Podcasts about Candlemas

Fr. John Brancich, FSSP, is the pastor of St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Nashua, New Hampshire. He was ordained into the Priestly Fraternity of Saint Peter in 2004. In Today's Show: Why was polygamy permitted in the Old Testament? Is it modest for women to wear pants? Do those in purgatory know we celebrated a mass for them? Why was evolution not mentioned in the Bible? What "physical acts" does the Church allow in marriage? Why are exorcisms so rare? Is it okay to travel far for a TLM? Are criticisms of Pope Leo an act of schism?  Can fathers bless their children, even if they're married? Can you accept Christ on your deathbed? Do the candles blessed at Candlemas need to be 100% beeswax? Can we have mass for non-Catholics? Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

Fr. Blackburn preached a sermon on the feast of Candlemas, 2 February 2025

Welcome back to The Latin Prayer Podcast! Today, we're learning the Ave Regina Caelorum, one of the four great Marian antiphons of the Church. This beautiful hymn is traditionally sung from Candlemas to Holy Thursday, honoring Our Lady as the Queen of Heaven. To help you learn and memorize it, I've created a FREE Latin learning guide so you can not only understand the meaning of each word but also confidently pray and chant it. In this episode, I'll walk you through the pronunciation, the translation, and even how to chant it, so you can fully embrace this rich part of Catholic tradition. Find the PDF to the prayer on my Patreon Page - for those of you who are able to financially support the podcast please Click Here (https://www.patreon.com/thelatinprayerpodcast). A huge thank you to my patrons! To Support FishEaters.com Click Here (https://www.patreon.com/fisheaters) Please check out our Resources, Gift Ideas & Affiliate Links page: https://dylandrego.podbean.com/p/resources-gift-ideas-affiliate-links Join me and others in praying the Holy Rosary every day; here are the Spotify quick links to the Rosary: Joyful Mysteries https://open.spotify.com/episode/1yhnGJNSl67psg94j3si3s?si=7IjqIg2wQQaZTJTiDm-Dhw Sorrowful Mysteries https://open.spotify.com/episode/3P0nIdaLuEjesHRMklwfoj?si=6qF7JBYpRiG0ylwuOohFwA Glorious Mysteries https://open.spotify.com/episode/3t7lCF7nFQDR3py1jjTAE1?si=hBb_5Ne5Rwu-993nUUqHqg Luminous Mysteries https://open.spotify.com/episode/6vlAjEGgWPCI79K7Eylh31?si=Hue9USzkTf-L3wrXrK79MQ 15 Decade Rosary https://open.spotify.com/episode/2q33PXMrinZi6fkaV6X7vn?si=Jy_d2xLlTVihD5qa4fSH9g To follow me on other platforms Click on my LinkTree below. linktr.ee/dylandrego If you have any prayers you'd like to request, or comments and/or suggestions - please email me at latinprayerpodcast@gmail.com. Know that if you are listening to this, I am praying for you. Please continue to pray with me and for me and my family. May everything you do be Ad Majorem Dei Gloriam. God Love You! Valete (Goodbye) This podcast may contain copyrighted material the use of which may not always have been specifically authorized by the copyright owner. We are making such material available in our efforts to advanced the teachings of the Holy Catholic Church for the promulgation of religious education. We believe this constitutes a "fair use” of any such copyrighted material as provided for in section 107 of the US copyright law, and section 29, 29.1 & 29.2 of the Canadian copyright act. Music Credit: 3MDEHDDQTEJ1NBB0

Questions Covered: 05:50 – Is killing an intrinsically evil act? 16:43 – Can a Catholic date a divorced person that was not married in the Catholic Church? 20:54 – I'm Catholic and was just married in a non-denominational church. Is my marriage valid? If not, how do I make it valid? 23:48 – If a person discovered that their partner was homosexual, would it be an impediment to receiving an annulment? 30:35 – How can the Church claim that there is no salvation outside the Catholic Church? 36:09 – I was asked by my pastor to no longer kneel for communion. What advice do you have for me? 45:43 – Why did God appear so cruel, angry and petty in the Old Testament? 50:51 – I had candles blessed during Candlemas. If the holy water didn't touch my candle, is it still blessed? 52:16 – How can I learn to love God when my fear for him is much bigger? …

