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What do we notice about Martha? Was she distracted with preparations for receiving Jesus? What if we look to God only, and choose not to "conform to the patterns of this world" or be bogged down by our own personal expectations? Being misguided in this area does not make someone a bad person, but it does point to a need for God's wisdom. Listen as Beth unpacks this next meal with Jesus.Luke 10:38-42; Romans 12:2; Proverbs 19:8; Matthew 11:28-30; John 15:4

“What do modern people not get about Jesus?” This question opens a discussion on contemporary misunderstandings of Christ’s nature and mission. The conversation also touches on whether Jesus always knew he was divine, the Church’s stance on penances, and the significance of Mary’s betrothal despite her virginity. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 03:59 – What do modern people not get about Jesus? 16:54 – Did Jesus always know he was divine, or did he only know this after his baptism? 31:39 – Has the Catholic Church Changed its views on the severity of penances? 42:20 – Why was Mary betrothed if she was dedicated as a virgin? 49:23 – I talk to Jesus, God the father, and the Holy Spirit separately. How should I address them as three persons or do I even need to? What do you call on them for?

The Rev. DeAnna Christmas preaching on John 19:24-27, recorded for virtual worship on Sunday, April 26, 2026. https://www.seventhavenuechurch.org/

What if the most world‑changing moment didn't arrive with noise or spectacle—but with your name softly spoken? In this message from John 20, we're invited into the Easter morning story through the eyes of Mary Magdalene. In her grief and confusion, Mary comes to the tomb expecting to find death—but instead encounters the risen Jesus in a quiet, deeply personal way. This talk explores how resurrection isn't first recognised through proof or explanation, but through relationship. As the story unfolds, we see how God often meets us not when everything makes sense, but when we're honest about our loss, our waiting, and our longing. Mary mistakes Jesus for the gardener—yet that misunderstanding becomes an unexpected picture of new creation, hope, and restoration. When Jesus speaks her name, everything changes. This message is for anyone who feels unseen, overwhelmed by grief, or stuck in the darkness of “Friday”—and wonders if hope could still break through. Key themes: Meeting Jesus in grief, doubt, and waiting Resurrection as relationship, not spectacle Being known, seen, and called by name New creation breaking into ordinary moments Take a moment to reflect: what might change if you believed Jesus knows your name? For more information on who we are and to get connected visit https://www.yeovilcommunitychurch.co.uk

Read OnlineMary Magdalene stayed outside the tomb weeping. And as she wept, she bent over into the tomb and saw two angels in white sitting there, one at the head and one at the feet where the Body of Jesus had been. And they said to her, “Woman, why are you weeping?” John 20:11–12Mary Magdalene was one of the women who accompanied Jesus and the Twelve Apostles as they traveled from town to town during His public ministry. Luke 8:2 introduces her as “Mary, called Magdalene, from whom seven demons had gone out.” Being possessed by seven demons signifies complete possession, illustrating the depth of her suffering. Though demons cannot touch a person's soul, they can afflict the body, which was the case with Mary. While Scripture does not tell us how she became afflicted, we can imagine the profound gratitude she must have felt after her deliverance. This gratitude, joined with her newfound faith, made Mary one of Jesus' most faithful and devoted followers.Today's Gospel offers a glimpse into Mary's unshakable love for Jesus. The Synoptic Gospels mention that she was not alone when she went to the tomb to honor His body. However, John's Gospel focuses solely on Mary, likely to highlight her unique experience and encourage us to learn from the depth of her devotion.Mary's early morning visit to the tomb reveals her passionate love—she could not wait to honor Him, even if only by tending to His lifeless body. Finding the tomb empty, she immediately ran to inform the disciples. Peter and John hurried to see for themselves, with Mary following behind. After the two disciples saw the empty tomb and left, Mary remained, setting the stage for today's passage.Saint John seems to invite us to contemplate Mary's actions. Imagine Peter and John leaving, while Mary remains, seated at the entrance of the tomb, weeping. Though she did not yet understand that Jesus had risen, her love for Him held her there, anchored in the place where He had been laid. In times of distress, confusion, or uncertainty, we are called to imitate Mary's steadfast devotion. Our love for Jesus should draw us spiritually to His empty tomb, keeping us close even when understanding eludes us.As Mary wept outside the tomb, she did not know what would come next. She only knew she needed to be there. Her mind was clouded with grief, but her heart led her to stay. She remained not out of reason, but because her heart, filled with love, kept her there.In following her heart—consumed with love for Jesus—Mary was led to a life-changing encounter. When Jesus appeared, she initially mistook Him for the gardener and, in her passionate longing, begged Him, “Sir, if you have carried him away, tell me where you laid him, and I will take him.” Again, she spoke from her heart rather than from understanding. But then Jesus called her by name: “Mary!” In that moment, her heart and mind were united, and she recognized Him. With this recognition, she saw and believed. Reflect today on Mary Magdalene weeping outside Jesus' empty tomb and then hearing Him say, “Mary!” That she is the first person in Scripture to see the risen Lord is deeply significant. Clearly, God desires that we learn from her and imitate her love. Though we might not have been delivered from seven demons, we have been delivered from sin. This should stir in us a gratitude so deep that we willingly abandon all to follow Him. And when life is confusing or uncertain, we, like Mary, must follow the holy desires God places in our hearts, so that our love for Christ will lead us through uncertainty into clarity, when, like Mary, we hear our Lord call us by name.My risen Lord, Your empty tomb is a symbol of the longing I must have for You when I encounter life's uncertainties. When I am confused and do not understand where to turn, please flood my heart with an unshakable desire for You so that my love will lead me to where You are and where You want me to be. Jesus, I trust in You.Image: Christ Appears to Mary MagdaleneSource: Free RSS feed from catholic-daily-reflections.com — Copyright © 2026 My Catholic Life! Inc. All rights reserved. This content is provided solely for personal, non-commercial use. Redistribution, republication, or commercial use — including use within apps with advertising — is strictly prohibited without written permission.

