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ABOUT THE EPISODEAccording to Eastern Orthodoxy, at death the soul ascends to various levels where Angels and Demons engage in a courtroom battle. What determines whether the soul goes up to heaven or down to hell? (Spoiler: it's not Jesus)SponsorThis month's sponsor is Grimke Seminary. Pastors are called to care for the church of God that God called them to. So why do seminaries require men to leave their church to pursue theological studies? At Grimké Seminary, you can get Christ-centered, theological training in the Reformed, Protestant tradition, without leaving your local church. They offer a range of pastoral studies for students of all backgrounds to serve your growth in ministry, from a Bachelor's to a Doctor of Ministry.To apply, go to grimkeseminary.org and use the code “christoverall” to have your application fee waived.Resources to Click“Aerial Toll Houses, or The Saving Weight of Works: The Soul's Trial by Demons After Death According to Eastern Orthodoxy” – Joshua Schooping“Octoechos” – Encyclopedia.com“The Origins of Pascha and Great Week – Part II” – Rev. Alkiviadis C. Calivas“The Icon FAQ” – Orthodox Christian Information Center“Icons as Teachers” – Archpriest John Matusiak“Exhortation to Baptism” – St. Basil the Great“Aerial Toll Houses, Provisional Judgment, and the Orthodox Faith” – Stephen ShoemakerTheme of the Month: Go West, Young Men: Evaluating the Drift toward Eastern OrthodoxyGive to Support the Work Books to ReadAfter Death – Vassilios BakoyiannisThe Doctrine of Deification in the Greek Patristic Tradition – Norman RussellEternal Mysteries Beyond the Grave – Archimandrite PanteleimonThe Departure of the Soul According to the Teaching of the Orthodox Church – St. Anthony's Greek Orthodox MonasteryLife After Death According to the Orthodox Church – Jean-Claude LarchetThe Soul, the Body and Death – Lazar PuhaloMount Athos: Microcosm of the Christian East – Graham Speake an Kallistos WareA Night in the Desert of the Holy Mountain: Discussion with a Hermit on the Jesus Prayer – Metropolitan Hierotheos of NafpaktosThe Future Life According to Orthodox Teaching – Constantine CarvanosThe Soul After Death – Fr. Seraphim RoseThinking Orthodox: Understanding an Acquiring the Orthodox Christian Mind – Eugenia Scarvelis ConstantinouBible, Church, Tradition: An Eastern Orthodox View – Georges FlorovskyEarly Christian Hagiography and Roman History – Timothy D. BarnesPythagorean Knowledge from the Ancient to Modern World – Almut Barbara Renger and Alessandro StavruDemons in Early Judaism and Christianity: Characters and Characteristics – Hector M. Patmore and Josef LösslThe Life of the Virgin: Maximus the Confessor – Stephen J. ShoemakerMary in Early Christian Faith and Devotion – Stephen J. ShoemakerAncient Traditions of the Virgin Mary's Dormition and Assumption – Stephen J. Shoemaker
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Trinity Anglican Seminary is built on the same daily prayer rhythms you practice every time you hit play. Morning Prayer. Evening Prayer. Weekly Eucharist. It's a place where chapel and classroom aren't two separate worlds, they're one. This June, you can experience it firsthand, whether you're seeking a degree or just a week of learning and formation. Intensive registration is open now at tas.edu/dailyoffice.Evening Prayer for Monday, June 1, 2026 (The Visitation of the Virgin Mary to Elizabeth and Zechariah; Proper 4; Justin, Teacher of the Faith and Martyr at Rome, c. 165).Psalm and Scripture readings (60-day Psalter):Psalm 78:19-40Ezekiel 6Acts 8:4-25Click here to support The Daily Office Podcast with a one-time gift or a recurring donation.Click here to access the text for the Daily Office at DailyOffice2019.com.
Trinity Anglican Seminary is built on the same daily prayer rhythms you practice every time you hit play. Morning Prayer. Evening Prayer. Weekly Eucharist. It's a place where chapel and classroom aren't two separate worlds, they're one. This June, you can experience it firsthand, whether you're seeking a degree or just a week of learning and formation. Intensive registration is open now at tas.edu/dailyoffice.Morning Prayer for Monday, June 1, 2026 (The Visitation of the Virgin Mary to Elizabeth and Zechariah; Proper 4; Justin, Teacher of the Faith and Martyr at Rome, c. 165).Psalm and Scripture readings (60-day Psalter):Psalm 78:1-18Deuteronomy 33Luke 17:20-37Click here to support The Daily Office Podcast with a one-time gift or a recurring donation.Click here to access the text for the Daily Office at DailyOffice2019.com.
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Trinity Anglican Seminary is built on the same daily prayer rhythms you practice every time you hit play. Morning Prayer. Evening Prayer. Weekly Eucharist. It's a place where chapel and classroom aren't two separate worlds, they're one. This June, you can experience it firsthand, whether you're seeking a degree or just a week of learning and formation. Intensive registration is open now at tas.edu/dailyoffice.Evening Prayer for Sunday, May 31, 2026 (Trinity Sunday; The Visitation of the Virgin Mary to Elizabeth and Zechariah).Psalm and Scripture readings (60-day Psalter):Psalms 79, 82Ezekiel 5Acts 7:35-8:3Click here to support The Daily Office Podcast with a one-time gift or a recurring donation.Click here to access the text for the Daily Office at DailyOffice2019.com.
Trinity Anglican Seminary is built on the same daily prayer rhythms you practice every time you hit play. Morning Prayer. Evening Prayer. Weekly Eucharist. It's a place where chapel and classroom aren't two separate worlds, they're one. This June, you can experience it firsthand, whether you're seeking a degree or just a week of learning and formation. Intensive registration is open now at tas.edu/dailyoffice.Morning Prayer for Sunday, May 31, 2026 (Trinity Sunday; The Visitation of the Virgin Mary to Elizabeth and Zechariah).Psalm and Scripture readings (60-day Psalter):Psalms 75-76Deuteronomy 32:1-10, 15-22, 39-52Luke 1:39-56Click here to support The Daily Office Podcast with a one-time gift or a recurring donation.Click here to access the text for the Daily Office at DailyOffice2019.com.
