Los Nazarenos

In the season three finale for Los Nazarenos Kerwin and Justin and do a countdown of their Top 5 Bible stories. We'll share why these passages from Scripture are meaningful to us and provide some short analyses of the texts. Peace!

In this episode, we are joined by our friend Erin Davis to discuss women's stories and the Bible. We look at how women always get the job done in the Bible and the need to recognize the importance of the feminine in the divine.

On this episode of Los Nazarenos we welcome David Dault, Ph.D. to the podcast to discuss the weirdness of the Bible and the weirdness of faith. This is a really fun conversation, enjoy! David Dault is a professor of Spirituality at Loyola University Chicago, he is the co-host of The Francis Effect Podcast, and the host of the radio show Things Not Seen.

In this episode, we explore the Encuentros movement among Latin@ Catholics in the United States. We explore their importance and impact.

In this episode, we welcome our good friend Eric van Maarth to the show. We discuss the topic of ecological spirituality, and how care for our common home is a moral imperative for followers of Christ. Helpful links:  Pope Francis's Laudato Si' Book: Doing Faith Justice by Fred Kammer SJ Carbon Footprint Website Romans 8:18-27

In this episode of Los Nazarenos we welcome a very special guest David Inczauskis, SJ to discuss the martyrdoms of Óscar Romero, and Ignacio Ellacuría. We'll discuss how these two martyrs advocated for the poor and oppressed in El Salvador, and how that advocacy cost them their lives. This episode is part of our series on Latin American theology and ecclesiology. David Inczauskis is the host of The Liberation Theology podcast. If you want to learn more about this topic here is a link to Blood and Ink by Robert Lassalle-Klein, which David suggests during the podcast.

In this episode of Los Nazarenos, Kerwin and Justin explore the formation of the Torah and all of its nerdiness. Plus the return of LOS NAZARENOS BIBLE THEATER!!!!!! Click here if you're interested in getting the book we talk about, The Bible with Sources Revealed, by Richard Elliott Friedman And you can follow along with our reading of Exodus 14, by clicking here!

Part two of our conversation on the CELAM Conference at Medellín.

On this episode of Los Nazarenos we have a special guest joining us, Daniel P. Horan O.F.M. Fr. Dan is joining us to discuss the topic of original sin and unpacking the nuances of this often misunderstood doctrine. We discuss everything from Augustine to America's original sin of slavery and systemic racism. Our discussions stem from Fr. Dan's books: Catholicity and Emerging Personhood, and A White Catholic's Guide to Racism and Privilege. You can also check out Fr. Dan's column at Nation Catholic Reporter, and his podcast The Francis Effect.

In our first episode of season 3, we discuss the importance of the 1968 Latin American Bishop's Conference at Medellín, Columbia. Throughout season 3, we will be discussing the impact and importance of Latin American theology and ecclesiology.

We're back with a special Good Friday/Easter Sunday reflection for you all! Join us as we take a deep dive examining the pure profundity of the Pascal mystery, you wont want to miss it! Follow along with our readings by clicking the links below. The Agony in the Garden Resurrection Appearance to Mary Magdalene Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram!

Reflections on the scripture passages for Palm Sunday. Follow along with the readings here.

Lenten Scripture reflections for the fifth Sunday of Lent. Follow along with the readings here.

Lenten reflections for the Fourth Sunday of Lent. Follow along with the readings here.

Reflecting on the readings for the Third Sunday of Lent. Grab your Bibles to follow along. You can also follow the readings here.

Second Sunday of Lent. We'll be reflection on the Testing of Abraham and the Transfiguration. Follow along with the readings here.

Join us each week this Lent to reflect on the Scripture passages for each up coming Sunday. This week we look at the Gospel passages for the First Sunday in Lent and the Gospel for Ash Wednesday. Follow along by following these links: Ash Wednesday Readings, First Sunday of Lent Readings.

Join us starting next Monday and every week during Lent for reflections on the Sunday readings.

