Podcasts about Adoration

Today’s Topics: 1) Gospel – Matthew 5:20-26 – Jesus said to His disciples:  “I tell you, unless your righteousness surpasses that of the scribes and Pharisees, you will not enter into the Kingdom of heaven. “You have heard that it was said to your ancestors, You shall not kill; and whoever kills will be liable to judgment. But I say to you, whoever is angry with his brother will be liable to judgment, and whoever says to his brother, Raqa, will be answerable to the Sanhedrin, and whoever says, ‘You fool,’ will be liable to fiery Gehenna. Therefore, if you bring your gift to the altar, and there recall that your brother has anything against you, leave your gift there at the altar, go first and be reconciled with your brother, and then come and offer your gift. Settle with your opponent quickly while on the way to court with him. Otherwise your opponent will hand you over to the judge, and the judge will hand you over to the guard, and you will be thrown into prison. Amen, I say to you, you will not be released until you have paid the last penny.” Memorial of Saint Barnabas, Apostle Saint Barnabas, pray for us! Bishop Sheen quote of the day 2, 3) Terry speaks on the importance of Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament and how that adoration is good four our soul 4) Oscar Delgado joins Terry to discuss his new movie: Sacred Heart – His Reign Has No End

Maria Johnson and Inés Mersch discuss the fears and then the surrender to trust. Inés Huber Mersch is a faithful Catholic wife, mother, and grandmother residing in Mobile, Alabama. Her strong attraction to Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament led to her being invited to participate in the steering committee that brought Perpetual Adoration to the Archdiocese of Mobile and continues as one of the schedulers. She has also been a guest writer at Catholic Mom. Links in Show: Broken By Me by Inés Huber Mersch Read all articles by Maria Morera Johnson

In this fascinating and profound episode, we dive into the deep mysteries of St. John's Gospel with John Johnson, the founder of Patmos Hosting and the Albertus Magnus Institute (and Joshua Charles's sponsor into the Catholic Church). Johnson reveals that St. John was likely a student of Aristotle, and used his most powerful rhetorical techniques to communicate the most sublime truths about Christ, the Eucharist, the betrayal of Judas, and the authority of Peter.You can read John Johnson's biography here: https://magnusinstitute.org/senior-fellows/john-johnson/VISIT OUR WEBSITEhttps://eternalchristendom.com/BECOME A PATRON OF THE GREAT TRADITIONAs a non-profit, you can support our mission with a tax-deductible gift. Help us continue to dig into the Great Tradition; produce beautiful, substantive content; and gift these treasures to cultural orphans around the world for free: https://eternalchristendom.com/become-a-patron/CONNECT ON SOCIAL MEDIAX: https://twitter.com/JoshuaTCharlesFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/joshuatcharles/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joshuatcharles/DIVE DEEPERCheck out our “Becoming Catholic” resources, where you'll find 1 million+ words of free content (bigger than the Bible!) in the form of Articles, Quote Archives, and Study Banks to help you become, remain, and deepen your life as a Catholic: https://eternalchristendom.com/becoming-catholic/SUBSTACKSubscribe to our Substack to get regular updates on our content, and other premium content: https://eternalchristendom.substack.com/EXCLUSIVE BOOKSTORE DISCOUNTShttps://eternalchristendom.com/bookstore/CHAPTERS00:00 - Introduction and Bio02:12 - Welcome, Prayer, and Why John's Gospel Matters10:01 - Who Was St. John? Levite, Witness, and Beloved Disciple13:04 - Aristotle, Rhetoric, and Enthymemes in John's Gospel20:08 - Hidden Logic: How John's Gospel Invites the Reader to See31:17 - John 6: The Bread of Life, Judas, and the Scandal of the Eucharist43:54 - Bethany: Mary's Adoration, Judas, and the Poor48:17 - The Last Supper: Betrayal, Tradition, and the Bosom of Christ58:28 - The Resurrection Epilogue: Peter, John, the Boat, and the Final Catch1:31:07 - Revelation, the Beast, Technology, and Final Reflections on LoveThis podcast can also be heard on Apple, Spotify, and other podcast platforms.

June 3, 2026 - In today's sermon, Rev. Carissa Heil preaches that prayer is simply building a relationship with God through ongoing conversation, and the ACTS prayer model—Adoration, Confession, Thanksgiving, and Supplication—helps us draw closer to Him, trust His timing, and bring every need before Him.

Dr. Tom Curran asks Fr. Kurt Nagel: How did you celebrate the Feast of Corpus Christi? What's the science behind the eucharistic miracles? How long did saints fast, surviving only on the Eucharist alone? What does it mean to become a “living monstrance?"

