Father Simon Says

(6:35) Bible Study: Nehemiah 2:1-8 Father explains the immigration situation in the ancient times. Luke 9:57-62 Let the dead bury the dead. What does that mean? (25:28) Break 1 (27:45) Letters: Father talks about the dark history of Ancient Rome without Christ. What does the parable the prudent dishonest steward mean? Father answers these and other questions, send him a letter at simon@relevantradio.com (37:20) Break 2 (37:52) Word of the Day Plow (40:14) Phones: Emma - What's the deal with Generational Curses. I just found out my parents had an abortion and I am wondering if that affects me. Max - I am a pastor of Jewish ancestry and I know the issue of the Talmud. The Talmud is absolutely not the word of God. Dave - What were St. Peter's and Paul’s name in the original language? Steven - What is the church teaching on circumcision

(5:46) Bible Study: Zechariah 8:20-23 Father talks about the origins of the Samaritans. Luke 9:51-56 Why did Jews hate the Samaritans? (23:08) Break 1 (23:55) Letters: What type of priest was Blessed Solanus Casey? Why don’t clergy talk about sin much anymore? Father answers these and other questions, send him a letter at simon@relevantradio.com (34:49) Break 2 (36:20) Word of the Day Septuagint (42:23) Phones: Sr. Maria Francesca - 3 Questions for Fr. Simon. Were the fallen angels inside or outside of the Garden of Eden? Did Adam and Even know if they chose correctly? Since Adam named everything in the garden would he have known who Satan was? Gary - Luke 49-50. Is it a mortal sin for a Catholic to attend a Greek Orthodox Church or service? Lupe - Is contemplative centering prayer compatible with Catholic teaching?

(7:01) Bible Study: Daniel 7:9-10, 13-14 Father talks about Angels and what they are made for. What is Jesus’ favorite name for Himself? John 1:47-51 Father explains this reading from an interesting perspective (23:28) Break 1 (24:30) Letters: Psalm 22: 16, what is he proper way to translate this passage? Father talks about the importance of cedar wood in the old testament. Father answers these and other questions, send him a letter at simon@relevantradio.com (36:46) Break 2 (40:43) Word of the Day Saint (42:37) Phones: Joseph - is it appropriate to get the anointing of the sick for suicidal thoughts because its technically a terminal illness. Francine - Why wouldn’t you include the other 4 angles to make it a perfect number of 7? Natalie - When God talked to Moses he was very explicit about killing the people in the promise land. How do I reconcile that with being against capital punishment? John - could you describe the difference between prayer, supplication, and petition.

(3:42) Bible Study: Haggai 2:1-9 What is the true ark of the covenant? Father explains Luke 9:18-22 What does it really mean that Jesus rebuked His apostles? (21:14) Break 1 (23:51) Letters: Father talks about an obscure word in the bible, not surprising. Can you make personalized rosaries of family members? Why did the Church change her teaching on Funerals for people who committed suicide? Father answers these and other questions, send him a letter at simon@relevantradio.com (36:12) Break 2 (37:04) Word of the Day Tunic (38:28) Phones: Mark - During the funeral services of Charlie Kirk. His widow said that he is looking down from heaven at us. is this a true teaching? Dr. John Littell - Someone told me that Catholic the verse in Isaiah to fit the narrative. it doesn't say a 'virgin' it says a 'woman' shall conceive Jonathan - Can you explain the meaning of the word Sabbath and what it means in Spanish. what is the history of the actual words?

(4:09) Bible Study: Haggai 1:1-8 How do we settle into our lives and forget the first words of God to us? Luke 9:7-9 Father talks about the family of Herod (23:05) Break 1 (24:45) Letters: Shouldn’t we have a record of Jesus’ brothers if He really had brothers and sisters? Father talks about the death penalty and why it is not as black and white as you might think. Father answers these and other questions, send him a letter at simon@relevantradio.com (37:10) Break 2 (37:48) Word of the Day Perplexed (40:41) Phones: Berry - I have a question from the parallels between Isaiah 66 and haggai reading from today. Alesandra - Is what you said about letting sinner die unrepentant apply to people who use euthanasia Madeline - could you go into the Jesus having brothers? it has the possibility for Mary not being ever virgin. I want to debate protestants.

