Father Simon Says

Daily Bible Study-Fr. Simon talks about how Abram’s sin is affecting us today. Also the significance of Abram becoming Abraham and Sarai becoming Sarah. Fr. Simon compares this to how others change their names. The age of Abraham and Sarah, may have not been 99 and 90, but still past the age of child bearing. Fr. Simon shares a dream that he had where he was a bishop, and that he woke up feeling glad that it was just a dream. Also, he shares that the priesthood is broken. Fr. Simon answers letters about the 12 year prayer of St. Bridget, offering up our suffering, the use of words Word of the Day-Clean Caller Question-About Bible Translations? Caller Question-Do we need to pray the Chaplet at 3pm, could we do it at another time?

Daily Bible Study-Fr. Simon talks about the significance of St. John the Baptist. He also talks about repentance and infant baptism. Fr. Simon explains that there are still some who believe St. John the Baptist is the Messiah. Fr. Simon answers letters about “slain in the spirit”, a hilarious giver, the New Testament, demons, an image of Christ Word of the Day-Zechariah Caller Question-About the words “Clement” and “Helper” Caller Question-About Psalm 139 and “fearfully made” Caller Question-Did Mother Mary accompany Jesus during his teaching?

Daily Bible Study-Fr. Simon talks about justification and also conforming to the image of God. He also talks about the Pharisees Fr. Simon answers letters about St. Michael as a “Saint” or “Angel”, infallibility, Papal encyclicals Word of the Day-Born Again Caller Question-Confused about Faith and Works Caller Question-Why did Norway become Protestant?

Daily Bible Study-Fr. Simon talks about how the scriptures are history that looks to meaning and also talks about cancel culture. Also how pearls are related to The Eucharist, from today’s Gospel. Also talks about what the dogs are like in today’s Gospel. Fr. Simon answers letters about Easter and Suffering, calling priests “Father”, Jesus in the boat, Purifying and Sanctifying oneself, permissive will Word of the Day-Trinity Caller Question-Conflict with my pastor who doesn’t want to come to council meetings, faith formation programs, and other things at Church Caller Question-Teaching on the Church on Burials?

Daily Bible Study-Fr. Simon talks about history in the Book of Genesis, the name of God, and family genealogy. He also talks about Abram and what a terebinth is. Fr. Simon answers letters about Paul and the Crucifixion Word of the Day-Judging Caller Question-Question about a verse from St. Paul about being a slave Caller Question-About Job 38: 4-7 Caller Question-About confession and venial sins Caller Question-About being born again

Daily Bible Study-Fr. Simon talks about the scholarship of the New Testament origins. Fr. Simon talks about Paul’s hardships that he went through. Fr. Simon also talks about the value of time as related to today’s Gospel. Fr. Simon answers letters about Good Friday and Easter, Treasures, Confession Word of the Day-We praise you, we bless you, we adore you, we glorify you, Caller Question-About Charismatic Conferences and being slain in the Spirit Caller Question-About the Trinity and the use of the word person Caller Question-What does Rubbish mean in Philippians 3:8

Daily Bible Study-Fr. Simon talks about St. Paul defending his Apostleship. Fr. Simon breaks down the Our Father from today’s Gospel Fr. Simon answers letters about “full of grace” Word of the Day-Forgive Caller Question-Could you explain Jesus being 100% man and 100% God Caller Question-Church’s teaching on Salvation outside the Church? Caller Question-About taking care of my mom who wants to die now? Caller Question-About a Spiritual Bouquet? Caller Question-Why bells are important at mass?

Daily Bible Study-Fr. Simon talks about welfare and philanthropy in today’s first reading and also about being a cheerful giver. He also talks about the trumpets in today’s Gospel Fr. Simon answers letters about fear, suicide, wisdom, Word of the Day-Hypocrite Caller Question-Where is the book of Sirach? Caller Question-About the Word “Amen”

Daily Bible Study-Fr. Simon talks about the first reading how Corinthians is a little difficult to understand, as we’re listening to 2nd half of a conversation and gives context to the Corinthians. Also how Paul is accused of not being an apostle and that he’s not collecting money for himself. Fr. Simon talks about the Gospel mentioning “love your enemy” and we need to will their good. Fr. Simon answers letters about putting a dog to sleep, confessions in other denominations, a priest who doesn’t offer forgiveness in confession, Word of the Day-As Caller Question-When did the Church start calling people saints? Caller Question-Could I refer to myself as a “fulfilled Jew”? Caller Question-How to convince friends that reincarnation doesn’t exist Caller Question-How old was Ishmael?

