingcatholic

This week, Talking Catholic’s Jen Mauro is joined by Pete Sánchez, co-host of the Talking Saints podcast! With Mike Walsh on pilgrimage in the Holy Land with Bishop Dennis Sullivan, Vicar General Father Robert Hughes and dozens more, Jen snagged her Catholic Star Herald colleague to talk Lent, which starts Feb. 22, Ash Wednesday. It’s a lively and spiritual conversation – filled with some whimsy to keep Mike happy – as Pete and Jen welcome Father Joshua Nevitt, the Bishop’s priest-secretary and associate vocations director for the Diocese of Camden, and Father John Picinic, pastor of Cherry Hill’s Christ Our Light Parish. Fathers Nevitt and Picinic talk about Ash Wednesday and Lent, explaining how it is certainly a somber season, but not a sad one. The two also share how they prepare their hearts and minds for this penitential time, challenge listeners to dive deeper when it comes to fasting, and shed light on almsgiving. Plus, the two share the simple meals they’ll be cooking on the meatless Fridays during Lent – recipes of which will be shared in the Catholic Star Herald’s Clergy Kitchen series starting Feb. 24!Listen to Talking Catholic everywhere podcasts can be found, at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/show/talking-catholic, or catch us on Domestic Church Media radio Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM domesticchurchmedia.org.Follow us on...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicTwitter: https://twitter.com/talkingcatholic

A few years ago, we decided to expand the podcast onto video platforms by bringing on board some great hosts to highlight areas of Catholicism they are passionate about. This month begins season SEVEN of our video series! To celebrate and promote some of our upcoming shows, we’re joined by Young Adult Ministry Insights’ Kari Janisse, Joyful Disciples’ Donna Ottaviano-Britt, and Changing With The Tides’ Lex Keefer. They all have big plans for the next few months and a few high profile guests they want to get on their shows :) You can find all of our shows at https://www.youtube.com/talkingcatholic, as well as full episodes on our Talking Catholic Facebook and Instagram pages. And hey, if you know some knowledgable person who should have their own show on our video platform, let Mike know at talkingcatholic@camdendiocese.org. Listen to Talking Catholic everywhere podcasts can be found, at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/show/talking-catholic, or catch us on Domestic Church Media radio Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM domesticchurchmedia.org.Follow us on...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicTwitter: https://twitter.com/talkingcatholic

On the 50th episode of Talking Saints, meet one of the “Twin Saints,” Scholastica, a 5th and 6th century Italian nun known for her piety to God and devotion to her brother, Saint Benedict. Laurie and Pete unpack the faithful and mystical life of this religious community foundress, and how she prolonged her last earthly meeting with Benedict. Saint Scholastica, Patron Saint of cloistered nuns, pray for us!Listen to Talking Saints with Laurie Power and Pete Sanchez on the Talking Catholic channel at Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, SoundCloud, Alexa or at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/show/talking-saints/. Follow us on…Facebook: www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicTwitter: twitter.com/talkingcatholic

You’ve heard Mike mention it in previous podcasts, but it’s almost here, his first pilgrimage abroad! While he’s there, he’s going to be providing daily travelogues on the Catholic Star Herald and Talking Catholic social media platforms. But before he goes, it seemed like a good idea to prepare people for what they’ll be seeing from the Holy Land, so we brought in our pilgrimage expert, Fr. Robert Hughes, Vicar General of the Diocese of Camden, to go over what Mike and his fellow pilgrims will be seeing for the next two weeks. Fr. Hughes is the spiritual director for this any many international pilgrimages. It’s an amazing conversation and Jen has already put in her request to go on a future pilgrimage. To learn more about the pilgrimages Fr. Hughes will be leading, go to https://www.pilgrimages.com/frhughes. He’s headed to Greece later this year, then a pilgrimage to Fatima, Spain, Lourdes & Paris in 2024, and then an even bigger Holy Land pilgrimage in 2025!Listen to Talking Catholic everywhere podcasts can be found, at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/show/talking-catholic, or catch us on Domestic Church Media radio Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM domesticchurchmedia.org.Follow us on...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicTwitter: https://twitter.com/talkingcatholic

Being a principal at a Catholic school is all about relationships. You must have a good relationship with your students, your families, your parish and, of course, your teachers. Our guests today, Joan Dollinger from Assumption Regional Catholic School, and Gerry Janasky from Resurrection Catholic School, know the importance of a good principal/teacher relationship. Joan was Gerry’s principal and mentor for 5 years at Assumption. As you will hear in the conversation, it was also Joan who inspired Gerry to pursue the principal position at Resurrection. Throughout out this moving and genuine conversation, host Marianela Nunez and guest host Mike Bress ask about Gerry’s journey to becoming a principal and the role Joan played in her teaching career. We also discuss Gerry’s first 6 months at the helm, the importance of knowing your community and parish, and of course, how the Catholic identity of the principal and faculty play a huge role in the culture of the school. Marianela and Mike even sneak in a quick plug for Catholic Schools Week from Sunday, January 29 through Saturday, February 4. To learn more about South Jersey Catholic Schools, visit https://southjerseycatholicschools.org/Listen to Talking Catholic everywhere podcasts can be found, at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/show/talking-catholic, or catch us on Domestic Church Media radio Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM domesticchurchmedia.org.Follow us on...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicTwitter: https://twitter.com/talkingcatholic

Today Talking Saints remembers the feast of Saints Timothy and Titus, friends and companions of Saint Paul, and recipients of three of Paul’s Biblical letters. From our hosts Laurie and Pete, learn about these two men’s roles in the early Church as Bishops, their travels with Paul, and his advice to them. Saints Timothy and Titus, pray for us!Listen to Talking Saints with Laurie Power and Pete Sanchez on the Talking Catholic channel at Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, SoundCloud, Alexa or at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/show/talking-saints/. Follow us on…Facebook: www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicTwitter: twitter.com/talkingcatholic

Our beloved host Jen Mauro was sitting in Mass last weekend and was blown away by the homily she heard from the priest. She was so amazed she had to whip out her reporters' notebook. The topic: Ordinary Time. We’ve done episodes on the seasons of Advent, Christmas, Lent and Easter, but never an episode on Ordinary Times, since, you know, it’s ordinary. However, as Jen learned and we share with you today, according to Father Jon Thomas ordinary time is really anything but ordinary. Take a listen and see what it was about the homily from the pastor of Christ the King Parish in Haddonfield, NJ, that inspired Jen to actually take notes!We also hear words of wisdom from Talking Saints co-host Pete Sanchez and the less-wise Mike Walsh. Listen to Talking Catholic everywhere podcasts can be found, at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/show/talking-catholic, or catch us on Domestic Church Media radio Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM domesticchurchmedia.org.Follow us on...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicTwitter: https://twitter.com/talkingcatholic

With the March for Life around the corner – Jan. 20 – this week’s Talking Catholic focuses on the Respect Life movement in this post-Dobbs’ America.Joining hosts Jen Mauro and Mike Walsh are Donna Ottaviano-Britt, secretariat for the Diocese of Camden’s Pastoral Outreach, and Ann Marie Ours, the office’s administrative assistant, as well as Rachel Hendricks, coordinator of Respect Life Ministries, Diocese of Trenton. Together, they discuss how Respect Life advocates are continuing to support the unborn as well as mothers and fathers who choose life. In addition to the annual March in Washington, D.C., anyone can promote life through prayer, education and public awareness, outreach and legislative advocacy!For example, did you know that the New Jersey Catholic Conference, the public policy arm of the state’s bishops, has an easy way for you to contact your state legislators? Visit njcatholic.org to find out. Plus, there is the U.S. Bishops’ Walking With Moms in Need initiative, where local parishes and communities can support pregnant women and new families. Go to walkingwithmoms.com for more information.Going to the March for Life? The Knights of Columbus is sponsoring several in the Diocese of Camden. Check out where to catch a bus, click HERE.If you can’t make it to the March, attend the Diocese of Camden’s Eucharistic Adoration for Life on Jan. 19 at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, Divine Mercy Parish, 410 South 8th St., Vineland. Adoration will be in Spanish.Plus, you can join Bishop David O’Connell in the Diocese of Trenton for a Mass for Life at 11 a.m. Jan. 20 at Saint Robert Bellarmine Pro-Cathedral, 61 Georgia Rd., Freehold. The Mass is also being livestreamed.Listen to Talking Catholic everywhere podcasts can be found, at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/show/talking-catholic, or catch us on Domestic Church Media radio Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM domesticchurchmedia.org.Follow us on...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicTwitter: https://twitter.com/talkingcatholic

After a two-week hiatus, we’re back! Hosts Jen Mauro and Mike Walsh usher in the new year by welcoming back a Talking Catholic favorite, Father Jason Rocks, Chancellor of the Diocese of Camden.This week’s episode centers on the life and legacy of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI, recorded on the day the retired pope was laid to rest at the Vatican. Father Rocks, who is also pastor of Holy Eucharist Parish, Cherry Hill, talks about the legacy of the late pontiff, his writings, the life of then-Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger, and how this holy and humble servant helped strengthen the Church as a theologian, teacher, and pastor.During the episode. Fr. Rocks recommended several short reads authored by Pope Benedict’s that offers an insight into his perspective and provides food for thought regarding our faith: “In the Beginning” https://a.co/d/aeQHNyZ“Without Roots” https://a.co/d/j4hPhURThe Regensburg lecture - Faith, Reason and the University Memories and Reflection https://tinyurl.com/mryzjm9aChristianity and the Crisis of Cultures” https://a.co/d/3JJ5LqT Listen to Talking Catholic everywhere podcasts can be found, at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/show/talking-catholic, or catch us on Domestic Church Media radio Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM domesticchurchmedia.org.Follow us on...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicTwitter: https://twitter.com/talkingcatholic

"God is love. Whoever lives in love lives in God, and God in him.” As the Catholic Church celebrates Chrismastide, the life of Saint John the Evangelist is chronicled in this latest Talking Saints. On his feast day, Laurie and Pet/e discuss this “disciple whom Jesus loved,” including his penning of the Gospel and Book of Revelation; his devotion to the Blessed Mother; and how, through his example, we can give witness to the Savior.Listen to Talking Saints with Laurie Power and Pete Sanchez on the Talking Catholic channel at Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, Stitcher, SoundCloud, Alexa or at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/show/talking-saints/. Follow us on…Facebook: www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicTwitter: twitter.com/talkingcatholic

Recently, Mike had the honor of co-presenting a talk at Catholic Charities USA’s annual Applied Institute for Disaster Excellence (AIDE) on the topic of crises communications. It was such a great experience that he and Jen brought on two great people from the institute, Jennifer Dyer, Director, Capacity Building for Disaster Operations at Catholic Charities USA and Daniel Altenau, Director of Communications & Disaster Services, Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Raleigh. Dan was the far more polished co-presenter for the talk on crises communications. On this episode, we chat about how they became involved in disaster response services, how Catholic Charities supports disaster relief work both nationally and locally, and why disaster responders should consider attending AIDE. For more on what Catholic Charities USA and local offices do when a disaster strikes, check out: https://www.catholiccharitiesusa.org/our-vision-and-ministry/disaster-relief/Listen to Talking Catholic everywhere podcasts can be found, at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/show/talking-catholic, or catch us on Domestic Church Media radio Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM domesticchurchmedia.org.Follow us on...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicTwitter: https://twitter.com/talkingcatholic

On today’s episode, our host Marianela Nunez is joined by guest host Mike Bress to interview Margaret Kaplow, Vice President at the National Catholic Education Association (NCEA), the largest, private professional education association in the world. Their membership includes nearly 140,000 educators serving 1.6 million students in Catholic education. The conversation covers a wide range of topics including Margaret’s time at the Washington Post, her role at the NCEA, and how Catholic schools can not only survive, but thrive! Towards the end of the discussion, the group discusses the upcoming Celebrate Catholic School Week, a national initiative across the country that celebrates what it means to attend a Catholic school. For anyone thinking about choosing Catholic schools for their child, this conversation is a great way to learn more about what to except and how to begin your search. To learn more about South Jersey Catholic Schools, visit southjerseycatholicschools.org To learn more about the National Catholic Education Association, visit ncea.org Listen to Talking Catholic everywhere podcasts can be found, at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/show/talking-catholic, or catch us on Domestic Church Media radio Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM domesticchurchmedia.org.Follow us on...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicTwitter: https://twitter.com/talkingcatholic

In this episode of Talking Catholic, Kari and Mike had the wonderful college students from Kari's ministry at Rowan Catholic Newman Center take some time out of cramming for finals to share about their book club ministry.It was a roundtable discussion about the book the students are reading, Jason Evert’s “Saint John Paul the Great, His Five Loves”. Then we end the podcast with a quick movie review of the recent release of “Saint Mother Teresa: No Greater Love” which came out in theaters in October. Many thanks to the Rowan University students who joined us this week: Peter Gawason, Morgan McRae, Marian Yanka, Nikolas Soyka, Timothy Sullivan, and Bri Broadwater.Listen to Talking Catholic everywhere podcasts can be found, at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/show/talking-catholic, or catch us on Domestic Church Media radio Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM domesticchurchmedia.org.Follow us on...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkingcatholicTwitter: https://twitter.com/talkingcatholic

It’s another roundtable episode of the podcast! This time we invite our friends from the Diocese of Camden’s Pastoral Department to talk all things Advent, those four weeks before Christmas that help us to prepare for Jesus’s arrival. It's a really great chat where we discuss the unique elements of the season and what opportunities there are to help us detach from the secular holiday season and instead focus on our faith.

On this week’s show, Jen Mauro and Mike Walsh are joined by colleagues, Donna Ottaviano-Britt, Andres Arango, Mike Bedics, Jose Rodriguez, Rubi Lukasiewicz, and Ann Marie Ours.

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Saint Catherine of Alexandria, 4th century Virgin Martyr, is this month’s subject on Talking Saints. Learn about this holy woman from Laurie and Pete, who unpack her unwavering faith and attractive evangelization, and discuss the miracle of “Catherine’s wheel.” Saint Catherine of Alexandria, patron of students, unmarried women, and apologists, pray for us!

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It’s the beginning of the festive holiday season and we invited most of the Catholic Star Herald staff to join us to talk Thanksgiving, what it means to us, our family connections to it, and, perhaps most importantly, our favorite recipes!

On this week’s show, Jen Mauro and Mike Walsh are joined by colleagues, Neal Cullen, Paul Worthington, Pete Sanchez, Maria D’Antonio, Cindy Soper, and Rich Hundley. The episode AND all of the recipes we discussed on today’s show can be found here: https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/podcast/thanksgiving-with-the-catholic-star-herald

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This week is Discover Catholic Schools Week, a national initiative started by the National Catholic Education Association (NCEA), to help promote Catholic schools and Catholic education across the country. With this exciting week in mind, host Marianela Nunez and guest host Michael Bress, welcomed four members of the South Jersey Catholic School community to the show: Mary Whipkey, president at Camden Catholic High School; Heather Crisci, principal at Camden Catholic High School; Sr. Michele DeGregorio, principal at St. Margaret Regional School; and Laureen Brady, advancement director at St. Margaret Regional School. Throughout the episode, the group discusses what Discover Catholic Schools Week is all about, what makes each of their schools (and Catholic schools in general) so special, the impact teachers have on their students and the school as a whole, and the true impact donorship can have on the legacy of a school. The conversation wrapped up with a congratulatory message to Mary Whipkey after her recent announcement that she will be retiring at the end of the year. To learn more about South Jersey Catholic Schools, visit southjerseycatholicschools.org

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It’s another classic Kari episode as she invites two amazing Catholics on the podcast, Kathy and Scott Woodside. The duo who have been staples in the Glassboro, N.J. area, talk to us this week about their long history as active members of the Church, as well as being lay leaders helping to instruct young adults on how to maintain a close connection to the faith and their families amid all the chaos that life throws at us.

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The great Paul J. Kim has returned to the podcast! A fantastic Catholic speaker, specializing in youth and young adult ministry, Paul was in South Jersey for four presentations last week and was kind enough to take an hour out of his very busy schedule to sit-down with us and chat about what life has been like since he last joined us (you can check out his first appearance on the podcast here: https://soundcloud.com/talkingcatholic/paul-j-kim). Like many of us, he migrated to the Zoom world during the pandemic but he’s back on the road now and bringing his many talents (music, comedy, inspirational talks) to communicate the message of Christ to people in a way that is engaging, entertaining, and altogether life-changing.

To learn more about Paul J. Kim and his upcoming schedule of dates, go to: https://www.pjkmusic.com/

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The school year is officially in full swing and our schools are enjoying a great start! To take a deeper dive into Catholic education beyond the classrooms, hosts Mike Walsh and Marianela Nunez are joined by guest host Mike Bress to talk with Larry Furey, Founder and Partner at Partners in Mission, a full-service consulting and professional education firm focused exclusively on developing excellence in Catholic school advancement and leadership. Topics range from Larry’s 30 years of experience in Catholic education, trends in Catholic school enrollment and fundraising, and how important it is for schools to develop relationships with their families throughout their lives, not just while in school. It is an uplifting and informative conversation about the importance of Catholic education and helping our school thrive.

To learn more about how Partners in Mission, go to: https://www.partnersinmission.com/

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“Our God is a God of abundance.”

Those are the words of Pat Slater, pastoral associate for justice and community outreach at the Catholic Community of Christ our Light, Cherry Hill, one of the guests on this week’s Talking Catholic podcast focusing on food insecurity.

Hosts Mike Walsh and Jen Mauro talk about the Oct. 22 “Hunger for Justice” workshop with Slater; Donna Ottaviano-Britt, Secretariat for Pastoral Outreach; Father Kenneth Hallahan, a retired priest of the Diocese and longtime social justice advocate, and Jessica Morrell, Community Engagement Manager for Catholic Relief Services.

Get a sneak peak at how you can help battle hunger on the local, national and international levels, and get a better understanding on how the food decisions we make every day affect our world.

Plus, it’s not too late! Sign up for the Oct. 22 “Hunger for Justice” workshop at camdendiocese.org/hfj. Hosted by the diocesan Office of Life and Justice Ministries, the event is from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Church of the Holy Family Aquin Center, 226 Hurffville Road, Sewell.

You can also read more about the event in the Catholic Star Herald: https://catholicstarherald.org/office-of-life-and-justice-hosting-hunger-workshop/

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“To be always close to Jesus, that’s my life plan.”- Blessed Carlo Acutis

In his exhortation on youth, “Christus Vivit” (“Christ Lives”), Pope Francis said called Blessed Carlo a perfect example of one who “used the new communications technology to transmit the Gospel, to communicate values and beauty.”

In their latest Talking Saints, hosts Laurie and Pete reveal the life of this 21 century Catholic Italian teen who began a website devoted to Eucharistic miracles (http://www.miracolieucaristici.org), loved the rosary, and was a witness of faith to his family and friends.

Sadly, he passed away in 2006 at the age of 15 from leukemia, but his fervent faith and love of the Real Presence continue to inspire the young and old, especially now in this time of Eucharistic Revival for the United States.

Blessed Carlo Acutis, patron of youth, pray for us!

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It’s no secret that the Young Church in South Jersey is alive with love of the Lord. Currently helping the Diocese’s younger generation along the way are three young adults of the Echo Graduate Service Program, a service-learning opportunity based out of Notre Dame University in South Bend, Ind. Meet Cheyenne Schuster, Sean Farrell and Helen Polzer on this week’s Talking Catholic podcast as they sit down with Mike and Jen to discuss how they’re ministering to the youth and young adults in the Diocese of Camden. With Dr. Lee DelleMonache, diocesan religious education director, at their side, they talk about their passion projects and how faith is a lifelong adventure.

To learn more about the Notre Dame Echo Program, go to: https://mcgrath.nd.edu/service-learning/echo-graduate-service-program

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The Diocese of Camden is conducting 30 Eucharistic Revival talks through Spring 2022. On this week’s episode we’re featuring a recent talk by Fr. Tom Newton of St. Damien Parish in Ocean City, NJ, titled “The Eucharist: The Meal We Share.”

To learn more about the Eucharistic Revival in South Jersey and future talks being held in the region, go to: https://eucharisticrevivalsouthjersey.org/

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“What Saint Jerome is ignorant of, no mortal has ever known.”

From Saint Augustine’s lips poured these words describing this month’s featured saint- a student and scripture scholar with not only an intense devotion to the Lord, but a frequent bad temper and biting pen. Critical of others, he was more severe towards his own shortcomings. Above all, though, it is Saint Jerome’s dogged search for the truth that inspires Laurie and Pete, as they reveal the life and witness of this 4th and 5th century patron of Biblical scholars, students, and translators. Saint Jerome, pray for us!

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[Producers Note: This episode is not an ad for Cold Stone Creamery, however, we started talking to our guest about her store and, well, you’re going to learn a lot about the business :) However, don’t miss our conversation with our guest about her spirituality and how it’s buoyed her during the tough times.]

We love to highlight Catholic business owners. We love it even more if they own a place of business that serves food and they have us sample their products on air! On this episode of Talking Catholic, co-hosts Mike Walsh and Kari Janisse, got to sample one of their favorite desserts - ice cream - as they interview Cold Stone Creamery franchise owner, Mary Rowan. Mary shares about her faith journey and how opening this unique shop helped her deepen her faith! During the conversation, Mary opened her heart and her ice cream gallons to Mike and Kari. Visit Mary at her Cold Stone located at 2530 Aramingo Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19125.

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The Church celebrates Catechetical Sunday this weekend, and to honor the hard work of our catechists, Mike and Jen sit down with two who have spent most of their life in religious education: Dr. Lee DelleMonache, director of religious education for the Diocese of Camden, and Dolores Mozzillo, director of religious education in Christ the King Parish, Haddonfield. Lee and Dolores share what makes a good catechist, some of the successes and challenges, and the difference between religious education and sacramental prep. Plus, they discuss the importance of families taking an active role in the parish to help foster what their children are learning in class.

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We’re out of The Vault and into a bonafide studio this week as we visit with our friends from Domestic Church Media, Jim and Cheryl Manfredonia. The wonderful duo - who broadcast our pokey little show on their radio stations, app, and website - were kind enough to sit down with Jen and Mike to chat about how they met, their faith and what motivates them to broadcast the faith to the people.

As a special treat, we also talk a bit about their upcoming benefit concert supporting DCM, where Jim and their daughter Angela will be singing classics from Frank Sinatra, Judy Garland, Liza Minnelli and others, while Cheryl will be sitting in with Summer Swing Orchestra providing the music for the night. All are invited to the concert on Saturday, September 24 at 7 PM in the gorgeous theatre at Notre Dame High School in Lawrenceville, NJ. To learn more and to buy tickets, go to domesticchurchmedia.org.

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This week marks the beginning of the 2022-23 school year for our South Jersey Catholic Schools. As a preview, we brought together the staff of the Office of Catholic Schools to discuss the new school year. Host Marianela Nunez, and fill-in co-host Mike Bress, chat with their colleagues, including Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Bill Watson; Assistant Superintendent of School, Sr. Rose DiFluri; and Director of Curriculum, Dr. Bobby Lockwood, about what to expect from our schools this year in many areas including academics and faith - as well as what each of them is most looking forward to this year. It is a fun conversation between co-workers as they embark on another exciting school year.

Check out https://southjerseycatholicschools.org to learn about opportunities in your neighborhood.

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Last week’s episode was great, but it contained one terrible tragedy, our beloved Katie Comerford-Rivera only had about 5 minutes of airtime during our roundtable episode. Our host Mike Walsh decided that oversight needed to be rectified, so we brought her back this week to talk about her life as a fundraiser, how people can get more accustomed to fundraising, how to be strategic about it, and maybe we discussed a few Marvel Cinematic Universe topics at the end of the episode, too.

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"Nothing is far from God."

With these words, Saint Monica displayed a fervent faith and courageous heart as she prayed diligently for the conversion of her family. In this month’s Talking Saints, Laurie and Pete discuss the extraordinary life of this 4th century North African, whose tireless devotion and witness to the Lord inspired her son, Augustine, to follow her path to sainthood. Monica’s story can teach us all to persist in prayer for our loved ones away from the Catholic faith, understanding that any action for the Lord, could one day bear much fruit.

Saint Monica, patron of married women and the conversion of relatives, pray for us!

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During the summer we like to pull together some of our favorite guests for a roundtable chat about what’s been going on and what’s coming up. This week Marianela Nunez and Mike Walsh talk shop with regular guests Donna Ottaviano-Britt, Pete Sanchez and Katie Comerford-Rivera. We discuss the Synod (and how secular media still doesn’t know how to cover it), the Eucharistic Revival, Catholic Schools and a few other pieces of Catholic topics.

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We welcome back Fr. Josh Nevitt to the show today. He has new gigs that will make him quite well seen around South Jersey, so we thought it might be wise to reintroduce him to the world. Earlier this summer he was named priest secretary to the bishop and assistant director of vocations for the Camden Diocese. Both jobs will keep him on the road and in parishes with great frequency, so we figured you’d might like to know who that young priest is emceeing all of the bishop’s Masses. Jen Mauro and Mike Walsh talk to Fr. Nevitt about his past assignments, how they differ from the new jobs, and how he plans to serve the Catholic faithful in these new roles.

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The 2022-23 school year is almost upon us, and you know what that means: high school sports! This week, sports correspondent Mark Zimmaro chats with Talking Catholic’s Mike Walsh and Jen Mauro about the sports highlights from last school year and who to keep an eye on this fall. Plus, Mark discusses what it’s like to be a sports reporter, how he got his start and working for the Catholic Star Herald and other news outlets. Just recently, Mark was the main contributor for the Catholic Star Herald’s first, four-page Sports Supplement. Pick up a copy of the July 29 issue or visit catholicstarherald.org to read about the local, national and international splash our high-schoolers and alums are making in the sports world!

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This week, Talking Catholic returns to the offices of Catholic Charities, Diocese of Camden. We check in with Jose Sanchez, director of community services for immigration, refugee and migrants, and Ryan Collins, summer intern and rising junior at the University of Notre Dame, discuss how thy’ve been with Ukrainian and Afghan refugees, helping them navigate the legal system and get established in South Jersey. Also, Jose brings listeners up to speed on Catholic Charities’ new initiative – The Border is Everywhere – and how you can help make a difference. Speaking of which, Ryan talks Catholic Social Teaching and encourages young people not to feel shy about putting their faith in action.

For more information on The Border is Everywhere and how you can take part, email Jose.Sanchez@camdendiocese.org or call (856) 342 – 4100.

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Hosts Laurie and Pete are excited for listeners to get to know their “new American friend” on the road to canonization, Blessed Solanus Casey, on his feast day today, July 30. In between sharing stories of the early childhood and influential witness of this humble Detroit Capuchin, Laurie shares his advice for growing in the love of God, and Pete recalls the joyful Christmas morning that signaled a new life for this man. Blessed Solanus Casey, pray for us!

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It’s summer time and our intrepid hosts Kari Janisse and Mike Walsh were determined to record another podcast highlighting a Catholic restauranteur. So they headed down to Wildwood Crest with friend-of-the-show Father Cadmus (Mazz) Mazzarella, pastor of Notre Dame de la Mer Parish, to visit with a parishioner and owner of Carini Ristorante and Pizzeria, Giovanni (John) Sanzone. In addition to a great chat about the shore town and the restaurant family John grew up in, they also do a tasting of some of Carini’s best dishes. Mike has determined the pizza is the best he’s ever had in the United States.

To visit Carini’s Ristorante and Pizzeria, find them at 9854 Pacific Avenue, Wildwood Crest, NJ and check out their menu at https://cariniwc.com/.

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This week, Talking Catholic podcast hosts Mike Walsh and Jen Mauro are blessed to welcome three women with decades of experience working for the Catholic Church.

Dolores Orihel, secretary to the Bishop of Camden and the Diocese’s vocations director; Anna Summers, secretary to the vicar general and chancellor, and Susan Patullo, secretary to the vicar for clergy, share the changes they’ve seen over the years working for the Church since the late 1960s; their roles as de facto evangelizers, and how they have been inspired by the clergy, religious men and women, and lay people they encounter.

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We’re back on the road this week as Kari Janisse and Mike Walsh sit down with the volunteers who have kept the parish carnival of Our Lady of Peace Parish in Williamstown, NJ, up and running for nearly 50 years. We chat with the volunteers on the benefits to the parish, both in terms of funds raised and community activity, as well as what it takes to pull off a week-long event like this featuring rides, games, food and spirituality. If you’ve ever wondered if your parish should consider a carnival fundraiser, this is a great primer podcast. And as a special treat, stick around till the end when Mike tries all the best foods this carnival has to offer :) [Producer’s note: we recorded this in the midst of the carnival so there will be more background noise than usual.]

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This week, Marianela Nuñez and Jen Mauro sit down with Dr. Lee DelleMonache, Director of Religious Education for the Diocese of Camden. Lee supports parishes and Catholic schools in the faith formation of catechists, children, youth and adults on their journey of missionary discipleship. Lee brings nearly 30 years of experience working for educational and service organizations, with more than 25 of those years spent in Catholic-sponsored ministries where she strengthened her knowledge in lay ministry formation, workshop facilitation, and program planning and development.

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The United States Conference of Catholic Bishop’s has established July 22-29 as Religious Freedom Week in the United States. Religious freedom allows the Church, and all religious communities, to live out their faith in public and to serve the good of all. As Catholics, we are encouraged to pray, reflect, and act to promote religious freedom. Joining hosts Jen Mauro and Mike Walsh this week is Father Joseph D. Wallace, Diocese of Camden director of Ecumenical and Inter-religious Affairs and pastor of Christ the Redeemer Parish, Atco. Fr. Wallace, a columnist of the Catholic Star Herald, has written extensively on religious freedom and the relationship between the Catholic Church and the other world religions. [Producer’s note: this episode was recorded before the SCOTUS decision on Dobbs was announced.)

