Father Simon Says

Bible Study: (2:22) Jer 23:5-8 Father explains how preserving the liturgy helped inform the identity of the Jews Mt 1:18-25 Father explains Joseph as a righteous man Letters: (23:19) - Pitching a parish ministry at the end of mass (29:14) - Julie mentioned that her husband was killed many years ago Word of the Day: Until (32:38) Callers: (36:50) - I am protestant! .Where is it in the bible is the concept of repentance of mortal sin, and if it is in there, does contradict Paul's teaching in Roams 6-8? (46:42) - I disagree that God lets us walk away from him. I tried and I was never able to!

Bible Study: (1:40) Is 48:17-19 Father takes a deep dive into the meaning of the word Redeem. Mt 11:16-19 Wisdom is only useful in action. Find out the meaning of this and take a listen. Letters: (18:20) What is the difference between Catholics and Orthodox? Word of the Day: (34:27) Gifts Phones: (37:54) Rose - what does it imply when we say the respecter of persons? Craig - God never gives people more that they can handle. Is this in the Bible or just something people say. Jerry - Are there any modern scholars that have proved the 7 books that were taken out were originally written in Hebrew? Shirley - How can we defend ourselves from other Christians who don't think Mary, or the saints aren't important? Betty - What are the duties of the parish priest regarding evangelization?

Bible Study: (3:03) Is 41:13-20 What is the relationship between the thrashing floor and the Eucharist? Mt 11:11-15 What does it mean to be greater than John the Baptist? Letters: (20:45) - Music on the Tilma on Our Lady of Guadalupe (22:26) - Closing parishes during COVID Word of the Day: Force (34:29) Callers: (38:47) - At the end of the Sermon on the Mount it says the crowds were drawn to him, but I thought you said it was just him and the disciples? (42:19) - I was raised Protestant and my wife was raised Catholic. Are we ever going to see eye to eye on faith matters? (47:41) - The three wise men brough the gifts GFM the gifts fit for a king. If they were fit for a king, what was the amount of these gifts that he received?

Bible Study: (2:18) Is 40:25-31 Our strength is from the Lord Mt 11:28-30 Father discusses St. Justin Martyr & what true meekness is Letters: (18:49) - Body, Blood, Soul, & Divinity of Christ & Greek Orthodox (25:04) - Son of man & Son of God (28:39) - Reverence for the Eucharist Word of the Day: Working (34:04) Callers: (37:38) - My friend Maria died, and I prayed a rosary for her. Could that rosary have saved her? (40:04) - My mother had a skull & crossbones on her crucifix. Could you explain that? (41:34) - My sister's grandson brings his girlfriend w/him to my house. What am I to do? (45:25) - When the Eucharistic prayers are said, why are some saints chosen to be said? (47:35) - I love Bishop Barron's book, "This is my Body."

Bible Study: (3:18) ZEC 2:14-17 Father discusses the historical surroundings of Our Lady of Guadalupe Rv 11:19a; 12:1-6a, 10ab Does this passage refer to the Blessed Mother or the Church? LK 1:26-38 Mary is the slave of the Lord Letters: (23:04) - Bible Recommendation (24:24) - The Precious Blood at Mass (28:13) - Healing power of Lourdes water (46:38) - Praying away evil stores Word of the Day: Proclaims the greatness (30:50) Callers: (34:23) - The Chicago Tribune showed numerous images of OLG. (35:18) - On the Feast Day of OLG, a lot of dancing, drums. What's your opinion about this? (37:33) - Question about the Incas and the 60,000 deaths? (41:10) - Why do we consider and talk about the Holy Family being poor, when it seemed they were hard-working? (41:10) - Are we able to pray for Judas repose of his soul? (45:22) - I'm Eastern Orthodox. In the Church I go to, they use the spoon. When they use a spoon in the Chalice, does alcohol still remain? (46:38) - Could you combine holy water and antifreeze?

Bible Study: (2:03) Lk 5:17-26 What does it mean the power of the Lord being with Jesus? Letters: (20:16) What was the ladder that Jacob saw? How do you explain confessing sins to a priest? How did Father become a host on Relevant Radio? What is the gift that Moses commanded in the bible? Word of the Day: (32:03) Vengeance Phones: (36:00) Sammy - What are your thoughts on people leaving church early after taking communion? Pete - Were the angels also made in the image of God? Mary Ellen - Women were not allowed in the temple, so in the 4th joyful mystery did they just greet Mary outside or was she allowed inside? William - I play Santa Claus and I'm wondering how to reach more children of other religions. The Jewish children always say they can't ask him for anything.

