Sister Marcia Klawon, OSF, retired from her teaching in late May, but leaves a legacy of art behind.“I’ve been teaching icon painting since 2003,” Sister Marcia said. “The last class was a four-day class extended over two weeks. It takes approximately 25 hours to paint an icon.”

Remember the name Max Hamberger. It might rank up there with Ken Burns, Morgan Spurlock and Michael Apted someday.

Catholic radio is one way Catholics can reach out to the community to spread the message of the Holy Spirit. Gregg Prince and Kevin A. Keenan regularly interview guests for “Western New York Catholic Weekly,” a program featuring a variety of topics that are pertinent and interesting.

It only makes sense to devote an entire “Our Daily Bread” show, hosted by Father Paul D. Seil, to the olive. On this show Father Seil prepares caponata, a Mediterranean style appetizer made from eggplant, olives, capers and a host of other delicious ingredients. Also on Father Seil’s menu are a bread dipping sauce and a creamy fig spread.

Daybreak TV Productions, the television wing of the Diocese of Buffalo, is looking to draw illumination into the issues affecting the disabled, how they celebrate their faith and what parishes can do to be more inclusive to these individuals, with a series of videos, public service announcements and programs.

On this month’s “Our Daily Bread,” host Father Paul D. Seil is alone in the kitchen talking about how food and faith have gone together for years.

Personal stories of the newly Blessed John Paul II are the focus of May’s “Matters of Faith,” as host Kevin A. Keenan welcomes guests who knew the previous pontiff personally, as well as those whose lives he has impacted from afar.

Looking back at 50 years of ministry, Brother Joseph Radice, FSC, has found being a part of the religious life has opened up a world of experiences for him.  From entering high school to meeting the president of the United States, his faith and relationship with the Christian Brothers proved to be door openers. In his autobiography, “Ticket to Heaven,” Brother Joseph recalls some of the ups and downs he has experienced in his 68 years.