To learn more about Religious Freedom Week, check out https://www.usccb.org/committees/religious-liberty/religious-freedom-week

To read more from Fr. Wallace, check out all his Catholic Star Herald columns at: https://catholicstarherald.org/author/father-joseph-d-wallace/

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On this feast of Saint Aloysius Gonzaga, Talking Saints hosts Laurie and Pete shared the life of this 16th and 17th century Italian Jesuit and patron of youth, whose spiritual awakening at age 7 caused him to renounce the royal courts and military prestige around him, for a higher calling. As well, the hosts discuss his rigorous prayer life, and how much asceticism is too much asceticism? Saint Aloysius Gonzaga, patron of youth and seminarians, pray for us!

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Believe it or not, we’re less than halfway through the global Synod process. So to give us an update, we asked Donna M. Ottaviano-Britt, director of the Diocese of Camden’s Office of Discipleship and Leadership, and facilitator of the diocesan Synod process to join us this week. Donna notes the process has already begun to bear fruit on the parish level and has given her a great deal of hope for the future of our faith.

To learn more about the Synod, go to the Vatican website at https://www.synod.va/en.html or our Diocesan page at https://camdendiocese.org/synodresources/.

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Later this month, on the Feast of Corpus Christi, all the dioceses in the United States will begin a multi-year revival focused on the Eucharist, the source and summit of our Catholic faith. The first year will be focused at the diocesan level and the following year at the parish level. Joining us on this episode to discuss what is planned in the Diocese of Camden and why it is an important opportunity for the Catholic faithful, is Father Robert Hughes, vicar general and moderator of the curia. He gives us a great primer on the Eucharist and its importance not just to us as individuals but how it fosters in us the desire to help our communities.

On Saturday night, June 18, the Diocese of Camden will be kicking off the revival with a Eucharistic Procession on the boardwalk in Atlantic City beginning at 8 PM. Full details can be found here: https://camdendiocese.org/event/candlelight-eucharistic-procession/.

Also check out the Catholic Star Herald’s recent story on the revival’s start at: https://catholicstarherald.org/eucharistic-revival-to-begin-with-procession-on-atlantic-city-boardwalk/

To learn more about national efforts, check out: https://www.eucharisticrevival.org/, and locally, you can find events and resources at http://eucharisticrevivalsouthjersey.org/.

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All across the State of New Jersey, school graduations and advancements are taking place. Our own South Jersey Catholic Schools are no different, so it was time to have our annual State of the Catholic Schools episode with our beloved Dr. Bill Watson, Superintendent of the Diocese of Camden’s Office of Catholic Schools. During the episode, hosts Marianela Nunez and Mike Walsh chat with Bill about the recent Catholic high schools graduations and how our 30 schools in the diocese are maintaining their high level of academic achievement while remaining financially stable. It’s a very uplifting conversation.

To learn more about what our schools have to offer, go to: https://southjerseycatholicschools.org/

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For years, Mater Dei Prep High School in Middletown, N.J., has been preparing students to be advocates for peace and justice through its Global Leaders Institute. Led by educator George S. Anthony, the program has offered young people the opportunity to address world dignitaries, present a student-produced video combatting hate, and offer a workshop on effective and respectful communication – all at the United Nations in New York. This week, Talking Catholic sits down with Global Leaders Institute students – past and present – to discuss how the program has influenced their lives, expanded their world view and fostered their roles as future leaders of positive change. Mr. Anthony also explains how the Global Leaders Institute program is designed to work in any high school environment. He can be reached through https://peacedynamics.com.

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As the Catholic Church celebrates the feast of the “Apostle of England,” Laurie and Pete discuss Saint Augustine of Canterbury in the latest show. Learn how this 6th Century Roman monk became a model of evangelization and reconciliation in the faith, and how his life proves that good deeds can bear fruit long after they are performed. Saint Augustine of Canterbury, pray for us!

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While many of us watch the Russian invasion of Ukraine unfold from afar, Dina Brick, senior technical adviser for food security and markets for Catholic Relief Services, has seen the crisis firsthand. On the latest episode of Talking Catholic, Brick describes seeing families torn apart and those struggling to make ends meet during her time on the ground in neighboring Moldova. She discusses the importance of food security, how to aid Ukrainians in a way that promotes self-dignity and supports the local economy, and how the conflict is impacting food and gasoline prices across the globe.

To learn more or help CRS in its efforts, check out: https://support.crs.org/donate/donate-ukraine

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At a time where Americans’ mental health rating is at a 21-year low, Talking Catholic invites two experts in the field to discuss what we can do as individuals and a society to help our friends, family – and even ourselves. Sylvia Loumeau, MSW, LCSW, director of clinical services and social work for Catholic Charities of South Jersey, and her coworker, Breigha Dale, MSW, intensive case manager for the Welfare to Work program, talk with hosts Mike Walsh and Jen Mauro about how May, Mental Health Awareness Month, should not be the only time we talk about depression, anxiety, stress, drug abuse, loneliness and more. In addition to discussing therapy and a spiritual direction, Loumeau brings to light a new 988 suicide and crisis hotline being launched this summer by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. For more information, visit samhsa.gov/find-help/988.

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On today’s episode, hosts Jen Mauro, Marianela Nunez and Mike Walsh do a news round-up of Catholic interests, including the SCOTUS leak, the restructuring of the Catholic New Service, the upcoming priest ordinations, and graduations. Then, Marianela and Mike chat with Fr. Tim Byerley and Kathy O’Callaghan, pastor of Saint Peter’s Parish and principal of St. Peter’s Elementary School in Merchantville, about how the school is continuing the celebration of Easter and how the ties between the parish and school add to the richness of the educational experience for the students.

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May is the month for Brain Cancer awareness. The color ribbon is gray and on this episode hosts Mike Walsh and Kari Janisse “go Gray in May” with a beautiful guest, Diana Butkus, speaking about childhood cancer awareness and the life of her son Jaxson. Diana shares beautifully how she and her family bravely and gracefully journeyed through Jaxson’s battle with ATRT Brain Cancer. She talks about how her family & friends and their Catholic faith helped them during their journey. She also shares many statistics and facts about childhood cancer and how we can help further research in this much needed field! We honor the lives of all of those lost to Cancer and we pray for families like the Butkus family, who share their loss and their hearts with us.

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“Nothing great is ever achieved without much enduring.” Mystic, author, church reformer, and Doctor of the Church, Saint Catherine of Siena is the focus of this month’s Talking Saints on her Feast Day today. Hosts Laurie and Pete unpack the life of this 14th century woman who remains a model today of discipleship, devotion to the Church, and love for the marginalized.  Saint Catherine of Siena, Patron of Italy and defender of the papacy, pray for us!

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Looking to put your faith in action? This week, we get an in-depth look at how Catholic Relief Services helps communities on a local, national and global level – and how you can be a voice of change!

First, CRS Community Engagement Manager Thomas Hollywood gives a firsthand account of how local funds help provide housing, clean water, schooling opportunities and more in areas such as Africa, Ecuador and Sudan.

Then, fellow CRS Community Engagement Manager Jessica A. Morrell explains how some of New Jersey’s Catholic students and parishioners are starting local CRS volunteer clubs and chapters and making their voices heard. And, she wants you to know there are two opportunities coming up where you can learn more!

Register to attend one of the upcoming information sessions on Zoom at https://support.crs.org/form/chapter-event-register-eng for either: * Tuesday, April 26, at 8 p.m. EDT / 7 p.m. CDT * Wednesday, April 27, at 4 p.m. EDT / 1 p.m. PDT To learn more about Catholic Relief Services, visit https://www.crs.org/ or contact Jessica at Jessica.Morrell@crs.org.

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Yes, our guest this episode is Mark Wahlberg. Really.

And since his movie about a priest comes out this week, we’re putting out the podcast a few days early.

Our hard-working host Jen Mauro was able to sit down with him one-on-one for 12 minutes while he was in Philadelphia on a press tour for his new movie “Father Stu” (https://www.fatherstumovie.com/), which follows the life of Father Stuart Long, a boxer-turned-priest who inspired countless people during his journey from self-destruction to redemption. Jen chats with him about the movie, his perspective on why Fr. Stu is such a compelling figure, as well as his own connection to the Catholic faith.

Prior to the interview, Jen and Mike Walsh also chat a little about some upcoming events, including the Way of St. James Walk in Ventnor on April 30 (https://camdendiocese.org/event/the-way-of-st-james-intergenerational-pilgrimage-walk/), the upcoming ordination of five diocesan priests on May 14, and the New Jersey Catholic Youth Rally at Six Flags Great Adventure on May 15 (https://camdendiocese.org/event/nj-catholic-youth-rally-2022/).

You can also read more about Jen’s interview with Mark here: https://catholicstarherald.org/wahlberg-optimistic-father-stu-will-reignite-hope/

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This episode is a special treat as hosts Jen Mauro and Mike Walsh welcome Fr. Jason Rocks, Chancellor of the Diocese of Camden, to the show. The trio discuss Holy Week and the many opportunities it provides for Catholics to become closer to Christ by walking with Him on His journey from Palm Sunday to Holy Thursday, Good Friday and Easter. We also discuss the uniqueness of the Chrism Mass and the recent iRace4Vocations.

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This week we travel to one of our favorite locations, Hammonton, NJ, to chat with Fr. David Rivera, pastor of Saint Mary of Mount Carmel Parish, as well as Lisa-Maria Lorusso and Susan Davidow, about the parish’s new initiatives, a Montessori school and their parish youth organization. The Catholic Montessori school will be the first of its kind in South Jersey, blending unique learning experiences with the Catholic faith for elementary students.

To learn more about Saint Mary of Mount Carmel Parish’s Montessori school go to https://www.facebook.com/CarmelChildrensHouse, and for its youth sports programs, go to https://www.smmcp.net/.

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One of our favorite guests is back on the show this week! The hardworking and delightful Katie Comerford-Rivera joins us to chat about her recent promotion, the status of the Diocese of Camden’s annual fundraising campaign - the House of Charity - and we even do a little Marvel Cinematic Universe talk to end the show. Katie is always a blast to chat with and our hosts Jen Maura and Mike Walsh loved every second of it.

To learn more about the House of Charity, go to: https://camdendiocese.org/hoc/

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Who is the “Pearl of York,” the 16th century English mother, martyr, and defender of the faith who courageously refused to compromise her Catholic ideals, and in the process evangelized not only her family, but the community around her? In this month’s Talking Saints, hosts Laurie and Pete unpack the life of Saint Margaret Clitherow, whose bones were broken, but not her spirit. As well, Laurie shares an inspiring personal story on her own introduction to this woman. Saint Margaret Clitherow, Patron of Converts and Martyrs, pray for us!

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As we’re midway through the Lenten season, our hosts Marianela Nunez and Mike Walsh thought it was a good time to see how religion classes are experiencing Lent during the school day. They chat with two great religion teachers in South Jersey Catholic Schools, Jeana Davi from Saint Mary’s Catholic School in Williamstown, NJ, and Ashlei Wyant from Assumption Regional Catholic School in Galloway, NJ. The duo discuss how they teach elementary school students, both little and big, about our faith using very tactile tools that helps students more easily understand Catholicism, and specially, Lent. It’s a great conversation with a ton of useful tips for parents and teachers alike.

To learn about South Jersey Catholic Schools, check out https://southjerseycatholicschools.org.

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After a two-year hiatus, our favorite outdoor event on the Diocese of Camden’s calendar is back, iRace4Vocations! The annual faithraiser dedicated to supporting vocations to the priesthood and religious life returns on April 3 at Cooper River Park in Pennsauken. The event features an outdoor Mass with Bishop Dennis Sullivan and our seminarians, a sanctioned 5K run, a 1 mile walk, fun, games and food - all for FREE! Joining us to chat about the event, and the impact it had on his own vocation journey, is Fr. Adam Cichoski, Director of Vocations of the Diocese of Camden. Our hosts Jen Mauro and Mike Walsh grill Fr. Adam about what participants can expect and why the event is so important to current and future seminarians.

Fr. Adam invites everyone who wishes to attend this free event to register soon (and you get a free iRace4Vocations t-shirt if you do) at https://camdenpriest.org/irace4vocations/

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We continue our religious communities series this week with a chat about the Vincentian Congregation, a clerical society in the Syro-Malabar Church based in India with a direct lineage to the Vincentians of France founded by Saint Vincent de Paul in 1624. The Catholic faith in India can be tracked by to the Apostle Thomas who visited in 54 AD. Joining us today to talk about their community is Fr. Sanjai Devis, VC; Fr. Shaji Muttathottil, VC; and Fr. Naveen Borlakunta, VC. The trio, who now call Our Lady of Peace Parish in Williamstown, NJ, their home - where Fr. Devis serves as pastor - chat with us about their community, each of their vocation paths, the Catholic faith in India, and how they have served the Church throughout their ministry. Our hosts Kari Janisse and Mike Walsh came away truly enlightened, and we think you will, too.

To learn more about the Vincentian Congregation, check out: http://vincentiancongregation.org/

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As Lent begins this week, our co-hosts Jen Mauro and Mike Walsh wanted to help everyone get into the spirit of the season so they invited on to the show Fr. Ed Kolla, retired priest and regular contributor to the Catholic Star Herald newspaper, and Donna Ottaviano-Britt, head of the Diocese of Camden’s Secretariat for Pastoral Outreach. The group chat about the uniqueness of Ash Wednesday and the three pillars of the Lenten season - sacrifice, prayer, alms giving - and the many forms those can take.

Fr. Kolla’s GREAT columns can be found here: https://catholicstarherald.org/author/father-edward-kolla/

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It’s a hosts-only episode this week, and Mike Walsh was surprised to learn it’s the 5th anniversary of the podcast! He and Jen Mauro chat a little about the history of the show and some news items from the week, including two New Jersey Catholic Conference legislative alerts, a Knights of Columbus team-up to help tornado victims in Kentucky and a Synod and Eucharistic Revival update. As for the 5th anniversary, we promise to do something nice for it in the near future, maybe even our first live audience show since the 100th episode!

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Much to our co-host Mike Walsh’s surprise, it’s Catholic Press Month! His far wiser co-host Jen Mauro set him straight and the two brought together a legendary grouping of Catholic journalists to chat about the vocation.

Joining us today is J.D. Long-Garcia, a senior editor at America Magazine (and past-president of the Catholic Media Association); Matthew Gambino, director & general manager of Catholic Philly; and out own Catholic Star Herald staff writer (and multi-award winning podcaster) Peter Sanchez. The crew chat about their various routes to the Catholic journalist profession, the changes they’ve seen in this media space, and their dedication to telling the Catholic truth, despite the difficulties it can cause.

To read more from J.D., go to: https://www.americamagazine.org/voices/jd-long-garcia To read more from Matt, go to: https://catholicphilly.com/ To read more from Pete, go to: https://catholicstarherald.org/author/peter/

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On today’s Talking Saints, hosts Laurie and Pete share the buzz on Saint Abigail, patron saint of honeybees and beekeepers. This medieval Irish saint from County Clare, Ireland, also known as Saint Gobnait, left her domestic family to find a home serving God and his people. In this episode, learn more about this saint’s literal path to holiness, and the glory of living a life worthy of eternity.

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This week we continue our occasional series on women religious by chatting with Sister Stacie Marie Gagnon of the Franciscan Missionaries of the Immaculate Heart of Mary. We chat with her about her own vocation calling and the unique twists and turns it took, including long stints in Europe, the Middle East and China, before returning stateside for the moment as she’s teaching fifth-graders in Saint Michael the Archangel Regional School in Clayton, NJ. She left our hosts Kari Janisse and Mike Walsh speechless more than once with her vocation story :)

Sister Stacie has been featured in a few of our sister outlets recently, too, in print and on YouTube: Catholic Star Herald newspaper: https://catholicstarherald.org/communicating-the-gospel-through-consecrated-life/ Youth Ministry Insights show: https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/podcast/youth-ministry-insights-sharing-vocation-stories/

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It’s one of our favorite weeks of the year, Catholic Schools Week, where we take a few days to revel in the Catholic school experience and encourage families to consider a Catholic school education for their children. Our hosts Marianela Nunez and Mike Walsh are joined by three great Catholic elementary school principals: Patti Paulsen of Holy Angels School in Woodbury, Sr. Michele DeGregorio of St. Margaret’s School in Woodbury Heights, and Kathy O’Callaghan of St. Peter’s School in Merchantville. The group discusses wha makes a Catholic education the gift of a lifetime and why they have chosen to remain in Catholic education for so long.

To learn more about South Jersey Catholic Schools check out: https://southjerseycatholicschools.org.

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The parish level portion of the XVI Ordinary General Assembly of the Synod of Bishops has completed in the Diocese of Camden, so we invited the co-chair of the diocesan efforts, Donna Ottaviano-Britt, on to the show to discuss the process so far, what the plan is for the spring, and what she would advise other dioceses who are still working through the parish process. It’s a very informative chat with our hosts Jen Mauro and Mike Walsh. [Producer’s note: Mike referenced in the episode the parish document they are beginning the review phase for, sadly he was wrong when he said it was 12,000 words long. It’s actually 120,000 words long!)

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It’s bittersweet day at Talking Catholic, one of our favorite guests and colleagues is leaving Catholic Charities, Diocese of Camden for bigger things. Over the last 5 years, Cristina Chillem has gone from a volunteer straight out of college to an expert grant writer and program director overseeing the Health and Wellness initiative in Salem County. She’s moving on to take the reigns of another organization in Salem County as executive director, but before she goes, Mary McCusker and Mike Walsh sit down with her to discuss her time at Catholic Charities, what she’s learned and what she’ll be taking with her to the new job. We’ll miss her greatly, but we’re thrilled she’ll be bringing the tenets of Catholic Charities to a new population!

With big legislative news in New Jersey having been announced today, we decided to bring you an emergency crossover Talking Catholic and Am I Not Here podcast to bring everyone up to speed on the details. Joining Am I Not Here host Tara Smith and Talking Catholic host Mike Walsh is the New Jersey Catholic Conference executive director James King and Jennifer Ruggiero, head of the Secretariat for Family and Pastoral Life for the Diocese of Metuchen.

The New Jersey State Senate and General Assembly have this week released from committees two bills, S49 & A6260, that would codify and, potentially, expand access to abortion in the state. Jim and Jennifer discuss the intricacies of the bills and what all Catholics and New Jerseyans can do to make their opposition heard by state politicians. The bills are expected to be voted on no later than Monday, January 10. To learn more about these bills and to notify your representative, go to: https://njcatholic.org/faith-in-action.

We also discuss on the show today several other pro-life concerns at both the state and federal level.

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Talking Saints kicks off the New Year with a discussion on this month’s Saint, John Neumann. Hosts Laurie and Pete dive into the life of this 19th century Bohemia-born Redemptorist and American bishop, who built more than 90 churches and established the first Catholic diocesan school system in the United States. This missionary can teach all how to courageously serve the Lord, no matter where the journey takes us. Saint John Neumann, patron saint of immigrants and educators, pray for us!

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We made it to 2022! To celebrate, Jen Mauro and Mike Walsh invited onto the show our friends from the Keepin’ It Catholic YouTube show (https://www.youtube.com/TalkingCatholic), Star Martinez and Jose Rodriguez. The quartet discuss making it through 2021, their pastoral plans for 2022, and perhaps most importantly, Star and Jose’s upcoming nuptials!

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It’s our second annual crossover episode where we welcome back the hosts of one of our favorite podcasts, Am I Not Here. Tara Smith and Jerry Wutkowski – the director and associate director of communications for the Diocese of Metuchen. The duo join us in studio to chat about what we did in 2021 and what we have planned in 2022. Our own host Jen Mauro did her best to keep the podcast on track but co-host Mike Walsh may have had one or two epic rants that yanked back the curtain on what it’s like to be a Catholic communicator. Spoiler alert: Jerry asks for prayers. December is a busy month :) Check out Am I Not Here on your favorite podcast player or at https://lightingheartsonfire.org/aminothere.

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This week, we’re talking Advent and spirituality in our Catholic schools with guests Fr. Joshua Nevitt, Holy Spirit High School Director of Catholic Identity, and Jennifer LaRosa, Camden Catholic High School Director of Campus Ministry. Our hosts Marianela Nunez and Mike Walsh chat with the duo about the spiritual nature of our schools, what a day in their school lives look like, and how they’re preparing their students for Advent and Christmas.

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This week we wanted to bring you a podcast all about Advent, instead it become a smorgasbord of seasonal topics that also included the Feast of the Immaculate Conception, the Solemnity of Our Lady of Guadalupe, and some discussion of a few American saints in waiting. Joining us in this chat is a fan favorite - who has been absent from the podcast for far too long - the beloved Fr. Vince Guest, now pastor of Sacred Heart Parish in Camden. He joins our hosts Jen Mauro and Mike Walsh to talk about all of this and more!

We also highlight a combined Advent initiative between his parish and the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception Parish focused on the themes of Hope, Peace, Love & Joy that takes place every Thursday at 7 PM. To learn more go to: https://www.sacredheartcamden.net.

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“It is not the actual physical exertion that counts towards one’s progress, nor the nature of the task, but by the spirit of faith with which it is undertaken.”

Today the Catholic Church remembers the example of Saint Francis Xavier, prolific missionary and one of the first members of the Society of Jesus. On this his feast day, Talking Saints’ Laurie and Pete reflect on the miles he traveled, his “creative evangelization,” and his fearless faith in following God’s call.

The hosts also conclude this Year of Saint Joseph with the final Litany to the head of the Holy Family, which can be found at https://www.usccb.org/prayer-and-worship/prayers-and-devotions/litanies/litany-of-saint-joseph

Saint Francis Xavier, Patron of Missionaries, pray for us!

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Advent begins this week so we thought we’d bring you a unique perspective on prayer. We’re joined by Josemon Abraham, a devotee of Taizé Prayer - a style of meditative prayer developed by an ecumenical community of monks in rural France, which had it’s start in the 1940’s. Josemon gives us a thorough history of the Taizé community, its distinctive prayer style and how it has become beloved by so many Christians around the world, especially young adults. Our co-host Kari Janisse was exposed to it several years ago and was thoroughly impressed, even our jaded and prayer-deficient co-host Mike Walsh enjoyed it. The prayer time typically includes a few songs, a psalm, a Bible reading, time of silence and intercessions. Short songs (chants), sung repeatedly, give it a meditative character. The words and phrases used in these chants are taken from the Holy Bible or writings of saints. Meditative singing thus becomes a way of listening to God. It allows everyone to take part in a time of prayer together and to remain together in attentive waiting on God. Please check our parish website for more information. If you are interested in the Taize experience, all are welcome to join Josemon as he leads a prayer event at Our Lady of Peace Parish, St. Mary’s Church, 32 Carroll Ave., Williamstown, NJ on Tuesday, December 7th from 7-8 PM in the parish’s St. Anne's room. Listen to Talking Catholic on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Play, Stitcher, SoundCloud, Amazon podcasts, Audible, Alexa or at talking.catholicstarherald.org/show/talk…-catholic. You can also catch us on Domestic Church Media radio Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM domesticchurchmedia.org. Follow us on... Facebook: www.facebook.com/TalkingCatholic Instagram: www.instagram.com/talkingcatholic Twitter: twitter.com/talkingcatholic

Earlier this month, the Catholic Church dedicated a week to promoting vocations in the United States. It’s a topic we never want to miss, so we bring you a belated but brilliant conversation featuring one of our favorite guests, Fr. Adam Cichoski, Director of Vocations for the Diocese of Camden. Fr. Adam is always a delight and our hosts Jen Mauro and Mike Walsh had a blast chatting with him. If you or someone you know may have a calling to the priesthood, check out https://camdenpriest.org/.

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On this feast of Saint Margaret of Scotland, Talking Saints hosts Laurie and Pete dive into the life of this 11th century model of charity and the domestic church. An English princess born in Hungary, this saint married King Malcolm Canmore III of Scotland at the age of 25. Her work to help the poor, correct Catholic abuses, care for her husband and eight children, and her holiness earned her the title “Pearl of Scotland” from those around her. Saint Margaret of Scotland, Patroness of Scotland, pray for us!

Our hosts, as well, in this Year of Saint Joseph, continue the recitation of “The Litany of Saint Joseph,” which can be found here: https://www.usccb.org/prayer-and-worship/prayers-and-devotions/litanies/litany-of-saint-joseph

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We may be a little biased, but we think Catholic schools are consistently the best option for most families. They provide excellent academics, dedicated faculty, and a deeper connection to our faith. With those thoughts in mind, we brought in some guests that live this values every day. Joining hosts Marianela Nunez and Mike Walsh today are are educators Dr. Janice DeCicco Fipp, principal at St. Joseph Regional School in Somers Point, NJ; Tom Iacovone, Jr., principal at Gloucester Catholic Junior and Senior High School in Gloucester City, NJ; Patricia Naples, middles school science teacher at Assumption Regional School in Gallaway, NJ; and the new Communications and Marketing Manager for the Diocese of Camden’s Office of Catholic Schools, Michael Bress. It is a wonderful conversation about the guests’ educational paths, the benefits of Catholic school education, and how you can discover more about South Jersey Catholic schools. The nationwide Discover Catholic Schools Week begins on November 14, to learn more about South Jersey Catholic Schools, visit https://southjerseycatholicschools.org/.

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This week we’re talking pilgrimages, both local and international. Our guests this week include pilgrimage guru Fr. Robert Hughes, vicar general for the diocese of Camden, and listener favorite Donna Ottaviano-Britt who famously had her professional life forever changed thanks to a pilgrimage. The two chat with hosts Jen Mauro and Mike Walsh about what differentiates a pilgrimage from a trip/vacation, the intense spirituality but also joyful camaraderies they’ve witnessed on pilgrimages and promo some of the upcoming pilgrimages Fr. Hughes is hosting (the Holy Land & Italy, Ireland, Germany, Alaska and Turkey & Greece).

To learn more about some of these pilgrimages, go to: https://www.pilgrimages.com/frhughes.

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In honor of the Solemnity of All Saints, we invited to the show our resident saint experts Laurie Power and Pete Sanchez of the award-winning Talking Saints podcast. The duo walk hosts Kari Jannise and Mike Walsh through a litany of saintly topics including the canonization process, their favorite saints, and how to utilize the saints. It’s a great conversation touching on many saints, both famous and little-known.

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We don’t often think about the professionals working for the Church, but in every diocese in the world professionals work every day to keep the lights on, provide services, handle the accounting, staff the schools, and a myriad of other blue-collar and white-collar jobs. With that in mind we brought a few of our favorite people together to chat, both in terms of why they work for the Church and who they look to hire. Joining hosts Jen Mauro and Mike Walsh today are Diocese of Camden professionals Karen Fisher, manager of parish-based senior programs for VITALity Catholic Healthcare Services; Kevin Hickey, executive director of Catholic Charities; and Dr. Bill Watson, Superintendent of Schools. It’s a great conversation on the personal, professional and spiritual fulfillment that can be found working for our faith.

If you are interested in joining us, check out our job listings at https://camdendiocese.org/employment or attend our diocesan job fair on Nov. 10 from 3-7 PM at St. Mary’s Parish, 2001 Springdale Road, Cherry Hill, NJ.

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“Open wide the doors to Christ.”

With these words, Pope John Paul II began his pontificate in 1978, and in the next three decades, he sought to show the masses how to embrace a life for Jesus. In the latest Talking Saints, Laurie and Pete share the life and teachings of a Saint who wasn’t afraid to reveal his own joys and sufferings, on mission of a “springtime of evangelization” to bring God’s love to all hearts and minds.

Our hosts, as well, in this Year of Saint Joseph, continue the recitation of “The Litany of Saint Joseph,” which can be found here: https://www.usccb.org/prayer-and-worship/prayers-and-devotions/litanies/litany-of-saint-joseph

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This week, across the globe, dioceses began the process that will result in the XVI Ordinary General Assembly of the Synod of Bishops in 2023. This two-year worldwide conversation begins in the local church and will methodically move it’s way from parishes, to deaneries, to ecclesiastical provinces, to national conferences, and finally to the Vatican. To discuss this unique effort we brought back our resident Vatican watcher, Catholic Star Herald columnist and professor at Loyola University Chicago’s Institute of Pastoral Studies, Michael Canaris, Ph.D.. He gives us an insight into Pope Francis’ perspective on the Synod. Also joining him, and hosts Jen Mauro and Mike Walsh, is pod favorite Donna Ottaviano-Britt, who heads the Diocese of Camden’s Secretariat for Pastoral Outreach. Donna gives us a glimpse of what the Synod will look like at the local level.

If you want to learn more about the Synod, in a very understandable way, we recommend Fr. Robert Hughes’s recent column in the Catholic Star Herald: https://catholicstarherald.org/communion-participation-and-mission-a-synod-begins/

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It’s been an incredibly busy few weeks in Catholic world, so Jen Mauro and Mike Walsh brought in someone working at least as much as they are to talk shop - Jose Rodrigues, the Director of Family and Youth Ministry for the Diocese of Camden. As Catholic world is in full-swing again, the trio talk about a recent, hugely successful catechist event, an upcoming Synod event that will feature the awarding of Bishop Dennis Sullivan’s first Bishop’s Medal to parishioners and staff in South Jersey, and Jose’s own upcoming nuptials! (Producer’s note: to Jose’s fiancée Star, you are welcome on the podcast anytime to offer rebuttal.) Mike also publicly announces his favorite of the six Talking Catholic YouTube shows (no chance that causes any rifts…)

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At the midpoint of Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15-Oct. 15), hosts Marianela Nunez and Mike Walsh chat with two favorite returning guests, Fr. Rene Canales, pastor, Our Lady of Guaduple Parish Shrine, Lindenwold, NJ and Helen Persing, principal, Saint John Paul II Elementary School, Stratford, NJ. Fr. Canales and Mrs. Persing have been working together as pastor and principal for only a year, but their individual work with Hispanic populations has been at the forefront of their daily lives for many years. On today’s show, we discuss the uniqueness of the many Latino cultures living in the South Jersey region and the benefits that are discovered when they are welcomed into our parish and school communities.

