Peace!

Our 21st-century world is a great stage on which some powerful religious dramas are playing. One of those dramatic encounters is between Christianity and Islam. I think it’s safe to say that, given the events of 9-11, the war in Iraq, and the ongoing struggles in other parts of the Middle East, it’s helpful for Catholics to learn more about the faith of our Muslim brothers and sisters. Our upcoming programs will help your listeners learn more about Islam and meet some fascinating contemporary Catholics who live out their faith in our world.

Thanks for your interest in our program!  We are committed to providing faith formation with a Franciscan flavor.

Father Greg Friedman, O.F.M.

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Highlights from this episode include:

St. Benedict

Doug Moore, a high school teacher in Lansing, Michigan, finds creative ways to teach his students about believing in their faith and living their faith. He takes them on service trips and stresses social justice.

May Catholics donate our bodies to science when we die? Did Judas go to hell for betraying Jesus? Does a human soul exist before conception?

The Stole

Sister Mary Margaret Funk, a Benedictine sister who has been a leading figure in Catholic/Muslim dialogue in this country, describes the five pillars of Islam and talks about the similarities and differences between Christianity and Islam. (Part I)

Highlights from this episode include:

St. Bonaventure

The Chancellor of the Diocese

Sister Mary Margaret Funk talks about the differences and similarities between Christianity and Islam. (Part II)