The Sermon from the 4th Sunday after Epiphany, on which was celebrated Candlemas, delivered by the Very Rev. Sean S. Templeton at St. Anselm Anglican Church on February 2nd, 2025. The Scripture and Prayers for the Day may be found here: https://bcp2019.anglicanchurch.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/112-The-Presentation-of-Christ-Feb-2-landscape.pdf Learn more about St. Anselm Anglican Church at: www.StAnselmAnglican.org

According to the Church's rubrics, the Candlemas candles can only be blessed if they will be lit and carried in procession. In this way, these candles are a symbol of the light we, as Catholics, must carry out into the world as a sign of our life in Christ in a state of sanctifying grace.

We are entering the Times of Candlemas where we focus on working with the Element of Fire and it’s the... The post A Year of Ritual Practices (con) appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

The sermon for the Purification of Mary and the Presentation of Our Lord (also known as Candlemas) by Pastor Widmer

Homily from the Feast of the Presentation of the Lord in the Temple (Candlemas) A.D. MMXXV.

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5th February, 2025 – Fr. Billy talks about the readings for the feast of the Presentation of the Lord and then goes on to talk about Holocaust Memorial Day.  It is necessary to look at the reasons why human nature gets corrupted if we are to avoid them reoccurring.  Once God is eliminated; all is […] L'articolo RM Breakfast Show – Fr Billy Swan – Candlemas Day and Holocaust Memorial Day proviene da Radio Maria.

Candlemas 2025 | Luke 2 : 22 - 40

The Crone and Sage are entering the Times of Candlemas and as an Extra have shared their Ingress Ritual celebration. The Ingress... The post Extra Candlemas Ingress Ritual appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

William Shakespeare never mentions the celebration of Candlemas by name in his works, but we know Shakespeare was involved in the celebration of Candlemas in 1602 from a diary entry written by a man named John Manningham, who wrote about attending a performance of Shakespeare's Twelfth Night, on February 2 of that year, the traditional Feast Day of Candlemas.This 1602 performance took place at Middle Temple Hall, one of the ancient and prestigious training and education establishments for lawyers in the heart of London. Shakespeare also spent Candlemas in other years with his acting troupe at the royal court, producing plays for Elizabeth I and James I.What was Candlemas? How was it celebrated? Why was Shakespeare involved in staging plays for the Queen and King? What did they look like, and why were they performed on Candlemas? Who was there? And what do we know about how the plays were received?To answer these questions, and to introduce us to the holiday of Candlemas, and to Shakespeare as a court performer, welcome to our guest Brett Dolman, historian and curator at Hampton Court Palace, where Shakespeare himself once performed. Get bonus episodes on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today for the feast of the Presentation of the Lord (traditionally known as "Candlemas"), the liturgy has us process into the church each holding a lit candle. The symbolism here is that Christ has now passed his light on to us, and we are to burn brightly in the world, attracting many living in darkness to Christ, the true Light. Christians throughout the centuries have done this, often effecting great changes for the good in civil society, and sometimes, even changing the world. May our light shine in the darkness!

If you just can’t wait for spring, you might want to use one of the calendar markers of long-ago Europe and the British Isles. In their traditions, early February marked the end of winter and the start of spring. The days were getting longer and warmer, with the promise of even more sunlight to come. Early February falls roughly half way between the winter solstice and the spring equinox. Such midpoints are known as cross-quarter days. That means they cross between the quarter days – the solstices and equinoxes. Early Christians celebrated February 2nd as Candlemas. It was the 40th day of Christmas. People brought their candles to church to have them blessed for the whole year. In Ireland and Scotland, the February celebration came on the 1st. It was known as Imbolc. The name may indicate the start of lambing season, although it could have other meanings as well. One of the traditions of Imbolc concerned the weather. If the day was sunny and cold, it meant winter would maintain its icy grip until the equinox, about six weeks away. But if the day was warm and cloudy, then winter was just about over. Some people relied on badgers or other animals to come out of their dens to check out the conditions. That tradition was carried to the United States by immigrants. And it’s still with us today as Groundhog Day – a modern celebration of a cross-quarter day – one that marked the beginning of spring. Script by Damond Benningfield

