Podcasts about priesthood

We welcome back canon lawyer Fr. Gerald Murray to examine a synodal study document on priestly formation that raises serious concerns about de-clericalization and the potential democratization of Church authority. If priestly formation is increasingly shaped by synodal principles, what effect could that have on clerical authority, sacramental ministry, and the governance of the Church?   Show Notes Study Group 4 Ministers of Christ: Recovering the Roles of Clergy and Laity in an Age of Confusion Women in the Priesthood?: A Systematic Analysis in the Light of the Order of Creation and Redemption Justice in the Church: Gender and Participation iCatholic Mobile The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max Read Fr. McTeigue's Written Works! "Let's Take A Closer Look" with Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. | Full Series Playlist Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!

Priesthood Restoration, Priesthood Restriction, and Revelation June was the month of the priesthood restoration, priesthood restriction, and revelation in LDS Church history. It serves as a month of profound historical significance for Latter-day Saints, marking both the commemoration of the priesthood restoration and the anniversary of the 1978 revelation ending the priesthood and temple ban. Rick Bennett of Gospel Tangents explores the complex history of how priesthood authority was first established and how it evolved over nearly two centuries. https://youtu.be/Tkc1j6r23s0 Don't miss our other conversations on LDS Faith Journeys: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y9pQpKe9CEk&list=PLLhI8GMw9sJ7WQNTJCyCO3U5D2fn7d0JF Copyright © 2026 Gospel Tangents All Rights Reserved Restoration Shrouded in Mystery While the restoration of the Aaronic Priesthood has a clear date—May 15, 1829—the restoration of the Melchizedek Priesthood is far more mysterious. Historians have identified three primary hypotheses for when this authority was conferred by Peter, James, and John: June 1829: The traditional narrative, though it lacks contemporary evidence. July 1830: An account involving a nighttime escape from persecution between Colesville and Harmony. June 1831: Records from a special church conference suggest the high priesthood was manifested and conferred “for the first time” over a year after the Church was organized. This presentation relies heavily on Michael Quinn‘s research in his book Origins of Power. Forgotten Black Pioneers Contrary to popular belief, the early Church under Joseph Smith featured a “flat” authority structure where Black men were ordained to the priesthood. Pioneers like Elijah Abel, a faithful member of the Seventy, and Joseph Ball, who served as a branch president in 1844, prove that the “one-drop rule” did not exist in the Church’s earliest days. These men served missions and received temple ordinances decades before the restriction was codified. 1852 Pivot The priesthood ban was not a founding tenet but a mid-19th-century shift. In 1852, amid a legislative struggle in the Utah Territory regarding slavery, Brigham Young declared that “a man who has the African blood in him cannot hold one jot nor tit of priesthood.” This declaration marked the formal beginning of a century of restriction, often justified by theories—now officially disavowed—such as the “Curse of Cain” or the idea that Black members were “less valiant” in the premortal life. Brazil Temple: A Tipping Point The path to the 1978 revelation (Official Declaration 2) was heavily influenced by the Church’s global expansion. The construction of the Sao Paulo Brazil Temple in 1975 created a “dilemma”: faithful Black and mixed-race members were funding and building a temple they would be barred from entering. This reality, combined with years of prayerful supplication by President Spencer W. Kimball, led to the “hallowed and sanctified” moment in the Salt Lake Temple that finally extended priesthood and temple blessings to all worthy members. Moving Toward Unity Today, the Church unequivocally condemns all racism and rejects the past explanations used to justify the ban. The goal of the restoration remains one of redemption and connection, inviting all of God’s children—regardless of race or gender—to walk the covenant path together. Rick shares his theory as to why leaders reacted with hostility to interracial marriage as the primary motivation for Brigham Young to implement the ban. Don't miss our other conversations on LDS Faith Journeys: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y9pQpKe9CEk&list=PLLhI8GMw9sJ7WQNTJCyCO3U5D2fn7d0JF Copyright © 2026 Gospel Tangents All Rights Reserved

Msgr. Roger J. Landry Annual Retreat for the Priests of the Diocese of Gary Mundelein Seminary Conference Center Mundelein, Illinois June 18, 2026 https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/catholicpreaching/6.18.26_Sheen_Priests_and_the_Missions_1.mp3 The post Archbishop Fulton Sheen and a Missionary Priesthood, Retreat for the Priests of the Diocese of Gary, June 18, 2026 appeared first on Catholic Preaching.

