THE 2010
DIOCESE DIRECTORY
IS ALMOST GONE! A limited amount of 2010 Diocese of Colorado Springs Directory books are now available for free at your parish or for purchase through The Colorado Catholic Herald.
BISHOP SHERIDAN PRESENTS: Bishop Emeritus Richard Hanifen
KFEL 970 AM Air Date: Aug. 21, 2010 This may be the most highly anticipated show yet... Bishop Sheridan sat down in early August with his predecessor, Bishop Emeritus Richard Hanifen, for an entertaining, engaging show that touched on topics ranging from Vatican II to attending World Youth Day to their vocations stories (including memories of some pre-seminary dating experiences). This is a very special opportunity to hear a diocese's only two bishops sit back and discuss various faith topics. Special thanks to Bishop Hanifen for taking the time to participate in this show. We hope to have you back again.
BISHOP SHERIDAN PRESENTS: Realities and Myths of Natural Family Planning
KFEL 970 AM Air Date: Aug. 14, 2010 On the heels of Natural Family Planning Awareness Week in late July, Bishop Michael Sheridan brought in NFP teachers Charlie and Christine McIntyre to talk about the truths and myths surrounding NFP, as well as to share some of the common questions they get from couples in their classes. This is a show you'll want to pass on to any family member or friend who struggles with or rejects this teaching.
BISHOP SHERIDAN PRESENTS: Catholic Radio Network's Inaugural Priest and Seminarian Appreciation Day
KFEL 970 AM Air Date: July 28, 2010 Bishop Sheridan focus this episode on Catholic Radio Network, without whom we'd have no Catholic radio stations in Colorado, and the inaugural Priests and Seminarians Appreciation Day that will be held Aug. 9 at The Broadmoor Country Club and St. Paul Church in Colorado Springs. Bishop interviews three people who were involved in the planning: Catholic Radio Network Colorado station manager John Koenig, Diocese of Colorado Springs director of marketing and special events Mary Theresa Thomas, and Stefania Elsmore of Denver, who put together a friendly Texas Hold 'Em tournament for those who don't want to golf. They talk about the many fun facets of the day and also share some favorite stories about priests they know and the impacts they have.
BISHOP SHERIDAN PRESENTS: Immigration reform and the "Arizona Law"
KFEL 970 AM Air Date: July 7, 2010 Next to the state of the economy, the issue of immigration reform is the hottest topic in the country. Tension in the discussion has elevated over the recent passing and enforcement of what is being dubbed the "Arizona Law" (listen to find out just what the law is about). Bishop Sheridan leads a nuanced discussion of this explosive issue with Colorado Catholic Conference executive director Jennifer Kraska and Diocesan Vicar for Hispanic Ministry and St. Mary Cathedral Pastor Father Francisco Quezada. Before you conclude that this show will just be a discussion about the need for amnesty, give it a listen... you may surprised.
BISHOP SHERIDAN PRESENTS: Religious freedom in America
KFEL 970 AM Air Date: June 30, 2010 Is there a push to limit or do away with religious freedom in our country? Why should Americans guard with care this right? In a special Indepedence Day-themed show, Bishop Sheridan discusses the state of religious freedom on America with nationally recognized experts and Colorado Springs-based attorneys Martin Nussbaum and Eric Hall of Rothgerber, Lyons and Johnson.
On yet another very special episode, Bishop Michael Sheridan talks to recent college graduate Seth DeMoor of Buena Vista, who embarked on a very personal and ambitious bike tour from Florida to Colorado to record stories of faith from Catholics he met along the way. The final result is the inspiring Web site http://www.onebillionstories.com/. It’s a fascinating discussion, with a twist in the final segment!
BISHOP SHERIDAN PRESENTS: "Vianney" actor/creator Leonardo Defilippis
KFEL 970 AM Air Date: June 2, 2010 Welcome to Bishop Michael Sheridan's roundtable-format show, "Bishop Sheridan Presents." On this episode, originally aired June 2, 2010, Bishop Sheridan holds a special interview with Catholic actor Leonardo Defilippis, creator and lead actor for the Year for Priests play "Vianney" and many other popular plays and films on Jesus Christ and Catholic saints. In this special interview, conducted at Holy Apostles Church where "Vianney" was to be held two hours later, Bishop Sheridan asks Defilippis about his conversion stories both on the stage as a former Shakespearean actor and in his faith, as well as the impetus to "Vianney" and some powerful experiences he has had while touring the production across the country. It's a special insight into the Catholic arts that you won't want to miss, and it comes with a special bonus at the end: nearly 10 minutes of audio from the acclaimed play!