Full Text of ReadingsFeast of the Presentation of the Lord Lectionary: 524The Saint of the day is Presentation of the LordThe Story of the Presentation of the Lord At the end of the fourth century, a woman named Etheria made a pilgrimage to Jerusalem. Her journal, discovered in 1887, gives an unprecedented glimpse of liturgical life there. Among the celebrations she describes is the Epiphany, the observance of Christ's birth, and the gala procession in honor of his Presentation in the Temple 40 days later. Under the Mosaic Law, a woman was ritually “unclean” for 40 days after childbirth, when she was to present herself to the priests and offer sacrifice—her “purification.” Contact with anyone who had brushed against mystery—birth or death—excluded a person from Jewish worship. This feast emphasizes Jesus' first appearance in the Temple more than Mary's purification. The observance spread throughout the Western Church in the fifth and sixth centuries. Because the Church in the West celebrated Jesus' birth on December 25, the Presentation was moved to February 2, 40 days after Christmas. At the beginning of the eighth century, Pope Sergius inaugurated a candlelight procession; at the end of the same century the blessing and distribution of candles which continues to this day became part of the celebration, giving the feast its popular name: Candlemas. Reflection In Luke's account, Jesus was welcomed in the temple by two elderly people, Simeon and the widow Anna. They embody Israel in their patient expectation; they acknowledge the infant Jesus as the long-awaited Messiah. Early references to the Roman feast dub it the feast of Saint Simeon, the old man who burst into a song of joy which the Church still sings at day's end. Saint of the Day, Copyright Franciscan Media

The Presentation of Our Lord Jesus Christ in the TempleCandlemas Procession at Compline ANTIPHON: Behold, our Lord will come with power – Plainsong, Mode III [American Gradual] PROCESSIONAL PSALM 48 PSALM 84 – Peter R. Hallock (1924-2014) HYMN: Virgin-born, we bow before thee – Claude Goudimel (c. 1514-1572) Nunc Dimittis with Candlemas Antiphon ANTHEM: Almighty […]

What's up, dudes? It's Candlemas! Yes, today we say goodbye to Christmastide. To celebrate, I've got Thom Crowe from ‘Tis the Podcast and Art Kilmer from A Cozy Christmas with to talk about the 1981 episode of SuperBook “The First Christmas!”Once again, several Gospel pericopes are concatenated in this New Testament-inspired episode. While feeling nostalgic and missing his mother at Christmas, Chris, Joy, and his robot toy Gizmo find themselves transported by the mystical book. When the psychedelia settles, they stare up in awe at a vast dessert from another time!  Finding themselves in the 1st century BC Holy Land, the trio arrive during the time for Caesar Augustus's decree. Accordingly, St. Joseph and the Blessed Virgin Mary make the trek to Bethlehem, their ancestral home. Simultaneously the Magi follow a star to Bethlehem in search of a new king. The trio meet the Holy Family and journey with them to the same town. That night they see the Angel's proclamation of great joy, and follow some shepherds to the inn where Jesus was born. They also foil Herod's plot to have the Magi followed and the child killed. Having saved the day, they return to their time and celebrate Christmas properly.An inn with no room? Check. Magi following a star? Got it. Adoring the Holy Family? Definitely! So grab your gold, frankincense, and myrrh, stay with your clockwork robot in a shepherd's house, and head to Bethlehem with this episode! O come, let us adore him in SuperBook “The First Christmas!”'Tis the PodcastFB: @tisthepodcastBlueSky: @tisthepodcast.bsky.socialIG: @tisthepodcastFB Group: Tis the Podcast GroupA Cozy ChristmasFB: @cozychristmaspodcastIG: @cozychristmaspodcastBlueSky: @cozychristmas.bsky.socialGive us a buzz! Send a text, dudes!Check us out on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Totally Rad Christmas Mall & Arcade, Teepublic.com, or TotallyRadChristmas.com! Later, dudes!

