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Irondale, AL (EWTN) – EWTN Global Catholic Network is proud
to unveil a host of new series, which will debut in
September. Start programming your DVR or VCR now so you
preview the shows and find your new favorites. Here is a
quick synopsis of what viewers will discover:
NEW
SERIES
Theater of the Word: If you
love live plays, but hate the hefty price tag, join Kevin
O’Brien and the actors of Theater of the Word as they bring
a host of biblical and religious-themed stories to life.
(Saturdays, 4 p.m. ET)
A
Light for All Nations: Do you
frequently wish you understood all the fuss about Vatican
II? One of its most important documents was Lumen Gentium.
That’s where you’ll find all the talk about the role of the
laity, the “universal call to holiness,” and a lot more. If
you want to “get it,” tape this new series with Fr. Brian
Mullady. (Sundays at 5:30 a.m. ET and Thursdays at 11 p.m.
ET)
St.
Josemaria Escriva and Opus Dei:
You’ve heard all the dis-information in “The DaVinci Code.”
Now get the facts about the life, mission and apostolate of
this great modern saint with Damon Owen and John Coverdale.
(Sundays, 5 p.m. ET and Fridays at 10:30 p.m. ET)
Forgotten Heritage: Europe and the Eucharist:
Learn how belief in the Eucharist actually shaped Western
Culture in this exciting new series with Father Owen Gorman
and Fr. John Hogan. (Sundays, 5:30 p.m. ET and Wednesdays,
11:30 p.m. ET)
CHILDREN’S PROGRAMMING
The
Roamin’ Catholic: With a
loveable wackiness all his own, Rob Wahl, the Roamin’
Catholic, and a penguin who lives in a freezer, traverse the
globe on exciting missions of discovery that bring kids an
entertaining look at the Faith (Mondays, 4:30 p.m. ET).
The
Divine Mercy Chaplet for Kids:
Your chidren will be enchanted with this animated special,
which features St. Faustina teaching her young friends about
the Divine Mercy Devotion and how to pray the Divine Mercy
Chaplet. Adults may learn something too! (Fridays at 5 p.m.
ET)
RETURNING
TO EWTN
EWTN Cinema:
Gather around the television set for a series of classic and
inspiring Catholic films such as “The Road to Lourdes,” “A
Time to Remember,” “Karol: the Pope, the Man,” “The Passion
of Bernadette,” “The Great Mr. Handel,” and many others.
(Saturdays, 8 p.m. ET)
Apostolate
for Family Consecration: In
this wide-ranging new series, you’ll learn about the
mysteries of the Church, Sacred Scripture, papal documents
and Vatican II. (Sundays at 11 a.m. ET)
NEW
EPISODES
Christ In City: How do you
live a Christian life amidst the hustle and bustle of
contemporary life? Gain insights from New York City Pastor
Father George Rutler, STD. (Tuesdays, 11 p.m. ET).
G.K.
Chesterton: Apostle of Common Sense:
The President of the American Chesterton
Society, Dale Ahlquist, takes viewers inside the
unparalleled wit and wisdom of this popular 20th
Century thinker and writer. (Sundays, 9 p.m. ET and
Wednesdays, 11 a.m. ET).
Defending
Life XV: Fr. Frank Pavone and
Janet Morana take an up-close look at the contemporary
pro-life movement in America, exploring events and
activities, talking to experts, and more (Fridays, 10 p.m.
ET).
EWTN
Global Catholic Network, in its 28th year, is available in
over 150 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 and publishing arm, EWTN, is the
largest religious media network in the world.
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