The School of Sheen and the Holy Rosary Program hosted by Al Smith (The Pipe Padre)

The School of Sheen and the Holy Rosary Program hosted by Al Smith (The Pipe Padre)

This podcast features the works of the Venerable Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen who for over 50 years captivated audiences on both radio and television. ”The Holy Rosary Program” is an award winning podcast that Al Smith has hosted for over 15 years and is considered by many as a spiritual oasis for Catholics and Protestants alike.

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January 10, 2026 185 mins

In 1943 Fulton J. Sheen published a book titled "Philosophies at War" (Charles Scribner & Sons, New York).  

The book is a collection of Sheen's radio transcripts from his Catholic Hour Radio Show from that year.

This 1943 book is included in a recently published book titled "War and Peace - An Anthology" (Sophia Institute Press, 2022).  The book contains a collection of five books written by Fulton J. Sheen from 1941 to 1944.

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Bishop Sheen gives an address from West Point to the graduating class. Bishop Sheen will also give a talk entitled "Serving Society". Please support our sponsors who have made these quality recordings available for your listening pleasure. https://www.fultonsheen.com https://www.bishopsheen.com For more information about the life and legacy of Fulton J. Sheen please visit: http://www.archbishopsheencause.org http://www.bishops...
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January 8, 2026 57 mins
On this week's podcast from the School of Sheen, your host Al Smith will read a chapter from a book written by Fulton Sheen in 1938 entitled "Liberty Equality and Fraternity". The subject for today's program is about Charity. You will be amazed by these words written over 75 years ago and how they apply to today's world. Please support our sponsors who have made these quality recordings available for your listening pleasure. ht...
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Please enjoy this reflection given by Bishop Sheen on the Holy Rosary. May I encourage you to support our sponsors who have made these quality recordings available for your listening pleasure.

www.fultonsheen.com www.bishopsheen.com

For more information about the life and legacy of The Venerable Servant of God, Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen please visit:

www.bishopsheentoday.com www.archbishopsheencause.org

God Love You.

Al Smith H...

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Bishop Fulton J. Sheen - Christmas Inspirations 

 

Why We Give Gifts at Christmas.

 

The Founder of Bishop Sheen Today (Al Smith) will share this reflection from Bishop Fulton J. Sheen's 1966 book entitled "Christmas Inspirations". 

This is the 45th reflection in a 45 part series that he will be sharing during the season of Advent.

For more information about Bishop Sheen, ...

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Bishop Fulton J. Sheen - Christmas Inspirations 

 

The Cradle and the Cross.

 

The Founder of Bishop Sheen Today (Al Smith) will share this reflection from Bishop Fulton J. Sheen's 1966 book entitled "Christmas Inspirations". 

This is the 44th reflection in a 45 part series that he will be sharing during the season of Advent.

For more information about Bishop Sheen, please...

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Enjoy these two reflections. Altruism - The Evolution of Love. A program from Bishop Sheen's Life is Worth Living Television Broadcasts in the 1950's. There is a catechism lesson entitled " The Church - The Body of Christ. Lesson #18. Please support our sponsors who have made these quality recordings available for your listening pleasure. https://www.fultonsheen.com https://www.bishopsheen.com For more information about the ...
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On today's show Bishop Sheen speaks about the Drama of the Mass. We will also feature a radio address entitled 'Religion is a Quest'. Enjoy and don't forget to visit www.bishopsheentoday.com to enjoy hundreds of hours of audio and video recordings featuring the Venerable Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen.
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Bishop Fulton J. Sheen - Christmas Inspirations 

 

How Would You Like to be a Snake?

 

The Founder of Bishop Sheen Today (Al Smith) will share this reflection from Bishop Fulton J. Sheen's 1966 book entitled "Christmas Inspirations". 

This is the 43rd reflection in a 45 part series that he will be sharing during the season of Advent.

For more information about Bishop Sheen...

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Bishop Fulton J. Sheen - Christmas Inspirations 

 

The Son of God, Our Brother Man.

 

The Founder of Bishop Sheen Today (Al Smith) will share this reflection from Bishop Fulton J. Sheen's 1966 book entitled "Christmas Inspirations". 