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Materials on Dura-Europos and the Christian Building/Baptistery.Encyclopaedia Britannica. “Chi-Rho.”Encyclopaedia Britannica. “Paschal Controversies.”Encyclopaedia Britannica. “Melito of Sardis.”Encyclopaedia Britannica. “Christology: Early History.”Encyclopaedia Britannica. “Docetism.”Encyclopaedia Britannica. “Adoptionism.”Encyclopaedia Britannica. “Cerinthus.”Encyclopaedia Britannica. “Theodotus the Tanner.”Encyclopaedia Britannica. “St. Ignatius of Antioch.”Encyclopaedia Britannica. “Apologist.”Encyclopaedia Britannica. “Saint Justin Martyr.”Encyclopaedia Britannica. “First Apology.”Encyclopaedia Britannica. “Dialogue with Trypho.”Encyclopaedia Britannica. “Celsus.”Encyclopaedia Britannica. “Christianity: Apologetics: Defending the Faith.”Encyclopaedia Britannica. “Tertullian.”Encyclopaedia Britannica. “Athenagoras.”Encyclopaedia Britannica. “First Letter of Clement.”Encyclopaedia Britannica. “St. Cyprian.”Encyclopaedia Britannica. “Novatian.”Encyclopaedia Britannica. “Saint Irenaeus.”Encyclopaedia Britannica. “Christianity: Aversion of Heresy: The Establishment of Orthodoxy.”Encyclopaedia Britannica. “The Process of Canonization.”Encyclopaedia Britannica. “Late 2nd-Century Canons.”Encyclopaedia Britannica. “Muratorian Fragment.”Encyclopaedia Britannica. “Biblical Canon.”Encyclopaedia Britannica. “Codex.”Encyclopaedia Britannica. “Christianity: Authority and Dissent.”Encyclopaedia Britannica. “Christianity: Relations between Christianity and Judaism.”Joshua Ezra Burns. “The Parting of the Ways in Contemporary Perspective.” In The Christian Schism in Jewish History and Jewish Memory. Cambridge University Press.Adam H. Becker and Annette Yoshiko Reed, eds. The Ways That Never Parted: Jews and Christians in Late Antiquity and the Early Middle Ages. Fortress Press.Judith Lieu. Neither Jew nor Greek? Constructing Early Christianity. T&T Clark.Encyclopaedia Britannica. “Constantine I.”Encyclopaedia Britannica. “Arianism.”Encyclopaedia Britannica. “First Council of Nicaea.”Encyclopaedia Britannica. “Saint Athanasius.”Encyclopaedia Britannica. “Festal Letters.”Encyclopaedia Britannica. “First Council of Constantinople.”Primary Texts UsedThe Martyrdom of Polycarp. Used for the early literary shaping of martyrdom, witness, bishop-martyr memory, and the theological interpretation of death.The Passion of Saints Perpetua and Felicity. Used for imprisonment, trial, visions, martyrdom, and the rare preserved voice of a female Christian martyr.Apostolic Tradition, traditionally associated with Hippolytus. Used for baptismal preparation, catechumenal scrutiny, exorcism, fasting, vigil, renunciation, oil, and immersion.1 John 4. Used for the anti-docetic pressure around confessing Jesus Christ as having “come in the flesh.”Ignatius of Antioch. Letter to the Smyrnaeans. Used for Christ's real flesh, real suffering, Eucharistic theology, and bishop-centered unity.Ignatius of Antioch. Letter to the Philadelphians and related letters. Useful backup for episcopal unity, Eucharistic order, and anti-schismatic arguments.Melito of Sardis. On Pascha. Used for Paschal theology, Christ as Pascha, typology, and Christian interpretation of Passover.Justin Martyr. First Apology. Used for apologetics, public defense, accusations against Christians, Eucharistic misunderstanding, and Christian worship.Justin Martyr. Dialogue with Trypho. Used for Christian-Jewish polemic, scriptural inheritance, fulfillment arguments, and the hardening separation between Christianity and Judaism.Athenagoras. A Plea for the Christians / Embassy for the Christians. Used as a major example of second-century apologetics addressed to imperial authority.Athenagoras. On the Resurrection of the Dead. Used as a philosophical Christian defense of resurrection.Tertullian. Apology. Used for Latin apologetics, Christian defense against Roman accusation, and the combative posture toward pagan criticism.Tertullian. Prescription Against Heretics. Useful backup for rule of faith, public apostolic teaching, and anti-heretical boundary-making.Origen. Against Celsus. Used for Celsus' pagan critique and Origen's major intellectual defense of Christianity.Celsus. The True Word / True Doctrine. Survives mainly through Origen's quotations and refutations; used for educated pagan criticism of Christianity.First Letter of Clement. Used for early ministry order, Roman intervention in Corinth, appointed bishops and deacons, and the emerging logic of succession.Cyprian of Carthage. On the Unity of the Catholic Church. Used for episcopal unity, schism, discipline, and the theological seriousness of the bishop's office.Novatian. De Trinitate. Used as a witness to mid-third-century theological conflict and Roman Latin theology.Irenaeus. Against Heresies. Used for anti-gnostic consolidation, rule of truth, fourfold Gospel authority, apostolic succession, and public apostolic memory.Eusebius. Ecclesiastical History. Used for the Paschal controversy, Polycarp and Anicetus, Victor and Polycrates, Irenaeus' intervention, early church memory, and the broader historical framing.The Didachē. Used as part of the wider early Christian literary world that remained influential outside the final New Testament canon.Letter of Barnabas. Used for anti-Jewish polemic, allegorical reading of Hebrew Scripture, and Christian claims over Israel's inheritance.The Shepherd of Hermas. Used as an example of a beloved early Christian text that was widely read but later excluded from the New Testament canon.Apocalypse of Peter. Used as part of the wider early Christian apocalyptic library that circulated before the canon fully closed.Muratorian Fragment. Used for the late-second-century Roman list of recognized Christian writings and the emerging shape of the New Testament.Cyril of Jerusalem. Mystagogical Catecheses. Used for post-baptismal instruction and the interpretation of initiation after the rite had been received.Ambrose of Milan. On the Mysteries and On the Sacraments. Used for mystagogical teaching, baptismal interpretation, anointing, and sacramental instruction.The Nicene Creed / First Council of Nicaea, 325. Used for creed formation, anti-Arian settlement attempts, and the conciliar compression of Christological conflict.Athanasius. Festal Letter 39. Used for the earliest surviving list matching the 27-book New Testament canon recognized in the mainstream tradition.Constantinopolitan Creed / First Council of Constantinople, 381. Used for the later stabilization and expansion of Nicene theological identity.Also want to remind people about the website, if you're into reading we have tons of information by multiple contributors, and we got t-shirts up on the site if you're interested. Fun fact, the art is all based on the eyeball. A
