Father Simon Says

Bible Study (1:56) NA 2:1, 3; 3:1-3, 6-7 --How the prophet Nahum is not that well-known MT 16:24-28 --When you could do nothing, trust God and that's taking up your cross  Letters (23:20) Why does the Sea of Galilee have different names like Tiberius?  Why do we take the Eucharist as often as we do?  What do you think about clapping for the choir during mass? Could you comment on the mass graves at Catholic schools in Canada? Could you add your sacrifices to the sufferings of Christ?    --Word of the Day: Vine (34:30) Callers Question about Catholic Politicians and morality? (37:18) Question about John 6:70-71 and the word "devil" (39:45) Question about a certain part of the Mass when we say 'Lord I am not worthy.' Should I kneel or stand? (42:30) My 18 year old son stole a lot of money from me. Should I forgive him? How do I forgive him with out reconciliation? (44:58) Question about Guardian Angels. Do they appear in human form? (48:39)

Bible Study (2:04) Jer 31:31-34 -Replacement Theology is ridiculous as there is no covenant with Jews, but with Israel Mt 16:13-23 -Jesus is giving Peter control and access when he's giving his keys  Fr. Simon talks about the use of "dogs" in scripture (20:45) Letters (24:51) Should I move my late parents to next to each other, as they're buried away from each other?  I'm worried about expenses? Do communion hosts have to be round?   Could I choose an Old Testament name as a confirmation saint? Word of the Day-Gnosticism (37:22) Callers Is there a reason the 'Our Father' isn't sung anymore? (41:40 Asking about priest not adding wine to chalice, is it not a complete mass? (42:57) Why we say God Bless You when someone sneezes? (46:20) Question about praying to Jesus or to the Holy Spirit (47:23) When did the Romans abandon Judea? (50:20)

Bible Study (2:01) JER 31:1-7 God won't stop loving us    MT 15:21-28 The word "dog" in this gospel passage is not translated as well as it should say "puppies" --Letters (21:52) When does faith stop being faith and becomes testing God?  How is the Eastern Church the second lung of the Church?  Is it true that Padre Pio wouldn't hear confessions for ladies wearing pants?  Question about Catholic Charismatic Groups and prophetic gifts? How do I know if the Holy Spirit is talking to me?  --Word of the Day: Alone (39:36) --Callers (42:46) Do animals go to heaven?  (44:38) Could you explain 1 Corinthians 11: 1-13  as I have a question about unveiling

Bible Study (2:20)-   JER 30:1-2, 12-15, 18-22 Fr. Simon discusses the remnant and the tribes of Israel and the Covenant with the House of Israel   MT 14:22-36 It's the passage where Jesus walks on water and Fr. Simon talks about holy boldness  Letters (21:41) Question about the diffieren "Marys" at different apparitions? Recommend a good book about World Religions, from a Catholic perspective?   Question about Acts 2:2 and it's interpretation and translation regarding the words "strong wind" Could you discuss speaking in tongues?  How could we say the Eastern Churches are the 2nd lung of the Church when many don't believe in Immaculate Conception?  Word of the Day-Nehushtan (34:24) Callers (39:48) Question about the validity of the Lutheran Eucharist?  (42:26) Went to a mass on Sunday and they had guitars and singing. I left because it wasn't right. Did that count as my Sunday obligation? (46:51) I saw a Mass on TV where garments were placed on the Archbishop in front of the congregation. Why would they do that? (49:20) Question about when faith stops and becomes testing God?

