EWTN NORTH AMERICA SPECIAL PROGRAMMING SCHEDULE – MAY 2006 PAGE_1
EWTN GALAXY 15: NORTH AMERICA SPECIAL PROGRAMMING SCHEDULE
MAY 2006
ALL TIMES EASTERN
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EWTN GLOBAL SHOWCASE
JESUS LIVING IN MARY: THE LIFE OF ST. LOUIS DE MONTFORT (90:00)
An exciting documentary examining the life of this humble man. St. Louis traveled around France giving parish missions and teaching true devotion to Jesus through Mary. Montfort’s life was a quest for sanctity and service. His spirituality has profoundly influenced Pope John Paul II, Mother Teresa and the Church of these times in general. The Saint is a model for anyone seeking to truly live as a member of Christ’s mystical body, as one of the people of God.
Thursday / May 4, 2006 / 1 PMCATHOLIC COMPASS
FRANCISCAN UNIVERSITY PRESENTS (60:00)
Mother Angelica
Special guest EWTN News Director Raymond Arroyo shares more stories of hope and inspiration about EWTN founder Mother Angelica.
Tuesday / May 2, 2006 / 2 PMFriday / May 5, 2006 / 4 AM
EWTN GALLERY
THE STORY OF KNOCK (30:00)
This documentary presents in a vivid manner the apparition and the story of the development of Knock into one of the major Marian shrines in the world. It tells the story of pilgrims who make their way to Knock from all corners of Ireland and from around the world, including Pope John Paul II in 1979 and Mother Teresa in 1983. Knock has been seen as a place where people can bring their hopes and tears and be touched by God’s tender mercy. Music provided by Dana.
Monday / May 1, 2006 / 3 AMMonday / May 1, 2006 / 6:30 PM
SPECIAL PROGRAMMING
MEDITATIONS ON SAINT JOSEPH WITH FR. BENEDICT GROESCHEL (30:00)
Join EWTN favorite Fr. Benedict Groeschel as he talks about St. Joseph.
Monday / May 1, 2006 / 3:30 AMMonday / May 1, 2006 / 11 AM
SPECIAL PROGRAMMING
THE SHRINE OF SAINT JOSEPH: THE CHURCH FOR MIRACLES (60:00)
For almost 150 years, the Shrine of St. Joseph in St. Louis, Missouri, U.S.A., has been a place of miracles. Built to serve the first waves of German immigration, this architectural treasure soon became known for the miraculous healing that led to the canonization of Peter Claver – patron of African Americans. The miracles continue and numbered among them is the Shrine’s recent rescue from decay and vandalism - completely restored to its former architectural glory.
Monday / May 1, 2006 / 5:30 PMSPECIAL PROGRAMMING
SUPER SAINTS (30:00)
Saint Peregrine
Join hosts Bob and Penny Lord on location as they make the lives of the saints come alive. They journey around the globe to bring viewers an extensive and heartwarming look into how each saint grew up, came to their vocation, lived out their calling, and touched those around them with their sanctity and miraculous presence.
Monday / May 1, 2006 / 9 PMEWTN GALLERY
A CROWNING ACHIEVEMENT (30:00)
This documentary focuses on the restoration of the Cathedral of Saint Paul and also delves into the Cathedral's past. Interviews and rare photographs bring alive the story of the Cathedral's construction and its prime visionaries, Archbishop John Ireland and his hand-picked architect, Emmanuel Masqueray.
Tuesday / May 2, 2006 / 3 AMTuesday / May 2, 2006 / 6:30 PM
SPECIAL PROGRAMMING
DOCTORS OF THE CHURCH (30:00)
The Eastern Doctors ~ ST. ATHANASIUS
In the mid-16th century, the Dominican Pope St. Pius V bestowed the title of Doctor of the Church on four saints whom we generally refer to as the “Eastern Doctors” – John Chrysostom, Basil the Great, Gregory Nazianzen and Athanasius. All four of these men lived their lives in the Byzantine Empire long before there was any split between the East in the West. And the spirituality and the teaching and defense of the faith they all gave to the Church are something which to this very day transcends any kind of East-West boundaries.