Luke 2:22-40   When the time came for their purification according to the law of Moses, the parents of Jesus brought him up to Jerusalem to present him to the Lord (as it is written in the law of the Lord, "Every firstborn male shall be designated as holy to the Lord"), and they offered a sacrifice according to what is stated in the law of the Lord, "a pair of turtledoves or two young pigeons." Now there was a man in Jerusalem whose name was Simeon; this man was righteous and devout, looking forward to the consolation of Israel, and the Holy Spirit rested on him. It had been revealed to him by the Holy Spirit that he would not see death before he had seen the Lord's Messiah. Guided by the Spirit, Simeon came into the temple; and when the parents brought in the child Jesus, to do for him what was customary under the law, Simeon took him in his arms and praised God, saying, "Master, now you are dismissing your servant in peace, according to your word; for my eyes have seen your salvation, which you have prepared in the presence of all peoples, a light for revelation to the Gentiles and for glory to your people Israel." And the child's father and mother were amazed at what was being said about him. Then Simeon blessed them and said to his mother Mary, "This child is destined for the falling and the rising of many in Israel, and to be a sign that will be opposed so that the inner thoughts of many will be revealed-- and a sword will pierce your own soul too." There was also a prophet, Anna the daughter of Phanuel, of the tribe of Asher. She was of a great age, having lived with her husband seven years after her marriage, then as a widow to the age of eighty-four. She never left the temple but worshiped there with fasting and prayer night and day. At that moment she came, and began to praise God and to speak about the child to all who were looking for the redemption of Jerusalem. When they had finished everything required by the law of the Lord, they returned to Galilee, to their own town of Nazareth. The child grew and became strong, filled with wisdom; and the favor of God was upon him.

When God Enters His Temple: The Mystery of the Presentation A Light Revealed: The Feast of the Presentation We begin with candles—simple yet profound. By doing something so unusual, the Church signals that today's feast is anything but ordinary. The Feast of the Presentation of the Lord, also known as Candlemas, begins with the lighting of candles, the blessing of the very instruments that will illuminate our worship and homes. This ritual reminds us of the deeper truth at the heart of this celebration: the light we honor today has a name. His name is Jesus Christ. As proclaimed in the Gospel, He is the “light of revelation to the Gentiles” and the “glory of Israel“—not hidden but revealed for all nations to see. This is no mere commemoration of Mary and Joseph bringing their child to the temple. Rather, the greater mystery we celebrate today is the Lord presenting Himself. Scripture tells us, “Suddenly the Lord whom you seek will appear in the temple.” At first, this may seem odd—shouldn't the Lord always be found in His temple? And yet, this verse speaks of something deeper, an intensification of divine presence. The Lord is not merely invoked or symbolized here. He is truly present, personally, physically, as the Incarnate Word, entering the temple not just spiritually but in human flesh. God's Presence Revealed to the World What a contrast! The grandeur of God's presence—His infinite majesty—contained within the small, fragile frame of an infant. In the midst of temple sacrifices, the very God to whom those offerings are made is among His people, gazing upon the worship offered in His name. But this is no ordinary gaze—it is the eye of God Himself, beholding His people, receiving their prayers, and preparing the ultimate sacrifice that will redeem them all. This is the mystery of today's feast: the glory of God made manifest in the temple; the Lord who was sought now present among us. Listen more to this Meditation Media. Listen to: When God Enters His Temple: The Mystery of the Presentation *************************************** Image Simeon In The Temple: Dutch Painter: Rembrandt: 1631 *************************************** Gospel Reading: Luke 2:22-40 First Reading: Malachi 3: 1-4 Second Reading: Hebrews 2: 14-18

February 2nd, 2024 Candlemas: Encountering the Lord The Prayers of Candlemas The Three Mysteries of Candlemas Candlemas Light for Revelation and Glory Candlemas and the Eucharist

The Rev. Ryan Fleenor's sermon from Feb 2, 2025, The Presentation of Our Lord or Candlemas. For more information, visit www.saintlukesdarien.org.

