Best Diocese Of Paterson Podcasts (2024)

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54: How students connect faith and technology in high school 43:24

6h ago43:24

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Seven students from Pope John XXIII Regional High School in Sparta discuss producing their podcast, technology and the impact of artificial intelligence, leading spiritual retreats, and their student-led Bible study. Accompanied by Father John Calabro, chaplain and teacher at Pope John, and Brian Carlson, faculty adviser and chair of the business d…

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Episode 24: The Gaze of Rome and Freelance Priests 25:36

6h ago25:36

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In this episode we finally finish Chapter 6, talk about Fr. Cornelius Clifford, freelance priests, Margaret Sanger, and much, much more! Please comment your questions on this video! We will answer your questions on one of our episodes in the near future. If there's anything you'd like to ask Msgr. Kupke or Fr. Paul, please leave it in the comment s…

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53: Miracles in Lourdes: love and healing to the sick 40:48

3d ago40:48

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While every Catholic pilgrimage site offers a journey of spiritual wonder, the mission of a Lourdes pilgrimage is specific: bringing love and healing to the sick. On Beyond the Beacon episode 53, Bishop Kevin Sweeney discusses with Jai Agnish, diocesan communications director, his recent pilgrimage to Lourdes, France with the Order of Malta. In 185…

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52: The Catholic annulment: when love isn't happily ever after 44:22

4d ago44:22

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Sometimes, when a man and a woman enter a marriage with the best of intentions, it may still end badly. Thankfully, the Catholic Church has a process to determine if a marriage that ended badly may be declared invalid. The process is called an annulment. On Beyond the Beacon’s 52nd episode, Father Marc Mancini, judicial vicar of the Paterson Dioces…

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Episode 23: Broken Shards to Stained Glass Windows 27:04

5d ago27:04

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In this episode we continue with Chapter 6, talk about St. Paul's in Clifton, Pope John XXIII, and answer a question from a listener about the names of our high schools in the Diocese of Paterson. Please comment your questions on this video! We will answer your questions on one of our episodes in the near future. If there's anything you'd like to a…

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51: Bishop Kevin responds to new email and social media comments 51:12

18d ago51:12

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What is the right age for confirmation? Why was my priest assigned to a different parish? Should parish pastoral councils be mandatory? Is it OK to wash the feet of people in jail? Bishop Kevin Sweeney responds to these questions, critiques, and more in an episode dedicated entirely to feedback from our viewers, listeners, and social media communit…

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Episode 22: The KKK and the K of C 25:43

20d ago25:43

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In this episode of Coffee with Kupke, Fr. Paul and Msgr. Kupke continue to discuss the "never-ending" chapter 6 of Living Stones. Included in this episode are subjects like chicken fairs, Thomas Nast, the Ku Klux Klan, and the Knights of Columbus. Please comment your questions on this video! We will answer your questions on one of our episodes in t…

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50: The beautiful gift of faith-filled friendships 52:28

1M ago52:28

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What role does faith play when building friendships? This week on Beyond the Beacon’s 50th episode, a group of students, along with Colette Geraghty, campus minister, from Villa Walsh Academy (VWA) in Morristown, join Bishop Kevin J. Sweeney and Cecile Pagliarulo to discuss how faith can influence our choice in friends. The students, a mix of sopho…

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Episode 21 | Weird Diocese of Paterson: Part 1 24:17

2M ago24:17

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Please comment your questions on this video! We will answer your questions on one of our episodes in the near future. If there's anything you'd like to ask Msgr. Kupke or Fr. Paul, please leave it in the comment section on any of our videos, or email your questions to spiwinfo@patersondiocese.org Welcome to Coffee with Kupke! On Coffee with Kupke, …

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49: Now we journey with Jesus during Holy Week 33:38

2M ago33:38

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The Easter Season is an opportunity to renew our baptismal promises and recommit ourselves to Christ. For episode 49 of Beyond The Beacon, Bishop Kevin Sweeney reflects on the significance of Holy Week. Learn what it's like to experience Holy Week from the perspective of a bishop. As a bonus, discover what Bishop Kevin's favorite Holy Week Mass or …

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48: Sisterhood ministry brings love and hope to women after miscarriage 43:18

2M ago43:18

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What does “I am 1 in 4” mean? There’s a population of women who know exactly what this means firsthand. It means they lost a child through miscarriage. On Episode 48 of Beyond the Beacon, Jennifer Nelson joins Bishop Kevin J. Sweeney and Cecile Pagliarulo to discuss the Sisterhood of the Traveling Relics of St. Gianna, a prayer card ministry bonded…

