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Beyond The BeaconGet to know our new Respect Life CoordinatorSend us a textLearn how end-of-life hospital care led Alyssa Renovales to embark on her role as the new Respect Life Coordinator for the Diocese of Paterson. She also discusses graces she has experienced as a result of her involvement with the Corazón Puro ministry. Eniola Honsberger, director of the Office of Family Life, also joins Bishop Kevin Sweeney and guest co-host Brian Honsberger for this lively episode recorded at our St. Paul Inside the Walls Evangelization Center. Brian Honsberger is the executive director of Evangelization and director of Mission and Technology Integration for the d...2025-07-1036 minBeyond The BeaconClergy abuse survivor shares his powerful story of hope, healingSend us a textClergy abuse survivor Mark Joseph Williams joins Bishop Kevin J. Sweeney and Jai Agnish to share his powerful story of confronting the suffering caused by abuse. Williams is the author of “Torrent of Grace: A Catholic Survivor's Healing Journey after Clergy Abuse,” in which he details spiraling into substance abuse and shame in the aftermath of trauma. He finds hope and healing in a place few survivors would look—The Catholic Church. He is a forensic psychological clinician with an MS in Social Work from Columbia University. Williams co-founded Global Collaborative, a survivor-led organi...2025-06-1848 minBeyond The BeaconHow a men's retreat could result in a lifelong breakthroughSend us a textImagine if a spiritual retreat could have a life-changing impact on your life! For the guests of this episode, that is exactly what happened. Bishop Kevin J. Sweeney and Jai Agnish talk with Dick Freiberger and Frank Farrell, members of the Called to Courage men’s retreat group; and Father Dan Murphy, a retired priest of the Diocese of Paterson. The annual Called to Courage retreat is where men listen and speak from the heart, and develop lasting friendships and support systems. Show Notes:https://beaconnj.org/men-seek-living-catholic-holy-lives-at-called-to-courage-retreatEmail for...2025-06-0538 min
The Hinrich Foundation Trade PodcastSpecial Ep. - Unpacking the dollar's global dominanceIn this special edition of Current Accounts, the Hinrich Foundation’s podcast on global trade, the Association of Foreign Press Correspondents-USA sits down with Senior Research Fellow Stewart Paterson to unpack the US dollar’s global dominance and what we are still getting wrong. As the linchpin of the international monetary system, the US dollar’s role extends far beyond America's borders, influencing trade flows, shaping investment decisions, and anchoring global financial stability. Beneath the surface of this dominance lies a host of unresolved tensions, from sustained trade imbalances and currency misalignments to the political and economic strains...2025-06-0348 min
Real Life Mortgage SolutionsMPP info for Brokers and Clients Featuring Bart PatersonLen Lane sits down with Bart Paterson, Business Development Manager at Manulife, to explore the often-overlooked importance of life and disability insurance in the mortgage process. While many clients are familiar with default and title insurance that protect the lender and the property, Len and Bart emphasize that life and disability insurance protect the client by insuring their health, income, and long-term investment. Bart explains Manulife’s Mortgage Protection Plan (MPP), a flexible, portable insurance solution with fixed premiums that can provide peace of mind for homeowners facing unexpected life events, especially new homeowners. He...2025-05-2727 minBeyond The BeaconMission priest shares his love for serving in AlaskaSend us a textFather Kamil Kiszka joins Bishop Kevin J. Sweeney and Jai Agnish to discuss his unique calling to ministry in Alaska. The Polish priest often flies to parishes where parishioners haven't had Mass in months. There are funeral processions with snowmobiles, and afternoon ice fishing with Eskimo friends. Father Kiszka also opens up about the impact of darkness and isolation on his mental health and how he copes with discouragement.Show Notes:https://beaconnj.org/mission-priest-inspired-in-love-with-service-in-alaskaThanks for joining us! Please like and subscribe!Email questions and...2025-05-2241 minBeyond The BeaconHabemus Papam: Bishop Kevin discusses our new Pope: Leo XIVSend us a textBishop Kevin Sweeney shares his reaction to Pope Leo XIV's historic election. Our local church of Paterson rejoices with the Church throughout the world in the election of Cardinal Robert Prevost as the Successor to the blessed Apostle Peter. Jai Agnish co-hosts.Show Notes:https://beaconnj.org/statement-of-bishop-kevin-j-sweeney-bishop-of-paterson-on-the-election-of-his-holiness-pope-leo-xiv-may-8-2025Thanks for joining us! Please like and subscribe!Email questions and topic ideas to Bishop Kevin at beyond@patersondiocese.org.Produced by Jai Agnish, Bishop Kevin Sweeney, and Cecile Pagliarulo for the Diocese of Paterson...2025-05-0908 minBeyond The BeaconWe reflect on Pope Francis and look to the conclaveSend us a text This special episode reflects on Pope Francis's legacy and considers what the future might bring. Joining Bishop Kevin J. Sweeney and Jai Agnish is Msgr. Geno