Daniel Adkinson - The Feast of the Presentation of Our Lord Jesus Christ in the Temple - Candlemas

Slip-sliding resolutions, sleepy sheep and saluting the darkness even as winter turns to spring, with Conall Hamill, Beth Kilkenny, Kevin Gildea, Karl O'Neill, Mae Leonard and Neil Hegarty

February 2, 2025

Candlemas/Presentation of the Lord

Sermon begins at 17:30.   Bulletin: Presentation Bulletin 25   Congregation at Prayer: CaP, 2/2/25

Episode Notes Fr. Dave Mowers, preaching Luke 2:22-40 Find out more at https://trinity-church-baraboo-sermons.pinecast.co

“This present feast is one of the greater of the whole year... Because there are three grades of sanctity which we celebrate in this feast.” St. Vincent Ferrer (1350-1419) was a Spanish Dominican friar, theologian, and renowned preacher known for his fiery sermons and missionary work across Europe. He was deeply devoted to calling people to repentance, emphasizing the urgency of salvation and often preaching about the Last Judgment. This earned him the moniker "Angel of the Judgment." In this Candlemas sermon, St. Vincent reflects on the three significant events which this great feast commemorates: the Meeting with Simeon, the Presentation of Christ, and the Purification of Mary. Links: Full text: https://www.svfsermons.org/C117_Purification%20of%20the%20BVM.htm SUBSCRIBE to Catholic Culture Audiobooks https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/catholic-culture-audiobooks/id1482214268 SIGN UP for Catholic Culture's newsletter http://www.catholicculture.org/newsletter DONATE at http://www.catholicculture.org/donate/audio  Theme music: "2 Part Invention", composed by Mark Christopher Brandt, performed by Thomas Mirus. ©️2019 Heart of the Lion Publishing Co./BMI. All rights reserved.

Happy Candlemas to one and all. In this episode we talk a lot about baptism: what is it, where did it come from and does it still matter? And did Nick really write a book on it without realising? Also we have more on the neurodiverse approaches to church, we touch on different ways of understanding justice, and we think about whether laying down your life for others means denying who you truly are. Finally, we have a worship song about Worthing and we launch the mystical experience helpline. Support the podcast Contact the podcast through your email machine Mid-faith Crisis Facebook Page Nick's Blog Mentioned in this episode: Candlemas Erin Burdett, With All Your Mind: Autism and the Church 'I want to love God with all my mind, but as an autistic Christian, my brain works differently to yours' Brains faggots Tapioca Is it Worthing? - song

Preaching for the Feast of the Presentation, Anna Robertson offers a reflection on how the Prophet Anna's role in the readings informs our faith lives today: "[Anna] went forth preaching, carrying the Good News of the Light of the World beyond the walls of the temple to those who yearned for salvation. When we leave Mass on Candlemas, it is not enough to return to our homes with our candles, cozy in our assurance of our private salvation. Rather, Anna reminds us that we must bring the Good News out into the world, particularly to those who are suffering and longing for consolation." Anna Robertson is Director of Distributed Organizer at Discerning Deacons. In the past, she has served as Director of Youth and Young Adult Mobilization at Catholic Climate Covenant and Campus Minister for Retreats at Seattle University. She has a Master's of Theological Studies from Boston College Clough School of Theology and Ministry and a Bachelor of Arts in Theology from Xavier University in Ohio. Visit www.catholicwomenpreach.org/preaching/02022025 to learn more about Anna, to read her preaching text, and for more preaching from Catholic women.

Send us a textJoin me for this message for the festival of Imbolc, where we reflect on the season and its theme of quickening, as the earth stirs and encourages us to prepare for the full arrival of spring. We take a special look at the Rowan tree and the Celtic Goddess Brigit, who are both associated with this festival, exploring how they can help us to emerge from our personal cave of winter as the wheel turns to bring us new life and awakening.I hope you enjoy this episode and wish you a very blessed Imbolc!Find the Pagan Creative Podcast online at:Pagan Creative Facebook GroupPagan Creative Facebook PagePagan Creative InstagramYou can also support the podcast at Buy Me A Coffee!This podcast is brought to you by Rowansong, a small UK creative business that specialises in handcrafted pagan, spiritual and nature themed arts and crafts:Rowan Song Etsy StoreRowan Song Facebook Page

It's just Bishop Caggiano and me this week on Let Me Be Frank, and we're talking about… well, stuff. There are a few feast days on Bishop's mind this month: the Presentation of the Lord & Candlemas, Our Lady of Lourdes, and the Chair of St Peter. Our Lady of Lourdes relates to World Day of the Sick, and Bishop Caggiano points out that both days remind us that this life is not going to be easy. On the topic of suffering, may I humbly present to you this short video on suffering we (Veritas) released last year? I'll also mention that, on Feb 11th, the Order of Malta is hosting a Mass and blessing at St Aloysius for Our Lady of Fatima & World Day of the Sick. We wrap up this week's discussion with thoughts on Catholic schools and how to make them even more effective for students & families. And then Bishop Caggiano's tip for evangelization.