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Nate goes underground, Rue goes undercover, and Cassie goes under the covers!In this episode of Previously On, Jillian and her husband Tyler are breaking down Euphoria Season 3 Episode 7 “Rain or Shine,” (an all-timer!) the penultimate episode that finally delivered one of the season's biggest shocks and left us with approximately one million new questions. From Nate Jacobs' (Jacob Elordi) long-foreshadowed death (and whether it actually felt satisfying), to Rue (Zendaya) getting deeper into dangerous territory, to Cassie (Sydney Sweeney) and Maddy (Alexa Demie) turning into the most charismatic duo on television, this episode somehow managed to be heartbreaking, hilarious, stressful, and completely unhinged all at once. We're talking betrayal, bad decisions, sex scandals, secret safes, Western shootout energy, and why Lexi (Maude Apatow) might secretly be speaking for the entire audience this season.Plus, we're ranking our Top 5 Betrayal Triangles of the episode, including Rue vs. literally everyone, Cassie and Maddy's Hollywood revenge plot, Alamo's secret in the safe, and whether Sam Levinson (or scheduling) betrayed Nate Jacobs' storyline this season.00:00:00 Reenactment Maddy calls Lexi00:02:45 Nate Jacobs death00:06:45 Nate Jacobs craziest moments00:10:32 Nate Jacobs sexuality00:12:06 Should Nate have died earlier?00:14:32 Live on YouTube for finale00:16:04 "Rain or Shine" meaning00:18:16 S3 E7 "Rain or Shine" Recap00:19:24 Ali's backstory00:26:33 Tarantino of the week00:27:28 Did Maddy sleep with Alamo?00:29:49 Top 5 Betrayal Triangles00:30:17 Cassie/Maddy vs Dylan Reid vs Sharon Stone00:32:45 Gratuitous Sydney Sweeney Nudity of the Week00:38:22 Rue vs Lexi vs Maddy00:41:12 Alamo vs Maddy/Cassie vs Naz00:45:44 Rue vs Alamo/Laurie vs Faye/Wayne00:48:04 Undercover Informant Theory of the Week00:50:36 Rue's in trouble00:53:43 Gold Rush Medical00:55:45 Nate Jacobs vs Naz vs Sam Levinson/Jacob Elordi's schedule01:03:49 Nate Jacobs dead body01:05:58 Tyler's Takes01:06:33 Jules called Rue01:07:32 The Candy Snatchers (1973) buried alive01:08:47 Maddy's Virgin Mary dress01:09:31 Zendaya is good01:10:41 Should Euphoria be binged?01:12:02 Prediction of deathsThank you to Matt Buechele (@mattbooshell) for creating our new theme song. You can listen to "Sunscreen" on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1gFHHF3QyQxjbbKXV3qLu9Buy our merch: https://www.etsy.com/shop/PreviouslyOnTeenTVFollow Previously On Teen TV on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/previouslyon_teentv/Follow Previously On Teen TV on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@previouslyon_teentvSubscribe to our YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCe2lgvvZGKMrQ8v24FmDdWQ?sub_confirmation=1
The Upper Room Mystery: Unlocking Mary's Hidden Role at Pentecost. If the Holy Spirit had already overshadowed Mary at the Annunciation, why did she need to be there for Pentecost? This week, we go beyond the surface of Acts 2 to explore the breathtaking theological reality of the Virgin Mary's relationship with the Holy Spirit. We trace the scriptural threads from Genesis to the Upper Room to reveal how Mary acts as the bridge between Christ and the Church. If you've ever wanted to understand the Holy Trinity deeper, or wondered about the true roots of Marian theology, this episode is for you. Key Topics Covered: The Spouse of the Spirit: Understanding the unique, unrepeatable bond between Mary and the Third Person of the Trinity. The Mother of the Church: How Mary's maternal role shifted on the day of Pentecost. True Spiritual Fire: What the "tongues of fire" mean for modern Christians striving for holiness. ✨ Loved this episode? Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify—it helps us bring these deep truths to more listeners around the world! All of Father Luke's Masses are live-streamed at Our Lady's Blue Army Facebook and Youtube, and homilies posted at Daily Homilies from the Blue Army Shrine.
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Chance and co-host Dylan Saccoccio close out their multi-episode walkthrough of Reverend Robert Taylor's astronomical-theological lectures.In this episode: the procession of the equinoxes and how Taylor used it to date scripture, the meaning of Nazareth and the analemma, the symbolism of the resurrection across ancient traditions, the Virgin of the Sea and her connection to Mary, the queen of heaven and the language shared between pagan and Christian liturgies, the documented history of how the Book of Revelation came together, and the 12 gates of New Jerusalem mapped onto the zodiac and the birthstones of each sign.The closing segment also looks at the natal chart of Inner Whirled itself and what the moment of its launch may reveal about the show's purpose.Remote Biofield Tuning sessions with Chance are available via Zoom. Learn more and book at https://www.innerversepodcast.com/biofield-tuningFull archives, extended episodes, and member community at https://www.innerversepodcast.com/plusWatch the extended episode of this podcasthttps://www.innerversepodcast.com/plus/inner-whirled-22Patreon | Substack | YoutubeSUPPORTTippecanoe Herbs (coupon code ‘innerverse')Flower Elixirs by LotusWeiLearn To Trade Like A Wizard Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Shane Waters and Gemma Hoskins sit down together for the first time in over a year for a wide-ranging conversation about the unsolved 1969 murder of Sister Catherine Ann Cesnik in Baltimore, Maryland. Known to millions through the Netflix documentary The Keepers, Gemma has spent more than a decade investigating what happened to Sister Cathy, the young School Sister of Notre Dame who taught English and drama at Archbishop Keough High School. She was found dead two months after her disappearance. This episode is a Q&A, recorded live with questions submitted by listeners through the show's Facebook community.The Investigation: Timeline Questions and New DoubtsListeners asked about the timeline of the night Sister Cathy Cesnik disappeared on November 7, 1969. Father Gerard Koob, who was in a relationship with Sister Cathy, claims he called the police at 11:30 PM after arriving at her apartment. The police report says the call came at 1:30 AM, a two-hour gap that remains unexplained. Koob says he and Father Peter McKeon found Cathy's car around 3:30 AM during a walk, but the police report credits McKeon alone with the discovery.Gemma corrects a long-standing detail from The Keepers: the car was not found directly across the street from Cathy's apartment at Carriage House. It was actually found one court up the street, on Carriage Court, around a curve and out of direct line of sight from Lantern Court. She also confirms that the image of Sister Cathy's car shown in The Keepers was digitally placed into the scene by producer Jessica Hargrave as a visual aid. The steering wheel appears on the wrong side because the original police impound photo was flipped to match the camera angle.Shane and Gemma discuss the suspicious letter Father Koob claims Cathy wrote to him, a handwritten love letter dated 12:30 AM on the Monday before she disappeared. The letter was found in the morgue notes rather than the detective's case file. Shane points out this means it was likely turned over after Cathy's body was found in January 1970, not when she first went missing. A profiler formerly with Scotland Yard analyzed the letter's content and concluded it was not written by Sister Cathy. Koob did not pass his second polygraph examination.They also examine a separate letter Cathy wrote to her