Fr. Canales has his own story as well, which we didn’t get to chat with him about on the podcast, but should not be missed as he became a U.S. citizen only a few short years ago. Read about it here: https://catholicstarherald.org/father-canales-embraced-by-the-nation-he-has-come-to-love/

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September 20-26 was #NationalMigrationWeek – a longstanding celebration and opportunity for the Church to reflect on the circumstances confronting migrants and refugees. In this episode, we hear from J. Antonio Fernandez, President/CEO of Catholic Charities of San Antonio, who has years of experience in Catholic Charities leadership across the nation. He shares with Mary McCusker his perspectives and stories – many of which are not often not seen in the media. He’s an incredibly insightful and inspiring leader who has seen migration first-hand at the border for years and has responded to the needs of many influxes of migrants who have come to our country. Give it a listen, and stay tuned to hear our other speakers who joined us this week! #NMW2021

This episode’s interview was one of three Zoom presentations conducted by Catholic Charities of South Jersey during National Migration Week. To learn more, go to catholiccharitiescamden.org or to their Facebook or YouTube pages.

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This week we welcome back a favorite guest, Deacon Jim Hallman, of Our Lady of Peace Parish in Williamstown, NJ. He discusses with hosts Kari Janisse and Mike Walsh an upcoming presentation at his parish featuring more than 150 relics of Catholic saints, including relics of St. Maria Goretti, St. Therese of Lisieux, St. Francis of Assisi, St. Anthony of Padua, St. Thomas Aquinas, and St. Faustina Kowalska. Throughout history, many lives have been forever changed thanks to being in the presence of relics. The trio discuss several famous relic interactions, as well as their own personal moments in the presence of relics. This presentation on sacred relics, led by Father Carlos Martins of the Companions of the Cross, will be offered on September 23rd at Our Lady of Peace Parish at 6:30 PM. Those in attendance will be able to examine and venerate each relic.

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Even when we experience disappointment and suffering, God is making a joyful life for us. Caterina Fieschi’s desired life of entering the convent turned into a married life of spousal infidelity and financial ruin, but the Genoese woman soon understood God’s greater plan for her, after a transformative night in confession. Hear the story of the saint we now call Catherine of Genoa on the latest Talking Saints today, Sept. 15, her feast day.

As well, hosts Laurie and Pete continue the Litany of Saint Joseph. Follow along by finding the prayer at https://www.usccb.org/prayer-and-worship/prayers-and-devotions/litanies/litany-of-saint-joseph

Saint Catherine of Genoa, Patron of Brides and Temptations, pray for us!

P.S. This day is doubly blessed, as it is also the birthday of co-host Laurie! The Talking Saints team wishes a fantastic day and many more to a joyful and inspiring friend! Send Laurie some birthday blessings in the comments!

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This week we bring in 4 of our 5 co-hosts for a chat about what we are focusing on for Fall 2021 in the Catholic Church. Mike Walsh, Kari Janisse, Marianela Nunez and Jennifer Mauro discuss the opening of another youth ministry year and school year, as well as diocesan and Vatican news. It’s a great chat with a lot of things we should be excited about in the Church as we move into Autumn.

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After a little well-deserved R&R, our hosts Marianela Nunez and Mike Walsh return to the podcast with a Back to School episode featuring one of our favorite guests Dr. Bill Watson, Secretary for Catholic Education and Superintendent of Schools for the Diocese of Camden. The trio talk about the successes achieved by the 30+ schools in the Diocese of Camden last year as they opened for 5-day-a-week in-school learning and how the schools are preparing for the new school year as veterans of pandemic-times education. We also chat a little bit about how the curriculum of Catholic Schools, as well as parish-based religious education programs, provide tools for students that can't be found in any other educational venue. To learn more about these education opportunities, go to: SouthJerseyCatholicSchools.org

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As summer is drawing to a close, hosts Mike Walsh and Kari Janisse took a little trip there not to catch some rays, but to eat some good food and enjoy a great chat with two of the co-owners of the Doo-Wop Drive-In Restaurant in Wildwood Crest: Bryan and Karen Grant, parishioners of Our Lady of Peace Parish, in Williamstown, NJ. We chat not only about their AMAZING food (creations of their fellow co-owners Jason and Kim Kramer) but also their faith and Karen's conversion to Catholicism.

You can check out their menu and specials at http://doowopdrivein.com or take a look at their gorgeous food platters on Instagram or facebook at @doowopdrivein.

[Producers note: this was recorded in an office above the restaurant, so there is some ambient noise throughout that we tried to minimize as best we could.]

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We FINALLY got on the show two of our most requested podcast guests, Molly & Mike Bedics. While they may not be recognizable by name, for anyone who was watching Bishop Dennis Sullivan’s live-streamed Sunday Masses during the height of the pandemic, they became local celebrities. The married duo provided the music during these Masses and comment after comment on the broadcasts praised their singing for the joy it brought people during those dark times. Today, our hosts Mary McCusker and Mike Walsh dive a little deeper into their lives, chatting about Mike’s role as the Director of the Office of Worship and Christian Initiation for the Diocese of Camden and Molly’s role as a special education teacher, their family life, and their how they spend their downtime.

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“It is well done. Turn me over!”

Lying on a hot gridiron, on the brink of death, Saint Lawrence kept his sense of joy and humor to the last, knowing his martyrdom would bring him to the glory that he longed for.

On the feast of this 3rd century Deacon, Talking Saints hosts Laurie and Pete share the life and death of a holy man who inspired the early Catholic Church, and continues to motivate others to live fearlessly.

Saint Lawrence, pray for us!

Our hosts, as well, in this Year of Saint Joseph, continue the recitation of “The Litany of Saint Joseph,” which can be found here: https://www.usccb.org/prayer-and-worship/prayers-and-devotions/litanies/litany-of-saint-joseph

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It’s been a busy Vatican Summer and with a full Vatican Autumn looming. With this in mind we asked noted Catholic Star Herald columnist and professor at Loyola University Chicago’s Institute of Pastoral Studies, Michael Canaris, Ph.D., to join us on the podcast to do a deep dive on a few topics. First up, hosts Jennifer Mauro and Mike Walsh chat with Mike about Pope Francis’ July 16th letter “Traditionis Custodes” (Guardians of the Tradition), declaring the liturgical books promulgated after the Second Vatican Council to be “the unique expression of the ‘lex orandi‘ (law of worship) of the Roman Rite” and what the pontiff was likely considering with it’s release. We also have a short conversation about the upcoming worldwide Synod beginning in October (don’t worry, that topic will get a full episode later this year) and we chat about a few of Mike’s recent Catholic Star Herald columns.

If you would like to read more from Dr. Canaris, check out all his columns here: https://catholicstarherald.org/author/michael-m-canaris

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On today’s episode our hosts Mary McCusker and Mike Walsh introduce you to the new managing editor of The Catholic Star Herald, Jennifer Mauro. The official newspaper of the Diocese of Camden has seen its first change in leadership in 26 years as the former managing editor Carl Peters retired in July after 32 years at the paper. Mary and Mike give Carl a proper sendoff and then chat with Jen on her path from secular journalism to Catholic journalism.

If you’re not yet a subscriber, feel free to check out the award-winning newspaper here: https://catholicstarherald.org.

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In another sign of the return of normalcy, we’re thrilled to be talking about the Summer in the City youth program returning in-person this August! Joining our hosts Mary McCusker and Mike Walsh are the Director of Youth, Young Adult and Campus Ministries for the Diocese of Camden, Jose Rodriguez, and former Summer in the City participant and current junior counselor Yen Nguyen.

SITC is a week–long immersion project where the participant is given the opportunity to live and work the gospel of service and social justice through the gift of self. The combination of service at multiple work sites and spiritual reflection sessions gives young people the chance to use their talents and abilities to help their neighbor, and increase their awareness and understanding of the importance of the rights and dignity of the human person.

Participation is open to any student who is entering or in high school. To learn more about this great week and to register, go to: https://camdendiocese.org/youth-ministries/summer-in-the-city

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As the world slowly seems to be getting back to normal, so does the world of Catholic news. Our solo host today, Mike Walsh, updates us about the installation of the Knights of Columbus New Jersey State Council, pro-life advocacy efforts, the upcoming World Day of Grandparents and the Elderly, and a column series from Bishop Dennis Sullivan highlighting his 50 years as a priest.

Then Mike welcomes back to the show one of our favorite guests, Katie Comerford-Rivera, Associate Director of Development for the Diocese of Camden. They discuss the nuances of fundraising, an update on her own work, and the two have a quick discussion about their own fandom of the Marvel Cinematic Universe to end the podcast. Don’t worry, no spoilers :)

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How many of us, at the point of death, would ask that our enemies be “with me in heaven forever?”

Saint Maria Goretti did say this on her deathbed, and not request just any enemy- but her murderer, Allesandro Serenelli.

The faith, love, and mercy of this young Italian girl, 11-years-old when she was killed for resisting Allesandro’s advances, are recounted by our Talking Saints’ co-hosts Laurie and Pete today, the feast of Saint Maria Goretti.

Her powerful story of forgiveness continues to touch the hearts of others, including Allesandro, who repented while in prison and attended her canonization in 1950, along with 500,000 others - one of the largest crowds ever for the declaring of a saint.

Saint Maria Goretti, Patron of youth, purity, and victims of rape, pray for us!

Our hosts, as well, in this Year of Saint Joseph, continue the recitation of “The Litany of Saint Joseph,” which can be found here: https://www.usccb.org/prayer-and-worship/prayers-and-devotions/litanies/litany-of-saint-joseph

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Recently, The Joy of Love & Family Conference Series was made available on-line. This virtual conference, the result of a partnership among the five Catholic dioceses of New Jersey, will run though November and offer monthly presentations from acclaimed speakers from across the Catholic landscape who will be focusing on various aspects of family life, at all its stages. Joining us on the podcast today is the co-creator of the conference, Cristina D’Averso-Collins, the Director of Family Life for the Diocese of Metuchen. Cristina is an accomplished family life and campus minister with a passion for helping people understand the faith and how they can be active participants in it. Mike Walsh and guest host Donna Ottaviano-Britt chat with Cristina about all the conference has to offer Catholics in New Jersey and around the nation.

With more than 30 talks, some of which will be included as part of the series’ Spanish track, the conference has presentations for teens, young people, single parents, newlyweds, married couples, and even for grandparents on how to care for their adult children and grandchildren.

To learn more about The Joy of Love & Family Conference Series and to view the June and July presentations now available, go to https://lightingheartsonfire.org/joylovefamily.

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This week, Mary McCusker and Mike Walsh chat with two lively, passionate members of Catholic Charities of South Jersey: Stephanie Mekal, who works as a case manager in Camden county, and Jerry Grant, a social work intern. Both dive into their different backgrounds and how they wound up serving at Catholic Charities. Give it a listen to learn more about each of their roles and journeys – along with their passions for their work, and all of the highs, lows, challenges and rewards they experience as social workers in Catholic ministry.

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In today’s podcast of Talking Catholic, Marianela Nunez and Mike Walsh are thrilled to celebrate with Catholic school leaders the end of a successful year with joyful events and graduations! If you still don’t know how Catholic educators managed to stay open for in-person learning in the midst of a global pandemic, check out this podcasts for interesting insights of the school year overall. The podcast features Deacon Joseph Rafferty, principal at St. Rose of Lima School and his PTA president Rachel Wesner along with Wildwood Catholic Academy Vice-principal Jennifer Snyder and one of her PTA members, Colleen White, sharing their insights about a successful year. We guarantee you will appreciate the details, explanations and hopes about next academic year in the dynamic conversation of this quartet. Making parents happy is not a small task when it comes to providing the best academic, faith filled, and social educational experience for children, but this year many Catholic school parents could not feel more satisfied by their South Jersey Catholic Schools! Listen to the show to learn more about what catholic schools are all about!

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Hockey refs, much like the athletes they ensure play within the rules, are a tough bunch. On today’s show we have one of the toughest and hardest working refs to ever lace up skates in the NHL, Kerry Fraser. Our guest this week, who retired in 2010 after a 30+ year career in the NHL where he reffed the most regular season games in league history, regales our hosts Kari Janisse and Mike Walsh with stories from his days on the ice, but also what made him the man he was then, and how he was blessed with a conversion in the mid-1990’s that brought him closer to God and into full communion in the Catholic faith. It’s a powerful conversation that speaks to the desire in all of us to find spiritual closeness with God, where it can come at any time, perhaps even on a drive along the Pennsylvania Turnpike as you’re heading to ref a game in Pittsburgh.

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It has been a long 15 months, but as of June 5th, in the State of New Jersey the dispensation from the obligation to attend Mass is lifted. It’s the most notable step in the “return to normalcy” since churches were reopened for Mass mid-pandemic. This benchmark got our host Mike Walsh and his guest Donna Ottaviano-Britt, director of discipleship and leadership for the Diocese of Camden, to begin thinking about the possibilities available to our parishes - priests, lay leaders and the faithful - for recreating or creating anew opportunities to welcome those who have been away from the parish community during the pandemic, or before the pandemic, or even those who have always avoided the faith. Donna and Mike have a great chat about how this time away has given us new insights into what our parishes can provide the faithful and what we can do to offer a sense of community that helps bring people to the Mass and to God.

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Considered to be the first Christian philosopher, Justin Martyr, whose Feast Day the Catholic Church celebrates today, demonstrates how the pathway to truth always leads to God. This 2nd Century thinker/convert/martyr’s defense of the faith is unpacked by hosts Laurie and Pete this week, as the tireless saint’s writings show a man who found the goodness of the Christian life, and was determined to share it with all.

Saint Justin Martyr, Patron of Philosophers, pray for us! Our hosts, as well, in this Year of Saint Joseph, continue the recitation of “The Litany of Saint Joseph,” which can be found here: https://www.usccb.org/prayer-and-worship/prayers-and-devotions/litanies/litany-of-saint-joseph

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It’s ordination time in the Diocese of Camden and to celebrate we invite onto the show our four newest transitional deacons, Chris Myers, Logan Nilsen, Cesar Pirateque and Stephen Robbins. These four men from the ranks of our seminarians are also joined by Vocations Director Fr. Adam Cichoski. Our hosts Kari Janisse and Mike Walsh chat with the group about their vocation journey and what seminary life is like. It’s a great conversation with four of our future, God-willing, priests!

To learn more about our newest transitional deacons, go to: https://camdenpriest.org/seminarians/.

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It’s a joyful conversation on this week’s episode as Mary McCusker and Mike Walsh sit down with one of their favorite returning guests, Jose Rodriguez, the director of the Office of Youth, Young Adults and Campus Ministry for the Diocese of Camden. The trio chat about Jose’s summer plans for activities in South Jersey, including the Diocesan Youth Congress & the week-long Summer in the City Retreat, his plans for post-pandemic ministry, and his upcoming nuptials to his beloved co-host of their “Keepin’ It Catholic” YouTube show, Star Martinez. It’s a wonderful episode with a lot of heart and a lot of laughs!

To learn more about the Office of Youth, Young Adults and Campus Ministry go to: https://www.camdendiocese.org/young-adult-ministry/.

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In today’s episode, Marianela Nunez and Mike Walsh welcomed South Jersey Scholarship Fund (SJSF) board members Monsignor James Martin, President Emeritus of Camden Catholic High School; Christine Messina, Vice President at AllRisk Property Damage Experts; and Mariann Gilbride, Director of Development for the Diocese of Camden. From the Office of Catholic Schools, Superintendent Dr. Bill Watson and Communications and Marketing Manager Mary Beth Peabody joined the lively conversation as well. Msgr. Martin may have said it all when he recalled families coming to his office at Camden Catholic to say they couldn’t return because of the cost, and how grateful he was for any available funds to help them stay. A South Jersey business leader, Christine speaks about the importance of businesses, like her family’s, supporting Catholic education so it doesn’t become an option solely for the elite. You’ll hear about great celebrations as our schools honored “Rock Star” teachers and staff this week, and so much more. We could have gone way longer than 54 minutes, but we didn’t :)

To support students in Catholic Schools or considering a Catholic School, the race is on with the SJSF’s “Spring Sprint for Scholarships.” To donate, go to: https://16042.thankyou4caring.org/south-jersey-scholarship-fund

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Today the Catholic Church celebrates the feast of Saint Dominic Savio, and our Talking Saints hosts are ready to share the short but impactful life of this 19th century Italian who was the youngest non-martyr to be canonized.

Laurie and Pete’s conversation includes young Dominic’s devout faith, the four promises he made after his First Communion, and how his relationship with another saint-to-be, John Bosco, led to holiness for both of them.

In his 14 years on earth, through his works of piety and love for his neighbor, Dominic Savio blazed a path to heaven that today’s youth can follow: “I can’t do big things. But I want all I do, even the smallest thing, to be for the greater glory of God.”

Saint Dominic Savio, patron of choirboys and the falsely accused, pray for us! Our hosts, as well, in this Year of Saint Joseph, continue the recitation of “The Litany of Saint Joseph,” which can be found here: https://www.usccb.org/prayer-and-worship/prayers-and-devotions/litanies/litany-of-saint-joseph

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When you’re in the middle of a pandemic and make the decision to open your schools to full-time in-person learning, it’s good to know you have health experts on the payroll. South Jersey Catholic Schools have some of the most well-trained nurses working in them today. Our hosts Marianela Nunez and Mike Walsh talk to three - Shayna Benson from Saint Margaret Regional School; Cele McEvoy Walter from Paul VI High School; and Mary Beth Abate from Assumption Regional Catholic School - about how they helped the schools reopen, worked with parents, and cared for both students and staff as they lived through the pandemic. We had a great conversation about how these healthcare professionals stay on top of the medical news and keep people cared for, this year and every year. [Producers note: Unfortunately, the internet connection for Mary Beth was unstable, so we were’t able to speak with her at length during the show, but we will certainly have her back on in the future.]

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Today’s episode topic is one few people instinctively want to consider, however, it’s one that every person should really take the time to research and remain vigilant about… and the sooner the better. Yes, even you millennials. On today’s episode we do a deep dive on end of life and estate planning: living wills, advanced directives, DNRs, power of attorney and all forms of planned giving. On its face, this may seem like a rather dour topic, but in truth it is a way of ensuring you own final needs and providing for your family and the organizations you want to support with your final gifts. And perhaps more importantly, we talk about how these considerations are very much impacted by our faith and Catholic teaching. These considerations are as much a spiritual exercise as logistical and financial ones.

Our hosts Mary McCusker and Mike Walsh learn a lot from our guests, Mariann Gilbride, Director of Development for the Diocese of Camden; Deacon Jerry Jablonowski, Executive Director of VITALity Catholic Healthcare Services, and Patrick McGrory, a South Jersey financial advisor, vice chair of the Diocese of Camden’s finance council and member of the Raskob Foundation for Catholic Activities.

To learn more about our guests and their organizations, go to: - www.camdendiocese.org/development - https://vitality.camdendiocese.org/ - www.patrickmcgrory.com

And to learn more about the estate plans discussed in today’s episode, go to: http://camdengiftlegacy.org/

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Today’s episode is one of those where going in to it you wonder why you’re listening to two newspaper advertising representatives talk about their job and by the end of the episode you say to yourself, “What wonderful people!. Who new advertising sales was so interesting and spiritual!?!?” Meet Neal Cullen and Paul Worthington, the advertising director and advertising representative of the Catholic Star Herald, the official Catholic newspaper of South Jersey and the Diocese of Camden. The duo talk about the importance of the paper, what brought them to the world of sales, and how their work is fed by their spirituality. Neal also provides wonderful insight into his work with the Knights of Columbus and the work they do in our communicates. Our hosts Mary McCusker and Mike Walsh walked away with a renewed appreciation for their newspaper colleagues.

To learn more about the award-winning Catholic newspaper, check it out at https://catholicstarherald.org.

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“I am the Immaculate Conception.” With these words, the beautiful lady dressed in blue and white identified herself to 14-year-old Bernadette Soubirous, in the grotto of Massabielle, France in 1858.

The many visions Bernadette had of the Blessed Mother contained promises of love and protection, with the recitation of the rosary. The chapel built at the site of Bernadette of Mary’s visions, the Sanctuary at Our Lady of Lourdes, is today one of the major Catholic pilgrimage sites in the world, as countless faithful each year come to its waters for healing and grace.

In the latest Talking Saints, Laurie Power and Pete Sanchez celebrate today’s Feast of Saint Bernadette Soubirous, the humble peasant girl lifted up to lead others to God, and recount her remarkable story.

Our hosts, as well, in this Year of Saint Joseph, continue the recitation of “The Litany of Saint Joseph,” which can be found here: https://www.usccb.org/prayer-and-worship/prayers-and-devotions/litanies/litany-of-saint-joseph

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You know what voice you haven’t heard in a while? That would be our beloved co-host Mary McCusker who rejoins us for the first time since January after successfully defeating COVID. Thank God! And she brings with her one of our favorite people who we’ve been wanting to have on the podcast for some time, one of Catholic Charities’ finest and most passionate representatives, Melissa Hruska. For more than eight years, Melissa has filled countless roles – from working the Superstorm Sandy disaster response, to managing Catholic Charities operations in multiple counties, to continuously working directly with the most vulnerable individuals and families across the diocese. Melissa dives into where her personal drive, energy, and empathy comes from – and how she’s been able to stay true to the mission of Catholic Charities despite witnessing some of the most devastating pain and suffering in South Jersey over the years. This is a great episode that showcases the heart & soul of Catholic Charities mission and the people who bring it to those in need.

To learn more about all the great working being done in South Jersey, or if you or someone you know is in need of assistance, check out https://catholiccharitiescamden.org/.

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This week we welcome back the hardest working guest in the history of our podcast, Olympian Priscilla Frederick-Loomis. If we all had the energy, drive and determination of Priscilla, this world would be a vastly different place :) Kari Janisse and Mike Walsh chat with her about ambition to return to the Olympics this year competing for the country of Antigua & Barbuda, her radio show, her podcast, her social media, her cleaning business, her fundraising, and her MANY other projects. We also talk about her spiritual life and how it intersects with her day-to-day life. It’s a great chat with a truly unique person.

To learn more about Priscilla check her out at http://priscillaloomis.com/ and https://www.instagram.com/priscilla_frederick/.

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It’s the most important week of the liturgical year, so our hosts Kari Janisse and Mike Walsh brought in a couple of spiritual heavy hitters - Fr. Raymond Gormley, pastor of the Church of the Incarnation (https://www.incarnation-church.org) in Mantua, NJ, and one of our favorite friends of the show, Donna Ottaviano-Britt, head of the Secretariat for Pastoral Life for the Diocese of Camden. Together, the group does a deep dive on Holy Week, from Palm Sunday to Easter with a strong focus on the Chrism Mass, Holy Thursday, Good Friday and the Easter Vigil. It’s a great conversation and a wonderful way to start off your Holy Week!

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This week we enjoy a conversation with some of our favorite behind-the-scenes people in catholic schools. Advancement director of Our Lady of Hope Regional School in Blackwood, Betty Kuvinka and Communications and Marketing Director at Camden Catholic High School, Kate Bieg. The duo talk to Mike Walsh and Marianela Nunez about their roles to support Catholic education in South Jersey.

If you are interested in know how Catholic schools have adapted their typical events and admissions processes during the pandemic, this podcast is for you. Betty and Kate remind us that there is still time to register to find the school that would give your children “the gift of a lifetime” Don’t miss out on this conversation!

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[This episode is also available in video form on our YouTube Channel at: https://youtu.be/Rp8RxO-U0nc]

On March 22, 23 & 24 the Diocese of Camden will be broadcasting a three night Lenten virtual retreat at 7 PM on our Facebook and YouTube channels. The retreat leaders join our host Mike Walsh and guest host Donna Ottaviano-Britt today to discuss the upcoming three nights filled with hope, humor and practical tips for turning from sin and building virtue, faithfully living the Gospel and the importance of the Mass. Our retreat leaders are Father Chris Walsh, pastor of St. Raymond of Penafort Parish in Northwest Philadelphia, along with his pastoral associate, Richara Krajewski.

Father Chris Walsh, who’s story of encouraging lay leadership was detailed in Christ Lowney’s book “Everyone Leads,” has spent his entire life in the Philadelphia area, including his years at Temple University and Saint Charles Seminary. Before entering the seminary, he also worked in mental health and spent 7 years of his priesthood serving in high school ministry. He loves sharing his hope for the Church as a source of renewal and healing in our world.

Richara Krajewski, a native New Jerseyan, is a graduate of Rutgers University and the University of Pennsylvania. A convert to the Catholic Faith, Richara has great passion in sharing our faith with young people and others who are seeking meaning and purpose in their life. Prior to her assuming the role of Pastoral Associate at Saint Raymond, she worked in mental health and at a crisis pregnancy center. Watch each night of the retreat on Facebook.com/CamdenDiocese and YouTube.com/CamdenDiocese.

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It’s a great hour this week as we welcome back Jeff Shields, Youth Minister at Saint Rose of Lima Parish, Haddon Heights and leader of Forgotten Truth, a band and ministry. Not only do Kari Janisse and Mike Walsh get to chat with Jeff about his ministry and his influences, but he also performs three of his songs for us!

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Women, mothers, martyrs - the lives and heroic witness of Saints Perpetua & Felicity are chronicled in the former’s diary, one of the earliest writings of a Christian woman. Their persecution and deaths in 3rd century North Africa shine a light on the courage of Jesus’ disciples, and Talking Saints hosts Laurie Power and Pete Sanchez find inspiration in recounting the deeds of these remarkable saints. The hosts also took to heart the words of Perpetua to her father, on her beliefs—“Do you see this vessel—waterpot or whatever it may be? Can it be called by any other name than what it is?...So also I cannot call myself by any other name than what I am—a Christian.”

Our hosts, as well, in this Year of Saint Joseph, continue the recitation of “The Litany of Saint Joseph,” which can be found here: https://www.usccb.org/prayer-and-worship/prayers-and-devotions/litanies/litany-of-saint-joseph

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In the Diocese of Camden, it is fundraising season again as the House of Chairty - Bishop’s Annual Appeal begins anew this winter. The annual campaign that serves many ministries of the diocese, including various social services, Catholic schools, ministries and vocations in South Jersey, is managed by our good friend of the podcast and Associate Director of Development for the Diocese of Camden, Katie Comerford-Rivera. Joining her on the podcast is one of our favorite fundraising pastors in the diocese, Fr. John Picnic of Christ our Light Parish in Cherry Hill. The two school today’s host, Mike Walsh, on some of the best practices they’ve learned for fundraising over their many years of financial development campaigns. Today’s chat is a great tutorial not just on how to fundraise by also how it marries so perfectly with one of the main tenants of our Catholic faith: charity.

To learn more about the House of Charity - Bishop’s Annual Appeal, go to: https://www.camdendiocese.org/hoc/ https://www.facebook.com/HouseOfCharityDoC https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCT-HMnuHBENF2x7zdEyCbgA

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Our guest this week is a South Jersey pediatrician with a stunning conversion story. Dr. Daniel Costa grew up in Brazil going to a church that demonized Catholicism, the pope and the venerating of the Blessed Mother. However, as he hit his early 20’s he had an epic change of heart that he credits fully to the work of the Holy Spirit. His story leaves our hosts Kari Janisse and Mike Walsh simultaneously dumbfounded and overjoyed!

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This week our hosts Kari Janisse and Mike Walsh bring back listener favorite Fr. Josh Nevitt, pastoral associate from Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish and director of Catholic identity at Holy Spirit High School, to discuss Lent and how we can better prepare for it. The trio talk about the ways people can focus on their faith during Lent, wether they’re hardcore Catholics or Catholics who haven’t touched a rosary in years. They also have a thorough conversation on the new rubrics for distributing ashes this year for Ash Wednesday.

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This week our hosts Kari Janisse and Mike Walsh sit down with Fr. Chris Bakey, parochial vicar at Our Lady of Peace Parish in Williamstown, N.J., who recently came through a harrowing COVID ordeal. We talk about the nurse in his parish who likely saved his life, the ordeal of weeks in the hospital when it very much looked like he would not survive, and how his connection to Mary helped buoy him in very dark times. It’s an amazing first-hand conversation about what it’s like to survive a truly terrible COVID experience.

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“Be good, love the Lord, pray for those who do not know Him. What a great grace it is to know God!” - Saint Josephine Bakhita As Black History month continues, Talking Saints focuses on today’s Feast of Saint Josephine Bakhita, a 19th century Sudanese woman whose faith and generosity of spirit continue to inspire others. Our hosts Laurie and Pete unpack the journey of Saint Josephine Bakhita- from slave, to converted Catholic, to Cannosian religious sister- which shows that out of suffering, a grace-filled transformation is possible. Patron of Sudan, invoked to end human trafficking, pray for us! Note: Our hosts, as well, in this Year of Saint Joseph, continue the recitation of “The Litany of Saint Joseph,” which can be found here: https://www.usccb.org/prayer-and-worship/prayers-and-devotions/litanies/litany-of-saint-joseph

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On this week’s episode Marianela Nunez and Mike Walsh welcome two distinguished guests to talk Catholic Schools and schools choice, Superintendent of the Office of Catholic Schools for the Diocese of Camden, Dr. Bill Watson, and John Schoenig the Senior Director of Teacher Formation and Education Policy for the University of Notre Dame's Alliance for Catholic Education (ACE). In this role, he leads the ACE Teaching Fellows Program - the largest provider of Catholic school teaching talent in the United States - and its Program for Educational Access (PEA), an advocacy and leadership formation enterprise that helps develop and implement policy that expands financial access to faith-based schools. In addition, he serves as a faculty member and Fellow of Notre Dame's Institute for Educational Initiatives (IEI).

As Catholic Schools Week begins across the nation, the quartet discuss the uniqueness of this ministry and why school choice programs are vital for many families and why states should be encouraged to provide more resources so students have more options beyond their local public school.

To learn more about John and the University of Notre Dame's Alliance for Catholic Education go to https://iei.nd.edu/initiatives/alliance-for-catholic-education/people/john-schoenig.

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A new year of Talking Saints kicks off with the patron of “Gospel Magic,” Saint John Bosco.

