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Bible Study (2:04) 1 Cor 11:17-26, 33 Father's take on the Lord's Supper in the early Church Lk 7:1-10 Why is the Centurion's humility significant? Sunday's Gospel: Father gives his take's on the Gospel yesterday Letters (26:12) How much should Catholics do about the environment? What happens after a priest retires? Word of the Day: Wrath (41:11) Callers (43:42) - I belong to a civic org, but some of their positions are contrary to the Church. Should I continue staying or should I leave? (46:01) - Why did Jesus choose to ascend to heaven instead of just vanishing? (48:45) - When did the disciples become apostles?

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 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

Bible Study (1:57) Phil 2:6-11 Why is obedience so important? Letters (19:31) Don writes in about applauding in Church What is the difference between cultural traditions in mass and syncretism? Father talks about the dangers of population decline Word of the Day: Valid Baptisms (35:36)

Bible Study: (2:03) 1 Cor 12:12-14, 27-31a When was the last time you heard the voice of God? Letters (20:32) Listener shares story of Baptism in the Holy Spirit Listener shares story of birth of her son Caller shares story of Holy Communion Word of the Day: Deacon (33:41) Callers (37:42) - Why do Catholics bow down to Mary, when it clearly says you shouldn't bow down to idols? (41:02) - Comment on topic of family and poverty. Thank you (44:05) - How can we know what charisms we have? (49:38) - Callers talks about his family

Bible Study (2:04) 1 Cor 11:17-26, 33 Father's take on the Lord's Supper in the early Church Lk 7:1-10 Why is the Centurion's humility significant? Sunday's Gospel: Father gives his take's on the Gospel yesterday Letters (26:12) How much should Catholics do about the environment? What happens after a priest retires? Word of the Day: Wrath (41:11) Callers (43:42) - I belong to a civic org, but some of their positions are contrary to the Church. Should I continue staying or should I leave? (46:01) - Why did Jesus choose to ascend to heaven instead of just vanishing? (48:45) - When did the disciples become apostles?

Readings LK 6:39-42 Jesus has a sense of humor which comes through in this reading today. 1 COR 9:16-19, 22B-27 People questioned Paul's right or even obligation to preach the Gospel, since he wasn't one of the original Apostles. Emails Karen - Is it okay to get the covid vaccine and other letters Word of the Day Liberal Calls Patricia - I have an elderly father who has dementia and is not Christian. Can I baptize him and when would it be appropriate? Jerry -How do I respond to an Episcopal priest and friend who said that the question of abortion is 'complicated.' Up to the individual.

Readings Rom 8:28-30 Agape sacrificial love is not a feeling, but is found in what we do. Father explains the difference between destiny and fate. Mt 1:1-16, 18 (8:56) Father Explains the significance of the names in the bible. (17:01) Why we have become a sexualized society Letters (29:53) Father Answers letters from listeners Word of the Day (37:10) Ephratah (Bethlehem) Calls Anne - Mary's parents and what is their lineage? Steve -Question about genealogy. Difference b/w 'begotten' and 'made' Joe - Joe the Scientist., he hit the ball on what he said about marriage and family, and he really nailed it. Rose - I went to a store and they had a product called 'Immaculate Consumption' . I was offended. Sadly, some friends didn't mine. Also, I talked to the diocese, and they said they didn't want to really do anything, b/c they didn't want to bring attn to it. What do you think Father? Anthony - The roots of the current situation about contraception. I think the roots are contraception and divorce. What do you think Father? Eric - What is the status of the Church in China and I've heard the arrangement b/w the Vatican and China is secret. Could you comment?

Readings Lk 6:12-19 - If Jesus spent a night in prayer before choosing the 12 Apostles, we should always be praying with how less holy we are than Jesus. Father talks about the difference in the different Apostles. 1 Cor 6:1-11- Father Simon breaks down Paul's words and gets into some topics that are best kept away from little ears. God calls us to imitate him Emails Father Answers Emails about God being love and closely related with Sacrifice, Word of the Day Fauria Calls Margaret - Why doesn't priests talk about homosexuality, especially today, in regards to this first reading? It's not discussed. They're afraid to offend? Kathleen - I would like to know the diff b/w a covenant of grace and a covenant of work?

Bible Study: (3:58) 1 COR 4:1-5 Is St. Paul the head butler? LK 5:33-39 What is a wineskin? Letters: (22:10) Could Mary have said no to the angel Gabriel? Do you need to process in with the cross? Word of the Day: Servant (31:32) Callers (34:42) - Can God cause anyone to sin? (39:47) - The Crock-Pot was made by a Jewish man so he could make Cholent (41:16) - Are Jews today the same Jews back in Jesus' time? (49:41) - Should I get a new Godfather for my child now that I'm a strong Catholic?

