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Catholic Forum

Diocese of Wilmington

Catholic Forum began as a radio program in Wilmington, Delaware USA in 1939 making it the longest running Catholic discussion (non-liturgical) program in the United States. It is still on the air in the Diocese of Wilmington, but it is now available as a podcast. A new podcast debuts each Wednesday at 12:00 p.m. Eastern Time and includes an update of local, national and international Catholic news and a 20-22 minute interview on a topic of interest to the Catholic community of Delaware, Maryland"s

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29:43

Staying Focused at Mass with Lauren Enriquez

Catholic Forum ·

2025/10/22

Everyone has experienced distractions during Mass. Imagine how big of a challenge that would be if you have ADHD. On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a news update from The Dialog, we talk with Lauren Enriquez, a communications strategist/consultant and owner of Corbella Communications. Her recent article, “3 Tips for Participating in Mass With ADHD” has gotten a lot of attention. Lauren also comments on the state of the prolife movement and offers suggestions for residents of states that have

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One of Us: Clare Louden

Catholic Forum ·

2025/10/15

“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.

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29:41

Catholic Cemeteries: a Ministry of Love and Support,...

Catholic Forum ·

2025/10/15

On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a news update from The Dialog and The Dialog.org, we talk to Ms. Michele Linder, Executive Director of Catholic Cemeteries of the Diocese of Wilmington. Michele and her staff see their work as more than a job, but a ministry to grieving families of all denominations. We learn about the three diocesan cemeteries, why pre-planning is important and more. You can see a video of this interview on the Diocese of Wilmington YouTube channel. Catholic Forum is a

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29:43

Help for parents who have lost a child with Kelly Breaux

Catholic Forum ·

2025/10/08

On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a news update from The Dialog, we talk with the president and co-founder of Red Bird Ministries, Kelly Breaux. Kelly and her husband, Ryan, did not find the help they needed from their church when their two children passed away. With God's help, they decided to form Red Bird Ministries, an organization that systematically guides individuals and couples through the complexity and trauma that happens with the loss of a child through miscarriage and stillbirth

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St. Elizabeth Ann Seton's spirituality with Sr. Betty...

Catholic Forum ·

2025/10/01

On this episode of Catholic Forum after a news update from The Dialog, we talk with Sister Betty Ann McNeil, D.C., a Daughter of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul, author, editor, speaker and St. Elizabeth Ann Seton expert. Sister recently wrote the introduction to and edited the classic book on Seton's spirituality, "Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton: A Spiritual Portrait" by Father Joseph I. Dirvin, C.M. as the world recently marked the 50th anniversary of the canonization of the first American-born

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One of Us: Maria Dempsey

Catholic Forum ·

2025/09/29

“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.

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Padre Pio's secretary speaks about his life and...

Catholic Forum ·

2025/09/24

On this extended episode of Catholic Forum, after a news update from The Dialog, we talk to Father John Aurilia, OFM Cap, who as a young Franciscan in the 1960s, served as one of the secretaries of Saint Padre Pio of Pietrelcina. Father John tell us about the extraordinary mystical gifts of the saint, how is most outstanding gift was his humility and what Padre Pio was like in his day-to-day life. We also learn about Father Aurilia's book, "Dearest Soul: A Spiritual Journey with Padre Pio." You

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29:43

Fr. Brian Lewis on the upcoming Marian Pilgrimage to...

Catholic Forum ·

2025/09/17

On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a news update from The Dialog and a song from the More Than 50 Most Loved Hymns CD, we talk to Father Brian Lewis, Pastor of St. Jude the Apostle Church in Lewes, Delaware, Dean of the Ocean Deanery and Coordinator of the Diocese of Wilmington's Annual Marian Pilgrimage. This year, the pilgrimage will take place on Saturday, October 11, 2025 at the Basilica Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, D.C. The day will feature Mass with Bishop Koenig

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One of Us: Breena Sollenberger

Catholic Forum ·

2025/09/17

“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.

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29:43

The Ministry of Caring founder, Br. Ronald Giannone...

