Podcast appearances and mentions of Saint Peter

Send us a textThis show reflects on what it means to see the future too clearly and the cost of carrying that vision alone.A few weeks ago, America burned on the monitor behind me. Cameras rolled in Santa Monica. Steve Drobny, founder of Clocktower Group, advisor in global hedge funds, told me to sit straight, but I didn't care. We discussed the future and America's possibly undead economy.The previous night, a girl at a Venice Beach bar asked where I'm from. “The future,” I replied. She was 30, blond, beautiful blue eyes, an image I haven't shaken off. When you return from the future, you're never whole. Details are too sharp, too strange. People blink. They don't want to hear it. That's why I wear goggles. That's why they call me unhinged.Knowing what's next doesn't give control. It gives doubt. It exiles you from Main Street.I vibed on John Buchan's The Gap in the Curtain. A country house, a strange German professor, a handful of guests glimpsing a year ahead. One sees a financial headline. Distant words that unravel everything. Once you've seen what's coming, you carry it like a tumor made of light.I drew a line from that story to Saint Peter in Gethsemane. His denial wasn't betrayal; it was fear dressed as certainty. The same fear I see in markets, politics, people I've loved. We say "impossible" when scared. But the future doesn't knock. It slides in through the back door. Think of me as The Back Door Man.That's the curse, not that no one believes you, but that eventually, you stop believing yourself.Our conversation shifted between memories: Blanc Bleu, my house in St. Barts, Bitcoin, bond markets, old debates with giants like Niall Ferguson. Moments I stood and said what no one wanted to hear.Being early feels like being wrong until the chart catches up.The Curse of Knowing isn't about money, it's about myth. Trading safety for clarity. Leaving comfort to speak truths no one's ready for. It's about friends reunited, because ultimately, the only constants are those you love(d).HughSupport the show⬇️ Subscribe on Patreon or Substack for full episodes ⬇️https://www.patreon.com/HughHendryhttps://hughhendry.substack.comhttps://www.instagram.com/hughhendryofficialhttps://blancbleustbarts.comhttps://www.instagram.com/blancbleuofficial⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Leave a five star review and comment on Apple Podcasts!

Fr. John Brancich, FSSP is the pastor of St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Nashua, New Hampshire. He was ordained into the Priestly Fraternity of Saint Peter in 2004. In Today's Show: Is it a mortal sin to shop on a Sunday? Is the marriage of two validly baptized non-Catholics considered a valid marriage? Once in heaven, will it be impossible to sin? How do we worship the same God as Muslims?  Am I praying for souls in purgatory the proper way? Do animals have a relationship with, or knowledge of, God? How do we respond to Mormon missionaries? What are some good holy sites to visit in the Northeast? What age is considered too old to get a blessing from my father? If someone is civilly divorced but the marriage is not annulled, can that person still receive Holy Communion? Is it required for priests to concelebrate the Mass in which he is not the main celebrant? Can you use a rosary to recite the Jesus Prayer? Is Fr. Brancich making a pilgrimage to Rome with the FSSP? Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

Tuesday of the Tenth Week in Ordinary Time. While in Rome, Father Dave explains what we can learn from the two pillars of our Church, Saints Peter and Paul. Saint Peter represents the authority of the Church, while Saint Paul reminds us of our call to serve around the world. Preached at Church of Santo Spirito in Sassia, Rome, Italy on 6-10-25

June 29, 2025

In the grand tapestry of Christian history, few figures shine as brightly as Saints Peter and Paul. Celebrated together on June 29, their shared feast day honors not only their individual missions but also their collective impact on the foundation and expansion of the Roman Catholic Church. As saints, they serve as powerful examples of faith, transformation, and unwavering dedication to Christ.Saint Peter, the humble fisherman, was chosen by Jesus to be the “rock” upon which the Church would be built (Matthew 16:18). Despite moments of weakness—most famously denying Christ three times—Peter's story is one of redemption and leadership. He was the first pope, a shepherd guiding the early Christian community through persecution and uncertainty. His martyrdom in Rome, crucified upside down, marked the ultimate testimony of his love for Christ and his flock. Peter's life reminds the Church that sanctity is not about perfection, but about trust, courage, and surrender to God's will.Saint Paul, once a fierce persecutor of Christians, experienced a dramatic conversion on the road to Damascus. From that moment, his life was entirely dedicated to proclaiming the Gospel to the Gentiles. His letters form a significant part of the New Testament and continue to inspire and instruct the faithful. Paul's fearless missionary journeys, theological insights, and final martyrdom in Rome reveal a heart consumed by the love of Christ and the urgency of evangelization. His life demonstrates that grace can transform even the most hardened hearts into instruments of divine mercy.For the Roman Catholic Church, their legacy is not merely historical—it is living. They are the cornerstones of a Church that is both grounded in apostolic tradition and sent forth in missionary zeal. Their witness challenges every generation to hold fast to the truth and to share it boldly, even at great cost. As saints, Peter and Paul continue to lead the faithful—not from the pulpit or the sword, but from the eternal throne of grace, where they intercede for a Church still walking the path they helped lay.In remembering them, the Church remembers its mission, its roots, and its call to holiness. Saint Peter and Saint Paul, pray for us. --- Help Spread the Good News --- Father Brian's homilies are shared freely thanks to generous listeners like you. If his words have blessed you, consider supporting this volunteer effort. Every gift helps us continue recording and sharing the hope of Jesus—one homily at a time. Give Here: https://frbriansoliven.org/give

