On Pentecost Sunday, Father Scurti answers some emails and comments sent in by our audience.
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In the presence of members and clergy of the Diocese of Paterson, Bishop Arthur J. Serratelli ordained his “three sons” into the priesthood on Saturday, 28 May 2005. Celebrated on the day before the Solemnity of Corpus Christi, this is the first time the Bishop has ordained candidates to the priesthood in the Diocese of Paterson. This show presents the Responsorial Psalm, the Gospel Reading in English, and the Homily delivered by the Bishop. Show 2 of 2.
The second show focusing on the Liturgy of the Word includes all readings, the responsorial psalm, and the homily delivered by the Bishop. In his homily, the Bishop tackles such issues as the Church's crisis in vocations, and the importance of a life long commitment to Christ. Both shows include portions of interviews with Bishop Serratelli, Sr. Ascenza Tizzano (Filippini Provincial Superior), Sister Lillian Earnest (Formation Director), and Sister Laura herself.
OK, so Christmas is over – but that doesn’t mean you still can’t enjoy the sounds of the season. With so much material to work with, we had enough music from the Cathedral Concert Series to cut a second show – an Encore. Watch the second show in the series and enjoy Christmas at the Cathedral.
As part of our continuing series on Vocations, CCMCommunications proudly presents the first of its many remote recordings made with the new Remote Television Operations Center (RTOC), the Profession of Sister Laura Bezila to the Religious Teachers Filippini. A very beautiful event which parallels the Ordination of Priests, Deacons, and Bishops, the moving ceremony is to religious life what marriage is to laypeople.
Enjoy the Music of the Prince of Peace Chapel Community and Campus Ministry during Advent and year-round. Step into the Chapel in December and listen to the Morning and Evening Music Ministers, the Straight and Narrow Gospel Choir, the William Paterson Chamber Singers, and the Sigma Alpha Iota Women's Singing Fraternity.
A returning group, the Catholic Extension Society. Sr. Nancy Richer, a field Agent for the Society, shares with us the missions of Extension - including their newest program, providing support to the Archdiocese of the United States Military.
The Chrism Mass, held in the Diocese's Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist in Paterson NJ, is celebrated by Bishop Arthur J. Serratelli on the morning of Holy Thursday. In this mass, the Bishop blesses and consecrates the three oils - the Oil of the Sick, the Oil of Catechumens, and the Sacred Chrism - for distribution to parishes throughout the Church of Paterson. Also celebrating the institution of the Eucharist and of the Priesthood, the Diocesan Presbyteriate meets to renew their priestly promises.
Continuing our coverage of diocesan events throughout the area, the CCMCommunications Remote Television Operations Center and Crew made a trip to the Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist in Paterson, NJ to cover the 11th annual Cathedral Concert Series. This years event featured Patricia Dean, Eleanor Antonelli, Carol Dziuba, Richard Hilton, Robert Long and the Ars Musica Chorale , Dr. Michele Yampolsky and the Villa Walsh Academy Ensemble along with special guest artists.
With its headquarters in Chicago, the Catholic Extension Society has an important mission here in the United States. On one of his trips throughout the nation, Bishop William Houck, Catholic Extension president, stopped by to chat with Father Lou.
In the presence of members and clergy of the Diocese of Paterson, Bishop Arthur J. Serratelli ordained his “three sons” into the priesthood on Saturday, 28 May 2005. Celebrated on the day before the Solemnity of Corpus Christi, this is the first time the Bishop has ordained candidates to the priesthood in the Diocese of Paterson.This show focuses on the Rite of Ordination – the Litany of Saints, the Imposition of Hands, the Kiss of Peace.
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"The Word: Alive and Well, "Bishop Rodimer - 80 Years"
Bishop Rodimer turns 80, and sits down with Father Lou and talks about being a priest, chancellor, and bishop.
A huge initiative of the Diocese of Paterson and the Global Church as a whole in 2006 is a push for vocations. As part of the Diocesan Vocations Strategic Plan, CCMCommunications produced an 8 minute video that outlines the five points of 'Stirring into Flame'. Narrated by Bishop Serratelli, the video features a number of religious communities from within the Church of Paterson.
With guest, Dr. Jon Boshart, Chair of fine Arts at St. Peter's College in Jersey City, New Jersey. Jon is a returning guest, who chats with Father Lou About the Annunciation in Art throughout the past 2,000 years, from Titian to Martini. A very interesting, informative, and educational show.
"He Was a man of peace. In his lifetime, he received more praise and expressions of gratitude from the Jewish People than any other Bishop of Rome ... Yet, 60 years later, this Pope is burdened down by distortions about his so-called "silence." Pope Pius XII, the Bishop of Rome during the Second World War, has commonly been assailed as 'Hitler's Pope'. Author, expert, and historian Sr. Margherita Marchione gets on the set to talk about that falsity, and about the 'real Pius'.
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The National Museum of Catholic Art and History
Come with us and visit the National Museum of Catholic Art and History in Harlem, NYC. Take a tour and view the Icons, Paintings, Pictures, and Sculptures with Father Lou and curator, Peggy McGuire.
Watch the entire cut of the 2006 Cathedral Concert, "Christmas at the Cathedral, hosted by Artistic Director, Father Edward G. Lambro. One of the highlights of the production year, this event brings the joyful music of Christmas together with marvelous views of the Cathedral of St. John in Paterson NJ.
The Crisis in Darfur is the rallying cry for human rights activists in the US and around the world for over 3 years. But, unfortunately, much of the world including the UN has turned their back to assisting the small African region. Watch, and find out why the United States has sent billions in aid to the Sudan to assist in putting a stop to what has been called 'the worlds largest humanitarian disaster." This show ties that theme in with Lent and Ash Wednesday.
This award winning episode covers the history of the show, and how it is important to use new media to evangelize.
A short look at what the parishioners and students at the Prince of Peace Chapel accomplished in May 2007 on their trip to New Orleans. Full show to come!
A look at how The Word: Alive and Well has changed over the years, for the better, with former director Laura O'Neil, who worked on the show from 1994 - 1999.
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