Shows / Beyond The Beacon
Beyond The Beacon
Join Bishop Kevin Sweeney and Communications Director Jai Agnish of the Diocese of Paterson, N.J., as they discuss current events and topics relevant to the local Church in Paterson and the global Catholic Church. Bishop Sweeney answers questions from listeners, interviews guests, and shares reflections and insights helpful for all striving to live a life of faith, hope, and love.
Episodes
- Beyond The Beacon
What are the old and new ways Franciscans pass on the faith?
Each of our guests is a priest. One is a doctor and educator, another a future immigration lawyer, and the other has a heart for social justice at the border…
- Beyond The Beacon
Future priests discover their unique call at Quo Vadis retreat
Where are you going? In Latin, it translates to “Quo Vadis” and in Beyond The Beacon episode 60 learn what that means as we travel again on location to Shiloh…
- Beyond The Beacon
Addiction stole his big league career but sobriety gave him a new life
Former Major League Baseball pitcher and Paterson native Michael Jackson shares his remarkable story of making the big leagues, overcoming addiction, and going…
- Beyond The Beacon
58: 'Hollywood priest' ministers to the stars and makes films
Paulist Father Tom Gibbons, a New Jersey native, joins Bishop Kevin J. Sweeney and Jai Agnish to discuss ministering in Hollywood while producing and directing…
- Beyond The Beacon
57: A lifetime of saving babies and caring for mothers
On Beyond the Beacon episode 57, co-founder of Good Counsel Homes Christopher Bell speaks about the pro-life efforts of he and his wife Joan Andrews Bell for…
- Beyond The Beacon
56: Vibrant college for religious sisters transforms the world
“Teach a sister, touch the world!” This is the motto of Assumption College for Sisters, an accredited college sponsored by the Sisters of Christian Charity…
- Beyond The Beacon
55: Military chaplains explain the special significance of Memorial Day
Two priests join Bishop Kevin Sweeney and Jai Agnish to discuss what life is like as chaplains for the United States Armed Forces. Bishop Kevin also offers a…
- Beyond The Beacon
54: How students connect faith and technology in high school
Seven students from Pope John XXIII Regional High School in Sparta discuss producing their podcast, technology and the impact of artificial intelligence…
- Beyond The Beacon
53: Miracles in Lourdes: love and healing to the sick
While every Catholic pilgrimage site offers a journey of spiritual wonder, the mission of a Lourdes pilgrimage is specific: bringing love and healing to the…
- Beyond The Beacon
52: The Catholic annulment: when love isn't happily ever after
Sometimes, when a man and a woman enter a marriage with the best of intentions, it may still end badly. Thankfully, the Catholic Church has a process to…
- Beyond The Beacon
51: Bishop Kevin responds to new email and social media comments
What is the right age for confirmation? Why was my priest assigned to a different parish? Should parish pastoral councils be mandatory? Is it OK to wash the…
- Beyond The Beacon
50: The beautiful gift of faith-filled friendships
What role does faith play when building friendships? This week on Beyond the Beacon’s 50th episode, a group of students, along with Colette Geraghty, campus…
- Beyond The Beacon
49: Now we journey with Jesus during Holy Week
The Easter Season is an opportunity to renew our baptismal promises and recommit ourselves to Christ. For episode 49 of Beyond The Beacon, Bishop Kevin Sweeney…
- Beyond The Beacon
48: Sisterhood ministry brings love and hope to women after miscarriage
What does “I am 1 in 4” mean? There’s a population of women who know exactly what this means firsthand. It means they lost a child through miscarriage. On…
- Beyond The Beacon
47: A beautiful faith breakthrough for a teen and his dad
What's the secret to passing on the faith? A father and teenage son explore the nuances of this question and more with Bishop Kevin Sweeney and co-host Jai…
- Beyond The Beacon
46: How church history inspires our faith now
How can history inspire our faith? Bishop Kevin Sweeney and Jai Agnish visit Our Lady of the Magnificat in Kinnelon, N.J., for a remote podcast episode. On…
- Beyond The Beacon
45: New synod listening sessions welcome everyone to the conversation!
