Around the Diocese

K of C Council 9282 Danny Cruz and District Deputy Willie Bryznyak tell us about how the Fourth Degree aligns with Patriotism and how the Local Assembly #1627 is planning to celebrate our nation’s 250th anniversary.

Executive Director Caroline Hartley and new Medical Director Dr.Ed Glynn stopped by the ATD microphone to give an update on their growing healthcare practice.  FIAT is a Christ-centered journey to reset your body, renew your spirit, and reclaim your well-being through Scripture, science and daily action. They are based in Williamson County.

Join us for an informative recap of Catholic Charities “Festival of Hope’ with Executive Director Judy Orr and a special Thank You from her to everyone.

Father John Sims Baker and Anthony Romeo of Holy Rosary Parish in Donelson discuss the new program they will be running on Nashville Catholic Radio featuring writings of Pope Leo 14. The new series will begin in April on Nashville Catholic Radio and will be featured in next month’s newsletter.

Knights of Columbus Council 9282 – Grand Knight Danny Cruz and Financial Secretary Joe Kovacks share many of the reasons this Council has earned the Council of the Year award an unprecedented two years in a row.

Episode 2 -The Living  mission of Saint Katherine Drexel in the community today with Princecilla Ridley, Director of Outreach Ministry at St. Vincent de Paul Parish.

Episode 1 -  Saint Katherine Drexel and her history in Nashville with Deacon Harry Guess of St. Vincent de Paul Parish.

The Ancient Order of Hibernians are busier than ever. Kevin Philbin is speaking about Charity causes, Fund Raising, The INN – Irish Network Nashville and the upcoming St. Patrick’s Day Parade.

Janette Howe National Director and Foundress of Magnificat talks about her history and the Breakfast Program at the Catholic Pastoral Center on March 7.

Guests are John McDevit and Meg Numovski of Regnum Christi who share information in this growing movement both Locally and Nationally.

Tennessee Catholic Conference Executive Director Rick Musacchio and Ron discuss the stance of the Dioceses of Tennessee with regard to the Death Penalty in the state.

Rosemary Geiger founded the local chapter of Magnificat in the Nashville area several years ago and has been involved with the program for over 30 years before moving to Nashville. She informs us all about the program and how women from our Diocese can become part of it.

Ashley Linville, Chief Development officer, and Planned Giving Specialist of the Office of Stewardship & Development of the Diocese of Nashville  Matt Wilson share ways  you can use your end of the year tax deductions to help your Parish and/or the Diocese.

Ancient Order of Hibernians members Willie Bryzniak and Kevin Philbin tell us about the First (of many to come) Irish Christmas Party and Toy Drive they are sponsoring December 6 at KHS Recital Hall (12020 Volunteer Dr. Mt Juliet off Golden Bear Gateway & I-40) from 6 – 9 PM. All toys brought to be donated to the Metro Police Christmas Toy Drive.

Tennessee Register Managing Editor and Diocese of Nashville Communications Director Jim Casey joins Ron to talk about his career, responsibilities and Diocesan communication periodicals he and his Team work on daily to educate and inform over 100,000 parishioners monthly.

Ashley Linville, Chief Development Officer, and Planned Giving Specialist of the Office of Stewardship & Development of the Diocese of Nashville  Matt Wilson discuss various ways Parishioners can invest monies to help their Parish and/or the Diocese for years to come.

Regina Caeli Academy's unique method offers both a strong family life enjoyed by homeschoolers and a formative, Socratic classroom experience for all students.  This unique Catholic learning experience for your children is really taking off here in Nashville. Hear Education Leader Olivia Hartman and Operations Leader Casey Johnson share all the good news of this exciting homeschooling opportunity.

Aquinas College’s Sienna Hall Conference Center Coordinator Mandy Broderick and her assistant Rachel Smola share the successes of the Center since it’s opening back in 2021. You will hear why Sienna Hall is a place to consider when planning your next meeting.