There is only one way to God, and it's through Jesus, but in Jesus there are many ways to connect to God. Adoration is one of the ways we can connect to God! Welcome to Encounter! We are a house of prayer and a house of His presence. We're endeavored to create a resting place for the Lord. Regardless of where you're listening: your car, your workplace, your home, you can host the presence of God!   Connect with us more below:   Website: www.encounterthelord.com Instagram + Facebook: @encounterthelord

➡️ NOUVELLE SÉRIE: Adorer Dieu sans distraction Aimer Dieu de tout notre coeur et de toute notre pensée est le plus grand commandement et devoir chrétien (Mt 22.37 ; Mc 12.30 ; Lc 10.27). Cet amour requiert que notre adoration ne soit pas affectée par des pensées distraites et une attention dissipée. Dieu veut que nous ne soyons pas seulement présents de corps pour son culte, mais présent de coeur (És 29.13). Dans cette petite série de quatre messages, nous aborderons le problème des pensées vagabondes pendant le culte rendu à Dieu et pourquoi elles déshonorent Dieu. Nous réfléchirons à l'importance d'amener "toute pensée captive à l’obéissance de Christ" (2 Co 10.5) et comment y arriver. Cette série s'inspirera de l'ouvrage du pasteur puritain Richard Steele (1629–1692) _Remedy for Wandering Thoughts_ (publié en français sous le titre _Si facilement distrait_ et offert gratuitement ici) ➡️ PREMIER SERMON : Dans ce premier message de cette courte série, nous introduirons le problème des pensées distraites dans l'adoration. Nous commencerons par définir la nature du problème puis nous identifierons les principales sources qui causent la distraction. Nous terminerons avec l'appel que Dieu nous adresse à devenir des adorateurs entiers. PLAN: 1. La nature du problème 2. Les sources et les formes de distractions 3. L'appel à adorer Dieu sans distraction QUESTIONS: 1. Quelle est la nature du problème avec les pensées distraites pendant l'adoration? 2. Comment et pourquoi le diable utilise-t-il les distractions? 3. Comment nos pensées sont-elles une sources de distraction? 4. Comment sommes-nous distraits par nos sens? 5. Pourquoi et comment devons-nous apprendre à adorer Dieu sans distraction? Lectures complémentaires: • Convocation — Psaume 95-96 • Réponse - Dt 6.4-5 & Ph 3.3 Prédicateur: Pascal Denault

The Feast of Corpus Christi. The Lord invites us to silence, to adoration in the presence of the Sacred Mysteries. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass.

Ref.: David Craig, Gründer von Adoration for vocations, East Lyme, Connecticut, USA Ein Vortrag vom Adoratio Kongress in Heroldsbach 2024, den wir Dank Bonifatius - TV senden dürfen.

A. The Praise of God's Worship (108:1-6) B. The Perspective of God's Sovereignty (108:7-9) C. The Prospect of God's Victory (108:10-13)

On the Feast of Corpus Christi the Church turns her heart to Jesus's real presence in the Blessed Sacrament.   A marvel of love, in the Eucharist the infinite enters the finite, the Creator his creation and the invisible the visible real.  Adoration, devotion, and gratitude should mark our response to this great mystery of our Faith. 

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Patrick launches into listeners' heartfelt questions about faith, anger, liturgical customs, and Catholic identity, peppering the conversations with wisdom, humor, and personal stories. One moment Patrick unfolds advice about handling irritation over “organized religion,” while the next, he responds to a Marine’s anxieties about spiritual witness among friends. Quirky banter with Cyrus seeps in between weighty reflections, all while Patrick threads practical suggestions for tithing, grappling with prayer, and recognizing unity even when church customs unexpectedly shift. Carmen (email) - Is it a sin to get angry or upset when people say they don’t like “organized” religion? (00:41) Marcin (email) - Why is everyone always beating up on Catholics? I just don’t get it, why are we so hated. (05:22) Zach - Going into the Marines Corps. with a buddy who isn’t very religious. How can I bring him to the faith? (12:33) Maria (email) - I travel a lot for work/fun, sometimes even up to 4 different dioceses per month for Sunday mass! Which parish do I give my weekly tithe to? When I encounter a situation at a parish in which the Eucharist appears to be treated illicitly (for example leavened bread or missing essential rubrics) should I still receive the communion or hold off? (18:05) Ruben (email) – Were the Armenians the first practicing Christians? (29:44) Rick (email) - If God allowed you to go back in time and be an eyewitness to any one of Jesus' many miracles, which one would you choose and why? (32:37) Paul (email) - I feel like I compartmentalize my prayer: Praying to God at church (Mass, Adoration), formal prayers at home, and my informal conversation with God throughout the day. But it feels like I’m praying to three different Gods. How do you merge these? (39:37) David - What are the differences between the new mass said now vs. the pre-Vatican II mass? (45:42)

Adoration - Live in actionAdoration ...begins with loveshows up in the body / is expressed through joyful and wholehearted worshipchanges the atmosphere

Today we look at Romans 3:24-31 and Pastor Dustin Clegg points out 3 things for us to talk through:1) The Demonstration. (3:24-26)2) The Haymakers. (3:27-30)3) Mold or Model? (3:31)How do we respond to this today? Adoration?Surrender?Gratitude?

How has God changed your life during Rise Up? From Ash Wednesday to Pentecost, we have journeyed together through 96 days of prayer, reflection, Scripture, and encouragement. In this final Rise Up video, Fr. Jonathan Meyer invites us to reflect on the fire God has lit in our hearts and asks an important question:

An uplifting worship song expressing deep love and adoration for the Lord. The lyrics emphasize themes of mercy, forgiveness, and unwavering devotion. Ideal for those seeking a spiritual and emotional connection through music.

