Catholic Faith Network
Catholic Faith Network (CFN), formerly Telecare, is an American TV channel available to Altice USA, Verizon FiOS, and Charter Communications subscribers in New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut. Founded in 1969 by Monsignor Thomas Hartman of the Diocese of Rockville Centre in New York. CFN broadcasts programming aimed at to Catholic viewers, including live religious services, talk shows, devotional programs, educational programming, entertainment, and children's programs. It also presents coverage of special events at the Vatican and of papal journeys. The Catholic Faith Network (CFN) is available on Optimum channel 29/137, Verizon FiOS TV channel 296, and Charter Spectrum channel 162/471 throughout the New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut area. The Catholic Faith Network (CFN) is also available on selected cable and satellite systems nationwide, along with an on-demand library of original programming and a 24/7 live stream.[1]
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| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Broadcast area | New York, New Jersey, Connecticut |
| Network | Catholic Faith Network |
| Headquarters | Uniondale, New York |
| Programming | |
| Language(s) | English |
| Picture format | 480i (SDTV) 1080i (HDTV) |
| Ownership | |
| Owner | Roman Catholic Diocese of Rockville Centre |
| History | |
| Launched | September 7, 2018 |
| Former names | TeLIcare (1969–1996); Telecare (1996–2018) |
| Links | |
| Website | CFNTV.org |
| Availability | |
| Cable | |
| Altice USA | Channel 29/137 (New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut) |
| Charter Communications | Channel 162/471 (New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut) |
| Verizon FiOS TV | Channel 296 (New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut) |
| Also available on selected cable systems nationwide | Check local listings for channels |
| Streaming media | |
| CFNTV.org | Live Stream |
Telecare was rebranded as Catholic Faith Network on September 7, 2018.[2]
Leadership
Msgr. James C. Vlaun is currently President and CEO of Catholic Faith Network (CFN).[3]
Program titles
A partial listing of CFN's programs:
- CFN News
- Catholic Preservatives - with Bishop William Murphy
- Chaplet of Divine Mercy
- Choices We Face
- Conversation with Cardinal Dolan
- CHS Presents: Lifestyles
- CHS Presents: Dr. O: Faithfully Transforming Health Care
- Daily Mass from St. Agnes Cathedral (Rockville Centre, New York) (Long Island, New York)
- Daily Mass from St. Patrick's Cathedral (New York City)
- Encounter - with Bishop John Barres
- Family Comes First - Hosted by Vincent J. Russo and Victoria Roberts Drogin. Looks at the challenge of real-life families and offers resources and advice from experts.
- God Is Good - Hosted by Father Charles Mangano and his sister Laurie who share their gifts of song and prayer.
- Guided by Grace - Panel discussion where Catholic women discuss experiences of faith and spirituality while exploring issues of Catholicism.
- Holy Rosary
- Hope & Mercy
- It's a Wonderful Life...
- Joy of Music
- La Santa Misa
- Life is Worth Living
- Living Scripture - Reflections of meaning and message on the Holy Scripture.
- Living Your Faith
- Miraculous Medal Novena - Devotion to Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal, hosted by Monsignor Jim Vlaun.
- Molloy College - The Public Square 2.0
- Papal Audience
- Real Food - Hosted by Monsignor Jim Vlaun, bringing faith into the kitchen discussing things like faith, family, and the importance of breaking bread together. Includes special guest chefs.
- Spanish Rosary
- St. Ann's Novena
- Sharing Knowledge: St. John's University
- Transforming Communities - Explores how St. Joseph's College (New York) works to uphold positive values and reach out to their community.
- Tomorrow's Hope
- Word: Alive and Well
- Word On Fire Hosted by Robert Barron
- The Word
- World Seen From The Vatican (Rome Reports)
Religion and Rock
Religion and Rock is a radio program with Monsignor Jim Vlaun broadcast twice a week on Saturday nights and Sunday mornings. The program is broadcast by radio on the east coast or to anyone with a satellite radio. The podcasts are also uploaded to iTunes for people to listen to free of charge. Not to be confused with Rock & Religion Radio Show.
Studios
The Catholic Faith Network's studio facilities are located in Uniondale, New York on the campus of Kellenberg Memorial High School and in Manhattan.