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Episode 20: Wayward Girls & Singing Nuns 25:41

2M ago25:41

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Please, email us your questions! We will answer your questions on one of our episodes in the near future. If there's anything you'd like to ask Msgr. Kupke or Fr. Paul, please email your questions to spiwinfo@patersondiocese.org Welcome to Coffee with Kupke! On Coffee with Kupke, we have a cup of coffee and sit with diocesan archivist, Monsignor Ra…

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47: A beautiful faith breakthrough for a teen and his dad 43:42

2M ago43:42

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What's the secret to passing on the faith? A father and teenage son explore the nuances of this question and more with Bishop Kevin Sweeney and co-host Jai Agnish for episode 47 of Beyond The Beacon. Dennis Dalelio and his oldest son, Eli, -- close friends of Agnish's -- strive to live a life of faith, hope, and love in Vernon, N.J., where they liv…

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46: How church history inspires our faith now 41:44

3M ago41:44

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How can history inspire our faith? Bishop Kevin Sweeney and Jai Agnish visit Our Lady of the Magnificat in Kinnelon, N.J., for a remote podcast episode. On display in the church narthex is a giant museum-quality photo exhibition of the Shroud of Turin. Tune in to the video version of this episode for the full impact! This week's guest, Father Steve…

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Episode 19: The Education Boom 29:06

3M ago29:06

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Please email us your questions! We will be doing an episode dedicated to answering your questions in the near future. If there's anything you'd like to ask Msgr. Kupke or Fr. Paul, email your questions to spiwinfo@patersondiocese.org Welcome to Coffee with Kupke! On Coffee with Kupke, we have a cup of coffee and sit with diocesan archivist, Monsign…

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45: New synod listening sessions welcome everyone to the conversation! 41:06

3M ago41:06

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How do you have a "spiritual conversation?" Father Paul Manning and Maria Moncaleano join Bishop Kevin Sweeney and Jai Agnish to discuss the interim phase of the Synod on Synodality and new listening sessions. All are welcome to listening sessions hosted by the Diocese of Paterson in English or Spanish on Wednesday, March 13, at Reverend Brown Memo…

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44: Confession. What's the big deal? Do I really need to go? 49:14

3M ago49:14

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Lent -- and any time, really -- is an opportunity for us to consider the sacrament of reconciliation. Not only does penance free us from our sins, but it also challenges us to have the same kind of compassion and forgiveness for those who sin against us. All are invited to celebrate the gift of forgiveness in the sacrament of reconciliation (confes…

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Episode 18: Franciscan Residue 24:49

3M ago24:49

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On this episode of Coffee with Kupke, Fr. Paul and Msgr. Kupke continue to discuss the history of the Catholic Church in the Diocese of Paterson, New Jersey. Welcome to Coffee with Kupke! On Coffee with Kupke, we have a cup of coffee and sit with diocesan archivist, Monsignor Raymond Kupke Ph.D., to delve into the history of Catholicism in the Dioc…

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43: Love beyond words. What a Christian marriage really looks like 50:22

3M ago50:22

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Have you ever asked: How can I be a better husband? How can I be a better wife? We attempt to answer those questions and more. This week's guests are Brian and Eniola (Eni) Honsberger, a loving Catholic couple celebrating 15 years of marriage in April. In honor of the season of love (Valentine's Day, National Marriage Week, World Marriage Day), the…

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42: The Eucharist's impact on the spiritual life of young adults 46:48

3M ago46:48

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We welcome back Cecile Pagliarulo to discuss the Eucharist's impact on the spiritual life of young adults. Bishop Kevin Sweeney also announces a video contest for two trips to the National Eucharistic Congress in Indianapolis this summer. Cecile, who manages social media for the Diocese of Paterson, reveals the contest rules while reflecting on her…

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Episode 17 | Planes, Trains, Automobiles, and Submarines 27:46

3M ago27:46

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On this episode of Coffee with Kupke, Fr. Paul and Msgr. Kupke continue to discuss the history of the Catholic Church in the Diocese of Paterson, New Jersey in the early 1900's. Welcome to Coffee with Kupke! On Coffee with Kupke, we have a cup of coffee and sit with diocesan archivist, Monsignor Raymond Kupke Ph.D., to delve into the history of Cat…