Send us Fan MailJoin Valerie Delgado as she shares her inspiring journey of faith, from childhood prayers to discovering a personal relationship with Jesus through art, prayer, and ministry. Learn how trust, creativity, and surrender can deepen your faith and transform your life.Thanks for Tuning in to Yes Catholic!We're so grateful you joined us for this episode. If this story inspired you, be sure to like, share, and subscribe to keep saying Yes to Jesus with us.Stay connected with the Yes Catholic community on Instagram and subscribe on YouTube @yes.catholic for more powerful testimonies and faith-filled content.Your support helps us continue sharing stories and reaching people all over the world! Thank you in advance for your generosity!Thank you for being part of the Yes Catholic community—where real people share real stories, all for God's glory!Thank You to Our Sponsors!This episode of Yes Catholic is made possible by the generous support of our sponsors Truthly and Tabella. Your partnership helps us continue sharing powerful testimonies and inspiring stories of faith.

Send us Fan MailIf your family's Bible time feels like a chore chart and prayer feels like a performance, you're not alone and you're not stuck. We sit down with our Boys Ranch ministry team to get brutally practical about spiritual disciplines for kids and how to teach them without turning faith into pressure.We discuss: spiritual disciplines are practices that shape a real relationship with God, not hoops that earn love.We walk through what age-appropriate family Bible reading can look like from pre-K to high school. For little ones, we talk picture Bibles, story-driven rhythms like Advent, and making a child's first Bible a big deal. For elementary and middle school, we lean into narratives and curiosity with two prompts that change everything: “I notice” and “I wonder.” For teens, we name the temptation to chase “relevance” and instead encourage you to stay the course, let the Bible be central, and create a safe place for real questions.Then we shift to teaching children to pray. We break down healthy, real prayer as a conversation with God, including listening, not just talking. We share easy frameworks like the Taco Prayer acronym (Thanksgiving, Adoration, Confession, Others, Self) and a simple three-part prayer any family can use. Along the way, we tackle common misconceptions like treating God as a genie, assuming silence means God is absent, and trying to force consistency through guilt instead of grace.If you want practical Christian parenting tools for faith formation that actually work on busy days, press play. Subscribe, share this with a parent who needs it, and leave us a review so more families can find the show.Contact:podcasts@calfarley.org To Donate: https://secure.calfarley.org/site/Donation2?3358.donation=form1&df_id=3358&mfc_pref=TTo Apply:https://apply.workable.com/cal-farleys-boys-ranch/j/25E1226091/For More Information about Cal Farley's Boys Ranch:https://www.calfarley.org/Music:"Shine" -NewsboysCCS License No. 9402

Cette semaine, la Foi prise au mot répond à la question de l'un de ses téléspectateurs qui avait été surpris d'entendre un invité déclarer : " On ne doit pas avoir la même dévotion pour Marie que pour Dieu, on adore Dieu, on vénère Marie ". Comment comprendre cette déclaration ? Et plus généralement, doit-on avoir une attitude différente selon qu'on prie Dieu, le Christ, la Vierge, un saint ? Doit-on leur rendre le même culte ? Doit-on la même révérence à l'Eucharistie ou Saint Sacrement, qu'à des reliques ? Et que dire des images ? C'est à la passionnante question des intermédiaires entre Dieu et nous - que ce soient des personnes, des rites, des objets - que Régis Burnet va s'intéresser en compagnie de deux théologiens de la liturgie, le Père Louis-Marie Chauvet, curé de Deuil-la-Barre, et Frédérique Poulet, professeur à l'Université catholique de l'Ouest (Angers).Emission du 29 mai 2016.

Matt Swaim with highlights from tonight's The Journey Home. Chris McCarthy discusses adoration sodality at the Shrine of the Most Blessed Sacrament along with their upcoming young women's Eucharistic retreat. Domine Clemons talks about her journey and battle with cancer, and surrendering to God's will. Plus, Gail Buckley-Barringer's Scripture Verse of the week, and T's Two Sense looks at how pilgrimages strengthen faith.

Where have you encountered the presence of God?   In today's Rise Up reflection, Fr. Jonathan Meyer invites us to reflect on the places, people, and moments where God became deeply real to us.   The presence of Jesus matters.   From Bethlehem… to the Cross… to the empty tomb… to the Eucharist… God continually makes Himself present to us.   Today, take time to reflect:   ➡️ Where have I encountered God's presence? ➡️ Who helped lead me there? ➡️ What did that experience feel like?   Maybe it was: ✝️ at Mass

Maria Johnson and Inés Mersch discuss the challenges and graces of committing to a 54-day novena. Inés Huber Mersch is a faithful Catholic wife, mother, and grandmother residing in Mobile, Alabama. Her strong attraction to Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament led to her being invited to participate in the steering committee that brought Perpetual Adoration to the Archdiocese of Mobile and continues as one of the schedulers. She has also been a guest writer at Catholic Mom. Links in Show: Broken By Me by Inés Huber Mersch Read all articles by Maria Morera Johnson

In this episode, my wife, Pamela Rivera, joins me for a heartfelt conversation about how motherhood changes when our prayer life and interior life begin to deepen. Pam encourages listeners to embrace humility, rediscover the beauty of silence, and make space for the Lord to speak in the quiet moments of Adoration. Sometimes what our souls need most is less noise and more time in God's presence. In this conversation, we explore: Why pride stands in opposition to the feminine genius How trust in God's providence grows when we take courageous leaps of faith Whether marriage is more like a football team or a track team—and why the difference matters Plus, I sit down with my own mother to ask one simple question: “What was I like as a kid?” We would love it if you could leave a written review on Apple and share with your friends! Editing provided by Forte Catholic (https://www.fortecatholic.com/)

