Zeale celebrates Fulton Sheen ahead of beatification

WEEKEND LOOP SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 19  ZEALE CELEBRATES FULTON SHEEN AHEAD OF BEATIFICATION Prepare for the American bishop's beatification with an exclusive interview with Sheen's bookkeeper, reflections on Sheen's legacy, and more. ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­  

View in browser SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19 EXCLUSIVE: A BLESSED LIFE WORKING WITH FULTON SHEEN  Through these never-before-told stories, learn how then-Monsignor Fulton Sheen’s trusted bookkeeper at the Society for the Propagation of the Faith witnessed his humble leadership, generosity, love, humor, and sorrows. It’s a story 76 years in the making, and it’s just in time for the archbishop’s beatification. Grab a cup of coffee and enjoy this exclusive interview by Zeale News’ Eileen Rohan.  READ TRUMP SECURES ‘PERMANENT’ MILITARY DEAL WITH GREENLAND  The terms of the agreement give the U.S. complete military and security control over Greenland, a high-profile goal of the President’s, and bar foreign adversaries from making critical investments in the area.  READ ILLINOIS CONGRESSMAN HONORS FULTON SHEEN AHEAD OF BEATIFICATION  Long before social media, Fulton Sheen recognized the power of new technology to reach people where they were. With his beatification days away, a congressman from his home state is celebrating the Catholic communicator as “one of our own.”  READ ATTEND A Q&A EVENT WITH KELSEY REINHARDT AHEAD OF MICHIGAN MIDTERMS  Registration is now open for an event set for Sept. 29 in Plymouth, Michigan, featuring CatholicVote President and CEO Kelsey Reinhardt, who will address voters’ questions about key races in the state, such as the contest between senate candidates Abdul El-Sayed and Mike Rogers. “Michigan Catholics cannot afford to sit this election out,” Reinhardt said. Pro-life advocate Mark Houck will also give an address about the weaponization of government.  READ ICYMI: HOW FULTON SHEEN’S BOOKS FORMED ZEALE NEWS’ EDITOR-IN-CHIEF  What does Fulton Sheen have to do with Zeale News? Editor-in-chief Annie Ferguson reflects on the Sheen books that helped form her faith, her Catholic journalism vocation, and ultimately her work at Zeale.  READ CATHOLIC SUES DEARBORN, ALLEGES CITY USED TAXPAYER MONEY TO PROMOTE ISLAM  Catholic journalist and Dearborn resident Margot Cleveland sued the Michigan city and its mayor, alleging they spent thousands of taxpayer dollars promoting Islam, refused comparable recognition of Christian and Jewish holy days, and retaliated against her when she objected. Mayor Abdullah Hammoud has openly conveyed “the message that Christians and Jews are not welcome in the city and are, indeed, second-class citizens,” the suit alleges.  READ 50K EXPECTED TO ATTEND FULTON SHEEN BEATIFICATION  Archbishop Fulton Sheen’s faithful witness reached far beyond Peoria, Illinois, through radio and television in the 20th century. As tens of thousands prepare for his beatification, his home diocese is creating new ways for future generations to encounter his life and work.  READ AD: GET GREAT VALUE BY SUPPORTING YOUR VALUES  Supporting the pro-life movement can save you big by joining the pro-life phone company trusted by people just like you.  SEE HOW BEATIFIED IN PRIME TIME  Despite earning an Emmy and remarkably high TV ratings, the most impressive thing about soon-to-be Blessed Fulton Sheen’s iconic television show may have been its simplicity in the age of emerging communication technologies. Sheen captured audiences with his powerful message and personality, assisted by a simple chalkboard that seemed to magically wipe itself clean.  READ POPE LEO-INSPIRED HOUSING PROJECT PUTS ‘FAITH INTO ACTION’ IN KANSAS  Eight boarded-up properties are getting a second life as affordable homes for Wichita families. The local effort called “Pope Leo Village” is part of a much larger project taking shape in cities across the country.  READ NORTH DAKOTA DIOCESE SPOTLIGHTS A 1973 VISIT FROM FULTON SHEEN  The memory of the visit from more than 50 years ago lives on with faithful in the diocese who are among many across the country and the world anticipating the archbishop’s beatification next week.  READ SAINT OF THE DAY  Believed to have been martyred at the dawn of the fourth century, St. Januarius and his companions were thrown to bears to be eaten, but the beasts refused to harm the Christians.  READ SATURDAY'S PSALM  "I will walk in the presence of God, in the light of the living.” (Psalm 56)  READ SATURDAY'S READINGS  Today's Mass readings.  READ SUNDAY'S PSALM  "The Lord is near to all who call upon him.” (Psalm 145)  READ SUNDAY'S READINGS  Sunday's Mass readings.  READ ANSWER TO TRIVIA  President Theodore Roosevelt received the Nobel Peace Prize for having negotiated peace in the Russo-Japanese war in 1904-1905.  NEW EPISODE  Why don’t Catholic bishops excommunicate pro-abortion politicians? On the latest episode of The Deep, Erika digs into what excommunication actually means, why bishops rarely use it, and the forgotten story of one powerful politician who was excommunicated, repented, and returned to the Church.  WATCH ON ZEALE HELP POWER THE LOOP  If you look forward to reading The LOOP each day, consider becoming a Champion. Monthly supporters provide the reliable funding that keeps The LOOP free and helps CatholicVote defend life, protect religious freedom, educate voters, and equip Catholics to live out their faith in the public square. Join today with a monthly gift of $10 or more.  JOIN THE CLUB Have feedback? Click here! Paid for by CatholicVote Civic Action, a 501(c)(4) organization, PO Box 3310, Carmel, IN 46082 (317) 669-6127 Unsubscribe Manage preferences