Podcasts about sacraments

✝ Good Friday – John, The Gospel Writer John 19:25–37 | Behold the Lamb of God, Pierced for Us On this most solemn day, we behold Christ crucified—our Savior lifted high upon the cross. In John 19:25–37, the Gospel writer gives us a deeply personal and eyewitness account of Jesus' final moments. John stood at the foot of the cross. He saw the blood and water flow. He heard Christ's final words and watched Him breathe His last. “John, The Gospel Writer” draws us into that moment—not as distant readers, but as those who have been called to witness and believe. Through John's eyes, we see the fulfillment of Scripture, the depth of Christ's love, and the beginning of the Church's life flowing from His pierced side.

✝ Good Friday – John, The Gospel Writer John 19:25–37 | Behold the Lamb of God, Pierced for Us On this most solemn day, we behold Christ crucified—our Savior lifted high upon the cross. In John 19:25–37, the Gospel writer gives us a deeply personal and eyewitness account of Jesus' final moments. John stood at the foot of the cross. He saw the blood and water flow. He heard Christ's final words and watched Him breathe His last. “John, The Gospel Writer” draws us into that moment—not as distant readers, but as those who have been called to witness and believe. Through John's eyes, we see the fulfillment of Scripture, the depth of Christ's love, and the beginning of the Church's life flowing from His pierced side.

Tonight the Church gives us the Gospel of John, which gives us a unique account of the Last Supper. Jesus washes the feet of the disciples, and then tells them that they must do the same. Tonight we celebrate the Institution of the Priesthood and two of the Sacraments that only the priest can celebrate: Reconciliation and the Eucharist.

Ever wondered how to carry your cross in daily life? Join Angela Sealana as she reflects on the Passion of Christ and shares insights from role models of faith.  In this episode, you will: Discover the importance of meditating on Christ's Passion, especially during challenging times. Hear reflections from several saints who encourage us to dedicate time each day to contemplate the sorrowful passion of our Savior. Take away insights from the Gospel, bringing to life the moments in Gethsemane, Peter's denial, and the crucifixion. Click here to visit the official webpage for this episode. Jewel for the Journey: “True reverence for the Lord's passion means fixing the eyes of our heart on Jesus crucified and recognizing in him our own humanity." - Pope St. Leo the Great Do you like what you hear? Become a Missionary of Hope by sponsoring a week of Journeys of Hope, click here to get started. Learn more at https://pilgrimcenterofhope.org/media-and-resources/all-media-series/journeys-of-hope.html Help us spread hope! https://pilgrimcenterofhope.org/support/

Sr Carino and Sr Hyacinthe look at how the liturgy of the Easter Vigil, from the Exultet through to the Liturgy of the Eucharist.Catechism references: 412/640, 1217-1219, 1987, 2810THE WORD IN 4D: Each Wednesday morning the Dominican Sisters of St Joseph go deeper into the Gospel reading for the upcoming Sunday by exploring how it is used in the Catechism of the Catholic Church, finding connections in all four sections of the Catechism: the Profession of Faith, the Liturgy and Sacraments, our Life in Christ, and Prayer. Connecting the Gospel to these four dimensions of the Christian life with the help of the Catechism will break open the deepest meaning of the Scriptures for catechists of all age groups, Children's Liturgy leaders, teachers and parents.If you enjoyed this programme, please consider supporting us with a one-off or monthly donation. Visit RadioMariaEngland.uk/donations/ to find out more. It is only through the generosity of our listeners that we are able to be a Christian voice by your side.

The Roman Catechism of Trent (RCT) p.178-186. The Sacraments, ep. 8 -My Site: www.padreperegrino.org -Telegram: https://t.me/padreperegrino -Emergency baptism for lay people to do: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oOY3cDtF4gA

Dr. Brandon Wanless serves as an assistant professor of dogmatic theology at The Saint Paul Seminary after earning his Master of Arts in Theology there in 2015. He spent three years as an adjunct professor at Ave Maria University, Florida (2016-2018), and five years as an upper school theology teacher at St. Agnes School in St. Paul.Wanless has organized and delivered numerous lectures and presentations. He has written also on everything from St. Thomas Aquinas' reflections on the virtue of justice to the Blessed Mother's place throughout salvation history. Much of his work features Aquinas, one of the patrons on the seminary and university campus.He is a founding member of the Sacra Doctrina Project and received a Young Scholar's Award from the American Catholic Philosophical Association in 2016. He is also a member of the Fellowship of Catholic Scholars and the American Academy of Religion.The St. Paul resident and married father of six received his B.A. in philosophy from St. Mary's University in Winona and his Ph.D. in theology from Ave Maria University.

