Podcasts about Sacramental

During the First Friday gathering in Saginaw on May 1, Bishop Gruss quoted Pope Francis and reminded listeners that every baptized person is called to be a missionary disciple.“A missionary disciple is someone who knows Jesus personally, loves Him deeply, follows Him faithfully, and shares Him boldly,” he said in his talk. (View the video below or watch it HERE.)He stressed that evangelization is not about having all the answers, but about sharing one's encounter with Christ.“A witness is someone who says, ‘I have met the Lord and He has changed my life,'” Bishop Gruss said.Bishop Gruss reflected on the Sacrament of Confirmation and missionary discipleship, and encouraged Catholics to rediscover the power of the Holy Spirit already at work within them through the Sacraments. He emphasized that Confirmation is inseparable from missionary discipleship. “The Spirit was poured upon the Church for one reason,” he said. “To evangelize.”“Wake Up the Sleeping Giant”Bishop Gruss encouraged Catholics to develop a personal relationship with the Holy Spirit and rely less on self-sufficiency. “The Holy Spirit is already in you,” he said. “But perhaps He's dormant. Wake up the sleeping giant in your life. You have everything you need to live as a disciple of Jesus in the world today.”First Friday attendees were encouraged to pray simple prayers each day asking the Holy Spirit to become more active in their lives.He also encouraged young people preparing for Confirmation to approach the Sacrament with openness and courage. The Sacrament of Confirmation is meant to be a life-changing moment in one's life and call to discipleship, as it was for the disciples of the early church."“Don't be afraid to live an extraordinary life in Christ,” he said. “Christ is calling all of us to be saints.”Speaking during the Diocese's confirmation season, Bishop Gruss reflected on visiting parishes across the Diocese to celebrate Confirmation with young people. “Confirmation is not an ending. It doesn't complete anything. It's a beginning,” Bishop Gruss said.He explained that Catholics often reduce the Sacraments to events they attend rather than encounters with Jesus Christ himself. “When we look at the Sacramental life merely as events, then we have diminished them by 99.9%,” he said.Instead of saying, “I'm going to Mass,” Bishop Gruss suggested Catholics think differently: “I'm going for an encounter with the risen Lord Jesus.”Jesus Is the One Who ConfirmsBishop Gruss reminded attendees that Jesus himself is the minister of every Sacrament. “Jesus baptized you. He confirmed you. He gave himself to you in Holy Communion,” he said. “In the Sacrament of Confirmation, he uses my thumb.”Reflecting on his own Confirmation and Baptism dates, Bishop Gruss encouraged Catholics to learn and celebrate those dates as important milestones in their lives of faith. “These are two of the most important dates,” he said, “more important than your birthday.”He urged Catholics to contact the parish where they were baptized to obtain their Sacramental records and reflect more intentionally on those moments of grace.Confirmation and the Holy SpiritDrawing from the Acts of the Apostles, Bishop Gruss compared Confirmation to the transformation experienced by the apostles at Pentecost. Before receiving the Holy Spirit, the apostles hid in fear. Afterward, they boldly proclaimed the Gospel.“Peter went from fear and denial of Jesus to being a strong, faithful witness of the Gospel,” Bishop Gruss said. “Everything changed.”"That same Holy Spirit is given to the disciples is given to each person in the Sacrament of Confirmation, not diminished in any way. This is why it should be a profound life-changing experience."Bishop Gruss encouraged Catholics to ask the Lord to “bring alive the grace” of Confirmation again in their lives.“The Spirit is never dead,” he said. “Ask the Holy Spirit to ignite your faith.”

Liturgical Practice - The Secular & Sacramental (Part 5) by St. Mark ATL

At the heart of the Liturgy of the Eucharist is the epiclesis, when the priest begs the Holy Spirit to come and transform the bread and wine into the Body and Blood, Soul and Divinity of Christ. The Catechism explains this mysterious reality, and Fr. Mike reiterates that the Mass is not a repetition of Christ's once-and-for-all sacrifice, but a re-presentation and celebration of his eternal sacrifice on the Cross. Today's readings are Catechism paragraphs 1104-1112. This episode has been found to be in conformity with the Catechism by the Institute on the Catechism, under the Subcommittee on the Catechism, USCCB. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/ciy Please note: The Catechism of the Catholic Church contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

In this insightful interview, Dr. Gary Tyra discusses the transformative power of sacramental preaching, emphasizing the Holy Spirit's role in creating genuine encounters with God through sermons. This discussion explores the theological foundations, practical applications, and the importance of discernment in preaching that is prophetic, incarnational, and Spirit-empowered. Pick up a copy of Sacramental Sermons: Prophetic, Incarnational, Truly Transformative.

