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Father James Boric, rector of the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Baltimore, delivered his final homily as rector June 26. He is leaving the Archdiocese of Baltimore to become a Carmelite hermit. For more about his new ministry, see https://catholicreview.org/leadership-transition-coming-to-baltimore-basilica-as-father-boric-prepares-to-enter-carmelite-hermitage/
Dec. 24, 2021 | Featured Homily: Father T. Austin Murphy Jr. by Archdiocese of Baltimore
Father Pete D. Literal, pastor of St. John the Evangelist in Hydes, offers a reflection for the fourth Sunday of Advent.
El Diácono Carlos Dután, diácono permanente de la parroquia de San Clemente I en Lansdowne, ofrece una reflexión para el cuarto Domingo de Adviento.
El Padre Diego Rivera, vicario parroquial de la parroquia Cristo Rey en Glen Burnie, ofrece una reflexión para el tercer Domingo de Adviento.
Deacon Steve Sarnecki, permanent deacon at St. Lawrence Martyr in Hanover, offers a reflection for the third Sunday of Advent.
El Diácono José A. Rivera, diácono permanente de la parroquia de San Juan Evangelista en Columbia, ofrece una reflexión para el segundo Domingo de Adviento en la Basílica del Santuario Nacional de la Asunción de la Virgen María en Baltimore.
Deacon George Russell, permanent deacon at St. Mary’s in Annapolis, offers a reflection for the second Sunday of Advent.
El Padre Ako Trevor Walker, C.Ss.R., párroco de la parroquia Sagrado Corazón de Jesús en Highlandtown, ofrece una reflexión para el primer Domingo de Adviento.
Father Evan Ponton of St. John the Evangelist in Severna Park offers a reflection for the first week of Advent.
Dr. Susan Timoney, CUA Professor and author discusses A Light Brightly Visible 2.0 with Archbishop Lori. Taken from the Institute for Evangelization’s Pastoral Staff Day 2021. Learn more about the Institute at www.archbalt.org/evangelization.
Craig Gould of the Office of Family, Youth and Young Adult Ministry invites parishes to reflect on innovation in the Catholic Church. Taken from the Institute for Evangelization’s Pastoral Staff Day 2021. Learn more about the Institute at www.archbalt.org/evangelization.
Julie St. Croix of the Office of Parish Renewal, uses Deacon Keith Strom’s book, Ablaze: 5 Essential Paradigm Shifts for Parish Renewal to invite parishes to reflect on what culture shifts are necessary for renewal. Taken from the Institute for Evangelization’s Pastoral Staff Day 2021. Learn more about the Institute at www.archbalt.org/evangelization.
This homily was delivered during the Rosary Congress at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Baltimore. http://www.archbalt.org/rosarycongress
July 11, 2021 | Featured Homily: Capuchin Franciscan Father James Watson by Archdiocese of Baltimore
June 13, 2021 | Featured Homily: Capuchin Franciscan Father Paul Zaborowski by Archdiocese of Baltimore
March 14, 2021 | Featured Homily: Vincentian Father Harry F. Arnone by Archdiocese of Baltimore
Jan. 31, 2021 | Featured Homily: Father T. Austin Murphy Jr. by Archdiocese of Baltimore
Archbishop Lori delivered this homily for the Life is Beautiful Mass Jan. 24 at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Baltimore.
Jan. 17, 2021 | Featured Homily: Father Gregory Chervenak, OFM, Cap. by Archdiocese of Baltimore
"We must always strive to show love to bring more love into the world as we await the coming of our Emanuel," says Deacon Steve Rubio of St. Ambrose in our latest Advent reflection.
El obispo auxiliar de Baltimore Bruce Lewandowski ofrece reflexiones para la cuarta semana de Adviento.
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13 de diciembre de 2020 | Una Reflexión de Adviento: Semana Tres by Archdiocese of Baltimore
Father Matt Buening, the Catholic Chaplain at Towson University Newman Center, ponders the question of today's reading, "What sort of person ought I to be?"
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El padre Angel Marrero, pastor asociado de las parroquias católicas del sur del condado de Washington, ofrece una reflexión para la segunda semana de Adviento.
This homily was delivered at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Baltimore during the Archdiocese of Baltimore's 2020 Rosary Congress. www.archbalt.org/rosarycongress
Aug. 23, 2020 | Featured Homily: Father T. Austin Murphy Jr. by Archdiocese of Baltimore
Join us for the final “Catholic Baltimore” show on WCBM. Hosts George Matysek and Christopher Gunty of Catholic Review Media and the Archdiocese of Baltimore look back at some of their favorite interviews over the years for a “Greatest Hits of Catholic Baltimore.”
We're joined by Caroline Rose Owens, social influencer and host of the podcast, "She Believed" (Originally aired 5/3/2020)
The Archdiocese of Baltimore has a new auxiliary bishop – Bishop-designate Bruce Lewandowski, a Redemptorist priest who is currently pastor of Sacred Heart of Jesus/Sagrado Corazón de Jesús Parish in Highlandtown. The Catholic Review’s Christopher Gunty talked with the new bishop-designate about his vocation, his ministry and how he learned of his new appointment for the “Catholic Baltimore” radio show.
Award-winning contemporary Catholic musician Matt Maher has gone from parish ministry to full-time performing and helping people worship. Christopher Gunty talks with Matt about his life, his music and coping with a global pandemic.
We're joined by Phil Klay, New York Times bestselling author of "Redeployment" and a product of Jesuit education, to discuss writing about war. Later in the show, Joyce Coronel discusses resilience during the coronavirus pandemic.
Dr. Scott Hahn, Fr. Michael Scanlan Professor of Biblical Theology and the New Evangelization at Franciscan University of Steubenville, joins us to discuss his new book "Hope to Die: The Christian Meaning of Death and the Resurrection of the Body"
We're joined by Greg Erlandson, editor-in-chief of Catholic News Service, to discuss the importance and impact of CNS in viewing the world through the lens of faith as the news service celebrates 100 years.
We're joined by Dr. Peter Howard, renowned expert on the Blessed Virgin Mary, to discuss the impact of Venerable Fulton J. Sheen.
