Father Simon Says

Bible Study: (2:59) 2 COR 9:6-10 God loves a cheerful giver JN 12:24-26 What does it mean for a grain of wheat to fall and die? Letters (17:40) Another letter about saying 'God bless you' when someone sneezes Question about the temple tax What is the oil of gladness? Word of the Day: Deacon (29:21) Callers (36:54) - My daughter is planning a marriage outside the Church; should I go to the wedding? (44:46) - Should we clap at the homily? (48:04) - My husband is dying of pancreatic cancer, and he is very angry and doesn't accept death at this point and just wants to live; what should we do? (49:21) - Why does the Eastern Orthodox used leaven bread?

Bible Study: (3:24) EZ 2:8—3:4 What is the sweet and bitter scroll? MT 18:1-5, 10, 12-14 Who is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven? Letters (19:38) Can I go to communion if I can’t do my penance before mass begins? What does the title Lord mean in the context of St. Joseph? Word of the day: Syrians vs Assyrians (29:37) Callers (36:48) - I'm 100 years old, but I'm tired of living. Could you help me? (40:41) - We're starting the Consecration to St. Joseph and there's a word 'divorce' in Matthew, could you help? (46:26) - Could you add to the story of Simon the Cyrenian? (49:29) - Caller reflects on different uses for the term Lord.

Bible Study: (2:01) Ez 1:2-5, 24-28c Father tells a story about a visionary who had a message about his ministry Mt 17:22-27 Was Jesus concerned about scandal? Letters (22:43) Did the apostles sleep through the Transfiguration? Caller thanks Fr. Simon for talking about clapping at Mass. https://theveilremoved.com/ What does it mean to play a harlot? Listener writes in about sacramental validity I've heard that High Church Lutherans try to maintain apostolic succession. Is that true? Should we wear rainbow clothing? Word of the Day: Electrum (34:04) Callers: (35:20): Question about Hebrews 11:1 and the Greek translation (38:08) - Who came up with the idea to tax the Jewish people, the Temple or The Romans? (40:55) - How Luke who was a Greek, got involved w/Paul and the Jewish Christians? Did Jesus descend from Judah? (44:47) - When mass is celebrated, the kingdom of God descends and the rules of the kingdom are different. (47:47) - Pray as if everything depends on God, and work as if everything depends on you; is that accurate?

Bible Study (1:56) NA 2:1, 3; 3:1-3, 6-7 --How the prophet Nahum is not that well-known MT 16:24-28 --When you could do nothing, trust God and that's taking up your cross Letters (23:20) Why does the Sea of Galilee have different names like Tiberius? Why do we take the Eucharist as often as we do? What do you think about clapping for the choir during mass? Could you comment on the mass graves at Catholic schools in Canada? Could you add your sacrifices to the sufferings of Christ? --Word of the Day: Vine (34:30) Callers Question about Catholic Politicians and morality? (37:18) Question about John 6:70-71 and the word "devil" (39:45) Question about a certain part of the Mass when we say 'Lord I am not worthy.' Should I kneel or stand? (42:30) My 18 year old son stole a lot of money from me. Should I forgive him? How do I forgive him with out reconciliation? (44:58) Question about Guardian Angels. Do they appear in human form? (48:39)

Bible Study (2:04) Jer 31:31-34 -Replacement Theology is ridiculous as there is no covenant with Jews, but with Israel Mt 16:13-23 -Jesus is giving Peter control and access when he's giving his keys Fr. Simon talks about the use of "dogs" in scripture (20:45) Letters (24:51) Should I move my late parents to next to each other, as they're buried away from each other? I'm worried about expenses? Do communion hosts have to be round? Could I choose an Old Testament name as a confirmation saint? Word of the Day-Gnosticism (37:22) Callers Is there a reason the 'Our Father' isn't sung anymore? (41:40 Asking about priest not adding wine to chalice, is it not a complete mass? (42:57) Why we say God Bless You when someone sneezes? (46:20) Question about praying to Jesus or to the Holy Spirit (47:23) When did the Romans abandon Judea? (50:20)

