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Monday, November 30, 2009

Chastity Speaker Jason Evert to Be Featured on CatholicTV “This is the Day” Talk Show


On Tuesday, December 8th, Jason Evert will be interviewed on the CatholicTV talk show “This is the Day”. He and his wife Crystalina are chastity speakers and authors who speak internationally to over 100,000 teens each year in Catholic and secular junior and senior high schools, as well as universities.

Recently Jason and Crystalina were presenters at the National Catholic Youth Conference (NCYC) held in Kansas City, Missouri. Their topic was Romance Without Regret, the session was full and their booth was swamped with teens who enthusiastically received the message of living a chaste lifestyle which brings freedom, respect, peace, and romance without regret.

The NCYC event was attended by over 20,000 teens from all over the US including an overseas military base and 3,000 adults. CatholicTV exhibited and conducted interviews at the NCYC.

Jason and his wife courageously answer questions such as “How Far is Too Far?”, “What’s Wrong With Pornography?”, “What’s Wrong With Same Sex Marriage?”, as well as a host of other questions.


Jason Evert earned a master's degree in theology, and undergraduate degrees in counseling and theology, with a minor in philosophy at Franciscan University of Steubenville. He is the author of ten books, including If You Really Loved Me, Pure Love, and Theology of the Body for Teens, which challenge young people to be pure. Jason speaks at seminars, participates in debates, and responds to thousands of questions about chastity and Catholicism from people around the world.

The interview may be seen on Tuesday, December 8th, live at 10:30AM (EST) on CatholicTV where available (rebroadcast at 8PM). The show will also be streamed simultaneously at www.CatholicTV.com and will be available on the site’s archives starting Tuesday night. All videos at the website are viewable in full-screen. Paste this URL into your browser in order to access the “This is the Day” video archives. http://www.CatholicTV.com/shows/default.aspx?seriesID=72

‘The Priests' Singers to Perform A Capella Live on This is The Day



On December 4th, "The Priests" will be interviewed on the CatholicTV talk show "This is the Day". Fr. Eugene O'Hagan, Fr. David Delargy, and Fr. Martin O'Hagan also plan on singing a capella on the talk show.

The interview and musical performance will be viewable live at www.CatholicTV.com without charge simultaneously with the television broadcast. Website visitors must click "Watch CatholicTV Live" to watch the streaming broadcast which is available 24 hours per day.
The debut album "The Priests", which featured the 3 priests sold more than a million copies and was distributed in over 30 countries by RCA.
Their new album entitled "Harmony" was released on November 23rd, 2009 and can be found at Amazon.com.All 3 priests are diocesan parish priests and were all educated at Irish College in Rome.

The interview may be seen on Friday, December 4th, live at 10:30AM (EST) on CatholicTV where available (rebroadcast at 8PM). The show will also be streamed simultaneously at www.CatholicTV.com and will be available on the site's archives starting Friday night. All videos at the website are viewable in full-screen. Paste this URL into your browser in order to access the "This is the Day" video archives. http://www.CatholicTV.org/shows/default.aspx?seriesID=72

Wednesday, November 25, 2009

Former Actor And Now Priest Fr. John Bartunek to Appear on CatholicTV Talk Show


On December 1st, Fr. John Bartunek, LC will be interviewed on the CatholicTV talk show “This is the Day”. Fr. John was a professional actor and an evangelical Christian until he converted to the Catholic faith in 1991. He provided spiritual support on the set of Mel Gibson's The Passion of the Christ while researching the 2005 Catholic best seller, Inside the Passion, the only authorized, behind-the-scene explanation of the film.

Fr. Bartunek was ordained a Roman Catholic priest in 2003 and is currently engaged in doctoral research. He has been featured on Larry King Live, CNN, Fox, BBC, and others. He is a popular speaker who often discusses apologetics, media and culture, faith in entertainment, and other subjects.

