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Hosts: Fr. Greg Sakowicz and Mark Teresi. Dr. Edward Gordon gives an update on where things stand with the Covid-19 pandemic, health care issues, and the economy.

Hosts: Fr. Greg Sakowicz and Mark Teresi. Segment I: Do Not Discard is a new book by Chicago author, Marlene Byrne, based on the true-life story of Sam, an orphan who was thrown in the trash as an infant. The book chronicles Sam’s story from a garbage dump in El Salvador as he rises above adversity in an orphanage and the streets of El Salvador to arrive in Chicago. Joining us for the first half of today’s program is Marlene Byrne. Segment II: A Form of sacred art is the icon. An icon is a type of religious artwork, often a two-dimensional painting on wood, that is common in religious devotion. While icons are most frequently associated with Eastern Christianity, they are no uncommon in the Latin Church. Joining us for the second half of today’s program is Iconographer Joseph Malham.

Host: Mark Teresi. Segment I: On Saturday, Aug. 26, the Black Catholic Deacons of Chicago hosted the annual Sunrise Prayer Service at 6:30 a.m. at Oakwood Beach to pray for peace. The prayer service was followed by a Peace Fellowship Breakfast and Symposium at Our Lady of Africa, 613 E. Oakwood Blvd., Chicago. Guests: Deacon LeRoy Gill and Deacon William Pouncy. Segment II: Food deserts can be described as geographic areas where residents' access to affordable, healthy food options (especially fresh fruits and vegetables) is restricted or nonexistent due to the absence of grocery stores within convenient traveling distance. Joining us now to continue a discussion we began in June about the issue of food deserts in the city are Larry Campbell, Dwight Hearns, and Sandra Botello

Hosts: Fr. Greg Sakowicz and Mark Teresi. The Knights of Columbus, St. Michael the Archangel Council 12173, is the only police Knights of Columbus Police Council. As the group that sets up and maintains the Nativity Scene in Daily Plaza at Christmastime, they have earned the nickname, “The God Squad”,. Our guests in Studio for the full hour – Dennis Fitzgerald, William “Bill” Warnock, both retired Chicago police officers.

Hosts: Fr. Greg Sakowicz and Mark Teresi. On today's program, Fr. Lou Cameli and Michele Sotak join our hosts to continue the discussion of Faith and Fitness.

Hosts: Fr. Greg Sakowicz and Mark Teresi. Segment I: In August of 2023, the Parliament of the World’s Religions returns to the birthplace of the modern interfaith movement after 30 years away to celebrate 130 years of history in the city of Chicago. Parliament Convenings attract participants from more than 200 diverse religious, indigenous, and secular beliefs and more than 80 nations. Joining us in studio for the first half of today’s program to talk about the Parliament of the World’s Relitions are Dan Olsen and Susan Pudelek from the Office For Ecumenical and Interreligious Affairs. Segment II: St. Agnes of Bohemia Parish, located in Chicago’s Little Village neighborhood, is hosting street Masses every Tuesday and Thursday evening through the beginning of August to bring the Gospel message of peace and hope to the community and to pray for an end to violence. Joining us for this half of today’s program are Fr. Marco Franco Luna and Tony Velasco.

Vicki Quade plays Are You Smarter Than Your 8th Grade Nun? with Fr. Greg and Mark.

Hosts: Fr. Greg Sakowicz and Mark Teresi. Segment I: Dr. Mary Amore talks about the latest offerings from Mayslake Ministries. Segment II: Sr. Joan McGlinchey discusses her 60 years in religious life.