(2:58) Bible Study: Ezra 9:5-9 God’s persistence is miraculous Luke 9:1-6 Why do the Gospels have different narratives? (20:10) Break 1 (22:14) Letters: When do we kneel during the Mass? Is the Death Penalty allowed in the Catholic Faith? Father answers these and other questions, send him a letter at simon@relevantradio.com (35:48) Break 2 (40:18) Word of the Day Sermon and a homily (41:27) Phones: Joe - Wife is a Jewish and she’s says that she doesn’t have any sins. what’s the Jewish teaching? Mark - why is numbers 7 important and why do these records matter?

(9:08) Bible Study: Ezra 6:7-8, 12b, 14-20 Where is the ark of the covenant? (20:17) Break 1 (23:19) Letters: Father mentions his thoughts on Pope Leo’s words about Charlie Kirk and is it okay to have drinks during Mass? Father answers these and other questions, send him a letter at simon@relevantradio.com (35:58) Break 2 (37:14) Word of the Day Elder (40:49) Phones: Kay - I have six kids and none of them attend the church. In the Eucharistic prayers it talks about God's mercy. Does that cover my children even though they walked away? Craig - I have a question about the history in the old testament. about Esther and the king. Theresa - We had a visiting priest that says that Ethiopia has the ark. John - IN mass you say 'take away the sins of the world grant us peace'. do we kneel or stand at that? Catherine - When Herod had John beheaded, I thought you need roman permission to kill someone like that.

(3:34) Bible Study: Ezra 1:1-6 Father explains this passage Luke 8:16-18 We are called to be lights to the world. (18:08) Break 1 (20:05) Letters: Can you baptize a child who is not your own? What happens to guardian angels who don’t bring people to heaven? Father answers these and other questions, send him a letter at simon@relevantradio.com (33:07) Break 2 (33:48) Word of the Day Host (36:36) Phones: Elijah - According to Greek, Hebrew, and Arabic They refer to Mary as 'Mariam'. is that more correct? John - Where does the names of the Eucharistic prayer saints come from? Debbie - People on social media said that its time for Charlie kirk said that it was time for him to go. Resources: The Veil Removed - Film https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OOLZDaTgIaM

(3:31) Bible Study: 1 Timothy 6:2c-12 Father takes a deep breath as he tackles this difficult reading dealing with slavery (23:51) Break 1 (39:52) Phones: Grant - My Dad is not Catholic. He is not Catholic. Can he be buried in a Catholic cemetery? Likes to be buried next to his Catholic wife. Kathy - I feel that people from other cultures see me as entitled, and I must prove myself. I have a small disagreement with him about it, since many people in this country work hard for what they have. This is my experience as a white person. Shannon - Are we allowed to pray over people, or just to pray for them? (40:27) Break 2 (36:20) Word of the Day Magdalene

(6:35) Bible Study: 1 Timothy 4:12-16 and Luke 7:36-50, Fr. Simon gives some context to the Catholic Sacrament of Holy Orders and the laying on of hands. (22:24) Break 1 Letters (25:25) If God is so good and loving how could he send anyone to hell? (37:55) Break 2 (38:55) Word of the Day: “priest” (42:15) Phones: (42:22) Olivia - Were Billy Graham and Bishop Fulton Sheen friends or did they ever meet? (45:01) Greg - A friend of mine is getting an implant during a visit to the dentist. The Dentist says he needs to get an implant from a cadaver. Can he have that implant blessed before and is an implant from a cadaver a good thing? (47:02) Maria - When the angel Gabriel appeared to Mary and said she was chosen to be the mother of God and you will name him Emmanuel. We never read about Emmanuel, but rather Jesus. Why is that?