Discover the profound significance of Jesus Christ as our "Great High Priest" through this in-depth exploration of Hebrews 04.14-05.10. In this study, we contrast the traditional Old Testament Levitical priesthood—established through the lineage of Aaron—with the superior, eternal priesthood of Christ. Human high priests were divinely chosen from among the people to serve as intercessors and comforters for Israel. Jesus is the uniquely begotten Son of God who functions as our ultimate high priest in the timeless order of Melchizedek, offering a perfect, sinless, and permanent intercession from His heavenly seat at the right hand of the Father. By examining how Jesus fulfills these three essential priestly roles—being divinely chosen, acting as our perfect intercessor, and serving as our ultimate comforter—this message highlights His capacity to truly empathize with our weaknesses because He was tempted in every way. This teaching provides a direct application for your daily walk, encouraging you to hold firmly to your faith and to approach God's throne of grace with absolute confidence. Whether you are seeking a deeper understanding of biblical theology or looking for practical spiritual encouragement, this study reveals how resting in Christ's finished work brings true mercy, grace, and peace in your time of needTeaching Notes: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1G6EjH-SZuAKWwgcsNdrDiTvRaFedYj2d_YHyIErtpQQ/edit?usp=sharing

Get all set for Twelfth Sunday in Ordinary Time with Father McCarthySummaryJoin us as we explore the significance of Jeremiah in the Old Testament, the importance of internal conversion, and the role of relationships in priestly formation. This episode offers insights into biblical themes, pastoral experiences, and personal stories from priests.TakeawaysJeremiah emphasized internal conversion over external rituals.Priesthood formation involves mentorship and diverse parish experiences.Understanding biblical prophets enriches faith and personal growth.Relationships with mentors are crucial in priestly development.Biblical themes like lamentation and prophecy are relevant today.Chapters03:13 Scripture Readings and Themes08:17 Exploring the Prophet Jeremiah13:10 Pastoral Assignments and Mentorship18:35 Experiences in Ministry and Community25:25 Upcoming Events and Personal Insights

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The Church as the Priesthood(06/14/26)

By Keith K Haab - We must look to Christ to intercede for us as our living, eternal, High Priest.

This week on “Connecting the Diocese”, Fr. Sam Martin speaks with Bishop Gerard Battersby and vocation director Fr. Steven Weller about the meaning and spiritual power of priestly ordination, ahead of Deacon Kyle Lang's priesthood ordination at the Cathedral of St. Joseph the Workman on Saturday, June 27 at 10:00 a.m. They reflect on key […]

Download our App for Android and Apple here: https://onelink.to/8d3fhuChrist Is King: America After Trump — November 12–14, 2026 in Dallas, Texas. Tickets are limited. Register now to secure your seat!https://newchristianright.com/conference/SPONSORS:Wild Pastures - High quality grass-fed meat delivered straight to your door. Use this link to get 20% off. https://wildpastures.com/nxrHost Fr. Calvin Robinson previews guests Lauren Chen and Rev. Canon Brett Murphy before discussing free speech in Britain and outside pressure on an Oxford Union debate on whether Britain should be suspicious of Islam, including concerns about policing, security costs, and possible cancellation. Robinson also responds to criticism about calling Protestant women “pastor,” outlining biblical offices (deacon, presbyter/priest, bishop), apostolic succession, and why he plans to avoid using “pastor” for Protestants. In conversation with Lauren Chen, they compare UK and US free speech and debate the Chud the Builder case, then discuss worsening public disorder and theft, discipline, and what they call a cultural problem within Black American communities versus Africans. Murphy then describes “No Man Left Inside,” Unite the Kingdom, and signs of a masculine Christian revival in Britain, urging church planting and evangelism, before the show ends with prayer.00:00 NXR Plus Launch01:34 Show Intro and Guests02:03 Oxford Union Free Speech06:10 Islam and Censorship Fears06:59 Pastor Title Debate10:45 Priesthood and Eucharist13:27 Wild Pastures Sponsor15:00 Lauren Chen Returns17:21 UK vs US Free Speech22:30 Chud Case and Slurs27:51 Everyday Theft Culture34:19 Black Problem and Assimilation38:20 Lauren Chen Links38:54 Streaming Not Gaming39:47 Kids And Games40:28 Meet Rev Brett41:20 No Man Left Inside43:37 Male Friendship Spaces45:48 Unite The Kingdom Recap48:35 Church Of England Clash54:22 Christian Revival On Ground58:48 Where To Find Brett01:01:18 Prayer And Sign Off