Catholic Forum ·

2025/09/10

On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a news update from The Dialog, we talk to the founder and executive director of the Ministry of Caring, Brother Ronald Giannone, OMF Cap. In 1976, Brother Ronald came to Delaware with the desire to serve the poor. Today, the Ministry of Caring has 19 different ministries and a $10 million annual budget. How did the Ministry of Caring get started? What motivates its founder and executive director, what does the future hold? We find out on this edition of

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29:43

The Dialog: Celebrating 60 years of local Catholic...

Catholic Forum ·

2025/09/03

On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a news update from The Dialog, we talk to Joe Owens, editor and general manager, and Mike Lang, long-time reporter for The Dialog and TheDialog.org, the official news source for the Catholic community of Delaware and Maryland's Eastern Shore. First published in 1965 as a result of the Second Vatical Counsel's call to modernize the Church, The Dialog is celebrating 60 years of journalistic excellence in service to the Catholic Diocese of Wilmington with a

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One of Us: Thomas Chacko

Catholic Forum ·

2025/09/03

“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.

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29:43

Back to school with Lou De Angelo and Tyler Kulp

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2025/08/27

On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a news update from The Dialog, we talk Catholic schools with Diocese of Wilmington superintendent, Lou De Angelo and new associate superintendent, Tyler Kulp. As the 30 Catholic schools in Delaware and Maryland's Eastern Shore prepare to go back in session, we find out what's new and learn how a 3-hour visit to a Catholic school in North Carolina changed the life of the newest addition to the diocesan school family. You can see a video of this interview on

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Aaron Lemma talks about Water is Life Kenya

Catholic Forum ·

2025/08/20

On this extended episode of Catholic Forum, after a news update from Joe Owens of The Dialog, we talk with Aaron Lemma, Director of US Operations for Water is Life Kenya. This locally-based organization is bringing fresh drinking water and hope to the Maasai people of the African plain. Aaron tells us how a horrible act of terror began a sequence of events that triggered countless acts of love for the women, children and men of the Kilimanjaro region of Kenya. You can see a video of this interview

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One of Us: Katelyn Homa

Catholic Forum ·

2025/08/20

“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.

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29:43

Digital parenting for Catholics with Paul Sanfrancesco

Catholic Forum ·

2025/08/13

It's hard to be a digital Catholic parent! On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a news update from The Dialog, we talk with tech expert and Catholic school tech consultant, Paul Sanfrancesco about keeping our children safe while online, the pitfalls of social media for kids and what the future holds for artificial intelligence in the classroom. You can see a video of this interview on the Diocese of Wilmington's YouTube channel - www.YouTube.com/DioceseofWilm. Catholic Forum is a production of

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29:43

Usury and crypto: an interview with Dr. Joseph Arminio

Catholic Forum ·

2025/08/06

On this episode of Catholic Forum , after a news update from The Dialog and a song from Beth Neilsen Chapman's Hymns CD, we discuss the hot topic of crypto currency and the sin of usury, with MIT grad and local Catholic author, Joseph Arminio, Ph.D. He is the founder of the Coalition for America's Resurgence, and holds a Doctorate in Political Science from MIT, served as a college professor, think-tank analyst, historian, journalist, global corporate manager, government consultant, speech writer,

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One of Us: Megan Romer

Catholic Forum ·

2025/08/06

“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.

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29:43

Meet Andy Maggio, a man on a mission to spread...

Catholic Forum ·

2025/07/30

On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a news update from The Dialog, we travel to Millville, Delaware and visit the headquarters of Rosaries and Scapulars Intuitive, Inc. to meet its founder and president, Andy Maggio, and one of his many volunteers, Chick Anderson. What started as a request to a VA Hospital turned into a apostolate that has distributed over 500,000 rosaries and scapulars to hospitals, schools, prisons and military bases. You can see a video of this interview on the Diocese of

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29:43

Ex-firefighter, Ben O'Brien talks faith in the firehouse

Catholic Forum ·

2025/07/23

On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a news update from The Dialog, we talk with Benjamin O'Brien, author of the new book, "The Proving Grounds: A Catholic on Ladder 17." Ben, a former firefighter, shares lessons learned while trying to be a good Catholic in a work environment that is not always tolerant of people with different religious views or moral standards - lessons that people from most jobs can identify with. Watch a video of this interview on the Diocese of Wilmington's YouTube

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