Saint Peter & Paul; Apostles Solemnity by Saint Patrick Parish Homilies

Join Fr Rob as he reflects on the Sunday Gospel readings and how we can apply these reflections to our lives today. Saint Peter and Saint Paul, ApostlesGospel: Matthew 16:13-19

The Feast of Saints Peter and Paul, the Chief-Apostles, we are reminded there is a place for everyone in the Kingdom of Heaven. Saint Peter denied even knowing Christ, and Saint Paul went around killing Christians. Both were called by God and repented to become great saints of the Church. It won't matter what we have done or how we have sinned, God will accept us in our repentance. There is always a way back for us.

Homily, Solemnity of Saint Peter and Saint Paul, June 29, 2025, by Pastor, Fr. Jeff VonLehmen

Morning Prayer and the Lord's Supper (Saint Peter's Day 2025) from Trinity Anglican Church (Connersville, IN)

Morning Prayer and the Lord's Supper (Saint Peter's Day 2025) from Trinity Anglican Church (Connersville, IN)

From the Golden Legend.

Read Online“And so I say to you, you are Peter, and upon this rock I will build my Church, and the gates of the netherworld shall not prevail against it. I will give you the keys to the Kingdom of heaven. Whatever you bind on earth shall be bound in heaven; and whatever you loose on earth shall be loosed in heaven.” Matthew 16:17–19Saints Peter and Paul are often referred to as two of the great “Pillars of the Church.” They each played an incredibly essential role in the establishment of the early Church. And though each of their roles was essential and foundational, their roles were as different as they were different as persons.Peter was a family man, a local fisherman, uneducated and quite ordinary. From what we know about him prior to being called by Jesus, there was nothing that made him uniquely qualified to become one of the pillars of the new Church to be established by the Son of God. Jesus simply called him, and he responded. Jesus got into Peter's boat, ordered him to lower the nets, and produced a huge catch of fish. When Peter saw this miracle, he fell down at Jesus' feet and acknowledged that he was “a sinful man” who was unworthy of being in Jesus' presence (See Luke 5:8). But Jesus informed Peter that he would from now on be catching men. Peter immediately left everything behind and followed Jesus.Paul describes himself as “a Jew, born at Tarsus in Cili′cia, but brought up in this city at the feet of Gama′li-el, educated according to the strict manner of the law of our fathers, being zealous for God as you all are this day” (Acts 22:3). Paul was well educated in the strictest interpretation of the Jewish law, understood philosophy and was quite zealous as a young man. Recall, also, that prior to becoming a convert to Christianity, he “persecuted the church of God violently and tried to destroy it” (Galatians 1:13). In many ways, Paul would have been seen as the most unlikely person to be chosen to be a pillar of the Church, because he so vigorously opposed it at first. He even supported the killing of Saint Stephen, the first Christian martyr. Though each of these men would have been considered by many as very unlikely founders of the Christian Church, this is exactly what they became. Paul, after his conversion, traveled far and wide to preach the Gospel, founding several new Churches throughout Asia Minor and Europe. Eventually he was arrested in Jerusalem, brought to Rome for trial and was beheaded. Over half of the New Testament books are attributed to Paul and half of the Acts of the Apostles detail Paul's missionary journeys. Paul is especially known for his missionary activity to the Gentiles, those who were not Jews. Peter's role was truly a unique one. His name was changed from “Simon” to “Peter” by Jesus. Recall Jesus saying, “And I tell you, you are Peter (Petros), and on this rock (petra) I will build my church…(Matthew 16:18). “Peter” in Greek is Petros. However, the Greek word petra means a rock as a solid formation that is fixed, immovable, and enduring. Therefore, Jesus chose to make Peter a solid foundation of immovable rock on which the Church was to be built.You, too, have been called by our Lord to a unique mission within the Church that has not been entrusted to another. In your own way, God wants to use you to reach certain people with the Gospel as He did with Saint Paul. And like Saint Peter, God wants to continue to establish His Church upon you and your faith. Reflect, today, upon these two holy and unique pillars of our Church. As you do, ponder how God may want to use you to continue their mission in this world. Though Saints Peter and Paul are among the greatest and most consequential Christians within our world, their mission must continue, and you are among the instruments that God wants to use. Commit yourself to this mission so that the preaching of the Gospel and the rock foundation of our Church will remain strong within our day and age just as it was of old. Saint Peter, you were uniquely chosen to be a rock foundation of faith upon which the Church was established. Saint Paul, you went forth to preach this faith far and wide, establishing many new communities of faith. Please use me, dear Lord, to continue the mission of Your Church so that the faith may be firmly planted in the minds and hearts of all Your people throughout the world. Jesus, I trust in You.Image: Jusepe de Ribera, 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.