Thursday 30th January: Candlemas by St Martin's Voices

Fr. Matthew Spencer joins Patrick to discuss the Presentation of the Lord What is the presentation? (7:58) Why is obedience so important? Mark - Obedience. What about blind obedience when it comes to higher ups in the church. How does a young priest follow that when they come up with different policies? (20:09) Break 1 Nick - Love the topic. Scott Hahn...old testament hidden in new. The real presentation is so beautiful and how they come together. Our religion is the religion of the cross. (26:40) What is the importance of Anna and Simeon in the story of the presentation? (33:34) John - Trying to integrate the first sorrowful mysteries with the presentation. Where was Joseph? (40:25) Break 2 (41:31) Diane - In my pre Vatican II missal, it was considered the end of the Christmas season with the presentation. Why did that change? What is Candlemas in the Church? (46:59) What is the tie between consecrated life and the Presentation?

In this episode, Father Anthony and Sister Catherine discuss the upcoming feast of Candlemas Day, which is celebrated on February 2nd. Father Anthony also reads from Father Francis Weiser's book, "The Holyday Book," which includes a chapter dedicated to this particular feast. The chapter explores the history of Candlemas as well as the customs associated with it from various countries, leading to some interesting discussion points. The words of the song sung in the province of Vorarlberg: Hail, glorious herald, holy light, God sends you from His Heaven bright, Your cheerful glow and golden rays May bring us happy summer days. Lead us through earthly toil and strife To everlasting light and life. Liturgical Prayer: Almighty and eternal God, we humbly beseech Thy majesty: as Thy only-begotten Son was presented in the temple this day in the substance of our flesh, so let us be presented unto Thee with cleansed souls. Amen. Skip to the 25:30 mark to listen to the part about the feast day.

In this week's programme Fr Brendan Quinlivan speaks with Sr. Brenda Dolphin who is part of the leadership team of Mercy Ireland. She reflects on some of the challenges facing Irish Religious Congregations today and as postulator of the cause of Venerable Catherine McAuley, she updates us on the progress of the cause in the Vatican. Friday. Pat Malone from Clarecastle reflects with us on Candlemas, the feast of the Presentation of the Lord.

Good morning! On today's show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Gary Zimak to share more scriptural reflections on the Jubilee theme of hope. Other guests include canon lawyer Fr. Phillip-Michael Tangorra to discuss the significance of Candlemas, and Karlo Broussard from Catholic Answers, plus all the latest news, weather, sports and more...

Two pastors thinking out loud about the upcoming Gospel reading. This episode is devoted to the Gospel reading for The Feast of the Purification of Mary and the Presentation of Our Lord,  Luke 2:22–40. ----more---- Host: Fr. Jason Braaten Regular Guest: Fr. Dave Petersen ----more---- Become a Patron! You can subscribe to the Journal here: https://www.gottesdienst.org/subscribe/ You can read the Gottesblog here: https://www.gottesdienst.org/gottesblog/ You can support Gottesdienst here: https://www.gottesdienst.org/make-a-donation/ As always, we, at The Gottesdienst Crowd, would be honored if you would Subscribe, Rate, and Review. Thanks for listening and thanks for your support. 

February 2nd, the Feast of the Presentation of the Lord, celebrates when Mary and Joseph brought Jesus to the temple, fulfilling the law and revealing Him as the Lamb of God. This day invites us to reflect on the faithfulness of Mary, the joy of Simeon and Anna, and the beauty of spiritual motherhood. It's also a powerful reminder for godparents to reconnect with their godchildren and nurture their faith. Celebrate this day by embracing the call to holiness and spiritual growth.