Hosts: Fr. Greg Sakowicz and Mark Teresi. Segment I: One year ago, the city of Highland Park experienced a horrific mass shooting at an event that should have been a joyous celebration of the community. This Saturday, July 1st, a mass of healing will take place at Immaculate Conception in Highland Park. Joining us this morning to talk about the faith community in Highland Park and the mass this weekend is Marvin Sabido. Segment II: Food deserts can be described as geographic areas where residents' access to affordable, healthy food options (especially fresh fruits and vegetables) is restricted or nonexistent due to the absence of grocery stores within convenient traveling distance. Joining us now to talk about the issue of food deserts in the city are Larry Campbell, Dwight Hearns, and Sandra Botello

Hosts: Fr. Greg Sakowicz and Mark Teresi. Segment I: On May 20th of this year, Cardinal Blase Cupich ordained 5 men to the priesthood at Holy Name Cathedral in Chicago. Joining us this morning to talk to us about his vocation journey is one of those men. Fr. Jesus Custodio will be serving the community of St. Alphonsus. Segment II: Sports are filled with liturgical actions and rituals. Watch any sporting event from beginning to end, in-person or on-screen, and there is clearly a liturgy, or ordered structure to the event that is filled with rite and ceremony. It is part of what makes sporting events meaningful, memorable, and participatory. Joining us today to talk about parallels between sports and religion is Todd Williamson.

Hosts: Fr. Greg Sakowicz and Mark Teresi. Segment I: Al Castillo talks about the current Hispanic young adult speaker series. Segment II: St. Josephine Bakhita parish is sponsoring a second annual Town Hall meeting on Safety.

Hosts: Fr. Greg Sakowicz and Mark Teresi. Msgr. John Pollard discusses his book “An Account of Our Hope” regarding the Catechism of the Catholic Church

Hosts: Fr. Greg Sakowicz and Mark Teresi. In this episode of Catholic Chicago we sit down with historian Dr. Edward Gordon to talk about the current situation in regards to Covid-19 and also the state of the United States Economy.

Hosts: Fr. Greg Sakowicz and Mark Teresi. Segment I: Dr. Shannen Dee Williams is Associate Professor of History at the University of Dayton. She is an award-winning scholar of the African American experience and Black Catholicism with research and teaching specializations in women’s, religious, and Black freedom movement history. Dr. Williams is also the author of Subversive Habits, the first full history of black Catholic nuns in the United States. Guest: Dr. Shannen Dee Williams. Segment II: Niles College Seminary educated and formed men for the priesthood in the Archdiocese of Chicago for 33 years, from 1961 to 1994, and, during that time, witnessed great changes both in the church and in society. Now researchers, alumni and others interested in the seminary’s history can learn more by examining a new collection at the Joseph Cardinal Bernardin Archives and Records Center. The Niles College Seminary Collection includes everything from the rectors’ logbooks to yearbooks to photographs and newspaper articles about the seminary, which educated men in their undergraduate years for most of existence. Guest: Archivist Charles Heinrich.

Hosts: Fr. Greg Sakowicz and Mark Teresi. A Catholic deacon is one who is ordained to diakonia, that is, a service to God’s People in communion with the bishop and his body of priests. “The principal function of the deacon is to collaborate with the bishop and the priests in the exercise of a ministry which is not of their own wisdom but of the Word of God, calling all to conversion and holiness. A new class of 19 permanent and 4 transitional deacons were ordained at Holy Name Cathedral on Saturday, May 13. Today we will meet a couple of the new deacons in the Archdiocese of Chicago.

Hosts: Fr. Greg Sakowicz and Mark Teresi. The BASE Chicago re-imagines pathways to success for urban youth by combining sports and academic opportunities with a distinctive methodology rooted in excellence, belief and love. The organization provides a range of programming including academic/STEM tutoring, violence prevention and life skills, healthy lifestyle guidance and high-quality baseball and softball skills training. The BASE Chicago’s Clubhouse and Learning Center will become a beacon of hope on Chicago’s West Side. The goal of The BASE is to ensure that 100% of BASE student athletes graduate from high school and have the support and resources they need to develop their individual game plans for success, whether that includes matriculating to college or entering a job training program. We focus on developing good citizens who make good decisions, steering them away from violence, gang activity and other negative behaviors. Joining us for the full hour in studio are Frank Schulz and Eric Davis.