(5:02) Bible Study: 1 Timothy 3:14-16 & Luke 7:31-35 (20:46) Break 1 (21:13) Letters (25:07) Praise and Worship music in my parish choir. (26:56) Are lay people allowed to pray over you? (32:08) The Berean Bible (34:08) Break 2 (34:30) Word of the Day - "Her" (39:56) Phones (40:10) Nicole - A scholarly exorcist says that only parents should be praying on their children. (43:47) Joe - What is the precedent on putting pictures of the living buried with the dead?

Bible Study: Luke 7:11 - 4:41 Break 1 Letters Jonathan – If you get a lot out of the Divine Liturgy, find a Byzantine Catholic Church. -25:12 What should the Eucharistic Minister do if the Precious Blood is spilled? - 33:34 Break 2 Word of the Day - “Household” - 37:10 Phones: Mark: The Sisters in catholic schools said that a classic is something that doesn't age or become irrelevant. - 38:33 Mike - where's the definitive authority on singing in mass - 46:51

Our Blessed Mother was the 3rd person in history conceived without Original sin. Our Blessed Mother accepted the responsibility of her Immaculate conception - 1:31 Bible Study from 1 Timothy 2:1-8 and John 19 - 5:40 Letters - 27:21 Gail – Are the linens used during Mass and on the altar rinsed in a Sacrarium? – 27:29 Gino - If Joseph was an older man with sons, wouldn’t his sons have inherited the Davidic throne? -30:21 Word of the Day - “Robbed” - 41:53 Phones Susan - A friend of mine wants to baptize one of her grand daughters. Is this ok? - 43:34 Nathan - How to balance saying the words of the rosary and the actual meditations. - 46:05

Bible Study from 1 Timothy 1 (3:23) Letters Greg shares about the inerrancy of the Scriptures and draws from Catechism. Bob – Was Paul a terrible a evangelist? Word Of The Day: Arrogant Phones John - The Our Father prayer in English but it sounds different in Latin as the translation has different wordings. Could you explain? Larry - Can you comment on the 1631 edition of the KJV? Chris - Does Leviticus point to the Eucharist?

(6:18) Bible Study: Colossians 3:12-17 Father talks about Roman culture and in particular what a Triumph was. (18:23) Break 1 (21:28) Letters: Is it okay to do intentional breathing exercises if it is not associated with Yoga? Father talks about the virtue of humility. How do you know f you are possessed? Father answers these and other questions, send him a letter at simon@relevantradio.com (33:19) Break 2 (34:03) Word of the Day How does God work? (40:08) Phones: Laura - Does the church teach that the bible is free of error? Steve - What is the true definition of grace in the context of Ephesians 2:8-9. Ricardo - I want to love Jesus as much as I can. I say 'Jesus I want to love you' as prayer but I wonder if that does much? Joe - I haven’t been to confession in 40 years do I need to do something special or Do I just go? Josephine - I have a daughter and son-in-law ho don’t go to church. do I invite them to church if I know they are going to take communion incorrectly?

(4:42) Bible Study: Luke 6:20-26 Father talks about the state of the liturgy in our world today Colossians 3:1-11 What does it mean to put to death things that are earthly? (24:14) Break 1 (26:08) Letters: Father helps a woman whose daughter fell away from the Church. Father talks about the importance of motherhood. Father answers these and other questions, send him a letter at simon@relevantradio.com (32:46) Break 2 (33:12) Word of the Day Sithians (35:20) Phones: Larry - What does Jesus mean when he says 'I am the son of man' Kim - our nephew(30yo) has been a member of the masons for a few years and he thinks its just a men's service group. Would it be ok to attend the dinner after one of his 'Promotion' ceremonies. Maria - I was invited to adoration and I went with my friend and there was a lady handling the Thurible and Handed it to Fr. and she also helped him put on his vestments. and I was informed she takes the host and puts it in the monstrance when Fr. is gone. Maria - I understand that a child is Jewish so far as his mother is Jewish but all the genealogy is by Male. why is that? Gary - Do we know how long Joseph, Mary, and Jesus were in Egypt.

