Podcasts about Simon Says

Acts 15:22-31 Can we eat meat sacrificed to idols? Letters Why did Pilate and Herod become friends? Why is Egg Harbor called Egg Harbor? When Ez says water is flowing from the side of the Temple, where was that? Word of the Day: Eucharist Callers Is it a sin to smoke marijuana?  Can Father help me distinguish these passages? Matthew 5:39 & 1 Corinthians 5:13

Acts 15:7-21 How did one become a priest in ancient times?  Jn 15:9-11 How did the Father love Jesus?  Word of the day: Apocalypse  Letters When we kneel during the Passion narrative, what are we supposed to do?  Can God do evil?  Will the promises made by the Lord for those who pray the chaplet apply to me?  What does eternal security mean (Jn 10) Is my confirmation valid?  What are the steps of forgiveness? Listener has a question about ancient Lebanon 

Acts 15:1-6 Father discusses the religious and cultural dimensions of circumcision Jn 15:1-8 God's purpose is to do what in our lives? Letters Can Catholics see R-rated movies? My friend is being charged $200 for a baptism; is that OK? Can priests watch secular TV shows? Why does Father talk about Pentecostalism? What's the tradition about where Lazarus went? What is spy Wednesday? What was the follow-up after the soldiers rolled the dice? Word of the Day: NEW

Simon Says... Podcast! Episode 120! In this episode, we play a fun game of "Truth or Drink" where we discover Charley LOVES Shaun Cassidy, Sean may have broken the law, and Matty thinks farts are funny.

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Acts 14:19-28 When has the Church been strong? Jn 14:27-31a What was one of the great messianic expectations? Letters What is the Holy Communion fast? What's Father's take on Ez 20:25-26? Listener talks about her experience of confession and forgiveness Listener asks Father Simon about Milton's Paradise Lost Word of the Day: Believe! Callers  When we die do we go right to heaven?  Is it a sin to go to a Protestant service, while also still going to mass on Sunday?  Is it a sin to not play music for mass, when you have the ability to do that? I'm a cabinet maker, and I have Indian clients that want me to build a temple. Is that okay? I'm unclear about the Gods like Zeus, Jupiter;  did they have power?

Jn 14:21-26 What does Logos really mean? How can we speak by the Holy Spirit? Father explains both Letters Father explains some Church customs in light of Grecian bonfires Listener asks about the "Lamb of God" at mass Sam asks if Judas had to betray Jesus to fulfill Scripture?  Someone told me that the Eucharist isn't Jesus if the host touches the ground; what should I say?  Word of the Day: Zeus  Callers  'Despise not my petitions' sounds like an insult from the Memorare Fr. quoted something in Latin about confession--what was that?  Prayers for my cousin w with glaucoma issues Why do we have "suffered under Pilate" in the Creed?

Simon steals a topic from Jase and Lauren on Kiis "Are you loyal to the company you work for?", and plays audio of a caller who fell asleep on air. Then Denis and Simon take calls on the great Children's toys and companies that used to sell door to door and via parties.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Acts 13:26-33 Father explains the linguistic details of today's reading Jn 14:1-6 Does the Bible talk about paved streets of gold?  Letters Listener thanks Father for talking about the Shroud of Turin  If a person created a robot, would it have a soul?  What's the virtue of Christian hope?  Listener has an idea about how to get Catholics to pray the rosary  Was Tiberius a Christian?  Word of the day: Men Callers Why do we have to do the sign of the cross with the right hand? Being hanged on wood has a different translation in the Jewish context.  I don't think Thomas gets enough credit about regarding first reading. Also did Jesus try to get to Paul earlier? Was St. Joseph still alive when Jesus was crucified?

Acts 13:13-25 What does it mean to be born from water and wind? Letters Jeff asks for prayers for his son What do I do if I'm struggling to listen to both the Church and my husband? Is lying always a mortal sin? Erin enjoyed what Father said about notional faith? Word of the Day: Men Callers Could the thorn in Paul's side have been blindness or visual impairment? What is the kabbalah?

