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Ever felt disconnected during Mass or struggled with understanding religious practices? The Renewal Project, an innovative initiative from the Catholic Diocese of La Crosse, offers a fresh approach to deepening your faith. Director Chris Rogers shares how this project moves beyond traditional checklists to provide flexible, personalized paths for spiritual growth. Drawing inspiration from Bishop […]

Are you ever going to text me?Jason, Jim, and Joseph confess about their favorite movies with religious themes.This podcast episode has been rated "O" for being morally offensive by the Catholic Diocese.Old men complaining about lawns.Jason does a VERY disturbing impression of Sylvester Stallone as Axel Foley.Joseph admits to seeing every movie banned by the Catholic church.The miracle of the parting of seas was outdone by the spectacle of Jaws.Coach Martin couldn't cover up the boobs in English class. More James Mason impressions, please.Pope Voldemort I?"Hey Jesus. Who loves you, baby?"Why has the world not heard Bruce Springsteen's amazing version of Raspberry Beret?Why do bad remakes involve the star playing dual roles?

A weekly program produced by the Catholic Diocese of Harrisburg, Pa.   Candid Catholic Convos 5.18.25   SHOW DESCRIPTION:   Today we have the very special privilege of introducing you to Deacon Cole Mase, one of our three transitional deacons preparing to enter the priesthood in the next few weeks, and we're chatting about how he knew he was ready to take the first step into seminary.   

Bishop's Book Club - May 2025 - The Heart of the Matter, Graham Greene by Catholic Diocese of Rapid City, SD

Candid Catholic Convos 5.11.25 A weekly program produced by the Catholic Diocese of Harrisburg, Pa.   SHOW DESCRIPTION:   Happy Mother's Day! Today we're bringing you a very special crossover episode with Mel Rossi and Jess Wolf of the podcast Simple Yes to help us dive deeper into our relationship with Mary as a human and as a mother.

Vice Chancellor of the Buffalo Catholic Diocese Fr. Peter Santandreu discusses the election of U.S.-born Pope Leo XIV on Thursday full 332 Fri, 09 May 2025 11:20:00 +0000 qZ5hbdUfTkANSfEDeMGnNB8uY417CBSV buffalo,news,wben,buffalo catholic diocese,pope leo xiv A New Morning buffalo,news,wben,buffalo catholic diocese,pope leo xiv Vice Chancellor of the Buffalo Catholic Diocese Fr. Peter Santandreu discusses the election of U.S.-born Pope Leo XIV on Thursday Collection of LIVE interviews from Buffalo's Early News on WBEN 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News

A weekly program produced by the Catholic Diocese of Harrisburg, Pa.   Candid Catholic Convos 5.4.25   SHOW DESCRIPTION:   May is Mental Health Awareness month and today, we're honored to welcome to the program Deacon Ed Shoener, who is a founding member of the Association of Catholic Mental Health Ministries and the Catholic Institute of Mental Health Ministry at the University of San Diego. He serves on the council on Mental Illness of the National Catholic Partnership on Disability and has authored several books on suicide. Along with his family and friends, Deacon Ed founded "The Katie Foundation" after his daughter, Kathleen, died by suicide in 2016. Her obituary went viral because it spoke to the needs and concerns of people who live with mental illness. **If you or someone you know is considering self-harm, please dial 988 for the suicide crisis lifeline.   

A weekly program produced by the Catholic Diocese of Harrisburg, Pa.

The Catholic Diocese of Auckland Vicar for Māori says Pope Francis will be remembered as a strong voice for Indigenous rights. Auckland Diocese Vicar for Māori and Te Ropu Māori chair Manuel Beazley spoke to Corin Dann.

In today's episode, New Zealand First has proposed new legislation to define the term "woman" in law as "an adult human biological female", the Catholic Diocese of Auckland Vicar for Māori says Pope Francis will be remembered as a strong voice for Indigenous rights, and a new bilingual waiata has been released to mark the first ANZAC day without the any living members of the 28th Māori Battalion after Sir Robert Bom Gillies died last year.