Gospel reflection for 9-12 year olds for the Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul.

Gospel reflection for 6-9 year olds for the Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul.

Gospel reflection for 3-6 year olds for the Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul.

Upon this rock I will build my churchOn the feast day of Saint Peter and Paul, we read about two very human saints sharing their journey in faith.  Whilst it was not easy, their trust in the Lord saved them.  

Friends, this year, the feast of Saints Peter and Paul falls on a Sunday, and I want to spend some time reflecting especially on Saint Peter. Around the year 64, Shimon Bar Yonah, a fisherman from Galilee, was put to death brutally in the Circus of Nero. But while the Roman Empire is long gone and the successor of Nero doesn't exist, the empire of this fisherman, Peter the Apostle, is everywhere, and in May, his 266th successor walked out onto the loggia of Saint Peter's Basilica, built over the very spot where he was buried. 

This video shares an in production use case of an automation with well designed workflow, that overcomes many of the challenges faced by back-office operations in health care. The automation was carried out by Saint Peter's University Hospital, a teaching hospital in New Brunswick, New Jersey, with technology and collaboration from Amitech.Meghan Mehlberg, Vice President of Delivery at Amitech, and Michele Goodman, Practice Administrator for the Women's Health Center at Saint Peter's University Hospital, discuss the target of the automation—a large form required by the state of New Jersey called the Perinatal Risk Assessment (PRA)—the barriers the companies overcame to automate filling out the form, and the resulting benefits.The PRA tracks pregnant patients' clinical, environmental, and psychosocial factors that might indicate a need for special intervention; the aforementioned website says it is "for identifying high risk patients to ensure appropriate care management." The form has grown to 350 fields, some mandatory and others optional which has become quite the burden for staff to complete.Learn more about Amitech: https://amitechsolutions.com/Health IT Community: https://www.healthcareittoday.com/

Fr. John Brancich, FSSP is the pastor of St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Nashua, New Hampshire. He was ordained into the Priestly Fraternity of Saint Peter in 2004.   In Today's Show: Do we worship the same God as Muslims? Can I arrange to baptize my grandchild if my son will not? Is it sinful for same-sex couples to adopt a child? I feel like St. Therese has let me down.  What should I do? Is Yahweh considered by Catholics to be the name of God? Can you receive communion on the tongue from a Eucharistic minister? What are the correct ways to say "Glory be" in a doxology? Is it wrong for a Diocesan priest to celebrate an Old Rite Nuptial Mass if he is not at a designated TLM Parish? Are all evil thoughts sinful? Can you define the "new" covenant?  How do I know if I was contrite enough for a valid confession?