The messenger becomes the message.

The messenger becomes the message.

https://www.salemtabernacle.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/christian-hope.jpg April 9, 2025 – Confirmation Class – 14 – The sacraments and the Christian hope false no 49:30 Salem Tabernacle

Thank you for joining us! The topic of this episode ranks among the top 30 most asked questions about the Catholic Faith. Our Great Pope, St. John Paul II said this topic should never be considered the Catholic Divorce. The topic we are discussing during this show is "Annulment". Join our team and guest, Alison Howard, as they cover the true meaning of annulment and the process to see if your marriage qualifies for an annulment. Links mentioned in show:www.diolaf.org/tribunal

In this episode, we continue our Lenten book study and focus on chapter 9 and the conclusion. We reflect on the goodness of God and why we need not be afraid even when we do not understand what He is doing or how He is working in our lives. We also talk about how the Holy Spirit is like a salve to the wounds in our life, the importance of taking the authority we've been given by God, and why hungering and thirsting for God allows us to grow in intimacy with Him.   Heather's One Thing - Healing Prayers and Renunciations by Dr. Bob Schuchts Sister Miriam's One Thing - Mango Salsa Recipe Michelle's One Thing - The Way of Love by Marie Miller   Journal Questions: How can I make Jubilee a lifestyle? How does my heart respond to the unexpected works and movements of the Holy Spirit? Where in my life do I need to welcome the Holy Spirit? Where does the Lord want to liberate me?   Discussion Questions: How can you embrace the spirit of Jubilee and not the letter of Jubilee? How will you embrace the sacraments, pilgrimages, and indulgences this year? Where in your heart do you feel like you need to be cautious and protective with the Lord? What are the things in your life filling you with a false satiation? What are the graces you've received this Lent?   Quote to Ponder: “For that reason, the Jubilee 2025 is a highly appropriate time for individuals and communities to enter more deeply into the life of the Holy Spirit.” (Jesus and the Jubilee, John Bergsma, Page 111)   “What are some practical steps to bring jubilee into our hearts? How do we embrace the Spirit of jubilee and not the letter of jubilee? How do we make good use of 2025 and the years following? How do we make jubilee a lifestyle? How do we sustain liberty? There are three simple answers: sacraments, pilgrimages, and indulgences.” (Jesus and the Jubilee, John Bergsma, Page 113) Scripture for Lectio: "Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom.” (2 Corinthians 3:17)   Sponsor - West Coast Catholic: If you want to create a beautiful Catholic home or you're looking for that perfect Catholic gift, but struggle to find pieces that match your modern aesthetic then you have just found the perfect brand for your life and home. West Coast Catholic is a Catholic lifestyle brand that creates beautiful faith filled lifestyle products and prayer tools that bring an essence of Heaven to your everyday life. From rosaries to home goods, jewelry, apparel, devotionals and more, all of their products are made to draw you closer to God and are uniquely designed with a modern aesthetic so you don't have to compromise your personal style when incorporating faith into your life. Whether you're shopping for Easter or Mothers Day coming up or other events like weddings, sacraments and birthdays, — West Coast Catholic has the most beautiful and meaningful gifts designed to inspire and equip you to live a faith-filled life. So head over to westcoastcatholic.co to explore the shop, and use code ABIDE10 for 10% off your order! And be sure to follow along on Instagram at @westcoastcatholic and their founder Mari @mari.c.wagner for more faith-filled inspiration.   Timestamps:  00:00 - West Coast Catholic 01:30 - Intro 02:06 - Welcome 05:20 - Scripture Verse and Guiding Quote 06:20 - The Holy Spirit 08:40 - A Salve to Our Wounds 10:28 - He is Good 12:28 - In the School of the Holy Spirit 14:23 - Sacraments, Pilgrimages, and Indulgences 18:31 - Taking Authority 20:30 - Are We Hungry Enough? 22:44 - Stirring Up Hunger 24:44 - The Price of Liberation 27:40 - Graces Received During Lent 29:09 - One Things

