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Father John and Mary invite us to reflect on and prepare for that real day when each of us is going to stand face to face in front of Jesus and be judged by Him who is the King of the Universe and hear one of two things. Connect with us and our community on our websites and social media. Or simply reach us via email at mission@actsxxix.org (mailto: mission@actsxxix.org) ACTS XXIX - Mobilizing for Mission Web: https://www.actsxxix.org Instagram: @acts.xxix Facebook: @ACTSXXIXmission The Rescue Project Web: https://rescueproject.us Instagram: @the.rescue.project Our Streaming Channels Web: https://watch.actsxxix.org/browse YouTube: @actsxxix (https://youtube.com/actsxxix)

Father John analyzes the Lord's message delivered by Malachi by reflecting on the importance of our words.

The Eternal Father | John 17:1-26 | Abba Father by Hunter Bible Church

Father Jacob and Father John discuss the recent document from the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith regarding Mary, exploring her roles as Co-Redemptrix and Mediatrix. They delve into the theological implications of these titles, the understanding of Mary's mediation, and her role in the Church. Their conversation emphasizes the need for a nuanced approach to Mariology.

Pastor: Kevin BuynakSermon Notes:· Jesus is over everything!· 15 He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of all creation.· How does Jesus describe himself? (put the next 3 verses on one slide)John 10:30 – “I and my father are one”John 14:9 – “He who has seen me has seen the Father”John 8:58 – “Most assuredly I say to you, before Abraham was, I am!”· 16 For by him all things were created, in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities—all things were created through him and for him.· Jesus is not created, but He is the Creator!· Worship only the true Creator.· Don't try to make God who you want Him to be!· 17 And he is before all things, and in him all things hold together.· The greatest threat to us is not the circumstances we face, but our constant bend toward self-sufficiency.· What did you bring with you today that you are carrying alone?· Jesus holds everything together.· 18 He is the beginning, the firstborn from the dead, that in everything he might be preeminent. 19 For in him all the fullness of God was pleased to dwell, 20 and through him to reconcile to himself all things, whether on earth or in heaven, making peace by the blood of his cross.· Jesus brings peace to his people.· 21 And you, who once were alienated and hostile in mind, doing evil deeds.· 22 he has now reconciled in his body of flesh by his death, in order to present you holy and blameless and above reproach before him,· Jesus gives us new identity· The identity Jesus offers reconciles your past, redeems the present, and gives you a residence for eternity.· Vs. 23 if indeed you continue in the faith, stable and steadfast, not shifting from the hope of the gospel that you heard, which has been proclaimed in all creation under heaven, and of which I, Paul, became a minister.· Jesus commissions us to proclaim the Gospel.· Is Jesus truly over your life today?LIFE Group Discussion QuestionsStarter Question· When have you seen something “hold together” that you thought was going to fall apart? What helped it stay strong?Read Colossians 1:15-16· Paul calls Jesus “the image of the invisible God.” What does that mean to you personally?· How does understanding Jesus as both Creator and Sustainer change how you see Him day to day?Read Colossians 1:17· Verse 17 says, “In Him all things hold together.” What are you trying to hold together?Read Colossians 1:18-20· What does it practically look like for Jesus—not a person—to be the true head of the church?· In what ways do people today struggle with a “Jesus and” mindset—adding something else to their faith instead of trusting Jesus fully?Read 1:21-23· Paul says the gospel “has been proclaimed in all creation” and that he became a minister of it. What does it look like for you to live as someone sent to share Jesus over everything?· If “Jesus is over everything,” what's one area of your life that needs to come under His authority this week?· If you've never written down your story, do so this week! Simply share what your life was like before Jesus, how you met Jesus, and what life is like with Jesus now.