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Are you willing to be hated?   Jesus says in today's Gospel:   “If the world hates you, realize that it hated me first.”   Following Jesus does not always mean comfort, popularity, or approval.   Sometimes faithfulness means:   ➡️ standing for truth ➡️ defending life ➡️ protecting marriage and family ➡️ obeying God instead of culture   And not everyone will like that.   In today's Rise Up reflection, Fr. Jonathan Meyer reminds us that Christians are called to remain faithful even when the world disagrees.   But we are not alone.   When the world rejects you, Christ remains with you.   That's why prayer matters. That's why Adoration matters. That's why Christian community matters.   Stay faithful. Stay rooted in Christ. Do not be afraid.   Happy Easter.   #RiseUp #Catholic #Faith #Truth #Jesus #Prayer #Easter #ChristianLife

Check out this great show from April 16, 2026 Father Michael-Joseph Paris joins Patrick to discuss Silence (4:15) no time for silence and wide is it so important? (12:53) Why is silence difficult for us to enter into sometimes? (16:26) Agnes - What is a suggestion for a teacher or mother with a house full of kids? How does she find silence in the middle of all that noise? (19:26) Break 1 (21:13) Visual Noise (24:36) Sonya - Last week, that quiet voice said come down to the lake (here in Maine). I heard the voice again asking me to come to the lake. Later, the voice said 'now.' I went down to the lake and all quiet around. Sat there for 10 minutes and told God I was there. He told me 'Be still and know that I am God.' Saw the stillness of the winter beauty and lost myself in His presence. I was running from being busy for so long. (29:49) Kathy - I've been to silent retreats before. I brought books and stuff. Went to dinner and it was like all were mad at each other because nobody was talking. I worked in schools and son and friends would come over. Told kids to go outside while I had my coffee. Mom used to get up early. Have to arrange time for it. Email – Mary keeps the radio off while driving. (36:53) Marie - Go to the woods. Find a tree, bush, flower, listen to a bird. Just check out and be in nature...He is there. (39:02) Break 2 (40:29) Michelle - It is so precious. Adoration chapel...people wonder what should they do when they're there. Just present yourself to the Lord. With me, it's hiking in the woods. Get tired enough to sit down and breathe and listen to mother nature. I need nature to bring the sense of awe. (45:15) What is Mental prayer? Matt - The silence that people have is something I strive for. This show has been really helpful to get to that.

What does it look like to truly pray without ceasing? In this powerful series, Pastor Robert and his wife Carolyn unpack the fullness of prayer—showing how each type of prayer plays a vital role in a believer's life. Whether you're new to prayer or seeking to grow stronger in your faith, these messages will challenge and equip you to live a life marked by intentional, ongoing connection with God.   One by One is the broadcast ministry of Pastor Robert L. Scott Jr. of Quench Life Christian Fellowship. To learn more about QLCF, visit quenchlife.org. To support our ministry as we spread the Gospel, visit quenchlife.org/giving.