This 19th century Italian priest was known for his “creative evangelization” in reaching out to young boys on the margins of society. In establishing the Society of Saint Francis de Sales, he provided a home, fellowship, and the gift of the faith to hundreds of these disaffected youth.

Hosts Laurie Power and Pete Sanchez share the life and witness of this Patron Saint of schoolchildren and magicians, and how we can all employ “creative evangelization” today, to spread the Gospel in society.

As well, with Pope Francis recently declaring the “Year of Saint Joseph” until December 8, our hosts explain what this means, and begin a new Talking Saints tradition with the recitation of the “Litany of Saint Joseph,” which can be found here: https://www.usccb.org/prayer-and-worship/prayers-and-devotions/litanies/litany-of-saint-joseph

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This week our host Mike Walsh is flying solo, but there’s a ton to talk about so he brought his far more knowledgeable colleague, Donna Ottaviano-Britt, director of the Diocese of Camden’s Office of Discipleship and Leadership, onto the show to discuss a smorgasbord of Catholic news including the pro-life movement, the Year of Saint Joseph, how ashes will likely be distributed on Ash Wednesday and a few Lenten plans.

March for Life: https://marchforlife.org

USCCB’s Respect Life campaign: https://www.respectlife.org

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This week, Mary McCusker and Mike Walsh are joined by Brian Corbin, Executive Vice President of Member Services for Catholic Charities USA, and Kevin Hickey, who serves on the CCUSA Board of Trustees in addition to his role as Executive Director of Catholic Charities, Diocese of Camden. Brian and Kevin are both deeply grounded in the guiding principles, social teachings and scriptures that guide the work of Catholic Charities. Join us to hear some of their insightful reflections about the roots and history of charity in the Church and the work being done locally, nationally, and internationally!

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To learn more about Catholic Charities, Diocese of Camden go to: https://catholiccharitiescamden.org/

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This week we’re chatting with some young adults from our host Kari Janisse’s ACTS program, an initiative of Our Lady of Peace Parish in Williamstown, NJ that works specifically with young Catholics age 18-28. Joining Kari and Mike Walsh for this episode are Martin Deluhery, Theo Deluhery, Kim Pacis and Yailyn Nuñez. The quartet discuss what they were looking for in a program like this, what it offers and why the encourage others to join. We also discuss how notable this program has become for fostering vocations to the priesthood and religious life.

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We open up the 2021 season of the podcast with a hosts-only chat as we look forward to the new year. There are a lot of great opportunities out there and Kari Janisse, Mike Walsh, Mary McCusker and Marianela Nunez have some ideas (and a lot more skill sets cultivated thanks to 2020).

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We love podcasts, we love listening to them, we love making them and we hope you love listening to them. Well this week, we’re crossing over with them! We’ve invited the hosts of “Am I Not Here”, the official podcast of the Diocese of Metuchen, to join us to chat (commiserate) about our lives as Catholic communicators. Joining our own hosts, Mary McCusker and Mike Walsh, on this episode are the Associate Director of Communications for the Diocese of Metuchen, Tara Smith and the diocese’s Media Content Strategist Gerald “Jerry” Wutkowski. The group talks about how they became Catholic communicators (spoiler, they all though it would be a 9-5 job - they were wrong), how they’ve been working much harder in COVID times and why they created these podcasts. It’s a great conversation that offers a little glimpse into the inner workings of diocesan communications departments. This episode will also be broadcast on the Am I Not Here podcast feed, as well as their website: https://lightingheartsonfire.org/aminothere Listen to Talking Catholic on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher, SoundCloud, Alexa or at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/show/talking-catholic. You can also catch Talking Catholic on Domestic Church Media radio Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM https://domesticchurchmedia.org.

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Dr. William Watson and Dr. Robert Lockwood chat with our hosts Marianela Nunez and Mike Walsh about the common questions Catholic Schools are getting regarding in-person and remote instruction this year. Dr. Watson explain how South Jersey Catholic Schools are thriving even under the pressures caused by a pandemic that seem to have come from nowhere. It certainly has pushed Catholic school leaders and teachers to think outside of the box to be able to teach remotely and in person, simultaneously. Dr. Lockwood, who is the new addition to the Catholic schools office, has been working hard to make sure teachers feel prepared and well equipped to maintain the quality of instruction that characterizes our Catholic Schools and gives an update on standardized testing this year. Marianela Nunez also has some professionally joyful news to share with our listeners at the end of the show!

To learn more about our schools in the Diocese of Camden, go to https://www.SouthJerseyCatholicSchools.org.

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This week, Mary McCusker and Mike Walsh sit down with David Tanzola, an active and involved parishioner at the Catholic Community of the Holy Spirit in Mullica Hill, NJ, and a dear friend of Catholic Charities of South Jersey, where he’s served as a volunteer in several programs. David is a dynamic member of our Diocese who walks us through his fascinating journey towards becoming a Catholic, a husband, father, grandfather, mentor, and volunteer. Listen to the many ways he has found himself bringing Catholic social teaching to life – especially through his surprising, challenging, and ultimately rewarding volunteer work at Catholic Charities.

On this episode, we chat about the “Walk With Me“ Mentorship Program at Catholic Charities. Learn more about the program here: https://catholiccharitiescamden.org/mentorship.

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In three days the Catholic Church will mark the feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe, patroness of the Americas. Today, however, the church celebrates an important figure in her veneration: Juan Diego, Indian peasant, Mary’s messenger, and first indigenous American saint. During this program, hosts Laurie Power and Pete Sanchez will unpack the life of this man, his miraculous encounters with the Virgin on Mexico’s Tepeyac Hill, and discuss how Mary can use the meekest of God’s children to build up the kingdom

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We’re going back to college on this week’s show so we can chat with two of our favorite Catholic Campus Ministers, Alison Filion and Rebekah Hardy. The two ministers, serving students at Stockton University and Rowan University, respectively, chat with Kari Janisse and Mike Walsh about the ministry and how they’ve been able to care for the spiritual well-being of their charges during covid-times. It’s a genuinely uplifting conversation about the spirituality of our young adults and how interacting in community helps to keep our young people from drifting into the realm of the “nones” (the space where many young people today find themselves with no spiritual anchor.)

To learn more about what these ministries can provide to college students, go to www.stocktonccm.com and www.rowanccm.com or check out their respective social media pages :)

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It’s the time of year again! We’re talking about the often misunderstood and underutilized Advent season. In today’s culture we tend to skip right from Thanksgiving to Christmas and we miss out on all the opportunities Advent offers us to properly prepare for the Christmas season. On today’s episode Kari Janisse and Mike Walsh welcome one of their favorite priests - Fr. Michael Goyette, Pastor of Our Lady of the Lakes Parish in Collings Lakes, NJ - to join them in a discussion on how to better understand and utilize the liturgical season of Advent.

You can also catch Fr. Goyette, along with his co-host Fr. Robert Sinatra, every Friday night on at 7 PM for their weekly Capes and Collars Facebook Live show where they pray the Stations of the Cross, discuss issues of Catholic interest, and dive into a few of their own favorite pop culture topics.

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It’s our 200th episode! Traditionally, we prefer to do live shows in front of an audience when we hit a new centennial mark, however this year we had to put a halt to that to comply with pandemic guidelines. So instead, we decided to record a Zoom episode with all of our hosts and a few of our favorite guests from the past year. (Not only are we celebrating 200 episodes but we’re also celebrating a belated one year anniversary to our three co-hosts who started on the show on October 9, 2019).

On this week’s podcast, our quartet of hosts - Mike Walsh, Mary McCusker, Kari Janisse, Marianela Nunez - welcomed onto the show: Kevin Hickey, Executive Director, Catholic Charities, Diocese of Camden Donna Ottaviano-Britt, Director, Office of Discipleship & Leadership, Diocese of Camden Fr. Peter Gallagher, Pontifical North American College Fr. Joshua Nevitt, Director of Catholic Identity, Holy Spirit High School Mary Beth Peabody, Communications Manager, Office of Catholic Schools, Diocese of Camden

The nine discussed the evolution of the Talking Catholic show and its expansion into the YouTube universe with several other shows. We also chatted about how all of our guests have transitioned into the on-line universe with great success, as they had to move from in-person to virtual events and communications this year. It’s a great chat this week, very uplifting and provides a lot of tips for those who are looking to make a bigger splash in the on-line world.

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Blessed José Ramón Miguel Agustín Pro Juárez, better known as Blessed Miguel Pro, lived a life conformed to Christ, even unto death by firing squad.

In this month’s program, our hosts Laurie Power and Pete Sanchez celebrate the feast of this Jesuit priest, who ministered during the time of Mexico’s persecution of Catholics in the early 20th century. Undaunted by the Mexican government, he continued bringing the faith to God’s people until he was martyred. His courage, faith, and final words (“Long live Christ the King!”) are motivating forces for today’s Catholics engaging with a secular culture. Blessed José Ramón Miguel Agustín Pro Juárez, better known as Blessed Miguel Pro, lived a life conformed to Christ, even unto death by firing squad. In this month’s program, our hosts Laurie and Pete celebrate the feast of this Jesuit priest, who ministered during the time of Mexico’s persecution of Catholics in the early 20th century. Undaunted by the Mexican government, he continued bringing the faith to God’s people until he was martyred. His courage, faith, and final words (“Long live Christ the King!”) are motivating forces for today’s Catholics engaging with a secular culture. Blessed Miguel Pro, pray for us!

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We like chatting about vocations on Talking Catholic, so we brought out the big guns for this episode, Fr. Adam Cichoski, Director of Vocations for the Diocese of Camden, and Laurie Power, our beloved (and multi-award winning) co-host of the Taking Saints podcast, who is a former postulant of the Dominican Sisters of St. Cecilia (aka the Nashville Dominicans). The duo chat with our hosts Mary McCusker and Mike Walsh about their vocation journeys and offer guidance for those discerning a call to the priesthood or religious life. It’s an amazingly joyful and honest conversation about this kind of vocation path.

The Diocese of Camden offers two monthly discernment opportunities. Samuel Group (https://www.camdendiocese.org/samuelgroup) equips young adults with the tools they need to approach vocational discernment with peace, joy and confidence. The other discernment group is specifically for men (16-39) considering the priesthood (https://camdenpriest.org/discernmentgroup).

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On October 3rd, Pope Francis released his third encyclical titled “Fratelli Tutti,” subtitled “On fraternity and social friendship.” This document focuses on the social and economic problems of today’s society; and proposes an ideal world of fraternity in which all countries can be part of a "larger human family.” To shine some much needed light on this document and its creator, we asked noted Catholic Star Herald columnist and professor at Loyola University Chicago’s Institute of Pastoral Studies, Michael Canaris, Ph.D., to help us better understand the encyclical. Our hosts Mary McCusker and Mike Walsh also invited our resident expert in missionary discipleship, Donna Ottaviano-Britt, onto the show to discuss how this global document has relevance to us here in New Jersey. It’s a truly enlightening conversation that helps us to understand the message and the author.

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Recently, the Diocese of Camden was blessed with the ordination of 12 men to the permanent diaconate. These family men have spent 6 years in academic and practical study to learn how to assist their bishop, pastors and the laity in proclaiming Jesus’ message through the spiritual life of our church. Our hosts Kari Janisse and Mike Walsh welcomed onto the podcast three of the recently ordained deacons - Joseph Janocha, Tobias Haley, Charles Dillan. It’s a great conversation with three dedicated men who have chosen to listen to God’s call to vocations.

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On today’s special episode we address two important October awareness initiatives: Respect Life and Domestic Violence.

Mike Walsh opens the show with a reflection on Respect Life Month, what this resource really means and how important it is for both the Right to Life movement and many social justice enterprises.

Then Mary McCusker and Mike hear from two Catholic Charities staff members who, over the decades, have continually served both victims of domestic violence and perpetrators. Listen to Sylvia Loumeau, MSW, LCSW who serves as Catholic Charities’ Director of Clinical Services, and Jose Sanchez, Program Director in Catholic Charities in Camden County. Sylvia and Jose take an in-depth look at the realities of domestic violence: what exactly it means, the many forms it takes, and the nuances, complexities, and misconceptions surrounding it, especially as domestic violence cases have increased during the pandemic. If you or anyone you know may be experiencing domestic violence or abuse, there is help. For additional information on our services or to seek counsel, contact Catholic Charities directly at 866-682-2166 or visit www.catholiccharitiescamden.org/counseling/domestic-violence for more information and resources.

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In this special episode of Talking Catholic, guests Andrés Arango, Director of Hispanic Ministry and Evangelization for the Diocese of Camden and Marianne Zayas, Director of Parish Services for the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception chat with hosts Michael Walsh and Marianela Nuñez about the Hispanic Heritage Month celebration in the U.S. and how Latino Catholics are bringing their gifts to both our faith as well as the American experience. (Of course, Mike is mostly focused on the food, but in all seriousness, there are many nuances of Latino culture that are often misunderstood - starting with, is referring to all hispanics and South American’s as Latino actually accurate. Answer: nope, but you have to listen to find out why!)

Additionally, our listeners are invited to attend the virtual Hispanic Diocesan Mass on October 25th at 3pm - available on Camden Diocese’s YouTube, Facebook and Twitter channels. This Mass is always a great event!

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Joining us this week is newly-minted priest Fr. Peter Gallagher of Holy Angels Parish in Woodbury, NJ and soon to be returning to the Pontifical North American College in Rome for a year to finish his graduate studies. Fr. Peter chats with our hosts Kari Janisse and Mike Walsh about what he’ll be focusing on in this final year of education as well as his late-in-life devotion to the rosary. The trio spend the last half of the episode chatting about the rosary and why it’s such a powerful tool for our spirituality.

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Joining us this week is acclaimed Catholic speaker, author and academic Dr. Hosffman Ospino, Associate Professor of Hispanic Ministry and Religious Education, as well as chair of the Department of Religious Education and Pastoral Ministry at Boston College. Dr. Ospino’s research explores the dialogue between faith and culture and the impact of this interchange upon Catholic theological education, catechesis, and ministry. He has served as the principal investigator for several nationally recognized studies on how the Hispanic Catholic presence is transforming parishes, schools and organizations.

Dr. Ospino was also a keynote speaker at the Diocese of Camden’s Convocation of Catholic Leaders in 2018, which is why we asked that event’s executive director, Donna Ottaviano-Britt, on to the show to talk about some of the ways the Convocation has led to the percolating of new ideas in our parishes. The duo give our hosts, Marianela Nunez and Mike Walsh, and our listeners a lot of great information that should provide a roadmap into the future for our parishes.

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Today’s saint proves that the action of performing “little works” for the glory of God, can transform into greater things. Our hosts Laurie and Pete have a lively conversation about this 19th century French Carmelite, and Laurie shares how Saint Therese has impacted her own spiritual journey over the years.

At the beginning of September, Catholic Schools in South Jersey reopened for five-day a week in person learning, with a virtual option for families who decided to utilize it. To give us an update and insight into how the new school year is moving along, our hosts Marianela Nunez and Mike Walsh welcome Patti Paulson from Holy Angels Regional School in Woodbury, NJ; Joe Cray from Wildwood Catholic Academy, and Superintendent of Schools Dr. Bill Watson and Marketing Coordinator Mary Beth Peabody from the Office of Catholic Schools.

The foursome offer a great deal of detail as to how the schools have reopened, their successes, their challenges, and how the Catholic School dynamic is uniquely positioned to offer in-school learning during Covid times.

To learn more about our schools in the Diocese of Camden, go to SouthJerseyCatholicSchools.org

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Making his triumphant return to the Talking Catholic podcast is Kevin Hickey, executive director of Catholic Charities in the Diocese of Camden. One of our favorite recurring guests, Kevin chats with us this week about the organization’s Justice for All ceremony, this year being held virtually on October 8, 2020.

For 17 years, the South Jersey Catholic Charities agency has held the Justice for All dinner to showcase the great work being done in the region and to raise much needed funds.

The agency is able to serve approximately 24,000 individuals each year, in large part because of funds raised by the Justice for All ceremony. It is the largest fundraiser held by the agency and all funds raised from the event are used for direct client services. Since its inception in 2004, it has raised more than 1 million dollars, every penny of which is used to meet the needs of the poorest and the marginalized – families who are homeless or facing homelessness, those with mental health or substance abuse crises, individuals struggling with hardships such as losing their jobs or being forced to choose between paying for food or medications.

The Justice for All event also honors those who have proven a life-long commitment to serving the poor and the vulnerable, highlighting their work and their commitment to charity and social justice. This year, Catholic Charities will bestow five Disciples of Mercy awards on individuals and groups, as well as the Saint John Neumann award to Bishop Dennis Sullivan of the Diocese of Camden for his long-time support of Catholic Charities.

If you would like to watch the event or support the event through sponsorships or by partaking in their on-line auction, go to https://catholiccharitiescamden.org/jfa2020/.

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Our host Mike Walsh flies solo this week and since he’s only comfortable talking to the people who challenge him most, he’s invited his colleague and frienemy (friend/enemy) Donna Ottaviano-Britt onto the show to do a deep dive into their spiritual formation and how it gives them a foundation to help bring the Catholic faith to others. Donna is a maven of the lay pastoral side of the Diocese of Camden, as director of the Office of Discipleship and Leadership. Mike barely knows how to spell pastoral, let alone be pastoral, so Donna is one of his closest advisors when it come to developing communication tools to support the pastoral initiatives throughout South Jersey. This week’s show is a very nice deep dive into what makes two very different people tic (and why we should all have people in our lives that may know more than we do on certain topics.)

And make sure you check out Donna’s second season of Joyful Disciples on the Talking Catholic YouTube channel, her new shows premiere every other Thursday: https://www.youtube.com/talkingcatholic

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“Slave to the slaves,” Saint Peter Claver dedicated his life as a Jesuit missionary to bring dignity and love to the thousands of African slaves coming into Colombia’s ports each year, during the 17th century. As the Catholic Church marks his Feast today, Laurie and Pete unpack this saint’s work and reflect on our call to model a life of sacrifice.

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While Talking Catholic originated as a podcast, over time we expanded into other media, including a dedicated YouTube channel that started in January of 2020. After a well-deserved summer off, our hosts are getting ready to roll out new shows for the Fall. On the show today, Mike Walsh chats with show hosts:

Kari Janisse: Youth Ministry Insights Donna Ottaviano-Britt: Joyful Disciples Star Martinez and Jose Rodriguez: Keepin’ It Catholic Lex Keefer: Changing with the Tides.

Each of our gifted hosts talk about their shows, what they have planned for Season 2 and what sources of information they use to help with their own spiritual formation. Our brilliant hosts are an absolute delight and we hope you’ll watch them soon on our YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/talkingcatholic

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Over the next several months, our hosts Kari Janisse and Mike Walsh will be chatting with members from various women religious communities in South Jersey. For the first of these one-off episodes, we welcome from the Franciscan Sisters of the Renewal (aka the CFRs), Sister Ann Kateri, Sister Chiara, and postulant Kate Creel. The trio chat with us about how their community was founded, its charisms, their work in Atlantic City and in their convents in New York, England and Ireland, and how they support the local Samuel Group, a discernment group for young adults, ages 18-39, who meet together once a month from September through May in order to study, pray, and discover their individual vocations or lifetime call from God. The purpose of the program is to equip young adults with the tools they need to approach vocational discernment with peace, joy and confidence. The CFRs are always great guests (Mike think this is their 5th appearance on the podcast) and will give your soul a joyful boost.

To learn more about the Franciscan Sisters of the Renewal, check out: https://www.franciscansisterscfr.com/postulants

To learn more about young adult discernment initiative, Samuel Group, go to: https://www.camdendiocese.org/samuelgroup/

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Election season often brings with it a lot of hostility – among our friends, co-workers, acquaintances, family members, and of course strangers on the internet. Since we’re directly between the Democratic National Convention and the Republican National Convention, we invited Matt Davis from the Diocese of Camden’s Office of Life and Justice to join us this week to chat about the civil discourse initiative from the USCCB called Civilize It. It’s a program that reminds us how we can, and should, be able to engage in spirited political debate and dialogue without it devolving into personal attacks and hateful rhetoric. Our hosts Mary McCusker and Mike Walsh also chat with him about how Catholics can embrace faithful citizenship, so that we can wisely bring our faith into the voting booth (or as we sit down to fill out a mail-in ballot).

To learn more about Civilize It go to: https://www.usccb.org/news/2019/usccb-launches-national-civility-effort-through-2020-election

To learn more about Faithful Citizenship, go to: https://www.usccb.org/offices/justice-peace-human-development/forming-consciences-faithful-citizenship

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Each year the Camden Diocese hosts a week-long overnight retreat for young people organized by the Office of Youth, Young Adults and Campus Ministry. In a normal year, Summer in the City would involve dozens of teenagers taking part in opportunities for service in places like soup kitchens and senior centers as well as prayer throughout the day as they focus on the four pillars of the program: Service, Community, Social Justice & Spirituality. However, this year Summer in the City has gone virtual, like many other elements of our normal lives. Hosts Mary McCusker and Mike Walsh chat with Office Director Jose Rodriguez and SITC junior advisor Cristina Velazquez about why Summer in the City is such a great experience for young people and how they plan to try and replicate it this year.

To learn more about the annual Summer in the City program, go to: https://www.camdendiocese.org/youth-ministries/summer-in-the-city/

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For school parents across the country the questions they’ve been asking most are: 1) will schools reopen for in-class education and 2) if so, how will it be done safely? The answers to those very questions have been the primary focus of the Diocese of Camden’s Office of Catholic Schools all summer. Recently, they released a FAQ on the process (https://catholicstarherald.org/questions-and-answers-about-the-2020-21-school-year/) that schools have followed to make possible safe in-person education. To add more depth about the roadmap that South Jersey Catholic Schools are following, we welcome Superintendent of Schools Dr. Bill Watson and Communication and Marketing Manager Mary Beth Peabody to the show. Our hosts Marianela Nunez and Mike Walsh pepper the duo with these questions and more on behalf of Catholic schools parents. It’s a great conversation that results in a lot of answers about logistics and procedures, as well as what research informed them.

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Philosopher. Author. Jewish turned Agnostic turned Carmelite. Breslau, Germany-born Edith Stein, or Saint Teresa Benedicta of the Cross, was all of these, before being martyred at the Nazi concentration camp in Auschwitz. Today, as the Catholic Church remembers her feast day, Laurie and Pete discuss the conversion of this 20th century holy woman, her longing for truth, and witness in a godless world.

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This week, Mike Walsh and Mary McCusker chat with Vinnie Mancuso about a topic we often don’t hear much about: adoption. Vinnie, a parishioner of Our Lady of Hope and a volunteer at Catholic Charities, Diocese of Camden, shares the story of his son’s adoption and his perspective as an adoptive father, and we also hear from Mike about his experience as a foster parent.

Vinnie, who also earned his PhD in molecular biology from the University of Pennsylvania, also talks about his passion for biology, his love of teaching, and how his Catholic faith has guided him throughout the unexpected twists and turns in his life, especially when he started a family. Give it a listen!

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All saints have their conversion stories, when they cast aside the riches of this world for higher glory. For Saint Paul, it was the road to Damascus. For Saint Peter, it was on the shores of Galilee. For today’s saint, Ignatius of Loyola, it was the Battle of Pamplona in 1521, when a cannonball shattered his leg. Soon, he left his vain ways and military career, to become a soldier for Christ on the spiritual battleground. Laurie and Pete unpack the life of this influential saint, founder of the Society of Jesus and creator of the Spiritual Exercises, who reminds us to “find God in all things.”

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For the last 10 years, every April through July, parishioners from several Camden Diocese parishes lace up their cleats, swing their bats and join in prayer via the Camden Diocese's Coed Softball League.

Host and “retired/free agent” player, Mike Walsh, along with co-host Kari Janisse, a coach/player for Our Lady of Peace Parish, sit down with three other coach/players - Phil Muldoon from Church of the Holy Family, Shaun Walsh from St. Charles Borromeo Parish, and Fr. Thanh Pham representing Christ the Redeemer Parish (recently transferred to Holy Family) - to talk softball, faith, Christian fellowship, and evangelization!

They chat about the progression of the league through the years and how faith is the common thread both on and off the field.

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Every month in our Talking Catholic podcast feed we feature a special episode called Talking Saints hosted by Laurie Power and Pete Sanchez. On the heels of their recent Best Diocesan Podcast Award by the Catholic Press Association, hosts Mary McCusker and Mike Walsh thought it would be good to have the saint experts on to chat about their podcast, what makes it such an award winner and why the saints are an important resource for the faithful.

You can find all the Talking Saints episodes in a special Soundcloud playlist: https://soundcloud.com/talkingcatholic/sets/talking-saints

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This week we bring back one of our favorite guests, Fr. Michael Romano, former Vocations Director for the Diocese of Camden and now the Director of Admissions for the Pontifical North American College in Rome. Father Romano chats with hosts Kari Janisse and Mike Walsh about what he does at the NAC, the difference between that seminary and U.S.-based seminaries, returning to his alma mater as a faculty member, and what it was like to live in a COVID-19 hot zone for several months.

To learn more about the Pontifical North American College, go to: https://www.pnac.org/

If you or someone you know is interested in the priesthood, go to: https://camdenpriest.org/

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The end of the 2019/2020 school year was a new experience for everyone involved in education. After speaking with a few graduating seniors last month, we decided to chat with two teachers about their experience with emergency remote teaching. Joining us this week is Holy Spirit High School religion teacher John Clement and Saint John Paul II Regional School first grade teacher Patricia Babnew. Our hosts Marianela Nunez and Mike Walsh were all ears as the two teachers explained the incredible paradigm shift that took place in South Jersey Catholic Schools in a very short period of time. It was no small endeavor moving from in-person education to remote learning, but across the Diocese of Camden, stories like these were seen at every school.

To learn more about Catholic School education, go to: https://southjerseycatholicschools.org.

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Baby priest is a term of endearment for those men who are newly ordained to the priesthood. On today’s podcast we chat with two fresh priests only 48 hours after their ordination: Fr. Peter Gallagher and Fr. John March. The two newest priests of the Diocese of Camden sit down with Kari Janisse and Mike Walsh to discuss their VERY different vocation journeys and what was more nerve-racking, their ordination or their first Mass. It’s an absolutely stellar conversation that you won’t want to miss, and that will give you great hope for the future of the priesthood.

To learn more about becoming a priest, go to: https://camdenpriest.org/.

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The Diocese of Camden was blessed this month to ordain three seminarians to the transitional diaconate – Rev. Mr. Paul Abbruscato, Rev. Mr. Carlo Santa Teresa, and Rev. Mr. Steven Bertonazzi. The trio chatted with our hosts Kari Janisse and Mike Walsh about their very unique vocation journeys, their seminarian experience, and how they feel now that they are ordained to the diaconate. It’s a great conversation, and a wonderful introduction to next week’s podcast when we’ll sit down with the two newest priests of the diocese just one day after their ordination.

To learn more about becoming a priest, go to: https://camdenpriest.org/.

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Throughout history, we see Catholic imagery within the art world. Paintings and sculptures of Christ and heavenly images flourished during the Renaissance. Fast forward to modern day art and you have performance painting images of the Father, Son and Holy Ghost painted before your eyes in a dancing style by performance painter and Catholic, Mike Debus.

Join cohosts Kari Janisse and Mike Walsh as they chat with this self taught artist about his unique style of painting - from saints, to athletes, to pop stars! You will hear how his faith was the reason he got into performance painting and how it has been a constant theme in many of his pieces.

To view his pieces and videos of him painting go to: www.michaeldebus.com and www.facebook.com/MikeDebusPerformancePainting

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Looking for something? Try praying to Saint Anthony of Padua, the patron saint of lost things, who the Catholic Church remembers today. A man who left a life of affluence for one of poverty, whose eloquence in preaching the faith attracted even fish to him. Laurie and Pete unpack these stories and more of the Doctor of the Church, “the Hammer of Heretics,” in this month’s Talking Saints.

“Humanity, in every age, and even today, looks to works of art to shed light upon its path and its destiny.”- Saint John Paul II Talking Catholic celebrates the art of poetry this week, speaking with Nicole Rollender, acclaimed poet and CEO/Co-Founder of Strand Writing Services.

Host Kari Janisse welcomes back Pete Sanchez to join in on the enlightening discussion, and what follows is a delightful hour on Rollender’s creative inspirations, how she juggles time to write with time for her family, and how the faith of the Our Lady of Peace, Williamstown, NJ, parishioner is integral in her life and work. Ending the program, Rollender shares some of her own personal poetry. Learn more about Rollender and read some of her illuminating work, at www.nicolemrollender.com, and visit her creative services agency at www.strandwritingservices.com.

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It’s been a weird few months and we’ve been bringing you a lot of heavy topics. Mike Walsh needed a break so he called over to his house a rare podcast of all four of the Talking Catholics hosts. For the first time since before March, Mike, Mary McCusker, Kari Janisse and Marianela Nunez had a chance to chat without the use of a Zoom call - they sat six feet from each other on Mike’s patio furniture. It’s a low-key interview, just talking about what they’ve been up to since mid-March, how they’ve kept their spirits and spirituality up, and what they hope to see in the very near future. The event do a little Catholic trivia to wrap up the episode :)

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In 16th century Rome, the Catholic Church was in trouble; the Protestant reformation, inner corruption, and growing cynicism threatened its influence. Enter the man called “good little Phil,” Philip Neri. To mark today’s feast of Saint Philip Neri, our hosts Laurie Power and Pete Sanchez share the life of this remarkable evangelist who proved that “a joyful heart is made more easily perfect than a downcast one.” In his 80 years on this Earth, this saint attracted fervent followers for Christ, including his own “saint squad”; cultivated a devotion to the blessed sacrament; and always kept a listening ear for others, in his “home of Christian mirth.” As he was wont to ask his followers, let us ask ourselves and others, “When shall we begin to do good?” Saint Philip Neri, pray for us!

