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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 ...

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 ...

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

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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Delivered by Vici from the Parish of Saint John the Baptist in the Archdiocese of Jakarta, Indonesia. Romans 5: 12.15b.17-19.20b-21; Rs psalm 40: 7-8a.8b-9.10.17; Luke 12: 35-38.THE WATCHFUL SERVANT Our meditation today is entitled: The WatchfulServant. There is a general assumption that gives more negative impression thanpositive on the relationship between master and servant or boss andsubordinate. We normally see no equal and harmonious relationship between thetwo. All that is obvious to us is fear, hidden plan, extreme caution, and evenhatred. However, there was a middle-class businessman once shared his point ofview which is the opposite. He is the boss of his company. He and hundreds ofhis employees experience with each other the mutual trust and respect. There is joy, cooperation and mutual understandingbetween them. The presence of the boss among the employees is a blessing.Meanwhile, when the boss is absent for some times, all the employees will misshim. The boss, his wife and the entire family have been for them their fosterparents and family. One of the many fine attentions from this boss that all theemployees always remember is the solution given to each problem of everyemployee.  So the presence andintervention of the boss is highly anticipated. These employees can be seen in the same picture withthe joyful servants, narrated in the parable of the Gospel of today, who arewatchful while awaiting for their master to come at an unexpected moment. Thisis a reflection on God's people, that is, all of us, as we await the coming ofthe Lord Jesus Christ. We are sinners, but we have joy and priviledge towelcome the Lord Jesus, our Savior. So as people of faith, we have confidenceand readiness to welcome the Lord's coming that brings us salvation.  Saint Paul reminds us that sin entered the world whenAdam first fell into sin. As consequence, death also spreads to everyone. ButGod's love is far greater than sin and death. Where there is sin, there is evengreater mercy and love. Only one act of love of Jesus Christ, all mankindreceive the special gift of redeemtion and then obtain salvation. Faith leadsus to accept and make Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior. Our acts of vigilance and welcoming the Lord actuallycan happen any place and any time. The watchful servants are those who arehappy with the opportunity to meet the Lord who comes to their lives at anygiven situation. That experience can be at the moment of prayer, when the wordof God is heard, during the receiving of the sacraments, at the time of renewaland spiritual guidance and of course when one's own death comes. We are alwaysreminded not to loose all those opportunities because of our ignorance and unpreparedness.We just want to know that God pleases to come to us and we are happy to haveencounter with Him.Let us pray. In the name of the Father... O God of all graces,thank You abundantly that we are justified by our faith in Jesus Christ. MayYour Spirit always teach us in all Your truth. Hail Mary, full of grace... Inthe name of the Father...

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.

Delivered by Randy from the Parish of Christ The King in the Archdiocese of Makassar, Indonesia. Romans 4: 20-25; Rs psalm 1: 69-70.71-71.73-75; Luke 12: 13-21.WE ARE COUNTED BY GOD Our meditation todayis entitled: We Are Counted by God. There is a teenager boy who once was talkingon something with his mother. He questioned why he had been baptized as aninfant, whereas if he was now a teenager, he himself would choose to bebaptized. He wanted to do his own profession of faith. But the motherexplained, that his choice and profession of faith were already represented byhis parents. This is exactly whatproclaimed by Saint Paul in his Letter to the Romans, that through the faith ofAbraham, we all share in the same faith. Every baptized person follows this sayand is represented, as in the baptism of that teenager, to take part in the savingwork of Jesus Christ. When someone is counted, it means he or she is on list ofthe plan and work of God. We are counted on that list because we follow andshare in the life of Christ. Abraham had all this experience of faith when hewas alive. All who are after him also have his share of faith. The generous andalmighty God counts on everyone and has their names in the list. But beingregistered is not without any measure. There must be a standard of being chosenand completing requirements. The door is narrow and every one must be able topass through it. Whoever is found not wearing the dress party for the banquetof the Lord will be rejected to enter the kingdom of God. Those who do not denythemselves and take up their crosses are not worthy of Him. These are thestandard examples that we find in the scriptures. In other words, thecondition that is asked from us is to follow the standards of Jesus Christ.Today's Gospel reaffirms condition according to that standard, that a person ismade worthy and being counted in the plan of salvation. Our main achievement isof the spiritual growth and the salvation of our souls. The word of God and allHis commands are the sources of nourishment for our spiritual growth. Then whatwe can establish on this earth is a life of the kingdom of God. Although we areindeed in the world and cannot be separated from physical reality and sociallife, it is our spiritual dimension that must animate and direct this life.Because if there is no spiritual power that directs our lives, and if onlyphysical-material-social orientation that lead this world, our fate on thisworld will be like the rich man with abundant fruits of his lands but hopelessto possess the Kingdom of God, as told by the today's Gospel. What use of allthings, materials, reputation, titles and achievements of fame in this world,if none of these can let a person to be counted by the Lord! Precisely theaccount is about our souls, our spiritual life, which follows the way of JesusChrist. Let's pray. In the name of the Father... O Lord Jesus, purify our hearts that we may be able to follow the way thatleads us to Your heart, and to carry out the will of the Father. Our Father inheaven ... In the name of the Father ...

