Podcasts about Eucharist

The Lord's Supper serves three essential purposes that make it far more than a simple ritual. First, it calls believers to remember Christ's death, keeping the cross central in their minds and hearts. Second, it prompts self-examination, inviting believers to confess sin and recommit to faithful living. Third, it points toward Christ's promised return, bridging the gap between His first coming and His glorious second coming. Only those who have placed their faith in Jesus Christ should participate, as meaningful remembrance requires a personal relationship with Him. This sacred meal demonstrates pure grace - just as the elements are provided freely, Christ provides everything necessary for salvation. The reverence surrounding the Lord's Supper reflects its sacred nature and calls believers to examine their lives, walk in obedience, and eagerly anticipate Christ's return.

Were the Gospels Written Earlier? Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 01:27 – Were the Gospels Written Earlier then We Were Taught? 14:44 – Why are pregnant women allowed to receive the Eucharist? 22:18 – When did the terms low, high and solemn high Mass develop for the Latin Mass? 28:45 – At what point should we take the bible stories more literally? 41:00 – Did Jesus descend into the Hell of the just? Is this different from Hell and why did Jesus need to do this? 45:36 – Why isn't the book of Enoch in the Bible?

Today, Fr. Gale (who gave it up for Lent), Lizzie (who is gluten-intolerant), and Avery (who can have as much of it as she wants) talk about the topic of bread. More importantly, they talk about the Bread of Life. They also discuss an incredible internship program, One Bread, One Cup, which focuses on the Eucharist and the liturgy. If you are only interested in the summer internship program, skip to minute 25!

THURSDAY TRADITIONAL ROSARY - SPOKEN MALE VOICE with AMBIENT MUSIC by Artist: Ever So Blue  - Song Title: Textures Experience a slower paced and reverent rosary including offertory prayers for each mystery, prayer for Our Pope, prayer to St. Michael the Archangel and Guardian Angel prayer.   Allow the gentle rhythm of the Hail Mary prayers to become almost like breathing - steady, repetitive, and deeply calming, lowering stress and quieting racing thoughts, giving space for real peace to settle in. This rosary contains the luminous mysteries, recited on Thursdays.  These mysteries focus on Jesus' public ministry, including his baptism and the institution of the Eucharist, with fruits such as openness to the Holy Spirit and adoration. Join the communion of saints in praying the rosary, as it connects you with the communal prayer of the universal Church and the saints throughout history, fostering a profound sense of spiritual solidarity.  May this Rosary become a faithful companion to your prayer life. Additional prayer tools at www.rosarywristband.com 30 MINUTE TRADITIONAL ROSARY - LUMINOUS THURSDAY - SPOKEN ONLY https://youtu.be/3FsR8I6WiTs SPOKEN ONLY VERSION: Thursday Rosary - SPOKEN ONLY https://youtu.be/S6fNrAPjf2M MOST VIEWED THURSDAY ROSARY: Calm Music    https://youtu.be/73Z7rRx6dnM MOST VIEWED ONE HOUR ROSARY DEVOTION: Complete Rosary    https://youtu.be/rrNMRJ5oH-Q MOST VIEWED SLEEP ROSARY: 4 Hour Sleep Rosary    https://youtu.be/4a-uaEEJOF4 Have you joined our Membership?  For only $1.99 a month, you can directly help this channel grow:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLXCEpdy0etQAdEHB1z-oTg/join Or consider a donation through PayPal to help us continue creating quality content:  https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?business=CHerrera720037%40gmail.com&cmd=_donations¤cy_code=USD&item_name=Donation+to+The+Communion+of+Saints&return=https%3A%2F%2Frosarywristband.com%2Fhome Blessings, Chris - The Communion of Saints Email: chris@rosarywristband.com Simply, easy and quick rosary prayers for everyday recitation and reflection.   This collection of Catholic rosary videos in english serve as a daily devotion and feature calm background music and nature soundscapes.   Choose from audio only or follow along video with all mysteries: Joyful, Sorrowful, Glorious and Luminous.  Listen before sleep or any time for renewed focus and peace. "Together we pray" Visit rosarywristband.com for comfortable one decade rosaries. All music in this video is licensed thru Epidemic Sound Publishing. #Rosary #LuminousMysteries #CatholicMeditation #ThursdayRosary #todayrosary #todayrosaryinenglish

Thursday Rosary - SPOKEN MALE VOICE with AMBIENT MUSIC by artist: Ever So Blue This week's collection of beautiful music welcomes you into a calm state of prayer as together, we offer up our intentions alongside this daily rosary. This rosary contains the luminous mysteries, recited on Thursdays.  These mysteries focus on Jesus' public ministry, including his baptism and the institution of the Eucharist, with fruits such as openness to the Holy Spirit and adoration. Join the communion of saints in praying the rosary, as it connects you with the communal prayer of the universal Church and the saints throughout history, fostering a profound sense of spiritual solidarity.  The spoken portion of this rosary is 20 minutes, with extended music for additional meditation.  All music in this video is licensed thru Epidemic Sound Publishing. May this Rosary become a faithful companion to your prayer life. Additional prayer tools at www.rosarywristband.com 30 MINUTE TRADITIONAL ROSARY - LUMINOUS THURSDAY - SPOKEN ONLY https://youtu.be/3FsR8I6WiTs ROSARY - SPOKEN ONLY VERSION: Thursday - SPOKEN ONLY https://youtu.be/S6fNrAPjf2M MOST VIEWED THURSDAY ROSARY: Calm Music    https://youtu.be/73Z7rRx6dnM MOST VIEWED ONE HOUR ROSARY DEVOTION: Complete Rosary    https://youtu.be/rrNMRJ5oH-Q MOST VIEWED SLEEP ROSARY: 4 Hour Sleep Rosary    https://youtu.be/4a-uaEEJOF4 Have you joined our Membership?  For only $1.99 a month, you can directly help this channel grow:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLXCEpdy0etQAdEHB1z-oTg/join Or consider a donation through PayPal to help us continue creating quality content:  https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?business=CHerrera720037%40gmail.com&cmd=_donations¤cy_code=USD&item_name=Donation+to+The+Communion+of+Saints&return=https%3A%2F%2Frosarywristband.com%2Fhome Blessings, Chris - The Communion of Saints Email: chris@rosarywristband.com Simply, easy and quick rosary prayers for everyday recitation and reflection.   This collection of Catholic rosary videos in english serve as a daily devotion and feature calm background music and nature soundscapes.   Choose from audio only or follow along video with all mysteries: Joyful, Sorrowful, Glorious and Luminous.  Listen before sleep or any time for renewed focus and peace. "Together we pray" Visit rosarywristband.com for comfortable one decade rosaries. #Rosary #LuminousMysteries #CatholicMeditation #ThursdayRosary #todayrosary #todayrosaryinenglish

The readings for this homily: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/031226.cfmFather Daniel Klimek, PhD, addresses the reality of spiritual warfare, explaining that life involves a cosmic battle between the Kingdom of Heaven and the Kingdom of Hell. Too often, the Gospel is watered down to a horizontal message of kindness, yet Christianity calls believers to a vertical relationship with God that empowers horizontal love. This deeper reality gives life eternal meaning as part of a great epic story, including a long battle between light and darkness.Father Daniel discusses the devil appearing to saints like Padre Pio, John Vianney, and Faustina, wise Christians who saw that praying for others infuriated the enemy and frustrated the designs of hell. Our Lady of Fatima revealed to the three shepherd children a vision of hell, explaining that many souls are lost because no one prays or sacrifices for them. Through prayer, fasting, and the Rosary, the faithful can help Jesus and Mary save souls from the grasp of the demonic.Believers should hope, not merely for mercy on the day of judgment, but to stand before God with thousands of souls saved through their intercession. Our particular jobs or state of life matters less than the universal vocation: Christian discipleship, which is meant to be lived so that we are each a radiant light bringing souls to Heaven. Saint John Vianney heard the devil say, "I hate you, Vianney, because you have taken more than a thousand souls from me."Temptation comes from three sources: the world, the flesh, and the devil. Not every temptation originates from the devil, and using him as a scapegoat is unhealthy. A strong spiritual life — daily prayer, frequent well-prepared reception of the Eucharist, spiritual reading, and custody of the senses — cultivates an interior life within a spiritual fortress that weakens concupiscence (the tendency of our fallen human nature toward sin).Rather than reciting prayers solely at day's end, believers should pray throughout the day. Invoking the sacred names of Jesus and Mary invites their presence. The final words of saints often include these names, showing intimacy with our Lord and Our Lady. Nothing should be done without them. ★ Support this podcast ★

