Podcasts about father chris

Seventh Sunday of Easter Reading I - Acts 7:55-60 or Rv 22:12-14, 16-17, 20 or 17:20-26 Ascension: Acts 1:1-11 Responsorial Psalm  - Ps 47:2-3, 6-7, 8-9 (6) Reading II - Eph 1:17-23 or Heb 9:24-28; 0:19-23 Gospel - Lk 24:46-53

Altar Consecration on June 10! Hello St. Mary Magdalene,  Tuesday night June 10, 2025 Bishop Dolan will be coming to St. Mary Magdalene to consecrate our altar. After the Mass please stay and enjoy some desserts. This will also be the farewell reception for Fr. Chris and Fr. Sylvester. We can't wait to see you there! Fr. Chris Visit us: https://www.smarymag.org Support us online: https://membership.faithdirect.net/AZ754

Fourth Sunday of Easter Reading I - Acts 13:14, 43-52 Responsorial Psalm  - Ps 100:1-2, 3, 5 (3c) Reading II - Rv 7:9, 14b-17 Gospel - Jn 10:27-30

Fifth Sunday of Easter Reading I - Acts 14:21-27 Responsorial Psalm  - Ps 145:8-9, 10-11, 12-13 (see 1) Reading II - Rv 21:1-5a Gospel - Jn 13:31-33a, 34-35

Father Chris has called in to tell Hayley & Max all about the strange things people have done in church!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Congratulations to our First Communicants and Confirmandi Hello St. Mary Magdalene,  Congratulations to the 104 young people making sacraments today (May 2, 2025). May the Body and Blood of Christ and the power of the Holy Spirit lead you closer to Christ! Fr. Chris Visit us: https://www.smarymag.org Support us online: https://membership.faithdirect.net/AZ754

Habemus Papam Hello St. Mary Magdalene,  This week's video is just a few of my thoughts and reflections on the conclave of 2025 and the election of Pope Leo XIV.  Fr. Chris Visit us: https://www.smarymag.org Support us online: https://membership.faithdirect.net/AZ754

May is Mary's Month Hello St. Mary Magdalene,  During this month devoted to Mary there's a common theme in her messages to us, go to Jesus! Indeed Mary always leads us closer to Christ so may she intercede for us so that our trust, love, and faith in Christ may grow more fervently day after day.  Fr. Chris Visit us: https://www.smarymag.org Support us online: https://membership.faithdirect.net/AZ754

Happy Easter! Hello St. Mary Magdalene,  Blessed Good Friday and Happy Easter! How good God is! He allows His heart to be pierced today and the font of grace and mercy flow forth. But this also means that there's room in His pierced heart for each of us! I can't help but think about this during these most sacred days. Christ chooses each of us, Christ chooses you and He makes room for us in His heart so that we might dwell with Him forever. For this we can always give thanks and look to any crucifix with love, gratitude, and hope in the debt that He paid for our salvation. We adore you O Christ, and we praise you! Because by your holy cross you have redeemed the world.  God bless,  Fr. Chris Visit us: https://www.smarymag.org Support us online: https://membership.faithdirect.net/AZ754

There is room for you in the pierced heart of Jesus! Hello St. Mary Magdalene,  Happy Easter! This weekend we celebrate Divine Mercy Sunday, that wonderful feast where we celebrate and give thanks for the victory of Christ over sin and death!  Also I share a bit on Pope Francis and what I take away the most from his pontificate and legacy.  Come join us for our Divine Mercy holy hour on Sunday April 26, 2025 from 3 to 4pm in the church!   God bless,  Fr. Chris Visit us: https://www.smarymag.org Support us online: https://membership.faithdirect.net/AZ754

Habemus Papam! What can we expect from Cardinal Robert Prevost who was elected as the new pope? While we trust that God is at work, we also need to know our new Bishop of Rome, our new Shepherd. Listen as Fr. Chris Alar explains who Leo XIV is, from his own words.