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Liturgical Journey - The Secular & Sacramental (Part 4) by St. Mark ATL

Liturgical Antiquity - The Secular & Sacramental (Part 3) by St. Mark ATL

What if the biggest obstacle to understanding Christianity is not disbelief—but modernity itself?   In this episode, Buck chats with Dr. Zachary Porcu to discuss sacramental Christianity, the modern secular mindset, and why so many people today—even Christians—struggle to see reality the way the ancient Church did.   They explore the difference between treating Christianity as a system of ideas versus participating in it as a lived reality. The conversation dives into the nature of truth, the problem of interpretation, the meaning of the Trinity, the Fall of man, suffering, evil, and why the sacramental worldview of historic Christianity feels so foreign to the modern mind.   They also discuss the necessity of the Church, the priesthood, the sacraments, and why Christianity cannot be reduced to either "just me and my Bible" or vague spirituality detached from embodied worship and communion.   IN THIS EPISODE   * Why modern people misunderstand Christianity * The difference between text-based and sacramental Christianity * The meaning of "participatory" truth * The Trinity and the problem of "the one and the many" * Why modern culture struggles to understand love * The deeper meaning of the Fall * The origins of evil and suffering * Problems with modern Christian views of suffering * The necessity of the Church and priesthood * Why sacraments are more than symbols * Where the Bible fits within the life of the Church * Recovering a sacramental view of reality   ABOUT DR. ZACHARY PORCU   Zachary Porcu is the author of Journey to Reality and the host of the podcast The Roots of Everything.   Zachary earned his PhD in Church History at The Catholic University of America under the direction of Robin Darling Young. He holds additional degrees in Philosophy, Classics, and Interdisciplinary Humanities and has taught Greek, Latin, history, philosophy, and theology at private schools and universities on both the East and West coasts.   Zachary is a catechist at St. Andrew's Orthodox Church, an editor at St. Vladimir's Seminary Press, and a lecturer at St. Athanasius College.   LINKS   Journey to Reality by Dr. Zachary Porcu Ancient Faith Publishing Donate to the show here: https://www.patreon.com/counterflow  Visit my website: https://www.counterflowpodcast.com  Audio Production by Podsworth Media: https://www.podsworth.com  Leave us a review and rating on Apple Podcasts! Thanks!

Why Saints? - The Secular & Sacramental (Part 2) by St. Mark ATL

Iconography & you - The Secular & Sacramental (Part 1) by St. Mark ATL

RESOURCESRead stories of baptism in the Bible:-Jesus' Baptism: Matthew 3, Mark 1, Luke 3, John 1-Early Church: Acts 2.37-41, Acts 8.26-40, Acts 10Read stories of communion in the Bible:-Jesus' last supper with his disciples: Matthew 26, Mark 14, Luke 22-Early church: Acts 2, Acts 20:7-16Articles:Baptism @ SeasideBible Project: The Meaning of Baptism in the BibleBible Project: Why Is the Lord's Supper Significant in the Bible?Baptism of the Holy Spirit: What It Means & How We Get it WrongThe Biblical Basis of BaptismBooks:Evangelical, Sacramental, and Pentecostal: Why the Church Should Be All Three by Gordon T. Smith

The sacraments of the church were some of the most fundamental issues in the Reformation debates. Dean Taylor explains how intense these differences in theology were and how the Anabaptists were often persecuted and executed for not fitting with the standard Catholic or Protestant teaching of the time. So, what did the first Anabaptists believe about the sacraments?Dean's previous episode on the atonementOur documentary channel on early AnabaptismThe Eucharistic Theology and Ethics of Balthasar HubmaierRussian Nuclear Orthodoxy: Religion, Politics, and StrategyThis is the 317th episode of Anabaptist Perspectives, a podcast, blog, and YouTube channel that examines various aspects of conservative Anabaptist life and thought.Sign-up for our monthly email newsletter which contains new and featured content!Join us on Patreon or become a website partner to enjoy bonus content!Visit our YouTube channel or connect on Facebook.Read essays from our blog or listen to them on our podcast, Essays for King JesusSubscribe on your podcast provider of choiceSupport us or learn more at anabaptistperspectives.org.The views expressed by our guests are solely their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Anabaptist Perspectives or Wellspring Mennonite Church.

In this insightful conversation, Luke Geraty talks with Dr. David Taylor as he explores the rich intersection of charismatic and sacramental theology, emphasizing the Holy Spirit's work through physical and liturgical practices. Discover how ancient traditions and modern charismatic practices can harmoniously enrich Christian worship and spiritual formation. Read my article "The Playground of Heavenly Reality: Pneumatological Sacramentalism" for an introduction to the sacramental tapestry. 

Gen. 3:20–24 Ezek. 20:5–8a Matt. 6:25–34 1 Cor. 10:1–8 In this message on the sacraments, we reflect upon the worries we deal with as Christians, how we tend to make ourselves feel better through idolatry, and how in the sacraments God targets these destructive tendencies and gives us the healing we need.