Who is Jesus? Well he's the Son of God... duh! Well there is way more to it than maybe you were taught in Sunday school. In this episode we'll unpack some of the key things that make Jesus who Jesus is. Psst Christ is not his last name. We'll unpacked a few passages from the gospels, and look at the humanity and divinity of Jesus, as well as key points of Jesus' message and how they impact us as his disciples. Follow along in your Bibles or click the links to get the scripture passages. John 1: 1-5, 14 & John 1:35-36 (Click Here) Mark 1:15 (Click Here) Matthew 25:31-46 (Click Here)

Get your Bibles ready! In this episode of Los Nazarenos podcast we examine the name of God communicated in scripture, or lack thereof. We'll be reflecting on Moses's encounter with the burning bush from Exodus Chapter 3 (follow along here). Then we'll compare this with some reflections from St. Bonaventure from his work The Journey of the Mind to God (check it out here!). We'll also revisit Bonaventure's concept of the Veiled Word of God and reflect on the appearance of the messenger of the Lord to Hagar in Genesis Chapter 16 (here!). Intro/Outro music by: Orfeus

A friend suggested we look at the the topic of the way of beauty in Franciscan Theology. We start by examining Francis of Assisi's Canticle of Brother Sun, and how it orients our hearts to the beauty of God's creation in the elements, the creatures of the world, and humanity. We then build on this theme by using St. Bonaventure's Triple Way and notion of vestiges that lift up our heart to God. We round out our conversation by examining the theology of Blessed John Duns Scotus and his notion of Haecceity, and how moral actions can be ordered to beauty. Thanks Nancy! Music provided by Orfeus

On this episode we are join by our friend Hannah Berland whose research is in Christian and Muslim dialogues, specifically examining the encounter between St. Francis of Assisi and Sultan Malik al-Kamil. We'll discuss this encounter and reflect on what it can teach us about inter-religious dialogue today. Music still by: Orfeus

Kerwin and Justin do their best job they can to communicate different theologies of the Trinity. In this episode we draw on the theologies of St. Bonaventure and Karl Rahner on the Trinity. Do we do a good job? Maybe, probably not. Do we try? Yes! Actually not too shabby. So if you're looking to be as confused as we were by the end of the recording on this episode, then check it out! In the end it's a mystery and we're really just grasping at straws here. Music by Orfeus.

In this episode we take a look at Liberation Theology. We try to understand its roots in Jesus' gospel message, and perceived challenges. Justin also goes on rant about Cold War politics. You wont want to miss it. Intro/Outro music by: Orfeus

Have you ever wondered what is going on with how God is portrayed in the Old Testament, blowing people up and flooding the world? And then there is this really loving person named Jesus who we also say is God? Have you also been let down by apologists on the radio who give a pretty weak answers to this question? Well you're not alone, and hopefully our take on the answer to this question will be a little more satisfying. It also based on official Church teach so that's plus ;-) We reference the Vatican II document Dei Verbum which you can access here! We also look at Chapter one of the Book of Ezekiel, which is a wild ride so hold on to your Bibles! Follow along with us here. Intro/Outro Music by Orfeus Other music by Michael Ramir C. thanks to mixkit.co

Kerwin has big news!!! You'll have to listen to find out what. We also talk inside jokes and discuss the meaning of "Jeff." Confused? Well you'll just have to listen to find out what's going on. In the second segment we reflect on the entire Book of Jonah, or Jonas... Oh yeah, we did a bi-lingual thing too! You can follow along with us on the Book of Jonah here. Music by: Orfeus

In this episode we catch up after a long break from podcasting. A lot has changed since the original release of season one, so we're catching y'all up with where we're at. Justin has a new job, a new baby, and our hosts now share a special bond ordained by God! After we catch up we'll reflect on Justin's Holy Thursday experience and how he observed the stark differences between the worship of different cultures and communities. We'll be discussing specifically how worship looks from the perspective of cultures who have traditionally played more dominate roles in past movements of colonization versus those expressions of the peoples whom were oppressed under colonial rule. Music by: Orfeus

In this episode of the podcast I am once again joined by Dr. Maureen Day, professor of pastoral theology at the Franciscan School of Theology. We'll continue our discussion on Pope Francis's 2016 apostoloic exhortation Amoris Laetitia (The Joy of Love), and focus on the pastoral insights the document offers, and the complexities of modern family life.  In part two of our conversation we explore the following topics: Also a Document on Pastoral Theology - The Complexities of Family Life ~ ¶ 294, 297 - Better priestly formation ~ ¶ 202-203 - Accompaniment on the journey from the real to the ideal. The Infamous Footnote ~ ¶ 305 - The wave of divorce in the past 50 years. - Addressing "irregular" situations. - Discernment/Formation of conscious. Also check out Dr. Maureen Day's book from Paulist Press entitled - Young Adult American Catholics: Vocational Discernment in Their Own Words.