She was raised Muslim, entered an arranged marriage in a devout Sunni household, and spent years searching for God within the boundaries of Islam. Then everything changed.Nikki Kingsley joins John-Henry Westen to share the extraordinary story of how she encountered the Virgin Mary inside a Catholic cathedral—not as a distant figure, but as a living presence who spoke to her. Later came visions of Jesus, vivid and undeniable, culminating in a moment inside a Catholic church where she received what she could no longer deny: Christ is God.Her conversion cost her family, her community, and everything she once knew. But what she found was worth the price. Kingsley now reflects on what it means to evangelize Muslims—not through argument alone, but through the witness of a life transformed. And at the center of it all stands Our Lady, who led her home.HELP SUPPORT WORK LIKE THIS: https://give.lifesitenews.com/?utm_source=SOCIAL U.S. residents! Create a will with LifeSiteNews: https://www.mylegacywill.com/lifesitenews ****PROTECT Your Wealth with gold, silver, and precious metals: https://sjp.stjosephpartners.com/lifesitenews +++SHOP ALL YOUR FUN AND FAVORITE LIFESITE MERCH! https://shop.lifesitenews.com/ +++Connect with John-Henry Westen and all of LifeSiteNews on social media:LifeSite: https://linktr.ee/lifesitenewsJohn-Henry Westen: https://linktr.ee/jhwesten Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's good to follow Jesus. It's good to do Marian consecration. And many people are waking up to the value of devotion to St. Joseph. But what happens if you honor the Holy Family as a whole? Explore this and other profound insights into devotion to the Holy Family with Scott L. Smith, co-author with Fr. Donald Calloway, MIC, of a new consecration to the Holy Family from Marian Press. 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! 

Fr. Eamonn McCarthy and Mary Hooton reflect on the Transfiguration of Christ, the Gospel for the Second Sunday of Lent. They explore how this revelation on the mountain — with Moses and Elijah present — speaks of Christ as the fulfilment of the law and the prophets, and how it was given to the disciples […] L'articolo Gospel Tidings – Being Transfigured with Jesus – Mary Hooton and Fr Eamonn: 2nd Sunday in Lent proviene da Radio Maria.

Father Smith preaches the homily on the traditional Solemnity of the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph.

Maryand Father Eamonn reflect on Sunday's Gospel for the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord, exploring Jesus' baptism as a revelation of the Trinity and the inauguration of his mission. The discussion unpacks the meaning of Christian baptism—repentance, new life in the Holy Spirit, and our identity as beloved sons and daughters—inviting listeners to […] L'articolo Gospel Tidings – The Baptism of Jesus – Mary Hooton and Fr Eamonn McCarthy proviene da Radio Maria.

