Father James Martin to Appear on The Colbert Report

Chicago, IL February 23, 2009 -- Best-selling author and Catholic commentator Fr. James Martin (http://www.loyolapress.com/martin) will be a guest on The Colbert Report, February 23, 2009.

Known for his wit and depth of insight on Catholics and culture, Martin has been a frequent guest on several mainstream media shows talking about everything from Mother Teresa to the latest Oscars. Tonight, Colbert fans will be treated to a lively discussion and battle of wits between Colbert and Martin.

Appearing as a guest on the Colbert Show is only one twist in Martin'ss interesting life journey. From the executive fast track at GE to ordination as a Jesuit priest, James Martin has lead a rather exciting life. His ministry as a Jesuit has brought him to the slums of Nairobi, the projects of inner-city Chicago, and now to a media career in Manhattan.

Besides writing for America, a national Catholic magazine, Martin has authored several books including the best seller My Life with the Saints (http://www.loyolapress.com/martin/JamesMartinSJ_MyLifeWithTheSaints.html), which has sold more than 80,000 copies.

For an interview with Fr. James Martin or to obtain a reading copy of My Life with the Saints, contact Michelle Halm 312-505-2063; 773-529-3789; Halm (at) loyolapress (dot) com

Loyola Press, founded in 1912, is a nonprofit publishing company committed to meeting the spiritual and educational needs of individuals, parishes, and families by providing resources that support children'ss faith formation, language arts education, and whole-community catechesis. As an a apostolate of the Chicago Province of the Society of Jesus (the Jesuits), Loyola Press is dedicated to providing a wide variety of literature on topics including Ignatian prayer 's38; spirituality, saints, ongoing spiritual growth, Catholic life.

Contact:

Michelle Halm

Marketing Coordinator

773-529-3789

Halm (at) loyolapress (dot) com

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