We are the most recorded people in human history.Body cameras.License plate readers.Traffic cameras.Security cameras.Ring cameras.AI surveillance systems.The footage exists.So why can't we see it?Tonight Chad examines three stories that all point to the same uncomfortable question:• Henry Nowak in the UK• The Karmelo Anthony / Austin Metcalf case in Texas• Public access fights over license plate reader footageThe cameras are rolling. The evidence exists.Yet increasingly the public is expected to trust interpretations instead of seeing the evidence for themselves.If the footage proves what you're saying...show us the footage.

In this sermon, pastor Matt shows us how Christ is perfectly qualified to be the great high priest that we need. Better than the priests of old, Jesus is the Son who learned obedience because of what he suffered, and he has become the source of eternal salvation for all who obey him.

Deacon Coulter McIntyre was ordained a transitional deacon in the Archdiocese of Portland. Deacon Coulter shares his vocation story and how his education in Rome was a true gift.Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

“Deep healing always comes in that gentle, merciful space where genuine encounter is made possible. Our deepest wounds just can't be healed by force or from afar.”

Join Fr. Shane Varghese, C.Ss.R., in this insightful episode of Who's Who in the Bible as he explores the complex life of Aaron, the older brother of Moses. This teaching session delves into Aaron's journey—from his humble obedience and role as Moses' spokesperson to his struggles with doubt, pride, and the construction of the golden calf. Discover how God's faithfulness transformed Aaron's life and established the Levitical priesthood, ultimately pointing toward the eternal sacrifice of Jesus Christ. Through Aaron's successes and failures, we are reminded that God works through our human fragility. Whether you seek spiritual guidance or a deeper understanding of biblical history, this reflection offers profound hope. Watch now to be inspired by this powerful story of grace and redemption.

Send us Fan MailThis week we look at Joshua the High Priest during the time of Ezra and the transition of the priesthood from the earthly realm to the heavenly realm. 

Sunday Morning June 7, 2026

On this episode of Walk Humbly, Bishop Burbidge opens by briefly unpacking Pope Leo XIV's encyclical Magnifica Humanitas. He shares what an encyclical is and why all the faithful should read the document in full.    Two Virginia state constitutional amendments on the ballot this fall pose grave threats to marriage and the protection of human life. Take action today by pledging to vote at CatholicsVoteNo.com.    Bishop also reflects on the upcoming consecration of the United States to the Sacred Heart of Jesus on June 11 and recaps an evening of celebrating Christian unity at an ecumenical prayer service held in our diocese.    Don't miss this year's Diocesan Festival: Celebrating Faith + Freedom on Saturday, June 13! Register for free at arlingtondiocese.org/festival.    Please pray for our soon-to-be ordained priests. Join the Mass of the Ordinations to the Priesthood starting at 11am on Saturday, June 6: bit.ly/CDA-Priesthood-Ordination-2026.     Walk Humbly welcomes listener questions for Bishop Burbidge. Call or text (703) 778-9100 anytime with your question. Connect with Walk Humbly and Bishop Burbidge by texting WALKHUMBLY to 84576 for occasional alerts and updates. 

Welcome to the third season — and the final episode — of our annual series “Pathway to Priesthood” — a special podcast series from the Jesuit Conference of Canada and the United States. In these conversations, host Eric Clayton talks with Jesuits who are in the final days of preparing for ordination to the priesthood. They reflect back on their vocation stories and experience of Jesuit formation, and we wrestle with some of the biggest questions surrounding priestly ordination. On this episode, Eric talks with Shane Liesegang. Shane is a Jesuit of the US West province. Shane's Jesuit formation has brought him around the world including to Lebanon, Iraq, Jordan and Syria with the Jesuit Refugee Service, as well as to the Philippines where he was ordained a deacon. As you listen to Shane's stories and reflections, we invite you to consider whether you or someone you know might be interested in discerning a call to Jesuit life. If so, head over to beajesuit.org.