Bible Study: (4:22) Gn 3:9-15, 20 Father shares his thoughts on the Immaculate Conception Eph 1:3-6, 11-12 What does it mean that God adopts us? Lk 1:26-38 What’s the difference between Mary and Zachariah? Letters (21:13) - Can I do the Marian consecration for someone else? (22:14) - If Adam had taken the apple out of Eve’s hand, would it have still been considered sin? (24:12) – David writes in about the prayer of St. Gertrude Word of the Day: Papyrology (26:58) Callers (36:39) – The Presentation of Mary (40:02) – How could I develop a love of the Liturgy of the Hours? (41:50) – Was Philemon about the consecrated life? (43:39) – Could Mary have said ‘No’ to Gabriel? (44:55) – How should I address people going to a funeral, when many of them are not Catholic? (47:41) – Are angels part of the mystical body of Christ, or is that just us? Original Air Date: December 8, 2022

Bible Study: (2:19) Eph 3:8-12 The angels and what God is really like Mt 7:21, 24-27 What does it mean to do the will of your Father in heaven? Letters: (18:11) - Why was David punished for conducting a census? (26:55) - You don't hear the whole Bible by going to Mass for three years! Word of the Day: Undistinguished (29:07) Callers: (33:43) - At what point at time did the devil knew he lost? (35:44) - In order to teach in the synagogues, rabbis had to be married w/a kid. Is that true? (38:20) - I have a question about Mass obligations for 4th Sunday of Advent and for Christmas Day. (42:36) - If the angels who fell, were so smart, why did they choose to go against God? (44:47) - When God said, 'I will not forgive blasphemy to Holy Spirit.' Could you explain?

Bible Study: (2:34) Is 25:6-10a What is the Lord promising us? Mt 15:29-37 What is Jesus teaching his disciples today? Letters: (21:44) - Can the devil enter a Catholic Church? (25:33) - Orthodox Church & valid sacraments (27:13) - Life in the spirit seminar Word of the Day (32:41) Callers: (38:40) - A priest believes a woman should be ordained; how should I respond to him? (43:28) - How do we know Dec 25 is Jesus' b-day (46:40) - About belief in messiah before the Babylonian Captivity? Did they continue to seek a Messiah, as an emperor?

Bible Study: (1:51) IS 11:1-10 Father gives a history of the Puritans Letters (19:51) – We need to rest! (22:19) – My cousin passed away, he was cremated but, his ashes are going to be passed out to the attendees of the funeral (27:20) – Where can I find a document regarding communion? (30:09) – How can we protect ourselves against hopelessness during the Christmas season? Word of the Day: Child-like (33:15) Callers (33:52) – Is the Christmas Novena superstitious? (38:55) – What are the origins of Advent? (41:14) – Why can we not scatter ashes but take relics of the saints all over the world? (44:26) – Is the St. Gertrude prayer superstitious? (47:39) – Since Mary didn’t have original sin did she experience minor pains like tooth aches? Original Air Date: November 29, 2022

Bible Study: (1:53) Is 2:1-5 History is a witness to the trust of God Mt 8:5-11 Humility of the Centurion Servant Letters: (20:53) - Father discusses the differences between High Mass and Low Mass in the extraordinary form. (23:12) - Rite of Peace (27:31) Letter asking about the ‘Anglican Catholic Church’ Word of the Day: (29:40) Callers: (33:56) Wedding Feast (37:44) Was the centurion St. Longinus? (40:12) - St. Joseph Original Air Dates: November 28, 2022 (Bible Study), November 30, 2021 (Letters), November 29, 2021 (callers)

Bible Study: (1:46) Dn 7:2-14 Father explains the prophetic vision Lk 21:29-33 Jesus discusses the end of Jerusalem Letters (19:59) - Why there was Greek and Latin spoken in Jerusalem (23:26) - Burning coals upon his head (27:10) - The Church in Maine Word of the Day: Ancient of Days (32:38) Callers: (33:39) - Can Father interpret my dreams? (37:33) - The Son of God and the Mother of God (40:53) - How the scroll above the crucifix and how that could be interpreted as 'King of the Jews?' (45:42) - Thanks for helping me in my faith! (48:59) - Are the corporal and spiritual works of mercy equally weighted?