“Who received the first Eucharist?” This question opens a discussion on the significance of the Eucharist and the scriptural evidence for the real presence of Christ. Other topics include how to address Catholics who feel more fulfilled in Protestant services, the morality of the death penalty, and the rationale behind the Hail Mary prayer in the rosary. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 01:34 – Who received the first eucharist? Which scripture is the best to show as evidence for the real presence? 12:23 – How do we respond when a Catholic says they are getting more out of going to a Protestant church? How do we bring them back? 22:49 – How is the death penalty an immoral thing, and why is it changed for the first time in history? 37:30 – What is the response to the justification that the reformation is valid because the reformers followed the example of the apostles being kicked out of the temple? 42:05 – I see a lot of inconsistencies in the Catholic Church. I have an issue because if Doctrine can change how can I agree with what will change in the future? 51:24 – Why do Catholics pray the hail mary so much during the rosary? Isn't it against scripture?

Patrick takes listeners through questions of tradition and scriptural authority, responding directly to callers wrestling with Calvinist perspectives, confession in Orthodox churches, and the moral limits of self-sacrifice and war. He pulls in personal stories, sharp debate memories, and practical advice about the Eucharist and confession, threading clarity through every response. Patrick continues his conversation with Granger, from the end of the last hour, talking about where tradition gets its authority (00:21) John - Can my Catholic son go to an Orthodox Church for a Confession? (16:11) Anne - I wondered where I could look in the Catechism or somewhere else about ending my life by donating vital organs? (21:46) Sandra - A consecrated host fell on the floor. The communicant picked it up, but the spot on the floor was not covered. (34:52) Steven - Can you compare Matthew 5:28 and supporting a war that is unjust as defined by the Catholic Church? For example, is it a sin to support a war in my thoughts? (38:00) Reuben - I love Relevant Radio and I listen every day! (47:04)

In this episode, Madeline chats with her friend Alex Cass, a senior software engineer at a financial company. During their conversation, they discuss his conversion from being a Southern Baptist, the importance of the Eucharist and worship, the importance of doctrine, how he got into computer-related things, the importance of understanding technology, the kinds of things he does at work,  and so much more.During the course of their conversation, they make many references which you can explore. Some of these references include some Symbol or Sustenance? by Peter Kreeft, some Scott Hahn books (The Lamb's Supper, Consuming the Word, and The Fourth Cup), Jesus and the Jewish Roots of Mary by Brant Pitre, episode 70 of this podcast, the Sore Must Be the Storm anthology, and episode 393 of Game of Favorites.Feel free to like, subscribe, and share the episode! Follow us on Instagram! @sbltfpodcastDon't forget to go out there, and be a light to this world!

Why do some churches celebrate Communion every week while others do it much less frequently? In this edition of Ask the Church, we explore how our church's understanding of the Eucharist shapes how often it is celebrated. The discussion centers on the idea of the “means of grace”—the ways God has promised to give His grace through the proclamation of Scripture and the celebration of the sacraments. Understanding the Lord's Supper in this way helps explain why many churches (including ours!) celebrate it more regularly.

“How can Catholics hold councils without Orthodox bishops?” This question opens a discussion on the complexities of ecclesiastical authority and governance. Additionally, the episode addresses whether one must be Catholic to be saved, the Orthodox perspective on the Immaculate Conception, and the differing views on the Filioque in the Creed. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 01:45 – How can Catholics still hold councils without the Orthodox bishops? 12:12 – Do you have to be Catholic in order to be saved? 15:15 – What’s the Orthodox view of Immaculate Conception? Is the Orthodox canon different from ours? 20:25 – Leo III wouldn't add the Filioque to the Creed and gave his reasons?. Did the pope who added it ever give an explanation as to why? 28:43 – Is it ok for Catholics to accept the Ethiopian canon description of Jesus? 30:18 – I've heard some Orthodox say they don't adore Jesus in the Eucharist because they view it as food. Is this uniform thought? 33:33 – How can a non-Christian evaluate the competing claim of the Eastern Orthodox who also claims apostolic authority? 39:21 – Why does the Eastern Orthodox allow contraception and Catholics don't? 43:55 – Can a person who became Eastern Orthodox from Catholicism just jump back and forth? How can Eastern Orthodox justify 3 sacramental marriages? 48:12 – Do you think the Catholics and all other churches will ever fully reunite?

After commenting on political and media tensions around Jesse Jackson, Iran, and praying for the protection of innocents, troops, and positive change, the conversation turns to why young people may be drawn to Catholicism. Sean outlines key Protestant-Catholic doctrinal differences (magisterium/papal authority, salvation/justification, Eucharist, confession, and veneration of saints), ending with a prayer for unity grounded in God's Word.00:00 Show Intro and John Series01:02 Holy Week and Easter Plan01:32 Easter Service Times01:52 Jesse Jackson and Politics03:34 Iran War and Media Spin05:26 Praying for Iran and Revival07:35 Gen Z Converts to Catholicism10:06 Authority Liturgy and Aesthetics12:55 Catholic vs Protestant Roots14:36 Faith Alone and Reformation16:08 Key Doctrinal Differences17:41 Pope Authority and Infallibility19:08 Salvation and Eucharist Views20:24 Confession and True Repentance22:37 Saints Mary and Tradition24:15 Unity Across Denominations25:20 Prayer for the Church

Host Andrew Camp welcomes theologian and ethicist Michael Morelli to discuss artificial intelligence in relation to humanity, modernity, and the Christian table. Morelli defines today's “AI” as machine learning and generative systems that process vast data, perform tasks, and simulate personality, while noting debate about true sentience. They address AI's ubiquity, marketing that frames it as neutral, embedded biases in data and design, and the need for critical thinking and formation rather than shortcuts, especially in education. The conversation situates AI within late-modern acceleration, power, and influencer culture, alongside declining trust in institutions. Morelli contrasts AI's dot-connecting with the sacramental and communal power of baptism and Eucharist, which reveal deeper reality and foster unlikely relationships, shaping everyday eating and hospitality. They close with food reflections and Morelli's podcast and social links.Michael Morelli is the Associate Professor of Theology & Ethics at Northwest College & Seminary and ACTS Seminaries. Both are affiliates of Trinity Western University. He's also an adjunct professor of theology of at Trinity's Religious Studies and Nursing Schools. He has a PhD in Theological Ethics from the University of Aberdeen, Scotland and is the author of Theology, Ethics, and Technology in the Work of Jacques Ellul and Paul Virilio: A Nascent Theological Tradition (Lexington Books) and editor of Desert, Wilderness, Wasteland, and Word: A New Essay By Jacques Ellul and Five Critical Engagements (Pickwick). Follow Michael MorelliInstagram: @mchlmorelliSubstack: Personalist Manifesto(s)Podcast: Personalist Manifesto(s)This episode of the Biggest Table is brought to you in part by Wild Goose Coffee. Since 2008, Wild Goose has sought to build better communities through coffee. For our listeners, Wild Goose is offering a special promotion of 20% off a one time order using the code TABLE at checkout. To learn more and to order coffee, please visit wildgoosecoffee.com. 