We open the show on Oz Pearlman — the mentalist who's been showing up on every podcast and somehow keeps reading minds for a living. Adam just caught him on Modern Wisdom, where Pearlman walked the host through his exact internal thought process — what he picked, what he second-guessed, what he settled on — like he had a pipeline straight into the man's head. Adam now rearranges his schedule whenever Oz pops up on a screen. So consider this a formal invitation: Oz, come drink whiskey with us. Tell us our favorite bourbon. We'll pour the Glencairns.Speaking of — this week we're sipping High West Campfire. A blend of straight rye, straight bourbon, and blended malt scotch. Yes, scotch. Peat smoke gives way to orange zest, English toffee, toasted brioche, salted caramel, leather, dark chocolate. It works.Then Adam gives an update on baby Mary. New listeners — Adam's daughter was born very early with a heart condition and a long list of complications. She's been in the NICU since birth. This past weekend was her actual due date, and after a long string of holding-the-line W's, she's turned a meaningful corner. Off the paralytic. Better oxygen, blood pressure, heart rate. Swelling coming down. Still a long road — likely nine to twelve more months in the NICU. Adam and Lady Haylee are deeply grateful. Keep them in your prayers. Both of them.Quick note from Dave: Good Shepherd Sunday in Tulsa. The pastor handed out cards and asked every man in the pews to write down the name of a young man who'd make a good priest. A thousand men doing that work together. Tulsa's per-capita priest count is already top five in the country — and we still need more.Then we get into it. The King in the Tabernacle.If the Eucharist is just a symbol, the Catholic Church is a 2,000-year deception. Flannery O'Connor's line — to hell with it — is the right one. But we don't believe it's a symbol. We believe what Christ said. Body, blood, soul, and divinity. The continuation of the Incarnation, until the end of the age.David's been reading The Real Presence by St. Peter Julian Eymard (Cor Jesu Press). Eymard is the patron of Eucharistic adoration — one homily in him, gave it for a lifetime. And one chapter lays out a battle plan for how to actually spend a holy hour. Not just sit there. Spend it.The four ends of worship — ACTS: Adoration, Contrition, Thanksgiving, Supplication. Eymard breaks the hour into four fifteen-minute sections. First fifteen: adoration. You don't walk into the royal court making demands. You fall on your knees and salute the King. Second fifteen: thanksgiving — for yourself, your family, the world. Thank Him for instituting the Eucharist at all. (Most of us forget that one.) Third fifteen: reparation. Stand in the gap. For your sins, for the world's, especially for the sacrileges against the Eucharist itself. Fourth fifteen: petition. Now you can ask. Ask large graces. Ask for the triumph of His Church. By the time you get there, you're asking for the right things.We talk about the difference between knowing the Eucharist is Christ and acting like it. You don't accidentally get a six-pack at 40. You don't accidentally get holy, either. We're body-soul composites — what we do with our bodies forms our souls. That's why we genuflect. Dress for Mass. Kneel after Communion. St. Charbel had two modes: preparing to receive, or thanking God for having received. The bar he set is the right one.We close with Eymard's image of the guard of honor. Jesus has made Himself vulnerable in the host. Heart pierced. Defenseless. Waiting on His men to show up and adore Him. That's the work. Guard duty. Get to adoration. Change your life.Raise your glass.TOPICS COVEREDOz Pearlman the mentalist — and Adam's open invitation to come on the showBaby Mary's update: off the paralytic, turning a corner after months in the NICUWhy prayer for Lady Haylee matters as much as prayer for MaryGood Shepherd Sunday in Tulsa — a thousand men writing down names of future priestsWhy the Eucharist is the reason to be Catholic — and why "to hell with it" is the right answer if it's a symbolSt. Peter Julian Eymard, the patron of Eucharistic adoration, and his book The Real PresenceWhy the real presence is the continuation of the IncarnationThe actual battle plan for a holy hour: ACTS in fifteen-minute sectionsWhy thanksgiving in adoration is the most perfect act of loveReparation — standing in the gap for sacrileges against the EucharistWhy your petitions get sharper after you've adored, thanked, and made reparationKnowing the Eucharist is Christ vs. actually acting like itWhy you're not going to accidentally get holy any more than you're going to accidentally get a six-pack at 40Body-soul composites: how genuflection, posture, and dress shape the interior lifeSt. Charbel's two modes — preparing to receive Communion, or thanking God for having receivedLady Pamela stopping at every chapel she passed — and why that 60 seconds was worth more than Adam realizedDon't let the perfect be the enemy of the excellentThe guard of honor: Jesus exposing Himself in the host, depending on His men to defend and adore HimBourbon of the week: High West Campfire — the rare rye/bourbon/scotch blendREFERENCED IN THIS EPISODEBooks:The Real Presence by St. Peter Julian Eymard (Cor Jesu Press)Saints:St. Peter Julian EymardSt. CharbelMother Angelica (and her new shoes at adoration)People & previous guests:Joey Spencer — on Christ becoming the fruit hanging on a treeJeff Cavins — on talking to Jesus like He's actually thereFlannery O'Connor / Dorothy Day — "If it's a symbol, to hell with it"Oz Pearlman (mentalist, Modern Wisdom podcast)Lady Haylee MinihanLady Pamela NilesConcepts & references:The four ends of worship: Adoration, Contrition, Thanksgiving, Supplication (ACTS)The National Eucharistic CongressGood Shepherd SundayEucharistic adorationThe continuation of the IncarnationSubstance and accidents (Aristotelian-Thomistic metaphysics of the Eucharist)SPONSOR BLOCKSponsor: Select International Tours — selectinternationaltours.comWhen Adam and Dave decided to lead their first pilgrimage, the same name kept coming up: Select International Tours. Having now used them, we can tell you they're the real deal. Whether you want to lead a pilgrimage or join one, Select has a tour ready for wherever the Lord is calling you. Head to selectinternationaltours.com and take a look.

What does it look like to truly pray without ceasing? In this powerful series, Pastor Robert and his wife Carolyn unpack the fullness of prayer—showing how each type of prayer plays a vital role in a believer's life. Whether you're new to prayer or seeking to grow stronger in your faith, these messages will challenge and equip you to live a life marked by intentional, ongoing connection with God.   One by One is the broadcast ministry of Pastor Robert L. Scott Jr. of Quench Life Christian Fellowship. To learn more about QLCF, visit quenchlife.org. To support our ministry as we spread the Gospel, visit quenchlife.org/giving.