“How Old Was Mary When She conceived Jesus?” This question opens a discussion on her significance within the Catholic faith, addressing whether she holds a higher status than other saints. The conversation also touches on the nature of Marian prayers and how to respond to those who downplay her importance in Christianity. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 15:41 – Is Mary a saint and if so, is she higher than other saints? 23:29 – Is there any evidence that would suggest Mary's parents were visited by an angel informing them that she would be born without sin and would be the mother of the savior? 31:42 – How do I respond to my protestant friend who says all she needs is God and Mary is not important to Christian Faith? 37:35 – How old was Mary when she conceived Jesus? 41:30 – At the annunciation it was just the Angel Gabriel and Mary, is there any witnesses or way to vouch for the event being true? 46:49 – Why does the Church teach that some things are symbolic about Mary?

Reading ISirach 3:2-6, 12-14God sets a father in honor over his children; a mother's authority he confirms over her sons.Whoever honors his father atones for sins, and preserves himself from them.When he prays, he is heard; he stores up riches who reveres his mother.Whoever honors his father is gladdened by children, and, when he prays, is heard.Whoever reveres his father will live a long life; he who obeys his father brings comfort to his mother.My son, take care of your father when he is old; grieve him not as long as he lives.Even if his mind fail, be considerate of him; revile him not all the days of his life;kindness to a father will not be forgotten, firmly planted against the debt of your sins —a house raised in justice to you.Reading IIColossians 3:12-21 or 3:12-17Brothers and sisters:Put on, as God's chosen ones, holy and beloved,heartfelt compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience,bearing with one another and forgiving one another, if one has a grievance against another; as the Lord has forgiven you, so must you also do.And over all these put on love, that is, the bond of perfection.And let the peace of Christ control your hearts, the peace into which you were also called in one body.And be thankful.Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly, as in all wisdom you teach and admonish one another, singing psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs with gratitude in your hearts to God.And whatever you do, in word or in deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him. Wives, be subordinate to your husbands, as is proper in the Lord.Husbands, love your wives, and avoid any bitterness toward them.Children, obey your parents in everything, for this is pleasing to the Lord.Fathers, do not provoke your children, so they may not become discouraged.GospelMt 2:13-15, 19-23When the magi had departed, behold,the angel of the Lord appeared to Joseph in a dream and said,“Rise, take the child and his mother, flee to Egypt,and stay there until I tell you.Herod is going to search for the child to destroy him.”Joseph rose and took the child and his mother by nightand departed for Egypt.He stayed there until the death of Herod,that what the Lord had said through the prophet might be fulfilled,Out of Egypt I called my son.When Herod had died, behold,the angel of the Lord appeared in a dreamto Joseph in Egypt and said,“Rise, take the child and his mother and go to the land of Israel,for those who sought the child's life are dead.”He rose, took the child and his mother,and went to the land of Israel.But when he heard that Archelaus was ruling over Judeain place of his father Herod,he was afraid to go back there.And because he had been warned in a dream,he departed for the region of Galilee.He went and dwelt in a town called Nazareth,so that what had been spoken through the prophetsmight be fulfilled,He shall be called a Nazorean.

Catholic homilies and Mass readings from St. Anne Roman Catholic Parish in Gilbert, Arizona

Catholic homilies and Mass readings from St. Anne Roman Catholic Parish in Gilbert, Arizona

Catholic homilies and Mass readings from St. Anne Roman Catholic Parish in Gilbert, Arizona

Homily from the Mass offered on Sunday, December 28th - 1st Reading: Sirach 3:2-6, 12-14 - 2nd Reading: Colossians 3:12-21 or 3:12-17 - Gospel Reading: Mt 2:13-15, 19-23 - To support the podcast financially, click here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://stpiuscda.org/online-giving⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Fr. Eric's homily on the Feast of the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph

Homily from the Feast of the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph.

On this feast of the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph, we recognize that our families become blessed when we welcome Christ into our hearts and homes. (Lectionary #17) December 27, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

Father Tomlinson preaches the homily on the feast of the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph.

Father Davison preaches the homily on the feast of the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph.

