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Catholic Cornerstone

Catholic Cornerstone is a conversation series that shines a light on the everyday men and women who make up our vibrant Catholic community. Each episode explores the real stories behind their journeys of faith—how they’ve grown, served, struggled, and found God’s grace while living right here in our region. Through heartfelt interviews and shared experiences, Catholic Cornerstone builds connection, inspires hope, and reminds us that every life is a living witness to Christ.

Latest Episode 2026-07-31

Catholic Cornerstone - Happy Birthday Liz Murphy!


Welcome to this special replay of Catholic Cornerstone to celebrate the life of Liz Murphy, who will be celebrating her 100th birthday! Please join Melissa Savage as she speaks with Liz about her inspiring life story. We are pleased to honor Liz for this great milestone! https://divinemercyradio.org

Listen to our Previous Episodes

2026-07-28

Catholic Cornerstone - In Memory of Henry Zaytoun, Sr.


Please join Fr. James Garneau as he speaks with Dr. Henry Zaytoun, Sr., who passed away in May at the age of 102. Dr. Zaytoun was a pillar of the Catholic community in Eastern and Central North Carolina and was deeply devoted to his faith, family and the dental profession. We are pleased to honor his memory with this replay of the inaugural episode of Catholic Cornerstone from the fall of 2023. We include special memories from Henry (Jr.) and Mimi Zaytoun, and conclude with prayers for the repose of the soul of Dr. Zaytoun. https://divinemercyradio.org

2024-07-05

Mike Shea and his daughter Sr. Mary


Join Melissa as she gets to know Mike Shea along with his daughter Sr. Mary. Mike is a faithful member of Our Lady of Lourdes parish in Raleigh for decades and his love for his family and the people of Raleigh and beyond are shown through this interview. Hear all about how Mike's passion for spreading Christ's love throughout the area helped many others in their faith journey.

2024-05-10

Liz Murphy - St. Michael's Parish


Join Melissa as she gets to know Liz Murphy. Liz has lived in this Raleigh Diocese through 6 bishops and tells what life was like many decades ago. Tune in to listen to her stories of how her faith has grown over the years and how God has been walking this path with her throughout her life. She is joined by Father Alapaty and Deacon Brian Phillips from St. Michael's.

2024-03-29

Via Matris - Way of the Sorrowful Mother


Read by Melissa Savage and Richard Beebe

2024-01-26

Featured Host: Melissa Savage - Interviewing Guests: Andy and Jamie Oreffice - with Catholics Adopt Project


2023-12-29

Featured Host: Melissa Savage - Interviewing Guests: Fr. Benard Zulu, from Chipata Zambia + Deacon Josh Klickman - Diocese of Raleigh


2023-12-05

Featured Host: Brittany Makely - Interviewing Guest: Eric Genius - World Renowed Composer and Musican


2023-11-10

Featured Host: Fr. James Garneau - Interviewing Guest: Dr. Henry Zaytoun