Father Simon Says
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Father Simon Says October 22nd – Kneeling Before God
Daily Bible Study- Fr. Simon explains today’s first reading and why we all kneel before God. Caller Question – 1st Samuel 18:10-11. What do the words “evil spirit” mean in the context? Word of the Day – Surpassing Caller Question – How to help a friend who is an alcoholic? Caller Question – Was St Paul preaching before or after the death of Jesus? Caller Question – What does the term Children of Wrath mean in Ephesians 2:10?
Father Simon Says October 21st – The Stewardship of God’s Grace
Daily Bible Study- Fr. Simon explains today’s first reading and the stewardship of God’s grace. Word of the Day – Rest Caller Question – What is the Catholic view on accepting Jesus as savior in order to get into heaven? Caller Question – What is the difference between a servant and a steward? Caller Question – How old was Mary she passed away.
Father Simon Says October 20th – Servants Awaiting the Master
Daily Bible Study- Fr. Simon explains today’s gospel reading and why we should be like the servants awaiting the master. Word of the Day – Air Caller Question – What is the best bible commentary for New and Old Testament? Caller Question – When people died before Christ, did they expect to be resurrected at some point? Caller Question – What is a good bible for her 8 year old grandson? Caller Question – How was the book of Job passed on?
Father Simon Says October 19th – Dead in our Sin
Daily Bible Study- Fr. Simon explains today’s first reading and how we are dead within our sin. Caller Question – In reading the book of Acts, is there a contradiction made? Caller Question – If Jesus teaches us to laugh, then where is it in the bible? Word of the Day – The Power of the Ruler of the Air. Caller Question – Is divorce without annulment a sin or is it the remarriage that is a sin?
Father Simon Says October 16th – Chosen in Christ
Daily Bible Study- Fr. Simon explains today’s first reading and who it is that is chosen in Christ. Caller Question – How to handle a child who is viewing porn? Word of the Day – Seal Caller Question – Can non Catholics receive anointing of the sick?
Father Simon Says October 15th – Redemption By His Blood
Daily Bible Study- Fr. Simon explains today’s first reading and how we have been redeemed by the blood of Jesus. Caller Question – What is the relation of psalm 22 to the cross? Caller Question – He has not gone to Mass since March due to Covid. Is he being to cautious? Word of the Day – Zachariah Caller Question – How can we pray with not a lot of words? Caller Question – Is it a sin if I was dishonest in filling out an application? Caller Question – What should she do with a plastic rosary that broke?
Father Simon Says October 14th – Works of the Flesh
Daily Bible Study- Fr. Simon explains today’s first reading and why we need to be weary of the works of the flesh. Caller Question – What is the meaning of the punishments in Exodus 21? Word of the Day – Guided Caller Question – Why do we ask forgiveness of sin during Mass? Caller Question – What is meant by the real presence in the Old Testament? Caller Question – What exactly is the book of Sirach?
Father Simon Says October 13th – Bound to the Law
Daily Bible Study- Fr. Simon explains today’s first reading and what Paul means about being bound to the law. Caller Question – Heard a claim that Catholics have changed the Second Commandment. Is this true? Word of the Day – To Walk Caller Question – What are the works of the law and how does it work? Caller Question – Why did God give Adam and Eve garments of skin before leaving the Garden of Eden. Caller Question – Why are there 10 commandments and not 12?
Father Simon Says October 12th – The Two Sons of Abraham
Daily Bible Study- Fr. Simon explains today’s first reading and who the two sons of Abraham were. Word of the Day -Sinai Caller Question: About the word “and” in the creed and the differences b/w the Catholic and Orthodox Church Caller Question: Is using “colorful” language a sin? Caller Question: If we pray for our enemies, do we also pray for the devil? Caller Question: Asking Fr. Simon’s opinion about the apparition in Bayside, NY
Father Simon Says October 9th – Driving out Demons
Daily Bible Study- Fr. Simon explains today’s gospel reading and Jesus’ response to those who tested Him after seeing him cast out demons. Word of the Day – The Finger of God Caller Question – Does the Eastern Rite Church use the same form for baptism and the Latin Rite? Caller Question – The book of revelation, can Father Simon comment on the description of heaven? Caller Question – What is the stigmata?
Father Simon Says October 8th – Stupid Galatians?
Daily Bible Study- Fr. Simon explains today’s first reading and why the scriptures calls the Galatians stupid. Caller Question – Can Father Simon give examples of mortal and venial sins? Word of the Day – Scorpion Caller Question – Is it efficacious to have Mass said for someone who received an apostolic pardon? Caller Question – Our Lady of Fatima, what does she mean when she talks about those people who don’t have anyone to pray for them?
Father Simon Says October 7th – The Our Father
Daily Bible Study- Fr. Simon explains today’s gospel reading and Jesus teaching his disciples to pray just like John had taught his disciples. Word of the Day – Esteem Caller Question – What is a plenary indulgence? Caller Question – The Doxology ending of the Our Father. Was that added by a scribe later on?
Father Simon Says October 6th – Martha and Mary
Daily Bible Study- Fr. Simon explains today’s gospel reading and what Jesus meant when he told Martha that Mary had chosen the better part. Word of the Day – Judaism Caller Question – Is it possible that some bible stories are to violent for a 4 year old? Caller Question – Is abortion okay if the life of the mother is in danger? Caller Question – Where in scripture does it say that we have an immortal soul?