Founder and Executive Director Scott Weeman joins Ron to give an update about the program and the weekly meetings at St. Ann Parish in West Nashville. Listeners are invited to send in questions for a program to run in the Holiday Season. To ask Scott a question for the program, you may send your question to [email protected] or you can call in a question prior to November 1 to our NCR Listener Feedback Line  at 615-575-3999.

Tennessee Knights Insurance Director Daniel Schachle joins Ron to update our listeners on all the new insurance and investment opportunities. Tune in to hear how Knights of Columbus Catholic-Safe investments can be made through your current stock broker and learn about how the COR program can come to your Parish.

Deacon Bill Hill of both Holy Family and St. Vincent de Paul Parishes educates us on the only Saint to walk the streets of Nashville. He shares all about her struggles as an African American woman who wanted to share her financial wealth to help the plight of fellow African Americans and the Native American Indians.

Three experts explain why estate plans are vital. They also talk "next steps" and charitable giving. For more information about this topic, contact [email protected]. Guests: Greg Pope (CAO, Diocese of Nashville)John Roberts (CIO, Diocese of Nashville)Liz Poplin (SVP Wealth Management, Merrill Lynch)

Bill Smart – VP of Academic Affairs and Biology Professor, Aquinas Alumni and Audit Student Kay Hoover along with History Professor Vince Ryan discuss the educational opportunities available for “Audit” students to take courses at Aquinas College during every semester. Registration continues this week.

This Around The Diocese program features Ashley Linville, Chief Development Officer and Matt Wilson, Planned Giving Specialist, both of the Diocese of Nashville. They are presenting an early peek at the LIVE Make a Will Program to be presented by the Office of Stewardship and Development on the Monday August 18th 2025 at 12 noon and the great guests they have assembled to present to all who Zoom in or Listen to the program.

Tennessee Strong Families – Oscar Nunez of Catholic Charities tells us how this State run program benefits expectant families in the area when they are in need of about anything in their struggle in everyday life.

St.Ann’s is our featured Parish of the Month for May.  Hear all the good news about St. Ann’s from Father Fye, Pastoral Assistant and Director of Faith Formation Mandi Pitt-Read, Liturgical Music Coordinator Amy Finka and St. Ann School Principal Anna Rumfola.

Join Ron as he interviews our new Chief Administrative Officer Greg Pope who shares his history, his years with Nashville Public Radio, the many years he worked at Ascension Health Care and how he wound up leading the Diocese of Nashville.

Our Parish of the Month for April is St. Luke in Smyrna, TN. Join Father Phil Halliday, Deacon Jose Pineta, and Parish Council member Joann Speer as they share how their Parish has exploded (along with all of Rutherford County) in growth over the past 8 years.

Maddie de Aquino is a member of the team of Mons. Lucio Ruiz, Secretary of the Dicastery for Communications of the Holy See, as well as a community leader in the U.S., Canada, and other countries. She is empowering people to be digital missionaries, incorporating our Catholic faith to the content present online. She also discusses AI in our church.

Pastor Father Davis Chackaleckel, Parish Office Administrator Geana Larsen, Director of Youth Ministry Angie Bosio, and Ministry and Communications Director Judy Lilley tell us all about St. Stephen Catholic Community in Mt. Juliet, Old Hickory and Hermitage. This fast growing Parish is growing in tremendous people numbers and has the ministries to support it.

Another growing ministry from the Diocese Faith and Formation office is Totus Tuus. This summer ministry is taking shape again this year with all the missionaries lined up to lead Parish elementary age youngsters on a weeklong faith experience. Join Melissa Doyle, Assistant Director of Faith Formation, Ian Cawthon, Faith Formation Office & Event Coordinator (Totus Tuus Coordinator), and Mandy Pitt-Reed, St. Ann Parish Pastoral Assistant as they tell us how Totus Tuus is set up from a Parish and the Diocese.

