For veterans facing homelessness or struggling to regain stability, knowing where to turn can make all the difference.This week, Jen and Mike speak with Susan Stevens, regional program coordinator for Catholic Charities of South Jersey’s Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF), along with Catholic Charities Executive Director Dr. Maria Elena Hallion and diocesan Director of Development Stacy Napolitano.Susan explains how SSVF helps veterans and their families secure or maintain housing while connecting them with the benefits, employment resources and community support they have earned through their service. From rental and utility assistance to help navigating the VA system, finding work and addressing the practical barriers that can keep a family from becoming self-sufficient, the program walks alongside veterans with dignity and compassion.The conversation also looks ahead to the Catholic Charities Annual Dinner, which raises funds to assist veterans and other clients with needs that grant-funded programs cannot cover. This year, Catholic Charities will present its Saint John Neumann Award to Bishop Joseph L. Coffey, an auxiliary bishop of the Archdiocese for the Military Services, USA. A retired Navy chaplain, Bishop Coffey served for 28 years and continues to provide pastoral care and sacramental support to veterans across the nation.Veterans and families in need of assistance can learn more about Supportive Services for Veteran Families or call 856-340-9242.To learn more about the Catholic Charities Annual Dinner, including tickets and sponsorship opportunities, visit catholiccharitiessouthjersey.org/ccad.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
For more than a decade, VITALity Catholic Healthcare Services has cared for the health of body, mind and spirit throughout South Jersey - and this fall, that mission continues with a full calendar of opportunities for connection, accompaniment and prayer.Mike Walsh sits down with VITALity Executive Director Nicole Keefer and Christine Willard, director of Senior Ministries and Marketing, to discuss the ministry’s work to combat loneliness and isolation through parish senior day centers, Calls of Joy, and Stephen Ministry. They also preview upcoming events, including the Stephen Ministry 50th anniversary celebration, the annual Mass honoring Catholics age 80 and older, and the White Mass celebrating healthcare professionals.Along the way, Nicole and Christine reflect on VITALity’s 10th anniversary, the memorable Way of Saint James Walk with the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage and the many staff members, volunteers and parish partners who make its mission possible. Learn how you can participate, volunteer or connect someone you love with VITALity’s services at vitality.camdendiocese.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
“The greatest love story of all time is contained in a tiny white Host.” Laurie and Pete are excited for this month’s Talking Saints, as they discuss the upcoming beatification of Venerable Fulton Sheen, an American, Catholic media pioneer known for his humor, wisdom and relatability. The two share how the bishop and Emmy winner captivated millions each week and the vital role that the Blessed Mother and Blessed Sacrament played in cultivating his evangelical heart. 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
What does it mean for coaching to be consider a ministry? This week on Talking Catholic, co-hosts Marianela Nunez and Mike Bress welcome Kristin Sheehan from the Play Like a Champion Today to discuss the Catholic identity and training program and its exciting new implementation with South Jersey Catholic elementary school athletics. Learn how this faith-based coaching program is helping coaches, athletes, and families build stronger teams rooted in sportsmanship, character, and Catholic values. We hope you come away knowing how our Catholic schools are helping our student-athletes play like champions—on and off the field!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
Fall is shaping up to be a busy season across the Diocese of Camden — and Mike Walsh and Jen Mauro are here to help you plan ahead.On this week’s Talking Catholic, Mike and Jen preview some of the diocesan events coming between now and November, including gatherings for young adults, opportunities to explore the permanent diaconate and prison ministry, the Blue Mass, the Diocesan Hispanic Celebration, the New Jersey March for Life and the Diocesan Marian Pilgrimage to Washington, D.C.They’re also putting out the call for some new voices on Talking Catholic. The podcast is looking for potential co-hosts who are engaged in the life of the Church — particularly in the areas of social justice and spirituality — and who can bring fresh perspectives, interesting guests and a willingness to join in the conversation.Along the way, Mike and Jen discuss podcast auditions, Mike’s resistance to becoming a deacon, Jen’s questionable pilgrimage footwear and why no one should ever expect Mike to schedule another Teams meeting.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