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Who is the Holy Spirit? Is the Holy Spirit God? Is the Holy Spirit the Third Person of the Trinity?
On this episode of Side Notes, Pastor Tim joins Pastor Arch to wrap up our "Third Person" series with laughs (yes, birds and Beverly Hillbillies), stories, and powerful truths about the Holy Spirit's work in our lives. From boldness to transformation, we talk about walking with the Spirit daily—and why it's so easy to miss the treasure we already have.
Many believers today live like spiritual paupers, unaware of the incredible riches they already have through the Holy Spirit. As we conclude our "Third Person" series, Pastor Tim unpacks seven powerful ways the Holy Spirit works in our lives—from giving us new life to equipping us with spiritual gifts. God's Spirit doesn't just visit us—He lives within us, making it possible not just to get by, but truly thrive. // Verses and message notes: www.theridge.church/notes // Join us online or in person Sundays at 9a + 11a: www.theridge.church/live
What does it look like to pursue unity in the church while holding firm to truth? In this episode of Side Notes, Pastors Arch and Josh dive into week two of our 'Third Person' series, exploring the person and work of the Holy Spirit. They unpack foundational beliefs like Scripture alone, faith alone, and Christ alone, while also talking through how to stay rooted in Scripture, approach theological differences with humility, and grow in relationship with the Spirit who is active in our lives today.
Wir sind Jan Dolski, einziger Überlebender einer Weltraum-Expedition. Wir wachen auf einem fremden Planeten auf, der gefährliche Strahlung mitbringt. Unser Ziel ist es, unsere Basis wiederaufzubauen und eine Crew zusammenzustellen. Das ist allerdings schwierig als einziger Überlebender, daher müssen wir uns schlichtweg klonen. Die Klone werden dabei alle so erstellt, dass sie in unserem bewegten Lebenslauf an einer Stelle andere Entscheidungen treffen. Dies sorgt für eine ungemein interessante Story und dafür, dass Entscheidungen Konsequenzen haben. Insgesamt bietet das Spiel also neben dem Survival- und Basenaufbau-Aspekt auch noch eine echt tiefgründige Story. Auf den Planeten erkunden wir in Third-Person und suchen nach Materialien, welche wir dann wiederum benötigen um die runde Basis im Fallout-Shelter-Stil mit neuen Räumen aufzubauen. Dann müssen wir natürlich auch noch aus den rohen Materialien Ressourcen produzieren und das ganze eingebettet in einen Tagesrhythmus. Diese Mischung hat mir unglaublich gut gefallen!
Continuing our "Third Person" series, Pastor Andrew shares insights from his unique Catholic-Charismatic background and how it shaped his understanding of the Holy Spirit. He explores the vital role of God the Spirit in Jesus' life and ministry—from His miraculous conception and baptism to His empowered mission—and how the Spirit ignited the birth and growth of the early church. // Verses and message notes: www.theridge.church/notes // Join us online or in person Sundays at 9a + 11a: www.theridge.church/live
Gen. 2:5–7 Job 33:1–7 John 16:4b–15 1 Cor. 2:6–16 In a time of immense confusion about the Holy Spirit, Christians must come back to the basics. In this doctrinal sermon on the deity of the Spirit, we learn the Bible's clear but challenging way of showing us who the Third Person of the Trinity is. We learn that He proceeds from the Father and the Son, and He does this not as a force, but as God Himself.
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In this episode of Side Notes, Pastors Josh and Arch pull back the curtain on the heart and hustle behind preaching. They talk candidly about what it's like to wrestle with theology, seek feedback from trusted voices, and teach with clarity, humility, and love for the church. From the nerves of teaching on the Trinity to the encouragement of the “200 sermon rule,” this conversation highlights the importance of staying teachable, leaning into community, and giving yourself grace as you grow.