There are stigmas surrounding certain populations such as those struggling with addiction, trauma, and incarceration. This week, Mike Walsh and Mary McCusker chat with Jo Anne Farrell, Catholic Charities, Diocese of Camden's addiction healing coordinator, who addresses these issues, and how and why the Church should be responding to them with a pastoral approach.

Jo Anne, who is a registered nurse and a parish nurse instructor, shares her unique insights as someone who brings her Catholic faith to her profession and her vocation as she works with families and individuals suffering from addiction and mobilizes other Catholics to support them. Tune in to learn more about her work, as well as the I THIRST initiative which is gaining traction across so many parishes in the Camden Diocese.

To learn more about Catholic Charities’ Addiction Healing Program, visit: https://catholiccharitiescamden.org/counseling/addiction/

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For the Class of 2020 it’s be a weird year. At least for the last few months. Kari Janisse and Mike Walsh invited a few seniors on to the show to ask them about what the last few months have been like, how it might impact they way they live their futures and what they plan to be doing in those futures.

We chat with Patrick from Holy Spirit High School in Absecon, Jade from Paul IV High School in Haddon Heights and Jared & Deana from Williamstown High School. They give us some powerful and ultimately uplifting insight in to this year.

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This week, Mary McCusker and Mike Walsh chat with Jennifer Dyer, one of the most dynamic and enthusiastic guests to ever join Talking Catholic! Jennifer has spent her entire career living out the social teachings of the Church: internationally through Catholic Relief Services, nationally with Catholic Charities USA, and locally here at Catholic Charities, Diocese of Camden. Jennifer has continually served as a visionary, bringing her knowledge and expertise to various programs and initiatives to meet the needs of the vulnerable across the country. Hear about her how her faith, upbringing, education, and professional experiences have shaped her into the leader she is today!

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his week, we get a glimpse inside of one of the lesser-known housing “gems” in New Jersey: the Diocesan Housing Services Corporation, of the Camden Diocese. Our guest, Jamie Reynolds, has served as Executive Director for the past four years, and he has successfully led his staff in their mission of providing affordable, high-quality housing across the Diocese – mainly to seniors and those disabilities. Jamie chats with Mary McCusker and Mike Walsh about the fascinating effort that goes into these housing complexes -- along with how his work ties into his professional experience as a lawyer and his personal vocations and passion for providing quality housing for those in need. Give it a listen!

To learn more about Diocesan Housing Services Corporation, go to: https://housing.camdendiocese.org/

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Students in South Jersey Catholic Schools took their books home “just in case” on Friday March 13. And by order of Governor Murphy, they haven’t been back since. How did schools recalibrate so quickly? What does remote learning look like? What are the biggest challenges and successes? What does the future look like? These questions and more are the subject of Talking Catholic’s conversation with Catholic school principals. Join Mike, Marianela and guest host Mary Beth Peabody as they meet with: Heather Crisci (Camden Catholic High School, Cherry Hill) Sister Jerilyn Einstein (Guardian Angels Regional School, Gibbstown), Tom Farren (Holy Spirit High School, Absecon), and Tom McGuire (Bishop McHugh Regional School, Cape May Courthouse).

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As the Easter season begins, we wanted to sit down for a chat with one of our co-host Kari Janisse’s favorite people, Anthony Vece. A South Philly native, by way of South Jersey and now a Long Island resident, Anthony was born legally blind with 1% vision, but that never stopped him. And his force of personality and spiritual will, including eventually becoming a parish lector. On this episode he shares his life story with Kari and Mike Walsh about how he has overcome adversity and challenges using his Catholic faith and his strong relationships with wonderful people in his communities.

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It’s time for a special Talking Saints program, join Laurie Power and Pete Sanches as they bring us a unique episode from the safety and social distancing of their own homes.

Instead of focusing on their usual monthly saint, this time they will be sharing the lives of men and women we can pray to during this time of pandemic: Saint Anthony of the Desert, Saint Camillus, Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton, Saint Faustina, and Saint Giuseppe Moscati. Doctors, ascetics, and mystics, they can all help us encounter God more profoundly, and serve our brothers and sisters now.

When a disaster or crisis strikes, such as this pandemic, nonprofits and social service agencies need to quickly adapt to the circumstances, laws, and a number of other factors to continue to serve populations. This week, we hear from Kevin Hickey, Executive Director of Catholic Charities, Diocese of Camden, and a member of the Catholic Charities USA Board of Trustees. Over the years, he’s seen and lead response efforts to a variety of crises ranging from natural disasters like Hurricane Katrina, to economic crises such as the Atlantic City casino closures. Host Mary McCusker and Mike Walsh chat with him about how Catholic Charities is responding to the effects of the #coronavirus, both in South Jersey and across the United States.

If you live in South Jersey and are in need of help, or to make a donation or learn more about Catholic Charities’ services during this pandemic please visit: www.CatholicCharitiesCamden.org

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Just after Ash Wednesday we invited Fr. John Rossi, administrator of Saint Bridget University Parish (https://www.stbridgetup.org) in Glassboro, NJ to give us some tips for Lent. At the time we said we would have to have him back to talk about Holy Week & the Triduum, and so we have! Of course, the world has changed a bit in the intervening weeks, so Kari Janisse and Mike Walsh also talk with Fr. Rossi about the work he’s being doing in his parish to make sure the spiritual life of the parish is maintained, even as we follow social distancing guidelines and accept the cancellation of in-person, public Masses throughout New Jersey. It’s another great interview with Fr. Rossi, filled with great spiritual and practical tips.

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Katie Comerford, the Diocese of Camden‘s Associate Director of Development for the House of Charity - Bishop’s Annual Appeal returns to the podcast to talk about the importance of fundraising - both spiritually and in service to our parishes and communities.

Katie is a veteran fundraiser who has worked all around the country. She offers our co-hosts Mary McCusker and Mike Walsh great tips on how to gear up for a fundraiser and what can make it successful.

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Like the rest of the world, our podcast isn’t immune to the effects of the coronavirus pandemic. But, also like the rest of the world, we will soldier on in new and different ways. So this week, via Zoom teleconferencing software, Mike Walsh grabs a few of his favorite co-hosts and guests for long conversation about how they’re handling the required social distancing. Joining him this week are Talking Catholic YouTube Channel hosts Kari Janisse, Star Martinez, Donna Ottaviano-Britt and Lex Keefer, Compartiendo Tu Don YouTube Channel host Marianela Nunez, and Director of Parish Nursing for VITALIty Catholic Healthcare Services, Nicole Keefer, RN.

And, since we have so many YouTubers on the show, we’re posting the full video of the interview on-line at https://www.youtube.com/TalkingCatholic

[Producer Note: please excuse the sound quality of these kinds of teleconferencing interviews. Zoom is great, but since we’re all recording in our own homes, some of the sounds of our daily lives bleed through. Put the content remains top quality!]

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UPDATE: the FaithFULL food drive has been cancelled due to COVID-19 restrictions, However, this episode is still chock full of important information about food insecurity and what you can do to help people.

It’s #NationalNutritionMonth, and the 7th annual Diocese of Camden FaithFull Food Drive is less than a week away! This couldn’t have been a better time to hear from our guests, Cristina Chillem, Program Director at Catholic Charities, Diocese of Camden, and Matt Davis, Director of the Camden Diocese’s Office of Life and Justice. These two bring a ton of energy to this week’s episode - along with some sobering realities - about food insecurity here in Southern New Jersey and in the nation. Give it a listen to test your knowledge about hunger / food insecurity, learn more about the upcoming FaithFull food drive and other initiatives which address hunger, and... catch a few spoilers for the next season of Talking Catholic’s YouTube show (hint: it involves food.)

To learn more about the FaithFULL Food Drive, go to: https://www.camdendiocese.org/faithfull/

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We have a very special guest joining us this week, acclaimed Catholic speaker and musician Paul J. Kim. He is one of the most sought-after Catholic youth & young adult speakers in America. The way he presents is a rare gift, moving his audiences from laughter in one moment, to deep reflection and prayer in another; An accomplished raconteur, Paul utilizes his many talents (i.e. music – beatboxing, comedy, inspirational talks) to communicate the Gospel message of Christ to people in a way that is engaging, entertaining, and altogether life-changing.

Paul was in-town for an event at Our Lady of Peace Parish in Williamstown and sat down for a rare extended chat with hosts Kari Janisse and Mike Walsh.

Check out Paul J. Kim’s work at http://www.pjkmusic.com, where you can find links to all his music video and many of his presentations.

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Lent is upon us, so this week we invited with Fr. John Rossi, administrator of Saint Bridget University Parish in Glassboro, NJ, on to the show. Fr. Rossi chats with hosts Kari Janisse and Mike Walsh about Lent, how to use the seven weeks before Easter to reflect on our faith, the different spiritual techniques available us, and why it’s critical to make the effort to embrace Lent.

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Laurie Power and Pete Sanchez are back for another Talking Saints episode.

“Miss Drexel Enters a Catholic Convent- Gives Up Seven Million.” This was the 1889 headline in the Philadelphia Public Ledger, after Philadelphia native and heiress Katharine Drexel decided to enter the Sisters of Mercy convent in Pittsburgh. On this month’s Talking Saints, our hosts unpack the story of a woman who gave up material wealth for spiritual treasure, and founded schools and missions to educate Native Americans and African Americans- a path that led her to sainthood and even more headlines.

Saint Katharine Drexel, Patroness of Racial Justice and Philanthropists, pray for us!

If there’s anyone who can speak about the harsh (and surprising) reality of homelessness in Southern New Jersey, it’s our guest this week: Cynthia Lebron, Housing Stability Director at Catholic Charities, Diocese of Camden, who has been faithfully working with homeless populations for the past 21 years. In this episode, Cynthia chats with hosts Mary McCusker and Mike Walsh about the many forms of homelessness, the reasons that people become homeless, how families survive without a roof over their heads, and on a lighter note - how they are able to overcome it through the assistance of Cynthia and her staff at Catholic Charities. Give it a listen!

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It's time to Talk Saints with Laurie Power and Pete Sanchez!

On the thirteenth day of May 1917, a “woman all in white, more brilliant than the sun” first appeared to three shepherd children in Fatima, Portugal. For the next five months, the Blessed Mother continued to visit the three youth- Francisco and Jacinta Marto and their cousin, Lucia dos Santos- and shared her message of the Rosary and prayer to bring peace to the world.

As the Catholic Church marks the feast of Saints Francisco and Jacinta Marto today, our hosts reflect on the lives of these humble servants of God, and how Our Lady of Fatima’s message to them is still relevant to society today, more than 100 years later.

This week we’re talking Catholic Schools legislative advocacy with the Diocese of Camden’s Dr. Bill Watson, Superintendent of Schools and Sr. Rose Difluri, Assistant Superintendent, who chat about how state funds affect nonpublic schools but more importantly, Catholic School families. Dr. Watson and Sr. Rose discuss with hosts Marianela Nuñez and Mike Walsh the importance of advocacy work and the responsibility of all Catholics to extend their support with these efforts - to help nonpublic school children have access to the state funds available to enrich their educational experience. On this episode you’ll hear us talk a lot about the New Jersey Catholic Conference, whose role it is to work with New Jersey legislators and the Governor’s Office in support of both Catholic Schools and other legislative concerns affecting the Catholic Church in general. To help advocate for our schools, we encourage you to go the NJCC’s voter voice page: https://njcatholic.org/faith-in-action.

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This week we sit down with members of Stockton University’s Catholic Campus Ministry - director Alison Filion, student president Dom Villanueva, and student secretary Catherine Cendana. Our hosts Kari Janisse and Mike Walsh chat with the trio about how the campus ministry helps students maintain their faith, how the ministry interacts with students, and why college students should make an effort to join a campus ministry or Newman House/Club (which can be found on almost every college campus in the United States.)

Learn more about Stockton University’s Catholic Campus Ministry: http://www.stocktonccm.com/

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Returning for a follow-up chat (a mere 150 episodes after his first visit) is Rod Herrera, director of the Office of Child and Youth Protection for the Diocese of Camden. He has one of the most important jobs in the diocese, making sure that the young people who attend our parishes, schools and ministries do so in safe environments. Rod talks with Mary McCusker and Mike Walsh about the VIRTUS training that all clergy, staff and volunteers must undergo before working with young people and everything the dioceses of the United States have done since the USCCB’s 2002 Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People was promulgated in response to the clergy sex use crisis.

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It’s Catholic Schools Week across the country and for today’s show we lined up six of our great New Jersey elementary school principles including: - Alice Malloy from Our Lady of Mt. Carmel School in Berlin - Joan Dollinger from Assumption Regional Catholic School in Galloway - Molly Webb from Resurection Catholic School in Cherry Hill - Phil Gianfortune from Saint Michael the Archangel School in Clayton - Helen Persing from Saint John Paul II Regional School in Stratford - Steven Hogan from Saint Mary School in Vineland

National Catholic Schools Week, this year from January 26 to February 1, is an annual celebration of Catholic education that showcases what makes Catholic schools great. Our wonderful principals provide a lot of insight into what makes South Jersey Catholic Schools the gift of a lifetime.

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It's a Talking Saints episode! At a time when little could be done for those suffering from leprosy, Marianne Cope showed the highest love, courage and enthusiasm. She is a shining and energetic example of the best of the tradition of Catholic nursing sisters.” These were the words of Pope Benedict XVI, during Saint Marianne Cope’s 2012 canonization. On today’s installment of Talking Saints, hosts Laurie and Pete break open the life of this 19th and 20th century Sister of Saint Francis, a trailblazer in the fight for equal treatment and dignity for all throughout a lifetime of caring for the sick. Saint Marianne Cope, patron saint of lepers and outcasts, pray for us!

In anticipation for the March for Life on January 24, Kari Janisse and Mike Walsh sit down with Youth Minister Kim Pesotski from St. Mary Mount Carmel Parish (MMC), brothers Stephen and Manny Mertis from MMC, and Our Lady of Peace Parish’s youth Nick Starkov, Bella Pilla and Emily Simon. They each share about their experiences attending the March for Life, what they anticipate to experience this Friday, and standing up for the unborn. These youth and all of us are the voice of the unborn!

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This week, Mary McCusker and Mike Walsh recorded the first podcast of 2020 with a guest who is an expert in many fields, including avoiding any kind of spotlight (until now!): Dr. Andy Zmuda, Director of Program Operations & Integration, and the Asset Development Director at Catholic Charities, Diocese of Camden. As someone who has been with the agency for 15 years and currently oversees all programs and staff at Catholic Charities, he has many unique and fascinating perspectives and insights to social work and how it intersects with Catholic faith.

In this podcast, he also dives into the ins and outs of Asset Development - an area of social work that is not talked about frequently, but is essential towards guiding the poor and vulnerable towards financial stability and self-sufficiency. Give it a listen!

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Happy New Year, listeners!

For the last few months Talking Catholic has been working on a new project, a YouTube series of spiritually focused shows. It began in the Fall with our Spanish-language show "Compartiendo Tu Don."

Joining Mike Wash on today’s podcast are several of the hosts, including: - Kari Janisse of "Youth Ministry Insights" - Donna Ottaviano-Britt of "Joyful Disciples" - Fr. Adam Cichoski of "What A Life" - Star Martinez of "Keepin' It Catholic" - Marianela Nunez of "Compartiendo Tu Don"

Unable to make the podcast was host Alexis Keefer of "Changing With The Tides" but we’ll get her on soon!

(For the first time we recorded our audio podcast episode completely remotely, with all the participants in different venues, so please forgive us if the sound isn't perfect.)

Each of our hosts are creating 12 episodes that will roll out over the first six months of 2020. The shows be focused on youth ministry, missionary discipleship, vocations, young adult spirituality, and embracing difficulty.

We’re very excited about this new venture. If successful, we hope to bring even more show topics to the Talking Catholic YouTube channel!

Check out the new channel (and the very rare video version of this podcast) here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKPigUniIpN77DldUfyweow

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Merry Christmas, listeners! As per tradition, we’re doing a hosts-only edition of the podcast this year, but since Mike Walsh now has three new co-hosts, it’s also a great way to do some belated proper introductions and explanations as to why we’ve made some changes in format. On this episode you’ll learn more about these three great women - Mary McCusker, Kari Janisse and Marianela Nunez - their backstories and what they bring to the podcast.

We can’t wait to bring you more great podcast episodes in 2020!

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A Catholic club in a public school? It does exist! Monroe Township (Williamstown) public school district is home to +HE ROCK clubs. Better known as “a faith based club” in the middle and high schools of Williamstown.

+HE ROCK, is a Catholic after school club that meets monthly and is open to all students to attend to learn about the Catholic faith!

Cohosts Mike Walsh and Kari Janisse (founder of +HE ROCK) talk with Donna Alfarano, Williamstown High School club advisor, Lisette Litwinczuk, Williamstown Middle School club advisor, WHS senior and +HE ROCK President, Jared Cruz, and WHS junior and +HE ROCK Secretary Officer, Jade Kern all about the club and its success with the students!

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It's a Talking Saints podcast!

When he died at the young age of 49, John of the Cross - Carmelite priest, mystic, contemplative, and poet - had indeed lived a life close to the cross of Christ, one filled with its sufferings and darkness, but even more with immeasurable joy, grace, and light. On the feast of this Doctor of the Church, Talking Saints hosts Laurie and Pete tell the story of this influential figure, and discuss what it means to “strip everything of ourselves that is not God, for God.”

[Ed. Note: This is a special Spanish-language podcast episode of our diocesan YouTube Show Compartiendo Tu Don.] En esta edición especial el Padre Joel Camarillo, párroco de la Parroquia de la Divina Misericordia y Norma Guzman, Asistente Administrativa del Ministerio hispano, nos describen la celebración de La Virgen de Guadalupe y lo que esta significa para los Hispanos y Latinoamérica. Ambos de nacionalidad Mexicana y con un conocimiento profundo de la historia detrás de esta celebración nos cuentan lo que se siente al estar en la Basilica de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe y como desarrollan su devoción a nuestra morenita! Escucha este audio especia aquí!

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmZDBvIhlg4lNiylSZL5Ctg

We’ve got an early episode for your this week in honor of Thursday’s Feast Day of Our Lady of Guadalupe!

Mike and Marianela chat with Father Vince Guest, Pastor of Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish; Helen Persing, Principal of St. John Paul II Regional School; and Gelen Hernández, Director of Hispanic Ministry at Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish. If you are looking to get a better understanding of the celebration of Our Lady of Guadalupe, you need to listen to this podcast! The conversation includes an explanation of the Feast and what it means, not only for the Latino community, but also for the diverse community at the Parish and in the Diocese of Camden. Our guests express their Joy and excitement during this time of the year in great detail and give us insights into the cultural traditions that go along with the feast. The celebration starts the evening of Dec. 11th as people prepare in prayer for the big day on Dec. 12th. This episode will leave you enriched and excited!

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The Diocese of Camden sent 113 attendees to the National Catholic Youth Conference (NCYC) in Indianapolis two weeks ago. Co-hosts, Kari Janisse and Mike Walsh chat about the NCYC experience with Josè Rodriguez of the diocesan office of Youth and Young Adult Ministries; Millet LoCasale, Coordinator of Youth and Young Adult Ministries at St. Katherine Drexel; and Rianna Evans, an Our Lady of Peace Parish JP2 Youth Group member.

During this show you will hear all about what NCYC is, what the youth experienced there, as well as highlights of the conference.

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This week Fr. Cadmus Mazzarella, or Fr. Mazz to his parishioners at Our Lady of Peace Parish in Williamstown, NJ, visits the podcast to talk all things Advent - the often overlooked and under-appreciated season leading up to Christmas. In his conversation with co-hosts Kari Janisse and Mike Walsh, Fr. Mazz explains the importance of the season, its similarities to Lent and how we can use the spiritual opportunities of this season to help us cut through the secular noise and maintain focus on our relationship with God.

This is our first episode on Domestic Church Media, where we can be heard at 11 AM on Sundays and 4 PM on Mondays each week - https://domesticchurchmedia.org/

And you’ll always be able to listen to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher, SoundCloud, Alexa or at http://www.camdendiocese.org/talkingcatholic

Our guest this week is the brilliant Sylvia Loumeau, MSW, LCSW, Director of Clinical Services at Catholic Charities, Diocese of Camden.

In the first half of the podcast she discusses Catholic Charities’ newest addiction services initiative, iThirst. which aims to empower the Church to be a resource for those suffering from addiction and their families.

In the second part of the podcast we talk about the ever-present scourge of domestic violence, something Sylvia has been assisting victims to overcome for almost the entirety of her 30 year career.

In between, we discuss other trauma-induced addictions, how social workers refill their always needed reserves of compassion, and her recent trip to France.

Also joining Mike on the podcast as his de facto co-host is Catholic Charities' executive director Kevin Hickey.

To learn more about iThirst go to - https://catholiccharitiescamden.org/ithirst/

If you or someone you know is a victim of domestic violence, check out resources available to you here: https://catholiccharitiescamden.org/counseling/domestic-violence/

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November 17-23 will be Discover Catholic Schools Week across the country, an initiative by he National Catholic Education Association designated to help schools connect with prospective families, donors, educators and other community members. In the Diocese of Camden, the week will be used to highlight Catholic schools for families looking to find the right school for their children.

With this in mind we welcome two veteran South Jersey Catholic School teachers onto the show, 4th Grade Math teacher Stuart Brayshaw and Technology teacher Jennifer Marisi. These two great STEM educators chat with hosts Marianela Nunez and Mike Walsh about what differentiates Catholic schools from public schools.

Stu and Jen will also be featured in a series of diocesan videos that will be rolling out on Facebook and YouTube during #DiscoverCatholicSchools week!

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In 1889, an Italian Catholic nun named Mother Frances Xavier Cabrini sought the permission of Pope Leo XIII to go to China as a missionary. “Not to the East, but to the West,” he replied, urging her to travel to the United States and serve the impoverished Italian immigrants in New York City. So began Mother Cabrini’s prolific ministry to the poor, sick, abandoned, and uneducated throughout the United States and around the world. As the Catholic Church today celebrates the feast of the founder of the Missionary Sisters of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, Talking Saints hosts Laurie and Pete unpack the life of this faithful and courageous woman, the first American citizen to be canonized, and still much-loved in New York.

This week we have a great guest stop by The Vault for a chat! Meet Cristina Chillem, Catholic Charities, Diocese of Camden, Inc. program director overseeing the Health and Wellness initiative in Salem County and the “Walk with Me” mentorship initiative in Camden and Gloucester counties.

As we discuss the former, we realize Cristina may have a future as a television chef - teaching the health benefits of cooking from scratch versus pre-packaged meals.

For the latter, Cristina explains the importance of providing mentorship programs for at-risk young men and the difficulties finding good male role-models to make a difference in the lives of these youths.

To learn more about the Walk with Me mentoring program go to: https://catholiccharitiescamden.org/mentorship or email Cristina directly at cristina.chillem@camdendiocese.org. And if you will be at Man Up South Jersey on November 9th, visit her information booth!

We welcome another young priest onto the podcast this week, the affable Fr. Josh Nevitt, Parochial Vicar, Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton, Absecon and Director of Catholic Identity at Holy Spirit High School. Hosts Kari Janisse and Mike Walsh chat with the good Father about his first few years as a priest, his discernment process, his time as a seminarian in Rome and what he’s up to now. And if you listen till the end, you’ll also hear why he showed up in a pink clergy shirt :)

This is one of our most emotional podcasts yet. Less than 24 hours before we recorded, our co-host Marianela Nunez and guest Marybeth Peabody, both from the South Jersey Catholic Schools office, were crossing the border back and forth from Texas to Mexico, bringing food and water to South and Central American refugees, as part of Catholic Charities, Diocese of Camden's’ 11th Share the Journey solidarity pilgrimage. Joined by co-host Mike Walsh and Catholic Charities' Mary McCusker, they discuss the first-hand encounters and experiences that they faced on their journey, which was informative, heartbreaking, uplifting, and everything in between.

To learn more about the solidarity pilgrimages, go to - https://catholiccharitiescamden.org/stj/

Do you know a young man who has, or might have, a calling to the priesthood? Perhaps they don’t know the first steps of formally discerning a vocation. This week hosts Kari Janisse and Mike Walsh get you ALL the answers when they sit down in The Vault with Fr. Adam Cichoski, the new director of vocations for the Diocese of Camden.

Fr. Cichoski (Ch-hess-key), a young priest himself, goes into deep, honest and joyful detail of his own discernment, and what a young man needs to know before starting the process that leads to seminary and, God-willing, the priesthood.

But even more useful than what this podcast can provide, beginning on October 20th, the Office of Vocations will be hosting monthly discernment meetings for any young man between the ages of 16-35 to discuss a vocation to the priesthood. To learn more about discernment groups go to: https://camdenpriest.org/discernmentgroup/

Also, follow our seminarians on social media at: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/CamdenPriest/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/camdenpriest/

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Exactly one week after Catholic Charities’ 16th annual Justice for All Awards Dinner, Talking Catholic ventured out of The Vault to CC’s headquarters in Camden to chat with some of the minds behind the dinner and a few folks who spoke from the main stage. We discuss everything from behind-the-scenes event planning, to their experiences at the US/Mexico border, and in a strange left turn, their favorite animated TV shows.

Please make sure you listen to the end to hear Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle’s remarks to the people of the Camden Diocese as he accepts the Saint John Neumann award for his work with Caritas Internationalis.

Today’s hosts, Mary McCusker and Mike Walsh, are joined by Kevin Hickey, CC’s Executive Director; Samantha Astley, Volunteer Coordinator; and Jose Sanchez, Program Director.

With Respect Life Month kicking off this October, Kari Janisse, Coordinator of Youth Ministry at Williamstown’s Our Lady of Peace Parish, joins the show with her friend and former youth group member, Catalina “Cat” Morales. They share with Mike and Pete their experiences working to promote the sanctity of life, the sobering statistics on abortion, and how to help pregnant women and their children.

For more information on Respect Life Month, visit http://www.usccb.org/about/pro-life-activities/respect-life-program/

Want to become a better husband or a better father? Want to become a better son or a better co-worker? Want to encounter Christ and be anchored to Him?

In the Vault this week are two distinguished gentlemen who can help you with all of these: Deacon Anthony Cioe, of Saints Peter and Paul Parish in Turnersville, and Anthony Scafidi, Coordinator of Junior Youth Ministry at Blackwood’s Our Lady of Hope Parish, both on the planning committee for the upcoming, 2nd annual Man Up South Jersey men’s spirituality conference, to be held on Nov. 9 at Paul VI Conference Center, Haddon Heights.

Mike, Pete and our guests discuss why it’s important for men to come together in the faith, and the exciting things to come in November.

The ManUp Conference is open to all ages; for more information and to register, go to www.manupsouthjersey.com

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As the 18th annual Camden Diocese Blue Mass for law enforcement and first responders approaches next week, Deputy Chief David Harkins of the Gloucester Township Police Department returns to the show, along with Captain April Herrington and Lieutenant Bill Walsh, both of the Voorhees Police Department. The three veteran officers speak with Mike and Pete about their careers in public safety, as well as the beauty and importance of the Blue Mass.

The Blue Mass takes place next Friday, September 27. 10:30 a.m., at Saint Agnes Church (Our Lady of Hope Parish) in Blackwood and will be celebrated by Bishop Dennis Sullivan. All are welcome to attend.

This week we sit down with two of the Camden Diocese Catholic Renewal's joyful leaders: Father René Canales, Bishop’s Delegate for the Catholic Renewal, and Vicar for Hispanics at Our Lady of Hope Parish in Blackwood; and Rebekah Hardy, Renewal speaker and Campus Minister at Glassboro’s Rowan University.

Need a break from the everyday hustle-and-bustle? Feeling lethargic in your spiritual life? Come to the Camden Diocese Catholic Renewal in Wildwood from Oct. 11- 13, and find refreshment and strength for the journey in growing closer to God, through the intercession of the Holy Spirit and the Blessed Virgin Mary.

The spirited discussion among includes reflections on their own personal graces from the weekend, now in its 31st year, and what’s in store for this year - which includes two of our favorite words: sunrise rosary.

For more information, visit https://camdendiocesecatholicrenewal.org/, or go to the Renewal’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/www.CamdenDioceseCatholicRenewal.org/

On the eve of the first day of school for 2019, classrooms were in order, plans for the year nailed down, and two teachers from South Jersey Catholic Schools join Mike, Pete and guest co-host Mary Beth Peabody to talk about life in the classroom, what led them to their vocation, ways they engage students and why they love their jobs. The duo could not have been better matched. Meet Cathy O’Brien, veteran language arts teacher at Christ the King Regional School in Haddonfield, who shares her love of literature – and maybe a few yoga poses – with fifth and sixth graders. Meet Andrew Staub, recent graduate of the Alliance for Catholic Education (ACE) program through Saint Joseph’s University, who returns to Gloucester Catholic High School as a full-time chemistry and physical science teacher. His youthful exuberance is a hallmark of his ability to engage students and manage a classroom. Cathy and Andrew represent hundreds of their fellow colleagues in South Jersey Catholic Schools who bring knowledge, inquiry, laughter and faith to school every day.

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Instantly recognizable with her blue and white sari and ear-to-ear smile, Saint Teresa of Calcutta captivated the world with her work to the poor, sick, and disadvantaged, as foundress of the Missionaries of Charity. As the Catholic Church marks her feast day, Laurie and Pete unfold the narrative of this remarkable woman- her early life, her work in India, and trusting God even through “a painful night” of the soul.

It’s the return of the unofficial co-host of Talking Catholic, Fr. Robert Sinatra! The pastor of Vineland’s Saint Padre Pio Parish joins us this week to talk specifically about the Eucharist, in light of the Pew Research Center report earlier this month that found a majority of Catholics do not understand the nature of the Eucharist as the true body and blood of Christ.

It’s a truly enlightening conversation with Fr. Sinatra who offers a spotlight on the power of the Eucharist, how it is very much the essence of our Catholic faith, and what we can do to keep it front & center in our lives.

