Talking Catholic

In this episode of Talking Catholic, hosts Marianela Núñez and Mike Bress welcome María del Amo, Director of Hispanic and Latino Engagement at the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA), for an inspiring conversation about faith, culture, and the future of Catholic education.Together, they explore the growing importance of Hispanic and Latino families in Catholic schools, the challenges and opportunities surrounding enrollment and engagement, and how schools can move beyond simply welcoming families to creating a true sense of belonging. María also highlights NCEA's Sueños & Success Hispanic Heritage Month initiative and shares how Catholic schools can celebrate and support Hispanic communities throughout the year.Tune in for an insightful conversation about building stronger, more inclusive Catholic school communities rooted in faith, family, and a shared mission.Listen to Talking Catholic everywhere podcasts can be found, at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/talking-catholic, or catch us on Domestic Church Media radio (https://domesticchurchmedia.org) Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM.Follow us using our @TalkingCatholic handle on Facebook | Instagram | TikTok | X

On the latest episode of Talking Saints, Pete and Laurie learn a new word: cephalophore.  This term describes a martyred saint who is depicted carrying their own head.  Such was the case for St. Miniato, the first martyr of Florence.  Join the co-hosts as they discuss the extraordinary legend of this 3rd century saint and the century-old Basilica that bears his name.  Photo courtesy of Gabriel Akre.Listen to Talking Saints with Laurie Power and Pete Sanchez everywhere podcasts can be found and on the Talking Catholic website https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/show/talking-saints/. Follow us using our @TalkingCatholic handle on Facebook | Instagram | TikTok | X

This week’s Talking Catholic podcast features a special crossover episode as EmmaLee Italia, of the “Better Together” radio show on Domestic Church Media, joins cohost Jen Mauro.Inspired by the upcoming Oct. 24 “Feminine Genius Brunch,” author, speaker and podcaster Danielle Bean joins Jen and EmmaLee to discuss how God works through the joys, challenges, transitions and unexpected moments of a woman’s life.Danielle encourages women to recognize their inherent dignity, embrace their unique vocations and discover how their gifts can enrich their families, friendships, parishes and communities. Whether navigating young adulthood, marriage, motherhood, professional life, changing family roles or later stages of life, women are invited to see each chapter as an opportunity to grow closer to God.Danielle will present “Discovering God’s Purpose in the Different Seasons of a Woman’s Life” at the Feminine Genius Brunch on Oct. 24, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., at the St. John Neumann Pastoral Center in Piscataway. For more information, visit www.diometuchen.org/humanlifeanddignity.Listen to Talking Catholic everywhere podcasts can be found, at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/talking-catholic, or catch us on Domestic Church Media radio (https://domesticchurchmedia.org) Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM.Follow us using our @TalkingCatholic handle on Facebook | Instagram | TikTok | X

On this week’s episode of Talking Catholic, two Secular Franciscans from the Diocese of Camden stop by to visit with cohosts Mike Walsh and Jen Mauro.Kathy Agosto, OFS, of Our Lady of the Lakes Parish, Collings Lakes, and Daniela Lim,  director of religious education at Saint Teresa of Calcutta in Collingswood, discuss the Secular Franciscan Order and the community support it fosters, Franciscan spirituality and their call to live a life of humility, charity and service.Learn how you can discern if this order might be for you, and more about the two Franciscan fraternities in the Diocese of Camden – Christ the King at Christ the King Parish, Haddonfield, and Divine Mercy at Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish, Absecon. The Divine Mercy  fraternity is bilingual – Spanish and English.More information is available at https://www.secularfranciscansusa.org.Listen to Talking Catholic everywhere podcasts can be found, at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/talking-catholic, or catch us on Domestic Church Media radio (https://domesticchurchmedia.org) Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM.Follow us using our @TalkingCatholic handle on Facebook | Instagram | TikTok | X

What do Catholicism, science and our furry – and feathered or scaly – friends have in common? More than you might think!On this episode of Talking Catholic, veterinarian Dr. Emily King joins hosts Mike Walsh and Jen Mauro for a fun and fascinating conversation about faith, science and the animals who bring so much joy to our lives. You may already know Dr. King – the veterinarian from Indianna is also a social media influencer!There’s an added bonus guest, too, as Catholic Star Herald assistant editor/photographer Lori Nichols joins the show. A veterinary receptionist at Atlantic Animal Health Center in Galloway for years, Lori has a big heart for fostering or adopting special needs cats. She’s currently the parent to 10!From exploring what our Catholic faith says about creation to the science behind our beloved pets, this episode is sure to make you think, smile and maybe give your pet an extra treat!Follow Dr. King on Instagram @Dremilyking and TikTok @dr.emily.king, and visit her website at www.all-starvet.com. You can also read her recent appearance in the Catholic Star Herald article, “Pets give us another opportunity to look beyond ourselves.”Listen to Talking Catholic everywhere podcasts can be found, at https://talking.catholicstarherald.org/talking-catholic, or catch us on Domestic Church Media radio (https://domesticchurchmedia.org) Sundays at 11 AM or Mondays at 4 PM.Follow us using our @TalkingCatholic handle on Facebook | Instagram | TikTok | X