sister Marilyn, postmarked after the disappearance, which was admitted into evidence with the Baltimore County Police but has since gone missing. Shane raises the question of whether Father Koob could have written the letter to Marilyn as well, noting the parallels to the other letter and the movie ticket alibi.New Evidence: The Mary Statue at St. Clement'sGemma shares a story that has not been widely reported. Approximately two years ago, Eva Nelson, a publicly identified survivor of Father Joseph Maskell's abuse, told investigators she remembered watching Maskell bury something in the backyard of the St. Clement's rectory in Lansdowne. Police obtained permission from the current property owner and brought in ground-penetrating sonar equipment. Detective Josh Battaglia, the current investigator on Sister Cathy Cesnik's case, was present at the dig.After two visits and multiple excavations, they found a broken statue of the Virgin Mary buried beneath a large bush that had once been small when Eva was a child. Eva recognized the statue immediately. A nun at St. Clement's had given it to her for protection, telling her, "Mary will always protect you." Father Maskell found the statue, broke it in front of Eva, and forced her to watch him bury it. The discovery validates Eva's memory of events that took place decades ago.Historical ContextSister Catherine Ann Cesnik was a 26-year-old School Sister of Notre Dame who taught English and drama at Archbishop Keough High School in Baltimore. She disappeared on November 7, 1969 after leaving her apartment to run errands. Her body was found on January 3, 1970 in a wooded area in Lansdowne. Her murder has never been solved. Father Joseph Maskell, a Catholic priest and school counselor at Keough, was later accused of sexually abusing dozens of students throughout the 1960s and 1970s. Multiple survivors have said they believe Sister Cathy was killed because she was about to report the abuse. Maskell died in 2001 without facing criminal charges. The case was the subject of the 2017 Netflix documentary series The Keepers.Content WarningThis episode discusses clergy abuse and violence.Frequently Asked QuestionsWho is Gemma Hoskins?Gemma Hoskins is a retired Baltimore teacher and former student at Archbishop Keough High School. She has spent over a decade investigating the murder of her former teacher, Sister Cathy Cesnik. She was featured in the Netflix documentary The Keepers and authored a book about herself and the case. She was named Maryland Teacher of the Year in 1992.What happened to Sister Cathy Cesnik?Sister Catherine Ann Cesnik disappeared from her Baltimore apartment on November 7, 1969. She had gone out to run errands, including a stop at a local bakery. Her car was found near her apartment that night. Her body was found on January 3, 1970. Her murder remains unsolved.What was found buried at St. Clement's?Police used ground-penetrating sonar to search the backyard of a former rectory associated with Father Maskell in Lansdowne. They found a broken statue of the Virgin Mary that a survivor remembered Maskell burying in front of her decades earlier.Who is investigating Sister Cathy's case today?Detective Josh Battaglia of the Baltimore County Police Department currently handles the investigation into Sister Cathy Cesnik's murder. 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Let this mind be in youwhich was also in Christ Jesus, who, being in the form of God, did not considerit robbery to be equal with God, but made Himself of no reputation, taking theform of a bondservant, and coming in the likeness of men. Todaywe're looking at Philippians 2:6, where Paul wrote, “Who, being in the formof God, did not consider it robbery to be equal with God.” Yesterday inverse 5, we saw Paul's command: “Let this mind be in you.” We arelooking at the greatness of the One who perfectly lived that mind—that mindwhere “He did not cling to His own rights.” Today, we're talking about Christ'smind and the importance of understanding the deity of Jesus Christ. Thisis one of the clearest declarations of the deity of Jesus Christ in the Bible.The word “form” means the very essence and nature of something. Jesuswas not merely like God—He is God. Jesus never became God. He always was God. John1:1 says, “In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and theWord was God.” In verse 14, John said, “And the Word became flesh anddwelt among us,” speaking of Jesus Christ. Colossians1:15-17 declares that Jesus Christ created all things: “He is the image ofthe invisible God, the firstborn over all creation. For by Him all things werecreated that are in heaven and that are on earth, visible and invisible,whether thrones or dominions or principalities or powers. All things werecreated through Him and for Him. He is before all things, and in Him all thingsconsist.” What a powerful statement on the deity of Jesus Christ and Hiseternal being. Hebrews1:3 says, “The brightness of His glory and the express image of His person.”Jesus did not become God at Bethlehem or in the Virgin Mary. He was, andhas always been, eternally God the Son. Yet Paul says here that He “did notconsider it robbery to be equal with God.” The idea here is that Jesus did notselfishly cling to His divine privilege. Thinkabout it. The One who was worshiped by angels, the One seated in heavenlyglory, the Creator of the universe, willingly laid aside His rights to come andrescue sinners. Contrast that with Lucifer in Isaiah chapter 14, where we aretold that Lucifer said, “I will exalt my throne. I will be like the Most HighGod.”Pridesays, “I deserve more.”Pride says, “I want recognition.”Pride says, “I will promote myself.”ButJesus demonstrated just the opposite spirit. Adamand Eve grasped for equality with God in the garden. But Jesus, who already wasGod and possessed equality with God, released His privilege for our salvation. Oh,my friend, what humility. Here is the application for us today: What rights arewe clinging to?Theright to be appreciated.The right to be comforted.The right to always be understood.The right to win every argument.The right to have our preferences met. Myfriend, the mind of Jesus Christ says, “I will surrender my rights for the goodof others.” This is the heart of Christian maturity. In 1 Corinthians 10:24 weread, “Let no one seek his own, but each one the well-being of others.” Imaginewhat would happen if, in our homes, husbands and wives stopped fighting forpersonal rights and started serving one another. Imagine churches filled withbelievers saying, “How can I help?” instead of, “How can I be recognized?” Oh,my friend, this is the mind of Christ. Humility is not weakness. It is strengthunder control. Jesus could have remained in His heavenly glory, but love movedHim toward the cross. We must continually remind ourselves to examine any areaof our hearts where pride has taken root. Then, consciously surrender that areato Jesus Christ.Maybelet someone else have the last word today.Maybe give up recognition.Maybe quietly serve without needing any praise. Thatis Christlike thinking. May God help us to have this mind which was also inChrist Jesus. Godbless you and may you have a wonderful, wonderful day!