In his most detailed talk yet about Divine Mercy Sunday, Fr. Chris Alar explains how to get the grace promised by Jesus and explains why this is not optional. While the theology is deep, Fr. Chris makes it easy to understand. To access our weekly podcast, go to your preferred podcasting platform and search: Explaining the FaithDiscover more about the Catholic faith on Divine Mercy Plus!Support Our MinistriesFair Use Policy

One of the most frightening but informative Marian apparitions in history happened at Garabandal, Spain, in the 1960s. What was this message and why is it important today? Can we believe this message and what has the Church officially said about it? Join Fr. Chris Alar as he explains all you need to know and what you need to do in order to follow what Heaven is asking for.To access our weekly podcast, go to your preferred podcasting platform and search: Explaining the FaithDiscover more about the Catholic faith on Divine Mercy Plus!Support Our MinistriesFair Use Policy

Grace is the only way we get to Heaven. But what is it? What do you have to do to get it? Through Our Lady of Grace we learn why grace, lived in love, is the most important thing of all. Hear Fr. Chris Alar explain why this Marian devotion is the most important of all.To access our weekly podcast, go to your preferred podcasting platform and search: Explaining the FaithDiscover more about the Catholic faith on Divine Mercy Plus!Support Our MinistriesFair Use Policy

Few things have changed the world more in the last two years than AI. But what does the Church say about it? Is is good and helpful, or dangerous and demonic? Can it be used without opening portals? Fr. Chris Alar explains.To access our weekly podcast, go to your preferred podcasting platform and search: Explaining the FaithDiscover more about the Catholic faith on Divine Mercy Plus!Support Our MinistriesFair Use Policy

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Fifth Sunday of Lent Reading I - Is 43:16-21 or Ezek 37: 12-14 Responsorial Psalm  - Ps 126:1-2, 2-3, 4-5, 6 (3) or PS 130(129):7 Reading II - Phil 3:8-14 or Rom 8: 8-11 Gospel - Jn 8:1-11  or Jn 11:1-45

Reflections on St. Patrick and St. Joseph Hello St. Mary Magdalene,  I hope your Lenten journey has been fruitful thus far. This week we had two amazing saints that remind us of the value of sacrifices and penances having value and doing incredible things when offered to the Lord. Let us, through their intercession, continue in our own Lenten disciplines and persevere so that Christ may more readily manifest Himself in our lives.  God bless,  Fr. Chris Visit us: https://www.smarymag.org Support us online: https://membership.faithdirect.net/AZ754

Third Sunday of Lent Reading I - Ex 3:1-8a, 13-15 or Ex 17:3-7 Responsorial Psalm  - Ps 103:1-2, 3-4, 6-7, 8, 11 (8a) Reading II - 1 Cor 10:1-6, 10-12 or Rom 5:1-2, 5-5 Gospel - Lk 13:1-9 or Jn 4:5-42

Second Sunday of Lent Reading I - Gn 15:5-12, 17-18 Responsorial Psalm  - Ps 27:1, 7-8, 8-9, 13-14 Reading II - Phil 3:17—4:1 or 3:20—4:1 Gospel - Lk 9:28b-36

In this episode of 'The Normal Christian Life,' we delve into the significance of spirit-filled community. Building on a previous discussion about friendship, Father Michael, Father Chris, and Mary Bielski explore how community, distinguished by its larger scale and deeper theological context, plays a crucial role in the Christian journey. The episode highlights personal experiences, the importance of deep, intentional relationships within the church, and the transformative power of unity and community. Key aspects such as prophetic prayer, mutual support, and shared worship are discussed, along with practical ways to foster community both in-person and through technology.   00:00 Introduction to the Episode 00:08 Defining Community vs. Friendship 00:48 Personal Experiences of Community 05:52 The Role of Culture in Community 13:13 Theological Foundations of Community 22:27 Scriptural Insights on Community 25:21 The Importance of Community in Faith 27:10 Theological Differences Between Catholic and Protestant Views 29:46 Taking Responsibility for Each Other 33:04 Challenges and Benefits of Living in Community 43:57 The Role of Technology in Building Community 49:22 Concluding Prayer and Reflections