Bible Study: (1:51) Rom 10:9-18 What does it mean to 'confess'? Mt 4:18-22 Why did Jesus pick his relatives to be his disciples? Letters: (24:09) - Promises of the Rosary (25:51) - Courage & Faith (28:31) - Shepherd who leaves the 99 (32:28) - The Sons of God; how do we understand it? Word of the Day: To be put to shame (34:01) Callers: (36:13) - I'm divorced, and my ex-husband is homeless. Do I help him out even if he puts us down and treats my son badly/threatens him? (40:24) - Did Jesus know that Judas would betray him when he chose him? (43:09) - How do I refute my friend who says you only need to accept Jesus as Lord and that's all you need? They always use today's readings to justify this. (45:44) - The prayer before the crucifix - how did David learn this prayer? (48:21) - What is it like in purgatory?

Bible Study: (1:51) Dn 5:1-6, 13-14, 16-17, 23-28 Father explains the importance of 'the finger of God' Lk 21:12-19 Father goes on a tirade about apostasy in the Church & crisis of convenience Letters: (22:19) - The language of sex and language (25:48) - Listener writes in about his son's ordination Word of the Day: Witness (37:19) Callers: (38:19) - Brother left the faith; how should I respond? (41:20) - Are marriages allowed during Lent? (43:19) - Can I attend my friend's daughter's first communion even though it's at a Lutheran church? (46:49) - Where is it in the New Testament that Jesus and God are the same? (49:04) - Comment about how my parish manages Holy Mass

Bible Study: (1:57) Dn 2:31-45 Father Goes further into the visions of Nebuchadnezzar Lk 21:5-11 Is today's passage about the end of the world? Letters: (19:28) - RCIA scrutinies (21:55) - How can I love more? (26:38) - Thanking Jesus Word of the Day: Kosher Law (31:58) Callers: (37:55) - I'm a protestant Lutheran; can Father explain saintly intercession? (42:00) - Are Catholics are allowed to eat food that is Halal? (43:00) -The chair Our Lady sat on during apparitions of St. Catherine Laboure is that a 2nd class relic? (45:40) - When do you sit down or stop kneeling after communion? (48:36) - With all of the charities that send me things in the mail, how do I choose?

Bible Study: (1:56) Dn 1:1-6, 8-20 What's the reason for the Kosher laws? Lk 21:1-4 Father connects the widows offering to fulfillment of the law Letters: (21:52) - I had your mom as a teacher! (24:00) - Book titles (25:05) - Holy Spirit prayer (26:31) - Silence before mass (28:44) - Our Lady of Good Success Word of the Day: Nebuchadnezzar (31:20) Callers: (35:44) - Should I read the rest of my book called Diablo or should I just stop where I'm at? (38:07) - Do the protestant priests have apostolic succession? (40:04) - Was St. Luke a Hebrew or a Gentile? (42:47) - Friend is saying that their kids are going get first communion at their Catholic school but they are being told they have to repeat first communion at their church too. Is that allowed? (46:26) - What would have happened if I had died while I had fallen away from the faith?

Bible Study: (2:30) 1 Mc 4:36-37, 52-59 Father explains that this section of the book of Maccabees is about Hanukah Lk 19:45-48 Father connects this Gospel with the Maccabees Letters (19:52) - Is John 20:23 a proof for confession? (25:20) – Can we use mediums? (30:00) - Can we put holy water in a spray bottle? (33:23) – What does ‘they kingdom come’ mean? Word of the Day: Eucharist (37:27) Callers (40:04) – What is the difference between forever for humans and forever for God? (44:12) – I learned I am part Jew. But both of my Parents from Italy. How do you make sense of this? (48:42) – How do we clean sacred vessels? (50:20)- Why do we show Jesus’ stigmata on his palms? Originally Aired on: 11/19/21, 11/23/22, and 11/28/22

Bible Study: (2:40) 1 Mc 2:15-29 Father talks about the old religion of mythology Lk 19:41-44 Why does Father think today’s Gospel is problematic? Word of the Day: (37:10) Letters: (21:00) - Why wasn’t Pharoah struck down? (23:46) - Indulgences in Rome (29:38) - Heaven and earth pass away (39:56) - A little Lunch (41:40) - Liturgy and litany (46:57) - Receiving Communion Original Air Dates: 11/18/22 [Letters], 11/18/21 [Readings]

Bible Study: (2:08) 2 Mc 7:1, 20-31 Father exhorts us to live in the now Lk 19:11-28 Father related today's parable to Herod Letters: (22:55) - Snakes update (25:38) - German rosary (29:30) - Why go to Mass? Word of the Day: Thanksgiving & journey (a going up) (33:25) Callers: (35:58) - Should I leave the Freemasons? (39:27) - Why don't we receive the precious blood anymore when Jesus was very specific about this in John 6? (44:47) - My daughter and her husband are going to a non-denomination Christian Church. Should I encourage them to have their children baptized there? (49:38) - The priest at my Church omits 'like the dew fall' in the liturgy. What do you think about this?