The Holy Spirit is often the least mentioned member of the Holy Trinity. Join us as we introduce The Holy Spirit and look forward to the coming weeks of our newest series
Pastor Josh begins our "Third Person" series with a clear and Biblical look at the Holy Spirit—who He is and what He does. Often misunderstood or overlooked, the Spirit of God has been present and active since creation, empowering leaders, guiding prophets, and shaping God's people. Understanding the Holy Spirit isn't optional—it's essential for every believer. // Verses and message notes: www.theridge.church/notes // Join us online or in person Sundays at 9a + 11a: www.theridge.church/live
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Join us for the conclusion of the Third Person series as we hear from missionaries to Sierra Leone about how the Holy Spirit has guided them as they seek to be obedient to Christ.
This series, called "Third Person" is a deep dive into the person and work of the Holy Spirit. If Jesus needed the Holy Spirit to accomplish his mission on earth, then how much more do we?
Send us a textDo you truly know the Holy Spirit? Not as a mystical force or divine energy, but as the third person of the Godhead with intellect, will, and purpose?This transformative episode delves deep into the biblical evidence for the personhood of the Holy Spirit, challenging common misconceptions and illuminating a truth central to Christian faith. Through careful examination of Scripture, we discover how the Holy Spirit teaches, guides, convicts, and testifies—actions that can only be attributed to a person, not an impersonal force.The implications are profound. When we grasp that the Holy Spirit is not an "it" but a "He," our entire relationship with God shifts. We learn to recognize the distinct yet harmonious roles within the Trinity: the Father elects, the Son redeems, and the Holy Spirit regenerates and sanctifies. This divine collaboration works seamlessly to bring about our salvation.Many professing Christians inadvertently diminish the Holy Spirit to a divine energy to be harnessed, rather than a divine person to be known and honored. This misunderstanding doesn't just affect theological abstractions—it fundamentally alters who we worship. As one participant powerfully notes, "If you pull one of the persons out of the Godhead, you don't have God."Whether you're wrestling with questions about the Trinity or seeking a deeper relationship with all persons of the Godhead, this episode offers clarity, biblical insight, and a renewed appreciation for the magnificent completeness of God's triune nature. The Holy Spirit—teacher, comforter, guide—awaits your recognition not as a power to use, but as a divine person who searches the deep things of God and reveals them to those who seek.How might your spiritual journey change when you truly understand and relate to the Holy Spirit as Scripture reveals Him?Support the show
This series, called "Third Person" is a deep dive into the person and work of the Holy Spirit. If Jesus needed the Holy Spirit to accomplish his mission on earth, then how much more do we?
Today, Pastor Graydon Bishop continues our series called Third Person where we dive deep into the teachings on the Holy Spirit.If you'd like to connect with us, please visit myjourney.church
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Today, the Church proceeds in Her plan to introduce to us the Third Person of The Blessed Trinity, namely, the Holy Spirit. For that, she continues to preach about love. A result of love is unity. The bond of the Blessed Trinity is the Love of God. In fact, God is Love! Now, the Holy Spirit is the Love of the Father for the Son and vice versa. The Blessed Trinity is a solid Unity because of this unbreakable love between the Persons of the Trinity. Further, Jesus calls us to be one with God, just as God is one. We need to possess this unity. Without it we cannot think that we could enjoy being with God, or the Blessed Trinity, for eternity. To become one with God never means that we are called to lose our individuality. We are to remain as each is, but to be one in the Blessed Trinity.
This series, called "Third Person" is a deep dive into the person and work of the Holy Spirit. If Jesus needed the Holy Spirit to accomplish his mission on earth, then how much more do we?
Aileen carries on our Third Person series focussed on the Holy Spirit, by looking at what Jesus describes as 'living waters' in John 4.
In this episode, we take a look at the story of Mubarak, the other person who was present during that momentous day when the Bab declared His Mission.
This series, called "Third Person" is a deep dive into the person and work of the Holy Spirit. If Jesus needed the Holy Spirit to accomplish his mission on earth, then how much more do we?
