EWTN Press Release: New Generation of Vocations

EWTN Celebrates A New Generation of Vocations

Plus Finding God in Nature Hikes,
the “Dramatic” Conversion of Orestes Brownson, & More

Irondale, AL – “What do I want to do with my life?” Author and Ignatian Scholar Fr. Timothy Gallagher invites those reflecting on their vocation to reconsider those words as: “What does God want me to do with my life?”   Watch “EWTN Bookmark” with Host Doug Keck to find out more about “Discerning the Will of God” when it airs at 9:30 a.m. ET, Sunday, August 4---only on EWTN!

Time to “Usher” in a new generation vocations!  Guest Jerry Usher joins “EWTN Live” Host Fr. Mitch Pacwa to discuss how the radio show “Vocation Boom!”--- which interviews priests, sisters, and lay people alike on their unique calling to serve Christ—is now being filmed as a new television series!  Ready or not, here comes the “Vocation Boom!” on “EWTN LIVE” at 8 p.m. ET, Wednesday, July 31—only on EWTN!

It’s EWTN’s Rio Recap! Our returning “Life on the Rock” Co-Hosts, Fr. Mark and Doug Barry, talk about what it was like to experience the future of the Church during their coverage of #WYD2013 in Rio de Janeiro!  No passport is required when “Life on Rock” takes you back to the future at 10 p.m. ET, Thursday, August 1—only on EWTN!

Small acts have the greatest impact: Despite being assigned to do menial tasks around his monastery, Fr. Solanus Casey preformed all of his duties with great humility, and was eventually recognized a devoted caregiver and healer! See why many attributed the cure to their illness to his care in the “Heroic Journey: The Life and Legacy of Fr. Solanus Casey!” Airs 2 p.m. ET, Thursday, August 1—only on EWTN!

There’s going to be some new faces around EWTN soon! Join the EWTN family in celebrating the Initiation Mass for the newest members of the Franciscan Friars of the Eternal Word at Our Lady of Angels Monastery! Please extend your prayers and support to these men LIVE at 8 a.m. ET, Friday August 2—only on EWTN!

How has so-called “sexual liberation” actually shackled society?  Franciscan University hosts a riveting discussion on the lasting effects  that contraception has had on our society—and why the Catholic Church is adamant against its use! Join Michael Hernon, Dr. Regis Martin, Dr. Scott Hahn, and Mary Eberstadt, author of “Adam and Eve: After the Pill,” when “Franciscan University Presents: Catholics in a Post-Liberation World.” Airs 10 p.m. ET, Sunday, August 4—only on EWTN!

The stage is set for a dramatic conversion! “Journey Home Host” Marcus Grodi is stepping back in time to interview political and social activist Orestes Brownson (portrayed by Kevin O’Brien) on his famous conversion to Catholicism!  Tune in for a theatrical reenactment of Orestes Brownson’s “Journey Home” at 8 p.m. ET, Monday, August 5—only on EWTN!

We have received “Our Marching Orders!” #WYD2013 veteran Fr. John Paul shares his thoughts on Pope Francis’ closing remarks for the youth.  Read more about Father’s take on the Pope’s call to action here! (http://bit.ly/160l0bd)

Take a hike! Following in the example of Blessed Pier Giorgio and Blessed Pope John Paul, Fr. Antoine takes his students up a rigorous hiking path to explore the beauty of God’s creation in nature! If you’re up early enough, rise and shine “To the Heights! Our Spiritual Ascent Towards God,” at 4 a.m. ET, Tuesday, August 6—only on EWTN!