Podcast appearances and mentions of Saint John

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If you have been wanting to know more about the mysterious Black Madonna, this episode is for you! Last week I shared the amazing book, The Black Madonna, Mysterious Soul Companion by Stephanie Georgieff. This week we dive deeper as I share this special interview with the author herself and hear about her own miraculous journey with the Black Madonna! Let me tell you a bit about her:  Stephanie Georgieff is a podcaster, author and speaker whose works surround the Divine Feminine through an Anthroposophical lens. She has led workshops and participated in Anthroposophical and Christian Community Conferences in North America, Europe, the United Kingdom and Southern Africa. Author of several books on The Black Madonna and The Virgin of Guadalupe, Georgieff now resides in Southwestern Bulgaria where she is serving with The International Fellowship of Saint John. She works with Roma in the region and manages the foundation guest house which hosts visiting mission teams from North America, the United Kingdom and Europe. Georgieff can be heard through her weekly podcast The Black Madonna Speaks available wherever one accesses their programs. In this episode, she shares her own journey of discovering the Black Madonna and the miraculous things she has learned and witnessed over the years. We also discuss the connection with Mary Magdalene, especially all through the Camino de Santiago in Spain.  I hope this interview inspires you as much as it inspired me!  Ps- if you want the link to her book, click here for the show notes  And to listen to it in her own voice, click here for a FREE 30 Day Trial to Audible.com!    Key Learnings: The Black Madonnas pre-date Christianity. They are based on the original mother image from Africa, the Great Cosmic Mother, the darkness from which all life emerges. The two patron saints of the Camino de Santiago in Spain are St. James the greater and St. Mary Magdalene. James represents the inner path, Mary Magdalene represents the outer path, the sensual path, the path of nature. The Black Madonnas want to be seen. Go on pilgrimage to visit them, and see them with your own eyes. This is the path of the Black Madonna.    “The path of the Black Madonna is a never-ending journey!” Stephanie Georgieff   To purchase the book The Black Madonna – Mysterious Soul Companion, click here Click here to find out more the Black Madonna Speaks podcast and her books I recommend listening to her book! Click here for a FREE 30 Day Trial of Audible Click here to join the Magnify Your Miracles membership If you love the image on the wall behind me of Mother Mary Blessing the World, you can order your own museum quality copy at www.deepaliu.com

April 13, 2025 ~ “Spin on Golf” is back for the 2025 season! WJR Senior Sports Analyst Steve Courtney is joined by golf pros Jordan Young and Brian Cairns live from The Cardinal at Saint John's Resort to spotlight the drama of Masters weekend and Rory McIlroy's Grand Slam pursuit. Listen as special guest, Eastern Michigan University Assistant Golf Coach Caterina Don, offers her firsthand insights into the nuances of the Augusta National course.

Read Online“Blessed is the king who comes in the name of the Lord. Peace in heaven and glory in the highest.” Some of the Pharisees in the crowd said to him, “Teacher, rebuke your disciples.” He said in reply, “I tell you, if they keep silent, the stones will cry out!” Luke 19:38–40At the foot of the Mount of Olives was the Garden of Gethsemane where Jesus agonized in prayer and was arrested. But several days before that happened, our Lord crossed over that hill next to the Mount of Olives with His Apostles and then approached the slope heading toward the Garden. As He descended, He encountered “the whole multitude of his disciples” who “began to praise God aloud with joy for all the mighty deeds they had seen.” They then cried out: “Blessed is the king who comes in the name of the Lord. Peace in heaven and glory in the highest.” They met Him within eyeshot of the gate of the city of Jerusalem. This must have left the Twelve in amazement.Among those who were amazed were the Pharisees. But they were not amazed with joy. Their amazement was caused by envy and led to condemnation. Jesus' response was very clear: “I tell you, if they keep silent, the stones will cry out!” That begs the question: If these disciples had not offered our Lord this glorious welcome, would the stones truly have cried out? Most certainly they would have! They did so just several days later after Jesus had been abandoned by the crowds.Recall that when Jesus was crucified, almost every one of these disciples abandoned Him. They fled in fear. Even most of the Twelve ran and hid. Only our Blessed Mother, Saint John and a few others remained. Therefore, when Jesus died on the Cross, abandoned by the crowds, this prophecy of His came true. “And behold, the veil of the sanctuary was torn in two from top to bottom. The earth quaked, rocks were split, tombs were opened, and the bodies of many saints who had fallen asleep were raised” (Matthew 27:51–52).We must never keep silent in praise and worship of God. There is an important lesson to learn from these two moments from that first Holy Week. At the beginning, as Jesus entered Jerusalem with much excitement, there were many who offered Him praise. It's easy to give praise and glory to God when it is popular and when many others are doing so. Contrast this with the end of Holy Week when Jesus was persecuted and killed. Suddenly, praise and open acclamations were not that popular. Fear had the effect of silencing the crowds and ending their worship of our Lord. For that reason, the stones did cry out and the earth quaked. As we enter this Holy Week, consider whether you are more like the “whole multitude” of Jesus' disciples who praised Him when it was easy and popular, or whether you are more like our Blessed Mother and Saint John who remained faithful to Him when it was anything but popular to do so. Do you persevere in your praise and adoration of God during difficult times? Or do you allow fear of what others may say, fear of rejection and other forms of humiliation to deter you from your sacred calling? Reflect, today, upon these two contrasting moments of that first Holy Week. Join, today, with the crowds as they acclaim Jesus as King. As you do, turn your eyes to the King Whom you worship. Choose to follow Him to His betrayal, His suffering and His death. Commit yourself to fidelity, especially when it is hard to do so. Do not waver in your commitment. Look at the love in the heart of Jesus' own mother and pray to her that you will have the courage she had to remain faithful to our Lord, lest the stones be forced to cry out in your place. Most glorious King, You were fittingly worshiped and adored as You entered Jerusalem for the Feast of Passover. I commit myself to that adoration and praise, and I pray that I will honor and love You, not only when it is easy but also when it is unpopular. May I never allow fear to deter me from my love of You and follow You all the way to the glorious throne of Your Cross. Jesus, I trust in You.  Image via Adobe StockSource of content: catholic-daily-reflections.comCopyright © 2025 My Catholic Life! Inc. All rights reserved. Used with permission via RSS feed.

