His Holiness Pope Leo XIV's Apostolic Journey to Lebanon, 30 November – 2 December 2025
Explore Pope Leo XIV’s Apostolic Journey to Lebanon (Sunday, November 30th through Tuesday, December 2nd, 2025)! This curated playlist features English-language coverage from EWTN and Vatican News, offering a clear and organized way to revisit the Holy Father’s key events, messages, and encounters throughout his three-day journey.
Explore Pope Leo XIV’s Apostolic Journey to Lebanon (Sunday, November 30th through Tuesday, December 2nd, 2025)! This curated playlist features English-language coverage from EWTN and Vatican News, offering a clear and organized way to revisit the Holy Father’s key events, messages, and encounters throughout his three-day journey.
Homily/Testimony of Dn. Michael Chirichella at St. Clare Roman Catholic Church, Rosedale, Oct 2025
During the 8:30 AM Holy Mass at St. Clare Roman Catholic Church in Rosedale, NY, 11422, on October 18th, 2025, Deacon Michael Chirichella from Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish (Brooklyn, NY) delivered a moving homily about Saint Sharbel Makhlouf, the humble Maronite hermit and miracle worker whose intercession led to his healing from cancer. Preaching on the Feast of Saint Luke, the physician and evangelist, he spoke about faith, surrender, and divine providence—moving from the “I don’t know” moments of illness to the “now what” that follows God’s healing grace.
Immediately after the homily, the faithful were blessed with the holy oil from Saint Sharbel’s tomb in Annaya, Lebanon, invoking the saint’s intercession for healing. Deacon Michael also shared how his journey led him to connect with the Family of Saint Sharbel USA, who verified his medical records and recognized his healing as one of Saint Sharbel’s many intercessions.
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21:26 Blessing with the holy oil
During the 8:30 AM Holy Mass at St. Clare Roman Catholic Church in Rosedale, NY, 11422, on October 18th, 2025, Deacon Michael Chirichella from Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish (Brooklyn, NY) delivered a moving homily about Saint Sharbel Makhlouf, the humble Maronite hermit and miracle worker whose intercession led to his healing from cancer. Preaching on the Feast of Saint Luke, the physician and evangelist, he spoke about faith, surrender, and divine providence—moving from the “I don’t know” moments of illness to the “now what” that follows God’s healing grace.
Immediately after the homily, the faithful were blessed with the holy oil from Saint Sharbel’s tomb in Annaya, Lebanon, invoking the saint’s intercession for healing. Deacon Michael also shared how his journey led him to connect with the Family of Saint Sharbel USA, who verified his medical records and recognized his healing as one of Saint Sharbel’s many intercessions.
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21:26 Blessing with the holy oil
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Abbot Mahfouz Homily on St. Sharbel’s Intercession & Nohad El Shamy Memorial | English Subtitles
On the occasion of the anniversary of Saint Sharbel's miraculous intercession and for the repose of the soul of Nohad El Shamy, Abbot Hady Mahfouz delivers this special homily from Annaya on the 22nd. In his message, he reflects on the spiritual significance of the 22nd of each month, the deep connection between Saint Sharbel’s life and Annaya, and the continued outpouring of grace through the saint’s powerful intercession. |
Restoration of Saint Sharbel’s Sacred Garments at Annaya | English Subtitles
For the first time, Saint Sharbel's sacred garments are being restored at the Saint Sharbel Museum in Annaya, Lebanon. Thirty relics have been carefully removed for expert restoration. Specialists from Italy are using advanced conservation techniques to eliminate bacteria and preserve Saint Sharbel’s relics for future generations. |
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A Zoom Presentation by Charbel Fakhry Vice President of FSS Lebanon, April 2025
On Tuesday, April 22, 2025, The Family of Saint Sharbel (FSS) Philippines hosted a Zoom presentation by Charbel Fakhry, Vice President of FSS Lebanon, titled “The Way of Life of the Maronite Monks, St. Sharbel's Day and Ours.” In his talk, Charbel offered a historical overview of the Maronites, the Maronite Church, and the Maronite Monks, along with insights into the life and spirituality of Saint Sharbel |
Over 33,000 Miracles at This Tomb—Why Isn’t This World News?