The readings for this homily: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/030826.cfmFather Chris Alar, MIC, invites you to pause, breathe, and recognize that the path back to God's house is always present. He begins by drawing our attention to the Samaritan well, where a woman deemed an outcast encounters the Bridegroom of the universe. In the longest dialogue of the Gospel of John, Christ breaks every barrier of gender, ethnicity, and past sin, offering “living water” that points to the Sacrament of Baptism.Father Chris explains that this water is not merely a metaphor; it is the very grace poured out in the sacramental fountain of baptism, cleansing us of original sin and welcoming us into the Body of Christ. He links the well‑scene to the nuptial mystery of the Church: Christ, the divine Bridegroom, seeks to unite with us, the Bride, through the covenant sealed at baptism and continually renewed in the Sacrament of Reconciliation.Pastorally, he emphasizes that the woman's story illustrates the universal invitation of Divine Mercy. Even those labeled “Samaritan,” “Gentile,” or “outcast” are called to the marriage feast of the Eucharist, where the Blood and Water flow together as the source of eternal life. Fr. Chris urges us to examine the false “spouses” of wealth, power, and pride that keep us from the true Bridegroom, and to turn to Confession as the means by which those chains are broken.He reminds the faithful that Divine Mercy Sunday magnifies this grace, offering a “second baptism” that wipes away temporal punishment. The homily culminates with a vivid picture of the Bridegroom entering the bride, a mystery fulfilled in Holy Communion, where the Holy Spirit dwells as living water, renewing us for the wedding feast of the Lamb.May this reminder stir within each of us a renewed desire to walk toward the altar of Christ, confident that the Bridegroom awaits with open arms. ★ Support this podcast ★

The readings for this homily: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/030926.cfmFather Matthew Tomeny, MIC, opens with a memorable story from Venerable Archbishop Fulton Sheen, who once welcomed a drunk woman into Saint Patrick's Cathedral in New York City. Rather than turning her away, he offered her tea and promised not to ask her to go to confession — until she returned sober and ready to encounter God's mercy.Father Matthew connects this to the Scripture reading of Naaman the leper, who expected an extraordinary cure but was healed by the simple act of dipping seven times in the Jordan River. Salvation does not require grand quests or heroic feats. Instead, the Sacraments of the Church provide the ordinary means by which God cleanses our souls and restores our union with Him.Through Baptism, Jesus washes away our sins. Through the Sacrament of Reconciliation, He continues to cleanse us when we fall. And through the Eucharist, we express that communion in the most intimate way possible. Father Matthew emphasizes that holiness is intended for all people, regardless of their past. Just as Archbishop Sheen did not write off the drunk woman, neither should we write off anyone who struggles.Continual repentance—the virtue of penance—keeps our hearts aligned with God's will. When we are in order with God, trials lose their power to derail us. Take advantage of these simple ways to holiness and share that satisfaction with others. ★ Support this podcast ★

2nd Sunday of Lent (03/01/26) – Entering into the Mass, Part 1 Have you ever thought, "Mass is boring?" Many of us have felt that way at times. But the reality is that the Holy Mass is anything but boring. Often the challenge is that we haven't learned how to fully enter into what is happening. In this first homily of a Lenten series on the Mass, we begin exploring how to participate more intentionally in the sacred liturgy. The Mass is structured in four parts: the Introductory Rites, the Liturgy of the Word, the Liturgy of the Eucharist, and the Concluding Rite. This week we focus on the Introductory Rites, which prepare our hearts, minds, and souls to encounter God. From the Entrance Procession and Opening Hymn, to the Sign of the Cross, the Greeting, the Penitential Act, the Gloria, and the Collect, each moment invites us to actively participate rather than simply observe. These opening moments help us bring our lives, struggles, and intentions before the Lord and prepare us to receive Him more fully in His Word and in the Eucharist. As you listen, reflect on how you approach the beginning of Mass. What parts of the Introductory Rites might God be inviting you to enter into more intentionally?

Discussion of the nature and significance of the Sacrament of the Holy Eucharist

Father Anthony Gramlich, MIC, reminds us that the Parable of the Prodigal Son remains one of the most powerful stories Jesus ever told. He used it to answer the scandal of dining with tax collectors and prostitutes — those whom the Pharisees despised. In the Gospel, the younger son demands his inheritance, abandons his father's house, and squanders his wealth in a foreign land, even tending swine. The vivid image of a pig‑sty, mud‑covered and foul‑smelling, forces us to confront the depths of our own waywardness.When famine drives the prodigal to hunger, he finally sees his reflection in a puddle and asks, “Who have I become?” That moment of self‑recognition is the turning point for every sinner: the realization that the life we have built on empty promises cannot satisfy the soul's deepest hunger. He returns home, not as a son, but as a servant, pleading for a place among the hired workers.The father's response shatters our expectations. He runs to meet his son, embraces him, kisses him, and orders the finest robe, a ring, and new sandals. He does not wait for the son to finish his confession; forgiveness has already been given. The washing, the robe, and the celebratory feast with a fattened calf illustrate the fullness of God's mercy—grace that restores, not merely pardons.The older brother, representing those who cling to legalism, reacts with anger and jealousy. He cannot see that the father's love is not a limited resource; it expands to encompass both sons. The father gently corrects him, declaring that everything he has is also the older son's, but that a lost son has been found. This dialogue invites us to examine our own hearts: Are we the resentful elder, measuring God's love by our own merit, or the wayward child humbled by hunger for divine grace?Lent calls us to the same journey. Like the prodigal, we are invited to return, even with impure motives, because the Father's compassion does not require perfect intention — only a willingness to come home. The sacramental life — Baptism, the Eucharist, Confession — provides the water that washes away the mud of our sins, renewing us as beloved children of God.May the Blessed Virgin intercede that we, whether prodigal or faithful, open our hearts to the Father's boundless mercy, allowing His love to transform our lives and to bear fruit that glorifies Him. ★ Support this podcast ★

The readings for this homily: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/030526.cfmFather Mark Baron, MIC, invites us to ask the vital question that unites today's readings and the responsorial psalm: Where is your heart rooted? Isaiah portrays the faithful believer as a tree planted beside flowing waters, its roots drawing nourishment so that it remains green even in drought. In contrast, a heart that trusts in flesh becomes a barren bush, exposed to the scorching heat and light of the desert.The theme of trust pervades the Divine Mercy revelations of St. Faustina. To trust someone, we must recognize three qualities: the ability to help; the wisdom to guide; and the goodness that cares. Father Mark likens this to a physician — trained, wise, and compassionate — who earns our confidence. In the same way, God is all‑powerful, all‑wise, and all‑good; recognizing these attributes allows us to lean on Him, opening our hearts to His mercy.Trust in God is not merely abstract; it finds concrete expression in the Sacraments. Baptism immerses us in the living water promised by Scripture, initiating us into the grace that sustains our spiritual growth. The Eucharist continually refreshes that same water, while the Sacrament of Reconciliation clears the soil of our hearts so new roots may take hold.During this Lenten season, Fr. Mark urges us to examine our own roots. Are we seeking security in material success, as the rich man of the parable did, or are we planting ourselves beside the divine stream, like Lazarus whose name means “God has helped”? He calls us to pray for the Holy Spirit to reveal the blind spots that keep us from true reliance on the Father. ★ Support this podcast ★

Send a textWe trace five luminous moments from Saint Dominic Savio's short life that reveal how Eucharistic love, Marian trust, and courageous mercy can transform ordinary days into channels of grace. From playground peacemaking to prophecy for the Pope, we follow his path of purity and joy.• why Dominic Savio's holiness speaks today• Eucharist as the furnace of sanctity• first communion vows that shaped a life• playground peacemaking with the crucifix• healing through prayer and Mary's help• prophetic dream relayed to Pope Pius IX• Miraculous Medal as a sign of trust• offering illness as redemptive suffering• founding the Company of the Immaculate• pilgrimage to Don Bosco's Oratory and legacyVisit our store to discover more resources from Bob and Penny Lord, join us for a pilgrimage or retreat at Holy Family Mission, and let's follow this young saint's example, striving with joy and courage toward sainthood, sustained always by the Holy Eucharist, our true source and summitFamily, there is more to this post, so please see the link in the description for the rest of the articleBe sure to click the link in the description for a special news itemAnd since there is more to this article, finish reading and check out the special offerVisit journeysoffaith.com website todayOpen by Steve Bailey Support the showView all of our blog posts here https://journeysoffaith.com/blogs/eucharist-mary-saints Download Journeys of Faith App for Iphone or Android FREE https://journeysoffaith.com/pages/download-our-app Journeys of Faith brings your Super Saints Podcasts Please consider subscribing to this podcast or making a donation to Journeys of Faith we are actively increasing our reach and we are seeing good results for visitors under 40! Help us Grow! ***Our Core Beliefs*** The Eucharist is the Source and Summit of our Faith." Catechism 132 Click Here “This is the will of God, your sanctification.” 1Thessalonians 4“ Click Here ... lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven...” Matthew 6:19-2 Click Here...