After Completing the First 5 Weeks of Lent: Preparing for the Actual Mystery of Holy Week: Lenten Conference #6 Entering the Mystery: A Journey Through Holy Week This is Part 1 of this conference, given just before Holy Week. The conference delves deeply into the liturgical, historical, and spiritual significance of the days leading up to and including the Triduum: Palm Sunday, Holy Thursday, Good Friday, and the beginning of the Easter celebration. Key themes include: • The centrality of Easter Sunday in Christian life, considered the most important holy day from which all others flow. • Palm Sunday of the Lord's Passion, highlighting the liturgy's symbolic movements and how they transition the faithful from celebration to solemnity. • The significance of movement and ritual, such as the procession and the use of physical gestures like kneeling and walking to mirror spiritual journeys. • Holy Thursday, particularly the Mass of the Lord's Supper, the institution of the Eucharist, the washing of feet, and the transition from Lent into the Paschal Triduum. • Good Friday, emphasizing the unique nature of the day—its silence, absence of the Mass, and focus on the priesthood and sacrifice of Christ. The reflection weaves theological insight with liturgical instruction, urging the faithful to enter into the mysteries of the Passion with body, mind, and spirit. Listen to this Lenten Season Friday Devotional Conference: Listen to Part 1 … After Completing the First 5 Weeks of Lent: Preparing for the Actual Mystery of Holy Week: Lenten Conference #6 -------------------------------------------- image: Christ of St. John of The Cross: Spanish Painter: Salvador Dalí: 1951 The painting is known as the Christ of Saint John of the Cross, because its design is based on a drawing by the 16th-century Spanish friar John of the Cross. Note: This is a low-resolution picture for copyright purposes. -------------------------------------------- Note: This marks the Sixth and Final Friday of the current Lenten Season, featuring special formation conferences covering a range of seasonal topics. Select the Friday Lenten Season Link below to see all conferences captured to date. -------------------------------------------- This Audo is Part 1 of 2.

After Completing the First 5 Weeks of Lent: Preparing for the Actual Mystery of Holy Week: Lenten Conference #6: Part 2 In Silence and Fire: Encountering Christ in the Holy Days This is Part 2 of this conference, given just before Holy Week. This conference continues by capturing a rich and passionate reflection on the liturgical depth and spiritual symbolism of the Good Friday and Easter celebrations within the Catholic Church. We are led within a powerful journey through the Paschal Triduum, beginning with the veiling and gradual unveiling of the crucifix during the Good Friday liturgy. This ritual highlights the unfolding mystery of Christ's passion, encouraging believers to first understand, pray, and unite their hearts with Jesus' sacrificial love before visually encountering the cross. The Good Friday Liturgy The Good Friday liturgy is marked by solemn intercessions for all humanity, affirming the universal reach of Christ's redemptive act. The veneration of the single crucifix serves as a profound moment of communal reverence, underscoring the singularity of Christ's sacrifice. The Easter Vigil is celebrated with grandeur and symbolism—starting with the blessing of a new fire and the lighting of the Paschal candle, representing the risen Christ. Through light, scripture, and sacramental renewal, the liturgy transitions the faithful from darkness to light, death to resurrection. This includes the renewal of baptismal vows and the sprinkling with holy water, symbolically cleansing the ashes of Lent and marking spiritual rebirth. The Church also reflects on the value of sitting in silence before an empty tabernacle on Holy Saturday morning, recognizing the rare spiritual weight of absence. The entire experience is portrayed as an invitation to deeper renewal, awareness, and joyful participation in the mysteries of faith. Listen to this Lenten Season Friday Devotional Conference: Listen to Part 2 … After Completing the First 5 Weeks of Lent: Preparing for the Actual Mystery of Holy Week: Lenten Conference #6 ------------------------------------------------------ Image: Christ of St. John of The Cross: Spanish Painter: Salvador Dalí: 1951 The painting is known as the Christ of Saint John of the Cross, because its design is based on a drawing by the 16th-century Spanish friar John of the Cross. Note: This is a low-resolution picture for copyright purposes. ------------------------------------------------------ Note: This marks the Sixth and Final Friday of the current Lenten Season, featuring special formation conferences covering a range of seasonal topics. Select the Friday Lenten Season Link below to see all conferences captured to date. ------------------------------------------------------ Part 2 of 2

+ Holy Gospel according to Saint John 11: 45 – 57 Now many of the Jews who had come to Mary and seen what he had done began to believe in him. But some of them went to the Pharisees and told them what Jesus had done.So the chief priests and the Pharisees convened the Sanhedrin and said, "What are we going to do? This man is performing many signs. If we leave him alone, all will believe in him, and the Romans will come and take away both our land and our nation."But one of them, Caiaphas, who was high priest that year, said to them, "You know nothing, nor do you consider that it is better for you that one man should die instead of the people, so that the whole nation may not perish."He did not say this on his own, but since he was high priest for that year, he prophesied that Jesus was going to die for the nation, and not only for the nation, but also to gather into one the dispersed children of God.So from that day on they planned to kill him. So Jesus no longer walked about in public among the Jews, but he left for the region near the desert, to a town called Ephraim, and there he remained with his disciples.Now the Passover of the Jews was near, and many went up from the country to Jerusalem before Passover to purify themselves. They looked for Jesus and said to one another as they were in the temple area, "What do you think? That he will not come to the feast?" For the chief priests and the Pharisees had given orders that if anyone knew where he was, he should inform them, so that they might arrest him.The Gospel of the Lord

We are in week 3 of the Canadian Federal Election and we are excited to interview Karen Ludwig, Liberal Candidate for Saint John- St. Croix, New Brunswick's newest riding. 

+ Holy Gospel according to Saint John 8: 51 – 59Jesus said to the Jews:“Amen, amen, I say to you, whoever keeps my word will never see death."(So) the Jews said to him, "Now we are sure that you are possessed. Abraham died, as did the prophets, yet you say, 'Whoever keeps my word will never taste death.' Are you greater than our father Abraham, who died? Or the prophets, who died? Who do you make yourself out to be?"Jesus answered, "If I glorify myself, my glory is worth nothing; but it is my Father who glorifies me, of whom you say, 'He is our God.' You do not know him, but I know him. And if I should say that I do not know him, I would be like you a liar. But I do know him and I keep his word. Abraham your father rejoiced to see my day; he saw it and was glad.So the Jews said to him, "You are not yet fifty years old and you have seen Abraham?"Jesus said to them, "Amen, amen, I say to you, before Abraham came to be, I AM."So they picked up stones to throw at him; but Jesus hid and went out of the temple area.The Gospel of the Lord

In our first Mentor Series pairing, Chuck Runyon, co-founder of Anytime Fitness, the world's largest fitness franchise chain, and its parent company Purpose Brands (formerly Self Esteem Brands), which includes Orangetheory Fitness, Waxing the City, and several other franchise businesses in beauty and fitness talks about transitioning out the CEO role to board chair. He offers advice to Melanie Richards, founder and CEO of goGLOW. Richards started her spray tan business in 2011 and with seven corporate stores open, she started franchising in 2024. Now with 78 units sold across the country, Richards is navigating the change from scrappy founder to leader of a national brand. Plus: Office Hours wtih the College of Saint Benedict and Saint John's University. Economics professor Louis Johnston offers advice to founders on knowing what you're best at, what to hire out, and the importance of telling the story of your business.