He lived in the desert of Skete (Scetis) in Egypt during the fourth century, the golden age of the Desert Fathers. Nothing is known of his life in the world. He spent many years as the disciple of Abba Ammoes, who was very severe with him. Once the Elder took a dry stick, stuck it in the sand, and commanded John to water it every day until it bore fruit. Though this was plainly impossible, John performed the task uncomplainingly, walking a great distance to fetch the water, for three years. At the end of that time, the stick bore fruit. Abba Ammoes brought it to church the following Sunday and called out to the brethren, "Come and eat the fruit of obedience!" Though he had never praised or thanked his disciple, before he died Abba Ammoes said of John, "He is an angel, not a man." After his elder's repose, Abba John withdrew further into the desert, devoting all his time to vigil and prayer. As he prayed he would weave baskets, which he sold to meet his few needs. Sometimes he was so rapt in prayer that he would keep weaving until the basket reached an absurd size, filling his cell.   When, after many years, Abba John was delivered from all evil thoughts, Abba Poemen (commemorated August 27) told him to pray to God for another temptation to struggle against, for only in this way does the soul make progress. He rejoiced when he was insulted, was never known to be angry with anyone, and would run away as fast as he could if he ever saw men quarreling. He reposed in peace.   "Pray earnestly with compunction and vigilance. Pay no attention to the faults of others. Do not measure yourself against other people, for you are lower than every creature." — Abba John the Dwarf

2025-11-02 - The Father - John 14v28 - Calvyn Jonker by Weekly Sermon from Whanganui East Baptist Church

THE GOSPEL OF JOHN: THE DEITY AND TEACHING OF JESUS CHRIST -"No Other Way to the Father”John 14:1-6 NKJVChrist's Bible Fellowship - Barrigada, Guam USASpeaker: Pastor Avery FerrerasSunday, November 02, 2025

Today's Topics: 1) Gospel - Luke 6:12-16 - Jesus went up to the mountain to pray, and He spent the night in prayer to God. When day came, He called His disciples to Himself, and from them He chose Twelve, whom He also named Apostles: Simon, whom He named Peter, and his brother Andrew, James, John, Philip, Bartholomew, Matthew, Thomas, James the son of Alphaeus, Simon who was called a Zealot, and Judas the son of James, and Judas Iscariot, who became a traitor. Feast of Saints Simon and Jude, Apostles Saints Simon and Jude, pray for us! Bishop Sheen quote of the day 2, 3, 4) Father Stephen Lesniewski joins Terry to discuss, Servant of God, Father John Hardon, S.J.

Father John Jaddou - 7th Sunday of Elijah 2025 by Chaldean Diocese

In The Glory Due His Name, Megan J. Conner reminds us that in a world obsessed with the artificial, it’s easy to lose sight of the majesty of God’s creation. Drawing from Psalm 29:2–4, this devotional calls believers to lift their eyes from the screens and distractions of daily life and return to authentic worship—to “ascribe to the LORD the glory due His name.” Highlights In a world filled with man-made distractions, we often overlook God’s true glory in creation. Like the Israelites in the wilderness, we easily forget God’s faithfulness and miracles when we focus on worldly comforts. God’s handiwork is all around us—every breath, seed, and heartbeat declares His majesty. Worship is not just a Sunday activity; it’s a daily act of remembrance and gratitude for God’s provision and redemption. We are called to lift our gaze, turn from distractions, and proclaim His greatness to the world. Join the Conversation How do you intentionally worship God in your daily life? Share your reflections and inspire others to glorify Him amid life’s noise. Tag @LifeAudioNetwork and use #AscribeGlory #WorthyIsTheLord #FaithInAction to join the conversation.

In this first part of a two-part series on John 14:6, Pastor Matt Maloney explores the profound declaration of Jesus: “I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.”Beginning with "I am the Way," the sermon traces the storyline of Scripture—from Eden to the torn curtain at Christ's crucifixion. In our sin, humanity was cast out from God's presence (Gen 3), yet God's desire to dwell with His people never ceased (Exod 29). Jesus, through His atoning death, has removed the barrier of sin and opened the way back to the Father (Luke 23). The call is simple yet weighty: come to Jesus. There is no other way to draw near to God.In "I am the Truth," we see that sin not only separated us relationally from God but also darkened our understanding of Him. Left to ourselves—whether through religion, philosophy, or science—we suppress the truth (Rom 1). But God has taken the initiative: in Jesus, the truth is revealed. He is the true light (John 1:9), the full revelation of the Father (John 14:7–11). Yet revelation alone is not enough—it takes a miracle. Only by the Spirit's work (John 14:26) can blind eyes be opened to see Jesus for who He truly is.

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John 14:1-14. From the "Gospel of John - Part II" sermon series. Preached by Jody Killingsworth.

To Be Like Him | He Came to Show Us the Father | John 1:1-18This year, we're studying the gospels as one harmonious story in order to see the glory of God as revealed through them with the clearest picture of God in the person of Jesus painted for us and “To Be Like Him.”In today's sermon, pastor Joanne DiLeo discusses Jesus' nature and the reason why He came.