Acts 12:24—13:5a Where was the first chancery office? Jn 12:44-50 What's the main benefit to being a Christian? Letters Do we respond to the priest at mass when he says alleluia? Listener disagrees with Fr. Simon's take on altar servers Word of the Day: Synagogue Callers Why does Apostles Creed use 'creator' and Nicene creed says 'Maker' If Father wants beauty, maybe we should go back to the Tridentine Mass in English  Our obsession with sciences one reason people leaving the Church.  What was the reason that God would have Judas pick Jesus out of the crowd? Didn't people know who Jesus was? If someone is pregnant and the baby has issues, could the person be anointed for the baby? Are there more than two dogmas that have been declared infallible?

Simon Says... Podcast! Episode 119! In this episode, Matty throws caution to the wind and let's his dog sleep on his pillow, Charley share why she loves "Champagne Supernova" and doubles down on BBQ.

Acts 11:19-26 What's Hanukkah? Father Simon explains Jn 10:22-30 What does it mean that Jesus and the Father are one? Letters Listener has a question about the TV show, 'The Chosen' Do Josephite marriages in modern times? Listener writes in about women who celebrate abortions Ashley Judd wore a green scapular, but she supported abortion in the past; can someone who is pro-choice become a Catholic? Word of the Day: Christian Callers  Responding to yesterday's story-- did Fr. Simon know whether his father had anything to do with the termination of that person who was at his company. A Protestant friend felt the presence of the Holy Spirit, similar to what Fr. Simon has talked about, and how should I interpret her experience as a Catholic? Question about 'retirement' in the Bible.  Should we work until we are no longer actually about to work?

Acts 11:1-18 Who was a Centurian and why was he important?  Letters Father receives a question about abortion  Did Judas go to hell?  What is a novena?  Word of the day: Discriminating  Callers What does one do with Easter Candles that are half used?  And what does Father think of crosses with the resurrected Christ?  Why are young people attracted to Christianity, but not going to Catholic Church and also why do many young people don't go to Church at all? Question of the role of Pope Pius XII in the bombing of Monte Cassino and how much do you know about it?

With the sad passing of Dennis Waterman, Simon and Denis reflect on what a great song "I could be so good for you" is. Of course it was also the theme from the TV series "Minder" in which Dennis starred. So the call was put out for people to call in with TV themes that were also hit songs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Father discusses the recent Supreme Court draft on abortion Acts 8:26-40 We're comfortable with structure, but are we comfortable with miracles? Jn 6:44-51 Father talks about the connection between today's Gospel and the Eucharist Letters Father answers a question about, judgement St. Paul and the angels Do we receive God in the Eucharist? Word of the Day: Chariot Callers Can I consecrate my marriage to the Immaculate Heart of Mary? Do animals have souls? What is necessary for the formula of Baptism?

Episode 262, featuring a great interview with Cris of Powerhouse. Including tracks from Disowned, Suede Razors, The Slackers, Hungry Ass Youth, Fear The Lions, No Ma'am, Powerhouse, Psycho Mantis, and Simon Says. We play new tracks from recent releases, have a great discussion with Cris about Powerhouse, and Eric discusses in depth about General Violence Conference. Wrapping up the show with some deathgrind and a nu metal track.

Acts 8:1b-8 Father explains the first persecution of the Church  Jn 6:35-40 What do Jesus' words "I will not reject anyone who comes to me" mean?  Letters Can we have bells during Lent?  Does Jesus reference the Eucharist when he says 'Feed my sheep?' What happened the Pharisees that called for Jesus' death?  Word of the day: Unclean Callers So should I go to my godson's wedding when he's marrying a non-Catholic, and they may not continue going to Catholic Church? Could you explain the biography of Sr. Pascalina?

Simon Says... Podcast! Episode 118! In this episode, Sean was THIS close to wearing Elvis' pajamas, Charley doesn't like the new VR spider web game and Matty downplays his Star Wars knowledge.