Hosts: Fr. Greg Sakowicz and Mark Teresi. Segment I: May 1 is Religious Brothers day and the Feast of St. Joseph the Worker. In recognition, our first guest today is not only a religious brother, he is also a Muralista, Educator, and Cowboy. Guest: Brother Mark Elder, C.M. Segment II: For centuries, the Catholic Church has set aside the entire month of May to honor Mary, Mother of God. Guest: Fr. Richard Fragomeni.

Hosts: Fr. Greg Sakowicz and Mark Teresi. Most Blessed Trinity Parish in Waukegan/North Chicago and the Waukegan Police Department are joining together for a gun buy-back event that will take place this Saturday, April 29. Most Blessed Trinity Parish offers many social services to it's community. Guests: Fr. Timothy O'Malley, Marvin Sabido, Cmdr. Scott Chastain

Hosts: Fr. Greg Sakowicz and Mark Teresi. Segment I: As we enter into the Great Season of Easter, we have the director of the Office for Divine Worship and self-proclaimed “Liturgy Geek”, Todd Williamson, joining us to take a deep dive into just what makes the season of Easter so great! Segment II: The University of Saint Mary of the Lake/Mundelein Seminary, has been the major seminary and school of theology for the Archdiocese of Chicago and beyond for over a century. And now there is a new School of Parish Leadership and Evangelization that starts up on July 1 this year. Cardinal Blase Cupich said “This new school will provide fresh opportunities for the education and spiritual development of the laity, building their capacity to contribute their gifts and talents and experiences as disciples for the benefit of the entire church as envisioned by the Second Vatican Council.” Joining us now to talk about the new School of Parish Leadership and Evangelization, as well as other events coming up at the University of Saint Mary of the Lake/Mundelein Seminary, is the new Provost and VP for Development at USML/Mundelein Seminary, Brian Schmisek.

Hosts: Fr. Greg Sakowicz and Mark Teresi. Segment I: Traditionally, many Christian groups plan and stage a “Way of the Cross” event on Good Friday, connecting the sufferings of Christ during his passion with the suffering of our brothers and sisters at the hands of violence, greed, poverty, sickness and war. Today on Catholic Chicago, we have a group that organizes a Way of the Cross event in downtown Chicago. Each year they follow the passion of Christ in the heart of our city, where thousands of people carry their cross every day. Through choral music, Gospel passages, reflections, and silent procession, we hope to enter more deeply into the events of Good Friday and their meaning for us today. They ask to experience the exceptional Presence of Christ among us as a real answer to the needs of our hearts. Guests: Bishop Mark Bartosic, Roberta Gattodoro, Clare Chiodini, and Davide Bonicelli. Segment II: Michele Sotak and Fr. Lou Cameli talk about how faith and fitness intersect.

Hosts: Fr. Greg Sakowicz and Mark Teresi. Segment I: Since 2004, Catholic Men Chicago Southland (CMCS) has helped men to do what is in their power to do, namely, be holy and courageous men, to improve their marriages, be better fathers to their children, grow in virtue, serve the needs of others more generously, be active participants in their parishes, and be better citizens. The CMCS Annual Men’s Forum is held on the Saturday after Easter Sunday, which this year is April 15. Joining us in studio to talk about the Catholic Men Chicago Southland and it's annual Men’s forum is Bishop Joseph Perry. Also joining us via Zoom is Executive Director of Catholic Men Chicago Southland, Frank Casella. Segment II: Evenings with Venerable Augustus Tolton are community events hosted by Chicago Bishop Joseph Perry where he discusses why the life, legacy, and spirituality of the first publicly recognized African-American Roman Catholic priest in the U.S. is relevant today. Here in studio to talk about Venerable Augustus Tolton and these community events are Bishop Joseph Perry and Valerie Jennings.

Fr. Greg Sakowicz and Mark Teresi sit down to talk to Fr. Dennis O’Neill Rector, at The Shrine of All Saints at All Saints Parish in Morton Grove. Fr. Dennis joins us to talk about the incredible relics they have at the shrine.

