Podcast appearances and mentions of saint paul

Father Brad breaks open Romans 13 and shows how Saint Paul — and Saint John Paul II — reveal that every “no” in faith flows from a greater yes to love.Morning Offering, November 5, 2025Every morning, join Father Brad as he begins the day with prayer and reflection. In a few short minutes, Father Brad guides you in prayer, shares a brief reflection grounding your day in the Church's rhythm of feast days and liturgy, and provides you with the encouragement necessary to go forward with peace and strength. Disclaimer: The ads shown before, during, or after this video have no affiliation with Morning Offering and are controlled by YouTubeLet us do as the saints urge and begin our days in prayer together so as a community of believers we may join the Psalmist in saying, “In the morning, Lord, you hear my voice; in the morning I lay my requests before you and wait expectantly.” (Psalm 5:3-4)________________

The monthly series called "What Are the Sisters Reading?" continues. The guest for the month of November is from the Daughters of Saint Paul. Sister Kathryn Hermes, FSP, reflects about Fr. John Riccardo's book called "Rescued: The Unexpected and Extraordinary News of the Gospel," which shares that the Gospel is not merely good news but explosive, life-changing news that will help us see the world through God's lens, with a clear vision of the future. To check out more books on the Catholic faith and religious items of interest at the Pauline Books and Media Center at 1025 King Street in Alexandria, please click here.

Hope for Right Now Podcast – Grace and Glory: Philippians 3 Join Lisa and Laura for our four-week podcast series—Grace and Glory, based on Saint Paul's letter to the Philippians.  Often called The Epistle of Joy, Saint Paul's letter overflows with rejoicing, gratitude, and encouragement—amazing, when you consider that Paul wrote it from a prison cell. As women seeking joy but who often feel confined by our circumstances, what was Saint Paul's secret? How do we rejoice in our suffering? How do we remain grateful when our situation is the opposite of what we were hoping for?  In this third episode of Grace and Glory, Lisa and Laura talk about wasting time, letting go of expectations, and the secret to knowing Christ. Open your Heart to our key Scripture. Philippians 3 Open your Bible to other Scriptures referenced in this episode. Matthew 13:45–46: Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a merchant in search of fine pearls, who, on finding one pearl of great value, went and sold all that he had and bought it. Invite Him in with this episode's questions for reflection. In what/whom do you look to find yourself? What keeps you from truly knowing Jesus?  This week, “waste time” with Jesus. Let go of the activity and rest at His feet. Show mentions. We've got inspired Christmas gifts for all the special women and girls on your list. Use the code CHRISTMAS20 to get 20% off these beloved devotionals and books, just in time for gift giving. Shop now! Offer ends November 17, 2025, at 11:59 pm ET. Johnny Brenninkmeyer, “Good Good Father” Father Gabriel of St. Mary Magdalene, Divine Intimacy Dan and Stephanie Burke, Avila Institute T.J. Jackson Lears, “All history is the history of unintended consequences.” Let's stay connected. Don't miss an episode. Subscribe to our podcast on your favorite platform.  Want to keep the conversation going? Join our private Facebook community. Stay in the know. Connect with us today.  We are committed to creating content that is free and easily accessible to every woman—especially the one looking for answers but unsure of where to go. If you've enjoyed this podcast, prayerfully consider making a donation to support it and other WWP outreach programs that bring women closer to Christ. Learn more about WWP on our website. Our shop. Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.

Reading Saint Paul of Thebes from The Lives of the Great Desert Fathers, written by ST Jerome.

Delivered by Valerie Sandra Hendrawinata from the Parish of Saint Paul in the Diocese of Bandung, Indonesia. Revelation 7: 2-4.9-14; Rs psalm 24: 1-2.3-4ab.5-6; 1 John 3: 1-3; Matthew 5: 1-12a.SEEING CHRIST AS HEIS Our meditation onthis first day of November is entitled: Seeing Christ As He Is. Today the wholeChurch celebrates the feast of all the saints. All saints are in heaven andcannot be anywhere else. They are glorious members of the Church, compared toother members who are still in the pilgrimage in the world, and who are experiencingpurification in purgatory. Those glorious Churchmembers have ever been in the world like us. Having lived a life of faithfulimitation of Jesus Christ, after their death, they are graced with eternal lifeas saints. What are they doing in eternity in heaven? There are many, but wecan mention just one following the inspiration of the today's readings, namelythey see Christ as He truly is. These saints are notangels. The angels are spirit beings and have no names (except for the three Archangels:Michael, Raphael and Gabriel). The saints have names and by the Church, theirnames are applied to the names of every follower of Christ as baptismal names.There are some saints established by the Church through the process ofbeatification and canonization, which means that they become perfect models forus. There are others who are not listed to follow that process but their heroicand saintly examples are very important to us. The road to holinessis open to every believer. The book of revelation in the first readingillustrates the vision of a large number of people from various corners of theworld dressed in white around the almighty throne of God. Holiness is indeed agift for us to realize. To make it happen, while still in the world we areobliged to actualize and live the pearls of happiness as proclaimed by the LordJesus in today's Gospel reading, namely Matthew chapter 5. We are called to beholy through the way of happiness in being poor before God, mourning, gentle,hungry and thirsty for truth, generous, pure of heart, bringing peace, beingpersecuted for the truth, and for the sake of Jesus Christ Himself. There is noshow of force or obligation to follow all this, but when someone has chosen tolive in this spirit, he or she has to live according to its demand. The life of happinesscan be experienced on this earth, yet its perfect realization is indeed inheaven, that is when we see Christ as He truly is. Let's pray. In the name of the Father... O Jesus Christ, enligten us on the path to perfection and may the glorioussaints pray for us to happily go through that path while always praising You inYour highest throne. Our Father who art in heaven ... In the name of the Father...

Delivered by Ariel from the Parish of Saint Albert the Great in the Archdiocese of Makassar, Indonesia. Romans 8: 31b-39; Rs psalm 109: 21-22.26-27.30-31; Luke 13: 31-35.NO FEAR IN THE LORD Our meditation today isentitled: No Fear in the Lord. A young man told his friends during a session offaith formation in the church, how he maintains his faith in the place where heworks. He is a devout and truly believer, but his friends who are not of thesame faith with him, do not show themselves as believers. Many like toblaspheme God. They do sinful acts such as spreading slander, acting rudely inwords and actions, cheating and unfairness to neighbours. This young man holdsthe principle that the God he believes in and who accompanies him at all times,gives him a sense of security, strength, and confidence. He has no fearwhatsoever, even though his surroundings are in favor of a lifestyle that iscontrary to God. For him, there is no fear of living and being with God. Fellowemployees in the office who are abusive, tell lies, spread gossip or insults,and cheat, are the friends he meets every day. He does not feel strange eventhreatened by them. He deals with every one in fairness and friendship. But there's not anyslightest chance for him to be influenced by them. He uses the power of God, sohe is able to maintain his faith and be able to also relate them in a balancedand normal way. This kind of experience is experienced also by many of us.These are all experiences in the real world. In the unreal world, such ascircumstances and reality beyond the reach of the human senses, often become adistraction. Ghost and other supernatural entities are believed to exist inevery culture. Many of us who relyon the power and the holy name of God that accompanying us, not at all afraidof demons, ghosts and supernatural forces. We truly believe that God isstronger than all those powers. Only in the name of the Most Holy God, we areprotected, strengthened and saved. In addition, there are also deadly threats,such as physical violence, war, disease, famine and natural disasters. Forthose who give priority to the power of God in the guidance of their entirelives, they are not at all afraid or shaken in their lives. God determines thefate of their lives. So the good news forus today is the one proclaimed by the two readings today. Saint Paul in hisletter to the Romans emphasizes that only the love of the Lord Jesus Christstrengthens, protects and saves us. There is no other power besides God thatcan separate and stop us. The same is true of the Gospel passage, which revealshow Jesus journeyed confidently into Jerusalem, where He was intended by God.The threat from Herod never scared him a single point or took a step back. Let's pray. In the name of the Father... O Lord, teach us to become people who are not afraid of anyone and anythingbut You. Hail Mary, full of grace ... In the name of the Father ...