Real Presence Live - Fishing for Seminarians - Jim Kinyon and Fr. Marck McCormick 4.9.25 by Catholic Diocese of Rapid City, SD

Attorney Mitchell Garabedian on the settlement between clergy abuse victims and the Buffalo Catholic Diocese full 172 Tue, 22 Apr 2025 17:22:51 +0000 eGFi1YuZb71lAOnNaH3UxP3KauBZ00pI news & politics,news WBEN Extras news & politics,news Attorney Mitchell Garabedian on the settlement between clergy abuse victims and the Buffalo Catholic Diocese Archive of various reports and news events 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News & Politics News False

WBEN's Tom Puckett on a settlement between Buffalo Catholic Diocese and abuse victims full 62 Tue, 22 Apr 2025 07:59:00 +0000 73jaafOVdxOQUDqrnEsWyLIZGMuEiiOy news & politics,news WBEN Extras news & politics,news WBEN's Tom Puckett on a settlement between Buffalo Catholic Diocese and abuse victims Archive of various reports and news events 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News & Politics News False https:/

Children are precious gifts—in whom the Lord lives and dwells. They smile, they dream, they teach us how to love with open hearts and childlike trust. But not every child knows safety. Abuse leaves scars that can last a lifetime—wounds that silence joy and steal hope. April is Child Abuse Prevention Month—an opportunity to renew our sacred commitment to protecting the most vulnerable among us from every form of abuse. The Catholic Diocese of Arlington stands united with leaders across our communities to say: every child deserves safety, love, and support. Their lives are sacred and protecting them is our common mission. Let us come together—in prayer and in action—for the safety of all God's children. Because when we love and protect children, we serve their Creator.

In the wake of Pope Francis' passing, we hear from Barry Knestout, Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Richmond.

Catholic Diocese abuse survivor Kevin Brun on a reported settlement in the diocese's bankruptcy case full 364 Mon, 21 Apr 2025 18:57:28 +0000 Gc4yOiTEaCxS50BlcbEzzK6P92SKawTl news & politics,news WBEN Extras news & politics,news Catholic Diocese abuse survivor Kevin Brun on a reported settlement in the diocese's bankruptcy case Archive of various reports and news events 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News & Politics News False

Candid Catholic Convos 4.20.25   A weekly program produced by the Catholic Diocese of Harrisburg, Pa.   SHOW DESCRIPTION:   Even though we're at the end of Holy Week, how can we really lean into this special season, this pinnacle of our faith, and truly experience it rather than just trudge through it? Deacon Scott Root, senior theology teacher for Trinity High School, joins me again today for our Back-to-Basics series, and today we're exploring the holiest week of the year that we just celebrated, most specifically the three day leading up to today and why they are vital to our faith.  

Preaching for Good Friday, Sr. Norma Pimentel, MJ, preaches on the transformative love of the Cross: "Everything that we fear, we see in the cross. We see in the cross pain, suffering, shame, defeat, failure, humiliation. And yet it is also a symbol of victory. The victory of Jesus' love for us.The love of God is more powerful than anything we fear."Sister Norma Pimentel is Executive Director of Catholic Charities of the Rio Grande Valley, where she oversees the charitable branch of the Diocese of Brownsville, the second largest Catholic Diocese in the United States. Sister Pimentel has over twenty years of experience in providing oversight to a diverse set of ministries and social services in the Rio Grande Valley such as homeless prevention, disaster relief, clinical counseling, pregnancy care, food assistance, and humanitarian relief to immigrants.Visit www.catholicwomenpreach.org/preaching/04182025 to learn more about Sr. Norma, to read her preaching text, and for more preaching from Catholic women.

Bishop Bullock's Book Club - April - He Leadeth Me by Catholic Diocese of Rapid City, SD

Candid Catholic Convos 4.13.25   A weekly program produced by the Catholic Diocese of Harrisburg, Pa.   SHOW DESCRIPTION:    Michael Parks of WHP 580 sits down with Bishop Senior for our annual Easter Episode.

Candid Catholic Convos 4.6.25   A weekly program produced by the Catholic Diocese og Harrisburg, Pa.    In just a few short months, our diocese will be hosting a young adult jubilee pilgrimage to Rome and Assisi to celebrate the jubilee with Pope Francis and young people around the world while also visiting some of the world's most incredible holy sites. We're super excited to welcome back Zack Haney, director of youth and young adult ministries and this year's pilgrimage leader, to talk about how we can truly experience God as pilgrims, not tourists.  