This week on Stageworthy, host Phil Rickaby speaks with actor, director, and casting professional Mariel Kathryn Hunter. Based in Saint John, New Brunswick, Mariel has worked extensively in theatre, film, and television, both as a performer and behind the scenes. Mariel shares her journey from Saint John to Vancouver and back, discussing how an unexpected dream pushed her to pursue acting. She also talks about her work in casting, her approach to directing, and why storytelling is essential in regional theatre. This episode explores: How a vivid dream convinced Mariel to become an actor. Her experiences in Vancouver's theatre and film industry. Why she chose to return to Saint John to continue her work in the arts. The challenges and rewards of directing in a smaller theatre community. The importance of mentorship and supporting emerging artists. Her insights into casting and helping actors bring their best performances. Guest:

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+ Holy Gospel according to Saint John 8: 1 – 11Jesus went to the Mount of Olives. But early in the morning he arrived again in the temple area, and all the people started coming to him, and he sat down and taught them.Then the scribes and the Pharisees brought a woman who had been caught in adultery and made her stand in the middle. They said to him, "Teacher, this woman was caught in the very act of committing adultery. Now in the law, Moses commanded us to stone such women. So what do you say?" They said this to test him, so that they could have some charge to bring against him. Jesus bent down and began to write on the ground with his finger.But when they continued asking him, he straightened up and said to them, "Let the one among you who is without sin be the first to throw a stone at her." Again he bent down and wrote on the ground.And in response, they went away one by one, beginning with the elders. So he was left alone with the woman before him.Then Jesus straightened up and said to her, "Woman, where are they? Has no one condemned you?"She replied, "No one, sir." Then Jesus said, "Neither do I condemn you. Go, (and) from now on do not sin any more."The Gospel of the Lord.

+ Holy Gospel according to Saint John 7: 40 – 53 Some in the crowd who heard these words said, "This is truly the Prophet." Others said, "This is the Messiah." But others said, "The Messiah will not come from Galilee, will he? Does not scripture say that the Messiah will be of David's family and come from Bethlehem, the village where David lived?" So a division occurred in the crowd because of him. Some of them even wanted to arrest him, but no one laid hands on him.So the guards went to the chief priests and Pharisees, who asked them, "Why did you not bring him?"The guards answered, "Never before has anyone spoken like this one."So the Pharisees answered them, "Have you also been deceived? Have any of the authorities or the Pharisees believed in him? But this crowd, which does not know the law, is accursed."Nicodemus, one of their members who had come to him earlier, said to them, "Does our law condemn a person before it first hears him and finds out what he is doing?"They answered and said to him, "You are not from Galilee also, are you? Look and see that no prophet arises from Galilee."Then each went to his own house.The Gospel of the Lord

Mary at the Foot of The Cross: Lenten Conference #5 The conference reflects on Mary at the Foot of The Cross, encouraging believers to deepen their relationship with God as Easter approaches. The listeners are invited to examine their spiritual progress and open their hearts to God's love, mercy, and presence. The meditation draws parallels between three biblical moments involving Mary: -1- The Wedding at Cana – where Mary initiates Jesus' public ministry by asking him to perform his first miracle. -2- Calvary (The Cross) – where Mary stands by Jesus during his crucifixion, showing total obedience and love. -3- The Garden of Eden – where sin entered the world through the disobedience of Adam and Eve, which is reversed by the obedience of Jesus (the new Adam) and Mary (the new Eve) on the Cross. Mary's presence at both Cana and Calvary highlights her symbolic and spiritual role. At Cana, she helps bring joy through wine; at Calvary, she participates in the ultimate sacrifice as Jesus gives himself—and his mother—to humanity. Mary and the Eucharist The meditation also explores the deep connection between Mary and the Eucharist. As the mother of Jesus, Mary is called the “Woman of the Eucharist” by St. John Paul II. Just as she bore Jesus physically, she invites us to receive him spiritually in the Eucharist. Her fiat (“let it be done”) is echoed when we say “Amen” during Communion, accepting Jesus into our lives. The reflection ends with a poetic hymn about Mary's Sorrow at the Cross, inviting believers to share in her suffering and love, and to live lives of deeper faith and union with Christ. Listen to this Lenten Season Friday Devotional Conference: Listen to … Mary at the Foot of The Cross: Lenten Conference #5 ------------------------------------------------- image: Christ of St. John of The Cross: Spanish Painter: Salvador Dalí: 1951 The painting is known as the Christ of Saint John of the Cross, because its design is based on a drawing by the 16th-century Spanish friar John of the Cross. Note: This is a low-resolution picture for copyright purposes. ------------------------------------------------- Note: This marks the Fifth Friday of the current Lenten Season, featuring special formation conferences covering a range of seasonal topics. Select the Friday Lenten Season Link below to see all conferences captured to date.

Somali blues & American gospel have a conversation in a show coming to the St. Thomas University campus (St. Paul) Sunday, April 6 and Saint John's University (Collegeville) April 27. Bobby Vandell spoke with the organizers JD Steele, Ahmed Yusuf and Beck Lee. Details at https://culturalfluencyinitiative.org/events/

Somali blues & American gospel have a conversation in a show coming to the St. Thomas University campus (St. Paul) Sunday, April 6 and Saint John's University (Collegeville) April 27. Bobby Vandell spoke with the organizers JD Steele, Ahmed Yusuf and Beck Lee. Details at https://culturalfluencyinitiative.org/events/