The Winnipeg Jets found a way -- even if head coach Scott Arniel isn't exactly satisfied just yet. Winnipeg pulled out a 4-3 overtime victory in Saint Paul, Minnesota over the Wild on Tuesday night, thanks to a clutch game-winner from Kyle Connor. So what's Arniel still worried about? When will this team finally put together a full 60-minute effort? And with 10 games in the books, how confident should we actually feel about a 7-3-0 start? Plus, all 32 teams hit the ice during the NHL's "Frozen Frenzy," with staggered start times creating a hockey-viewing free-for-all. Cam & Jim take a spin around the league and dig into the biggest storylines emerging as the first month of the season winds down. All that and more on today's edition of Jets @ Noon! https://babyoftheyear.org/2025/dori-f35b - Vote for Dori to become Baby of the Year! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Learn about the lives of the saints and the development of 'hagiography.' Support us on Patreon for Member access to our special podcast series where we go in depth on books of the Bible. Ongoing season: Exodus. You will also gain access to the entire archive of Season 1: The Gospel of John.Apply for Saint Paul's House of FormationEmail usMusic by Richard Proulx and the Cathedral Singers from Sublime Chant. Copyright GIA Publications Word & Table Episode Index

https://babyoftheyear.org/2025/dori-f35b - Vote for Dori to become Baby of the Year! The Winnipeg Jets are in Saint Paul on Tuesday night for a Central Division showdown with the Minnesota Wild -- and neither team is thrilled with their recent results. Cam & Jim preview the matchup and welcome Minnesota reporter and podcaster Jessi Pierce to break down what's at stake for both clubs. Where are the Jets falling short so far? What's the biggest obstacle standing between this team and its season-long goals through the first 10% of the schedule? Plus -- Sidney Crosby hits yet another historic milestone. How much more can the Penguins' captain accomplish before he calls it a career? All that and more on today's edition of Jets @ Noon! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hope for Right Now Podcast – Grace and Glory: Philippians 2 Join Lisa and Laura for our four-week podcast series—Grace and Glory, based on Saint Paul's letter to the Philippians.  Often called The Epistle of Joy, Saint Paul's letter overflows with rejoicing, gratitude, and encouragement—amazing, when you consider that Paul wrote it from a prison cell. As women seeking joy but who often feel confined by our circumstances, what was Saint Paul's secret? How do we rejoice in our suffering? How do we remain grateful when our situation is the opposite of what we were hoping for?  In this second episode of Grace and Glory, Lisa and Laura talk about unity, humility, and how to become shining lights in the midst of a dark and broken world.  Open your Heart to our key Scripture. Philippians 2  Open your Bible to other Scriptures referenced in this episode. Matthew 23:12: Whoever exalts himself will be humbled, and whoever humbles himself will be exalted. James 4:10: Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will exalt you. Proverbs 29:23: A man's pride will bring him low, but he who is lowly in spirit will obtain honor. Invite Him in with this episode's questions for reflection. Every day this week, slowly read the second chapter in The Letter to the Philippians. Consider looking up different Bible translations to help you enter more deeply. What verse or word stands out to you? Ask yourself: Do I have absolute confidence in Jesus as Lord? Am I recognizing my need for His heart with a daily commitment to prayer? Show mentions. Flourish 2026: Spiritual Motherhood, The Transforming Power of the Feminine Genius, St. Louis, MO, April 17-19, 2026. Register here. Laura Phelps, “For Your Weekend: Thank God I'm Not Like You” Father Gabriel of St. Mary Magdalene, Divine Intimacy Jonathan Haidt, The Anxious Generation Tim Mackie, The Bible Project Father John Riccardo, Acts XXIX Bishop Sample, quote Let's stay connected. Don't miss an episode. Subscribe to our podcast on your favorite platform.  Want to keep the conversation going? Join our private Facebook community. Stay in the know. Connect with us today.  We are committed to creating content that is free and easily accessible to every woman—especially the one looking for answers but unsure of where to go. If you've enjoyed this podcast, prayerfully consider making a donation to support it and other WWP outreach programs that bring women closer to Christ. Learn more about WWP on our website. Our shop. Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.

Delivered by Nia from the Parish of Good Shepherd in the Diocese of Surabaya, Indonesia. Ephesians 2: 19-22; Rs psalm 19: 2-3.4-5; Luke 6: 12-19.WAR AGAINST TERROR Our meditation todayis entitled: War Against Terror. Our world today and all mankind know andunderstand about terrorism. Particularly in Indonesia, the threat of terrorismis insistent and evident, and it happens almost every year. One person or groupof terror can be overcome by the government and law enforcers, but anotherperson or group comes in. The threat is so serious that the government and allthe citizens have to work together to fight it. Our Church has obligationto fight against terrorism today with much greater spiritual power, done by allher members. The Church does this with Jesus. He had done it in His publicservice in the world. On one special occasion he chose Simon the Zealot andJudas, along with ten other apostles to form an elite community of strong andfaithful men to be his “army”. Today the whole Church celebrates the feast ofthe apostles Simon and Judas who are from this community. The word"Zealot" means terrorist. This Simon came from a rebel group whofought against the Roman colonials. They were known by the name Zealots, in theGreek language named Kana'im, that means the jealousy of God. They did not wanttheir God to be disturbed by other groups. Jesus must choose strong and trustedpeople to be with Him in the war against all forms of evil in this world. Those12 apostles are the strong pillars for the foundation of the Church. Before meeting Jesus,Saint Paul often acted like a terrorist. According to the Acts of the Apostles,he pursued, arrested and sent to prison men and women who followed Christ. Heeven said this: I really acted wildly burning with anger towards Christians,whom I chased even to cities in foreign lands (Acts 26,11). The group thatspreads terror, nowadays known as the radicals, brings fear all over the world.Are we sure that Jesus has the power to change the hardest hearts of theterrorists? Jesus changed Saint Simon and Saint Paul, and to this day Heremains the same God who can change the hearts of terrorists. They not onlychanged their hearts and direction of life, but they also are made so useful asthe foundation for the building up of the Church, the house and community ofGod's people where every and all believers included. Saints Simon, Judas andPaul are now “generals” in the kingdom of God, to protect and care for ourChurch. Jesus overcomesterrorists with love. We all use the same love to overcome the terrors of eviland darkness in our community of faith. But we must be with Christ. Withouthim, we do nothing. Let's pray. In the name of the Father... Lord Jesus, our good and wise teacher, make us Your soldiers to fight andsacrifice ourselves to defeat the evils that threaten Your Church. Glory to theFather and to the Son and to the Holy Spirit ... In the name of the Father ...

Delivered by Grace Larope from the Parish of Sacred Heart of Jesus Cathedral in the Archdiocese of Makassar, Indonesia. Romans 8: 12-17; Rs psalm 68: 2.4.6-7ab.20-21; Luke 13: 10-17.WE ARE DEBTORS TO THE SPIRIT, NOT THE FLESH Our meditation today is entitled: We are Debtors tothe Spirit, not the Flesh. The apostle Paul in his letter to the Church in Romeaffirms that "we are indebted, not to the flesh, to live according to theflesh" (Romans 8:12). This statement reminds us that the life of believersis no longer controlled by mortal worldly desires, but by the life-givingSpirit of God. Flesh here symbolizes human nature that is selfish, greedy,lustful, and seeks self-satisfaction. Meanwhile, the Spirit moves us to live inlove, forgiveness, and life-giving service to others. Living according to the flesh does seem encouraging.The world offers luxury, honor, and power that seem to promise happiness.However, saint Paul insists that all this will lead people to a spiritualdeath. There are so many people in the world today who choose to live accordingto the flesh. When a man lives without the Spirit of God, his heartbecomes empty and disoriented. He may seem successful in the eyes of the world,but his soul is shackled by greed and pride. This is what happened to thePharisees and scribes in Jesus' day. They diligently obeyed the law outwardly,but their hearts were far from God. They were after human praise, not realtruth of faith. Jesus firmly rebuked them for their hypocriticallifestyle. They showed righteousness in public, but their hearts were hard andmerciless. In this regard, Jesus shows that living according to the flesh isnot only a matter of moral sin, but also an attitude of human soul that resiststhe guidance of the Spirit. A person who lives according to the flesh preferspower to service, honor to humility, outward order to life-giving love. On the contrary, living according to the Spirit meansopening one's heart to God's renewing work. The Holy Spirit transforms us fromwithin: from pride to humility, from hatred to love, from fear to courage to dogood. Living according to the Spirit makes us realize that everything we haveis not for ourselves, but for building a life together. Saint Paul affirms that"the Spirit that raised Jesus from the dead will also bring your mortalbodies to life." Living in the Spirit is a life of hope, even in the midstof the suffering and uncertainty of the world. We should choose to live according to the Spirit, notthe flesh. The world may be tempted by false promises, but God's Spirit givestrue joy that is unshakable.  Let us pray. In the name of the Father ... O Holy God, may wepersevere in the guidance of the Holy Spirit and dare to resist the temptationsof the spirit of living according to the flesh. Hail Mary, full of grace... Inthe name of the Father ...