Delivered by Celine and Melinda from the Parish of Saint Marinus Yohanes in the Diocese of Surabaya, Indonesia. Exodus 17: 8-13; Rs psalm 121: 1-2.3-4.5-6.7-8; 2 Timothy 3: 14 - 4: 2; Luke 18: 1-8.GOD'S WILL THAT HAPPENS The title for ourmeditation on this 29th Sunday in ordinary time is: God's Will That Happens. Prayeris the means by which we are always in contact with God. Our prayers are alwaysin the form of activities such as saying or expressing words, singing praises,doing meditation or contemplation, writing expressions of the heart, and makingcertain body movements. We always direct ourprayers to God. All our prayers arrive at the final destination in God. Thereis no further destination or place for all our prayers to arrive except to findGod and to remain in him. Once a mother explained to her son, that in God thereis a place that is so big and will never be full, although from the beginning allprayers and requests have been sending from the world to God. We pray day andnight and every time, but we have never heard or read from the scriptures thatthe place in heaven is full and can not afford anymore to load our prayers. When we pray, that's themoment our prayers reach God. Saint Bernard, in his reflection and prayer,believes strongly that our prayers go directly to God. There are no obstaclesor a long and complicated journey that make our prayers delay or lost the wayto God. What maybe often becomes our question is whether our prayers areanswered in accordance to what we want or not. Usually what we wantis a quick answer that benefits us. It is here when temptation comes.  We are tempted when our desires and requestsare not yet answered. As we keep strongly our own will and demand God to followour way, this is precisely where our main weakness stands. This means that welose sight of another side the true attitude in prayer which is we must dependon God's will. We must trust in God's loving care and divine providence. So the importantmessage for us is: we express our own desires and requests through prayers, butwe leave it to God who wills to make it happen. Our duty is to pray and continueto pray. Even though we often do not stop begging and never give up, thisremains as our duty to pray to the Lord. God's duty is to listen and answer us.Sooner or later God will answer us for His time is perfect and we are simplyblessed to have all the love that we need in life. This is the will of God thathappens. We have learned infaith that God's goodness and mercy to answer our prayers is our basic truth.God never lies and never fails in His fidelity and mercy. Saint Paul's advicewould be a guide for us: we must hold on to the truth that we have received andwe believe. Let's pray. In the name of the Father... O heavenly Father, may this Sunday celebration of the holy Euchariststrengthen our faith in You and sustain our love towards our neigbours. HailMary, full of grace ... In the name of the Father ...

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.

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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

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.

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!

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 of Paul: His Epistles and What They Mean, Dcn. Jim McFadden talks about Paul and his conversion. (September 29, 2025)Unlike the dearth of biographical information for the Gospel writers, The Acts of the Apostles furnishes us with a host of details about Paul's life, his missionary toils and sermons, his relationship to the churches, to Judaism and the Roman authorities.

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.

In this inaugural episode of Paul: His Epistles and What they Mean, Dcn. Jim McFadden talks about Pauline theology.

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. 