CatholicTV is a nationally-broadcasted television network headquartered near Boston. CatholicTV streams its broadcast simultaneously, 24 hours a day at www.CatholicTV.com

Fr. Bartunek will discuss his most recent book, published by Circle Press in 2007, called “The Better Part: A Christ-Centered Resource for Personal Prayer” while on “This is the Day”. In his book, which sold out of its first printing, Fr. Bartunek offers a practical daily guide to prayer and meditation on the gospels. Fr. John is based in New York, where he is engaged in doctoral research, teaching Ecclesiastical History, and continuing his writing apostolate.



Fr. Bartunek’s interview may be seen on Tuesday, December 1st live at 10:30AM (EST) on CatholicTV where available (rebroadcast at 8PM). The show will also be streamed simultaneously at www.CatholicTV.com and will be available on the site’s archives starting Tuesday night. All videos at the website are viewable in full-screen. Paste this URL into your browser in order to access the “This is the Day” video archives. http://www.CatholicTV.org/shows/default.aspx?seriesID=72

Advent Vespers Service With Pope Benedict XVI Will Air at CatholicTV.com



On Sunday, November 29th, CatholicTV.com will air the Vespers service with Pope Benedict XVI from St. Peter’s Basilica. November 29th is the first Sunday of Advent. The Vespers service will air simultaneously on CatholicTV where available.

The Vespers service will air at noon (EST) and again at 8PM. CatholicTV will air additional special events with Pope Benedict XVI from the Vatican during the Advent and Christmas season.

CatholicTV is a nationally-broadcasted television network headquartered near Boston. CatholicTV streams its broadcast simultaneously, 24 hours a day at www.CatholicTV.com

These special events will include the following (broadcast times in parentheses): The Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception on December 8 (noon and 8PM), Christmas Eve Mass (11PM), and New Year’s Eve Vespers (noon and 8PM)

CatholicTV regularly airs Papal events. Details on CatholicTV Papal Programming as well as archived videos can be viewed at http://www.catholictv.com/shows/default.aspx?seriesID=57

All online shows at CatholicTV.com are viewable free of charge.

Tuesday, November 24, 2009

Catholic Mystery Fiction Involving a ‘Murdered’ Priest? Author To Be Interviewed on CatholicTV Talk Show


On November 27th, author John Desjarlais, author of the mystery novel “Bleeder” will be interviewed on the CatholicTV talk show “This is the Day”. The novel involves the apparent murder or miraculous death of a priest who bleeds to death in front of his congregation on Good Friday.

CatholicTV is a nationally-broadcasted television network headquartered near Boston. CatholicTV streams its broadcast simultaneously, 24 hours a day at www.CatholicTV.com

Desjarlais will discuss his novel during his interview on “This is the Day”. “Murder mysteries in general get close to our deepest motives and fears, showing humans in extremis. Such stories have a built-in opportunity to explore life's higher mysteries – not just the mystery of death, but the mystery of undeserved suffering.” says Desjarlais.

A former producer with Wisconsin Public Radio, Desjarlais teaches journalism and English at Kishwaukee College in Malta, Ill. His short fiction has appeared in a variety of magazines. A member of Mystery Writers of America, he is listed in Who’s Who in Entertainment and Who’s Who Among America’s Teachers. Desjarlais is also a member of the Catholic Writers Guild.

John Desjarlais’ interview can be seen on Friday, November 27th live at 10:30AM (EST) on CatholicTV where available (rebroadcast at 8PM). The show will also be streamed simultaneously at www.CatholicTV.com and will be available on the site’s archives starting Friday night. All videos at the website are viewable in full-screen. Paste this URL into your browser in order to access the “This is the Day” video archives. http://www.CatholicTV.org/shows/default.aspx?seriesID=72

Readers may visit http://www.johndesjarlais.com/ for reviews, photos, links related to the novel, and interaction with the author.