Sylva, to share joyful memories of his interactions with the Holy Father while working at the Vatican for many years. Msgr. Geno is the rector of the Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist in Paterson, N.J. He is also vicar for Special Projects and serves as a Vatican appointee to the Dicastery for Evangelization. Also appearing on this week's episode is Msgr. Raymond Kupke, pastor of S...2025-04-3038 minBeyond The BeaconUniversity students, president share perspective on growing as peopleSend us a textBishop Kevin Sweeney and Jai Agnish visit the beautiful campus of Saint Elizabeth University in Morris Township, N.J., for a remote episode recorded by students in the university's studio. Interviews include Dr. Gary B. Crosby, president of the Catholic university, and several students in different years of study. Hear their perspective about learning and growing, and what the day-to-day life of a college student is like. The participating students are Jonathan Ramos, Kristina Ashton, Melissa Evers, Nicolas DiSciascio, Ta'Nasha Samuels-Wilkerson, and Zaa'Min Jones.Show Notes:https://www.steu.edu2025-04-2453 minBeyond The BeaconBishop Kevin answers your new email and social media questionsSend us a textWhat's better? A slice of pizza from the city or Jersey? What's the bishop's favorite book of the Bible? Favorite parable? In his second "mailbag" episode, Bishop Kevin Sweeney fields various questions from our viewers, listeners, and social media community. Jai Agnish and Cecile Pagliarulo take turns putting these questions and comments to the bishop and adding their own. Some topics are on the lighter side; for others, Bishop Kevin offers a deeper perspective on parish life, community, and more!Email questions and topic ideas for Bishop Kevin to beyond@patersondiocese...2025-03-2643 minBeyond The BeaconWhat it's like to be young and Catholic nowSend us a textThree young adults share their experience of being Catholic in today's culture. Bishop Kevin Sweeney and Jai Agnish interview Michael Inguanti, David Martinez, and Matt Pana of the New Jersey chapter of Young Catholic Professionals. The organization offers a way for young workers in their 20s and 30s to go deeper into faith, life, and work. Its members seek authentic friendships, a richer sense of purpose, and personal and professional excellence. "Above all, we’re here to help inspire modern-day saints," YCP's mission statement states. Michael is president of YCP...2025-03-1238 minBeyond The BeaconOpportunities for God's grace in the season of LentSend us a textAs we look to Ash Wednesday and the beginning of Lent, Bishop Kevin Sweeney offers practical advice about the Lenten practices of fasting, almsgiving, and prayer. Guest Father Jared Brogan joins Bishop Kevin and Jai Agnish to help illuminate the meaning and purpose of these traditions. Lent is a 40-day season of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving that begins on Ash Wednesday and ends at sundown on Holy Thursday. It's a period of preparation to celebrate the Lord's Resurrection at Easter. Father Jared is the director of the Office of Worship for the Diocese...2025-02-2843 minBeyond The BeaconHow three people responded to their call to religious lifeSend us a textA religious sister and two brothers engage in a lively interview with Bishop Kevin Sweeney about how they discerned God's call to consecrated religious life. Sister of Christian Charity Chiara Marie Stimpfle, Franciscan Father John Aherne, and Franciscan Father of the Renewal Isaac Spinharney also share insights into prayer, retreats, and living in community. Bishop Kevin also reflects on the state of immigration enforcement in America and the recent letter from Pope Francis to the United States bishops expressing concern at mass deportations. "Are we treating each and every person like Jesus [and] a...2025-02-1444 minBeyond The BeaconHow this close-knit Catholic school community thrives nowSend us a textFor this remote episode, Bishop Kevin Sweeney and Jai Agnish visited All Saints Academy, a preschool through eighth-grade Catholic school of the Diocese of Paterson in Parsippany, N.J. The episode was recorded at St. Ann Church, where classes were being held temporarily. Joining them for interviews were Principal Leanne Gonzalez, Media Specialist Laura Carroll, and students Giulliana Lalo, Maggie Van Hoven, Matthew Sinche, and Grace Kwiatkowski. They discuss their close-knit school community, Catholic Schools Week, and learning and promoting "digital citizenship." After recording the episode, Bishop Kevin and Jai participated in a...2025-01-2332 minBeyond The BeaconHow to get involved in the Jubilee of 2025Send us a textPope Francis invites everyone to participate in the grace-filled Jubilee “Year of Hope,” which opens in Rome on Dec. 24, 2024, and in every diocese on Dec. 29, Feast of the Holy Family. Bishop Kevin Sweeney welcomes Sister Theresa Lee, F.M.A., and Brian Honsberger to the show to discuss the Diocesan-wide Jubilee events and liturgies, pilgrimages, education, and catechesis. Sister Theresa is the Chancellor and Diocesan Delegate for Religious, and Brian is the Executive Director of the Office of Evangelization and Diocesan Director for Mission and Technology Integration.Learn more here: https://rcdo...2024-12-2044 min