Abraham and the stars in the sky! Hello St. Mary Magdalene,  This week we have a powerful reading from Genesis 15 as our 1st reading for Mass. In this reading we see Abraham invited to gaze up into the sky and count the stars in the middle of the afternoon! He can't see the stars, and similarly, sometimes we can't always see God or His plan for us, but we know they are there. What a great reminder for us of trust in the Lord and that just because we don't see it, doesn't mean that He isn't leading us! May this Lenten journey help to further cultivate our faith that we may model a faith like that of Abraham and follow the Lord in all things.  God bless,  Fr. Chris Visit us: https://www.smarymag.org Support us online: https://membership.faithdirect.net/AZ754

First Sunday of Lent Reading I - Dt 26:4-10 Responsorial Psalm  - Ps 91:1-2, 10-11, 12-13, 14-15 (see 5b) Reading II - Rom 10:8-13 Gospel - Lk 4:1-13

First Sunday of Lent, Christ is tempted in the desert Hello St. Mary Magdalene,  This Sunday's Gospel comes from Luke 4:1-13, the temptations of Jesus in the desert and in that same vein I share some reflections on this Gospel and how we can resist sin and temptation in our own life.  Have a fruitful and blessed Lent! God bless,  Fr. Chris Visit us: https://www.smarymag.org Support us online: https://membership.faithdirect.net/AZ754

Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time Reading I - Sir 27:4-7 Responsorial Psalm  - Ps 92:2-3, 13-14, 15-16 (see 2a) Reading II - 1 Cor 15:54-58 Gospel - Lk 6:39-45

From Our Lady of Perpetual Help Byzantine Catholic Church, Father Chris Zugger comes in to discuss the War with Ukraine and Russia. He also talks about the money he has raised for the refugees in the Ukraine with his charity The Mission Society. All this on News Radio KKOBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our Lady of Lourdes Hello St. Mary Magdalene,  First, I want to share with you all a wonderful opportunity to engage in fellowship. On Sunday February 23rd from 1-3:30 pm our Family Faith Formation staff and volunteers are hosting a "Children's Outdoor Fun Day." We'll have food trucks, drink carts, face painting and many other activities for everyone! See you there.  Second, our annual Charity and Development Appeal (CDA) has begun. This is our diocese's annual appeal to support charitable works throughout our diocese including (but not limited to) supporting the education and formation of our seminarians, future priests for the Diocese of Phoenix. Thank you all for your generosity to the CDA. You can learn more about the CDA here: https://dphx.org/cda/ Lastly, we celebrated earlier in February two pretty cool saint days, at least for me, Our Lady of Lourdes and St. Bernadette Soubirous- the visionary of Lourdes. This was the Marian apparition that sparked in me a deeper desire and love of Mary and Marian devotions. I share more about it in the video, no spoilers here!  God bless,  Fr. Chris Visit us: https://www.smarymag.org Support us online: https://membership.faithdirect.net/AZ754

Completely different content from Fr. Chris' recent homily on this topic. With so much confusion about immigration today, what do Christians need to know? Should we have open borders? What does Jesus and the Bible say? Is Pope Francis right on this issue? Does his letter to the Catholic Bishops have to be followed? Hear Fr. Chris Alar answer these questions and more!To access our weekly podcast, go to your preferred podcasting platform and search: Explaining the FaithDiscover more about the Catholic faith on Divine Mercy Plus!Support Our MinistriesFair Use Policy

Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time Reading I - Is 6:1-2a, 3-8 Responsorial Psalm  - Ps 138:1-2, 2-3, 4-5, 7-8 (1c) Reading II - 1 Cor 15:1-11 or 15:3-8, 11 Gospel - Lk 5:1-11

From Our Lady Of Perpetual Help Byzantine Catholic Church, Father Chris Zugger comes in to discuss the latest in the War of Russia and the Ukraine. Some of what he talks about are the North Korean involvement, and France giving the Ukraine fighter jets. All this with TJ on News Radio KKOBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feast of the Presentation of the Lord Reading I - Mal 3:1-4 Responsorial Psalm  - Ps 24:7, 8, 9, 10 Reading II - 1 Heb 2:14-18 Gospel - Lk 2:22-40 or 2:22-32