Send a textWe trace the fierce, tender courage of St. John Ogilvy, the Jesuit who risked everything to bring the Eucharist to persecuted Catholics in seventeenth‑century Scotland. From conversion and clandestine ministry to arrest, torture, and martyrdom, we explore why the Real Presence was worth his life.• Scotland's religious upheaval and Ogilvy's Calvinist upbringing• Conversion through Eucharistic devotion and Jesuit formation• Secret ministry, underground Masses, and pastoral risks• Arrest in Glasgow, interrogations, and royal pressure• Torture, trial statements, and unbroken fidelity• Martyrdom on the gallows and the rosary's conversion• The Eucharist as source and summit of Christian life• Practical calls to deeper reverence and bold witnessBe sure to look at the description for special information of interest to youOpen by Steve Bailey Support the showView all of our blog posts here https://journeysoffaith.com/blogs/eucharist-mary-saints Download Journeys of Faith App for Iphone or Android FREE https://journeysoffaith.com/pages/download-our-app Journeys of Faith brings your Super Saints Podcasts Please consider subscribing to this podcast or making a donation to Journeys of Faith we are actively increasing our reach and we are seeing good results for visitors under 40! Help us Grow! ***Our Core Beliefs*** The Eucharist is the Source and Summit of our Faith." Catechism 132 Click Here “This is the will of God, your sanctification.” 1Thessalonians 4“ Click Here ... lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven...” Matthew 6:19-2 Click Here...

Send a textWe trace the lives of Saints Perpetua and Felicity from bustling Carthage to the arena, showing how friendship, motherhood, and the Eucharist forged courage stronger than empire. Their diary, visions, and final witness challenge us to make communion our lifeline.• Early life and faith in Roman Carthage• Political pressure under Septimius Severus• Arrest, prison conditions, and secret liturgies• Perpetua's diary, ladder vision, and spiritual combat• Felicity's childbirth and maternal sacrifice• Eucharist as strength, viaticum, and joy• Martyrdom scenes and final acts of mercy• Sources, Augustine's preaching, and Roman Canon• Ongoing veneration and presence in modern mediaVisit journeysoffaith.com website todayFamily, there is more to this post, so please see the link in the description for the rest of the articleBe sure to click the link in the description for special news itemAnd since there is more to this article, finish reading and check out the special offerOpen by Steve Bailey Support the showView all of our blog posts here https://journeysoffaith.com/blogs/eucharist-mary-saints Download Journeys of Faith App for Iphone or Android FREE https://journeysoffaith.com/pages/download-our-app Journeys of Faith brings your Super Saints Podcasts Please consider subscribing to this podcast or making a donation to Journeys of Faith we are actively increasing our reach and we are seeing good results for visitors under 40! Help us Grow! ***Our Core Beliefs*** The Eucharist is the Source and Summit of our Faith." Catechism 132 Click Here “This is the will of God, your sanctification.” 1Thessalonians 4“ Click Here ... lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven...” Matthew 6:19-2 Click Here...

Today, we begin the fifth series in the Mystagogy program, which includes seven presentations focused on the Eucharist and the Blessed Sacrament. These presentations were delivered in the fall of 2023, during the Year of Eucharistic Revival.In this episode, Dr. Barbara Nicolosi provides an introduction to The Church and the Eucharist, Pope St. John Paul II's encyclical letter that was released on Holy Thursday of 2003.Support the show

Why didn't the Jewish people of Jesus' time—and many today—accept Him as the Messiah? In this episode of Catholic Answers Live, Catholic Answers apologists explore this foundational question before diving into others on the core of Christian belief. They explain the evidence for the resurrection, whether Pascal's Wager could justify belief in the Eucharist, and if our prayers can override God's will. The episode also unpacks St. Augustine's famous reflection on the Trinity, clarifies what indulgences really are, and examines difficult biblical passages like 1 Corinthians 15:29. Finally, they address why the Catholic Church accepts Protestant baptisms but not confirmations, and how to respond to claims that infant baptism isn't found in Scripture. Questions Covered: 04:21 – What is it about Jesus that the Jews of his time and today still don't accept him as messiah and considered him sacrilegious? 12:14 – What are the reasons to believe in the resurrection? What convinced you?  17:40 – If we did pascals wager with the eucharist, If we're wrong, is it idolatry? 21:10 – Do our prayers override God's will? 28:40 – Could you expound on the story of Augustine trying to understand the Trinity? (The story of Augustine seeing a boy trying to fill a hole with the ocean.) 36:15 – I don't understand indulgences. Can you help clarify what they mean? 43:55 – What is the Catholic position on 1 Cor. 15:29? 49:49 – Why is baptism in a Christian denomination accepted to join the Catholic Faith, but confirmation is not? 51:16 – We have friends that say they can't find infant Baptism in the bible. How do I respond?

On today's Take 2 with Jerry & Debbie our topic is: The Real Presence of Christ in the Eucharist.

THURSDAY TRADITIONAL ROSARY - SPOKEN MALE VOICE with AMBIENT MUSIC by Artist: Sunfish Grove  - Song Title: A Familiar Smile Experience a slower paced and reverent rosary including offertory prayers for each mystery, prayer for Our Pope, prayer to St. Michael the Archangel and Guardian Angel prayer.   Allow the gentle rhythm of the Hail Mary prayers to become almost like breathing - steady, repetitive, and deeply calming, lowering stress and quieting racing thoughts, giving space for real peace to settle in. This rosary contains the luminous mysteries, recited on Thursdays.  These mysteries focus on Jesus' public ministry, including his baptism and the institution of the Eucharist, with fruits such as openness to the Holy Spirit and adoration. Join the communion of saints in praying the rosary, as it connects you with the communal prayer of the universal Church and the saints throughout history, fostering a profound sense of spiritual solidarity.  May this Rosary become a faithful companion to your prayer life. Additional prayer tools at www.rosarywristband.com 30 MINUTE TRADITIONAL ROSARY - LUMINOUS THURSDAY - SPOKEN ONLY https://youtu.be/3FsR8I6WiTs SPOKEN ONLY VERSION: Thursday Rosary - SPOKEN ONLY https://youtu.be/S6fNrAPjf2M MOST VIEWED THURSDAY ROSARY: Calm Music    https://youtu.be/73Z7rRx6dnM MOST VIEWED ONE HOUR ROSARY DEVOTION: Complete Rosary    https://youtu.be/rrNMRJ5oH-Q MOST VIEWED SLEEP ROSARY: 4 Hour Sleep Rosary    https://youtu.be/4a-uaEEJOF4 Have you joined our Membership?  For only $1.99 a month, you can directly help this channel grow:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLXCEpdy0etQAdEHB1z-oTg/join Or consider a donation through PayPal to help us continue creating quality content:  https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?business=CHerrera720037%40gmail.com&cmd=_donations¤cy_code=USD&item_name=Donation+to+The+Communion+of+Saints&return=https%3A%2F%2Frosarywristband.com%2Fhome Blessings, Chris - The Communion of Saints Email: chris@rosarywristband.com Simply, easy and quick rosary prayers for everyday recitation and reflection.   This collection of Catholic rosary videos in english serve as a daily devotion and feature calm background music and nature soundscapes.   Choose from audio only or follow along video with all mysteries: Joyful, Sorrowful, Glorious and Luminous.  Listen before sleep or any time for renewed focus and peace. "Together we pray" Visit rosarywristband.com for comfortable one decade rosaries. All music in this video is licensed thru Epidemic Sound Publishing. #Rosary #LuminousMysteries #CatholicMeditation #ThursdayRosary #todayrosary #todayrosaryinenglish