America’s Holiest Videos? CatholicTV Urges Viewers to Send In Videos


CatholicTV is urging its viewers and website visitors to send videos to CatholicTV for display at CatholicTV.com, and CatholicTV. Submitted videos even have potential to be added to CatholicTV’s new television widget (called CatholicTVjr) which plays CatholicTV’s shows on various websites.

The fastest method of delivering video to CatholicTV is to visit the following URL: http://www.CatholicTV.com/utility/submit-video.aspx and to submit a video of 12MB or less.

Many CatholicTV viewers watch CatholicTV for free at its website which in the past 30 days has had visitors from 135 different countries. Accepted videos will have wide-reaching exposure at CatholicTV.com.

CatholicTV is a nationally-broadcasted television network headquartered near Boston. CatholicTV streams its broadcast simultaneously, 24 hours a day at www.CatholicTV.com

In order for a video to be broadcast on CatholicTV (as opposed to the iCatholic section of CatholicTV.com), the video must be broadcast quality and a DVD can be sent to CatholicTV for review.

Some approved videos can be viewed now by visiting http://www.Catholiclife.tv/

More information on the free CatholicTV widget CatholicTVjr can be found at www.CatholicTVjr.com.

Submitted videos are moderated by CatholicTV and not all videos submitted will be aired or added online.

Monday, November 16, 2009

Catholic Travel Show Highlights Oldest Catholic Burial Ground in New England In Remembrance of All Souls on CatholicTV

In this month of remembrance of the faithful departed, CatholicTV is presenting a special episode of its travel show “Catholic Destinations” filmed at St. Augustine Chapel in South Boston, MA. The chapel is home to St. Augustine cemetery which is the first Catholic burial ground in New England.

CatholicTV is a nationally-broadcasted television network headquartered near Boston. CatholicTV streams its broadcast simultaneously, 24 hours a day at www.CatholicTV.com

On this episode, Bishop John Dooher provides history and insight into those who paved the way for the Catholic Church to grow in America. This episode of Catholic Destinations takes an interesting look into the early history of the Catholic Church in New England which included the persecution of Catholics, a Massachusetts law forbidding Catholic priests to practice under penalty of imprisonment, and even death. Catholic Destinations will air throughout the remainder of November at these times (EST): Monday at 4:30AM; Friday at 4:30PM and Sunday at 2:30PM.

The episode can also be viewed online now by visiting http://www.catholictv.com/shows/default.aspx?seriesID=21&videoID=650

CatholicTV Will Televise America’s Largest Annual Youth Gathering


From November 19th to 21st, the National Catholic Youth Conference (NCYC) takes place in Kansas City and the CatholicTV Network will be there. Christ Reigns! The National Catholic Youth Conference is the largest single gathering of Catholic young in the United States with 23,000 youth and their adult leaders. This year a unique parent track has been added to the conference workshops. Youth leaders, priests, and bishops will gather in Kansas City, November 19-21 for three days of prayer, catechesis, and celebration. NCYC is the most energetic, faith filled, and inspiring event for Catholic young people and adults and in the country!

This gathering is a biennial three-day experience of prayer, community, and empowerment for Catholic teenagers and their adult chaperones. Cardinal Daniel DiNardo and over 25 other bishops will offer liturgies, workshops and the opportunity for the sacrament of reconciliation. Speakers, musicians, and presenters include: Jason and Crystalina Evert, Matt Maher, Chris Padgett, Popple, and Sharmane. The conference is hosted by the National Federation for Catholic Youth Ministry (NFCYM). The National Federation for Catholic Youth Ministry, Inc. is a nonprofit organization incorporated in the District of Columbia. More information is available at http://ncyc.nfcym.org/index.htm

Stay tuned to CatholicTV or visit CatholicTV.com.