Bible Study (2:01) JER 31:1-7 God won't stop loving us MT 15:21-28 The word "dog" in this gospel passage is not translated as well as it should say "puppies" --Letters (21:52) When does faith stop being faith and becomes testing God? How is the Eastern Church the second lung of the Church? Is it true that Padre Pio wouldn't hear confessions for ladies wearing pants? Question about Catholic Charismatic Groups and prophetic gifts? How do I know if the Holy Spirit is talking to me? --Word of the Day: Alone (39:36) --Callers (42:46) Do animals go to heaven? (44:38) Could you explain 1 Corinthians 11: 1-13 as I have a question about unveiling

Bible Study (2:20)- JER 30:1-2, 12-15, 18-22 Fr. Simon discusses the remnant and the tribes of Israel and the Covenant with the House of Israel MT 14:22-36 It's the passage where Jesus walks on water and Fr. Simon talks about holy boldness Letters (21:41) Question about the diffieren "Marys" at different apparitions? Recommend a good book about World Religions, from a Catholic perspective? Question about Acts 2:2 and it's interpretation and translation regarding the words "strong wind" Could you discuss speaking in tongues? How could we say the Eastern Churches are the 2nd lung of the Church when many don't believe in Immaculate Conception? Word of the Day-Nehushtan (34:24) Callers (39:48) Question about the validity of the Lutheran Eucharist? (42:26) Went to a mass on Sunday and they had guitars and singing. I left because it wasn't right. Did that count as my Sunday obligation? (46:51) I saw a Mass on TV where garments were placed on the Archbishop in front of the congregation. Why would they do that? (49:20) Question about when faith stops and becomes testing God?

Jeremiah 28:1-17 - Father Simon talks about the importance of understanding prophecy. Matthew 14:13-21 - Jesus hears about the death of John the Baptist and he withdrew in a boat to a deserted place. Fr. Simon talks about the importance of prayer and discernment in difficult times. Words of the Day: Church Fr. Simon talks about the meaning of the word Church. Do we go to Mass because we like a particular priest or type of music or do we go to give praise to God? Letters: Dan – What is Kabbalah and what should we know about it. How does it compare to Christianity? Anonymous – When Jesus said: “My God, My God, why have you forsaken me,” what did he mean? Keith – Why do we pray certain prayers such as the Memorare differently? Desiree – Are eulogies allowed at a funeral Mass? Mary Grace – Question about a cantor who was in an inappropriate relationship. Callers (45:00) Irene – Why don’t people genuflect anymore? Angela – What is the truth about Mary Magdalene? Anne – Can my brother with Down Syndrome have a Catholic funeral

Bible Study: (1:58) Jer 26:1-9 What does this story have to do with Darwin? Jn 11:19-27 What do we need when tragedy strikes? Lk 10:38-42 Jesus wasn't concerned with having a great meal Letters (17:06) Lk 11:27-28, what does it mean? Father explains what the word 'God' means? Caller writes in about the difficulty of divorce Are Mormons Christian? It's the responsibility of the parents to pass on the faith Does Father know of a good Bible for kids? Listener writes in about what synecdoche means Can I go to a Coptic mass? Words of the Day: Cathedral and heaven (38:20) Callers (42:29) - How can I describe the saying 'Son of Man' to a non-believer? (44:31) - Question about relics - How do you pray when there's a relic? (46:29) - Is saying or writing OMG a sin? (50:28) - When you are getting married and the priest wraps your hand, what does that signify?

Bible Study: (2:28) JER 18:1-6 Potters and clay MT 13:47-53 More Kingdom theorizing! Letters (20:16) Was Mary's consent essential to the Incarnation? What should we do during the consecration? What do we wear in heaven? Word of the Day: Hosanna vs Hallelujah Callers (38:51): - Why do some churches offer confession during mass? (41:44) - What is a second nesham​a? (43:29) - What is the difference between Paradise and Kingdom in the Bible?

Bible Study (1:50) Jer 15:10, 16-21 What's religious fanaticism Mt 13:44-46 Father continues his commentary on the Kingdom Letters (20:19) Is the Byzantine Church missionary? Comment about the Church and indigenous peoples Is Eucharist in the Greek Catholic Church valid? What is the vale or valley of tears? Word of the day: Paradise (38:04) Callers (39:50) - If someone does something that they think is wrong but it is not actually wrong is that a sin? (42:24) - Can we change the will of God? (45:10) - Is the medal Scapular just as good as the Cloth scapular? (46:32) - What is the difference between the Socratic and Hasidic Judaism? (50:06) - Is it a sin to watch mediums and ghost hunters on TV?

