Word & Table

Dive into the origins of Aramaic, tracing its evolution and cultural impact. Explore its influence on legal terminology and healing narratives, revealing linguistic nuances. Uncover the meaning of Aramaic terms in religious contexts and its significance in Biblical texts beyond the New Testament.

What do you do if there can be no priest or bishop present on Sunday for Holy Communion?Support us on Patreon:Apply for Saint Paul's House of FormationEmail usMusic by Richard Proulx and the Cathedral Singers from Sublime Chant. Copyright GIA Publications

How does a couple bring their marriage before the Lord if they were married outside of the Church?Support us on Patreon:Apply for Saint Paul's House of FormationEmail usMusic by Richard Proulx and the Cathedral Singers from Sublime Chant. Copyright GIA Publications

Learn about the strange case of John 7:53-8:11 and why it's set off in brackets in most translations. Learn also about what the episode says about speaking the truth in love and Jesus's words against condemnation of sinners.Support us on Patreon:Apply for Saint Paul's House of FormationEmail usMusic by Richard Proulx and the Cathedral Singers from Sublime Chant. Copyright GIA Publications

Learn about a pivotal point of the Eucharistic Prayer at Holy Communion, and how it found its way out and back into Western rites.Support us on Patreon:Apply for Saint Paul's House of FormationEmail usMusic by Richard Proulx and the Cathedral Singers from Sublime Chant. Copyright GIA Publications

What is the traditional definition of a martyr for the faith? Support us on Patreon:Apply for Saint Paul's House of FormationEmail usMusic by Richard Proulx and the Cathedral Singers from Sublime Chant. Copyright GIA Publications

Learn about the gnostic "gospel" of Thomas, its themes and message, and how it portrays Jesus.Support us on Patreon:Apply for Saint Paul's House of FormationEmail usMusic by Richard Proulx and the Cathedral Singers from Sublime Chant. Copyright GIA Publications

Learn about the readings and themes for the 4th Sunday of Advent.Support us on Patreon:Apply for Saint Paul's House of FormationEmail usMusic by Richard Proulx and the Cathedral Singers from Sublime Chant. Copyright GIA Publications

Delve into the origins of Hesychasm, a spiritual movement emphasizing inner stillness and contemplation. Explore the difference between meditation and contemplation, how the latter deepens connection with God. Trace the origins of hesychasm back to early monasticism and explore the influence of pseudo-Dionysius on mysticism. Understand the limitlessness of God, achieving apatheia, and the practices of hesychasm. Highlight Gregory Palamas and the controversy surrounding hesychasm.

Exploring the historical and symbolic reasons for facing east during prayer; the Reformation's impact on worship practices; the significance of prayer and worship in priesthood; the longing for God's presence and the union of the human and divine.