How do you have a "spiritual conversation?" Father Paul Manning and Maria Moncaleano join Bishop Kevin Sweeney and Jai Agnish to discuss the interim phase of…
- Beyond The Beacon
44: Confession. What's the big deal? Do I really need to go?
Lent -- and any time, really -- is an opportunity for us to consider the sacrament of reconciliation. Not only does penance free us from our sins, but it also…
- Beyond The Beacon
43: Love beyond words. What a Christian marriage really looks like
Have you ever asked: How can I be a better husband? How can I be a better wife? We attempt to answer those questions and more. This week's guests are Brian and…
- Beyond The Beacon
42: The Eucharist's impact on the spiritual life of young adults
We welcome back Cecile Pagliarulo to discuss the Eucharist's impact on the spiritual life of young adults. Bishop Kevin Sweeney also announces a video contest…
- Beyond The Beacon
41: Jerry Jenkins had wild success in the '90s. Now it's happening again with his son & The Chosen
Featured on this episode is 21-time bestselling author Jerry B. Jenkins who has written over 200 books, including his latest entitled, "The Chosen: And I Will…
- Beyond The Beacon
40: A vocation discernment retreat can offer the way forward
Have you ever asked yourself, "What does God want me to do with my life?" The vocations office of the Diocese of Paterson is hosting a discernment retreat…
- Beyond The Beacon
39: Learning how to navigate social media with two students...and a teacher
While Facebook was created in 2004 by a college student, fast forward 20 years later, several other social media apps reign superior for today’s youth. Two…
- Beyond The Beacon
38: Love your animals and your neighbors, too
Is Bishop Kevin a cat person or a dog person? Tune in to find out! Bishop Kevin Sweeney invites his Paterson neighbor, John DeCando, onto the show for a fun…
- Beyond The Beacon
37: Some great reasons to go to the National Eucharistic Congress
On the first Beyond The Beacon episode of the new year, Bishop Kevin Sweeney and Jai Agnish are joined by Father Alex Nevitt -- a pilot and a French chef -- to…
- Beyond The Beacon
36: How music ministers draw us closer to the Lord
What is Bishop Kevin Sweeney's favorite Christmas carol? Tune in to find out! This week, for episode 36 of Beyond The Beacon (a podcast of the Diocese of…
- Beyond The Beacon
35: Hispanic Catholics and the joy in our faith
Bishop Kevin Sweeney is joined by guest co-host Brian Honsberger for episode 35 of Beyond The Beacon, a podcast of the Diocese of Paterson, N.J. They explore…
- Beyond The Beacon
34: Powerhouse fundraiser and Catholic school principal join the bishop
Join Bishop Kevin Sweeney and Communications Director Jai Agnish for episode 34 of Beyond The Beacon, a podcast of the Diocese of Paterson, N.J. Joining them…
- Beyond The Beacon
33: Bishop Kevin Sweeney talks gratitude, meeting with the U.S. bishops, NCYC, more
Join Bishop Kevin Sweeney and Communications Director Jai Agnish for episode 33 of Beyond The Beacon, a podcast of the Diocese of Paterson, N.J. Bishop Sweeney…
- Beyond The Beacon
32: Seminarian, priest, and bishop talk vocations
Join Bishop Kevin Sweeney and Communications Director Jai Agnish for episode 32 of Beyond The Beacon, a podcast of the Diocese of Paterson, N.J. Seminarian…
- Beyond The Beacon
31: Election Day and faithful citizenship with Jim King