This Day in Legal History: Civilian Conservation Corps Created by FDROn this day in legal history, March 31, 1933, President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed Senate Bill S. 598, creating the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) as part of his sweeping New Deal agenda. The CCC was a rapid-response effort to the economic devastation of the Great Depression, designed to provide immediate employment to young, unemployed men. Within weeks of its creation, the program began enrolling thousands, ultimately putting over 3 million men to work during its nine-year run.The CCC operated under the Department of Labor, War Department, and Department of Agriculture, reflecting its blend of social welfare, environmental stewardship, and federal coordination. Workers were paid $30 per month, $25 of which was sent home to support their families—a vital lifeline during a time of widespread poverty. Projects included reforestation, flood control, soil erosion prevention, and the construction of trails and facilities in national and state parks.Legally, the CCC represented an expansion of federal authority into economic and environmental realms, and it raised constitutional questions about the scope of executive power during peacetime. While the Supreme Court would later strike down some New Deal programs, the CCC escaped judicial invalidation, in part due to its voluntary nature and its framing as a public works program rather than a federal jobs guarantee.The CCC's legal structure helped shape future federal employment and environmental programs, and it laid the groundwork for later conservation efforts like the Soil Conservation Service and aspects of the Environmental Protection Agency. March 31, 1933, thus marks not just the birth of a New Deal agency, but a foundational moment in the legal history of federal labor and environmental law.The U.S. Supreme Court will hear arguments in a case brought by the Catholic Charities Bureau, a nonprofit linked to the Catholic Diocese of Superior, Wisconsin, seeking a religious exemption from the state's unemployment insurance tax. The group, along with four of its subsidiaries, argues that the state's denial of the exemption violates the First Amendment's protections for religious freedom and church autonomy. Wisconsin law allows such exemptions only for organizations "operated primarily for religious purposes," a standard the state Supreme Court ruled the charities failed to meet due to their primarily secular social service work.The Catholic Charities Bureau, founded in 1917, provides services like job placement and home visits for people with disabilities but does not require employees or service recipients to be Catholic. After one of its affiliates was granted an exemption in a separate case, the Bureau and other affiliates sought similar treatment in 2016. The Wisconsin Supreme Court's 2024 decision upheld the tax requirement, stating the group's activities were charitable rather than religious.The case has broader implications for how courts distinguish between religious and secular work, with critics warning that a ruling in favor of the charities could allow large religiously affiliated organizations to bypass many government regulations, jeopardizing benefits for hundreds of thousands of workers. The decision is expected by the end of June. The Court is also set to hear a related case on April 30 concerning a proposed taxpayer-funded religious charter school in Oklahoma.US Supreme Court to hear Catholic group's bid for Wisconsin unemployment tax exemption | ReutersCatholic Charities Case Poised to Shape Religious Tax ExemptionsTwo federal judges have temporarily blocked major parts of executive orders issued by President Donald Trump targeting law firms Jenner & Block and WilmerHale, which had been involved in legal efforts against his administration. The firms sued the Trump administration, arguing that the orders violated constitutional protections of free expression and due process. U.S. District Judge John Bates criticized Trump's order against Jenner & Block as “reprehensible,” especially for targeting the firm's pro bono work on behalf of immigrants and transgender individuals. He warned the order threatened the firm's existence by aiming to cancel its clients' federal contracts and restrict access to federal facilities and courts.In a separate ruling, Judge Richard Leon blocked similar provisions in the order against WilmerHale, calling it retaliatory and a threat to the public interest and justice system. However, he allowed a clause suspending the firm's security clearances to stand. Trump has signed orders targeting five law firms to date, and several—including Perkins Coie—have already challenged them in court with partial success.Meanwhile, law firms Skadden Arps and Paul Weiss reached deals with the White House to avoid being targeted. Skadden agreed to provide $100 million in pro bono legal work and implement merit-based hiring, while Paul Weiss pledged $40 million toward mutually agreed causes. The executive orders mainly cited the firms' past involvement in investigations into Trump, especially the Mueller probe. Critics argue the orders are politically motivated attempts to punish opposition and intimidate legal advocates.Judges block Trump orders targeting two law firms as Skadden cuts deal | ReutersTwo labor agency officials fired by President Donald Trump—Gwynne Wilcox of the National Labor Relations Board and Cathy Harris of the Merit Systems Protection Board—will not be immediately reinstated, following a decision by a divided panel of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit. The court declined to pause its earlier order that temporarily blocked lower court rulings which had reinstated the officials. Judges Karen Henderson and Justin Walker sided with the administration, while Judge Patricia Millett dissented.This legal battle tests the limits of presidential authority to remove officials from independent agencies, despite statutory protections meant to insulate them from political pressure. While trial courts previously ruled the firings were unlawful, the appeals court has halted those decisions from taking effect for now. The panel's latest order did not include an explanation of its reasoning.Wilcox and Harris may still ask the full D.C. Circuit to reconsider the panel's ruling, but Sunday's denial of an administrative stay could influence their next steps. Meanwhile, a broader decision on whether Congress can limit the president's power to fire certain agency officials is expected to be taken up in oral arguments scheduled for May 16. The issue could eventually reach the U.S. Supreme Court, given its potential to reshape the balance of power between the executive branch and independent federal agencies.Fired Agency Officials Lose Attempt at Immediate ReinstatementFrench antitrust regulators fined Apple €150 million (about $162.4 million) for abusing its dominant market position through its App Tracking Transparency (ATT) tool, marking the first time any regulator has penalized the company over this feature. The ATT tool, introduced by Apple on iPhones and iPads, allows users to control which apps can track their activity. While Apple framed it as a privacy measure, digital advertisers and mobile gaming companies argued it made advertising more difficult and disproportionately impacted smaller publishers reliant on third-party data.The French Competition Authority found that while privacy protection is a legitimate goal, Apple's implementation of ATT was neither necessary nor proportionate and unfairly favored its own services. The decision followed complaints from several advertising and media associations, who hailed the ruling as a major win for their industries.Despite the fine, Apple is not currently required to change the tool's design. However, regulators emphasized that it is Apple's responsibility to ensure compliance going forward. Apple, expressing disappointment with the decision, noted that investigations into ATT are ongoing in other European countries including Germany, Italy, Poland, and Romania.Apple hit with $162 million French antitrust fine over privacy tool | Reuters This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.minimumcomp.com/subscribe