In the podcast we also note a Father Michael Schmitz video that offers some enlightenment on the nature of the Mass. We couldn’t find the specific video in question, but here’s one from Fr. Schmitz you may find interesting that details all the parts of the Mass and explains there underlying importance: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VCtZmLrFkqk

Of course, we couldn’t have Fr. Sinatra on without a little baseball, toys from our youth, and superhero talk, so we tacked on a few minutes of our usual nerdy conversation about our favorite topics at the end of the podcast.

This week we chat with youth and leaders involved with the week-long Summer in the City experience: Greg Coogan, Diocesan Director of youth ministry; Alicia Foreman, a member of Stockton University’s Catholic Campus Ministry; Mary Gardner, student at Camden Catholic High School; Juliana Campasso, a parishioner of Saint Joseph, Somers Point; Richard Price, of Our Lady of Perpetual Help, Galloway Township; and Anthony Solari, student at Holy Spirit High School.

In the Kairos Retreat Center at Holy Spirit High School, where they are staying for the week, the guests share with hosts Mike and Pete their impactful days of the spiritual and social justice-minded immersion, which have included sleeping outside to simulate homelessness, spending time with children and elderly, and praying in front of the Blessed Sacrament in adoration.

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This week, Mike and Pete pack their bug spray and canteens for a trip to the Roosevelt Scout Reservation in Elmer, to speak with leaders and youth of Catholic Scouting in South Jersey.

The fun conversation featured insights from the panel on the duties of a scout, how scouting makes one self-reliant, and finding God in nature.

Joining the hosts are Father Paul Harte, Chaplain of the Catholic Scouting Committee; Joe Brennan, the Chair of the Scouting Committee; Tom Beatty, Vice-Chair of the Scouting Committee; Greg Coogan, Director of Youth Ministry for the Diocese of Camden; Rusty Brady, Mass Coordinator for the Scouting Committee; and Jenny and Sam Ferrara, a scout leader and scout from Bridgeton’s Troop 1098.

To learn about the Scouting Youth Ministry in South Jersey go to: http://www.snjcatholicscouting.org https://www.camdendiocese.org/youth-ministries/scouting/

“Greater love than this no man hath, that a man lay down his life for his friends.” – John 15:13

These were the opening words of the papal decree announcing the beatification of Saint Maximilian Kolbe, a fitting statement for a 20th century martyr of the church. On his feast day, Laurie and Pete unpack the life of this friar, evangelist and soldier for Christ who made the ultimate sacrifice for his fellow man, during the Holocaust.

Mike and Pete continue their Summer Down the Shore series this week, (after an upcoming events rundown with our award-winning Talking Saints co-host Laurie Power). The duo venture out to Ocean City, and chat again with Katie Waldow, Director of Youth Ministry at Saint Damien Parish. The delightful guest shares the fun of Vacation Bible School, the formation of her parish’s nascent young adult ministry, and life in a shore town.

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Learn more about St. Damian Parish at: https://stdamienparish.com/

Mike and Pete continue their summer at the shore, as they travel to Atlantic City and the Parish of Saint Monica to speak with organizers of the upcoming Wedding of the Sea Mass and festival. Joyce Ruffolo, festival coordinator; Jim Persenda, liturgy coordinator; and Becky Woods, marketing specialist, share the exciting details for the August 15 celebration, held on the Feast of the Assumption.

The Wedding of the Sea’s origins, and its history in Atlantic City, are discussed, and while Mike hopes for the perfect photo opportunity at the festival, Pete is curious about just what the Johnny Toss is.

For more information on the Wedding of the Sea, visit http://weddingofthesea.org/

Mike and Pete go down the shore this week, as they travel to Ocean City to soak up the sun, eat boardwalk pizza and fries, and have a nice chat with Cecilia Gallelli-Keyes, co-owner/front office manager of the Tahiti Inn. Just 50 yards from the beach and boardwalk, we chat about the family-owned and operated getaway, Cecilia regales us with stories of growing up in South Philly, her strong family bonds, and the inspiring and faithful path led by her father, who first purchased the Inn to ensure his family would always be self-sufficient.

For more information on the Tahiti Inn and the Gallelli family, visit www.tahitiinn.com or call 609-399-0130.

In his five-plus years as a left winger for the NHL’s Calgary Flames, Johnny Gaudreau, a product of Gloucester Catholic High School, has established himself as one of the league’s stars.

This week, Mike, Pete, and guest co-host John Kalitz (digital media manager for the Diocese of Camden & NHL expert), and Gloucester Catholic’s Cara Buckland sit down with “Johnny Hockey” at Dunlop’s Bar and Grill inside HollyDell Ice Arena in Sewell.

It’s a fun conversation where Gaudreau talks about coming back home to his South Jersey roots, his career so far, and his upcoming scholarship golf tournament on July 26 in Pittsgrove, which benefits Gloucester Catholic students.

For more info on the 4th annual Johnny Gaudreau scholarship golf tournament, visit www.johnnyhockeygolf.com.

Fundraising professionals, like the Diocese of Camden’s Associate Director of Development Katie Comerford, are a rare breed. It takes a special kind of person to make a career out of serving the Church by helping people to understand the importance of their donations, whether weekly collections, annual giving opportunities and/or long-term giving plans. Mike and Pete sit down with Katie to discuss her experiences helping Catholic communities across the country raise money, her return to her home state after years of traveling for work, and her excitement for the upcoming House of Charity campaign. And as a bonus, for the last 15 minutes, the show becomes all about Marvel movies, as Katie talks about binge-watching and her top five MCU films (warning, Avengers: Endgame spoliers).

Who is Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati? Faithful son and brother, amiable friend, avid mountaineer, social activist, and devotee of the Blessed Sacrament. Saint John Paul II called him “The Man of Eight Beatitudes.” He has been a patron of World Youth Day. Our hosts Laurie and Pete unpack the short but powerful life of this 20th century man of Turin, Italy, and discuss how even 94 years since his passing, Frassati’s Catholic witness still inspires the young church “Verso L’alto”- To the Heights! Blessed Pier Giorgio, pray for us!

Ever wonder how Talking Saints co-host Laurie Power and the Diocese of Camden's Director of Discipleship & Leadership Donna Ottaviano-Britt stay so well versed in Catholic theology? Well they school Mike and Pete on this week’s podcast. Donna dropped in about 13 minutes after we’d already started recording, but sheesh, what luck! It’s possible there may have been one or two digressions, such as the Theology of Pasta and our first ever chat about Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (Mike and Donna sat that one out with bewildered looks on their faces.) All-in-all, a PERFECT Independence Day weekend Catholic podcast. Have a great 4th of July. God Bless America!

A full-circle day for Talking Catholic! Almost two years ago, our dynamic guest, Dr. Vincent Mancuso, was inspired by one of the first Talking Catholic podcast episodes Mike & Pete recorded, which put him on a journey towards fulfilling one of his many roles now: Coordinator of Catholic Charities, Diocese of Camden, Inc.'s English Learning Center, where he volunteers, coordinates, oversees, and teaches ESL (English as a Second Language) classes for refugee clients.

Listen to Vinnie’s insightful and fascinating experiences, roles, and insights as a program volunteer – and, as a stay-at-home dad, earning his Ph.D. in Cell and Molecular Biology, remaining an active parishioner and a true missionary disciple. This, and so much more, is how he became a Catholic Charities USA Volunteer of the Year Finalist (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=obxwKAs0hGs)!

On this month's Talking Saints, Laurie Power and Pete Sanchez reflect on the life and legacy of Saint Thomas More, a 16th century lawyer and Lord Chancellor to England’s King Henry VIII who put God above all things, at the cost of his own life. In addition to his relationship with the King, our hosts delve into More’s love for his wife and children, his skills as a theologian and writer, and how close More came to joining a Carthusian monastery at a young age. Saint Thomas More, patron saint of lawyers, adopted children, and civil servants, pray for us!

As picking season begins in Hammonton, the Blueberry Capital of the World, let’s not forget those who make it possible for all those delicious pies, muffins, and milkshakes. This week, Mike and Pete sit down with Father Yvans Jazon, Administrator of Collingswood’s Saint Teresa of Calcutta Parish to talk about this weekend’s Haitian Farmworkers Mass, an evening of welcome and appreciation for the men and women who spend the hot summer months working in Hammonton’s fields for the blueberries on our picnic tables. Father Jazon shares stories of his upbringing in Haiti, his ministry to Haitians in South Jersey, and the community’s ever-present joy and faith. Join Father Jazon and the farmworkers this Friday, June 21, 6 p.m., for a Haitian Creole/English-language liturgy and celebration at Columbia Fruit Farms, 220 Columbia Road, Hammonton. https://www.camdendiocese.org/event/welcome-mass-and-reception-for-farm-workers-2019/?event_date=2019-06-21

With the Diocese of Camden's inaugural Soccer Cup taking place this Saturday, June 15 at Saint Augustine Prep in Richland, Mike and Pete discuss all things fútbol with three of the day’s organizers: Marianela Nunez, Field Director of Latino Enrollment in the diocesan Office of Catholic Schools; Claudia Trani-Melgar, Communications and Outreach Coordinator for Saint Clare of Assisi Parish, Swedesboro; and Jose Rodriguez, diocesan Coordinator for Youth, Young Adult, and Hispanic Ministries. This lively hour has the three sharing the genesis of this event, which will bring men, women, and parish communities together for some fun competition and fellowship. Orange slices, team colors, and social media stars are also discussed. For more info on the Soccer Cup, go to https://www.camdendiocese.org/camden-dioceses-first-ever-soccer-cup-june-15/. As well, It’s a big day for the podcast, as the show was also video-recorded, so look out for that possibly up soon.

It’s a first for Talking Catholic, as Mike and Pete, in the Vault, as we Facetime this episode with Donna Ottaviano-Britt, diocesan Director of Missionary Discipleship, in the comfort of her Ocean City home. As the Catholic Church this weekend prepares to celebrate the Feast of Pentecost, the birthday of the Church, Ottaviano-Britt shares with our hosts the campaign spreading across South Jersey this weekend to “Paint the Diocese Red.” Through prayer, street evangelization, holy kites, and cookies, faith communities filled with the Holy Spirit will share the Good News with all.

For more information on what the Diocese of Camden’s parishes have in store for this weekend, read her excellent story at https://catholicstarherald.org/convocation-delegates-have-plans-for-pentecost/

We're talking Catholic schools, but for this episode we brought in two heavy hitters - Mary Boyle, retiring Superintendent of Catholic Schools, and Bill Watson, Director of Curriculum and Assessment for Catholic Schools, who is tasked with the formidable job of filling her substantial shoes as he takes on the mantle of superintendent. Mike and Pete are also joined by guest co-host Mary Beth Peabody, Communications and Marketing Manager for the diocese’s Office of Catholic Schools. Ms. Boyle chats about her long career, upcoming retirement at the end of the summer, and passing the baton to Dr. Watson. We also discuss the connections (familial and professional) Mary has made throughout her nearly 20 year tenure in the schools office, the joys and challenges of working in Catholic Schools, and their plans for the summer.

It's a Talking Saints episode! Faith. Heroism. Political Intrigue. The life of Saint Joan of Arc is still a compelling one, almost 600 years after her death. Laurie Power and Pete Sanchez unpack the journey of “The Maid of Orleans” 5th century from peasant girl, to mystic, to heroine of France, to saint. Also popping in is Father Jon Thomas, Pastor of the Parish of Saint Monica in Atlantic City, who shares his thoughts on this unique saint.

It's Memorial Day Weekend, so we're rolling out the Summer Kickoff show! Pete and Mike discuss all things under the sun with a few of our favorite guests and co-hosts: Maria D’Antonio, Communications Coordinator & Web Content Manager for the diocesan Office of Communications; Mary McCusker, Marketing and Communications Coordinator for Catholic Charities, Diocese of Camden; as well as Marianela Nunez, Field Consultant for Latino Enrollment and Mary Beth Peabody, Communications and Marketing Manager both of the Camden Diocese Office of Schools. A lot is covered in the hour: favorite shore spots along the Jersey coast and the Dominican Republic; summer reading; and the meaning and origin of the term “Shoobies.”

This week, Talking Catholic holds its first-ever “MaryCast,” as the complete hour is devoted to Our Blessed Mother. With Mike on assignment, Pete is joined by guest co-host Kim Pesotski, Youth Director of Saint Mary of Mount Carmel Parish, Hammonton, and Father Tim Byerley, Pastor of Merchantville’s Saint Peter Parish to speak on the Mother of Jesus: her fiat to God, her role in salvation history, and how praying the rosary can change the world. Mary Our Mother, pray for us!

We're back to our normal programming and celebrating National Nurses Week by saluting the hardworking women and men providing support to individuals and families, in a myriad of ways, through times of physical and/or mental hardship. Joining Mike & Pete this week are two valued members of VITALity Catholic Healthcare Services - and RN's themselves - Nicole Keefer, Director of Parish Nursing, and Rosemary Love, RN Care Coordinator. The two dedicated professionals share how they got involved in their current vocations, how faith plays a role in healing, and give a few tips on staying happy and healthy. (Mike and Pete were taking notes.)

Spoiler alert! Pete, Mike, and two of Mike’s Marvel Cinematic Universe-loving pals - Phil Huesser and Jay Rhinehart - spent 2+ hours talking about Avengers: Endgame. It may not be the spiritual content you’ve come to expect from the podcast, but we do talk about pop culture movies A LOT so it seems only appropriate that we join the MCU sheep and do a deep dive into the minutia of Avengers: Endgame.

Also, we’re not kidding, this is a spoiler-filled podcast, so if you haven’t had a chance to watch the movie and you still want to be surprised, don’t listen to this podcast yet. It will be here when you finally see Endgame. (Seriously, what are you waiting for? It's great!)

Don’t worry, we’ll be back to our typical programming before the end of the week :)

Mike and Pete have a perfectly pleasing podcast this week with Kalley Petito, first grade teacher at Saint Margaret’s Elementary School in Woodbury Heights, and author of the new children’s book “Mr. Petito and the Punks,” which teaches kindness through rhyming and alliteration. Mrs. Petito shares the journey of her book, which was first composed 25 years ago on a word processor and is now available on websites like Barnes and Noble & Amazon; her creative inspirations; her unique way of making greeting cards for loved ones; and how her family played an important part in the story.

“Mr. Petito and the Punks" is available at: Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Mr-Petito-Punks-Kalley/dp/1644169266

Barnes & Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/mr-petito-and-the-punks-kalley-petito/1130646338

Mr. Petito and the Punks

It's Talking Catholic's first dedicated movie review episode, featuring the pro-life film “Unplanned,” currently in theaters. Mike, Pete, and Kim Pesotski, Director of Youth Ministry at Hammonton’s Saint Mary of Mount Carmel Parish, share their thoughts on the film - the true story of Abby Johnson, a former Planned Parenthood leader’s spiritual and professional transformation - and her fight for the Right to Life and helping women facing crisis pregnancies. This powerful and important film opened the eyes and hearts of Kim, Pete and filmgoers across the country. For more information on “Unplanned,” its movie times, and Abby Johnson’s story and mission, visit www.unplannedfilm.com.

This week, Mike and Pete are back in The Vault to welcome Alicia Foreman, a junior at Stockton University, to chat about her path to full communion in the Catholic faith. The Social Work major shares her amazing story of finding Christ through The ROCK ministry at Williamstown High School, and embracing the Church’s teachings. Since her confirmation, she has dedicated herself to being a true missionary disciple, including traveling to Texas as part of the Share the Journey pilgrimage to aid migrants. As Easter approaches, this episode is a true showcase of joy and hope in the faith.

The fifth and final installment of audio from the plenary sessions of the Convocation of Catholic Leaders: The Joy of the Gospel in South Jersey.

This one, from the final plenary session of the Convocation, features a presentation from Chris Lowney, author of the book, Everyone Leads. This book was the roadmap of preparation for the Convocation for every attendee. In his presentation he delved even further into his perspective on how to energize our parishes and our fellow parishioners. (https://www.amazon.com/Everyone-Leads-Revitalize-Catholic-Church/dp/1442262087)

Afterwards, he sits down for a Q&A with convocation moderator Josh Miller, Co-Founder & Head of Education at Inscape Vocations. (www.inscapevocations.com/).

Everyone Leads: How to Revitalize the Catholic Church

Hey! It’s a full-fledged Talking Catholic podcast for the first time this week!!!! (We hope you’ve been enjoying the Convocation audio, but if not, the last one comes out today.)

We’re back in AC… again. But this time, Mike, Pete and today’s surprise co-host, Donna Ottaviano-Britt are in town to speak with Franciscan Sister of the Renewal local servant Sister Agnes and four of her community’s inaugural Saint Michael’s Missionaries - Connie Boesch, Sandy Martinez, Emma Hilton, and Mariah Wilkins. These incredible young women have been in Atlantic City, working alongside the CFR sisters, since September. The quartet talk at length about how the experience has challenged them, invigorated them, and allowed them to live in community more closely to their faith. It’s a great chat that even Mike and Pete couldn’t screw up (mostly because we invited Donna to join us.) And yeah, we talk about the recent Convocation a little, but we kept it brief :)

To learn more about the Community of Franciscan Sisters of the Renewal, go to: http://franciscansisterscfr.com/

The fourth installment of audio from the plenary sessions of the Convocation of Catholic Leaders: The Joy of the Gospel in South Jersey.

This one, from the afternoon session of Day 3, features a talk from Dr. Carolyn Woo, Distinguished President’s Fellow for Global Development at Purdue University and former President & CEO of Catholic Relief Services. In her talk, "Rise and Shine," Dr. Woo focuses on how parishes play a part to make God real, act as both messenger and message, constitute his body on earth, and pass on the faith to the next generation. (https://www.purdue.edu/research/staff/biographies.php?id=122)

Afterwards, Kevin Hickey & Dr. Vincent Mancuso from Catholic Charities, Diocese of Camden and Estrellita Martinez of the Vineland Catholic Millennial Ministry sit down with for a Q&A with convocation moderator Josh Miller, Co-Founder & Head of Education at Inscape Vocations. (www.inscapevocations.com/).

Finally, Saint Joachim parishioner Magali Rodriguez a DREAMER spoke to the attendees about her life as an immigrant to the U.S., brought across the border as a baby and how she has grown up as an American, and what her and her fellow DREAMERS offer to this country.

The third installment of audio from the plenary sessions of the Convocation of Catholic Leaders: The Joy of the Gospel in South Jersey.

This one, from the afternoon session of Day 2, features a talk from Cardinal Joseph Tobin, Archbishop of the Archdiocese of Newark. Cardinal Tobin offers his personal reflection on why Pope Francis gave us the challenge of becoming Missionary Disciples. (https://www.rcan.org/)

Afterwards, Cardinal Tobin sits down with for a Q&A with convocation moderator Josh Miller, Co-Founder & Head of Education at Inscape Vocations. (www.inscapevocations.com/).

Finally, Kathy & Mike O'Callaghan, from Saint Peter's Parish in Merchantville offer an emotional witness talk about how their faith remained an important element of their family, even when faced with very dark times.

The second installment of audio from the plenary sessions of the Convocation of Catholic Leaders: The Joy of the Gospel in South Jersey. http://convocation.camdendiocese.org

This one, from the morning session of Day 2 - featuring a presentation by Hosfmann Ospino, PhD, an Associate Professor of Theology and Religious Education at Boston College, School of Theology and Ministry. Dr. Ospino's talk helps us to define the roadmap for Catholic evangelization in the 21st century. (https://www.bc.edu/bc-web/schools/stm/faculty/faculty-directory/hosffman-ospino.html)

Afterwards, Dr. Ospino sits down for a Q&A with convocation moderator Josh Miller, Co-Founder & Head of Education at Inscape Vocations. (www.inscapevocations.com/), and fellow panelists Andres Arango, Claudia Trani-Melgar, and Sister Ann Kateri.

Finally, Millet LoCasale of Saint Katherine Drexel Parish in Absecon comes to the stage to offer a powerful witness of her Catholic journey.

Each day this week, we will be releasing the audio from each of the five plenaries featured at the recent Convocation of Catholic Leaders: The Joy of the Gospel in South Jersey.

On Day 1, emcees Donna Ottaviano-Britt and Deacon Anthony Cioe laid out the upcoming four-day conference, explaining why Bishop Dennis Sullivan made the decision to model this convocation after the national convocation of the same name and topic held in July of 2017.

After that Julianne Stanz, Director of Discipleship and Leadership Development for the Diocese of Green Bay, and one of the emcees at the national convocation, comes to the stage to to offer how "becoming a vibrant parish community is the result of small, intentional steps initiated at the parish leadership level but also accepted by each disciple personally. If our people are renewed, our parishes will be renewed." (https://www.gbdioc.org/office-of-discipleship-formation/)

After her presentation, she sits down for a Q&A with convocation moderator Josh Miller, Co-Founder & Head of Education at Inscape Vocations. (https://www.inscapevocations.com/)

The plenary finishes up with a powerful witness talk from Derek Longcrier from the Parish of Saint Monica in Atlantic City. (http://www.accatholic.org/)

Check back tomorrow for the next plenary!

As the annual FaithFull food drive kicks off across the diocese this weekend, our hosts travel to Atlantic City to speak with a true gentleman, Joe Viecelli of Catholic Charities. Our guest shares his experiences of 15 years in onsite service management in Atlantic City, serving poor and needy individuals and families from all over Atlantic County, and fostering relationships with them over the years. As well, Joe, Mike, and Pete talk facial hair, baseball, and their love of music.

Learn more about the April 7, 2019 FaithFULL food drive here: https://www.camdendiocese.org/faithfull/

Almost a week removed from the historic Convocation of Catholic Leaders: The Joy of the Gospel in South Jersey, Mike and Pete once again sit down this week with Donna Ottaviano-Britt, Director of Missionary Discipleship and the driving force behind four fantastic days in Atlantic City (which took 18 months of preparation). The three recap the presentations, workshops, meditations, music, and yes, the joy present among the 800 attendees. Of course, that was the easy part, now the real work is about to begin as local parishes work to create a culture of encounter and missionary discipleship throughout South Jersey.

Mike and Pete are on the road this week, spending the next few days with 800 of their friends at the Convocation of Catholic Leaders: the Joy of the Gospel in South Jersey. On location at Harrah’s Conference Center in Atlantic City, our hosts speak with Betsy Fenwick, part of the parish delegation from Atlantic City’s Parish of Saint Monica; and returning guest Jessica Gettings, from Saint Katharine Drexel Parish in Egg Harbor Township. The four share their experiences of the gathering so far, what they will bring back to their parishes after the week is over, and the importance of knowing, and sharing, your story.

This week, Mike and Pete chat with the new Director of the Diocese of Camden Life & Justice Ministries office, Matthew Davis. Returning to work in his native South Jersey, he shares stories of his time teaching in the Dominican Republic, his previous work overseeing the pastoral care of ethnic communities and immigrant Catholics that included supporting their full participation into the greater Church, his plans for bringing his ministry to the diocese, and we may also touch on his preference of action movies.

As spring creeps ever closer, Mike and Pete have a sunny chat with Mariann Gilbride, the new Director of Development for the Diocese of Camden. After fighting through conflicting reviews by Mike and Pete about the new Captain Marvel movie, Mariann gets the two MCU lemmings back on course with a great conversation about her journey back to the diocesan offices after time spent in the Diocese of Trenton, insight into the House of Charity- Bishop’s Annual Appeal campaign, and how the generosity of donors helping to build up the Church of South Jersey. We also explore the fact that being a Catholic fundraiser is very much a spiritual ministry. Mariann is one of the good ones, folks!

If the saying is true that “a good laugh is a good thing,” then the Senior Ministry of Merchantville’s Saint Peter Parish has a great thing going. In one of funniest programs in Talking Catholic’s 110-episode history, Mike and Pete sit down at the Senior Center with Director Bobbie Bradley and its delightful residents. In front of a live, captive, and boisterous audience, Mike, Pete, Bobbie, and guests discuss the family atmosphere at the center, which is open five days a week for seniors, and wisdom gained from lives well-lived.

https://www.saintpetermerchantville.com/senior-ministry

Fr. Rob, Mike and Pete may have set a new record for most digressions in a podcast, however, if you can navigate all the twists and turns of this Mardi Grad-influenced conversation, your soul may reap the rewards.

On Fat Tuesday, Mike and Pete traveled down to Saint Padre Pio in Vineland and its Pastor, the venerable Talking Catholic chaplain, Father Robert Sinatra. Amid donuts and chocolate, the three discuss these next 40 Days of Lent and how prayer, fasting, and almsgiving can bring us into a deeper relationship with Jesus as we prepare for Easter. Other items of note: big Scrabble words are used, like “concupiscence,” or “ verisimilitude”; Father Rob educates Mike and Pete on the Liturgy of the Hours; and the trio talks Philly Baseball, and superheroes.

Sweets. Chocolate. That second cup of coffee in the morning. As Lent begins next week, there are many ways Catholics around the world sacrifice during this season of conversion, to better grow in purity and enlightenment. Gary Zimak, noted author, has another idea: Give up Worry for Lent. The South Jersey resident shares with Mike and Pete the way to let go of anxiety, and find everlasting peace and comfort in God. To learn more about Gary and his book, visit his website: www.followingthetruth.com.

Joseph Campo, Executive Producer of the fantastic documentary film “Outcasts,” joins Pete and special co-host Kari Janisse, Coordinator of Youth and Young Adult Ministries at Our Lady Of Peace Parish in Williamstown, where this conversation took place, to talk about his new film, which chronicles the work of the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal. Years in the making, his work takes viewers to those on the margins of society in such places as Harlem, Newark, Ireland, and Honduras, and the Friars’ putting the Gospel message to action, as lights shining in the darkness. This illuminating chat about faith, cinematography, and the creative process, which also included young adults Kate Creel and Kim Pacis, preceded a screening of “Outcasts” at Our Lady of Peace. Don’t worry, Mike Walsh lovers: mainly behind the scenes for this one, he does occasionally chime in. To learn more about Outcasts go to: http://www.outcaststhemovie.com/,

This week we sit in on a presentation on the recent “Share the Journey” pilgrimage, offered through Catholic Charities, Diocese of Camden, with student pilgrims from Rowan University's Catholic Campus Ministry. Earlier this year, 14 missionary disciples- including college students from Rowan, Stockton University, and Rutgers-Camden traveled to a humanitarian respite center in McAllen, Texas, meeting and providing aid to migrants along the U.S,/Mexico border. You will hear these young people share their powerful experiences living out the Gospel, and going to the margins of society.

Viva Cristo Rey! Long live Christ the King! The rallying cry for the Cristeros who sacrificed their lives in defense of religious freedom, this phrase was uttered by the youngest of the revolutionaries, 15 year-old Jose Sanchez del Rio, just before his brutal death in 1928 at the hands of the oppressive Mexican government. On the now-saint’s feast day, Laurie and Pete unpack the courageous life of this martyr, and how his fight for the Catholic faith can inspire anyone, young and old, to stand up for the truth of the Gospel. Saint Jose Sanchez del Rio, Patron Saint of Children and Persecuted Christians, pray for us!

Love and Marriage, love and marriage go together….in a podcast? This week, Mike and Pete visit the lovely home of Kathy and Michael O’Callaghan for a matrimony-themed episode of Talking Catholic. In conjunction with the upcoming National Marriage Week, from Feb. 7-14 (http://www.foryourmarriage.org/celebrate-national-marriage-week/), our two hosts speak with the couple on their 22+ years of marriage and how their faith has helped them navigate together through the storms of life, the values they try to instill in their three children, the importance of a dedicated prayer life, and how communication makes a happy union. The hosts also try to push Kathy to share stories on her younger brother, Father Robert Sinatra, as Mike and Pete realize they’ve had the wrong Sinatra sibling on the show for the past two years.

This week Mike and Pete are joined by four fantastic Catholic young adults from NET Ministries - Christian Peres, Cecilia Peyton, Joe Bartley, and Casey Buenzli. The group talks about about the retreats they have been offering throughout the northeast United States, most recently in the Diocese of Camden.

NET Ministries challenges young Catholics to love Christ and embrace the life of the Church. Every August, 175 young Catholics aged 18-28 leave behind their jobs, school, family, and friends to devote nine months to serving with the National Evangelization Teams (NET).

Divided into 16 teams, they travel across the U.S. for nine months to share the Gospel with young people and their families.

Our chat with these young people is fantastic, only derailed once by the podcast’s longest and angriest digression ever (32:12 mark), an attempt to inform our midwestern guests where to get their first cheesesteak - Pat’s/Geno’s/Jim’s/Steve’s (the classic’s suggested by Mike) versus Donkey’s (the avant-garde suggested by Pete).

To learn more about NET ministries, go to: http://www.netusa.org/

It's another edition of Talking Saints! “The things that we love tell us what we are.” These were just ten of the thousands of words attributed to Saint Thomas Aquinas, influential Doctor of the Church, Dominican friar, theologian, and philosopher. On his feast day on this Monday, Laurie Power and Pete Sanchez kick off a new year of “Talking Saints” with a look at the life and work of this incredible 13th Century thinker who still guides Church doctrine and thought through this present age. Laurie and Pete also share stories on his privileged upbringing, the attempts of his family to dissuade him from a religious life, what he thought about boring people, and the origins of his school nickname “The Dumb Ox.”

“Lord, you inspired Saint Thomas Aquinas with an ardent desire for holiness and study of sacred doctrine. In his example, may we understand and live the truth of Christ. Amen.”

This episode of Talking Catholic is a real treat. We sat down with Donna Ottaviano Britt, the lively Director of Missionary Discipleship for the Diocese of Camden and the head of the steering committee for the upcoming Convocation of Catholic Leaders: The Joy of the Gospel in South Jersey. Donna explains how this event came to be, what Bishop Dennis Sullivan and the steering committee are hoping comes from it, and what the delegations from all the parishes of the diocese can expect to encounter at the March 25-28 conference in Atlantic City. We also talk to Donna about what brought her to where she is today, what keeps her motivated and how she maintains her spirituality.