Father Grodecki, SJ, preaches the homily on the feast of the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph

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Read OnlineWhen the magi had departed, behold, the angel of the Lord appeared to Joseph in a dream and said, “Rise, take the child and his mother, flee to Egypt, and stay there until I tell you. Herod is going to search for the child to destroy him.” Joseph rose and took the child and his mother by night and departed for Egypt. Matthew 2:13–14Today we honor and ponder the family life of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph. The love within their home exceeded that of any other household, and the love within their family poured forth upon their extended family and wider community. Scripture gives us limited details about the life of the Holy Family. What we do know is that from the very beginning, they suffered through enormous challenges.Mary's pregnancy was the first challenge they faced. She conceived the Christ Child before she and Joseph lived together. Though she knew how she conceived the Son of God, Joseph did not understand until the angel of the Lord appeared to him in a dream. We can imagine that relatives and members of the community expressed their disapproval, given that the angel of the Lord did not reveal the truth to everyone.Jesus was born far away from their home, in the little town of Bethlehem, in a cave, where animals dwelt. Humble shepherds were their first guests, and the magi from the East soon followed. Within a year or two after Jesus' birth, this family had to uproot from their home and flee to Egypt, find accommodations, and earn a living because Herod sought to kill the child Jesus.After Herod's death, Joseph was instructed in two subsequent dreams that he could return to Israel and was to move his family to the small and unremarkable village of Nazareth. Though Nazareth was not held in high esteem, it was within this simple setting that Jesus was raised and learned the virtues of hard work, obedience, and humility. Nazareth, though overlooked by the world, became the sacred ground where the Savior of the world was prepared for His mission. Finally, given that Saint Joseph is not mentioned during the time that Jesus exercised His public ministry, it is commonly believed that Jesus and His mother experienced the human sorrow of Joseph's earthly death.Despite the hardships the Holy Family endured, the love in their home overshadowed every challenge, making their family life a source of the utmost consolation and joy. Amidst the trials they faced, the Holy Family found joy, not in worldly comforts, but in their deep union with God and with each other. Their home was a sanctuary of love, prayer, and mutual support, where God's presence was always felt. How fascinating it will be one day, in Heaven, if God reveals to us the details about the earthly and hidden life of the Holy Family. Though the angels witnessed their lives as they unfolded in time, we can hope and imagine that God, in His goodness, will share these mysteries with the saints, revealing the true beauty of the Holy Family's earthly life together. Their conversations, interactions, charity, prayer, fun, work, and all that made up their family life will be a source of eternal admiration and gratitude.Reflect today on the Holy Family. Ask God to give you insight into their lives together. As you do, use any insights as a source of inspiration for your own life and relationships with those closest to you. Though we will all fall short of the charity that permeated the home of the Holy Family, we can work to imitate them by allowing God to increase our charity toward one another. Through daily prayer, acts of sacrifice, and a commitment to love one another, we can create a family life that reflects the holiness and unity of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph. Holy Family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph, Your family life was holy beyond imagination. In your daily interactions, Your love was manifest and inspiring to each other and to Your relatives and friends. Please draw me into Your family life and teach me to love those in my family so that we will become a stronger community of love. Jesus, I trust in You.Image: Angelica Kauffmann, Public domain, via Wikimedia CommonsSource of content: catholic-daily-reflections.comCopyright © 2025 My Catholic Life! Inc. All rights reserved. Used with permission via RSS feed.

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It's been 7 years. I haven't returned a single one of your phone calls. BUT ... do you wanna be my bridesmaid?! Be sure to celebrate the holidays by taking a shot every time Griff talks about "exchanging energies."Petty Crimes is hosted by Ceara Jane O'Sullivan and Griff Stark-EnnisHave a crime that should be heard in the Petty Crimes Court? Submit it to pettycrimespodcast@gmail.comJoin our Patreon for exclusive bonus eps, ad-free episodes, and more!Keep up with us on Instagram and TikTok for crime evidence, events, BTS and other general petty bullsh*t …This episode was produced and edited by Riley Madincea. Additional production support from Meghan Hinna.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A Bible study on Matthew 2:13-15, 19-23, the Gospel reading for the Feast of the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph - Cycle A.

SummaryIn this episode of All Set for Sunday, hosts Scott Williams and Jeff Traylor, along with Father Drew Ferrin, explore the significance of the Holy Family and the role of family in the Catholic faith. They discuss the importance of honoring parents, the Christian dress code for family life, and the challenges fathers face in leading their families. The conversation also touches on the controversial aspects of scripture regarding submission in marriage, emphasizing mutual respect and the beauty of family life. The episode concludes with lighthearted moments and reflections on the joys and challenges of family life during the Christmas season.TakeawaysHonor your parents all the time, not just when convenient.Holiness is lived out in our families, not just in churches.Joseph's role in the Holy Family is a model for fathers.Obeying parents is a way to practice being like Jesus.Fathers are called to lead and guide their families.Submission in marriage is a mutual gift, not a power struggle.Every family has a role to play in God's plan.The beauty of family life is revealed in scripture.Understanding context is key to interpreting controversial scripture.Family life is a journey of love, respect, and growth.Chapters02:51 The Importance of Family Honor04:01 Living Out Christian Values06:02 The Role of Joseph in the Holy Family10:00 Understanding Family Dynamics13:35 The Call to Holiness in Family Life17:08 The Role of Fathers21:24 Submission and Mutual Respect in Marriage25:53 The Holiness of Family Life28:14 Fun and Lighthearted Moments