A weekly program produced by the Catholic Diocese of Harrisburg, Pa.   Candid Catholic Convos 3.30.25   DESCRIPTION:   What if we told you that the Diocese is partnering with a unique organization that not only raises funds and awareness for crisis pregnancies, but also embraces a holistic pro-life approach using a combination of cycling and evangelization? Today, we're excited to welcome back Zack Haney, our director of Youth and Young adult Ministry, and Marianne Weltmer, our director of Life and Dignity, to chat about our Biking for Babies even on April 26th, a unique opportunity for advocacy and action  

Bishop Bullock's Book Club - March - Healing Wounds by Catholic Diocese of Rapid City, SD

Are Catholic priests employed by the Church, or by the hand of God? This question was at the heart of a five-year legal battle between a survivor of child sexual abuse seeking compensation from the Catholic Church and Bishop Paul Bird of the Catholic Diocese of Ballarat. The High Court’s decision last November – that the Catholic Church does not employ priests and therefore is not liable – came as a surprise to lawyers and as a devastating blow to survivors seeking justice. Australia now stands alone among common law jurisdictions in taking this stance. Today, lawyer and advocate representing victims of institutional abuse, Judy Courtin, on the far-reaching consequences of this ruling – and how the courts continue to fail victim-survivors. If you enjoy 7am, the best way you can support us is by making a contribution at 7ampodcast.com.au/support. Socials: Stay in touch with us on Instagram Guest: Lawyer and advocate representing victims of institutional abuse, Judy Courtin. Photo: AAP Image/Lukas CochSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Begin Again - Men's Conference 2025 - Msgr Shea Closing Talk by Catholic Diocese of Rapid City, SD

Candid Catholic Convos 3.16.25   A weekly program produced by the Catholic Diocese of Harrisburg, Pa.   SHOW DESCRIPTION:   Few Catholic saints are as celebrated in the secular world as Saint Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland. Everything turns green and those who may not be Irish in heritage become Irish at heart, celebrating the lore, leprechauns, and luck associated with the holiday. Saint Patrick is truly the man, the myth and the legend – so much so that some even forget he's a saint, and why that title was bestowed upon him. So what makes him so memorable? Father Brommer, pastor of the Cathedral Parish of Saint Patrick here in Harrisburg and director of our office of Divine Worship joins me today to unpack what's truth, what's fiction, and how this legendary Saint became the patron of our Diocese.    