Fatima came to prominence in 1917 when three young shepherds claimed that the Virgin Mary had appeared to them and made the Sun dance. Part 3 of 4. Jimmy Akin's Mysterious World podcast at https://amzn.to/3YJpTqZ Books by Jimmy Akin available at https://amzn.to/3shLkD8 Fatima items available at https://amzn.to/4ueJzly Books about Fatima at https://amzn.to/4wgptZk ENJOY Ad-Free content, Bonus episodes, and Extra materials when joining our growing community on https://patreon.com/markvinet SUPPORT this channel by purchasing any product on Amazon using this FREE entry LINK https://amzn.to/3POlrUD (Amazon gives us credit at NO extra charge to you). Mark Vinet's TIMELINE video channel: https://youtube.com/c/TIMELINE_MarkVine Mark's History of North America podcast: www.parthenonpodcast.com/history-of-north-america Website: https://markvinet.com/podcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mark.vinet.9 X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/MarkVinet_HNA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denarynovels Mark's books: https://amzn.to/3k8qrGM Audio credits: Fatima from Jimmy Akin's Mysterious World podcast with Dom Bettinelli, Episode 40, 10 May 2019 (Star Quest Production Network, SQPN). Audio excerpts reproduced under the Fair Use (Fair Dealings) Legal Doctrine for purposes such as criticism, comment, teaching, education, scholarship, research and news reporting.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Ascension of Christ comes ten days before Pentecost. Between the Ascension and just before Pentecost the Apostles could only guess what would come upon them. But The Virgin Mary already knew... Also in this podcast is the unyielding faith of Joan of Arc. There are links, photos and more about this on my website. Pray for a quick end to the situation in Iran. Pray for the People of Ukraine. There are links for ways to support them on my website: NikosSteves.com I have written a contemporary novel with Christian themes entitled "The Very Fine Light" Preview it for FREE and/or purchase "The Very Fine Light" at Amazon.com I value feedback through the comments section on my website, NikosSteves.com Or via email at NikosSteves@gmail.com Constant Procession tells of key apparitions of the Virgin Mary since she passed on from the world and how she serves humanity through Christianity. The origin of these podcasts began with my first book, The Constant Procession. Constant Procession (the podcast) is published every Tuesday morning and has links, photos, video and more information for each episode at NikosSteves.com
For centuries, reports of apparitions of the Virgin Mary have inspired devotion, mystery, and intense debate around the world. In this compelling and thought-provoking episode, Kevin Cook explores claims that many of these reported encounters may be genuine spiritual experiences. Drawing from historical accounts, witness testimonies, and religious tradition, Kevin discusses famous Marian apparition reports and the profound emotional and spiritual impact they have had on individuals and communities. He explores why such experiences continue to resonate deeply with believers and why they remain subjects of fascination and investigation. This episode invites listeners to approach the topic with both openness and thoughtful reflection. How are claims of apparitions evaluated within religious communities? What role do culture, faith, and personal experience play in interpreting these events? And why do stories of divine encounters continue to endure across generations? Join us for a fascinating and respectful conversation that examines faith, mystery, and spiritual interpretation—where belief and personal experience intersect in humanity's search for meaning and connection.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-x-zone-radio-tv-show--1078348/support.Please note that all XZBN radio and/or television shows are Copyright © REL-MAR McConnell Meda Company, Niagara, Ontario, Canada – www.rel-mar.com. For more Episodes of this show and all shows produced, broadcasted and syndicated from REL-MAR McConell Media Company and The 'X' Zone Broadcast Network and the 'X' Zone TV Channell, visit www.xzbn.net. For programming, distribution, and syndication inquiries, email programming@xzbn.net.We are proud to announce the we have launched TWATNews.com, launched in August 2025.TWATNews.com is an independent online news platform dedicated to uncovering the truth about Donald Trump and his ongoing influence in politics, business, and society. Unlike mainstream outlets that often sanitize, soften, or ignore stories that challenge Trump and his allies, TWATNews digs deeper to deliver hard-hitting articles, investigative features, and sharp commentary that mainstream media won't touch.These are stories and articles that you will not read anywhere else.Our mission is simple: to expose corruption, lies, and authoritarian tendencies while giving voice to the perspectives and evidence that are often marginalized or buried by corporate-controlled media
May 16, 2026Today's Reading: Introit for Easter 7 - Psalm 27:1, 11a, 12; antiphon: Psalm 27:7a, 8b, 9aDaily Lectionary: Numbers 13:1-3, 17-33; Luke 18:1-17“The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life of whom shall I be afraid?” (Psalm 27:1)In the Name + of Jesus. Amen.Some of our favorite stories are filled with majestic, mighty, and magnificent castles. Think of Hogwarts Castle in Harry Potter. Cair Paravel in The Chronicles of Narnia. Minas Tirith or Helm's Deep in The Lord of the Rings. Camelot in the tales of King Arthur. And the list could go on.The true story of the Scripture features a majestic, mighty, magnificent castle as well. Only it's not found in the palaces of Persia. Not atop the bulwarks of Babylon or standing watch in the strong towers of Tyre and Sidon. You won't find it guarding Galilee or even within the gates of Jerusalem. In fact, it's not even a building at all, but a body born of the Virgin Mary.Yes, Holy Scripture has a castle. And that castle is Christ. When you sing, read, or pray Psalm 27, you are confessing what the Scriptures declare time and time again. Christ is our temple. Our dwelling place. Our shelter from the storm. Our safe haven. Our rock and refuge. Our strong house upon the rock. Jesus is your stronghold of salvation. When John sees the holy city, Jerusalem above, in Revelation, there is no temple there, for the Lamb is the temple and light and life. And the Lamb of God is also Christ our Castle. And this is no fairytale kind of Castle or King. Christ, our King and Castle, spreads his Kingdom all over the kingdoms of this world, wherever his saints gather to hear and receive his Gifts in word, water, Body and Blood.Jesus is the stronghold of your life and of his church. You're built upon and rest in the solid rock of Christ who rested on the wood of the cross and rolled the stone away for you. The pillars and timbers and arches of his church are sealed and secure by his Body and Blood. So, when you enter the gates of the Lord's house tomorrow, dine at his table, and feast as a welcomed guest, you will sing, “The Lord is the stronghold of my life of whom shall I be afraid?” This psalm, like all the psalms ultimately, is about Jesus. Your church is his castle where he rules and reigns in grace and mercy for you. There, Jesus is your King of kings and Castle of castles. He is our mighty fortress. A bulwark never failing. Jesus is the stronghold of your life, now and forever. In the Name + of Jesus. Amen.Thee will I love, my strength, my tower; Thee will I love, my hope, my joy. Thee will I love with all my power, With ardor time shall ne'r destroy. Thee will I love, O Light divine, So long as life is mine. (LSB 694:1)Rev. Samuel Schuldheisz, pastor of Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church in Milton, WA.
Join the Chaldean Sisters, Daughters of Mary Immaculate for a daily journey through the Month of Mary. Each day, the Chaldean Sisters will share a short prayer and reflection drawn from the Chaldean liturgy and the wisdom of the Church Fathers. These meditations, thoughtfully compiled by Sr. Martina, invite you to grow closer to Jesus through His Blessed Mother. This series begins on May 1 and continues throughout the month, with daily reflections available in both English and Arabic. Music: "Shlama Illakh Mleetha" by Wisam Behnam and Valene Jadan
When we show devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary, we fulfill her prophecy that “all generations will call me blessed.” The Catechism clearly shows us how such devotion does not compete with devotion to God, but in fact fosters adoration of God. Fr. Mike declares that the better we know Mary, the better we know Jesus, and the more we love Mary, the more we love Jesus. Today's readings are Catechism paragraphs 971-975. 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.