Bible Study: (2:14) Lk 19:1-10 Father explains the Roman taxation system Letters (20:49) - The Picture Bible (23:27) - Circumcision (27:39) - The sins of St. Joseph? Word of the Day: Tax Collector (33:57) Callers: (36:13) - Does the number 19 have religious significance w/St. Joseph and having Happy, Holy Death? (38:58) - What is Fr. Simon's definition of the last name Emmel? (43:27) - How do I deal with the Sacristan in my Church who I have a difficult relationship with? (45:17) - Luke 1:42 and Elizabeth cried out in a loud voice. What's the significance? (46:43) - Could you walk us in the process from when Mary was 14 till Joseph took her as his wife?

Bible Study: (1:48) 1 Mc 1:10-15, 41-43, 54-57, 62-63 Who were the Maccabees? Lk 18:35-43 We need more than notional faith! Letters: (22:01) - Can you be born of the spirit without water? (30:03) - Frustration with the Church Word of the Day: To look up! (35:05) Callers: (36:24) - One of my friends goes to a non- denominational Church, is the Eucharist the same in the non-denominational Church? (40:23) - During consecration, I've seen people put knuckles to heart. Is that a generational thing? (43:23) - Will we see our angels in heaven and do angels laugh? (43:27) - St. Paul could be bit by a viper when no snakes on Malta? (46:38) - Could you explain about the reading about the children like olives? (48:32) - I collect rosaries; could you explain this rosary I got?

Bible Study: (1:59) Wis 13:1-9 We shouldn't worship creation! Lk 17:26-37 Father discusses the destruction of the Temple Letters (21:23) - Apostle's Creed at Mass (23:36) - Indulgences (25:11) - Mercy without justice (28:15) - Crime shows (30:10) - Wisdom as a women (32:25) - Abraham and Isaac Word of the Day: Governor (37:13) Callers (38:53) - How could I bring my husband to get us married in the Church? (41:56) - I heard a 12-year-old say God is not male/female, which makes transgender movement okay. How should I respond? (45:23) - The Anti-Christ will be seen a peacekeeper? Is that part of Catholic Teaching? (47:52) - Question about today's Gospel, could you help explain? Elevated to meet Christ or left behind? (50:04) - I'd like to thank Father for what he's done!

Bible Study: (1:57) Wis 7:22b–8:1 What is wisdom? Lk 17:20-25 God’s royal nature is manifested in suffering Letters (21:56) - Mulberry Tree & Jesus Said (25:57) - My child wonders if her algebra gets her out of purgatory (26:55) - Why doesn't God confront the evildoers of today? Word of the Day: Sky (34:06) Callers: (36:55) - Physics & Faith (39:03) - Why is Wisdom given the feminine gender in the readings? (42:14) - On the Shroud, parallel between Jesus' resurrection and the transfiguration? (44:18) - I'm a non-denominational and what's the difference between someone who follows the Bible and Catholics and why so many religions?

Bible Study: (1:56) Lk 17:11-19 Leprosy, the Kingdom of God, and the healing power of Christ Letters (19:54) - Parable of the Vineyard (21:33) - Why is there so much suffering? (23:24) - why is the Holy Spirit Lord? (24:04) - Is Hell for real? (24:58) - Judging the Law (28:56) - why did the Samaritan go to the priest? Word of the Day: Pity (32:47) Callers (35:42) - Could you explain why the hemorrhaging woman was unclean and what circumstances for those with the blood issues why where they unclean? (38:51) - Family friend committed suicide; what should I say to the family? (42:49) - Why do we say that Matrimony was instituted by Christ when there was marriages before Christ? (44:59) - Friend was divorced was remarried and then her first husband died. Does she still need annulment? (48:52) - Parisa and Rapture from Thessalonians: Rapture is from the Greek, and Latin uses a diff form of that verb. Could you explain, Father?

