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.)

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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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