THE DONUT MANThe Best Present of AllRob Evans and the Donut Repair Club
celebrate Jesus through teaching and
song. December 17, 5:00 PM; December 22, 9:00 AM; December 27,4:00 PM. (30 min.)
MARTIN THE COBBLERBased on a story written by the famous
Russian author Leo Tolstoy, and narrated
by his daughter, Alexandra. December 18,4:00 PM; December 22, 11:00 AM; December 18, 4:30 PM. (30 min.)
WE ARECATHOLICChristmas SpecialThis Christmas
story brings
together the
world's largest
Christmas tree,
a helicopter,
and some lost
boys, with surprising results. December18, 4:30 PM; December 22, 9:30 AM;December 25, 4:30 PM. (30 min.)
NICHOLAS: THE BOY WHO BECAMESANTANicholas was still a young boy when he
discovered the love of Jesus and the gift of
giving that changed the world. Based on
historical facts and traditions, this animated
biography is sure to become a family
favorite. December 19, 4:00 PM; December 25, 11:00 AM; December 27,5:00 PM. (30 min.)
MICHAEL THE VISITORNarrated by Stockard Channing, this
charming fable is an adaptation of
Tolstoy’s classic tale about a lost young
man with an amazing secret. December20, 5:00 PM; December 25, 4:00 PM. (30 min.)
WE CELEBRATE CHRISTMAS: THEBIRTH OF JESUSLammy, the loveable puppet, guides
children through the nativity story. He
helps them understand the true meaning
of Christmas, with lots of singing, dancing,
and good old fashioned fun.
December 25, 5:00 PM. (30 min.)
THE FIRST CHRISTMASA colorful, animated production, narrated
by Christopher Plummer, that tells the
traditional story of the birth of Jesus.
December 25, 5:30 PM; December 28,4:00 PM. (30 min.)
TAJCI: A CHRISTMASBROADCAST SPECIAL
The Croatian singer Tajci (Tatiana)
performs a unique made-for-television
Christmas musical concert that
includes seasonal favorites such as
O Come, O Come Emmanuel; Silent Night,
and many others. December 21, 6:00 PM; December 25, 9:00 PM; December 27,3:00 AM. (30 min.)
THE CARLOW CHOIR PRESENTS:JOY TO THE WORLDEnjoy the sounds of the season in this
delightful Christmas program from The
Carlow Choir. December 21, 11:00 PM; December 26, 5:30 PM. (30 min.)
MYSTERIES OF THE ROSARYA presentation of the Joyful Mysteries of
the Rosary. Produced by the famous Family
Theater ministry, founded by the late
Fr. Patrick Peyton, CSC.
The NativityDecember 22, 2:30 AM; December 24, 6:00 PM; December 26, 3:30 AM. (30 min.)The VisitationDecember 23, 5:30 PM. (30 min.) The Annunication December 19, 11:30 PM; December 20,10:00 AM.
DANA: OUR FAMILY CHRISTMASJoin Dana, her family and friends as they
present an old-fashioned family Christmas.
Hear the meaning of many traditional
customs, and gather new ideas for yourself
and your family. December 23, 2:00 AM; December 27, 10:30 AM. (1 hr)
EWTN'S VATICAN REPORTChristmas SpecialPreparations in Saint Peter’s. A visit to
Christmas markets in Rome with a special
feature on an altarpiece dedicated to the
Holy Family. Manger scenes from around the
world and a relic of Christ’s crib. December23, 3:00 AM; December 26, 10:00 PM; December 31, 1:30 PM. (30 min.)
IN CONCERT: CORRETTE'S CHRISTMAS SYMPHONIESChamber ensemble La Fantasia
performs the Christmas Symphonies of
18th-century French composer Michel
Corrette. A moving concert that evokes the
serene beauty of Christ's holy birth.
December 26, 1:30 AM; December 30,4:00 AM. (1 hr. 30 min.)
LIGHT OF THE EAST IILiturgical Year: The NativityFr. Michael Sopoliga and Fr. Joseph
Bertha take a look at the many traditions
surrounding the Feast of the Nativity in the
Byzantine Church. December 26, 2:00 PM.(30 min.)