This talk was given at St. Nicholas Orthodox Church (UOC-USA) in Charlottesville, VA. In it, Fr. Anthony presents Orthodoxy's sacramental view of creation and uses music as an example of how the royal priesthood, in Christ, fulfills its commission to pattern the cosmos according to that of Eden. My notes from the talk: I'm grateful to be back in Charlottesville, a place stitched into my story by Providence. Years ago, the Army Reserves sent me here after 9/11. I arrived with a job in Ohio on pause, a tidy life temporarily dismantled, and a heart that didn't care for the way soldiers are sometimes told to behave. So I went looking for an Orthodox church. I found a small mission and—more importantly—people who took me in as family. A patient priest and his matushka mentored me for six years. If anything in my priesthood bears fruit, it is because love first took root here. Bishops have a sense of humor; mine sent a Georgian convert with no Slavic roots to a Ukrainian parish in Rhode Island. It fit better than anyone could have planned. The Lord braided my history, discovering even ancestral ties in New England soil. Later, when a young man named Michael arrived—a reader who became a subdeacon, a deacon, and in time a priest—our trajectories crossed again. Father Robert trained me; by grace I was allowed to help train Father Michael; and now he serves here. This is how God sings His providence—melodies introduced, developed, and returned, until love's theme is recognizable to everyone listening. Why focus on music and beauty? Because they are not ornamental to the Gospel; they are its native tongue. Beauty tutors us in a sacramental world, not a "God of the gaps" world—where faith retreats to whatever science has not yet explained—but a world in which God is everywhere present and filling all things. Beauty is one of the surest ways to share the Gospel, not as salesmanship or propaganda, but as participation in what the world was made to be. The Church bears a particular charism for beauty; secular beauty can reflect it, but often only dimly—and sometimes in ways that distort the pattern it imitates. Beauty meets the whole human person: the senses and gut, the reasoning mind, and the deep heart—the nous—where awe, reverence, and peace bloom. Music is a wonderfully concrete instance of all of this: an example, a symbol, and—when offered rightly—a sacrament of sanctifying grace. Saint John begins his Gospel with the Logos—not a mere "word" but the Word whose meaning includes order, reason, and intelligibility: "All things were made through Him." Creation, then, bears the Logos' stamp in every fiber; Genesis repeats the refrain, "and God saw that it was good"—agathos, not just kalos. Agathos is goodness that is beautiful and beneficial, fitted to bless what it touches. Creation is not simply well-shaped; it is ordered toward communion, toward glory, toward gift. The Creed confesses the Father as Creator, the Son as the One through whom all things were made, and the Spirit as the Giver of Life. Creation is, at root, Trinitarian music—harmonies of love that invite participation. If you like, imagine the first chapter of Genesis sung. We might say: in the beginning, there was undifferentiated sound; the Spirit hovered; the Logos spoke tone, time, harmony, and melody into being. He set boundaries and appointed seasons so that music could unfold in an ordered way. Then He shaped us to be liturgists—stewards who can turn noise into praise, dissonance into resolution. The point of the story is not that God needed a soundtrack; it is that the world bears a pattern and purpose that we can either receive with thanksgiving or twist into something self-serving and cacophonous. We know what happened. In Adam and Eve's fall, thorns and thistles accompanied our work. Pain entered motherhood, and tyranny stalked marriage. We still command tools of culture—city-building, metallurgy, and yes, even music—but in Cain's line we see creativity conscripted to self-exaltation and violence. The Tower of Babel is the choir of human pride singing perfectly in tune against God. That is how sin turns technique into idolatry. Saint Paul describes the creation groaning in agony, longing for the revealing of the sons and daughters of God. This is not mere poetic flourish; it is metaphysical realism. The world aches for sanctified stewardship, for human beings restored to their priestly vocation. It longs for its music to be tuned again to the Logos. Christ enters precisely there—as the New Adam. Consider His Theophany. The Jordan "turns back," the waters are sanctified, because nothing impure remains in the presence of God. He does not merely touch creation; He heals it—beginning sacramentally with water, the primal element of both life and chaos. In our services for the Blessing of Water we sing, "Today the nature of the waters is sanctified… The Jordan is parted in two… How shall a servant lay his hand on the Master?" In prayer we cry, "Great are You, O Lord, and marvelous are Your works… Wherefore, O King and Lover of mankind, be present now by the descent of Your Holy Spirit and sanctify this water." This is not magic; it is synergy. We offer bread, wine, water, oil; we make the sign of the cross; we chant what the Church gives—and God perfects our offering with His grace. The more we give Him to work with, the more He transfigures. And then Holy Friday: the terrible beauty of the Passion. Sin's dissonance swells to cacophony as the Source of Beauty is slandered, pierced, and laid in the tomb. Icons and hymns do not hide the scandal—they name it. Joseph and Nicodemus take down a body that clothes itself with light as with a garment. Creation shudders; the sun withdraws; the veil is rent. Liturgically, we let the discomfort stand; sometimes the chant itself presses the dissonance upon us so that we feel the fracture. But the dissonance does not have the last word; it resolves—not trivially, not cheaply—into the transcendent harmony of Pascha. On the night of the Resurrection, the church is dark, then a single candle is lit, and the light spills outward. We sing, "Come receive the Light from the unwaning Light," and then the troparion bursts forth: "Christ is risen from the dead, trampling down death by death…" The structure of salvation is musical: tension, longing, silence, and a resolution that is fuller than our peace had been before the conflict. Here is the pastoral heart of it: Christ restores our seal. Saint Paul says we are "sealed with the promised Holy Spirit." Think of a prosphora seal pressed into unbaked dough; the impression remains when the loaf is finished. Sin cracked our seal; everything we touched bore our corruptions. In Christ, the seal is made whole. In Baptism and Chrismation, that seal is pressed upon us—not only on the brow but on the whole person—so that our very engaging with the world can take on the pattern of the Logos again. We do not stop struggling—Paul's "what I would, I do not"—but we now struggle inside a music that resolves. Even our failures can become passing tones on the way to love, if we repent and return to the key. This is why the Church's common life matters so much. When we gather for Vespers and Liturgy, we enact the world's purpose. The Psalms give us perfect words; the Church's hymnody gives us perfected poetry. Music, rightly offered, is Logos-bearing—it is rational in the deepest sense—and love is the same. Music requires skill and repetition; so does love. Music benefits from different voices and timbres; love, too, is perfected when distinct persons yield to a single charity. Music engages and transfigures dissonance; love confronts conflict and heals it. Music honors silence; love rests and listens. These are not analogies we force upon the faith—they are the way creation is built. The world says, "sing louder," but the will to power always collapses into noise. The Church says, "sing together." In the Eucharistic assembly, the royal priesthood becomes itself—men, women, and children listening to one another, matching pitch and phrase, trusting the hand that gives the downbeat, and pouring our assent into refrains of "Lord have mercy" and "Amen." The harmony is not uniformity; it is concord. It is not sentimentality; it is charity given and received. And when the Lord gives Himself to us for the healing of soul and body, the music goes beyond even harmony; it becomes communion. That is why Orthodox Christians are most themselves around the chalice: beauty, word, community, and sacrament converge in one act of thanksgiving. From there, the pastoral task is simply to help people live in tune. For families: cultivate attentiveness, guard against codependence and manipulation, and practice small, steady habits—prayer, fasting, reconciliation—that form the instincts of love the way scales form a musician's ear. For parishes: refuse the twin temptations of relativism and control; resist both the shrug and the iron fist. We are not curators of a museum nor managers of a brand; we are a choir rehearsing resurrection. Attend to the three "parts" of the mind you teach: let the senses be purified rather than inflamed; let the intellect be instructed rather than flattered; and let the nous—the heart—learn awe. Where awe grows, so does mercy. And for evangelization in our late modern world—filled with distraction, suspicion, and exhaustion—beauty may prove to be our most persuasive speech. Not the beauty of mere "aesthetics," but agathos beauty—the kind that is beautiful and beneficial, that heals what it touches. People come to church for a thousand different reasons: loneliness, curiosity, habit, crisis. What they really long for is God. If the nave is well-ordered, if the chant is gentle and strong, if the icons are windows rather than billboards, if the faces of the faithful are kind—then even before a word is preached, the Gospel will have begun its work. "We no longer knew whether we were in heaven or on earth," the emissaries of Rus' once said of their time at worship in Hagia Sophia. Beauty did not close their minds; it opened them to truth. None of this bypasses suffering. In fact, beauty makes us more available to it, because we stop numbing ourselves and begin to love. The Scriptures do not hide this: the Jordan is sanctified, but the Cross remains; the tomb is real; the fast is pangful. Yet in Christ, dissonance resolves. The Church's hymnody—from Psalm 103 at the week's beginning to the Nine Odes of Pascha—trains us to trust the cadence that only God can write. We learn to wait in Friday night's hush, to receive the flame from the unwaning Light, and to sing "Christ is risen" not as a slogan but as the soundtrack of our lives. So: let us steward what we've been given. Let us make the sign of the cross over our children at bedtime; let our conversations overflow with psalmody; let contended silence have a room in every home; let reconciliation be practiced before the sun goes down. Let every parish be a school for choir and charity, where no one tries to sing over his brother, and no one is left straining alone in the back row. If we will live this way, not perfectly but repentantly, then in us the world will begin to hear the old pattern again—the Logos' pattern—where goodness is beautiful and beauty does good. And perhaps, by God's mercy, the Lord will make of our small obedience something larger than we can imagine: a melody that threads through Charlottesville and Anderson, through Rhode Island and Kyiv, through every parish and prison and campus, until the whole creation—long groaning—finds its voice. Let God arise. Let His enemies be scattered. Christ is risen, trampling down death by death, and upon those in the tombs bestowing life.

