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Psalm 24 Psalm 66 1 Peter 1:22-2:10 Prayer Requests to psp@sqpn.com

Monday in the Octave of Easter

This podcast is a short daily audio provided by the online recovery group Transitions Daily. The daily distribution consists of different recovery quotes from various resources, including; Twenty-Four Hours a Day, A.A. Thought for the Day, Daily Reflections, Big Book Quote, Just for Today, As Bill Sees It, plus more! Transitions Daily also distributes this same content in a daily email with a secret Facebook group for discussion. Go to www.DailyAAEmails.com for more information.   Do you want to stop drinking? Have you ever listened to sobriety podcasts? Does alcoholism or addiction run in your family? Have you tried Alcoholics Anonymous or the 12 Steps of A.A.? Are you considering how to get sober? Are you seriously thinking about sobriety for the first time? Is alcohol controlling your life as never before? If so, you will definitely want to check out this recovery podcast.

Monday in the Octave of Easter Saint of the Day: St. Conrad of Parzham, 1818-1894; born in Bavaria, and became a Capuchin lay brother in 1849; for more than thirty years, Conrad served as porter or doorkeeper of the shrine of Our Lady of Altotting, and he was known for his Marian devotions; he had the gift of prophecy, and of reading people's hearts; he died in Altotting Office of Readings and Morning Prayer for 4/21/25 Gospel: Matthew 28:8-15

Second Sunday of Easter (Year C, 2024-2025)Scripture Readings: Acts 5:27-32, Revelation 1:4-8, John 20:19-31

Readings from the Quad City Times. The volunteer Voices of IRIS read newspapers aloud to keep over 11,000 blind and print disabled listeners informed and connected to their communities. Learn more at IowaRadioReading.org

Readings from the Cedar Rapids Gazette. The volunteer Voices of IRIS read newspapers aloud to keep over 11,000 blind and print disabled listeners informed and connected to their communities. Learn more at IowaRadioReading.org