This is the 42nd reflection in a 45 part series that he will be sharing during the season of Advent.

For more information about Bishop Sheen,...

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Please enjoy this reflection from Fulton J. Sheen that was recorded for his popular television program called Life is Worth Living.

May I encourage you to support our sponsors who have made these quality recordings available for your listening pleasure.

www.fultonsheen.com  www.bishopsheen.com

For more information about the life and legacy of The Venerable Servant of God, Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen please visit:

www.bishopsheentoda...

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On this week's broadcast, Bishop Sheen shares a lesson entitled "THE PSYCHOLOGY OF THE IRISH". He will also give a catechism lesson entitled "THE HOLY SPIRIT - LESSON 16". Please visit our web site www.bishopsheentoday.com to listen to hundreds of hours of audio talks from Bishop Sheen. There is also dozens of hours of videos from his days on television. God Love You.
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Bishop Fulton J. Sheen - Christmas Inspirations 

 

Where is He That is Born 'King'?

 

The Founder of Bishop Sheen Today (Al Smith) will share this reflection from Bishop Fulton J. Sheen's 1966 book entitled "Christmas Inspirations". 

This is the 41st reflection in a 45 part series that he will be sharing during the season of Advent.

For more information about Bishop Sheen,...

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Bishop Fulton J. Sheen - Christmas Inspirations 

 

It's Free.

 

The Founder of Bishop Sheen Today (Al Smith) will share this reflection from Bishop Fulton J. Sheen's 1966 book entitled "Christmas Inspirations". 

This is the 40th reflection in a 45 part series that he will be sharing during the season of Advent.

For more information about Bishop Sheen, please visit: https:/...

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Bishop Sheen gives a reflection entitled "Old Pots". There will be a catechism lesson on "Sin and Pennance". Please support our sponsors who have made these quality recordings available for your listening pleasure. https://www.fultonsheen.com https://www.bishopsheen.com For more information about the life and legacy of Fulton J. Sheen please visit: http://www.archbishopsheencause.org http://www.bishopsheentoday.com http://www....
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Bishop Fulton J. Sheen - Christmas Inspirations 

 

The Divine Infection.

 

The Founder of Bishop Sheen Today (Al Smith) will share this reflection from Bishop Fulton J. Sheen's 1966 book entitled "Christmas Inspirations". 

This is the 39th reflection in a 45 part series that he will be sharing during the season of Advent.

For more information about Bishop Sheen, please vis...

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January 1, 2026 56 mins
On today's reflection Bishop Sheen will speak on the topic of freedom. He will also share a lesson from his catechism series on Human Freedom. Please support our sponsors who have made these quality recordings available for your listening pleasure. https://www.fultonsheen.com https://www.bishopsheen.com For more information about the life and legacy of Fulton J. Sheen please visit: http://www.archbishopsheencause.org http:...
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Bishop Fulton J. Sheen - Christmas Inspirations 

 

His Name Shall Be Jesus.

 

The Founder of Bishop Sheen Today (Al Smith) will share this reflection from Bishop Fulton J. Sheen's 1966 book entitled "Christmas Inspirations". 

This is the 38th reflection in a 45 part series that he will be sharing during the season of Advent.

For more information about Bishop Sheen, please ...

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Bishop Sheen Speaks on the phycology of the Irish. He will also share a lesson from the catechism on the Holy Spirit. Please support our sponsors who have made these quality recordings available for your listening pleasure. https://www.fultonsheen.com https://www.bishopsheen.com For more information about the life and legacy of Fulton J. Sheen please visit: http://www.archbishopsheencause.org http://www.bishopsheentoday.com ht...
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Enjoy a reflection entitled "Marriage" along with a lesson from Bishop Sheen's Catechism on Christian Marriage as a Sacrament. Please support our sponsors who have made these quality recordings available for your listening pleasure. www.fultonsheen.com www.bishopsheen.com For more information about the life and legacy of Fulton J. Sheen please visit: www.archbishopsheencause.org www.bishopsheentoday.com www.propfaith.org/societ...
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