Join the Chaldean Sisters, Daughters of Mary Immaculate for a daily journey through the Month of Mary. Each day, the Chaldean Sisters will share a short prayer and reflection drawn from the Chaldean liturgy and the wisdom of the Church Fathers. These meditations, thoughtfully compiled by Sr. Martina, invite you to grow closer to Jesus through His Blessed Mother. This series begins on May 1 and continues throughout the month, with daily reflections available in both English and Arabic. Music: "Shlama Illakh Mleetha" by Wisam Behnam and Valene Jadan
Friends of the Rosary,Today, May 13, is the Feast of Our Lady of Fatima, commemorating the first apparition of the Virgin Mary to three shepherd children—Lúcia dos Santos, Francisco Marto, and Jacinta Marto—in Fátima, Portugal, on this day in 1917.Mary appeared six times to the children between May and October 1917, calling for prayer, repentance, daily recitation of the Rosary, and sacrifices for the conversion of sinners.The Miracle of the Sun, on October 13, 1917, was witnessed by 70,000 people: the sun appeared to dance and plunge toward the earth, fulfilling a promise made by the Lady.The Fatima apparitions and miracles were officially declared "worthy of belief" by the Church in 1930.The shrine at Fátima is one of the most visited Marian shrines in the world, with millions of pilgrims attending, particularly on May 13 and October 13.This Feast Day is marked by Mass, processions, and devotion to the Immaculate Heart of Mary.The message of Fatima is seen as a call to peace and a reminder of the power of prayer in a world often marked by conflict.[embed]https://www.youtube.com/live/CTXjoLA1wN0?si=bG9BtRcl5TTFNP6k[/embed]Alleluia! Christ is Risen!Ave Maria!Come, Holy Spirit, come!To Jesus through Mary!Here I am, Lord; I come to do your will.Please give us the grace to respond with joy!+ Mikel Amigot w/ María Blanca | RosaryNetwork.com, New YorkEnhance your faith with the new Holy Rosary University app:Apple iOS | New! Android Google Play• May 13, 2026, Today's Rosary on YouTube | Daily broadcast at 7:30 pm ET
One of the most famous Marian Apparitions is celebrated bi-annually: The Feast of Our Lady of Fatima on May 13th, and the Miracle of the Sun or Miracle of Fatima every October 13th. Fatima is a small Portuguese town located between Lisbon and Porto, about 25 miles from the Atlantic Ocean. This small village suddenly became famous in 1917, when three young shepherds claimed that the Virgin Mary had appeared to them. Jimmy Akin's Mysterious World podcast at https://amzn.to/3YJpTqZ Books by Jimmy Akin available at https://amzn.to/3shLkD8 Fatima items available at https://amzn.to/4ueJzly Books about Fatima at https://amzn.to/4wgptZk ENJOY Ad-Free content, Bonus episodes, and Extra materials when joining our growing community on https://patreon.com/markvinet SUPPORT this channel by purchasing any product on Amazon using this FREE entry LINK https://amzn.to/3POlrUD (Amazon gives us credit at NO extra charge to you). Mark Vinet's TIMELINE video channel: https://youtube.com/c/TIMELINE_MarkVine Mark's History of North America podcast: www.parthenonpodcast.com/history-of-north-america Website: https://markvinet.com/podcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mark.vinet.9 X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/MarkVinet_HNA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denarynovels Mark's books: https://amzn.to/3k8qrGM Audio credits: Fatima from Jimmy Akin's Mysterious World podcast with Dom Bettinelli, Episode 40, 10 May 2019 (Star Quest Production Network, SQPN). Audio excerpts reproduced under the Fair Use (Fair Dealings) Legal Doctrine for purposes such as criticism, comment, teaching, education, scholarship, research and news reporting.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In keeping with the Marian Month of May, we will be exploring Balkan Monastery Gardens and how they are built around the symbolism of The Virgin Mary. The Mariology and Theology of some ancient Orthodox church fathers will be referenced in some beautiful contexts linking the Virgin with Creation. I hope you enjoy this segment!If you would like to experience the Black Madonna Mysterious Soul Companion series on Teachable, please go to https://livingpharmacy.teachable.com/l/pdp/the-black-madonna-mysterious-soul-companionCreation Centered Herbalism is another series you may enjoy exploring how soul, spirit and sacred connection with Nature is the way to approach healinghttps://livingpharmacy.teachable.com/l/pdp/creation-centered-herbalismTo make a one time donation of any amount to support the podcast, please donate tohttps://www.paypal.com/paypalme/BlackMadonnaHeartBecome a Patron for the channel at https://www.patreon.com/TheBlackMadonnaSpeaksTo purchase Black Madonna Speaks extra content, please visithttps://www.patreon.com/theblackmadonnaspeaks/shop#divinefeminine #sacredfeminine #virginmary #ourlady #blackmadonna #anthroposophy #pilgrimage #mothermary #spirituality #Gardens #MonasteryGardens #RilaMonastery #Ohrid #SvetiNaum #Balkan #BalkanMonastery
Earlier in the Catechism, we unpacked Mary as the Mother of Jesus. Now, we look at what it means for Mary to be the Mother of the Church. Fr. Mike makes it clear that, when he entrusts his disciples to Mary, his Mother, from the Cross, he's entrusting us to her as well. Today's readings are from Catechism paragraphs 963-970. 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.
People who should know better are whitewashing Leo's first year, which has featured such hits like keeping Tucho Fernandez in office, which then led him to writing documents insulting the Virgin Mary, among others.Sponsored by Nelson Insurance Advisorshttps://www.nelsonplan.comSources:https://www.returntotradition.orgorhttps://substack.com/@returntotradition1Contact Me:Email: return2catholictradition@gmail.comSupport My Work:Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/AnthonyStineSubscribeStarhttps://www.subscribestar.net/return-to-traditionBuy Me A Coffeehttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/AnthonyStinePhysical Mail:Anthony StinePO Box 3048Shawnee, OK74802Follow me on the following social media:https://www.facebook.com/ReturnToCatholicTradition/https://twitter.com/pontificatormax+JMJ+#popeleoXIV #catholicism #catholicchurch #catholicprophecy#infiltration
Israeli soldiers have been jailed for desecrating a statue of the Virgin Mary. Meanwhile, we discuss key findings from the Pentagon's release of never-before-seen UFO files. And, Pope Leo XIV addresses hantavirus and global crises during a busy weekend.
Rhys and Jesse dive into the wild life of Red Ryan, a Toronto-born hooligan who grew into one of Canada's most notorious early 20th‑century criminals. From leading street gangs at 10, to hard labor in Kingston Penitentiary, to a wartime desertion and a “most daring” prison break that even inspired Ernest Hemingway, Ryan's story is packed with chaos.They unpack how Ryan pulled off a decade‑long scam as a “reformed” model prisoner—writing a book, sculpting Virgin Mary statues, charming a prison chaplain, and emerging as a media darling with his own radio show—while secretly robbing banks on the side. It all ends in a bloody liquor store shootout in Sarnia that shocks a country that thought it had found its redemption poster boy.Plus, in the STD (Small Talk Dimension) zone, Jesse recounts a ridiculously elaborate 1745 powdered‑wig dinner party, complete with questionable Scottish accents, Jacobite plotting, and a near “diplomatic incident” over a misunderstood signature.For premium content, socials, merch, to leave a voicemail or message us go to canadaisboring.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
AP's Lisa Dwyer reports on jail time for two more Israeli soldiers.
