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Life Is Worth Living, Part 1
- Narrated by: Fulton J. Sheen
- Length: 9 hrs and 32 mins
- Categories: Religion & Spirituality, Christianity
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Here is the best of the audio from the famous Catholic television program, Life is Worth Living! For more than 30 years, Archbishop Fulton Sheen was the voice of the Catholic Church, with his radio and television ministries that touched hearts all over the world. His wisdom and gentle insight are once again available in digitally remastered audio recorded from his live programs. This magnificent series is the most comprehensive explanation of the Catholic vision of life ever offered - spoken in simple, graspable language, but not afraid to face the hard questions. Part 1 of 2.
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- chris
- 27-03-15
A"must" for anyone in search of deep life meaning
Would you listen to Life Is Worth Living, Part 1 again? Why?
Yes. To better understand my Catholic Faith.
Any additional comments?
Archbishop Sheen is a recent "discovery" for me and I am grateful for this gift. I decided to listen to most of his audiobooks available. Highly recommended to anybody seeking the sens of life and faith. There were moments I felt uncomfortable with his "emotional" and "stormy" tone but when he spoke calmly, which was most of the time, I just could listen to him non-stop. Very inspirational. Additionally, I have confidence in this man who spend every day at least 1 hour on Adoration for over 56 years. So grateful for this man, his testimony and the Wisdom he shares with us.
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- Rev. Charles Coyle
- 15-02-19
wonderful
it was a great joy to be able to listen to the dulcet tones of Archbishop Sheen
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- Roisin Deighan
- 07-02-18
Classic inspiration
It is an old enhanced recording of the Archbishop who was an American TV phenomenon in the 50s. The message is as important today as it was then. It gives a clear insight into human nature and the challenges of life, with a path to fulfilment. It gives a good overview of Christian teaching and explains the purpose and meaning of life.
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- Amazon Customer
- 03-07-14
Amazing audiobook!!!!
What made the experience of listening to Life Is Worth Living, Part 1 the most enjoyable?
He is a great teacher very articulate and poetic and I've learned more about the Catholic faith then I ever knew and not just the Catholic faith. You don't have to be catholic to read this I'm not. I learned a lot about God in general. What a wonderful man he was God truly blessed this man with a gift to teach.
What did you like best about this story?
Everything but I liked how he explained the veneration to Mary and why the Catholic Church honors her.
Which scene was your favorite?
Every chapter was great. I can't decide
Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?
Yes and all of the above. It made me laugh and cry and think about things in a way is never have
Any additional comments?
Buy the book. You won't regret it.
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- JRBMMB
- 10-06-15
My entire life has changed. Thank you ArchBishop Fulton Sheen.
ArchBishop Fulton Sheen has enlightened me to so many things that I thought I knew, yet I really did not. He showed me that despite our human ways, we are so loved by God. ArchBishop is one of my earthly heroes.
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- Maureen
- 23-05-15
Wonderful
Venerable Archbishop Fulton Sheen has long been a favorite apologist/evangelist of mine. I remember watching him every week on tv when I was a young child. He was humorous, theatrical, entertaining, and taught the truths of the faith. I remember him always at his chalkboard and he never began writing until he first wrote the initials: JMJ, for Jesus, Mary, and Joseph. He was a wonderfully gifted orator. This is a great collection of his talks, which he always gave without a written script! Magnificent!
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- ml
- 06-10-15
Undeniable truth from a future Saint
Listen to this series as often as you can. Any lack of faith will be gone. An excellent defense of the faith. I would love to hear an atheist or agnostic debate the Venerable Sheen on his faith and The Church in particular. What a privilege to hear these talks. Enjoy the gift.
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- Thomas
- 02-08-15
Fabulous
Bishop Sheen has a unique perspective and a unique delivery. All people, Catholics and non-Catholics can learn from this set of lessons on life. Try it, you'll like it!
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- Ashley
- 25-07-16
Wonderful
This was a wonderful audio venerable Fulton Sheen commands attention and speaks to the soul
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- Joseph G. Simpson
- 16-02-16
The Everlasting Way
The Venerable and Most Reverend Fulton Sheen, a treasure of the Roman Catholic Church, is the 20th Century's John the Baptist, clearly and rationally explaining the straight and unencumbered path of Christ, the only Way to a blessed eternity.
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- Jessica Lynn
- 16-02-16
Excellent sound quality for restored audio records
I am too young to remember Bishop Fulton Sheen when he was on the radio and television so I was very happy to find out that his early recordings had been remastered and put out as a series of audiobooks. This is part one of two for this series and is very good. Bishop Sheen explains the basics of the Catholic faith and does it very clearly. Some of his stories and language seem rather dated, but that just adds to the charm. I will be getting part two when I get paid again and intend to purchase some of his other recordings as well.
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- Ruth Grainger-Starr
- 31-12-15
great book.
I really enjoyed this book. Bishop Sheen is wonderful. to listen to and explains things so I could understand.
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- Kitsudo
- 30-12-20
A philosophical masterpiece on catholicism
Bishop Fulton sheen disproves many common societal paradigm and poor reasoning that fogs our reason for living life to the fullest by engaging human reason. He then proceeds to dismantle these arguments and shifts one's perspective to see oneself as having a purpose. He demonstrates how our desire for something greater than the materialistic and secular world is indication that our hearts are restless until they rest in God.