58 years of Priesthood(Monday June 1st 2026AD) by Duchovny Dom Monastery

#10MinuteswithJesus ** Put yourself in the presence of God. Try talking to Him. ** 10 minutes are 10 minutes. Even if you can get distracted, reach the end. ** Be constant. The Holy Spirit acts "on low heat" and requires perseverance. 10-Minute audio to help you pray. Daily sparks to ignite prayer: a passage from the gospel, an idea, an anecdote and a priest who speaks with you and the Lord, inviting you to share your intimacy with God. Find your moment, consider you are in His presence and click play.

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Most of us have some version of church we've settled for. Show up. Sit down. Go home. But what if that's nowhere near what the church was actually designed to be?In Acts 2, the earliest followers of Jesus didn't just attend something — they were devoted to something. Devoted to each other. Devoted to prayer, Scripture, meals, and radical generosity. And the result? People noticed. Lives changed. The community grew — not because of a marketing strategy, but because they were genuinely becoming something different together.In this message, we explore what it looks like for a church to live into its full potential — and what's at stake when we settle for less.You'll walk away thinking about:Commitment — Some commitments require a "yes" even when you don't feel like it. What does it look like to be truly devoted to a community, not just a Sunday service?Maturity — Spiritual growth isn't a solo project. You don't become more like Jesus in isolation. Your development is connected to the people around you — and the community you're willing to stay committed to.Calling — Every person in the church is a minister. Every home is a center of ministry. The question isn't whether you have a role to play — it's whether you're playing it.This isn't a guilt trip about church attendance. It's an invitation to something far more meaningful than a weekly hour on Sunday.

You weren't placed where you are by accident. Joshua 21 reveals a surprising truth: God scatters His people on purpose—for ministry, for mission, and for something greater than this world. As a believer, you are part of that plan. Live like it.

Pastor Chris invites us to show up as image bearers wherever we already are. Knowing the names of people who are struggling. Praying for your sick neighbor.

Welcome to the third season of our annual series “Pathway to Priesthood”—a special podcast series from the Jesuit Conference of Canada and the United States. In these conversations, host Eric Clayton talks with Jesuits who are in the final days of preparing for ordination to the priesthood. They reflect back on their vocation stories and experience of Jesuit formation, and wrestle with some of the biggest questions surrounding priestly ordination. On this episode, Eric talks with Daniel Mascarenhas. Daniel is a Jesuit of the US West province. Originally from Goa, India, Daniel's Jesuit formation has brought him to the L'Arche community in Tacoma, WA, to Jesuit High School Sacramento and to St. Columbkille Parish in Brighton, MA, where he is finishing his time as a deacon. As you listen to Daniel's stories and reflections, we invite you to consider whether you or someone you know might be interested in discerning a call to Jesuit life. If so, head over to beajesuit.org.

Tell us what you think about this podcast!In this series, Bishop Rader Johnson explores the 7 biblical relationships that illustrate the connection between Christ and His Church, beginning with The Shepherd and His Sheep. For more lessons and sermons, follow our YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/@GBT

A powerful reflection on priesthood, the Incarnation, and why receiving the Eucharist transforms the human soul.Every night, join Father Joseph Matlak as he ends the day with prayer and reflection. In a few short minutes, Father Matlak guides you in prayer and shares a brief reflection and a thorough examination of conscience providing you with the encouragement necessary to go forward with peace and strength. Join us each day in your inbox https://www.goodcatholic.com/nightprayer________________

Through the priesthood and the sacraments, God continues to act in the world and remain present with His people.Every night, join Father Joseph Matlak as he ends the day with prayer and reflection. In a few short minutes, Father Matlak guides you in prayer and shares a brief reflection and a thorough examination of conscience providing you with the encouragement necessary to go forward with peace and strength. Join us each day in your inbox https://www.goodcatholic.com/nightprayer________________