Mystical Body of Christ Hello St. Mary Magdalene,  This week the Church invites us to reflect on the diversity and uniqueness of our gifts and how each of us offers something back to God for the sake of proclaiming the Gospel and sharing the Good News of Jesus with everyone! God bless,  Fr. Chris Visit us: https://www.smarymag.org Support us online: https://membership.faithdirect.net/AZ754

Third Sunday in Ordinary Time Reading I - Neh 8:2-4a, 5-6, 8-10 Responsorial Psalm  - Ps 19:8, 9, 10, 15 (see Jn 6:63c) Reading II - 1 Cor 12:12-30 or 12:12-14, 27 Gospel - Lk 1:1-4; 4:14-21

Today, most Christians believe that if they are only "a good person" they will get to Heaven. This is not correct. What Jesus and the Bible say about getting to Heaven involves much more. Is it through faith alone? Is it through doing good works? Hear Fr. Chris Alar explain exactly what Jesus said we need to do to find eternal life.Discover more about the Catholic faith on Divine Mercy Plus! Support Our MinistriesTo access our weekly podcast, go to your preferred podcasting platform and search: Explaining the FaithFair Use Policy

The Baptism of the Lord Reading I - Is 40:1-5, 9-11 Responsorial Psalm  - Ps 104:1b-2, 3-4, 24-25, 27-28, 29-30 (1) Reading II - Ti 2:11-14; 3:4-7 Gospel - Lk 3:15-16, 21-22

The Epiphany of the Lord Reading I - Is 60:1-6 Responsorial Psalm  - Ps 72:1-2, 7-8, 10-11, 12-13 Reading II - Eph 3:2-3a, 5-6 Gospel - Mt 2:1-12

One of the most powerful devotions in history, and one that keeps surfacing around the world, is the Holy Face (from the Veil of Veronica and the Shroud of Turin). What is so powerful about this and how do we differentiate one image of Christ from another? How did they come to be? Fr. Chris Alar explains this incredible gift of grace. To access our weekly podcast, go to your preferred podcasting platform and search: Explaining the FaithDiscover more about the Catholic faith on Divine Mercy Plus! Support Our MinistriesFair Use Policy

The Nativity of the Lord (Christmas) Reading I - Is 6:1-5 or Is 52:7-10 Responsorial Psalm  - Ps 89 or Ps 98 Reading II - Acts 13:16-17, 22-25 or Heb 1:1-6 or Titus 3:4-7 Gospel - Mat 1:1-25 or John 1:1-18 or Lk 2:15-20

Does the Church still teach Limbo is real? What happens to unbaptized babies when they die? What is the Feast of the Holy Innocents really about? Why would God allow them to suffer so much? Hear Fr. Chris Alar answer these questions and more and elicit the help of these powerful soldiers! Discover more about the Catholic faith on Divine Mercy Plus! https://divinemercyplus.org/tags/Catholicism?utm_source=YTSupport Our Ministries: https://www.thedivinemercy.org/donation?source=ytTo access our weekly podcast, go to your preferred podcasting platform and search: Explaining the Faithor visit: https://www.thedivinemercy.org/podcastsFair Use Policy: https://www.thedivinemercy.org/house/fair-use-policy

With the synod and the resulting confusion from it, what does the Catholic Church actually say about women being ordained deacons? Can it happen? Who were deaconesses? What is Pope Francis saying? Joining Fr. Chris Alar as he explains what the Diaconate is, who St. Stephen was, and why we celebrate his feast day on December 26. To access our weekly podcast, go to your preferred podcasting platform and search: Explaining the Faith or listen on DivineMercyPlus.org. Discover more about the Catholic faith on Divine Mercy Plus!Support Our MinistriesFair Use Policy

