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EPISODE #322
EMPOWERED BY THE SPIRIT: THE JOY OF CATHOLIC SCHOOLS

Deacon Steve Greco is a permanent deacon of the Diocese of Orange. He is founder of Spirit Filled Hearts Ministry, and host of Empowered by the Spirit. On this podcast episode, our very special guest is Dr. Erin Barisano, the Superintendent of Catholic Schools in the Diocese of Orange. Together they discuss the life-altering impact that Catholic schools can have on children and families.

For more, please visit spiritfilledevents.com

 

 

 

 

 

Originally broadcast on 10/23/22

EPISODE#259
OC CATHOLIC RADIO: CATHOLIC SCHOOLS IN THE DIOCESE OF ORANGE 2022-2023

Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio, featuring host Rick Howick.

On this week’s show, Rick welcomes Dr. Erin Barisano back to the program. Dr. Barisano is the Superintendent of Schools for the Diocese of Orange.

Our topic of discussion today will center on the state of Catholic education in Orange County. How are things looking as we embark on the 2022-2023 school year?

Tune in and be encouraged!

 

 

 

 

 

 

Originally broadcast on 9/3/22

EPISODE#257
OC CATHOLIC RADIO: THE CULTURAL CHALLENGE TO CATHOLICS

Each week, we bring you compelling conversation with church leaders and laity. Today, host Rick Howick welcomes back one of our favorite guests, Daryl Sequeira. Daryl is the former head of the theology department at Servite High School in Anaheim. He currently serves in Catholic education in the state of Arizona, where he resides with his family.

Today’s episode will be a discussion on where we are as a society in 2022. There are so many things going on in our culture today; and, a lot of these trends seem to be running contrary to Catholic faith and belief. On this podcast, Rick and Daryl provide us with a very thoughtful discussion on many of the issues that families are dealing with today.

Be sure to share this podcast!

 

 

 

 

 

 

Originally broadcast on 8/13/22

EPISODE #295
EMPOWERED BY THE SPIRIT: BISHOP KEVIN VANN ON THE JOY OF CHRISTMAS

It has become a holiday tradition to have our very own Bishop Kevin Vann join Deacon Steve Greco in the radio studio. On this podcast, the Bishop catches us up on some of the latest goings-on at Christ Cathedral; and, he shares some fascinating stories of some of his favorite Christmas traditions.

Tune in for a wonderful, heartfelt conversation! 

 

 

 

Originally broadcast on 12/26/21

EPISODE #291
EMPOWERED BY THE SPIRIT: WEDDING BANNS – A NEW PODCAST

On today’s entry, Deacon Steve Greco is excited to welcome married couple Deacon Angelo and Cindy Giambrone to the program. They have been married for more than 37 years; hence, they bring a lot of life experience to the table. They will be sharing about the joys and the challenges of married family life on their new podcast launch called “Wedding Banns.” You’ll be able to hear it on Spirit Filled Radio (spiritfilledradio.org) and on podcast exclusively (spiritfilledmedia.org).

Listen in, and get some practical tips on how you can enhance your marriage!

 

 

 

 

Originally broadcast on 11/21/21

EPISODE #287
EMPOWERED BY THE SPIRIT: PILGRIMAGE TO THE HEART OF ST JOSEPH

On today’s episode, Deacon Steve welcomes two members of the Spirit Filled Hearts team to the studio: Katie Hughes and Michael Aimola. This discussion is a follow-up to the recently completed St. Joseph Summit. It was really quite an amazing and successful online summit, that featured about 64 unique speakers. These included all three of our bishops here in the Diocese of Orange: Bishop Vann, Bishop Freyer, and Bishop Nguyen.

Tune in, and be inspired!

 

 

 

 

 

Originally broadcast on 10/17/21

EPISODE#229
OC CATHOLIC RADIO: CATHOLIC MAN OF THE YEAR FOR 2020

We have all heard stories that really affect us. You know the ones.. jaw-dropping testimonies that make you shake your head in awe. That is what you are about to experience on this edition of the OC Catholic Radio podcast.

Host Rick Howick has the honor, pleasure and privilege to welcome John Ballas to our studios today. John is a parishioner at St Martin De Porres parish in Yorba Linda, CA. He was recently awarded the honor of being named the “St. Joseph Radio Catholic Man of the Year” for 2020.

John has done some great work at the parish for a number of years. At the heart of it all is a story of heartbreak and tragedy in his family.

Be sure to share this podcast!

 

 

 

 

Originally broadcast on 6/5/21

EPISODE#54
CATHEDRAL SQUARE: GUEST IS LINDA JI – DIRECTOR OF THE OFFICE OF FAMILY LIFE IN THE DIOCESE OF ORANGE

On this episode, host Fr. Christopher Smith welcomes a guest who is making a real impact on the lives of many families throughout our diocese. Her name is Linda Ji; and, her title is Director of the Office of Family Life in the Diocese of Orange.

With a job title like that, one can only imagine all the hats that Linda wears each day.

Listen in.. and, be sure to share this podcast with a friend!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Original broadcast on 4/10/21

EPISODE#44
CATHEDRAL SQUARE: THE SAMOAN COMMUNITY AT CHRIST CATHEDRAL

Welcome to another episode of Cathedral Square featuring host Fr. Christopher Smith.

On this episode, Fr. Christopher welcomes a two wonderful parishioners of Christ Cathedral. They are brother and sister; and, happen to be part of a thriving Samoan community at the parish. Their names are Kelemete and Maria Talavou.

Do yourself a favor and tune in. You’ll be inspired to SHARE this podcast!

 

 

 

Originally broadcast on 11/28/20

EPISODE #252
EMPOWERED BY THE SPIRIT: THE PANDEMIC AND YOU

These are indeed troubling times. With all the quarantines, lockdowns and civil unrest, many of us find ourselves on stress overload! Deacon Steve Greco welcomes a guest today who will certainly help us to navigate through it all.

Her name is Michelle Woodward; and, she is a LMFT (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist) and a committed Catholic.

Be sure to listen and SHARE!

 

 

 

Originally broadcast on 8/2/2020