Welcome to Bishop Michael Sheridan's roundtable-format show, "Bishop Sheridan Presents." On this episode, originally aired May 26, 2010, Bishop Sheridan brought back Colorado Catholic Conference executive director Jennifer Kraska and local Catholic surgeon Dr. Peter Zimmer from our inaugural show to discuss health care reform now that the much-debated federal bill has become law. Many important questions are raised about the bill's contents and a discussion is waged on how Catholics should prepare for some of the elements that would contradict our faith.
Welcome to Bishop Michael Sheridan's roundtable-format show, "Bishop Sheridan Presents." On this episode, originally aired May 12, 2010, Bishop Sheridan sat down with Catholic philanthropist Tom Monaghan, who was in town May 4 to charter a new chapter of Legatus in Colorado Springs. Monaghan is the founder of Domino's Pizza as well as Ave Maria University and Law School in Florida, Ave Maria Singles Online and Legatus -- a faith formation apostolate for Catholic CEOs. He is also well known as a former owner of the Detroit Tigers (his autobiography, "Pizza Tiger," combines two of his passions). Monaghan talks about Legatus, his childhood as an orphan, his ascent to a pizza empire mogul to the creation of the above Catholic endeavours. It's a fascinating discussion that you won't want to miss.
Welcome to Bishop Michael Sheridan's roundtable-format show, "Bishop Sheridan Presents." On this episode, originally aired May 5, 2010, Bishop Sheridan sat down during the Rocky Mountain Catholic Men's Conference with renowned Catholic bioethicist and priest Father Tad Pacholczyk, director of education at the National Catholic Bioethics Center in Philadelphia. Bishop Sheridan and Father Tad talk about a wide range of important issues, including in vitro fertilization and other reproductive technologie, that affect Catholics today. Father Tad also writes a monthly column, "Making Sense of Bioethics," that runs in The Colorado Catholic Herald and is archived on this site (just copy and paste the column title into the search box).
Welcome to Bishop Michael Sheridan's roundtable-format show, "Bishop Sheridan Presents." On this episode, originally aired April 28, 2010, Bishop Sheridan talks with two couples about the special role of St. Gianna Molla in their lives. For each couple, St. Gianna's intercession played a crucial role in miraculous births of daughters and in preserving the lives of the mothers. Don't know anything about St. Gianna Molla? Then you will definitely want to tune in to hear this touching of story of a saint who lived in the 20th century. One interesting note, April 28 is the feast day of St. Gianna.
Welcome to Bishop Michael Sheridan's roundtable-format show, "Bishop Sheridan Presents." On this episode, originally aired March 13, 2010, Bishop Sheridan engages in a fascinating discussion on pop culture and the arts -- specifically movies and video games -- with two teachers from Kolbe Film School in Denver. Steve Baker (animation) and Don Creger (gaming) educate Bishop Sheridan on the state of their industries from their insider perspectives, talk about story structure and character development (i.e. what should a "hero" be for the Catholic artist?) and how Catholics can make a difference in the arts. Bishop Sheridan said he learned a lot from this show, and we're sure you'll appreciate it too.
Welcome to Bishop Michael Sheridan's roundtable-format show, "Bishop Sheridan Presents." On this episode, originally aired March 3, 2010, Archbishop Timothy Broglio of the Archdiocese for the Military, Services U.S.A., took time out of a brief visit to chat with Bishop Sheridan about the unique life of a Catholic military chaplain, the challenges chaplains face in light of current military engagements around the world, the recent controversy over religious expression at the Air Force Academy and more.
Welcome to Bishop Michael Sheridan's roundtable-format show, "Bishop Sheridan Presents." On this episode, originally aired Feb. 24, 2010, Bishop Sheridan has a very special guest, popular lecturer, writer and papal biographer George Weigel, senior fellow of the Ethics and Public Policy Center in Washngton, D.C.In this lively discussion, Weigel shares personal anecdotes about his time with Pope John Paul II in the making of the biography "Witness to Hope," talks about the state of Catholic universities and addresses the recent issue of politicians who tout their Catholicism while publicly dissenting on church teachings. All this and more on Bishop Sheridan Presents!