CatholicTV has several programs geared towards younger audiences and that teach about the faith. They can be viewed in full-screen at CatholicTV.com free of charge or obligation. Some of these programs include:

WOW: The CatholicTV Challenge is our original game show for kids of all ages. Father Robert Reed hosts and challenges contestants with questions about our Catholic faith. http://www.CatholicTV.com/shows/default.aspx?seriesID=137

Real Faith TV: A lively Catholic show produced by and starring teenagers. http://www.CatholicTV.com/shows/default.aspx?seriesID=105

We've Got to Talk: the longest-running CatholicTV studio series with Father Dan O'Connell. Each show features Father Dan finding something about the faith to talk about in his own unique style. http://www.CatholicTV.com/shows/default.aspx?seriesID=77

Thursday, November 12, 2009

50th Anniversary Mass for America’s Largest Church Will Be Celebrated on CatholicTV

The National Basilica Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, D.C. will celebrate the closing of its Jubilee Year, as it did the dedication in 1959, with a Triduum, “three day”, celebration. This will begin on Thursday, November 19th with the Plenary Mass of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops at 5PM EST. This Mass will air live at CatholicTV.com and on CatholicTV. The chief celebrant will be Archbishop Donald Wuerl. Bishop Michael J. Bransfield of Wheeling-Charleston, former director/rector of the Basilica from 1986-2005, will be the homilist.

Online viewers can click “Watch CatholicTV Live” in order to view the Mass which is available in full-screen at CatholicTV.com.



Archbishop Pietro Sambi, Apostolic Nuncio to the United States, will play a special role at the Mass, reading the letter from Pope John XXIII addressed to the bishops of the United States (read then by the Most Reverend Egidio Vagnozzi, Apostolic Delegate to the United States) on the occasion of the dedication of the National Shrine on November 20, 1959. Cardinal Seán O’Malley, Archbishop of Boston, and Archbishop Timothy Dolan of New York, will concelebrate the Mass with over 40 other bishops from across the United States.

CatholicTV produced an original mini-series inside of the National Basilica Shrine of the Immaculate Conception starring Archbishop Donald Wuerl in 2009. In this mini-series, Archbishop Wuerl discusses the Rosary, using the beautiful mosaics of the Basilica to illustrate his points. This series can be viewed free of charge now by visiting http://www.catholictv.com/shows/default.aspx?seriesID=17

Creator of ‘Matrix’ Vocations Poster To Be Interviewed on CatholicTV

On November 17, Missy Scarlett, the designer of several “Year For Priests” posters will appear on the CatholicTV live talk show “This is the Day”. One of Missy’s best-known works is a vocations poster depicting a young, hip, priest in clerical robes which appears similar to the all-black outfit worn by “Neo” the character played by actor Keanu Reeves in the film “The Matrix". The black and white poster sold more than 1800 copies and was well-received by young people.

Missy “chose to be true to my artistic visions as a homage to God….the source of all creation”. She also says that “God has awakened me with a passion that lies in the heart-felt goal of creating art that has glorifying purpose and meaning behind it. My hope is that people will be affected by these works, and have a rejuvenated faith…” Missy also produced a poster to encourage people to participate in the sacrament of reconciliation, it’s title is “Think Inside the Box”. Her creativity and enthusiasm for the sacraments has inspired people of all ages.

After the success of the Matrix-style vocations poster, Missy was asked to produce a poster for the Archdiocese of Indianapolis which shows a mosaic of Jesus crucified. Upon closer inspection, one can see that the mosaic is made up of individual portraits of every priest in the Archdiocese of Indianapolis.

More information on Missy Scarlett and her works is available at www.truescarlett.com

Missy Scarlett‘s interview can be seen on Tuesday, November 17th live at 10:30AM (EST) on CatholicTV where available (rebroadcast at 8PM). The show will also be streamed simultaneously at www.CatholicTV.com and will be available on the site’s archives starting Tuesday night. All videos at the website are viewable in full-screen. Paste this URL into your browser in order to access the “This is the Day” video archives. http://www.CatholicTV.org/shows/default.aspx?seriesID=72

Wednesday, November 11, 2009

Fr. Leo to appear on CBS Sunday Morning News on 11-22 and CatholicTV




On Sunday November 22, Father Leo Patalinghug will be featured on the national Sunday Morning News show on CBS at 9:00am. Join him as they discuss his ministry and the ever-growing "Grace Before Meals" movement to a national audience!