THE CHIMESIt’s New Year’s Eve. Toby Veck, a poor
messenger, is discouraged with life, but
his beloved Chimes in the church belfry
show him how grim life would be without
hope or love. December 26, 4:30 PM;December 31, 5:00 PM. (30 min.)
December 23-31
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LIVE - SOLEMN MASS OF CHRISTMAS EVE WITH POPE BENEDICT XVISolemnity of the Birth of Our Lord: Mass with
the Holy Father from St. Peter’s Basilica.
December 24, 4:00 PM. Encores, December 25, 8:00 AM, 7:00 PM. (2 hrs.)
LIVE - CHORAL MEDITATIONS ONTHE NATIVITYLive from the Basilica of the National Shrine
of the Immaculate Conception, Washington,
D.C., USA. Musical Composition for the Birth
of Our Lord. December 24, 10:00 PM. Followed by Solemn Mass of Christmas Eve.
Archbishop Carlo Maria Vigano, Apostolic
Nuncio to the United States, celebrant and
homilist. December 24, 10:30 PM. (1 hr. 30 min.)
LIVE - SOLEMN MASS OF CHRISTMAS - EWTNThe Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal
Word celebrate solemn Christmas Mass from
their chapel in Irondale, Alabama, USA.
December 25, 1:00 AM. Encore, December 26, 12:00 AM. (1 hr. 30 min.)
LIVE - URBI ET ORBI: MESSAGE ANDBLESSINGFrom St. Peter’s loggia, Pope Benedict XVI
gives his blessing to the city and the world.
December 25, 6:00 AM. Encores, December 25, 10:00 PM; December 27,2:00 PM; December 31, 9:00 PM. (1 hr.)
LIVE - SOLEMN MASS OF CHRISTMAS DAY (BNSIC)Cardinal Donald Wuerl celebrates the
Solemn Mass of Christmas Day, from
the Basilica of the National Shrine of the
Immaculate Conception in Washington, D.C.
December 25, 12:00 PM. (2 hrs.)
LIVE - VESPERS OF THANKSGIVINGFrom the BNSIC, Washington, D.C.
December 31, 12:00 PM. Encore, December 31, 6:30 PM. (1 hr. 30 min.)
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SAVORINGOUR FAITHFr. Leo
Patalinghug is
joined by Fr.
Patrick Mary,
MFVA, to present
a special
Christmas Family
Meal. Discover not only some
great Christmas recipes but also
reflections on the birth of Our Lord.
December 19, 6:00 PM & 11:30PM; December 20, 10:00 AM &11:00 AM, December 23, 1:30 AM; December 26, 6:00 PM.
LIVING RIGHT WITH DR. RAYDr. Ray and guests will give tips
to help you stay focused on Christ
during the sometimes tense and
hectic Christmas holidays.
December 20, 5:30 PM; December 22, 10:00 PM; December 27, 5:30 PM; December 29, 10:00 PM.
WOMEN OF GRACEJohnnette Benkovic and guests will
present special Christmas episodes.
Ep. 1 – Help with the difficulties
people have during this time of year,
including depression and loneliness.
December 17, 11:00 AM & 11:30PM; December 21, 11:00 AM &11:30 PM.Ep. 2 – Rejoice in the Christmas
Season with reflections on what
the Incarnation means, particularly
to women. December 24, 11:00AM; December 26, 11:00 AM; December 27, 11:30 PM.
Live Events
CHRIST COMES IN HISTORY, MYSTERY AND MAJESTY: REFLECTIONS ON ADVENT WITHHIS EMINENCE, TIMOTHY CARDINAL DOLAN Cardinal Timothy Dolan of New York
reflects on the majesty of Christ, his return
as the Omnipotent Judge, and how we
should look at our actions “under the
aspect of eternity” during Advent.
Ep. 3December 16, 9:00 PM; December 21.5:30 PM. (30 min.)Ep. 4Cardinal Timothy Dolan reflects on how
Christ comes through the saints, from the
proclamation of the kingdom, to the call of
repentance and conversion of heart.
December 23, 9:00 PM. (30 min.)
EWTN BOOKMARK: LITTLE STARA special EWTN Christmas Bookmark,
about a little star with a big role in
announcing Jesus’ birth in Bethlehem.