President Donald Trump has been pushing the "Big, Beautiful Bill," which could add an estimated two trillion dollars to our national debt. However, former "Godfather" of DOGE, Elon Musk, went on X on Thursday, slamming the legislation. FOX News Sunday Anchor Shannon Bream joins to discuss the drama surrounding the budget bill, as well as President Trump's proposed travel ban and the war in Ukraine. Artificial intelligence has become a popular and valuable tool for many students. However, many teachers say the technology is being abused, allowing them to cheat and have models do their work for them. Steven Cicciarelli, a Lecturer of English at Saint Peter's University, joins The Rundown to share his firsthand experiences in the classroom and discuss how students are using AI to cheat, as well as what educators are doing to combat it. Plus, commentary from FOX News Legal Analyst, Gregg Jarrett  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Donald Trump has been pushing the "Big, Beautiful Bill," which could add an estimated two trillion dollars to our national debt. However, former "Godfather" of DOGE, Elon Musk, went on X on Thursday, slamming the legislation. FOX News Sunday Anchor Shannon Bream joins to discuss the drama surrounding the budget bill, as well as President Trump's proposed travel ban and the war in Ukraine. Artificial intelligence has become a popular and valuable tool for many students. However, many teachers say the technology is being abused, allowing them to cheat and have models do their work for them. Steven Cicciarelli, a Lecturer of English at Saint Peter's University, joins The Rundown to share his firsthand experiences in the classroom and discuss how students are using AI to cheat, as well as what educators are doing to combat it. Plus, commentary from FOX News Legal Analyst, Gregg Jarrett  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Donald Trump has been pushing the "Big, Beautiful Bill," which could add an estimated two trillion dollars to our national debt. However, former "Godfather" of DOGE, Elon Musk, went on X on Thursday, slamming the legislation. FOX News Sunday Anchor Shannon Bream joins to discuss the drama surrounding the budget bill, as well as President Trump's proposed travel ban and the war in Ukraine. Artificial intelligence has become a popular and valuable tool for many students. However, many teachers say the technology is being abused, allowing them to cheat and have models do their work for them. Steven Cicciarelli, a Lecturer of English at Saint Peter's University, joins The Rundown to share his firsthand experiences in the classroom and discuss how students are using AI to cheat, as well as what educators are doing to combat it. Plus, commentary from FOX News Legal Analyst, Gregg Jarrett  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Garrick J. Stoldt, CFO of Saint Peter's Healthcare System, shares how his team is tackling major challenges including Medicaid cuts, 340B pressures, and rising denials—while staying strategic about AI investments and future-proofing the system. With over 20 years at the helm, he reflects on the evolving role of the CFO and why proactive leadership is more essential than ever.

Fr. John Brancich, FSSP is the pastor of St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Nashua, New Hampshire. He was ordained into the Priestly Fraternity of Saint Peter in 2004. In Today's Show: Can a bible be blessed? What is a typical day like for Fr. Brancich? When did the custom of saying the Rosary during the low mass start? What are three of Fr. Brancich's favorite saints and why? How can new moms stay close to the faith while raising kids? What are Fr.'s favorite kinds of questions? Why does my TLM reread the readings in the vernacular before the homily? How can I explain to a Protestant friend that receiving the Eucharist without being in full communion with the Church is sinful? Can you explain how annulments work? How do we deal with post-confessional guilt? Did Purgatory exist before Jesus' death and resurrection? How much detail should be included when confessing about viewing pornography? How do I choose which title to refer to Our Lady? Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!  

Welcome to a special five-episode offseason series of Eye on College Basketball. So much has happened in the sport over the past quarter-century, so it's time to look back and reflect on the things that mattered most. We're counting down the 25 biggest stories/events/moments in men's college basketball since the start of the 2000-01 season. On today's show, Matt Norlander and Gary Parrish reveal some of the contenders that just missed the cut before diving into stories 25 through 21, including Jay Wright's shocking retirement in April of 2022. 04:06 - The stories that just missed the cut. 20:45 - Top 25 stories, No. 25: Miami, Va. Tech, BC bail on Big East 27:30 - Top 25 stories, No. 24: Jay Wright retires 39:22 - Top 25 stories, No. 23: NCAAT expands to 68 instead of 96 51:49 - Top 25 stories, No. 22: Saint Peter's becomes first 15 to make the E8 57:00 - Top 25 stories, No. 21: Stephen Curry and Davidson's 2008 E8 run Eye on College Basketball is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Follow our team: @EyeonCBBPodcast @GaryParrishCBS @MattNorlander @Kyle_Boone @DavidWCobb @NataTheScribe Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest in sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos for betting on college basketball. You can listen to us on your smart speakers! Simply say, "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Eye on College Basketball podcast," or "Hey, Google, play the latest episode of the Eye on College Basketball podcast." Email the show for any reason whatsoever: ShoutstoCBS@gmail.com Visit Eye on College Basketball's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeFb_xyBgOekQPZYC7Ijilw For more college hoops coverage, visit https://www.cbssports.com/college-basketball/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

For 4 June 2025, Memorial of Saint Peter of Verona, Priest, Martyr, based on John 17:11b-19