Edward Herrera of the Department of Evangelization interviews Dr. Pat Fosarelli about talking with Children and Teens about COVID-19. Her new e-book can be purchased here: Individuals: https://bayardfaithresources.com/products/how-to-talk-to-children-and-teens-about-covid-19-individual-version Parishes and Schools: https://bayardfaithresources.com/collections/downloadables/products/how-to-talk-to-children-and-teens-about-covid-19-parish-and-school-sharable-version
We're joined by Caroline Rose Owens, social influencer and host of the podcast, "She Believed"
Lee Martin, program director at Our Daily Bread in Baltimore, describes the impact of the coronavirus on Our Daily Bread's operations. Later in the show, Fr. Collin Poston, pastor of St. Anthony Shrine in Emmitsburg and Our Lady of Mount Carmel in Thurmont, joins us to explain how Catholics can experience a Spiritual Communion when they can't receive Holy Communion at Mass.
How can we manage the stress and anxiety brought on by the coronavirus pandemic? What role does spirituality play? Dr. Robert Wicks, a clinical psychologist, best-selling author of more than 50 books, and professor emeritus at Loyola University Maryland, offers his insight.
As parishes and families prepare for Holy Week without the public celebration of Masses and other liturgies due to the coronavirus pandemic, the archdiocesan Department of Evangelization has launched At Home with Your Faith, with resources for families of all types, and parishes are trying creative ways to stay connected to the faithful. Host Christopher Gunty talks with John Romanowsky and Edward Herrera of the Evangelization Department and Monsignor Rob Jaskot and Karen Nelson of the Pastorate of St. Francis-St. Mary and Holy Family in Petersville and Middletown.
We're joined by author Nicole Abisinio to discuss her new book, "Pure Power: A Spiritual Workout to Help You Break Free of Sexual Sin . . . or Avoid It in the First Place." Later in the show, we're joined by Sulpician Father David Thayer to discuss the French School of Spirituality.
Fr. Stephen Roth discusses the call to priesthood with fourth-year seminarian Zach Crowley.
March 1, 2020 : Featured Homily: Father T. Austin Murphy Jr. by Archdiocese of Baltimore
We're joined by Father William Saunders, founding pastor of Our Lady of Hope Catholic Church in Potomac Falls, in the diocese of Arlington, VA to discuss his new book, "Celebrating a Holy Catholic Easter: A Guide to the Customs and Devotions of Lent and the Season of Christ's Resurrection."
We're joined by Deacon Greg Kandra, author of the new book "The Living Gospel: Daily Devotions for Lent 2020." Later in the show, we're joined by Father Michael White, Pastor of the Church of the Nativity in Timonium, and Tom Corcoran, Associate to the Pastor, to discuss their new book, "Messages of Trust for Lent 2020," a book of three minute devotions.
Father Michael DeAscanis discusses St. Valentine and the nature of love, including a reflection on the four types of love and living out love with God’s grace in married life.
The Catholic Business Network of Baltimore was founded 10 years ago to help people grow in business and strengthen their faith at the same time. Christopher Gunty sits down with Meg Ducey, current CBNB president, and Jim Randisi, CBNB founder, to talk about how the group has evolved as they detail plans to celebrate the landmark 10th anniversary.
Feb. 9, 2020 | Featured Homily: Monsignor Richard Cramblitt by Archdiocese of Baltimore
We're joined by the Walters Art Museum's Lynley Herbert, Curator of Rare Books and Manuscripts, along with Abigail Quandt, Head of Book and Paper Conservation, to discuss a new exhibit at the Walters Art Museum showcasing an illuminated manuscript with a remarkable connection to St. Francis.
We're joined by Archbishop William E. Lori for a look back at 2019 and a look ahead to 2020 in the Archdiocese of Baltimore.
We're joined by Sister Maria Veronica, who lives as a hermit within the Archdiocese of Baltimore.
We're joined by Deacon Justin Gough and Tommy O'Donnell, two seminarians from the Archdiocese of Baltimore, who discuss their discernment and studies at the Pontifical North American College in Rome.
Dec. 29, 2019 | Featured Homily: Father T. Austin Murphy Jr. by Archdiocese of Baltimore
Our guest is Jenny Kraska, the newly appointed director of the Maryland Catholic Conference, legislative lobbying arm of the state's Catholic bishops.
Baltimore Archbishop William E. Lori, Bishop Adam J. Parker, Bishop Denis Madden and other bishops from Region 4 in the United States made their ad limina apostolorum visits – a Latin phrase meaning to the threshold of the Apostles Peter and Paul – Dec. 2-6 and received support for their work and a better understanding of the church in the US and its relationship with key Vatican departments.
Christopher Gunty of the Catholic Review sat down with the Baltimore bishops at the Pontifical North American College in Rome for a special report on the visit.
Father Steven Roth, vocations director for the Archdiocese of Baltimore, launches a new series on vocations by speaking with Ellen LeGare, mother of two current seminarians in the Archdiocese of Baltimore.
What’s the best way to get Catholics to support their parish? According to Father Michael White and Tom Corcoran of Church of the Nativity in Timonium, parish leaders need to help parishioners see their donations as an investment in ministry that has an impact on people’s lives. They want to know that their contribution makes a difference.
We're joined by Cardinal Edwin O'Brien, former Archbishop of Baltimore and current Grand Master of the Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre of Jerusalem, to discuss his work.
November 17, 2019 | Fr. Michael DeAscanis, "Don't Count God Out" by Archdiocese of Baltimore
November 10, 2019 | USCCB Fall General Assembly; Mid-Atlantic Congress by Archdiocese of Baltimore
Nov. 4, 2019 | Featured Homily: Father T. Austin Murphy Jr. by Archdiocese of Baltimore
We're joined by author Gretchen Crowe to discuss her latest book, "Praying the Rosary with St. John Paul II." Later in the show, we're joined by Father Edward Broom to discuss his latest book, "Road Map to Heaven: A Catholic Plan of Life."
Oct. 27, 2019 | Featured Homily, Father Stephen Spahn, S.J. by Archdiocese of Baltimore
In today's show, we discuss the groundbreaking of the Mother Mary Lange Catholic School which took place on October 23, 2019. Later in the show, we're joined by George A. Yorkman, author of a new book about Mother Mary Lange called "Finger of God"
October 20, 2019 | Fr. Chuck Canterna on the Reality of Evil by Archdiocese of Baltimore
We're joined by Father Paul Scalia, son of the late supreme court justice, Antonin Scalia, and vicar for clergy in the Diocese of Arlington, VA to discuss his new book, "Sermons in Times of Crisis: Twelve Homilies to Stir Your Soul"
Oct. 13, 2019 | Featured Homily: Monsignor Richard Cramblitt by Archdiocese of Baltimore
We're joined by Father Matthew Buening, Catholic chaplain at Towson University, to discuss campus ministry and memories of his encounters with St. John Paul II, the great pope of young people.