Deuteronomy 5 is a restatement of the Ten Commandments first recorded in Exodus 20. In verses 1-6 Moses recounts the events and circumstances which led to the proclaiming of the Ten Commandments. The LORD had verse 6 gone to extraordinary lengths to redeem His people and bring them to Mount Sinai. The prologue is frequently given – I am Yahweh your God, who brought you out of Egypt…”. This brought great responsibility and obligation to the Israelites. What our Sovereign has done for us also places us with a debt that we cannot pay to our Almighty Saviour. Verses 7-21 tell us the commandments. It is a more detailed account than that of Exodus 20. Some of the amplifications of this account are the expansion of the terms concerning the Sabbath. This was of course Yahweh's placing upon His people a national unbreakable observance of remembrance whilst Israel was bound to the Law of their God. Interestingly each of these commandments is reinforced in the New Testament except the fourth, which is about the Sabbath. Believers in Christ are to treat every day as holy and as an opportunity for service – see Romans 14 verses 5-10; Hebrews 4 verses 4-9; Colossians 2 verses 16-17. Deuteronomy 5:22-25 outline the aftermath of the proclamation. How intense and terrifying was that occasion. What an immense privilege Israel had in hearing “The voice of the Living God” as verse 26 says. Verses 28-33 tell Moses' response and the spirit that was instilled in him. He prays that the LORD's people might capture that same desire and that they would be motivated to serve the Living God from their hearts as they were to take possession of and dwell in the LORD's land. Moses' prayer was that Israel would wholeheartedly embrace the duty to cultivate the same spirit in their children. If this happened they would have inherited the Promised Land forever. Let us learn the power of our Almighty Sovereign's Word to save. Ecclesiastes is another of Solomon's writings. It is grouped in the Hebrew Bible as one of the wisdom books. Solomon describes himself in chapter 12:9-11 as the Preacher – he is described as the assembler, collector, or gatherer of wise sayings – Hebrew “Koheleth”. Read these verses first in order to understand Solomon's purpose in writing this book. Verses 1-11 are the author's introduction to his book, where several of his major themes are stated. Verses 2 is one of these, “Vanity of vanities, all is vanity”. Human existence is futile declares Solomon. This of course is true if God is not at the centre of our life. The counter to his first proposal is found in Solomon's conclusion in chapter 12 verses 9-14. Reflect for a moment on this before going any further. The Preacher reflects on the toil and endless cycles of nature which seemingly continue without accomplishing anything. He says that this is a metaphor for human existence. In verse 8 he compares those natural cycles with human activity. Verses 9-11describes the constant seeking for something new that will bring enduring satisfaction. From verses 12-18 Solomon laments the seeming futility of wisdom. As king in Jerusalem Solomon has the unique opportunity to try every possible experience. Despite this he declares in verse 4 that his experience taught him that these too were futile – “a mere striving after the wind”. Catch the wind in your hand. Then open your hand and see what you have captured – nothing! Solomon repeats this thought in verse 17. Without our Sovereign our existence is pointless and the more we find out the more we realise the truth of this. Ecclesiastes will teach us this and will convince us to develop a meaningful relationship with our loving Heavenly Father. John 17 outlines Jesus' wonderful prayer for unity with himself and his Father. Having struggled to subject his will to the Father in Gethsemane and being strengthened by an angel to do that, the victory had been won, and all that remained were the trials, scourging and crucifixion which our Master would endure. So the prayer began with an acknowledgment of the coming glory – verse 4 the glory that the Father had planned for the Son before creation. Then followed a plea for men to know the Father and the servant Son sent into the world to reveal the Father's character; and in that “knowing” would come life eternal. The prayer was to preserve the believers in that truth and so save them. None would be lost save Judas, the ‘son of destruction'. Eventually everyone sanctified by the truth would be united with the Father in the same way His Son was. John chapter 18 records the betrayal and arrest of the Lord in the garden of Gethsemane. Judas arrived with a heavily armed contingent of temple thugs; who when they asked the Lord, who they sought, they fell to the ground illustrating that where he was they could not come (John 7:36). He gave himself voluntarily into their hands after miraculously restoring the severed ear of Malchus- the high priest's servant and rebuking Peter who had mistakenly tried to protect his Lord. Jesus faced Annas and Caiaphas in trial. Peter's first denial followed. Then Jesus is placed under oath by the high priest, who contrary to the law commanded our Master to be struck and was rightly rebuked by Jesus. Peter's second denial followed. The rulers attempted to force from Pilate, the Roman Governor, during the night, the death sentence – another illegality – on the unproven charge of treason. Pilate questioned Jesus and it was clear that our Lord had total mastery of the situation and it was Pontius Pilate who quailed in the presence of the Son of God. Jesus bore witness to the Truth that he came into the world to be “King of the Jews” (see 1 Timothy 6:12-16). Pilate declared him to be innocent of the charge; but the rulers clamoured for his death and the acquittal of Barabbas.

Readings from the Dubuque Telegraph Herald. The volunteer Voices of IRIS read newspapers aloud to keep over 11,000 blind and print disabled listeners informed and connected to their communities. Learn more at IowaRadioReading.org

Readings of selected articles from the Canberra Times of Monday 21 April 2025.

Psalm 1 Psalm 2 Psalm 3 1 Peter 1:1-21 Prayer Requests to psp@sqpn.com

Easter Sunday (Solemnity)

