Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen - A Prophet for Our Times
Fr. Andrew Apostoli
Fondly remembered by millions for his pioneering work in Catholic broadcasting, Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen was one of the best-loved and most influential preachers of the 20th century. Through his faith, vision and charming wit, the saintly Archbishop touched millions of hearts and souls through his national radio show The Catholic Hour and his live network television broadcast, Life is Worth Living, which became one of the most popular shows of its day.
Voice of the Church
Originally broadcast on EWTN, and now on four-CDs (or audiocassettes) from St. Joseph Communications, Fr. Andrew Apostoli of the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal hosts Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen: A Prophet for Our Time. A "spiritual son" of Bishop Sheen, Fr Apostoli's fascinating series chronicles the life and career of the man who was the virtual voice of the Catholic Church in the U.S, for thirty years.
Ordained to the priesthood by the beloved prelate in 1967, Fr. Apostoli offers personal stories and insights that combine to create an intimate portrait of Fulton Sheen as a great moral leader, a courageous example and inspiration for our priests and bishops - a strong and saintly voice for our times. As Bishop Sheen himself would say, "we need a voice that's right when everyone else is wrong."
Simplicity and Clarity
Voted one of the top four most influential Catholics of the 20th century, in this presentation you'll rediscover the simplicity and clarity of Sheen's preaching, teaching, and philosophy of life from many personal testimonies of his influence on the lives of others, and from actual recordings of the beloved prelate himself. What emerges is a portrait of a man whose dedication to God helped him to rise from humble beginnings to become one of the best educated and the best loved Catholic prelates of his generation, while never losing sight of the ultimate goal of bringing souls to Christ.
You'll be spiritually moved and have your faith enriched in new ways by the heroic example of Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen revealed in the shared memories and enlightening anecdotes of those who knew and loved him. Scholar, apologist, educator, philosopher and mass communicator, the cause for Fulton Sheen's canonization was officially opened on September 14, 2002. Order this powerful new audio series, Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen: A Prophet for Our Time, today and discover why there is nothing as powerful as a saint whose time has come.
Discover:
Why Archbishop Sheen is a "prophet for our times"
How the beloved prelate rose from humble beginnings to world-wide fame and influence
The importance of Eucharistic devotion in his life and faith
How Fulton Sheen revolutionized Catholic evangelization
The secret of his amazing success as a public speaker
What Bishop Sheen has in common with Mother Teresa, Padre Pio and Pope John Paul II
How, if you "Believe the impossible, you can do the incredible"
Bishop Sheen's world travels and meetings with many influential figures of the 20th century
How his example of humility and holiness continues to inspire a new generation of clergy and laity