A weekly program for and about the work of the Knights of Columbus in the Catholic Diocese of Harrisburg, Pa.

Candid Catholic Convos 3.9.25   A weekly program produced by the Catholic Diocese of Harrisburg, Pa.   SHOW DESCRIPTION:   Being Catholic isn't something we 'have' to do - it's something we 'get' to do. We get to experience God's grace through His gift of the Sacraments. Deacon Scott Root, senior theology teacher at Trinity High School, joins us again today for our back-to-basics series and today we're covering the last two sacraments, the sacraments of service which are matrimony and holy orders.  

March 3, 2025 - Kevin Breheny joined Byers & Co to talk about seeing the Brothers After War movie and Brian and Kevin's honor by the Catholic Diocese for the WSOY Community Food Drive. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Candid Catholic Convos 3.2.25   A weekly program produced by the Catholic Diocese of Harrisburg, Pa.   SHOW DESCRIPTION:   Did you know anointing of the sick isn't just for those who are dying? Deacon Scott Root, senior theology teacher for Trinity High School, joins us again for our next installment of the Back-to-Basics series. Today we're exploring the Sacraments of Healing: Confession and Anointing of the sick and why they're both necessary for a healthy, fulfilling life.  

A weekly program for and about the work of the Knights of Columbus in the Catholic Diocese of Harrisburg, Pa.

Sixteen per cent of respondents to a Radio Kerry poll say they’ve been the victim of discrimination. It’s one of the findings of the Kerry Thinks survey which asked people a range of questions on subjects including health, public transport, and tourism. Four hundred and ninety three took part in the Kerry Thinks survey which was available on the Radio Kerry website during January until the start of this month. Jerry spoke toCllr Maura Healy-Rae, Cathaoirleach of Killarney Municipal District, Jurga Butkute, Pobal’s Social Inclusion Community Activation Programme (SICAP) Ukrainian supports coordinator related to English language. Richard O’Brien, from Killarney - health and social advocate, and helped start an initiative to get more Travellers involved in parish life, with support from the Catholic Diocese of Kerry. Johnny McGuire, co-president of Killarney Chamber of Tourism and Commerce, and Seán McDermott Director of Sales & Marketing The Heights Hotel, Killarney.

Candid Catholic Convos 2.23.25   A weekly program produced by the Catholic Diocese of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.   SHOW DESCRIPTION:   We've talked a lot about taking ownership of our Catholic Faith, and today we're going to do just that, starting with the sacraments. Deacon Scott Root, senior theology teacher at Trinity High School, joins us for the next installment of our back to basics series and today, we're doing a deep dive into the sacraments of initiation: Baptism, Eucharist and Confirmation.   

A weekly program for and about the work of the Knights of Columbus in the Catholic Diocese  of Harrisburg, Pa.

 A weekly program produced by the Catholic Diocese of Harrisburg, Pa.   Candid Catholic Convos 2.16.25   SHOW DESCRIPTION:   It's hard to have faith that things will get better or truly believe that this suffering is there for a reason. Instead of drawing closer to God, it often feels like we've been abandoned. Pope Francis wrote, "God does not abandon us and often amazes us by granting us a strength that we never expected and would never have found on our own." He likened the journey of the ill to that of the disciples on the road to Emmaus who recognized Jesus travelling with them only after sharing their anxieties and disappointments with him. So how can we keep the faith during times of illness and uncertainty? How can we reingivorate our hope and draw closer to God instead of feeling abandoned? Today we're chatting with Doctor Greg Burke, a physician and president of the local Catholic Medical Association, to talk about the intersection of faith and medicine, how we can maintain our faith in sickness and in health, and how faith informs our choices.  

Candid Catholic Convos 2.9.25   A weekly program produced by the Catholic Diocese of Harrisburg, Pa.   SHOW DESCRIPTION:   We're always looking for ways to honor and improve our relationships with our spouses, our kids or our friends, but when was the last time we worked on our relationship with God? Sure you say my prayers and go to church, but when was the last time you actually put any effort into THAT relationship? God doesn't want to be acquaintances with us. He wants ALL of us. So how can we deepen our relationship with Him during this season of love? Today we're excited to welcome back Chris Wood, youth minister and spiritual director for the Diocese, to give us some tangible tips about creating an intimate relationship with God.  