Want to reach out to us? Want to leave a comment or review? Want to give us a suggestion or berate Anthony? Send us a text by clicking this link!Christ is risen! The glorious transformation we've been preparing for through forty days of Lenten sacrifice has arrived, but what happens to our spiritual journey now? This meditation explores the profound significance of Eastertide—not merely as the end of Lenten disciplines but as the beginning of a new way of living. From the triumphant moment when "light has triumphed over darkness," we are called to understand that Easter isn't about abandoning our spiritual progress, but redirecting it toward a fuller expression of our life in Christ.As St. Paul reminds us, being "risen with Christ" means elevating our desires toward heaven while detaching from mere earthly satisfactions. For newly baptized Catholics, this season marks their first days in the faith, while for all believers, it offers a time to balance joyful celebration with continued spiritual growth. The Easter octave specifically highlights this transition as we learn to live out the new life received in baptism.The meditation offers five practical Easter resolutions to help navigate this season properly: making a fervent communion, reciting the Haec Dies prayer at meals, sincerely greeting others with Easter joy, celebrating with family, and marking the end of Lenten austerities with small gestures of generosity. These simple practices help us maintain the proper perspective—celebrating fully while continuing to make spiritual progress.Join us throughout the Easter octave as we explore what it means to live as new creations, clothed in the victory of Christ, who has conquered death once and for all. How will you carry your Lenten transformation into this season of uninterrupted joy?Support the showSponsored by Recusant Cellars, an unapologetically Catholic and pro-life winery from Washington state. Use code BASED25 at checkout for 10% off! https://recusantcellars.com/Also sponsored by Quest Pipe Co. Get your St Isaac Jogues pipe here: https://questpipeco.com/discount/Amish?redirect=%2Fproducts%2Fst-isaac-jogues-limited-edition********************************************************Please subscribe! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKsxnv80ByFV4OGvt_kImjQ?sub_confirmation=1https://www.avoidingbabylon.comMerchandise: https://shop.avoidingbabylon.comLocals Community: https://avoidingbabylon.locals.comRSS Feed for Podcast Apps: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/1987412.rssSpiritusTV: https://spiritustv.com/@avoidingbabylonRumble: https://rumble.com/c/AvoidingBabylon

Alleluia! He is Risen! Rev. Ben delivers our Easter Morning message. Readings from this service:Acts 10: 34-43Psalm 118: 14-17, 22-24Luke 24: 1-12Thanks for listening! CONNECT with CCFC:Visit us on FacebookVisit our websiteDownload our app!

Easter Sunday of the Lord's Resurrection Office of Readings and Morning Prayer for 4/20/25 Gospel: John 20:1-9

This audio-only file includes all the readings from scripture, along with the sermon — and when available, the announcements, adult choir, men's choir, and/or bell choir. Also posted along with the audio file is the text for all the scripture readings, and a link to the current bulletin, and our YouTube channel if you prefer to watch the LIVE Stream.

Resurrection of the Lord (Year C, 2024-2025)Scripture Readings:  Acts 10:34-43, Psalm 118:1-2, 14-24, 1 Corinthians 15:19-26, John 20:1-18

Easter Evening (Year C, 2024-2025)Scripture Readings: Isaiah 25:6-9, Psalm 114, 1 Corinthians 5:6b-8, Luke 24:13-49

Readings from the Cedar Rapids Gazette. The volunteer Voices of IRIS read newspapers aloud to keep over 11,000 blind and print disabled listeners informed and connected to their communities. Learn more at IowaRadioReading.org

Word & Sermon Weekly – Easter Sunday The Resurrection of Our Lord – April 20, 2025 Job 19:23–27 1 Corinthians 15:51–57 John 20:1–18 Learn more about Zion Lutheran Church and the Christian faith, by subscribing to this podcast, and joining us next Sunday by visiting www.zionhiawatha.org

He Is Risen! An Easter Sunday message from Lance Davidson. Readings from Colossians 1:9-14 and Genesis 3:6-9. Lance is principal of Kerang Christian College.