BISHOP SHERIDAN PRESENTS: Returning God's Gifts 2010 Appeal
KFEL 970-AM 2-10-10 Air Date Welcome to Bishop Michael Sheridan's roundtable-format show, "Bishop Sheridan Presents." On this episode, originally aired Feb. 10, 2010, Bishop Sheridan chats about the diocesan annual appeal, Returning God's Gifts, with diocesan stewardship and development director Rob Faughnan; diocesan seminarian Joe Dygert; and Catholic Charities of Colorado Springs CEO and President Jason Christensen. In this roundtable, listeners learn about the nuts and bolts of the campaign, as well as stories of how the campaign has deeply affected many ministries and programs in the diocese.
BISHOP SHERIDAN PRESENTS: Rhodes Scholar Will Gohl/Discussion on Church's Teaching on Death Penalty
KFEL 970-AM 1-13-10 Air Date Welcome to Bishop Michael Sheridan's roundtable-format show, "Bishop Sheridan Presents." On this episode, originally aired Jan. 13, 2010, Bishop Sheridan has a one-on-one chat with 2010 Rhodes Scholar and St. Mary's High School graduate Will Gohl. Will is a senior at Regis University in Denver and also its student body president. Among the topics discussed at length is Will's senior thesis paper on the evolution of the Catholic Church's teaching on capital punishment.
Welcome to Bishop Michael Sheridan's roundtable-format show, "Bishop Sheridan Presents." On this episode, originally aired Jan. 6, 2010, Bishop Sheridan has a discussion with representatives of Wyoming Catholic College: Father Robert Cook, president; Mark Randall, vice president of development; and freshmen Molly Genereux and Carolyn Crabtree (both native Coloradans). In this discussion, Bishop Sheridan explores the unique curriculum and lifestyle one will find at the Lander-based college.
Welcome to Bishop Michael Sheridan's roundtable-format show, "Bishop Sheridan Presents." On this episode, originally aired Dec. 23, 2009, Bishop Sheridan has a one-on-one chat with Dr. Ted Sri, provost and professor at Augustine Institute in Denver and one of the country's top Scripture scholars and apologetics speakers. Bishop Sheridan and Dr. Sri hold an engaging discussion on common questions people have regarding the Catholic Church's reverence for Mary, the mother of Jesus.
BISHOP SHERIDAN PRESENTS: Catholic Church Welcomes Anglicans With New Arrangement
KFEL 970-AM 12-16-09 Air Date Welcome to Bishop Michael Sheridan's roundtable-format show, "Bishop Sheridan Presents." On this roundtable, originally aired Dec. 16, 2009, Bishop Sheridan discusses Pope Benedict XVI's recent announcment that the Catholic Church has created a special structure to welcome those Anglicans who wish to unite with Rome. Joining Bishop Sheridan for this informative and engaging discussion are Dr. Tim Fuller, a professor at Colorado College in Colorado Springs and a recent convert to Catholicism from Anglicanism, and Father Michael O'Donnell, an Anglican priest in Colorado Springs.
BISHOP SHERIDAN PRESENTS: Catholics Come Home
KFEL 970-AM 12-9-09 Air Date Welcome to Bishop Michael Sheridan's new roundtable-format show, "Bishop Sheridan Presents." On this roundtable, originally aired Dec. 9, 2009, Bishop Sheridan discusses the Catholics Come Home, a highly touted, new program aimed at bringing back fallen away Catholics that launches Dec. 18.Guests include: Father Paul Wicker, pastor of Holy Apostles Parish in Colorado Springs; Art and Katheleen Nutter, members of Holy Apostles Parish and promoters of CCH; and Rob Faughnan, diocesan director of stewardship and development.
BISHOP SHERIDAN PRESENTS:
Our Lady of Guadalupe and Hispanic Ministry in the Diocese
KFEL-970 AM 11-25-09 Air Date Welcome to Bishop Michael Sheridan's new roundtable-format show, "Bishop Sheridan Presents." On this roundtable, originally aired Nov. 25, 2009, Bishop Sheridan discusses the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe (Dec. 12) and the current mission of Hispanic Ministry in our diocese with Father Francisco Quezada, diocesan vicar for Hispanics and rector of St. Mary Cathedral.
