This page previews upcoming TV and Radio Programmes, mostly in Ireland and the UK.

This is for information purposes only and does not imply recommendation unless clearly stated otherwise.

Some of the material is available live or for catchup/download/podcast/streaming from the websites/apps of the relevant broadcaster.

Note: All times and dates are accurate at time of posting, but broadcasters can make changes so it's a good idea to double check in the daily papers/teletext etc. Watch also for regional variations, especially on BBC. The Irish channels, and EWTN can be watched online and through their various apps. EWTN is also available on most satellite services.

THE SIMPSONS
Channel 4 Sun 27 Oct 8.05 am
 Simpson Christmas Stories: Homer shares his version of the story of the birth of Jesus, and Grampa tells a Yuletide war story.

Songs of Praise
BBC One Sun 27 Oct  1.15 pm
Award-winning saxophonist and broadcaster YolanDa Brown meets Aled Jones to share the story of her faith through the hymns and worship songs that mean the most to her.

PILGRIM, THE - THE SOLDIER
EWTN Sunday, October 27 at 4:00 PM also Thurs 31 Oct 9 am
A pious pilgrim helps a soldier suffering from PTSD repent for a crime he committed, and discover the Grace of God is greater than any sin. An EWTN original film about human brokenness and the power of personal witness.

THE REFORMATION
EWTN Sun 27 Oct 9 pm
This 90-minute special chronicles the tumultuous religious upheaval in the 16th century by Martin Luther. With expert commentary from world-renowned theologians and historians and dramatizations filmed throughout Europe.

Father Brown
RTE One Tues 29 Oct 8:55 am
The Penitent Man: Father Brown suspects an ulterior motive when his old adversary Flambeau is incarcerated for murder.