As thousands prepare to converge in Washington, D.C. at the March for Life this Friday, to stand up for the beauty and dignity of every human life, Pete and Mike welcome two women working to build up a culture of life in South Jersey: Mary Anne Barlowe, President, and Claire Howson, Secretary/Treasurer, of Helpers of God’s Precious Infants, a nonprofit organization based in Cherry Hill that provides support, mentoring, programs, and hope for pregnant mothers. To find out more about their work, visit https://www.helpersnj.org/

After 101 episodes, Mike missed his first episode (feel better, pal). Don't despair though, Pete got a co-host upgrade this week in the person of Marianela Nunez, Director of Latino Enrollment for the Office of Catholic Schools in the Diocese. The duo speak with friend of the show, Dr. Bill Watson, Director of Curriculum and Assessment for the schools office. They chat about the good work that’s happening in today’s South Jersey Catholic Schools, and the difference a Catholic school can make in youth’s lives - think of it as a pre-show for Catholic Schools Week at the end of this month. Pete and Bill also trade hot takes on the Phillies offseason and the upcoming Eagles playoff game and Marianela gushes about the new addition to her family during the holidays (hint: woof, woof!).

Mike and Pete spend Friday night hanging out in Vineland with enthusiastic young adults from Catholic Millennial Ministry: co-founder Jose Rodriguez, Star Martinez, Anthony Lopez, Ashley Gonzalez, and Erik Leon. These five dynamic souls of the young church are passionate about the benefit of this ministry, which is part of the city-wide Vineland Catholic Collaborative - comprised of the parishes of Christ the Good Shepherd, Divine Mercy, and Saint Padre Pio. With our hosts, the guests share how the ministry began, the tight-knit, but welcoming family the ministry has become, and their hopes for young adults and the church.

It’s the 100th episode!!!! Recorded live at the Collegium Center in Haddon Heights, NJ, in front of 50 of of our favorite listeners, friends and family, Mike and Pete were joined by: Father Robert Sinatra, pastor of Padre Pio Parish Laurie Power, Director of Evangelization and Discipleship at Christ the Redeemer Parish Father Chris Mann, Pastor, Christ the Redeemer Parish Sister Agnes and Sister Chiara, Franciscan Sisters of the Renewal Gabi Marigliano, Stockton University Catholic Campus Ministry Marianela Nunez, Diocese of Camden School’s Office Kevin Hickey, Catholic Charities, Diocese of Camden Greg Coogan, Diocese of Camden Youth & Young Adult Alison Filion, Stockton University Catholic Campus Ministry and a performance from local musicians Forgotten Truth.

It’s a great couple of hours celebrating the fun we’ve had on the podcast, talking about how we live our lives as Catholics and what we see for the future.

We hope you’ve enjoyed these last 100 episodes and we look forward to providing you with many more! Thanks for listening!

How much do you REALLY know about the Talking Catholic hosts? 🤔 For episode 99 we turn The Vault's table on Mike and Pete making THEM the interviewees. Special guest hosts Mary McCusker from Catholic Charities, Maria D'Antonio from the Communications Department, and Mary Beth Peabody from the Schools Office grill the duo about the podcast, their reflections on the highs and lows of this past year, and what’s in store for future episodes and series. Enjoy this Christmas treat!

What is blended learning and how is it shaping young minds for the future? Mike and Pete head to Atlantic City to find out the answer to this question, and others, as they talk with administrators at Our Lady Star of the Sea School: Principal Susan Tarrant, and Advancement Director Sr. Kathy Nace. Just before the end of the school day (you might even hear the final bell in the background!), the four share thoughts on Catholic education; the joys and challenges present in Atlantic City for school families; and, of course, blended learning, which brings together traditional and online educational experiences. It's a great deep dive into progressive education opportunities.

And don't forget, we're just a week away from our 100th Episode live taping is coming up on December 14th! Make sure you register for this free event now: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/talking-catholics-100th-episode-live-podcast-recording-tickets-52223781737

If you’ve been to a diocesan Mass anytime in the last few years, you’ve very likely seen a young, curly-haired cantor with a beautiful voice. However, you might not know that her name is Abigail Walsh. As the countdown to Christmas continues, Mike and Pete sit down with this talented, opera-trained singer, to discuss the path that led to her current role as Director of Music Ministry at Bellmawr’s Saint Joachim Parish.

We also do a deep dive into the music of the Advent and Christmas seasons. Abigail shares with the listeners some fun history of classic tunes such as “Silent Night,” and the local connection of “O Little Town of Bethlehem”; how she prepares for each liturgy; and the importance of all the faithful lifting their voices to God.

And don't forget, we're just a week away from our 100th Episode live taping is coming up on December 14th! Make sure you register for this free event now: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/talking-catholics-100th-episode-live-podcast-recording-tickets-52223781737

On this Feast of Saint Nicholas, Laurie and Pete reflect on what is known about the much-loved and admired 4th Century Bishop of Myra, whose tales of charity to children, the poor, and the sick spread far and wide, and helped foster today’s Santa Claus tradition.

Saint Nicholas, Bishop and Shepherd, patron of children and the helpless, bring us all to revere the coming Savior, where hope, love, joy, and peace are found. Amen.

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Marcus Biddle, Senior Case Manager for Catholic Charities’ Veterans Assistance Program, brings a lot of youthful energy into The Vault this week, discussing his recent deployment to Florida to help those affected by Hurricane Michael, the good work of Catholic Charities USA in providing disaster relief in such places as Florida, North Carolina and California, and his own role in providing aid to veterans throughout South Jersey. Also joining Mike and Pete is Talking Catholic favorite, Mary McCusker, Marketing and Communications Coordinator for Catholic Charities, to provide some of her own perspective. Favorite Christmas movies and favorite actors are also part of the quartet’s lively roundtable.

And don't forget, our 100th Episode live taping is coming up on December 14th! Make sure you register for this free event now: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/talking-catholics-100th-episode-live-podcast-recording-tickets-52223781737

On this Thanksgiving-themed edition of Talking Catholic, our hosts Mike and Pete are “Talking Carbs” at the Thanksgiving meal, passing around family recipes and traditions, and sharing what they’re thankful for with a roundtable of guests working in the Diocese of Camden. This hour (which made all hungry) featured Greg Coogan, Director of Youth, Young Adult, & Campus Ministries; Maria D’Antonio, Communications Coordinator & Web Content Manager for the Office of Communications; Father David Klein, Judicial Vicar for the Office of the Tribunal; Marianne Linka, Director of Cemeteries; Mary McCusker, Marketing and Communications Coordinator for the Office of Communications; and Mary Beth Peabody, Manager of Marketing and Communication for Catholic Schools.

As the Church on this day remembers Saint Cecilia, our “Talking Saints” hosts Laurie and Pete discuss the life of this 4th century Roman martyr of the early Church, known as the Patroness of music, due to her hearing the music of heaven in her heart on her wedding day, and is usually depicted in art with a pipe-organ.

As we attend Masses this week, let us think of the cantors, choirs and musicians who God has graced with the talent and vocation to bring spirituality into our lives through the medium of song.

Dear Saint Cecilia, one thing we know for certain about you is that you became a heroic martyr in fidelity to your divine Bridegroom. Inspire musicians to gladden the hearts of people by filling the air with God's gift of music and reminding them of the divine Musician who created all beauty. Amen.

This week, Mike and Pete welcome the fearless Jessica Gettings, young adult minister from Saint Katharine Drexel in Egg Harbor Township, who braved a wintry mess to record in The Vault. With snow, sleet, and rain outside, the three stayed warm talking about Jessica’s vocation ministering to her peers and the women’s group she organizes at the parish. In addition, Marvel comics icon Stan Lee is remembered, as Jessica, Mike, and Pete discuss what it means to be a hero.

And don't forget, our 100th Episode live taping is coming up on December 14th! Make sure you register for this free event now: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/talking-catholics-100th-episode-live-podcast-recording-tickets-52223781737

For National Vocations Awareness Week. we chat with Sister Rosa Maria Ojeda, MDMPVM, Principal of Bishop Schad Regional School in Vineland, and Father Michael Romano, Director of Vocations in the Diocese of Camden. With Mike and Pete, the two discuss finding their own callings, and helping young women and men better discern if they have a true calling to the priesthood and religious life. It's a great conversation that delves deeply into the essence of the discernment process, the desire to find one's place in the world, and the balance of humanity and the spiritual life.

And don't forget to sign up for our special 100th Episode live recording on December 14th!!! https://www.eventbrite.com/myevent?eid=52223781737

It’s an angels and demons-themed podcast this week as, getting ready for Halloween and All Saints Day, Mike and Pete bring back two people from Christ the Redeemer Parish in Atco: Father Chris Mann, Parish Pastor, and Laurie Power, Director of Evangelization and Discipleship, and co-host of Talking Saints. Things discussed in this powerful hour are exorcisms, wings, baked goods, and Nicholas Cage.

Jeff Shields, Youth Minister at Saint Rose of Lima Parish, Haddon Heights and leader of Forgotten Truth, a band and ministry, brings himself, his guitar, and his keyboard into the Vault for a musical edition of Talking Catholic this week. With Mike and Pete, Shields discusses making music with his siblings, men’s fashion, and finding inspiration. At the end of the conversation, he gives a mini-concert in The Vault for our hosts.

Follow Forgotten Truth at: https://www.facebook.com/forgottentruth/ https://twitter.com/ForgottenTruth6 https://www.instagram.com/4gottentruth/

This week we sit down with the energetic and passionate Eustace Mita, founder of the men's spirituality conference, Man Up Philly. With more than a decade of the day-long annual conference under his belt, he's helping to bring the conference to our side of the river with Man Up South Jersey. Eustace chats with Mike and Pete about how the conference began, why it's so important, and how men will become better husband, fathers, sons and community members with the tips they'll pick up at the conference. To learn more about Man Up South Jersey and to register for the Nov. 10th event, go to http://manupsouthjersey.com/.

The day before she was honored at Catholic Charities, Diocese of Camden, Inc.'s Justice for All dinner, Sr. Norma Pimentel, Executive Director of Catholic Charities of the Rio Grande Valley, sat down with Mike and Pete for an engaging talk on her work working with immigrants leaving federal custody having crossed the U.S./Mexico border, its joys, and its struggles. Joining her for the show were Kevin Hickey, Executive Director of Catholic Charities Camden; and local program directors Jose Sanchez and Luisa Medrano who went to the Texas/Mexico border as pilgrims to assist Sister Norma.

Brenda Quinn, the Director of the Collegium Center for Faith and Culture, sits in with Mike and Pete this week for the podcast. This wonderful hour has the three wax eloquent on the Center’s role in engaging the faithful through its various activities, and Brenda shares her story on a life in service to the Lord. In addition, Mike and her share their love of science.

Almost 90 years ago, Jesus appeared to a humble Polish nun, bringing his message of Divine Mercy and instructing her to share it with the world. Today, Saint Faustina Kowalska is remembered as a nun, mystic, and messenger of Jesus’ call for all to be doers of mercy, bringing peace, love, and joy to all. On her feast day today, Laurie and Pete unpack the life of this remarkable woman, and of the Divine Mercy image that continues to bring others closer to Christ.

Sister Mary Cronin, Coordinator of Prison Ministry for Catholic Charities, Diocese of Camden, Inc., sits down in the Vault this week with Mike and Pete to discuss her ministry to the incarcerated throughout South Jersey. The Sister of Mercy also praised the good work of Prison Ministry volunteers, and her own faith journey which has led her down South, to New England, and back to South Jersey.

On this week’s Talking Catholic, Mike and Pete are under the weather, and call upon Laurie Power, friend of the show and co-host of Talking Saints, to carry the show (when she could get a word in edgewise in the midst of Mike's cold medicine-induced ramblings). The spirited Director of Evangelization and Discipleship at Christ the Redeemer, Atco covered for the two regulars perfectly, sharing thoughts about her new position, her favorite season, and other church topics.

As Bishop Sullivan Sullivan decrees the new Camden Diocese Shrine of Saint Padre Pio in Vineland today, Laurie and Pete look at the life of this revered saint on his feast day. The Capuchin Friar best remembered for his deep faith, contemplative nature, and for bearing the stigmata, the wounds of Christ. The two hosts try to answer the question: How can understanding his life and suffering, bring us closer to the Cross?

How can one find peace amidst the daily noise of life, and how can prayer help? The answer to this question, and other insightful topics, are covered in this week’s episode with Deborah Smaldore, Director of Religious Education at Saint Rose of Lima Parish in Haddon Heights. With Mike and Pete, Smaldore shares best practices of growing the faith in students during her nine years at the parish, and encountering Jesus in her own life. Note: The interview with Deborah Smaldore starts off around the 20-minute mark, after a long bit of banter and news that will never happen again. [Producers note: Pete was in a baseball mood today and Mike had an opinion on everything.]

In our increasingly secularized world, men often have a difficult time living their faith to the fullest.

To help men counteract this modern phenomena, on November 10th, we will be hosting a men’s spirituality conference called Man Up South Jersey.

This one-day event will give men the tools to better embrace their faith.

Open to men of all ages, the conference will feature powerful speakers, Eucharistic adoration, and tips on creating prayer groups. Priests will be available throughout the day for the sacrament of reconciliation.

To register or to learn more please go to: http://manupsouthjersey.com/

Every two years, the Diocese of Camden makes a pilgrimage to Washington, D.C.’s beautiful Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, to pray to and receive graces from Mary, Mother of God, the Patroness of the United States and the Catholic community of South Jersey. As the diocesan community prepares for its next pilgrimage next month, Father James Bartoloma, Chancellor for the Diocese of Camden and Director of its Marian Commission, steps into the vault with Mike and Pete this week to talk about the joyous day. Father Bartoloma guides us through the shrine’s history, as it seeks to reflect God’s beauty through its representations of the diverse traditions of the global Catholic community through its side chapels and icons, and its newly-constructed Trinity Dome. For more information on the upcoming Oct. 13 pilgrimage, visit www.camdendiocese.org, contact your parish office, or call 856-939-1769.

This week, Mike and Pete sit down with our friends from Catholic Charities - Kevin Hickey, Mary McCusker and Patrick Barry - to discuss the Share he Journey Initiative and the upcoming Justice for All dinner.

Mary and Patrick have both made pilgrimages to the Texas/Mexico border to see first hand the immigration concerns in that area of the county. They learned a great deal about it from Sister Norma Pimentel, executive director of Catholic Charities of the Rio Grand Valley, who has been leading the efforts to care for immigrants as they leave federal custody. Sister Norma will also be honored at the upcoming Justice for All Dinner.

To learn more about the Share The Journey campaign, go to: https://catholiccharitiescamden.org/stj/

To get tickets to the Justice For All Dinner on October 4th, go to: https://catholiccharitiescamden.org/jfa2018/

Writer. Orator. Bishop. Doctor of the Church. Augustine of Hippo was all of these, but his greatest title is that of Saint. On his feast day, Laurie and Pete discuss the life of this influential 4th Century man, the son of Saint Monica, whose initial worldly ways found God’s love and grace. “It was pride that changed angels into devils; it is humility that makes men as angels,” he once wrote, recalling his conversion.

“Beloved Saint Augustine, you were at first wholly human-centered and attached to false teachings. Finally converted through God’s grace, you became God-centered, God-loving and God-preaching. We pray that our Lord will renew in us the spirit that inspired you. Filled by this same spirit, may we thirst after the Lord as the true source of wisdom. Amen.”

While it may be a low bar, Mike is convinced this is the best podcast we’ve ever recorded. And naturally, it’s all due to our guests, Sr. Agnes, Sr. Ann Kateri, Sr. Joseph and Sr. Chiara - collectively known as the CFRs - AKA - the women religious from the Community of Franciscan Sisters of the Renewal. It’s their second time on the podcast and they are as wonderful as ever. We chat about their first year in the community's newest convent, in Atlantic City, as well as their many initiatives - including Benedict House, the many young women who will be coming to discern the religious life with them, their seasonal evening reflections, and their street evangelization. The sisters have been a great example of living Christ’s message on Earth and in just a year have truly touched the hearts and souls of many around the diocese.

To learn more about the CFRs, go to: http://franciscansisterscfr.com/

To attend their upcoming events, check out:

Light the Fire: http://www.camdendiocese.org/?event=light-the-fire-night-of-prayer-praise-evangelization&event_date=2018-09-07

Women’s Silent Retreat Weekend: http://www.camdendiocese.org/?event=catholic-womens-retreat-hosted-by-franciscan-sisters-of-the-renewal&event_date=2018-08-31

On the latest show, Mike and Pete spend a Summer evening in Atlantic City with youth who are living the Gospel call to serve others throughout the shore area. The hosts and the young church have a spirited discussion of their week in the urban beach town, faith, and the dangers of recording a podcast just before dinner (#hangry). Guests included Greg Coogan, Director of Youth, Young Adult, and Campus Ministry; Ben Gerardi, a Gloucester Catholic student from Mullica Hill; Siblings Grace and Chris McGlinchey, from Saint Simon Stock, Berlin; Chip Wimberg, from Northfield, and incoming freshman at the Catholic University of America; Dominique Visco, a Paul VI High school student from Somerdale; Cherry Hill's An Nguyen, from Most Precious Blood Parish in West Collingswood; Adam Stetser, from Gibbstown and Gloucester Catholic High School; Nneoma Ngeng from Paul VI High School and the Parish Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Lindenwold; and Our Lady of Peace Parish, Williamstown's Jared Cruz.

To learn more about the Summer in the City program go to: http://www.camdendiocese.org/youth-ministries/summer-in-the-city/.

Sister Dorothy Aloisio, Franciscan Missionary Sister of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, has been a joyful presence in the lives of South Jersey’s Catholics for more than 50 years, whether serving in schools or in parishes throughout the Diocese of Camden. The current Pastoral Associate of Our Lady of Hope, Blackwood is this week’s guest on Talking Catholic. In a delightful discussion with hosts Mike and Pete, the good sister shares the history of her order; her work in school classrooms; and how best for young men and women to discern their vocation.

This week we’re chatting with Deacon Anthony Cioe about Man Up South Jersey, the men’s spirituality conference, with a special focus on missionary discipleship.

After 10 years in the City of Philadelphia, on Nov. 10, 2018, the conference will come to South Jersey for the first time. Deacon Anthony is shepherding this event that inspires attendees to become better husbands, better fathers, better sons, better community members… better men.

Man Up South Jersey will feature: powerful speakers, breakout sessions, confession, adoration, lunch, and Mass with Bishop Dennis Sullivan.

Speakers include Man Up founder Eustace Mita, Flyers alumnus Don Saleski, Irish singer Mark Forest, authors Brian Gail and Deacon Arnaldo Santos, and James Andrews, president of the National Association of Black Catholic Administrators

To learn more about this event, go to: http://manupsouthjersey.com/

You can read more about Man Up South Jersey here: http://www.camdendiocese.org/the-manup-south-jersey-mens-conference-be-the-missionary-disciple-that-god-intended/

Pete and Mike take a tour of the shore this week, heading to Cape May to speak with a pair of art teachers in diocesan Catholic schools: Grace Hoffner from Saint Mary Regional School in East Vineland, and Dave Sipple from Gloucester Catholic High School. From the site of the current "Art on the Mall" exhibition showcasing student artists from around the diocese, Our Lady Star of the Sea Church, the four have an enlightening conversation about their work, inspirations, and coloring outside the lines. Art on the Mall runs through August 16th and is open to the public.

Fr. Joseph Capella, one of South Jersey's truly kind, inspiring, and faith-filled individuals, and now the newly-named Rector of Cherry Hill’s Camden Catholic High School, joins Mike and Pete in the Vault this week. This fantastic hour includes Fr. Capella discussing his Hammonton roots; his role as an educator in South Jersey’s schools for the past 20+ years; and finding God’s grace and strength in every moment.

"Who will teach me what is most pleasing to God, that I may do it?" This was the desire of Saint Kateri Tekakwitha, who is remembered by Laurie and Pete today, on her feast day. The 'Lily of the Mohawks" was born to a Mohawk father and a Christian Algonquin mother in Ossernon (upstate New York), and was baptized at the age of 20. Working at the Saint Francis Mission near Montreal, she was a model of deep prayer life and purity. She died at the age of 24 in 1680, and was canonized in 2012.

Father Adam Cichoski, Parochial Vicar of Lindenwold’s Parish Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe, steps into the vault this week with Mike and Pete. Fresh off his recent trip to Lourdes and the Camino, Father Adam shares his transformative experience in France and Spain, his first year as a diocesan priest, and learning Spanish in Texas.

To learn more about Fr. Adam's trip with our seminarians, read the following Catholic Star Herald travelogues: June 7: http://catholicstarherald.org/seminarians-on-pilgrimage-in-lourdes/ June 14: http://catholicstarherald.org/seminarians-reflect-while-on-pilgrimage/ June 21: http://catholicstarherald.org/reflections-of-seminarians-on-pilgrimage/

Elena Brandt, Swedesboro resident and founder of FontSound, LLC., is this week’s guest with Mike and Pete for a fantastic hour in the vault (assuming you can make it through the record-setting 14 minutes of news read and banter at the beginning. Sorry.). This driven and energetic young woman from Queens, NY, shares the story of her passion project, FontSound, which assists Catholic parishes in empowering missionary disciples, providing expertise in such specialties as liturgy and music, staff development and coaching, social media and web design, and missions and retreats.

The three also share social media tips, as Elena and FontSound are very active on YouTube, Facebook, and Instagram, where she often advocates for leading with your heart.

For more information on FontSound, visit www.fontsound.org or checkout her social media:

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/fontsound/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/fontsound Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/fontsound YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCf_P8Jz-sLFjF5424kbatvQ

The dynamic duo are back again and talking about another dynamic duo, the two foundational pillars of the Catholic Church, Saints Peter and Paul. Laurie Power and Pete Sanchez share the lives and impact of Peter, the first Apostle and Rock of the church, and Paul, the Apostle to the Gentiles. Their devotion to the Catholic faith, and the passion to share its truth and beauty with all, inspires faithful today.

O God, on the Solemnity of the Apostles Peter and Paul, give us the noble and holy joy of this day, grant, we pray, that your Church may in all things follow the teaching of those through whom she received the beginnings of right religion. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

The third co-host is back! Fr. Robert Sinatra, pastor of Saint Padre Pio Parish in Vineland, joins Mike and Pete for a spirited hour of conversation that we thought was going to be about the importance of leisure time, something we tend to get a few minutes more of in the summer. However, what actually happened is three pals locked themselves in a vault and talked about whatever popped into their heads. This is a digression filled podcast we think you might actually enjoy. (Don't worry, we only talk baseball for a few minutes.) And as always, rate/review us on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to your podcasts and chat with us on all the social platforms via our Talking Catholic handles.

Mike and Pete stray far from the friendly confines of The Vault as they attend the Catholic Media Conference in Green Bay, Wisconsin (https://www.cmctitletown.com/).

Joining them this week are fellow attendees Erin Friedlander, communications director from the Diocese of Metuchen, and Mary Beth Peabody, Marketing and Communications Manager for the Catholic Schools Office of the Diocese of Camden.

The quartet recap the CMC sessions they attended so far, and highlight elements that every diocese, parish, school and organization should be thinking about, and they also discuss their visit to two shrines, Lambeau Field and The National Shrine of Our Lady of Good Help, the only approved Marian apparition shrine in the United States: https://www.shrineofourladyofgoodhelp.com/.

Listen to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Stitcher, SoundCloud or at http://www.camdendiocese.org/talkingcatholic/.

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Jeff Morris, founder of the Woodbury-based Morris Graphic Inc, and President of the South Jersey Catholic Business Network (http://cbnsj.org/), talks with our co-hosts this week about the CBN's upcoming Best Practices Symposium at Rowan College of Gloucester County, an all-day event for business leaders on June 21st. The trio also discuss the bucolic town of Woodbury and his 30+ years at Morris Graphics. Jeff also shares a can’t miss deal for listeners.

Julie LaRosa, the delightful and enthusiastic Assistant Director for Christian Formation for Youth & Young Adults at Sewell’s Church of the Holy Family, gets into The Vault this week with Mike and Pete. Schools might be closing their doors for the summer, but the faith formation doesn’t end. Julie enthusiastically talks about her parish’s upcoming Vacation Bible School next month, a week of fun, faith, games, and more for the young Church. In addition, the 10-year veteran of youth ministry shares what keeps her motivated in her work, how the culture has affected youth’s lives over the years, and basketball and barbecue.

As Father’s Day approaches , Mike and Pete are joined by Bill McCusker, author of “Fatherhood: In Pieces- Wisdom and Advice from Fathers for Fathers,” and founder of Fathers & Families, Inc., whose mission is to improve the lives of children, mothers, and families, and communities and the country, by building awareness of the importance of the institution of fatherhood. The three discuss fatherhood, his work, and the upcoming Fathers and Sons conference at Mater Ecclesiae Church, Berlin on Saturday, June 16. For more information about Bill and his organization, visit http://fathersfamilies.com/. And to learn more about the Special Evening for Fathers & Sons on June 16, check out this link: https://goo.gl/VYo44j.

On June 16, the Diocese of Camden will welcome two new priests into its midst, Deacons Anthony Infante and Joshua Nevitt. After many years of seminary, they are finally ready to take their vows as shepherds to the Catholics of South Jersey. We hope you will keep them in your prayers now and always.

What’s a DRE? That’s how we led off our chat this week with two great directors of religious education in the Diocese of Camden, the Caso sisters. Lisa is the DRE at The Parish of All Saints in Millville, NJ, and Karen is the DRE at Saint Gabriel the Archangel Parish in Carney’s Point, NJ. For most of their adult lives they have been committed to religious education programs around the diocese and were instrumental in our co-host Mike’s formation as a young adult. The duo talk with us about the effort they put into their religious education programs, the importance of finding ways to make faith a part of your daily life, and also how they are able to keep themselves educated and energized. It’s a great chat that wanders into all sorts of areas!

As Memorial Day approaches, and remembering the sacrifices of military service members throughout history, Fr. Chris Mann, the Marine, former friar and current Pastor of Christ the Redeemer Parish in Atco, N.J., returns to The Vault to chat with Mike and Pete about the common ground shared between the religious and military life, and how the retelling of the past can shape our present and future.

Laurie Power and Pete Sanchez share the life of Saint Rita of Cascia, a 15th century Italian widow and Augustinian nun, and now Saint of the Catholic Church. This Saint known as "The Precious Pearl" is a shining example of how we are called to live a life of faith and peace, in wherever we are at in our lives.

Saint Rita of Cascia, Patroness of Impossible Causes, pray for us!!

As the Diocese of Camden’s Catholic Strong Campaign continues to roll out, Mike and Pete travel to the Church of the Holy Family in Sewell, N.J., to speak with its pastor, Father John Picinic, about this initiative to strengthen South Jersey’s Catholic faith communities. In the pastor’s office, the three have a lively chat about Catholic Strong’s benefits to individual parishes and the diocese, its challenges, and his journey from growing up in the shadow of Shea Stadium (as a Yankees fan) to shepherding in Phillies country.

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“Love you and the Lord.” These were the inspiring words of the one and only Priscilla Frederick, track and field coach at Paul VI High School, and 2016 Olympian, during her visit to The Vault this week. The authentic and ever-positive young woman leads a joy-filled conversation with Mike and Pete, to discuss her own accomplishments in track and field, the importance of living a life grounded in the Lord, and her passions, which, appropriately as this was recorded shortly after May the 4th, include Star Wars.

We are very pleased to have the pastor of St. Rose of Lima Parish in Haddon Heights, NJ on the podcast this week, Fr. Joseph Byerley. He is one of the Camden Diocese’s many priests celebrating a significant anniversary of their ordination to the priesthood. In his case, 25 years!

Fr. Byerley chats with Mike and Pete about how his pastoral techniques have evolved since his days as a young priest, advice for seminarians soon to be ordained and to men discerning a vocation, the importance of prayer, the longevity of good advice, the sacredness of nature, oh… and The Walking Dead.

On the feast of Saint Gianna Beretta Molla, Laurie Power and Pete Sanchez share the inspiring life of the 20th century mother, wife, and pediatrician. Her Catholic faith and love of her family are models for all seeking to live a life for God. Saint Gianna Beretta Molla, patron Saint of unborn children, physicians, and mothers, pray for us!

We always like chatting with our friends from VITALity Catholic Healthcare Services and today we sit down with two of our favorites, Executive Director Deacon Jerry Jablonowski and Anne Marie Pirillo, Manager, Parish Based Senior Social Programs. In addition to talking about the incredible (and expanding) work of VITALity, we also discuss their April 28 event in Ventnor, NJ, "FOLLOWING THE WAY OF ST. JAMES ON THE ROAD OF LIFE," a special day of prayer, fitness and fellowship that was inspired by El Camino de Santiago (The Way of Saint James). http://vitality.camdendiocese.org/?event=following-th-eway-of-st-james-on-the-road-of-life&event_date=2018-04-28

James Andrews, Director of the diocese's Office of Black Catholic Ministries and Cultural Diversity, and Coordinator for the Racial Justice Commission, steps into the studio this week with Mike and Pete. The engaging Mr. Andrews shares with the hosts his faith background, his work with South Jersey's Black Catholics, and the upcoming Afternoon of Jazz his office is sponsoring this weekend. For more info, visit http://www.camdendiocese.org/?event=afternoon-of-jazz-2018&event_date=2018-04-22.

This week Mike and Pete are joined by Clare McNamee, Director of Campus Ministry at Paul VI High School; and Father Michael Romano, diocesan Director of Vocations and the Bishop's Priest Secretary, to talk about the upcoming annual iRace 4 Vocations event. The free faithraiser to benefit vocations includes a Mass, confession, food, family entertainment and a 5K Race/ 1 mile walk that has become a spirited tradition for people of all ages in the past seven years of its existence, and has contributed to the growing conversation on vocations in South Jersey. McNamee and Father Romano joyfully share with our hosts the history of the IRACE; the importance of discerning God's call for our lives, be it religious, married, single, or priesthood; and how to tune out the world's noise, to clearly hear the voice of God. https://camdenpriest.org/irace4vocations/

We're in Ocean City, NJ, this week chatting with Katie Waldow, Director of Youth Ministry at Saint Damien Parish. While it may not be summer yet at the seaside resort, Katie's sunny demeanor, youthful energy and deep spirituality keep Mike and Pete in great spirits, worthy of a mid-July day. The three talk about the benefits and challenges of engaging the young church in a shore town that see's it's population swell from a few 1,000 in the winter to 100,000 in the summer. We also chat about her work in women's ministries and the benefits of a vegan lifestyle.