Here are some of the themes that we find in the Mass readings for the feast of the Holy Family. (Lectionary #17) December 22, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

This December, journey with us through the Gospel of Luke as we rediscover the wonder, hope, and power of Christ's arrival. Long before shepherds heard the angels sing and a star marked the way, God was writing a story of redemption—a story fulfilled in the birth of our Savior.In The King Has Come, we'll explore the lives of those who first encountered Jesus: Mary, Joseph, the shepherds, and all who were waiting for God's promise to break through the darkness. Luke's Gospel invites us to see not only a baby in a manger, but a King who steps into our world with humility, authority, and unstoppable love.

This December, journey with us through the Gospel of Luke as we rediscover the wonder, hope, and power of Christ's arrival. Long before shepherds heard the angels sing and a star marked the way, God was writing a story of redemption—a story fulfilled in the birth of our Savior.In The King Has Come, we'll explore the lives of those who first encountered Jesus: Mary, Joseph, the shepherds, and all who were waiting for God's promise to break through the darkness. Luke's Gospel invites us to see not only a baby in a manger, but a King who steps into our world with humility, authority, and unstoppable love.

Brian Priebe | Executive Pastor | December 7, 2025 Referenced Scripture: Philippians 2:3-7, Luke 10:38-42, Matthew 20:28, Galatians 5:13-14 Reflection Questions: 1. What's one thing that stood out to you from the sermon and why? 2. How would people close to you rate your serving on a scale of 1-10? 3. What motivates you to serve other people? Can you share an experience of service that was meaningful to you? 4. What are Biblical examples of Jesus serving people? 5. Do you find that serving people comes to you naturally? Why or Why not? What things make serving challenging for you? 6. Brian's focal point was that service comes in two forms and Jesus' example is 80% relational service and 20% acts of service. Do you agree or disagree? Why? 7. Read Luke 10:38-42. What differences do you see between how Martha serves Jesus and how Mary serves Jesus? 8. Are you naturally bent to serve more like Martha or Mary? What would it take in your life to serve more like Mary than Martha? 9. What would the church look like if everyone took Jesus/Mary's posture of servicing people relationally while still accomplishing tasks? 10. What would be your next step to serve people relationally? Who is someone I could reach out to serve relationally and when would I commit to do that by? What's your next step? * Connect: We'd love to connect with you! Fill out our Connect Card to receive more information, have us pray for you, or to ask us any questions: http://journeybozeman.com/connectcard * Connect: Get your children connected to our children's ministry, Base Camp: https://journeybozeman.com/children * Connect: Our Student Ministry is for High School and Middle School students: https://journeybozeman.com/students  * Give: Want to worship through giving and support the ministry of Journey Church: https://journeybozeman.com/give * Gather: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/JourneyChurchBozeman * Gather: Download our app: https://journeybozeman.com/app * Gather: Join our Facebook Group to stay connected throughout the week: https://facebook.com/groups/JourneyChurchBozeman  Chapters (00:00:00) - "Are You Doing Enough?"(00:01:49) - Philippians 2: Value Others Above Yourself(00:07:35) - What Service Is Really Like(00:15:16) - Martha and Mary: The 80% of Service(00:22:56) - Service and Relationships(00:24:31) - Galatians 5: Free to Use Your Body(00:31:37) - How to Serve One Another Relatively

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Join us as we worship the Lord and continue our journey through the Gospel of John. In John 11 we encounter three siblings who are dearly beloved friends and followers of Jesus—Mary, Martha, and Lazarus. The brother, Lazarus, suddenly has a turn for the worse and dies. And four days pass while Jesus is absent! How does Jesus handle the situation? How does He speak to both Mary and Martha who are emotionally handling the situation differently? How does Life confront Death? Join us as we learn several powerful lessons from our Omnipotent Loving Lord!