Thursday Rosary - SPOKEN MALE VOICE with AMBIENT MUSIC by artist: Sunfish Grove This week's collection of beautiful music welcomes you into a calm state of prayer as together, we offer up our intentions alongside this daily rosary. This rosary contains the luminous mysteries, recited on Thursdays.  These mysteries focus on Jesus' public ministry, including his baptism and the institution of the Eucharist, with fruits such as openness to the Holy Spirit and adoration. Join the communion of saints in praying the rosary, as it connects you with the communal prayer of the universal Church and the saints throughout history, fostering a profound sense of spiritual solidarity.  The spoken portion of this rosary is 17 minutes, with extended music for additional meditation.  All music in this video is licensed thru Epidemic Sound Publishing. May this Rosary become a faithful companion to your prayer life. Additional prayer tools at www.rosarywristband.com 30 MINUTE TRADITIONAL ROSARY - LUMINOUS THURSDAY - SPOKEN ONLY https://youtu.be/3FsR8I6WiTs ROSARY - SPOKEN ONLY VERSION: Thursday - SPOKEN ONLY https://youtu.be/S6fNrAPjf2M MOST VIEWED THURSDAY ROSARY: Calm Music    https://youtu.be/73Z7rRx6dnM MOST VIEWED ONE HOUR ROSARY DEVOTION: Complete Rosary    https://youtu.be/rrNMRJ5oH-Q MOST VIEWED SLEEP ROSARY: 4 Hour Sleep Rosary    https://youtu.be/4a-uaEEJOF4 Have you joined our Membership?  For only $1.99 a month, you can directly help this channel grow:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLXCEpdy0etQAdEHB1z-oTg/join Or consider a donation through PayPal to help us continue creating quality content:  https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?business=CHerrera720037%40gmail.com&cmd=_donations¤cy_code=USD&item_name=Donation+to+The+Communion+of+Saints&return=https%3A%2F%2Frosarywristband.com%2Fhome Blessings, Chris - The Communion of Saints Email: chris@rosarywristband.com Simply, easy and quick rosary prayers for everyday recitation and reflection.   This collection of Catholic rosary videos in english serve as a daily devotion and feature calm background music and nature soundscapes.   Choose from audio only or follow along video with all mysteries: Joyful, Sorrowful, Glorious and Luminous.  Listen before sleep or any time for renewed focus and peace. "Together we pray" Visit rosarywristband.com for comfortable one decade rosaries. #Rosary #LuminousMysteries #CatholicMeditation #ThursdayRosary #todayrosary #todayrosaryinenglish

Cale shows how the manna given to the Israelites in Exodus foreshadows the new and far greater “manna” given by Jesus: the Eucharist.

Get all set for the Third Sunday of Lent with Father Jonathan Meyer. SummaryThis episode features Father Meyer discussing the significance of the Stations of the Eucharist, the role of marriage in faith, and innovative ways to engage parishioners through digital media during Lent. Discover insights on deepening faith, enhancing parish life, and leveraging technology for evangelization.Key TopicsStations of the Eucharist as a journey from Genesis to the GospelMarriage as a reflection of Christ's love and sacramentalityUsing digital media and social platforms to evangelize and grow parish communitiesChapters01:04 Father Meyer's Introduction and Lent Reflection01:49 The Call to Become the Best Version of Yourself02:14 Father Meyer Announces New Book on the Stations of the Eucharist02:48 Overview of the Book 'The Stations of the Eucharist'03:30 Discussion of the Old Testament Stations of the Cross04:35 Lenten Series on Marriage and Sacraments11:42 The Woman at the Well and Its Significance12:25 Marriage and the Sacrament of Baptism15:05 Marriage as a Sign of Christ's Love16:18 Preaching During Lent and Parish Planning18:47 The Richness of Lent and Scripture20:09 Resources for Deepening Marriage and Faith21:16 Understanding the Scrutinies in Lent22:33 Parish Engagement and Digital Evangelization25:47 The Impact of Online Content on Parish Life27:22 Closing Remarks and Lent Blessings

“Is it appropriate to pray the Rosary during Mass?” This question opens a discussion on the integration of personal devotion within communal worship. Other topics include why many Catholic parishes serve only bread during Communion, the historical context of the Holy Family’s journey to Egypt, and the process of seeking annulments while preparing for the sacraments. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 03:30 – Is it appropriate to pray the Rosary during Mass? 17:03 – I'm not Catholic. Why do many Catholic churches only give the bread and not the wine? It seems like if we're following scripture it should be both. 29:15 – I heard that when the Holy Family went to Egypt they were robbed by two thieves, and these same thieves were crucified with Jesus. Is this true? 33:33 – My wife and I are going through OCIA. Both of us are seeking annulments for our previous marriages. The annulments will likely not be done by Easter. Can we still receive the sacrament of reconciliation? 43:11 – Could the new Mass of Paul VI be considered a new rite? Especially considering the new Eucharistic prayers, and the fact that the Roman Canon is not required? 45:21 – What are your thoughts on making noise in the church before Mass begins? Should it be silent preparation, or should we greet and talk to people? Or somewhere in between? 50:07 – Is Aquinas' belief that Jesus did not have the theological virtue of Faith a doctrine of the Church? Or is it just Aquinas' opinion?

In this episode of The Cordial Catholic, I'm joined by my friend Justin Hibbard. Justin is a former Baptist pastor, a convert to the Catholic faith, and the host of the Why Catholic Podcast and Instagram profile – and he's here this week to share his incredible conversion story with us! As a pastor and worship leader, Justin had decades of evangelical church experience under his belt when he began to question some of the foundations of the evangelical church structure: which Church was the one founded by Christ? How do I find it? What was the Great Apostacy? When did it happen? These questions and more led Justin to look deeply into Church history and, to his surprise, the answers began to come back Catholic. This week on the show,  someone so in love with Christ searing for him more deeply ... and ending up in the Catholic Church! For more from Justin check out  Why Catholic and his Instagram profile.Send your feedback to cordialcatholic@gmail.com. Sign up for our newsletter for my reflections on  episodes, behind-the-scenes content, and exclusive contests.To watch this and other episodes please visit (and subscribe to!) our YouTube channel.Please consider financially supporting this show! For more information visit the Patreon page.  All patrons receive access to exclusive content and if you can give $5/mo or more you'll also be entered into monthly draws for fantastic books hand-picked by me.If you'd like to give a one-time donation to The Cordial Catholic, you can visit the PayPal page.Thank you to those already supporting the show!Theme Music: "Splendor (Intro)" by Former Ruins. Learn more at formerruins.com or listen on Spotify, Apple Music,A very special thanks to our Patreon co-producers who make this show possible: Amanda, Elli and Tom, Fr. Larry, Gina, Heather, James, Jorg, Michelle, Noah, Robert, Shelby, Susanne and Victor, and William.Beyond The BeaconJoin Bishop Kevin Sweeney for inspired interviews with Catholics living out our faith!Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showFind and follow The Cordial Catholic on social media:Instagram: @cordialcatholicTwitter: @cordialcatholicYouTube: /thecordialcatholicFacebook: The Cordial CatholicTikTok: @cordialcatholic