Daily Bible Study-Fr. Simon talks about the first reading from 2 Corinthians about repentance, Paul’s sufferings. Fr. Simon talks about how Jesus is bringing us back to the garden when he says turn your other cheek. Fr. Simon answers letters about the Mosaic Law, the Apostles as poor ignorant men, difference b/w Basilica and Cathedral, tribes of Israel Word of the Day-Tunic Caller Question-Can the Souls in purgatory pray for us? Caller Question-About forgiving others and praying for them? Caller Question-What did Jesus say in the Temple during the three days he was lost? Caller Question-Bringing good out of everything, even the evil of abortion?

Daily Bible Study-Fr. Simon talks about today’s Gospel as Jesus is taken down from the Cross. He talks about “What is Your Heart” Fr. Simon answers letters about 1 Corinthians 10:13, calling out to God, Marriage in Eastern and Western Church, Word of the Day-Yoke Caller Question-Kid asks how to stand up for his pro-life views? Caller Question-Christ in every sacrament in Eastern rite?

Daily Bible Study-Fr. Simon talks about the veil from today’s first reading and how it relates to Jesus. In the Gospel, Fr. Simon talks about righteousness, grace and the refusal to forgive. Fr. Simon answers letters about thanksgiving from Cancer, “Unbound” and Neal Lozano and Deliverance, God giving you more than you could handle Word of the Day-Kiss Caller Question-About Unbound Caller Question-God giving you more than you could handle Caller Question-About Confession Caller Question-Burying St. Joseph State to sell your house Caller Question-About Psalm 85:13

Daily Bible Study-Fr. Simon talks about the word Apostle and why Paul is writing to the Corinthians, saying he’s the real thing. He talks about the Breath of God and the law, including its 613 laws. Fr. Simon discusses fulfilling the law in light of today’s Gospel. Fr. Simon answers letters about the Torah and the Mishnah, Confession Word of the Day-Confidence Caller Question-About evolution and Creationsm Caller Question-About the Shroud of Turin and Veronica’s Veil Caller Question-About Psalm 46:10

Daily Bible Study-Fr. Simon talks about glory and truth, and how we’re not following the 613 laws and commandments anymore. Also, how we’re sealed with the Holy Spirit now. Fr. Simon also talks about the Salt of the Earth and the significance of Salt. Fr. Simon answers letters about Euthanasia, Our Lady of Guadalupe, Our Father Word of the Day-Face Caller Question-Who is Melchizedek? Caller Question-Did St. Joseph go visit Elizabeth with Mary?

Daily Bible Study – Fr. Simon talks about the second letter of St. Paul to the Corinthians. St. Paul talks about suffering and how our sufferings can be united to Christ and his sufferings on the Cross. Fr. Simon talks about the gospel of St. Matthew 5:1-12; the constitution of heaven. Jesus talks about His royalty and the Eight Beatitudes. Fr. Simon answers a letter from a listener who asks about the book of the covenant referenced in the book of Exodus. Father answers a letter from a listener on the concept of inihilationism and what the Church teaches about this heresy. Father answers a letter from a listener who’s son married a Jewish girl and is wondering if it is a valid marriage in the eyes of the Church. Father answers a letter from a listener who asks if Jewish people are obligated to believe in the afterlife. father answers a letter of what make a valid Baptism Word of the Day – Persecute Caller Question – Tells a story about being specific when we pray. Caller Question – Question about the use of the word witchcraft in the Bible. Caller Question – St Paul becoming an apostle, could the same be said about St Luke. Dear and glorious physician. Caller Question – St Paul becoming an apostle, could the same be said about St Luke. Dear and glorious physician. Caller Question – What are the origins of the Chaplet of the Divine Mercy

