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Humble Design is a philanthropic organization dedicated to furnishing homes for families and veterans transitioning from homelessness. Humble Design has assisted over 1400 families since 2009, including residents of Catholic Charities New Hope Apartments. Join Marie Jochum and Brigid Murphy as they welcome Julie Dickinson, Director of Humble Design and Camille Richardson, New Hope Apartments Case...

Lectura y reflexión del Evangelio según San Juan 9, 1-41 del domingo, 22 de marzo de 2020. Viernes, 20 de marzo de 2020

Hosts:  Fr. Greg Sakowicz and Mark Teresi.  Segment I:  Mary Jane Doerr, director of the Office for the Protection of Children and Youth, talks about how her office is impacted by COVID-19.  Segment II:  Todd Williamson, Director of the Office for Divine Worship, talks about how worhip is being affected by the virus outbreak.  Segment III:  Jim Disch, Director of...

Todd Williamson, Director of the Office for Divine Worship, joins Host Beth White to discuss the cancellation of liturgical celebrations, and how we can stay together in prayer even as we are asked to “social distance.” Todd reminds listeners that we are indeed the Body of Christ and shares ways we can connect through the Sunday Mass from Holy Name Cathedral and daily Mass offered at St. James Cha...

During this time of uncertainty with COVID-19, On the Way focuses on how we care for our neighbors and reach out for help, if we need it. Host Beth White is joined by Ryan Lents, Director of the Office of Human Dignity and Solidarity, to discuss ways in which you or someone else can get support for food, clothing, and mental health needs during this time- call Catholic Charities at (312) 655-7700....

Since the Coronavirus outbreak began, Catholic Charities has been working to adjust programmatic and operational protocols, following public health directives and recommendations, to continue to show support to our clients, staff and volunteers, while keeping  benefactors and friends informed. Brigid Murphy, Director of Communications joins Marie Jochum on this special edition of The Voice of...

Host Bob Gilligan, Executive Director of the Catholic Conference of Illinois, talks about several contested state and federal races in the upcoming primary election on Tuesday, March 17, 2020.

Host Bob Gilligan, Executive Director of the Catholic Conference of Illinois, speaks with Associate Judge Tom Donnelly of the Circuit Court of Cook County, about House Bill 4295 that would establish privilege for restorative justice practices.

Host Bob Gilligan, Executive Director of the Catholic Conference of Illinois, spends time talking with Bishop Richard Pates, apostolic administrator of the Diocese of Joliet, about his stepping in for Bishop R. Daniel Conlon while he is on medical leave.

Host Bob Gilligan, Executive Director of the Catholic Conference of Illinois, spends a few minutes going over the latest developments regarding the corona virus.

Dr. Jim Rigg and Fr. Greg Sakowicz talk to two student athletes who will soon compete in the national finals of a 3on3 basketball tournament.  The Voice of Catholic Charity highlight a service that provides free legal advice for low-income individuals and families.  And Mark Teresi discusses the Chicago Polish Ministry with Fr. Marek Smolka.

Host Mark Teresi talks to the Director of Divine Worship, Todd Williamson.  Todd briefly talks about the current directives from the local Catholic Church in response to the spread of Covid-19.  Then Todd and Mark switch gears and spend time talking about the season of Lent.

Host Mark Teresi sits down with Holy Name Cathedral associate priest, Fr. Marek Smolka.  Fr. Marek talks about what it is like to be a priest at the Cathedral, and his role as the head of the Chicago Polish Ministry.

Examining opportunities for faith formation in the lens of Respect Life - Guests Dawn Fitzpatrick and Ray Pingoy discuss opportunities for all ages to deepen their faith and awareness around respect life issues. Various opportunities for faith-sharing, local events and even summertime camps can help people of all ages understand their role more deeply when it comes to understanding more around res...

Catholic Charities Legal Assistance Department (CCLA) assists thousands of low-income and no-income individuals each year. Experienced staff members and volunteer attorneys offer free advice and help clients become aware of their rights and responsibilities as they navigate the legal system. CCLA also helps clients prepare basic legal documents for themselves. On this show, Fr. Wayne Watts, Hilda...

The 42nd Annual African American Heritage Prayer Service was held in late February.  Awards were distributed to a clergy member, a lay person, two educators and two students.  The high school student who was honored was Senite Barih from Loyola Academy.  She is president of the African American Youth Group, a member of student council, a member of the LA Way, Kairos retreat leader a...

Basketball coaches from St. Luke School (River Forest), St. Giles School (Oak Park) and St. Mary's School (Riverside) noticed the talent of their athletes.  They brought together five of their players who normally compete against each other to form a new team that they named Team Fierce.  Friendships were created on the basketball court as they practiced and they competed in the JR NBA 3...

Ryan Lents and Dawn Fitzpatrick from the Office of Human Dignity and Solidarity speak with Christopher West about Made for More , a Theology of the Body presentation that is coming to St. Alphonsus on March 24 and St. Damian on March 25. Made for More will feature reflections, live music, and engaging prayer experiences. Tickets for both events are available for $25, and can be purchased here .

Ryan Lents, director of the Office for Human Dignity and Solidarity, speaks with Olga Canelas, Beth Knobbe, and Deacon Michael Fekete about CRS Rice Bow l , the Lenten formation program that provides opportunities to practice prayer, fasting, and almsgiving while growing in solidarity with our brothers and sisters overseas. 25% of Rice Bowl alms go to fund grants that stay in the Archdiocese of Ch...

Fr. Greg Sakowicz and Mark Teresi interview Fr. Hans Zollner and Juan Carlos Cruz about safeguarding children.  Marie Jochum and Michael Bare talk with their guests about Ladder Up, an organization that offers free tax preparation services to thousands of people in need.  Ryan Lents and Dawn FitzPatrick from the Archdiocese of Chicago’s Office of Human Dignity and Solidarity talk with Ch...

Lectura y reflexión del Evangelio según San Mateo 17, 1-9 del domingo, 8 de marzo de 2020. Viernes, 6 de marzo de 2020

The March, 2020 broadcast brings Deacon Gerry Keenan, Director of Operations with Renew My Church, to discuss this transformation project. The conversation with host Deacon Richard Hudzik wends its way from where we find ourselves in the Church today in Chicago and in the wider culture to the Church’s challenges as well as opportunities. These challenges and opportunities include calling all Catho...

Today’s guest is Sister Kara Davis, Daughters of Charity, who first met her community at a “Nun Run” (Indy’s Got Sisters) in Indianapolis and again at a Chicago’s Got Sisters event. Now one of the coordinators, Sister Kara talks about what this 24-hour “no strings attached” event involves, including meeting several congregations and opportunities for prayer and gathering information. The next Chic...

Filing taxes is an important legal and civic responsibility for all Americans. Yet, for many people it can be a true hardship. One of Catholic Charities longtime partners is Ladder Up, an organization that does a tremendous job offering free tax preparation services to thousands of people in need. Join Marie Jochum and Michael Bare as they welcome Christine Cheng, Executive Director of Ladder Up a...

Hosts:  Fr. Greg Sakowicz and Mark Teresi.  Segment I:  Amanda Thompson, Director of Catholic Campus Ministry at DePaul University, talks about Catholics on campus.  Segment II:  Fr. Hans Zollner and Mr. Juan Carlos Cruz talk about safeguarding children in the church.  Fr. Zollner is one of the world's leading experts in the area of safeguarding minors.  He is th...