A story, author Anthony DeStefano tells
Bookmark host Doug Keck, written when
he was a teenager, and now brought to
life. Mark Elliott, in his second collaborative
effort with DeStefano, provides the
beautifully interpretative illustrations.
December 16, 9:30 & 11:30 PM; December 19, 11:00 AM; December 24,1:30 PM.
FR. RUTLER: STORIES OF HYMNSFr. George Rutler reflects on classic
Christmas hymns, teaching the histories
behind the songs.
O Come O Come EmmanuelDecember 16, 11:00 PM; December 20,6:30 AM. (30 min.) O Come All Ye FaithfulDecember 22, 4:00 PM; December 25,12:30 AM. (30 min.)
G. K. CHESTERTON'S “THE SURPRISE”The G.K. Chesterton play about a traveling
playwright who has created a set of
puppets, lifelike in every aspect but one, to
perform his play. December 17, 4:00 AM,2:00 PM; December 21, 1:00 PM; December 23, 10:00 PM; December 28,1:00 PM.
IN CONCERT: A CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION - O MAGNUM MYSTERIUMMusic for the Christmas season is
performed by the Corydon Singers and
His Majesty’s Sagbutts and Cornetts.
December 17, 2:00 PM; December 24,2:00 AM; December 29, 11:00 PM. (1 hr)
LIFE OF CHRISTThe SaviourIn Part One of the
Life of Christ trilogy,
this docu-drama,
shot entirely in
Spain, highlights the
events told in the
Joyful Mysteries of the Holy Rosary.
December 18, 4:00 AM; December 22,1:00 PM. (1 hr 30 min.)
THE WORD IS BORN: CHRISTMASWITH THE LOUISVILLE CHORUSThe Louisville Chorus celebrates the sounds
of the season in this special presentation of
Christmas favorites. The choir performs in
the historic Saint Martin of Tours Church in
Louisville, Kentucky.December 18, 9:00PM; December 24, 1:30 AM. (30 min.)
THEATER OF THE WORDA Morning Star ChristmasSeveral one-act performances in the
Christmas spirit presented by the Morning
Star Players and other actors from the
Theater of the Word. December 19, 2:00AM; December 22, 11:00 PM; December 23, 1:30 PM. (1 hr.)
JOY OF MUSICDiane Bish performs the music of
Christmas in places all over the world.
Great Moments of Christmas Part IIDecember 19, 6:30 AM. (30 min.)A Musical Journey of ChristmasDecember 21, 3:00 AM. (1 hr.)Christmas in GermanyDecember 22, 6:30 AM. (30 min.)Christmas in the Holy LandDecember 22, 6:30 PM. (30 min.)Christmas in BavariaDecember 23, 3:30 AM. 30 min.)Christkindle Christmas IIDecember 26, 6:30 AM. (30 min.)
LIFE IS WORTH LIVINGSuperman and ChristmasEWTN presents the Servant of God
Fulton J. Sheen as he discusses
timeless Christmas themes. December19, 2:00 PM; December 26, 6:00 AM;December 27, 9:00 AM. (30 min.) Sawdust BrainsArchbishop Sheen explains the effect of
Christmas on the world. December 23, 5:30 AM; December 29, 6:00 PM. (30 min.) The True Meaning of ChristmasArchbishop Sheen reminds us of why we
celebrate this holiest of days. December24, 9:00 PM; December 28, 4:00 AM. (30 min.)
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MOTHER ANGELICA LIVEChristmasDecember 17, 10:00 AM; December 22,7:00 PM; December 26, 10:00 AM. (1 hr.)A Very Special ChristmasDecember 18, 2:00 AM, 10:00 AM; December 25, 10:00 AM. (1 hr.)A Little Child Shall Lead Them December 18, 8:00 PM; December 21,10:00 AM; December 23, 6:00 PM. (1 hr.)A Christmas MessageDecember 19, 1:00 AM, 10:00 AM. (1 hr.)What Will You Give Christ for Christmas?December 24, 10:00 AM. (1 hr.)What is Your Spirit of Christmas?December 25, 6:00 PM. (1 hr.)
