Find Out How a Jesuit Missionary Succeeded Where Others Failed When EWTN Airs ‘Faith on the Frontier: The Father Kino Story’
By Michelle Laque Johnson
The Franciscans made many valiant attempts to evangelize Mexico, Baja California, and what is now the American Southwest. Unfortunately, they failed.
In fact, just before an Italian Jesuit by the name of Father Eusebio Kino arrived in what was then known as “New Spain” (now Mexico), 23 Franciscan friars and 400 settlers were killed by the Indians. How could a Jesuit priest expect...
Television Highlights
From Mariapoch to Mariapoch: A Journey Of Discovery Nov 27, 6 PM ET; Nov 28, 2 AM ET A young man journeys across Europe to explore the spiritual roots of his Eastern Catholic Church, and how in survived decades of persecution under communist regimes.
The Forsaken Nov 30, 5:30 PM ET; Dec 01, 2:30 AM ET An up-close and compelling look at orphaned children from Bolivia and how dedicated caregivers, with help from the Archdiocese of St. Louis' Mission office are providing care and financial support to help give these children a chance at life.
Advent Reflections Nov 29, 4:00 PM ET; Dec 05, 1:30 AM ET To observe the First Week of Advent. Fr. Bernardino Maria Soukup uses the analogy of a potter forming his clay to explain how Our Lord, Father, Redeemer and Creator calls us to have a deep relationship with him.
Family Dinner Nov 27, 5:30 PM ET; Nov 28, 2:30 AM ET After a young teen gets caught sneaking out to go to a party with her secret boyfriend, she and her parents reflect of what the true nature of love is.
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THURSDAY - NOVEMBER 26, 8 PM ET / 5 PM PT THE WORLD OVER WITH RAYMOND ARROYO - Dion, rock and roll hall of fame member, talks about his faith, career and latest CD, Blues With Friends. Charles Cole, director of the London Oratory Schola Boys Choir, joins us to talk about their new CD, Sacred Treasures of Christmas. David Geisser, chef and former member of the Pontifical Swiss Guard, shares his new project, The Vatican Christmas Cookbook. Fr. David Guffey, director of Family Theater Productions, discusses the inspiring new documentary, Pray: The Story of Patrick Peyton.
MONDAY- NOVEMBER 30, 1:30 PM ET / 10 AM PT AT HOME WITH JIM AND JOY - Jim and Joy Pinto open up their house to answer questions from viewers.
MONDAY - NOVEMBER 30, 8 PM ET / 5 PM PT THE JOURNEY HOME: HOST MARCUS GRODI -
Barbara Heil, a former Charismatic, Pentecostal, and Word of Faith member, shares what drew her back to the Catholic faith.
TUESDAY - DECEMBER 1, 2 PM ET / 11 AM PT SCRIPTURE AND TRADITION: HOST FR. MITCH PACWA -
Join Fr. Mitch in his LIVE Bible Study as he continues to discuss Christ’s priesthood and how His sanctuary in Heaven is superior to the earthly Temple in Jerusalem.
TUESDAY - DECEMBER 1, 8 PM ET / 5 PM PT MOTHER ANGELICA LIVE CLASSICS -
Mother examines Advent and how it helps us prepare for the holy celebration of Christmas.
WEDNESDAY- DECEMBER 2, 1:30 PM ET / 10 AM PT AT HOME WITH JIM AND JOY -
Cassie Everts discusses how faith and the lives of the Saints help to heal the loss of a child through miscarriage or sudden death.
WEDNESDAY- DECEMBER 2, 2 PM ET / 11 AM PT FR. SPITZER'S UNIVERSE -
Fr. Spitzer answers viewer questions on a wide range of subjects, including: Reason, Faith, Suffering, Virtue, and the Existence of God.
WEDNESDAY- DECEMBER 2, 8 PM ET / 5 PM PT EWTN LIVE: HOST FR. MITCH PACWA -
Fr. Mitch welcomes the President and Founder of the Saint Gregory Institute for Sacred Music, Nicholas Will, to discuss the importance and application of sacred liturgical music, and how it affects our spiritual lives.
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From Star Wars To Superman
Doug Keck welcomes James Papandrea whose fascinating book looks at the rise of Christ-like figures in science fiction and superhero movies that reinforce the Christian values of good triumphing over evil.
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Sunday marks the beginning of Advent. And EWTN Radio will take you through this season of preparation for the coming of our Lord!
We’ll bring you powerful Advent Reflections every Sunday at 8:30 PM ET. This series, recorded in St. Catherine’s Dominican Church, Newry, Northern Ireland, focuses on the readings from the four Sundays of Advent, also reflecting on issues pertinent to Ireland today, such as the Covid-19 pandemic.
For more information about Advent and Christmas programming on the EWTN Global Catholic Radio Network, go to www.ewtnradio.net
MONDAY-FRIDAY - NOON ET / 9 AM PT TAKE 2 - WITH JERRY & DEBBIE Join in call 1-833-288-EWTN (3986) November 26- The Mother of a Millennial Saint November 27- The Spider Who Saved Christmas w/Raymond Arroyo November 30- Preparing For the Birth of Jesus December 1- Whom or What Are You Praying For?
December 2- The Beauty of Working With People Who Have Special Needs
December 3- Do You Believe in Serendipity?
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. November 30- A Look Back at the Economy of Francis Conference
December 1- A Shout Out to Courageous Catholics
December 2- Decoding the Book of Leviticus (Part One)
December 3- Decoding the Book of Leviticus (Part Two)
December 4- The work of repentance and conversion
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Mother Cabrini DVD
Saint Frances Xavier Cabrini was born prematurely, the youngest of 13 children, and was so frail she was baptized the day she was born. But overcoming tremendous odds and hardships would become her life-long trademark. She would go on to form the Missionary Sisters of the Sacred Heart, become the friend of three popes, a foster-mother to thousands of children, and establish 67 institutions and hospitals around the world serving immigrants, orphans and those in need. Discover the life of the first U.S. citizen ever to be canonized.
