Archbishop Sheen Beatified After Miracle | St. Louis News

Archbishop Fulton Sheen, the beloved TV preacher who brought faith to millions, is set to be beatified on September 24th — a major step toward sainthood — after the Church officially recognized a miracle: the resuscitation of baby James Fulton Engstrom, born without a pulse in 2010. The ceremony, moved from Peoria to St. Louis due to overwhelming crowds, marks Pope Leo XIV’s final approval after years of delay and celebrates Sheen’s enduring legacy as a humble Midwesterner whose holiness proves attainable for all. Bonnie Engstrom, James’s mother, credits Sheen’s intercession for her son’s miraculous survival and healthy life — now a teenager carrying a relic of Sheen at the ceremony. His museum in Peoria expands, honoring his books and personal artifacts, while five other potential miracles are under investigation. Once known for captivating audiences on “Life Is Worth Living,” Sheen’s influence still echoes — with believers convinced he’s touched their lives, and now, the Church formally acknowledges his extraordinary, divine impact. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/b535dcee1ffc51f8