Embrace Peace, Shun Commercialism: Watch ‘Advent at Ephesus’ on EWTN

By Debbie Cowden

During the month of December, Catholics celebrate the season of Advent, a time of spiritual preparation for the coming of Christ. However, it can be difficult to focus on the meaning of the Advent season when there is so much commercial commotion and noise. Preparing for parties, wrapping presents, shopping, planning travel...

Television Highlights

Let Me Walk This Path
12/06 8 PM ET
An early look at Japan's class system and culture at time of St. Francis' arrival. This EWTN Original Documentary examines the early results of the Jesuit’s early missionary efforts and the resulting conflicts.

Irreplaceable
12/07 10 PM ET
Tim Sisarich travels the world, the important ways stable families impact society, and their potential to transform the world.

Solemn Mass Of The Immaculate Conception - BNSIC
12/09 12 PM ET; 12/10 12 AM ET

Celebrate Our Lady’s conception without stain of original sin during this Mass on the Feast of the Immaculate Conception from the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, D.C.

Homage To The Immaculate Conception
12/08 10 AM ET
On the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary, the Holy Father presides over the traditional homage to Mary Immaculate in Rome's Piazza di Spagna.

An EWTN Holy Land Experience
12/09 5:30 PM ET
Fr. Joseph and Fr. Mark reflect on the life of Mary as they visit the sites blessed by the presence of the Mother of God.

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THURSDAY - DECEMBER 5, 8 PM ET / 5 PM PT
THE WORLD OVER WITH RAYMOND ARROYO -

Author Philip Lawler, editor or Catholic World News, on the big stories of the week, including the Vatican's postponement of Archbishop Fulton Sheen’s beatification & the resignation of Bishop Richard Malone of Buffalo, NY.; China Expert Steven Mosher, Population Research Institute President, on the ongoing pro-democracy demonstrations in Hong Kong, the U.S. condemnation of China's crackdown on religious minorities, & the current status of the Catholic Church in China under the Vatican-China agreement; Actor Ken Jennings, star of the one-man play, The Gospel of John at The Sheen Center in New York City.

MONDAY- DECEMBER 9, 1 PM ET / 10 AM PT
AT HOME WITH JIM AND JOY -
Jim and Joy answer viewer calls, questions, and emails LIVE from the Pinto house.

MONDAY - DECEMBER 9, 8 PM ET / 5 PM PT
THE JOURNEY HOME: HOST MARCUS GRODI -
Deacon Keith Fournier discusses his childhood as a "cultural Catholic" and how his search for meaning in life eventually led him back to the Catholic Church.

TUESDAY - DECEMBER 10, 2 PM ET / 11 AM PT
SCRIPTURE AND TRADITION: HOST FR. MITCH PACWA -

EWTN Favorite and Scripture Scholar Fr. Mitch Pacwa analyzes Church Traditions and Teachings in light of Sacred Scripture during this weekly live program.

TUESDAY - DECEMBER 10, 8 PM ET / 5 PM PT
MOTHER ANGELICA LIVE CLASSICS -
Using Our Lady as an example, Mother Angelica talks not only about how we must trust in God but about how God trusts us in regard to the talents and responsibilities He gives us.

WEDNESDAY- DECEMBER 11, 1 PM ET / 10 AM PT
AT HOME WITH JIM AND JOY -

Holly Wright and Sr. Anastasia, SV discuss Casa Guadalupe, a house for discernment and prayer for young women

WEDNESDAY- DECEMBER 11, 2 PM ET / 11 AM PT
FR. SPITZER'S UNIVERSE -
Fr. Robert Spitzer and Doug Keck continue to explore Sacred Eucharistic Liturgy with a discussion on Eucharistic Commemoration in the First Century.

WEDNESDAY- DECEMBER 11, 8 PM ET / 5 PM PT
EWTN LIVE: HOST FR. MITCH PACWA -
Sister Ferial speaks about daily life as a Carmelite in Bethlehem and the relics of their patron, St. Mary Of the Jesus Crucified.

MONDAY - FRIDAY - 6 PM ET / 3 PM PT
EWTN NEWS NIGHTLY -
EWTN's daily news and analysis program from Washington, DC.

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The Cries Of Jesus From The Cross

In "The Cries of Jesus From the Cross," Allan Smith compiles Archbishop Fulton Sheen's writings and reflections on Christ's last words into a single book, calling Catholics to sanctity and virtuous life.

Radio

There’s more great programming this weekend on EWTN Radio! As Advent continues and Christmas draws near, join us Sunday for the EWTN Radio Christmas Card! It’s joyous music of the season along with our special greetings to our listeners around the world. You’ll hear it at 12 P.M. ET and 10 P.M. ET on Sunday.

For more information about Advent and Christmas programming on the EWTN Global Catholic Radio Network, go to https://www.ewtn.com/radio

MONDAY-FRIDAY - NOON ET / 9 AM PT
TAKE 2 - WITH JERRY & DEBBIE
Join in call 1-833-288-EWTN (3986)
December 6- Why Are You Still Catholic?
December 9- Meaningful Gifts
December 10- The Emotional Roller Coaster of Parenting
December 11- What Virtue Would You Like to Have More Of?

December 12- Are You Awaiting the Arrival Of a Child?

MONDAY-FRIDAY - 7 AM ET / 4 AM PT
MORNING GLORY - WITH GLORIA PURVIS, DEACON HAROLD BURKE-SIVERS & MSGR. CHARLES POPE
Join the conversation, email us: morningglory@ewtn.com, Text EWTN to 55000. Wait for a response and tell us how you are listening, your first name, and a comment.

December 6- Is adoption an option for you?
December 9- Would you take money to have more children?
December 10- Using technology to prepare for Confession
December 11- Engaging the culture without compromising the truth of the faith

December 12- What is a father's role in raising his sons?

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An EWTN Holy Land Experience DVD

Experience the Gospels firsthand! Follow Fr. Mark Mary Cristina and Fr. Joseph Mary Wolfe's travels throughout the Holy Land. Your passport to "An EWTN Holy Land Experience" includes shepherds fields in Bethlehem, fishing boats near St. Peter's House, prayers at Gethsemane and Calvary, the Upper Room and much more. The complete EWTN Holy Land Experience Includes Meditations on: The Eucharist; Our Lady; St. Peter Pts. 1 & 2; The Resurrection; The Hidden Life of Christ; The Public Life of Christ; Christmas & Holy Week.

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