Jeremiah 28:1-17 - Father Simon talks about the importance of understanding prophecy. Matthew 14:13-21 - Jesus hears about the death of John the Baptist and he withdrew in a boat to a deserted place. Fr. Simon talks about the importance of prayer and discernment in difficult times. Words of the Day: Church Fr. Simon talks about the meaning of the word Church. Do we go to Mass because we like a particular priest or type of music or do we go to give praise to God? Letters: Dan – What is Kabbalah and what should we know about it. How does it compare to Christianity? Anonymous – When Jesus said: “My God, My God, why have you forsaken me,” what did he mean? Keith – Why do we pray certain prayers such as the Memorare differently? Desiree – Are eulogies allowed at a funeral Mass? Mary Grace – Question about a cantor who was in an inappropriate relationship. Callers (45:00) Irene – Why don’t people genuflect anymore? Angela – What is the truth about Mary Magdalene? Anne – Can my brother with Down Syndrome have a Catholic funeral  

Bible Study: (1:58) Jer 26:1-9 What does this story have to do with Darwin?  Jn 11:19-27 What do we need when tragedy strikes?  Lk 10:38-42 Jesus wasn't concerned with having a great meal Letters (17:06) Lk 11:27-28, what does it mean?  Father explains what the word 'God' means?  Caller writes in about the difficulty of divorce Are Mormons Christian?  It's the responsibility of the parents to pass on the faith Does Father know of a good Bible for kids?  Listener writes in about what synecdoche means  Can I go to a Coptic mass?  Words of the Day: Cathedral and heaven (38:20) Callers (42:29) - How can I describe the saying 'Son of Man' to a non-believer? (44:31) - Question about relics - How do you pray when there's a relic?  (46:29) - Is saying or writing OMG a sin? (50:28) - When you are getting married and the priest wraps your hand, what does that signify?

Bible Study: (2:28) JER 18:1-6 Potters and clay  MT 13:47-53 More Kingdom theorizing!  Letters (20:16) Was Mary's consent essential to the Incarnation?  What should we do during the consecration?  What do we wear in heaven?  Word of the Day:  Hosanna vs Hallelujah Callers  (38:51): - Why do some churches offer confession during mass? (41:44) - What is a second nesham​a? (43:29) - What is the difference between Paradise and Kingdom in the Bible? 

Bible Study (1:50) Jer 15:10, 16-21 What's religious fanaticism Mt 13:44-46 Father continues his commentary on the Kingdom  Letters (20:19) Is the Byzantine Church missionary?  Comment about the Church and indigenous peoples Is Eucharist in the Greek Catholic Church valid?  What is the vale or valley of tears?   Word of the day: Paradise (38:04) Callers (39:50) - If someone does something that they think is wrong but it is not actually wrong is that a sin? (42:24) - Can we change the will of God?  (45:10) - Is the medal Scapular just as good as the Cloth scapular? (46:32) - What is the difference between the Socratic and Hasidic Judaism? (50:06) - Is it a sin to watch mediums and ghost hunters on TV?

Bible Study: (2:39) JER 14:17-22 The collapse of Western Civilization  MT 13:36-43 We judge by the fruit# Sir 44:1, 10-15 What is the wealth that is passed down?  Letters: (23:18) Comment about a married couple who lived together before marriage  A theologian and the heresy of Nestorianism  Do we see the Trinity in Genesis?  Word of the Day: Age (33:48) Callers  (37:36) Can we name a Race horse after your Rabbi Friend? (38:57) Do the Seraphim Guard the tabernacle in churches? and do they come to alter during consecration of the Eucharist? (The veil removed)  (43:38) Can you get an annulment without the knowledge of your spouse? (47:08) What is the difference between a communion service for a wedding and a wedding mass? (49:39) when someone goes to Purgatory can they pray for themselves?

Bible Study: (2:53) 2 COR 4:7-15 What are earthen vessels?  MT 20:20-28 Who was St. James? Were there two or three?  Letters (18:33) Question about God's time and our time My family member doubts the real presence, can he or she receive communion?  When I got to the Church, I can't find the tabernacle I'm confused by the biblical accounts of the two men crucified next to Jesus. The various Gospels seem to be contradictory Word of the Day: Weed (37:44) Callers  (41:09) Who are my enemies (biblically speaking)? (45:06) What is Wiccan? How do I talk with someone about it? (46:59) Can an adult person who is not baptized go to heaven?