Deuteronomy 4 commences with Moses commanding obedience from Israel. Verses 1-14 speak of the people being told that the Word of the LORD was to observed without adding to it, nor subtracting from it. This was because Yahweh their God demanded exclusive worship; He would tolerate no rivals. The demands for obedience were reasonable since He had rescued His people and shown them mighty miracles in the process. He had given them an incomparable Law, at which the surrounding nations could only marvel. Israel needs to diligently observe all the LORD's laws and ensure that these laws were ingrained into their children's minds. The Ten Commandments were delivered to them accompanied by an impressive display of the might and majesty of their Sovereign. So these commandments were morally imperative for Israel to keep when they came into the Promised Land. Verses 15-31 says that idolatry in any form was forbidden. They were not to fashion, or carve, the likeness of any living creature lest it become an idol. The consequences of idol worship would bring punishment upon the nation. If they forsook the idols then Yahweh would show them His love and mercy, which are essential qualities of His character – read verse 31 aloud slowly and contemplate what it teaches you. Verses 32-40 teach that there is no other God than our Almighty Father. And so worship of Him is demanded to the exclusion of all others – idols, covetousness and self (Colossians 3:5; 2 Timothy 3:2). Verses 41-43 describe the assigning of 3 additional cities of refuge east of the River Jordan. Proverbs 31 concludes the book with section 7 – the words of king Lemuel, which his mother taught him. Once again Lemuel, although exceptionally wise, is not Solomon David's son – whose wisdom was taught to him firstly by his natural father David; and later, and more importantly by his Heavenly Father. Another sad contrast between Lemuel and Solomon is Lemuel's writing about a virtuous woman, who may have been his soulmate; whereas even though Solomon had a thousand wives (including his concubines) he seemingly failed to find a true companion – Ecclesiastes 7 verses 28. Verses 1-9 are balanced contrastingly with verses 10-31 the virtues of the wise, diligent and faithful wife. Lemuel's counsel is an “oracle” ie wise counsel that harmonises with God's Word. It is recorded here in holy writ as it is endorsed as inspired advice. The name Lemuel means “Godward, or God is Bright”. The author's intention is to focus his reader's minds on their Sovereign, “who dwells in unapproachable light” as we are told in 1 Timothy 6 verses 14-16. Verses 3-7 counsel us against immorality and drunkenness. Verses 8-9 are Lemuel's third admonition to his readers. Only open your mouth to confer a benefit to others – see Ephesians 4 verses 29; James 3 verses 1-10. Proverbs 31 verses 10-31 give a description of the perfect lifelong companion – the virtuous woman. The 22 verses of this segment correspond to the twenty two letters of the Hebrew alphabet (although they are not in the form of an acrostic). Verses 10-15 tell of the preciousness and value of a virtuous wife. These verses also describe her outstanding character and diligence in all that she does. Verses 16-21 speak of the wisdom of her decisions, her motivations and her skills exercised for her family; and her benevolence to the poor; and her wisdom. Verses 22-27 outline the high reputation of this magnificent woman. These verses speak of her astute and appropriate clothing for her family. They tell us of her confidence in the decisions she makes. This conference comes from a moral compass that has been guided by God's Word. And so her speech is soft, kind, giving guidance and direction to all who hear her wisdom. Of course she corresponds to the appeal of the woman wisdom throughout the book. Unlike so many modern mothers of today this mother has loving maternal instincts. Verses 28-29 tell us of the awe and appreciation that her family feels for her. Verses 30-31 reveal the source of her virtue – she is a woman who reverently fears her God. And so we are returning to the beginning of the book – Proverbs 1:7. This woman is a fruitful spouse who typifies the Bride of Christ. We are, through belief and baptism into Christ, that bride. Let our life be virtuous and praiseworthy that when our Lord and Master comes he will joyfully invite us to join him in his kingdom – see Revelation 22:17-21. Chapter 15 of John told us that as Jesus and his disciples moved from the upper room and past the temple; they saw the magnificent portrayal of the vine – that great symbol of Israel. Our Lord told them that he was the True Vine (see Psalm 80). His disciples were the branches and only by associating with him could they bare fruit. The bringing forth of fruit is a tedious and painful process; but ultimately one of great joy. His “agape” love for them was as a friend, who was about to lay down his life for them. The world would hate them just as it hated their Lord. Those believing their Master's Word would likewise believe theirs. In the 16th chapter he told that those that were soon to kill his disciples would believe that they were doing God service. He told them of the of the work of the Holy Spirit – one of its primary roles to give the Apostles an infallible recall of all the Words and life of their Lord. The sorrow that they were to soon experience with the death and loss of their Lord would be turned to great joy in the fulfilment of all the Almighty had promised. Great rejoicing would be associated with the birth by resurrection of the Son of the new creation of our Sovereign God. Let all believers take heart that our Master has overcome the world. He likewise encourages all believers to do the same in Revelation 2 and 3.