Send us a text God is love is more than a comforting phrase, it is God's very nature. In this Buddy Walk with Jesus episode, we unpack what Scripture means by love that starts with God, not our performance (1 John 4:7–18). We explore how His love drives out fear, secures our identity, and reshapes everyday life with Jesus. We walk through Jesus' prayer for real communion with the Father (John 17:3) and the unbreakable assurance of Romans 8:31–39, then contrast “God loves me when…” with “God loves me, therefore…”. You will hear a simple framework, Initiation, Communion, Overflow, and a few accessible practices that move love from head knowledge into lived experience. If you feel worn out, ashamed, or unsure where you stand with God, this conversation will invite you to rest, receive, and become a conduit of love to others. Support the show If you have any questions about the subjects covered in today's episode you can find us on Facebook at the links below or you can shoot me an email at joe@buddywalkwithjesus.com One Stop Shop for all the links Linktr.ee/happydeamedia

Fr. steve expounds upon the meaning of Faith.

Title: Who Is Your FatherPreacher: Denny BurkSeries: JohnPassage: John 8:39–47

Father John, Conquest, Bishop Barron, Rush Limbaugh, conclusionBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-true-conservative--2039343/support.

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On this extended episode of Catholic Forum, after a news update from The Dialog, we talk to Father John Aurilia, OFM Cap, who as a young Franciscan in the 1960s, served as one of the secretaries of Saint Padre Pio of Pietrelcina. Father John tell us about the extraordinary mystical gifts of the saint, how is most outstanding gift was his humility and what Padre Pio was like in his day-to-day life. We also learn about Father Aurilia's book, "Dearest Soul: A Spiritual Journey with Padre Pio." You can see a video of this wonderful interview on the Diocese of Wilmington's YouTube channel. Search Diocese of Wilmington on YouTube.  Catholic Forum is a production of the Office of Communication of the Diocese of Wilmington. Please like, share and subscribe and follow us at FaceBook.com/CatholicForum.

In this timely session of Awareness in Action, Father John Dear confronts the urgency of our times with an echo from Martin Luther King Jr.: “The choice is no longer violence or non-violence… It's […]

Weekly Sunday sermons from Pastor Mike Powers and other members of our Pastoral Body. Richland Creek Community Church gathers to glorify God in worship, grow as disciples of Jesus, and go on mission with the gospel. For more, visit richlandcreek.com.Main Idea: True Children of God follow their Heavenly FatherChildren of God hear God's Word.Children of God act like part of the family.Children of God are freed from the devil's power.Children of God are born again.

One of the most believed stories Jesus ever told was of the Prodigal Son. And yet if we dig deeper, it's really about the complexity of family relationships, and the nature of our loving Father in heaven.  When a child breaks their parent's heart, the love of a parent does not end - it waits, it watches, and it longs for restoration, just as the Father did for his prodigal son. In the same way, when rivalry takes root between brothers and sisters, it twists love into resentment and becomes sin, stealing joy from the family God intended to be whole. Yet the beauty of the gospel is that there is always a safe place to return - the family table. No matter the hurt, no matter the distance, God invites us back to His table of grace, where forgiveness is offered, relationships can be healed, and love has the final word. If you liked this podcast, please like, subscribe and/or SHARE. If you would like to know more information about Canyon Springs Church in San Diego, visit http://www.canyonsprings.org Subscribe to all of our podcasts on iTunes here: http://goo.gl/h0mlhv

In this episode of Pray the Word on John 5:17, David Platt challenges us to work for other's good, God's glory, and our joy.Listen to our newest podcast, Everyday Radical!Explore more content from Radical.