Tuesday / May 2, 2006 / 11:30 PMWednesday / May 3, 2006 / 4 AM
EWTN GALLERY
NOTRE-DAME DU CAP SHRINE (30:00)
This program highlights the history of “The Cap” as the shrine is affectionately called by many in Canada. The Shrine is a pilgrimage site dedicated to Our Lady. The program shows present day activities, mixed with historical footage and many photographs.
Wednesday / May 3, 2006 / 3 AMWednesday / May 3, 2006 / 6:30 PM
SPECIAL PROGRAMMING
SAINTS FOR TODAY (30:00)
Blessed Mary Leone-Paradis
In 1984 when Pope John Paul II visited Canada for the first time, he wanted to leave the Church in North America a great gift, a sign that would encourage us and lead us to love and follow Christ ever more faithfully. The gift that the Holy Father left to the Church in Canada and in the United States was the beatification of Mother Marie Leonie-Paradis, the foundress of the Little Sisters of the Holy Family. This religious woman dedicated her entire life to the Church and to the priesthood through domestic work in seminaries, colleges, bishop’s houses and rectories.
Wednesday / May 3, 2006 / 6:30 AMEWTN PRESENTS
PILGRIMAGE: A REDISCOVERY OF CATHOLIC TRADITION (30:00)
At the very end of the 20th century, thousands of Catholics from all over the world journeyed to Rome. They came to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Motu Proprio, Ecclesia Dei, and the founding of the Priestly Fraternity of St. Peter. And in the process, they rediscovered the roots of the Catholic Church and reaffirmed their unceasing attachment to it. Pilgrimage celebrates this journey of rediscovery and explores the future of the Traditional Catholic movement. This program features Pope John Paul II and Cardinals Ratzinger, Stickler and Mayer
Wednesday / May 3, 2006 / 10 PMEWTN GALLERY
LADYEWELL (30:00)
Ladyewell Shrine was founded about 600 AD in Fernyhalgn, Preston, England. It fell into dis-use and was renewed in 1200 AD. At the Reformation most of England’s national shrines were destroyed, and Ladyewell met the same fate from a 1547 act of the English Parliament. The shrine is among the relatively few that have been restored since the Reformation.
Thursday / May 4, 2006 / 3 AMThursday / May 4, 2006 / 6:30 PM
Friday / May 5, 2006 / 4:00 AM
Friday / May 5, 2006 / 6:30 PM
SPECIAL PROGRAMMING
SAINTS FOR TODAY (30:00)
Blessed Nunzio Sulprizio
Host Father John Horgan introduces you to a young saint, one who is very little-known in North America, but who has a powerful message in our age in which so often children are abandoned, or suffer, are left to discouragement or are mistreated or abused. Blessed Nunzio Sulprizio knew all these sufferings, but he, too, knew a great faith in God, a great sense that God is Our Father, that He loves us and that a better life awaits us when we leave this world.
Friday / May 5, 2006 / 6 PMIN CONCERT
PURCELL’S SACRED MUSIC (60:00)
The Choir of Clare College of Cambridge, England present the following musical pieces “Sacred Music”, “The Deum Laudamus”, “Jubilate Domine”, “My Beloved Spake”, “Hear My Prayer”, “Remember Not, Lord, Our Offences”, “Lord, How Long Will Thou Be Angry”, “Funeral Sentences for Queen Mary”, “O God, Thou Art My God”.
Saturday / May 6, 2006 / 3 AMEWTN GLOBAL SHOWCASE
BERNADETTE (2 Hours)
This quality, feature film production is the story of St. Bernadette and the apparitions of Our Lady of Lourdes. Actress Sydney Penny gives a beautiful performance as Bernadette. Highly recommended by the Vatican as a “sensitive portrayal of a very moving story that deserves a wide audience.” Shot on location in France, this film is shown daily at the Shrine in Lourdes.