The readings for this homily: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/041926.cfmFather Chris Alar, MIC refutes the common accusation that Catholics changed the Sabbath by revealing that Jesus Himself established Sunday as the Lord's Day. He explains that the New Testament consistently records believers gathering on the "first day of the week" for the "breaking of bread," a phrase synonymous with the Eucharist. Father Chris highlights the Road to Emmaus narrative, noting how the disciples' eyes were opened only when Jesus broke the bread, mirroring the Mass structure: gathering, the Liturgy of the Word, the Liturgy of the Eucharist, and the Mission. He points out that Christ's vanishing act after recognition signifies His new, Sacramental presence, no longer visible to the eye but truly present in the Eucharist.Father Chris draws a profound parallel between Adam and Eve, whose eyes were opened to sin, and the disciples on the road to Emmaus, whose eyes were opened to the Risen Lord in the Eucharist on the first day of the new creation. He emphasizes that the Mass provides "food for the journey" for our pilgrimage through life, transforming disciples into apostles who are sent out to evangelize. He shares a touching story of an elderly missionary priest who viewed the Eucharist as essential sustenance for his work, reminding us that the Church is sent forth with Christ's love inflaming our hearts. This scriptural passage confirms that the Catholic Mass is not a human invention but the very pattern of worship established by the Risen Christ. ★ Support this podcast ★

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In the light of the resurrection of Jesus on Easter Sunday, Dave spoke about one of the encounters with the risen Jesus we read about in Bible.You can join in our services by visiting us in person at One Church Brighton, Florence Road, Brighton, or by heading to our YouTube channel.If you'd like to know more about One Church Brighton, head to onechurchbrighton.org, or, if you'd like to get in touch with us, email info@onechurchbrighton.org.

En este episodio de El Café de la Lluvia, nos adentramos en el Madrid más literario y desconocido junto a Ainara Aristoy, recorriendo cementerios históricos donde descansan algunas de las figuras más importantes de la literatura española. Visitamos el Panteón de Hombres Ilustres y la Sacramental de San Justo para descubrir las historias de autores como Mariano José de Larra y José de Espronceda, marcados por la pasión, la tragedia y la muerte. También recuperamos figuras menos conocidas como Antonio Andión, una promesa olvidada de la literatura naturalista. El recorrido continúa por la Sacramental de San Lorenzo, donde emergen historias sorprendentes como el traslado de los hermanos Gustavo Adolfo Bécquer y Valeriano Bécquer, o las curiosidades que rodean la tumba de Emilia Pardo Bazán. Finalmente, llegamos al Cementerio Civil de Madrid para recordar a Almudena Grandes, símbolo de la literatura reciente y del vínculo emocional entre escritores y lectores. Un episodio que combina historia, literatura y memoria para entender cómo los cementerios pueden convertirse en espacios de reflexión y conexión con nuestro pasado. ☕ Hazte socio/a de El Café de la Lluvia y forma parte de nuestra comunidad: https://elcafedelalluvia.com/hazte-socio-a-de-el-cafe-de-la-lluvia/ Escúchanos y léenos en nuestra web: https://elcafedelalluvia.com/ ▶️ Suscríbete a nuestro canal de YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ElCafédelaLluvia Recibe nuestros contenidos en tu correo: https://elcafedelalluvia.com/suscripcion-newsletter/ Síguenos en redes sociales: Twitter: https://twitter.com/cafelluvia Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elcafedelalluvia/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Cafedelalluvia Tu apoyo nos ayuda a seguir dando voz a la cultura, la literatura y el pensamiento crítico. Gracias por acompañarnos ☕✨

“Sacramental economy” is an expression that means the communication of (or the dispensation of) the fruits of Christ's Paschal Mystery through the celebration of the Sacred Liturgy, which itself is the celebration and administration of any of the seven Sacraments of the Church. More on today's Open Line Tuesday with Fr. Wade Menezes.

Auto sacramental del siglo XXI, para Radio María, dirigido por Luis Antequera. Un auto sacramental es una breve composición dramática de tema religioso ,de un solo acto, propia de la literatura castellana y portuguesa del siglo XV, más en concreto una clase de drama litúrgico, de estructura alegórica, con tema preferentemente eucarístico, que se representaba el día del Corpus entre los siglos XVI y XVII hasta la prohibición del género en 1765.

Does God Make us Righteous? Karlo Broussard joins us.

The readings for this homily: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/022226.cfmFather Chris  Alar, MIC, invites us to reconsider the Genesis story in light of both tradition and modern discoveries. He notes that scientific genealogy now points to a single ancestral woman, reinforcing the plausibility that Adam and Eve were actual historical persons. He stresses that the biblical account employs symbolic language to convey theological truth, not to serve as a scientific textbook. The garden, he explains, symbolizes the state of grace—a divine communion that humanity originally shared with the Father. By locating the entrance of Eden to the east, the ancient tradition connects the garden with the tabernacle and the Holy of Holies, the most sacred space where God dwelt among his people.Father Chris distinguishes the two creation narratives, showing that one offers a chronological outline while the other provides a vivid visual metaphor of God shaping man from the earth. He reiterates that humanity is a unique composite of matter and spirit, endowed with a rational, immortal soul that separates us from animals. The episode of the tree of knowledge, according to Fr. Chris, is less about acquiring moral awareness and more about the tragic attempt to seize God's legal authority over good and evil—a theme that mirrors contemporary attempts to legislate morality.Father Chris also links the garden imagery to the Church's Sacramental life, describing the tabernacle as a miniature Eden where the Holy of Holies resides. He reminds listeners that the Sacraments are the ordinary channels through which God continues to offer the grace first granted in Eden. By understanding these layers, we can love our faith more deeply and recognize that the Our Father, the Mass, and the Sacraments are extensions of that original divine intimacy.During this Lenten season, Fr. Chris encourages the faithful to use the disciplines of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving to enter more fully into the mystery of Eden, allowing the heart to be transformed by the same grace that first animated Adam. ★ Support this podcast ★