Bible Study: (2:13) 1 Cor 3:18-23 Church Politics! Lk 5:1-11 What does God want? Letters (21:14) When can a priest deny someone absolution? Did Our Lady receive Holy Communion? Listener has difficulty with her friend's Bible Study Word of the Day: Deceive Callers (35:55) - What do you think of Pentecostalism? (38:53) - How was it possible for sin to multiply if God created everything? (40:45) - Can the devil read your mind? (42:32) - Thank you for all your advice! I've been listening to you for a long time! (44:52) - Latin translation help

Bible Study: (1:52) 1 COR 3:1-9 Father discusses the ministry of Paul and Apollos LK 4:38-44 What does it mean that St. Paul's mother-in-law 'deaconed'? Letters (24:36) Two books for studying the Bible (The Great Adventure) (Catholic Introduction to the Old Testament) (Navarre Study Bible) Why did Jesus 'rebuke' the fever in today's reading? Listener says her parish charges for sacramental prep Word of the Day: Cholent Callers (41:04) How did John the Baptist not know that Jesus was the Messiah when he sent him a letter? (45:17) Sister Mary Lucy was kind to my family too!

Bible Study: (3:48) 1 COR 2:10B-16 What does it mean that the spirit scrutinizes everything? LK 4:31-37 What is the devil content with? Letters (24:33) What does Christian revenge look like? Why did the Church change its teaching on the death penalty? Can I join a convent in my 70s? Word of the Day: Thy (35:39) Callers (40:47) - How late can I be to church before I can't receive Communion? (44:46) - If you were never married in the church could you receive last rights. AND if you are Gay can you still receive Last Rights? (50:00) - What does the Church teach about dreams?

Bible Study: (1:50) 1 Cor 2:1-5 What happens when you consider yourself above the law? Letters (18:45) Joanne asks what episcopal means? When did Christians stop commemorating Passover? Is liking a post about an elicit engagement a mortal sin? Word of the Day: Invited (34:38) Callers (39:22) - what happened to the head of J-Bap? (41:46) - Can a mass be said for more than one person at a time? (46:02) - How can I help someone learn about Catholicism? (47:43) - To what degree can we as laity correct clergy?

Bible Study: (2:02) 1 COR 1:17-25 Father talks about the importance of Mass as a sacrifice MT 25:1-13 Father explains Jewish wedding customs Letters (22:44) Father revisits a letter about a Sunday wedding I once had a co-worker who moved in together with her boyfriend who didn't eat meat on a Friday during Lent. The surrender novena Word of the Day: Witness (36:11) Callers: (38:18) - Luke 1: 43, is Mary already considered the Mother of the Lord? (40:08) - Granddaughter's non-Catholic wedding; she's not Catholic at all, and never been baptized and I went to her wedding. Her fiancé was Catholic, was baptized, I don't know he was confirmed. (45:56) - My kids go to a Catholic College out of state. I went with them to the college's mass and the president was officiating mass. He distributed communion inappropriately; should I talk to him? (49:44) - Are gnats kosher?

Bible Study: (1:49) 1 COR 1:1-9 If we found another sermon of Jesus, would we add it to the Bible? MT 24:42-51 Who is the faithful and prudent servant? Letters (23:16) When did evil first happen? Are female ushers OK? Word of the Day: Simony part 2 (33:54) Callers: (39:43) - Zechariah 2:14-17 - why doesn't my Catholic Bible have these verses, but then when I looked online it's there? (43:28) - Can a couple that wasn't married in the Catholic Church have that baby be baptized as a Catholic. (49:46) - Was Judas Iscariot an apostle?

Bible Study: (1:57) Rv 21:9b-14 What does Apocalypse mean? Jn 1:45-51 What does the word Nazareth mean? Letters (21:34) Where there always three persons in one God? What does it mean that Jesus is the Son of Man? Word of the Day: Simony (30:26) Callers (35:49) - The number 3-3-3 given to Jesus and the number 6-6-6 given to Satan. How did those come about? (39:26) - If the Church believes that there will be a 1,000 year reign on earth, when Jesus comes back? (43:31) - 'Do it in remembrance of me?' regarding the Eucharist, what does that mean? (46:17) - Was this just a punishment for Jesus, when he was scourged, carrying and nailed or did the others go through this too? (49:47) - Where could I find in the Bible, the existence of purgatory?

Bible Study: (2:05) 2 THES 2:1-3A, 14-17 Father gives a grammatical and biblical lesson MT 23:23-26 Is Jesus telling jokes in today's Gospel? Letters (20:56) One of my friend uses the phrase 'I swear to God' what should I do? I got a vasectomy, do I need to get it reversed? What did arisen mean in Lk 13:22-30? Does it refer to the resurrection? Word of the Day: Tradition (29:04) Callers (33:22) - Am I saved through the Catholic Church? I no longer go to the Catholic Church, does that mean I'm no longer saved. (40:10) - Is it possible for a non-believer to distribute communion? (44:53) - St. Bartholomew and Nathaniel and the diff b/w them? (47:38) - If I'm not receiving the holy eucharist, do I not go to heaven?