Exorcism. When it's not psychological. How the Church actually decides. Catholic exorcist Fr. John lays out the real process: medical & psychological rule-outs, bishop oversight, and when a case moves from deliverance to the Rite of Exorcism. We cover incubus/succubus reports, why “demons travel in packs,” practical tools (holy water, blessed salt), and the red flags that say a team is needed. SHARE YOUR STORY (PRIVACY OPTIONS)Veil Encounters (listeners): https://forms.gle/3fTnj7TeFnRcHFnE9 First-Responder Files (LEO/Fire/EMS, anonymous OK): https://forms.gle/nvM7bsTb96gsBB6L6 SUPPORT THE SHOWBuy Me A Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/sohara24x JOIN THE VEIL REPORT (MONTHLY BTS) https://thedadsdoomsdayguide.kit.com/ec3e91fdcd CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction 00:22 Revisiting Father John's Insights on Exorcism 01:48 Reflections on Society and Violence 03:14 The Role of Veil Encounters and Listener Stories 04:42 Father John's Journey to Becoming an Exorcist 09:20 Understanding Exorcism as Healing and Deliverance 16:20 The Shift in Church Teaching on Demons and Exorcism 19:06 Experiences with Exorcism in Rome 22:20 The Process of Identifying Demonic Possession 24:39 The Importance of Ruling Out Medical Issues 27:29 The Nature of Demons and Their Influence 30:47 The Devil's Ultimate Goal and Spiritual Warfare 38:31 The Impact of Society on Spiritual Struggles 42:02 The Connection Between Sin and Demonic Influence 46:32 The Dangers of the Occult and Spiritual Practices 51:14 The Role of Imagination and Control in Spirituality 54:13 Understanding Hauntings and Spiritual Entities 54:41 Understanding Distressed Souls and Ghosts 57:57 The Nature of Evil and Spiritual Distress 01:01:13 The Role of Sin in Spiritual Attacks 01:05:43 The Importance of Living a Graceful Life 01:09:49 Spiritual Authority and Family Dynamics 01:15:02 The Impact of Generational Promises 01:18:27 Recognizing Signs of Possession 01:21:20 The Power of Blessings and Holy Water 01:24:38 The Battle Against Temptation 01:29:35 The Rarity of True Possession 01:35:52 The Authority of Names in Spiritual Warfare 01:45:55 Final Thoughts on Spiritual Warfare and Faith ABOUT DDG The Dad's Doomsday Guide explores exorcism/demonology, hauntings, NDEs/consciousness, and the search for meaning. Honest, curious and evidence-seeking. CONNECT Email: podcast@dadsdoomsdayguide.com  Phone: 213-465-3252 Website: https://www.dadsdoomsdayguide.com/ DISCLAIMER All opinions are our own. Content is for educational and entertainment purposes only; not financial, medical, or legal advice.  

Over fifty years ago, a Notre Dame priest sought to become a literature professor. He ended up on another path, becoming an ally with South Bend's Latinx immigrant community and founding a youth and community service center—La Casa de Amistad.This episode was produced by Caleb Matz and Jon Watson from the Ernestine M. Raclin School of the Arts at IU South Bend, and by George Garner from the Civil Rights Heritage Center. Full transcript of this episode available here. Learn more about the University of Notre Dame's Foundry Field project referenced in this episode here.  Want to learn more about South Bend's history? View the photographs and documents that helped create it. Visit Michiana Memory at http://michianamemory.sjcpl.org/.  Title music, “History Repeats,” from Josh Woodward, used via CC-BY-4.0-DEED. Visit his website at https://www.joshwoodward.com. 

Topics: False Prophets in Matthew 7, The Most Scary Passage in The Bible, The Will of the Father (John 6:29,40), Jesus Is Both Savior and Lord, Trusting in Jesus Once by Grace Is What Saves, Matthew 7:21-23 Is Not Describing Christians, God Is Love (1 John 4:8), Perfect Love Casts Out All Fear (1 John 4:18), False Prophets According to Jesus, Jesus Said “I Never Knew You” to Unbelievers, I Know My Sheep and My Sheep Know Me (John 10:14), Belief in Jesus Is the Will of the Father, Your Best Works Are Like Filthy Rags (Isaiah 64:6), Galatians Is Combating Judaizers, The Gospel of Grace (Acts 20:24), The One Who Does Not Work (Romans 4:5), We Are Righteous in Christ (2 Corinthians 5:21), Believers Are Not Known by Our Fruit, Unbelievers Are Known by Fruit unto Death, Unbelievers Are Trees, Believers Are Branches (John 15:5), Casting Out Demons by Unbelievers, Pharaoh's Magicians Signs and Wonders (Exodus 7 and 8), Prophesy Means to Speak, The Lawless One Is Teaching Judaic Behavioralism, The Law Is Not For the Righteous (1 Timothy 1:9), The Law Is Not of Faith (Galatians 3:12), These Are Not Lukewarm Christians, Lukewarm Is About Purposefulness Not Salvation (Revelation 3), Matthew 7 Is People Bragging on What They Did for GodSupport the showSign up for Matt's free daily devotional! https://mattmcmillen.com/newsletter

FAther John talks about detaching from things of this world and also about our two newest Saints!