Join Bishop Kevin Sweeney and Communications Director Jai Agnish for episode 31 of Beyond The Beacon, a podcast of the Diocese of Paterson, N.J. With Election…
- Beyond The Beacon
30: 2 lay women discuss being ‘Mary’s Hands’ to those in need
Join Bishop Kevin Sweeney and Communications Director Jai Agnish for episode 30 of Beyond The Beacon, a podcast of the Diocese of Paterson, N.J. They discuss…
- Beyond The Beacon
29: Talking family life with Eniola Honsberger
Join Bishop Kevin Sweeney and Communications Director Jai Agnish for episode 29 of Beyond The Beacon, a podcast of the Diocese of Paterson, N.J. They welcome…
- Beyond The Beacon
28: What is synodality? With Father Manning and Msgr. Kupke
Join Bishop Kevin Sweeney and Communications Director Jai Agnish for episode 28 of Beyond The Beacon, a podcast of the Diocese of Paterson, N.J. They welcome…
- Beyond The Beacon
27: The impact of giving with Tim Potter
Join Bishop Kevin Sweeney and Communications Director Jai Agnish for episode 27 of Beyond The Beacon, a podcast of the Diocese of Paterson, N.J. They welcome…
- Beyond The Beacon
26: Witness for life with Br. Joachim Joseph, C.F.R., and Solanyi Rodriguez
Join Bishop Kevin Sweeney and Communications Director Jai Agnish for episode 26 of Beyond The Beacon, a podcast of the Diocese of Paterson, N.J. They welcome…
- Beyond The Beacon
25: Our role in addiction recovery: Keaton Douglas & iTHIRST
Join Bishop Kevin Sweeney and Communications Director Jai Agnish for episode 25 of Beyond The Beacon, a podcast of the Diocese of Paterson, N.J. They welcome…
- Beyond The Beacon
24: School can be fun. Pastor and principal of Assumption School in Morristown
Join Bishop Kevin Sweeney and Communications Director Jai Agnish for episode 24 of Beyond The Beacon, a podcast of the Diocese of Paterson, N.J. They welcome…
- Beyond The Beacon
23: Father Ed Reading on addiction, recovery, and spirituality
Join Bishop Kevin Sweeney and Communications Director Jai Agnish for episode 23 of Beyond The Beacon, a podcast of the Diocese of Paterson, N.J. They welcome…
- Beyond The Beacon
22: Brilla School, the Cathedral, and the 'Block of Mercy' in downtown Paterson
Join Bishop Kevin Sweeney and Communications Director Jai Agnish for episode 22 of Beyond The Beacon, a podcast of the Diocese of Paterson, N.J. They welcome…
- Beyond The Beacon
21: We are pilgrim people. An interview about our upcoming Marian pilgrimage to Washington, D.C.
Join Bishop Kevin Sweeney and Communications Director Jai Agnish for episode 21 of Beyond The Beacon, a podcast of the Diocese of Paterson, N.J. They welcome…
- Beyond The Beacon
20: On a mission! We hear from one of our parishes about service in Appalachia
Join Bishop Kevin Sweeney and Communications Director Jai Agnish for episode 20 of Beyond The Beacon, a podcast of the Diocese of Paterson, N.J. They welcome…
- Beyond The Beacon
19: Back from World Youth Day. Now what? With Crystal Guerrero
Join Bishop Kevin Sweeney and Communications Director Jai Agnish for episode 19 of Beyond The Beacon, a podcast of the Diocese of Paterson, N.J. Bishop Sweeney…
- Beyond The Beacon
18: Bishop Sweeney calls in from Lisbon, Portugal during World Youth Day 2023
Join Bishop Kevin Sweeney and Communications Director Jai Agnish for episode 18 of Beyond The Beacon, a podcast of the Diocese of Paterson, N.J. Bishop Sweeney…
- Beyond The Beacon
17: An interview with missionary priest Father Joseph Healey, M.M.