Dans cette édition :Nicolas Sarkozy contre-attaque après sa condamnation à 5 ans de prison, dénonçant une violation de l'état de droit et une volonté d'humiliation.Les tensions entre la Russie et les pays de l'OTAN s'intensifient avec de multiples incursions de drones et d'avions de combat russes dans l'espace aérien européen.La cathédrale Saint-Pierre et Saint-Paul de Nantes renaît de ses cendres 5 ans après un incendie criminel, avec la réouverture au public prévue aujourd'hui.La hausse des cas de Covid se poursuit en France, avec l'apparition d'un nouveau variant surnommé "Frankenstein" qui s'avère particulièrement contagieux.Un homme de 20 ans d'origine afghane a été placé en détention provisoire après le viol et la mort d'une octogénaire à Niort.Notre équipe a utilisé un outil d'Intelligence artificielle via les technologies d'Audiomeans© pour accompagner la création de ce contenu écrit.Hébergé par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Chaque jour, retrouvez le journal de 8h de la rédaction d'Europe 1 pour faire le tour de l'actuHébergé par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Cinq ans après l'incendie criminel qui avait ravagé son intérieur, la cathédrale Saint-Pierre-et-Saint-Paul de Nantes rouvre ses portes ce week end. Une grande cérémonie pour saluer les artisans de la restauration avant le réveil de l'orgue et un concert exceptionnel. Dimanche, la messe de réouverture marquera le retour des fidèles et des paroissiens, heureux de retrouver leur cathédrale. Autour de l'édifice, commerçants et habitants voient aussi renaître toute la vie du quartier.Hébergé par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Chaque jour, retrouvez le journal de 8h de la rédaction d'Europe 1 pour faire le tour de l'actuHébergé par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

L'émission 28 minutes du 26/09/2025 Ce vendredi, Renaud Dély décrypte l'actualité en compagnie de nos clubistes : Isabelle Saporta, essayiste et éditorialiste, Nesrine Slaoui, écrivaine et journaliste, et Philippe Manière, essayiste et Président-confondateur de Vae Solis Communications, ainsi que le dessinateur de presse Pascal Gros. Faut-il priver de droits civiques les grandes fortunes qui fuiraient la France ?  Les mesures budgétaires du nouveau Premier ministre Sébastien Lecornu, dont le gouvernement n'est pour l'heure pas encore formé, sont très attendues, notamment sur la question de la taxation des ultra-riches. Cette problématique est au cœur du débat fiscal depuis la proposition de l'économiste Gabriel Zucman de mettre en place un impôt plancher de 2 % sur les patrimoines de plus de 100 millions d'euros. Derrière la taxe Zucman, se cache un autre débat : que faire face aux menaces de départ du territoire national des grandes fortunes françaises ? Le député de la Somme, François Ruffin, a évoqué cette semaine sur RMC la possibilité d'une “privation des droits civiques" de ceux qui quitteraient la France. L'économiste Thomas Piketty est, lui aussi, allé dans le sens de mesures coercitives, dans une interview pour l'agence de presse “Bloomberg” : “Si vous ne payez pas, vous vous mettez dans la même situation que toute personne qui décide de ne pas payer ses impôts. Vos avoirs peuvent être gelés, vous pouvez être arrêté à l'aéroport. C'est la vie des gens normaux.”5 ans ferme pour Nicolas Sarkozy : État de droit protecteur ou oppresseur ?  Jeudi 25 septembre, l'ancien président de la République Nicolas Sarkozy a été condamné à 5 ans de prison ferme pour “association de malfaiteurs” dans le procès sur le financement libyen de sa campagne présidentielle de 2007. Cette condamnation est assortie d'un mandat de dépôt à effet différé avec exécution provisoire, impliquant son incarcération prochaine. Nicolas Sarkozy sera donc convoqué le 13 octobre devant le Parquet national financier pour connaître les modalités de son incarcération. À la sortie du tribunal, l'ancien chef de l'État a fustigé cette décision, qu'il qualifie d'“une gravité extrême pour l'État de droit”. “S'ils veulent absolument que je dorme en prison, je dormirai en prison. Mais la tête haute. Je suis innocent”, a-t-il ajouté. Ce serait la première fois dans l'histoire de la Cinquième République qu'un président est emprisonné. Nous recevons l'historien et écrivain Bruno Fuligni qui publie “Voyage en France australe”, aux éditions Allary. Bruno Fuligni embarque le lecteur à la découverte de ces terres lointaines dont la simple évocation fait rêver : les îles Crozet, Kerguelen, Amsterdam, Saint-Paul, ou encore leurs cousines tropicales les îles Éparses. Ce voyage s'opère aussi dans le temps car Bruno Fuligni est le premier à avoir pu consulter les archives historiques de ces territoires. “La plus grande arnaque jamais menée contre le monde.” Voici les mots choisis par Donald Trump pour qualifier le changement climatique, à la tribune des Nations unies. Lors d'un discours prononcé mercredi soir par visioconférence, Xi Jinping, le président chinois a pris le contre-pied du président américain en affirmant, lui, que la Chine réduirait ses émissions nettes de gaz à effet de serre de 7 à 10 % d'ici 2035. C'est le duel de la semaine de Frédéric Says. C'est l'histoire d'une panne d'escalator devenue un incident diplomatique. Avant de prononcer son discours à l'Assemblée générale de l'ONU, l'escalier mécanique emprunté par Donald Trump et son épouse Melania Trump s'est arrêté, déclenchant la colère du président américain. La Maison Blanche a dénoncé un sabotage. C'est le point com de Marjorie Adelson.Enfin, ne manquez pas la Une de l'hebdomadaire italien “L'Espresso” sur Vladimir Poutine, les photos de la semaine soigneusement sélectionnées par nos invités, ainsi que Le Monde des choses, la nouvelle chronique de David Castello-Lopes !28 minutes est le magazine d'actualité d'ARTE, présenté par Élisabeth Quin du lundi au jeudi à 20h05. Renaud Dély est aux commandes de l'émission le vendredi et le samedi. Ce podcast est coproduit par KM et ARTE Radio. Enregistrement 26 septembre 2025 Présentation Renaud Dély Production KM, ARTE Radio