Jesus can easily be relegated in our minds to specific areas of our lives or in popular art. We see depictions of him in paintings, music, and films. But, Jesus is more real and more present to us than any artistic representation can reproduce. This blogcast explores “Jesus Alive: Encountering the Truth of Christ" from the Ad Infinitum blog, written by Brady Baylis and read by Jonathan Harrison.I think there is something special about a cover—about taking a song, a painting, or a movie and recreating it within the modern frame of mind. Aretha Franklin's bold and unapologetic “Respect” is a perfect example, as she interprets the song as a Black woman in the 1960's. As is Jimi Hendrix's “All Along the Watchtower,” in which he narrates the song with hauntingly beautiful guitar riffs. In visual art, Andy Warhol recreates the portrait of Mao Zedong with a messy array of bright colors—an unusual depiction of the dictator. Finally, modern movies, headlined by the Cohen Brothers' True Grit, give life to old characters and stories, recreating them for new audiences.However, even the Beatles, the most covered band of all time, cannot compete with the millions of interpretations of Jesus Christ. Thousands of artists have painted Christ crucified or the Madonna and Child. Everyone from Van Gogh, Basquiat, or da Vinci have painted Jesus Christ, each in their own manner. It can be mind-numbing to try to flip through them all, viewing each painting, alien to the others, and, oftentimes, to us. There are always two questions to ask when discussing art: “What is this artist trying to say?” and “What do we think he or she is trying to say?”These questions matter much more when investigating faith. In a special way, how artists of all disciplines—including sculptors, writers, or directors—interpret Jesus will affect us. Every Catholic, no doubt, thinks of Jesus through some piece of art or another, but Jesus is more than just a collection of paints, words, or images. Jesus is alive. It is tempting to trap Him in a Caravaggio, an El Greco, or even in the Passion of the Christ—to prevent Him from challenging us. Jesus as represented in art cannot call us out in our sins; He cannot tell us the hard truths we need to wrestle with. Even further, we should not trap Jesus in the Church or solely in the Mass. Yes, we are oftentimes challenged in specific ways during the Mass, especially when a priest gives a difficult homily. It can be easy, however, to selectively hear the priest, interpreting him and hearing only what we want to hear. We often want a sanitized Jesus, one that affirms us and makes us feel good. But while Jesus resides in the tabernacle and comes to meet us in every celebration of the Eucharist, He cannot be left there. Jesus wants to encounter us personally in order for us to help others encounter Him.Jesus always challenged His disciples to worship, act, and believe in accordance with truth. Jesus was not “sanitized” or acting in the “proper way” when He overturned the tables of the money changers; He was not “sanitized” when He described the narrow way; and He surely was not clean and tidy when He died on the Cross. Jesus defied our expectations. He was filled with passion for God's truth. While He is Beauty itself, Jesus often made His listeners look away as they were unable to embrace the unsavory truth that can be hard to swallow.I enjoy going to Washington's National Gallery of Art or New York's MET, but next time I see Christ there, I will be reminded that He is not trapped in the golden walls of the frame. Jesus is alive, living in the Eucharist and in others. While it is beautiful to witness Jesus in the arts, we must remember that Christ lives in the audience, the museum goers. While the beauty of the art itself is mesmerizing, Christ is alive in flesh, both on the altar and in people who remind us that, while beautiful, Christ's message is a challenge.  Author:Brady Baylis is alum of The Catholic University of America with a degree in history and secondary education. Resources:Listen to On Mission: Eucharistic Revival: Year of MissionEucharist podcastsRead the Ad Infinitum blogBlog posts about the Eucharist Follow us:The Catholic Apostolate CenterThe Center's podcast websiteInstagramFacebookApple PodcastsSpotify Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. also appears on the podcast, On Mission, which is produced by the Catholic Apostolate Center and you can also listen to his weekly Sunday Gospel reflections. Follow the Center on Facebook, Instagram, X (Twitter), and YouTube to remain up-to-date on the latest Center resources.

God's good gifts and perfect perception.

Who do you know that feels lost or rejected? Maybe it's a friend. Maybe it's a child. Maybe it's someone in your own family. Or maybe… it's you. In today's Rise Up reflection, Fr. Jonathan Meyer reminds us of the powerful words of Jesus: “I should not lose anything of what He gave me.” You are not forgotten. You are not abandoned. You are not rejected. Jesus is searching for you. Jesus is chasing after you. Jesus loves you enough to rescue you. Today, pray for those who feel trapped, alone, or unseen. Invite someone to Mass, to Adoration, or simply to pray for three minutes. Let yourself be found. Happy Easter. #RiseUp #Catholic #Faith #Hope #Healing #Prayer #Easter #JesusLovesYou

This episode explores how Perugia functioned as a dynamic center of Renaissance art and how Perugino emerged as its most influential painter. It considers the city's political, religious, and economic structures as active forces shaping artistic production, while examining how workshop practices, patronage, and regional identity intersected with broader Florentine influences.At the heart of the discussion is Perugino's distinctive style—marked by clarity, harmony, and compositional balance—and the role his workshop played in spreading that visual language across central Italy. The episode ultimately frames Perugia not as a peripheral center, but as a key contributor to the artistic networks that helped define the transition toward the High Renaissance.Works Discussed: Perugino, Adoration of the Magi, 1470's https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adoration_of_the_Magi_(Perugino,_Perugia)Perugino, Apollo and Daphnis, 1475-1500 https://collections.louvre.fr/ark:/53355/cl010064934Perugino, Decemviri Altarpiece, 1495/96 https://www.museivaticani.va/content/museivaticani/en/collezioni/musei/la-pinacoteca/sala-vii---secolo-xv-xvi/perugino--la-madonna-col-bambino-e-i-ss--lorenzo--ludovico-di-to.htmlFollow/Support/Watch: https://linktr.ee/italian_renaissance_podcastThe Florentine Renaissance CourseSupport the show

Jesus continues to teach us how to pray by reminding us of who it is that we're praying to: A God who is holy. And, as we approach him, we are reminded that his holiness is not only overwhelming but also our greatest comfort.Application Questions: 1. How do you view God when you come to him in prayer?2. How does the combination of God's fatherhood and his holiness shape how you relate to him?3. How might meditating on his holiness bring about his name being hallowed in your heart?4. How might you strive to live in a way that hallows his name in the world?