Join Bishop Kevin Sweeney and Communications Director Jai Agnish for episode 17 of Beyond The Beacon, a podcast of the Diocese of Paterson, N.J. They invite…
- Beyond The Beacon
16: Coffee with Kupke podcast
Join Bishop Kevin Sweeney and Communications Director Jai Agnish for episode 16 of Beyond The Beacon, a podcast of the Diocese of Paterson, N.J. They invite…
- Beyond The Beacon
15: Remote episode at Quo Vadis discernment retreat at Camp Shiloh; interviews galore
Join Bishop Kevin Sweeney and Communications Director Jai Agnish as they go on the road for episode 15 of Beyond The Beacon, a podcast of the Diocese of…
- Beyond The Beacon
14: Bishop Sweeney on sitting with Bishop Barron at USCCB assembly, Yogi-isms, religious freedom, more
Join Bishop Kevin Sweeney and Communications Director Jai Agnish for episode 14 of Beyond The Beacon, a podcast of the Diocese of Paterson, N.J. Bishop Sweeney…
- Beyond The Beacon
13: An interview with one of our new deacons and his wife
Join Bishop Kevin Sweeney and Communications Director Jai Agnish for episode 13 of Beyond The Beacon, a podcast of the Diocese of Paterson, N.J. Bishop Sweeney…
- Beyond The Beacon
12: Mary Baier on the joys and benefits of a Catholic School education
Join Bishop Kevin Sweeney and Communications Director Jai Agnish for episode 12 of Beyond The Beacon, a podcast of the Diocese of Paterson, N.J. Bishop Sweeney…
- Beyond The Beacon
11: Chris Brancato on feeding the hungry and the work of Catholic Charities
Join Bishop Kevin Sweeney and Communications Director Jai Agnish for episode 11 of Beyond The Beacon, a podcast of the Diocese of Paterson, N.J. Bishop Sweeney…
- Beyond The Beacon
10: Fr. Agustino Torres, C.F.R., on the Eucharist and youth ministry
Join Bishop Kevin Sweeney and Communications Director Jai Agnish for episode 10 of Beyond The Beacon, a podcast of the Diocese of Paterson, N.J. Bishop Sweeney…
- Beyond The Beacon
9: Two Catholic moms discuss their journey of faith and motherhood
Join Bishop Kevin Sweeney and Communications Director Jai Agnish for episode 9 of Beyond The Beacon, a podcast of the Diocese of Paterson, N.J. In honor of…
- Beyond The Beacon
8: Solanyi Rodriguez on walking with moms in need and the gift of life
Join Bishop Kevin Sweeney and Communications Director Jai Agnish for episode 8 of Beyond The Beacon, a podcast of the Diocese of Paterson, N.J. Bishop Sweeney…
- Beyond The Beacon
7: An interview with two of our newest priests about vocations
Join Bishop Kevin Sweeney and Communications Director Jai Agnish for episode 7 of Beyond The Beacon, a podcast of the Diocese of Paterson, N.J. This week…
- Beyond The Beacon
6: Fr. Frank O'Grady on tearful meeting with President Biden in Ireland
Join Bishop Kevin Sweeney and Communications Director Jai Agnish for episode 6 of Beyond The Beacon, a podcast of the Diocese of Paterson, N.J. On this week’s…
- Beyond The Beacon
5: MLK and U2, Chrism Mass and community, Holy Week
Join Bishop Kevin Sweeney and Communications Director Jai Agnish for episode 5 of Beyond The Beacon, a podcast of the Diocese of Paterson, N.J. Bishop Sweeney…
- Beyond The Beacon
4: Catholic Charities’ Scott Milliken on service
Join Bishop Kevin Sweeney and Communications Director Jai Agnish for episode 4 of Beyond the Beacon, a podcast of the Diocese of Paterson, N.J. They welcome…
- Beyond The Beacon
3: 'Run so as to win,' almsgiving, Catholic Charities, Catholic Schools
Join Bishop Kevin Sweeney and Communications Director Jai Agnish for episode 3 of Beyond the Beacon, a podcast of the Diocese of Paterson, N.J. Bishop Sweeney…
- Beyond The Beacon
2: Pope Francis, St. Patrick, Noche Blanca and Hispanic Ministry
Join Bishop Kevin Sweeney and Communications Director Jai Agnish for episode 2 of Beyond the Beacon, a podcast of the Diocese of Paterson, N.J. Bishop Sweeney…