Bible Study: (1:59) 2 Thes 1:1-5, 11-12 Why should we include 2 Thes. in the Biblical canon? Mt 23:13-22 What was Gehenna? Letters (19:46) The scripture doesn't mention if the disciples needed Baptism I heard the Trinity as Creator, Redeemer, and Sanctifier. This isn't Catholic! Is it OK for Catholics to practice Yoga? Can I get married on a Sunday? Do you need to carry the cross into mass? Word of the Day: Queen (31:25) Callers: (33:57) - I don't think the Trinity is Biblical (36:38) - Did Mary flee into the desert? (40:53) - What's the difference between Jew and Hebrew? (44:36) - I listened to mass on Relevant Radio and then parked and entered mass as communion was being given at Marytown. Was it okay to take communion? (46:28) - How they get church bells to play certain keys, like in Notre Dame? (48:41) - How were the Jews released from Babylon?

Bible Study: (1:26) EZ 36:23-28 What is the justice of God? MT 22:1-14 More kingdom conversation?? Letters (15:26) Did God feel pain when Jesus was crucified? Was there a group that didn't go to the temple b/c it was corrupted What did the Resurrection do? Word of the day: Baptism (32:05) Callers (39:45) - A callers shares an analogy of purgatory (43:26) - What is meant by the word 'discourse' like Last Supper Discourse? (45:32) - Soul is not immortal a Jehovah witness said to me. What do you think?

Bible Study: (1:28) EZ 34:1-11 Father muses about episcopacy and banquets MT 20:1-16 Father talks more about the kingdom of heaven! Letters: (13:52) Is there mention of the Holy Spirit in the OT? Father answers a question about Ezekiel Are all of the sins of the Ten Commandments mortal sins? Word of the Day: IHS (26:59)Callers (29:56) - There's a Saturday 3:30pm mass. Could that count for Sunday? (31:19) - Is the day of rest changed from Saturday to Sunday? (39:45) - Catechism 441-445. Question about 'Son of God' and 'son of God' and the capitalizations? (44:09) - What is the importance of the relationship b/w Joseph & Mary? (47:20) - Italian priest celebrated mass in ocean; was that sacrilegious?

Bible Study: (1:30) EZ 28:1-10 Father gives some historical background on the first reading MT 19:23-30 What's the emblem of our prosperity? Letters: (12:49) Listener asks a question about the temple tax Can I go to Saturday mass for Sunday? Where does it say in the Bible that we should pray to Mary? John asks about the Grand Inquisitor scene in the Brothers Karamazov Word of the Day: Camel (32:04) Callers (39:36) - If somebody refuses to be baptized, is there a chance they could still go to heaven? (45:41) - Does prayer in other religions works?

Bible Study: (1:02) RV 11:19A; 12:1-6A, 10AB Father discusses the connection between today's feast and Revelation 1 COR 15:20-27 Do we have universal salvation? LK 1:39-56 Mary offers her prayer of thanksgiving Letters: (15:06) Fr. Mike writes in to Fr. Simon about the Bible in a Year program A listener writes in about becoming an oblate Story about inviting a Mormon in for food Is the Pope updating the teaching on contraception? Listener asks about the Cross being the Kingdom What is the best way to read the Bible? A caller asks about the Matthean exception for marriage Do I have to go to Mass if I'm going on a trip in a remote area? Word of the Day: Assumption (32:47) Callers (39:11) - Could you explain the 28 Holy Stairs Devotion? (41:17) - Could I go to a wedding of a non-practicing Catholic in a secular setting? (46:13) - I just love Fr. Simon and appreciate him and I'm a contributor

Bible Study (2:39) EZ 16:1-15, 60, 63 the perils of vanity and where our treasure lies MT 19:3-12 The exclusivity of marriage Letters (23:39) what does it mean to 'cast your pearls before swine?' What does 'seek his kingdom' and these things will be added to you? Word of the Day: Eunuch (34:35) Callers (42:02) - How do I interpret my dreams? (46:52) - How does he explain the fact that Jesus believed in a theocracy?

EZ 12:1-12 Prophets are weird! MT 18:21–19:1 Sin and slavery Letters: A Jewish Catholic writes in to Fr. Simon thanking him Do our kids have to be named for saints? Listener got out of a long term relationship without a lot of money What's new in the New Testament? Are Jews theologically different from Catholics? Word of the Day: Fanatics Callers (39:50) - Did Jesus ever have a bar mitzvah? (43:40) - What is the role of the Charismatic Catholics? (48:24) - 2 Thessalonians 2:13 People are 'chosen' as first fruits; Could you explain?

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?