Ashley Johnson and Taliesin Jaffe welcome the creators of the Midst Cosmos and fellow weirdos Matt Roen, Sara Wile, and Xen to their Weird Kids table! From role-playing games to nostalgic artifacts to neat gadgets to just a shared love of scents, this motley crew of magnificent misfits has plenty of delightfully strange topics to show-and-tell. Use the code "WEIRDOS" for a one month free trial on https://beacon.tv/ Start your Beacon Membership and get unparalleled access to the shows you love completely ad-free! You'll receive NEW Beacon exclusive series, instant access to VODs & podcasts, live event pre-sales, merch discounts, & a private Discord. ABOUT WEIRD KIDS: Ashley Johnson and Taliesin Jaffe deep dive into their lives as the Weird Kids! This is a formal invitation to all the misfits, outcasts, and weirdos to take a seat at our table and join these former child actors as they embrace their unique upbringings and celebrate all things weird and wonderful. Full Episodes of Weird Kids available exclusively on Beacon Follow Weird Kids! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theweirdkidspod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hellobeacon YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheWeirdKidsPod ABOUT UNEND: Several decades after the events of MIDST and Moonward, a supernatural ship and a remarkable crew set forth on an expedition to explore the highest heights, deepest depths, and furthest reaches of the known cosmos. But their journey is fraught with peril as they discover truths and realities far stranger than any of them could ever have imagined. UNEND Season 2 coming this June to your preferred podcast platform and the Midst Podcast YouTube Follow Midst Cosmos! Website: https://www.midst.co Twitter: https://twitter.com/midstpodcast Instagram: https://instagram.com/midstpodcast Tumblr: https://midstpodcast.tumblr.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@midstpodcast Produced by Maxwell James and Will Lamborn Theme Song by Dave Heatwave Animation by Max Schapiro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This series, called "Third Person" is a deep dive into the person and work of the Holy Spirit. If Jesus needed the Holy Spirit to accomplish his mission on earth, then how much more do we?
Welcome to All Saints Church Worcester! In this podcast, we invite you to join us for a heartfelt worship gathering that celebrates our faith and community.
Join our Midst Cosmos creators Third Person as they sit down with "Party of One" host Jeff Stormer to discuss RPGs and play "See Issue X", a solo RPG about superheroes and the incredible absurdity of comic book continuity. Get ready for the epic showdown between Captain Cardboard, Mirror Man, and Humanity! What's Party of One?Party of One is an actual-play podcast focused on two-player roleplaying experiences. Every week, host Jeff Stormer sits down with friends for a two-player game to have some laughs, maybe a few tears, and a really good time.New episodes drop every Tuesday! Learn more about Party of One!Website: https://www.partyofonepodcast.com/Discord: https://discordapp.com/invite/SxpQKmK Patreon: www.patreon.com/jeffstormer Learn more about See Issue X: https://potatocubed.itch.io/see-issue-x Theme Song: Mega Ran feat. D&D Sluggers, “Infinite Lives,” RandomBeats LLC, www.megaran.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Third Person (Matt, Sara, and Xen) are the trio of writers/performers behind Midst, one of my actual favorite audio fiction shows of all time. I love Midst so much in fact, that we decided to turn Party of One into... Party of Three for an episode to get to share a table with them. We sat down to play See Issue X, a solo RPG about superheroes and the incredible absurdity of comic book continuity. Get ready for the epic showdown between Captain Cardboard, Mirror Man, and Humanity!MIDST: https://midst.co/FOLLOW MIDST ON SOCIAL MEDIA: https://www.instagram.com/midstpodcast/SEE ISSUE X: https://potatocubed.itch.io/see-issue-xPARTY OF ONE DISCORD: https://discordapp.com/invite/SxpQKmKSUPPORT JEFF ON PATREON: www.patreon.com/jeffstormerTHEME SONG: Mega Ran feat. D&D Sluggers, “Infinite Lives,” RandomBeats LLC, www.megaran.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/party-of-one-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
This series, called "Third Person" is a deep dive into the person and work of the Holy Spirit. If Jesus needed the Holy Spirit to accomplish his mission on earth, then how much more do we?
Every night, join Father Joseph Matlak as he ends the day with prayer and reflection. In a few short minutes, Father Matlak guides you in prayer and shares a brief reflection and a thorough examination of conscience providing you with the encouragement necessary to go forward with peace and strength. ________________
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This episode we are joined by awarding winning playwright, librettist and activist Catherine Filloux. Catherine's works have been performed nationally and internationally and her new play Third Person will be make its premier this fall at Culture Hub. Her other works include How to Eat and Orange, whatdies, Eyes of the Heart and Lemkin's House. We speak with Catherine about what got her into activism and how it relates to her works, working on operas and musicals, her new play Third Person and much more!