In the first part of our Mother's Day festivities, we're unlocking our Mother's Day episode from 2023 with Eleanor Janega. A new one on Eleanor of Aquitaine is out tomorrow for subscribers, so subscribe now. Enjoy! Happy Mother's Day! Danny and Derek welcome Eleanor Janega, co-host of the We're Not So Different podcast and author of The Once and Future Sex: Going Medieval on Women's Roles in Society, to talk about one of the great mothers of history: The Virgin Mary. They discuss what actually makes Mary the ultimate medieval mother (despite being from ancient times), how her story is fan fiction for the Middle Ages, conceptions and the reality of motherhood in the medieval era across different classes, the sexualization of Mary, her treatment in different Christian sects, and more. Look out for the second season of our Welcome to the Crusades series with Eleanor and Luke of We're Not so Different. In the meantime, get season 1 here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Join the Chaldean Sisters, Daughters of Mary Immaculate for a daily journey through the Month of Mary. Each day, the Chaldean Sisters will share a short prayer and reflection drawn from the Chaldean liturgy and the wisdom of the Church Fathers. These meditations, thoughtfully compiled by Sr. Martina, invite you to grow closer to Jesus through His Blessed Mother. This series begins on May 1 and continues throughout the month, with daily reflections available in both English and Arabic.
What does the Catholic Church do when someone claims the Virgin Mary is appearing to them? In this episode of Catholic Answers Live, Catholic Answers apologists explain how the Church investigates reported apparitions and discerns whether they are authentic. The conversation also explores why Jewish Bibles do not include Maccabees despite the importance of Hanukkah, why Catholics believe Jesus has two natures, and how to better understand St. John Henry Newman's famous quote about history and Catholicism. Additional questions cover biblical support for confession and Communion obligations, who Jesus was referring to when He said “Father, forgive them,” how Catholics recognize ex cathedra teachings, and when the Eucharist becomes the Body and Blood of Christ. The episode concludes with advice for non-Catholics discerning whether the Catholic Church is true. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 01:58 – If a person claims that Mary is appearing to them, how is that dealt with in the Church? 12:50 – Since Hanukkah is big in the Jewish tradition, why don’t they have Maccabees in their bible? 20:50 – Why do Catholics believe that Jesus has two natures vs. one nature? 22:56 – How do I better understand Newman's quote, “to be rooted in history is to be Catholic?” I’ve been looking into history, and I’m not convinced. 28:54 – What bible verse could I use to back up the claim that we should go to confession and communion at least once a 33:59 – When Jesus said, “Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do,” who was guilty? 37:44 – How do I know when something is declared ex cathedra? How can I brush up more on papal infallibility? 42:30 – When exactly does the Eucharist become Jesus? 48:35 – I'm not Catholic. How do I know if Catholicism is the right way to go?
Join the Chaldean Sisters, Daughters of Mary Immaculate for a daily journey through the Month of Mary. Each day, the Chaldean Sisters will share a short prayer and reflection drawn from the Chaldean liturgy and the wisdom of the Church Fathers. These meditations, thoughtfully compiled by Sr. Martina, invite you to grow closer to Jesus through His Blessed Mother. This series begins on May 1 and continues throughout the month, with daily reflections available in both English and Arabic.
Watch the Devotion Based on John 14:15-21 You Need Help Deployments come, schedules shift constantly, uncertainty hangs in the air—who holds things together? Who carries the weight at home? Who steadies the children, manages the household, bears the worry? Military spouses do. You live a life of quiet sacrifice. Of constant adjustment. Of strength that often goes unseen. You step in again and again to help your family endure and thrive under pressure. And that matters. It reflects something deeper. Because every act of patient love, every moment of selfless service, every quiet sacrifice—points to the greater help we all need. Even the strongest mother cannot carry everything. Even the most faithful spouse needs support. Because no matter how capable, how resilient, how determined—we all come back to the same truth: You and I, we need help. And that's where Jesus' promise meets us all— single or married, mothers, fathers, children, war fighters, civilians. He promises help. Before Jesus goes to the cross and rises from the dead and the ascends into heaven, he reminds his disciples, and us, “And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another advocate to help you and be with you forever—the Spirit of truth . . . I will not leave you as orphans; I will come to you” (John 14:16-17a, 18). Jesus gives the Holy Spirit to all of us, to you. To remind you that your strength isn't what saves you. Christ is. To remind you that all of the guilt you carry for not doing enough, it isn't enough to save you, but Christ is. To remind you that peace isn't found when the bills are paid on time, the kids are well behaved, the yard is mowed and you found quiet time for yourself with a glass of wine and Netflix – peace is found in Christ, his forgiveness for you, his life for you, his resurrection for you. Peace is found in the truth that your eternal home is secure, no matter what a hot mess your house looks like today. You – you and I – we need help, and Jesus gives it, by sending his Holy Spirit to you. Prayer: Heavenly Father, in his incarnation your Son took on our human flesh and was born of the Virgin Mary. He submitted to his mother, honoring and obeying her, so fulfilling the commandment where we have not. On this Mother's Day, graciously accept our thanksgiving for our mothers, whom you have given to us. Teach us to honor them aright — loving, obeying and giving thanks for them. Strengthen all women with child and give them safe delivery. Comfort all women who long to have children but cannot, that they may find their consolation in you and your unfailing love. In Jesus' name I pray. Amen. Written and recorded by Rev. Paul Horn, WELS National Civilian Chaplain to the Military, San Diego, California. All Scripture quotations, unless otherwise indicated, are taken from the Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV®. Copyright ©1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc.™ Used by permission of Zondervan. All rights reserved worldwide. Note: Scripture reading footnotes are clickable only in the web version.
Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse of the Ruth Institute sits down with Catholic philosopher and bestselling author Dr. Carrie Gress to discuss her powerful new book, Something Wicked: Why Feminism Can't Be Fused with Christianity (Sophia Institute Press, 2026). SPECIAL LINK: Ruth Institute – Recovering from Feminism (FREE Resource): https://ruthinstitute.org/recovering-from-feminism/ Dr. Gress and Dr. Morse explore how feminism functions as a "shadow church" — mimicking Christianity's structure while replacing faith, hope, and love with contempt, rage, and envy. They trace the movement's occult roots, its Marxist DNA, its manipulation of women's emotions going back to the 1890s, and why corporate America has always been its silent ally. Topics covered: — Why feminism and Christianity have fundamentally incompatible DNA — The shadow church model: contempt, rage & envy vs. faith, hope & love — The occult involvement of early suffragette leaders (Elizabeth Cady Stanton, Victoria Woodhull) — Feminism's Marxist roots and the "perpetual enemy" strategy — Why corporate America loves feminism — John Paul II and the "Catholic feminism" trap — The Virgin Mary as the true model of womanhood
Join the Chaldean Sisters, Daughters of Mary Immaculate for a daily journey through the Month of Mary. Each day, the Chaldean Sisters will share a short prayer and reflection drawn from the Chaldean liturgy and the wisdom of the Church Fathers. These meditations, thoughtfully compiled by Sr. Martina, invite you to grow closer to Jesus through His Blessed Mother. This series begins on May 1 and continues throughout the month, with daily reflections available in both English and Arabic.