We're joined by Luke McCusker, managing director of the Irish Railroad Workers Museum in Baltimore, to discuss the history behind a Baltimore ship captain who once traded slaves, but donated money at the end of his life to support the training of Josephite priests who would minister to the African American community in the United States. Later in the show, we're joined by Sulpician Father Tom Ulshafer, who has researched his religious community's connection with slavery.
We're joined by Fr. Steven Roth, Vocations director for the Archdiocese of Baltimore, highlighting the largest class of seminarians in the Archdiocese in over thirty years.
Sept. 8, 2019 | Featured Homily: Father T. Austin Murphy Jr. by Archdiocese of Baltimore
In our first segment, Legionary of Christ Father John Bartunek discusses his new book, "Spiritual but not Religious: The Search for Meaning in a Material World." In the second segment, Erin Younkins discusses her book, "Designed to Be Well: A Health Coach's Guide to Navigating the Science and Spirituality of Wellness."
Aug. 25, 2019 | Featured Homily: Monsignor Richard Hilgartner by Archdiocese of Baltimore
As the new school year begins Sept. 3 for Catholic schools in the Archdiocese of Baltimore, we speak with Dr. Donna Hargens, superintendent, about new initiatives and the state of Catholic education.
Meghan Doyle is a religion teacher at The John Carroll School in Bel Air. She speaks about her personal experience of the faith and how she shares that faith with young people.
For more than 20 years, First Fruits Farm has been growing vegetables for distribution to the needy. The Archdiocese of Baltimore was one of its first distribution partners and also partners with the farm to provide a plot of land to grow crops. Numerous Catholic schools and other Catholic organizations provide volunteers to help with the harvest. Christopher Gunty visited the farm in Freeland, Md., in early August to talk with Rick Bernstein, co-founder of the farm, about the new 200-acre home for First Fruits Farm and how its mission and ministry improve the lives of so many people.
We're joined by Fr. James Boric, rector of the Basilica of the Assumption, to discuss the Basilica's new Baltimore City missionary initiative, the Source of All Hope Mission.
We're joined today by John Smith, whose true life story was the inspiration for the recent film, "Breakthrough"
Priests and deacons throughout the Archdiocese of Baltimore provide wonderful spiritual insights through their homilies and reflections.
This week, we feature Fr. Daniel Maurer, a mission priest based in Vladivostok, Russia.
Priests and deacons throughout the Archdiocese of Baltimore provide wonderful spiritual insights through their homilies and reflections.
This week, we feature Fr. Mark Bialek of St. John, Westminster.
We're joined by Father Daniel Leary, pastor of Saint Andrew the Apostle in Silver Spring, Maryland to discuss Healing Ministry.
Holy Cross Father David Guffey sits down with Christopher Gunty to talk about an upcoming movie about Father Patrick Peyton, the “rosary priest” who coined the phrase “the family that prays together stays together.” They also talk about other new initiatives from the Family Rosary organization, including a new Museum of Family Prayer opening near Boston this fall.
Priests and deacons throughout the Archdiocese of Baltimore provide wonderful spiritual insights through their homilies and reflections.
This week, we feature Monsignor Rick Hilgartner of St. Joseph, Cockeysville.
We're joined by author Ida E. Jones to discuss her book "Baltimore Civil Rights Leader Victorine Q. Adams: The Power of the Ballot" and later in the show, we're joined by Catholic News Service Senior Photographer Paul Haring to discuss his travels covering Pope Francis.
We're joined by Deacon Sean Keller of the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Baltimore to discuss living out the Faith in a secular world.
Father Paul Scalia, vicar for clergy with the Diocese of Arlington, discusses his new book, "Sermons in Times of Crisis: Twelve Homilies to Stir Your Soul."
We're joined by Pastor Virgil Cain, pastor of Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church in Smithsburg, MD to share stories of faith.
We're joined by author Ken Canedo to discuss contemporary Catholic music and his two recent books, "Keep the Fire Burning" and "From Mountains High" (Originally broadcast November, 2018)
We're joined by Luciano Lamonarca to discuss the upcoming visit of Padre Pio relics at the Baltimore Basilica.
We're joined by Dr. Michael Pakaluk to discuss his new book, "The Memoirs of St. Peter"
We're joined by Craig Gould, Director of Youth and Young Adult Ministry for the Archdiocese of Baltimore to discuss the understanding of personal vocation.
Today we're joined by director Dome Karukoski to discuss his new movie, Tolkien about "Lord of the Rings" author J.R.R. Tolkien. Later in the show, we feature a group from St. Mary of the Assumption in Govans, MD that picks up trash in their neighborhood.
We're joined by author Kevin Cowherd to discuss his new book, "When the Crowd Didn't Roar" about the Baltimore Orioles' crowd-less game in April 2015 following the death of Freddie Gray and the subsequent unrest in Baltimore.
Theology on Tap Catholic Fellowship of Frederick April 24, 2019
Edward Herrera serves as the Director for the Office of Marriage and Family Life at the Archdiocese of Baltimore.
Prior to this, he was the Director of Adult Faith Formation at a parish in Houston, TX, where he was an adjunct instructor of theology and Director of the Rev. William J. Young Social Justice Institute at the University of St. Thomas. Edward earned his BA from the University of St. Thomas and his Masters from the Pontifical John Paul II Institute for Studies on Marriage and Family at the Catholic University of America in Washington, DC.
Edward resides in Parkville, MD with his wife, Joanna, and their three children.
We're joined by Dawn Walsh, Visitor Experience Manager at the National Shrine Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes in Emmitsburg, for a discussion of Divine Mercy on Divine Mercy Sunday.
This Good Friday homily was delivered at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Baltimore.
We're joined by Jennifer Briemann, Executive Director of the Maryland Catholic Conference, and Garrett O'Day, MCC Deputy Director, to discuss results of Maryland's recent legislative session.
We're joined by Steve Eberle, Director of the Ignatian Volunteer Corps in Baltimore, to discuss how the IVC provides volunteer opportunities for seniors who are retired or semi-retired. Later in the show, we're joined by Carol Pacione, president of The Mark D. Pacione Foundation, to discuss the work of the Foundation in carrying on the legacy of her late husband.
March 31, 2019 | Featured Homily, Father T. Austin Murphy Jr. by Archdiocese of Baltimore
We're joined by Abby Johnson, former Planned Parenthood clinic director who resigned after witnessing an abortion on ultrasound and has since become a Pro-Life activist. Her book, "Unplanned," has recently been adapted as a movie.
March 24, 2019 | Featured Homily, Monsignor Richard Hilgartner by Archdiocese of Baltimore
In segment one, Catherine O'Donnell discusses her new biography of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, "Elizabeth Seton: American Saint."