In this episode we discuss the Roman Catholic teaching of the Sensus Fidei (sense of faith). Post Vatican II, how does the Catholic Church reach consensus on doctrinal matters? Who is involved in the process? Why is it potentially attractive to evangelicals, and how can the evangelical church correctly respond to it? Join us as we respond to these questions and more. https://www.vatican.va/roman_curia/congregations/cfaith/cti_documents/rc_cti_20140610_sensus-fidei_en.htmlSupport the show

Starting in September, members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will again participate in three meetings on Sundays. After sacrament meeting, the second-hour will include two 25-minute blocks to ensure both Sunday School and then Relief Society, elders quorum and youth classes. These updates are meant to support members as they learn, worship and serve — both at home and at church, as they try to become more devout and lifelong disciples of Jesus Christ.  Elder David P. Homer, a General Authority Seventy and executive director of the Church’s Priesthood and Family Department, joins Church News reporter Mary Richards to explain what to know about the changes and how to prepare.

Was Joseph Smith restoring more than early Christianity? In this episode, Maxine Hanks explores Mormonism as a wisdom tradition—one rooted in revelation, spiritual vision, Sophia wisdom, apocryphal texts, and direct connection with the divine.Together, Meghan and Maxine discuss Gnostic Christianity, the role of women in early Christianity and early Mormonism, Joseph Smith's engagement with wisdom literature, the First Vision as a wisdom-seeking event, and why many of the truths people search for outside Mormonism may already exist within the Restoration.If you're interested in Mormon mysticism, esoteric Christianity, Sophia, Mary Magdalene, continuing revelation, and the deeper dimensions of the Restoration, this conversation offers a compelling framework for reexamining LDS origins. Timestamps00:00 Intro & Pentecost Themes 02:40 Why Maxine Calls Mormonism a Wisdom Tradition 08:30 Early Christianity & LDS Restoration Parallels 18:00 Women, Priesthood & the Elect Lady 27:00 What Is a Wisdom Tradition? 37:00 Vision Traditions, Mysticism & Revelation 48:00 Esoteric vs. Exoteric Religion 58:00 Apocrypha, Wisdom Literature & Sacred Texts 1:08:00 Joseph Smith, Wisdom of Solomon & the First Vision 1:16:00 Nested Levels of Spiritual Truth 1:20:00 Gnostic Themes in Mormon Theology 1:28:00 Hugh Nibley & Rediscovering Ancient WisdomMaxine Hanks is a Mormon theologian, historian, author, and researcher known for her work on women in Mormonism, early Christianity, mysticism, Gnostic traditions, and Mormon theology. Her scholarship frequently explores the intersections of restoration theology, spiritual experience, the divine feminine, and religious history.Links Mentioned Hidden Wisdom App  Wayfair Festival (Faith Matters) - July 11th, Heber UT The Way of Healing: Restoring Wholeness to the Soul Hidden Wisdom initiates truth-seekers into the Mysteries, guiding listeners toward a lived experience of the Divine that awakens and transforms faith—without dismantling family or community. Pursue your Journey: ✨ Hidden Wisdom App – Join for FREE and enjoy pathway programs, community, expansive library, and more!

