EWTN Canonization Coverage

A schedule of EWTN's television programming related to the canonization of Blessed Josemaría Escrivá, the founder of Opus Dei.

All times are Eastern Standard Time. To see programming schedules outside the U.S., please use the link at the right. EWTN will be broadcasting canonization programming in several languages in countries all around the world. Those without cable access can watch the broadcasts over the internet on streaming video at www.vatican.va/news_services/television/multimedia/live-week_it.html or www.ewtn.com/audiovideo/index.htm .

A GIFT OF GOD (60:00)

A biographical film on the life of the founder of Opus Dei, Blessed Josemaría Escrivá, whom Pope John Paul II calls "a great figure of modern church history." This documentary follows the growth of his Catholic institution from its beginnings in 1928 to its expansion throughout the world. This video also examines the spiritual root of Opus Dei and the diversity of its membership, particularly in the United States.

Thursday September 26, 2002 1:00 PM

BLESSED JOSEMARIA ESCRIVA (30:00)

This presentation explores the life and works of Blessed Josemaría Escrivá, founder of Opus Dei. His willingness to serve God continues to inspire hundreds.

Sunday October 6, 2002 2:00 AM

WHEREVER YOU ARE (In Spanish, subtitled in English) (30:00)

Discover God in your work as Blessed Josemaría Escrivá gives instruction on the Christian meaning of work. Since the Kingdom of God is within us, Escrivá explains how the faithful can seek God in everything, especially at work. Interviews with working people - from a wide spectrum of the workforce - are interwoven with footage of Escriva's engaging and humorous delivery.

Sunday October 6, 2002 2:30 AM

THEY CALL HIM FATHER IN THE FIVE CONTINENTS (60:00)

This documentary explores the life and works of Msgr. Josemaría Escrivá, founder of Opus Dei.

Sunday October 6, 2002 3:00 AM

SPECIAL LIVE EVENT CANONIZATION OF BLESSED JOSEMARÍA ESCRIVÁ FROM ST. PETER’S SQUARE (3 HOURS)

Sunday October 6, 2002 4:00 AM LIVE

Sunday October 6, 2002 12:00 PM ENCORE

Sunday October 6, 2002 7:00 PM ENCORE

Monday October 7, 2002 12:00 AM ENCORE

Monday October 7, 2002 5:00 PM ENCORE

Wednesday October 9, 2002 1:00 PM ENCORE

Thursday October 10, 2002 10:00 PM ENCORE

EWTN BOOKMARK SPECIAL (30:00)

Sunday October 6, 2002 9:30 AM

A GIFT OF GOD (60:00)

A biographical film on the life of the founder of Opus Dei, Blessed Josemaría Escrivá, whom Pope John Paul II calls "a great figure of modern church history." This documentary follows the growth of his Catholic institution from its beginnings in 1928 to its expansion throughout the world. This video also examines the spiritual root of Opus Dei and the diversity of its membership, particularly in the United States.

Sunday October 6, 2002 10:00 AM

DOES IT WORK? (30:00)

This program provides the viewer with real-world work situations of average people, showing, in a practical, down-to-earth manner, how one can make a living connection between one’s spiritual life and one’s work life. The video shows Opus Dei at work in the everyday world.

Sunday October 6, 2002 11:00 AM

A MATTER OF FAITH: BLESSED JOSEMARÍA ESCRIVÁ (30:00)

What does a poet in Russia, a pianist in Brazil, a scientist in Germany, and a teacher in Spain have in common? They represent countless people around the world who have been profoundly touched by Blessed Josemaría Escrivá’s life and teaching. Learn how Escrivá inspires the laity to work toward the Christianization of the world, sanctifying their daily work and life in the process.

Sunday October 6, 2002 4:00 PM