The readings for this homily: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/030326.cfmFather Matthew Tomeny, MIC, reminds us that true love begins with God and flows outward to every human soul. He explains that those who love themselves more than God impose heavy burdens on those around them, while those who love God above all seek to lift the weight from others. In this spirit, St. Katharine Drexel, born into immense wealth in 1858, chose to see the world through God's eyes.Educated by devout parents, she inherited more than $7 million — a fortune that would equal hundreds of millions today. Yet she recognized that money was not as valuable as the good works it could perform.. Guided by the prophetic call “wash yourselves clean … make justice your aim,” she turned her inheritance into works of mercy for orphans, widows, African‑American families, and the Native‑American peoples.She requested missionaries for Wyoming from the Holy See, and the Pope's reply — “why don't you become a missionary?” — sparked a radical conversion. She surrendered her fortune, prompting headlines that read “Drexel Gives Up $7 Million.” From that surrender sprang 51convents, 60schools, and 145 missions across the United States, including Xavier University, the first historically Black Catholic university.For St. Katharine, the Eucharist was the living source of every act of charity. She taught that when we behold Christ hidden in the Sacrament, we also see Him hidden in each person we serve. The humble sacrifice of the Mass empowers us to love without selfish gain, inspiring and enabling her own life of self‑offering. ★ Support this podcast ★

The readings for this homily: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/030426.cfmFather Tyler Mentzer, MIC, invites us to contemplate what it truly means to “reign with Christ.” He opens with a striking analogy: a modern “geodome” that creates a flawless, wind‑less environment for trees. In that artificial sanctuary, the trees flourish at first, but their roots remain shallow. Without needing to withstand the wind, the trees become top‑heavy. Their fragile roots cannot anchor them, and they eventually topple.Father Tyler draws a parallel between those fragile trees and a life that lacks adversity. When we seek a perfect, trouble‑free existence, we attempt to eliminate the “wind” that deepens and strengthens our spiritual roots. The Gospel warns us that greatness in the Kingdom is measured, not by position, but by humble service. Jesus tells the disciples that the first shall be the greatest only when he becomes everyone else's servant.Father Tyler reminds us that the very trials Jesus endured — 40 days in the desert; the temptations of Satan; the agony of the Cross — were the winds that proved His unshakable love for the Father. Likewise, the request of James and John to sit at Christ's right and left reveals a self‑inflated desire for power. Jesus redirects them, teaching that true headship is found in laying down one's life for others, echoing the servant leadership modeled at the Last Supper when He washed His disciples' feet.In our own lives, the “wind” can be professional setbacks, relational conflicts, or the quiet suffering of daily duties. When we meet these challenges with faith, we are compelled to deepen our roots in the Father's love, allowing the Holy Spirit to strengthen us from within. The Sacraments — especially Confession, Baptism, and the Eucharist — provide the nourishment that sustains us through the storm, reminding us that we are already participants in Christ's reign when we serve selflessly.Father Tyler urges us to ask: Do I seek the comfort of a wind‑less dome, or do I welcome the gusts that shape my character? By choosing to serve, to love, and to sacrifice, we already reign with Christ, even if the world does not notice. At the final judgment, the Church teaches that we will be judged by the depth of our love of God and neigbor—; that is, by how far we have sunk our roots into the Father's boundless mercy. ★ Support this podcast ★

In a post-Liturgy Q & A held by a wonderful and learned priest, Fr. Justin Hewlett, someone present (a Baptist, if memory serves) asked a question about the Eucharist. He had been reading some anti-Catholic literature which had denounced the supposedly Catholic teaching that Christ was re-sacrificed at every Mass and he wondered, since the Orthodox use the same kind of sacrificial language about the Eucharist that the Catholics do, if we also believe that Christ is re-sacrificed at every Divine Liturgy. He pointed out that Bible texts like Hebrews 9:25-28 make the notion of Christ being re-sacrificed every week untenable.

Welcome to Rise Up – Day 15. In today's Gospel, Jesus asks James and John a powerful question: “Can you drink the chalice that I will drink?” At the time, they had no idea what He meant. But that chalice would become the chalice of the Mass—the sacrifice of Christ poured out for the salvation of the world. Every time we attend Mass, we are invited to enter into that same mystery: the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. The question remains for us today: Can we drink the chalice? Watch today's reflection and allow the Lord to draw you deeper into the mystery of the Eucharist. #RiseUp #Catholic #DailyGospel #TheMass #Eucharist #CatholicFaith #CatholicYouTube

Summary On the Second Sunday of Lent, the Church gives us the Transfiguration—every year—because we need what the disciples needed: hope. Fr. Will unpacks why Jesus brings Peter, James, and John up the mountain, and how this glimpse of glory strengthens them for the Passion and the “scandal of the Cross.” From there, the homily connects the Gospel to the Lenten series on the deadly sins, focusing on sloth (acedia): not simply laziness, but a spiritual lethargy that comes from forgetting what we were made for. When we lose sight of heaven, we grow indifferent, distracted, and even frantic—pouring energy into what doesn't last while neglecting our true mission. The antidote is zeal: remembering that every Christian is called to holiness, and that our vocation is lived out in concrete love—prayer, conversion, and daily sacrifice, especially toward the people closest to us. Key takeaways The Transfiguration strengthens hope: Jesus shows both who He is and what we are made for. Jesus prepares the disciples “against the scandal of the Cross.” Sloth (acedia) is not merely laziness—it's sorrow at spiritual joy and forgetfulness of our mission. Zeal is the opposite of sloth: remembering our vocation and investing in love of God and neighbor. Holiness begins “here”: in our homes, our parish, and the relationships God has entrusted to us. Survey link:

Why do we take communion? And is there a "right" way to do it? In this episode of the Daily Grace Podcast, Jeremy Schmucker and Spencer Valeri talk through the practice of the Lord's Supper, also known as communion or the Eucharist. They discuss the various views, doctrines, and practices held by different denominations, including transubstantiation, consubstantiation, spiritual presence and the memorial view. You'll even learn the surprising history of why we often use grape juice for communion. Get ready for a lively discussion that tackles some of the more difficult questions around this rich and mysterious topic. Enjoy! GO Bible! When Storms Rage Tell Us What You Think Unlock a 10% off coupon! And get first access to new sales, Bible studies & books! Join for free here! Subscribe to our Podcast Newsletter!  Connect with us:  The Daily Grace Co. | Facebook | Instagram | Daily Grace Blog | The opinions of guests on the Daily Grace podcast do not represent the opinions of The Daily Grace Co., and we do not necessarily endorse the resources that they recommend or mention on the show. We believe it is valuable to hear from a variety of guests, even if we do not agree in all areas. As always, the statements made by hosts and guests on the show should be tested against God's Word, the only authority on truth.

“Should we remove holy water and cover statues in Lent?” This question opens a discussion on the practices of the season, while also addressing the nature of the Mass as a true sacrifice, the challenges of explaining its mystical elements to Protestants, and the historical changes from the Latin Mass to the new order. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 01:27 – Should We Remove Holy Water and Cover Statues Doing Lent? 12:25 – Is the sacrifice of the Mass symbolic or is it actually Christ continually being sacrificed through time and space in the Eucharist? 17:14 – How do you deal with a Protestant who struggles with the mystical or supernatural aspects of the Mass. I mean, consuming flesh and blood is pretty out there. 37:10 – After the collect, does the congregation need to wait until the priest sits down before we sit down? We did it that way when I was a kid, but not anymore. 42:25 – Why did the Mass change from the Latin Mass to the new order? 47:43 – I'm in OCIA. I wanted to attend a Church that has a Latin Mass. What do I need to know beforehand? I saw on a parish website times for high mass and low mass. What is this all about?