Smack dab between Christmas and Lent we find, on February 2nd, the Feast of the Presentation of the Lord. But what is this feast about, and how & why can we celebrate it in our own lives? That's what Dr. Chris and Robyn Bruggeman discuss in this episode. Enjoy!

The Year of the Snake begins at the Aquarius New Moon, Jupiter stations direct, and Saturn and Nessus make their first exact conjunction since 1973. Imbolc (or Candlemas) is Feb. 4.

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In this episode of Sermon Brainwave, hosts Karoline Lewis, Rolf Jacobson, and Matt Skinner discuss the significance of the Presentation of the Lord, also known as Candlemas, and explore the roles of Simeon and Anna in Luke's Gospel. They highlight the importance of the Holy Spirit in guiding the narrative and shaping Christ's life, as well as the themes of anticipation and fulfillment in the lives of these characters. The conversation emphasizes the resonance of Simeon's words with the elderly and the church's role in bearing witness to God's goodness. Watch this episode on YouTube at https://youtu.be/LNH3bZ9i8h0 [There is a separate episode (#1005) for Fourth Sunday after Epiphany (C) available on the site for download at https://www.workingpreacher.org/podcasts/1005-fourth-sunday-after-epiphany-c-feb-2-2025] Text commentary on Luke 2:22-40 by Mitzi Smith is available at: https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/revised-common-lectionary/presentation-of-our-lord/commentary-on-luke-222-40-9

Fr. Jonathan Romanoski, FSSP is Pastor of St. Mary's Catholic Church in Providence, Rhode Island. He was ordained in 2008.   In Today's Show I waited in line for confession for a while, but it ended before it got to me, what should I do? Advice for fellow priests on confession times. If I get distracted during my holy hour does the prayers still count? Any advice on overcoming severe scrupulosity? For the 54-day novena, do we have to say all the extra prayers that are commonly said with the rosary? For the Candlemas blessing of candles, do they still have to be made of 100% beeswax? When I was saying the act of contrition during my confession, I remembered a grave sin, do I stop and tell the priest? How does one balance reverence with the desire to express love for God? Like when St. Thomas Aquinas leaned his head on the Tabernacle. My family and boyfriend made me have an abortion, Should I break off the engagement, even if he is repentant? Do you recommend getting sacramentals re-blessed if they were originally blessed a long time ago? My family plans to go skiing on a Sunday. Is it licit since it would cause the employees of the resort to work? Does the term spiritual reading simply mean reading the scriptures? How to do Catholic meditation correctly. Is it true that saints can literally sometimes speak thru people? Should I have different priests for confession and spiritual direction? Who were the Nephtali, were they half demon? Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

We're live with Jason Gale, VP of Content and Production for TAN Books talks about the new book release from Fr. Sebastian Walshe "St. John the Baptist: Priest, Prophet and Martyr", Allison Daigle, CEO of Woman's New Life Clinic with monthly update and Dr. Luke Arredondo, Executive Director of the St. Brendan Center for Evangelization and Spirituality in the Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee with Catholic 101 segment on Candlemas- what is it? Do some Catholics wait until Candlemas to take down their Christmas decorations?

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In today's episode, I am excited to welcome Sarah Frison, the author of The Festive Belgian Bakery, a delightful book celebrating chocolate, biscuits, cakes, and desserts enjoyed during the holiday season. Sarah shares her insights into Belgian holiday traditions, culinary techniques, and the journey of writing a cookbook. Topics of Discussion: Belgian Holiday Traditions: From St. Nicholas Day in December to Candlemas in February, Sarah walks us through the festive season in Belgium. The Art of Tempering Chocolate: Why tempering is crucial for achieving the perfect shine and snap in chocolates. Resources for Belgian Baking: Tips on sourcing equipment and ingredients for traditional Belgian recipes and candies. Cookbook Writing and Publishing: Sarah's advice on creating and publishing a successful cookbook. This episode offers a rich exploration of Belgian holiday baking and provides inspiration for anyone dreaming of writing their own cookbook! Things We Mention In This Episode: Christmas Cookie Baking Guide The Festive Belgian Bakery Anniversary House Callebaut Chocolate Sarah Frison on Substack