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

Charlie Kirk's murder on a Utah stage in September 2025 was not just another grim entry in the catalog of American political violence. It was a detonation — the moment when a single blasting cap set off a chain reaction that no one could fully control. To understand it, we need less the vocabulary of day-to-day politics and more the physics of escalation.In a nuclear weapon, you don't need much fissile material to create an unimaginable blast. What you need are precisely shaped conventional charges — “explosive lenses” — timed to compress the core into criticality. Small charges, aimed correctly, unlock apocalyptic force. Political violence, as history shows, operates on the same principle. One bullet in Sarajevo, fired by a young nationalist named Gavrilo Princip, compressed the fragile alliances of Europe into total war. The Treaty of Versailles, meant to end that war, functioned instead as a pause that guaranteed another. Small detonations, brittle systems, spirals without ceilings.Charlie Kirk's assassination functioned as just such a lens. The man himself was controversial, adored on the right, despised on the left, mocked by late-night comedians, venerated by his followers as a cultural warrior and, in some quarters, even as a modern Saint Paul. But the meaning of his death lies less in the biographical details than in the cascade it triggered: presidential proclamations, half-staff flags, memorials filling stadiums, new laws drafted in grief and vengeance. Within hours, the online square divided into camps: those mourning, those jeering, those hunted for failing to mourn properly. Employers fired staffers who made jokes; activists doxxed students who cheered; even foreign governments issued statements of condolence or disdain. The assassination became implosion.The reaction illustrates what I called, in an earlier essay, the ladder of escalation. Words treated as violence. Violence treated as legitimacy. Cancel culture feeding into martyrdom. Martyrdom feeding into repression. Each rung climbs higher until there is no way down. History is littered with moments where a single flashpoint cascaded into an epochal rupture: Sarajevo in 1914, Kristallnacht in 1938, Dallas in 1963. What begins as an act of brutality quickly becomes a referendum on legitimacy itself.Why is Kirk's case so combustible? Because he was not a marginal figure. He was beloved by a sitting president, courted by world leaders, followed by millions. He represented, to his supporters, the silent majority finally speaking. To his enemies, he embodied the weaponization of grievance. That polarity meant his assassination could not be absorbed as a tragic crime; it had to be read as symbol, as trigger, as proof.And once symbols replace arguments, escalation is automatic. Trump promised a crackdown on enemies. JD Vance vowed institutional purges. Cardinals and pop stars consecrated Kirk as martyr. Meanwhile, conspiracy theories bloomed: Was the shooter Antifa? A Groyper? A false-flag pawn of Ukraine, Israel, Russia? Like radiation after a blast, the speculation itself became toxic fuel.The lesson is the same one Sarajevo teaches: small charges, aimed at brittle systems, create explosions whose shockwaves last generations. If every offensive post is treated as treason, if every death is weaponized into mandate, then the republic ceases to be a forum and becomes instead a minefield.The answer, paradoxically, is mercy. Protect the square. Let ugly words be answered with argument, not annihilation. Let crimes be punished through law, not mobs. Otherwise, Kirk's death will not be remembered as a tragedy but as a trigger — the moment America's fissile material reached critical mass.

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.

Avec le Père Frédéric Flota

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!

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?