12 - Does California think they've solved their transgender athlete issue? Dom goes off on how misguided the state's latest ruling is. What would Dom tell his daughter to do in this scenario? 1215 - Side - pompous person 1220 - Why can't California win on the transgender issue the way they've constructed their new rule? The Inquirer got an exclusive interview with a juror on the trial of Mark Dial. Dom details his exchange with a youth yesterday. 1235 - Wildwood has been voted the number 1 boardwalk in the country! Mayor Ernie Troiano joins us to celebrate. How did dispensing officers on horseback go over the weekend? What kind of people were detained this weekend? What were the teenagers like? Will there be a remote show at City Hall? Will Dom race a horse? What other amenities will be at this event? 1250 - Your calls. Dom makes a shocking admission regarding his workout attire. 1 - NJ Representative Frank Pallone steps in and speaks out in defense of Bruce Springsteen, but isn't reading the room. 105 - Why are Democrats so clueless on how to connect with voters? Are there “Shadow Cabinet” members working behind the scenes? Who is in the Democrat shadow cabinet? 115 - Crossing Broad and More Than The Curve have been covering the Whitemarsh parade cancellation and the reaction from both Dom and Nick Kayal. Now we have a story from MTTC detailing how Whitemarsh is cancelling a food vendor's licensing over his negative comments on the township's Facebook page. The cops showed up to his house? Where is the next meeting over what to do on the parade? 120 - Your calls. 135 - Saint Peter's University professor Stephen Cicirelli joins us today to discuss him failing a student for turning in a paper written by AI, and then apologizing to him using an AI response! What was the assignment? How can Stephen tell that this student used AI? Did this student try to argue that they didn't use any AI? What are the repercussions for this student? How will Stephen change his teaching approach going forward? How does Stephen feel about the use of AI right now? What does he worry about going forward? What is he working on? Is it gravy or sauce? 150 - Your calls. 2 - XX/XY Athletics founder and former Cherry hill resident Jennifer Sey joins us today. Does her company sell jeans to workout in? What does Jennifer think of the trans athlete destroying the competition in California Track and Field as their State championship meet approaches? Why are Democrats stuck defending trans athletes when nearly 80% of people disagree with their stance? Is there any way the women can win in this scenario? How did she get into her line of work? How instrumental was Jennifer in the changing of culture in the toxic world of gymnastics? 215 - Dom's Money Melody! 225 - Can anyone get the side question? Your calls. 235 - Emanuel Heller Professor of Law at the University of California at Berkeley John Yoo joins the program. John was in Philly recently? Was the Biden autopen controlled by Elizabeth Warren? What is John's concern with that precedent? What are examples of possible autopen decisions? Should the 25th amendment have been invoked? 250 - The Lightning Round!

1 - NJ Representative Frank Pallone steps in and speaks out in defense of Bruce Springsteen, but isn't reading the room. 105 - Why are Democrats so clueless on how to connect with voters? Are there “Shadow Cabinet” members working behind the scenes? Who is in the Democrat shadow cabinet? 115 - Crossing Broad and More Than The Curve have been covering the Whitemarsh parade cancellation and the reaction from both Dom and Nick Kayal. Now we have a story from MTTC detailing how Whitemarsh is cancelling a food vendor's licensing over his negative comments on the township's Facebook page. The cops showed up to his house? Where is the next meeting over what to do on the parade? 120 - Your calls. 135 - Saint Peter's University professor Stephen Cicirelli joins us today to discuss him failing a student for turning in a paper written by AI, and then apologizing to him using an AI response! What was the assignment? How can Stephen tell that this student used AI? Did this student try to argue that they didn't use any AI? What are the repercussions for this student? How will Stephen change his teaching approach going forward? How does Stephen feel about the use of AI right now? What does he worry about going forward? What is he working on? Is it gravy or sauce? 150 - Your calls.

Full Text of ReadingsFriday of the Fifth Week of Easter Lectionary: 289The Saint of the day is Saint Gregory VIISaint Gregory VII's Story The 10th century and the first half of the 11th were dark days for the Church, partly because the papacy was the pawn of various Roman families. In 1049, things began to change when Pope Leo IX, a reformer, was elected. He brought a young monk named Hildebrand to Rome as his counselor and special representative on important missions. Hildebrand was to become Gregory VII. Three evils plagued the Church then: simony–the buying and selling of sacred offices and things; the unlawful marriage of the clergy; and lay investiture—kings and nobles controlling the appointment of Church officials. To all of these Hildebrand directed his reformer's attention, first as counselor to the popes and later as pope himself. Gregory's papal letters stress the role of the bishop of Rome as the vicar of Christ and the visible center of unity in the Church. He is well known for his long dispute with Holy Roman Emperor Henry IV over who should control the selection of bishops and abbots. Gregory fiercely resisted any attack on the liberty of the Church. For this he suffered and finally died in exile. He said, “I have loved justice and hated iniquity; therefore, I die in exile.” Thirty years later the Church finally won its struggle against lay investiture. The liturgical feast of Saint Gregory VII is celebrated on May 25. Reflection The Gregorian Reform, a milestone in the history of Christ's Church, was named after this man who tried to extricate the papacy and the whole Church from undue control by civil rulers. Against an unhealthy Church nationalism in some areas, Gregory reasserted the unity of the whole Church based on Christ, and expressed in the bishop of Rome, the successor of Saint Peter. Saint of the Day, Copyright Franciscan Media