In the 19th century, the Herzog family supplied wine to the Emperor, while the 20th ushered in the era and risks of Prohibition in America and the profound transformation of the humble grape juice. Contemporary technology has enabled the wine industry to flourish, yet the intricate halachos makes kosher wine production, a uniquely complex product   Meanwhile in the mid-1500s, Moravia was fertile ground for both the Maharal's views and the Rama's rulings of yayin stam, which resonate to this day.      Timestamps: 00:00 — Opening anecdote   00:00:36 — Intro & episode overview   00:01:12 — Listener feedback (medieval England)   00:02:02 — History: Bohemia & Moravia (1500s)   00:04:54 — Maharal: philosophy of wine   00:08:43 — Nicholsburg controversy (1600s)   00:15:00 — Prohibition & bootlegging (Bronfmans)   00:16:25 — Sacramental wine loophole & abuses   00:25:00 — 1926 regulations & grape juice debate   00:29:30 — Interview: Nathan (Yogi) Herzog   00:35:00 — Herzog: kosher production practices   00:40:00 — Kedem grape juice & market evolution   00:50:00 — Harvest logistics & mashgichim   00:51:54 — Production issues & quality control   00:52:02 — Interview: Rabbi Padva (kashrus expert)   00:53:15 — Halacha: non-Jew involvement, mevushal, transport   01:04:24 — Practical challenges (pumping/maceration)   01:06:06 — Closing & sign-off

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Sacramental theology demands the vitality of ritual. Whether believers acknowledge it or not, ritual is key to the Christian experience. As such, the Christian calendar presents one of the most significant tools in the faith: the church calendar. Often seemingly viewed as meaningless, antiquated, and irrelevant, liturgical actions aid in producing the reality of formation. In discussions of the Christian calendar's benefits, the vivacity of its Jewish roots should not be missed. Despite centuries of the celebration of the Lord's Supper and Baptism in Christianity, the problem faced is that the origins of these rites are generally unknown, or at best, it is believed to be a new function in Christian worship that began with Jesus. For this reason, this study focuses on discovering the origins of the Lord's Supper and Baptism in their original Jewish context as acts of worship.[1] Sacramental theology assuredly includes a commitment to ancient practice and correct understanding. Nonetheless, the church calendar is but a tool, which allows God's people to live in the realities set forth by the Lord himself. [1] John Edward Ross III, “The Jewish Origins of the Ordinances of Christianity: Worship Within Baptism and the Lord's Supper.” DWS diss., Liberty University, Lynchburg, VA, 2020, 8.

Join host Theresa Noach as she sits down with Mike Smith, the visionary founder and head alchemist of Alchemist Farms. In this heartfelt episode, Mike opens up about his transformative experience during a ceremony led by Theresa through the Sacred Warrior Fellowship. He shares how profoundly impactful that journey was for him.With years of expertise in the realm of medicinal plants, Mike provides valuable insights into the benefits of microdosing psilocybin. Discover how this practice can facilitate a deeper connection with Spirit and promote inner healing. Alongside personal anecdotes, Mike also highlights crucial scientific facts about psilocybin's effects.Tune in to learn about the fascinating ways psilocybin can foster the creation of new neural pathways in the brain when used thoughtfully. Don't miss this enlightening conversation that blends personal experience with scientific understanding!