In segment two, Father J. Collin Poston discusses "Exodus 90," a spirituality program for men.
Mark Hart—Talk 1
Mark Hart serves full time as executive vice president of Life Teen. A graduate of the University of Notre Dame, Mark is a best-selling author of over a dozen books, popular speaker, and SiriusXM radio host. His wildly popular DVD study series, Altaration, Encounter, and T3 are currently utilized in homes, youth groups, and classrooms across the globe. Mark and his wife, Melanie, have three daughters, Hope, Trinity, and Faith, and one son, Josiah. They live in Phoenix, Arizona
Discussion Questions
1) Where have you seen God's generosity in your life as a couple?
2) How can you continue to grow in generosity toward one another?
3) How can you, as a couple, be generous to others?
March 10, 2019 | Featured Homily, Monsignor Richard Cramblitt by Archdiocese of Baltimore
We're joined by Father Charles "Chuck" Canterna and Deacon Seigfried Presberry to discuss prison ministry in the Archdiocese of Baltimore.
We're joined by Dr. Marie-Alberte Boursiquot to discuss her recent testimony in opposition to the End-of-Life Option Act. We also take a look at Maryland Law surrounding issues like physician-assisted suicide and fetal homicide.
We're joined by John Mulderig, Associate Director of Media Reviews for Catholic News Service to discuss the 2019 Academy Awards.
We're joined by two Vatican experts to discuss Pope Francis' upcoming meeting with the heads of bishops conferences from around the world that will take place at the Vatican, February 21-24, 2019.
We're joined by Dr. Thomas Plante, Ph.D., ABPP, the Augustin Cardinal Bea, S.J. University Professor and professor of psychology at Santa Clara University and adjunct clinical professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences at Stanford University School of Medicine, to discuss misconceptions about clergy sexual abuse. Some material may not be suitable for younger listeners. Listener discretion is advised.
We're joined once again by Paul Gallagher, Regional Manager for Loyola Press to discuss the integration of one's spiritual life with personal health.
We're joined by former Calvert Hall basketball coach Mark Amatucci to discuss his storied career and his recent book, "No Limits"
We're joined by Paul Gallagher, Regional Manager for Loyola Press to discuss the integration of one's spiritual life with personal health.
Father Patrice Chocholski, successor of St. John Vianney as the Curé of Ars, speaks at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Baltimore Jan. 14. He was present as part of a pilgrimage tour of St. John Vianney's heart sponsored by the Knights of Columbus.
Jan. 13, 2019 | Featured Homily, Father T. Austin Murphy Jr. by Archdiocese of Baltimore
We're joined by Jennifer Briemann, Executive Director of the Maryland Catholic Conference and Garrett O'Day, Deputy Director of the Maryland Catholic Conference.
We're joined by Bishop Adam Parker, Vicar General, Moderator of the Curia, and Auxiliary Bishop of the Archdiocese of Baltimore, to discuss addressing the crisis currently facing the Church.
The pastor of Sacred Heart of Jesus in Highlandtown discusses a new parish ID program that helps immigrants connect to city services and allows them to report crimes to the police department. He also talks about the 150th anniversary of the arrival to Baltimore of the first publicly-venerated icon of Our Mother of Perpetual Help in North America.
Dec. 23, 2018 | Featured Homily, Father T. Austin Murphy Jr. by Archdiocese of Baltimore
Archbishop William E. Lori of Baltimore takes a look back at 2018 to discuss the highlights and the difficulties of challenging year for the Church. He also shares his thoughts on Advent and Christmas as a season of hope.
We're joined by David Glassman, a convert to Catholicism, to discuss Evangelization and his own conversion story.
Our guests this week are Michael Gabriele, author of "In the Flesh" and Father Steven Roth, vocations director for the Archdiocese of Baltimore.
We're joined by Deacon Greg Kandra to discuss Advent devotions and the plight of Catholics in the Middle East.
Father Paul Maillet, a Sulpician who teaches sacred Scripture at St. Mary’s Seminary in Roland Park, and priest of the Archdiocese of Baltimore, shares his vocation story. In the first segment we hear his journey from his love for music, to being an internationally performing concert pianist, to becoming a Catholic priest. In the second segment he continues his story and he discussed how music complements faith and love for beauty can lead us to God.
Nov. 25, 2018 | Featured Homily, Monsignor Richard Hilgartner by Archdiocese of Baltimore
Dr. Franceso Cesareo, chairman of the National Review Board discusses bishops' accountability on the clergy abuse crisis. Bishop Shelton Fabre discusses the U.S. bishops' coming Racism Pastoral Letter.
For 125 years, the Josephites have been serving African-American Catholics throughout the country in parishes, schools, and other outreach ministries.
We're joined by Father Michael Thompson, Superior General of the Baltimore-based Josephites, to talk about the history of the society and their upcoming anniversary.
Later in the show, we're joined by Bishop John Ricard, rector of St. Joseph Seminary in Washington D.C., to discuss the ways the Josephites have encouraged vocations from the African American community and beyond.
(Previously aired September 30, 2018)
We're joined by author Ken Canedo to discuss contemporary Catholic music and his two recent books, "Keep the Fire Burning" and "From Mountains High"
We're joined by Jim Sellinger, Chancellor of Education for Archdiocese of Baltimore Catholic Schools to discuss school safety. Later in the show, we're joined by Tom Alban, Director of Risk Management for the Archdiocese of Baltimore to discuss safety in parishes. (Previously aired: April 15, 2018)
Sr. Clare Hunter, FSE at GIVEN: Unveiling the Mystery of Marriage Oct 13, 2018
Produced by Office of Marriage and Family Life Archdiocese of Baltimore
www.archbalt.org/marriage
Oct. 29, 2018 | Featured Homily, Father T. Austin Murphy Jr. by Archdiocese of Baltimore
We're joined by Fr. Brian Nolan, pastor of St. Isaac Jogues in Carney, to discuss the extraordinary lives of the North American Martyrs - Jesuits who gave their lives ministering to the Native American peoples of North America. We also discuss the 'Back from the Dead' cemetery walk in Emmitsburg.
We're joined by Fr. Leo Perez, Secretary General of the Pontifical Missionary Union to discuss the upcoming Mission Sunday (October 21, 2018)
We're joined by Fr. Michael DeAscanis, pastor of St. Philip Neri and St. Clements parishes to discuss the reality of the supernatural and engaging in the spiritual battle.
For 125 years, the Josephites have been serving African-American Catholics throughout the country in parishes, schools, and other outreach ministries.