Readings and sermon for Easter Sunday, April 20, 2025.

Readings (all of them) here

Exodus 14:15--15:1-6,17-18 Ezekiel 36:16-28 Psalm 42:2-3,5bcd;43:3-4 Romans 6:3-11 Psalm 118:1-2,16ab-17,22-23 Matthew 28:1-10 Prayer Requests to psp@sqpn.com

Want to reach out to us? Want to leave a comment or review? Want to give us a suggestion or berate Anthony? Send us a text by clicking this link!The sacred stillness of Holy Saturday holds a unique place in our spiritual journey - that profound pause between the Crucifixion and Resurrection, where we are invited to contemplate the mystery of Christ's rest in the tomb. Through ancient liturgical texts and thoughtful meditation, we explore this day not as empty waiting, but as fertile ground where the seed of Resurrection quietly germinates."Today I am plunged in anguish, but tomorrow I will break my bonds." This powerful antiphon sets the tone for our reflection on what appears as defeat but secretly harbors victory. We join Joseph of Arimathea and Nicodemus at the hasty burial of Jesus before walking through the profound symbolism of the Easter Vigil ceremonies—the blessing of new fire, the lighting of the Paschal candle representing Christ risen, and the gradual illumination of darkness as this light spreads throughout the congregation.The beautiful paradox of Holy Saturday emerges as we contemplate both loss and anticipation. "The sleep of death will be of short duration, followed by a glorious triumph," reminds us that beneath apparent defeat, God's redemptive work continues unseen. We offer practical spiritual resolutions for the day: spending time in recollection with Mary, seeking confession, praying for catechumens awaiting baptism, and remembering souls in purgatory. If you're journeying with us through Lent toward Easter glory, join our community in prayer for those entering the Church tonight, and prepare your heart for the magnificent celebration of Resurrection that awaits us all tomorrow.Support the showSponsored by Recusant Cellars, an unapologetically Catholic and pro-life winery from Washington state. Use code BASED25 at checkout for 10% off! https://recusantcellars.com/Also sponsored by Quest Pipe Co. Get your St Isaac Jogues pipe here: https://questpipeco.com/discount/Amish?redirect=%2Fproducts%2Fst-isaac-jogues-limited-edition********************************************************Please subscribe! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKsxnv80ByFV4OGvt_kImjQ?sub_confirmation=1https://www.avoidingbabylon.comMerchandise: https://shop.avoidingbabylon.comLocals Community: https://avoidingbabylon.locals.comRSS Feed for Podcast Apps: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/1987412.rssSpiritusTV: https://spiritustv.com/@avoidingbabylonRumble: https://rumble.com/c/AvoidingBabylon

This podcast is a short daily audio provided by the online recovery group Transitions Daily. The daily distribution consists of different recovery quotes from various resources, including; Twenty-Four Hours a Day, A.A. Thought for the Day, Daily Reflections, Big Book Quote, Just for Today, As Bill Sees It, plus more! Transitions Daily also distributes this same content in a daily email with a secret Facebook group for discussion. Go to www.DailyAAEmails.com for more information.   Do you want to stop drinking? Have you ever listened to sobriety podcasts? Does alcoholism or addiction run in your family? Have you tried Alcoholics Anonymous or the 12 Steps of A.A.? Are you considering how to get sober? Are you seriously thinking about sobriety for the first time? Is alcohol controlling your life as never before? If so, you will definitely want to check out this recovery podcast.