Saint John Hunt is the eldest son of "super-spy" E. Howard Hunt, a 27-year career C.I.A. covert agent and Foreign Station Chief, most well-known as the Leader / Director of the White House "plumbers" black bag team, who's botched burglary & arrest led to the impeachment & resignation of then President Richard Nixon.E. Howard Hunt, who passed away in January at the age of 88, was also involved in many of the C.I.A.'s most nefarious operations in Cuba and throughout Central & South America, including but not limited to the assassination of Che Guevara, assassination of Allende and coup in Chile, the coup in Guatemala, the orchestration of the Bay of Pigs, and plots to assassinate Fidel Castro. He is considered by many investigators to be one of the 3 "tramps" intercepted, detained, photographed and released without arrest or charges near the grassy knoll at the Dealy Plaza scene of the assassination of President John F. Kennedy.Even more significant, Hunt had direct knowledge of the planning, particulars, participants and motives in the J.F.K assassination and has confided and entrusted this information and documentation to his son Saint John.Following the Watergate debacle, Saint John's father was sentenced to and served 33 months in Federal prison. Saint's mother Dorothy was killed in an extremely suspicious airplane "accident", while carrying a very large amount of cash to be distributed as hush money to co-conspirators and participants.On the very night of the botched Watergate 'job', Saint John was awakened in the middle of the night and at his father's plea / direction, became an active participant in assisting his father in the disposal of potentially compromising / incriminating evidence from the bungled burglary. Throughout his youth and into early adulthood, Saint John traveled worldwide, as his father pursued his duties as a covert C.I.A. operative. He was his father's proud son and trusted confidante. Hunt's career as a savvy, sophisticated intellectual, yet tough-as-nails team leader & 'can do' covert operative, made him the perfect Hollywood spy "role model" for characters like television's Mission Impossible team leader "Mister Phelps" and the follow-up film series, featuring Tom Cruise as "Ethan Hunt", a thinly veiled reference to Everett Howard Hunt.As the legendary spymaster (now age 88) lay in a Miami hospital bed, dying, his oldest son, Saint John Hunt sat in vigil at his bedside and shared his father's final days. As both a loving, compassionate son and an experienced professional care-provider, Saint spent many hours over the course of those final days at his fathers deathbed-side, and has been entrusted with privileged information, documents, audio recordings and other revealing items & explosive evidence regarding the Kennedy assassination.Saint John Hunt has been interviewed for a feature article on his father's life in the April 5, 2007 edition of "Rolling Stone" magazine, and also by the Los Angeles Times newspaper.He has appeared as a guest with both Ian Punnet and George Noory on "Coast-toCoast AM", with Alex Jones on "Prison Planet", with CNN's Glen Beck, and other broadcast, on-line and print media. (See links below.)Additionally he has recently been interviewed by Jim Moret for television's "Inside Edition" and is set to appear on an upcoming episode of CBS 60 Minutes.Saint John Hunt's new book "Bond of Secrecy" is set for publishing and he has written a screenplay with Eric Hamburg (Screenwriter / Co-Producer with Oliver Stone on the feature film "Nixon") and is in negotiations for production of a feature film about his father's career, their life together and the dark secrets of the C.I.A.In coming forward to discuss his father's career , their unique intimate personal relationship and their bond of secrecy, Saint John Hunt is hopeful that in revealing the in-depth information and evidence he has, he will help provide the critical missing pieces of the puzzle surrounding the Kennedy Assassination.It is his deepest desire that these revelations will bring closure and light upon the darkest chapter of our nations history. A darkness continuing to this very day, which imminently threatens our liberties and future as free Americans.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-opperman-report--1198501/support.

Msgr. Michael Heintz, pastor at Saint Pius X in Granger, Indiana and visiting director of the John S. and Virginia A. Marten program in homiletics and liturgics and Dr. Katharine Harmon, director of the Obsculta Preaching Initiative at Saint John's School of Theology who teaches in the areas of liturgical studies and the history of Christianity. They share their thoughts on the state of preaching in today's Church and provide practical ways the lay faithful can assist and support their parish priests.

PALESTRINA: Misa “Hodie Christus Natus Est” (Parte II) (Reconstrucción hipotética de una misa tal como habría podido oficiarse en la Basílica de Santa Maria Maggiore alrededor de 1620) (23.40). Gabrieli Consort, Gabrieli Players. Dir: P. MacCreesh. Magnificat del Sexto Tono a 7 voces, Op. Póst. (12.19). Coro del Saint John´s College de Cambridge. Dir.: G. Guest. Diffusa est gratia (2.51). Cappella Musicale Pontificia. Dir.: M. Pallombella.Escuchar audio

+ Holy Gospel according to Saint John 5: 31 – 47Jesus said to the Jews:"If I testify on my own behalf, my testimony cannot be verified. But there is another who testifies on my behalf, and I know that the testimony he gives on my behalf is true.You sent emissaries to John, and he testified to the truth. I do not accept testimony from a human being, but I say this so that you may be saved. He was a burning and shining lamp, and for a while you were content to rejoice in his light. But I have testimony greater than John's. The works that the Father gave me to accomplish, these works that I perform testify on my behalf that the Father has sent me. Moreover, the Father who sent me has testified on my behalf. But you have never heard his voice nor seen his form, and you do not have his word remaining in you, because you do not believe in the one whom he has sent.You search the scriptures, because you think you have eternal life through them; even they testify on my behalf. But you do not want to come to me to have life."I do not accept human praise; moreover, I know that you do not have the love of God in you. I came in the name of my Father, but you do not accept me; yet if another comes in his own name, you will accept him. How can you believe, when you accept praise from one another and do not seek the praise that comes from the only God?Do not think that I will accuse you before the Father: the one who will accuse you is Moses, in whom you have placed your hope. For if you had believed Moses, you would have believed me, because he wrote about me. But if you do not believe his writings, how will you believe my words?"The Gospel of the Lord

+ Holy Gospel according to Saint John 5: 17 – 30Jesus answered the Jews, "My Father is at work until now, so I am at work."For this reason the Jews tried all the more to kill him, because he not only broke the sabbath but he also called God his own father, making himself equal to God.Jesus answered and said to them, "Amen, amen, I say to you, a son cannot do anything on his own, but only what he sees his father doing; for what he does, his son will do also. For the Father loves his Son and shows him everything that he himself does, and he will show him greater works than these, so that you may be amazed. For just as the Father raises the dead and gives life, so also does the Son give life to whomever he wishes. Nor does the Father judge anyone, but he has given all judgment to his Son, so that all may honor the Son just as they honor the Father. Whoever does not honor the Son does not honor the Father who sent him. Amen, amen, I say to you, whoever hears my word and believes in the one who sent me has eternal life and will not come to condemnation, but has passed from death to life. Amen, amen, I say to you, the hour is coming and is now here when the dead will hear the voice of the Son of God, and those who hear will live. For just as the Father has life in himself, so also he gave to his Son the possession of life in himself. And he gave him power to exercise judgment, because he is the Son of Man.Do not be amazed at this, because the hour is coming in which all who are in the tombs will hear his voice and will come out, those who have done good deeds to the resurrection of life, but those who have done wicked deeds to the resurrection of condemnation. I cannot do anything on my own; I judge as I hear, and my judgment is just, because I do not seek my own will but the will of the one who sent me”.The Gospel of the Lord

“I couldn't compare myself, so there was no way for me to diminish my own beauty against somebody else's” - Bozoma Saint John When it comes to tapping into your most authentic self, Bozoma Saint John is unmatched. With an exceptionally fruitful career at companies like PepsiCo, Beats, Uber, and now Netflix, one might think that Saint John has always played by the corporate rulebook. That couldn't be further from the truth. With an endless array of bold lipsticks, hairdos, and fits, she is living proof that a Black woman's right to self-expression and beauty doesn't have to deter her right to success. In fact, this is what illuminates it. Tune in for an incredible conversation on Ghanian skincare, rejecting outdated beauty standards, learning when to let go of your job, and so much more. Enjoy!Link to Products/Resources Mentioned: Eve by Boz Hair Line, Ep.154.Olamide Olowe, Säpo Body Sponge, Eucerin (Calming Cream, Original Healing Cream), Revlon High Shine Lipstick, Lancȏme Concealer,Join the Naked Beauty Community on IG and YouTube: @nakedbeautyplanet/ https://www.youtube.com/user/brookedevardCheck out nakedbeautypodcast.com for all previous episodes & search episodes by topicRate, Subscribe & Review the Podcast on Apple Thanks for all the love and support. Tag me while you're listening @nakedbeautyplanet & as always love to hear your thoughts :) Follow Bozoma: @badassbozStay in touch with me: @brookedevard Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Sports Guyz Only, we try to make sense of who exactly the Giants plan to start at QB and make bets on whether or not certain coaches and gm's will lose their jobs after this season. We also talk March Madness, which hasn't had as much madness as we're used to this year and it's got us wondering why. We discuss whether NIL or the transfer portal are partially to blame. Cal eats his take on Saint John's winning it all and we break down coaching hires around the college basketball world. Thanks so much for listening and be sure to subscribe and review! New Waterfowl Film out now! Flooded Timber Duck Hunting in Arkansas Stay comfortable, dry and warm: First Lite (Code MWF20) Go to OnXHunt to be better prepared for your hunt: OnX Learn more about better ammo: Migra Ammunitions Weatherby Sorix: Weatherby Support Conservation: DU (Code: Flyways) Stop saying "Huh?" with better hearing protection: Soundgear Real American Light Beer: Outlaw Beer Live Free: Turtlebox Add motion to your spread: Flashback Better Merch: /SHOP