Homily for Sunday, August 31, 2025.  Father John is going on a well deserved 3 month sabbatical beginning next week.  We wish him well.

Aussie writer Lorin Clarke honours her late father's legacy in this fascinating documentary about the life of John Clarke, from satirical comedy to insightful offerings. Lorin sits down with Mick Molloy to remember his work. Catch Mick in the Morning, with Roo, Titus & Rosie LIVE from 6-9am weekdays on 105.1 Triple M Melbourne or via the LiSTNR app. Mick In The Morning Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/molloy Triple M Melbourne Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/triplemmelb Triple M Footy TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@triplemmelbourne Triple M Footy Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/triplemmelbourne See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Father John Meyerhofer, a parochial vicar, shares a homily during the 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on August 31, 2025.

The first of Father John's fall series on A.I., Father Jacob and he take up the question from the perspective of the uncontrollability of the world. Unpacking the thought of Harmut Rosa and bringing Von Balthasar to bear, they seek to understand the contours of “resonance,” in place of the illusion of an engineered reality.

Fr. Steve's first Mass at Our Lady of the Rosary, Detroit. DCCM

Just after 3 a.m. on December 31, 1989, Collier Boyle heard the sound of raised voices, followed by two loud thuds, and then nothing. By morning, his mother, Noreen, was missing. His father, John Boyle Jr., claimed she'd left for a trip, but the suitcase she always used was still there, untouched. So was her purse.Collier asked questions that no one seemed willing to answer. As suspicion grew, so did the weight of what he knew. Eventually, it would be his voice—his testimony—that unraveled the story his father tried so hard to hide.This episode traces the truth behind Noreen Boyle's disappearance and the courage of a boy who spoke up, even when it meant turning in his own father.If you are experiencing domestic violence, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233, or go to http://thehotline.org . All calls are toll-free and confidential. The hotline is available 24/7 in more than 170 languages.************************************************************************************************Podcast Promo: Darkcast Network*************************************************************************************************Do you have thoughts about this case, or is there a specific true crime case you'd like to hear about? Let me know with an email or a voice message: https://murderandlove.com/contactFind the sources used in this episode and learn more about how to support Love and Murder: Heartbreak to Homicide and gain access to even more cases, including bonus episodes, ad-free and intro-free cases, case files and more at: https://murderandlove.com~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Please take some time to Rate, Share, Subscribe!

The Making of a Glad Father | John Sloan | 08.03.25 by Capshaw Baptist

Fr. John Peck is back with us this week. We dive into a topic with a ton of low frequency noise in our current society. I wanted to get a more grounded, truthful view of what healthy masculinity and femininity look like. We hear all kinds of wild versions of this which sometimes sound legitimate but aren't rooted in Truth. For more from Fr. John Peck, go here:   Sponsors: The 3rd Annual Ludwell Orthodox Fellowship Conference: Saturday, September 6, 2025, in Stafford, VA:   Perfect Spiral Capital:   Get the new Counterflow T-shirt before it sells out! Visit or send $30 via PayPal to buck@counterflowpodcast.com with your size and shipping address! Audio Production by Podsworth Media -  

The Pharisees put their trust in their heritage in Abraham, but our only hope for salvation is to have God as our true Father. Pastor Nate Harlan preaches. Listen above or download the audio file here. Transcript: Introduction Our sermon text for this Lord’s Day is John 8:39-47: Jesus said to them, “If God were […] The post If God Is Your Father — John 8:39–47  first appeared on Trinity Reformed Church.

The battle of good versus evil: how can we be sure we're on the right side? In today's episode, we speak with someone who has witnessed evil take hold of people — and fought to drive it out. What kind of person dares to confront such powerful forces head-on? One of these rare and fearless individuals is Father John Farao, a renowned exorcist from the Diocese of Monterey… For over 14 years, Fr. Farao has served as the Catholic Chaplain at California Men's Colony, a state prison in San Luis Obispo that houses 4,000 men. Renowned for his deep knowledge and spiritual insight into the demonic, he is dedicated to clarifying and demystifying the teachings of the Catholic Church. Click play to dive into: How Fr. Farao got involved in the prison ministry.  What it's like to watch God work in the lives of inherently troubled people.  The impact of faith on inmates. The most difficult types of trauma to overcome.  Exorcism remains one of the most mysterious, misunderstood, and sensationalized practices in Christianity. What can Fr. Farao's experience tell us about the realities of this chilling subject? Join us now to find out for yourself! Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: http://apple.co/30PvU9C Upgrade Your Wallet Game with Ekster!  Get the sleek, smart wallet you deserve—and save while you're at it! Use coupon code FINDINGGENIUS at checkout or shop now with this exclusive link: ekster.com?sca_ref=4822922.DtoeXHFUmQ5  Smarter, slimmer, better. Don't miss out!

