From Sickness to Shepherd: “Glorious Lives: Cardinal Francis George” on EWTN

By Debbie Cowden

As a child, Francis George wanted nothing more than to become a priest. He grew up in a faithful home and his life was centered around the church, singing in the choir at Mass, regularly helping the monsignor, and spending time in prayer...

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Secret Treasures Of The Vatican
08/07 5:30 PM ET; 08/08 2:30 AM ET
For the first time in history, the Holy See has graciously permitted a large selection of historic artifacts from the Papal Treasury to travel outside the frontiers of the Vatican City State.

Mass Of Thanksgiving With Knights Of St. Peter Claver
08/04 2 PM ET; 08/05 12 AM ET
Live from Atlanta, GA, the Opening Mass for the 104th Annual National Convention of the Knights of Peter Claver and the 89th Annual National Convention of the Knights of Peter Claver Ladies Auxiliary.

Knights Of Columbus Supreme Convention
Begins 08/06 10:30 AM ET
Coverage of the Supreme Convention of the Knights of Columbus including the Supreme Knight's report.

Franciscan University Presents: Virtue And Culture
08/04 10 PM ET; 08/08 5 AM ET; 08/09 2 PM ET
Dr. Thomas Hibbs outlines what it means to live a good and virtuous life, and explains why Catholics should be careful consumers of media and popular entertainment. Hosted by Dr. Bob Rice with panelists Dr. Scott Hahn & Professor Robert McNamara.

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St. Joseph Guide To Lectio Divina

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The Decalogue Decoded

Because the 10 Commandments seem harsh and unyielding to modern ears, few today realize that they embody the most perfect expression of human freedom. Only by abiding by the Commandments can you have a fully human life and achieve union with God. But you need more than a tenth-grade understanding of them to unleash their remarkable spiritual power in your daily life, which is why Fr. Brian Mullady has written this remarkable book that reveals the many often-overlooked, soul-nourishing elements and implications of each of the Commandments...

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