Crystal Rivers | Open Book | May 26, 2026 Give thanks deeply for the goodness of God, especially for the privilege of being planted in a community where truth is pursued, received, tested, and lived out. Do not take lightly the grace of being surrounded by people who are learning to follow the Spirit, grow in the word, and become more like Christ. This is not a call to pride or comparison with others, but to gratitude and responsibility. When God places you in an environment where truth is unveiled, He expects you to respond with hunger, obedience, discipline, and transformation. You must understand righteousness as a journey of formation. First, righteousness is imputed to you as a gift through faith in Christ. You did not earn it; it was given by grace through the finished work of Jesus. You must reckon yourself dead to sin and alive to God. This reckoning is important because you cannot live rightly if you do not first believe and accept what Christ has made available to you. Then righteousness must be imparted to you as you hear, receive, and obey the word of God. This is where transformation happens. The word renews the mind, reshapes the heart, corrects wrong patterns, and forms Christ within you. You do not become mature simply because righteousness was imputed to you; you grow as you submit to the word and allow it to work deeply in you. Finally, righteousness must become your garment. This is the place where righteousness is no longer something you occasionally attempt; it becomes your nature. Your responses, choices, instincts, and desires begin to reflect Christ naturally. You do not have to be forced to obey God because obedience has become your life. This is maturity: when living as a son becomes your true expression. Return continually to the secret place. The most holy place is not meant to be visited occasionally; it is meant to become your dwelling. The presence of God is where you are transformed, corrected, strengthened, and built. Psalm 91 is not just a promise to quote; it is a dwelling to enter. Learn to remain where God can shape you. Learn to stay long enough for your mind to be renewed and your soul to be changed. Learn stillness. Before rushing into the noise of the day, practice gratitude, quietness, meditation, and attentiveness before God. Be still and know. If you refuse stillness, you will struggle to know. Stillness trains your spirit to hear, discern, and respond. Meditate on the word. Speak the word. Let it remain in your mouth until it becomes your reality. Do not only write notes from what you hear; internalize truth until it becomes life. Understand that intimacy with God is personal. No one can cultivate your secret place for you. You must learn to speak with the Lord, listen to Him, receive from Him, and allow Him to write His laws upon your heart. In that place, He builds you. He forms you as a living stone. He shapes you so you can fit into the spiritual house He is building. Do not resist the dealings of God. Coming before Him means coming ready to be purified. He will confront the flesh, expose false identities, challenge the “this is how I am” excuses, and strip away what cannot inherit His nature. The pruning, chiseling, cutting, and correction are not signs of rejection; they are part of your preparation. You are being shaped for a place in His house. Yield to the process. Recognize that every believer has a role in the body. Do not think ministry belongs only to apostles, prophets, pastors, teachers, and evangelists. Their work is to equip the saints, but the saints must do the work of ministry. Helps, administration, government, encouragement, giving, accountability, discipleship, hospitality, kindness, intercession, and support are all spiritual operations when done in obedience to God. Do not despise small acts. A phone call, a word of encouragement, a shared insight, financial help, a prayer, or a simple act of care can supply strength to the body. Exercise your priesthood over your life, your home, your work, your territory, and your circumstances. Do not assume every breakthrough will happen simply because a prophetic word was spoken. Some things require prayer, fasting, obedience, warfare, discipline, and sustained priestly engagement. Take charge spiritually where things appear disorderly. Do not surrender your atmosphere to darkness. Learn to stand in your priesthood and enforce the will of God. Pay attention when God repeats a matter through different vessels. Repetition is often confirmation. When the same emphasis comes again and again, do not treat it casually. God may be pointing to something He wants rooted out, planted, rebuilt, or established in you. Submit to the work of true spiritual foundations. Stay long enough for what is wrong to be uprooted and what is of Christ to be built properly. Zoom every weekday : http://www.caveadullam.org/zoom

Baptist Thought on Sole Liberty and Priesthood of Believer

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Welcome to the third season of our annual series “Pathway to Priesthood”—a special podcast series from the Jesuit Conference of Canada and the United States. In these conversations, host Eric Clayton talks with Jesuits who are in the final days of preparing for ordination to the priesthood. They reflect back on their vocation stories and experience of Jesuit formation, and wrestle with some of the biggest questions surrounding priestly ordination. On this episode, Eric talks with Jake Braithwaite. Jake is a Jesuit of the US East province. Originally from Villanova, PA, Jake's Jesuit formation has brought him to Brooklyn Jesuit Prep where he staged liturgical readings as short plays and slam poetry and to San Quentin Rehabilitation Center where he taught a class on the Old Testament prophets. As you listen to Jake's stories and reflections, we invite you to consider whether you or someone you know might be interested in discerning a call to Jesuit life. If so, head over to beajesuit.org.