For this month's episode of Magus we're raising up the Divine Feminine and discussing the life and works of Dion Fortune!Both Violet Mary Firth in Llandudno in Welsh Caernarfonshire, she claimed always to be from Yorkshire - just like the claimed she could astral project, psychically communicate with the living and the dead, and seek advice within the Otherworld from the Illuminati of 'Hidden Masters.' After entering womanhood during the Great War, serving as a Land Girl, and training as a pioneering psychotherapist, Dion Fortune, as an alter-ego, emerged both in fiction and 'non-fiction' to explode patriarchal traditions within occult circles.Her cult, which grew to tens of thousands in the 1930s, then claimed to have raised the soul of King Arthur who, working alongside Winston Churchill and the Virgin Mary, helped Dion to topple Fascism.Did she believe some out-there stuff? Absolutely. Was she a fraud? Well, that's harder to say, but from psychic duels with hypnotist headmistresses to ropes of ectoplasm, battles with vampires to creative approaches to inter-personal relationships, this is her magical life, and we hope you find it inspiring! Speak with you again on Thursday for a double-bill of fairy tales and chats about them with "The Wonderful Birch" and "Jack and the Bean Stalk."Three Ravens is an English Myth and Folklore podcast hosted by award-winning writers Martin Vaux and Eleanor Conlon.Released on Mondays, each weekly episode focuses on one of England's 39 historic counties, exploring the history, folklore and traditions of the area, from ghosts and mermaids to mythical monsters, half-forgotten heroes, bloody legends, and much, much more. Then, and most importantly, the pair take turns to tell a new version of an ancient story from that county - all before discussing what that tale might mean, where it might have come from, and the truths it reveals about England's hidden past...Bonus Episodes are released on Thursdays plus Local Legends episodes on Saturdays - interviews with acclaimed authors, folklorists, podcasters and historians with unique perspectives on that week's county.With a range of exclusive content on Patreon, too, including audio ghost tours, the Three Ravens Newsletter, and monthly Three Ravens Film Club episodes about folk horror films from across the decades, why not join us around the campfire and listen in?REGISTER FOR THE TALES OF SOUTHERN ENGLAND TOURVisit our website Join our Patreon Social media channels and sponsors Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Join the Chaldean Sisters, Daughters of Mary Immaculate for a daily journey through the Month of Mary. Each day, the Chaldean Sisters will share a short prayer and reflection drawn from the Chaldean liturgy and the wisdom of the Church Fathers. These meditations, thoughtfully compiled by Sr. Martina, invite you to grow closer to Jesus through His Blessed Mother. This series begins on May 1 and continues throughout the month, with daily reflections available in both English and Arabic.
Join the Chaldean Sisters, Daughters of Mary Immaculate for a daily journey through the Month of Mary. Each day, the Chaldean Sisters will share a short prayer and reflection drawn from the Chaldean liturgy and the wisdom of the Church Fathers. These meditations, thoughtfully compiled by Sr. Martina, invite you to grow closer to Jesus through His Blessed Mother. This series begins on May 1 and continues throughout the month, with daily reflections available in both English and Arabic.
Where can I find a woman like...Dante's girl? On this episode of Young Heretics, we finally get the high-fallutin' invocation of the Muses we've come to expect from any epic poem. But it's not enough! Dante needs more woman than the Muses can be...more grace, more truth, more light. And it comes from on high--first from the Virgin Mary, then Sainty Lucy, then finally his beautiful, his famous, his beloved Beatrice. Today we introduce this central figure in the Comedy, inspiration of Dante's career and "lady of his mind." We'll talk about the Muses, memory, and the communion of saints. And hopefully by the end, we'll see how much courtly love meant to the poets of this age--and how much, perhaps, it can mean to us. Check out my book, Light of the Mind, Light of the World: https://amzn.to/4tKWACP Sign up for Hebrew, Greek, or Latin courses at the Ancient Language Institute: https://ancientlanguage.com/heretics/ Get the Anthony Esolen translation: https://amzn.to/4sgKLTj Get the Dorothy L. Sayers translation: https://amzn.to/4djdh2s Chapters 00:00 Introduction 02:59 Dante's Girl 06:11 Invocation of the Muses 21:09 Beatrice and Saint Lucy 34:15 Courtly Love 50:32 Formal and Final Corner 1:01:14 Closing Remarks
Three children with pitch-black eyes tap on a bedroom window at two in the morning, a statue of the Virgin Mary holds a thief in a grip so tight the villagers have to amputate his arm, something ten feet tall tears open a tent on the slopes of Ben Macdui, and more stories – including fiction and non-fiction!CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Show Open00:00:45.032 = Let Us In (Non-Fiction)00:03:49.868 = The Dead Arm's Warning (Non-Fiction)00:05:55.529 = The Highland Grey Man (Non-Fiction)00:13:22.912 = The Village Outside of Time (Non-Fiction) ***00:17:51.530 = The Blessed Statue (Non-Fiction)00:22:44.752 = The Fibber Tree (Fiction)00:29:37.650 = Roanoke (Fiction) ***00:42:13.659 = The Oneirophage (Fiction)00:46:00.501 = Show Close00:47:22.493 = SONG: Dark Weirdness, “Flee The Eyes As Black As Night”*** = Begins immediately after inserted ad breakLISTEN ON PODCAST APPS: Look for this podcast on YouTube Music, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Amazon Music, Pandora, TuneIn Radio, and other apps. Get the full list of options here: https://pod.link/1078714736*No AI Voices Are Used In The Narration Of This Podcast*SOURCES and RESOURCES:(Sorry – source links to most of the stories in this episode have been lost since originally uploaded in 2018.)(FICTION) “The Fibber Tree” submitted by Christine Baerbock(FICTION) “Roanoke” submitted by Derek Hawke: http://bit.ly/2GO9sD9(FICTION) “The Oneirophage” by S.W. Rice (from the book “Of Wonders Beyond Thule”): https://amzn.to/2Lgkd3B(NONFICTION) “Let Us In” (The BEK Strike In Arkansas) submitted by Barry Roberts: (link no longer available)(NONFICTION) “The Dead Arm's Warning” (The Statue of Virgin Mary That Caught a Thief) by G. Michael Vasey: (link no longer available)(NONFICTION) “The Highlands Grey Man” used by permission from MessageToEagle: (link no longer available)(NONFICTION) “The Village Outside of Time” used by permission from MessageToEagle: http://ow.ly/kFnU306aSRa(NONFICTION) “The Blessed Statue” by Randy Lee Beasley: https://www.facebook.com/PepperScarPro(Over time links may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2026, Weird Darkness.Originally aired: June 16, 2018EPISODE BLOG PAGE (includes sources and full transcript): https://weirddarkness.com/LetUsIn