Father Robert Reed Interviewed on NPR

Father Robert Reed Interviewed on NPR

On April 19, National Public Radio (NPR) aired an interview featuring Father Robert Reed, Director of CatholicTV during its program “All Things Considered”. The interview focused on CatholicTV’s recent announcement of the availability of 3-D videos on CatholicTV.com; and a 3-D edition of the CatholicTV monthly magazine which included 3-D glasses.

Father Reed discussed the use of the 3D technology to evangelize with NPR’s Art Silverman. Father Reed said that while it was a bit “gimmicky” the idea is to let people know that the Church makes use of current technologies to attract people to the core message of the Good News. Use of social media, high tech innovation, and a compelling message is essential to evangelization he said.

This edition of the All Things Considered program featured input from New York University Professor Angela Zito and Rabbi Mark Golub as well.

During the NPR interview, Art Silverman asked, “if 3-D technology can take us under the water, could it let us see someone special walk on water?”

A transcript and audio recording of this edition of All Things Considered is available at: http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=126114974

CatholicTV recently received national attention following an Associated Press story about the launch of new 3-D programming by CatholicTV. CatholicTV’s 3-D programs can be viewed now at www.3DCatholicTV.com.

Following 3-D Launch, CatholicTV Will Once Again Air Holy Week Services In High Definition

Holy Week services 2010 from the Cathedral of the Holy Cross will air in high definition (HDTV) and Dolby Digital Surround Sound 5.1 on CatholicTV where available. For viewers who do not have CatholicTV, Holy Week in HDTV will stream online at www.CatholicTV.com. This live stream is offered 24 hours per day in full-screen without charge.

CatholicTV will televise these HDTV liturgies from the Cathedral of the Holy Cross. In addition to the HDTV/Dolby Digital Surround Sound 5.1broadcast, CatholicTV will also air Holy Week liturgies from the Vatican.

CatholicTV started as the world’s first diocesan television station and is committed to using new technologies and innovation to spread the Gospel. Holy Week of 2009 debuted CatholicTV’s use of HD broadcasts. On March 23rd, CatholicTV unveiled new full-length 3-D shows and a special 3-D version of its monthly magazine.

CatholicTV programming in HDTV will be available starting Holy Week at www.HDCatholicTV.com

Link to newly-available CatholicTV programming in 3-D: www.3DCatholicTV.com

Link to the 3-D magazine: http://www.CatholicTV.com/magazine/magazine.aspx?magazineID=34221

Link to use to get a free copy of the magazine: http://www.CatholicTV.com/catholic-magazine.aspx

You’ve heard about our 3D videos, now hear about everything else that’s happening at CatholicTV!

CatholicTV connects with viewers via social networking sites. You could say we are getting around!

CatholicTV recognizes that people need ready access to faith resources throughout the day and in a variety of places. For that reason CatholicTV has developed a state-of-the-art broadband TV network where daily and Sunday Masses are available in full screen and on-demand – FOR FREE. The Mass is the “source and summit” for Catholics and CatholicTV strives to make this available on every device. The Mass is available on-line, via a free download from iTunes and is broadcast throughout day. Sunday Masses originate from Boston, San Antonio (Spanish) and The Basilica of the Sacred Heart at Notre Dame.

The rosary, a popular scriptural devotion is also available daily. Viewers can tune into the CatholicTV You Tube Channel http://www.youtube.com/user/CatholicTV or watch on a variety of cable carriers throughout the US.

Throughout the day CatholicTV staff members update Twitter with the happenings which take place in the Boston area studios http://twitter.com/CatholicTV . One of the most popular social networking sites for individuals and organizations is Facebook; viewers can register as fans at CatholicTV’s Facebook page.

The CatholicTV blogspot gives viewers an opportunity to keep up-to-date with the events and productions of CatholicTV. Read the CatholicTV blog by visiting http://Catholic-TV.blogspot.com/

CatholicTV’s monthly magazine brings all these sources together by sharing great articles, the monthly programming schedule and the listing of presiders at daily and Sunday Mass. The magazine is free as is the e-newsletter which is sent out via email. People who are interested in receiving the magazine and newsletter can sign up at the website http://CatholicTV.com/magazine/subscribe.aspx

Viewers have several wonderful ways to stay in touch with CatholicTV and CatholicTV loves being connected to viewers

Associated Press Writes International Story About CatholicTV’s New 3-D Programming

On Tuesday, March 23rd, the Associated Press released an internationally-distributed story entitled “CatholicTV Rolls Out Shows in 3-D to Attract Youth”.

The story has been picked up all around the U.S. including the New York Times & The Washington Post. The story has also been picked up around the globe including at the New Zealand Herald, News 24 South Africa, and many others.

Below are links to the story at the New York Times and Associated Press websites:

http://www.nytimes.com/aponline/2010/03/23/us/AP-US-REL-3D-Catholic-TV.html?_r=1

AP- http://license.icopyright.net/user/viewFreeUse.act?fuid=NzYyNzQzMQ==

World’s First Catholic Television Station, CatholicTV Becomes First Catholic Television Network to Offer 3-D Programming

On Tuesday, March 23rd, CatholicTV announced a special 3-D version of its monthly magazine (April edition) along with special 3-D episodes of several popular CatholicTV shows. The announcement will be made during the live talk show “This is the Day”.

The April edition of CatholicTV’s monthly magazine will include a pair of 3-D glasses which will allow subscribers to view the magazine in 3-D and also to view the 3-D programming which is now offered only at CatholicTV.com. CatholicTV currently has over 1000 videos on its website. Many of these videos are full-length CatholicTV programs and are viewable in full-screen on any computer.

CatholicTV is also considering broadcasting a 3-D episode on television and may broadcast a special episode in order to gauge the demand for 3-D broadcast programming.

The idea originally came from CatholicTV’s Director Fr. Robert Reed, who thought it would be a good idea to embrace unique technologies in order to spread the Gospel.

CatholicTV.com has special 3-D episodes of the following shows at www.CatholicTV.com: These episodes are be accessible at http://www.3DCatholicTV.com

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 in front of a blue screen of the city.

House+Home- Reality-style show which takes viewers into Catholic homes, showing how Catholic families live their faith.

WOW: The CatholicTV Challenge- Catholic game show with 3rd grade contestants answering questions on Scripture and the catechism.

Going My Way- A modern version of the Merv Griffin Show. Father Chris Hickey and Father Paul Rouse share their musical talents along with guest priests.

This is the Day- CatholicTV’s signature talk show which has featured Johnny Pesky, Mike Lowell, Sister Helen Prejean (Dead Man Walking). The show includes Catholic News and guest appearances.

Blink- Everyday Catholics throughout the country share their faith in short video segments on a variety of topics.

CatholicTV Rosary from Rome, Italy- Video footage of Fr. Reed praying the Rosary in Rome

Catholic Destinations- Senior Producer, Kevin Nelson hosts this Catholic travel show which takes viewers to interesting places of significance to the Catholic Faith. Filmed all over the U.S. and around the world.

CatholicTV Rosary From Washington, D.C. -Video footage of Fr. Reed praying the Rosary in the nation’s capital, at the National Basilica.

A link to the 3-D magazine: http://www.CatholicTV.com/magazine/magazine.aspx?magazineID=34221

The link to use to get a free copy of the magazine: http://www.CatholicTV.com/catholic-magazine.aspx