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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

EPISODE#194
OC CATHOLIC RADIO: THE DIOCESE OF ORANGE AND THE CORONAVIRUS

With the coronavirus outbreak, these are very trying times. We’re going to talk about it today on Orange County Catholic Radio. On this week’s program, host Rick Howick welcomes the Vicar-General for the Diocese of Orange, Msgr. Stephen Doktorczyk.

Together they discuss how we can go about navigating through this crisis that has impacted all of us – in ways few could have anticipated. We’ll also talk about how we can best use this time to build ourselves up spiritually, and grow closer to Our Lord.

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Originally broadcast on 3/28/20

EPISODE#193
OC CATHOLIC RADIO: HOST RICK HOWICK’S CONVERSION STORY

We have a very special treat for this edition of the Orange County Catholic program. Our host for over 4 years now, Rick Howick, has quite an interesting story about his own journey of faith.

Back in 2005, Rick was honored to be an in-studio guest on EWTN’s “Coming Home” TV show with host Marcus Grodi. You can still find this on Youtube!

Listen in to this very compelling conversation.

 

 

 

 

Originally broadcast on 3/14/20

EPISODE#192
OC CATHOLIC RADIO: CATHOLIC RELIEF SERVICES AND THE “CRS RICE BOWL”

Host Rick Howick interviews guests on a variety of topics. This week, Rick welcomes a couple of very special guests to the studio: Tung Truong and Maria Arroyo from Catholic Relief Services (CRS).

Tung has come to us by way of his home country of Vietnam, where he serves as a representative for CRS.

Be inspired by the incredible work being done because of our generosity – by this amazing relief organization!

 

 

 

 

 

 

Originally broadcast on 2/22/20

EPISODE#191
OC CATHOLIC RADIO: THE ANNUAL “CATHOLIC MAN OF THE YEAR” EVENT

Host Rick Howick interviews guests on a variety of topics. This week, Rick spends some time with good friend, Sheila Beingessner of St. Joseph Radio. They’ll be talking about the upcoming “Catholic Man of the Year” annual event, taking place in March.

This diocese-wide event is designed to honor those who do so much work behind the scenes.

They deserve to be honored!

 

 

 

 

 

Originally broadcast on 2/15/20

EPISODE#190
OC CATHOLIC RADIO: GUEST IS DEACON STEVE GRECO

Host Rick Howick, interviews guests on a variety of topics.

Today’s guest is Deacon Steve Greco, the host of the weekly radio show EMPOWERED BY THE SPIRIT, heard on Sundays at 12 noon on Relevant Radio. He’s also the founder and president of Spirit-Filled Hearts Ministry.

Rick and Deacon Steve discuss a variety of topics in this lively conversation, but the focus is primarily on some life-changing conferences that will take place in southern California in the coming weeks.

 

Give a listen and spread the word!

 

 

 

 

 

Originally broadcast on 1/25/20

EPISODE#189
OC CATHOLIC RADIO: GUESTS ARE GABRIELLA DOMINIC AND HANK EVERS

Host Rick Howick interviews guests on a variety of topics. On this week’s program, Rick welcomes two people who work right alongside us here at the Tower of Hope.

Each day, both Hank Evers and Gabriella Dominic are engaged in important work in the Strategic Marketing Department on the Christ Cathedral campus.

What exactly is ‘strategic marketing’ all about? And what does this have to do with Christ Cathedral and the Diocese of Orange at large? The answer is A LOT.

Truth is, there is just so much happening on this amazing campus that we have to make sure to be good stewards and get the word out!

 

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Originally broadcast on 1/18/20

EPISODE#188
OC CATHOLIC RADIO: GUEST JAMES DAY ON THE SISTINE CHAPEL EXHIBIT

Host Rick Howick interviews guests on a variety of topics. On this week’s program, Rick welcomes James Day as our in-studio guest.

James is literally our “next door neighbor” at OC Catholic Radio, as he is the Operations Director for EWTN’s west coast studios.

He is also quite a prolific writer, having recently penned a book about the transformation of Christ Cathedral and what this means for the Diocese of Orange.

Today, James shares about a fascinating series of articles that he has written about the Sistine Chapel Exhibit at Christ Cathedral. It is a must see!

 

 

Originally broadcast on 1/11/20

EPISODE#187
OC CATHOLIC RADIO: GUEST IS LINDA JI

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

On this episode, host Rick Howick 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 Pastoral Care for Families in All Stages.

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

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

 

 

Originally broadcast on 12/21/19

EPISODE#186
OC CATHOLIC RADIO: BISHOP KEVIN VANN ON ADVENT AND THE CHRISTMAS SEASON

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

On this episode, host Rick Howick welcomes our very own Bishop Kevin Vann back to the studio.

Our discussion centers around a variety of topics: Advent and the Christmas season; the latest goings-on at Christ Cathedral; and, fascinating stories of favorite Christmas traditions.

 

Tune in for a wonderful, heartfelt conversation! 

 

 

 

Originally broadcast on 12/7/19