In this special episode of Midst Messages, Third Person takes a deep dive into the Midst comic books with guests Will Kirkby, Aviv Or, and Kendra Wells. Check out our comics! Midst: Address Unknown - https://www.darkhorse.com/Comics/3013-738/Midst-Address-Unknown Midst: The Valorous Farmer - https://www.darkhorse.com/Comics/3013-739/Midst-The-Valorous-Farmer Midst: Ripples - https://www.darkhorse.com/Comics/3013-740/Midst-Ripples Midst: Tales From The Cosmos HC - https://www.darkhorse.com/Books/3013-744/Midst-Tales-from-the-Cosmos-HC Special Guests: Will Kirkby - https://x.com/chamonkee Aviv Or - https://www.avivor.com/ Kendra Wells - https://www.kendrawcandraw.com/ Midst Messages is created by Third Person Original Music and Episode Icon Art by Third Person Follow us! Website: https://www.midst.co Twitter: https://twitter.com/midstpodcast Instagram: https://instagram.com/midstpodcast Midst Messages is a Metapigeon production in partnership with and distributed by Critical Role Productions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Together, with Fr. Mike, we begin our examination of the Third Person of the Holy Trinity, the Holy Spirit, and how God reveals himself as the Holy Spirit in our lives. Fr. Mike emphasizes the words of St. Irenaeus that, “in order to be touched by Christ, we must first be touched by the Holy Spirit.” We also explore eight ways the Catechism lays out for us to be able to understand the Holy Spirit. Today's readings are Catechism Paragraphs 683-688. This episode has been found to be in conformity with the Catechism by the Institute on the Catechism, under the Subcommittee on the Catechism, USCCB. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/ciy Please note: The Catechism of the Catholic Church contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.
On Retention Chronicles this week, Mariah Parsons spoke with Jesse Kaufman, CEO of Shipping Tree (now Kase), a third-party logistics (3PL) company for ecommerce brands. Kaufman discussed his experience growing Shipping Tree from its founding to managing thousands of orders daily. He highlighted the importance of diversifying shipping carriers due to recent changes at USPS that impacted DHL eCom, and the effects of Section 321 rule changes on import duties. Kaufman also addressed the psychological challenges brands may face when transitioning to a 3PL provider, emphasizing the need for trust and proper onboarding.Episode Timestamps:5:25 Challenges and Evolution of Shipping TreeJesse discusses the growth of Shipping Tree, from a small operation to fulfilling thousands of orders daily.He highlights the challenges faced in the early days, such as managing inventory and fulfillment without dedicated technology.Jesse emphasizes the importance of having a technological bridge between merchants and 3PLs, which was lacking in the early days.He shares insights into the evolution of 3PLs and the varying quality of apps used by different 3PLs.6:04 Transitioning to a 3PL and Overcoming Psychological BarriersMariah and Jesse discuss the psychological challenges brands face when transitioning to a 3PL, such as trusting a third party with their inventory.Jesse explains how Shipping Tree helps brands overcome these challenges by providing peace of mind and ensuring proper QA processes.They discuss the importance of founders evaluating 3PLs based on their systems and the level of care they show for brands and products.Jesse mentions the role of references and third-party validation in helping founders make informed decisions about choosing a 3PL.6:19 Minimum Order Volumes and Finding the Right 3PLMariah and Jesse discuss the minimum order volumes required by Shipping Tree, typically starting at 2000 orders per month.Jesse advises founders to look for 3PLs that fit their needs, whether they are small, mom-and-pop operations or larger, more established 3PLs.He highlights the importance of finding a 3PL that can grow with the brand and provides the necessary support and technology.Jesse mentions resources like Twitter and Third Person, a company that helps match brands with 3PLs, to assist founders in finding the right partner.23:33 Carrier Diversification and USPS ChangesMariah and Jesse discuss the importance of carrier diversification in light of changes in the USPS's contract with DHL eCom.Jesse explains how the USPS is canceling contracts with aggregators like DHL, which will affect the cost and delivery of packages.He notes that while the impact on rates will not be significant, it is still important for brands to diversify their carriers.Jesse shares how Shipping Tree's rate shopping tools help merchants find the cheapest options for their desired day in transit.32:32 Impact of Section 321 ChangesMariah and Jesse discuss the impact of the upcoming changes to Section 321, a NAFTA law that allowed brands to import products duty-free from Mexico or Canada.Jesse explains how the Biden administration announced plans to close this loophole, which has led to a scramble among brands to find new solutions.He notes that the President of Mexico recently stepped in to accelerate the timeline for these changes, adding urgency to the situation.Jesse expresses his support for the changes, believing they will create more jobs in the US and benefit the country overall.
