Episode # 265--America's Saint: Venerable Fulton Sheen

In this episode, Christina Semmens speaks with Dr. Peter Howard, founder and president of the Fulton Sheen Institute and the Fulton Sheen movement, about why Venerable Fulton J. Sheen’s life and message are especially urgent today.During this conversation, Dr. Peter Howard shares his inspiring faith journey, his deep admiration for Venerable Fulton J. Sheen, and details about the upcoming Fulton Sheen conference and beatification. Listen now to discover how Sheen’s teachings can transform your spiritual life and inspire a renewed evangelization effort in America. Key TopicsFulton Sheen’s impact on American CatholicismThe importance of the daily holy hourSheen’s approach to evangelization in the modern worldThe significance of Sheen’s beatification in 2026TakeawaysFulton Sheen emphasized the importance of the daily holy hour for spiritual growth.Sheen’s teachings focus on meeting people where they are to evangelize effectively.The upcoming conference and beatification are opportunities to rediscover Sheen’s wisdom.Sheen’s approach to evangelization involves addressing the wounds of the modern person.The movement around Sheen’s legacy aims to inspire a renaissance in faith and family.Sheen’s message is not a finish line; it is a launch pad.Sheen’s life offers a blueprint for meeting the challenges of the modern world. Sound Bites“We are just now beginning to rediscover why God has given us him.”“Support the Vicar of Christ through prayer and defense.”“Make your daily holy hour and ask the Lord.”Chapters00:00 Introduction to Dr. Peter Howard and Fulton Sheen01:32 Dr. Howard’s Faith Journey and Discovery of Sheen05:02 The Transformative Power of Fulton Sheen’s Recordings07:52 Sheen’s Call for the Holy Hour During WWII11:15 The Significance of Sheen’s Beatification in 202614:36 Key Themes in Sheen’s Teachings for Today19:45 Sheen’s Anthropological Approach to Modern Disordered Man23:09 Vatican II, Sheen, and the Battle for the Church27:19 Details of the Fulton Sheen Conference and Pilgrimage33:33 Speakers and Highlights of the Conference41:55 Mary, Sheen, and the Mission of EvangelizationResourcesFulton Sheen Conference Treasure in ClayFulton Sheen - Official YouTube Channel EWTN - Fulton Sheen Collection Pope John Paul II on SheenLinks for Dr. Peter HowardWebsiteTwitter Beatification Pilgrimage: Begins September 19 in Peoria, and is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to celebrate “America’s Saint” and encounter Sheen’s legacy through speakers, pilgrimage sites, and liturgical events.America’s Conference on September 23rd. Featured Speakers:Bishop Joseph CoffeyMonsignor LandryJason JonesFather Thomas LoyaFather Jason SharonTammy PetersonJohn YepDale AlquistSherry BallingerSister Dede ByrneTerry BarberArthur Brooks