We're joined by Father Michael Thompson, Superior General of the Baltimore-based Josephites, to talk about the history of the society and their upcoming anniversary.
Later in the show, we're joined by Bishop John Ricard, rector of St. Joseph Seminary in Washington D.C., to discuss the ways the Josephites have encouraged vocations from the African American community and beyond.
We're joined by Spiritual Mentor Dawn Walsh to discuss the importance of growing in your spiritual life.
We're joined by Fr. Ed Hendricks to discuss the formation of Divine Mercy parish and the pastorates of Western Maryland.
We're joined by Dawn Walsh, chair of the Archdiocese of Baltimore's Rosary Congress to discuss the upcoming event. Later in the show, Fr. Jerry Francik, pastor of St. Mark in Fallston, joins us to discuss the upcoming Faith Fest.
We're joined by Dr. Bob Sawyer and his wife, Julie, to discuss the Catholic Charismatic Renewal. Later in the show, we're joined by Neal Lozano to discuss Deliverance Prayer and the Unbound program.
Aug. 26, 2018 | Featured Homily, Father T. Austin Murphy Jr. by Archdiocese of Baltimore
Bishop Robert Barron is one of the greatest thinkers in the church these days. He spends a lot of time talking with atheists and other non-believers about the existence of God and why belief in God is not only rational, but beautiful. Christopher Gunty talks with Bishop Barron about engaging atheists, and the impact of Word on Fire Catholic Ministries’ projects on “Catholicism” and “The Mass.”
We're joined by Cpl. Joe Palkovic to discuss his life as a police officer as well as his vocation as a husband, father, and Catholic.
Aug. 5, 2018 | Helping Baltimore City, Father James Boric and Mary Ellen Russell by Archdiocese of Baltimore
July 29, 2018 | Featured Homily: Monsignor Richard Cramblitt by Archdiocese of Baltimore
July 22, 2018 | Featured Homily; Monsignor Richard Hilgartner by Archdiocese of Baltimore
This year marks the 50th anniversary of Pope Paul VI’s landmark encyclical “Humanae Vitae” (“Of Human Life”). To mark the occasion, Archbishop William E. Lori of Baltimore wrote a pastoral reflection on human life and love, calling Catholics to ponder the important teaching of the church. This edition of “Catholic Baltimore” features Edward Herrera, director of the archdiocesan Office of Family Life, talking in the first segment about resources for couples. In the second segment, Archbishop Lori talks about his own parents and other faithful couples help him live out his vocation as a priest and bishop, and suggests ways for people to take another look at “Humanae Vitae.”
Father Albert Scharbach, pastor of Mount Calvary Catholic Church in Baltimore and a former pastoral associate to Bishop Denis J. Madden, joins us to discuss the parish's Bus Stop Breakfast ministry and outreach to those suffering drug addiction.
By Molly Daley of the Body Language Project www.bodylanguagelife.com
Produced by the Archdiocese of Baltimore www.archbalt.org
Helpful tips for priests, deacons, seminarians and parish leaders who desire to share more about Humanae Vitae and NFP with their parishioners.
Priests and deacons throughout the Archdiocese of Baltimore provide wonderful spiritual insights through their homilies.
This week’s featured homilist is Monsignor Richard Woy at the Cathedral of Mary Our Queen.
This week, we talk with Dr. Donna Hargens, the newly appointed superintendent of Catholic schools for the Archdiocese of Baltimore.
We're joined by Fr. Jack Lombardi, pastor of St. Peter, Hancock and St. Patrick, Little Orleans, Maryland, to discuss his new book, "33 Breaths: A Little Book on Meditation"
Cindy Wooden has covered the church from Catholic News Service’s Rome bureau for almost 29 years, traveling with the pope on more than 40 foreign trips. She shares her impressions of the church and the work of the Holy Spirit in the world, and insights into the mind of Pope Francis in a compelling interview with “Catholic Baltimore.”
June 24, 2018 | Featured Homily; Monsignor Richard Hilgartner by Archdiocese of Baltimore
Priests and deacons throughout the Archdiocese of Baltimore provide wonderful spiritual insights through their homilies.
This week’s featured homilist is Father Michael Rubeling.
We're joined by Fr. James Boric, Rector of the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, to discuss the purpose, power, and impact of Eucharistic Adoration. (Previously aired March 4, 2018)
We're joined by Bishop Denis J. Madden to discuss the monthly prayer walks he organizes in areas of the city touched by violence. Later in the show, members of the community discuss the importance and power of the prayer walks.
Priests and deacons throughout the Archdiocese of Baltimore provide wonderful spiritual insights through their homilies.
This week’s featured homilist is Deacon Justin Gough.
We're joined by author Mary Elizabeth Sperry to discuss her recent book, "Making Room for God: Decluttering and the Spiritual Life"
Later in the show, we're joined by author Dr. Joshua Hochschild, co-author of, "A Mind at Peace: Reclaiming an Ordered Soul in an Age of Distraction"
Priests and deacons throughout the Archdiocese of Baltimore provide wonderful spiritual insights through their homilies.
This week’s featured homilist is Father Michael Foppiano.
Priests and deacons throughout the Archdiocese of Baltimore provide wonderful spiritual insights through their homilies.
This week’s featured homilist is Father James Boric.
We're joined by Wim Wenders, director of the new documentary "Pope Francis: A Man of His Word" to discuss the film and how it came to be.
Priests and deacons throughout the Archdiocese of Baltimore provide wonderful spiritual insights through their homilies.
This week’s featured homilist is Monsignor Richard Woy
We're joined by Joseph Hamilton, Director of Mission Advancement at the Shrine of St. Anthony in Ellicott City to discuss their Little Portion Farm project. Later in the show, there will be an encore broadcast of Sean Caine's interview with Monsignor John FitzGerald, executive director and chaplain of the Apostleship of the Sea in recognition of the National Day of Prayer and Remembrance for Mariners and People of the Sea, observed on May 22.
May 13, 2018 | Featured Homily; Monsignor Richard Hilgartner by Archdiocese of Baltimore
Excerpts from a conversation between Brian Moynihan, chairman and CEO of Bank of America; and Baltimore Archbishop William E. Lori on the importance and impact of urban Catholic education. We also get details about the schools master plan and a proposed new school on the near west side of Baltimore from Jim Sellinger, chancellor of education for the archdiocese.
We're joined by Sr. Rose Pacatte, a member of the Daughters of St. Paul and the Director of the Pauline Center for Media Studies in Los Angeles.
Priests and deacons throughout the Archdiocese of Baltimore provide wonderful spiritual insights through their homilies.