Third Person met up with the incredible folks from Worldbuilding for Masochists to discuss what it's like worldbuild as a team. Worldbuilding means getting to “play god” – so how does that take a different shape when you're part of a pantheon rather than the One True Ruler of your world? Xen, Matt Roen, and Sara Wile, the creative trio behind Midst, a surreal sci-fi fantasy audio drama now produced by Critical Role Productions, join Worldbuilding for Masochists to discuss co-creating a world and the stories that happen within it! When working as a team, how do you divide the labor? What's the balance of talents on your team, and how can you best get those skills to flow together? Words, art, sounds, shapes, motion -- all these tools can help to tell a larger story. How is co-worldbuilding for an audio drama like or unlike other forms of cooperative storytelling, like theater, gaming, and immersive experiences? We also discuss the joy of crafting the intricate details of a world and how creating the tiny details can actually communicate a great deal about the worldbuilding. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Worldbuilding means getting to “play god” – so how does that take a different shape when you're part of a pantheon rather than the One True Ruler of your world? Xen, Matt Roen, and Sara Wile, the creative trio behind Midst, a surreal sci-fi fantasy audio drama now produced by Critical Role Productions, join us to discuss co-creating a world and the stories that happen within it! When working as a team, how do you divide the labor? What's the balance of talents on your team, and how can you best get those skills to flow together? Words, art, sounds, shapes, motion -- all these tools can help to tell a larger story. How is co-worldbuilding for an audio drama like or unlike other forms of cooperative storytelling, like theater, gaming, and immersive experiences? We also discuss the joy of crafting the intricate details of a world and how creating the tiny details can actually communicate a great deal about the worldbuilding. [Transcript TK] Our Guests: The trio (also known as Third Person) are master world-builders. Their newest series in the Midst Cosmos, UNEND, takes listeners on a cosmic journey with an unconventional crew aboard a mysterious, supernatural ship—a story with the adventurous, space-western spirit of Firefly. The story combines psychological depth, moral ambiguity, and unexpected humor, brought to life by their unique collaborative process. They divide creative roles—Xen (sounds), Sara (pictures), and Matt (words)—yet approach every stage of worldbuilding as a team. The Midst Cosmos is the surreal, reality-bending, sci-fantasy setting of our three standalone series: Midst, Moonward: A Midst Roleplaying Story, and our new addition UNEND. Talking place several decades after the events of Midst and Moonward, UNEND focuses on a supernatural ship and a remarkable crew set forth on an expedition to explore the highest heights, deepest depths, and furthest reaches of the known cosmos. But their journey is fraught with peril as they discover truths and realities far stranger than any of them could ever have imagined. You can listen to all three series now on your favorite podcast app and on the Midst Podcast YouTube channel! OR if you want to unlock bonus content like music, art downloads, AMAs with the narrators, AND support the story, we invite you to Join the Fold at Midst.co!