Bible Study: (2:39) JER 14:17-22 The collapse of Western Civilization MT 13:36-43 We judge by the fruit# Sir 44:1, 10-15 What is the wealth that is passed down? Letters: (23:18) Comment about a married couple who lived together before marriage A theologian and the heresy of Nestorianism Do we see the Trinity in Genesis? Word of the Day: Age (33:48) Callers (37:36) Can we name a Race horse after your Rabbi Friend? (38:57) Do the Seraphim Guard the tabernacle in churches? and do they come to alter during consecration of the Eucharist? (The veil removed) (43:38) Can you get an annulment without the knowledge of your spouse? (47:08) What is the difference between a communion service for a wedding and a wedding mass? (49:39) when someone goes to Purgatory can they pray for themselves?

Bible Study: (2:53) 2 COR 4:7-15 What are earthen vessels? MT 20:20-28 Who was St. James? Were there two or three? Letters (18:33) Question about God's time and our time My family member doubts the real presence, can he or she receive communion? When I got to the Church, I can't find the tabernacle I'm confused by the biblical accounts of the two men crucified next to Jesus. The various Gospels seem to be contradictory Word of the Day: Weed (37:44) Callers (41:09) Who are my enemies (biblically speaking)? (45:06) What is Wiccan? How do I talk with someone about it? (46:59) Can an adult person who is not baptized go to heaven?

Bible Study: 1:52 2 Cor 5:14-17 Why are Paul's words here so significant? Jn 20:1-2, 11-18 An inconsistency in Scripture? Letters (14:12) Is there a place where God is not? Question about scapulars and Christianity as a force for good Why are there so many few 'normal' saints? Question about a letter from 1500, 'a true letter from Christ' What do I do if the priest has forgotten to give me a penance? A priest used the term 'CE,' should I mention it to the priest? I'm upset about how the Native Americans were treated by Catholic missionaries Does praying to the saints mean we're praying to the dead? Can Catholics marry on a Sunday? My grandmother gave me a necklace with a cross, do I need to wear crucifix instead? Do our pets go to heaven? Word of the Day: Soul (39:14) Callers: (43:00) - Naming Guardian Angels and if that's okay? A friend says we shouldn't ask for it, but it's revealed to us anyway (46:22) - What do you think of the idea of a brown scapular tattoo? (48:40) - Are the Deuterocanonical books considered holy scriptures?

Bible Study: (1:57) JER 2:1-3, 7-8, 12-13 What hadn't the people in Judea understand? MT 13:10-17 What does a parable mean? Letters (21:32) Question about the direction priests face during the readings I'm concerned about people who need their dogs in heaven Question about Muslim holiday, Eid al-Adha Does Saturday wedding mass count for Sunday? Word of the Day: Thou (35:02) Caller (38:32) - In Genesis 18, who are the three men who visited Abraham (42:38) - Is Satan pure evil? (46:08) - Is it Ok to go to any parish?

Bible Study: (2:08) Jer 1:1, 4-10 Do we build the Kingdom? Mt 13:1-9 What is God like? Letters (20:30) What's the Church's teaching on cremation? I receive on the Holy Communion on the tongue, but I have to go to the back of the line. I like to sit in the front of the Church, though. What should I do? I want to translate the Bible from Greek to English--what should I do? Word of the Day: Priest (37:36) Callers (41:22) - When did we go from whole loaf to individual hosts in the Eucharist? (49:27) - Is there anything in the original Greek to help explain the Trinitarian Formula for baptism?

Bible Study: (1:16) MI 7:14-15, 18-20 What's the origin of 'putting the kibosh' on something? MT 12:46-50 Who are the brothers of the Lord? Letters (18:41) Dyes in the ancient world Is Satan on earth? Shouldn't the priest say 'the Body of Christ' when he gives Holy Communion? Comment on Dr. Bernard Nathanson about abortion in America What was the sin of Sodom and Gomorrah? What is the word for 'thou shalt not kill' in Hebrew? Word of the Day: Hesed (36:34) Callers (41:47) - Was Jonah trapped for three days in the belly of the whale? (46:45) - How is anamnesis connected to the original sacrifice taken place? (49:33) - What to do with my wife as we need help in our marriage, but she just took off. Could you help?

