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Pope Francis’ encyclical, Laudato Si invites people all over the world to recognize our call to become “caretakers of creation” and use what God has provided to us to help our most vulnerable neighbors. Join Phil Zepeda and Katie Bredemann as they welcome Lisa Roti, Gary Schiappacasse, and Kathy Felice to discuss how the Lake County Laudato Si Gardens are accomplishing these goals and inviting par...

Hosts:  Fr. Greg Sakowicz and Mark Teresi.  Today on Catholic Chicago we host a few members of the African American Heritage Prayer Service plannning committee.  Guests:  Deacon LeRoy Gill, Jennifer Farrand, Damani McClellan, Tiffany Brown

This broadcast of Focus on the Liturgy airs on Ash Wednesday – the start of the great season of Lent! Danielle Noe, Timothy Johnston and Todd Williamson spend the hour breaking open the theology of this season, its liturgies and its spirituality. In addition, they discuss the Revised Order of Penance, a new translation of the ritual texts for the Sacrament of Penance / Reconciliation. 

Catholic Charities assists domestic violence survivors with community-based programs and services, plus two transitional housing residences that allow women and children the space and time they need to recover and rebuild their lives. Join Phil Zepeda and Katie Bredemann as they welcome Aida Segura, Director of the House of Peace to continue a discussion about the innovative ways Catholic Charitie...

Host Joyce Duriga is joined by Franciscan Sister Alicia Torres and Kambra French from Carmel Catholic High School.  https://pvm.archchicago.org/events/national-eucharistic-revival https://www.eucharisticrevival.org/

Host:  Bob Gilligan.  Guest:  Brendan O'Sullivan.

Host:  Bob Gilligan.  Guest:  Ryan Quigley. 

Host:  Bob Gilligan.  Guest:  Christopher Ljungquist.

Deacons James Norman and Dave Brencic talk with Deacon Richard Hudzik about his podcast ministry.

Host Beth White talks to her guests Tim Weiske and Katie Bak about Spiritual Renewal: Building the New Reality

School across the Archdiocese of Chicago to will participate in the 45th Annual African American Heritage prayer service on Feb. 24 at Holy Name Cathedral. The prayer service will honor African American heritage, culture, community and contributions to the Catholic Church. Six people – two of them students - will receive awards.

Megan sits down with Sr. Joan Mumaw, Founder of Friends in Solidarity, an initiative of US Catholic religious men and women who support religious working in South Sudan and beyond. They discuss the significance and impact of Pope Francis' recent visit to South Sudan from 3-5 of February. 

Host Joyce Duriga is joined by Melissa Moroko and her dog Patrick 

Last year, Catholic Charities received 77,000 calls to our Homelessness Prevention Call Center, illustrating the significance of this critical Impact Area. Our Bridge Subsidy Programs are one way we work to ensure safe, decent housing and promote successful community re-entry for those who are transitioning from institutionalized care. Join Phil Zepeda and Katie Bredemann as they welcome Leticia S...

Catholic Charities Domestic Violence programs provide women and children with the tools they need to recover from family violence and plan for a safer, happier future. The House of Peace is one of our two transitional housing residences where victims receive support and practical assistance that emphasize their dignity, healing and empowerment. Join Phil Zepeda and Katie Bredemann as they welcome...

Hosts:  Fr. Greg Sakowicz and Mark Teresi.  The Bear Necessities Pediatric Cancer Foundation is dedicated to supporting pediatric cancer research to ultimately discover a cure, while helping patients and their families today, bringing hope and joy to those in need. Joining us for the second half of today’s program is the CEO/Founder of Bear Necessities Pediatric Cancer Foundation, Kathle...

Hosts:  Fr. Greg Sakowicz and Mark Teresi.  Mayslake Ministries are proud partners in faith with the Archdiocese of Chicago, the Diocese of Joliet and the Diocese of Rockford.  Joining us today to talk about some new Lenten programs at Mayslake Ministries is Dr. Mary Amore.

Deacons James Norman and Dave Brencic talk with Fr. Kevin Feeney about the Joseph and Mary Retreat House in Mundelein.

Brother Arnaldo M. Sanchez, OSM is a member of the Friar Servants of Mary. He talks about his vocation journey as a Religious Brother and his “Camino Frances”  pilgrimage following one of the interconnected pilgrimage routes in Spain whose ultimate destination is the tomb of the Apostle James the Greater in Santiago de Compostela, in Galicia. Bro. Arnaldo currently serves as the Corporate Sec...

On this episode of Fully Alive, host Dawn Fitzpatrick spends time talking with Dr. Pat Castle, founder and president of Life Runners.

In this episode of Fully Alive, host Dawn Fitzpatrick talks to Robert Vega with the USCCB about legislative updates on the National level.

Catholic Charities is privileged to provide hot meals to 130 guests each Tuesday evening in our Vincent Hall at 721 N. LaSalle Street in Chicago. Our dedicated staff members work with generous volunteers to ensure that these hot meals continue every Tuesday throughout the year. Join Phil Zepeda and Katie Bredemann as they welcome ABIGAIL BEHREND, a devoted volunteer and ENRIQUE ALONSO, Catholic Ch...

Host Fr. Michael Trail talks to his guest, Fr. Fr. John McKenzie from the Archdiocese of Detroit about the vocation of Priesthood in the Black community.

Host:  Bob Gilligan.  Segment I:  Restorative Justice.  Host Bob Gilligan talks to Marylou Gervacio with the Catholic Conference of Illinois about the topic of restorative justice.  Segment II:  Marylou stays on the program to talk to Bob about the upcoming push in Illinois to legalize physician assisted suicide.  Segment III:  Bob welcomes Karen Potter and...