Fr. John Brancich, FSSP is the pastor of St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Nashua, New Hampshire. He was ordained into the Priestly Fraternity of Saint Peter in 2004.   In Today's Show: Does invincible ignorance only include those who have never heard of Jesus? Is it a sin to have hatred for Eve? Does the Church elevate marriage and forget about single people? How do I know if I'm sinning? Why are the Psalms numbered differently in older translations? If I forget to say a novena, do I have to start over? Can Catholics still receive communion if they don't agree with Vatican II and the synod? When is a person too old to enter seminary? Does Father Brancich have any favorite Popes? If foster parents say not to do something, but we forget and do it anyways, could that be a mortal sin? I recently heard a priest say that there is salvation outside the Catholic Church.  Is this heresy? Visit the show page at thestationofthecross.com/askapriest to listen live, check out the weekly lineup, listen to podcasts of past episodes, watch live video, find show resources, sign up for our mailing list of upcoming shows, and submit your question for Father!

Today's Topics: 1) Gospel - John 14:21-26 - Jesus said to His disciples: "Whoever has My commandments and observes them is the one who loves Me. Whoever loves Me will be loved by My Father, and I will love him and reveal Myself to Him." Judas, not the Iscariot, said to Him, "Master, then what happened that You will reveal Yourself to us and not to the world?" Jesus answered and said to him, "Whoever loves Me will keep My word, and My Father will love him, and We will come to him and make Our dwelling with him. Whoever does not love Me does not keep My words; yet the word you hear is not Mine but that of the Father Who sent Me. "I have told you this while I am with you. The Advocate, the Holy Spirit Whom the Father will send in My Name-- He will teach you everything and remind you of all that I told you." Bishop Sheen quote of the day 2) Inaugural Mass of Pope Leo XIV in Saint Peter's Square https://nypost.com/2025/05/18/world-news/pope-leo-xiv-formally-opens-his-pontificate-with-inaugural-mass-in-st-peters-square-before-tens-of-thousands/ 3) Catholics for Catholics CEO: Pope Leo XIV's record starts now https://www.newsmax.com/newsmax-tv/john-yep-hilary-franco-pope-leo-xiv/2025/05/08/id/1210189/ 4) Pope Leo XIV affirms the family is based upon the union between a man and a woman, and the unborn has inherent dignity https://apnews.com/article/vatican-pope-leo-peace-abortion-f0678b67da0dc74b4bc7e6e10a77a23e

People from around the world descended on Saint Peter's Square this morning for the inaugural mass of Pope Leo XVI. World leaders also attended the event, including Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney. The more than two hour long event featured song, symbolism and a message of Peace. We'll take you to The Vatican for the day's events.Also: Former U.S. President Joe Biden has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer. Our Washington bureau has more details.And: 45 years ago today, ash rained down on parts of western Canada, as Mount Saint Helens erupted near Seattle. Dozens of people were killed, and scientists say it's going to happen again. But this time - new technology could people prepare for an predict future eruptions.Plus: Three children killed in Toronto car crash, the "shrubification" destroying Arctic ecosystems, and more.

Where Else Shall We Go? The Call to Choose Christ This Homily emphasizes the deep spiritual significance of preparing for the sacraments, . . . . . . particularly for young people approaching their first Holy Communion and Confirmation. It draws on the symbolism of wind as the presence of the Holy Spirit and focuses on the example of Saint Peter, the first pope, as a model of faith and clarity. The Homily underscores the challenge of living a Christian life authentically, reminding listeners that while the teachings of Jesus may be difficult, they are ultimately the path to true life and freedom. Through Peter's bold declaration . . . “Where else shall we go? You have the words of eternal life” . . . the homily also invites young people to reflect on their own choices, the meaning of the sacraments, and their relationship with Jesus and the Church. The Homily ends by highlighting the constancy of Christ's presence in the Eucharist and the personal invitation He offers to each believer to come forward in faith. Listen to Where Else Shall We Go? The Call to Choose Christ ------------------------------------------------- So, we see this wonderful example that where the church is found healing is found sometimes in miraculous ways. But more frequently in ways that are miraculous, but not so obvious. The healing of the heart, the healing of the mind, the healing of the wounds that come with life, and that's the big reminder in our first reading. The church is established for the sake of life, for the sake of healing the woundedness of the world and for the sake of guiding us to our true home. ------------------------------------------------- Image: Christ Charges Peter: Italian Painter: Raphael: 1515 ------------------------------------------------- Gospel Reading: John 6: 60-69 First Reading: Acts 9: 31-42

