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Fulton Sheen's Legacy and the Path to Beatification with Dr. Peter Howard This episode dives into the life, teachings, and enduring influence of Bishop Fulton Sheen, exploring why he remains more relevant today than ever. Dr. Peter Howard offers expert insights on Sheen’s profound theological impact and the upcoming beatification process, emphasizing the importance of authentic Catholic witness in a fractured world. 

Timestamps: 

00:00 - Introduction: Why Fulton Sheen remains a prophetic voice for today 

02:26 - Dr. Howard shares his personal miracle involving Sheen and his wife 

04:12 - Sheen as the greatest Catholic evangelist of the 20th century 

09:18 - Who was Fulton Sheen? His impact on America and the global church 

12:14 - Sheen and John Paul II: The two titans of 20th-century Catholic thought 

15:04 - The depth of Sheen’s research: Preparing 30 hours for each half-hour broadcast 

18:03 - Why Bishop Sheen’s beatification process has faced delays and political hurdles 

22:13 - The influence of personal wounds and the Lost Generation on Sheen’s life and mission 

26:40 - Sheen’s spiritual and theological formation at Louvain and Catholic University 

30:13 - Sheen’s early academic work: A blueprint for his evangelistic mission 

35:37 - The importance of simple, profound communication in evangelization

 37:29 - Sheen’s media approach: Understanding the disorder within man as the starting point 

42:06 - The love and compassion for sinners exemplified in Sheen’s pastoral stories 

45:49 - The sacrifice and sacrifice stories that marked Sheen’s life and priesthood 

50:00 - The priesthood as a victimhood: Sheen’s understanding of priestly sacrifice 

54:43 - How Fulton Sheen’s teachings on Mary help clarify the Marian dogma 

58:07 - The significance of Fulton Sheen’s upcoming beatification and how to support it

 62:48 - The political and ecclesiastical obstacles in the path of Sheen’s canonization process 

66:38 - The strategic importance of the date and location for Sheen’s beatification 

70:11 - The shared intellectual and spiritual legacy of Sheen, Kolbe, and other saints 

74:47 - The vital importance of devotion to Mary and understanding her role in salvation

 78:35 - The call for vibrant Catholic leadership: Courage, clarity, and truth-telling 

81:02 - Practical steps: Making the holy hour a weapon in spiritual warfare 

85:23 - The underbelly of the global mission: Serving the vulnerable with faith and sacrifice

 86:48 - Closing remarks: Embracing Fulton Sheen’s prophetic voice in our Catholic restoration 

Resources & Links: https://fultonsheeninstitute.com/

 https://www.fultonsheen.institute/the-woman 

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