Also, check out his episodes on CatholicTV

Tuesday, November 10, 2009

CatholicTV participation of the National Catholic Youth Conference


Over 20,000 participants are expected in Kansas City for great time of prayer and celebration November 19th to the 21st.


Check out the NCYC 2009 Virtual Pilgrimage Group

The Diocese of Kansas City/St. Joseph and the Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas welcome the youth of the America to Kansas City to encounter Jesus Christ in the NCYC, November 19-21, 2009. Bishop Finn and Archbishop Naumann are thrilled to host this great celebration of our Catholic faith and to share the beautiful Kansas City metro area with you. The youth communities of each of the host dioceses are excited to share the path that the Holy Spirit has led us on.

Today a novena began to lift up in prayer all those supporting, attending , hosting and coordinating thie great energetic event!

CatholicTV hopes to see you there!

The CatholicTV Monthly: "It's all for you!"

From his first days as director of CatholicTV®, Father Robert Reed considered viewers of America’s Catholic Television Network™ like family. Staying in touch with that family amidst the everyday changes of the television industry, cable competition and evolving electronic media is one of the biggest challenges he still faces. The line drawn between old and new media is as clear as mud, but Father Reed still values both.In 2004, Father Reed attended the Catholic Communications Convention in Los Angeles. He happened upon a copy of FAITH Magazine at a display table. He remembers, “I knew instantly that this was a tool which could really help us at CatholicTV. Later that day, I was fortunate enough to meet Father Charlie Irvin, the founding editor of FAITH.” Within a year, the CatholicTV Monthly was part of the FAITH Catholic family of magazines. With the timing of the two media ministries expanding rapidly at roughly the same time, it was a marriage made in heaven.

During Father Reed’s tenure at CatholicTV, the station has moved from rented and antiquated studios to its own modern home. Its broadcast is available on more cable companies and in more parts of the United States than ever. The station can be viewed on Sky Angel nationwide. CatholicTV.com had two major upgrades and is proud to be called Your Catholic Broadband Network®, an on-demand library of all that is CatholicTV.

Amidst the growth, keeping the CatholicTV family informed remains one of the most important aspects of the mission of CatholicTV, proclaiming the Gospel of Jesus Christ as it is lived and understood in the Catholic community. Self promotion via television and Internet has always been the primary mode of communication within the family for obvious reasons. Prior to discovering FAITH Catholic, the station connected with viewers by direct mail using a simple monthly mailing similar to the parish bulletin.

When Father Reed became director, he inherited a mailing list that needed some TLC and the old bulletin was losing its luster. He recalls, “I knew we needed something fresh, with pizzazz and colorful appeal that we could put into the hands of viewers and perspective viewers alike. I believed then that FAITH Catholic was the perfect solution and still do.” In fact, the circulation of the magazine has more than doubled in less than four years.

As CatholicTV continues its outreach, connecting with dioceses, religious orders, educational institutions, and other Catholic organizations often requires an introduction. Having the CatholicTV Monthly to offer these new connections is vital to the station’s efforts. Father Reed says, “The magazine, so beautifully produced, showcases the service that CatholicTV provides and our commitment to truly be America’s Catholic Television Network. It is an invitation to those who see it not only to investigate CatholicTV but also to recognize our 50-plus years of experience as a platform for telling the story of the Church.”

The magazine is the one way CatholicTV can guarantee reaching its audience every month. Sometimes it actually dictates what programming will air on CatholicTV in a given month. Other times, the monthly is the best way to give viewers notice that special papal programming or a special event, such as the installation of a new ordinary will, pre-empt their favorite show. Thus, it is critical for CatholicTV to have almost complete control over the content of the magazine. “FAITH Catholic offers us the kind of flexibility to meet these needs” says Father Reed.