Wandering Works for Us PodcastDate:  17 September 2025Title: UK Trip Part 1: London and EdinburghSummary of EpisodeThis August, we decided to try to escape the tourists in our village and went to places where there were more tourists! We've become so European (ha!). We spent three lovely days in London with our niece, Katey, and seeing Buckingham Palace, Saint Paul's Cathedral, walking around the Black Friars, and saw Sean Hayes at the Barbican Theater in his award winning role, Good Night, Oscar.We then headed north to Scotland, where we spent the rest of our time exploring new cities and villages and meeting some amazing people. Check out below what we did while we were there!Key TopicsPart 1 London: [03:30] Dinner at Slaughtered Lamb [04:38] Walked around Mayfair in London, ate at Popina, met a dog[06:08] Buckingham Palace State Room Visit –Beth loves to talk about the Royals[16:45] Beer drinking at Bag O'Nails  [18:15] Dishoom Indian Restaurant–loved!!! High-quality Indian food[19:35] Staying in the Black Friars[20:35]  Saint Paul's Cathedral, Christopher Wren, The Old Bell Tavern, Winston Churchill gates in the crypt.[25:25] Good Night, Oscar at the Barbican Theater[28:45] Cross, Platform 9 ¾, train travel and bus travel.Part 2 Edinburgh–30:55[32:00] Dinner at Makars Mash –highly recommend[33:30] Edinburgh Military Tattoo–check out our YouTube video.[42:40] Writers Museum–Highlights Scotlands best: Robert Louis Stevenson, Robert Burns, and Sir Walter Scott[44:45] Howies RestaurantFor more info on Edinburgh, check out our first podcast on the city on Spotify or where ever you like to listen.Important Links To follow all of our antics and adventures, please visit our social media pages and our website at wwforus.com! You can send us a message at any of these places and feel free to email us at wandering@wwforus.comLike what we are doing? Buy us a gin and tonic and help us keep going!InstagramFacebookTiktokYouTubeLooking for a tour guide in Portugal? I have a whole list!Blog post for this episode–Both blog posts are updated –3 Days in Edinburgh and First Trip to LondonThanks to Everyone who has been so supportive!Special thanks to all of you who have listened, subscribed, followed us on social media and just took the time to say hello and tell us how much you enjoy our podcast and blog. YOU GUYS ARE THE BEST!!RESOURCES & LINKSSpecial shout outs to AL and Leanne of A Sideways Life that has given us so much help and support for the move. To Gal and Mayaan at Smoozitive with their love and support. Please check out their podcasts on Apple Podcasts A Sideways Life website and podcastSmoozitive website (if you are moving abroad, these women are experts and will help you out!)Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/wandering-works-for-us/donations

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?

What is the meaning of 'striving' in the Bible? What is Jesus encouraging us to do when he says to "strive to enter through the narrow door?"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

My bike ride conversation with Rep. Kaohly Her, who is running for mayor of Saint Paul.Support our sponsor: betterthan94.org/open-letterListen: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wedgeliveJoin the conversation: https://bsky.app/profile/wedge.liveSupport the show: https://patreon.com/wedgeliveWedge LIVE theme song by Anthony Kasper x LaFontsee

What do we know about Mary from the New Testament scriptures? What do the episodes of her life recorded in the Gospels and Acts reveal about her character and vocation and that of her son Jesus?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

At a time when leaders and organizations are navigating constant change, many are searching for new ways to create harmony, resilience, and greater impact. Our guest in Episode 240 of The Mindset Game® podcast, Arnaud Saint-Paul, is a philanthropist and award-winning entrepreneur who has directly guided hundreds of individuals and inspired more than 50 million people worldwide to embrace heart-centered living.  In this conversation, Arnaud shares: Why coherence – a state of alignment between the heart, brain, and nervous system – is the foundation for leadership, innovation, and lasting impact How unresolved patterns from the past can create emotional discord in our work, and practical ways to transform them through forgiveness, compassion, and presence Practical tools – from simple pauses to conscious breathing – to bring more peace, clarity, and unity into everyday decisions To explore Arnaud's work, take the Heart Leadership Assessment, and learn more about the upcoming Heart Leadership Index, visit tapuat.com. To subscribe to The Mindset Game® podcast or leave a review, visit https://apple.co/3oAnR8I

For some completely unknown reason, we're morose today. So let's talk about dementia, CTE, and ransomware. Hey, they're important topics. We also talk about Naked Gun, so it's not all doom and gloom. One day we may even watch it.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What was the warrant, purpose, and ideal for kings in Israel? Was God in favor of it or not?Support us on Patreon for Member access to our special podcast series on the Gospel of John (season 1) and Exodus (season 2) when it releases in July 2025.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

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