Catholic Chicago

In early April, Cardinal Cupich appointed twenty-four priests in the Archdiocese of Chicago to become a team that would go, as needed, to hospitals throughout the Archdiocese, and anoint patients dying of COVID-19. Join Marie Jochum and Brigid Murphy as they welcome Reverend Wayne F. Watts, Catholic Charities Associate Administrator and Pastor of Saints Joseph and Francis Xavier Parish in Wilmette...

Geoff Rogers, producer of the film "Blind Eyes Opened," joins Bob to talk about how his film offers an authentic look at the scourge of human trafficking from the perspective of survivor-victims.  The film was just released on Amazon Prime.

Conversación con Cynthia Madrigal, consultora de los Cementerios Católicos de la Arquidiócesis de Chicago sobre las misas televisadas del Día de los Caídos.  Lectura y reflexión del Evangelio según San Mateo 28,16-20, del domingo, 24 de mayo de 2020. Viernes, 22 de mayo de 2020

Glenn Van Cura, executive director of Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Joliet, joins Bob to talk about how his agency has adapted to serving clients during the pandemic, as well as a significant increase in the need for his mobile food pantry program.

Megan speaks by phone with Fr. Pius Kokose, Pastor of St. Stanislaus Bishop and Martyr in Posen. Originally from Ghana, Fr. Pius spent 10 years as a missionary in Paraguay but is now a diocesan priest. In addition, he serves as a part-time hospital chaplain at the University of Illinois at Chicago Hospital. He shares about his experience ministering at the hospital with patients and medical staff....

Kathleen Stauber and Nancy Lou Kelly speak to host Bob Gilligan about the new Archdiocese of Chicago initiative of "A Call to Prayer" phone service.

Cathy Walz, Director of Pastoral Accompaniment, joins Beth to talk about two Archdiocese of Chicago offerings – “A Call to Prayer” and Grief Groups. For those who would like to pray with someone during this time, “A Call to Prayer” is available from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. every day. After hours voicemail and email prayer intentions are also available ( praywithme@calledtoprayer.org ). Grief Groups...

On the Way focuses on how our parishes and Archdiocese are reaching outward in love during the pandemic. Host Beth White is joined by Michael MacKenzie, Director of Internal Communications, to talk about the various ways the Archdiocese if communicating with the pastors, principals, parish teams, and Archdiocesan employees during this time of uncertainty. He also shares the many creative ways pari...

Coadjutor Bishop-elect Lou Tylka joins host Bob Gilligan to talk about his appointment a week ago to the Diocese of Peoria.  As a coadjutor bishop, he will serve as an assistant bishop to Bishop Jenky.  When Bishop Jenky retires in two years, Bishop Tylka will succeed him.

This week we recognize the remarkable career of Jim Disch, Director of the Office of Radio and Television for the Archdiocese of Chicago. As a top executive at CLTV and WGN, before joining the Archdiocese, Jim has led the broadcast coverage of many key moments in the history of Chicago, and in our local Church for over forty years. Jim has also led the broadcast team that has produced many Catholi...

On Catholic Schools Today, Dr. Jim Rigg and Fr. Greg Sakowicz get to know the valedictorian of St. Francis de Sales High School. Co-hosts of our Voice of Charity program, Marie Jochum and Brigid Murphy, visit with a couple of guests about mental health strategies and behavioral health initiatives offered by Catholic Charities of Chicago for the growing number of people who are searching for counse...

Conversación con Nelly Lorenzo, directora del Instituto de Liderazgo Pastoral, de la universidad de santa maría del lago de la arquidiócesis de chicago sobre unos cursos gratis ofrecidos en línea, “¡Contagiándonos la esperanza de la fe!” Lectura y reflexión del Evangelio según San Juan 14,15-21, del domingo, 17 de mayo de 2020. Viernes, 15 de mayo de 2020