Coming Down the Pipe... [0:00] - The Season 20 intro for The Pipeline Show [1:12] - First Segment - Guy sets up this week's Playoff Preview with the guest list but a number of NHL player signings of note as well. [8:42] - The OHL Playoffs are previewed with the help of the radio voice of the Sarnia Sting, Terry Doyle. [39:57] - We'll cut the Western Hockey League playoff preview into two chunks beginning with a look at the Eastern Conference with Troy Gillard, the play caller of the Red Deer Rebels. [1:12:33] - To look ahead at the Western Conference of the WHL Playoffs we'll lean on the voice of the Kamloops Blazers, Jon Keen. Also some thoughts on the Penticton Vees joining the league next season. [1:40:23] - We check in on the Quebec Maritime Junior Hockey League playoff picture with the help of Saint John media guy Jamie Tozer of Station Nation. [2:03:24] - Last but not least, Jimmy Connelly from USCHO is back to preview the 16-team NCAA Division 1 Men's National Hockey Championship. We'll go through the full bracket and offer up our predictions.

Canadian Election Day 2: Liberal leader Mark Carney and Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre promise tax cuts, NDP leader Jagmeet Singh promises affordable housing on federal lands. Canadian sovereignty and NATO spending now prominent campaign issues, as US President Donald Trump keeps threatening to annex Canada. US and Russian negotiators meeting in Saudi Arabia today to discuss ceasefire in Ukraine. UN AIDS agency says says there could be 2,000 new HIV infections globally every day due to USAID cuts. South Korea's acting Prime Minister Han Duck-soo's impeachment overturned. Canadian Chamber of Commerce deems Saint John, New Brunswick, most tariff-vulnerable city in the country.

On the phone-in: appliance repair expert Aaron Publicover takes your questions. And off the top of the show, Canadian Chamber of Commerce has found Saint John, N.B. is the most tariff vulnerable city in Canada. We speak to the Saint John Region Chamber of Commerce CEO Shannon Merrifield.

The Seven Last Words of Jesus From The Cross: Lenten Conference #3 From Mercy to Completion: A Journey Through the Seven Last Words This conference is a theological reflection centered on the Seven Last Words of Jesus on the Cross, . . . . . . contemplated as we Prepare Our Hearts for Holy Week observances. This reflection emphasizes the theological and spiritual significance of these words, portraying them not merely as the last utterances of a dying man but as intentional, revelatory statements that encapsulate God's mercy, justice, and salvific plan. Key themes include: * The weight of last words and how they convey enduring significance. * Jesus as the full revelation of God, more than just the Bible as a text. * The Cross as both pulpit and altar, a place of suffering and profound proclamation. * The structure and liturgical framing of Jesus' crucifixion within the hours of prayer, aligning with scriptural tradition. * The seven words reveal both divine truth and human nature, each framed by prayer and deeply meaningful: 1. “Father, forgive them…” – a prayer of mercy. 2. “Today you will be with me in paradise” – a gift of salvation to the repentant. 3. “Woman, behold your son…” – establishing new spiritual relationships. 4. “My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?” – the cry of all human suffering. 5. “I thirst” – expressing a longing to fulfill God's will. 6. “It is finished” – the completion of redemption. 7. “Father, into your hands I commend my spirit” – returning to divine rest. The conference weaves biblical symbolism, liturgical tradition, and pastoral insight, helping us all to understand that these words were not only spoken to those present but continue to speak across time to all humanity. Listen to this Lenten Season Friday Devotional Conference: Listen to … The Seven Last Words of Jesus From The Cross: Lenten Conference #3 ************************************************ Image: Christ of St. John of The Cross: Spanish Painter: Salvador Dalí: 1951 The painting is known as the Christ of Saint John of the Cross, because its design is based on a drawing by the 16th-century Spanish friar John of the Cross. Note: This is a low-resolution picture for copyright purposes. ************************************************ Note: This marks the Third Friday of the current Lenten Season, featuring special formation conferences covering a range of seasonal topics. Select the Friday Lenten Season Link below to see all conferences captured to date. ************************************************ What is the mystery of faith? We proclaim your death and profess your resurrection until you come, …. and there is various formula by which we say that, but the sentiment is all the same. The mystery of faith is the victorious death and resurrection of the Lord who will come again. And so, then if we look at The Cross as the high point of revelation, it is not simply then a matter of saying that's Jesus' suffering for our sins and saving us. It is also recognizing God is saying something to us during The Seven Last Words of Jesus on The Cross!

n this episode of The Sodality of Our Lady Radio Hour, we journey through a rich spiritual reflection on the Lenten season, the Feast of Saint Joseph, and the significance of Saint Patrick. The episode delves into the life of Saint John Ogilvie, a Jesuit martyr who fearlessly pursued his mission in Scotland, and offers […] L'articolo Sodality of Our Lady Radio Hour – The Sodality of Our Lady Radio Hour: Lenten Reflections and Saint John Ogilvy's Mission proviene da Radio Maria.

Today, Saint John's head basketball coach, Rick Pitino, urges you to put the phone away so you can give your undivided attention to others. Leave a lasting impression. You never know who you'll meet.Source: Rick Pitino | Keynote Speaker | 86th National FFA Convention & ExpoHosted by Sean CroxtonFollow me on Instagram

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Dan Schkade is a terrific artist/writer who is currently drawing the Flash Gordon daily strip for King Features. He's also written and drawn a lot of other cool stuff including The Spirit, Battlestar Galactica, Impossible Jones, and his creator-owned titles; Saint John and Lavender Jack. But what you need to know most it's pronounced "SHKah - dee." Like Scotty. Like the dog. Or the Chief Engineer.