Bible Study: (1:59) MI 6:1-4, 6-8 What is a mishpat? MT 12:38-42 What's an unfaithful generation? Letters (21:04) Can sainthood be revoked? Who is Theophilus? Does the pro-life movement need to be renamed? What does Father think about women appointing bishops? Word of the Day: Sacrifice (37:32) Callers What is the Jewish equivalent to hell? (41:45) Can you explain Indulgences better? (45:11) What is a labyrinth? And why is there one in Saint Teresa of Avila's Convent? (49:12)

ReadingsFather breaks down the first reading and the Gospel. Father notes that there are many sun miracles which God performs. In the Gospel Father invites us to look at our own accuracy in following rules rather then trying to correct others all the time. Letters Ana - Please share the parallels between abortion and slavery Mark - Where can I find the Chapel of the Nativity?Word of the Day "Son of Man"Calls Katie: Why did Daniel mention water creatures when he asked for all creatures to be blessed? Jeff - James 1 and 2: Is the place they buried their fathers a place we can visit now? Mary Ann - I just found out there are two tabernacles in the sanctuary. Neither can be seen when you walk into the Church. Is this okay? Mary - Is it okay if my baptism is in Spanish but my birth certificate is in English. Is that okay? There's also a spelling error on the baptism papers. Also, I gave myself a Saints name that I'm not sure exists.

Bible Study: (1:45) IS 26:7-9, 12, 16-19 What are judgements? What do Jews believe about death? MT 11:28-30 Are Jesus' words today funny? Letters (19:25) A music director writes in about "All are Welcome" Can we bury at sea? Word of the Day: Idiot (35:40) Callers (46:08) Has the Church always believed that Life starts at conception? If not why not?

Bible Study: (2:11) IS 10:5-7, 13B-16 How many kinds of religions are there? Can God use the ungodly for his purposes? MT 11:25-27 One person can change their corner of their world Letters: (23:07) What's a short history of the rosary? The priest blessed some chalk and had the parishioners bless chalk, is it heresy? Word of the Day: Father (34:39) Callers (43:04) -- Could God even forgive the devil? (48:31) Why is Ruth 1:16-18 used in marriage ceremonies?

Bible Study: (1:47) IS 7:1-9 Why is the Bible real history? MT 11:20-24 What does repent mean? Father Simon discusses the liturgy and entertainment (16:24) Letters: (25:18) Can we wish our Muslim brothers and sisters a happy Eid al-Adha? Father discusses the Roman Scavi tour Do we know where the body of St. Paul is? Why are certain saints before the consecration in the Roman Canon and some after? When does conception begin? Does Judaism allow abortion? Word of the Day: Netherworld (34:23) Callers (37:10) When Jesus said those who lived by the sword, die by the sword, but in Luke 22, he told the apostles to get a sword, explain the dichotomy sword references in the Gospel (43:51) How do we process that when we die and we don't see our loved ones in purgatory/heaven, how would we deal with that (48:45) Question about the Gloria, 'We praise you, we glorify you. We bless you. How do we bless God? (50:21) What is the translation of the mark in Ez 9:4?

Bible Study: (2:07) IS 1:10-17 What were animals used for in ancient world? MT 10:34-11:1 Has Jesus come for the sword? Letters (20:32) How should I refer to my transgendered niece? When does the soul enter the body? Word(s) of the Day: Hosanna & Host (36:03) Callers (39:22) What are your thoughts on donating eggs to clinics for families to have children? (41:31) My co-worker blasphemes God, what should I do? (43:49) Why don't we say, 'Thine is the kingdom' at Mass? (47:33) If a Protestant dies for their faith, do they go to heaven? (48:49) Truth about IVF (50:04) I agree with Fr. Simon about IVF

Bible Study (1:52) HOS 14:2-10 What does it mean to stumble through guilt? MT 10:16-23 Father tells a story about death and his mother Letters (20:39) There are two lists of saints in the Roman Canon I return the host to the church after one of the people I take communion to didn't receive communion, should I have self-communicated? Word of the Day: Bullock & Shrewd/Simple (30:46) Callers (35:44) spirits of the demons that went into the pigs?? Is there anything special about the pig? (39:02) How could I request to try to meet Pope Francis, b/c I've seen other people like Elon Musk meet the Pope? (43:20) Two of my daughters, married in the Church and are now divorced. They remarried in a protestant church. Are they considered altars (50:11) Should I bow to the altar before I do the 1st reading, at my friend's wedding mass?