Ever feel like you keep doing what you swore you wouldn't? Here's what Saint Paul teaches about concupiscence and dependence on God.Morning Offering, October 24, 2025Every morning, join Father Brad as he begins the day with prayer and reflection. In a few short minutes, Father Brad guides you in prayer, shares a brief reflection grounding your day in the Church's rhythm of feast days and liturgy, and provides you with the encouragement necessary to go forward with peace and strength. Disclaimer: The ads shown before, during, or after this video have no affiliation with Morning Offering and are controlled by YouTubeLet us do as the saints urge and begin our days in prayer together so as a community of believers we may join the Psalmist in saying, “In the morning, Lord, you hear my voice; in the morning I lay my requests before you and wait expectantly.” (Psalm 5:3-4)________________

Delivered by Joanna from the Parish of Saint Gabriel in the Diocese of Bandung, Indoensia. Romans 7: 18-25a; Rs psalm 119: 66.68.76.77.93.94; Luke 12: 54-59.TIME TESTS The title for ourmeditation today is: Time Tests. We say this "time tests" to signifythe time that serves to make sure if one's life is pleasing to God or viceversa. There was a family experiencing a crisis in their economy up to thepoint of the lowest situation that forced the husband, wife and their twochildren must reflect, evaluate themselves to find a way out. When times oftrials or difficulties and suffering come, they lead us to see that time istesting us. These are the examples of lessons that can teach us and call ourattention, and we must see this as the moment to change. Saint Paul sees thereis a sign of time that people in Rome and all of us today face, about honor andworship of the body that is inevitable in this world. Worldly life orientationlike this will torture the dynamism of people's mind and soul toward God. So theapostle Paul wanted that he himself must terminate all allurements of his ownbody, so that his  mind and soul would justfocus on God. Worship and enjoymentof the body are commonly done today in the life of today's society. This commonstyle manifests itself in materialism and the gratification of lust. We canshow several examples here. There was a student misused his parents' money for hisstudy, but only for eating, drinking, traveling and having fun with hisfriends. A housewife spent money of the family not for needs of the house butonly for personal pleasure and enjoyment. They represent the various human actssatisfy their bodily needs. Our era of materialism and hedonism today alreadymakes everything so easy for us to acquire any time when we need to fulfill theneed of our bodies. However, we must saythe truth that our bodies have been consecrated by divine election to be thesons and daughters of the heavenly Father. God choose to stay in our bodies. Leus not waste our energies and times making our own bodies the desecrateddwelling places to God to dwell. We need to take care and keep purifying ourown bodies, because in a healthy and worthy body, there is a soul that isradiant and open to God. Saint Paul asks us not to spoil our bodies with anykind of pleasures of the world. We must maintain responsibly its purity becauseGod choose to live in it. Let our attentionshould not be excessive to the body, to the extent that the soul is abandoned.Jesus asks that our souls must be given more attention, because the soul willstand before the final judgment to give the person's life account. When humansouls are free from world preoccupations and pleasures, a human person is freeand happy to go to God. Let's pray. In the name of the Father... O God almighty, come and dwell within us always, so that our hearts alwaysexperience joy and peace. Glory to the Father and to the Son and to the HolySpirit ... In the name of the Father ...

Sustainability progress in the residential market has been tremendous over the past decade, but current federal deregulation actions are posing significant new challenges for continued progress. Building codes, energy efficiency, electrification, and decarbonization are specific areas facing new headwinds as result of current federal actions. While these regulatory actions may seek to halt progress in these areas, many organizations are continuing to advance their sustainability goals as part of a long-term strategy. In this lively panel discussion, we will share the latest perspective on what has changed, and what has not, with respect to our collective journey to advance sustainable building practices.Learning Objectives1. Learn what is changing at the federal level that may impact a builder's sustainability journey2. Gain the latest knowledge on actions impacting building codes and energy efficiency tax incentives3. Understand what current federal actions mean for electrification and decarbonization in the residential market4. Learn what leading organizations are doing to continue advancing sustainability and sustainable building practices in the present eraPresentersAaron Smith, CEO, EEBAShawn Hunter, Global Sustainability Director, DuPontMegan Cordes, Director Sustainability and Building Science, Beazer HomesTim O'Brien, President, Tim O'Brien HomesDoug Tarry, Doug Tarry HomesStephen Myers, CEO, Thrive Home Builders2026 SummitJoin us September 16th-18th, 2026, in Saint Paul, Minnesota, for our High Performance Home Builder Summit — the premier event for building professionals dedicated to advancing high-performance, healthy, and resilient homes!Learn more and register at the lowest rates today at summit2026.eeba.org! 

Around noon today, the Saint Paul City Council will close its doors and meet on a potential ban on assault weapons and preventing further gun violence just two months since the events of Annunciation and the push collectively with surrounding city leaders towards more safety from guns.