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41: Jerry Jenkins had wild success in the '90s. Now it's happening again with his son & The Chosen 46:08

4M ago46:08

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Featured on this episode is 21-time bestselling author Jerry B. Jenkins who has written over 200 books, including his latest entitled, "The Chosen: And I Will Give You Rest." It's the third book in a series based on the record-breaking television series created by his son Dallas Jenkins. Jerry opens up about his son's success with The Chosen and wh…

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40: A vocation discernment retreat can offer the way forward 51:50

4M ago51:50

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Have you ever asked yourself, "What does God want me to do with my life?" The vocations office of the Diocese of Paterson is hosting a discernment retreat during the first weekend of March to help young men get a step closer to answering that question. For this episode, a young priest and a seminarian join Bishop Kevin Sweeney and Jai Agnish to dis…

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Episode 16 | Garden State: The Industrial Monolith 24:11

4M ago24:11

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Welcome to Coffee with Kupke! On Coffee with Kupke, we have a cup of coffee and sit with diocesan archivist, Monsignor Raymond Kupke Ph.D., to delve into the history of Catholicism in the Diocese of Paterson in New Jersey. Hosted by Fr. Paul Manning and Msgr. Raymond Kupke Ph.D. Producer: Joseph Ginexi St. Paul Inside the Walls is the Catholic Cent…

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39: Learning how to navigate social media with two students...and a teacher 43:44

4M ago43:44

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While Facebook was created in 2004 by a college student, fast forward 20 years later, several other social media apps reign superior for today’s youth. Two students and a teacher join Bishop Kevin Sweeney and guest co-host Cecile Pagliarulo to discuss social media. Caitlin Farley, a high school senior, and Emily Dymkowski, a high school junior, att…

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38: Love your animals and your neighbors, too 41:12

4M ago41:12

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Is Bishop Kevin a cat person or a dog person? Tune in to find out! Bishop Kevin Sweeney invites his Paterson neighbor, John DeCando, onto the show for a fun Beyond The Beacon episode about animals. Together with co-host Jai Agnish, they discuss their four-legged friends, and John recounts some amusing and heroic animal rescue stories from 50 years …

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Episode 15 | Slovaks, Rites, Revolution, and the Big Chlebowski 24:44

4M ago24:44

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Welcome to Coffee with Kupke! On Coffee with Kupke, we have a cup of coffee and sit with diocesan archivist, Monsignor Raymond Kupke Ph.D., to delve into the history of Catholicism in the Diocese of Paterson in New Jersey. Hosted by Fr. Paul Manning and Msgr. Raymond Kupke Ph.D. Producer: Joseph Ginexi St. Paul Inside the Walls is the Catholic Cent…

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37: Some great reasons to go to the National Eucharistic Congress 45:24

5M ago45:24

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On the first Beyond The Beacon episode of the new year, Bishop Kevin Sweeney and Jai Agnish are joined by Father Alex Nevitt -- a pilot and a French chef -- to discuss the upcoming pilgrimage to the National Eucharistic Congress in Indianapolis in July. Father Alex is coordinating our Diocesan participation in this historic event. We discussed the …

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36: How music ministers draw us closer to the Lord 47:34

5M ago47:34

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What is Bishop Kevin Sweeney's favorite Christmas carol? Tune in to find out! This week, for episode 36 of Beyond The Beacon (a podcast of the Diocese of Paterson, New Jersey), Bishop Kevin Sweeney and Jai Agnish are joined by two gifted music ministers for a discussion about music's impact on our faith. Preston Dibble is our long-time Director of …

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Christmas Special: A Very Kupke Christmas 27:01

5M ago27:01

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Welcome to Coffee with Kupke! On Coffee with Kupke, we have a cup of coffee and sit with diocesan archivist, Monsignor Raymond Kupke Ph.D., to delve into the history of Catholicism in the Diocese of Paterson in New Jersey. Hosted by Fr. Paul Manning and Msgr. Raymond Kupke Ph.D. Producer: Joseph Ginexi St. Paul Inside the Walls is the Catholic Cent…

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35: Hispanic Catholics and the joy in our faith 48:06

5M ago48:06

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Bishop Kevin Sweeney is joined by guest co-host Brian Honsberger for episode 35 of Beyond The Beacon, a podcast of the Diocese of Paterson, N.J. They explore the richness of the Hispanic Catholic experience with Maria Moncaleano, the director of the Office of Hispanic Ministry for the diocese. Honsberger is the executive director of the Office of E…