SummaryIn this conversation, Teresa Yanaros shares her transformative journey from the New Age movement to Catholicism, detailing her experiences with the occult and the importance of understanding spiritual practices. She emphasizes the dangers of syncretism and the blending of beliefs in modern spirituality, advocating for a clear Christian worldview and the role of sacraments in healing and deliverance. Teresa provides insights into how to engage with loved ones involved in the occult and stresses the need for discernment in spiritual practices.Takeaways* Teresa Yanaros transitioned from New Age beliefs to Catholicism after realizing the dangers of the occult.* The occult is defined as engaging with demonic spirits, often through invocation or evocation.* The New Age movement is characterized by self-centered practices that can lead to spiritual deception.* Worldview shapes our beliefs and actions; a Christian worldview is essential for discernment.* Sacraments, especially confession, play a crucial role in healing from occult practices.* Many people involved in the New Age have underlying trauma they are trying to address.* Syncretism is prevalent today, with many Christians blending beliefs from different spiritual practices.* Awareness of the occult's influence is necessary for spiritual safety and growth.* Engaging with loved ones in the occult requires love, boundaries, and knowledge.* Resources are available for those seeking to understand and escape the occult.I cannot recommend this new book from Sophia Institute Press by Teresa Yanaros enough! My conversation with Teresa was great, but her book is so helpful! Even if you have not dabbled in the occult (you probably have and don't know it), you will still be edified and inspired by this book!Buy a copy today! - https://sophiainstitute.com/product/freedom-from-darknessThanks for listening to Good Distinctions! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.gooddistinctions.com

The Fundamentals - St. Mark Houston

Love for God and love for neighbor go hand in hand.

Love for God and love for neighbor go hand in hand.

“Not This Man, But Barabbas!”

“Not This Man, But Barabbas!”

In this episode, Father Pat Collins look at the Church as mother and teacher. The Church is the community in which Christians receive the word of God, the teachings of the Law of Christ, and the grace of the Sacraments. Christians are united to the Eucharistic Sacrifice of Jesus in such a way that their […] L'articolo Seeking Truth – Fr Pat Collins – the Church as Mother and Teacher proviene da Radio Maria.

Father Alan Hoffa joins Patrick to discuss the Gospel for the 5th Sunday of Lent (4:56) Jesus Wants to remind us of our personhood (8:14) What is Jesus doing with and for this woman (9:41) Father Reads the Gospel. (18:57) Break 1 (23:26) John - What struck me was Go and sin no more...that's a hard thing to do. At least for me. (29:03) – Pharisees keep people from coming back to the Sacraments and the Church. When people put on that exterior persona, people think that they are not perfect like those people so why bother. (3:32) Break 2 (41:12) – When we encounter Jesus our lives become different. My life is different now. Let your word transform my heart in the way that I need it now. That disposition allows the word of God to penetrate our hearts and transform us. (45:27) – Carolyn - I feel like one of the Pharisees, when it comes to judging. My husband was an adulterer, and I'm working on forgiving and more so forgiving the woman.

The hymn we study this weekend was written by Timothy Dwight, a Reformed pastor and teacher at the time of the founding of our country. He was the grandson of revivalist, Jonathan Edwards, and a scholar by his own right. He was known by George Washington, and the President of Yale University.  This is the only hymn that we have by Dwight in our hymnal, and sadly, some of the greater verses have been dropped out of other hymnals to make in more palatable to modern sensitivities (notably verses 3 and 6). It is found in the "Communion of Saints" section of our hymnal and is full of Biblical imagery for the church. The church, or the communion of saints, all believers, is referred to as "her" based on the picture of the church as the Bride of Christ (Ephesians 5). The hymn is a reminder that every Christian is a part of the whole of God's church. We are connected, not only to God, but also to one another. Because of this we join together in prayer and praise and encourage and support one another with our prayers as well as support. It is also through the visible church that the LORD imparts His gifts to His people through the "blest communion" and the Word by which God make rich promises to us of forgiveness and life, and in response we make promises to Him to be faithful to Him and in our use of His gifts. We dare not abuse His altar either by neglect or by aggression against Him or His people.  The hymn points us to Jesus as our Redeemer, as True God, our Savior and the victory He has secured for us over our enemies. So we declare His word of Truth in confidence of His return on the Last Day and our joyful reunion with Him and all His people for eternity! Isaiah says “The grass withers, the flower fades, But the word of our God stands forever” (Isaiah 40:8). As sure as we are that God's Word of Truth will last, we can also be certain that the church will finally inherit the eternal life Jesus came to win.  Join us this weekend as join together with our fellow believers to rejoice in God's gift of the CHURCH, both the fellowship that we have with Him through His Word and Sacraments, and the fellowship that He had created between believers united in faith and confession. What great blessings are ours! May the LORD bless your hymns of praise and thanksgiving to the True God this weekend!

