How to Make a Holy Hour: Learning from Fulton Sheen

How to Make a Holy Hour: Learning from Fulton Sheen

Author: World Apostolate of Fatima, USA July 31, 2025 Duration: 28:40
In this follow-up episode, Barb Ernster and Katie Moran share Fulton Sheen’s simple but powerful way to make a Holy Hour. He taught that prayer is a conversation, first we speak to God, then we listen as He speaks to us. They explore how to enter into meditation, with help from saints like Teresa of Avila and Mother Teresa, and modern guidance from Fr. Timothy Gallagher. Even in spiritual dryness, like the saints experienced, God is still working.  These insights are drawn from The Holy Hour Prayer Book by Fulton Sheen, available at fultonsheentoday.com.

In a world that often feels fragmented, Fatima Today offers a space for reflection and connection, rooted in a century-old message of peace. This podcast, presented by the World Apostolate of Fatima, USA, explores how the spiritual lessons from Fatima remain urgently relevant to our modern challenges. Each episode delves into contemporary issues-from personal anxiety and family life to broader social concerns-seeking pathways forward illuminated by faith, hope, and conversion. You’ll hear thoughtful discussions and insights that bridge timeless devotion with the realities of daily living, fostering a deeper understanding of Christian spirituality. Rather than offering simple answers, the conversations invite listeners into a meaningful examination of how to live with purpose and compassion today. Tune in to this thoughtful podcast for a series that feels both a comfort and a call to action, encouraging personal and communal renewal through the enduring promise of Fatima.
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