Bible Study: (2:32) Wis 2:23–3:9 The devil and birth control Lk 17:7-10 Father tells a story from his days with the Charismatic prayer groups Letters: (18:27) - Are we married in heaven? (22:09) - Gender & language (24:42) - Do we have to trust those whom we forgive? (30:22) - Indulgences Word of the Day: Devil (36:17) Callers: (38:17) - I got married at 17, doctor gave me birth control, and told doctor that was wrong, even when I was non-religious. What do you think? (40:42) - Mary at Front of center at altar and tabernacle at the side? What do you think? I saw churches like this on The Camino in Spain (43:52) - I have trouble asking for forgiveness when I know I'm going to commit that action again. What to do? (47:02) - I have an image of Christ on the Cross on the phone and what is your favorite depictions of Jesus in Art? (48:22) - If I make any indulgences, is that a prayer I could make at beginning of day or do I have to say it at that time? (49:34) - I'm surrounded by fallen away Catholics. What is my duty?

Bible Study: (2:41) Lk 17:1-6 Father discusses fraternal correction & repentance Letters (21:55) - Foolish & wise virgins (28:54) - Do we have free will? (31:47) - what is the holy arm of God? Word of the Day: Day nor the Hour (34:57) Callers: (40:24) - How is the preface prayer chosen for mass? (40:24) - Difference between a deacon's blessing and priest blessing? (47:22) - Advice on a family member that participates in gay pride parades and encourages it on her children? What to do? (50:26) - How to view ourselves as a child of God?

Bible Study: Father discusses the historical context behind the feast of the Lateran Basilica (1:08) Ez 47:1-2, 8-9, 12 What were the messianic expectations? Letters: (27:20) - Worshipping in spirit and in truth (32:57) - I liked Father's All Saints stories (33:47) - Father shouldn't apologize for going long (34:30) - Why do Protestants believe in faith alone? Word of the Day: Desert (42:17) Callers: (43:16) - Why is there sometimes two readings, like today? (45:30) - Why they dropped the word 'One' in the Collect? (46:58) -Jesus is referred to as a Palestinian Jew from textbooks, but He would refer to himself as an Israelite, what do you think? (47:59) - I am wondering on what his thoughts are on healing ministries in the Church?

Bible Study: (1:19) Rom 13:8-10 What is true piety? Lk 14:25-33 Does Jesus ask us to turn our back on our families? Letters (27:56) - Pharisees & the Law of Moses (32:50) - Unclean pitchers Word of the Day: in spirit & in truth? (39:12) Callers (42:56) - Why Mary on Left side and Joseph right side of Church (44:55) - When are we suppose to stand up during the mass after the offertory? (47:11) - I was away from the Church, and I was with the Evangelicals. If the prayers and missionary work I did was all for naught?

Bible Study: (1:22) Rom 12:5-16ab Handing on the gift of God, prophecy, and sincerity Letters (27:31) - Viaticum (31:26) - Apostolic pardon (31:26) - Good book on the midrash (32:32) - Early Christian worship Word of the Day: Lowly (39:20) Callers: (43:42) - If somebody passed away long ago and I prayed for their souls now, would that apply to the past because God out of time? (45:11) - When we say 'Rest in Peace', are they in heaven or resting for the 2nd coming? (46:12) - When protestants are doing the deliverance prayers, are demons being delivered?

Bible Study: (2:30) Rom 11:29-36 Father discusses the fulfillment of the law Letters (18:57) - Does it have to be a Catholic cemetery? (19:36) - Lutheran ordination (21:26) - Labyrinths (22:09) - Mary's perfection Word of the Day: Inscrutable Callers: (31:22) - Do demons live in our time? (40:43) - What is Father's opinion of the 'Council of God'? (45:46) - Why does the Quran acknowledge Jesus but not Torah

Bible Study: (2:05) Rom 9:1-5 What is a conscience? Father explains Paul's powerful words. Lk 14:1-6 Is it legal to cure on the Sabbath? Father discusses the Charismatic renewal Letters (34:35) - Proving the afterlife (36:30) - Can Catholic women read romance novels? (38:00) - Shofar & sung Jewish prayer (41:00) - I sensed that the Kingdom of God is in my heart Word of the Day: Anathema Callers: (49:00) - Why the Jews allowed the mosque over the Temple in Jerusalem? (51:30) - Why anti-Semitism? (54:35) - High Mass vestments (57:00) - Thank him for the show and I have joined the church once and left, but I want to go back!