Hosts: Fr. Greg Sakowicz and Mark Teresi. The mini-series, The Marian Stained Glass Windows, highlights the beautiful windows seen in St. Mary of the Woods Parish in Chicago. Each window features the Blessed Virgin Mary and were all designed by the world-renowned stained glass artist, Max Ingrand. This French-born artist has displayed his work all over the world, including the Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris. However, only a handful of his windows are located in the United States. St. Mary of the Woods is fortunate enough to have some of these amazing works of art. Guests: Fr. Rich Jakubik, Clint Cottrell, Michael Jolls, Jesse Healy, Carrie Elko, Anthony "Tony" Kawalkowski

Hosts: Fr. Greg Sakowicz and Mark Teresi. Segment I: The Ignatian Spirituality Project (ISP) invites those recovering from homelessness and addiction to experience God’s unconditional love. The Ignatian Spirituality Project believes that spirituality has an important role to play on the journey of recovery and it exists to “light a path” forward. The hope is that through reflection on life experiences within a safe and welcoming environment, participants can begin to find the self-acceptance, hope and healing needed to reclaim their lives. Guests: Matt Meyers and LaTanya Simpson. Segment II: Men of Christ is an organization of Catholic men with the goal of helping men to be authentically Catholic and to develop meaningful friendships with like-minded Catholic men. The Men of Christ Catholic Conference is scheduled on Saturday, March 11. Guest: Kevin O’Brien

Hosts: Fr. Greg Sakowicz and Mark Teresi. Our guest today is Chuck Swirsky, whose award-winning career includes calling NBA games for the last 25 plus years, and over 50 years in broadcasting. He is also a faithful and active parishioner at Holy Name Cathedral. Recently Chuck authored a book that chronicles his incredible career titled Always a Pleasure.

Hosts: Fr. Greg Sakowicz and Mark Teresi. Today on Catholic Chicago we host a few members of the African American Heritage Prayer Service plannning committee. Guests: Deacon LeRoy Gill, Jennifer Farrand, Damani McClellan, Tiffany Brown

Hosts: Fr. Greg Sakowicz and Mark Teresi. Comedian and author, Carl Kozlowski, joins Fr. Greg and Mark and entertains with with his brand of "Clean Comedy"

Hosts: Fr. Greg Sakowicz and Mark Teresi. Segment I: Mayslake Ministries are proud partners in faith with the Archdiocese of Chicago, the Diocese of Joliet and the Diocese of Rockford. Joining us today to talk about some new Lenten programs at Mayslake Ministries is Dr. Mary Amore. Segment II: The Bear Necessities Pediatric Cancer Foundation is dedicated to supporting pediatric cancer research to ultimately discover a cure, while helping patients and their families today, bringing hope and joy to those in need. Joining us for the second half of today’s program is the CEO/Founder of Bear Necessities Pediatric Cancer Foundation, Kathleen Casey.

Hosts: Fr. Greg Sakwoicz and Mark Teresi. Dr. Edward Gordon joins our hosts to talk about the current status of the Covid-19 pandemic. In the second half of the program the conversation shifts to the problem of mass shootings in the United States

Hosts: Fr. Greg Sakowicz and Mark Teresi. The Grace Arsenal is a book written by Andy Armstrong about navigating business battlegrounds with grace. Joining us for today’s program is Andy Armstrong.

Hosts: Fr. Greg Sakowicz and Mark Teresi. The topic of this program is Ecumenism (the movement for Christian Unity) with a focus on the upcoming annual Week of Prayer for Christian Unity (January18-25). Guests: Dan Olsen; Robert Cathey; Susan Pudelek; Jon Nilson

Hosts: Fr. Greg Sakowicz and Mark Teresi. Dr. Edward Gordon talks to our hosts about the current state of the Covid-19 Pandemic and gives predictions of world events in 2023.

