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Catholic Connection – July 2, 2024 – Hr 2

Susan Tassone’s book on purgatory for kids has won 5 CMA awards. Tim Moriarty tells us a new documentary about Carlo Acutis is in the works. Ann Scheidler examines the connection between abortion pills and Walgreens closing stores.

 

 

 

Segment 1 – Intro and News

 

Segment 2 – “New Friends Now and Forever: A Story about the Holy Souls” Wins of 5 Catholic Media Association awards
New Friends Now and Forever is the delightful story of twins Ben and Hope, who become “prayer pals” with Mr. Ray, an elderly friend from their parish. They agree to pray for each other and to help him pray for his departed wife. Along the way, Hope and Ben learn that purgatory is real and that it is nothing to fear because it is a special way God shows His love for us. And the best part? The children learn that the power of their prayers helps the faithful departed reach heaven and that those souls will intercede for them, becoming their “forever friends.”

Susan Tassone has long been a passionate champion for the holy souls in purgatory and is recognized as leading a worldwide “purgatory movement.” She is the award-winning author of fourteen best sellers, including Day by Day for the Holy Souls in Purgatory, Praying with the Saints for the Holy Souls, Prayers, Promises and Devotions for the Holy Souls, and Jesus Speaks to Faustina and You. Susan shares her passion for saving souls through innumerable speaking engagements throughout the country. More than a dozen cardinals and bishops around the world have endorsed her works. Susan’s a frequent and popular guest on national radio and television programs as well as having a major impact through social media.

 

Segment 3 – “Roadmap to Reality” Documentary on Carlo Acutis in the works
“Following the Vatican’s announcement of the upcoming canonization of Carlo Acutis, making him the first millennial saint, Castletown Media announces the production of Roadmap to Reality: Carlo Acutis and Our Digital Age. Coming to theaters in 2025 and distributed by Fathom Events, this documentary film explores the life of Carlo Acutis and the lessons he offers for young people navigating the challenges of the digital world.”

Tim Moriarty is Executive Director of Castletown Media and the film’s director.

 

 

 

 

 

Segment 4 – Walgreens to close ‘significant’ number of underperforming stores, cuts profit forecast
“Pro-life Americans were dismayed last year when Walgreens, the once-trusted pharmacy chain, announced plans to begin selling abortion pills. Protests were held across the country at Walgreens stores and their national headquarters in Deerfield, Illinois. Protests were held again when Walgreens began actually selling abortion pills in March, but these protests were ignored. Meanwhile, Walgreens stock has plummeted and they are now closing thousands of stores nationwide. This can’t just be a coincidence. Whatever other problems they might have, there’s no doubt that the way Walgreens broke trust with their pro-life customers is hurting their bottom line.” – Eric Scheidler

Pro-Life Action League Vice President Ann Scheidler’s involvement with the pro-life movement began in 1973 when her husband, National Director, Joe Scheidler began to work full-time in pro-life work. In 1980, she helped found the League. Ann is a frequent speaker on pro-life activism and sidewalk counseling, and has appeared on numerous radio and television programs. She travels extensively conducting sidewalk counseling training sessions.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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