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Staff writer, Zoey Maraist, reds some of the articles from the Arlington Catholic Herald's latest issue.

Staff writer, Zoey Maraist, reads some of the articles of the Arlington Catholic Herald's latest issue.

Staff writer, Zoey Maraist, reads articles from the Arlington Catholic Herald's latest issue.

Staff writer, Zoey Maraist, reads some of the articles from the ACH's latest issue.

Staff writer Zoey Maraist reads some of the articles from the Arlington Catholic Herald's latest issue.

Staff writer Zoey Maraist reads some of the articles from the Arlington Catholic Herald's latest issue.

Staff writer Zoey Maraist reads some of the articles from the Arlington Catholic Herald's latest issue.

Staff writer Zoey Maraist reads some of the articles from the Arlington Catholic Herald's latest issue.

Staff writer Zoey Maraist reads some of the articles from the Arlington Catholic Herald's latest issue.

Staff writer Zoey Maraist and managing editor, Ann Augherton and read some of the articles from the Arlington Catholic Herald's latest issue.

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Staff writer, Zoey Maraist, reads some of the articles from the Arlington Catholic Herald's latest issue.

Staff writer, Zoey Maraist, reads some of the articles from the Arlington Catholic Herald's latest issue.

Staff writer, Zoey Maraist, reads some of the articles from the Arlington Catholic Herald's latest issue.

Staff writer, Zoey Maraist, reads some of the articles from the Arlington Catholic Herald's latest issue.

Staff writer Zoey Maraist reads some of the articles from the Arlington Catholic Herald's latest back to school issue.

Most everyone in Lebanon knows and loves St. Sharbel. He’s beloved by Christians, but Druze and Muslim people have reported being healed by him, too. Zoey Maraist takes us to Our Lady of Lebanon Church in Washington to learn more about the mysterious hermit turned miracle worker. 

Bishop Eduardo Kussala, of the Tombura-Yambio Diocese in South Sudan, visits the Catholic Herald and the Diocese of Arlington as part of a 2019 visit to the United States. He talked to staff writer Zoey Maraist about life in the war-torn country, and how he's using the Catholic faith to encourage peace.

Christopher Gunty, associate publisher and editor of the Catholic Review in Baltimore and CEO of its parent publishing company, The Cathedral Foundation/CR Media, joins the show to explain what is going at the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops meeting in Baltimore this week. Plus, managing editor Ann Augherton and staff writer Zoey Maraist share the latest Catholic headlines from around Northern Virginia. 

Staff writer Zoey Maraist shares updates on the news of the week, including new norms and procedures for holding bishops and religious superiors accountable in protecting minors, as well as in protecting members of religious orders and seminarians from abuse. Also hear how a Vienna woman is creating whimsical wigs for kids with hair loss. 

In this episode, the Catholic Herald's Ann Augherton and Zoey Maraist, talk about this week's news, including Maraist's recent trip to a medium security prison for a Kairos retreat that offers cookies and hope to inmates. Here's the full story: https://www.catholicherald.com/News/Catholic_Living/Kairos_retreats_share_God_s_love_with_those_on_the_inside/ 

The Catholic Herald staff has spent the last week covering pro-life events. Staff writer Zoey Maraist explains the reason for the pro-life momentum and Congressman Chris Smith of New Jersey joins the show to talk about the Born-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act.  Related stories: March for Life in Richmond Bishop, pro-life advocates gather in Richmond Virginia's uncertain pro-life future Podcast: Melissa Ohden survived an abortion at 7 months gestation "Unplanned" movie shows turning point for former Planned Parenthood employee

How do Catholic families navigate the waters of addiction to drugs or alcohol? How can the Church better support recovery efforts? On this episode, hear from two men in recovery, Dan Buckley and Brian Peck, who were interviewed by Zoey Maraist at the Arlington Catholic Herald, and Bishop Burbidge in the Diocese of Arlington who has many ideas for the Church’s ministry to families dealing with addiction. We also talk with Nina Marie Corona, who experienced the heartache of watching her daughter struggle with addiction and who is certified in alcohol and drug recovery and began the programs “We Thirst” and “Afire.”

Father Bob Cilinski, pastor of Church of the Nativity in Burke, joins Catholic Herald staff — Ann Augherton and Zoey Maraist — to talk about his friendship with Mother Maria Bernardetta de la Inmaculada, an Italian sister under consideration for sainthood. Mother Bernadetta cared for seminarians in Richmond, including Fr. Cilinski, and later moved to Argentina, where she became friends with Pope Francis.    Read more. 

How do Catholic families navigate the waters of addiction to drugs or alcohol? How can the Church better support recovery efforts? On this episode, hear from two men in recovery, Dan Buckley and Brian Peck, who were interviewed by Zoey Maraist at the Arlington Catholic Herald, and Bishop Burbidge in the Diocese of Arlington who has many ideas for the Church’s ministry to families dealing with addiction. We also talk with Nina Marie Corona, who experienced the heartache of watching her daughter struggle with addiction and who is certified in alcohol and drug recovery and began the programs “We Thirst” and “Afire.”

Communication between Koreans in the north and south is nearly impossible, and many are left wondering the fate of the loved ones they have left behind. Many immigrant families in Virginia cling to the hope that they can see their long-lost relatives in North Korea before they die. Staff writer Zoey Maraist explains more about her story, The tale of two Koreas, in this episode. 

50th Episode Special: The Catholic Herald podcast has come along way since the early days of recording in a soundproof closet! In this episode, Ann Augherton highlights several of the most popular episodes as well as the latest diocesan news. Staff writer Zoey Maraist interviews Fr. Stephan Starzynski, a hospital chaplain, about a miracle involving a patient with brain abcesses. Also, in the lead up to World Communication Day May 13, George Goss, the Herald's multimedia journalist, talks with Patricia Garcia, the USCCB's director of the Catholic Communication Campaign.       

The big news this week is the naming of three Monsignors by Pope Francis: Msgr. Robert Avella is pastor of Our Lady of Lourdes Church in Arlington; Msgr. John Cregan is retired pastor of Blessed Sacrament Church in Alexandria; and Msgr. Stanley Krempa is pastor of St. Bridget of Ireland Church in Berryville. Staff writer Zoey Maraist reports. Maraist also covered last weekend’s women’s conference, which drew 700 women to St. Joseph Church in Herndon. The two main speakers were Sister of Life Grace Dominic, a former Catholic Herald staff writer and Diane Foley, the mother of slain journalist Jim Foley. And last Saturday evening the Basilica of St. Mary in Alexandria hosted an Irish Hooley.  The Herald’s multimedia designer, Ashleigh Kassok, reports. Next week we’ll cover the annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Alexandria as well as the Mass for Healing sponsored by the Knights and Dames of Malta coming up this Saturday, March 17. If you enjoy this podcast, please leave a review on iTunes.

A 77-year-old Virginia native made diocesan history by becoming the first consecrated hermit in the Diocese of Arlington Feb. 21. Catholic Herald multimedia designer Ashleigh Kassock recounts Fr. Clarence M. Trinkle's day of consecration. Also in this episode, Catholic Herald reporter Zoey Maraist shares how two brothers, one of whom is autistic created a farm from a shipping container.