Father Simon Says

(3:54) Bible Study: Exodus 2:1-15a What were tribes in this time? It different than you would think. Matthew 11:20-24 Is the new Testament historical or not? (20:46) Break 1 (22:34) Letters: What can we do to lighten the burden of our priests? What do boys and girls do for fun during the time of Fatima? Father answers these and other questions, send him a letter at simon@relevantradio.com (33:52) Break 2 (37:48) Word of the Day Goodly (39:47) Phones: Terence - what was the first mass? also how is it a perpetual sacrifice? Mike - I work at another radio station. We play some catholic content but we also have a psychic. Should I leave?

(4:39) Bible Study: Exodus 1:8-14, 22 What does this passage have to do with immigration? (25:09) Break 1 (27:43) Letters: Is the last supper accurately portrayed in the Chosen? Father also shares a letter about the similarities of Catholics and Lutherans. Father answers these and other questions, send him a letter at simon@relevantradio.com (35:20) Break 2 (37:22) Word of the Day Righteous Man (39:46) Phones: Joe - Should only a priest pray over someone to 'release the holy spirit' Angelica - In light of our saint today, how do we understand the hiddenness of the saints’ victories?

(7:42) Bible Study: Genesis 46:1-7, 28-30 Father shares the story of this section. Matthew 10:16-23 The devil tells you convenient lies whereas Jesus will tell you the hard truth. (21:47) Break 1 (22:53) Letters: Father talks about the unknown story of Juda which is a story of repentance. Father answers this and other questions, send him a letter at simon@relevantradio.com (32:20) Break 2 (33:51) Word of the Day Synagogue (36:15) Phones: Stan - Statement: the many problems we have is because the clergy aren’t reminding us about sin and about how bad it is. Patricia - explain: 'Blessed are those who are poor in spirit.' also can Baptist go to confession? Francesca - I asked Fr. several months ago about a Jewish friend who used the bible to promote abortion. Follow up: do the rabbi think this way or did all sacrifice end at that time? Beth - Can fr. comment on what is happening with Illegal aliens and ICE separating them from families and taking them to camps?

(2:58) Bible Study: Genesis 44:18-21, 23b-29; 45:1-5 What does it mean that God means things for the good? Matthew 10:7-15 The Kingdom of heaven has arrive and father tells us where it is. (18:47) Break 1 (20:21) Letters: What does the Catholic Church teach about evolution? When did purgatory get developed? Father answers these and other questions, send him a letter at simon@relevantradio.com (40:35) Break 2 (41:17) Word of the Day Tunic (41:56) Phones: Audrey - To whom are you addressing offerings for the dead? can I say 'Jim this is for you'? or is it addressed to God? Laurel - How much is too much when drinking. What's the definition of drunkenness? Mike - In Isaiah 30: 20.  Different translations in RSV and NAB.  Could you explain? Preston - I'm a protestant.   I'm leaning towards Catholicism.   Saved by faith and works.   What do you think? Resources: The Case for Christ: A Journalist's Personal Investigation of the Evidence for Jesus https://www.amazon.com/Case-Christ-Journalists-Personal-Investigation/dp/0310209307

(3:28) Bible Study: Genesis 41:55-57; 42:5-7a, 17-24a Father explains the story of Joseph in Genesis Matthew 10:1-7 Father explains the difference between apostles and disciples. (20:10) Break 1 (23:12) Letters: Father talks about the problem with division in the Church with the Novus ordo and Traditional Latin Mass. Send Father a letter at simon@relevavntradio.com (36:48) Break 2 (38:00) Word of the Day At Hand (41:49) Phones: Jay - Messianic Judaism and what do you think about that?  How is it distinct from Christianity? Linda - About Latin Mass, it wasn't an issue until Pope Francis.

(3:35) Bible Study: Genesis 32:23-33 Father explains the meaning of the word Israel and its importance. Matthew 9:32-38 Why was Jesus breaking the law of the Jews so much? (26:05) Break 1 (27:54) Letters: How can angels help us get to heaven if Jesus paid the debt of our sin? How do you deal with priest who don’t talk about cultural issues? Father answers these and other questions, send him a letter at simon@relevantradio.com (39:46) Break 2 (40:28) Word of the Day Sciatic nerve (42:09) Phones: Monica - I agree with Fr. about nitpicking and criticizing priests. We need to support them. We may not like them but we must respect and support these men who have given their lives to this work. Gina - Question about the creed: Do we believe that he had half of the DNA of Mary. 'resurrection of the body' who's body is that? Zach - After Communion the priest’s purity’s the cup then he sits down. everyone sits down with him for a few seconds before moving on. what’s the meaning/reason behind this? Bev - My parents are 81 and 83 and I have 3 daughters. My time is divided between the grand kids and my parents. They are angry. What should I do with this divided time.

(5:04) Bible Study: Genesis 28:10-22a Jacob was a liar and Esau was a fool Matthew 9:18-26 Jesus is the law. Father explains. (21:22) Break 1 (23:31) Letters: What is the best form of the Mass to go to, more importantly why is there so much anger around this topic? Father also answers a question about angels. Father answers these and other questions, send him a letter at simon@relevantradio.com (38:15) Break 2 (39:06) Word of the Day sleeping (42:41) Phones: Barbara - why don't daily reading capitalize pronouns for Jesus? I find this disrespectful Audrey - what is the new Missal that the Pope is introducing? Connie - new parish priest at parish. people applauded for sermon. why did they do that?

(3:07) Bible Study: Ephesians 2:19-22 What is the sign of a true profit? Father explains. John 20:24-29 Jesus shows us that He is always with us in this passage. (18:32) Break 1 (21:42) Letters: What is the difference between monks and priests and their vows? How much does God want us to go to heaven? Father answers these and other questions, send him a letter at simon@relevantradio.com (36:21) Break 2 (37:39) Word of the Day Dwelling Place (39:05) Phones: Mary - Does everyone have their own Guardian angel. Greg - Monks also take a vow of stability. Geneveva - Jesus sent the demons into the pigs. Explain that reading Please Susan - My daughter is in a same sex marriage. They used IVF to have a child. I don’t recognize the baby as my grandchild. Bridget - question about the creed. When it says God will judge the living and the dead. aren't the dead already judged?

Bible Study: Genesis 21:5, 8-20a Is the bible true if some of it is not literal? Matthew 8:28-34 Why do the gospels not perfectly align? Break 1 Letters: Father shares how to answer the question of what we are Catholic. What do we consume when receiving communion? Father answers these and other questions, send him a letter at simon@relevantradio.com Break 2 Word of the Day Abram Phones: Philip - I am considering converting to Catholicism. I am reading a book that suggests that Joseph was a lifelong virgin. I not sure how that lines up with some of the scriptures I read. Nathan - How does 'praying in Jesus’ name' work when you’re asking for Mary’s intercession? Denise - My niece is getting married to a Jewish man by a rabbi. Should I go?

(5:41) Bible Study: Genesis 19:15-29 Father talks about the beauty of the Church oppose to the nothingness of the world. (22:47) Break 1 (26:00) Letters: Can a couple get a priestly blessing even if they are eloping and not getting married in the Church? How do you observe the meat fast on Friday if you are being served meat? Father answers these and other questions, send him a letter at simon@relevantradio.com (35:54) Break 2 (37:32) Word of the Day Zoar and Ocean (39:56) Phones: Shirley - I have been reading Revelation. Has the already come? was is Nero? Michael - I had a protestant question me about baptism of desire versus blood and water. Can you explain the three parts and where they come from? Walt - At Sunday mass are there options for the psalms or is that set like the readings?