P-Dabbs, Mr D, Ryan and Sinead talk about the #halfwaytoHalloween stuff before Going For Gold in EPCOT picking pavilions and rides. Join our official FB Group - The Official After Dark Podcast Network Mail us at disafterdark@gmail.com https://www.patreon.com/thatpodcasts if you want to support That Disney Parks Podcast, That Disneyland Paris Podcast and That Universal Podcast and get access to early episode releases and exclusive shows you cannot get anywhere else! This is a That Production, a Founding Podcast of The After Dark Podcast Network Check out some of the other shows on The After Dark Podcast Network such as; Dis Is Your Life, That Disney Parks Podcast, That Universal Podcast, Everybody's Got One, Bif! Pow! Bam!, Mickey Waffles - An Irish Disney Podcast, That Disneyland Paris Podcast, Alice's Magical Podcast, Pop After Dark, Better Call Paul, The Imagine Ears, Simon Says, My Bench, Pits and Gigs, Brits Guide to Disney Vacation Club and The Half and Half Scarves Podcast. We have podcasts about Theme Parks, Movies, Pop Culture, Comic Books, Orlando, Football and Comedy. Something for everyone!

1 Cor 15:1-8 What does it mean to say the Creed?  Jn 14:6-14 Father talks about what it actually means to do something in the name of Jesus  Letters Father reads a letter about apostrophe rules in the English language  Reader asks about the wound in Jesus' side Why does Father say 'take what I say this a grain of salt?' Is morbid obesity sinful?  Why wasn't Mary stoned to death for being pregnant and unmarried? Word of the Day: AM Callers Why in the Apostles Creed, why Jesus sit at the Right Hand of the Father? How is Stephen full of grace?  Wasn't there someone with the woman who committed adultery and what happened to him? I saw this in an Italian movie where Joseph was married and widowed and left his kids and then when he came back w/Mary, he met his kids?  Is this true? 

Acts 6:8-15 Father talks about the reality of miracles  Jn 6:22-29 Father talks about the difficulty of trust Last Sunday's Sunday's Gospel: Father explains the different words for love Letters Is it OK to use an iPad to follow along with the readings?  If God has accepted the death of Jesus, why do RR hosts pray that God would accept the payment of Jesus on the cross?  Word of the Day: Hierarchy  Callers John 21:15-17 | why did Jesus change from Feed my Lambs to Tend my sheep? 

Before getting to Simon's topic for the night, Grubby and Simon get sidetracked talking about their TV crushes.   In fact they get so distracted they never actually get around to the prepared topic and calls on TV crushes take over. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Acts 5:34-42 Father explains Jewish belief in life after death Letters Father riffs more about silence in church I saw someone selling a relic of John Henry Newman; what should I have done?  Can we substitute Psalm 51 for the psalm of the day during Lent? Father answers a question about marriage and communion  Word of the Day: Sat Down, going up Callers: How to identify venial sins and what does it mean when my priest says he can't be my spiritual advisor? If Fr. Simon were to sell a relic, would he be 'Fr. Simony'? Can Father explain Matthew 7:21 Can we inset belief in the Eucharist into the Creed? 

Acts 5:27-33 Father gives context about the book of Acts  Jn 3:31-36 Father talks more about the Trinity  Letters Father reads a letter from a retired priest friend who bemoans the lack of respect during mass Listener writes in about her marriage and temptation  Father clarifies if Jesus had more siblings (*He didn't!) Word of the Day: Ration Callers  Is purgatory closed?  Could you explain to me Apophatic Theology? Who is the great harlot and who are the ten kings in Rev. 17?

Acts 5:17-26 What is heresy?  Jn 3:16-21 Is the Trinity actually easy to understand?  Letters Father comments on the need for silence before mass Listener thanks Father for his priesthood and comments on the structure of priesthood Word of the Day: Sad​ducees Callers  My father was cremated.  Could I put him in a Church, is that considered a sacred place? Why in the scriptures does it say those who love the world will lose it and those who hate the world will find everlasting life.  Yet, God so loved the world.

