Series Creator and Host of CATHOLICISM: The Pivotal Players: Bishop Robert Barronĭirector and Editor: Matt Leonard, Picture Show FilmsĮxecutive Producer: Reverend Stephen E.

“We know these stories will resonate with WTTW’s local audience, and are confident that many public television viewers around the country will be inspired by these documentaries as well.” “WTTW is honored to present the second installment of CATHOLICISM,” said Dan Soles, WTTW’s Chief Television Content Officer. “Saint Francis and Michelangelo both display a tenacious faith that makes a constructive contribution to the human project, inviting all men and women to consider possibilities that transcend limitations and challenge the status quo.” “CATHOLICISM: The Pivotal Players provides a particular point of view, a way of seeing into the lives of some of the great influencers and shapers of civilization,” said Bishop Barron. Bishop Barron explains how a life of true authenticity and goodness can shake the foundations of the world by examining the little friar from Umbria who became one of the most important and influential figures of the Middle Ages. Journey from the lovely streets and basilicas of Assisi and Gubbio to the gorgeous, remote monasteries of La Verna and Eremo delle Carceri with Bishop Barron as he explores the extraordinary life of St. From the magnificent David in Florence to the unparalleled paintings in the Sistine Chapel to the haunting Pietà in Rome, Michelangelo’s legacy reveals the creative potential of the human spirit and shows that beauty is a route of access to the transcendent. Travel with Bishop Barron as he studies some of the greatest works of art in the world.

Volume I of CATHOLICISM: The Pivotal Players is comprised of six episodes, the following two episodes will be released on public television: Michelangelo We’re excited to announced that PBS affiliates nationwide will be airing two episodes of Volume 1 of CATHOLICISM: Pivotal Players beginning November 13, 2016 (check local listings)

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