Episodes

  • Amplify with Fr. Ron Lengwin - KDKA News Radio 100.1 FM / 1020 AM - Archbishop Sheen’s Book of Sacraments

    Amplify with Fr. Ron Lengwin - KDKA News Radio 100.1 FM / 1020 AM - Archbishop Sheen’s Book of Sacraments
    Jun 2 2025

    Fr. Ron Lengwin discusses with Al Smith the contents of his latest anthology titled "Archbishop Sheen's Book of Sacraments" published by Sophia Institute Press.

    They share selected passages from the book and talk about the impact Archbishop Sheen had on the church.

    To purchase the book visit - https://www.sophiainstitute.com/products/item/archbishop-sheens-book-of-sacraments
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    1 hr and 17 mins
  • TradCadKnight Podcast Featuring Al Smith Discussing Archbishop Sheen’s Book of Sacraments

    TradCadKnight Podcast Featuring Al Smith Discussing Archbishop Sheen’s Book of Sacraments
    Jun 2 2025

    Al Smith has a discussion with Eric Gajewski from the TradCadKnight Podcast about his latest Sheen anthology published by Sophia Institute Press called "Archbishop Sheen's Book of Sacraments."

    Al Smith is the editor of three best-selling books available from Sophia Institute Press: “The Cries of the Jesus from the Cross: A Fulton Sheen Anthology” (2018) “Lord, Teach Us To Pray: A Fulton Sheen Anthology” (2020) and “Archbishop Sheen’s Book of Sacraments: A Fulton Sheen Anthology“ (2021) He is a husband, father, grandfather, a man of trade, and a business owner. Al has served the Church for fifteen years as a Catholic evangelist, radio host, writer, Internet broadcaster, and retreat director. He is the founder and director of the Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen Mission Society of Canada and has served on the Board of Directors of the Archbishop Fulton John Sheen Foundation in Peoria, Illinois, which promotes the cause of Fulton J. Sheen’s canonization process. Al is the creator of the website Bishop Sheen Today, which features the life and works of the Venerable Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen.

    To hear the full podcast in its entirety, please visit https://tradcatknight.org/2021/08/30/new-special-guest-video-interview-august-30-allan-smith-sheen-the-right-rite-examining-your-conscience/

    God Love You.
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    33 mins
  • 10 Good Reasons to Make a Holy Hour by Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen

    10 Good Reasons to Make a Holy Hour by Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen
    Jun 1 2025

    During this reflection, Sheen Enthusiast (Al Smith) details ten good reasons for making a Holy Hour.

    He shares some of the wisdom found in Archbishop Sheen's book "Lord Teach us to Pray - An Anthology" (Sophia Institute Press - 2020)

    But why spend an hour a day in meditation? Because we are living on the surface of our souls, knowing little either of God or our inner self. Our knowledge is mostly about things, not about destiny. Here are ten reasons to make a Holy Hour from Archbishop Sheen.

    (1) Because it is time spent in the Presence of Our Lord Himself. If faith is alive, no further reason is needed.

    (2) Because in our busy life it takes considerable time to shake off the “noonday devils,” the worldly cares, which cling to our souls, like dust.

    (3) Because Our Lord asked for it.

    (4) Because the Holy Hour keeps a balance between the spiritual and the practical.

    (5) Because the Holy Hour will make us practice what we preach.

    (6) Because the Holy Hour helps us make reparation both for the sins of the world and for our own.

    (7) Because it reduces our liability to temptation and weakness.

    (8) Because the Holy Hour is a personal prayer.

    (9) Meditation keeps us from seeking an external escape from our worries and miseries.

    (10) Finally, because the Holy Hour is necessary for the Church.

