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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 Eastern Shore and beyond.

Catholic Forum Diocese of Wilmington

    • Religion & Spirituality

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 Eastern Shore and beyond.

    An Interview with Deacon Dennis Stameza

    An Interview with Deacon Dennis Stameza

    On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a news update from The Dialog and a selection from the Catholic Treasures CD, we talk with Rev. Mr. Dennis Stameza. Deacon Dennis was ordained by Bishop Koenig to the Transitional Diaconate on May 11, 2024. Born in the shadow of Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania, Deacon Dennis talks about his early life in Africa, his calling to the Priesthood, the circuitous journey that led him to the Diocese of Wilmington, and what he is looking forward to doing as a Deacon and eventually as a Priest. You can see this interview with Deacon Dennis on the Diocese of Wilmington’s YouTube Channel – YouTube.com/DioceseofWilm. Catholic Forum is a production of the Diocese of Wilmington's Office of Communications.

    • 29 min
    Catholic teen discuses living with Tourette's Syndrome

    Catholic teen discuses living with Tourette's Syndrome

    On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a news brief from The Dialog, we chat with Anna Drushler and her dad, Al. Anna is a rising senior at Padua Academy in Wilmington, Delaware who has Tourette's Syndrome, a condition that causes people to make involuntary sounds and movements called tics. Anna tells what it's like to have this condition, how her Catholic school and upbringing has helped her.  Her dad, Al, shares how a family can help those with the condition. You can see a video of theis Catholic Forum interview at YouTube.com/DioceseofWilm.  Catholic Forum is a production of the Office of Communications of the Diocese of Wilmington. Please like, share, comment, etc.  www.cdow.org/CatholicForum.

    • 29 min
    One of Us: Jack Cotrotsios

    One of Us: Jack Cotrotsios

    “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.

    • 10 min
    Remembering Gene Donnelly with Robin Bryson and John McClement

    Remembering Gene Donnelly with Robin Bryson and John McClement

    On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a news update from The Dialog, Bob Krebs is joined by Mr. John McClement and Mr. Robin Bryson - both long-time friends of Gene Donnelly. Gene served as host of Catholic Forum and Director of Communications of the Diocese of Wilmington from 1970 until his retirement in 2000. Gene passed away on April 17, 2024 at the age of 87. Robin, John and Bob look back at Gene's impact on the people of the Diocese of Wilmingon. You can see a video of this interview on the Diocese of Wilmington's YouTube channel - www.YouTube.com/DioceseofWilm.  

    • 29 min
    The rich history of St. Anthony of Padua Parish in Wilmington, Delaware is explored.

    The rich history of St. Anthony of Padua Parish in Wilmington, Delaware is explored.

    On this episode of the Catholic Forum podcast, after a news update from The Dialog, we are all about St. Anthony of Padua Parish in the Little Italy section of Wilmington when Mr. Anthony Albence, Parish Trustee and fourth generation parishioner, is the guest. The historic church in Delaware's largest city is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year, as well as the 70th anniversary of its high school for girls, Padua Academy and the the 50th anniversary of it's famous Italian Festival that takes place each June. You can see a video of Bob Krebs's interview with Anthony Albence on the Diocese of Wilmington's YouTube channel - YouTube.com/DioceseofWilm. 

    • 29 min
    One of Us: Theresa Deakin

    One of Us: Theresa Deakin

    “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.

    • 12 min

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