Saturday of Holy Week Saint of the Day: St. Timon; one of the seven deacons chosen by the apostles to minister to the Nazarene community of Jerusalem; mentioned in the Acts of the Apostles Office of Readings and Morning Prayer for 4/19/25 Gospel: Luke 24:1-12

Holy Saturday (Year C, 2024-2025)Scripture Readings: Job 14:1-14, Psalm 31:1-4, 15-16, 1 Peter 4:1-8, Matthew 27:57-66

INTROTonight on the Typical Skeptic Podcast, I'm joined by a powerful intuitive, visionary, and lightworker known simply as Elena. She's a near-death experiencer, clairaudient, and energy healer who brings a unique multidimensional perspective on life, spirit, and the hidden truths of our universe. Whether it's cryptids, portals, or Dulce base-level secrets, Elena channels deep wisdom and isn't afraid to dive into the unknown. Tonight she's offering answers, healing, and insight — and she's even open to doing readings for those who support the show. Get ready to go deep.BIOElena is a near-death experiencer, clairaudient, visionary, intuitive, lightworker, and energy practitioner. Having survived incredible challenges and guided countless souls, she channels higher knowledge and healing from beyond the veil. She speaks on cryptids, portals, consciousness shifts, Dulce Base secrets, and more. Known for her raw insight and grounded lightwork, she bridges the mystical and the real in a truly authentic way.Follow her on Instagram: @elenasjourney444DISCLAIMER:The views expressed by guests on the Typical Skeptic Podcast do not necessarily reflect those of the host. This episode is for entertainment and informational purposes only. Readings and intuitive messages are not a substitute for professional medical, psychological, or legal advice. Viewer discretion is advised.HASHTAGS:#TypicalSkepticPodcast #ElenaTheHealer #NearDeathExperience #EnergyHealing #Cryptids #Portals #DulceBase #PsychicReadings #LiveChanneling #IntuitiveHealer #Lightworker #TruthSeeker #GalacticDownloads #Clairaudient #Starseeds #ConsciousnessExpansion #SpiritualPodcastTAGS (YouTube/meta):Typical Skeptic Podcast, Elena the Healer, energy healing, near death experience, cryptids, Dulce Base, alien portals, secret bases, intuitive channeling, clairaudience, lightworker stories, galactic healer, metaphysical podcast, spiritual awakening, psychic readings live, multidimensional consciousness

Psalm 4 Psalm 16 Psalm 24 Hebrews 4:1-13 Prayer Requests to psp@sqpn.com

Want to reach out to us? Want to leave a comment or review? Want to give us a suggestion or berate Anthony? Send us a text by clicking this link!From scandal to salvation, the Cross stands at the center of our faith journey. Today's Good Friday reflection delves into the profound paradox that defines Christianity – how an instrument of torture became the trophy of victory, how death gave way to eternal life.Father Patrick Troadec's powerful meditation from "Toward Easter" guides us through the theological significance of Christ's final words: "It is consummated." We explore how Jesus fulfilled all prophecies as the true Lamb of God, becoming the new fruit attached to the tree of the Cross, thereby reversing Adam's disobedience in Eden. The Cross transforms before our eyes into a throne of glory, a tribunal of forgiveness, and an altar of sacrifice.The traditional Good Friday liturgy reveals this mystery through its ritualized unveiling of the cross in three stages, symbolizing how the message spread from fearful disciples to the Jewish people after Pentecost and finally to all nations. This progressive revelation invites us to deepen our understanding of the meaning of the Cross in our lives. As St. Vincent de Paul reminds us, "God is more pleased when one meditates on the passion of his Son than when we fast for a year."Four practical resolutions anchor this meditation: maintaining gentleness in adversity, reading the prayers of Good Friday slowly, making a reverent Sign of the Cross, and periodically touching the Crucifix of our rosary in gratitude. These simple practices help transform intellectual understanding into lived spirituality. Whether you're attending today's solemn liturgy or creating space for personal reflection, join us in contemplating the price of our salvation and discovering how the darkest day in history became our brightest hope.Support the showSponsored by Recusant Cellars, an unapologetically Catholic and pro-life winery from Washington state. Use code BASED25 at checkout for 10% off! https://recusantcellars.com/Also sponsored by Quest Pipe Co. Get your St Isaac Jogues pipe here: https://questpipeco.com/discount/Amish?redirect=%2Fproducts%2Fst-isaac-jogues-limited-edition********************************************************Please subscribe! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKsxnv80ByFV4OGvt_kImjQ?sub_confirmation=1https://www.avoidingbabylon.comMerchandise: https://shop.avoidingbabylon.comLocals Community: https://avoidingbabylon.locals.comRSS Feed for Podcast Apps: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/1987412.rssSpiritusTV: https://spiritustv.com/@avoidingbabylonRumble: https://rumble.com/c/AvoidingBabylon