Fr. Larry Sullivan, Director of Catholic Cemeteries of the Archdiocese of Chicago, discusses on-line field masses that will be held on Memorial Day with hosts Fr. Greg Sakowicz and Mark Teresi.  Fr. Larry also talks about protocols that are in place at Catholic Cemeteries during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Author, educator and on-line innovator Kathy DeNicolo talks talks to hosts Fr. Greg Sakowicz and Mark Teresi about what she is doing on-line to help children and parents during this challenging time of the pandemic

Some of the effects of COVID-19 are clear to see, others are more elusive. The pandemic has had a devastating impact on the economy, and caused worry and uncertainty for people concerning their jobs, their basic necessities, and the future. What are the best ways to deal with the psychological effects of COVID-19? Join Marie Jochum and Brigid Murphy as they welcome Hector Rivera and Jessica Mead t...

Hosts:  Dr. Jim Rigg and Fr. Greg Sakowicz.  Segment I:  St. Matthias School has received the prestigious distinction from the International Baccalaureate Organization as an IB World School for the Primary Years Programme (PYP).  Guests:  Katie Carden; Nicole Pacholski.  Segment II:  St. Francis de Sales High School's Rosa Mendoza is the recipient of the prestigi...

Conversación con Fernando Rayas, coordinador de acompañamiento pastoral, Renueva mi iglesia, archidiócesis de Chicago sobre la nueva iniciativa arquidiocesana, “Un llamado a la oración.”  Lectura y reflexión del Evangelio según San Juan 14,1-12, del domingo, 10 de mayo de 2020. Viernes, 8 de mayo de 2020

The May, 2020 broadcast brings spiritual directors Helene Albano and Deacon Jerry Nora to talk with co-hosts Deacons Richard Hudzik and Dave Brencic. The four-way conversation began with thoughts on life during the “shelter-in-place” phenomenon—what signs of hope and life do we see? The discussion then turned to the question of spiritual direction or spiritual companioning. What is it? Who is it f...

On the feast of St. Joseph the Worker, we celebrate the vocation of religious brothers. Sr. Lovina’s guests Brother John Eustice, CSV and Brother Peter Lamich, CSV talk about their mission and ministries as Clerics of Saint Viator, otherwise known as “Viatorians.” For more information about the Viatorians, visit https://www.viatorians.com/ . To find out more about religious brothers, go to: http:/...

On today’s program, OHDS Director Ryan Lents speaks to Deacon Tom Lambert, co-chair of the Archdiocesan Commission on Mental Illness, about how COVID-19 is impacting our collective mental health. Visit www.miministry.org for helpful resources. To access counseling virtually, visit Catholic Charities or NAMI Chicago to get connected to a mental health professional. Next, Ryan, speaks to Old St. Pat...

Conversación con el Diácono Pablo Pérez, director asociado de Kolbe House, ministerio para los encarcelados sobre como han tenido que modificar el ministerio durante esta pandemia. Lectura y reflexión del Evangelio según San Juan 10,1-10, del domingo, 3 de mayo de 2020. Viernes, 1 de mayo de 2020

Fr. Greg Sakowicz interviews Dan Olsen and Sheikh Hassan Aly about the Muslim holy month of Ramadan and overall Catholic-Muslim relations.  

Holy Name Cathedral Rector Fr. Greg Sakowicz and co-host Mark Teresi talk with Fr. John Kartje, Rector/President of Mundelein Seminary/University of Saint Mary of the Lake about the virtual May Crowning thats happening on May 3.   https://usml.edu/event/maycrowning/ Fr. William Grogan the Cardinal's Vicer for Health Care, James Sifuentes Senior Vice President, Mission and Community Developmen...

Hosts Fr. Greg Sakowicz and Mark Teresi talk to Dr. Edward Gordon, who is an internationally recognized historian, researcher and author.  In today's program Dr. Gordon continues the discussion about the history of the Catholic Church in regards to pandemics and epidemics.

Catholic Charities Office of Latino Affairs continues to expand with positive initiatives that improve the lives of Latino clients in a wide variety of ways. The focus is helping clients with immediate needs and establishing education and professional opportunities for young Latinos as they plan for their future. Join Marie Jochum and Brigid Murphy as they welcome Dr. Cary Rositas-Sheftel, Ph. D,...