Hosts: Fr. Greg Sakowicz and Mark Teresi. Segment I: The 16th Annual Posada Seeking Immigration Reform will take place on Friday, December 16th. All are welcome to walk and pray in solidarity with our immigrant sisters and brothers who— as the Holy Family sought a place to stay—have been knocking on the doors for legislative shelter, or “Posada,” year after year. This year Pastoral Migratoria from the Archdiocese of New York and the Archdiocese of Baltimore will join us simultaneously to elevate our voices for immigration reform. Joining us for this first half hour is Mark Goebel and Mauro Pineda. Segment II: The Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Des Plaines is hosting Guadalupanas celebrations this weekend. Joining us for this segment is Very Reverend Esequiel Sanchez, Rector of the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe.

Hosts: Fr. Greg Sakowicz and Mark Teresi. Segment I: On the first Sunday of Advent, Heart to Heart Catholic Media Ministry launched a daily internet video series entitled Ornaments of Grace. It profiles Saints and saints - people who have lived the gospel in an extraordinary way. Joining us for the first half of today’s program to talk about Heart to Heart Catholic Media Ministry and Ornaments of Grace are Fr. J. Michael Sparough and Deacon Mark Duffey. Segment II: The Bellarmine Jesuit Retreat House is located on 80 acres of gently rolling meadows and wooded countryside just 40 miles northwest of Chicago. Fr. J. Michael Sparough stays with us for this segment and he is joined by Tom Cattapan to talk about how retreats are a great way to enhance our spiritual lives.

Host: Mark Teresi. Segment I: The Mass of Healing for Those Suffering with Addiction will take place on Wednesday, November 23 (the day before Thanksgiving). Fr. Ryan Brady, Associate Pastor of Our Lady of the Ridge and St. Linus Parish in the Chicago Ridge and Oak Lawn communities joins us to talk about addiction and recovery. The Mass of Healing is the result of Fr. Brady seeing both the addicted and their families struggling post-pandemic, and he hopes to bring the actively addicted, the families of the addicted, and those recovering from addiction to the same place to pray for God’s grace and healing touch. Segment II: The collection for the Catholic Campaign for Human Development takes place at masses on the weekend of November 19/20. For the second half of today’s program we speak with Danielle Bodette, Program Coordinator with CCHD in the Archdiocese of Chicago. And Danielle has invited Barbara Manley and Leone Jose Bicchieri to speak about how the groups and organizations they represent benefit from the support of the Catholic Campaign for Human Development.

Hosts: Fr. Greg Sakowicz and Mark Teresi. Segment I: The vocation of a deacon is to serve the bishops and priests in ministry to the People of God. Permanent deacons, especially married ones, often exercise their ministry within the context of their local parish. Deacons assist priests and bishops in celebrating the Sacraments and in the educational and charitable programs of parishes. The Archdiocese of Chicago has the largest Catholic diaconate community in the world with 514 active deacons involved in 210 parishes and agencies. Since 1972, the archdiocese has ordained 1,464 men as permanent deacons. Guests: Deacon James Norman and Deacon Dave Brencic. Segment II: Fr. Vic Ivers, a priest from the Archdiocese of Chicago who was deeply rooted in the faith, passed away on Jan. 18, 2014, at the age of 95. At St. Joseph Parish in Libertyville, as his final Mass was coming to a conclusion, he stopped, took off his shoes, laid them in front of the altar and said, “so now who will fill these shoes?” Then he processed out, leaving the shoes behind with a question that remains for today. The Who Will Fill These Shoes? event has then been celebrated in our archdiocese ever since. Guest: Vocations Director, Fr. Tim Monahan

Hosts: Fr. Greg Sakowicz and Mark Teresi. Segment I: Fr. Louis Cameli, the Cardinal’s Delegate for Formation and Mission, is in the studio to talk about All Hallows Eve, All Saints Day and All Souls Day. Segment II: Very Reverend Esequiel Sanchez, Rector of the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Des Plaines, joins the program to talk about Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) and the events taking place this year at the Shrine.