Patrick answers questions about the soul after death, clarifies the Catholic teaching on the Assumption, and offers guidance for handling friendships with compassion and boundaries. He comments on breaking news from Iran, discusses thoughts about Prince and Tom Petty, and shares practical advice about taxes, indulgences, and trustworthy Bible apps for families. Mark (email) - If we can recognize each other when we are disembodied, does that mean we are actually instilled with some other supernatural "sense" upon death? (00:33) Manuel (email) - Regarding the emails (from the first hour), I understood that it’s not so much about the young man wanting to find the right young lady, it was more that you belittled women who have a sexual past, before marriage, through your comments. (04:19) Carmen (email) - Speaking of virginity being considered an abnormal and shunned way of living one's life… (06:15) Purple (email) - Since you believe that Jesus was assumed into heaven, can you please show me in the Bible where it says that "they all looked up and watched as Mary was taken up into heaven..." (07:48) Audio: Prince on the importance of playing the guitar (12:46) Dan - For people who don't want to pay taxes, just donate a bunch of money. If you donate $50,000, your taxes could be nearly paying zero. (14:05) The Assembly of Experts were all assembled in Qom to vote on the next ‘Supreme Leader’. And Israel just bombed them all. (18:39) Vivian - How can I forgive my friend who said very hurtful things to me. (20:30) Jose - You said that your dad was not a cussing person, and I know what he meant by that. (27:32) Elizabeth - Can we do something besides going to pilgrimage sites for the Jubilee Year of St. Francis? (30:00) Lauren (email) - I grew up Protestant and had an abortion when I was young and it absolutely weighs heavy on my heart especially as I’ve been going through my OCIA classes because I now realize I was putting myself before God, so it will be the very first thing I take to confession prior to my confirmation and first Eucharist. My question is, should I also tell my cradle Catholic spouse? (35:56) Jim - Is polygamy a sin? (38:55) Jen - Can you recommend a good Catholic Bible App for my teenage son? (40:51)

Friends of the Rosary,Today, Tuesday of the Second Week of Lent, we see in the Gospel, Christ the Lord condemning the religious externalism, vanity, and hypocrisy of the Pharisees of that time, and currently, all of us.We should look into our Lenten practices of piety and works of charity and see whether they are performed to be seen.Also, today the dioceses of the United States celebrate the Memorial of St. Katharine Drexel (1858-1955), virgin, called to teach the Gospel and to bring the Eucharist to the Native American and African American people.Born into a wealthy Philadelphia family, she founded the Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament and opened mission schools in the West. In 1915, she founded Xavier University in New Orleans.At her death, there were more than 500 sisters teaching in 63 schools.Ave Maria!Come, Holy Spirit, come!To Jesus through Mary!Here I am, Lord; I come to do your will.Please give us the grace to respond with joy!+ Mikel Amigot w/ María Blanca | RosaryNetwork.com, New YorkEnhance your faith with the new Holy Rosary University app:Apple iOS | New! Android Google Play.Ave Maria!Come, Holy Spirit, come!To Jesus through Mary!Here I am, Lord; I come to do your will.Please give us the grace to respond with joy!+ Mikel Amigot w/ María Blanca | RosaryNetwork.com, New YorkEnhance your faith with the new Holy Rosary University app:Apple iOS | New! Android Google Play• ⁠March 3, 2026, Today's Rosary on YouTube | Daily broadcast at 7:30 pm ET

What is really happening at Mass… that we can't see?In this powerful episode, we sit down with Joe Helow to unpack The Real Presence: The Mass (TheRealPresenceFilm)—a stunning 28-minute film that reveals the unseen spiritual reality of the Catholic Mass through breathtaking liturgical imagery and artistic augmented reality.At the heart of the film is the Church's bold and beautiful claim: Jesus Christ is truly present in the Eucharist—not symbolically, not metaphorically—but in reality.With recent studies showing that many Catholics no longer believe in the Real Presence, this film was created to reawaken faith, inspire awe, and help viewers rediscover what the Church has always taught about the Eucharist. Through visually striking scenes and insightful commentary filmed at the 2024 National Eucharistic Congress, the film brings clarity to what is happening at every moment of the Mass—and why it matters for your life.Featuring powerful reflections from voices across the Church, including:Fr. Mike SchmitzDr. Scott HahnDeacon Harold Burke-SiversSr. Briege McKennaSr. Bethany MadonnaBishop David L. ToupsBishop Erik T. PohlmeierChristophe Cardinal PierreCurtis MartinFr. Robert SpitzerTogether, these leaders help us see the Mass as it truly is: Heaven touching earth.The tone of the film—and this conversation—is joyful, reverent, and inviting. Whether you are a lifelong Catholic, someone struggling with belief, or a seeker curious about the Eucharist, this episode will deepen your understanding of the greatest gift Christ left His Church.If the Eucharist is truly Jesus… then nothing at Mass is ordinary.Watch, reflect, and rediscover what you can't see.Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube and don't forget to follow, subscribe, like and share!https://linktr.ee/bobbyfred85

Fr. Evan is joined by show producer Mike once again to answer your questions on if the Eucharist is a re-sacrifice, whether or not the Orthodox consider Mary a mediator between God and the faithful, if non-Orthodox are considered Christians by the Church, what makes a council "Ecumenical," clergy attending Liturgy at parishes undercover, Fr. Evan's thoughts on A.I., and postponing Catechesis until kicking a nicotine habit on this Mailbag edition of Orthodoxy Live!

Father Casey Jones is a priest of the Diocese of Venice, Florida. He currently serves as the pastor of St. Elizabeth Seton Parish and school in Naples, Florida. In Today's Show: Advice for a protestant feeling the pull of the Catholic church. Was the person who died on the cross next to Jesus the same person who helped Jesus when he was born Is praying an equal act to physically helping people? How do indulgences work? How can we enjoy Heaven if some of our relatives may be in Hell? What should be done if you see someone take the Eucharist without consuming it? ​​Is it foolish to feel that your personal prayers are trivial to God with all the chaos going on? Can the Rosicrucians be disproven? Who is "The Angel of the Lord"? Are there any circumstances where we would want to pray to a specific member of the Trinity over God the Father? 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!

In this episode of Catholicism for Catholics, Alison Oertle unpacks the Mass, the Divine Liturgy.What is it? How does one participate fully? And why does it matter?With so many ways to pray and worship as Catholics (personal prayer, small groups, times of praise) the Church calls the liturgy the primary act of worship. It is more than attending; it is coming together as the Body of Christ, joining with the worldwide Church, and even the angels and saints in heaven, to praise and receive God.This episode explores:The meaning of the word liturgy (“the work of the people”)How to participate consciously, actively, and fullyThe Scripture, prayers, and sacraments that guide the MassHow the Eucharist connects participants to Christ's sacrifice and nourishes daily lifeWays to enter into the heavenly reality that the Mass revealsThe Mass is not just a routine; it is a real encounter with Jesus, a chance to set aside distractions, receive His grace, and leave sent to live as His light in the world.✨ Subscribe to our YouTube channel and tap the bell to be notified for future episodes. Blessed is She is grateful to walk alongside women on this journey of faith.

When exactly can Catholics fulfill their Easter duty, and why does the Church require it? In this episode of Catholic Answers Live, Jimmy Akin answers thoughtful questions from listeners on a wide range of topics. He explains how we know the Scriptures are divinely inspired without falling into circular reasoning, discusses theories about the causes of same-sex attraction, and examines whether monastic life conflicts with the Church's mission to evangelize. Jimmy also explores the relationship between the Eucharist and the resurrection of the body, moral responsibility for actions done in ignorance, whether swallowing something stuck in your teeth breaks the Eucharistic fast, and how Catholic moral theology evaluates difficult scenarios like stopping a hijacked plane. A wide-ranging discussion covering Scripture, moral theology, and practical questions about living the Catholic faith. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 01:00 – When can you fulfill your Easter duty? 11:07 – How can we know that the Scriptures are divinely inspired? The idea that “the Church says the Scriptures are divinely inspired because the Church has the authority to say so, but the Church has the authority to say so because the Scriptures give them the authority to” feels like a circular argument. I know there’s more to it, but I can’t quite articulate it, so any help would be appreciated! 19:33 – Have you in your learnings come to understand what causes Same-Sex Attraction? Is there a theory you find convincing? Do you have a theory of your own? 29:11 – Is monasticism selfish?  For example, how could have the apostles fulfilled the Great Commission if they were cloistered? And how would that apply today?  Can evangelization be accomplished from inside a monastic cell? 39:54 – It seems to me that God’s ultimate goal is to get us back bodily in heaven with him. Would that be like the garden of Eden again and how does us eating the eucharist help with that? Or does it? It seems we need to eat our savior to be bodily with God like he is. Is this correct or am I going somewhere I shouldn’t with this line of reasoning? 44:17 – If somebody does something evil out of stupidity, how responsible is he for said action? Can he be at least partly excused? 47:58 – This might sound silly, but I've wondered it a lot: If you are in mass and you've fasted the hour but find something in your teeth, does it break the fast to swallow it?  50:00 – Would it be moral to shoot down a hijacked plane full of civilians over an unpopulated area, if it is believed the hijackers intend to crash it in a populated area? Would this be considered doing evil that good may come of it or double effect?