Delivered by Angeline from the Parish of Saint Catherine of Siena in the Diocese of Bridgeport, United State; Romans 6: 19-23; Rs psalm 1: 1-2.3.4.6; Luke 12: 49-53.THE FIRE THAT ALWAYSLIGHTENS ON EARTH Our meditation todayis the entitled: The Fire that Always Lightens on Earth. There is a soccer teamthat has done a series of preparation, apparently could not provide theexpected results. They lost three times consecutively. The reason is that thecoach was not serious. He did not act firmly when there is indisciplinarybehavior among his players. Finally, the management decided to replace him witha new coach who is considered more experienced and professional. The coach implementedhard exercises to every player. He figured out the highest target and demandedthat the players had a high motivation to achieve it. The coach's words andactions were decisive and tend to be very hard, resulting fear, nervousness,tremble and giving up from the players. In general, we are also in this samesituation. When the method of education and formation is firm and verydemanding in discipline, people prefer to give up and stop. We read in Gospel aboutsome of Jesus' disciples could not stand and chose to leave Him. The reason isbecause Jesus' words are considered very hard to bear. For them Jesus is a hardperson. But Peter represented his colleagues to choose to stay and be faithful,through his famous statement: to whom else should we go, Lord? We also choose tostay with Peter. The proof is that, we have been with our faith until now: Towhom else should we go? We can't go to another heart! This radical choice wasalso made by the Romans in the time of Saint Paul. They resolved to abandontheir old lifestyle, which had prostituted their bodies and souls because ofall pleasures of this world. They chose life, not death. They embraced a newlife of freedom as sons and daugters of God. But this choice isnot without many risks. It is said so clearly, Jesus Christ is like a fire thatcannot be extinguished. Fire becomes a light that dispels the darkness, butalso burns the parts that are not useful or not for our need. It means thatthose who are not in line with God will disappear, then separating those whoare with God. This is where the separation occurs between humans, eventragically happens also in our families. Our families todaymay be polarized between faithful members of the Church who are active andinvolved in the spiritual life of following Jesus Christ responsibly, and thosewho are passive, dry, away from the Church, and even those whose faith isdying. This separation of life must be eliminated, and this is our common dutyto do together. But we must continue to use Jesus as the true fire on thisearth. Let's pray. In the name of the Father...O heavenly Father, look and bless us who are fragile in spirit to endure ourfidelity to You. Our fragile family and community desperately need Yourintervention. Glory to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Spirit ... Inthe name of the Father ...

Today's Topics: 1, 2, 3, 4) Father Raymond Bueno joins Terry to discuss Holy Mass Gospel -  Luke 12:13-21 - Someone in the crowd said to Jesus, "Teacher, tell my brother to share the inheritance with me." He replied to him, "Friend, who appointed Me as your judge and arbitrator?" Then He said to the crowd, "Take care to guard against all greed, for though one may be rich, one's life does not consist of possessions." Then He told them a parable. "There was a rich man whose land produced a bountiful harvest. He asked himself, 'What shall I do, for I do not have space to store my harvest?' And he said, 'This is what I shall do: I shall tear down my barns and build larger ones. There I shall store all my grain and other goods and I shall say to myself, "Now as for you, you have so many good things stored up for many years, rest, eat, drink, be merry!"' But God said to him, 'You fool, this night your life will be demanded of you; and the things you have prepared, to whom will they belong?' Thus will it be for the one who stores up treasure for himself but is not rich in what matters to God." Memorial of Saint Paul of the Cross, Priest Saint Paul, pray for us!

Hope for Right Now Podcast – Grace and Glory: Philippians 1 Lisa and Laura are back and launching a brand-new four-week podcast series—Grace and Glory, based on Saint Paul's letter to the Philippians.  Often called The Epistle of Joy, Saint Paul's letter overflows with rejoicing, gratitude, and encouragement—amazing, when you consider that Paul wrote it from a prison cell. As women seeking joy but who often feel confined by our circumstances, what was Saint Paul's secret? How do we rejoice in our suffering? How do we remain grateful when our situation is the opposite of what we were hoping for?  In this first episode of Grace and Glory, Lisa and Laura unpack Saint Paul's message and reveal how the same joy he wrote about can be yours—no matter what life throws your way. Open your Heart to our key Scripture. Philippians 1 Open your Bible to other Scriptures referenced in this episode. Romans 3:23: Since all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God. Luke 19:10: For the Son of man came to seek and to save the lost. Hebrews 12:14: Strive for peace with all men, and for the holiness without which no one will see the Lord. Acts 28:20: For this reason therefore I have asked to see you and speak with you, since it is because of the hope of Israel that I am bound with this chain. Colossians 4:3–4: And pray for us also, that God may open to us a door for the word, to declare the mystery of Christ, on account of which I am in prison, that I may make it clear, as I ought to speak. Colossians 4:18: Remember my chains. Ephesians 6:20: I am an ambassador in chains. 1 Peter 5:10–11: And after you have suffered a little while, the God of all grace, who has called you to his eternal glory in Christ, will himself restore, establish, and strengthen you. To him be the dominion for ever and ever. Amen. Luke 7:47: Therefore I tell you, her sins, which are many, are forgiven, for she loved much; but he who is forgiven a little, loves a little. Galatians 2:20: I have been crucified with Christ; it is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me; and the life I know live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me. Invite Him in with this episode's questions for reflection. Are you feeling stuck in some way or feeling chained to some hard or painful circumstance in your life? Who is observing you in that situation? What are they learning from the way in which you are responding to your suffering? Is there someone you are called to preach the gospel to using the indescribable power of unconditional love? Who are you called to tempt to hope? Show mentions. Just in! The first-ever Walking with Purpose Advent devotional, House of Gold: A Journey into Advent by Caitlin Bean and Laura Phelps is in our shop. House of Gold invites you to reflect on five beautiful Marian titles, each revealing the Blessed Mother's sacred role in drawing us closer to Jesus and making His love known. St. Thomas Aquinas, quote Eugene Peterson, The Message Scott Hahn and Curtis Mitch, The Ignatius Catholic Study Bible, Old and New Testament, RSV: Second Catholic Edition Justin Taylor, TGC Blog, T4G 6: David Platt, “Divine Sovereignty: The Fuel of Death-Defying Missions” (Revelation 5:1-14), April 12, 2012, quoted Romanian Pastor Josef Tson Peter Kreeft, Wisdom of the Heart  Let's stay connected. Don't miss an episode. Subscribe to our podcast on your favorite platform.  Want to keep the conversation going? Join our private Facebook community. Stay in the know. Connect with us today.  We are committed to creating content that is free and easily accessible to every woman—especially the one looking for answers but unsure of where to go. If you've enjoyed this podcast, prayerfully consider making a donation to support it and other WWP outreach programs that bring women closer to Christ. Learn more about WWP on our website. Our shop. Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.

Full Text of ReadingsMonday of the Twenty-ninth Week in Ordinary Time Lectionary: 473The Saint of the day is Saint Paul of the CrossSaint of the Day, Copyright Franciscan Media

Join Father Kevin Drew as he preaches on this Memorial of Saint Paul of the Cross, Priest . Today's readings First Reading: 1 Corinthians 1:18-25 Psalm: 1 Corinthians 1:18-25 Gospel: Matthew 16:24-27 Catholic Radio Network

Send us a textA burning vision turned into a rule, a retreat, and a mission that kept the memory of Christ's Passion alive. We trace Saint Paul of the Cross from family sorrow to mystical fire, from public preaching to tender letters, and the hard-won recognition of the Passionists.• early life in Ovada and family grief• youthful asceticism and vivid mystical visions• Marian mandate to found a congregation• drafting a demanding rule on Mount Argentario• founding the first Passionist retreat and its rhythm• parish missions, vivid preaching, and public penance• hours in confession as a hospital for souls• pushback from church authorities and secular skeptics• letters of consolation to the sick and sorrowing• final years in Rome and papal recognition of the orderBe sure to look at the description for special information of interest to youExplore our media, grab our books, DVDs, and digital content on saints and Eucharistic miraclesJoin a pilgrimage, walk the sacred paths of Catholic shrines worldwide with usAttend a retreat, recharge at Holy Family Mission in ArkansasStay connectedReach out to Journeys of Faith today and start your next chapter of devotionBe sure to click the link in the description for special news itemsBrowse Journeys of Faith Passionist CollectionOpen by Steve Bailey Support the show

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Guitarist Joel Shapira plays in multiple musical settings. But he seems more inclined than most to record solo. Joel's new solo project is called Unscripted. He showcases music from the CD at two shows about a week out. On Saturday October 25 at 7pm, he leads a trio into the High Hat in Saint Paul, and on Saturday November 1, he plays 4:30 till 6, solo at Berlin in Minneapolis. In a conversation with Phil Nusbaum, Joel first addressed why he included his composition Tune for Towner on the CD.

