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HMWN Radio Maria is a Catholic Radio Station based in Toronto, ON. Our programming can be heard via our website through a live streaming service or by visiting our Audio-Archive section where one can listen to past programs. In addition to listening via our website, HMWN Radio Maria can be heard by purchasing a special modified radio.
Because Canadian law does not permit the broadcast of a 24 hour religious radio station on mainstream radio, we must continue to come up with alternative means of getting the message out.
We are a not for profit organization. We rely soley on the generosity of our listeners for the financial means required to run the station. Therefore no advertising is heard on HMWN Radio Maria.
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On September 20, 2008 HMWN Radio Maria volunteers came together to review the results of our recent 'Listener Survey'. Those present also took part in a brainstorming session focused on finding ways in which we can improve and expand the station. Alot of great ideas were shared, many insights were made and we are confident that over the next year many new improvements and growth will be made.
A couple of key points to note include the need for more volunteers and the need to make more people aware of us. These go hand in hand. We cannot do this alone and we need more help. The number of volunteer program hosts continues to grow, which we are thankful for. However we are in need of more help in the office, making phone calls, sending emails, sending letters, faxes and more. As more and more programs hosts join the team, we see the need for volunteers with computer skills to do audio editing, script writing, research, website design, graphic design and more. To get the word out there about HMWN Radio Maria we are going to need to make more of a presence in the parishes, therefore we need more parish volunteers.
There is lots of work to do as we continue on our mission of evangelization. If you or someone you know is interested in volunteering with HMWN Radio Maria in a positive Catholic environment, give us a call or send us an email.
HMWN Radio Maria
info@hmwn.net
416-245-0200
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Christian Agora Lecture Series
This Fall HMWN Radio Maria continues its series of monthly talks. This year's presentations will focus on "The Year of St. Paul". All lectures will be held at the Radio Maria studios. Located at 1247 Lawrence Ave. West, Toronto. For more information, call the station at 416-245-0200 or email info@hmwn.net. All talks are free of charge.
Past talks are available for listening in our Audio Archives.
upcoming talks:
Date: October 18, 2008 at 10:00 a.m.
Speaker: Fr. Francis G. Carpinelli, STL, ThD, St/ Augustine Seminary
Topic: St. Paul, Man of Worship
Date: November 8, 2008 at 10:00 a.m.
Speaker: M.R. Bishop Peter Hundt, SSL, DD, Auxiliary Bishop of Toronto.
Topic: Lessons For Everyone From the Life and Ministry of St. Paul.
Date: November 13, 2008 at 10:00 a.m.
Speaker: Fr. Walter M. Werbylo, CSB, STD, St. Augustines Seminary.
Topic: The Eschatology of St. Paul
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Upcoming Programs
Tune in to HMWN Radio Maria in the upcoming weeks for more great programming. The following are some samples of what you will hear.
An Interview with Rwandan Holocaust survivor and author Immaculee Ilibagiza.
Join Lou Iacobelli and his inspiring guest Immaculee Ilibagiza for another edition of Family Matters.
Part 1: Monday Oct. 28, 2008 at 12:30 p.m. - repeat airs Tuesday Oct. 29, 6:35p.m.
Part 2: Monday Nov. 3, 2008 at 12:30 p.m. - repeat airs Tuesday Nov. 4, 6:35p.m.
Community in Concert with Sharon Di Cecco
Thursday October 30th at 2:00 p.m.
Tune in on Thursday, October 30th at 2 o'clock when Sharon's guests will be Blue Veil, a dynamic group of young musicians on a mission to spread the Good News through song. www.blueveil.org
Community in Concert upcoming programs:
Thursday November 6th at 2:00 p.m.
See the world through the eyes of your heart with Intercordia Canada. Join Sharon as she welcomes guest Clara Fraschetti of Intercordia Canada. Founded by Jean Vanier, Intercordia Canada prepares young people to venture forth into underdeveloped countries in order to promote peace one heart at a time. www.intercordiacanada.org
Salesian Spirituality
Wednesday, Nov.12, 2008 at 11:00 p.m.
Join Fr. Joseph Occhio, SDB and Mrs. Debra Ferguson for an hour of Salesian Spirituality. Novembers program features stories about Don Bosco in his century.
Talks from the 2008 International Pro-Life Conference
HMWN Radio Maria has been given permission to broadcast talks given at the 2008 International Pro Life Conference held in Toronto from October 2-4.
