Join EWTN for a Free Family Celebration in Tysons Corner, Virginia
IRONDALE, Ala., Aug. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- (EWTN) – Mark your calendars for an unforgettable day of faith, inspiration, and family fun at the EWTN Family Celebration on Saturday, August 30, 2025, at Capital One Hall in Tysons Corner, Virginia. This free event is your chance to connect with the EWTN community, hear from beloved hosts and inspirational speakers, participate in sacred moments of worship, and enjoy activities for all ages. Reserve your spot today at https://www.ewtn.com/familycelebration and join us for a day filled with fun, fellowship, and spiritual renewal!
A Day of Inspiration and Faith
"A highlight of the day will undoubtedly be the Papal Roundtable, which will reunite EWTN's conclave team to discuss the interregnum, conclave, and election of Pope Leo XIV, as well as what we can expect from the first American Pontiff," said EWTN Chairman & CEO Michael P. Warsaw. "Rome-based EWTN Vatican Correspondent Colm Flynn will host our panel, including Montse Alvarado, President of EWTN News; Dr. Matthew Bunson, author of the first book on the new American Pope; Msgr. Roger Landry, National Director of the Pontifical Mission Societies in the U.S., and Paola Flynn, Vatican correspondent for EWTN Noticias, EWTN's Spanish-language news program."
In addition, you'll be inspired by talks from dynamic speakers such as Dr. Ray Guarendi, host of The Doctor Is In, who will offer practical wisdom for Catholic families; and Catherine Hadro, host of EWTN News In Depth, who will discuss how to integrate your faith with your life and work.
Michael P. Warsaw, EWTN Chairman and CEO, will welcome attendees and lead the much-loved family talk with Fr. Joseph Mary Wolfe, M.F.V.A., and the Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word.
All of these events will be broadcast on EWTN the following weekend (www.ewtn.com/everywhere), so check in to relive the fun and to see if EWTN's cameras caught you and your family enjoying the day as part of the live studio audience!
Fun for the Whole Family
Speaking of family, the EWTN Kids Booth will offer engaging and fun-filled activities to help children learn about their faith. At the same time, adults can meet EWTN's bestselling authors at the Meet the Author booth, connect with EWTN hosts and friars at the Family Corner, and pick up Holy Reminders from EWTN Religious Catalogue to keep the faith alive in your home.
Sacraments and Devotions for All
In addition to all of the above, you'll have opportunities for Confession and Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament. The highlight of the event will be Holy Mass at 5 p.m., celebrated by Bishop Michael F. Burbidge, of the Diocese of Arlington, assisted by the Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word. You can also join the friars in praying the Rosary at 4:30 p.m.
Event Schedule
Here's a look at what you can look forward to on Aug. 30 at Capital One Hall (schedule subject to change):
- 8:00 a.m. – Doors Open/Registration
- 9:30 a.m. – Opening Prayer and Welcome by Michael P. Warsaw, EWTN Chairman and CEO
- 9:45 a.m. – Address by Dr. Ray Guarendi, Host of The Doctor Is In
- 10:30 a.m. – Address by Catherine Hadro, Host of EWTN News In Depth
- 11:30 a.m. – Lunch Break (on your own)
- 1:30 p.m. – Family Talk with Michael P. Warsaw, Fr. Joseph Mary Wolfe, M.F.V.A., and the Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word
- 3:00 p.m. – Special Roundtable on Pope Leo XIV, hosted by Colm Flynn with Montse Alvarado, Monsignor Roger Landry, Dr. Matthew Bunson, and Paola Flynn
- 4:30 p.m. – Pray the Rosary with the Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word
- 5:00 p.m. – Holy Mass with Bishop Michael F. Burbidge and the Franciscan Missionaries of the Eternal Word
Don't Miss Out!
The EWTN Family Celebration offers a unique opportunity to grow in faith, connect with the Catholic community, and create lasting memories with your family. Admission is free, but we anticipate space will be limited, so reserve your spot today at https://www.ewtn.com/familycelebration. Whether you're joining us for the inspiring talks, sacred liturgy, or family-friendly activities, this is an event you won't want to miss. We look forward to celebrating with you at Capital One Hall in Tysons Corner, Virginia!
ABOUT EWTN and EWTN NEWS
In its 45th year, EWTN is the largest Catholic media organization in the world. EWTN's 11 global TV channels and numerous regional channels are broadcast in multiple languages 24 hours a day, seven days a week to over 435 million television households in more than 160 countries and territories. EWTN platforms also include radio services transmitted through SIRIUS/XM, iHeart Radio, and over 600 domestic and international AM & FM radio affiliates; a worldwide shortwave radio service; numerous digital and social media platforms including one of the most visited Catholic websites in the U.S.; as well as EWTN Publishing, its book publishing division.
Headquartered in Washington, D.C., EWTN News operates multiple global news services, including Catholic News Agency, "The National Catholic Register" newspaper and digital platform, ACI Prensa in Spanish, ACI Digital in Portuguese, ACI Stampa in Italian, ACI Africa in English, French and Portuguese, ACI MENA in Arabic, CNA Deutsch in German and ChurchPop, a digital platform that creates content in several languages. It also produces numerous television news programs including EWTN News Nightly, EWTN Noticias, EWTN News In Depth, EWTN Pro-Life Weekly, The World Over, and Vaticano.
SOURCE EWTN Global Catholic Network
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