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No, not the awful movie, but rather the reality of angels and their fallen counterparts, demons. What might seem like a scary topic really is an important discussion of our faith. Join Vince, Father Andy, and Father Joe on their discussions of angels, demons, and how it affects our day to day life of faith. The post Angels and Demons appeared first on Encounter Mercy Podcast.
Our world is currently in turmoil, and the world seems to be falling apart. With that, there have been attacks on our church, both physically and spiritually. What does this mean for us, and what should we do about it? Join Vince, Father Andy and AJ as they discuss these troubling times in our world. The post An Attack on Our Church appeared first on Encounter Mercy Podcast.
Warum steht man im Fahrstuhl? Hat, wer zuletzt lacht, den Witz nicht begriffen? Spielt Thor gerne Fußball? Kann Altbewährtes zukunftsweisend sein? Alle Antworten auf diese Fragen bekommt Ihr in der neuen Ausgabe meines Podcasts! – Pornhub verbieten? (02:00 min – 07:50 min) – Der Maulwurf ist zurück: Wühlmaus? (08:00 min – 14:20 min) – Montes […]
Marriage is such an important union, and so taking care of a relationship is number one in our list. But what does that mean? Join Vince and Father Andy as they discuss this very important sacrament. The post Till Death Do Us Part – Part 2 appeared first on Encounter Mercy Podcast.
Welchen Rahmen braucht ein Weibsbild? Gibt ein Koch am Lebensende die Löffel ab? War der Leibwächter von Bin Laden ein Ladenhüter? Essen fromme Kannibalen freitags Fischer? Alle Antworten auf diese Fragen bekommt Ihr in der neuen Ausgabe meines Podcasts! – Diablo 2 anyone? (00:33 min – 02:17 min) – JP Performance/STVO (03:05 min – 07:45 […]
Death: a topic we are careful to avoid. Have you ever thought about all the ways we allude to death in our speech without ever saying the word “death?” Passed on, fell asleep, went home, went to their reward, departed this earth, passed away, departed, gone, slipped away, lost the battle, succumbed to life, kicked […] The post Till Death Do Us Part – Part 1 appeared first on Encounter Mercy Podcast.
Often we are asked why we are Catholic, or why the Catholic Church. Why not just join a more “hip,” or “up-to-date,” or more “with-the-times” church. Well, lots of good reasons! Join Father Andy, Vince, Brother Barnabas, and AJ Gedney as they discuss the reasons for the Church as they discuss often heard reasons against […] The post Why Catholic? appeared first on Encounter Mercy Podcast.
In this past Sunday’s Gospel reading, we hear Christ proclaim that Peter is the rock, and not only the rock, but the specific rock that HE, Jesus, will build His Church upon. With this deceleration, we find the beginnings of The Catholic Church, and how it impacts us an our faith today. Join Vince and […] The post The Rock appeared first on Encounter Mercy Podcast.
What exactly is service, and what does it mean to offer service? And what exactly does service look in the Christian’s life? Join Father Andy and Vince as they discuss Christian service and service of ones time, talent, and treasure. The post Service appeared first on Encounter Mercy Podcast.
Our world is filled with noise, noise, noise, noise, NOISE! Through all this noise, how do we hear God and His Will for our lives? Join Father Andy and Vince as they sift through all this noise. The post Shut up and Listen appeared first on Encounter Mercy Podcast.
As members of the human population, and residents of the Earth, as well as creations of God, we have a responsibility to care for our common home of Earth. We have a God-given obligation to care for His Creation, and that includes the world around us. So how exactly does the Church call out to […] The post Stewards of Our Environment appeared first on Encounter Mercy Podcast.
In the document Sacrosanctum Concilium, promulgated by Pope Paul VI, we are instructed that the faithful are to have full and active participation in the liturgy: Mother Church earnestly desires that all the faithful should be led to that fully conscious, and active participation in liturgical celebrations which is demanded by the very nature of […] The post Full and Active Participation appeared first on Encounter Mercy Podcast.
Join us as we discuss some topics around our proverbial campfire. Join Father Andy, Vince, Father Joe Petrone, and AJ Gedney. If you have a topic you would like to suggest, let us know over at info (at) encountermercy.com The post Gather ‘Round appeared first on Encounter Mercy Podcast.
Join Father Andy and Vince as they talk with the Newly-Ordained Father Joseph Petrone about his call to priesthood and his current life in pro temporae assignment. The post Hello Father Joe! appeared first on Encounter Mercy Podcast.
When speaking of Saint Bartholomew, Christ said “Here is a true child of Israel. There is no duplicity in him (Jn 1:47).” What exactly does it mean to not be duplicitous? Why should we strive for such an attribute? Join Vince and Father Andy as they discuss this very important topic and discuss ways to […] The post There is no duplicity in him appeared first on Encounter Mercy Podcast.
