Catholic Filmmakers Veronica DiPippo and Marc Aramian, producers of Father Ryan: A Higher Call, discuss their latest project He Named Him Adam, as well as their life in Hollywood, the roadblocks and challenges they encountered while working there, and their move to the Diocese of Knoxville.By Jim Wogan

The Diocese of Knoxville is helping form lay leaders for the Church by working with The University of Notre Dame and The McGrath Institute for Church Life. Lizzie Morris, an Echo Graduate Services student from Illinois joins us on this episode to speak about her work here in East Tennessee.

Loune Viaud, a Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights Award recipient, met with the Haiti Outreach Ministry at the Cathedral of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus. She joins Jim Wogan for this update on the situation in Haiti and the work of Partners in Health and the Haiti Outreach Ministry.

Jason Evert of the Chastity Project will be leading a family-based event at St. John Neumann Parish on Oct. 22. that invites parents, teens (13+), and all adults to learn about God's plan for love and consider the meaning of sex, gender, and the human body. This episode previews Jason's ministry and the event at SJN.…

Coinciding with the National Eucharistic Revival, the International Eucharistic Miracles Exhibit visits two parishes in the Diocese of Knoxville in September. This traveling exhibit contains an extensive assortment of photographs and historical descriptions of Eucharistic miracles recognized by the Catholic Church. Learn more with podcast host Jim …

The relics of St. Pio, Padre Pio of Pietrelcina, canonized in 2002 and one of the most discussed and intriguing religious figures of the 20th century, will visit the Diocese of Knoxville in September 2023. Founder and CEO of the Saint Pio Foundation Luciano Lamonarca, joins Jim Wogan from Italy for this discussion.…

New Catholic Schools Superintendent Mary Ann Deschaine discusses the upcoming academic year and addresses current issues affecting Catholic schools in the Diocese of Knoxville.By Diocese of Knoxville

Martin Vargas, executive director of the St. Mary's Legacy Clinic, discusses this unique and impactful healthcare ministry of the Diocese of Knoxville. How it works. How it's funded. Who it impacts. And where it's going.

How one parish, among others, is putting the call of Pope Francis' 2015 encyclical Laudato Si' (Caring for Our Common Home) into action.

Tyler Ross from the Diocese of Knoxville Tribunal discusses canon law, canon lawyers, and the work of the diocesan tribunal. Episode originally aired in 2020. https://dioknox.org/tribunalBy Diocese of Knoxville

Matt Webster, president of the Haiti Outreach Program, discusses the current situation in Haiti and how the ministry continues as it begins its third decade of work there.

The appearance of the Virgin Mary in Mexico in 1531 is one of few Marian apparitions acknowledged by the Vatican. Our discussion focuses on Our Lady's appearance, her message, and how we celebrate this feast in the Diocese of Knoxville almost 500 years after it occurred.

Diocesan School Superintendent Dr. Sedonna Prater had an unexpected and first-person encounter with history this summer. Her much-anticipated trip to Scotland came during the death and funeral of Queen Elizabeth II. In this episode, Dr. Prater shares stories of her experience and also gives an overview of the beginning of the 2022 academic year.…

Monsignor Robert (Bob) Hofstetter, a priest of 68 years and most recently the pastor of the Church of the Good Shepherd Parish in Newport, Tenn., passed away on July 7, 2022. He was 94. Emily Booker sat down with Monsignor Hofstetter in 2019 to discuss his life and vocation.

Mark Calvert, OCDS, president of the Third Order Secular Discalced Carmelites in Knoxville, talks about the history of the Carmelite order, Carmelite spirituality, and how lay people participate as members of a religious community.By Diocese of Knoxville

A bishop walking down the street almost gets hit on the head by a discarded Christmas tree on Dec. 26. Has the celebration really come to this? Sister Peter Miriam Dolan, RSM, discusses a better way to show our faith during the Christmas season.By Jim Wogan

Blanca Primm, director of the Office of Hispanic Ministry, discusses the challenges and beauty in serving the culturally diverse Hispanic communities in the Diocese of the Knoxville.By Diocese of Knoxville

Mallory Nygard, librarian for St. John Neumann School in Farragut, discusses the importance of children engaging in literature, especially in a Catholic environment. She also discusses her own writing and how reading and writing can help us process difficult situations. Ms. Nygard’s collection of poetry, “Pelican,” can be found at https://malloryny…

The Christian world joined soldiers of the Battle of Lepanto in praying for victory at the Battle of Lepanto in 1571. How can praying The Rosary help in our daily battles against sin and reinforce our faith in Christ? Join Sister Peter Miriam Dolan, RSM, for an insightful discussion on The Rosary.By Jim Wogan

Kathy DeAngelis, chair of the Leadership Commission for the Knoxville Diocesan Council of Catholic Women, talks about the importance of welcoming others and preparing leaders in our parish, ministry, or organizations.By Diocese of Knoxville

Why do we suffer, how do we suffer, and can something positive come from it? Sister Peter Miriam Dolan, RSM, director of Christian Formation for the Diocese of Knoxville offers useful insight and some quotes to ponder as we face this most human challenge.By Jim Wogan

Bishop Richard F. Stika discusses his busy summer, a recent pastoral letter, and of course, baseball season.By Jim Wogan

As a necessary step in the Cause for Sainthood for Father Patrick Ryan, the Diocese of Knoxville and the Basilica of Sts. Peter and Paul in Chattanooga are preparing to relocate the remains of Father Ryan to a new tomb at the basilica.By Jim Wogan

Sister Peter Miriam Dolan, RSM, discusses her new role as director of Christian formation for the Diocese of Knoxville, and her skills as a crab fisherman while serving in the Archdiocese of Seattle.By Jim Wogan

Bishop Stika appeared on the Hallerin Hill radio show on WOKI-FM in Knoxville on June 22 to discuss the recent USCCB decision to produce a document on the meaning of the Eucharist in the life of the Church.By Diocese of Knoxville

Ryan Seaver, an organist and senior at Knoxville Catholic High School, discusses his interest in the organ and the role the organ plays in church music. Ryan recently performed his senior recital at the Cathedral of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus. You can watch the performance here: https://youtu.be/D0JQOzEOCW8…

The profound testimony of a not-so-easy conversion to the Catholic faith by a man who now teaches others how to become Catholic at St. Therese of Lisieux Parish in Cleveland, Tenn.By Jim Wogan

Rick Grinstead, director of youth and young adult ministry for the Cathedral of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, talks about the challenges and joys of ministering to young adults today. He also discusses the St. Meinrad Young Adult Initiative, which is studying how to serve young adults in the Church.…

Father Arthur Torres, pastor of Our Lady of Perpetual Help, talks about his call to the priesthood and his journey from Colombia to East Tennessee.By Diocese of Knoxville

Father Randy Stice, Director of the Office of Worship and Liturgy, discusses how the liturgy of the Mass can instruct and form our faith.By Diocese of Knoxville

Father Randy Stice, Director of the Office of Worship and Liturgy, talks about understanding liturgy and how the Church has preserved her tradition of worship.By Diocese of Knoxville

Sister Mary Lisa Renfer, RSM, discusses her role as the new medical director of the St. Mary's Legacy Clinic, health care in rural areas of the Diocese of Knoxville, and the impact of COVID-19 on clinic operations.By Jim Wogan