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This Saturday, May 3rd, Salt + Light Television will broadcast a special live event from Rome. Pope Benedict XVI will join in the recitation of the Holy Rosary from the Basilica of Saint Mary Major. The event will start around 12 ET with English and French translation. There will be an afternoon repeat at 3:30pm ...read more
Though most countries celebrate the feast of our Lord’s Ascension today, in Canada that solemnity is transfered from the traditional Thursday to the following Sunday. That means liturgically, the Canadian Church celebrates the optional memorial of St. Joseph the Worker today. On this feast I am always reminded of a wooden statue of St. Joseph ...read more
The Holy Father preached an incredible homily during the Mass from Yankee Stadium on Sunday. It masterfully brought together the different themes Pope Benedict touched on in his addresses and homilies during the past six days. It’s a wonderful summary of his Apostolic Voyage — a message of joy, of faith, and a challenge to ...read more
Pope Benedict XVI arrived in New York Friday morning and was whisked away to the United Nations Headquarters, where he delivered a historic address to the General Assembly. ...read more
This Saturday in Toronto is the Lift Jesus Higher Rally. Come on out, bring a friend, and join the eight thousand plus that make this fantastic annual event from Catholic Renewal Ministries an occasion to celebrate our Catholic faith and worship the Lord! Click HERE for all the details including speakers, the youth rally, and ...read more
Just a reminder, as mentioned here last week, Mothering, Full of Grace is pre-empted this week for coverage of the Papal Visit to the United States. A new episode will air April 23rd, stay tuned to the blog for more information next week. For a listing of Salt + Light’s Papal coverage — click HERE, ...read more
For those of you that can’t get to your television but want to follow the many Papal events in the United States this week, Salt + Light Television is pleased to announce that we are now streaming live online 24 hours a day, seven days a week! You can access our station’s online feed from ...read more
The United States is gearing up for Pope Benedict XVI’s visit this week, and Salt + Light Television will have extensive coverage beginning with the Holy Father’s landing in Washington D-C on Tuesday. Our own David Naglieri and Kris Dmytrenko will be part of the Papal Press corps and bring us reports from Washington and ...read more
This Sunday marks the 45th World Day of Prayer for Vocations. It’s an important reminder to always pray for vocations, not just this weekend, but everyday! In his message for the occasion, Pope Benedict chose the theme “Vocations at the service of the Church on mission.” He writes: “The Church is missionary in herself and ...read more
It’s hard to believe it’s been three years. On Wednesday, April 2nd, 2008, we mark the third anniversary of the death of Pope John Paul II. I’ve been reflecting a lot recently on John Paul II, as I’ve been working on a Catholic Focus examining his legacy. I think Salt + Light CEO Fr. Thomas ...read more