Homeboy Industries Founder Fr. Greg Boyle and Fellow Catholics Highlighted on CatholicTV

During the week beginning November 2nd, CatholicTV will air a special program which highlights Catholics putting their faith into action. The special program is called Faith Works Across the USA (Faith Works). Faith Works takes a look at numerous Catholic ministries and the lay persons, priests, and religious involved. These ministries include Homeboy Industries, which is a special organization which works with formerly gang-involved youth to help them with job placement, training, and education. Fr.Greg Boyle, S.J. founded Homeboy Industries and during the Faith Works television program, he mentions how on many occasions he’s been in the crossfire of gang shootings. Father Boyle also shares his personal experience of presiding at the funerals and burials of 134 of the kids he has worked with in his ministry.

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Faith Works highlights several other ministries including the Youth Migrant Project; a volunteer organization which consists largely of young people from the Archdiocese of Seattle. The teens spend a week or more serving at day care centers, staffing food pantries and other service centers which support migrant workers in the area. After witnessing the impoverished living conditions of the workers, many of the young people involved with the program leave with an enhanced appreciation for their own luxuries such as having their own bedrooms and access to showers.

Another ministry featured on Faith Works is the Café Reconcile which resides in a high-crime area near downtown New Orleans. Café Reconcile was founded by another Jesuit priest named Fr. Harry Tompson, S.J. Café Reconcile also employs at-risk youths and teaches them the skills they need to gain and sustain employment.

The United States Catholic Conference of Bishops (USCCB) Communications funds projects such as Faith Works through the Catholic Communications Campaign. “ Faith Works is a collection of videos showing people, places and programs affecting faith in our everyday lives” and is produced by the USCCB to promote Gospel values. CatholicTV airs specials such as Faith Works each week. In addition to the USCCB, dioceses, religious communities, independent film makers and apostolates from all over the nation and the world produce documentary pieces which CatholicTV airs in a programming block entitled CatholicTV Presents. This programming block is established to share the Good News and works that Catholics are called to in the spiritual and corporal works of mercy.

Air times for CatholicTV Presents each week are (EST): Monday 2:00PM Tuesday 10:30PM Wednesday 4:00PM Thursday 6:30AM Friday 9:30PM Saturday 10:30AM Sunday 2:00AM


More information on CatholicTV presents is available at: http://www.catholictv.com/shows/default.aspx?seriesID=26

Former Anglican Priest Turned Catholic Priest Will Discuss Recent Invitation To Anglicans From Pope on CatholicTV Talk Show

On Friday, October 30th, Fr. Richard Bradford, a former Anglican priest, now Catholic priest will appear on the CatholicTV talk show “This is the Day”. Fr. Bradford will discuss Pope Benedict’s recent announcement that an apostolic constitution is forthcoming; the constitution will detail a new hierarchical structure for the reception of Anglicans within the Catholic Church. Cardinal William Levada, the prefect of the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith, did not announce the title of the document. The announcement was made prior to the release of the constitution to eliminate confusion and to share the information that the process will ease the way for Anglican Bishops, priests and communities to enter the Catholic Church without losing their distinctive Anglican identity.

Some members of the Anglican Church have expressed enthusiasm for the new provisions announced by Pope Benedict XVI which will allow for the transition of Anglicans into the Catholic Church. Archbishop John Hepworth of the Traditional Anglican Communion said that he was “profoundly moved” by Pope Benedict’s generosity. Ecumenical discussion between Catholics and Anglicans has been underway for many years; the dialogue will continue.

Fr. Richard Bradford, who will appear on CatholicTV, is Chaplain to the Congregation of St. Athanasius, which is a Roman Catholic Community in the Greater Boston Area that preserves certain elements of the Anglican tradition and liturgy in their Masses. Fr. Bradford is married and was once an Anglican priest and is now a Catholic priest. The Congregation of St. Athanasius has its origins from a group of 29 Anglicans in Boston who entered the Catholic Church in 1997 under the Pastoral Provision established by Pope John Paul II in 1980.

Fr. Bradford’s interview can be seen on Friday, October 30th 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

What is it Like to Be Raised by Monks? Author Will Tell During Interview on CatholicTV

On Friday, October 30th, Seymour Lenz, author of “Raised in the South by the Benedictine Monks at St. Bernard’s Abbey” will be interviewed on the CatholicTV talk show “This is the Day”. During his interview, Mr. Lenz will discuss the unique experiences of persevering through poverty and his adventures with his childhood friends and monks. The interview will be shown live at www.CatholicTV.com and on CatholicTV.

One person commented on Mr. Lenz’s book: "Nothing in the world can take the place of persistence." This delightful little read certainly exemplifies this idea. From his younger years in South Georgia until high school graduation in Cullman, Alabama, Seymour Lenz takes the reader through his trials and tribulations as he never gives up, thanks to the family he made at St Bernard's School. The author shares stories soliciting a range of emotions while maintaining a testament of hope and giving credit to the monks who helped raise him. An insightful look into life in the rural south.”

Seymour Lenz’s interview can be seen on Friday, October 30th 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

St. Bernard Abbey is a vibrant monastic community of Catholic men who follow the 1500-year Benedictine tradition of worship and work through daily prayer and service in ministries that include education, hospitality, parish ministry and spiritual retreats.

More information on St. Bernard Abbey is available at http://www.stbernardabbey.com/

Catholic Filmmaker to Be Interviewed on CatholicTV Talk Show

On Friday, October 23rd, Justin Bell, the producer of an upcoming film called “Seven Shades of Green” will appear on the CatholicTV talk show “This is the Day”. Justin is a Catholic graduate student studying Visual and Media Arts. He has also been involved in a Catholic college campus outreach organization called FOCUS. Justin will talk about the film “Seven Shades of Green” which is currently in production. The film looks at the lives of 7 people, living in both the United States and Ireland. The film aims to give viewers insight into modern Ireland, while learning about its past. A clip of the film will be shown during the broadcast.