HOS 11:1-4, 8E-9 (1:45) Who is Ephraim and why is he important? MT 10:7-15 What does 'The Kingdom of Heaven is at hand' mean? Letters (22:13) Fr. Mike writes to Fr. Simon about a priest who would hold the Book of the Gospels who would 'proclaim' the Gospel Will the Catholic Church be standing at the Second Coming of Jesus Word of the Day: Religion (36:35) Callers (39:48) What is Screwtape Letters About? (43:52) Should a priest bring his dog to mass? (47:50) Why didn't the Israelites eat their sacrifices during the Exodus?

HOS 10:1-3, 7-8, 12 (1:49) Father talks about the life of St. Maria Goretti and the power of forgiveness MT 10:1-7 What does a disciple mean? Letters (22:01) Jim writes in about those that don't believe in God and the moral law My pastor doesn't read the Gospel or Eucharistic prayers, he reads them from memory. How much latitude does a priest have? Listener comments on politicians who receive communion despite abortion stance Word of the Day: Forgive (33:46) Callers (35:54) - There seems to be a movement to reinterpret the scriptures. How do we interpret the Scriptures? (39:41) - Why don't we bow at the name of Jesus? (41:58) - Did Jesus know that Judas knew would betray him? (44:35) - What do you think about choir substituting songs for the psalm during mass? (46:25) - Are Jesus and the Father co-equal? (48:44) - How does a priest become a monsignor

HOS 8:4-7, 11-13 Father talks about the state of the US MT 9:32-38 Father talks more about exorcisms Letters Listener writes in about Catholicism for Dummies My brother is gay and thinks Leviticus should be taken out of the Bible Father talks about rabbinical opinion about abortion If someone has been dead for a long time, is it OK to have a set of masses said for them? Judy asks about the way people should dress when they go to Church Word of the Day: Harvest Callers: (38:13) - We need a religious revival! (39:49) - What is Father's take on Speaker Pelosi receiving communion at St. Peter's Basilica? (49:53) - Are the saints alive?

Bible Study: (2:40) Am 8:4-6, 9-12 Father discusses the manifestations of the Holy Spirit Mt 9:9-13 What was a tax farming system? Letters (22:51) Why was John the Baptist the least in the Kingdom of Heaven? Did Jesus drink the fourth cup? When the Pandemic hit I ceased going to the Pentecostal Church and began going to the Catholic Church but am struggling. Word of the Day: Telones (35:15) Callers (37:38) Spiritual direction, about my job situation? My employer is now to starting to pay for travel for out of state abortions. What should I do? (42:16) Can my dog sense evil? (46:34) I need guidance on how to come back to the Church after missing for a year. (48:47) Which songs should I play for my wedding?

Mt 9:1-8 (1:41) Is the covenant with the Jews superseded? Letters (21:30) Father talks about the faithful having a right to good liturgy I'm distressed that certain Jews support abortion rights Does someone need to be in a state of grace to be a lector? Can I pray in my car? I've been married and divorced three times, can I get married again in the Catholic Church? Word of the Day: Orthodox (33:08) Callers (36:30) How could I get my son to forgive me? (43:47) Question about IVF. Responding to what you said, 'If we don't believe in the teaching of the Church, you're not Catholic'. So if you believe in IVF, are you not considered Catholic? (47:42) Caller asks Fr. Simon about a Scott Hahn book, "The Fourth Cup"

Readings (1:43) Acts 3:1-10 Father explains how this reading relates to the Liturgy of the Hours Acts 12:1-11 Father explains the escape from prison Mt 16:13-19 What does it mean to be followers of Christ? Commentary about the Solemnity (19:07) Letters (23:07) Some religious permit abortion, how should we think about that? Has Mary ever appeared to a Protestant? Listener asks for prayers for family member found with drugs Our daughter has all her Catholic sacraments; she wants to marry an atheist outside the Church; what should we do? Word of the Day: Alley (34:19)Callers (38:05) I'm a convert and just started reading the Gospels and is Matthew talks to the Jews, Mark is a book of action, Luke is a book of sophistication and John as a book of conversion (44:31) Caller discusses Our Lady of Zeitoun (47:01) There's a shrine in Lithuania where Mary appeared to children who were not Catholic. (47:51) Was Jesus married?

