EWTN's 2017 Family Celebration Comes to New England!

Come to EWTN’s 2017 Family Celebration in Worcester, Mass. 
Celebrate The 100th Anniversary of Fatima With Headliners Such AsFr. Mitch Pacwa, Marcus Grodi, Susan Conroy,Fr. Maurice Emelu & Donna Marie Cooper O’Boyle

Irondale, AL (EWTN) – Celebrate the 100th Anniversary of Fatima with EWTN at the Network’s 2017 Family Celebration Sept. 9-10 at the DCU Convention Center in Worcester, Mass. Headliners include Father Mitch Pacwa (“EWTN Live”), Marcus Grodi (“The Journey Home”), Susan Conroy, Fr. Maurice Emelu, and Donna Marie Cooper O’Boyle.

EWTN's FREE 2017 Family Celebration comes to Worcester, Mass. Sept. 9-10. For more information, please go to www.ewtn.com/familycelebration

In addition, EWTN Chairman & CEO Michael P. Warsaw will host a not-to-be-missed Family Talk with EWTN President Doug Keck (“EWTN Bookmark”), EWTN Chaplain Father Joseph Mary Wolfe, the Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word, and more.

“My favorite part of every Celebration is meeting our EWTN Family members from near and far,” Warsaw said. “This Celebration is our thank you to them for their love and support throughout the years.”

Super EWTN fans at one of EWTN's annual Family Celebrations! This year, the EWTN Family Celebration arrives in Worcester, Mass. Sept. 9-10. For further information, go to www.ewtn.com/familycelebration

The headlining talks are only the beginning. Guests will also have the opportunity to be part of a studio audience for a taping of a special “EWTN Family Celebration Live Show,” celebrate Mass with Worcester Bishop Robert J. McManus and EWTN’s Friars, and meet EWTN hosts and authors while browsing the EWTN Religious Catalogue shop. 

Plus, there will be plenty of opportunity for Adoration and Confession, and children will be thrilled to meet some of their favorite characters from “EWTN Faith Factory.” EWTN Radio will broadcast live on-site throughout the weekend and staff from the National Catholic Register will be on hand to answer your questions. You’ll even have an opportunity to join EWTN in its mission of evangelization by becoming an EWTN Media Missionary!

It’s a feast for the mind, the heart, and the spirit! For more information, please go to our website: http://www.ewtn.com/familycelebration/.

We look forward to seeing you there!

EWTN Global Catholic Network, in its 36th year, is the largest religious media network in the world. EWTN’s 11 TV channels are broadcast in multiple languages 24 hours a day, seven days a week to over 268 million television households in more than 145 countries and territories. EWTN platforms also include radio services transmitted through SIRIUS/XM, iHeart Radio, and over 500 domestic and international AM & FM radio affiliates; a worldwide shortwave radio service; the largest Catholic website in the U.S.; electronic and print news services, including Catholic News Agency, “The National Catholic Register” newspaper, and several global news wire services; as well as EWTN Publishing, its book publishing division.

EWTN Press Release: Brand New Shows!

EWTN’s Spring Season Puts Spotlight on Evangelization

        Irondale, AL (EWTN) – Wish you were better at sharing your faith? Whether they’re your neighbors, your friends, your family or even your own grandkids, EWTN has a show that will help you share the faith while deepening your own! Get a sneak peek at the Network’s new shows this week with EWTN President and “Bookmark” Host Doug Keck. “EWTN Season Preview” for Spring airs 11 p.m. ET, Monday, Feb. 16; 5 p.m. ET, Wednesday, Feb. 18; 10:30 a.m. ET, Friday, Feb. 20; and 1:30 p.m. ET, Saturday, Feb. 21.

        In addition to new episodes of many of your favorite shows, the following brand new shows will premiere the first week of March:

• “Grandparents:” This show kicks off with an “EWTN Event!” At 8 p.m. ET, Wednesday, Feb. 25, Fr. Mitch Pacwa will welcome Host Fr. James Mallon to “EWTN Live” to discuss his new series, “Grandparents.” Afterwards, stay tuned for the first episode of the new series. Let Fr. James Mallon, Deacon Larry Worthen, and Nicole Snook introduce you to grandparents who play a rich role in developing the faith lives of their children and grandchildren – and learn about grandparent saints! Following the premiere, “Grandparents” will settle into its regular time slot at 9 p.m. ET Sundays; and 5:30 a.m. ET Mondays.

• “Symbolon:” Dr. Edward Sri and a team of theologians conduct a series of discussions to help Catholics better articulate and live out their beliefs! Airs 11 p.m. ET, Mondays; and 3:30 a.m. ET, Saturdays.