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Episode 14 | Paterson Poles: "Who's the Boss?" 23:37

6M ago23:37

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In Episode 14 of Coffee with Kupke, Fr. Paul and Msgr. Kupke discuss the influx of Polish people into the Diocese of Paterson, and their distrust of authority. Welcome to Coffee with Kupke! On Coffee with Kupke, we have a cup of coffee and sit with diocesan archivist, Monsignor Raymond Kupke Ph.D., to delve into the history of Catholicism in the Di…

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34: Powerhouse fundraiser and Catholic school principal join the bishop 41:50

6M ago41:50

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Join Bishop Kevin Sweeney and Communications Director Jai Agnish for episode 34 of Beyond The Beacon, a podcast of the Diocese of Paterson, N.J. Joining them this week for a passionate discussion about Catholic school education are Prudence Pigott and Lelia Pappas. Pigott is a powerhouse fundraiser for Catholic schools as president of Tri-County Sc…

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33: Bishop Kevin Sweeney talks gratitude, meeting with the U.S. bishops, NCYC, more 46:04

6M ago46:04

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Join Bishop Kevin Sweeney and Communications Director Jai Agnish for episode 33 of Beyond The Beacon, a podcast of the Diocese of Paterson, N.J. Bishop Sweeney gives a Thanksgiving message and reflects on what he is grateful for. In a wide-ranging interview, he discusses his experience at the November meeting of the United States Conference of Cath…

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Episode 13 | Paterson Italians & the Cradle of Anarchy 25:08

6M ago25:08

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In Episode 13 of Coffee with Kupke, Fr. Paul and Msgr. Kupke discuss the influx of Italians and their ministers into the Diocese of Paterson. Welcome to Coffee with Kupke! On Coffee with Kupke, we have a cup of coffee and sit with diocesan archivist, Monsignor Raymond Kupke Ph.D., to delve into the history of Catholicism in the Diocese of Paterson …

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32: Seminarian, priest, and bishop talk vocations 48:48

7M ago48:48

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Join Bishop Kevin Sweeney and Communications Director Jai Agnish for episode 32 of Beyond The Beacon, a podcast of the Diocese of Paterson, N.J. Seminarian Carlos Vargas and Father Charlie Lana -- assistant vocation director for the diocese -- talk priestly vocations as part of National Vocations Awareness Week. Vargas reflects on his call to the p…

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Episode 12 | Bellicose Bishop, Pugnacious Priests 23:46

7M ago23:46

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In Episode 12 of Coffee with Kupke, Fr. Paul and Msgr. Kupke discuss the bellicose Bishop Winand Wigger and the pugnacious priests under his charge. We also hear about the most interesting parish in the diocese, Our Lady of Victories in Paterson, among other topics. Welcome to Coffee with Kupke! On Coffee with Kupke, we have a cup of coffee and sit…

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31: Election Day and faithful citizenship with Jim King 46:28

7M ago46:28

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Join Bishop Kevin Sweeney and Communications Director Jai Agnish for episode 31 of Beyond The Beacon, a podcast of the Diocese of Paterson, N.J. With Election Day fast approaching, they discuss faithful citizenship with Jim King, executive director of the New Jersey Catholic Conference (NJCC). King shares his government work background and interest…

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30: 2 lay women discuss being ‘Mary’s Hands’ to those in need 43:16

7M ago43:16

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Join Bishop Kevin Sweeney and Communications Director Jai Agnish for episode 30 of Beyond The Beacon, a podcast of the Diocese of Paterson, N.J. They discuss Mary’s Hands, a social services ministry that operates out of St. Margaret of Scotland Parish in Morristown. Speaking about the ministry is Suzanne Toscano, director of administration, and Ter…

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Episode 11 | Advent of Immigration: 1881-1920 24:20

7M ago24:20

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In Episode 11 of Coffee with Kupke, Fr. Paul and Msgr. Kupke discuss many topics relating to the Church in New Jersey at the turn of the century. Welcome to Coffee with Kupke! On Coffee with Kupke, we have a cup of coffee and sit with diocesan archivist, Monsignor Raymond Kupke Ph.D., to delve into the history of Catholicism in the Diocese of Pater…

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29: Talking family life with Eniola Honsberger 39:46

7M ago39:46

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Join Bishop Kevin Sweeney and Communications Director Jai Agnish for episode 29 of Beyond The Beacon, a podcast of the Diocese of Paterson, N.J. They welcome Eniola Honsberger to discuss family life and our upcoming Respect Life Convocation on Oct. 28. Honsberger is the director of the Office of Family Life for the Diocese of Paterson and ministers…

