NFL Pro Danny Abramowicz to Host EWTN Show

"We talk to men about the things that are happening in their lives right now and we challenge them to do something about it," said Abramowicz.

IRONDALE, AL (CNA) - Former NFL all-pro wide receiver and coach Danny Abramowicz has created a television show which uses a sports show format to encourage men to get themselves into spiritual shape.

The show, called "Crossing the Goal," was created in conjunction with the EWTN Global Catholic Network. Segments include "The Kickoff," where the problem of the day is presented; "The Game Plan," where two hosts examine the facts relevant to the topic; "The Red Zone," where the hosts talk about how they've dealt with the problem in their own life; and "The End Zone," where each host gives the audience something to think about for the week in hopes of providing real solutions to the spiritual challenges men face.

"We talk to men about the things that are happening in their lives right now and we challenge them to do something about it," said Abramowicz. "Guys respond to a challenge. The Lord will help them, but they have to admit that something is not right in their life."

Abramowicz will be joined on "Crossing the Goal" by co-hosts Peter Herbeck, who is vice-president of Renewal Ministries, the founder of Fellowship of Catholic University Students Curtis Martin and professional broadcaster Brian Patrick.

The former NFL pro, who played for the New Orleans Saints and the San Francisco 49ers, has admitted to being a former "party boy" whose life revolved around booze and his ego. He said he has high hopes for the show.

"The economy is tough," Abramowicz said. "Men don't think of the Lord when things are rockin' and rollin'. When things start turning bad, that's when we need to be available to the men."

"Crossing the Goal" is scheduled to air on Sundays at 6:30 pm Eastern Time beginning August 31 and will re-air on Friday nights and Monday mornings.

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