Saturday / May 6, 2006 / 8 PMSunday / May 7, 2006 / 2 AM
Thursday / May 11, 2006 / 1 PM
IN CONCERT
SACRED MUSIC OF THE 20TH CENTURY (90:00)
This concert highlights the choral works of three outstanding 20th century composers: Leonard Bernstein, John Rutter, and Francis Poulenc. The concert opens with Bernstein’s "Chichester Psalms," followed by Rutter’s "Gloria" sung in Latin. Both pieces are performed in St. John’s College Chapel by The Choir of Clare College and The Wallace Collection of Cambridge, England. The second part of the concert features "Four Short Prayers of St. Francis of Assisi," "Four Motets for Christmas Time," "Litanies to the Black Virgin of Rocamadour," "Salve Regina," and "Exultate Deo" by Poulenc. These five choral works are performed by The Corydon Singers from St. Giles Cathedral in London.
Sunday / May 7, 2006 / 1:30 PMSaturday / May 13, 2006 / 3 AM
CATHOLIC COMPASS
OUR LADY OF FATIMA (60:00)
Narrated by Raymond Burr, this historical drama follows the life of the three young people who saw and heard Our Lady at Fatima and their suffering, as they were not believed. The eventual belief of the populace is shown in a very moving manner.
Sunday / May 7, 2006 / 10 PMTuesday / May 9, 2006 / 2 PM
Friday / May 12, 2006 / 4 AM
EWTN GALLERY
HOUSE OF MARY OF NAZARETH: LORETO'S MYSTERY (30:00)
Many centuries ago, religious crusaders decided to save from destruction the Holy House of Mary of Nazareth.
Monday / May 8, 2006 / 3 AMMonday / May 8, 2006 / 6:30 PM
EWTN GALLERY
MARY, OUR MOTHER OF PERPETUAL HELP (30:00)
This documentary has been produced in keeping with the wish of the Church that the Redemptorists spread devotion to Mary as Our Mother of Perpetual Help. This program was produced in celebration of 125 years of the icon remaining in the care of the Redemptorists. A portion of this program is devoted to an explanation of the picture, noting the figures, the symbols, and the style of art, the message and the story of this beautiful icon.
Tuesday / May 9, 2006 / 3:00 AMTuesday / May 9, 2006 / 6:30 PM
EWTN GALLERY
THE CLOAK OF JUAN DIEGO (30:00)
On his way to Mass on the Feast of the Immaculate Conception in 1531, Juan Diego encountered Our Lady of Guadalupe. Caught between two worlds – that of the Spanish conquerors and that of his own Aztec heritage – Juan Diego persevered in following Our Lady’s instructions to build a basilica in her honor.
Wednesday / May 10, 2006 / 3:00 AMWednesday / May 10, 2006 / 6:30 PM
EWTN PRESENTS
THE PRICELESS PEARL (60:00)
The Association for Promotion of Religious Life in Australia has produced this uniquely informative and inspiring 50-minute program on the Religious Vocation in the light of Church teaching. Produced in 1995 with the co-operation of several religious communities in Australia - active, semi-active and contemplative, - this program, "The Priceless Pearl" features the lives of religious and gives the Church’s “vision and teaching” on religious life.
Wednesday / May 10, 2006 / 10 PMEWTN GALLERY
WORLD’S GREATEST MOTHER (30:00)
This Mother’s Day special is dedicated to Our Lady as a model for all mothers. Loretta Young, Ethel Barrymore, Ruth Hussey, and Gene Lockhart lead an all-star cast. Solos by Ann Blyth, Nan Merriman and Ann Jamison are featured.
Thursday / May 11, 2006 / 3 AMThursday / May 11, 2006 / 6:30 PM
EWTN GALLERY
FATIMA (30:00)
Pope John Paul II travels to Fatima to thank Our Lady for sparing his life from the assassin’s bullets. Produced by Centro Televisivo Vaticano.
Friday / May 12, 2006 / 3 AMFriday / May12, 2006 / 6:30 PM
SPECIAL PROGRAMMING
LIFE IS WORTH LIVING (30:00)
Our Lady of Fátima
EWTN presents the late Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen as he discusses Our Lady of Fatima.
Friday / May 12, 2006 / 9 PMSaturday / May 13, 2006 / 2 AM
SPECIAL PROGRAMMING
APPARITIONS AT FATIMA (90:00)
The Angel of Portugal appears to three shepherd children at Fatima asking for prayers of reparation for the sins of the world. Soon after, Mary, the Mother of God, begins her stunning mission of mercy to mankind. Apparitions at Fatima recreates with great integrity the times and circumstances of Mary’s appearances and miracles at Fatima. Her message of repentance and devotion to Her Son, to a world plunging into world war, convicts all of the seriousness of sin and imparts great hope to the faithful. A program for the whole family, you will be drawn in and captivated.
