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EPISODE#231
OC CATHOLIC RADIO: GUEST IS DR. LOUISE DUNN OF THE NEW HOPE CRISIS HOTLINE

Host Rick Howick interviews guests on a variety of topics. On this week’s program, Rick is pleased to welcome back Dr. Louise Dunn of New Hope Ministries. New Hope is a landmark ministry housed in the ‘Tower of Hope’ on the Christ Cathedral campus, as its roots go back to 1968. Dr. Dunn will share some of the fascinating background story, and talk about the 24-hour New Hope crisis hotline. She will also share about the urgent need to find individuals who might be interested in becoming a volunteer to assist this vital ministry.

Originally broadcast on 6/26/21

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EPISODE#222
OC CATHOLIC RADIO: TRENDING WITH TIMMERIE – MILLENNIALS IN THE CHURCH

On this episode, host Rick Howick is thrilled to welcome back a dear friend to OC Catholic Radio.

Timmerie Geagea is a powerful and persuasive “millennial” voice for authentic feminism. We were fortunate to hear her well-informed views on our show today.

Catch her nationally syndicated radio show “Trending,” where she discusses popular current topics in the context of timeless Catholic values. You can stay in touch with Timmerie through her website radiotrending.com.

Originally broadcast on 2/27/21

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EPISODE#212
OC CATHOLIC RADIO: GUEST IS AUTHOR KIMBERLY ZEMBER

Each week, we bring you compelling conversation with church leaders and laity.

Today, host Rick Howick welcomes a guest who has a fascinating life story to tell. Her name is Kimberly Zember; and, she has recently authored a book called Restless Heart: My Struggle with Life & Sexuality.

The publisher is Sophia Institute Press. Tune in and hear her share from her heart in this candid interview.

Tune in and SHARE!

Originally broadcast on 10/3/20

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EPISODE#208
OC CATHOLIC RADIO: FACEBOOK LIVE WITH BISHOP TIMOTHY FREYER AND FR AL BACA

In the world of “Facebook Live,” Bishop Timothy Freyer and Fr. Al Baca answer your questions. Please go to our Diocese of Orange Facebook page, click on the notifications, and you will be alerted each time we go LIVE.

Tune in and enjoy this dynamic and spiritually enriching conversation!

Originally broadcast on 8/8/20

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EPISODE#205
OC CATHOLIC RADIO: “FOCUS” COLLEGE CAMPUS MISSIONARIES

Each week, we bring you compelling conversation with church leaders and laity. Today, host Rick Howick welcomes Michal Sequeira and Zach Fiedler. These are young people who have a call to minister to their peers on college campuses.

FOCUS stands for “The Fellowship of Catholic University Students.” Over 700 Focus Missionaries are currently active on college campuses all over the U.S. today.

This kind of work is desperately needed in today’s society, and they need our support and prayers!

Please listen and SHARE this podcast!

FMI, go to: focus.com/give

Originally broadcast on 7/11/20

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EPISODE#201
OC CATHOLIC RADIO: SPECIAL EDITION “OUR JOURNEY BACK..”

This is a very special podcast-only edition of Orange County Catholic Radio!

Lend an ear as host Rick Howick welcomes Auxiliary Bishop Timothy Freyer back to the studio – to discuss the re-opening plan for our parishes in the Diocese of Orange.

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Originally broadcast on 6/5/20

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EPISODE #199
OC CATHOLIC RADIO: ONE OC PARISH + ONE SONG = YOUTUBE SENSATION

On today’s program, host Rick Howick welcomes our special guest, Andrew Everson to the studio. Andrew is the Director of Music at St. Joachim Church and School in Costa Mesa, CA. When the COVID-19 crisis struck and churches became closed to the public, Andrew was inspired to write a song. He did just that – and we’re going to talk about all the fascinating details behind “What a Great Day It Will Be: A Song of Hope.” In addition to Andrew, we’re also joined on the program today by two parishioners of St. Joachim who have been involved in a unique way during this process: Arianna Garcia and Cynthia Morehouse.

Here’s the link to the YouTube video: https://youtu.be/kz8GgrdUDf4

Originally broadcast on 5/23/20

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EPISODE#197
OC CATHOLIC RADIO: GUEST IS BISHOP KEVIN VANN

When we began producing the OC Catholic Radio Show in early 2015, many referred to this program as ‘The Bishop’s Hour.’ In other words, this broadcast would always be the vehicle where he could get the word out to the faithful, via the radio (and now podcast) airwaves.

On today’s show, host Rick Howick has the opportunity to catch up with our very own Bishop Kevin Vann. What is on his mind and heart during these days of the COVID-19 pandemic? Tune in and find out!

Originally broadcast on 5/2/20

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EPISODE#196
OC CATHOLIC RADIO: GUESTS ARE SEVERAL KEY MEMBERS OF THE OC DIOCESE PASTORAL TEAM

With the ongoing crisis regarding COVID-19 and shelter-in-place orders for most folks in the U.S., people have gotten creative in order to continue to move forward in education, business, ministry.. you name it!

It’s no different for those doing important work in the Diocese of Orange.

On this podcast, host Rick Howick had the opportunity to hop on a zoom meeting session with key staff members who work at the Pastoral Center at Christ Cathedral in Garden Grove.

Listen in, and hear about all the dynamic goings-on taking place, EVEN in these times of crisis!

Originally broadcast on 4/18/20

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EPISODE#195
OC CATHOLIC RADIO: GUEST IS BISHOP TIMOTHY FREYER – KEEPING YOUR FAITH STRONG IN THIS TIME OF CRISIS

Host Rick Howick welcomes our own Auxiliary Bishop Timothy Freyer back to the studios of OC Catholic Radio.

In this lively conversation, we’ll be talking about having hope in this time of great crisis all over the world. You will no doubt feel better after listening to this podcast.

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Originally broadcast on 4/4/20

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