Father discusses the Church Fathers and St. Irenaeus Am 3:1-8; 4:11-12 (7:33) Father talks about the business of prophecy Letters (20:29) Rosary group is getting political; what should I do? What's Father's take on the Extraordinary Form and the Novus Ordo Word of the Day: Liturgy (32:10)Callers (39:23) My granddaughter is having marriage difficulties, and a Catholic friend of mine says that she's being punished b/c she was married outside the church for 12 years. How do I respond and what do you think of what he said? (43:30) Protestant friend of mine asked why Catholics don't believe in divorce (46:00) Why can't priests get married? (49:44) Why do we fast before mass?

Am 2:6-10, 13-16 Who was Amos? Father Explains Mt 8:18-22 What does 'let the dead bury their dead' mean? Letters How do we know what our deepest desire is? Will the Church change it's teaching on marriage? Word of the Day: Person Phone Calls Can we go to a wedding between a fallen and fallen away protestant and a Jew? What is the proper way to do the anointing of the sick? I attended one that didn't seem right. Why is abortion not considered a heresy?

Fr. Rocky joins at the top of the Hour to talk about the overturning of Roe v. Wade Fr. Simon discusses the Feast of the Sacred Heart Letters Duke asks about Jesus' agony in the garden Would Fr. Simon listen to St. Augustine and St. Thomas talk together? When you baptize someone in an emergency, what liquid would someone use? Word of the Day: Rod Callers Now that roe v Wade is overturned is the Memorare going to still be prayed for an end to abortion in all states? Is the Triune God present in the Eucharist? How can I talk with people who are against this court decision but in favor for animal lives? Can I attend my granddaughters non-Church Wedding?

Lk 1:57-66, 80 Father explains who John the Baptist is and who the Essenes were Word of the Day: Mute Callers What does in persona Christi mean? Which disciples of John became apostles of Jesus? Is communion in the Catholic church the same as Evangelical church? Why was John called the least in heaven by Jesus? Before going on a trip my niece received communion from a neighbor but my niece is not baptized. Was that bad? Is it a sin if you lied to your husband in order to save the marriage? Someone told me Jesus had brothers and sisters. How do I respond to that? How does a priest rise in the ranks?

2 Kgs 22:8-13; 23:1-3 Why does the king tear his garments? Mt 7:15-20 What does it mean to lead the sheep? Letters Anna writes in thanking Father for his teaching about what the Devil knows Bible was found called "Complete Jewish Bible". Listener explains Can you find the biblical passage, "God can not be mocked?" I am an only child and I was raised as a Catholic and my parents converted to Islam when I was in my 20s. Now, they live with me and my children. They requested a Muslim cleric to visit their house once a week. Is that ok? Word of the day: Fruit Callers What do you think about people perceiving God as a Monster in the Old Testament? What does John Paul II mean by 'a new springtime'? How does the eastern European tradition of the Golem as it relates to Adam in the Old Testament?

2 Kgs 19:9b-11, 14-21, 31-35a, 36 Mt 7:6, 12-14 Why do we venerate Scripture? Letters Does God love Satan? Why doesn't Barnabas get a feast day? He only has a memorial on the Church calendar Jacob asks if the souls in purgatory are with us at mass Word of the Day: Law and Prophets Callers Is there a direction you need to look when you pray? How do you pronounce the words of the first readings for this Sunday? I am a lector this week. What are your thoughts on Matt 25: Is it meant for our generation or previous generations? Do you need to audibly pray a prayer to bind Satan? My wife and I got married in the court because of COVID. My wife wants to be Catholic and I AM Catholic. Are we living in sin?

2 Kgs 17:5-8, 13-15a, 18 What's the ultimate criteria for atheists? And, what's the universe without life? Letters At the Last Supper, was there transubstantiation? For those who have died, has Jesus already judged them? A young man is thinking of joining the Carthusians One of my friends asks for the intercession of deceased non-Catholics, is this OK? Why did the Lord mark certain foods clean and others unclean? Word of the Day: Judged Callers I'm looking for an overview on Christian Anthropology and where to find a good resource Father suggests: https://www.amazon.com/Theology-Human-Divine-Parish-Resources/dp/0819873942 At Sunday Mass our priest said that Jesus fed 5,000 but other people probably had food that they were sharing as well. What do you think? How did Mary tell her friends about her pregnancy? Revelation 12:6 | Can you help me interpret this?