Patrick address what the meaning of the Gospel is and how can we know? In addition, how should you treat the Eucharist at Mass and do you need to receive the Precious Blood? and does saying a Rosary, even though you are distracted, still count? (00:40) Email – Anthony - On Ash Wednesday the words really struck me. What is the definition of the Gospel and how can Protestants say Catholics are wrong? Break 1 (20:13) Sally - We don't drink the wine in the Eucharist so is it valid? (25:03) Corky - Matt 5 20-26. Why do they use the word penny? did they have pennies back then? (27:17) Jonathan - My oldest kid is 16 and doesn't want to talk with me but he doesn't want to do anything with me. What should I do? Break 2 (37:30) Christina - What should you do when the host is dropped? (43:57) John - I am trying to do a daily Rosary and find myself dosing off during it. What can I do to increase my concentration? Does a bad Rosary still count?

“Can the Pope become an antipope?” This question opens a discussion on the complexities of papal authority and the implications of heretical statements. Additionally, the episode addresses why Pope Leo can’t grant permission regarding a new bishop, the historical context of how bishops became popes, and the origins of conclaves. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 04:58 – Why can’t Pope Leo grant permission about the new Bishop? 17:07 – I have heard that if the Pope made a heretical statement, he would become an anti-pope. Is this true and could it happen? 21:35 – Do you have an opinion on Pope Leo visiting the US? 29:30 – How did the Bishops of Peter’s time become Pope? Give him the Peter and the Eucharist books 40:50 – How did conclaves come to be? 45:06 – When do you think the Didache was likely written? Any one of Joe's books… 49:47 – What is the difference between the Papacy and the Orthodox Patriarch? 51:53 – When do we know the Pope is speaking Ex Cathedra and how many times has he? 54:00 – What is the tradition behind the headgear of pope and cardinals?

Thursday Rosary - SPOKEN MALE VOICE with AMBIENT MUSIC by artist: William Claeson This week's collection of beautiful music welcomes you into a calm state of prayer as together, we offer up our intentions alongside this daily rosary. This rosary contains the luminous mysteries, recited on Thursdays.  These mysteries focus on Jesus' public ministry, including his baptism and the institution of the Eucharist, with fruits such as openness to the Holy Spirit and adoration. Join the communion of saints in praying the rosary, as it connects you with the communal prayer of the universal Church and the saints throughout history, fostering a profound sense of spiritual solidarity.  The spoken portion of this rosary is 15 minutes, with extended music for additional meditation.  All music in this video is licensed thru Epidemic Sound Publishing. May this Rosary become a faithful companion to your prayer life. Additional prayer tools at www.rosarywristband.com 30 MINUTE TRADITIONAL ROSARY - LUMINOUS THURSDAY - SPOKEN ONLY https://youtu.be/3FsR8I6WiTs ROSARY - SPOKEN ONLY VERSION: Thursday - SPOKEN ONLY https://youtu.be/S6fNrAPjf2M MOST VIEWED THURSDAY ROSARY: Calm Music    https://youtu.be/73Z7rRx6dnM MOST VIEWED ONE HOUR ROSARY DEVOTION: Complete Rosary    https://youtu.be/rrNMRJ5oH-Q MOST VIEWED SLEEP ROSARY: 4 Hour Sleep Rosary    https://youtu.be/4a-uaEEJOF4 Have you joined our Membership?  For only $1.99 a month, you can directly help this channel grow:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLXCEpdy0etQAdEHB1z-oTg/join Or consider a donation through PayPal to help us continue creating quality content:  https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?business=CHerrera720037%40gmail.com&cmd=_donations¤cy_code=USD&item_name=Donation+to+The+Communion+of+Saints&return=https%3A%2F%2Frosarywristband.com%2Fhome Blessings, Chris - The Communion of Saints Email: chris@rosarywristband.com Simply, easy and quick rosary prayers for everyday recitation and reflection.   This collection of Catholic rosary videos in english serve as a daily devotion and feature calm background music and nature soundscapes.   Choose from audio only or follow along video with all mysteries: Joyful, Sorrowful, Glorious and Luminous.  Listen before sleep or any time for renewed focus and peace. "Together we pray" Visit rosarywristband.com for comfortable one decade rosaries. #Rosary #LuminousMysteries #CatholicMeditation #ThursdayRosary #todayrosary #todayrosaryinenglish

THURSDAY TRADITIONAL ROSARY - SPOKEN MALE VOICE with AMBIENT MUSIC by Artist: William Claeson  - Song Title: Rainfall Come Experience a slower paced and reverent rosary including offertory prayers for each mystery, prayer for Our Pope, prayer to St. Michael the Archangel and Guardian Angel prayer.   Allow the gentle rhythm of the Hail Mary prayers to become almost like breathing - steady, repetitive, and deeply calming, lowering stress and quieting racing thoughts, giving space for real peace to settle in. This rosary contains the luminous mysteries, recited on Thursdays.  These mysteries focus on Jesus' public ministry, including his baptism and the institution of the Eucharist, with fruits such as openness to the Holy Spirit and adoration. Join the communion of saints in praying the rosary, as it connects you with the communal prayer of the universal Church and the saints throughout history, fostering a profound sense of spiritual solidarity.  May this Rosary become a faithful companion to your prayer life. Additional prayer tools at www.rosarywristband.com 30 MINUTE TRADITIONAL ROSARY - LUMINOUS THURSDAY - SPOKEN ONLY https://youtu.be/3FsR8I6WiTs SPOKEN ONLY VERSION: Thursday Rosary - SPOKEN ONLY https://youtu.be/S6fNrAPjf2M MOST VIEWED THURSDAY ROSARY: Calm Music    https://youtu.be/73Z7rRx6dnM MOST VIEWED ONE HOUR ROSARY DEVOTION: Complete Rosary    https://youtu.be/rrNMRJ5oH-Q MOST VIEWED SLEEP ROSARY: 4 Hour Sleep Rosary    https://youtu.be/4a-uaEEJOF4 Have you joined our Membership?  For only $1.99 a month, you can directly help this channel grow:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLXCEpdy0etQAdEHB1z-oTg/join Or consider a donation through PayPal to help us continue creating quality content:  https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?business=CHerrera720037%40gmail.com&cmd=_donations¤cy_code=USD&item_name=Donation+to+The+Communion+of+Saints&return=https%3A%2F%2Frosarywristband.com%2Fhome Blessings, Chris - The Communion of Saints Email: chris@rosarywristband.com Simply, easy and quick rosary prayers for everyday recitation and reflection.   This collection of Catholic rosary videos in english serve as a daily devotion and feature calm background music and nature soundscapes.   Choose from audio only or follow along video with all mysteries: Joyful, Sorrowful, Glorious and Luminous.  Listen before sleep or any time for renewed focus and peace. "Together we pray" Visit rosarywristband.com for comfortable one decade rosaries. All music in this video is licensed thru Epidemic Sound Publishing. #Rosary #LuminousMysteries #CatholicMeditation #ThursdayRosary #todayrosary #todayrosaryinenglish