Celebrating America’s Apostle: Al Smith on the Beatification of Fulton Sheen

Son Rise Morning Show · Sep 8, 2026 · 9m

As the long-awaited beatification of Fulton J. Sheen draws near, Sheen historian Al Smith joins Matt Swaim on the Son Rise Morning Show to discuss his newest book, America’s Apostle. Al shares an insider preview of the upcoming "Sheen Week" celebrations, details behind the miraculous healing of James Fulton Engstrom, and why Archbishop Sheen’s writings on the Eucharist, suffering, and the priesthood remain a vital compass for Catholics today. Stream the interview!Support the show: https://www.sacredheartradio.com/donate-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.