John 6:28-29 “Therefore they said to Him, “What shall we do, so that we may work the works of God?” Jesus answered and said to them, “This is the work of God, that you believe in Him whom He has sent.” In the previous verse, Jesus told the crowd to work for the food that endures to eternal life. Their response shows they missed the point Jesus was making about Himself being the giver of the food. Their natural frame of reference was work they had to do to get eternal life. We want to be careful not to make the same mistake. Notice, Jesus didn't say, “This is the work you have to do; believe in Him whom He sent.” Jesus didn't answer their question directly. Instead, He told them the work that God is interested in. It isn't the work of man, but the work of the Son of Man, Jesus Christ. That's why Jesus told them the work God does, namely, believing in Him. We are going to learn later in this chapter that, indeed, it is God who does the work in the hearts of those who believe in Jesus (44-45). In effect, in this verse, He told them to do something they cannot do. They cannot do the work of God. Only God can do the work that results in eternal life. This is why it is misleading to tell people to put their faith in Jesus, which by the way, isn't in the NASB. When I typed in “put your faith in” in the search box of my Bible app, the app replied, “There are no verses in the current range of the NASB which fit the current search entry.” To tell people they must put their faith in Jesus to be saved is dangerous and destructive in two ways. First, it implies that God gives eternal life on the basis of something they do. It puts the power of salvation in their hands, so to speak. That's exactly what the crowd was looking for. “What shall we do?” Second, it robs the person of assurance. Faith is the assurance we receive as a witness from God that we have eternal life in Christ. This is clearly taught in Hebrews 11. As Jesus said in this verse, faith is the work of God. It is a witness to us and to the church that we belong to Christ. Peter testified to this reality after the Gentiles believed in Christ in Acts 15:8-9. “And God, who knows the heart, testified to them giving them the Holy Spirit, just as He also did to us; and He made no distinction between us and them, cleansing their hearts by faith.” Furthermore, later in this conversation Jesus confirms this truth by saying no one can come to Him unless they are brought and taught by God. It is God's work that they believe in His Son. Jesus spoke the truth in love to this crowd, and we should as well when people ask what they can do to be saved. We should say what Jesus said. It is God's work that you believe in Jesus. Share the gospel. God sent Jesus to die for the unjust, to do what they cannot do—namely, pay the price for their sinful, self-glorifying lives, putting an end to their attempts to justify themselves by anything they do (1 Pet. 3:18). Then three days later, God raised Jesus from the dead to declare that the sacrifice of His life is acceptable and pleasing to Him. God raised Jesus from the dead because He is the way, the truth, and the life, and the only way to the Father (John 14:6). Jesus has been authorized by the Father to give eternal life to those the Father gave to Him (John 17:2-3). Jesus was raised to live for them and produce fruit in their lives for the glory of God (John 15:7-8). He therefore calls all men to repent and believe in Jesus, which entails turning from reliance on their own efforts to live for God. Dying to their own life in this world, and turning from seeking to please God in their own strength and good deeds. Rejecting the desire to receive glory and significance from men rather than from God.

Father John Meyerhofer, a parochial vicar, shares a homily during the Fifteenth Sunday of Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on July 13, 2025.