Bill had the great fortune of being in Saint Peter's Square when the new Pope was announced. He tells us what it was like and his thoughts on Leo XIVSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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"With profound gratitude to Almighty God, I join the universal Church in thanksgiving for Pope Leo XIV. As the Bishop of Rome and Successor of Saint Peter, our Holy Father is for the entire world the visible principle of Christian unity. I encourage everyone in our families, parishes and schools to offer prayers, sacrifices and works of charity for Pope Leo XIV and his intentions. As Bishop of Arlington, I invite all the faithful to join me for a Mass of Thanksgiving for Pope Leo XIV, which will take place at the Cathedral of Saint Thomas More on Monday, May 12 at 12:05PM. This Mass of Thanksgiving will also be available via livestream, for those unable to attend in person. Through this celebration of the Holy Eucharist, we can support our Holy Father in a special way, asking Almighty God to grant that he may always bear witness to the truth, joy, and beauty of the Gospel with courage, steadfastness, and wisdom. United in prayer for Pope Leo XIV, may we ask the Holy Spirit to strengthen him daily with divine grace in order that he may bring the light of faith and the unchanging and life-giving word of God to the challenges of our times. Likewise, may our Holy Father be for the Church and the world a sign of hope and an instrument of the peace and merciful love of Jesus Christ. May the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of the Church, intercede for our Holy Father and guide us all in fidelity to her Son, our Savior." - Bishop Michael Burbidge

Full Text of ReadingsThursday of the Third Week of Easter Lectionary: 276The Saint of the day is Saint Peter of TarentaiseSaint Peter of Tarentaise's Story There are two men named Saint Peter of Tarentaise who lived one century apart. The man we honor today is the elder Peter, born in France in the early part of the 12th century. The other man with the same name became Pope Innocent the Fifth. The Peter we're focusing on today became a Cistercian monk and eventually served as abbot. In 1142, he was named archbishop of Tarentaise, replacing a bishop who had been deposed because of corruption. Peter tackled his new assignment with vigor. He brought reform into his diocese, replaced lax clergy, and reached out to the poor. He visited all parts of his mountainous diocese on a regular basis. After about a decade as bishop, Peter “disappeared” for a year and lived quietly as a lay brother at an abbey in Switzerland. When he was found out, the reluctant bishop was persuaded to return to his post. He again focused many of his energies on the poor. Peter died in 1174 on his way home from an unsuccessful papal assignment to reconcile the kings of France and England. His liturgical feast is celebrated on September 14. Reflection We probably know a lot of people who would welcome the chance to receive some honor or honorary position. They relish the thought of the glamour and glory. But saints like Peter of Tarentaise remind us that humility and the avoidance of glory is the way of the Gospel. Saint of the Day, Copyright Franciscan Media

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Send us a textA Black Pope. A Latino Pope. What once seemed unthinkable now stands as a genuine possibility that could forever transform one of humanity's oldest and most powerful institutions. The Catholic Church has maintained European leadership for two millennia, with its papal lineage reflecting a Eurocentrism that has defined Vatican power structures since Saint Peter. But today, as we witness global Christianity's center of gravity shifting southward, prominent Cardinals from Africa, Latin America, and Asia aren't just peripheral figures—they represent the Church's future.Cardinal Peter Turkson of Ghana brings environmental stewardship and social justice advocacy that resonates across continents. Cardinal Fridolin Mbongo's fierce stance against corruption echoes through the Democratic Republic of Congo and beyond. Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagli from the Philippines embodies the humble service and modernizing vision that many Catholics crave. These aren't token candidates but theological heavyweights whose perspectives could redirect the moral compass guiding 1.3 billion faithful worldwide.This potential shift raises profound questions: Would the world truly embrace a Black or Latino Pope? Would centuries of unspoken prejudice suddenly surface, or would this historic selection ignite spiritual renewal? The answers will reveal much about both the Church and humanity itself.Whether you're deeply rooted in faith, fascinated by world politics, or passionate about representation, this conversation explores what might be the most transformational moment in modern religious history. Join me as we examine how breaking the Vatican ceiling could reshape faith, race relations, and global spiritual leadership for generations to come.Ready to explore more thought-provoking topics that challenge conventional wisdom? Subscribe to Life Points with Rhonda wherever you get your podcasts, and let's continue these essential conversations together.Support the showhttps://chat.openai.com/g/g-8E47AuJfB-life-points-assistanthttps://FaceBook.com/Lifepointswithronda1https://youtube.com/@lifepointswithronda2968https://TikTok.com/@lifepointswithrondahttps://Instagram.com/@lifepointswithrondahttps://Patreon.com/@lifepointswithrondahttps://Lifepointswithronda.com