(4:37) Bible Study: Luke 6:12-19 Do you know the lowest place on the Earth? Father explains its relevance in the bible. Colossians 2:6-15 Christianity isn’t a philosophy but a Relationship. (23:54) Break 1 (26:18) Letters: Father helps a woman who has a husband who has committed adultery for many years. Does Father put himself down too much? Father answers these and other questions, send him a letter at simon@relevantradio.com (35:38) Break 2 (36:20) Word of the Day Walking (39:52) Phones: Gail - I like to pay to the sacred heart prayer. I was told if I don’t pray at three exactly do I have to wait till the next day? Does the time really dictate that much? Rosemarie - We say 'bless the Lord' what does that mean? Velma - How can we explain when a child gets cancer. how is that the consequences the of any decision the child made. Mike - When Jesus broke the bread and gave the blessing was that the Berakah.

Check out this awesome show from September 2, 2022 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?

Check out this awesome encore show from September 1, 2022 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

Check out this encore from September 6, 2025 Bible Study: (1:43) Col1:1-8 Father gives the history of liberal theological movements Lk 4:38-44 What is the purpose of our life? Letters (27:00) - Capital Punishment Question (24:48) - Adoration Chapel (30:03) - Cartoon Bible (32:01) - The Lord Won't Abandon Us Word of the Day: Desert (34:05) Callers (36:34) - Not to have Eucharistic Adoration if not having two people, doesn't make sense? (40:38) - What is his thoughts on the gnostic Gospels? (45:46) - Who was before God, how did it start? (47:00) - Questions about halos in Catholic Art and what do they mean?

(3:46) Bible Study: Micah 5:1-4a How do you find peace? Romans 8:28-30 An unexpected way you can show love for Jesus. Matthew 1:1-16, 18-23 Do the scriptures contradict itself? (24:44) Break 1 (27:13) Letters: Father reads some letters about proper translations to biblical words and what bible is good for a study bible. Why are translations different in the bible? Father answers these and other questions, send him a letter at simon@relevantradio.com (36:03) Break 2 (37:53) Word of the Day Philemon (42:55) Phones: Tessa - The NCB changed the wording of one of my favorite verses. what should I do.

(2:59) Bible Study: 1 Thessalonians 5:1-6, 9-11 Did people really believe Jesus would be delayed in coming? Luke 4:31-37 Did Jesus really teach with Authority? (21:05) Break 1 (23:20) Letters: Father talks about the Coptic Rite of the Mass. When did Christianity really find its own identity? Father answers these and other questions, send him a letter at simon@relevantradio.com (37:20) Break 2 (38:22) Word of the Day Logos (42:04) Phones: Brian - In our church our bishop's picture is about a 1/4 inch above the popes and I wondering is that tied to the point about autonomy? Martha - I have been watching social media and a lot of people have saying the world will end at Sep. 23 Ann - My brother-in-law just passed and I asked a priest to see him before he died and I am wondering whether the priest would have been done because he was in a coma? Regina - When we are Christians how come we have authority but not power?

Check out this awesome show from September 1, 2024! (1:49) Bible Study: Lk 4:31-37 Father talks about the heart of God. 1 COR 2:1-5 Father talks about the need for prayer in preaching the Gospel LK 4:16-30 Father shares the reason the Jews wanted to kill Jesus in these readings. (25:29) Break 1 (26:09) Letters: Does adult and adultery come from the same word, how can someone lose salvation with unconfessed mortal sin and is it a sin to pose as a model for a college art class? (36:16) Break 2 (37:22) Word of the Day: Authority (38:43) Phones: Drew - Question about the blessing said the consecration? Robby - What are some examples of charity in the Bible? Money root of all evil, but is it love of money? Suzy - Last rites? I called the last rites for my mom and they said they wouldn't be able to b/c she wasn't conscious?