This week’s featured homilist is Father T. Austin Murphy Jr.
Priests and deacons throughout the Archdiocese of Baltimore provide wonderful spiritual insights through their homilies.
This week’s featured homilist is Father Joseph Cosgrove.
This sermon was given by the Reverend Dr. Raphael Gamaliel Warnock on April 12, 2018 at the Ecumenical and Interfaith Prayer Service Commemorating the 50th Anniversary of the Assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Priests and deacons throughout the Archdiocese of Baltimore provide wonderful spiritual insights through their homilies.
This week’s featured homilist is Father Samuel Young at St. Joseph in Cockeysville.
We're joined by Dr. Eileen Lyon, a professor of History at the State University of New York at Fredonia to discuss the relatively unknown stories of over 2,500 Catholic priests, brothers, and seminarians held in captivity at Dachau during World War II.
Priests and deacons throughout the Archdiocese of Baltimore provide wonderful spiritual insights through their homilies.
This week’s featured homilist is Monsignor Richard Cramblitt at the Cathedral of Mary Our Queen.
We're joined by Jim Sellinger, Chancellor of Education for Archdiocese of Baltimore Catholic Schools to discuss school safety. Later in the show, we're joined by Tom Alban, Director of Risk Management for the Archdiocese of Baltimore to discuss safety in parishes.
This week we're joined by Lori Stewart, Director of the National Shrine Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes located in Emmitsburg, Maryland.
Priests and deacons throughout the Archdiocese of Baltimore provide wonderful spiritual insights through their homilies.
This week’s featured homilist is Father James Boric, rector of the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
Priests and deacons throughout the Archdiocese of Baltimore provide wonderful spiritual insights through their homilies.
This week’s featured homilist is Father Dale Picarella, pastor of St. Patrick in Havre de Grace.
We're joined by Patrick Walsh, creator and producer of the new TV sitcom, "Living Biblically," about a man who decides to live his life strictly according to the Bible.
We're joined by Fr. Brian Nolan, Chaplain and Director of Campus Ministry at Mt. St. Mary's University in Emmitsburg, to discuss the Sacrament of Reconciliation and the upcoming Archdiocese-wide day of Reconciliation on March 19.
Click the following link view the Archdiocese of Baltimore's Lenten Schedule and find Reconciliation services near you: www.archbalt.org/lenten-resources/2018-lenten-schedule
Priests and deacons throughout the Archdiocese of Baltimore provide wonderful spiritual insights through their homilies.
This week’s featured homilist is Father Michael Rubeling from St. John the Evangelist in Severna Park.
Philippine Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle, archbishop of Manila, shares with listeners a message of hope in Christ. He reflects on the fifth anniversary of Pope Francis’ election, and recounts a story from the pope’s visit to the Philippines that brought the pope to tears.
We're joined by Fr. James Boric, Rector of the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, to discuss the purpose, power, and impact of Eucharistic Adoration.
Priests and deacons throughout the Archdiocese of Baltimore provide wonderful spiritual insights through their homilies.
This week’s featured homilist is Monsignor Richard Woy at the Cathedral of Mary Our Queen.
Priests and deacons throughout the Archdiocese of Baltimore provide wonderful spiritual insights through their homilies.
This week’s featured homilist is Monsignor Richard Hilgartner, pastor of St. Joseph in Cockeysville.
We're joined by Fr. Brian Nolan, Chaplain and Director of Campus Ministry at Mt. St. Mary's University in Emmitsburg, to discuss the Sacrament of Reconciliation and the upcoming Archdiocese-wide day of Reconciliation on March 19.
Click the following link view the Archdiocese of Baltimore's Lenten Schedule and find Reconciliation services near you: https://www.archbalt.org/lenten-resources/2018-lent-schedule/
Archbishop Lori sat down for a conversation about his recent pastoral letter, "The Enduring Power of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s Principles of Nonviolence," with Beverly Burke, a former television news anchor in Baltimore, Los Angeles, and Washington, D.C. and now a media consultant. He talks about the reasons he wrote the pastoral letter and how Dr. King's teachings can be applied today in our communities.
We're joined by Bill Baird, Executive Director of Management Services & Chief Financial Officer for the Archdiocese of Baltimore, and John Matera, the Archdiocesan Controller, to discuss the Archdiocese of Baltimore's recently-released financial report for Fiscal Year 2017. To view the 2017 Annual Report: https://www.archbalt.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/2017-Annual-Report_RV2.pdf
We're joined by Chris Stefanick, an internationally acclaimed author and speaker, who has devoted his life to inspiring people to live a bold, contagious faith.
To learn more about Chris’s work, please visit: www.RealLifeCatholic.com
On this episode of Catholic Baltimore, we're joined by Joan Rosenhauer, Vice President of US Operations for Catholic Relief Services, and Valerie Twanmoh, director of the Esperanza Center to discuss the Holy Father's "Share the Journey" Initiative.
We're joined by Johanna Coughlin, Director of the Respect Life office of the Archdiocese of Baltimore and Carol Clews, Executive Director of the Center for Pregnancy Concerns.
We're joined by Fr. Jack Lombardi, pastor of St. Peter, Hancock and St. Patrick, Little Orleans, Maryland, to discuss his new book, "33 Breaths: A Little Book on Meditation"
We're joined by Mary Ellen Russell and Jennifer Briemann of the Maryland Catholic Conference to discuss Maryland's upcoming General Assembly and issues that will be addressed.
We're joined by Most Rev. William E. Lori, Archbishop of Baltimore, to discuss some of his favorite Christmas memories, notable events of 2017, and challenges and hopes for 2018. (Originally broadcast 12/24/2017)
We're joined by Most Rev. William E. Lori, Archbishop of Baltimore, to discuss some of his favorite Christmas memories and some notable events of 2017.
We're joined by Regina McCurdy, Director of Liturgical Music for St. John Parish in Westminster to discuss Christmas music and the St. John Choir's recent performance at Carnegie Hall.
We're joined by best-selling author, blogger, and speaker, Brandon Vogt to discuss his new book, "Why I Am Catholic (And You Should Be Too)"
We are joined by author Joyce Duriga to discuss her new book, "Helen Prejean: Death Row's Nun"
Joining us this week is Bishop George V. Murry of the diocese of Youngstown. Bishop Murry has previously served as auxiliary bishop of Chicago from 1995-1999 and as bishop of the diocese of Saint Thomas in the Virgin Islands from 1999-2007. He is currently the Chair of the USCCB's ad hoc committee against racism.