All Soul's Day: We want this world to be like a sitcom, but death is an integral part of this valley of tears Wis 3:1-9 The souls of the just are in the hands of God Letters: (21:24) - Father's interpretations of Genesis (22:54) - Daily liturgies in the Orthodox (25:08) - Is heaven boring? (28:07) - Reading the Bible (31:59) - Thy Kingdom Come on earth...why not in the Universe? Word of the Day: Want (35:17) Callers: (37:42) - When somebody we pray for them and soul is already in heaven, I've heard that the prayer goes to other souls? Could you clarify? (40:52) - My 11-year-old granddaughter, loves Harry Potter movies. Is that okay? (45:54) - In some of the Bible, 'Peace on earth and Goodwill' it seems to be an important distinction, which is more accurate? (48:37) - How do our Protestants treat the Fathers of Church? (50:23) - Is it a good idea to read Revelations?

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Bible Study: (1:48) Rom 8:18-25 What is our job as Christians? Lk 13:18-21 Father discusses building the kingdom Letters: (24:10) - Bible recommendation (25:24) - St. Jude as patron of the impossible (27:58) - Deuteronomy 20:5-7 (30:10) - Sons of God and intimate relations (33:35) - Jewish army during the time of Jesus Word of the Day: Adoption (35:37) Callers: (37:23) - I had not been to a Latin Mass in 60 years. I went on Sunday and when the priest held up the host, I began to tremble. It seemed like a glimpse of the Kingdom. (38:35) - When did we start having confession as we know it today? (41:41) - A lot of people at my Church leave after Communion. How important is the closing blessing? (44:34) - On the book of Maccabees. Do we know who wrote it? (47:14) - Can you speak to the origin of the legend that souls are with God in heaven before children are conceived? (50:10) - Did Abraham take a third wife?

Bible Study: (2:08) Rom 8:12-17 Father explains the smoking gun to his hairbrained theory Letters (21:06) - Baptism & exorcism (23:09) - Female diaconate (26:42) - Orthodox weddings (27:30) - What does it mean to blaspheme? Word of the Day: Indignant (33:31) Callers: (35:27) - I'm in my 20s, could you explain when Fr. Simon says 'new age music.' (39:44) - When the priest raises up the chalice and host at same time, is that the death of Christ? When the priest places hosts in chalice is that the resurrection? (42:17) - Are ailments demonic? (44:35) - All-male priesthood (47:01) - If people in state of mortal sin, are their prayers received? (49:00) - Could a priest skip the first reading and just say the Gospel during Daily Mass?

Bible Study: (2:05) Rom 7:18-25a Why don't we do the good we want? Lk 12:54-59 Father discusses the political situation of Jesus' time Letters (23:36) - Priest and raising money (26:37) - St. Joseph and virginity (29:07) - Atonement of Christ and Mary's conception Word of the Day: Wretched (32:26) Callers: (36:22) - Paul & the Law of Moses (40:38) - In the Bible, Jesus' name Yeshua, and Mary's name was Miriam. How did their names change? (46:34) - Exodus 13: 11-15, question about ransoming your first born

Bible Study: (2:44) Rom 6:19-23 What is God like? Father gives more dispatches from the Diocese of St. Dymphna in Northern Vermont Letters: (30:50) - Priest who is not in a state of grace? (34:24) - Estate planning on mass Word of the Day: Gift of God (38:22) Callers: (39:32) - 'Let us call to mind our sins', but priest says shortcomings. Is that OK? (42:23) - On how people complain about the mass, our son is a priest in Western Minnesota, and he has to travel 88 miles every Sunday and he has no Saturday night mass period. (46:17) - God's covenant with Israel (50:23) - Is it okay to be best man/maid of honor at non-Catholic wedding?

Bible Study: (2:33) Rom 6:12-18 What do we have to become & What is grace? Letters (17:23) - I was invited to a same-sex wedding; what should I do? (22:23) - Was Fr. Simon ever a Shabbos Goy? (23:34) - Who has daily liturgies? (25:14) - what is the Spirit of Vatican II? Word of the Day: Drunk Callers: (40:54) - How to process the spectacular gulf between the modernist parish and the orthodox parishes? (44:30) - How to deal with toxic people, from a Catholic perspective? (45:49) - As soon as the child is created, the child belongs to the devil. Have you heard of that? (47:38) - Does Fr. Simon know what purgatory is like? (49:53) - Why is Adam greater than Jesus?