Check out this highly relevant encore show from August 29, 2025! (1:47) Bible Study: Mk 6:17-29 Father talks about the Herodian family. They were not good people. (18:25) Break 1 (19:40) Letters: Do you need to go through Chemotherapy in order to preserve your life, what is penance really and why is the Catholic 10 commandments different from the Protestant 10 commandments? Father answers all of this questions and more. (35:34) Break 2 (36:11) Word of the Day: Delighted (38:49) Phones: Cathy - call no man your father. Can you explain more? Jennifer - My family rejects Vatican 2. How do I explain this to them? Roe - Can a minister to the homebound bring multiple hosts to someone? Do they really stay consecrated the whole time?

(6:43) Father shares some thoughts about the terrible shooting in MN (15:15) Bible Study: 1 Thessalonians 3:7-13 Can you ever be worthy of the King when He visits? Matthew 24:42-51 Father talks about grinding of teeth (23:13) Break 1 (25:03) Letters: What are the 7 classes of false devotion to Mary? How much is your fiancé worth to you if you can’t wait a little bit to get married? Father answers these and other questions, send him a letter at simon@relevantradio.com (34:55) Break 2 (35:39) Word of the Day Gnashing of teeth (38:26) Phones: Joe - I have been asked to be a godfather to a couple in a protestant wedding. The wife is catholic but has agreed to have a protestant wedding. Michael - Is there connection between the flash at the end of a sunset on the ocean and the flash that created the shroud? Alison - what form was the form of the of the words 'do this' in memory of me. Is it saying 'continue to do this in memory of me?' Carolyn - I’m wondering about death bed conversions. Also I have comments about the new traveling shrine to our lady.

(3:20) Bible Study: 1 Thessalonians 2:9-13 The unexpected philosophers of our time. Matthew 23:27-32 What does it mean to have white washed tombs? (18:42) Break 1 (21:05) Letters: Before letters Father talks about the Seal of Confession. He also discusses volunteerism which is a very deep topic. Father answers these and other questions, send him a letter at simon@relevantradio.com (35:38) Break 2 (37:59) Word of the Day Whoa (40:07) Phones: Bruce - I would like to offer an alternate perspective of Judas. I disagree with Fr. Simon. Melissa - I have been trying to follow along in my Magnificent and I have trouble with the variations. Margaret - When I heard that the shooter died I thought 'good, no more trouble from him' but I wonder if that’s not the correct attitude?

(3:16) Bible Study: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-8 What was the first Gospel? Matthew 23:23-26 Do we really need Church Rules? (19:25) Break 1 (21:17) Letters: Can we exercise our conscience? Does sin really have consequences? Why should you be a Roman Catholic? Father answers these and other questions, send him a letter at simon@relevantradio.com (37:07) Break 2 (38:46) Word of the Day Plunder and self-indulgence (40:31) Phones: Erik - Does not finishing pre-Cana invalidate our marriage? I'm concerned that my marriage my not be right. Greg - How does Fr. Address the difference of the timeline of the gospels in regards to the presentation and the flee to Egypt Patsy - My priest broke the seal of confession with my daughter and told me her sins. what do I do?

(3:28) Bible Study: 1 Thessalonians 1:1-5, 8b-10 What is the oldest Christian document we have? Matthew 23:13-22 What is it Jesus is saying is being barred by the scribes and Pharisees? (22:49) Break 1 (24:52) Letters: Father talks about the dangers of psychics, the shortage of priests in the Church and how it is more of a congregation shortage. Father answers these and other questions, send him a letter at simon@relevantradio.com (35:43) Break 2 (36:21) Word of the Day Hypocrite and anger (40:58) Phones: Michael - How many years was Jesus' ministry? Cindy - I lost my dog and St. Francis has been showing up in a few ways since his passing. I want Fr. Simon's opinion on this. Natalia - You said the schism was based on a 'misunderstanding'. can you elaborate on what that was?

