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Fulton, Illinois, United States

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Tens of thousands gather for the beatification of Archbishop Fulton Sheen, first Illinois native to reach this milestone on the path to sainthood

Tens of thousands gather for Archbishop Fulton Sheen beatification, 1st Illinois native to reach milestone on path to sainthood

The Catholic prelate and Emmy-winning TV host preached to millions on his primetime show "Life is Worth Living" in the 1950s.

ChicagotribuneSep 25, 2026

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First Illinois native to be beatified: 10 things to know about famed TV host, evangelist Fulton Sheen on his path to sainthood

Pope Leo XIV was moved by Sheen’s words as a child, calling the famed broadcaster “a light of faith, hope and love" during a June address at the Vatican.

ChicagotribuneSep 19, 2026

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