From refugees he championed to world leaders he rebuked, a quarter of a million people gather in Rome for the funeral of Pope Francis. Former Vatican spokeswoman under Francis, Paloma Garcia Ovejero, tells us he was a kind and tireless leader who changed the church forever. Also in our programme: Pakistan's prime minister calls for a ‘neutral investigation' into the Kashmir terror attack; and an intrepid sausage dog is rescued after disappearing for a year and a half into the Australian wilderness.(Photo: An aerial view for the funeral Mass of Pope Francis in Saint Peter's Square in Vatican City. Credit: FABIO FRUSTACI/EPA-EFE/REX/Shutterstock).

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Welcome to The Times of Israel's Daily Briefing, your 20-minute audio update on what's happening in Israel, the Middle East and the Jewish world. Diplomatic reporter Lazar Berman joins host Amanda Borschel-Dan for today's episode. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke via phone on Tuesday with US President Donald Trump. Following the conversation, the American leader said that the pair “are on the same side of every issue.” So what were the issues discussed? Hamas is expected to soon propose a new ceasefire framework for Gaza as its representatives arrive in Cairo. Hamas is reportedly pushing for a five-year truce and accepting the previous Egyptian idea of a technocratic council to rule the Strip. What else may be involved? Pope Francis died on Monday, a day after making a public appearance at Saint Peter’s Square on Easter Sunday. In his final message, he included a segment about the war in Gaza, saying, “I express my closeness to the sufferings of Christians in Palestine and Israel, and to all the Israeli people and the Palestinian people. ... I appeal to the warring parties: call a ceasefire, release the hostages and come to the aid of a starving people that aspires to a future of peace!” Berman weighs in on whether this may help ease the uncomfortable relationship Israel has had with the pope since the war in Gaza was launched by the Hamas-led massacre on October 7. Among the candidates to replace Pope Francis at the upcoming conclave, one name familiar to many Israeli officials stands out — Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa, the Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem.The Italian priest has lived in Israel for over three decades, and is a fluent Hebrew speaker. Berman explains how this dark horse candidate may have a chance. After presenting his letter of credence to President Isaac Herzog on Monday, Washington’s new ambassador Mike Huckabee accused Iran of seeking to destroy Israel and the United States. We hear why this may be music to official Israel's ears. Check out The Times of Israel's ongoing live blog for more updates. For further reading: Trump after call with Netanyahu: ‘We’re on the same side of every issue’ Report: Hamas to propose new ceasefire framework including release of hostages in one phase, five-year truce Hamas delegation heads for Cairo as Egypt takes mediation lead in hostage talks Pope Francis cared deeply about Holy Land, Jews, but left ‘sour taste’ after Oct. 7 Latin patriarch of Jerusalem among candidates to replace Pope Francis Presenting credentials to Herzog, Huckabee says Iran seeks to destroy Israel, then US Subscribe to The Times of Israel Daily Briefing on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts. This episode was produced by the Pod-Waves and video edited by Thomas Girsch. IMAGE: Pope Francis stands at Israel's West Bank security barrier on his way to a mass in Manger Square in Bethlehem, May 25, 2014. (AP Photo/Ariel Schalit)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thousands have gathered in St Peter's Square in Rome for prayers following the death of Pope Francis. He died of stroke and subsequent irreversible heart failure, the Vatican says in a statement. We will get reaction from across the world - including from a Christian community in Gaza that Pope Francis contacted regularly. Also on the programme: Actor Jonathan Pryce, who portrayed Pope Francis in the film The Two Popes, gives us his tribute; and the BBC's Ukraine Correspondent James Waterhouse travelled to the southern city of Kherson, where there was a period of brief reprieve during the 30-hour “Easter truce”.(Photo: The dome of Saint Peter's Basilica is pictured, after the death of Pope Francis was announced, at St. Peter's Square, in the Vatican, April 21, 2025. Credit: Reuters)