(14:26) Bible Study: Matthew 22:1-14 What is hell like? Judges 11:29-39a Father talks about this reading and the difference between covenants and contracts. (27:26) Letters: Who is in charge of making relics for the Catholic Church? What does it mean that first shall be last and the last shall be first? Father answers these and other questions, send him a letter at simon@relevantradio.com (26:59) Break 1 (32:37) Word of the Day Chief Priest (40:23) Phones: Theresa - What would it take for Messianic Jews to come under the pope? John – Who was the queen of the south?

(2:16) Bible Study: Judges 9:6-15 Who were the Judges in the bible? Father explains. Matthew 20:1-16 What is heaven like? (20:02) Letters: How was the shroud of Turin made? How do you respond to children who are conceived in immoral ways? Father answers these and other questions, send him a letter at simon@relevantradio.com (27:00) Break 1 (33:19) Word of the Day Foreman (42:24) Phones: Anthony - How does Mary not have original sin if her parents did? Sylvester - Is it okay to do Yoga for a Catholic?

(3:15) Bible Study: Judges 6:11-24a Father talks about the humor of the Bible which most people don’t understand. Matthew 19:23-30 This is also a funny passage, Father explains (18:20) Letters: How do you pronounce the name Augustine? Do living organs have a soul connected to them and how does that effect organ transplants? Father answers these and other questions, send him a letter at simon@relevantradio.com (27:00) Break 1 (31:37) Word of the Day Terebinth (38:15) Phones: Elias - Follow up from the coincidence question. I want to clarify what I meant. Pat - The priests placed the announcements on the alter after mass. is that irreverent?

(1:20) Bible Study: Psalm 106:34-35, 36-37, 39-40, 43ab and 44 God answers your prayers in ways you won’t expect. Judges 2:11-19 Father explains what the meaning of the number 12 in the bible. Matthew 19:16-22 God wants to deliver you from what possess you. (18:55) Letters: How should we approach AI with our Faith? How does someone discern the priesthood? Father answers these and other questions, send him a letter at simon@relevantradio.com (33:30) Word of the Day Ecumenical (40:07) Phones: Pamela - I was told pope Leo has requested that we not call him pope and rather be called father. is this true and right? John - What is the translation of the word 'wayside' in the psalms. 'he shall drink from the way side and lift up his head' Is it dirty water? Elias - Are we supposed to read into coincident. Especially when they make us uneasy or they are strange

(3:04) Bible Study: 1 Chronicles 15:3-4, 15-16; 16:1-2 Why was David a man after God’s heart? Didn’t he do a lot of bad things? Luke 11:27-28 Why do we call Mary blessed? (17:05) Break 1 (18:09) Letters: Father answers questions about the meaning of the word scribe, how do you know if you should stop praying for something, and he answers questions about the history of communion in the hand. (36:51) Beak 2 (37:26) Word of the Day: Desert (38:37) Phones: Claire - I understand that the gospel is read because it is the teaching of Christ, but what about the 1st and 2nd reading? What are they for? Chris - What is the meaning of the word 'Selah' in the Psalms? Peter - If David was a 'man after God's own heart, how can we believe this when he was an adulterer and a murderer? Larry - Do you have any thoughts on Catholic colleges which are Catholic in name only?