First Sunday of Advent Reading I - Jer 33: 14-16 Responsorial Psalm  - Ps 25: 4-5, 8-9 19, 14 (1b) Reading II - I Thes 3:12, 4:2 Gospel - Lk 21: 25-28, 34-36

Advent: a time of expectation Hello St. Mary Magdalene,  Happy Advent! This is a wonderful time for us to prepare our hearts for the coming of the Savior and allow Him to break into our lives in new, powerful ways consequently transformed by this breakthrough of grace. Let the joy of Christ's coming fill our hearts, minds, and souls this season so that we may rejoice in Emmanuel (God with us)!  God bless,  Fr. Chris Visit us: https://www.smarymag.org Support us online: https://membership.faithdirect.net/AZ754

The Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe Reading I - Dn 7: 13-14 Responsorial Psalm  - Ps 93 Reading II - Rev 1: 5-8 Gospel - Lk 32: 36

St. Faustina was taken to Purgatory and said the souls call Mary "Star of the Sea." Why? Why has Mary been called this title for over 1,000 years? What is the meaning of it and why does it matter to us today? Hear Fr. Chris Alar tell the very interesting story.Discover more about the Catholic faith on Divine Mercy Plus! Support Our MinistriesTo access our weekly podcast, go to your preferred podcasting platform and search: Explaining the FaithFair Use Policy

Today's Topics: 1, 2, 3, 4) Gospel - MT 9:27-31 - As Jesus passed by, two blind men followed Him, crying out, “Son of David, have pity on us!”  When He entered the house, the blind men approached Him and Jesus said to them, “Do you believe that I can do this?”  “Yes, Lord,” they said to Him.  Then He touched their eyes and said, “Let it be done for you according to your faith.”  And their eyes were opened.  Jesus warned them sternly, “See that no one knows about this.”  But they went out and spread word of Him through all that land. Father Chris Alar joins Terry to discuss the upcoming movie about the Blessed Mother: I am the Immaculate Conception Memorial of Saint Nicholas, Bishop Saint Nicholas, pray for us! Bishop Sheen quote of the day

Satan's attack is based on two things: Bringing down the Church and the family. It is critical, especially today, to know and understand how to defend our families from these attacks. Fr. Chris Alar explains what the family is, how to know each person's role, and then leads you in a consecration of your family. There are many consecrations out there today (to the Holy Spirit, to Mary, to Joseph, etc.) but this is the one that brings it all together. Discover more about the Catholic faith on Divine Mercy Plus! Support Our Ministries.To access our weekly podcast, go to your preferred podcasting platform and search: Explaining the Faithor visit: DivineMercyPlus.orgFair Use Policy Are you enjoying this podcast? I invite you to listen to more shows brought to you by the Marian Fathers of the Immaculate Conception. Join us daily for enriching, spiritual content which will help you on your journey with Jesus Christ. Simply visit DivineMercyPlus.org for a complete list of our shows. That's DivineMercyPlus.org. Please “follow” or “subscribe” to this podcast to receive the latest episodes and updates. If you have been blessed by this podcast, please consider leaving a review. Reviews greatly improve our podcast ranking, and will help spread this podcast to other people throughout the world. Thank you and God bless you! 

With Christian persecution and modern-day slavery around the world, we are morally obligated to do something about it. At the same time, we are enslaved ourselves to addiction and sin. Hear Fr. Chris Alar explain the "remedy" to both.Discover more about the Catholic faith on Divine Mercy Plus! Support Our Ministries!Fair Use Policy Are you enjoying this podcast? I invite you to listen to more shows brought to you by the Marian Fathers of the Immaculate Conception. Join us daily for enriching, spiritual content which will help you on your journey with Jesus Christ. Simply visit DivineMercyPlus.org for a complete list of our shows. That's DivineMercyPlus.org. Please “follow” or “subscribe” to this podcast to receive the latest episodes and updates. If you have been blessed by this podcast, please consider leaving a review. Reviews greatly improve our podcast ranking, and will help spread this podcast to other people throughout the world. Thank you and God bless you!