Read OnlineThe Lord Jesus appointed seventy-two disciples whom he sent ahead of him in pairs to every town and place he intended to visit. He said to them, “The harvest is abundant but the laborers are few; so ask the master of the harvest to send out laborers for his harvest.” Luke 10:1–2Saint Luke, whom we honor today, was a true evangelist. As an evangelist, he followed the inspiration from our Lord and was used to bring God's saving message to the ends of the earth. And there is little doubt that his ministry will continue to have a transforming effect on the lives of many until the end of the world. Tradition states that Saint Luke became a martyr, being hanged on an olive tree. He is identified in the New Testament as a physician and as a disciple of Saint Paul. Both the Gospel of Luke and the Acts of the Apostles are attributed to him.Saint Luke is often spoken of as an evangelist to the gentiles. His Gospel was written in such a way that it didn't presume a full understanding of the Jewish faith and customs. Therefore, it is believed to have been primarily written for those who are not of Jewish origin. Thus, the life and mission of Saint Luke must remind us that the Gospel needs to be shared with all people, especially with those who do not have a deep and sustaining relationship with God.In today's Gospel from Saint Luke, we read that Jesus sent seventy-two disciples “to every town and place he intended to visit.” Only Luke mentions the larger scale sending of seventy-two disciples. The other Gospels only mention the sending of the Twelve. Though many of these seventy-two disciples would have gone to Jewish territory, some would have unquestionably gone to non-Jewish territory. The mission of these seventy-two was to prepare everyone they encountered for the preaching of Jesus and for the establishment of the Kingdom of God.As we honor Saint Luke today and read this passage from his Gospel, we are reminded that we are all sent by our Lord. We are sent to those who share our faith, such as family, friends and fellow parishioners. We are sent to love them and do all we can to help deepen their faith and love of God. But we are also called to share the Gospel with those who do not yet know Jesus as their Savior. There are so many people we encounter every day who have never truly met our Lord. Are there people in your life that God is calling you to reach out to? Who do you know that God may be calling you to share the Gospel with? Reflect, today, upon the fact that the Gospel is meant for everyone. Speak to our Lord and tell Him that you are ready and willing to be used by Him to bring His saving message to others. As you do so, wait on the Lord, listen to His inspiration, and respond when He calls. If someone comes to mind whom you sense God is calling you to evangelize, begin to pray for that person. Pray for them every day and be attentive to any inspiration God gives you to share His love and saving message with them. Do not be afraid to be an evangelist like Saint Luke. Doing so might make an eternal difference in someone's life. My saving Lord, You sent Your disciples on a mission to share Your saving message with all. Today I especially thank You for the life and ministry of Saint Luke. Please use me, dear Lord, to imitate his wonderful example and to share Your glorious life with others. Please lead me and inspire me to especially reach out to those whom You have put into my life. Jesus, I trust in You.  Image: Window: workshop of Franz Borgias Mayer (1848–1926); Photo: Andreas Praefcke, Public domain, via Wikimedia CommonsSource of content: catholic-daily-reflections.comCopyright © 2025 My Catholic Life! Inc. All rights reserved. Used with permission via RSS feed.

Join us for a soul-stirring episode as we dive into Romans Chapter 3, continuing our journey through Saint Paul's powerful epistle. In this heartfelt message, we explore the profound truth that God's faithfulness remains unshaken, even when human belief falters. Reflecting on the spiritual significance of circumcision and the grace of God, this episode reminds us that salvation is a divine gift, not earned by works but received through faith. With wisdom drawn from Psalms, Deuteronomy, and Ephesians, we're challenged to live authentically as Christians, ensuring our actions honor Christ's name. Perfect for believers seeking to deepen their understanding of God's unchangeable love and grace.

Finishing season 6 off on a high, we have special guest David Bickerstaff - co-director of Exhibition on Screen's ‘Caravaggio' - exploring the true nature of the artist behind the ‘Bad Boy of Baroque' persona... Support the show

We talked to Genevieve Furtner, who Govenor Tim Walz called the "Queen of Walleye," about all things fish: the DNR hatchery in Saint Paul, the State Fair fish pond, where baby walleye come from, what a "tiger muskie" is, why we stock lakes, and how much of an impact anglers have on the state economy. Links Egg harvesting demonstration video Walleye biology The almighty Muskellunge DNR State Hatcheries Saint Paul Hatchery Attributions Our theme song is Tanz den Dobberstein, and our interstitial song is Puck's Blues. Both tracks used by permission of their creator, Erik Brandt. Find out more about his band, The Urban Hillbilly Quartet, on their website. This episode was produced, edited, and transcribed by Stina Neel, and was engineered by Ian R Buck. We're always looking to feature new voices on the show, so if you have ideas for future episodes, drop us a line at podcast@streets.mn. Transcript Find the full transcript on our website.

En 1858, un jeune mousse français de 14 ans, Narcisse Pelletier, embarque à bord du Saint-Paul, un navire parti de Marseille vers l'Extrême-Orient. L'expédition transporte des marchandises et des émigrants italiens, mais au large de la Papouasie, le voyage tourne au drame. Le navire s'échoue sur les récifs de la côte nord-est de l'Australie, dans une zone aujourd'hui connue sous le nom de cap York, l'une des régions les plus isolées du continent.Les survivants, dont Narcisse, tentent d'atteindre la terre ferme à bord d'une chaloupe. Après plusieurs jours d'errance, épuisés et affamés, ils trouvent un point d'eau. Le capitaine, parti chercher de l'aide avec quelques hommes, ordonne au jeune garçon de monter la garde… mais ne revient jamais. Seul, abandonné sur une plage australienne, Narcisse Pelletier est convaincu qu'il va mourir.C'est alors qu'un groupe d'Aborigènes Uutaalnganu, peuple du nord du Queensland, le découvre. Loin de l'hostilité que craignait le jeune Français, ils le recueillent, le nourrissent et finissent par l'adopter. Ils le baptisent Amglo, et il devient, au fil des années, l'un des leurs.Narcisse apprend à chasser, à pêcher, à fabriquer des outils en pierre et en bois. Il se couvre de peinture rituelle, participe aux cérémonies, parle la langue locale, et épouse les coutumes du clan. Pendant dix-sept ans, il vit totalement intégré à cette communauté, oubliant jusqu'à ses origines européennes. Il n'est plus un marin perdu : il est un homme du bush.Mais en 1875, son destin bascule une seconde fois. Un navire britannique, le John Bell, longe la côte. Les marins remarquent un homme nu, à la peau claire, vivant parmi les autochtones. Narcisse est “retrouvé” et conduit à Sydney. Là, les autorités françaises apprennent son identité : le garçon disparu dix-sept ans plus tôt a survécu. Pourtant, le retour à la “civilisation” est un choc terrible. Il ne parle presque plus français, fuit la foule et le bruit des villes.Revenu à son port natal de Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie, Narcisse Pelletier mène une existence discrète, hanté par le souvenir de son autre famille. Jusqu'à sa mort, en 1894, il restera tiraillé entre deux mondes — celui qu'il avait quitté et celui qu'il avait aimé. Son histoire, à mi-chemin entre le naufrage et la renaissance, demeure l'un des récits les plus émouvants de l'aventure humaine. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

MJ, Dan and Dave are back to record a pre-Decision Day podcast. We talk about the last two Loons matches, a draw in Commerce City and an annihilation of the Sporks in Saint Paul. Afterwards we look at the permutations and ramifications of Decision Day. Dave mentions he will be in LA at least 9 times. We end with a wrap-up of a disappointing Gopher Soccer season and Aurora FC making moves