Bible Study: (2:39) Rom 5:12, 15b, 17-19, 20b-21 Father gives the history of the Pharisees Letters (23:24) - I'm a Protestant and I need to clarify that Mary never sinned? (31:19) - How can the holy souls in purgatory be holy? Word of the Day: Gird your loins (35:16) Callers: (36:21) - My church is building a cemetery in front of the church and you can get your name put on the cross they are making. Your thoughts on this? (37:58) - Can we please have a second rosary during the day? (39:38) - Genesis - the moon and the sun were created on the 4th day, but why not when he said let there be light? (42:44) - Who are the new chosen people? Are the Jews still the chosen people? https://www.amazon.com/Rise-Christianity-Marginal-Religious-Centuries/dp/0060677015 (48:27) - Did people rise from the dead when Jesus died? (cf. Mt 27:51-56)

Bible Study: (2:01) Mt 22:15-21 Who bears the face of God? Rom 4:20-25 What are we saved by? Letters (20:37) - Blood of the Prophets (23:31) - Doxology from the KJV (28:37) - "God wants us to be holy" - where is that from? (31:47) - What if I can't say the chaplet at 3pm? Word of the Day: Fools (35:51) Callers: (38:39) - Where in the Bible does it say 'Catholic'? (40:28) - 2 Samuel, where David got a messenger friendly soldier and told a lie. Could you explain? (43:45) - What is his opinion of the Flame of Love Movement and mystical revelations? (47:49) - Ash Wednesday: If you wipe forehead accidentally and the ashes are on your fingers, what do you do? (49:29) - Holding the hand of the bless mother during last night's rosary. It touched my heart what you said, Father!

Bible Study: (1:52) Rom 4:1-8 Father explains the foundation purpose of the Letter to the Romans & how Grace transforms us Letters: (23:33) - how did the last supper begin in simplicity and end in formality? (27:15) - Origin of the sign of the cross (29:24) - Wedding garment - rejecting the grace of baptism? (30:32) - Should older married men become priests? Word of the Day: Leven (34:12) Callers: (38:22) - Liturgy of the Hours - how do I learn to love it? (40:04) - Difference between Alleluia and Hosanna (41:27) - If there's no priest at all, how to have mass? (45:02) - Why we stick with the King's English, like using the 'thou' instead of more modern English. (47:02) - What to do when I get bad thoughts during prayer? (50:09) - Question about general confession and could you explain?

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Bible Study: (1:57) Rom 3:21-30 Father discusses righteousness and works of the law Letters (22:44) - Thank you for what Father said to a mom whose daughter is becoming a nun (24:16) - Are horror movies sinful? (29:03) - Peter as elder; why not as Pope? Word of the Day: Principle (33:24) Callers (34:54) - Does a catholic sin if they receive communion but don't believe in transubstantiation? (37:37) - Question about the Ceremonial Law, where the priests would do the sacrifice, and no longer needed the priests do the sacrifice? (40:39) - My sister was a cafeteria Catholic and died earlier this month. (42:27) - What do you think about the Dia de los Muertos? (49:11) - Priest gestures at mass

Bible Study: (1:45) 2 Tm 4:10-17b Father discusses the very ordinary needs of St. Paul Lk 10:1-9 Father explains St. Luke and his Gospel Letters (19:12) - Father discusses the liturgy (20:21- - On receiving communion on the tongue or in the hand (26:58) - Does Jesus give us the power to heal? (29:24) - Valid sacraments in Eastern Churches Word of the Day: Deeds/Works (33:30) Callers: (35:28) - Question about eucharistic adoration: why are there people waving hands at the monstrance? (40:17) - Is it okay to take th Eucharist to kneel and receive on hand? (42:01) - I just came back from Israel and a pilgrimage. When did the conflict start? (47:53) - Relationship between grace and free will

Bible Study: (2:10) Rom 1:16-25 What is a Tzadik? Lk 11:37-41 Who were the Pharisees? Father Simon has a Professorial Pause discuss the state of the episcopacy Letters (26:09) - I work for hospice - can we use an orthodox priest in an emergency? (28:01) - My grandma won't go to Church; what can I do? Word of the Day: Boundary stone (30:43) Callers: (35:44) - A co-worker says The Bible can not be the basis for Catholicism because it was written by men. How should I respond? (39:08) - What is the proclamation of the kingdom, the third luminous mystery? (43:51) - How do I explain that idolatry degrades humanity (46:34) - What color was Jesus' hair when he was baby? (47:49) - Today is my b-day! (49:44) - I was at a prayer vigil at abortion clinic. The abortion worker, quoted a verse from Exodus, using that as their defense: Exodus 21: 22-23