In all that we do, we are to follow the command of Christ to “go into all the world and proclaim the Good News.” (Mk 16:15) We have set a goal for ourselves to continue this proclamation, and as we move forward, we want your input: we want to know how you plan to continue […] The post How will you evangelize? appeared first on Encounter Mercy Podcast.
As we begin returning to our churches and public worship, we may find it difficult, or confusing on what to do. We may want to move faster than our parish or our diocese, but we must be patient. We may also fear returning to our churches or believe that we are moving too fast. In […] The post Prayer Amongst Chaos appeared first on Encounter Mercy Podcast.
If you’ve had the fortune (or maybe misfortune) of watching any television lately, you may have come across this phrase in commercials calling the situation we are in as the “new normal.” This reality we are in is not the new normal, but it does have some things to teach us. For instance, it is […] The post The “New Normal”? appeared first on Encounter Mercy Podcast.
Kann man sich mit einem Zuckerhut vor saurem Regen schützen? Was machen die Fahrer von Automatikwagen in einem Schaltjahr? Wenn man nichts mehr essen will, dann ist man satt. Was ist man, wenn man nichts mehr trinken will? Wenn man einen Pantomimen erschießen möchte, erfordert es dann die Etikette, dass man einen Schalldämpfer benutzt? Alle […]
No, it’s not the beginning of a bad joke, it’s Mr. AJ Gedney’s vocation story. Join Vince and Father Andy as they discuss the vocation story and discernment of AJ Gedney, who is a seminarian from the Diocese of Covington, KY. AJ Gedney is a seminarian at Saint Vincent Seminary in Latrobe, PA. Father Andy […] The post A Chemical Engineer Becomes a Priest appeared first on Encounter Mercy Podcast.
Have you ever read a really good book, or heard a really good story? Have you ever been able to put yourself into that story? When we can use our imagination, the story usually means something more to us. Now, how can we use that in ministry? Where do we find that stories work well […] The post Fiction and Story Telling in Evangelization appeared first on Encounter Mercy Podcast.
We all have plenty of time on our hands, so how exactly are we using it? Join Vince, Father Andy, and Brother Barnabas as they discuss leisure time and ways to spend it. The post Leisure appeared first on Encounter Mercy Podcast.
How often have you heard someone say that they are “spiritual” and not religious? Or that religion is bad? And what about people looking for ways to deal with the current affairs? Join Vince and Father Andy as they talk about this “new” spirituality that seems to fascinate the world. The post I’m just ‘spiritual’, not religious… appeared first on Encounter Mercy Podcast.
What is “mercy”? What separates mercy from grace? Where did “Divine Mercy Sunday” come from? There are a lot of questions surrounding this eighth day of the Easter Octave! Join Vince and Father Andy as they chat about their lives and the celebration of Mercy that we had this past Sunday. The post Divine Mercy Sunday appeared first on Encounter Mercy Podcast.
The holiest week of them all, and of course this week we are stuck at home! Join Father Andy and Vince as they chat about this week and ways that we can make it holy for ourselves! The post Holy Week appeared first on Encounter Mercy Podcast.
As is well known, the world around us seems to be falling apart, yet there is hope! Jesus Christ is alive and is calling out to us! Join Vince and Father Andy as they discuss the situation in our world and look for a silver lining. The post In a time of panic… let us pray! appeared first on Encounter Mercy Podcast.
Everyone has a God-given role in this world, and we sometimes call this role our vocation. When we often hear the word vocation, we immediately assume a religious vocation, such as a priest or a nun. Yet, this role can mean so much more. Join Vince and Father Andy as they discuss vocations and why […] The post Vocations appeared first on Encounter Mercy Podcast.
What must we do to live out our faith? How far must we go? Join Father Andy and Vince as they discuss martyrdom and living out the faith in our daily lives. The post Martyrs appeared first on Encounter Mercy Podcast.
In today’s episode, Father Andy and Vince chat with Father Dan Hoffman about the different approved Marian Apparitions. While the apparition of Mary is not a necessity for salvation, there are a few good reasons to believe in and pray for these apparitions. Join us as we discuss these miraculous moments in our church’s history! […] The post Marian Apparitions appeared first on Encounter Mercy Podcast.
In a week, we begin our journey through Lent, a time of Prayer, Fasting, Almsgiving, Penance, and other deeds and prayers to prepare us for Easter. Yet Lent isn’t something that we should just wish away, nor is it a time to get into shape because you might give up sweets. So what exactly is […] The post Let’s Prepare for Lent appeared first on Encounter Mercy Podcast.
In this episode, Father Andy and Vince discuss mental health, the importance of paying attention to our mental health, and the importance of discussing this publicly. If you need help, you're not alone. Confidential help is available:National Suicide Prevention LifelineCall 1-800-273-8255Available 24 hours everyday The post Mental Health appeared first on Encounter Mercy Podcast.
