Catholic Chicago

Fr. Greg Sakowicz and Mark Teresi hear about a groundbreaking Catholic video game on Catholic Chicago. Fr. Lou Cameli, Cardinal Cupich’s delegate for Christian Formation and Mission, talks about coping spiritually with the pandemic, social unrest, and violence in our neighborhoods. And Dawn Fitzpatrick and Ray Pingoy talk with an old friend about an event that celebrates the legacy of Francis Card...

The August 6, 2020 program brings Deacons Richard Hudzik and Dave Brencic speaking again with Jonn Blazey and Deacon Peter Letourneau about the work of Emmaus Ministries. This is a second show exploring Emmaus, where we look at both the ecumenical faith dimension of the work and how vitally the ministry enacts all of spiritual and corporal works of mercy. This ministry, started over thirty years a...

Listen to the vocation journey stories of Sr. Mary Jo Curtsinger, CSJ ( www.csjoseph.org ) and Sr. Maria Victoria Cutaia, OSB ( www.benedictinesisters.org ).  Learn about the particular gifts their respective congregations offer to the people of God and how your particular gifts as someone seeking to respond to God’s call might match theirs or other congregations. Visit www.vocationmatch.com...

On Today’s Fully Alive, Dawn Fitzpatrick welcomes Ray Pingoy as co-host and the two of them share a history of the Life of Karol Wojtyla, who became Pope John Paul II. This is the introduction to an unpacking of Theology of the Body, which will air in future broadcasts.  In the second half of the show, they transition from St John Paul II to a discussion of the Chastity Education Initiative o...

Non-Violence Works discuss promoting peace in our neighborhoods on Catholic Chicago. The Voice of Charity looks to raise awareness of domestic violence with Fr. Charles Dahm and Deborah Hammond on the Voice of Charity. Award-winning author and speaker Amy “AJ” Cattapan talks with Fr. Greg Sakowicz and Mark Teresi about staying busy during the Covid-19 pandemic. And Fr. Greg and Mark wrap up the we...

Catholic Charities is proud to collaborate with The Chicago Help Initiative, formerly known as HELP (Help Ease Local Poverty) to provide assistance to anyone in need. Join Marie Jochum and Brigid Murphy as they welcome Jacqueline Hayes, CHI Founder, and Doug Fraser, CHI Executive Director to discuss how our agencies have been working together for the past twenty years to fulfill urgent needs of de...

Fr. Lou Cameli, the Cardinal Cupich's Delegate for Christian Formation and Mission, joins Fr. Greg and Mark to discuss coping spiritually with the pandemic, social unrest, and violence in our neighborhoods.

Joellyn Cicciarelli, the President and Publisher of Loyola Press, talks to Fr. Greg and Mark about Wanderlight, a groundbreaking Catholic video game

Greg Pierce, publisher of ACTA Publications in Chicago, joins Fr. Greg and Mark to talk about his blog and specifically disinvestment in minority communities.

Award-winning author and speaker Amy "A.J." Cattapan talks to Fr. Greg and Mark about what's keeping her busy during the COVID-19 pandemic…from helping to organize a retreat to working on another book

Fr. Dom Grassi joins Fr. Greg and Mark to discuss his blog on COVID-19, his latest mystery, and life in general.

Representatives of Non-Violence Works discuss the principles and practices of non-violence as a skill to help reduce violence in Chicago.  Guests:  Philip Bradley; Elfriede Wedam; Larry Campbell.

Lectura y reflexión del Evangelio según San Mateo 14, 13-21, del domingo, 2 de agosto de 2020. Viernes, 31 de julio de 2020

Domestic Violence is a difficult, but very important topic to discuss. Catholic Charites works with closely with the Archdiocese of Chicago to ensure that resources are available at all times for victims in need of safety, counseling, and assistance once they flee a dangerous situation. Join Marie Jochum and Guest Host Brigid Murphy as they welcome Fr. Charles Dahm and Deborah Hammond who will sha...

The Catholic Conference of Illinois director Bob Gilligan leads a discussion about the recent U.S. Supreme Court ruling against the Trump administration’s decision to end the DACA program. The Voice of Charity talks about Catholic Charities Health Fairs and the free health services they offer to vulnerable populations Health protocols and spiritual connections are explored on Focus on the Liturgy...

Joyce Duriga, Editor of Chicago Catholic, talks to hosts Fr. Greg Sakowicz and Mark Teresi about the stories she's been covering during COVID-19.  Joyce also talks about her recently published book, Augustus Tolton:  The Church is the True Liberator.

Brother Michael Segvich joins hosts Fr. Greg Sakowicz and Mark Teresi as he wraps up his time with the Archdiocese of Chicago's Office for Religious.  Brother Mike is about to begin a 6-year term on his province's leadership team in Elizabeth, New Jersey. 

During these times we are worshiping and celebrating liturgy in ways we never had before. We have smaller assemblies, we keep distance, we disinfect, and we don’t sing. In this broadcast of Focus on the Liturgy, co-hosts Timothy Johnston (LTP) and Todd Williamson (ODW) take a look at these health protocols and discuss some of the spiritual connections that we might be able to make. How can we stil...

Catholic Charities Summer Health Fairs offer free health services to vulnerable populations. The National Association of Hispanic Nurses is one of Catholic Charities partners helping to facilitate these fairs that offer glucose tests, Back To School check-ups, and other screenings to grateful individuals and families. Join Marie Jochum and Guest Host Brigid Murphy as they welcomes Enrique Alonso a...

Host Clarissa Aljentera speaks with Emily Cortina with Kolbe House Jail Ministries in Chicago. The topic revolves around accompaniment of families and individuals who are affected by incarceration. 

Segment I:  Host Bob Gilligan talks to Ashley Feasley, director of policy for the USCCB's Migration and Refugee Services, about the recent U.S. Supreme Court 5-4 ruling that the Trump administration's decision to end the DACA program safeguarding young undocumented immigrants from deportation was "arbitrary and capricious."  Segment II:  Bob welcomes Jim Geoly, partner with the Chic...

Catholic Schools Today gives an update on the re-opening of Catholic Schools in the Fall. The Voice of Charity pays tribute to outgoing president and CEO, Kathy Donahue. And Catholic Chicago highlights some good works being done at St. Mary of the Lake parish in Chicago’s Buena Park neighborhood.

Lectura y reflexión del Evangelio según San Mateo 13, 24-43, del domingo, 19 de julio de 2020. Viernes, 17 de julio de 2020

St. Mary of the Lake Parish has opened a pop-up food pantry in collaboration with the Greater Chicago Food Depository.  This food pantry serves the needs of at-risk residents of the Buena Park neighborhood, especially immigrants.  St. Mary of the Lake will also be hosting a two-day event, in collaboration with the St. Vincent DePaul Society, about the merging of justice with faith. &nbsp...

Megan talks with Brother Charles Nuwagaba a member of the Brothers of St. Charles Lwanga, also known as the Bannakaroli Brothers. Bro. Charles is studying at Loyola University to pursue a masters in pastoral counseling. The Brothers of St. Charles minister in Uganda, Kenya and Tanzania. They offer ministries of  education, healthcare, agricultural services, and economic development with child...