Habakkuk ministered in a tense moment in Israel's history—when Babylon was rising and judgment was approaching—yet the heart of his book is deeply personal: moving from impatience and confusion to steadfast trust in God's timing. In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef walks through Habakkuk's prayer in chapter 3 and points to three features that can reshape your own prayer life when answers feel delayed: Humility before God: Habakkuk begins by questioning God's silence (Habakkuk 1:2), but ends with reverent awe—learning to submit his perspective to God's sovereignty. Adoration of God: Instead of using prayer only to get solutions, Habakkuk models prayer as worship—asking to know God more and responding in obedience. Focus on God's work: Habakkuk pleads for mercy and awakening—not because the people deserve it, but because he longs for God's Name to be glorified. Where many sink into anger, depression, or prayerlessness when heaven feels quiet, Habakkuk turns delay into discipleship—asking, in effect, “Lord, what are You teaching me? How can I trust You more?” This devotional will help you pray through waiting seasons with faith, perspective, and joy that isn't dependent on circumstances. Prayer: Father, may I set my heart on You, the God of grace, wisdom, and sovereign power. I believe Your promises and will wait on You. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen.  Scripture Focus: “Though the fig tree does not bud and there are no grapes on the vines, though the olive crop fails and the fields produce no food, though there are no sheep in the pen and no cattle in the stalls, yet I will rejoice in the Lord, I will be joyful in God my Savior” (Habakkuk 3:17-18).  *This devotional adapted from Life-Changing Prayers by Michael Youssef © 2018. Published by Baker Books, Grand Rapids, MI. Used by permission. Learn more in Dr. Michael A. Youssef's sermon Life-Changing Prayers, Part 4: LISTEN NOW The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

What small gift can you offer to Jesus today? In today's Gospel, a young boy offers just a few loaves and fish… and Jesus multiplies it to feed thousands. In this Rise Up reflection, Fr. Meyer invites us to do the same. Your gift may seem small: ➡️ a few minutes of prayer ➡️ a kind phone call ➡️ time in Adoration ➡️ an act of generosity But when you offer it to the Lord… He blesses it. He multiplies it. He uses it to change lives. Today, don't wait. Offer your gift… and let God do the rest. ⸻ #RiseUp #Catholic #Easter #Faith #Give #Eucharist #Serve

Father Michael-Joseph Paris joins Patrick to discuss Silence (4:15) no time for silence and wide is it so important? (12:53) Why is silence difficult for us to enter into sometimes? (16:26) Agnes - What is a suggestion for a teacher or mother with a house full of kids? How does she find silence in the middle of all that noise? (19:26) Break 1 (21:13) Visual Noise (24:36) Sonya - Last week, that quiet voice said come down to the lake (here in Maine). I heard the voice again asking me to come to the lake. Later, the voice said 'now.' I went down to the lake and all quiet around. Sat there for 10 minutes and told God I was there. He told me 'Be still and know that I am God.' Saw the stillness of the winter beauty and lost myself in His presence. I was running from being busy for so long. (29:49) Kathy - I've been to silent retreats before. I brought books and stuff. Went to dinner and it was like all were mad at each other because nobody was talking. I worked in schools and son and friends would come over. Told kids to go outside while I had my coffee. Mom used to get up early. Have to arrange time for it. Email – Mary keeps the radio off while driving. (36:53) Marie - Go to the woods. Find a tree, bush, flower, listen to a bird. Just check out and be in nature...He is there. (39:02) Break 2 (40:29) Michelle - It is so precious. Adoration chapel...people wonder what should they do when they're there. Just present yourself to the Lord. With me, it's hiking in the woods. Get tired enough to sit down and breathe and listen to mother nature. I need nature to bring the sense of awe. (45:15) What is Mental prayer? Matt - The silence that people have is something I strive for. This show has been really helpful to get to that.

Preparing the Bride - Understanding a true life of worship.

Check out this show from June 23, 2025 Fr. Eric Nielsen joins Patrick to Discuss Eucharistic Adoration What is Eucharistic adoration? (4:11) Why is adoration different from just praying to God in the quiet? (11:23) Pat - I go to adoration every Friday and 3rd or 5th Thursday. Went last Friday and came to the conclusion that we see the creator of everything we have. I think that's an amazing thing. How to deal with distractions during Adoration? (18:07) Patrick - Praying the Rosary. What's your opinion on that? (21:28) Break 1 Dave - Adoration...doing it for 10-12 years. Game changer. Turned my life around and made tough decisions because of it. (27:10) Linda - Question about adoration in our chapel. We have a chapel that is open to our main church. Tabernacle is easily accessible. We pray weekly in a group (group of mothers). Theresa - I was first introduced in 1976 when I was in a youth mission program. I didn't fully embrace it at that point. I was 16. in 2018...I became a regular adorer. One night it wasn't my night to be there, awoke abruptly and went to the adoration chapel to pray for someone who was dying. Next day, I found out it was a friend whose husband was dying. Appreciate the relationship with Christ. (37:02) Break 2 What is a “holy hour”? (42:57) Carol - I'm learning to do more in Adoration. Love this subject and learning so much from it. Now I really know what to do. It's helping to save lives. Grateful for RR. (46:19) Marie - I go to adoration. After Mass, we have prayer group. We cannot go to the chapel because people don't like the audible prayer. Is it equal to pray in front of the tabernacle in the church? Armando – What is the proper dress code for adoration?