In this uplifting episode of Great Practice, Great Life, we explore the transformative power of gratitude with Brother Curtis. He shares profound insights on how shifting our focus from negativity to appreciation can cultivate greater joy, resilience, and fulfillment—especially in today's fast-paced, social media-driven world. Gratitude is more than a fleeting emotion; it's a conscious, daily practice that can reframe our mindset and improve overall well-being. Throughout this conversation, we hear how the transformative power of gratitude extends beyond personal happiness, it also fosters deeper connections and a greater sense of purpose. By making gratitude and service a priority, we unlock an internal source of fulfillment that enhances both personal and professional lives. From recognizing everyday blessings to acknowledging the often-overlooked contributions of others, this discussion sheds light on the rewarding impact of gratitude in leadership, service professions, and personal growth. Brother Curtis also leads a heartfelt meditation session, offering a tangible example of gratitude in action. His wisdom leaves listeners ready to integrate gratitude into their own lives, whether by starting their day on a positive note or expressing appreciation to those who make a difference. In this episode, you will hear: The transformative power of gratitude in counteracting anxiety and stress Developing a conscious, daily gratitude practice to foster joy and mental well-being The role of gratitude and service in generating internal happiness and fulfillment Recognizing and appreciating everyday blessings and often-overlooked contributions The impact of gratitude in service professions and the importance of intentionality and compassion Practices for integrating gratitude into daily life, including beginning and ending the day with gratitude Expressing gratitude to both those often overlooked and leaders, creating meaningful connections Follow and Review: We'd love for you to follow us if you haven't yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We'd love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast. If there's a topic you would like us to cover on an upcoming episode, please email us at steve.riley@atticusadvantage.com. Supporting Resources: Brother Curtis Almquist, SSJE: www.ssje.org/br-curtis-almquist Society of Saint John the Evangelist, Massachusetts: www.ssje.org Episode 101: A Monk, a Lawyer and a President Walk into a Podcast: A Conversation Featuring Brother Curtis: atticusadvantage.com/podcast/a-conversation-featuring-brother-curtis Episode 109: Breaking Free from Envy: Finding Joy and Focus in Your Life with Brother Curtis: atticusadvantage.com/podcast/breaking-free-from-envy-finding-joy-and-focus-in-your-life-with-brother-curtis Episode 116: Breaking Free from Fear: Finding Clarity and Resilience in Your Life with Brother Curtis: atticusadvantage.com/podcast/breaking-free-from-fear-finding-clarity-and-resilience-in-your-life My Great Life Planner: atticusadvantage.com/books/my-great-life-planner Share Your Story on the Great Practice, Great Life Podcast https://atticusadvantage.com/podcast-guest/ Episode Credits If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Emerald City Productions. They helped me grow and produce the podcast you are listening to right now. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com Let them know we sent you.

"In all the teaching of Saint John of the Cross, despite the forbidding features of its radical demands, hides a poet of sanctity who has fallen in love with God, even helplessly so. The Church may call him the Mystical Doctor in recognition of the superlative teaching in his four major treatises; yet the weight of that title is not entirely helpful. He is not proposing a speculative doctrine of mystical ascent to be mastered by careful study and strict application. Abstraction has little place or purpose in his writing, even as he makes every effort to clarify in precise language what may often me impossible lessons to convey to a reader lacking experience of what he is elucidating. Simply reading once through his work will never disclose his teaching adequately. At some point, he has to become a very loved mentor to whom one turns with increasing need over the course of years, or else he slips away quietly and will be forgotten, as he was apparently forgotten by many in his own lifetime. But if he is embraced as a trusted guide, and his direction is accepted, he can become a companion who pushes and prods us to a mysterious, unsettling desire for God, which is only a start toward greater effects over time. If he remains a friend for many years, a hunger and fire in our soul for God far beyond any initial expectation of spiritual pursuit is bound to ignite within us." --Father Donald Haggerty

Today's Topics: 1) "So oddly blatant": Satanic tapestry featured at the World Economic Forum https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2024/02/so-oddly-blatant-satanic-tapestry-featured-world-economic/ 2, 3, 4) Saint John Bosco's vision of hell https://www.churchmilitant.com/news/article/st.-john-boscos-vision-of-hell

Living Lent as People Baptized Into the Death of Christ This reflection opens with prayer and introduces the theme . . . . . . of a spiritual recollection centered on living out our baptism during Lent, particularly as people baptized into Christ's death and resurrection. It draws from Romans 6:3-11, emphasizing that baptism unites us with Christ's death and resurrection, calling us to a new life in God. The talk explores baptism as a pilgrimage—a journey of faith, identity, and spiritual transformation. It highlights the symbolism of water, the power of naming, and the vocation and purpose revealed through our baptismal identity. The name we receive at baptism carries spiritual significance and points to God's dream and calling for us. Through biblical instances like Abraham, Sarah, and Mary, the conference talks about examples that shows how names reflect divine missions. The talk also reflects on baptismal promises, the sign of the cross as a branding of allegiance to Christ, and the continual need to renew and live out our baptismal identity, especially during Lent—a time of repentance, reflection, and rediscovery of spiritual origins. The day of recollection includes prayer, blessing of water, renewal of baptismal vows, and symbolic rituals reminding participants of their Christian identity and mission. Listen to: Living Lent as People Baptized Into the Death of Christ ________________________________________________________ Image: Christ of St. John of The Cross: Spanish Painter: Salvador Dalí: 1951 The painting is known as the Christ of Saint John of the Cross, because its design is based on a drawing by the 16th-century Spanish friar John of the Cross. Note: This is a low-resolution picture for copyright purposes. ________________________________________________________ Note: This marks the Second Friday of the current Lenten Season, featuring special formation conferences covering a range of seasonal topics. The QoAH's website has links to the other conferences.

In this episode of The Sodality of Our Lady Radio Hour, Maria reflects on the Lenten season, the feast of Saint Joseph, and the significance of the patron saint of the month, Saint John Ogilvie. The podcast delves into Saint Ogilvie's conversion from Calvinism to Catholicism, his missionary work, and his eventual martyrdom in Scotland. L'articolo Sodality of Our Lady Radio Hour – Saint Joseph, Saint John Ogilvie, and Devotions to Our Lady: A Lenten Reflection proviene da Radio Maria.