Delight in the presence of God as Apostle Tonya teaches on the Blessed Holy Spirit, the Third-Person of the Godhead.For more teachings on our Lord Jesus Christ, and Apostle Tonya's testimonies on supernatural manifestations in the Glory, visit https://apostletonya.org
Monster Hunter Wilds - Ep 334: Put on your best outfits, Fashion Hunters, because we're heading out on our quest to capture and kill some beasties as we discuss the newest game in the hit, long running franchise: Monster Hunter Wilds! March Madness kicks off with Colin's choice and he wants to talk about the series he's been hooked on since the very first entry. Do his fellow hosts have what it takes to explore the wilds? Tune in to find out! Palico lovers unite! @NormiesLikeUs https://www.instagram.com/normieslikeus/ @jacob https://www.instagram.com/jacob/ @MikeHasInsta https://www.instagram.com/mikehasinsta/ https://letterboxd.com/BabblingBrooksy/ https://letterboxd.com/hobbes72/ https://letterboxd.com/mikejromans/
This week: Corporations are doing all the things while Jon and Tyler get sucked into some lengthy games.CHAPTERS:(00:02:09) WB Hates Games(00:04:20) Book Talk(00:08:56) First vs. Third Person(00:19:03) Digital Apocalypse(00:37:11) Starry MMOs(00:40:25) AMD 9000 Series(00:55:54) Avowed(01:01:44) Monster Hunter Wilds(01:11:24) Anna Williams ReturnsSUBSCRIBE:Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Overcast | Pocket Casts This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.couchcompany.games
This week Foo grapples with Bob. Gym grapples with a drywall repair. Gym gets locked up when thinking about doing home renovations projects. The right tools make the difference but not having them is not a reason why you can't do something. Foo wants to build a garden out back, is there time? Gym finally installs his wife's dash cam after two years. Foo's Dad pops the big question about Temu. Gym has a Caddy update. Plus much more!
Two spinster cousins become the new owners of their ancestral manor. But the estate is haunted by the spirit of their late uncle! Hear the tale in tonight's Old Time Radio marathon with CBS Radio Mystery Theater's presentation of “The Third Person” from September 19, 1975!Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version. https://weirddarkness.com/syndicateInfo on the next LIVE SCREAM event. https://weirddarkness.com/LiveScreamInfo on the next WATCH PARTY event. https://weirddarkness.com/TVCHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Show Open00:02:00.000 = CBS Radio Mystery Theater, “The Third Person” (September 19, 1975) ***WD00:48:01.109 = CBC Nightfall, “A Shortwave Goodbye” (January 09, 1981) ***WD01:17:54.059 = Mr and Mrs North, “The Norths Buy a Letter” (October 06, 1943)01:48:28.379 = Obsession, “Faith Is The Evidence” (May 12, 1952) ***WD02:18:22.269 = Origin of Superstition, “Bubbles in a Tea Cup” (1935) ***WD02:33:25.199 = Mystery Playhouse, “Turnabout” (May 20, 1946) ***WD02:56:39.169 = The Philip Morris Playhouse, “The Night Has a Thousand Eyes” (August 19, 1953)03:21:14.499 = The Price of Fear, “Out of the Mouths” (June 20, 1983)03:49:16.289 = Adventures of Ellery Queen, “Mischief Maker” (January 15, 1944) ***WD04:15:40.109 = Quiet Please, “Pathetic Fallacy” (February 02, 1948) ***WD04:46:22.439 = Radio City Playhouse, “Fanny” (August 21, 1948) ***WD05:15:25.439 = Show Close(ADU) = Air Date Unknown(LQ) = Low Quality***WD = Remastered, edited, or cleaned up by Weird Darkness to make the episode listenable. Audio may not be pristine, but it will be better than the original file which may have been unusable or more difficult to hear without editing.Weird Darkness theme by Alibi Music Library= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.= = = = =CUSTOM WEBPAGE: https://weirddarkness.com/WDRR0323
In this episode, I discuss a fascinating study about how third-person self-talk affects the brain and improves emotional regulation under stress.Here's an article about the study: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2017/07/170726102906.htm
In his solo exhibition, "In Third Person," at the Afula Municipal Gallery, artist Liad Ben Yehuda is exhibiting for the first time under his real name. The Afula-based educator and street artist known by his tag I ❤️ Afula, provides visitors with an intimate look into his process – by also bringing his studio to the gallery. Curator Mor Barak Rivlin spoke to KAN reporter Naomi Segal about the exhibition, which opens January 24. (Photo: Mor Barak Rivlin)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Homily: Holiness Changes Everything (Sunday after Theophany) Ephesians 4: 7-13 St. Matthew 4: 12-17 Review/Introduction. Ontology of Beauty. Designed to provide a deeper appreciation for our faith and to demonstrate the blindness of materialism (to include the “new atheists”). When materialists describe our appreciation for beauty, they either try to show how an appreciation for beauty somehow increased evolutionary fitness, or, in a more sophisticated way, say that it is a happy coincidence. We know that there is more to beauty than these explanations allow. God is beautiful, and His infinite beauty continually flows into creation as naturally as do logic, life, and love. Beauty draws us into a growing relationship with something Good beyond ourselves, while at the same time resonating with and nourishing the spark of beauty within; it is not only real, but it is perfecting. It's ontology is sacramental. Today we are continuing the feast of Theophany; the celebration of God's revelation to us of His Triune (Three in One; One in Three) nature at Christ's Baptism. God the Father (the First Person of the Trinity) is revealed through