Catholic Forum

On this episode of Catholic Forum, another episode of the Faces of Impact series in partnership with Catholic Charities. Abigail Klous is joined by Diocesan Archivist Susan Kirk Ryan to discuss the life of Msgr. Thomas J. Reese who built many of the programs we know today as Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Wilmington. To learn more about Catholic Charities and their work to to empower people,...

On this episode of Catholic Forum, Fr. Patrick Mary Briscoe, OP joins the show to discuss his new book "Witness: A Guided Lent Journal for Prayer and Meditation" from Ave Maria Press. Fr. Briscoe also discusses his work as the General Promoter of Social Communication for the Order of Preachers and experiences he had while visiting his brother Dominicans in Israel which gave him inspiration for thi...

"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.

"It's about working together, together we are the Church." On this edition of Catholic Forum, Sheila McGirl, Director of Development joins the show to discuss the 2026 Faith and Charity Catholic Appeal. 2026 marks the 50th anniversary of the appeal being taken up in our diocese to support our community of faith in Delaware and Maryland's Eastern Shore! Sheila explains why giving to the appeal isn'...

"When we pray the psalms we are praying the prayers Jesus would have prayed." On this episode of Catholic Forum, Hannah is joined by Emily Mae Mentock, author of "Praying with the Psalms:3 Minute Devotions for Lent and Holy Week 2026" available from Ave Maria Press. Emily's perspective on the psalms as a way to build relationship with God and grow in understanding of our faith will hopefully give...

"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.