Akin to the pontifical motto of John Paul II “Totus Tuus”, the slogan of CatholicTV is “It’s all for you!” Father Reed explains, “In order for us to be faithful to those words, we need consistent and vibrant contact with the CatholicTV family. We want people to know what is going on and what we have planned and it’s important for us to be able to offer something tangible, something that we can place into the hands of our viewers on a regular basis. The CatholicTV Monthly published by FAITH Catholic’s very helpful and talented staff provides a premium solution.”

Yuo may subscribe here to the CatholicTV Monthly (it's FREE): http://www.catholictv.com/magazine/subscribe.aspx

Catholic Author Will Discuss Ministry and His Brush With Death on CatholicTV Talk Show


On November 13th, Sean McVeigh the author of “I’ve Got to Change” will appear on the CatholicTV talk show “This is the Day”. “I’ve Got to Change” is a true story of a near-death experience, recovery, conversion, and the journey to God from a young person’s perspective. Sean McVeigh is a speaker and an author who gives talks about subjects such as the Eucharist, discerning God’s will, chastity, relationships, marriage, and more.

Below is an excerpt from Sean’s book, “I’ve Got to Change”. “We were dangerously close to the intersection when he finally locked up the brakes. The tires screamed! As for me in my little world, everything seemed to become dead silent and we started to move in slow motion. The speedometer came creeping back from the grave and could barely be seen lowering beneath 85. The last thing I remember THINKING as the car began to slide slightly to the right was, “We’re going to make it. We’ll slide right around the turn and be fine.” The last thing I remember SEEING was the stop sign flash past my head. At that moment, a loud roar of metal thunder ripped through the still night. We had smashed head-on into a tree doing at least 75 miles per hour. Just writing about it gives me the chills to this day.”

Sean McVeigh, founder of McVeigh Ministries Inc., was raised Catholic in a small rural town in Pennsylvania. He will discuss his ministries, and his story on “This is the Day”.

Sean’s interview can be seen on Friday, November 13th live at 10:30AM (EST) on CatholicTV where available (rebroadcast at 8PM). The show will also be streamed simultaneously at www.CatholicTV.com and will be available on the site’s archives starting Friday night. All videos at the website are viewable in full-screen. Paste this URL into your browser in order to access the “This is the Day” video archives. http://www.CatholicTV.org/shows/default.aspx?seriesID=72

No Stranger to Death, Navy Chaplain Fr. Ron Camarda Stars in Special Veteran’s Day Program on CatholicTV



On Veteran’s Day November 11th, CatholicTV will air a special short film called “Tear in the Desert” starring Navy Chaplain Fr. Ron Moses Camarda. Fr. Ron was recalled to Active Duty to serve with the Marines during the Battle for Fallujah, Iraq (2004). At Bravo Surgical (Marine equivalent to a M.A.S.H. unit) he received over 1500 casualties and 81 deaths. In one instance, which he discusses during the short film, Fr. Ron recalls being at the deathbed of a marine named Edward. Moments before Edward’s death Fr. Ron wanted to tell Edward that he loved him, “but that’s not easy for guys to do, even priests” says Fr. Ron. Finally, a force inside of Fr. Ron compelled Fr. Ron to tell the dying soldier that he loved him.



During the short film Fr. Ron tells numerous similar stories while sitting near barbed wire, by a helicopter, and in a Church. The short-film features footage of Fr. Ron setting up his portable altar which includes a small chalice which must be assembled from 2 pieces. Fr. Ron can also be seen interacting with soldiers, and praying in his tent during the short film. The special was produced by Christian Peschken and was filmed at Ft. McCoy in Wisconsin with the support of the US Army. Christian has the exclusive rights to produce a documentary on the book and is developing the script. To learn more about this and Christian’s other projects visit http://www.christianpeschken.com/

“Tear in the Desert” will air at 9AM (EST) and at 7:30PM on November 11th at CatholicTV.com and on CatholicTV. Website visitors must click “Watch CatholicTV Live” in order to view the streaming broadcast.