Simon Says... Podcast! Episode 117! In this episode, Sean shares his secret recipe for Overnight Oats, Charley chases a wild winged dove out of her house like Stevie Nicks, and Matty get's a $500 dollar gift card so he can claim his $2.5 million dollar prize!

Acts 4:32-37 What's the multitude of believers? Jn 3:7b-15 What does it actually mean to be born again?  Letters: What is the Tenebrae service?  What's Father's take on Ez 20?  Father talks about praying the rosary during Lent and Easter Word of the Day: pneuma Callers: My Serbian Orthodox boyfriend proposed to me and how would a mixed marriage, as I'm Catholic. I'm thinking about becoming Catholic and starting to pray the rosary, but getting distracted and I would like helpful hints for prayer

1 Pt 5:5b-14 What does it really mean to be holy?  Mk 16:15-20 Was Mark a witness to the Garden of Gethsemane?  Letters Are LGBT persons doomed to go to hell? (A Dear Abby re-print) I'm a father of 7 children and the youngest child suffered abuse on the Internet; he's now struggling with shame.  I was going to have chicken flavored pasta on a Friday; is that ok?  Did Mary have any other children?  Word of the Day: Confirming  Callers  What is the Greek equivalent for the phrase in the Bible,  'I am a Jealous God?' I visited a traditional parish that didn't celebrate Divine Mercy; is it SSPX? Does salvation come through the Catholic Church only?

It's ANZAC Day, and Simon plays a recording of Bruce Mansfield reading a story written many years ago by Robert Drossaert. Robert tells of cathcing a train into the city on ANZAC day and finding himself sitting opposite a Digger.  That trip had a profound effect on Robert, and Bruce's reading of Robert's story is wonderful.  Enjoy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nic and Paul bring you That Disneyland Paris Podcast. This month we wish DLP a Happy 30th Birthday and look at the future of our favourite European Disney Park. The Avengers Music Loop can be found here http://hollywoodrecs.co/AvengersCampus Join our official FB Group - The Official After Dark Podcast Network Mail us discoverdlppod@gmail.com https://www.patreon.com/thatpodcasts if you want to support That Disney Parks Podcast, That Disneyland Paris Podcast and That Universal Podcast and get access to early episode releases and exclusive shows you cannot get anywhere else! This is a That Production, a Founding Podcast of The After Dark Podcast Network Check out some of the other shows on The After Dark Podcast Network such as; Dis Is Your Life, That Disney Parks Podcast, That Universal Podcast, Everybody's Got One, Disney Dream Girls, Bif! Pow! Bam!, Mickey Waffles - An Irish Disney Podcast, That Disneyland Paris Podcast, Alice's Magical Podcast, Pop After Dark, The Best Album You've Never Heard, The Opinionated Optimist, That Kevin Smith View Askew Review, The Customer is Always Weird, , Better Call Paul, The Imagine Ears, Hell Hath No Fury - HHN 30 Podcast, Simon Says, My Bench, Pits and Gigs, Brits Guide to Disney Vacation Club and The Half and Half Scarves Podcast. We have podcasts about Theme Parks, Movies, Pop Culture, Comic Books, Orlando, Football and Comedy. Something for everyone!

This week Simon and Denis ask "When were you knocked out?" See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Simon isn't happy with his bank, but also wants to know what you did with your grandparents See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Acts 4:1-12 Fr. Simon talks about the High Priestly Class during the Apostles' time and also the struggle between Church and State Letters What were Messianic Expectations of the Jewish people at the time of Christ? Question about ashes in Esther and Maccabees and if related to Ash Wednesday   Words of the Day:  Didymus Children 153  Callers:  Is it okay to do the stations of the cross on the Friday of Easter week? What if I don't have any mortal sins to confess for confession when during Divine Mercy Sunday? Should I go to confession? Does God's love apply to the fallen Angels? Who else talked about the devil being the greatest trick? Is keeping Cremated remains in my home a sin?