In our episode this week, Vince and Father Andy talk with Brother Barnabas O’Reilly, a Benedictine monk at Saint Vincent Archabbey in Latrobe, PA. Learn about Brother Barnabas and his call to the monastery as well as his job at Saint Vincent College as a full-time campus minister and full-time seminary student. The post Welcome to Monk on the Streets appeared first on Encounter Mercy Podcast.
What does it mean to be a brother? Why should men have a sens of brotherhood? How should this look in life? These are all questions men should be asking themselves. Not only should all men be looking for a brotherhood, we should be looking for authentic relationships, ones where we can be held accountable […] The post Brotherhood appeared first on Encounter Mercy Podcast.
Often the last things are listed as death, judgment, heaven and hell. Today in our podcast Vince and Father Andy discus the Last Things, including purgatory. The post The Last Things appeared first on Encounter Mercy Podcast.
Often times, we hear people ask why we need to go to the Sacrament of Reconciliation. So often, people avoid this sacrament out of fear, confusion, or disinterest. Today, Vince and Father Andy investigate the importance of this Sacrament and hope to inspire you to attend this Sacrament regularly. The post Reconciliation, Confession, Penance – Why do I need this?? appeared first on Encounter Mercy Podcast.
After a Pew Research poll in 2019, it was found that only one-third of US Catholics believe in the Real Presence of the Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity of Jesus Christ present in the Eucharist. This staggering number has caused a mass response (no pun intended) by the Church, her Bishops and priests, and all who teach the faith. Join Father Andy and Vince as they discuss the Catholic Faith and Her understanding of the Eucharist as the Source and Summit of our Christian life. The post The Holy Eucharist appeared first on Encounter Mercy Podcast.
As we begin another New Year, Vince and Father Andy take some time to look back on the last year. There has been so much that has happened in the last year, and it's important that we look back to see where we have been, as well as to take time to see where we are going. The post So, what’s YOUR resolution? appeared first on Encounter Mercy Podcast.
Emmanuel, God IS with us! Today, we have so much to celebrate. The Savior, who came to feed the nations by sacrificing Himself for our sins was born. He had to become flesh to die for our sins, and so, as all the prophets foretold of Him, and the Virgin Mother longed for Him beyond all telling, He has come to His people to set them free! Our salvation is with us, and this is why we celebrate! Join Vince and Fr. Andy as they discuss the Manger scene as well as other personal traditions. The post The Story of Christmas appeared first on Encounter Mercy Podcast.
So, Thanksgiving is over, Christmas music has been playing since October 30, it must now be the Christmas Season, right??? WRONG! We still have a four(ish) week season of preparation to participate in first! So we wait, patiently, in joyful hope for the coming of Jesus Christ during this holy season of Advent. The post As we wait in Joyful Hope appeared first on Encounter Mercy Podcast.
Who is Mary and why do Catholics have a devotion to her? The Bible has many correlations between the Old Testament and Mary. Mary is the New Eve. There are many references to Mary as the Ark of the New Covenant. Mary, the Mother of God, intercedes for us. In this episode, we give a brief introduction to Mary and explain why we hold her in such high regard. We wish we had more time to talk about her in this episode, but we promise to go into more detail in future episodes. The post Theotokos appeared first on Encounter Mercy Podcast.
Thanksgiving is not a Catholic holiday, however, it is an opportunity to give thanks to God for all that he has given us. It is also a great time to show compassion to your neighbor. What does the Eucharist and Thanksgiving have in common? You’ll find out if you listen. The post Happy Thanksgiving? appeared first on Encounter Mercy Podcast.
Evangelization is what all Catholics are called to do. In our modern world the ability to reach people far and wide has never been easier. What can Christians do to evangelize in today’s society? In this episode, we talk about how to spread the faith through the use of podcasts, social media, virtual reality, augmented reality, websites, and much more. The post Evangelization appeared first on Encounter Mercy Podcast.
In this episode, we introduce ourselves and our new weekly podcast, Encounter Mercy. We are two young guys (a Catholic priest and a father of two small children) with a mission to bring Christ to the world through the utilization of 21st century means and methods. Join us as we tell you our stories and set expectations for future episodes. --- Season 1, Episode 1 The post Who are you? appeared first on Encounter Mercy Podcast.