Justin Timberlake BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.Justin Timberlake's health struggles continue to dominate headlines as the pop superstar battles multiple setbacks during his Forget Tomorrow World Tour. TBS News reports the singer cancelled his December second show in Oklahoma City due to a back injury sustained in New Orleans, with doctors ordering additional rest. In his Instagram Stories, Timberlake apologized to fans, writing that he hates cancelling shows but must follow medical advice.This latest cancellation follows a pattern of health issues plaguing the forty-four year old performer. Just weeks ago on October twenty-second, he announced rescheduling several shows from late October through early November after being diagnosed with bronchitis and laryngitis. He had also postponed an October eighth show due to an undisclosed injury. The accumulated cancellations have forced the rescheduling of major stops including Chicago, Detroit, Milwaukee, Grand Rapids, and Saint Paul to February twenty twenty-five.In a surprising revelation, multiple outlets including Variety and AOL report that Timberlake disclosed a Lyme disease diagnosis coinciding with his tour's conclusion. Through Instagram Stories, the singer opened up about battling nerve pain, debilitating fatigue, and physical sickness throughout the tour. He wrote candidly about contemplating stopping the tour entirely but ultimately deciding that his love of performing outweighed the physical challenges. Timberlake emphasized wanting to be more transparent about his struggles and help others experiencing the disease.On a more positive note, the singer celebrated his thirteenth wedding anniversary with wife Jessica Biel this week. Both posted sweet tributes on social media, with Timberlake sharing photos and writing that their wedding seemed like just yesterday. The couple, who married in October twenty twelve in Italy, share two sons together.Looking ahead, Timberlake is confirmed to headline Lollapalooza Paris on July twentieth twenty twenty-five at the Paris Longchamp racecourse, though questions remain about whether his ongoing health issues will impact future tour dates. The Forget Tomorrow World Tour, which began in April twenty twenty-four in Vancouver, is currently scheduled to conclude in Paris on July twentieth.Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Paul's 1st Epistle to the Thessalonians was the earliest compositions of the New Testament, written around 51 A.D., nearly 20 years before Mark's gospel was composed. The letter was written at the beginning of what is known as Paul's second missionary journey, in which he conveys his understanding of his mission.What does it mean to be a slave to Christ?When the Risen Christ has become the center of your life, how is that displayed in your ordinary experience?

Learn about the virtue of courage and its place among the other cardinal virtues.Support us on Patreon for Member access to our special podcast series where we go in depth on books of the Bible. Ongoing season: Exodus. You will also gain access to the entire archive of Season 1: The Gospel of John.Apply for Saint Paul's House of FormationEmail usMusic by Richard Proulx and the Cathedral Singers from Sublime Chant. Copyright GIA Publications Word & Table Episode Index

Learn about the virtue of courage and its place among the other cardinal virtues.Support us on Patreon for Member access to our special podcast series where we go in depth on books of the Bible. Ongoing season: Exodus. You will also gain access to the entire archive of Season 1: The Gospel of John.Apply for Saint Paul's House of FormationEmail usMusic by Richard Proulx and the Cathedral Singers from Sublime Chant. Copyright GIA Publications Word & Table Episode Index

Recently, the Saint Paul the Apostle Church choir in New York City had the exciting opportunity to perform an original song called “Love More” at Pope Leo XIV's general audience. Father Dave lives and serves at Saint Paul the Apostle, and he discusses the profound moment with the song's composer, J. Oconer Navarro.

We check out chapter 97 from the New Testament section of A Practical Commentary on Holy Scripture.Please support the Our Lady of Fatima Podcast:http://buymeacoffee.com/TerenceMStantonSubscribe to our Substack:https://terencemstanton.substack.comLike and subscribe on YouTube:https://m.youtube.com/@OurLadyOfFatimaPodcastFollow us on X:@FatimaPodcastThank you!

I am super excited to be hosting this Behavioral Health Integration live event! I am equally excited to learn and get to know my special guest Jeremiah Gardner as well as his special work in the recovery field. I am also honored to help promote and learn more about a very special event coming soon called the UPLIFT & UPHOLD: Mental Health, Addiction Recovery, and the Law. This one-of-a-kind multidisciplinary gathering—the only “Mobilize Recovery Campus Surge 2025” event to be held on a law school campus—is inspired by a simple concept: that to advance justice, empower recovery, confront stigma, reform systems and stay healthy ourselves, we are stronger together. More information on the event This even will be taking place on October Saturday, October 11, 2025 from 1:00 PM to 4:30 PM (Central Time) Location: Mitchell Hamline School of Law Auditorium · 875 Summit Ave, Saint Paul, MN Mobilize Recovery email: info@mobilizerecovery.org Jeremiah's contact information linkedin.com/in/jeremiah-gardner-recovery hazeldenbettyford.org  Sponsor CalmiGo Enter the code BHIPODCAST  for $30 off the device. calmigo.com?fid=614&utm_source=affiliatly&utm_medium=influencer&utm_campaign=Jacob_Minnig-614&utm_content=facebook-ig&utm_term=BHIPODCAST&source=affiliatly&placement=facebook-ig&medium=influencer&aff_id=614&aff_name=Jacob_Minnig&coupon_code=BHIPODCAST

Friends, in our second reading this Sunday, Paul writes to Timothy, “Remember Jesus Christ, raised from the dead, a descendant of David: such is my gospel.” The Gospel is not the ethical teachings of Jesus or the doctrinal teachings of Saint Paul; the Gospel is Jesus himself. And Christianity is not a noble spiritual path or a set of ideas; it's a relationship to Jesus. All those other things are great and follow from him—but it's about him!

We look into chapter 96 from the New Testament section of A Practical Commentary on Holy Scripture.Please support the Our Lady of Fatima Podcast: http://buymeacoffee.com/TerenceMStantonSubscribe to our Substack:https://terencemstanton.substack.comLike and subscribe on YouTube:https://m.youtube.com/@OurLadyOfFatimaPodcastFollow us on X:@FatimaPodcastThank you!

Greg Glynn, founder and CEO of Pliable sits down with Mark O'Connor to talk about his boxing career and how he used his talented hands in the ring to then write a book. Mark is from Saint Paul, Minnesota, and discusses his inspirational book, 'It's About Time,' In 2024, Mark received the 2024 Minnesota Irish Network Literary Award from Tim Nolan for his collection of short stories and poems. Mark Connor is a Literary Pugilist from Saint Paul, Minnesota. A lifelong boxer and Boxing Trainer, he runs a service called, Fighting Chance/Boxing For Life. His writing about Boxing, as well as his training services, can be found at https://boxersandwritersmagazine.com. He writes fiction, poetry, and journalism. He is the 2022 Boxing inductee to the Mancini's St. Paul Sports Hall of Fame. He attended the University of St. Thomas in Saint Paul, Regis University in Denver, Colorado, and graduated with a BA in English from the University of Minnesota. He has written and published many articles about Boxing, Irish culture, and people and events related to Irish freedom. He has also published local news and features on business, politics, and current affairs in Minnesota and the U.S. His Substack newsletter, Irish, Catholic, Punchdrunk in Saint Paul, can be found at https://markconnoricpunchdrunk.substack.com. In this episode of the Athlete Brand Advisor Podcast, Mark talks about why he wrote the book and then shares some of his poetry with the listeners as well.  Links: boxersandwritersmagazines.com/books

Thirty Second Street Jazz gives fresh Spins to important Jazz. Friday October 10 at 7pm at Metronome in Saint Paul, Thirty Second Street Jazz plays its take on the Miles Davis LP Kind of Blue, plus its original music and unique mashups. But what's a mashup? When bassist Scott Anderson talked to Phil Nusbaum about Thirty Second Street Jazz, Scott first addressed the difference between a mashup and a medley.

In this episode, the monthly series called “What Are the Sisters Reading?” continues. My guest for the month of October is from the Daughters of Saint Paul. Sister Allison Regina Gliot, FSP, shares about a young adult book she wrote called "The Curse He Chose," a riveting, genre-bending vampire book, the first installment of the In Aeternum trilogy, which unites the suspense of urban fantasy with the Christian drama of sin, grace, and redemption.   To check out more books on the Catholic faith and religious items of interest at the Pauline Books and Media Center at 1025 King Street in Alexandria, please click here.