Hosts: Fr. Greg Sakowicz and Mark Teresi. Segment I: ENCORE is a program that inspires the mind and spirit. Those who are 50 and over are invited to come together with other adults at Old St. Pat's church to share enthusiasm for life, learning, service and fun! Guests: Mary Kay Slowikowski and Judy McLaughlin. Segment II: Dr. Mary Amore talks about the latest offerings from Mayslake Ministries.

Hosts: Fr. Greg Sakowicz and Mark Teresi. Our guests today are Mayra Flores and Michael Hoffman. The topic for the first half of today's program is “Healing Conversations. The Dallas Charter: 20 years of progress of protecting children and healing victims”. In Dallas, 2002, at their Annual Meeting, the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops drafted this landmark document in response to the crisis of sexual abuse of children in the Church. In the second half of this program we talk about The Annual Mass for Hope and Healing is an opportunity for victims-survivors to find a safe space where they can feel supported and loved. In 1992, the Archdiocese of Chicago put in place policies and procedures to address allegations and issues related to sexual abuse of minors. The Office for the Protection of Children and Youth is committed to continuing the important work to protect children and to accompany victims-survivors of sexual abuse. All are encouraged and welcomed to attend the Mass of Hope and Healing on October 15.

Hosts: Fr. Greg Sakowicz and Mark Teresi. Fr. Greg and Mark welcome Fr. Bob Hutmacher, O.F.M., to the studio to talk about the Franciscan Festival and Art Show at St. Peter's In The Loop.

Host: Fr. Greg Sakowicz. Fr. Greg welcomes historian and author Dr. Edward Gordon to the program to talk about where things stand with the Covid-19 pandemic and the economic outlook going into 2023.

Host: Fr. Greg Sakowicz. Steven A. Denny is a scholar, an attorney, a certified mediator, and an ordained clergyman, originally from Kentucky, who now lives in Oak Park, Illinois. He and his wife Miran have five adult children. Denny runs a private law firm whose motto is “Striving for Justice in an Imperfect World.” He knows Hebrew and several other Middle-Eastern languages, and his maternal grandfather was a Jewish immigrant from Russia. Denny has spent considerable time at the Our Lady of Gethsemani Trappist monastery in Kentucky and credits “The Merton Prayer” for getting him through very aggressive cancer several years ago. Guests: Steven A. Denny and Greg Pierce, President and Publisher, ACTA Publications

Hosts: Fr. Greg Sakowicz and Mark Teresi. Segment I: The Catholic Impact Networking Group. Guests: Mary Kay Slowikowski and Tom Wesolowski. Segment II: Helen Reichert Lambin, author of An Empty Space In Your Heart: Reflections on the Death of a Sibling or Best Friend

Hosts: Fr. Greg Sakowicz and Mark Teresi. The 8th Annual Solemn Vespers for the Protection of our Natural Environment will take place at 7pm on August 31st at Saints Peter and Paul Greek Orthodox Church in Glenview. The annual Induction Service on the evening of August 31 begins the liturgical year in the Greek Orthodox Church. It is a Greek Orthodox liturgy, to which Orthodox, Catholics, other Christians, and all people of good will are invited to attend. Guests: Dan Olsen, Michael Terrien, Gayle Woloschak, Fr. Jerry Boland, George Nassos

Hosts: Fr. Greg Sakowicz and Mark Teresi. The Catholic Scholars Program at the Sheil Catholic Center at Northwestern University. In order to enter into an adult relationship with Christ, Catholic Scholars take seriously the commitment to deepen their understanding of faith, pray on a regular basis, serve the needs of others, and provide leadership that is distinctively Catholic. Catholic Scholars are theologically grounded, spiritually alive, articulate in their faith, and joyfully involved in Catholic tradition. Graduates of this program are well‐prepared to serve on parish councils, teach CCD, participate in liturgy committees and lead social justice efforts. In addition they are able to bring Christian principles to their families and careers. Guests: Sr. Belinda Monahan, Moses Diaz-Torres, and Joe Arena. Segment II: The Transformational Listening Conference is set to take place at St. Ignatius College Prep this fall. Joining us to talk about the conference is Dr. John Igwebuike

