Catholic Forum

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

On this edition of Catholic Forum, Hannah sits down with Sr. Patricia Millen, OSF to discuss her work with the Chester County Coalition and Nuns Against Gun Violence. Nuns Against Gun Violence is a national network of women religious who work with state and local governments to end gun violence and support communities affected by gun violence. You can learn more about Nuns Against Gun Violence, in...

On this episode of Catholic Forum, Bob Krebs comes out of retirement (briefly) to interview the new host of Catholic Forum and Director of Communications for the Diocese of Wilmington, Hannah Dell. Hannah talks about her life and experience at the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) and what she's looking forward to in Wilmington. Listen to Catholic Forum in its entirety on Apple,...

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

On this episode of Catholic Forum, Joe Owens, editor and general manager of The Dialog , interviews Bob Krebs, retired director of communications for the Diocese of Wilmington and host/producer of Catholic Forum for 25 years. Bob looks back at his career in Catholic media serving the people of Delaware and Maryland's Eastern Shore. In addition to listening to Catholic Forum in its entirety on Appl...

What is discernment of spirits and how can it help youth and young adult Catholics to lead a holy life? On this Catholic Forum interview, we talk with educational psychologist, Dr. Mary Ruth Hackett , about her new book with Dan Burke, titled "Discernment of Spirits for Beginners: Learning to Hear God and Defeat the Lies of the Enemy." Written primarily for young people, this book can help anyone...

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

On this Catholic Forum episode, after a news update from The Dialog and TheDialog.org , and after music from Catholic Treasures Classics for Worship, we present the first in a series of "Faces of Impact" interviews featuring some of the people behind the Catholic Charities mission, and those whose lives are transformed by it. On this episode, Abbey Klous, Catholic Charities' Development Coordinato...

On this episode of Catholic Forum , after a news update from The Dialog , we talk with Pastor Mark Hansen from St. Clement's Episcopal Church in Massey, Maryland and Mr. Ed Gordon from Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Chestertown, Maryland about the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity and how the week was started by Maryland Eastern Shore native, Father Paul Wattson, SA. Father Paul was an American...

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

On this episode of Catholic Forum , Father Michael Newman, OSFS , Pastor of Holy Family Parish in Adrian, Michigan , discussed the history of the Oblates of St. Francis de Sales . Founded in 1875 by Blessed Louis Brisson, the Oblates first came to the United States in the early 1900s and started their first school - Salesianum School in Wilmington, Delaware. Thus began their decades of service to...

Merry Christmas! On this special Christmas Catholic Forum   we feature Bishop William Koenig's annual Christmas message to the people of Delaware and Maryland's Eastern Shore and present an interview we talk with Boglárka Sztancs, International Relations Coordinator for EWTN Global Services. Boglárka, a native of Hungary, has been living and working in Rome for many years and shares what it is lik...

On this episode of Catholic Forum , after a news update from The Dialog and a song from the CD "Songs of Angels: Christmas Hymns & Carols" from the Robert Shaw Chamber Singers , we meet talented singer, songwriter and performer, Bradley Banning who is bringing the Catholic faith to country music. Bradley tells of his love for country music, his conversion to Catholicism, and how he strives to live...

On this episode of Catholic Forum , after a news update from The Dialog, local author and retired school psychologist, Mike McGrew, will discuss his new book, "The Boy Who Would Be Santa." In this historical fiction picture book, the story of Saint Nicholas is told in his own words. Relatable to children of all ages, this book tells the true story of how kindness and overcoming obstacles can lead...

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

On this episode of Catholic Forum , after a news update from The Dialog , we talk to Sister Ann David Strohminger, OSF, Delegate for Religious for the Diocese of Wilmington. Sister tells us about all the ways that religious women and men are vital contributors to the life of the Church in Delaware and Maryland's Eastern Shore. Sister also highlights how the money raised during the Retirement Fund...

On this episode of Catholic Forum , after a news update from Joe Owens of The Dialog and a cut  from the CD "Songs of Angels" by the Robert Shaw Chamber Singers , we talk with Notre Dame professor and author, Catherine Cavadini. Catherine's new book - with artist, Anastassia Cassady - is titled, "Behold the Wonder: The Coming of Christ Through Mary's Eyes" and is a beautifully illustrated book of...

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

On this episode of Catholic Forum , after a news update from The Dialog , we are honored to introduce Father Joseph F. Chorpenning, an Oblate of St. Francis de Sales priest, author, scholar and teacher. His latest book is titled, " Saint Joseph and the Carmelite Reform of Saint Teresa of Avila: Father, Teacher of Prayer, Intercessor in Every Need " available from Catholic University of America Pre...

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

On this episode of Catholic Forum , after a news update from The Dialog , we meet Carol Ripken, Associate Superintendent of Schools for the Diocese of Wilmington . For 50 years, Carol has been a dedicated Catholic school teacher, administrator, and key member of the Catholic Schools Office team. Carol tells about her extraordinary journey in Catholic education, explains what makes Catholic schools...

On this episode of Catholic Forum , after a news update from The Dialog , we talk with Leo Sticinski. Leo tells us about the Blue Hen Rosary Cenacle that takes place each Friday at 5:00 PM in the chapel of Immaculate Conception Church in Elkton, Maryland . All are invited to join in-person or via Zoom and pray 15 decades of the Rosary for the young Catholics at the University of Delaware and throu...

On episode of Catholic Forum , after a news update from The Dialog , we learn about the growing phenomenon of faith travel with Marion Amberg , an award-winning journalist and author. She's written for over 100 publications, ranging from Catholic Digest to Family Motor Coaching to Texas Highways. Her new book it titled, "Incredible Catholic America: Smallest, Tallest, Oldest, Oddest." What is the...

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

Everyone has experienced distractions during Mass. Imagine how big of a challenge that would be if you have ADHD. On this episode of Catholic Forum , after a news update from The Dialog , we talk with Lauren Enriquez , a communications strategist/consultant and owner of Corbella Communications. Her recent article, " 3 Tips for Participating in Mass With ADHD" has gotten a lot of attention. Lauren...