BISHOP SHERIDAN PRESENTS: Vocations
KFEL 11-18-09 Air Date Welcome to Bishop Michael Sheridan's new roundtable-format show, "Bishop Sheridan Presents." On this roundtable, aired Nov. 18, 2009, Bishop Sheridan discusses vocations to the priesthood and religious lfie with Father Jim Williams, diocesan director of vocations; Joe Dygert, diocesan seminarian; and Dave O'Keefe, a member of the Serra Club of Colorado Springs and contributor of local priest profiles to The Colorado Catholic Herald.
BISHOP SHERIDAN PRESENTS: Health Care Reform
KFEL 11-11-09 Air Date Listen to the debut of Bishop Michael Sheridan's new roundtable-format show, "Bishop Sheridan Presents." On this roundtable, aired Nov. 11, 2009, Bishop Sheridan discussed health care reform with Dr. Peter Zimmer, a Colorado Springs-based Catholic physician, and Jennifer Kraska, executive director of the Colorado Catholic Conference.
CLICK HERE to listen to the eighth episode of "Ask the Bishop," a show on KFEL-970 AM where Bishop Michael Sheridan answers questions about his life and the faith. The show is produced by The Colorado Catholic Herald and Catholic Radio Network/KFEL.
This episode, recorded in February 2008, is the second of two parts about the topics of sin and penance.
CLICK HERE to listen to the seventh episode of "Ask the Bishop," a show on KFEL-970 AM where Bishop Michael Sheridan answers questions about his life and the faith. The show is produced by The Colorado Catholic Herald and Catholic Radio Network/KFEL.
This episode, recorded in February 2008, is the first of two parts about the topics of sin and penance.
AUDIO: Aug. 16 Immigration Symposium - Holy Cross Father Dan Groody CLICK HERE to listen to a talk on immigration by Holy Cross Father Dan Groody, a professor of theology and director of the Center of Latino Spirituality and Culture at the University of Notre Dame University. Father Groody's presentation was part of a symposium, "Towards a Spirituality of Justice: A Day on Immigration," sponsored by Catholic Charities of Colorado Springs Aug. 16 at Sacred Heart Church's parish centerin Colorado Springs.
CLICK HERE to listen to a panel discussion on immigration with Colorado Springs Bishop Michael Sheridan; Colorado Catholic Conference executive director Jennifer Kraska; Holy Cross Father Dan Groody, a professor of theology and director of the Center of Latino Spirituality and Culture at the University of Notre Dame University; and Trinitarian Father Juan Molina, advocacy program coordinator for the southwest regional office of Catholic Relief Services. Jason Christensen, Catholic Charities of Colorado Springs executive director, moderated the discussion.
The panel discussion took place during a symposium, "Towards a Spirituality of Justice: A Day on Immigration," sponsored by Catholic Charities of Colorado Springs Aug. 16 at Sacred Heart Church's parish center in Colorado Springs.
CLICK HERE to listen to a forum on immigration with four candidates for the state's open U.S. Senate seat: Congressman Mark Udall, D-Colorado Springs; Republican candidate Bob Schaffer; Green Party candidate Bob Kinsey and American Constitution Party candidate Douglas "Dayhorse" Campbell. Tim Fuller, the Lloyd E. Worner Distinguished Service Professor at Colorado College in Colorado Springs, moderated the discussion.
The candidates' forum took place after a symposium, "Towards a Spirituality of Justice: A Day on Immigration," sponsored by Catholic Charities of Colorado Springs Aug. 16 at Sacred Heart Church's parish center in Colorado Springs.
CLICK HERE to listen to the first episodeof The Colorado Catholic Herald's Catholic finance podcast, "Living God's Gifts," by financial planner Chuck Maher, CFP. The inaugural eposide is titled, "God, or God's Gifts?"
Click on the link below to listen to Part One of Christopher West's talk, "Theology of the Body: Antidote to a Pornographic Culture" Dec. 4 at St. Patrick Church.
Sales of the talk are prohibited. To find out how to get a CD of the talk, contact the Herald office at editor@coloradocatholicherald.com or at 719-866-6451.
Click on the link below to listen to Part Two of Christopher West's talk, "Theology of the Body: Antidote to a Pornographic Culture" Dec. 4 at St. Patrick Church.
Sales of the talk are prohibited. To find out how to get a CD of the talk, contact the Herald office at editor@coloradocatholicherald.com or at 719-866-6451.
Click on the link below to listen to Cardinal Arinze's lecture, "The Apostolate Specific to the Lay Faithful" Sept 19 at Holy Apostles Church. The main lecture is streamed here. The Q&A afterward was not recorded.