Hoy nos acompaña Cristobal Fones, sacerdote jesuita, músico y compositor chileno muy reconocido por su música religiosa contemporánea, litúrgica y pastoral. El Padre Cristobal hoy vive en Roma y es el director Internacional de la Red Mundial de Oración del Papa. Con él conversamos acerca de lo que significa tratar de vivir como cristianos hoy en día, tratando de imitar el modo de proceder de Jesús y de hacer sentir al otromás humano. El Padre Cristobal nació en 1975 en Santiago de Chile, en una familia numerosa. Estudió en un colegio jesuita e ingresó a la Compañía de Jesús en 1994 después de comenzar a cursar sociología en la universidad. Completó su primer ciclo de estudios teológicos en la Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile en Santiago, y obtuvo una licenciatura canónica en Teología Sacramental y Litúrgica en la Universidad Católica de América en Washington, DC. Además, estudió música en el Berklee College of Music de Boston. Fue ordenado sacerdote en agosto de 2007 y emitió sus votos religiosos perpetuos en noviembre de 2014 en el Santuario de San Alberto Hurtado de Santiago de Chile.La música ha estado siempre presente en su ministerio sacerdotal y en su propia experiencia de oración. Ha compuesto y grabado muchísimas canciones, participado de un sinfín de conciertos, presentaciones musicales y giras a lo largo y ancho de Chile y el exterior. Ha lanzado numerosísimos discos, dirigido coros y realizado diversas actividades pastorales, donde se destaca el acompañamiento de jóvenes. Ha logrado hacer más accesible la música católica en Chile y en el resto del mundo de habla hispana. Incluso en lengua indígena, ya que compuso la misa Ülkantun luego de realizar una experiencia pastoral en el sur de Chile junto al pueblo mapuche durante sus años de formación.   “No tengo plata ni oro, pero te doy lo que tengo”: un espacio donde encontrarnos con el que verdaderamente nos llena, para que nos tome de la mano, nos levante y nos pongaen camino nuevamente. Somos Sol, Colo y Tere, con el apoyo del Pbro. Gastón Lorenzo, Parroquia Católica Nuestra Señora del Pilar, Ciudad de Buenos Aires, Argentina. Entrevistamos a personas que nos comparten su vida y nos ayudan a profundizar nuestra fe. Contactate con nosotros: ⁠⁠⁠podcastdelpilar@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠Con Cristobal Fones: https://cfones.cl/  Cortina musical: "Tan pobre y tan rico"· Jóvenes Catedral de San Isidro. Álbum: “Hazte canto”. Este podcast está realizado a beneficio de la Fundación Nuestra Señora del Pilar, que acompaña a niños, adolescentes y mujeres en estado de vulnerabilidad en Buenos Aires, Argentina. Te invitamos a colaborar con estaobra. ⁠⁠⁠Entrá a la ⁠⁠⁠⁠página de la Fundación⁠⁠⁠⁠ para conocer más acerca de la fundación y cómo ayudar. Muchas gracias.

This week, we share a special reflection from Rev. Bill Haley exploring and savoring several poems from Christian mystics through the centuries. Bill draws the poems from the book, For Lovers of God Everywhere by Roger Housden (Hoosden), and each offers a slightly different window into what it means to be a Christian mystic.View Our Complete Archive of “Space for God” Prayer PracticesLearn More About Spiritual Direction through CoracleExplore More Encounters with Beautyinthecoracle.org  |  @inthecoracleSupport the showFor the Journey is a resource of the Coracle Center of Formation for Action and is made possible through the generous support of men and women across the globe.

We live in a world that prioritizes the tangible and practical, but what if there were practices that opened us to another way of seeing the world? What if God is inviting us to kingdom lives, encountering and walking in God's loving and active presence in all things? The sacraments are an invitation to do just that. In these holy practices, the kingdom of heaven breaks into our world in a tangible way. God is profoundly present in the most ordinary elements of water, bread, and juice. Baptism and communion are more than mere symbols. They are a visible sign of God's active presence in all things. They are a mysterious place where we encounter God's grace. And they invite us into an intimate relationship as they embody God's sacred, loyal love to creation and our commitment to find ourselves in God's salvation story. In this series, we will explore a sacramental way of life and walk intentionally through the waters of baptism and sit at the banquet feast of God's holy communion table. This week, we consider the central practice of all our gatherings, the communion table.  If The Practice Church is your home community, please join the Core Team. If The Practice Church has been meaningful to your journey, would you consider a tax-deductible gift? You can give at https://thepracticechurch.com/give/

In this episode, Deacon Don and Aidan Byrne continue their series on the theological virtues, with a special focus on faith and hope, as well as the cardinal virtue of courage. Drawing on Scripture, the Catechism, and lived pastoral experience, they explore how fear, despair, and distortion can be healed through cooperation with grace and […] L'articolo The Healing Power of the Sacraments – Sacramental Healing of Anxiety – Aidan Byrne and Deacon Don Devaney proviene da Radio Maria.

We live in a world that prioritizes the tangible and practical, but what if there were practices that opened us to another way of seeing the world? What if God is inviting us to kingdom lives, encountering and walking in God's loving and active presence in all things? The sacraments are an invitation to do just that. In these holy practices, the kingdom of heaven breaks into our world in a tangible way. God is profoundly present in the most ordinary elements of water, bread, and juice. Baptism and communion are more than mere symbols. They are a visible sign of God's active presence in all things. They are a mysterious place where we encounter God's grace. And they invite us into an intimate relationship as they embody God's sacred, loyal love to creation and our commitment to find ourselves in God's salvation story. In this series, we will explore a sacramental way of life and walk intentionally through the waters of baptism and sit at the banquet feast of God's holy communion table. This week, we explored our doctrine of baptism. We shared how we as a community view this sacrament and then practiced in our very first baptism service!  If The Practice Church is your home community, please join the Core Team. If The Practice Church has been meaningful to your journey, would you consider a tax-deductible gift? You can give at https://thepracticechurch.com/give/

Evidence of the Apostles forgiving sins? Gospel authorship important? Is fear from the Devil? Join us for Open Line Monday with Fr. John Trigilio.