(8:26) Bible Study: Joshua 3:7-10a, 11, 13-17 God gives you not what you THINK you are praying for but what you are ACTUALLY praying for? Matthew 18:21–19:1 What does it mean to forgive? (23:55) Break 1 (26:48) Letters: What does the bible teach about being one in Christ? What was the Church back in Jesus’ time? Father answers these and other questions, send him a letter at simon@relevantradio.com (36:58) Break 2 (37:35) Word of the Day Ark (40:14) Phones: Steve - What do you think about this? About the Shroud of Turin, the burst of light being the redemption of the souls. At the instant of conception when the sperm penetrates the egg, there's a spark, and have to have right equipment to detect this light. William - Some of the Orthodox priests in Russia, is it sinful for them to support Putin, and is it wrong on my part to judge them for their support? Steve - For daily mass, have I been taught wrong on what to wear? Like wearing shorts. Clarification? Jill - Which gospel recommend starting to study on first? Philip - When did monogamy become standard?

(3:33) Bible Study: Deuteronomy 34:1-12 The Assumption of Moses? Matthew 18:15-20 Do you talk with people one on one before bringing in other people to settle a matter? (20:51) Break 1 (22:27) Letters: Why does Saint Joseph have a staff with lilies in a lot of statues of him? Why don’t many Catholics sing at Mass? Father answers these and other questions, send him a letter at simon@relevantradio.com (37:10) Break 2 (37:51) Word of the Day Bind (40:20) Phones: Ronnie - When Moses got the 10Commandments what languages did they come in? how was it formatted on the tablets? Joann - I want to wear a Josh Groban (singer) shirt in my casket. is that a sin? Bill - Does the Catholic Church regard the orthodox church not saved even though they consider the sacraments valid? Michael - Should you kneel when listening to or watching a Mass? Larry - How do I go about discussing the Shroud with a Protestant.

(3:18) Bible Study: Deuteronomy 31:1-8 Father Discusses this reading. Matthew 18:1-5, 10, 12-14 Children are not innocent, just small? (22:27) Break 1 (23:18) Letters: Why was John known as the beloved disciple? What should you do if something feels like it is a violation of conscience? Father answers these and other questions, send him a letter at simon@relevantradio.com (35:19) Break 2 (36:27) Word of the Day Turn (38:18) Phones: Marie - 'the portion of the lord is his people' what does that mean? Karen - I need a resource for teaching theology to Highschoolers. I want it to have the Greek word explanations that you do. Shella - I sent a catholic mass card to a friend. He is Buddhist. He put the card In front of his statue and I Don't know what to do. Our lady is trapped! Barbara - Can I offer up my suffering for my son's suffering? Kay - Can someone who is Lutheran go to confession?

(5:45) Bible Study: Deuteronomy 10:12-22 What is fear of the Lord really? Matthew 17:22-27 What was the temple tax? Father explains (23:31) Break 1 (25:28) Letters: Are saint days celebrated differently in different diocese? Can you say Holy Ghost instead of Holy Spirit? Father answers these and other questions, send him a letter at simon@relevantradio.com (35:02) Break 2 (35:47) Word of the Day Hypostasis (39:28) Phones: John - When did singing start in the church? when did the people join in? Norm - How do we know if we are being holy? Nicole - where do I Find the term 'know thy self'. Is it in the bible? Dan - Is it ok for Eucharistic ministers to wear shorts Lena - I have friend who lost her husband a week ago. how do I show my sorrow to this friend? Natalie - has the holy spirit ever been referred to as feminine?

(10:45) Bible Study: Deuteronomy 4:32-40 How can we receive the gift of God? Matthew 16:24-28 What does it mean to take up your cross and follow Jesus? (22:22) Break 1 (23:46) Letters: What is the proper way have a Catholic burial? Father talks about a great chilly recipe which uses a special ingredient. When do you need to go to the vigil Mass for it to count? Father answers these and other questions, send him a letter at simon@relevantradio.com (32:21) Break 2 (34:33) Word of the Day Miracles (40:41) Phones: Kelly - I am a new Catholic and have a bunch of ministries sending me info. I don't want to throw their cards away. Can I or should not? Frank - A priest told me to stop going to Church because of my medical problems. Is this right? Steve - Are there such things as angelic manifestations? Roger - Sunday's Reading from Hebrews 11 verse2. What does the Greek word mean that translates to 'commended'?

