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Fulton Sheen’s Holy Hour: The Art of Learning to Abide

Bishop Fulton J. Sheen in cassock, ferraiolo and pectoral cross, standing among bookshelves beside a carved statue of the Madonna and Child, on the set of his television programme.
Fulton J. Sheen on the set of his television programme. Fred Palumbo, 1952. Library of Congress, New York World-Telegram & Sun Collection. Public domain, Wikimedia Commons

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Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen maintained a daily Holy Hour in the presence of the Blessed Sacrament as the foundation of his spiritual and apostolic life. According to Catholic Exchange, Sheen practiced this devotion for more than sixty years, regardless of his travels, broadcasting schedule, or whether he was active in ministry or retired.

Sheen viewed the hour of prayer as the essential source of strength that allowed him to preach, teach, and lead others. He described the daily practice as the element that made his day possible. He believed that modern people suffer from soul neglect caused by constant activity and noise, suggesting that the Holy Hour serves as a way to step away from busyness to enter the presence of God.

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