Saturday / May 13, 2006 / 4:30 AMSPECIAL PROGRAMMING
SAINTS AND HEROES: THE DAY THE SUN DANCED: THE TRUE STORY OF FÁTIMA (30:00)
Gather your family – young and old alike – to enjoy this beautiful and exciting true story presented in colorful animation. Find out why the Blessed Mother appeared to three peasant children in Fátima, Portugal. The adventure unfolds as the police, the bishop, and the townspeople gradually come to believe the children’s remarkable story.
Saturday / May 13, 2006 / 9 AMSPECIAL PROGRAMMING
ANGEL FORCE (30:00)
What Do You Want of Me? Our Lady of Fátima
In this episode, the Angel Force crew discusses Our Lady of Fátima and how small children were chosen by her to deliver a message to the world. The messages were repent and pray the rosary daily.
Saturday / May 13, 2006 / 9:30 AMSPECIAL PROGRAMMING
MANY FACES OF MARY (30:00)
Track Our Lady’s visit to Fatima. Go to the Cova da Iria where Mary appeared to the children. See Valinhos, the Loca da Cabeco and Lucia’s well where the Angel appeared to the children in 1916. Take part in the International Mass, the Candlelight & Blessed Sacrament Processions.
Saturday / May 13, 2006 / 1:30 PMSPECIAL PROGRAMMING
FATIMA: ALTAR OF THE WORLD (60:00)
What really happened in 1917 when Our Lady appeared to three shepherd children in Portugal? Get an authoritative and historical look at the events that lead to the beatifications of Jancinta and Francisco. View old footage and historical photos and previously unpublished, behind-the-scenes footage of Pope John Paul II on his most recent pilgrimage to Fatima. Why is he so grateful to Our Lady of Fatima?
Saturday / May 13, 2006 / 2 PMSPECIAL PROGRAMMING
THE CALL TO TO FATIMA (90:00)
This Irish program, approved by the Fatima Shrine, does a very good job presenting the details of the Marian apparitions of Fatima. Focus is primarily given to the history of the events, the prophetic messages given by Our Lady, and the effect Fatima continues to have on pilgrims today. The program also stresses the importance and value of praying the Rosary.
Saturday / May 13, 2006 / 8 PMEWTN GLOBAL SHOWCASE
THE ELDEST DAUGHTER OF THE CHURCH (60:00)
The Heart of the Lily
This 4-part mini-series chronicles the history of Catholicism in France. From the seeds of the Gospel which St. Mary Magdalene planted in Province, in Southern France to the churches, the most notably Paray-le-Monial, where Jesus revealed the treasure of His Sacred Heart to St. Margaret Mary Alocoque.
Sunday / May 14, 2006 / 2 AMThursday / May 15, 2006 / 1 PM
SPECIAL PROGRAMMING
JOY OF MUSIC (30:00)
Tribute to Mothers
Sunday / May 14, 2006 / 5 AMSPECIAL PROGRAMMING
EWTN BOOKMARK (60:00)
Host Doug Keck interviews EWTNews Director, Raymond Arroyo, as he discusses his new book: Mother Angelica: The Remarkable Story of a Nun, Her Nerve, and a Network of Miracles.
Sunday / May 14, 2006 / 9:30 AMSPECIAL PROGRAMMING
MOTHER ANGELICA TEACHING SERIES: HEAVEN (60:00)
Sunday / May 14, 2006 / 10:30 AMSunday / May 14, 2006 / 1:30 PM
Sunday / May 14, 2006 / 4 PM
Sunday / May 14, 2006 / 5 PM
Sunday / May 14, 2006 / 9 PM
Sunday / May 14, 2006 / 10 PM
Sunday / May 14, 2006 / 11 PM
SPECIAL PROGRAMMING
WORLD’S GREATEST MOTHER (30:00)
This Mother’s Day special is dedicated to Our Lady as a model for all mothers. Loretta Young, Ethel Barrymore, Ruth Hussey, and Gene Lockhart lead an all-star cast. Solos by Ann Blyth, Nan Merriman and Ann Jamison are featured.