Mike and Pete are on the road again this week, as they head to Stockton University's Catholic Campus Ministry Center. The hosts chat with three college students, Gabi Marigliano, Victoria Mitchell, and Dom Villanueva, who share their recent experiences working with Catholic Charities of the Rio Grande Valley in Texas, and building a culture of encounter with migrants and refugees, as part of the Diocese of Camden's #sharejourney campaign. Alison Filion, Director of Stockton's Catholic Campus Ministry, sits in as well, for a rich and informative hour.

For this week's episode, Mike and Pete went back to school... Paul VI High School in Haddonfield... for an all-day gathering of the more than 600 men and women teaching in the Diocese's elementary and secondary schools. Joining them on-location were Kara Hastings, Math teacher at Resurrection Catholic elementary school in Cherry Hill; Heather Crisci, Principal of Camden Catholic High School, Cherry Hill; Joe Williams, from Saint Michael the Archangel Regional Elementary School, Clayton; and Chris Materazzo, English teacher at Saint Joseph High School, Hammonton. Topics covered: the vocation of the Catholic school teacher, challenges in the classroom, mentors, and thoughts on the morning's keynote session with Dr. Saundra Kennedy, who works with Catholic schools in Louisiana and Mississippi.

We hope you'll enjoy our newest podcast, Talking Saints. In this first episode, our hosts Laurie Power and Pete Sanchez discuss Saint Patrick, the Roman Britain who arrived in Ireland in the 5th Century. For the next 40 years, he brought Christianity to the Irish and would later become it's most famous bishop and saint.

Saint Patrick's Prayer (abridged)

As I arise today, may the strength of God pilot me, the power of God uphold me, the wisdom of God guide me. May the eye of God look before me, the ear of God hear me, the word of God speak for me. May the hand of God protect me, the way of God lie before me, the shield of God defend me, the host of God save me. May Christ shield me today. Christ with me, Christ before me, Christ behind me, Christ in me, Christ beneath me, Christ above me, Christ on my right, Christ on my left, Christ when I lie down, Christ when I sit, Christ when I stand, Christ in the heart of everyone who thinks of me, Christ in the mouth of everyone who speaks of me, Christ in every eye that sees me, Christ in every ear that hears me. Amen

Who was Saint Joseph, the silent husband to Mary, and the foster father of Jesus? Laurie Power and Pete Sanchez discuss what is known about the carpenter on his feast day, and how Saint Joseph can still be an example for all today, in quietly allowing God to work in our own lives.

Saint Joseph, patron of the universal Church, watch over the Church as carefully as you watched over Jesus, help protect it and guide it as you did with your adopted son. Amen

After more than a year of guests, hosts Mike and Pete intentionally go guest-less on this one. The duo talk about the newest podcast that will launch on St. Patrick's Day, a few high profile news items that took place within the Diocese of Camden, and then chat about Holy Week, Easter, and the best way to eat (or destroy)marshmallow peeps.

Nancy Denton, parishioner of Christ Our Light in Cherry Hill and assistant to Mike Jordan Laskey in the Office of Life and Justice, sits down with Mike and Pete this week to discuss the FaithFULL Food Drive and the Catholic Relief Services' Rice Bowl program. She shares sobering statistics about global food insecurity, the inspiring work of CRS, and how families can live out the Gospel call to help their brothers and sisters.

On March 1, Bishop Dennis Sullivan held a meeting with student leaders from the nine Catholic high schools located in the Diocese of Camden to discuss gun violence targeting schools nationwide. We have pulled together the audio from this unprecedented meeting and put it into podcast form. The meeting featured a brief prayer service (3:55 minute mark) and an hour-long discussion period (13:12 minute mark) where the 40+ students offered their feedback to Bishop Sullivan related to the gun violence, most recently in Parkland, FL. It’s a very powerful, spiritual and hopeful discussion that we think many of our listeners may appreciate hearing.

To learn more about the meeting, make sure you read the Catholic Star Herald recap: http://www.camdendiocese.org/catholic-high-school-student-leaders-from-across-diocese-meet-with-bishop-to-discuss-gun-violence-targeting-schools/

In the past 8 days, Bishop Dennis Sullivan and the Diocese of Camden have hosted two unprecedented meetings. One with 16 Dreamers facing an uncertain future as DACA remains in limbo and another with 40+ Catholic school student leaders in a poignant discussion about violence targeting schools around the nation, most recently in Parkland. In this podcast, Mike and Pete discuss how each meeting unfolded with people who were there to see it, Mr. Kevin Hickey from Catholic Charities, Camden; and Marianela Nunez and Mary Beth Peabody from the Diocese of Camden’s Office of Schools. To read more about these amazing meetings, check out these links:

Dreamers: http://www.camdendiocese.org/bishop-sullivan-meets-with-dreamers/

Catholic student leaders: http://www.camdendiocese.org/catholic-high-school-student-leaders-from-across-diocese-meet-with-bishop-to-discuss-gun-violence-targeting-schools/

What is the Direction of Intention Prayer, and how can it help Catholics guide their lives to God? Father John Fisher, OSFS helps Mike and Pete understand this question on the latest episode of an enlightening Talking Catholic. As well, the Rector of the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception shares a bit on his journey to the Oblates, forming students in the classroom as a teacher, his work in Camden, and his Eagles fandom.

We kickoff our second year of the podcast with one of the best conversations we’ve ever had. For the first half of the discussion, Father Nicholas Dudo, Vicar for Clergy of the Diocese of Camden, chats with us about his visit to the Super Bowl as the Philadelphia Eagles' Catholic chaplain. Then in the second half, we talk about his fascinating journey from the culinary world to the priesthood. It’s a joy-filled discussion about the importance of patience and the the guiding presence of the Holy Spirit in our lives.

It's our one year anniversary and the beginning of Lent so we figured it was a great time to bring back our semi-regular co-host Father Robert Sinatra, pastor of Padre Pio Parish in Vineland, NJ. He stops by the vault and chats with Mike and Pete about the recent Eagles Super Bowl win (yesssssssssss!!!!!!!!! #flyeaglesfly)and the upcoming Lenten season, where he drops more than a few pearls of wisdom.

As the Diocese of Camden's House of Charity-Bishop's Annual Appeal kicks off this weekend, Mike and Pete welcome the Director of Development, James Lanahan, and two individuals working with organizations directly helped by generous donors: Rosemary Love, RN Care Coordinator of VITALity Health Services, and Jeanetta Warren, Catholic Charities' Program Coordinator. The lively roundtable discussion includes life-changing stories, the work involved in running the House of Charity campaign, and the call for all to be missionary disciples.

As Catholic Schools Week kicks off this Sunday, we invited principal Molly Webb to join us as we chat all things education. She is in her second year leading Resurrection Catholic School in Cherry Hill, NJ. Also joining us is another educator and our pinch hitting co-host, filling in for an ailing Pete Sanchez, Marianela Nunez, Diocese of Camden Schools Office Field Consultant for Latino Enrollment. This duo of education experts join Mike to talk about how Catholic Schools provide a holistic learning experience for students, cultivate a joy-filled community for entire families, and give young people a leg-up as they become leaders in their communities.

In preparation for this Friday's March for Life in Washington, D.C.. Talking Catholic welcomes into the studio Tracye McArdle, ardent advocate for life and worshipper at Mater Ecclesiae Church in Berlin. She speaks with Mike and Pete about the sanctity of life, and her efforts in South Jersey to promote the dignity of all.

Talking Catholic heads to the latest Theology on Tap in South Jersey for a presentation by Deacon Anthony Infanti, a seminarian for the Diocese of Camden, on the use of icons in the Catholic Church. The presentation took place before a standing room only crowd of 20 and 30-somethings at Tir Na Nog in Cherry Hill. Deacon Infanti will present an expanded version of this talk on Friday, Feb. 2 at the Collegium Center for Faith and Culture in Haddon Heights, NJ. Go to https://thecollegiumcenter.org for more info.

How can the beauty of art reflect the glory of heaven? For its first show of 2018, Talking Catholic's co-hosts Mike and Pete attempts to answer this question with Brother Mickey McGrath, OSFS, Camden's resident Catholic artist. Through his powerful artwork, books, and speaking engagements, Brother Mickey brings the message of Christ into the secular world. For more information on Brother Mickey, and to see his work, visit https://beestillstudio.com

Each New Year provides an opportunity to pause and reflect on our lives. It gives us the feeling of a fresh start - a renewed sense of hope that we can make positive changes. This year, I ask you to think not only of yourself, but also of our poorest and most vulnerable sisters and brothers.

On the last Talking Catholic of 2017, Mike and Pete are joined by returning guests Steve Obarski, Director of Worship and Christian Initiation, and Greg Coogan, Director of Youth, Young Adult, and Campus Ministries. The four take stock of the past year, and look forward to 2018.

With Christmas just a few days away, we sit down for a chat about the merry season with our friends from the Diocese of Camden’s Schools Office: Dr. Bill Watson, Marianela Nunez and Mary Beth Peabody. Mike, Pete and the crew discuss how schools and students are preparing for Christmas and reminisce about some of our favorite Christmastime memories.

South Jersey Catholic schools educate and inspire young minds spiritually, academically and in service to others. Visit a school near you and discover why a Catholic school education is the gift of a lifetime – for our students and their families, and for the world our students will shape as adults. southjerseycatholicschools.org

Ahead of the 3rd Sunday of Advent, Mike and Pete welcome back two joyful guests: Sheila McGirl and Michael Jordan Laskey. The four share Christmas memories and family traditions, and, at the 47:00 mark, have good advice for Catholics who are always asked for an off-the-cuff prayer at any holiday meal. Also, check out an upcoming event that Mr. Laskey will be hosting: A Life and Justice Ministries Gathering, Catholics Fight Racism, which will be held Wednesday, January 13, 10 a.m. at Saint Charles Borromeo Church, Sicklerville. For more info, go to http://www.camdendiocese.org/fightracism/

It’s another live recording as we sat in on Theology on Tap, presented by the Diocese of Camden’s Youth, Young Adult and Campus Ministry.

Before a packed house of millennial Catholics, our dear friends of the podcast Sister Agnes and Sister Joseph of The Franciscan Sisters of the Renewal in Atlantic City explored the importance of prayer and communicating with God. They offer fantastic tips on how to embrace a peaceful and directed mindset before beginning prayers. There’s a lot great recommended reading, too.

Recorded at Rocco’s Town House in Hammonton, N.J., on November 29, 2017.

Catholic Charities works tirelessly through their many programs to support individuals and families facing these winter hardships. During this Christmas season, consider supporting Catholic Charities and the good work they do: http://catholiccharitiescamden.org/.

The voice of the Talking Catholic, and might-as-well-be-a-host he's guested so often, Father Robert Sinatra joins us for another seasonal conversation as we chat about Advent and Christmas. He gives Mike & Pete some great tips on how to more fully use the Advent season to properly prepare for Christmas. Perhaps his best tip, less is more, at least for the first two weeks of Advent.

This week's show is stuffed with guests ready to talk about their incredible experience at the National Catholic Youth Conference last week! Co-host Pete Sanchez; Greg Coogan, Director of Youth, Young Adult & Campus Ministries; Jose Rodriguez, Coordinator of Youth Ministry; and Kimberly Pesotski, Youth Minister at Saint Mary of Mount Carmel, Hammonton share with co-host Mike Walsh the highlights and passion of the young church gathered in Indianapolis. Also discussed: tips on how to safely drive and eat at the same time.

During Thanksgiving, Bishop Dennis Sullivan encouraged us to remember the elderly and those with disabilities who are supported by VITALity Catholic Healthcare Services. If you or your loved ones in South Jersey need help in finding the specialized care they need, call the VITALity Help-line at 1-888-26-VITALity or go to http://vitality.camdendiocese.org/.

We welcome Catholic Charities, Diocese of Camden, staff members Aruna Malc and Brian Wagner to the program this week to chat disaster response deployments. Both returned home recently after deployments to Texas and Florida, to help those affected by Hurricanes Harvey and Irma, Malc and Wagner share their experiences on the front lines of Catholic Charities' mission; why they feel called to this work, and how it affects their family lives; and their upcoming holiday plans. Also joining Mike and Pete as a third co-host is Mary McCusker, Marketing and Communications Coordinator for Catholic Charities. If you would like to donate to Catholic Charities disaster relief go to http://catholiccharitiescamden.org/ or text CCUSADISASTER to 71777. [Producer note: We had some technical difficulties with this recording. We did our best to clean up the sound, but it is not as clear as we would like it to be. Our apologies.]

Catholic Potpourri, #2! Our hosts Mike and Pete are joined this week by friends of the show, Father Robert Sinatra, Rod Herrera, and Jose Rodriguez. In this spirited hour, the five discuss Pope Francis’ comments about smartphones at Mass, the upcoming National Catholic Youth Conference, Philly sports, and Apple products.

Bishop Dennis Sullivan welcomes all to join him and singer Debby Boone on December 2nd for her Music and Memories concert at Investors Bank Performing Arts Center in Washington Township, NJ. The concert benefits the South Jersey Scholarship Fund for Catholic Schools. http://www.camdendiocese.org/?event=music-and-memories-with-debby-boone&event_date=2017-12-02

Talking Catholic celebrates it's third consecutive week of "firsts," as we welcome a guest from outside New Jersey, Frank Mercadante, Executive Director of Cultivation Ministries and author of "Engaging A New Generation: A New Vision for Reaching Catholic Teens." Mike and Pete chat with Frank about his life's work in youth ministry; how connecting with millennials is different than Baby Boomers and Gen Xers; his recent visit with priests and parish ministers in South Jersey; and the favorite pastime, home brewing.

¡Tenemos otro podcast ESPECIAL esta semana, lo estamos ofreciendo en dos idiomas! Para nuestros oyentes en inglés, Mike y Pete se sientan con Andrés Arango, Delegado del Obispo para el Ministerio Hispano. Para los oyentes en español, Marianela Núñez, Directora del programa de inscripción de latinos en la oficina de Escuelas Católicas, conduce el programa y se une a Pete y Andrés para la entrevista. Ambos podcasts discuten el V Encuentro de este fin de semana, que reunirá a los hispanos de South Jersey para un día de reflexión, intercambio de fe y discipulado misionero. También abordan temas como la evangelización, el Papa Francisco, y los regalos que los hispanos aportan a la Iglesia Católica.

We have another SPECIAL podcast this week, we are offering it in two languages! For our English listeners, Mike and Pete sit down with Andres Arango, Bishop's Delegate for Hispanic Ministry. For Spanish listeners, Marianela Nunez, Catholic Schools Office field consultant for the Latino enrollment program, takes the co-host chair and joins Pete and Andres for the interview. Both podcasts discuss this weekend's V Encuentro, which will bring together South Jersey Hispanics for day of reflection, faith sharing, and missionary discipleship. Both podcasts also touch on evangelization, Pope Francis, and what gifts Hispanics bring to the Catholic Church.

It’s our first recording before a live audience! Domestic Church Media founder and local Catholic radio pioneer Jim Manfredonia and DCM’s Director of Community Relations & co-host Gabriella Furmato presented “Miracles in the Media: From Fake News to Catholic Media” to a great crowd at the October 17th Theology on Tap event at Tir Na Nog in Cherry Hill. They explained the nature of DCM’s apostolate, their own faith journey, and the importance of being a trusted source of the Good News in today’s fractured media landscape. Our own Mike Walsh emceed the event on behalf of the Diocese of Camden’s Youth, Young Adult & Campus Ministries. To learn more about Domestic Church Media and their many shows, go to https://domesticchurchmedia.org/.

October is Domestic Violence Awareness month and our guests this week are Jeffrey DeCristofaro and Lisa Incollingo, two of the hardworking and dedicated attorneys of the Camden Center for Law and Social Justice. Experts on domestic violence, as well as immigration, they spend the hour explaining the assistance abuse victims have at their disposal and how domestic violence is far more pervasive than many people realize. For more information, visit www.cclsj.org

Alison Filion, Director of Catholic Campus Ministry at Stockton University, is this week's guest on Talking Catholic. The South Jersey native has a good time with Mike and Pete, discussing her return home, her first months on the job at Stockton, and how her faith and family life have prepared her to assist young college students. The hour also includes a shared love of all things French-Canadian, and the dangers of recording podcasts in the morning (at least when night-owl Mike is the co-host).

Talking Catholic makes its way to Hammonton, NJ, this week, to visit Kimberly Pesotski, Youth Director at Saint Mary of Mount Carmel Parish. The engaging and enlightening discussion between Kim, Mike and Pete centered on her role in sharing the faith with the young church; the importance of discernment in the spiritual life; modeling good spirituality for young people, and their favorite things about the Autumn season.

Deputy Chief David J. Harkins of the Gloucester Township Police Department is Mike and Pete's guest this week on Talking Catholic. Chief Harkins discusses the upcoming Blue Mass for Law Enforcement and First Responders on September 29, speaks about his own faith journey to becoming a permanent deacon, and how police are responding to the heroin crisis locally and nationally.

It's Catholic potpourri this week on Talking Catholic as we discuss a wide range of topics including the opening week of Catholic Schools, Catholic Social teaching, hurricanes, vanity vs. humiity, great spiritual movies and nuns with chainsaws. Joining Mike and Pete are guests Maria D'Antonio, Communications Coordinator & Web Content Manager (and fan of the podcast!); Rod Herrera, Director of Child and Youth Protection; Mary McCusker, Marketing and Communications Coordinator with Catholic Charities; and Bill Watson, Director of Curriculum and Assessment for Catholic Schools.

Recently, we’ve been getting a lot of questions about the newest residents of the Diocese of Camden, the Franciscan Sisters of the Renewal who have opened a convent in Atlantic City adjacent to Saint Michael’s Church. So instead of answering these questions ourselves, the sisters joined us on the podcast from their convent! We talked about their individual vocation stories, the mission of their community, the day in the life of the sisters, and what they hope to accomplish in Atlantic City. It’s a great conversation with Sister Agnes, Sister Ann Kateri, Sister Joseph and Sister Chiara! To learn even more about the Franciscan Sisters of the Renewal, go to http://franciscansisterscfr.com/.

In the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey, Mary McCusker, Marketing & Communications Coordinator for Catholic Charities, Diocese of Camden, sits down with Mike and Pete to discuss Catholic Charities' efforts to help those affected in Texas. If you would like to assist in the relief effort, visit www.catholiccharitiescamden.org/hurricane-harvey-relief, text CCUSADISASTER to 71777, or call 1-800-919-9338.

Jose Rodriguez, Jr., recently-named Coordinator of Hispanic, Youth and Young Adult Ministries for the Diocese of Camden, joins Mike and Pete in the vault this week to discuss his duties in bringing the faith to South Jersey's youth. This packed podcast also includes the three reflecting on prayer, silence, and last week's Summer in the City youth initiative.

Mr. Kevin Hickey, executive director of the Catholic Charities, Diocese of Camden, and a trustee of Catholic Charities USA, joins Mike and Pete this week to discuss the upcoming Justice for All Dinner and the work of Catholic Charities in South Jersey. Last year, Catholic Charities served more than 33,000 people through its myriad of programs. We hope you can join Kevin and this year's JFA honoree, Cardinal Joseph Tobin, Archbishop of Newark, N.J. at the October 11 event in Atlantic City. To learn more go to - http://catholiccharitiescamden.org/jfa2017.

This week we have two of the finest journalists in South Jersey join us as we welcome Carl Peters, Managing Editor of the Catholic Star Herald, and Jim McBride, the paper’s beloved photographer and living diocesan Wikipedia page. We talk with the both of them about how they got their start in journalism, how the diocese and the newspaper industry have changed over the years, and how much a good staff makes all the difference when it comes to getting the job done. Read and see more from both of them at http://catholicstarherald.org.

We talk pilgrimages this week with Father Robert Hughes, Vicar General of the Diocese of Camden, and arguably one of the most traveled Catholics in South Jersey. Since his days as a wee lad in high school, he has been taking part in or leading dozens of pilgrimages, both in the U.S. and internationally. On the podcast this week, he schools Mike and Pete about the spiritual nature of pilgrimages, as well as the logistics of taking part in a pilgrimage. If you would like to join one of Fr. Hughes' pilgrimages, check out http://www.pilgrimages.com/frhughes/.

Fr. David Rivera joins us this week to discuss what it’s like to minister in one of the most diverse and widespread parishes in Southern New Jersey, the Parish of the Holy Cross, which includes the city of Bridgeton and most of the surrounding county. We also touch on his background in moral theology and how a kid from urban Camden, New Jersey adjusted to life in the very rural area he now calls home.

This week we have an in depth chat about the Knights of Columbus, as Mike and Pete welcome their Brother Knight into the vault: Andy Lipenta, past State Deputy and newly-appointed Vice Supreme Master for New Jersey and New York. In between discussing the global order's dedication to service to God, country, and the community, they talk about the great work of the Knights locally and internationally, how the organization fosters a sense of brotherhood for Catholic gentlemen, and why the color corps members in their tuxes, chapeau's and swords may be the toughest of the lot (hint: it get's hot in that outfit on a sunny summer day.) If you're interested in becoming a Knight and finding a council near you, go to http://kofc.org/.

Are there ever "dog days of summer" down the shore? Mike and Pete set out to answer that question this week, in their conversation with Father Jon Thomas, Pastor of Atlantic City's Parish of Saint Monica. The energetic young priest and our hosts also shoot the summer breeze on Atlantic City's revitalization; the upcoming Wedding of the Sea celebration in Atlantic City; the recent Convocation of Catholic Leaders, and beach reads.

It's a special episode this week as we recap the Convocation of Catholic Leaders that was held July 1-4 in Orlando. Joining Mike and Pete are delegates to the Convocation, Father Kevin Mohan, Laurie Power, Michael Jordan Laskey and Michael Chambers. In all, 3,500 delegates from around the country came together to share their stories, best practices and energy of evangelization. You can check out the video archive of the convocation here: http://www.usccb.org/issues-and-action/get-involved/meetings-and-events/convocation-2017/convocation-2017-live-stream.cfm

Have you ever considered fundraising to be a spiritual endeavor? If you haven't then you've never met this week's guest, the dean of fundraising in South Jersey, Jim Lanahan. As director of development he is the chief fundraiser for the Diocese of Camden. However, what makes Jim truly unique is the level of spirituality he brings to his job. He is a natural born evangelizer.

This week, it's a first for Talking Catholic, as Mike and Pete are graced with the presence of a religious sister, Sister Dianna Higgins, a Franciscan Missionary of the Infant Jesus. Sister Dianna, a teacher at Paul VI High School and facilitator of a monthly women's discernment group, discusses where youth and young adults are today, and how they can best understand God's call for their lives. As well, she provides insight into an upcoming initiative for South Jersey's young adults on spiritual direction.

Have you ever wondered how a Catholic Mass or special service is created? Today we sit down with Stephen Obarski, Director of the Office of Worship and Christian Initiation for the Diocese of Camden, to discuss his role in developing Masses and incorporating changes from the Vatican to the rubrics of these liturgies. We also talk a little bit about the other hat he wears, as an archivist for the diocese.

With commencement season upon us, John Yeager from Paul VI High School in Haddon Township, takes Mike and Pete to school. The English and Film Professor recaps his year, and shares why literature is crucial to the formation of young minds. And just in time for summer, he passes out his recommended summer reading list.

Father Robert Sinatra is baaack! Bookending his first appearance during Holy Week, Father Sinatra helps Mike and Pete close the Easter season with a discussion on the feast of Pentecost. Along the way during the hour, the three men sound off on the Holy Spirit, the recent priest ordination in the Diocese of Camden, and their favorite baseball team.

Laurie Power, Director of Lifelong Faith Formation at Runnemede, N.J.'s Holy Child Parish, sits down with Mike and Pete for a lovely conversation on her ministry. The joyful and passionate young woman shares her work in bringing the Catholic faith to all ages; speaks about her time discerning a religious vocation; and educates the hosts about just what Lawn Chair Catechism is and why it works at her parish.

Deacon Jerry Jablonowski, Executive Director of VITALity Catholic Healthcare Services, and Mimi Schaible, Director of Care Coordination and Consultation for VITALity join Mike and Pete this week to explain how their programs enhance the quality and dignity of life for the elderly, persons with disabilities, and their families through programs and services that address the health and well-being of body, mind, and spirit.

Father David Klein, Judicial Vicar, and Dr. Christina Hip-Flores, Tribunal Judge, join Pete and Mike this week for an insightful discussion of their work in the Diocese of Camden's Office of the Tribunal, holding fast to the tenants of Canon Law, and guiding individuals in the annulment process.

Father Ed Kennedy, Parochial Vicar at Blackwood's Our Lady of Hope Parish, stepped into the studio this week with Mike and Pete. Coming up on his first anniversary as an ordained priest, Father Kennedy shares the challenges and blessings he's experienced in the past 12 months; his family's priest heritage; and his first job as a movie theater projectionist.

This week's guest is the energetic and artistic Kari Janisse, Coordinator of Youth Ministry at Our Lady of Peace parish, in Williamstown, N.J. Kari is a dynamo who ministers to the youthful church, from children to young adults. Her strong faith fuels her intense desire to encourage the next generation of Catholic's to embrace and promote God's presence in their lives. Her efforts have been quite successful, resulting in one of the largest and most active youth ministries in the region.

Bill Watson, Director of Curriculum and Assessment in the Diocese of Camden's Office of Catholic Schools, brings his teaching and education experience to this week's episode. In this intellectually engaging hour, he, Mike, and Pete talk about the importance of Catholic school teachers being models of faith for their students; forming well-rounded students on fire with the Catholic mission; and Martian rocks.

On this week's program, Mike and Pete welcome to the podcast Kisanna Owens, Catholic Charities' Prison Re-entry Coordinator; and Deacon Jim Hallman, Catholic Charities' Prison Ministry Coordinator. Kisanna and Deacon Jim share powerful stories of the men and women they minister to inside and outside the prison walls, hoping to rehabilitate their lives and know God's love and mercy.

Road Trip! This week, Pete and Mike leave the friendly confines of "the vault" in Camden to travel down to Glassboro where they meet with Nina Camaioni, Coordinator of Catholic Campus Ministry at Rowan University. Our hosts enjoyed the warm, welcoming atmosphere and comfy couches at the ministry center, and discuss with Nina how students live their Catholic faith on campus; what youth desire from their Church; and how the ministry provides a home for them. And as an added treat, Nina, who is an accomplished singer/songwriter, played her song "Sing" for us! Hear more from Nina by checking out her YouTube page at https://www.youtube.com/user/evergreennina.

Just days before the start of Holy Week, Father Robert Sinatra joined Pete and Mike for an engaging, insightful, and sometimes humorous hour. The pastor of Vineland's Saint Padre Pio Parish eloquently shared the meaning of this penitential season, the Triduum and Chrism Mass, the power of Jesus' death and resurrection, and how the Catholic Church around the world prepares for Easter. We also discuss with Fr. Rob his recent heart surgery, his experience with a relic of St. Padre Pio, and his appreciation for the Marvel and DC universes.

This week, Father Michael Romano, Director of Vocations for the Diocese of Camden, and seminarian Stephen Robbins stop by the show to talk with Mike and Pete about seminarian life, the upcoming iRace4Vocations, and how young people can discern God's call for their lives. [Recorded on March 9, 2017. Please excuse the minor sound issues on Mike's mic.]

For today's episode, Mike and Pete sit down with Rod Herrera, director of the Camden Diocese's Office of Child and Youth Protection. They discuss Rod's time discerning the Jesuits, his background as a social worker, and the importance of the USCCB's Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People. They also focus on the upcoming National Child Abuse Prevention Month in April, and the importance for organizations, communities and families to play an ever-present role in preventing child abuse and neglect & promoting child and family well-being. [Producers note: the sound is a little uneven on this one. Our apologies.]

Michael Jordan Laskey, Director of Life and Justice for the Diocese of Camden, is this week's guest on Talking Catholic. He shares with Pete and Mike his ministry's call to protect life at all stages; the upcoming diocesan-wide FaithFull Food Drive; and his baseball picks for the upcoming season.

This week the absolutely delightful Marianela Nunez, Latino enrollment field consultant for South Jersey Catholic Schools, joins Pete and Mike to discuss growing up in the Dominican Republic, the differences between being a Catholic in the U.S. vs. Latin America – especially as it relates to schools, and why all Catholics should be taking part in V Encuentro activities.

Fr. Chris Mann, parochial vicar at Infant Jesus Parish in Woodbury Heights, NJ, steps into the studio with Pete and Mike to discuss his South Philly roots, becoming a U.S. Marine, then a Franciscan Friar where he traveled the world as a missionary, and now a diocesan priest. [Producer note: we had some sound issues with this recording. After our regular mixer took a tumble right before taping, we needed to use an emergency mixer, which Fr. Chris JUST HAPPENED to have in the trunk of his car. Quite literately a miracle. However, we didn't compensate enough for this change in technology, which led to some background noise. We did our best to clean up the sound, but please forgive us if this is not up to your podcast standards. We're new here.]

Sheila McGirl, Associate Director of Development for the Diocese of Camden, speaks with Pete Sanchez and Mike Walsh about the current House of Charity-Bishop's Annual Appeal, growing up Irish-Catholic in Brooklyn, and her family's "Divine Storm."

Greg Coogan, director of Youth and Young Adult Ministry for the Diocese of Camden, joins co-hosts Pete Sanchez and Mike Walsh to discuss how the Catholic Church is reaching out to the next generation of Catholics and Catholic leaders.