Father Simon Says October 5th – The One True Gospel
Daily Bible Study- Fr. Simon explains today’s first reading and the truth of one Gospel in Christ. Word of the Day – Neighbor Caller Question – Why can baptized, non Catholics not receive the Eucharist? Caller Question – Can Catholics support the death penalty?
Fr. Simon Says Oct. 2nd-The Guardian Angels
Daily Bible Study- Fr. Simon explains today’s first reading as it relates to God’s decisions and the Gospel about the humility of God Caller Question: If you’re cremated, will your body be reunited during resurrection? Caller Story: Shares a Guardian Angel Story Caller Question: Could you receive Eucharist in different churches?
Father Simon Says Oct. 1st-Redemption and Vocations
Daily Bible Study- Fr. Simon explains today’s first reading as it relates to redemption and that we are the kinsmen of God and about the Gospel as it relates to vocations Caller Question: Did Jesus tell about his temptation with the Devil with the Apostles? Caller Question: Could we surprise God? Word of the Day: The Kingdom of God is at hand Caller Question: Could we hire a caregiver to work on Sunday?
Father Simon Says Sept. 30th-Conforming to image of Christ and God Calling Us
Daily Bible Study- Fr. Simon explains today’s first reading about conforming to the image of Christ and the Gospel and how when God calls us, we should go. Caller Question about the Parable of the Sons in Matthew 21 Caller Question asking if June is a pagan name Word of the Day: Farewell Caller Question: A former Catholic who was pro-life became pro-choice debates with Fr. Simon Caller Question: Did Jesus go through his passion alone or invoke aid from his Father?
Father Simon Says Sept. 25th
Father Simon Says Sept. 25th
Father Simon Says Sept. 29th-Angels
Daily Bible Study- Fr. Simon talks about the Angels on the Feast of Sts. Michael, Gabriel and Raphael Caller Question: About a fourth angel mentioned in the Eastern Church Caller Story: Shares about how she saw an angel when she was a kid. Caller Question: Why did a parish omit the Our Father? Word of the Day: Saint Caller Question: Why do Angels names end in “EL” Caller Question: About the Polish National Church and taking communion?
Father Simon Says Sept. 28th-Importance of Children and Faith Amidst Suffering
Daily Bible Study- Fr. Simon explains today’s Gospel about the importance of children and the first reading about faith when bad things happen Caller Question: Is the Polish National Catholic Church in union with the Roman Catholic Church? Caller Question: A question about General absolution and confession Word of the Day: Patrolling
Father Simon Says September 25th – An Appointed Time for Everything
Daily Bible Study- Fr. Simon explains today’s first reading and the appointed time for everything. Caller Question – Luke 24:35, when did that appearance occur to Simon? Caller Question – In creation, why would God create both sexs of animals right away and not for mankind? Word of the Day – Serenity Caller Question – How does purgatory work?
Father Simon Says September 24th – Vanity
Daily Bible Study- Fr. Simon explains today’s first reading and warning against vanity. Caller Question – Is the Lazarus that Jesus raised from the dead the same Lazarus that went to hell? Caller Question – She is a care taker, during the pandemic is she excused from Mass? Word of the Day – Way Caller Question – How does Isaiah 54:1 relate old and new testament?
Father Simon Says September 23rd – Power and Authority Over All Demons
Daily Bible Study- Fr. Simon explains today’s gospel reading and Jesus giving the Twelve the power and authority over all demons. Caller Question – What is the amplified bible? Caller Question – Can Catholics be buried in a mausoleum? Caller Question – Why did Jesus say “When Supper was Ended?” Word of the Day – Ecclesia
Father Simon Says September 22nd – Jesus Mother and Brothers
Daily Bible Study- Fr. Simon explains today’s gospel reading and who exactly Jesus mother and brothers are. Caller Question – How do plenary indulgences work in regards to purgatory? Word of the Day – Sacrifice Caller Question – Can God feel the feelings we feel?
Father Simon Says September 21st – Peace
Daily Bible Study- Fr. Simon explains today’s first reading and why we are called to be peaceful. Caller Question – Why was St Francis of Assisi was canonized on July 16th? Caller Question – Is it bad that her son plays Dungeons and Dragons? Caller Question – How can she overcome the guilt she feels of sins that have been forgiven through confession? Word of the Day – Mercy Caller Question – How are we supposed to fast?
Father Simon Says September 18th – Resurrection of the Dead
Daily Bible Study- Fr. Simon explains today’s first reading and Christs’ proof of the resurrection of the dead. Caller Question – Regarding the priest who was baptized with invalid language, would the weddings he performed be valid or invalid? Word of the Day – Menander Caller Question – Are punishments for sins also forgiven during confession?
Father Simon Says September 17th – A Sinful Woman
Daily Bible Study- Fr. Simon explains today’s gospel reading and the woman who washed Jesus feet with her tears. Caller Question – Who was the Pope between JP I and JP II who died of a rare disease? Caller Question – In a marriage, are we responsible for our spouses sins? Word of the Day – Faith Caller Question – How was the bible put together?
Father Simon Says September 16th – Spiritual Gifts
Daily Bible Study- Fr. Simon explains today’s first reading and the importance of striving for spiritual gifts. Caller Question – Do priests have greater celibacy than lay people choosing to remain celibate? Word of the Day – Love Caller Question – How important is it to overcome vice? Caller Question – Can anyone but the celebrating priest distribute communion during first communion?
Father Simon Says September 15th – One Body
Daily Bible Study- Fr. Simon explains today’s first reading and how we are all one body. Caller Question – How to talk to her parish about their adoration practices? Word of the Day – Name