Daily Bible Study – Fr. Simon talks about the Book of Tobit, when the Archangel Raphael reveals himself as an angel of God. Fr. Simon talks about – the Bible and the importance of participating in bible studies. Fr. Simon answers a letter from a listener who wants to pray the Divine Mercy Chaplet but is curious how they as lay person can offer up the Body and Blood, Soul and Divinity of Jesus Christ, to the Father. Father answers a letter from a listener who wants to know if she can attend her brothers wedding who is converting to be Greek Orthodox. Father answers a letter from a listener: Can we refer to the Holy Spirit as Lord? Word of the Day- Disciple Caller Question- Why would the Lord allow the Egyptians to cross the sea before killing them? Caller Question- What do I do with books I don’t want? Caller Question- How were the fallen angels tested by God and why did they fail? Caller Question- What do they do with the Paschal Candle at the end of the year?

Daily Bible Study-Fr. Simon talks about the Book of Tobit, marriage of Tobiah and Sarah, and the Great Commandment from the Gospel of Mark Fr. Simon goes on a tirade on the Bible and translations Fr. Simon answers letters about naming children in the Bible and about the psalms, about someone changing their gender Word of the Day- Soul/Mind Caller Question-How do discern if God is speaking to you or you’re hearing your own voice Caller Question-About Euthanasia as her grown children think it’s okay to kill old people if they’re in pain Caller Question-Why are there no Old Testament Saints? Caller Question-About knowing each other in heaven

Daily Bible Study-Fr. Simon talks about Tobit, God testing us, the demon Asmodeous who’s trying to end marriage; Also talks about the Gospel and life after death, Fr. Simon answers letters about the King James Bible and the Word of God, Kabbalah and Jewish Mysticism, Word of the Day- Saddducee Caller Question-Who killed Christ? Does the Talmud talk negatively of Jesus? Caller Question-Difference between Apostles Creed and Nicene Creed and mention of hell?  

Daily Bible Study-Fr. Simon talks about the beginnings of the Book of Tobit and the Pharisees and Herodians in today’s Gospel. Fr. Simon answers letters about Pentecost, suicide, figs, prayer of “rest in peace” Word of the Day- Church Caller Question-About “Baptism in the Holy Spirit” and the Charismatic Renewal Caller Question-Which Disciple was beheaded? Caller Question-About confession

Fr. Simon discusses the readings from Sirach and Mark Fr looks at the beauty of the temple Jesus curses the fig tree and cleanses the temple Word of the Day: Grievance Letters: Q on Pentecost Observances Q on Montanism Baptism by immersion Is Catholicism for or against acupuncture? Callers: Linda’s friend committed suicide and is concerned for their soul Loretta: are psychoactive drugs in the Bible? Evon: the world needs the Mass more than the sun?

Daily Bible Study-Fr. Simon talks about Bartimaeus’ story in the Gospels Fr. Simon answers letters about forgiveness, authority, grief Word of the Day- Sacrifice Caller Question-Was male genetic material used in conception of Jesus? Caller Question-Generational Healing in light of San Jose shooting?

Daily Bible Study-Fr. Simon talks about the Book of Sirach and its significance. He talks about the Gospel where James and John are asking to be at the right hand of God. Fr. Simon also discusses Baptism. Fr. Simon answers letters about Tobit and the Angels, about what Bible to use, Didache, Consecration Word of the Day- Ecclesia Caller Question-Why don’t priests tell their conversion stories Caller Question-Is it possible that I saw the ghost of my dad? Caller Question-About the soldier who said, “Truly is the Son of God?” Caller Question-Do you approve the “Action Bible?”

Daily Bible Study-Fr. Simon talks about the word of God and its authority and why certain books are in the Bible. Also about observing the commandments in Sirach. He talks about the Gospel Fr. Simon answers letters about Democratic Socialism, the Devil and Fear, St. Michael prayer, wife missing mass due to work in hospital. intelligent life in space, following the Devil, the word Catholic Word of the Day- Covenant Caller Question-Color of the robe when Jesus was crowned w/thorns ? Caller Question-About adoration and spending an hour with the Lord  

Daily Bible Study-Fr. Simon talks about the beginnings of Original Sin and how Mary is the Mother of the Church Fr. Simon answers letters about the Hail Mary and the Orthodox, a family argument, The pillars, getting a 2nd chance in life, Word of the Day- Life Caller Question-About the Presentation of the Lord Caller Question-About relationship with my father Caller Question-Son is going to use IVF and advice?