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28: What is synodality? With Father Manning and Msgr. Kupke 39:20

7M ago39:20

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Join Bishop Kevin Sweeney and Communications Director Jai Agnish for episode 28 of Beyond The Beacon, a podcast of the Diocese of Paterson, N.J. They welcome fellow podcasters (Coffee with Kupke), Father Paul Manning, and Monsignor Ray Kupke to discuss the Synod on Synodality. Father Manning is the vicar for evangelization for the Diocese of Paters…

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Episode 10: McNulty, Memory, Mission, and America 27:50

8M ago27:50

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In Episode 10 of Coffee with Kupke, Fr. Paul and Msgr. Kupke conclude their discussion of Fr. William McNulty. Welcome to Coffee with Kupke! On Coffee with Kupke, we have a cup of coffee and sit with diocesan archivist, Monsignor Raymond Kupke Ph.D., to delve into the history of Catholicism in the Diocese of Paterson in New Jersey. Hosted by Fr. Pa…

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27: The impact of giving with Tim Potter 45:04

8M ago45:04

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Join Bishop Kevin Sweeney and Communications Director Jai Agnish for episode 27 of Beyond The Beacon, a podcast of the Diocese of Paterson, N.J. They welcome Tim Potter to the episode. Tim has been the Chief Development Officer for the Diocese of Paterson for 30 years. He is responsible for fundraising with the diocese, specifically with the Dioces…

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26: Witness for life with Br. Joachim Joseph, C.F.R., and Solanyi Rodriguez 49:02

8M ago49:02

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Join Bishop Kevin Sweeney and Communications Director Jai Agnish for episode 26 of Beyond The Beacon, a podcast of the Diocese of Paterson, N.J. They welcome Brother Joachim Joseph and Solanyi Rodriguez to discuss their efforts to promote a culture of respect for the dignity and value of every human life. Rodriguez is a pro-life sidewalk counselor …

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Episode 9 | McNulty: The Giant of Paterson 26:19

8M ago26:19

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Welcome to Coffee with Kupke! On Coffee with Kupke, we have a cup of coffee and sit with diocesan archivist, Monsignor Raymond Kupke Ph.D., to delve into the history of Catholicism in the Diocese of Paterson in New Jersey. Hosted by Fr. Paul Manning and Msgr. Raymond Kupke Ph.D. Producer: Joseph Ginexi St. Paul Inside the Walls is the Catholic Cent…

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25: Our role in addiction recovery: Keaton Douglas & iTHIRST 36:12

8M ago36:12

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Join Bishop Kevin Sweeney and Communications Director Jai Agnish for episode 25 of Beyond The Beacon, a podcast of the Diocese of Paterson, N.J. They welcome Keaton Douglas of the iTHIRST initiative to discuss spiritual healing and the Church's role in accompanying those in recovery from addiction. Thanks for listening! Be sure to like this episode…

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24: School can be fun. Pastor and principal of Assumption School in Morristown 32:36

8M ago32:36

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Join Bishop Kevin Sweeney and Communications Director Jai Agnish for episode 24 of Beyond The Beacon, a podcast of the Diocese of Paterson, N.J. They welcome the pastor and a principal from Assumption School in Morristown -- one of the Catholic schools of the diocese. Msgr. John E. Hart and Sister Merris Larkin, S.C., joyfully discuss the life of a…

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Episode 8 | Paterson's Cathedral: On Main and Grand 23:59

8M ago23:59

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In Episode 8 of Coffee with Kupke, Fr. Paul and Msgr. Kupke discuss Dean William McNulty, and the building of Paterson's cathedral: The Cathedral of St. John the Baptist. Welcome to Coffee with Kupke! On Coffee with Kupke, we have a cup of coffee and sit with diocesan archivist, Monsignor Raymond Kupke Ph.D., to delve into the history of Catholicis…

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23: Father Ed Reading on addiction, recovery, and spirituality 52:26

9M ago52:26

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Join Bishop Kevin Sweeney and Communications Director Jai Agnish for episode 23 of Beyond The Beacon, a podcast of the Diocese of Paterson, N.J. They welcome Father Ed Reading, a licensed clinical alcohol and drug counselor who serves in specialized ministry "healing the healers." Ordained in 1972, he has been serving as a worker priest in professi…

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