A weekly program produced by the Catholic Diocese of Harrisburg, Pa.   Candid Catholic Convos 2.2.25   SHOW DESCRIPTION:   Bishop Senior recently announced that schools in the Diocese of Harrisburg would be incorporating age-appropriate teachings of Theology of the Body into their curriculum starting with the 2025 school year, so today we're joined by Mr. Courtney Brown, a father of eight and Executive Director of Rua Woods Institute. Rua Woods is one of the many curriculum choices our schools and parents alike have to educate our children in Christian anthropology and what that means for us as humans so we can help our children form a solid foundation as they grow.  

There's big money in human smuggling - AKA "immigrant resettlement" - and the Catholic Church is cashing in on it, bigly. Sit down when we tell you how much the Catholic Diocese in YOUR community has gotten paid by the Biden administration to put the needs of millions of aliens over the safety of your family. Selena Gomez learns the hard way that she's picked the wrong side of the immigration argument as New York Magazine is caught cropping black people out of a Trump inauguration day photo to create the narrative that MAGA is racist and exclusionary.

On episode of Catholic Forum, after a news update from The Dialog and a song from the More Than 50 Most Loved Hymns CD, we learn about natural family planning with Dr. Stephanie Kafie, the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Totally Yours Family Medicine. With a passion for women's health and natural family planning, Dr. Kafie started Totally Yours Family Medicine to bring evidence-based medical care to Ontario residents. Her book is titled "Totally Yours: The Catholic Natural Family Planning Handbook” a down-to earth and practical book that uses real-life stories and experiences of over twenty couples to demystify natural family planning. Dr. Kafie also weighs in on the topic of physician assisted suicide. You can see a video of the interview with Dr. Kafie on the Diocese of Wilmington's YouTube channel - YouTube.com/DioceseofWilm. Catholic Forum is a production of the Office of Communications of the Catholic Diocese of Wilmington. Please like, subscribe and share.

Real Presence Live Interview - Dr. Gregory Bottaro by Catholic Diocese of Rapid City, SD

Candid Catholic Convos 01.26.2025   A weekly program produced by the Catholic Diocese of Harrisburg, Pa.   SHOW DESCRIPTION:   Today's episode is a repeat with Executive Director of the PA Catholic Conference and regular guest on our show, Eric Failing. Eric brings a terrific sense of humor, heart and humble faith to the often-overwhelming topic of politics, why it is absolutely vital that we exercise our right and our responsibility as Catholics in any election, and tactful ways to navigate differences of opinion because what matters, what really matters, isn't what's on the news today—it's what we choose to do about it, and the effect that choice has on our eternal souls.  

Candid Catholic Convos 1.19.25   A weekly program produced by the Catholic Diocese of Harrisburg, Pa.   SHOW DESCRIPTION:   Father Ben Dunkelberger, pastor at Our Lady of the Visitation and campus minister at Shippensburg University joins us today to walk through all the vibrant opportunities to available in our Diocese for Youth and Young Adults and hopefully, you'll learn about one that interests you!   

A weekly program produced by the Catholic Diocese of Harrisburg, Pa.   Candid Catholic Convos 1.12.25   SHOW DESCRIPTION:   Deacon Scott Root, Senior Theology Teacher at Trinity High School, joins us for the start of our new series, Back to Basics. This week, we begin our deep dive into the Catholic faith, starting with the Church itself - its origins, its mission, its structure, and what we mean when we say, "a mystery of faith."  

On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a news update from The Dialog, we meet Father Sylvester Obumneme, Associate Pastor at St. Luke/St. Andrew Parish in Ocean City, Maryland. Father tells us about his home community in Nigeria and how their amazing faith, along with his family and pastor, helped encourage his vocation to the priesthood. He tells us how his journey from Nigeria to Switzerland to Italy lead him to Maryland's world-famous resort town and how the people of Ocean City are making him feel welcome. You can see a video of this interview on the Diocese of Wilmington's YouTube channel -  YouTube.com/DioceseofWilm. Catholic Forum is a production of the Catholic Diocese of Wilmington. Please like and follow!