2 Kgs 11:1-4, 9-18, 20 What's the big deal with syncretism? Mt 6:19-23 Why is money an important thing?  Letters In the light of the Gospel, how will married couples relate to each other in heaven?  Listener writes in about how many days Jesus spent in the tomb 2 Tim3:7--does this apply to abortion?  Can you change godparents?   Did the Magisterium mishandle the Pentecostal movement?  Word of the Day: Pillar  Callers  My barber is Jewish and she has her shop on Saturday.  Would it would be a bad thing for me to go to her shop on Saturday? What are the Chronicles referred to in Kings? What the rules are for fasting on Fridays?  And also if somebody is on medicine? is it okay to store a relic in the tabernacle, with the Holy Eucharist? When we do confession, it starts w/ 'bless me'  However a priest said it should be 'forgive me'. What's correct? 

Mt 6:7-15 Father talks about the importance of Fatherhood and breaks down the Our Father Letters Why didn't the Sadducees believe in angels? Why is it OK to scatter relics of the saints? Why did Jesus say "God makes the sun rise on the bad and good alike."? Gen 1 and the Trinity--why don't the Jews believe in the Trinity? Jews say Jesus didn't fulfill the prophecy of 3 days and three nights--how do we respond? Word of the Day: Trespasses Callers: Mass on Sunday: is it a mortal sin to miss mass? Is it ever justified to do an abortion, when if there's no abortion, mother will die? Is it a superstitious to continue to ask prayers for certain things; sometimes it enters my head that there's some type of superstition? Our Father Prayer 'For thine is the kingdom....', why do we say it during mass, but why not like during the rosary

2 Kgs 2:1, 6-14 How strong is the power of prophecy?  Mt 6:1-6, 16-18 Should we pray publicly?  Letters Can Father chant the Ketchup bottle again?  I've been to parishes where a layperson organizes confession; they have an MC with a clipboard too. Why?  Word of the Day: Sons of the Prophets  Callers  Comment on Lines for confession:  At my church, we have a person who greets you at confession line and directs us to where we go.  How do I ask my priest that I want to kneel down for communion? Why were Moses and Elijah with Jesus during the Transfiguration? What is the origin and planning of the Liturgical Years and why is it done the way it is? Why the Canticle of Zechariah is in the Daily Magnificat?  

1 Kgs 21:17-29 When we do evil, we get evil Mt 5:43-48 How do I love my enemies? Letters I've accumulated many Catholic items and I don't want to let them go; what should I do with them? Kathleen thanks Father for playing 'Back in the Saddle Again.' Father Simon talks about the importance of good liturgy  Word of the Day: Tax Collectors Callers How to answer friends who asking me to go to their Same-Sex wedding? What should we call 'a lot of miracles'? 'Behold your son, and behold your mother'  Does this refer to the fact about Mary being widow and possibly being stoned? 'People of Goodwill'  Doesn't everybody think they're a people of Goodwill?

1 Kgs 21:1-16 What's the sin of Jezebel? Father warns against using religion for one's personal gain Word of the day: Scoundrel Callers Can Father explain the Ascension? Is it okay to do a Eucharistic service without a priest or deacon?  When did baptisms start for 'regular' people?   What are Father's thoughts about replacement theory?  If you have holy water in a bottle, and pour it another bucket of water, does that other bucket become holy?

1 Kgs 19:9a, 11-16 What are boundary stones? And why aren’t we better than our ancestors? Letters Should we evangelize the Amish?  What is the Catholic teaching on the perfect government?  Mary comments on St. Paul's preaching and why his sermon 'bombed.'  Letter about the devil hating Latin Bob writes about Fulton sheen and a young Chinese woman 'Little Li' Mary Ellen- there is a theory that St. Paul made prayer shawls (Talit)  Word of the Day: Unlawful  

1 Kgs 18:41-46 Father tell us who Elijah is like?  Mt 5:20-26 What is real righteousness?  Letters How can we teach Floridians to dress more appropriately for mass?  Can we change the term 'un-born' children to 'un-delivered' children? A reader asks about the future in heaven--can God reveal the unseen world to us?  In Ezekiel when it says "I saw water flowing from the Temple," from which direction was it flowing?  What did they call the Church in the early centuries of Christianity?  Why aren't we more clear about fasting on Fridays?  When should the priest make announcements at Church?  I work overnight--can I say the morning offering later in the day when I wake up?  Kelly asks about marijuana and alcohol Word of the Day: Raqa