His voice, which acknowledges Jesus as His Son (the Second Person of the Trinity), while the Holy Spirit (the Third Person of the Trinity) descends on Him and confirms this great truth. This is an important thing for us to know, and we thank God for this revelation. Among other things, the prayerful contemplation of the Trinity tells us much about how we, though separate persons, can and should be united; that the Church is more than a collection of like-minded individuals, and that the thing that they share is the thing that best defines them. It describes how we can, as the Liturgy says, have “one mind” yet maintain our own identities, thoughts, and charismas. Theophany as an Introduction to Holiness. But it is not this mysterious truth that the Church, through the hymns and scripture of the feast, would have us focus on. No, the poetry and prophecy of the feast of Theophany is on the reaction of creation to the presence of the Messiah, the Christ, the God-man Jesus; and in so doing it brings up another reality that – along with the reality of beauty that we discussed last week – “confounds the Greeks” (i.e. the new atheists and all materialists). This reality is the ontology of holiness and its effect on creation. Holiness I: a source and reflection of spiritual light, warmth, and power. Holiness is a quality that blessed things have; things that have been sanctified through their dedication to and proximity to the absolute source of spiritual light, warmth, and power. This source exists outside of creation, but creation is designed to thrive under its influence; and having thrived, to become holy itself. You get a sense of holiness when you perceive that something is “good”; and by good, I do not mean useful or pleasing. These are the selfish perversions of “goodness”. I mean when you can just tell that something is wholesome and right; when it just seems to radiate spiritual light, warmth, and power. Holiness II: Eden as the Cultivation of Holiness. As the race created in the “Image of God”, humans had a special blessing to be cultivators of a holy creation. The rest of creation, in turn, was created to respond to us. But when we forsake holiness in favor of profanity, our special relationship with creation changed; we became as much of a curse to creation as anything else. We, along with everything else, were created “good”, but we have forsaken this goodness and the result is a world that yields weeds and thistles along with fruits and vegetables. Holiness III: But God desires the restoration of creation with us as its cultivator. Old Adam – that is to say, old humanity – forsook holiness and lost its special relationship with the rest of creation. Adam fell, and scripture tells us that creation groaned in agony as a result. But here scripture is simply affirming something we already know: we are at odds with the world – some would say we are at war with it, and our attempts to subdue it through sheer force and technology have been met with, as God describes “thorns and thistles”. The response of the best environmentalists can only mitigate the affects of this sundered relationship; and the desires of the purist secular and pagan ecologists, while well intended, cannot be realized through good will alone. It seems that we are destined to wrestle with the world until either it or us are destroyed. But into this mess comes new hope: the New Adam; the one who never forsook holiness; the one who is, in fact, the pre-eternal source of holiness who chose to join the race of fallen Adam so that through Him it might be restored. Spiritual warmth, light, and power radiated from His flesh. He was holy and creation responded to Him. The waters of the Jordan were transformed by His contact with it; water became the source, the mechanism, of the perfection of humankind. All the wickedness that had come to dwell within the Jordan were “turned back” due to the presence of the messiah, the God-man Jesus. Wickedness cannot abide the presence of holiness. It is forced to either fight it or flee. And this influence of Christ on creation did not stop at the Jordan. The world could not be still at His presence: the good responded to Him as it was intended; the wicked either repented and joined Him in holiness or doubled down in its profanity. Conclusion: the mission of the Church. The marvelous thing is that through Him all of creation is being renewed. His ministry on earth was just the start, the seed. When it was planted in the earth at His death, it immediately sprang out of the earth with greater power and purpose. Through Him, by embracing His holiness – now risen as the Holy Orthodox Church with Him as its root and head – we can bring holiness to the world. In the saints, this took very tangible form; but I know that you have seen it operate in your own life. You respond to holiness and you have seen others do the same. Some recoil in shock and revulsion; others reflect it back so that the mutual glow is increased. Am I being too abstract? Try this. The materialists say there is no proof of what I am saying: let's show how wrong they are. Repay profanity with holiness. When someone is being mean and spiteful, meet it with patience and kindness. See what the reaction is. If you are pure in your intent, there will be one of two reactions: either the spite will dissipate or it will attack. In either case, do not stop the experiment: watch how your friends and enemies alike respond to the holiness you bring into their lives. Watch how its presence in others affects you. Not only will this confound the new atheists in our midst, it will bring joy back into this troubled world. And that is the real point of the Theophany of Our Lord.