We live in a world that prioritizes the tangible and practical, but what if there were practices that opened us to another way of seeing the world? What if God is inviting us to kingdom lives, encountering and walking in God's loving and active presence in all things? The sacraments are an invitation to do just that. In these holy practices, the kingdom of heaven breaks into our world in a tangible way. God is profoundly present in the most ordinary elements of water, bread, and juice. Baptism and communion are more than mere symbols. They are a visible sign of God's active presence in all things. They are a mysterious place where we encounter God's grace. And they invite us into an intimate relationship as they embody God's sacred, loyal love to creation and our commitment to find ourselves in God's salvation story. In this series, we will explore a sacramental way of life and walk intentionally through the waters of baptism and sit at the banquet feast of God's holy communion table. This week, we considered the tremendous love of God incarnate in Jesus. If The Practice Church is your home community, please join the Core Team. If The Practice Church has been meaningful to your journey, would you consider a tax-deductible gift? You can give at https://thepracticechurch.com/give/

Logan Brown Isaiah 62:6-12Psalm 97Titus 3:4-7Luke 2:15-20

I take it that this is where we begin to know our Lord's shadow. He was at the first to us a refuge in time of trouble. Weary was the way, and great was the heat; our lips were parched, and our souls were fainting; we sought for shelter, and we found none; for we were in the wilderness of sin and condemnation, and who could bring us deliverance, or even hope? Then we cried unto the Lord in our trouble, and He led us to the Rock of ages, which of old was cleft for us. We saw our interposing Mediator coming between us and the fierce heat of justice, and we hailed the blessed screen. The Lord Jesus was unto us a covering for sin, and so a covert from wrath. The sense of divine displeasure, which had beaten upon our conscience, was removed by the removal of the sin itself, which we saw to be laid on Jesus, who in our place and stead endured its penalty.

A new MP3 sermon from The Narrated Puritan is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Under His Shadow - Brief Sacramental Discourse Subtitle: 'Till He Come Speaker: C. H. Spurgeon Broadcaster: The Narrated Puritan Event: Audiobook Date: 12/16/2025 Bible: Psalm 91:1 Length: 20 min.

| S03 E13 | Deacon Eric Gurash and guest, Michelle Braden from the Office of Youth and Young Adult Ministry unveil an exciting new teen sacramental preparation initiative—designed for young people who previously missed Baptism, Confirmation, or other sacraments. This episode explores how monthly gatherings, community-building, team-building, and flexible catechesis create a welcoming environment where teens can grow in faith, build relationships, and prepare for the sacraments in a supportive, belonging-focused setting. Contact Michelle Braden at mbraden@archregina.sk.ca to learn more! 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:54 Introducing Michelle Braden and the New Initiative 02:11 Challenges and Reasons for the New Program 04:32 Program Structure and Goals 05:55 Community Building and Sacramental Preparation 10:14 Parish Involvement and Mentorship 17:31 Call for Volunteers and Conclusion 17:44 Introduction to the New Program 18:03 Monthly Meetings and Source Event Integration 19:30 Initial Sessions and Getting to Know Each Other 20:52 Building Community and Fun Activities 21:39 Importance of Personal Connections 23:44 Flexibility and Adapting to Group Dynamics 29:19 Encouraging Participation and Open Invitation 29:57 Final Thoughts and Contact Information

If both Catholics and Protestants believe we're saved by grace through Jesus Christ, why do they still disagree so sharply about the gospel—and how we actually receive it?In this episode, Mark continues the “Why Protestantism?” series by focusing on how grace is applied to the believer. He explains how Roman Catholicism understands grace as being mediated through the Church's sacramental system—especially baptism and the Eucharist—and why the sacraments are seen as the ordinary channels through which God dispenses saving grace. Using a vivid “pop machine” illustration, Mark unpacks how this shapes Catholic views of salvation, assurance, and the Christian life.Mark then contrasts this with the Protestant conviction of sola fide—that we are justified by grace alone through faith alone in Christ alone, with the preached Word at the center. He highlights areas of real agreement with Roman Catholics (salvation by grace, the transforming work of the Spirit) while also showing where the systems diverge, especially on how grace is received. Finally, he explores how these differences show up in Sunday worship and why gospel clarity matters deeply for ordinary Christians.Episode Highlights00:00 — Intro to the Equip Podcast and the “Why Protestantism?” series recap 02:28 — Sacramental system vs sola fide and why gospel clarity is at stake 03:22 — Is the gospel present in Roman Catholicism? Where Protestants and Catholics genuinely agree 06:00 — Grace, transformation, and assurance: why Catholics don't say “saved by works,” and where Protestants often misunderstand 09:37 — The “pop machine” illustration: how Catholic theology sees grace flowing through the Church and its sacraments 11:27 — Walking through the seven sacraments: initiation, healing, and service—and why baptism and Eucharist are central 15:49 — The Protestant response: sola fide, justification by faith alone, and sacraments as signs and seals rather than the source of saving grace 17:22 — Romans 10 and the primacy of the preached Word: faith comes by hearing, not by ritual performance 20:25 — Sunday in the pews: how a Catholic Mass and a Protestant service reveal two different centers—Eucharist vs sermon 21:53 — Why Mark believes the gospel is present but often unclear in Catholicism—and why personal faith in Christ must be emphasized 22:22 — Preview of next week's Q&A with Emily Jensen: dating a Catholic, real-life conversations, and practicing clarity with charityResources:Cornerstone Church Sermons: Listen onlineGavin Ortlund, What It Means to Be Protestant (Truth Unites)Matthew Barrett, The Reformation as RenewalMichael Svigel, RetroChristianity: Reclaiming the Forgotten FaithChad Van Dixhoorn (ed.), Creeds, Confessions, and Catechisms: A Reader's EditionCatechism of the Catholic Church (Vatican)