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BACKSTAGEChristmas Special Enjoy an evening Backstage as your favorite
Christian musicians play an assortment of
Christmas classics, including Holy Night,
Joy to the World, and many others.
December 19, 5:30 PM; December 22,2:00 AM; December 26, 4:00 AM. (30 min.)
BACKSTAGE CHRISTMAS SPECIALMary Anne LaHood, well known to viewers
of EWTN’s Knights of Saint Michael, sings
a variety of Christmas songs including
favorites such as O Little Town of
Bethlehem, Ave Maria, and Angels We
Have Heard on High. December 20, 3:30AM; December 21, 9:00 PM. (30 min.)
PATH OF THE MESSIAH, PART 1Follow Raymond Arroyo and Jeff Cavins
through the Holy Land as they retrace the
footsteps of Our Lord. December 20, 1:30 PM; December 22, 5:00 PM; December 24, 4:30 AM. (1 hr. 30 min.)
LORETTA YOUNG SHOWSister AnnLoretta Young portrays “Sister Ann,” a nun
who brightens the lives of patients in a
Catholic hospital at Christmastime.
December 20, 4:00 AM; December 22, 2:30PM; December 24, 6:30 PM. (30 min.)
A TIME TO REMEMBERThis Christmas favorite tells the story of a
young boy who develops his gift of song,
with the help of a beloved priest. It’s a
journey that requires faith, perseverance,
and a Christmas miracle. December 20,1:00 PM; December 22, 8:00 PM; December 25, 3:00 AM. (1 hr. 30 min.)
THE LEGEND OF THE CHRISTMASFLOWERA splendid animated tale highlighted by
traditional Mexican music. December 23,11:00 AM; December 24, 2:00 PM; Friday28, 4:30 PM. (1 hr.)
A STAR SHALL RISEThis classic retelling of the story of the
three Wise Men features Raymond Burr
and other well-known actors of the time.
December 20, 6:30 PM; December 24,3:00 AM; December 28, 3:00 AM, 6:30 PM. (30 min.)
CHRISTOPHER CLASSIC CHRISTMASThe Christopher’s founder Father James
Keller, M.M., joins Snooky Lanson, June
Valli, Mario Lanza, Rosalind Russell and
Danny Thomas for a celebration of the
Christmas season. December 20, 9:00 PM;December 23, 1:00 AM; December 25, 5:30 PM. (30 min.)
COUSINS IN CHRIST: FAMILYCHRISTMASCelebrate the birth of our Savior with the
Cousins in Christ, as they share a collection
of favorite Christmas songs. December 20,4:00 PM; December 24, 3:30 AM. (1 hr.)
NEW - COLLIN RAYE’S CLASSIC CHRISTMASIn this EWTN original special, Country music
star Collin Raye presents some of the most
cherished songs of the Christmas season.
Andrea Thomas lends her beautiful voice to
this uplifting Christmas special. December20, 11:00 PM;December 23,8:00 PM; December 27,2:00 AM; January 2,9:00 AM; January 5,10:00 PM. (1 hr.)
FOWLER SISTERS: CHRISTMASGIFTJoin the Fowler Sisters as they present a
musical gift celebrating the birth of Christ.
December 21, 5:00 AM; December 25,5:30 AM; December 26, 4:00 PM. (30 min.)
THE CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY OF AMERICA'S CHRISTMAS CONCERT The annual 2011 Christmas concert
presented by The Catholic University of
America, featuring a brilliant blend of
angelic voices and the wonderful sounds of
the Christmas Season. December 21, 5:30 AM; December 26, 1:00 PM. (1 hr.)
NEW - THE CATHOLIC UNIVERSITYOF AMERICA'S CHRISTMAS CONCERT (2012)December 23, 4:00 PM; December 25,11:00 PM; December 31, 11:00 PM. (1 hr.)
SAN JUAN CHILDREN'S CHOIRPRESENTS: SIEMPRE NAVIDAD
The San Juan Children’s Choir celebrates
Christmas with music from around the
world; a unique concert expressing the
joyful spirit of the holidays in Puerto Rico.
December 21, 4:00 PM; December 22,10:00 AM; December 25, 4:30 AM; December 27, 1:00 PM. (1 hr.)
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