Fr. Paul Zaborowski, OFM-Cap of St. Ambrose in Park Heights joins us to discuss the beatification of Fr. Solanus Casey.
Our guest this week is director Timothy Reckart who joins us to discuss his new animated movie, "The Star," about the first Christmas as seen through the eyes of a donkey and his animal friends.
This week we take a look at the remarkable school in the Northern French town of St. Omer which had a profound impact on some remarkable Marylanders and by extension, the Archdiocese of Baltimore.
We are joined by Christopher West, founder and president of The Cor Project: an international outreach devoted to spreading the teaching of Pope Saint John Paul II's Theology of the Body.
On this episode of Catholic Baltimore, we're joined by Joan Rosenhauer, Vice President of US Operations for Catholic Relief Services, and Valerie Twanmoh, director of the Esperanza Center to discuss the Holy Father's "Share the Journey" Initiative.
We're joined by Jerri Burkhardt, director of the Archdiocese of Baltimore's office of Child and Youth Protection, to discuss the 15th anniversary of the Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People. The Charter was drafted by the USCCB in 2002.
We're joined by George Weigel, Distiguished Senior Fellow and Chair of Catholic Studies at the Ethics and Public Policy Center in Washington, DC to discuss his journey from Baltimore native to papal biographer for Pope Saint John Paul II.
We're joined by Maria Ruiz Scaperlanda, author of the book "The Shepherd Who Didn't Run: Father Stanley Rother, Martyr from Oklahoma." (Previously aired July 16, 2017)
In this first part of a three part interview presented by our partners at Salt & Light, Sister Damien Marie Savino discusses the Holy Father's environmental encyclical, "Laudato Si."
Fr. Patrick Ryan joins us to discuss the misconceptions about the Islamic faith in light of the recent terrorist attacks in Paris. Daniel Norman McNamara joins us later in the show to discuss preparations for the Advent season. (Originally aired November 29, 2015)
We're joined by Joan Denton, author of the article, "The Work of Your Fingers" which appeared in America magazine in July, 2016. The article illustrates many examples suggesting that the authors of the Bible were amazingly accurate in their description of Creation. Later in the show, USCCB president, Cardinal DiNardo speaks out against racism in the wake of violence in Charlottesville, VA.
In honor of Jessica Meredith Jacobsen’s memory, the Knights Of Columbus Council # 4011 (Father O’Neill Council) has organized the tenth annual Jessica Meredith Jacobsen 5K Memorial Run and Fun Walk on September 23, 2017. We're joined by Jessica Meredith Jacobsen's parents, John & Gathann, as well as Karl Tschanz, Grand Knight of Council # 4011, to discuss the upcoming race and the impact and legacy of Jessica Meredith Jacobsen.
In honor of Jessica Meredith Jacobsen’s memory, the Knights Of Columbus Council # 4011 (Father O’Neill Council) has organized the tenth annual Jessica Meredith Jacobsen 5K Memorial Run and Fun Walk on September 23, 2017. We're joined by Jessica Meredith Jacobsen's parents, John & Gathann, as well as Karl Tschanz, Grand Knight of Council # 4011, to discuss the upcoming race and the impact and legacy of Jessica Meredith Jacobsen.
We're joined by George Weigel, Distiguished Senior Fellow and Chair of Catholic Studies at the Ethics and Public Policy Center in Washington, DC to discuss his journey from Baltimore native to papal biographer for Pope Saint John Paul II.
Mike Ruck of Ruck Funeral Homes joins us to discuss the logistics of Catholic funeral planning. Later in the show, we're joined by Deacon Bill Fleming of the Archdiocese of Baltimore's Office of Disabilities Ministry. (Originally aired November 20, 2016)
We're joined by Maria Ruiz Scaperlanda, author of the book "The Shepherd Who Didn't Run: Father Stanley Rother, Martyr from Oklahoma."
We're joined by Sr. Rose Pacatte, a member of the Daughters of St. Paul and the Director of the Pauline Center for Media Studies in Los Angeles.
We're joined by Archbishop William E. Lori to discuss the first-of-its-kind Convocation of Catholic Leaders taking place July 1-4 in Orlando, Florida.
We're joined by Dr. John Romanowsky, Executive Director of the Department of Evangelization for the Archdiocese of Baltimore as well as Edward Herrera, Director of the Office of Marriage and Family Life for the Archdiocese of Baltimore to discuss the upcoming Convocation of Catholic Leaders taking place July 1-4 in Orlando, Florida.
Spiritual Director, Retreat Leader, and Teacher, Joe McHugh joins us to discuss the Gospel of Luke in Ordinary Time following Easter as well as his book, "Startled by God: Wisdom from Unexpected Places" Originally aired February 7, 2016.
We're joined by author Kate McKenna to discuss her recent book, "How to Get Run Over by a Truck" Later in the show, photographer Kristyn Brown shares her Modern Portrayal of Catholic Saints with "The Saints Project"
We're joined by author Donna-Marie Cooper O'Boyle to discuss her new book, "Feeding Your Family's Soul" which is about dinner table spirituality.
Msgr. Peter Vaghi, Pastor of Little Flower Parish in Bethesda, MD, joins us to discuss his new book, "Meeting God in the Upper Room: Three Moments to Change Your Life"
Later in the show, we're joined by author Paula D'Arcy to discuss her book, "Stars at Night: When Darkness Unfolds as Light"
Philadelphia-area photographer Kristyn Brown shares her Modern Portrayal of Catholic Saints with "The Saints Project" Later in the show, we're joined by Teresa Tomeo as she discusses her latest book, "Beyond Me, My Selfie, and I"
Today we discuss the 100th Anniversary of the apparition of the Blessed Virgin Mary at Fatima, Portugal.
We're joined by author Kate McKenna to discuss her recent book, "How to Get Run Over by a Truck"
Later in the show, we're joined by author Paula D'Arcy to discuss her book, "Stars at Night: When Darkness Unfolds as Light"
We're joined by Fr. Peter Vasco, President of the Franciscan Foundation for the Holy Land.
We're joined by Mary Anne O'Donnell, Chief Administrative Officer of Catholic Charities of Baltimore.
We're joined by Fr. Matthew Buening, Catholic Chaplain of Towson University, to discuss the popular culture's skewed view of sex and love.