Hosts: Fr. Greg Sakwociz and Mark Teresi. Segment I: Formerly known as the St. Francis Retreat House in Oak Brook, Illinois, Mayslake Ministries is a lay-led 501.c.3 Catholic Christian Not-for-Profit Spirituality Center founded by Fr. Jonathan Foster, OFM, in 1991 as a "retreat house without walls." Since 1991, Mayslake Ministries has served the spiritual needs of Catholic/Christian adult women and men from all walks of life, providing multiple spiritual opportunities for people who seek a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ. We are proud partners in faith with the Archdiocese of Chicago, the Diocese of Joliet and the Diocese of Rockford. Joining us today to talk about what is new at Mayslake Ministries is Dr. Mary Amore. Segment II: For the next several Saturdays at St. Philip Neri School, schools kids from 7th to 12th grade can attend Project Peace: Youth Leadership for Non-Violence. Participants will: -Learn to change the culture of violence in our schools, homes, and neighborhoods -Form resilient youth against violence skills while practicing in a peaceful learning environment. -Learn techniques to handle difficult confrontations and -Develop and learn leadership skills Guests: Elfriede Wedam, Andre Rawls

Hosts: Fr. Greg Sakowicz. Segment I: This is the season when students are beginning to return to school, which means that campus ministries everywhere are gearing up for a busy fall semester. Joining us for the first segment of today’s program are Father Bradley Zamora, chaplain and director of the Sheil Catholic Center at Northwestern Universityin Evanston, and his new director of campus ministry, Crystal Serrano-Puebla. Segment II: As of late July, about one hundred thousand Ukrainian refugees have been admitted to the United States as a result of Russia’s ongoing invasion and occupation of Ukraine. Many of those refugees are here in the Chicago area. Recently the Diaconate of Chicago partnered with St. Nicholas Cathedral School to assist some of those Ukrainian refugee families. Joining us for this segment of the program are Deacon James Norman, Vicar for Deacons in the Archdiocese of Chicago, Deacon James Sponder, Chairman of the Diaconate Council in the Archdiocese of Chicago, and Anna Cirilli, Principal at the St. Nicholas Cathedral School.

Hosts: Fr. Greg Sakowicz and Mark Teresi. Pope Francis visited Canada from July 24 to 29, 2022, with stops in the provinces of Alberta and Quebec and the territory of Nunavut. The trip mainly focused on apologizing for the Catholic Church's role in the Canadian Indian residential school system and reconciliation with the country's Indigenous peoples. It was the first papal visit to Canada since 2002, when Pope John Paul II visited the country. Guests: Michael P. Murphy; Jody Roy; Sr. Sue Torgersen, CSJ

Hosts: Fr. Greg Sakowicz and Mark Teresi. Segment I: There is a new Vicar for Deacons in the Archdiocese of Chicago. Deacon James Norman joins us to talk about how his journey of faith has led him to be the new Vicar for Deacons. Segment II: Build Each Other Up is a faith-based organization that organized to further connect Mary, Seat of Wisdom Parish in Park Ridge, and sharing parish, Epiphany, in the Little Village neighborhood of Chicago. This partnership has been working together since 2015 to create more affordable housing and local labor opportunities for families within the Epiphany community. Build Each Other Up is a not-for-profit 501 C (3) charity, and all donations go toward the properties and their renovations. They are now making progress on their 4th renovation! Guests: Rukeem Campbell, Dinitia Robinson, Bill Ristau

Hosts: Fr. Greg Sakowicz and Mark Teresi. Dr. Edward Gordon joins our hosts to give an update on where things stand in the Covid-19 pandemic and the economic outlook for 2022 and 2023.