The conference which was organized by Campaign Life Coalition, featured some of the the world's leading voices in the Pro-Life world.
Stay tuned to hmwn.net for air dates and program details or email info@hmwn.net for more information.
Some of the new programs coming to HMWN Radio Maria:
· "The Narrow Road" with Renato Ciolfi
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The History of Christianity" with Prof. Jessy Pagliaroli
· "The Year of St. Paul" articles written by Glen Argon, Editor of the Western Catholic Reporter
· A Bible study hosted by Brian Moccia
··Four programs from Author Andrew Young:
The Fruitful Servant, Parents, Peace!, Do Whatever Jesus Tells You, The Way through Mary
Check out the programming section of our website for more information.
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Christmas Cards
HMWN Radio Maria Christmas cards are now in stock. Cards are available in either English or Italian. A package of 10 is priced at $10.00. Packages include unique designs and faith filled messages on the inside of the card.
The money raised from selling the cards goes towards the maintenance and operating costs of Radio Maria Canada. 
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The Rosary in the Schools is back...!
The Rosary in the Schools Program has been received and continues to enjoy great success in many of our Catholic schools. October 2005 marked the beginning of our HMWN Radio Maria daily, live broadcasts of the Holy Rosary from an ever-expanding number of TCDSB (Toronto Catholic District School Board) and YCDSB (York Catholic District School Board) schools throughout the scholastic year.
 We continue to expand our list of participating schools and this 2008-2009 scholastic year marks the presence of 20 TCDSB and YCDSB schools presently involved. Schools include Pope John Paul II, Father John Kelly, St. Clement, St. John Bosco, San Marco, All Saints, Immaculate Conception, James Culnan, Mother Cabrini, St. Bernard, St. Clare, St. Fidelis, St. Jane Frances, St. Leo, St. Raphael, St. Robert, St. Thomas Aquinas and Transfiguration of our Lord. Thousands of students have participated in reciting the Holy Rosary, live on air, and have been touched by the power of prayer, while learning about the life of Jesus and His mother, Mary, through the mysteries of our faith.
Among the schools participating, all have found a renewed sense of community and fraternity. All our students express the same message of strengthening their faith, enriching their spiritual growth, and deepening their commitment and relationship with God, through their praying the Rosary. Visit the Rosary in the School section at www.hmwn.net/schoolrosary and read for yourselves the powerful words and testimonies from the mouths of our children.
Please join in, listen and pray with us between 1:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. daily during the school year, visit our Archives to listen to a past broadcast of the Rosary from a variety of our participating schools and/or listen to your children in an encore daily broadcast at 5:00 p.m.
It has been a positive experience for all those involved, and it is our hope that we continue to expand to include other elementary schools and students in the scholastic year 2008 -2009 .
We thank all those who are helping us to make this project a continued success.
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A new poster is coming...
Keep an eye out for our new poster. We are pleased to let you know we will be sending it out to all the parishes, various schools, and Catholic organizations around Toronto and the surrounding areas.
If you would like a copy for your organization, church group, youth group etc... call or email us.
416-245-0200
email: info@hmwn.net
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Click here to see a larger version.
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Audio Archive update
From month to month, one of the most popular sections on our website continues to be theAudio Archive feature. The Audio Archives contain links to [ast programs aired on HMWN Radio Maria. Although the Archive system in its current state has been a blessing to many we feel that some improvement are necessary.
In 2009, we will be unveiling our new Audio Archive system. Some of the key features will include:
· The option of downloading free MP3 files from the Archive system.
·A new search function which will allow people to search for programs by keyword, subject, program name, program host and more.
·An update to the way the archives are presented and displayed
· A list of the most recently added archives.
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We rely on your support!
Are you an HMWN Radio Maria listener? Have you or someone you know benefited from our prayer programs, catechesis, Agora Lecture series, music contests, Rosary in the School program, or one of our many other initiatives?
We ask you to please consider making a donation to HMWN Radio Maria.
HMWN Radio Maria is a non-profit organization and we rely heavily on the generosity of our listeners. Any amount helps. It may be a one time or monthly donation.
Donations can be made by mail, telephone, or online via our website.
When you donate you help to keep HMWN Radio Maria on the air as we continue to promote the Gospel message of joy and hope for the good of the whole family, the young, the adults, the old, the sick, and the lonely.
We are a registered Charity and tax receipts will be issued for all donations. Every dollar counts. Please consider supporting HMWN Radio Maria today.
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