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Vatican Insider

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Direct from the Eternal City, EWTN’s Joan Lewis speaks with Vatican officials and visitors about events affecting the Church and the world.

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Welcome to a new edition of Vatican Insider on this penultimate weekend in November! My guests in the interview segment this weekend are Aidan Gallagher, head of EWTN Ireland, and Jesuit Fr. Bernard McCuckian, principal narrator of “The Kingship of C... more

In part II of our conversation, my special guests are Marlene Watkins, founder of Our Lady of Lourdes Hospitality – North American Volunteers, and Bishop Douglas Lucia of Syracuse, New York, who is the chaplain for the group. Don't miss on this speci... more

My special guests this week in the interview segment are Marlene Watkins, founder of Our Lady of Lourdes Hospitality – North American Volunteers and Bishop Douglas Lucia of Syracuse, New York, who is the chaplain for the group. Join us!

Stay tuned for Part II of my conversation with Jesuit Fr. Thomas Merkel, president of the D.C.-based Gregorian University Foundation. This was established in 1972 with the aim of supporting Rome’s Pontifical Gregorian University through raising much-... more

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Marlene Watkins
Founder of Our Lady of Lourdes Hospitality, North American Volunteers
Our Lady of Lourdes Hospitality
Episode: A PILGRIMAGE WITH LOURDES VOLUNTEERS (Pt 1)
Bishop Douglas Lucia
Bishop of Syracuse, New York and chaplain for Lourdes volunteers
Diocese of Syracuse
Episode: A PILGRIMAGE WITH LOURDES VOLUNTEERS (Pt 1)
Father Thomas Merkel
President of the DC-based Gregorian University Foundation
Gregorian University Foundation
Episode: A VISIT TO THE GREGORIAN UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION PT2
Lisa Petrocelli
Volunteer for the Jubilee Year of Hope and secretary for Ecumenical and Interreligious Affairs at the Roman Catholic Diocese of Albany, New York.
Roman Catholic Diocese of Albany
Episode: THE LIFE OF A JUBILEE YEAR VOLUNTEER
Deacon Andy Orosco
A Native American Deacon active in the San Bernardino Diocese, overseeing Native American ministry.
Diocese of San Bernardino
Episode: DEACON ANDY AND A MINISTRY TO NATIVE AMERICANS
Roseanne Orosco
Wife of Deacon Andy Orosco, involved in his ministry efforts.
Episode: DEACON ANDY AND A MINISTRY TO NATIVE AMERICANS
Blythe Kaufman
An endodontist and founder of the Children's Rosary
Children's Rosary
Episode: THE CHILDREN’S ROSARY, GROWING AROUND THE WORLD
Asher Kaufman
Son of Blythe Kaufman, aspiring priest
Episode: THE CHILDREN’S ROSARY, GROWING AROUND THE WORLD
Johnny Vrba
Artist and creator of the 1,000-piece mosaic of Saint Carlo Acutis
Episode: AN AMERICAN ARTIST, A MOSAIC AND A MILLENNIAL SAINT

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Joan Lewis
Host covering Vatican events and engaging with various figures on topics relevant to the Catholic Church and community.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 41 ratings
  • Informative reporting

    This is much better quality than most EWTN shows. The reporting though still conservative is learned and informative. She selects interesting people and locations in Rome and tells the listener about them.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    London-Listener
    United Kingdom7 years ago
  • GOOD CATHOLIC PROGRAMS

    The programs are good, educational and help teach and build up the faith of the listener. These programs are well worth listening to.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bernard47
    United States16 years ago
  • Great

    This is a great way of keeping up with Church news if you are too busy to look up articles online or watch EWTN on TV.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kbarona
    United States16 years ago

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The program is praised for its educational nature and ability to connect listeners with updates on the Church and its events.

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THE LIFE OF A JUBILEE YEAR VOLUNTEER
Q: What would you say to people who are still kind of thinking of coming in October, November, December?
Lisa encourages people to volunteer if they can walk well, stating it's been the most amazing experience of her life.
THE LIFE OF A JUBILEE YEAR VOLUNTEER
Q: Can you tell us how you heard about being a volunteer?
Lisa learned about the volunteer opportunity from the Vatican website while working for the diocese and thought it was a great idea to apply, needing a priest's signature to complete the application.
ST. JOHN CANTIUS, THE STORY OF A CHICAGO PARISH
Q: What were you tasked with doing when you came to the parish?
I was tasked with revitalizing the parish, which at the time had very low attendance and was on the brink of being closed down.
ST. JOHN CANTIUS, THE STORY OF A CHICAGO PARISH
Q: Tell me a little bit about this parish. It's Polish, right?
Yes, it's a Polish foundation founded in 1893, and was initially part of a community known as the Polish Patch.
THE CHILDREN’S ROSARY, GROWING AROUND THE WORLD
Q: Tell me about the expansion, what countries you're in?
The Children's Rosary has groups established in the United States, Africa, particularly Uganda, and sees growth in Europe, particularly in Germany and Ireland.

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Focusing on the intricate relationships between faith, culture, and contemporary issues, this podcast offers insights into Catholicism through interviews with notable figures from the Church, including clergy, artists, and community leaders. Topics frequently addressed include the lives of saints, religious events, and historical reflections, revealing the intersection of tradition and modern practice within the Church. Unique storytelling through personal journeys, such as those of aspiring priests and art creators, highlights not only individual experiences but also broader themes of community engagement and spiritual growth. With its comprehensive coverage from the heart of Catholicism, the series likely attracts those seeking a deeper u... more

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Recent guests on Vatican Insider include:

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2. Bishop Douglas Lucia
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4. Lisa Petrocelli
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