From Dr. Roy's translation, afterMary Magdalene ran to the garden to minister to Jesus' body; she found the tombempty. She saw someone she believed was a Gardener and asked him if he knewwhere they had taken Jesus' body. When the Gardener spoke, as the Voice of One,she heard the Voice of One, and wrongly thought it was Jesus. She called him,The teacher and the Gardener instructed her by saying, “Jesus? Not me! Do notattach yourself to me, as if I were Jesus. Now, because of what Jesus hasrevealed, you know you are also One with Father. Go to the brothers and sistersnear and far and say, as I said to you, arise in your awareness and awaken toyour Father and to my Elohim Ruwach Breath and your Elohim Ruwach Breath.”Dr. Roy says, Mary Magdalenerepresents the devoted awareness still clinging to form, the individualtendency to identify revelation with the personality through which it came. Thetomb symbolizes the womb of transition, where appearances die so that spiritualperception might rise.The “Gardener” she perceives isnot a resurrected physical Jesus, but the Voice of the Breath speaking throughthe field of awakened consciousness in a Messenger. The Messenger, who was nota gardener is allegorically the tender of awareness, the one who cultivatesthe garden of heart awareness, removing the weeds of personal attachment ,so theThe seed of Logos may blossom.

Deacon Tony Mercado, a permanent deacon with the Diocese of Orange in California, offers a reflection on suffering with Jesus.  In today's episode, Deacon Mercado talks about the sorrows of Mary, particularly as she watched the death and resurrection of Jesus. Support the show

A caller named Marianne asked Patrick Madrid how to explain to her evangelical son-in-law that Mary remained a virgin her whole life, especially since he believes the Bible says Jesus had brothers in the literal sense. The Teaching in a Nutshell Catholic dogma says Mary was a virgin before the conception of Jesus, during His birth, and after His birth for the rest of her life. Jesus was her only child. This belief isn’t just Catholic tradition; Patrick argues it’s what the Bible itself supports when understood correctly. The ‘Brothers of Jesus’ Problem Many Protestants point to verses like: Matthew 13:55 - “Isn’t this the carpenter’s son? Isn’t his mother’s name Mary, and aren’t his brothers James, Joseph, Simon, and Judas?” Mark 6:3 - Similar listing of “brothers” of the Lord. Patrick explains: In the Bible, “brother” (adelphos in Greek) has a wide range of meanings. It can mean biological brother, but also cousin, nephew, or even close family friend. Example: In Genesis 14:14, Lot is called Abraham’s “brother”, but we know from other passages that Lot was actually Abraham’s nephew. The Famous “Until” Verse Critics love to quote Matthew 1:25: “[Joseph] had no marital relations with her until she had given birth to a son.” -Some assume “until” means they started relations afterward. -But in biblical usage, “until” (heōs in Greek) does not mean a change afterward. -Patrick’s analogy: “Grandma didn’t take her medicine until she died.” That doesn’t mean she took it after! The ‘Firstborn’ Title Luke 2:7 calls Jesus Mary’s “firstborn.” Skeptics think that means there must have been a “second-born.” Not so! In Jewish law, firstborn is a legal term for the child who opens the womb, whether or not more children follow. Even an only child is still the “firstborn” in biblical and legal language. A Cross-Shaped Clue At the crucifixion (John 19:26-27), Jesus entrusted His mother to John, not to one of His “brothers.” If Mary had other biological sons, this would have been unthinkable in Jewish culture; her care would automatically go to them. The fact that Jesus chose John is silent but strong proof that Mary had no other children. The Early Church’s United Voice From the very beginning, Christians, including those who personally knew the Apostles, unanimously affirmed Mary’s perpetual virginity. No significant leader questioned it until the mid-4th century, when a man named Helvidius claimed otherwise. St. Jerome, a brilliant Scripture scholar and translator, wrote an entire work Against Helvidius, dismantling every argument point-by-point. Even Luther & Calvin Agreed Here’s a surprise for many Protestants: Martin Luther and John Calvin, the founders of the Reformation and fierce opponents of Catholicism, both affirmed Mary’s perpetual virginity. They didn’t accept it because the Catholic Church said so; they accepted it because the biblical and historical evidence for it was airtight. Why the Disagreement Today? Patrick brings up that many modern Christians reject this teaching for one simple reason: “If the Catholic Church teaches it, it must be wrong.”They then go hunting for Bible verses that seem to contradict it. But none of those verses, when understood in context, actually prove Mary had other children. Mary’s perpetual virginity isn’t an “extra Catholic add-on.” It’s rooted in Scripture, confirmed by history, defended by the early Church Fathers, and even upheld by the first Protestant Reformers. For anyone truly willing to look at the evidence, and not just react against Catholicism, the case is clear: Mary was, is, and always will be the Virgin Mother of Jesus.