Top o' the mornin' to ye, our little leprechauns! Yes, it's Irish week all over the world and even the International Space Station is painted green this week! This week's guest is Sarah Boland from CHAT, Freedom Tech, and Saint John of God. Sarah will tell us about FreedomTech, which is dedicated to ensuring that everyone with any disability, at any age or stage of life, can access affordable, up-to-date, and appropriately helpful technology. CHAT (Community Hub for Accessible Technology) is a community of individuals and organisations passionate about the transformative effect of assistive technology, (AT). It facilitates peer learning and collaboration, using shared expertise. The next CHAT event will be on May 7th where the European Accessibility Act will be discussed. You can learn more about CHAT and Freedom Tech here: https://freedomtech.ie/ https://freedomtech.ie/chat-community-hub-for-accessible-technology/ And you can mail Sarah Boland at sarah@freedomtech.ie So, sit yourself down in a soft, cosy bed of shamrock, stop drinking that green pint of the black stuff, and settle in for the best podcast this side of a pot of gold: Blind Guys Chat! 7 out of 10 leprechauns prefer it to being typecast as little people of Ireland. Links for this episode: · Freedom Tech: https://freedomtech.ie/ · CHAT: https://freedomtech.ie/chat-community-hub-for-accessible-technology/ · AT passport: https://freedomtech.ie/assistivetechnologypaper/#_Toc467830788 · TEKenable: https://tekenable.com/ · sarah@freedomtech.ie Support Blind Guys Chat by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/blind-guys-chatRead transcript

Full Text of ReadingsSaturday after Ash Wednesday Lectionary: 222The Saint of the day is Saint John of GodSaint John of God's Story Having given up active Christian belief while a soldier, John was 40 before the depth of his sinfulness began to dawn on him. He decided to give the rest of his life to God's service, and headed at once for Africa where he hoped to free captive Christians and, possibly, be martyred. He was soon advised that his desire for martyrdom was not spiritually well based, and returned to Spain and the relatively prosaic activity of a religious goods store. Yet he was still not settled. Moved initially by a sermon of Saint John of Avila, he one day engaged in a public beating of himself, begging mercy and wildly repenting for his past life. Committed to a mental hospital for these actions, John was visited by Saint John, who advised him to be more actively involved in tending to the needs of others rather than in enduring personal hardships. John gained peace of heart, and shortly after left the hospital to begin work among the poor. He established a house where he wisely tended to the needs of the sick poor, at first doing his own begging. But, excited by the saint's great work and inspired by his devotion, many people began to back him up with money and provisions. Among them were the archbishop and marquis of Tarifa. Behind John's outward acts of total concern and love for Christ's sick poor was a deep interior prayer life which was reflected in his spirit of humility. These qualities attracted helpers who, 20 years after John's death, formed the Brothers Hospitallers, now a worldwide religious order. John became ill after 10 years of service, but tried to disguise his ill health. He began to put the hospital's administrative work into order and appointed a leader for his helpers. He died under the care of a spiritual friend and admirer, Lady Ana Ossorio. Reflection The utter humility of John of God, which led to a totally selfless dedication to others, is most impressive. Here is a man who realized his nothingness in the face of God. The Lord blessed him with the gifts of prudence, patience, courage, enthusiasm, and the ability to influence and inspire others. He saw that in his early life he had turned away from the Lord, and, moved to receive his mercy, John began his new commitment to love others in openness to God's love. Saint John of God is the Patron Saint of: BooksellersFirefightersHeart PatientsHospitalsNursesPrintersSick We are all called to be saints! But what does that mean? Saint of the Day, Copyright Franciscan Media

The Spiritual Meaning of Lent: Lenten Conference #1 Psalm 95 and Psalm 51: The Foundations of Lent's Spiritual Journey During each Friday of the Lenten Season, there will be a Lenten Devotional Conference. This is the first week within this series. Each conference will appear singularly on the Website, SoundCloud, Facebook and iPod platforms. All conferences will also appear within this post. This first conference reflects on Psalm 95 and Psalm 51, emphasizing their significance in the season of Lent and the life of the Church. Psalm 95 is a daily call to praise, worship, and recognize God's sovereignty, but it also warns against hardening one's heart, as the Israelites did in the wilderness. It highlights the necessity of listening to God's voice today, not delaying obedience. During Lent, the Church abstains from saying “Hallelujah” as a symbolic act of preparation, reinforcing that true praise must come from a purified heart. The conference also discusses Psalm 51, a penitential psalm of King David after his sin with Bathsheba, stressing the importance of compunction—a deep sorrow for sin that moves one toward true repentance. Lent, therefore, is not merely about resisting temptation but about allowing God to transform the heart so that one can truly praise Him with sincerity and purity. Listen to this first devotional Lenten Conference and let it transform your heart. Join us virtually (or physically each week for additional Lenten conferences. Listen to: The Spiritual Meaning of Lent ------------------------------------------------ It begins as a call of praise. And so, note that the first thing the church says every day is to lift up the voice and give praise to God. And we pause at that moment, this command to praise the Lord. The word that we don't use during Lent, which I'm going to use now simply to say it so that we're all on the same page, is hallelujah. It is the great cry of Easter victory, and it literally means praise the Lord. And so note in a sense, there is this command to lift up the voice celebrating the great things God has done with a fullness of praise. And yet during Lent, we don't use that word, which expresses and communicates praise in its utter fullness. Hear more within the conference. ------------------------------------------------ Image: Christ of St. John of The Cross: Spanish Painter: Salvador Dalí: 1951 The painting is known as the Christ of Saint John of the Cross, because its design is based on a drawing by the 16th-century Spanish friar John of the Cross. Note: This is a low-resolution picture for copyright purposes. ------------------------------------------------ Note: This marks the First Friday of the current Lenten Season, featuring special formation conferences covering a range of seasonal topics. As we move forward within the Season, each week's separate post will have various links to the other conferences. There will also be one post that has all conference. As we move forward, look for the various posts and links.

Charles Skaggs and Jesse Jackson discuss "The Bells of Saint John", the sixth episode from Doctor Who Series Seven in 2013, featuring Matt Smith as the Eleventh Doctor, Celia Imrie as Rosemary Kizlet, and reintroducing Jenna Coleman as Clara Oswald! Find us here:Instagram: @nextstopeverywherepodcast Facebook: Facebook.com/Nextstopeverywherepodcast Bluesky: @charlesskaggs.bsky.social, @jessejacksondfw.bsky.social Email: NextStopWho@gmail.com Listen and subscribe to us in Apple Podcasts and leave us a review!

A homily to stir up our hard hearts to sincerely repent, both now, wherever we are, and before our priest where we receive reconciliation with Christ and the Church.Reading from: Season of Repentance: Lenten Homilies of Saint John of Kronstadt, p. 76-81

In a quiet cemetery in South Bend, Indiana, Nick stumbled upon a headstone bearing the same last name as his late grandmother, "Saint John." Moments later, a song that had always reminded him of her, "The Dance" by Garth Brooks, began playing in his car, offering him a comforting sign from the afterlife. These two stories serve as a reminder that sometimes, the paranormal isn't as far away as we think.  This is a daily EXTRA from The Grave Talks. Grave Confessions is an extra daily dose of true paranormal ghost stories told by the people who survived them! If you have a Grave Confession, Call it in 24/7 at 1-888-GHOST-13 (1-888-446-7813) Subscribe to get all of our true ghost stories EVERY DAY! Visit http://www.thegravetalks.com Please support us on Patreon and get access to our AD-FREE ARCHIVE, ADVANCE EPISODES & MORE at http://www.patreon.com/thegravetalks