This podcast is a short daily audio provided by the online recovery group Transitions Daily. The daily distribution consists of different recovery quotes from various resources, including; Twenty-Four Hours a Day, A.A. Thought for the Day, Daily Reflections, Big Book Quote, Just for Today, As Bill Sees It, plus more! Transitions Daily also distributes this same content in a daily email with a secret Facebook group for discussion. Go to www.DailyAAEmails.com for more information.   Do you want to stop drinking? Have you ever listened to sobriety podcasts? Does alcoholism or addiction run in your family? Have you tried Alcoholics Anonymous or the 12 Steps of A.A.? Are you considering how to get sober? Are you seriously thinking about sobriety for the first time? Is alcohol controlling your life as never before? If so, you will definitely want to check out this recovery podcast.

Good Friday - The observance of the Lord's Passion and Death on Calvary Office of Readings and Morning Prayer for 4/18/25 Gospel: John 18:1-19:42

This audio-only file includes all the readings from scripture, along with the sermon — and when available, the announcements, adult choir, men's choir, and/or bell choir. Also posted along with the audio file is the text for all the scripture readings, and a link to the current bulletin, and our YouTube channel if you prefer to watch the LIVE Stream.

Good Friday (Year C, 2024-2025)Scripture Readings: Isaiah 52:13-53:12, Psalm 22, Hebrews 4:14-16; 5:7-9, John 18:1-19:42

Psalm 2 Psalm 22:2-23 Psalm 38 Hebrews 9:11-28 Prayer Requests to psp@sqpn.com

Want to reach out to us? Want to leave a comment or review? Want to give us a suggestion or berate Anthony? Send us a text by clicking this link!Stepping into the sacred space of Maundy Thursday, we explore the profound moments that transformed human history—the institution of the Eucharist and the priesthood during the Last Supper. As Jesus took bread and wine, declaring "This is my Body" and "This is my Blood," He established a perpetual miracle of love that continues on altars worldwide.The liturgy of Holy Thursday beautifully balances joy and sorrow. We begin with celebration—white vestments, flowers adorning the altar, the Gloria sung with organ accompaniment, and bells ringing joyfully. Yet this happiness gives way as the Blessed Sacrament is moved to the altar of repose, the church emptied, and the altar stripped—powerful symbols foreshadowing Christ's passion. The faithful are invited to keep vigil in prayer until midnight, when even this access is withdrawn as Jesus enters His imprisonment.This episode takes an unexpected personal turn as I share the story of Father Raymond Zweber, the priest who rushed to baptize me as a premature infant in an incubator on Thanksgiving Day. His quiet faith, demonstrated through tears during Stations of the Cross and years of faithful service, shaped my Catholic identity in profound ways. On this day dedicated to the priesthood, I invite you to remember and pray for the priests who've administered sacraments in your life—baptism, confession, communion. Their hands have literally brought Christ to you. Whether you're able to attend Mass today or simply make a spiritual communion, let's honor these sacred institutions that continue to nourish our faith journey through the centuries.Support the showSponsored by Recusant Cellars, an unapologetically Catholic and pro-life winery from Washington state. Use code BASED25 at checkout for 10% off! https://recusantcellars.com/Also sponsored by Quest Pipe Co. Get your St Isaac Jogues pipe here: https://questpipeco.com/discount/Amish?redirect=%2Fproducts%2Fst-isaac-jogues-limited-edition********************************************************Please subscribe! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKsxnv80ByFV4OGvt_kImjQ?sub_confirmation=1https://www.avoidingbabylon.comMerchandise: https://shop.avoidingbabylon.comLocals Community: https://avoidingbabylon.locals.comRSS Feed for Podcast Apps: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/1987412.rssSpiritusTV: https://spiritustv.com/@avoidingbabylonRumble: https://rumble.com/c/AvoidingBabylon