Read OnlineZechariah his father, filled with the Holy Spirit, prophesied, saying: “Blessed be the Lord, the God of Israel; for he has come to his people and set them free…” Luke 1:67–68Our story of the birth of Saint John the Baptist concludes today with the song of praise spoken by Zechariah after his tongue had been loosened on account of his transformation in faith. He had moved from doubting what the Archangel Gabriel had spoken to him to believing and following the command of the Archangel to name his firstborn son “John.” As we saw in yesterday's reflection, Zechariah is a model and example for those who have lacked faith, have suffered the consequences of their lack of faith, and have changed as a result.Today, we see an even fuller illustration of what happens when we change. No matter how deeply we have doubted in the past, no matter how far we have turned from God, when we turn back to Him with all our heart, we can hope to experience the same thing experienced by Zechariah. First, we see that Zechariah is “filled with the Holy Spirit.” And as a result of this gift of the Holy Spirit, Zechariah “prophesied.” These two revelations are very significant.As we prepare for the celebration of the Birth of Christ tomorrow on Christmas Day, we are also called to be “filled with the Holy Spirit” so that we also can act as a prophetic messenger of the Lord. Though Christmas is all about the Second Person of the Most Holy Trinity, Christ Jesus our Lord, the Holy Spirit (the Third Person of the Holy Trinity) plays just as much of a significant role in the glorious event, both at that time and also today. Recall that it was by the Holy Spirit Who overshadowed Mother Mary that she conceived the Christ Child. In today's Gospel, it was the Holy Spirit Who enabled Zechariah to proclaim the greatness of God's act of sending John the Baptist ahead of Jesus to prepare the way for Him. Today, it must be the Holy Spirit Who fills our lives so as to enable us to proclaim the Christmas Truth.In our day and age, Christmas has become very secular in many parts of the world. Few people take time on Christmas to truly pray and worship God for all that He has done. Few people continually proclaim that glorious message of the Incarnation to family and friends during this most solemn celebration. How about you? Are you able to be a true “prophet” of the Most High God this Christmas? Has the Holy Spirit overshadowed you and filled you with the grace needed to point others to this glorious reason for our celebration?Reflect, today, upon the role of the Holy Spirit in your life this day. Invite the Holy Spirit to fill you, inspire you, and strengthen you, and to give to you the wisdom you need to be a mouthpiece of the glorious gift of the birth of the Savior of the World this Christmas. No other gift could be more important to give to others than this message of truth and love.Holy Spirit, I give You my life and invite You to come to me, to overshadow me and to fill me with Your divine presence. As You fill me, give me the wisdom I need to speak of Your greatness and to be an instrument through which others are drawn into the glorious celebration of the birth of the Savior of the World. Come, Holy Spirit, fill me, consume me and use me for Your glory. Jesus, I trust in You. Source of content: catholic-daily-reflections.comCopyright © 2024 My Catholic Life! Inc. All rights reserved. Used with permission via RSS feed.Featured image above: Benedictus Dominus Deus Israel!, via flickr
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