Msgr. Peter Vaghi, Pastor of Little Flower Parish in Bethesda, MD, joins us to discuss his new book, "Meeting God in the Upper Room: Three Moments to Change Your Life"
Later in the show, we're joined by author Teresa Tomeo to discuss her new book, "Beyond Me, My Selfie, and I: Finding Real Happiness in a Self-Absorbed World"
Author Christopher Wesley, director of Youth Ministry at St. Joseph, Cockeysville, joins us to discuss his new book, "Rebuilding Confirmation"
Mark Hart is executive vice president for Life Teen International as well as an award-winning author and a popular speaker. His weekly podcast and DVD Bible study resources have helped Catholics of all ages to read and study Scripture. Today Mark joins us to discuss, among other things, his latest book, "Unleashing the Power of Scripture: A Guide for Catholics."
This week Dr. Tricia Pyne joins us. Dr. Pyne is the Director of the Associated Archives at St. Mary's Seminary.(Originally aired April 19, 2015)Later in the show, we're joined by Dr. Rod Mortel, Director of the Archdiocese of Baltimore's Missions Office.
We're joined by The Most Reverend Wilton Gregory, Archbishop of Atlanta to discuss the Mid-Atlantic Congress. The Congress was held February 16-18, 2017.
We're joined by Sister Clare Hunter, a Franciscan Sister of the Eucharist and Director of the Respect Life office of the Diocese of Arlington. On March 4, Sister Clare Hunter will be the main speaker at a workshop for dating, engaged, and married couples at St. Joseph, Cockeysville.
We are joined by Christopher West, founder and president of The Cor Project, an international outreach devoted to spreading the teaching of Pope Saint John Paul II's Theology of the Body.
Mike Ruck of Ruck Funeral Homes joins us to discuss the logistics of Catholic funeral planning. Later in the show, we're joined by Deacon Bill Fleming of the Archdiocese of Baltimore's Office of Disabilities Ministry. (Originally aired November 20, 2016)
Michael and Theresa Lagonegro explain the stages of marriage and the marriage-preserving apostolate "Retrouvaille." Later in the show, Fr. Patrick Kelly joins us from Seattle to discuss his book, "Youth Sport & Spirituality: Catholic Perspectives." (Originally aired January 24, 2016)
Sarah Richard joins us today to discuss Spark Ministry, a family ministry at St. Mark Fallston. Later Fr. Jack Lombardi discusses Feet for Francis, his unique pilgrimage to welcome Pope Francis to the United States. (Originally aired November 15, 2015)
Dr. Robert Wicks talks about his book, "Availability: The Challenge and the Gift of Being Present." (Originally aired 12/13/2015) Later in the show, we're joined by author Paul Moses to discuss his book, "An Unlikely Union: The Love-Hate Story of New York's Irish and Italians." (Originally aired 12/06/2015)
This week Dr. Tricia Pyne joins us. Dr. Pyne is the Director of the Associated Archives at St. Mary's Seminary.(Originally aired April 19, 2015)Later in the show we are joined by Father Gil Seitz, to speak about the Tribunal of the Archdiocese of Baltimore. (Originally aired March 22, 2015)
Mike Ruck of Ruck Funeral Homes joins us to discuss the logistics of Catholic funeral planning. Later in the show, we're joined by Deacon Bill Fleming of the Archdiocese of Baltimore's Office of Disabilities Ministry. (Originally aired November 20, 2016)
We're joined by Joan Denton, author of the article, "The Work of Your Fingers" which appeared in America magazine in July, 2016. The article illustrates many examples suggesting that the authors of the Bible were amazingly accurate in their description of Creation. (Originally Aired 11/06/2016)
Fr. Patrick Ryan joins us to discuss the misconceptions about the Islamic faith in light of the recent terrorist attacks in Paris. Daniel Norman McNamara joins us later in the show to discuss preparations for the Advent season. (Originally aired November 29, 2015)
Catholic Baltimore profiles the two new Bishops-Elect for the Archdiocese of Baltimore: Monsignor Adam J. Parker and Monsignor Mark E. Brennan. The bishops-elect were appointed by Pope Francis on December 5, 2016 and will be ordained on January 19, 2017.
Grammy-winning pianist, conductor, and composer, JJ Wright joins us to discuss his new Advent & Christmas album, "O Emmanuel". Later in the show, Heidi Saxton, editorial director of Servant books, discusses her latest book, "Advent with Saint Teresa of Calcutta".
Carol Clews, Director of the Center for Pregnancy Concerns, joins us to discuss the organization's work for women with unplanned pregnancies. Later in the show, we're joined by Debbie Lattus from the Catholic Daughters of the Americas, one of the oldest and largest organizations of Catholic women in the Americas. (originally aired 10/16/2016)
Mike Ruck of Ruck Funeral Homes joins us to discuss the logistics of Catholic funeral planning. Later in the show, we're joined by Deacon Bill Fleming of the Archdiocese of Baltimore's Office of Disabilities Ministry.
We're joined by Marianne Evans Mount, President of Catholic Distance University; reportedly the only fully-online Catholic university in the country.
We're joined by Joan Denton, author of the article, "The Work of Your Fingers" which appeared in America magazine in July, 2016. The article illustrates many examples suggesting that the authors of the Bible were amazingly accurate in their description of Creation.
We are joined by Jim Sellinger, Chancellor of Catholic Schools, and Dr. Barbara Edmondson, Superintendent of Catholic Schools to discuss the new vision and master plan for the future of Catholic education in the Archdiocese of Baltimore.
Fr. Chet Artysiewicz, president of the Glenmary Home Missioners, discusses the work of the group to bring a Catholic presence to rural areas and small towns in the US where the Catholic Church is not yet effectively present. Later in the show, we're joined by Dr. Tom Burnford, president of the National Catholic Educational Association talks about the mission and work of the NCEA.
Carol Clews, Director of the Center for Pregnancy Concerns, joins us to discuss the organization's work for women with unplanned pregnancies. Later in the show, we're joined by Debbie Lattus from the Catholic Daughters of the Americas, one of the oldest and largest organizations of Catholic women in the Americas.
John Romanowsky and Daphne Daly from the Archdiocese of Baltimore join us to discuss the ongoing parish planning process, "Be Missionary Disciples."
Madeline Meaney (Principal) and Trish Collins (Marketing/Media Specialist) from Immaculate Conception School in Towson join us to discuss the exciting events and great things happening at ICS.
Fr. Michael Roach, Professor of Church History at Mount Saint Mary's Seminary, takes a look at two of the men who have led the Premier See of Baltimore: Archbishop William Henry Keeler (1989-2007) and Archbishop Edwin Frederick O'Brien (2007-2011)
Fr. Michael Roach, Professor of Church History at Mount Saint Mary's Seminary, takes a look at two of the men who have led the Premier See of Baltimore: Archbishop Lawrence Shehan (1961-1974) and Archbishop William Donald Borders(1974-1989)