• “The Voice of the Bridegroom: A Christological Key To Reading the Whole Bible:” Bishop Jan Liesen, SSD, of Breda in the Netherlands, leads a spirted 14-part discussion series that explains how God speaks to us in the Scriptures. Airs 2:30 p.m. ET, Wednesdays; and 11 p.m. ET, Fridays.

• “Fields and Faith:” Join Host Bob Dolan as he speaks with famous sports figures about their achievements and learns what they have discerned God wants from them on and off the sports field. Airs 4:30 p.m. ET Sundays; and 6:30 p.m. ET Tuesdays beginning March 1.

         Among returning shows, we especially call your attention to new episodes of “The Church Universal:”

• This season, Host Fr. Joseph Mary will interview The Society of St. Vincent del Paul, which fights the cycle of poverty through radical transformation of the poor; Cursillo, which helps members bring others to Christ by living out their Christian faith with greater vibrancy; Worldwide Marriage Encounter, which helps improve and strengthen marriages; Focolare, which has grown into a worldwide faith-based community devoted to helping the poor; The Neocatechumenal Way, which evangelizes and instructs adults on the truths of the Catholic faith; the Catholic Association of Latino Leaders, which helps Latinos hold on to and learn more about their faith in America’s increasingly secular culture; and the Knights of St. Peter Claver, which is not only the largest and oldest African-American Catholic lay organization in the U.S., but one which now boasts representatives on six continents.

         Learn more on our website, www.ewtn.com; look for the many ways you can view EWTN at www.ewtn.com/everywhere; find out the channel (U.S.) on which EWTN is airing in your area at www.ewtn.com/channelfinder; and like or follow EWTN on our many social media sites including Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Pinterest, Linkedin and Instagram!

         EWTN Global Catholic Network, in its 34th year, is available in over 238 million television households in more than 140 countries and territories. With its direct broadcast satellite television and radio services, AM & FM radio networks, worldwide short-wave radio station, Internet website www.ewtn.com, electronic and print news services, and publishing arm, EWTN is the largest religious media network in the world.

EWTN Press Release: Upcoming programs

EWTN: Discover the Devastating Impact
Socialist Abortion Policies Have Had on Europe

Plus, Pro-life Photographer Monica Miller,
How to Combat Sin & Temptation & More

Irondale, AL –Can we win against sin?  Watch as EWTN Favorite Fr. Mitch Pacwa unveils his battle plan for the fight against temptation to “EWTN Bookmark” Host Doug Keck, and discusses how the Holy Spirit is a necessary ally in this on-going spiritual battle. Arm yourself and learn more about “Winning the Battle Against Sin” when “EWTN Bookmark” airs at 9 :30 a.m. ET, Sunday October 3—only on EWTN!  http://bit.ly/1bccEjG

 

Picture a world without abortion! “Women of Grace ”Host Johnette Benkovic and Pro-Life Photographer and Activist Monica Miller are on “Women of Grace” all this week discussing the latest in the Pro-Life movement!  The battle for the unborn rages all week long on “Women of Grace,” Weekdays at 11 a.m. ET—only on EWTN!

 

It’s the matchup of the millennia! “Saints vs. Scoundrels” is Guest Ben Wilker’s newest series now being filmed at EWTN’s studios, and Host Fr. Mitch Pacwa is ready for him to hash out the details on the set of this week’s “EWTN Live!” We have a guess at what side you’ll (hopefully) be rooting for, but don’t miss this special preview of “Saints vs. Scoundrels” on “EWTN Live!” Airs at 8 p.m. ET, Wednesday, October 9---only on EWTN! 

 

This convert was a “shoe-in” for becoming Catholic! After being a part of several different Protestant denominations, Guest Jeff Barefoot shares with “Journey Home” Host Marcus Grodi what it was that finally led him home! Follow in his footsteps when “The Journey Home” airs LIVE at 8 p.m. ET, Monday, October 14—only on EWTN! 

 

 “But it could never happen here…right?” The sad truth surrounding the effects socialist abortion policies have had on the former Soviet Union come to light as many European countries now must take their the first steps towards healing. Don’t miss your chance to see Central and Eastern Europe “Return to Life” at 5:30 p.m. ET, Saturday, October 12.

 

Bakhita is at a “cross”-road in her life! After regaining her freedom for the first time in years, former slave Bakhita must now decide what she should do with her life, especially now that she believes she has a calling to become a religious sister! Find out what happens in the conclusion of “Bahkita: From Slave to Saint!” Airs at 8 p.m. ET Saturday October 12—only on EWTN! http://bit.ly/18QdSQn

 

Fatima is a light in the darkness! Join EWTN for our LIVE coverage of the International Rosary and Candlelight Procession, in honor of Our Lady of Fatima. Watch as it live at 4:30 p.m. ET, Saturday, October 12, with an encore at 10 p.m. ET —only on EWTN!

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!