In this service, we continue exploring what it means to worship—not as a routine or obligation, but as a posture of the heart. This week, we focus on adoration—what it means to truly admire, love, and give our full attention to God for who He is, not just for what He can do for us. Through prayer, Scripture, and worship, we are reminded that God is worthy of our praise—yesterday, today, and forever. We are invited to lift our attention to Him, placing Him at the center, and allowing our worship to shape our perspective and protect our hearts from a self-centered faith. You'll also hear how worship impacts our lives beyond Sunday mornings, including the ongoing impact of Winter Retreat in the lives of children and students, made possible through the faithfulness of our church family. If this service encourages you, we invite you to: Connect with us in the comments during the service Partner with us in the work God is doing through giving Thank you for worshiping with us today.

How can I obtain rest in the Lord, being patient with others in Adoration, what is the #Catholic teaching on veiling?, and not sure there is a God anymore? Join us for this Mailbag edition of Open Line Monday with Fr. John Trigilio. (Originally aired on 5/8/23)

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In this Palm Sunday message from Brady Randall, Revelation 7:9–17 reveals what the crowds waving palms never fully grasped: Jesus came not to overthrow enemies, but to conquer sin and death through sacrifice. Discover how his finished work offers shelter, satisfaction, and solace—and how that eternal praise can begin in your life today.Message Summary & Transcript - https://www.orchardhillchurch.com/blog-post/2026/3/23/temporary-praise-or-eternal-adoration-palm-sunday-2026Subscribe to Orchard Hill Plus! - https://orchardhillplus.buzzsprout.com/shareConnect with Orchard Hill ChurchWebsite | https://www.orchardhillchurch.comMobile App | https://https://www.orchardhillchurch.com/appYouTube | https://www.youtube.com/channel/OrchardHillChurchPAFacebook | https://www.facebook.com/orchardhillchurch/Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/orchardhillchurch/Twitter | https://twitter.com/orchard_hill

March 30th, 2026:  Fig Monday - Bear Fruit at the End of Our Spiritual Combat;  The Passion Reveals Love's Merciful Covenant;  Adoration of God Comes Before All Else;  The Time Drawing Near;  Anoint Our Lord with Your Tears

Do Not Let Your Hearts Be Troubled Young Adults Retreat with Fr. Bernard Adoration Gospel and Homily, a Q&A Session and a Mass Gospel and Homily The Retreat also featured a Rosary Walk and other activities, which were not recorded. Do Not Let Your Hearts Be Troubled At a young adult retreat . . . . . . centered on Adoration, Scripture, and Mass, participants were invited to deepen their relationship with Jesus Christ through listening, trust, and authentic faith. The Gospel from Gospel of John emphasizes Jesus' reassurance: “Do not let your hearts be troubled,” reminding believers that He is the way, the truth, and the life, and that trust in Him brings peace amid life's anxieties. The homily connects this to everyday experience . . . like the confidence felt when loved ones are present . . . showing that faith in Jesus gives courage and purpose. A central theme is the distinction between knowing about Jesus and truly knowing Him through personal encounter. Faith is not meant to be lived alone but shared in community, strengthened through prayer, Adoration, and participation in the Church. During the Q&A, key topics included: • Marian devotion, explained through the spirituality of Saint Louis de Montfort, emphasizing that true devotion to Mary always leads to Jesus • Vocation discernment, highlighting the importance of listening to God despite distractions and fears • Doubt, acknowledged as part of faith, but overcome by trust in God's constant presence • Modern challenges, encouraging young people to seek silence, prayer, and truth amid a noisy and confusing world. The Mass Gospel from Gospel of Luke reinforces humility in prayer through the parable of the Pharisee and the tax collector. True prayer comes from the heart, not self-righteousness. The retreat concludes with a Lenten call to prayer, fasting, and almsgiving, stressing that what God desires most is not outward actions alone, but a sincere heart—offering even one's sins for transformation. Overall, the message encourages young adults to: • Trust in Jesus • Encounter Him personally • Live faith in community • Pray with humility • Respond courageously to God's call Listen more to Do Not Let Your Hearts Be Troubled --------------------------------------------------------------- During this Retreat, a brief description of future Retreats is discussed. --------------------------------------------------------------- Art Work The Storm on the Sea of Galilee: Dutch Painter: Rembrandt: 1633 Uniquely, this painting was in a Boston Museum for almost 100 years, until 1990. It was stolen that year and remains missing.

Adoration of the Bridegroom (Ephesians 5) by Good News Baptist Church

To pray is "to lift up our minds and hearts to God."  Often, however, we lose a proper sense of the grandeur and awesome nature of God.  Routine makes us used to prayer and God becomes something taken for granted, ordinary, and even boring.  Reflecting on God's power and transcendence can spark us to a renewed love for him and new horizons in our prayer life.