Honoring Veterans "Tear in the Desert"

CatholicTV will air "A Tear in the Desert". This special features Father Ron Camarda, a Naval Chaplain, reading from his book of the same name. Mark Woods, columnist with the Florida Times Union writes:" it is a powerful story about war, faith, love and "the best Christmas ever.""

The book "Tear in the Desert" is the "journey into the heart of Iraq war". The following book synopsis is from Fr Ron's website: Father Ron Camarda was recalled to Active Duty to serve with the Marines during the Battle for Fallujah, Iraq (2004). At Bravo Surgical (Marine equivalent to a M.A.S.H. unit) he received over 1500 casualties and 81 deaths. When he returned home he found his work was not done. Walking with the widows and families left behind has been filled with great love and compassion. This is a walk with God into the war in the desert, only to find that the real war is within the human heart. The Afterward is by Colonel Mike Shupp, USMC Commanding Officer, Regimental Combat Team-1, Fallujah 2004-2005

The special was produced by Christian Peschken and was filmed at Ft. McCoy in Wisconsin with the support of the US Army. Christian has the exclusive rights to produce a documentary on the book and is developing the script.

CatholicTV is honored to air "Tear in the Desert".

Sunday, November 8, 2009

Songs By Angelina Will Air Alongside The Saints on CatholicTV


Starting the week of Monday, November 9th, CatholicTV will air music videos by Catholic singer Angelina Davis alongside teachings about the saints by Fr. James Martin, S.J.. Angelina’s CD/DVD “Songs of the Faithful” include songs for St. Faustina, St. Joseph, St. Patrick, and Blessed Mother Teresa of Calcutta. This “saintly” combination of music videos and the saints will air during the weekly programming block on CatholicTV called “Catholic Saints and Lay People”.

Angelina started performing at a very young age and performed the Christmas song “Do you Hear What I Hear?”at the Vatican's Blessing of an outdoor nativity at Christmas time. She also filmed a music video inside of the Vatican. On her website she says, “Don't let anyone or anything stop you from fulfilling God's plan for you. God gives the greatest gift of all to us: life; so live your life as a gift to God."

Fr. James Martin is an author who wrote the book “My Life With the Saints”. Father Martin is also associate editor of nationally-distributed magazine, a frequent commentator in the media on religion and spirituality, and a popular lecturer and retreat master.

Catholic Saints and Lay People airs each week at the following times (Eastern): Tuesday 11:30 AM Wednesday 5:00 AM Friday 8:00 AM Sunday 10:30 PM.

Tuesday, November 10th begins the airing of Angelina’s music videos and “Who Cares About the Saints?” by Fr. James Martin. The programming will re-air at the times above at CatholicTV.com and on CatholicTV.

More information about Angelina Davis is available at http://www.angelinasings.com/

Wednesday, November 4, 2009

Cardinal Seán O’Malley of Boston Will Talk Healthcare on CatholicTV Talk Show


On Friday, November 6th, CatholicTV will air a brief interview segment featuring the Cardinal Archbishop of Boston Seán O’Malley. On November 4th, the National Catholic Reporter wrote that “The pressure by abortion opponents appears to be paying off as House Democratic leaders signaled that they were prepared to make further changes to their health care bill.” O’Malley said in his interview that “this is an important moment in the history of our country”. Cardinal Seán’s interview, which was recorded on November 3rd, will air during the CatholicTV talk show “This is the Day” on November 6th at 10:30AM (ET).