November 30, 2025

Let's welcome Stephen Mandes Thomas to discuss his new book, The Book of Sacramental Magic. We will explore a complete system of Christian ritual magic, defining the practice as the art and science of causing changes in consciousness in accordance with will. You will discover how traditional Christian rites—including the daily sign of the cross, the rosary, novenas, and consecrated sacramentals—are used as tools for spiritual purification and for manifesting desired outcomes. Our examination will delve into concepts such as the Planes of Being, theurgy, thaumaturgy, and the Plane of spiritual realities. Prepare to elevate your understanding and experience profound transformation. More on Stephen: https://sacramentalmagic.substack.com/p/the-book-of-sacramental-magic-available Get the book: https://amzn.to/47z8EOY Get The Occult Elvis: https://amzn.to/4jnTjE4 Virtual Alexandria Academy: https://thegodabovegod.com/virtual-alexandria-academy/ Gnostic Tarot Readings: https://thegodabovegod.com/gnostic-tarot-reading/ The Gnostic Tarot: https://www.makeplayingcards.com/sell/synkrasis Homepage: https://thegodabovegod.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/aeonbyte AB Prime: https://thegodabovegod.com/members/subscription-levels/ Voice Over services: https://thegodabovegod.com/voice-talent/ Support with donation: https://buy.stripe.com/00g16Q8RK8D93mw288 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

¡Vótame en los Premios iVoox 2025! España ha dado grandes pintores, entre ellos Diego Velázquez y Francisco de Goya. Velázquez, sevillano del siglo XVII, murió en Madrid en 1660 y fue enterrado en la iglesia de San Juan Bautista, pero se demolió a principios del siglo XIX, por lo que se perdieron sus restos. A pesar de que se han intentado encontrar en varias ocasiones no ha habido éxito. Se especula que pudo ser trasladado al convento de San Plácido, donde en 1994 se halló un cuerpo con características similares, pero no se ha podido confirmar. Goya, aragonés de los siglos XVIII y XIX, murió en 1828 en Burdeos, donde se exilió en 1824 huyendo del régimen de Fernando VII. Aquejado de sordera y problemas de salud, pintó muchas obras maestras. Fue enterrado en el cementerio de la Chartreuse en una tumba compartida. En 1888, al repatriar sus restos a Madrid, se descubrió que faltaba su cráneo, un misterio que sigue sin resolver. Sus restos pasaron por la Colegiata de San Isidro y la Sacramental de San Justo, hasta llegar en 1919 a la ermita de San Antonio de la Florida, donde había pintado sus frescos en 1798. Esta ermita, hoy un pequeño museo, es su lugar de descanso final, aunque la ausencia de su cráneo y la modestia del sitio generaron cierta polémica en su momento. Para proteger los frescos, se construyó una ermita gemela en 1925. Ambos pintores, genios indiscutibles han tenido destinos dispares: los de Velázquez, perdidos quizá para siempre. Los de Goya, tras un ajetreado periplo terminaron en un lugar muy ligado a su obra. Tanto la ermita de San Antonio de la Florida y la plaza de Ramales en Madrid son hoy los sitios que recuerdan a los dos maestros. Escucha el episodio completo en la app de iVoox, o descubre todo el catálogo de iVoox Originals

