Have you ever been asked, if you could have dinner with anyone in history, who would it be? To mark the Catholic Diocese of Buffalo's 175th Anniversary, we're imagining such dinner conversations with some of those who have left a continued impact on Buffalo and Western New York. In this inaugural episode, host Steve Cichon sits with St. John Neumann, who helped establish several churches in the Buffalo area before the Diocese of Buffalo was formally established.
Apr 03, 2023•37 min
Our final program, featuring reflections on humor by Father John Mergenhagen and humorous songs from Father Bill Quinlivan. www.frbillsings.com
Jan 25, 2019•32 min
3rd Sunday in Ordinary Time part 2 Fr. Richard DiGiulio celebrated 50 years a priest with a Mass at St. John’s in Alden on Sunday, June 30, 2019. Here are the final 2 Catholic Today programs he recorded for us.
Jan 25, 2019•9 min
3rd Sunday in Ordinary Time Gospel and reflection Fr. Richard DiGiulio celebrated 50 years a priest with a Mass at St. John’s in Alden on Sunday, June 30, 2019. Here are the final 2 Catholic Today programs he recorded for us.
Jan 25, 2019•10 min
2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time Gospel and reflection
Jan 18, 2019•10 min
2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time Part 2
Jan 18, 2019•10 min
Early last year we did a program on the song, Against the Storm, produced as a benefit for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. The project has it's official CD release during the 4th annual Rock For The Cure at the Tralf Music Hall on Saturday, January 5. www.againstthestorm.org www.lls.org
Jan 02, 2019•33 min
More music and memories with Father Bill Quinlivan on both WNYCatholic Weekly and Catholic Today. Happy New Year!
Dec 26, 2018•32 min
Both Catholic Today and WNYCWeekly feature music and memories with Father Bill Quinlivan. Merry Christmas! www.frbillsings.com
Dec 21, 2018•32 min
Deacon Don Weigel discusses the 75th Anniversary of Catholic Relief Services. www.crs.org
Dec 14, 2018•30 min
For the 50th Anniversary of the death of Thomas Merton this week on December 10, we share a reading of this essay from his collection, Raids on the Unspeakable. Produced by Thomas Sluberski, we first aired it in 1995 and it remains a thought-provoking reflection particularly for Advent. www.tomsluberski.com
Dec 11, 2018•19 min
Amy Betros talks about the holiday season at St. Luke's Mission of Mercy.
Dec 06, 2018•30 min
Gala 22:6, the annual fund-raising dinner for Catholic School Scholarships. www.501auctions.com/gala226
Nov 30, 2018•30 min
With Father Richard Digiulio still enjoying his time off once again both Catholic Today and WNYCatholic Weekly will feature Father John Mergenhagen. With November being the month of All Souls he reflects on Purgatory and eternity, along with music from the Voices of Mercy from St. Luke's Mission of Mercy. www.stlukesmissionofmercy.org
Nov 02, 2018•26 min
Father Richard DiGIulio is on a brief hiatus for some much deserved time off so both Catholic Today and WNYCatholic Weekly feature a discussion with Father Greg Falhaber about a recent change in the Catholic Catechism of the the Catholic Church to the teaching on the death penalty. Also a reflection from Father John Merganhagen as we end both Respect Life Month and the month of the Rosary.
Oct 29, 2018•26 min
Father Michael Burzynski talks about a series of monthly Masses honoring Saints whose relics can found among the collection at St. John Gualbert Church and Diocesan Shrine.
Oct 11, 2018•26 min
Catholic Cemeteries director, Carmen Colao, discusses all the latest including new areas, open houses, and upcoming Masses and prayer services. www.buffalocatholiccemeteries.org
Oct 05, 2018•26 min
The latest goings on at Notre Dame Academy in South Buffalo, including their Oktoberfest on October 13, with principal, Tristan D'Angelo and Canonical Administrator, Rev. Bryan J. Zielenieski. www.notredamebuffalo.org
Sep 27, 2018•26 min
A discussion about chemical dependency and treatment options with Catholic Charities, as well the Msgr. Carr Clinics. www.ccwny.org/services/outpatient-clinic
Sep 20, 2018•26 min
Father Joseph Gatto, President-Rector of Christ the King Seminary, discusses the large class of men being ordained both Permanent and Transitional Deacons as well the annual Cure of Ars Awards dinner. www.curedinner.com www.cks.edu
Sep 15, 2018•26 min
Nancy and Deacon Thomas Scherr from the Office of Family Life talk about the upcoming annual Mass for those celebrating 50, 60 or 70 years of Marriage; also the need for married couples to share their story with engaged couples in the Journey Into Love program. www.buffalodiocese.org/family-life
Aug 30, 2018•30 min
Raymond Zientara, Executive Director of our Diocesan Holy Name Society, discuses their upcoming men's retreat taking place September 14-16 at Christ the King Seminary. www.buffalodiocese.org/holy-name-society
Aug 24, 2018•26 min
Cheryl Calire, Director of Pro-Life Activities, discusses a recent conference she presented at as well the latest legislative and ministry agendas.
Jul 26, 2018•30 min
The latest updates from the Sisters of Saint Francis of the Neumann Communities and info about this year's Burgers, Blues & Brews on Tuesday, August 14. https://sosf.org/burgers-blues-blues-tuesday-aug-14/
Jul 20, 2018•30 min
We discuss upcoming Healthy Baby Festivals with Katie Constantino, Catholic Charities WIC breastfeeding coordinator, and Kelly Fletcher, Erie County public health educator. https://www.ccwny.org/calendar/list/current_page,1/per_page,10
Jul 12, 2018•26 min
Amy Betros discusses upcoming summer events and projects at St. Luke's Mission of Mercy and reflects on the passing of co-founder and co-director, Norm Paolini. www.stlukesmissionofmercy.org
Jul 05, 2018•30 min
Since Father DiGiulio needed some time off this week and we weren't able to record his reflections ahead of time, Lorie Duquin joins us again on both WNYCWeekly and Catholic Today to talk about her latest book, The Catholic Grandparents Handbook. bookstore.wau.org/The-Catholic-Grandparents-Handbook-Creative-Ways-to-Show-Love-Share-Faith-and-Have-Fun-P321.aspx
Jun 15, 2018•30 min
An update on implementing initiatives from last year's Convocation of Catholic Leaders: The Joy of the Gospel in America. www.evangelizebuffalo.org www.usccb.org/issues-and-action/get-involved/meetings-and-events/convocation-2017/index.cfm
Jun 08, 2018•30 min
Father James Vacco, OFM, honorary chairperson for this year's Catholic Communication Campaign in our parishes June 9-10. https://www.buffalodiocese.org/communications http://www.usccb.org/catholic-giving/opportunities-for-giving/catholic-communication-campaign/
Jun 01, 2018•32 min
Learning about the new summer program from Youth and Young Adult Ministry, On The Road, with co-directors Amanda Castonguay and Kaitlin Garrity.
May 25, 2018•29 min