Daily Bible Study-Fr. Simon talks about the Temple and Paul meets Festus who talks about Paul to King Agrippa and Bernice. He also talks about the Gospel and sacrificial love with Peter. Fr. Simon answers letters about the Russian-Greek Orthodoxy, Civil War, Accepting Christ but being Jewish, Word of the Day- Until Caller Question-Is there religion in heaven? Also to help answer the question, here’s the video: The Veil Removed Caller Question-Dates for Easter and Passover? Caller Question-Tips for me being new to the spiritual life Caller Question-About James and John Caller Question-Orthodox say “Holy Mary Mother of God”?

Daily Bible Study-Fr. Simon talks about the Gospel of John and who it was written for. Also talks about how to disagree and telling the truth with love. He discusses Paul and the Sanhedrin and the Sadducees and Pharisees. Fr. Simon answers letters about Holy Day of Obligation on Ascension and following home diocese or diocese where you are, the Civil War and states succeeding, converting to Orthodoxy Word of the Day-Fish Caller Question-Can you get married on an Holy Day of Obligation? Caller Question-Being a last minute Confirmation sponsor? Caller Question-Why is there an INRI on the cross?

Daily Bible Study-Fr. Simon talks about Paul’s speech to bishops in Miletus and what the Presbyterate is during that time. Also, how the Bible is the vocabulary of the Holy Spirit. Fr. Simon answers letters about sin and the Devil Word of the Day-Evil One Caller Question-About the Eucharistic Fast? Caller Question-About Jesus’ Public Ministry?

Daily Bible Study-Fr. Simon talks about the significance of Ephesus and how Paul caused a riot there. He discusses if Paul actually heard the preaching of Jesus. Fr. Simon explains tribalism and its problems Fr. Simon answers letters about predestination and Judas, Mary absorbed in prayer, Ascension on Sunday, Holy Spirit, Relics of St. Francis Word of the Day- Glorified Caller Question-Question about Revelation 2:4 and about the Nicolaitians Caller Question-About playing music in a cemetery? Caller Question-Receiving the Eucharist but marriage not blessed by the Church Caller Question-Can I join a born-again choir? Caller Question-About a friend mislead by the occult?

Daily Bible Study-Fr. Simon talks about how Paul meets disciples and baptizing them in the Holy Spirit. He also talks about disciples of John the Baptist and speaking in tongues. Fr. Simon answers letters about hope, why did Jesus begin his ministry at age 30, Jesus as the shepherd and the lamb, about confession Word of the Day- Courage & Conquest Caller Question-About making Ascension and Pentecost more important? Caller Question-How to get someone to baptize their kids?

Daily Bible Study-Fr. Simon talks about St. Matthias becoming an Apostle and replacing Judas. He talks about the process in choosing St. Matthias, and the Episcopate. Fr. Simon answers letters about Elvis Presley and the Rosary; about scheduling immoral surgeries; hypnosis; sad in heaven if loved ones not there; son having a baby w/surrogate mother and he’s with another man. Fr. also talks about his 46th Priestly Anniversary! Word of the Day- Commandment Caller Question-Why does scripture say 120 “persons” instead 120 “people” Caller Question-Could I go to a wedding of Orthodox people? Caller Question-When could my husband go to Communion? Caller Question-What was the most memorable mass you celebrated? Caller Question-Difference between an Apostle and Disciple?

Daily Bible Study-Fr. Simon talks about why not celebrating the Ascension today (in most of the USA), importance of Sunday, Expulsion of Jews from Corinth and Paul telling the Jews he’s going to the Gentiles Fr. Simon answers letters about confession, Greek Literature and Zeus, Jesus speaking about money, Assemblies of God Word of the Day- Weeping, Mourning, Grieving Caller Question-About “No one has ever seen God”? Caller Question-About the unpronounceable name of God    

Daily Bible Study-Fr. Simon talks about what the Areopagus is, Paul speaking to the Greeks about Jesus’ resurrection, and doesn’t convert many. Fr. Simon answers letters about the natures of Christ, ending the life of a dog Word of the Day-Glorify Caller Question-Why the Book of Enoch is not in the Bible? Caller Question-About Spiritual Communion? Caller Question-About the Good Thief and going to Paradise? Caller Question-Can the souls in purgatory pray for us? Caller Question-Can the devil read our minds?  