Real Presence LIVE with Jim Beckman 12/18/24 by Catholic Diocese of Rapid City, SD

Today InPerspective with Dr. Harry Reeder November 22, 2024

*** SURVEY ALERT! We care about YOU, our listeners and readers! Please take a moment to fill out our Messy Jesus Business audience survey so we can get to know you better. You could win a signed copy of For Love of the Broken Body by Sister Julia! Click here to respond to the survey. Thank you! *** Episode 84 of Messy Jesus Business podcast, with Sister Julia Walsh. Podcast: Play in new window | Download Subscribe:  Email | RSS | More " Once they enter our [Humanitarian Respite Center for immigrants along the border], the very first thing that I asked is, "Como estas?" How are you? And it's for the very first time that someone that has been through so many difficult times, you know, and fear for their lives and their children, not having anything to eat sometimes, probably sleeping in the grass in the ground and really finding themselves with their feet all blistered for all the walking they did and their shoes torn and they walk without shoes and they end up with us in very poor conditions... it's for the very first time that they see someone say, how are you? And it's like they matter. You can start seeing in them the transformation in their faces. I hear them say like, Thank you God for taking care of me and bringing me to this safe space, you know. This is what for me is the Rio Grande Valley and the border in South Texas with Mexico." -Sister Norma Pimentel, MJ IN THIS EPISODE To donate to or volunteer with Sister Norma, click here or scan the QR code below. Topics Discussed: Sister Norma's vocation art immigration border control courage a punishing vs a loving God the breadth of Spirituality being present making connections exploitation of immigrants dignity protesting the sale of arms being a disciple of Jesus trusting/surrendering to God Name Drops: Jesus Pope Francis Mother Teresa of Avila Moses Books Mentioned: the Bible Time Magazine Sister Norma Pimentel, MJ ABOUT THE GUEST Sister Norma Pimentel has become one of the most recognized leaders in our nation today. As Executive Director of Catholic Charities of the Rio Grande Valley, she oversees the charitable branch of the Diocese of Brownsville, the second largest Catholic Diocese in the United States. Sister Pimentel has over twenty years of experience in providing oversight to a diverse set of ministries and social services in the Rio Grande Valley such as homeless prevention, disaster relief, clinical counseling, pregnancy care, food assistance, and humanitarian relief to immigrants. In 2014, during the influx of immigrants entering the United States through the Southern Border, Sister Pimentel with the support of the local community established the Humanitarian Respite Center, providing a safe space for immigrants to rest before continuing their journey to other parts of the United States. Ten years later, the Humanitarian Respite Center has become the largest respite center in our country, welcoming over half a million immigrants in the course of ten years. More than just providing immediate humanitarian care, Sister Pimentel has become a voice for immigrant families reminding us that they are not numbers but rather human beings who should be respected and treated with dignity. Sister Pimentel holds a bachelor's degree in fine arts from Pan American University, a master's degree in theology from St. Mary's University in San Antonio, Texas, and a master's degree in pastoral counseling from Loyola University in Chicago. She also holds over five honorary doctoral degrees from some of the most prestigious universities in our nation such as the University of Norte Dame. Furthermore, known as the Pope's favorite nun, Sister Pimentel is also an artist whose paintings have captivated numerous audiences. MESSY JESUS BUSINESS is hosted by Sister Julia Walsh.  Produced and edited by Colin Wambsgans.