Full Text of ReadingsSeventh Sunday in Ordinary Time Lectionary: 81The Saint of the day is Saint PolycarpSaint Polycarp's Story Polycarp, bishop of Smyrna, disciple of Saint John the Apostle and friend of Saint Ignatius of Antioch, was a revered Christian leader during the first half of the second century. Saint Ignatius, on his way to Rome to be martyred, visited Polycarp at Smyrna, and later at Troas wrote him a personal letter. The Asia Minor Churches recognized Polycarp's leadership by choosing him as a representative to discuss with Pope Anicetus the date of the Easter celebration in Rome—a major controversy in the early Church. Only one of the many letters written by Polycarp has been preserved, the one he wrote to the Church of Philippi in Macedonia. At 86, Polycarp was led into the crowded Smyrna stadium to be burned alive. The flames did not harm him and he was finally killed by a dagger. The centurion ordered the saint's body burned. The “Acts” of Polycarp's martyrdom are the earliest preserved, fully reliable account of a Christian martyr's death. He died in 155. Reflection Polycarp was recognized as a Christian leader by all Asia Minor Christians—a strong fortress of faith and loyalty to Jesus Christ. His own strength emerged from his trust in God, even when events contradicted this trust. Living among pagans and under a government opposed to the new religion, he led and fed his flock. Like the Good Shepherd, he laid down his life for his sheep and kept them from more persecution in Smyrna. He summarized his trust in God just before he died: “Father… I bless Thee, for having made me worthy of the day and the hour…” (Acts of Martyrdom, Chapter 14). Saint Polycarp is the Patron Saint of: Relief from Earaches Saint of the Day, Copyright Franciscan Media

Join us as we chat with Anson Darville, a real estate investor and property manager based in beautiful Saint John, New Brunswick. Anson dives into his journey of rehabbing century-old properties, transforming triplexes into 12-unit buildings, and offering transparent property management services. Learn about the unique challenges and rewards of working with historic properties, maximizing density, and creating housing solutions that benefit the community. If you're into creative real estate strategies and love hearing about real-world success stories, this one's for you!

Preaching for the Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time, Diana Macalintal offers a reflection on loving our enemies, even - and especially - when the stakes are high: "We can choose to love every time, but only if we remember what God has done for us. Choosing to love is powerful. Choosing to love is resistance. Because choosing to love your enemy removes their power to define who you are and whose you are. You are a child of God, blessed and beloved, crowned with the dignity of Christ."Diana Macalintal is the cofounder and codirector of Team Initiation and of Liturgy.life and is a widely-recognized leader in the areas of the catechumenate and Catholic liturgy and music. With a Master of Arts in Theology from Saint John's University in Collegeville, Minnesota, she served in campus, parish, and diocesan ministries for over 30 years. She is an author, speaker, and published liturgical composer. Visit www.catholicwomenpreach.org/preaching/02232025 to learn more about Diana, to read her preaching text, and for more preaching from Catholic women.

The Ringer's Tate Frazier is joined by Eamonn Brennan to discuss the no. 9 ranked Saint John's and Rick Pitino's impressive start to the season, the SEC's supremacy and an exciting matchup approaching between no. 1 Auburn and no. 2 Alabama, and the Clemson Tigers knocking off Duke and UNC in just a few days (1:47). Then they discuss Dick Vitale's return to broadcasting more than two years after stepping away for health reasons, Cooper Flagg slipping into a turnover in Duke's loss to Clemson, Jase Richardson's 29-point performance in an emotional Michigan State win for Tom Izzo, Indiana's looming head coach vacancy, and more (23:05). Finally, Tate closes the show with a few words on Hubie Brown, games to watch this week, and shout-outs (48:56). Host: Tate Frazier Guest: Eamonn Brennan Producer Kyle Crichton The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

To the mystic, every moment is sacred—and every step is taken on holy ground. Mirabai Starr, the celebrated author, religious scholar, and "translator of the mystics," has devoted herself to sharing the insights of beloved figures including Teresa of Avila, Saint John of the Cross, Hildegard of Bingen, and others. In this podcast, Tami Simon speaks with Mirabai Starr about her new book, Ordinary Mysticism, and how we can each open ourselves to the direct experience of divine union—and become agents of change for our troubled world.  Listen now to this inspiring discussion of: spiritual transmission and communicating mystical realization to others; the power of ritual; setting yourself up for "an encounter with the beloved"; the willingness not to know; collaborating with your muses; Natalie Goldberg's writing practice methodology; a commitment to beauty; mystical seeing; four gateways to the sacred; freeing yourself from the brain's default mode network; how meditation expands your capacity for awe; tending the seeds of wisdom; interspirituality; avoiding cultural appropriation; grief as a gateway to the sacred, and letting the darkness have its way; the dark night of the soul; the paradox of "surrendering and showing up"; and more. Note: This episode originally aired on Sounds True One, where these special episodes of Insights at the Edge are available to watch live on video and with exclusive access to Q&As with our guests. Learn more at join.soundstrue.com.

Millennium, Chris Carter, X-Files, serial killers, cults, Y2K and the hysteria, David McGowan, Programmed to Kill, Silence of the Lambs, Se7en, industrial, Peter Christopherson, NiN, millenarianism & the different types, Lance Hendriksen, the Millennium Group as based on the Academy Group, the Behavioral Science Unit (BSU), William Blake, Red Dragon, Thomas Harris, Monster of Florence, Gladio, chivalric orders, Sovereign Order of Saint John, Order of the Garter, Knights Templar, southern France, Medieval Europe, Holy Vehm, Gehenna, sovereign citizens, Fundamentalist Mormonism, Russia, Marc DutrouxMusic by: Keith Allen Dennishttps://keithallendennis.bandcamp.com/Additional Music: J Money Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Come see me on  tour promoting my new book Make Money Easy!Check out the full episode: greatness.lnk.to/1727"Even when things are bad and going wrong, you can still be satisfied. You can still feel like, ah, this is, this is it. And it is okay." - Bozoma Saint JohnAt her husband Peter's funeral, just days after his death at age 43, Bozoma Saint John experienced an unexpected moment of clarity. As she watched loved ones share stories and connect with each other, she found herself feeling satisfied despite facing the most devastating loss of her life. This powerful revelation forms the foundation of her philosophy that challenges the common "never be satisfied" mentality. Through raw and honest conversation, she shares how finding contentment in present moments doesn't diminish our drive for growth and achievement.Drawing from her personal journey through grief and professional success, Saint John illuminates the delicate balance between being satisfied with our current circumstances while remaining purposeful about our future. Her story intertwines with Lewis's own experience of watching his father survive a traumatic brain injury, leading to profound insights about living with urgency and purpose. Their shared understanding of life's fragility transforms into a compelling message about embracing satisfaction in every stage of our journey, whether we're just starting out or leading from the top.Sign up for the Greatness newsletter: http://www.greatness.com/newsletter