¡Vótame en los Premios iVoox 2025! España ha dado grandes pintores, entre ellos Diego Velázquez y Francisco de Goya. Velázquez, sevillano del siglo XVII, murió en Madrid en 1660 y fue enterrado en la iglesia de San Juan Bautista, pero se demolió a principios del siglo XIX, por lo que se perdieron sus restos. A pesar de que se han intentado encontrar en varias ocasiones no ha habido éxito. Se especula que pudo ser trasladado al convento de San Plácido, donde en 1994 se halló un cuerpo con características similares, pero no se ha podido confirmar. Goya, aragonés de los siglos XVIII y XIX, murió en 1828 en Burdeos, donde se exilió en 1824 huyendo del régimen de Fernando VII. Aquejado de sordera y problemas de salud, pintó muchas obras maestras. Fue enterrado en el cementerio de la Chartreuse en una tumba compartida. En 1888, al repatriar sus restos a Madrid, se descubrió que faltaba su cráneo, un misterio que sigue sin resolver. Sus restos pasaron por la Colegiata de San Isidro y la Sacramental de San Justo, hasta llegar en 1919 a la ermita de San Antonio de la Florida, donde había pintado sus frescos en 1798. Esta ermita, hoy un pequeño museo, es su lugar de descanso final, aunque la ausencia de su cráneo y la modestia del sitio generaron cierta polémica en su momento. Para proteger los frescos, se construyó una ermita gemela en 1925. Ambos pintores, genios indiscutibles han tenido destinos dispares: los de Velázquez, perdidos quizá para siempre. Los de Goya, tras un ajetreado periplo terminaron en un lugar muy ligado a su obra. Tanto la ermita de San Antonio de la Florida y la plaza de Ramales en Madrid son hoy los sitios que recuerdan a los dos maestros. Escucha el episodio completo en la app de iVoox, o descubre todo el catálogo de iVoox Originals

La especialidad de Jesús es perdonar. El paralítico que ponen frente a Jesús se habrá desconcertado cuando el Señor, antes de curarlo, le perdona sus pecados. Y lo que hace al resucitar es otorgar el poder de perdonar pecados. Los santos se sienten pecadores y muy necesitados del perdón. ¿Valoro yo esta maravilla del sacramento que me limpia de todo?

Fr. Patrick preached this homily on September 18, 2025. The readings are from 1 Timothy 4:12-16, Psalm 111:7-8, 9, 10 & Luke 7:36-50. — Connect with us! Website: https://slakingthirsts.com/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCytcnEsuKXBI-xN8mv9mkfw

Dr Clark continues the series on the Lord's Supper, Nourish and Sustain. This series explores what the Supper is, why it was instituted, how it has been understood in the history of the church, what Scripture says, how we should understand it, and practice it. The Lord's Supper is one of the two sacraments instituted by our Lord Jesus Christ. A sacrament is a sign and seal of Holy Spirit-given benefits. Where baptism is the sign and seal of initiation into Christ-confessing covenant community, the Lord's Supper is the sign and seal of renewal and personal appropriation of the benefits promised in the covenant of grace. Tragically, since the mid-ninth century at least, holy communion, which is intended to bring Christ's people together, has often been a source of division. Perhaps worse, however, for much of the last one hundred fifty years, the Supper has been much neglected among evangelicals. In this episode, Dr. Clark discusses Theodore Baza's treatment on the substance of the Lord's Supper. This episode of the Heidelcast is sponsored by the Heidelberg Reformation Association. You love the Heidelcast and the Heidelblog. You share it with friends, with members of your church, and others but have you stopped to think what would happen if it all disappeared? The truth is that we depend on your support. If you don't make the coffer clink, the HRA will simply sink. Won't you help us keep it going? The HRA is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. All your gifts are tax deductible. Use the donate link on this page or mail a check to Heidelberg Reformation Association, 1637 E Valley Parkway #391, Escondido CA 92027. All the Episodes of the Heidelcast Heidelcast Series: To Nourish and Sustain Subscribe To the Heidelcast Browse the Heidelshop! On Twitter @Heidelcast How To Support Heidelmedia: use the donate button below Subscribe in Apple Podcast Subscribe directly via RSS New Way To Call The Heidelphone: Voice Memo On Your Phone Text the Heidelcast any time at (760) 618–1563. The Heidelcast is available everywhere podcasts are found including Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Call or text the Heidelphone anytime at (760) 618-1563. Leave a message or email us a voice memo from your phone and we may use it in a future podcast. Record it and email it to heidelcast@heidelblog.net. If you benefit from the Heidelcast please leave a five-star review on Apple Podcasts so that others can find it. Please do not forget to make the coffer clink (see the donate button below). SHOW NOTES Heidelblog Resources The HB Media Archive The Ecumenical Creeds The Reformed Confessions Heidelberg Catechism (1563) The Heidelberg Catechism: A Historical, Theological, & Pastoral Commentary (Bellingham, WA: Lexham Press, 2025) Recovering the Reformed Confession (Phillipsburg: P&R Publishing, 2008). What Must A Christian Believe? Why I Am A Christian Heidelblog Contributors Support Heidelmedia: use the donate button or send a check to: Heidelberg Reformation Association 1637 E. Valley Parkway #391 Escondido CA 92027 USA The HRA is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization

At the heart of the Liturgy of the Eucharist is the epiclesis, when the priest begs the Holy Spirit to come and transform the bread and wine into the Body and Blood, Soul and Divinity of Christ. The Catechism explains this mysterious reality, and Fr. Mike reiterates that the Mass is not a repetition of Christ's once-and-for-all sacrifice, but a re-presentation and celebration of his eternal sacrifice on the Cross. Today's readings are Catechism paragraphs 1104-1112. This episode has been found to be in conformity with the Catechism by the Institute on the Catechism, under the Subcommittee on the Catechism, USCCB. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/ciy Please note: The Catechism of the Catholic Church contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.