Wie bereits angekündigt, haben wir uns auch in diesem Jahr wieder mit Community-Mitgliedern zusammengesetzt und auf die kommende Bundesliga-Saison 2018/2019 vorausgeschaut. Mit dabei waren Bono (Mainz), Rene (Bayern) und Jan (Bayern). Neben der Einschätzung der Top-Vereine und der potentiellen Absteiger, haben wir u.a. auch auf der Champions League geschaut und uns die Frage gestellt, wie […]
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Immerse yourself in beautiful and delicious handcrafted gifts at the 2017 FESTIVE! A new holiday market at Greylock WORKS celebrating the unique magic of the Northern Berkshires. Set in an expansive, light-filled mill, the festival marketplace offers music performances, food crafters, local farmers, fermenters and distillers, and the region’s best artisans and textile curators. Come to discover all your holiday gifts and wants, and stay for programs and workshops that invite visitors into the true stories of our artisans. Advertisement How to get there Greylock WORKS is located at 508 State Road in North Adams, along Route 2.… The post TLC #61 — Gettin’ FESTIVE at Greylock WORKS appeared first on The Greylock Glass.
from GLAAD: Transgender Day of Remembrance is an international annual observance on November 20 that honors the memory of those whose lives were lost in acts of anti-transgender violence. Additionally, during the week of November 13-20, individuals and organizations around the country participate in Transgender Awareness Week to help raise the visibility of transgender and gender non-conforming people and address the issues these communities face. Observance at Park Square, Pittsfield Thursday, November 16, 5:30 p.m. Here in the Berkshires, MC and Featured Speaker Jahaira DeAlto, Reading of Transgender Day of Remembrance city proclamation by City Council President Peter Marchetti, Speech by Joseph Farnes of St.… The post TLC #60: Berkshires first Transgender Day of Remembrance appeared first on The Greylock Glass.
The Land of 10000 Downloads – S2E14 Is the world on fire right now? It seems like everything is coming apart at the seams. After a busy couple weeks, I was feeling pretty down this morning. As I opened my computer, I saw something that REALLY brightened my day, and I have to share some great news with you. This is Season 2, Episode 14, and in this episode we are celebrating 10000 downloads of the Small Scale Life Podcast! It is a great way to kick off the weekend, and it is a great accomplishment. Special Thanks I have to thank so many great guests I have had over the past year and a half including Greg Burns, Drew Sample, Kevin Michael Geary, Scott Herbert, Todd Ehrhardt, Charles Hugh Smith, Khaled Majouji (The Plant Charmer), Travis Swanson, Bren Haas and of course my good friend Jay Dolan. I would also like to thank Austin Quinn at Vlog Vibes for creating some great tunes for the podcast. These folks are all part of this story and the development and growth of the podcast. Most of all, I have to thank all of you for listening and encouraging me to keep going. There are times when you are recording these episodes where you wonder if anyone is listening, if this is making any sense or if any of it matters. Looking at the analytics, answering questions and interacting with you, I know it is making a difference. As long as we are making a difference in someone’s life, we will keep going. The Next 10000 Downloads As I told someone once, I will change the world one garden and one person at a time! We might not be able to change things in City Hall, State Capitol, DC or some far off land, but we can start right in our backyards. Start small, keep going and keep pushing. Reaching 10000 downloads is a great achievement for me, and I can hardly wait to get to the next 10000 downloads. Let’s do this and continue to learn, do and grow together! Podcast Topics In this podcast, I discuss the following: On the Road Again Forestville-Mystery Cave State Park Kansas City Move Update 10000 Downloads – Past, Present and Future Special Update on a Great Future Guest Friends of Small Scale Life Join the Small Scale Life Facebook Community today! Small Scale Life Facebook Group – This group will get you a backstage pass and access to other members of the Small Scale Life Community. We will discuss gardening, healthy lifestyle, frugal living and having adventures along the way! This is also your chance to see what is coming up on Small Scale Life, see some content not shared on the blog, and ask questions of future guests If you like to garden, join the Small Scale Gardening Group! Small Scale Gardening Facebook Group – Share your gardening stories, questions and ideas with over 200 fellow gardeners! Join today! Subscribe and Rate on iTunes Please consider becoming a subscriber to the Small Scale Life iTunes Channel. Subscribers and ratings from listeners help us grow the podcast and the blog. As you know, people look at subscribers and reviews before they listen. Few subscribers and few reviews mean that no one cares to listen or rate the podcast. Please click subscribe, and you will get notices when a new podcast is available. If you provide a review for the podcast, consider giving a few stars (not going to lie: I want five stars) for the Podcast. I really appreciate you as a listener and your feedback. To leave a review, simply follow these simple steps: Click on this link or the image above. Go to ratings and reviews. Click on the number stars (five would be awesome) Subscribe to the podcast (optional, but appreciated)! You can also write a quick review or some words of encouragement (optional, but appreciated) You can also write a longer review, though it’s not necessary. Again, thank you for listening and your review! Listen We have several options for you to listen to the Small Scale Life Podcast. You may listen in the following locations: iTunes Stitcher Blubrry YouTube The post The Land of 10000 Downloads – S2E14 appeared first on Small Scale Life.