Bible Study: (1:40) Rom 1:1-7 Who was the queen of the south? What is Talmudic reasoning? Letters (20:19) - Rosary Novena - can you pray the rosary during chores? (24:03) - Dowry system (29:10) - Persistence in prayer & the local pregnancy center Word of the Day: Gospel (35:11) Callers: (37:21) - Question about the Holy Spirit prayer, could you explain when it says 'renews the face of the earth' (42:17) - Question about yesterday's Gospel, clarify about the person who didn't have the garments. Didn't the host provide wedding garments? (47:01) - Priests using only one hand holding the host during consecration? Could you comment on that?

Bible Study: (2:06) Jl 1:13-15; 2:1-2 What is a minister? Lk 11:15-26 Jesus' authority, unclean spirits, & Beelzebul Letters (18:43) - Holy Spirit appearance in Scripture (21:52) - who else makes the sign of the cross? (25:35) - Do the deceased send signs from heaven? Word of the Day: Camel (31:49) Callers (39:41) - Important writings of Ratzinger and what he could recommend? (40:43) - I have a 25 year old daughter planning to enter the cloister in the spring, and I'm a newer Catholic. I don't understand the reasoning for the Cloistered life. (44:29) - I'm Jewish, and the Torah there is no Devil. And it was changed to fit Christian Theology. Could you comment? (49:20) - Comment on sister who entered cloister. Sister entered and changed family dynamic for the better.

Bible Study: (2:45) Mal 3:13-20b Who was Malachi? Lk 11:5-13 The importance of persistence in prayer Letters: (19:50) - I agree with Fr. Simon about music! (24:10) - Grief & Gratitude (27:21) - Prayer journaling (29:42) - We don't build the kingdom of God Word of the Day: Suppose (36:23) Caller: (38:36) - When was the Exile in Isaiah exactly written and also about the taking of Babylon by the Persian empire? (40:20) - Diff between friar and priest? (42:00) - Difference b/w messianic and Hasidic? (45:37) - Question about Eye of the Needle translation? (50:22) - What is sackcloth?

Bible Study: (1:53) Jon 4:1-11 How do we talk about Jonah in a way that kids don't lose respect for the Scriptures? Father discusses the difficulty of forgiveness Lk 11:1-4 Father breaks down The Our Father Letters (20:30) - Policy about dogs in Church (21:51) - Too often the music at mass is too loud! (27:20) - Our daughter wants to get confirmed Catechism for adults: https://www.usccb.org/sites/default/files/flipbooks/uscca/files/assets/basic-html/page-23.html (28:55) - Lutheran beliefs about the Eucharist Word of the Day (33:31) Callers: (36:33) - What do you think about me giving everything to charity instead of my family? (38:51) - Grandson asked why you have to confess venial sins if you are forgiven by going through mass? (41:47) - How to deal with family members who don't believe in the pope and what to say to them? (47:06) - Did people from the old testament have to wait to see Jesus until opened the gates of Heaven? (49:38) - Thou shall not worship strange gods vs false gods. What is the difference?

Bible Study: (1:59) Jon 3:1-10 Did Jonah really exist? Lk 10:38-42 The good part & the better part How do we choose the good part? Letters (18:38) - Mary appreciates Father's comments on music & the liturgy https://www.vatican.va/archive/hist_councils/ii_vatican_council/documents/vat-ii_const_19631204_sacrosanctum-concilium_en.html Word of the Day: Anxious and worried (30:26) Callers: (34:09) - In the Hail Mary, it says 'Blessed is the fruit of the womb'. How could Mary still be a virgin? (36:30) - Are unicorns bad? (37:27) - I'm legally blind, and searching for a good audio bible? https://bible.usccb.org/podcasts/audio (37:54) - What does he think about what's happening in Israel? (44:17) - Does God also love the devil? (47:07) - The use of Greek in liturgical prayers? (48:21) - I appreciate his diatribe and his soapbox and enjoy hearing his perspective. (50:16) - There are unicorns, they have them in California, outside of Bakersfield, and they are unicorns. They are one-horned goats