Daily Bible Study-Fr. Simon talks about how Paul and Silas were arrested and their escape from jail and how God is love Fr. Simon answers letters about the Church Hierarchy, how he was born a month late, Theophilus and Jesus’ birth Word of the Day-Strangle Caller Question-Question about a feeding tube in hospice care Caller Question-About the Son and the Holy Spirit Caller Question-The mass is Satanic and Cannibalism  

Daily Bible Study-Fr. Simon talks about a lady that asked him about her son wanting to become a woman and also marriage is between a man and a woman. He also talks about the word “love” and it’s connection to sacrifice. Fr. Simon answers letters about evangelism and the saving knowledge, guardian angels personality Word of the Day-Paraclete Caller Question-Before Jesus was born, was there only a Father and the Holy Spirit? Caller Question-What happened to the Last Gospel at the end of Mass Caller Question-Can the Devil become an angel to trick us? Caller Question-How to respond to questions about the Rapture?

Daily Bible Study-Fr. Simon talks about the brethren of the Lord and authority of the Church Fr. Simon answers letters about what “shmooze” means, adoration Word of the Day-Visitation Caller Question-How could God let the Jews suffer in WWII? Caller Question-About my transgender son?

Daily Bible Study-Fr. Simon talks about the Gospel passage regarding Jesus and the vines and how God does his best work in what he takes away Fr. Simon answers letters about Joshua, the High Priest. Fr. Simon talks about genders, Yiddish Word of the Day-Presbyter Caller Question-About the priesthood Caller Question-What are the age of the prophets?

Daily Bible Study-Fr. Simon talks about the Gospel how Jesus is bringing peace and how he’s a humble God. He also talks about hardship. Fr. Simon’s answers letters about covenants, daughter marrying an Atheist, annulments, getting buried on sacred ground, Jesus is son of man, communion, Caller Question-Question about confession and absolution Caller Question-Daughter is very interested in marrying someone who wants to become an Anglican priest? Word of the Day-Leader Caller Question-Getting buried next to my wife at a non-Catholic cemetery Caller Question-Where was Mary during the Resurrection?  

Daily Bible Study-Fr. Simon talks about today’s first reading on how many people saw Jesus after the resurrection. Also, how Paul emphasized the order and hierarchy. Fr. Simon talks about the Gospel how Jesus is the way Fr. Simon’s answers letters about the Book of Revelation, Transgenders Word of the Day-Name Caller Question-Question about Tithing  

Daily Bible Study-Fr. Simon talks about Paul’s testimony in Antioch talking about the crucifixion and resurrection Fr. Simon’s answers letters about Rabbis talking to women, the Holy Eucharist, about living in the present moment Word of the Day-Oracle Caller Question-Responsibility for our sins? Caller Question-What is liceity, as referenced in Catechism 1635? Caller Question-Did Our Lady appear to JPII? Also why was Sts. Francis and Anthony bald on top? Caller Question-Do you need to do a General Confession if you regularly go to confession? Caller Question-Question about remarrying?

Daily Bible Study-Fr. Simon talks about Paul’s travels to Perga and Antioch, and his testimony. Fr. Simon also talks about political correctness. Fr. Simon’s answers letters about the dangers of science, the Church helping the poor, does it matter about how to receive communion and how you dress, donating money at mass Word of the Day-Catholic Caller Question-Could you explain Feast Days? Caller Question-Was Jesus funny? Caller Question-About idolatry to St. Joseph?

Daily Bible Study-Fr. Simon talks talk about the Trinity and God’s existence. He also talks about the 1st reading and Barnabas, Ordination. Fr. Simon gives his thoughts about the Gospel of John, light and darkness Fr. Simon’s answers letters about giving money to charity, Adam and Eve, Levite Priesthood Word of the Day-Knowledge Caller Question-Was Mary Magdalene a Prostitute? Caller Question-About eating with sinners? Caller Question-Is Judas in hell? Caller Question-About fainting in mass?