Sunday / May 14, 2006 / 2:30 PMSPECIAL PROGRAMMING
LIFE IS WORTH LIVING (30:00)
What Makes a Mother?
EWTN presents the late Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen as he discusses Motherhood.
Sunday / May 14, 2006 / 5 PMEWTN GALLERY
A HARVEST OF SOULS (30:00)
The canonization ceremony from the Vatican of St. Eugene de Mazenoid, the founder of the Oblates of the Immaculate Conception.
Monday / May 15, 2006 / 3 AMMonday / May 15, 2006 / 6:30 PM
SPECIAL PROGRAMMING
SUPER SAINTS (30:00)
St. Paschal Baylon
Join Bob and Penny Lord as they discuss the life of Saint Paschal Baylon.
Monday / May 15, 2006 / 9 PMWednesday / May 17, 2006 / 5:30 AM
Friday / May 19, 2006 / 5 PM
EWTN GALLERY
LET’S ASK FR. LEVIS (30:00)
Tuesday / May 16, 2006 / 3 AMTuesday / May 16, 2006 / 6:30 PM
Wednesday / May 17, 2006 / 3:00 AM
Wednesday / May 17, 2006 / 6:30 PM
Thursday / May 18, 2006 / 3:00 AM
Thursday / May 18, 2006 / 6:30 PM
Friday / May 19, 2006 / 4:00 AM
Friday / May 19, 2006 / 6:30 PM
CATHOLIC COMPASS
JOURNEY HOME ROUNDTABLE (60:00)
Anglican/Episcopalian ~ Fr. Ray Ryland; Ned South; Dwight Longenecker
Marcus Grodi interviews three converts from the Anglican/Episcopalian tradition, and explores the history, theology, and practices of that tradition in relation to the Church.
Tuesday / May 16, 2006 / 2:00 PMFriday / May 19, 2006 / 4:00 AM
EWTN PRESENTS
SUDAN: AND YOU DO NOT CRY WITH US (60:00)
Produced by Aid to the Church in Need, this program tells the historical story of Sudan and how there has been an on-and-off relationship between Islam and Christianity since the 5th century. In the 13th century there was great persecution of the Church and killings of many bishops and others loyal to the Church. Catholicism was restored in 1820. In 1958 the area came under military rule and has been persecuted since. There is a formal re-education program that was implemented first by academics and now by force; it is basically a war against Christians. The goal is for the whole area to be Islamic in religion and Arabic in culture. A successful slave trade business has been developed, with Christians being sold for as little as $15. US dollars.
Wednesday / May 17, 2006 / 10 PMIN CONCERT
CLAUDIO MONTEVERDI: VESPERS OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN (90:00
This episode features a concert performance of Monteverdi’s Vespers of the Blessed Virgin, performed by the Gächinger Kantorei and the Bach-Collegium, conducted by Helmuth Rilling. Italian composer Claudio Monteverdi published his Vespers in Rome in 1610, dedicating the work to Pope Paul V. This concert performance was recorded live during the Schwetzinger Festspiele at the historic Speyer Cathedral in Speyer, Germany, which is one of Germany’s most significant Romanesque edifices from the time of the Holy Roman Empire.
Saturday / May 20, 2006 / 3:00 AMSPECIAL PROGRAMMING
EWTN 25TH ANNIVERSARY FAMILY CELEBRATION, ST. LOUIS, MISSOURI [8 HOURS]
MORNING SESSION (2 Hours)
The morning session features an Address by Fr. Robert Levis and Fr. John Trigilio, Hosts of EWTN’s Web of Faith series.
Saturday / May 20, 2006 / 11 AMAFTERNOON SESSION (3 Hours)
The afternoon session includes addresses by Fr. Richard Ho Lung and Raymond Arroyo, host of EWTN's The World Over
Saturday / May 20, 2006 / 1 PMEWTN Live (90:00)
Father Mitch Pacwa hosts this special episode of EWTN Live with guests Dolores Grier and Patrick Madrid.
Saturday / May 20, 2006 / 4 PMKEYNOTE ADDRESS (90:00)