Lk 24:35-48 Why don't Catholics follow the totality of the Law of Moses? Letters Why does the priest break the host during the consecration?  Letter from listener who came back to the faith Can I participate Reiki?  Words of the Day:  Restoration Refreshment Callers:  My girlfriend enrolled into RCIA and I'd like to thank Fr. Simon because he had some advice.   How do I get the Ouiji out of my house? A relative wants to keep it here and it's making me sick. If there are souls in purgatory, how do we know if we have family members there? My sister said you can go to to communion, as long as you go to confession, I disagreed.  How do I answer her? Caller disagrees with Fr. Simon about Reiki 

Acts 3:1-10 What is the significance of the 3rd hour?  Lk 24:13-35 Father breaks down the Road to Emmaus Letters What is the origin of the Stations of the Cross?  Question about marriage and holy communion Word of the day: Astonishment!   Callers In Luke 16: What does Jesus mean by making friends with unrighteous riches? Is there a difference between Satan and the Devil? Adventists say Jesus didn't convert water to wine, but how do I respond to that?

Simon Says... Podcast! Episode 116! In this episode, Matty goes to a concert and learns about tennis rackets and a stranger's relationship, what's the last time you were surprised by something you ordered and Charley had a cool intercom system in her childhood home.

Acts 2:36-41 What does it mean that 'God made Jesus Lord?' Father discusses and the power of suffering Letters In St. Faustina's Diary, she reveals a confession--isn't that just for sins?  Listener disagrees with Father's desire for older altar servers Word of the Day: Don't touch me!  Callers: Why can't Catholics have their ashes scattered? Is it okay to have a statue of the Lamb on the altar? Can a Catholic get buried in a non-Catholic cemetery and can Catholics attend the service? Does a priest need to have a stole on when doing confession? How should we approach praying at abortion clinics and confronting with people who are being loud and abrasive toward abortion workers and women getting abortions?

P Dubbs Craig, Sinead and Nic are back with a new format. No NEWS! But what are we watching on Disney+, Craig reviews Frozen the Musical, and we play a new game. Eat It! Join our official FB Group - The Official After Dark Podcast Network Mail us at disafterdark@gmail.com https://www.patreon.com/thatpodcasts if you want to support That Disney Parks Podcast, That Disneyland Paris Podcast and That Universal Podcast and get access to early episode releases and exclusive shows you cannot get anywhere else! This is a That Production, a Founding Podcast of The After Dark Podcast Network Check out some of the other shows on The After Dark Podcast Network such as; Dis Is Your Life, That Disney Parks Podcast, That Universal Podcast, Everybody's Got One, Bif! Pow! Bam!, Mickey Waffles - An Irish Disney Podcast, That Disneyland Paris Podcast, Alice's Magical Podcast, Pop After Dark, Better Call Paul, The Imagine Ears, Simon Says, My Bench, Pits and Gigs, Brits Guide to Disney Vacation Club and The Half and Half Scarves Podcast. We have podcasts about Theme Parks, Movies, Pop Culture, Comic Books, Orlando, Football and Comedy. Something for everyone!

Mt 28:8-15 The Gospel seems so implausible, but Father says it's quite believable (he tells the story of the Shroud of Turin) Letters Father talks about a letter from Charles Colson Why do the Greek Christians make the sign of the cross differently?  Jeff has an idea to get people to pray the rosary more Father reads a question about Mary and sitting Shiva What are the steps in forgiveness? Word of the day: high priest Callers  Do angels have creative powers?  Question about Devine Mercy Novena - I missed a day. Did I mess it up? Also, I'm praying online with a group that prays it a bit differently. Is that okay? How do we know that Christ descended into hell and what is the purpose of that? Can I receive communion without going to confession?

Jn 18:1—19:42 Father explains the Psalm Christ quotes on the cross Letters What is Mollinism? Should animals be in the sanctuary?  Are there references to 'Sons of God' in the OT? Word of the Day: Truth Callers:   Was there a Hell in the Old Testament? Question about the first reading at the Mass of the Lord's Supper, and when Passover is celebrated vs Rosh Hashana. Is there a secular writing about Jesus within the first 600 years after he died and rose?