Daily Bible Study-Fr. Simon talks about the beginning of Paul’s journey and his chronology. He also talks about Antioch and the beginning of the word of Christians. Also about the Greek Culture during the time of Jesus. Fr. Simon’s answers letters about the Holy Fire in Jerusalem, Mary in the Upper Room, Inheritance of the Nations Word of the Day-Chimera Caller Question-About life imprisonment? Caller Question-Question about the race of Adam and Eve and also where did other races come from? Caller Question-Why was Jesus named Jesus? Caller Comment-About the 10 Commandments

Daily Bible Study-Fr. Simon talks about the Gospel and shepherds and the gate and to learn the vocabulary of the Holy Spirit. Also talks about the Gentiles from the 1st reading and the covenant Fr. Simon’s answers letters about extraordinary ministers, ordinary and extraordinary forms of the mass Word of the Day-Pipto & Mister Caller Question-What to do when I pray and pray and nothing’s happening? Caller Question-How to talk to a non-Catholic friend about the Book of Revelation? Caller Question-Should I get an annulment? Caller Question-What to do about things sent in the mail from Catholic organizations that include relics and Catholic items.    

Daily Bible Study-Fr. Simon about how most Americans are not a member of organized religion and looks at the 1st reading about the conversion of Saul Fr. Simon’s answers letters about Jesus and the Jewish Roots of the Eucharist, Orthodoxy, Abortion Word of the Day-Paul Caller Question-About John 6 “I am the Bread of Life?” Caller Question-When the priest consecrates the host, could I repeat the words? Caller Question-What do you think about Eucharistic Ministers?

Daily Bible Study-Fr. Simon talks about the 1st reading as Philip the Deacon meets the Ethiopian Eunuch. Fr. Simon gives a little history of the Ethiopian Church Fr. Simon’s answers letters about Syria in the Gospels and Fascism Word of the Day-Manna Caller Question-About the Greek in “Jesus answered and said to them” Caller Question-Was Judas at the Last Supper? Caller Question-Was there meat at the Last Supper?

Daily Bible Study-Fr. Simon talks about the martyrdom of Stephen, who Saul was at the time, spiritual warfare Fr. Simon’s answers letters about being in the world but not of the world, those who are pro-choice, the spelling of “gnashing” Caller Question-Could we color code Bibles? Caller Comment-About Spiritual Warfare Caller Question-What does the word “Zion” mean? Word of the Day-“Children of Israel” Caller Comment-How Paul worked for a living as a tentmaker Caller Question-About someone and if she could go to confession? Also about Emotional Freedom technique Caller Question-About children being Eucharist Caller Question-About Jesus and the Sacraments

Daily Bible Study-Fr. Simon talks who the elders are, how Bishops came about and their role, God’s mercy, abortion as the central issue of our times Fr. Simon’s answers letters about the cleaning of Jesus’ body after he died, sins and baptism, soap dispensers in place of holy water Word of the Day-Nashing Caller Question-About going to confession and not being in a sacramental marriage Caller Comment-Shares how he’s still regretting the abortion he was involved in 47 years ago.  

Daily Bible Study-Fr. Simon explains today’s first reading about signs and wonders, who the Synagogue of Freedmen were, money affecting the Temple. Fr. Simon then discusses the Gospel how Jesus tells the truth unflinchingly and about having to trust in Him. Fr. Simon’s answers letters about a valid confession, the Latin vulgate, the Zadoks and Sadducees, the Trinity, Word of the Day-Freedmen Caller Question-Did Mary have to be redeemed? Caller Question-Clarification about binding on earth and binding on heaven? Caller Question-How do lovingly trust our Shepherd when we see things that are wrong?

Daily Bible Study- Fr. Simon explains today’s gospel reading, the story of the loaves and fishes.   Caller Question – Does Satin believe in God? Caller Question – What do Protestants receive at there communion? Word of the Day – Wicker Baskets/Barley Bread Caller Question – What’s the difference between the Holy Spirit in the Gospel of John vs the Acts of the Apostles?

Daily Bible Study- Fr. Simon explains today’s gospel reading and how to know that God is trustworthy.   Word of the Day – Infuriated Caller Question – Is there a correct kind of scapular Catholics should buy and wear? Caller Question – Why do Catholics have the Corpus on the Cross? Caller Question – Will the Devil show up on the day of our judgement? Caller Question – Is there a special feast day for Mary Queen of Angels?