In this episode of The Healing Power of the Sacraments, Aidan Byrne answers a listener's question on ‘freedom being illusive'. He finishes his look at the fifth commandment by outlining the Catholic Catechism's stance on cruel practices. He then moves on to the sixth commandment. L'articolo E86 | Healing Power of the Sacraments – Aidan Byrne – In Lent, fast from Vice and feast on Virtue – the sixth Commandment proviene da Radio Maria.

There is Only One Good Son

There is Only One Good Son

We Believe - The Doctrine of the Sacraments - Jesse Webb by Every Nation Rosebank

We Believe - The Doctrine of the Sacraments - Simon Lerefolo by Every Nation Rosebank

The Roman Catechism of Trent (RCT) p.170s. The Sacraments, ep. 7. -Emergency baptism by me: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oOY3cDtF4gA -Donate: https://www.padreperegrino.org/donate/ -Telegram: https://t.me/padreperegrino -CNA invalid 1: https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/45574/detroit-man-thought-he-was-a-priest-he-wasnt-even-a-baptized-catholic -CNA invalid 2: https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/45849/invalidly-baptized-oklahoma-priest-baptized-and-re-ordained%C2%A0

A listener named Jim asks Father Dave about Sunday Mass readings during Lent. Jim says, “At Mass [on the Third Sunday of Lent], I was expecting the Gospel to be from Luke about the fig tree, but the actual Gospel that was read was from John about [the woman at the well.] Why would that change?”  

The Episcopal Church and the Anglican Church share a common origin, but over time, differences in theology, practice, and leadership have led to a significant split. In this episode, Pastor Jeff and Tiffany revisit their recent conversation with Reverend Greg Kronz to debrief what makes these two denominations distinct and why thousands of churches chose to leave the Episcopal tradition and form the Anglican Church in North America.

In this fourth of a six-part Lenten series, Carry Your Cross, Fr. Andrew continues a discussion of Matthew 16:13-28 regarding how prayer, sacraments, and service shape our lives as disciples of Jesus Christ. March 27, 2025 - Cathedral of Christ the King - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

recast of an episode aired 11-2-2020 We talk today about the life blood of the Church. The Sacraments are the very heart of the Church and their use are vital to her people. Join the conversation as we continue to talk about the Augsburg Confession.

St. Peter Damian (1007 - 1072 AD) was an advisor to, and sometimes corrector of, Popes, Emperors, and Kings. Through his writings he was a reformer of the clergy, and the monasteries, especially calling out and confronting immorality among the clergy. He was a member of the first college of cardinals as we know it today, and took part in wrestling away from royals and nobles the power to appoint Popes, restoring the process of papal elections.  Links Listen to the Catholic Culture audio book of St. Peter Damian's The Lord Be With You: https://www.catholicculture.org/commentary/st-peter-damian-lord-be-with-you/ Listen to previous episodes of The Way of the Fathers on the subject of the validity of the Sacraments: Episode 4.8 - Novatian: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly (Part 1: The Good): https://www.catholicculture.org/commentary/48-novatian-good-bad-ugly-pt-1-good/ Episode 4.9 - Novatian: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly (Part 2: The Bad and the Ugly): https://www.catholicculture.org/commentary/49-novatian-part-2-bad-and-ugly/ Pope St. Stephen and the Sacraments: https://www.catholicculture.org/commentary/pope-st-stephen-and-sacraments/ Fr. Owen J. Blum's Dissertation - St. Peter Damian: His Teaching on the Spiritual Life: https://www.faithandfamily.pub/st-peter-damian-his-teaching-on-the-spiritual-life/ SIGN UP for Catholic Culture's Newsletter:  https://www.catholicculture.org/newsletters/ DONATE at:  http://www.catholicculture.org/donate/audio Dr. Papandrea's Homepage:  http://www.jimpapandrea.com Dr. Papandrea's YouTube channel, The Original Church: https://www.youtube.com/@TheOriginalChurch To ask questions, make comments, or interact with Dr. Papandrea, join the conversation in the Original Church Community: https://theoriginalchurch.locals.com/ Theme Music: Gaudeamus (Introit for the Feast of All Saints), sung by Jeff Ostrowski. Courtesy of Corpus Christi Watershed:  https://www.ccwatershed.org/  