Cardinal Seán has a regular television program called “Conversations With Cardinal Seán”. This program features Cardinal Sean and CatholicTV General Manager, Jay Fadden. The show airs each week on Saturday at 1PM, Wednesday at 12:30AM, and Friday at 5AM (EST). Archived episodes are available at http://www.catholictv.com/shows/episode-listing.aspx?seriesID=28

The CatholicTV signature talk show “This is the Day” airs each week at the following times: Monday & Thursday at 12:30 AM Wednesday & Saturday at 4:30 AM & 6:00 PM;

Tuesday & Friday at 10:30 AM & 8:00 PM

Tuesday, November 3, 2009

Creator of Catholic Version of ‘American Idol’ To Appear on CatholicTV Talk Show

photo by Ana Rodriguez-Soto


On November 6, Chris Wills will be interviewed on the CatholicTV talk show “This is the Day”. Chris Wills is General Director of the organization God Squad Communications.
based in Miami. God Squad uses the media to evangelize and welcome people to share their talents. Amongst God Squad’s many ministries is “Voice of an Angel”, a singing competition in which Catholic performers between the ages of 13 and 23 sing Christian songs. Contestants choose songs based on weekly spiritual themes and are also involved in community service projects.

God Squad Communications is a Roman Catholic ministry that reaches out to the youth and those who are young at heart around the globe. God Squad strives to help people of all faiths encounter God in their every day lives via radio, activities in local communities, and the internet. More information about the work of God Squad Communications may be found at www.EncounterwithGod.com

Caro Fernandez won the 2007 Voice of An Angel contest. One wonderful outcome for Caro was having the opportunity to perform with Jaci Velasquez as part of the Florida Marlins first ever Christian Super Saturday Series.. Voice of an Angel was held in the Miami for 2 years; in 2009, it went statewide. Winners and some participants will participate in a Voice Of An Angel Passion & Resurrection 2010 Tour. Organizers hope to make it a national competition within five years

Chris Wills‘ interview can be seen on Friday, November 6th live at 10:30AM (EST) on CatholicTV where available (rebroadcast at 8PM). The show will also be streamed simultaneously at www.CatholicTV.com and will be available on the site’s archives starting Friday night. All videos at the website are viewable in full-screen. Paste this URL into your browser in order to access the “This is the Day” video archives. http://www.CatholicTV.org/shows/default.aspx?seriesID=72

Amidst Trends of Increasing Online TV Viewership CatholicTV Experiences Surge in Online Viewers


According to an April 2009 survey by the Pew Research Center's Internet & American Life Project, the share of online adults who watch videos on video-sharing sites has nearly doubled since 2006. CatholicTV is experiencing a similar trend according to its website analytics which show that online viewership has become increasingly popular. Online viewership at CatholicTV.com from U.S site visitors has increased 20% in the last 6 months and as much 251% from site visitors from other countries such as Germany. In an effort to accommodate this increasing demand for online Catholic television programming, CatholicTV now offers over 700 full-length episodes of various Catholic shows in its archives with full-screen viewing available.

Below are some of the shows which are available at CatholicTV.com either in the archives or accessible via the live, streaming broadcast.

WOW: The CatholicTV Challenge- Catholic game show featuring 3rd graders answering questions about the faith.

http://www.catholictv.com/shows/default.aspx?seriesID=137

We’ve Got to Talk- Father Dan O’Connell preaches in front of a blue screen with unusual backgrounds. He was once filmed with a superhero costume on with a blue screen of the city in the background.

http://www.catholictv.com/shows/default.aspx?seriesID=77

The Future Depends on Love- A program on marriage and how married love and life transforms the world.

http://www.catholictv.com/shows/default.aspx?seriesID=74

Real FaithTV- A show for teens produced by teens which explores everyday issues of morality and faith from a young person’s perspective. Produced by Diocese of Trenton, NJ
http://www.catholictv.com/shows/default.aspx?seriesID=60

In Your Faith- explains the Catholic faith simply and offers examples from the perspective of a young person. (Salt and Light Television)

http://www.catholictv.com/shows/default.aspx?seriesID=105

CatholicTV’s broadcast is viewable 24 hours per day by visiting www.CatholicTV.com and clicking on “Watch CatholicTV Live”.