Abstract: This article proposes that priesthood keys are of two general categories: 1) keys of authority and 2) keys of knowledge. The keys of authority are the type most often discussed in meetings and classrooms, and thus, are relatively familiar. However, keys of knowledge, though an extension of the keys of authority, may be less familiar. The word key in this second case is used in a broad sense, including the keys of both knowledge and intelligence, which are richly featured in the revelations of the Doctrine and Covenants, as well as in the teachings of the Prophet Joseph Smith. After some preliminaries, I examine the keys of authority and the keys of knowledge. Then, I demonstrate that keys of knowledge can also be of two sorts: 1) formally revealed scriptural keys of knowledge and 2) informally revealed non-scriptural keys of knowledge. The paper finishes with a related discussion of the special keys of authority and power (if not also knowledge) that Jesus Christ holds over death, hell, and final judgment. The post Joseph Smith and the Twin Priesthood Keys of Authority and Knowledge first appeared on The Interpreter Foundation.

Hosts Susanne McNinch and Chez Filippini talk with Fr. Tom Collins, pastor of Holy Spirit Parish in Perdido Key, about how God led him from a promising career in the Air Force as a chemical engineer to the priesthood through a powerful moment of prayer, and reflects on nearly 33 years of ministry—from campus ministry at Florida State to opening preschools and shepherding a diverse coastal parish.

Listen To Full Sermon: "Participating In The First Resurrection" @ St. George Coptic Orthodox Church -Lubbock, TX ~ April 27, 2026https://on.soundcloud.com/KZb7uuAMxRR6tWG1Qh

6. The Ascension and the Priesthood (1 Peter 5:1-14) - Dr. Matthew Barrett 05.17.26 by St. Aidan's Anglican Church, KC

Welcome to the third season of our annual series “Pathway to Priesthood”—a special podcast series from the Jesuit Conference of Canada and the United States. In these conversations, host Eric Clayton talks with Jesuits who are in the final days of preparing for ordination to the priesthood this coming June. They reflect back on their vocation stories and experience of Jesuit formation, and wrestle with some of the biggest questions surrounding priestly ordination. On this episode, Eric talks Bryan Galligan and Dan Finucane. Dan is a Jesuit of the US Central Southern Province. His Jesuit formation has taken him on a weeklong pilgrimage to Rome for the Synod on Synodality, to Belize, where he accompanied prisoners and to St. Patrick's Church in West Oakland, California, as both a choir member and a deacon. Bryan is a Jesuit of the US East Province. His Jesuit formation has brought him to the border between the Dominican Republic and Haiti, small-scale farming and fishing communities in eastern and southern Africa and to the United Nations. As you listen to these stories and reflections from Bryan and Dan, we invite you to consider whether you or someone you know might be interested in discerning a call to Jesuit life. If so, head over to beajesuit.org.

“If therefore perfection were by the Levitical priesthood . . . what further need was there that another priest should rise after the order of Melchisedec, and not be called after the order of Aaron?” (Hebrews 7:11... More...

Why do we have synodal discussions on topics that the Church cannot change? For example, the priesthood cannot be opened to women, because of how God created us and the sacraments. Fr. McTeigue takes a closer look. Watch on YouTube: Synodality vs. Priesthood?

A song, "I Want Jesus to Walk with Me," once carried hope through generations who believed a brighter future would come. Today, Nolong Bonner Bullock and Yahosh Bonner say they're living that future. In this episode, they open up about heritage, gratitude, and the responsibility of honoring those who came before them. 3:21- Writing a Book as a Family 5:53- Bucket List Experiences 9:28- African Heritage 11:22- The Weight of a Name 13:58- Sibling Dynamics 17:58- Spending Time With the Savior 21:01- Family Councils and Intentional Parenting 26:36- Unity in the Home 31:00- Gender, Race and Priesthood 37:16- The Next Generation 38:54- What Does It Mean To Be All In the Gospel of Jesus Christ?  "He's the end all, be all. He makes all the decisions. Everything makes sense through Him."  Links: Preorder the Bonners' new book here- https://www.deseretbook.com/product/PR00001659.html The Bonners in Kansas City- https://youtube.com/shorts/xx2BIniskQc?si=jtBf1hERgmhhVJiW The Bonners National Anthem at the NBA All-Star Game-https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=aJlm14WU4pw&pp=ygUeVGhlIGJvbm5lciBmYW1pbHkgbmJhIGFsbC1zdGFy&ra=m    The Bonners NBA All-Star Game recap- https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=PnCU8jUirSw&pp=ygUeVGhlIGJvbm5lciBmYW1pbHkgbmJhIGFsbC1zdGFy&ra=m