1 Kgs18:20-39   What's the religious context of 1 Kgs?  Word of the Day: Fulfill Letters: What did Joseph feel when he found out Mary was pregnant? Did he go with Mary to visit Elizabeth?  Is there a good children's Bible I could use?  David from San Antonio writes about a time when an Extraordinary Minister 'consecrated' the host while simulating the mass. Was this wrong?  What is the difference between the archangels and regular saints?  Jenny from AZ sends in a joke Frank in LA sends in a question about the census of Quirinius

1 Kgs 17:7-16 Who was Jezebel and why was she significant?  Mt 5:13-16 How does salt really lose its taste?  Letters Where were Mary, Martha, and Lazarus when Jesus was crucified?  Listener: woman should be encouraged to have children, not persuaded to have an abortion Isn't an argument for abortion, "it would be better that this person hadn't been born?" Listener gives a comment about leadership in animals I couldn't make The Walk to Mary, so I walked 13 miles to my mother's house  Father talks about the reasons for marriage I received rosaries and coins in the mail, what should I do with them?  Jim writes in about the woman who poured nard on Jesus' feet? My daughter's religion teacher said "in the quest for wisdom, off topic is on topic." One of my fellow teachers said she's dating a woman. What should I do?  Sometimes when I pray, I feel a presence--what is that?  Listener writes in about near death experiences Can I bless or consecrate the family home on my own or do I need a priest?  When my mother was three months pregnant, her water broke, 30 years later, I am here. Abortion was never on the table. I wear a necklace with a precious feet charm, my boss asked me to remove it. Father Comments  Word of the Day: Zarephath

Gn 3:9-15, 20 What is the enmity that is put between the woman and the man? Letters Steve asks about Peter being the Vicar of Christ, Revelation, and Jerusalem, "the great city" What does it mean, "to carry all mankind on one's shoulders?" in reference to the Divine Mercy Chaplet? Pamala has a prayer for priests to share In the holy land, people avoid the heat of the day, would it have been unusual for Nicodemus to visit Jesus in the night? What is a victim soul? Should Father get extra computer screens? Is it morally OK to parachute out of an airplane? Word of the Day: Cosmos

First Reading: Acts 25:13b-21 Father talks about what it meant for Paul to be a Roman Citizen, and how Paul was able to escape torture and death on several occasions. Letters Father answers emails - Catholics can use Pain killers! Word of the Day Agape Callers Mercedes - What does it mean when you hear the words, 'farewell discourse'? Gwen - Question about 1st Fridays.  Supposed to go to nine first Fridays, but also go to confession?  Go to confession that day, or what's the requirement for that? Debra - Question of Root word of Reconciliation, and root word 'Celia’ Could you clarify? Laura -Receiving communion, but not married in the Catholic Church.  This is my situation.  Could you help me?

Acts 22:30; 23:6-11 Father explains the founding story of our civilization Callers Advice for best scripture for friend as friend does wicca and witchcraft? What are Father's thoughts on comparing the glorified bodies of Jesus and Mary?  Has God ever done something twice on a holy day?  Since we believe that cremation is okay, but not scattering the ashes, why are relics okay and spreading them all over the world? Pope Francis said 'guarding dead traditions is dangerous for the life of the Church'  What does Fr. Simon think of that statement? Word of the Day: Scribe

Acts 20:28-38 What is the council of elders?  Letters What should Catholics do if they think abortion is bad for Catholics but ok for non-Catholics. What should I do?  Listener ponders if St. Paul had a pork chop after lifting the restrictions on pork? How do songs get approved for liturgical use?  How do we protect ourselves from evil spirits?  Are there resources for children about Catholic Social Teaching?  https://www.usccb.org/resources/themes-catholic-social-teaching https://www.usccb.org/beliefs-and-teachings/what-we-believe/catholic-social-teaching/upload/catholic-social-teaching-handout-for-children-digital.pdf Word of the Day: Consecrated Callers  On the person who wasn't receiving communion at mass because of COVID.  Could that person just receive the Precious Blood?  My Aunt belongs to a Protestant Church that says they're 'all inclusive'.  What does 'all inclusive' mean?