Pope Benedict XVI Delivers Special Radio Address to Listeners of the Catholic Channel...

Pope Benedict XVI Delivers Special Radio Address to Listeners of the Catholic
Channel on SIRIUS

NEW YORK, April 19 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- A special radio address from
His Holiness Pope Benedict XVI premiered today exclusively on The Catholic
Channel on SIRIUS Satellite Radio.
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The Holy Father's message, which was recorded earlier today at the
residence of His Eminence Edward Cardinal Egan at St. Patrick's Cathedral --
where Cardinal Egan hosts his weekly Catholic Channel show -- will replay
hourly exclusively on The Catholic Channel, SIRIUS 159. The audio can also be
heard online at www.sirius.com/thecatholicchannel.
In this exclusive communication, Pope Benedict addressed listeners around
the country saying, "On the occasion of the third anniversary of my election
to the See of Peter I would like to take the opportunity to greet and thank
all those who have joined us by radio and other media, especially the
listeners of The Catholic Channel on SIRIUS Satellite Radio. Indeed, this
means of communication assists me in sharing the saving message of the Gospel.
I am pleased that on The Catholic Channel so many people can follow the daily
life and activities of the Church. God bless you all."
The Catholic Channel, an exclusive collaboration between SIRIUS and The
Archdiocese of New York, is offering listeners nationwide unprecedented access
for the Papal Visit, providing hourly updates with the latest news and
information on the Pope's activities during his visit, live coverage of all
the major events, and more.
The Catholic Channel launched on SIRIUS in 2006 featuring a modern format
with an open dialogue focused on Catholicism in the 21st century. The
Catholic Channel's exclusive daily programming lineup features shows hosted by
Cardinal Egan, Dave and Susan Konig, Fr. Dave Dwyer, Gus Lloyd, Fr. Paul
Keenan, Bob Dunning, "The Catholic Guy" Lino Rulli, and others. Programming
on The Catholic Channel also includes human-interest stories and inspirational
themes, reflections on Scripture, Church history, sacred music, shows offering
spiritual guidance, and football and basketball games from the University of
Notre Dame.
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