Jose is the Hispanic Media Manager for the Diocese of Nashville. He talks about what he is doing to increase communication to the Hispanic population to increase awareness of all the opportunities available from our Diocese. Jose also shares some of his many goals for the future including his efforts to assist Nashville Catholic Radio’s outreach as well. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is part two of a Two-Part program with Nick Aguirre, Assistant Director of Faith Formation for Youth and Young Adults. Nick continues highlighting the many programs and opportunities for the people who make up the future of our church that are offered by this office in our Diocese.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is part one of a Two-Part program with Nick Aguirre, Assistant Director of Faith Formation for Youth and Young Adults. Nick takes us through all the many programs and opportunities for the people who make up the future of our church that are offered by this office in our Diocese.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mulier Care Update and their - 2025 Gala - Executive Director Maeghan Strobe and board Member Kathy Bulso bring our listeners up to date on the success of Mulier Care’s Pregnancy Care programs and share information about the upcoming Gala to be held to support their growing Ministry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tennessee Catholic Conference Executive Director Rick Musacchio brings us an update on the work planned for the 2025 Legislative session. The mission of the Tennessee Catholic Conference is to represent the Church and the state’s Catholic dioceses in public policy matters with the General Assembly, the Governor, and state agencies, advocating for laws and policies that reflect Gospel values and the social teachings of the Church.  The Tennessee Catholic Conference supports the Memphis, Knoxville, as well as the Nashville Diocesan efforts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hear inspiring insights from key speakers at the Eucharistic Conference held at the Nashville Diocesan Center. The program features engaging interviews with Dr. Lawrence Feingold, a renowned professor of theology; Lyndy Wynne, host of the "Mama’s in Spirit" podcast; Fr. Rafael Capó, a dynamic Eucharistic evangelist; and Diocese of Nashville priest, Fr. Gervan Menezes. Together, they share profound reflections on the beauty and power of the Eucharist in our Catholic faith.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Scott Weeman recently moved his family to the area from San Diego, CA. He his the founder of Catholic in Recovery which has significantly grown in helping Catholics in all forms of addiction like drugs, alcohol, pornography etc. It is a very interesting story to hear how Scott overcame many obstacles in order to help so many. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul Davis is President of now 100 year old Father Ryan High School. This program shares his own long personal history with Father ryan as well as the many celebrations that are happening throughout the school’s 100 year anniversary. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Director Rachel Hester shares the history and everyday operations of this outstanding service organization. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join Father Austin Gilstrap, Laura Sardagna, Jennifer Harris and Mitchell Price as they share all the great things happening at this fast growing Hendersonville Parish. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

President Gene Gillespie is joined by members Tripp Guthrie, Lloyd Crockett, and Bob Rudman as they ready for the 20th Anniversary Celebration of this very strong Serra Club which has raised millions of dollars for our Diocese. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join host Ron Fleitz and his special guest, The Most Reverend J. Mark Spalding, as our Bishop shares many of the accomplishments of his first 6 ½ years and some looks into the future of our dynamic Diocese of Nashville. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Parishioners Mary Obringer and Mathew Avila tell us all about the upcoming 2024 International Festival at our Clarksville, TN Parish. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pastor Father Richard Childress and School Principal Brady Forrest talk about the history and current happenings at our Gallatin, TN Parish. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Father John Sims Baker of Holy Rosary shares his recent pilgrimage to Our Lady of Guadeloupe near Mexico City and the Cristeros Martyrs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Katie Sigenthaler and Rachel Hester talk about “Room in the Inn’s” Founder Father Strobel’s new book to be released on September 17. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Father Luke Wilgenbusch goes through the process of a young man beginning his journey to the Priesthood up until his ordination. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Knights of Malta Philip Mauro and Anthony Falcone serve as co-hospitallers of the new Order here in the Nashville Region. Join us as they share their vision for the new order in our area. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What does Gotham have to do with faith and work? Area Businessman Barney Zeng and Vanderbilt Professor Phil Lim discuss a new faith-based program coming to business leaders in Nashville. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.