Verse Before the Gospel Father explains what real love is Jn 13:1-15 Father explains the dynamics of the Passover meal Letters Father answers a question about where to put the Eucharist When I go to confession, my priest absolves me from my sins, but doesn't give me a penance, is my confession complete?  Word of the Day: Remembrance  Callers How did the practice of the Seven Churches start?  Did Judas go to hell?  Is the Catholic Church the only way to salvation?

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Mt 26:14-25 How could Judas abandon Jesus?  Letters  Daniel asks about a bruised reed Ana Maria writes in about Jesus exposing Judas as betrayer Listener asks about the vengeance of God Word of the Day: You said so Callers What is the meaning of the word GOD when in all caps as opposed to just 'God' in the Bible.  Also how about lower case 'lord' Could there be reversed transubstantiation? How do we know that Jesus was in the cistern the whole night, when that's not mentioned in the Bible How do we deal with questions from Protestants?  Comment: What Judas did had to happen or there wouldn't be salvation; is that wrong?  Prayer to St. Michael, and say 'cast unto hell Satan'.  wouldn't be better to pray for Satan or is he a lost cause?  

Jn 13:21-33, 36-38 Father shares his controversial take on today's Gospel  Letters Can I receive communion 2x in a day?  Listener writes in about Joseph's story--who sold whom to whom?  Did the Pope campaign to be elected Pope?  Word of the Day: Vanity  Callers When I go to confession now, do I need to say those sins I said a couple years when I didn't receive absolution?  If Jesus loved Judas, why did he call him the devil? 

Is 42:1-7 Did Jesus bring justice to the nations?  Jn 12:1-11 Why is beautify important?  Letters Is there any Catholic understanding that human beings are co-creators with God?  When we die are we judged right away or when Jesus comes again?  Word of the Day: Nard Callers  I'm having trouble with my wife, she cheated on me twice, many years ago and I struggle w/hurt and pain.  I love her more than ever.  How to get over My wife is Orthodox and my son is an Orthodoxic priest.  Why do they do sign of cross they way they do, and why is it called divine liturgy with eastern Christians and the Mass here? Is there a patron saint for those going through divorce, but want the marriage to be saved?

Jer 20:10-13 Why does God give strict laws in the Old Testament?  Jn 10:31-42 What kind of faith are we supposed to have?  Letters Anna Maria writes about the book Exodus, that she rea Listener asks about a supposed quotation from Mother Teresa Father gives advice to someone whose priest isn't using wine at Mass (who called into the Patrick Madrid Show).  Word of the Day:  Scripture   Callers Can one do confession on the radio?  What is mortal sin where I need to go to confession? Can I be on an exercise bike while I am praying the rosary? Or is that wrong?

Gn 17:3-9 Was Abraham Jewish?  Jn 8:51-59 What's God's nature?  Letters:  My priest has been reducing masses and eliminating confession--what is going on?  Word of the Day: Passion Callers: Is the promised land that God promised Abraham the same land that Moses was leading the Israelites towards? Did ancient Israelites keep stones around?  I heard that the Catholic wasn't started till the 4th century. Is that right?

Dn 3:14-20, 91-92, 95 How much is too much in cultural adaptation? Jn 8:31-42 To we follow the Lord only for ourselves?  Letters Can Father explain, 'Lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil."  Reader writes in asking about fasting rules  Word of the day: Bagpipe  Callers Who is in the Sanhedrin? What is the connection of the tree of life and the cross of Christ?  Can I get a source that talks about folding your hands in prayer? I asked my priest and he told me to call RR.

Nm 21:4-9 What is a saraph serpent? Father explains  Jn 8:21-30 Father explains why the Gospel of John is so obscure Letters What was it about the way Jesus spoke that made people believe in him?  Father revisits a question about religious education and the sacraments  Word of the Day: I AM Callers: What is legally require Catholics to do on Good Friday? Are they able to go to work on this day? Can people in Purgatory pray for each other while there?