In this video from Capturing Christianity, Cameron Bertuzzi explores the miraculous life of Saint Sharbel, referencing the official website of the Family of Saint Sharbel and highlighting some of the countless miracles attributed to the Maronite saint. He also discusses specific healings featured in our exclusive interview with Fr. Louis Matar, the caretaker of St. Maron Monastery in Annaya, Lebanon—the very heart of Saint Sharbel’s spiritual legacy. |
Maronite History Zoom Series February 2025
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Maronite History and Saint Maron with Fr. Dominque Hanna
Hosted by the Maronite Servants of Christ the Light in conjunction with the Saint Sharbel Spiritual Life Center February 6, 2025. |
Maronite Music and Melodies with Fr. Neemtallah Oneissy
Hosted by the Maronite Servants of Christ the Light in conjunction with the Saint Sharbel Spiritual Life Center on February 13, 2025. |
Maronite Church and the Holy See with Chorbishop John Faris
Hosted by the Maronite Servants of Christ the Light in conjunction with the Saint Sharbel Spiritual Life Center on February 20, 2025. |
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Raymond Nader's Interview With RTCK
Watch an interview (in English subtitled in Polish) with Raymond Nader on the Polish RTCK YouTube channel. RTCK, a prominent Polish publisher, has also released a book about Raymond Nader. In this interview, Mr. Nader shares his life journey and experiences with St. Sharbel. |
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Perturbations: A Conversation with Raymond Nader
On Sunday, November 12th, Nathan (@AWaifSoul on X/Twitter), host of the podcast “Perturbations” and cohost of “Liminal Phrames” and “Calling All Beings,” made "A Conversation with Raymond Nader" public on his YouTube channel. Nathan has a seminary background and now studies Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP) and consciousness. |
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St. Charbel - Living Divine Mercy TV Show (EWTN) Ep.97 with Fr. Chris Alar
From the Living Divine Mercy TV Show (EWTN), watch as Fr. Chris Alar, MIC, shares the story of one of his favorite saints, Saint Sharbel, and the miraculous healings attributed to him. |
The Maronite Rite: Its Liturgy and Its Saints
"The Maronite Rite: Its Liturgy and Its Saints" is a four-part series, from the television program Women of Grace, delving into the Maronite Rite within the Catholic Church. Hosted by Johnette Williams, Founder and President of Women of Grace, and featuring guest Chorbishop Michael G. Thomas, pastor of the Heart of Jesus Catholic Church Maronite Rite in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, this series sheds light on the Maronite Rite's heritage, spirituality, and saints. See details below.
In Part 1, viewers will discover how the heritage of the Maronite Rite influences its liturgy, theological emphasis, spirituality, and discipline.
"The Maronite Rite: Its Liturgy and Its Saints" is a four-part series, from the television program Women of Grace, delving into the Maronite Rite within the Catholic Church. Hosted by Johnette Williams, Founder and President of Women of Grace, and featuring guest Chorbishop Michael G. Thomas, pastor of the Heart of Jesus Catholic Church Maronite Rite in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, this series sheds light on the Maronite Rite's heritage, spirituality, and saints. See details below.
In Part 1, viewers will discover how the heritage of the Maronite Rite influences its liturgy, theological emphasis, spirituality, and discipline.
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Part 2 offers insights into the founder of the Maronite Church, Saint Maron, as well as the history and heritage associated with this esteemed tradition.
Part 3 highlights the Divine Liturgy of the Maronite Rite, enabling viewers to appreciate its unique and sacred celebration of the Sacrifice of the Mass. Concluding the series in Part 4, Chorbishop Michael Thomas addresses questions surrounding Saint Sharbel and explores the words of wisdom that Saint Sharbel may offer the contemporary world. |
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Bishop Gregory Mansour
Watch Bishop Gregory Mansour, Bishop of the Maronite Eparchy of Saint Maron of Brooklyn, as he discusses the history of Maronite Catholics in Lebanon, St Sharbel, the challenges ahead for the Church and much more, in this episode of EWTN’s News In Depth, Hosted by Montse Alvarado. |
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St. Charbel, the “Miracle Monk of Lebanon”
The Family of Saint Sharbel is happy to share with you a short video about St Sharbel by Bobby Angel: St. Charbel, the “Miracle Monk of Lebanon”, from Ascension (Press). Click HERE to watch the video on the Ascension website. |
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"St. Charbel: The Saint with Most Miracles Ever?"