Read Online“What I say to you in the darkness, speak in the light; what you hear whispered, proclaim on the housetops.” Matthew 10:27What is it that our Lord speaks to you in the “darkness” and what is it that you “hear whispered” by Him? This is an important question to consider, since whatever it is that is spoken that way must be spoken “in the light” and proclaimed “on the housetops.”Recall that when people first came to Jesus, curious about Him, He would often speak in a veiled way, in figures of speech and in parables. This method of teaching is the first step in Jesus' ongoing deepening revelation to us. His parables and various figures of speech are meant to draw the listener in so that they are attentive to the deeper message.Recall, also, that Jesus said to His disciples, “I have told you this in figures of speech. The hour is coming when I will no longer speak to you in figures but I will tell you clearly about the Father” (John 16:25). In which way does our Lord speak to you?As we grow in faith, and become more and more familiar with our Lord, He will begin to “lift the veil,” so to speak, and will begin to whisper His deepest truths to us within the depths of our souls. He will communicate to us in ways that go far beyond the veiled message of His parables and figures of speech and will communicate His very self to us, in ways that are beyond words.The Gospel passage above, when taken by itself, seems to clearly indicate that there is much God wants to say to us in a clear way. But He wants to speak it to us in the “darkness” of our interior life and with gentle whispers that can only be heard when we give Him our full attention. Saint John of the Cross, for example, speaks much of the “darkness of faith” by which the deepest communications from our Lord are received. These communications are beyond words, concepts and images and can only be communicated in a direct and spiritual way through infused prayer. Infused prayer is not something you can accomplish on your own; it is a gift by which God continually draws you deeper, you respond and are called even deeper, and you continue to respond.The Gospel passage above also clearly indicates that God wants us to share this most pure faith with others. To share it in the light and to proclaim it on the housetops. This is first done by the witness of our lives, by allowing the transforming grace of God to shine forth through us in ways that He can only do. It is also done by being attentive to those moments when God wants to use you to share His deeper and often veiled truths with others. God must first speak them to you, and then at the promptings of His grace, He will, at times, use you to share Him with others.Reflect, today, upon this twofold action commanded by our Lord. First listen to Him. Listen to Him in the “darkness of faith.” Let Him draw you into the deepest and most certain convictions about His love and mercy and His very Self. Then, as you savor these hidden and holy communications from our Lord, look for ways by which He wants to speak to others through you. You do not have to initiate this proclamation, you only need to respond when He directs you. By building a deep level of prayer in this way, you will not only come to know our Lord in ways that are beyond words, you will also know how and when He wants to speak to others through you. My good Jesus, You desire to speak to me and all Your children in ways that are deep, profound and beyond words. Please do draw me deeper into these communications of Your love so that I may see beyond the veil and come to know You as You are. Please also use me, dear Lord, to speak to others as You choose. Jesus, I trust in You.Image: Ilyas Basim Khuri Bazzi Rahib, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia CommonsSource of content: catholic-daily-reflections.comCopyright © 2025 My Catholic Life! Inc. All rights reserved. Used with permission via RSS feed.

Fourteenth Sunday of Ordinary Time Reading I - Is 66:10-14c Responsorial Psalm  - Ps 66:1-3, 4-5, 6-7, 16,  20 (1) Reading II - Gal 6:14-18 Gospel - Lk 10:1-12, 17-20 or 10:1-9

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This is part two of my Q&A with Father John Strickland. We talk about the Protestant reformation, Autocephalous churches and connections to Byzantium amongst other topics.John is the pastor of an Orthodox Church in Poulsbo in Washington State. He wrote a four-volume series about the history of Christian civilization called Paradise and Utopia. He's also recorded a podcast of the same name as an accompaniment to the books which you can find wherever you get your podcasts or at www.ancientfaith.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode is brought to you by Telepaideia, a collection of live online courses in Latin, Ancient Greek, and the classical humanities offered by The Paideia Institute. Visit www.paideiainstitute.org/telepaideia to browse the course catalogue and register! It's my pleasure today to welcome back Father John Strickland to the podcast. Four episodes ago we talked in detail about the Divine Liturgy and its place at the heart of Byzantine life. I put out the call for listeners to ask questions. Particularly those of us not familiar with Orthodoxy or ecclesiastical issues in general. And Father Strickland has kindly returned to answer them. The questions are wide ranging and so demand thorough answers which Father John provides. So we decided to split them over two episodes. Today we tackle the Orthodox view on salvation and purgatory. As well as the role of the Ecumenical Patriarch and thoughts on the Byzantine understanding of how the divine played a role in daily life. Then we finish with the Orthodox view of Catholicism, Church Union and evangelisation. John is the pastor of an Orthodox Church in Poulsbo in Washington State. He wrote a four-volume series about the history of Christian civilization called Paradise and Utopia. He's also recorded a podcast of the same name as an accompaniment to the books which you can find wherever you get your podcasts or at www.ancientfaith.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.