In this episode of the podcast we are joined by Dr. Maureen Day, professor of pastoral theology at the Franciscan School of Theology. We discuss Pope Francis's 2016 apostoloic exhortation Amoris Laetitia (The Joy of Love), and its theological and pastoral insights into family life and all the complexities of modern family life.  In the first part of our two part conversation we explore the following topics: The Diocese of San Diego's synod on marriage and family life following the release of Amoris Laetitia. Theology of Marriage/Family - Marital love modeled after God's love, Christ and the Church. ~ ¶ 121-122          - Husbands/Wives participate in God's creation ~ ¶ 29          - Marital life as a form of liturgy ~ ¶ 215          - Marriage and the Incarnation ~ ¶ 77 Denouncing Chauvinism - Wives as equals to their husbands ~ ¶ 54, 156​ Denouncing Individualism ~ ¶ 39, 156 You can also follow Dr. Maureen Day and her work at America Magazine.

In this episode we strike up some controversy! Our main discussion revolves around the notion that Eucharist Adoration is somewhat taking priority over Mass, and that Adoration gets worship correct, but gets the Eucharist wrong. We argue that dioceses and cities that have more resources should place greater emphasis on special Masses, rather than Adoration. ​ K. Money will also share his experiences on a recent retreat in Mexico. And Los Nazarenos Bible Theater will take us to the Book of Kings, where Elijah faces off with the prophets of Baal. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In episode IX of Los Nazarenos we welcome our first La Nazarena, L. Diddy! We'll be reading from the story of Deborah in the Book of Judges, a rousing tale of God working through some awesome ladies. We'll also look a little bit at Pentecost and the Book of Acts, and discuss how the Holy Spirit continues God's work throughout the world. From white bread to Vatican II, it's all on this edition of LOS NAZARENOS! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In episode eight of Los Nazarenos we'll be exploring two topics, poverty, and the Incarnation. While these topics may not always be linked to one another, we'll explore how they connect, and how the incarnate Word of God chooses poverty as their mode of revelation to the world. We'll touch on St. Clare and St. Francis, and how God's love for all of humanity is expressed in humility, simplicity, and self-sacrifice, which all reflect Jesus' great poverty. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

The Resurrection is real, and Jesus Christ is risen! We're going to reflect a little on the awesome power of the Resurrection and how we all rise with Jesus. Plus, in remembrance of the 50th anniversary of Martin Luther King Jr.'s assassination, and the up coming canonization of Oscar Romero we'll talk a little social justice, and how the Gospel calls on each of us to reach out to those in need. Plus P. Frank drops some knowledge on holiness in his new apostolic exhortation. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This whole episode is dedicated to Lent! We'll talk about giving stuff up for Lent, and ways in which we can fruitfully deepen our relationships with God during this holy season. We'll do this by reflecting on the Gospel reading for Ash Wednesday, and Jesus' forty days in the desert. Listen, learn, love, and laugh! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

An episode dedicated to the BVM! We dive deep on the Immaculate Conception and Our Lady of Guadalupe. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This episode we're joined by our friend Brian to discuss ecumanism and inter-religious dialogue; we explore some of the Catholic Church's documents regarding this important topic. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Episode 3 is all about prayer. We break down the Lord's Prayer and all the insights there within. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode we're bringing y'all some straight up #blessings. This installment is all about God's love, because you know our number one man the big J.C. totally got you. We'll look at the Book of Hosea, and the Book of Revelation, talk some X-Men, and discuss a truly holy G, St. Maximilian Kolbe. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This is a reissue of our very first episode where discuss Original Goodness, and discuss a passage from the Gospel of Mark. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app