The Family of Saint Sharbel is pleased to share with you this talk on St. Sharbel, given by Father Chris Alar, MIC (Marian Fathers of the Immaculate Conception of the B.V.M.), on July 23, 2022, for the Feast of St. Sharbel. The talk is part of Fr. Alar’s series “Explaining the Faith”, and is entitled “St. Charbel: The Saint with Most Miracles Ever?” In this episode, he gives an overview of St. Sharbel’s life, healing miracles, incorruptibility and more. Click HERE to watch the talk on the Divine Mercy website. |
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The Resurrection
Excerpts from “The Resurrection”, an inspirational talk by Mr. Raymond Nader, Founder and Superior of the Family of Saint Sharbel. This talk was hosted by the Family of Saint Sharbel USA, and was held remotely over Zoom on April 23, 2022. |
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Syriac Spirituality - Part 4 (Msgr. Beggiani)
Lecture (part 4) on “Syriac Spirituality” by Chorbishop Seely Beggiani on January 19, 2020 at Our Lady of Lebanon Maronite Church in Washington, DC. Chorbishop Seely Beggiani's Biography |
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Syriac Spirituality - Part 3 (Msgr. Beggiani)
Lecture (part 3) on “Syriac Spirituality” by Chorbishop Seely Beggiani on December 15, 2019 at Our Lady of Lebanon Maronite Church in Washington, DC. Chorbishop Seely Beggiani's Biography |
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Syriac Spirituality - Part 2 (Msgr. Beggiani)
Lecture (part 2) on “Syriac Spirituality” by Chorbishop Seely Beggiani on November 10, 2019 at Our Lady of Lebanon Maronite Church in Washington, DC. Chorbishop Seely Beggiani's Biography |
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Syriac Spirituality - Part 1 (Msgr. Beggiani)
Lecture (part 1) on “Syriac Spirituality” by Chorbishop Seely Beggiani on October 6, 2019 at Our Lady of Lebanon Maronite Church in Washington, DC. Chorbishop Seely Beggiani's Biography |
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Raymond Nader’s Experience with Saint Sharbel- October 1995 (English)
This video testimony of Raymond Nader (Founder of the Family of Saint Sharbel) about his experience with Saint Sharbel was filmed by LBCI at the hermitage of Annaya (Lebanon) in October of 1995. It is subtitled in English and includes the first 2 experiences and messages: - First experience on November 9-10, 1994 - Second experience on July 15, 1995 (Eve of the Feast of Saint Sharbel) |
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Maronite Liturgical Year - Part 2 (Msgr. Beggiani)
Lecture (part 2) on the “Maronite Liturgical Year” by Chorbishop Seely Beggiani on August 4, 2019 at Our Lady of Lebanon Maronite Church in Washington, DC. Chorbishop Seely Beggiani's Biography |
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Maronite Liturgical Year - Part 1 (Msgr. Beggiani)
Lecture (part 1) on the “Maronite Liturgical Year” by Chorbishop Seely Beggiani on June 2, 2019 at Our Lady of Lebanon Maronite Church in Washington, DC. Chorbishop Seely Beggiani's Biography |
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The Divine Liturgy - Part 1 (Msgr. Beggiani)
Lecture (part 1) on "Divine Liturgy” by Chorbishop Seely Beggiani on March 3, 2019 at Our Lady of Lebanon Maronite Church in Washington, DC. Chorbishop Seely Beggiani's Biography |
The Divine Liturgy - Part 2 (Msgr. Beggiani)
Lecture (part 2) on "Divine Liturgy” by Chorbishop Seely Beggiani on April 7, 2019 at Our Lady of Lebanon Maronite Church in Washington, DC. Chorbishop Seely Beggiani's Biography |
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Raymond Nader's Talk: “Sanctifying our Lives in the Digital Era”
This talk was given on the first anniversary of the Shrine of Saint Sharbel (October 13, 2018), at the National Shrine Grotto of our Lady of Lourdes (Emmitsburg, MD). It’s a reflection on how to sanctify our lives in this modern digital age by learning from the virtues of Saint Sharbel how to persevere in following Christ. |
Lecture (in Arabic) by Mr. Raymond Nader, in Boston, MA
Lecture, in Arabic, by Mr. Raymond Nader, founder of the Family of Saint Sharbel, at Our Lady Of The Cedars Of Lebanon Church in Boston, MA. Event hosted by The Family of Saint Sharbel- Boston on October 14, 2018. Topics addressed: Mr. Nader's personal spiritual experience, the true meaning of our Christianity, the Bible, Saint Sharbel as a model, and the Family of Saint Sharbel community. |
Word of Monsignor Georges El-Khalli (after Raymond Nader's Talk)
Monsignor Georges El-Khalli's Word following Mr. Raymond Nader's Talk (founder of the Family of Saint Sharbel) at Our Lady Of The Cedars Of Lebanon Church in Boston, MA. Event hosted by The Family of Saint Sharbel- Boston on October 14, 2018. |