Planning to explore France without renting a car? In this episode of the Join Us in France Travel Podcast, host Annie Sargent talks with solo traveler Helena Fedorec about her practical, budget-friendly journey across France. The episode, Discover France by Train and Bus: A Solo Traveler's Budget Guide, is packed with tips for anyone eager to see more of France using public transportation. Listen to this episode ad-free Helena shares how she built her itinerary around France's excellent train and regional bus network, saving money and skipping the stress of driving. She proves that it's possible to travel solo in comfort, even at 70, and enjoy a rich, flexible experience. Her journey included Nice, Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, Menton, Èze, Cagnes-sur-Mer, Saint-Paul-de-Vence, Toulouse, Bordeaux, La Rochelle, Île de Ré, Angers, Chartres, Paris, Fontenay-aux-Roses, Domaine de Sceaux near Paris. Each stop brought new discoveries—historic towns, museums, vibrant markets, and scenic routes. She highlights the value of regional trains (TER) and intercity buses for reaching charming towns and hidden gems. Annie and Helena talk about booking strategies, the pros and cons of rail passes, and how to keep travel costs low without missing out on memorable experiences. They also share tips for traveling off-season, packing light, and making the most of France's reliable public transit. If you're curious about car-free travel in France, or you want to stretch your budget while exploring French culture and history, this conversation offers inspiration and practical guidance.

Francis Scott Fitzgerald (Saint Paul, Minnesota, 1896-Hollywood, 1940). Es uno de los mejores exponentes de la literatura norteamericana del siglo XX. Es el autor 'A este lado del paraíso', 'Hermosos y malditos', 'El Gran Gatsby' y 'Suave es la noche'. Su novela póstuma es 'El último magnate'. Es también autor de extraordinarios relatos como 'El curioso caso de Benjamin Button'. 'Suave es la noche' se publicó en 1934. 

Twenty-fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time CSeptember 21, 2025  Hello and welcome to the Word, bringing you the Good News of Jesus Christ every day from the Redemptorists of the Baltimore Province. I am Fr. Karl Esker from the Basilica of our Lady of Perpetual Help in Brooklyn, NY. Today is the Twenty-fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time. Our reading today is from the holy gospel according to Luke Jesus said to his disciples, "A rich man had a steward who was reported to him for squandering his property. He summoned him and said, 'What is this I hear about you? Prepare a full account of your stewardship, because you can no longer be my steward.' The steward said to himself, 'What shall I do, now that my master is taking the position of steward away from me? I am not strong enough to dig and I am ashamed to beg. I know what I shall do so that, when I am removed from the stewardship, they may welcome me into their homes.' He called in his master's debtors one by one. To the first he said, 'How much do you owe my master?' He replied, 'One hundred measures of olive oil.' He said to him, 'Here is your promissory note. Sit down and quickly write one for fifty.' Then to another the steward said, 'And you, how much do you owe?' He replied, 'One hundred kors of wheat.' The steward said to him, 'Here is your promissory note; write one for eighty.' And the master commended that dishonest steward for acting prudently. "For the children of this world are more prudent in dealing with their own generation than are the children of light. I tell you, make friends for yourselves with dishonest wealth, so that when it fails, you will be welcomed into eternal dwellings. The person who is trustworthy in very small matters is also trustworthy in great ones; and the person who is dishonest in very small matters is also dishonest in great ones. If, therefore, you are not trustworthy with dishonest wealth, who will trust you with true wealth? If you are not trustworthy with what belongs to another, who will give you what is yours? No servant can serve two masters. He will either hate one and love the other, or be devoted to one and despise the other. You cannot serve both God and mammon."The gospel of the Lord.Homily The parable in today's gospel is not a homey metaphor we often expect from Jesus' parables. It is a brutal presentation of class exploitation and an example of the lengths to which an unscrupulous person will go for self-preservation. Still, Jesus is able to find a positive message in the actions of the unjust steward and bemoans the fact that those dedicated to the kingdom of God are not as single-minded. We need to understand that the size of the debts in the parable was very large and would be difficult to pay back. The steward had erred in allowing his master's clients to accumulate such large debts. And then, to ingratiate himself with those same clients, he reduces their debts, also by large amounts. We can imagine the shock and joy on the faces of the debtors as their debts were written down. More difficult is imagining the face of the master. He could have lost money, but overnight his reputation had gone from Mr. Scrooge to Santa Claus. The townspeople would be telling everyone what a good guy he was. And in Jesus' neighborhood, that kind of capital was worth more than the money. The point Jesus was trying to make is that even an unjust steward can be good to his neighbors, when his own life is on the line; and he questions why it is so difficult for his disciples to be good to one another, when eternal life is on the line? Jesus seems to be saying that the goods of this earth are to be used in building up and caring for one another, and if we cannot learn the proper use of the goods of the earth, how will we ever learn to use the spiritual goods of God's kingdom? Taking advantage of one another seems to be rooted in our human nature since the fall of Adam and Eve. In the first reading, the prophet Amos condemns those “who trample upon the needy and destroy the poor of the land!” Even though they kept the Sabbath and the holy days, they were anxious for them to be over, so that they could get back to making a profit. And yet we admire people like Mother Theresa of Calcutta and Dorothy Day for their dedication to serving the poor. Jesus tells us that admiration is not enough; we need to imitate their virtue. In the second reading, Saint Paul gives us one of the roads to the goods of the kingdom: Prayer. “Beloved: I ask that supplications, prayers, petitions, and thanksgivings be offered for everyone, for kings and for all in authority, that we may lead a quiet and tranquil life in all devotion and dignity.” We must ask God for the graces of justice, kindness and mercy for our leaders as well as for ourselves. And he continues: “It is my wish, then, that in every place the men should pray, lifting up holy hands, without anger or argument.” And then we must set about turning into reality the things that we have prayed for, serving not so much the world, as our fellow pilgrims in the world. For, as Jesus said: “No servant can serve two masters. He will either hate one and love the other, or be devoted to one and despise the other. You cannot serve both God and mammon." May God bless you. Fr. Karl E. Esker CSsR Basilica of our Lady of Perpetual Help Brooklyn, NY

This week, we reflect on the challenging times that have shaken the Christian world, particularly the recent martyrdom of our beloved brothers and sisters, including the tragic loss of two young brothers at the Church of Annunciation, a sister attacked on public transport, and the heartbreaking school shooting that took two more precious lives. We honor the memory of our brother Charles James Kirk, whose faithful witness to Christ has left an indelible mark, and our brother Ashur Sarnaya, murdered for preaching the Gospel in France. Through these trials, we are reminded of the call to martyrdom and the blessed persecution that comes with living for the Lord.With faith as our anchor, we explore the apostles' authority and the oral traditions that have shaped the Church, drawing from Acts of the Apostles to understand how the early Church navigated challenges with the guidance of the Holy Spirit. We revisit Saint James' wisdom on addressing the Gentiles, emphasizing the importance of abstaining from sexual immorality and honoring God's law, while celebrating the unity of apostles, presbyters, and the faithful community in upholding truth. This episode encourages us to hold fast to the traditions—both written and spoken—passed down through the ages, as we see in the lives of Saint Peter and Saint Paul. As we bear our crosses, we find comfort in Christ's promise to be with us, offering solace to those grieving, like our sister Erika and her daughters, and praying for the eternal rest of those who have gone before us.

Final hour of our final show of the season at Target Field - we break down both the latest in the Mangione case as well as the update with the Charlie Kirk case as well Then we dive into higher Saint Paul taxes, the wait for 911 in Ramsey County and dumping goldfish into a lake! Then we take the Temp of the Twins! Then we debate is it PeCAN or Pecan?

From the latest with Charlie Kirk and the Luigi Mangioni case and also we continue with the DeRush Hour News Headlines featuring 911 calls, Saint Paul taxes and goldfish taking a dive!

Friends, this year, the Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross falls on a Sunday, so we have the great privilege of reflecting a bit more deeply on this marvelous and, frankly, disconcerting and odd feast. The Roman cross was a horrific, terrifying symbol of tyrannical power. And yet the first Christians emerge exalting the cross of Jesus. They don't hide it or pretend he died some other way; on the contrary, Saint Paul says, “I resolved to know nothing while I was with you except Jesus Christ, and him crucified.” How do we begin to explain this?