    For more information about the life and legacy of Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen please visit: www.bishopsheentoday.com/
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    34 mins
  • Lord Teach us to Pray - GRN Alive Radio Interview on Feb. 17, 2020

    Lord Teach us to Pray - GRN Alive Radio Interview on Feb. 17, 2020
    Jun 1 2025
    Al Smith who is the Compiler and Editor of the book - "Lord Teach us to Pray - An Anthology" published by Sophia Institute Press takes time to share some of the insights Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen wrote on the topic of prayer. The host of the program (Joe McClane) discusses with Al the contents of the book and a little bit of background information about the Venerable Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen. Praying the Our Father, the Mass, the Holy Hour, the Stations of the Cross and much more will be the topics of discussion during this 45-minute interview on the Guadalupe Radio Network. http://www.grnonline.com/ Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen wrote a great deal about prayer and the importance of developing the "Holy Habit of Prayer". Over the years he produced a number of small prayer books that helped hundreds of thousands of souls. Many of these are included in this anthology. The book is dedicated to St. Joseph in honour of his role in teaching Our Blessed Lord how to pray during his life. St. Joseph was also given the privilege of adoring the Lord, first at Bethlehem and then for many years at Nazareth. It is my hope that through his intercession, Good St. Joseph will help many souls learn how to pray and adore the Lord well. Speak Lord your servant is Listening. 1 Samuel 3:10 Lord Teach us to Pray. Luke 11:1 God Love You. Al Smith https://www.bishopsheentoday.com/
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    46 mins
  • Bishop Sheen Presents - KENOSIS - A Retreat for Everyone

    Bishop Sheen Presents - KENOSIS - A Retreat for Everyone
    May 31 2025

    Please enjoy this reflection from Fulton J. Sheen that was recorded during one of his popular retreat.

    May I encourage you to support our sponsors who have made these quality recordings available for your listening pleasure.

    www.fultonsheen.com www.bishopsheen.com

    For more information about the life and legacy of The Venerable Servant of God, Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen please visit:

    www.bishopsheentoday.com www.archbishopsheencause.org

    God Love You.

    Al Smith Host and Producer Your Life is Worth Living FM 98.5 (CKWR) and Radio Maria Canada email: bishopfultonjsheen@gmail.com

    Catalog of shows available on demand through Radio Maria please visit https://eng.radiomaria.ca/podcasts/bsp/
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    29 mins
  • Lord Teach us to Pray - Interview with Jon Leonetti on Iowa Catholic Radio - March 12, 2020

    Lord Teach us to Pray - Interview with Jon Leonetti on Iowa Catholic Radio - March 12, 2020
    May 30 2025
    Jon Leonetti interviews Al Smith about his newest book "Lord Teach us to Pray". They discuss the content of the book along with some tips on developing a holy habit of prayer. To purchase the book visit: https://www.sophiainstitute.com/products/item/lord-teach-us-to-pray
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    7 mins
  • Bishop Sheen Presents - ANGELS - Life is Worth Living Program

    Bishop Sheen Presents - ANGELS - Life is Worth Living Program
    May 30 2025

    Please enjoy this reflection from Fulton J. Sheen that was recorded for his popular television program called Life is Worth Living.

    May I encourage you to support our sponsors who have made these quality recordings available for your listening pleasure.

    www.fultonsheen.com www.bishopsheen.com

    For more information about the life and legacy of The Venerable Servant of God, Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen please visit:

    www.bishopsheentoday.com www.archbishopsheencause.org

    God Love You.

    Al Smith Host and Producer Your Life is Worth Living FM 98.5 (CKWR) and Radio Maria Canada email: bishopfultonjsheen@gmail.com

    Catalog of shows available on demand through Radio Maria please visit https://eng.radiomaria.ca/podcasts/bsp/
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    27 mins
  • Bishop Sheen Presents - OUR CROSS - A Retreat for Everyone

    Bishop Sheen Presents - OUR CROSS - A Retreat for Everyone
    May 29 2025

    Please enjoy this reflection from Fulton J. Sheen that was recorded during one of his popular retreat.

    May I encourage you to support our sponsors who have made these quality recordings available for your listening pleasure.

    www.fultonsheen.com www.bishopsheen.com

    For more information about the life and legacy of The Venerable Servant of God, Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen please visit:

    www.bishopsheentoday.com www.archbishopsheencause.org

    God Love You.

    Al Smith Host and Producer Your Life is Worth Living FM 98.5 (CKWR) and Radio Maria Canada email: bishopfultonjsheen@gmail.com

    Catalog of shows available on demand through Radio Maria please visit https://eng.radiomaria.ca/podcasts/bsp/
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    26 mins