(5:23) Bible Study: Numbers 20:1-13 Why was it so bad that Moses Struck the rock to get water? Matthew 16:13-23 We must think like God not like human beings (23:35) Break 1 (27:22) Letters: How do I know if I am hearing from God or just my ow thoughts? Who do you contact when the bishop doesn’t guard and protect the sacraments? Father answers these and other questions, send him a letter at simon@relevantradio.com (36:24) Break 2 (37:05) Word of the Day Rebuke (40:47) Phones: Peter - If you don't pray but live by the sacraments only is that bad? Anna - Gospel with Our Father was read a couple of weeks. It is read from the Gospel of Luke. How come this is different than Our Father in the Gospel of Matthew and in Mass? Why does the priest hold the monstrance with a cape and then uncaps his hands? Susanna - How come the large host of the priest is consecrated only and not the hosts for the congregation?

(4:36) Bible Study: 2 Peter 1:16-19 Is the bible mythology? Daniel 7:9-10, 13-14 What was Jesus’ favorite title for Himself? (18:57) Break 1 (21:56) Letters: What happens when if you have dementia and can’t make a good confession? Does it matter which host you receive when receiving consecrated hosts? Father answers these and other questions, send him a letter at simon@relevantradio.com (35:50) Break 2 (36:44) Word of the Day Myth (39:09) Phones: Sandy - My 25-year-old grandson is a baptized Catholic and has not received any sacraments. Can a man who is baptized but fell away from the Church go to Confession? Terence - Can you explain to me the 'fear of God'? What is the simplest explanation? Tom - The divinity of Christ. The Transfiguration shows me the humanity of Christ. I believe Jesus needed encouragement. What do you think of this? Carolyn - You mentioned that being on vacation is no excuse to miss Mass. I agree and this is how I was raised. My family travelled everywhere yet we never missed Mass growing up. Patricia - What prayers should we say while kneeling before the deceased at a funeral home? Mike - Priests and ministers receiving Communion after or before. I think receiving Communion is more 'giving' than 'receiving'. I think it is more appropriate for minister to receive.

(8:00) Bible Study: Numbers 12:1-13 What does it mean to be great in the eyes of the Lord? Matthew 14:22-36 Father shares some interesting insights about this reading. (21:23) Break 1 (29:46) Letters: What is a firm purpose of amendment in confession? How can men not objectify women? Father answers these and other questions, send him a letter at simon@relevantradio.com (38:08) Break 2 (38:52) Word of the Day Snout (41:34) Phones: Russ - What is the connection between Purgatory and Final Judgement? How will the redeemed by judged? Fred - I love the music you play on FSS. Has anyone ever talked about the zinc spark involved in fertilization? I feel this is important to consider in the abortion issue. Maria - Cain and Abel. How could Cain meet other people if he was part of the first family?

Bible Study: Numbers 11:4b-15 The importance of getting your leading straight in the spiritual life. Matthew 14:13-21 How do you discern what God wants you to do? Ezekiel 3:17-21 How do you admonish the sinner? Break 1 Letters: How do I stop sinning with my girlfriend who is leading me into sin? How can the word blessed be used? Father answers these and other questions, send him a letter at simon@relevantradio.com Break 2 Word of the Day Coriander Phones: Don - During the Consecration, the priest sing different phrases while holding it up. Is this right? Karen - My friend died last Saturday and her family is having no funeral. Calling it a celebration of life. This distresses me. Do you have any advice? Bill - What does my daughter have to do to receive Communion again? Linda - What is the difference between the word 'blessed' and 'Bless-ed'? Craig – We are not supposed to add to the consecratory prayer in Missal according to Canon 846 section 1