One of the people interviewed in Seven Shades of Green is Fr. David Shoemaker. Fr. Shoemaker is a Catholic priest who recently served in the parishes in South Boston and is of mixed Irish heritage. Rotimi Adebari is also interviewed in the film. After moving to Ireland from Nigeria, Mr. Adebari became the first black mayor in Ireland.

Justin chose St. Patrick as the Patron Saint of the film.

Justin Bell attended Colorado State University. He has written articles for several periodicals including the National Catholic Register & The Fort Collins Coloradoan. Justin has produced several films and short-films including a humorous film called “The Towman Cometh”. Justin chose St. Patrick as the Patron Saint of the film “Seven Shades of Green”.

More information about “Seven Shades of Green” can be found at www.sevenshadesofgreen.net.

Justin Bell’s interview can be seen on Friday, October 23rd 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

John Monahan served as lector at daily Mass

Daily Mass with Fr. Reed and Deacon Dick Field JR

Father Dan moving to the other side of the camera?

Father Dan was in the studio today taping an episode of We've Got To Talk and he decided to see what life was like on the other side of the camera. This is a multi-talented guy!

Growing Closer to God Through Sports? Author To Be Interviewed on CatholicTV

On October 20th, Jim Penrice, author of the book Living the Eucharist Through Sports, will appear on the CatholicTV talk show “This is the Day”. Jim is also a member of Catholic Athletes For Christ which includes numerous well-known Catholic professional athletes and coaches. In his book, Jim says, “An athlete’s pledge to their teammates, coaches, and fans has Eucharistic overtones: “This is my body, which will be given up for you.”

“The book reflects on sports as a profound way to live the Eucharist, joining us to Jesus, the greatest athlete ever”, said Jim about his book. The book offers an athletic perspective on the Mass, Eucharistic adoration, the sacrament of Reconciliation, the Rosary, prayer, humility, and suffering, among other topics.

Jim is a popular speaker on the catechetical opportunities in sports. He serves as Pastoral Associate/Adult Faith Formation at St. Mary Parish in Spring Lake, Michigan. Jim believes that sports are enormously popular and rich in catechetical potential. His book offers ways to use sports to connect people of all ages to their faith.

Jim’s interview can be seen on Tuesday, October 20th 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

4-Time All Star and Boston Red Sox Third Baseman Mike Lowell was recently interviewed by CatholicTV. The interview can be viewed at http://www.catholictv.com/shows/default.aspx?seriesID=72&videoID=326. The interview starts at 13 minutes and 12 seconds into the episode.

Catholics Can Learn About the Catholic Faith Online Anytime at CatholicTV.com

Catholics now have an online source for Catholic catechesis available to them at anytime at www.CatholicTV.com. CatholicTV.com offers many shows which aim to teach about the Catholic faith. These catechetical shows include a retreat based on the Ignatian Discernment of Spirits, a series on the Old Testament prophets, a Catechetical game show, a Catholic discussion show produced by teenagers, a show on Catholic marriage, and many others.

CatholicTV.com has over 60 shows for Catholics who are interested in learning more about their faith and growing closer to God. CatholicTV produces about 40% of its programming and all of the shows by CatholicTV have archived episodes viewable anytime.

Below are descriptions of some of the shows that teach about the Catholic faith at CatholicTV.com along with links to the show page.

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+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”.

Miraculous Medal and Devotion to Be Discussed on CatholicTV Talk Show

On October 16th, the Shrine of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal and devotion to Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal will be discussed on the CatholicTV talk show “This is the Day”. The Director of the Central Association of the Miraculous Medal, Fr. Carl Pieber, C.M. will discuss the shrine and the special Marian devotion. Last year, the association distributed more than $300,000 to the poor and needy (source: catholicshrines.net).

The Central Association of the Miraculous Medal was established in 1915, by Father Joseph Skelly, C.M. The purpose of The Central Association is to propagate and increase devotion to Mary Immaculate by encouraging devotion to Mary under her title of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal. The Association continues this work today along with the education and formation of men for the priesthood and brotherhood in the seminaries of the Congregation of the Mission; support of the aged and infirm Vincentians of the Eastern Province of the Congregation, the parent body of The Central Association of the Miraculous Medal and the support of the apostolic works of the Eastern Province on behalf of the poor. More information about the Association may be found at http://www.cammonline.org

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

During his interview on “This is the Day”, Fr. Pieber will discuss the shrine of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal in Philadelphia, PA. The shrine was built in 1927 and features a large statue of Mary. The statue is made of Carrara marble which is so rare and so expensive that seldom is it used by artists. The tabernacle in “Mary’s Central Shrine” is also made with fine marble. The stained glass windows in the shrine each contain medallions which portray incidents from the life of Mary from her birth to her coronation in heaven.

During his interview, Fr. Pieber will discuss the story of St. Catherine Labouré and the Miraculous Medal. Saint Catherine Labouré was a sister of the Community of the Daughters of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul in Paris. Here, during the first months of her novitiate, she witnessed a number of apparitions of the Blessed Virgin, who confided to her the mission of having the Miraculous Medal made. She died in 1876 and 57 years later, her body was exhumed and found to be in perfect condition. Her body now resides in a glass coffin in the Chapel of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal in Paris, France.

Fr. Pieber’s interview can be seen on Friday, October 16th 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.