Join Ben and Rahul for a conversation with Spencer Lucas, Partner at Panish Shea Ravipudi, in which Spencer talks about his recent $135 million verdict on behalf of two victims of sexual assault by a teacher at a public school, and his work on the leadership trial teams representing sexual assault victims in claims against the Los Angeles Catholic Diocese and Boy Scouts of America.  Spencer talks about how he found a passion for championing the rights of victims of sexual assault and how he has navigated the complexities of proving that the school district and Catholic Diocese had prior notice that the teacher and priest were harming children and failed to act upon that information to protect his clients.   About Spencer Lucas https://www.panish.law/Spencer Lucas is a trial lawyer and partner at Panish | Shea | Ravipudi LLP specializing in litigating complex catastrophic personal injury, products liability, wrongful death, and sexual abuse cases. A member of the firm since 2007, he has extensive experience in cases involving traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, amputations and has successfully recovered over $600 million for his clients. Mr. Lucas prides himself on not only helping survivors of trauma and their families recover from tragic situations but by implementing institutional safeguards for the community.Ranked among the Top 100 Southern California Super Lawyers in 2022, Mr. Lucas is recognized as a leading trial lawyer in California trying cases in venues across the state resulting in eight-figure verdicts. He has been the recipient of numerous awards for his work in the courtroom including nominations as Consumer Attorney of the Year by Consumer Attorneys of California (CAOC) and Trial Lawyer of the Year by the Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles (CAALA).  Mr. Lucas is a member of the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA) with an elevated rank of Associate due to the number of lengthy trials to verdict he has completed and is annually recognized as a Best Lawyer in America® .Mr. Lucas has obtained numerous eight-figure verdicts and settlements in cases throughout California, including the following:$135 million verdict for two men who were sexually abused as students by a teacher in the Moreno Valley Unified School District.$48,500,000 settlement at the beginning of trial involving a 26-year-old man who was struck by a corporate vehicle and suffered a severe traumatic brain injury.$30,000,000 settlementat the beginning of trial involving a 33-year-old man who was struck by a tractor-trailer and suffered a severe traumatic brain injury.$19,466,000 verdict In Zastawnik v. Asplundh Construction, for his client who suffered severe ankle fractures and resulting pain disorder after being struck by a construction truck while riding a motorcycle.$17,120,672 verdict In Huayanca v. Southland Transit District, for his 83 year old client who sustained a below the knee amputation after being struck by a bus in a crosswalk.$13,000,000 verdict in Doe v. EōS Fitness,  in Riverside County Superior Court for a young girl who was sexually molested while in the care of EōS Fitness' Kid's Club in Palm Springs, California. This verdict is believed to be one of the largest of its kind in America.$15,313,703 verdict in Francisco v. AC Transit, for a client who suffered a back injury while riding on a city bus.$15,000,000 verdict in Tilton v. Southern California Gas Company, for a teenager who sustained a closed head injury after his vehicle was struck by a Southern California Gas Company utility truck.$14,500,000 verdict in Barber v. Mossy Ford , in a complex tire failure case arising from a accident in which the parents of three young boys were killed.  Along with settlements reached with other defendants, the total award was in excess of $22 million.$14,000,000 verdict in Curiel v. SSA Marine, for a man who suffered serious spinal cord injuries after a crane operator dropped a 25,000 lb. container onto the cab of his truck.$21,000,000 verdict in Nelsen v. Hillyard Inc., for an Iraq war veteran who suffered a brain injury after being rear-ended by a commercial vehicle at high speed.$20,000,000 verdict in Rivas v. J.B. Hunt , for a woman who suffered a traumatic brain injury after being involved in a collision with a tractor-trailer.$10,500,000 in Nichols v. Alameda-Contra Costa County Transit, on behalf of a woman who suffered serious orthopedic injuries when she was struck by an AC Transit bus while crossing the street.  The case settled for $10.5 million.$8,652,580 award in the matter of of Haskell v. Farmers Insurance, on behalf of his client who suffered pelvic injuries. The settlement offer in this case prior to the award was $300,000.Outside the courtroom, Mr. Lucas is a frequent speaker on various issues, including traumatic brain, spinal cord injuries, and sexual abuse, and actively publishes articles in trade publications on a wide range of legal topics. He also spends much of his time dedicated to assisting his clients recovering from trauma obtain the best medical treatment available.In addition to his work as a trial lawyer, Mr. Lucas is a member of the Pepperdine School of Law Dean's Council and serves on the Board of Directors of the Los Angeles Trial Lawyers' Charities (LATLC) which funds many local charity groups focusing on education, survivors of abuse, children, and the homeless.Originally from Seattle, Washington Mr. Lucas graduated from the University of Washington with a degree in Business Administration.  During his undergraduate work, he completed an International Business program with honors from the University of Sevilla in 1999. He graduated from Pepperdine University School of Law in 2004, where he was the co-founder of the Pepperdine International Human Rights Program.Fluent in Spanish, Mr. Lucas works with many of the firm's Spanish-speaking clients and is frequently asked to give legal commentary on national Spanish television and radio programs.  He has lived in Havana, Cuba, and throughout Mexico, where he spent his summers in college building homes for the homeless in Ciudad Juarez.Mr. Lucas is a member of the State Bar of California, the District of Columbia Bar and the Washington State Bar Association. He is an active member of the Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles, Consumer Attorneys of California, and Los Angeles County Bar Association, and regularly volunteers his time providing pro-bono legal services to foster children and children facing immigration deportation proceedings.

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