Homily of Fr. Michael P. O'Connor from Mass on March 24, 2025 at Our Lady of the Gulf Catholic Church in Bay St. Louis, MS. Referenced Readings: 2 Kgs 5:1-15ab Lk 4:24-30

Read Online“‘For three years now I have come in search of fruit on this fig tree but have found none. So cut it down. Why should it exhaust the soil?' He said to him in reply, ‘Sir, leave it for this year also, and I shall cultivate the ground around it and fertilize it; it may bear fruit in the future. If not you can cut it down.'” Luke 13:7–9Imagine for a moment that you were the owner of the orchard in which this fig tree was planted. After the gardener asked you to wait for one more year and promised to fertilize the unfruitful fig tree and cultivate the ground around it, you agreed. Then imagine coming to inspect that same fig tree the next year. Imagine three scenarios. First, what would you do if, once again, there were no figs present? Second, what if there were only a few figs? Third, what if the tree suddenly produced an abundance of good fruit?It seems clear that in the first scenario, if for the fourth year in a row not a single fig was produced, it would be time to cut down the tree. This depicts the justice of God sent forth on those who obstinately resist His grace. In the second scenario, the decision might be more difficult. If the tree produced only a few figs for the first time, then perhaps that would provide enough hope for the future of that tree to ask the gardener to continue caring for it. This depicts those who are in a state of grace but are still lazy in their service of the will of God. In the third scenario, however, the reaction of the owner of the orchard would be clear. There would be much excitement and gratitude that the gardener's good work paid off.Jesus is the Gardener, and we are the fig tree. This parable should lead us to look at our lives and examine whether or not we bear good fruit for the Kingdom of Heaven. Jesus comes to you to cultivate the soil of your heart, fertilizing it with His holy Word, watering it with His Sacraments and doing all He can to give you the opportunity to produce the fruit of charity in your life. How successful are these actions of our Lord in your life?Too often, when we see only a little good fruit being borne from our lives, we are satisfied. And though any good fruit is good, we are wasting our lives if we do not do all we can to become as abundantly fruitful as possible. Imagine the joy in the Hearts of our Lord and the Father in Heaven if they were to look upon you and see good fruit being produced beyond expectation. Why wouldn't this be your goal in life? Our Lord is patient, but He is also just. Do not try His patience, and do not succumb to His justice. Reflect, today, upon the image of you being this fig tree and our Lord as the divine Gardener. Commit yourself to His actions of tilling and fertilizing. You do so by strengthening your commitment to reading and understanding the Word of God, by participating more fully in the Sacraments, by being more focused upon your daily prayer, by examining your conscience more fully, and by sincerely confessing your sins. Do all you can to cooperate with the action of our divine Gardener and you will be amazed at the good fruit that begins to pour forth from your life. My divine Gardener, You have committed Yourself to the humble work of tilling the soil of my heart and fertilizing it with Your abundant mercy. I choose, this day, to respond to Your grace and pray that my cooperation with You will produce an abundance of good fruit in my life for Your glory and the building up of Your Kingdom. Jesus, I trust in You.Image: The Vine Dresser and the Fig Tree (Le vigneron et le figuier) - James Tissot, Image via picyrlSource of content: catholic-daily-reflections.comCopyright © 2025 My Catholic Life! Inc. All rights reserved. Used with permission via RSS feed.