This podcast is a short daily audio provided by the online recovery group Transitions Daily. The daily distribution consists of different recovery quotes from various resources, including; Twenty-Four Hours a Day, A.A. Thought for the Day, Daily Reflections, Big Book Quote, Just for Today, As Bill Sees It, plus more! Transitions Daily also distributes this same content in a daily email with a secret Facebook group for discussion. Go to www.DailyAAEmails.com for more information.   Do you want to stop drinking? Have you ever listened to sobriety podcasts? Does alcoholism or addiction run in your family? Have you tried Alcoholics Anonymous or the 12 Steps of A.A.? Are you considering how to get sober? Are you seriously thinking about sobriety for the first time? Is alcohol controlling your life as never before? If so, you will definitely want to check out this recovery podcast.

Readings for the Easter Vigil - Romans 6:3-11; Luke 24:1-12We celebrate the culmination of the Life of Jesus of Nazareth and our own hope this day. The stone has been rolled away! The tomb is empty. We are invited to look in and, like Peter before us, we are amazed! But what, exactly, does this day mean to and for us? How are our lives different because of it? Special thanks to all of those who have helped make this podcast a reality - and even more so, thank you to all of you who continue to listen, share and rate it. I'm humbled and grateful for your presence. Have a question or a comment? Send them my way at pdjoezenk@gmail.com Happy Easter!

What was Jesus doing on Holy Saturday? While the world lay silent, Christ was at work- accomplishing in His Spirit what He had completed in the flesh. In this episode, the hosts of the FAD & Dad podcast, Fr. Andrew Dickinson and Joshua Burks, join Jessica to explore the hidden glory of Christ's descent into the realm of the dead and what it means for us today.Fr. Andrew, Josh, and Jess discuss:What the Church means when it says Jesus "descended into Hell"The famous Holy Saturday reading from the Office of Readings- and what it reveals about Christ's mission to the deadHow to pray and live the missionary spirit of Holy Saturday, even in silenceThis episode also includes practical advice for entering into prayer on Holy Saturday, a day that invites us to trust that God is working- even when all seems still.Father Andrew Dickinson is a priest of the Diocese of Sioux Falls. Ordained in 2006 he has served in the diocese in various capacities, including 11 years as the director of the Pius XII Newman Center serving the campus of South Dakota State University where he had the privilege of working with FOCUS missionaries those 11 years. Father Andrew currently serves as the pastor of 4 parishes in the diocese aided by 2 priests and one deacon. He also serves his Bishop as a Vicar General. If he has a FOCUS claim to fame it is through his brother, who was in the original bible study led by Dr. Sri in the 1990s. Joshua Burks is an Associate Teacher at The Emmaus Institute for Biblical Studies in Lincoln, NE. He teaches primarily on New Testament texts and themes, but enjoys any opportunity to bring clarity and conviction to engaging with Christ in the Scriptures. Previous to his time teaching, Joshua spent four years as a missionary and Team Director with FOCUS at South Dakota State University. Next to love of God is his love for his wife, Elizabeth, and their four rambunctious boys. 

Holy Thursday Saint of the Day: St. Robert of Chaise Dieu; 11th Century Benedictine abbot and founder, born in Auvergne, France; after becoming a priest and canon of St. Julian’s in Brioude, he founded a hospice; he then gave himself over to the spiritual direction of St. Odilo at Cluny, France; after making a pilgrimage to Rome, he was moved to give up his life at Cluny and to settle near Brioude; there he attracted followers and built the abbey of Casa Dei to house the burgeoning community of three hundred monks; St. Robert died in 1067 Office of Readings and Morning Prayer for 4/17/25 Gospel: John 13:1-15

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