Father Simon Says

(3:04) Bible Study:  1 Chronicles 15:3-4, 15-16; 16:1-2 Why was David a man after God’s heart? Didn’t he do a lot of bad things? Luke 11:27-28 Why do we call Mary blessed? (17:05) Break 1 (18:09) Letters: Father answers questions about the meaning of the word scribe, how do you know if you should stop praying for something, and he answers questions about the history of communion in the hand. (36:51) Beak 2 (37:26) Word of the Day: Desert (38:37) Phones: Claire - I understand that the gospel is read because it is the teaching of Christ, but what about the 1st and 2nd reading? What are they for? Chris - What is the meaning of the word 'Selah' in the Psalms? Peter - If David was a 'man after God's own heart, how can we believe this when he was an adulterer and a murderer? Larry - Do you have any thoughts on Catholic colleges which are Catholic in name only?

(8:26) Bible Study: Joshua 3:7-10a, 11, 13-17 God gives you not what you THINK you are praying for but what you are ACTUALLY praying for? Matthew 18:21–19:1 What does it mean to forgive? (23:55) Break 1 (26:48) Letters: What does the bible teach about being one in Christ? What was the Church back in Jesus’ time? Father answers these and other questions, send him a letter at simon@relevantradio.com (36:58) Break 2 (37:35) Word of the Day Ark (40:14) Phones: Steve - What do you think about this? About the Shroud of Turin, the burst of light being the redemption of the souls.   At the instant of conception when the sperm penetrates the egg, there's a spark, and have to have right equipment to detect this light. William - Some of the Orthodox priests in Russia, is it sinful for them to support Putin, and is it wrong on my part to judge them for their support? Steve - For daily mass, have I been taught wrong on what to wear?   Like wearing shorts.  Clarifi

(3:33) Bible Study: Deuteronomy 34:1-12 The Assumption of Moses? Matthew 18:15-20 Do you talk with people one on one before bringing in other people to settle a matter? (20:51) Break 1 (22:27) Letters: Why does Saint Joseph have a staff with lilies in a lot of statues of him? Why don’t many Catholics sing at Mass? Father answers these and other questions, send him a letter at simon@relevantradio.com (37:10) Break 2 (37:51) Word of the Day Bind (40:20) Phones: Ronnie - When Moses got the 10Commandments what languages did they come in? how was it formatted on the tablets? Joann - I want to wear a Josh Groban (singer) shirt in my casket. is that a sin? Bill - Does the Catholic Church regard the orthodox church not saved even though they consider the sacraments valid? Michael - Should you kneel when listening to or watching a Mass? Larry - How do I go about discussing the Shroud with a Protestant.

(3:18) Bible Study: Deuteronomy 31:1-8 Father Discusses this reading. Matthew 18:1-5, 10, 12-14 Children are not innocent, just small? (22:27) Break 1 (23:18) Letters: Why was John known as the beloved disciple? What should you do if something feels like it is a violation of conscience? Father answers these and other questions, send him a letter at simon@relevantradio.com (35:19) Break 2 (36:27) Word of the Day Turn (38:18) Phones: Marie - 'The portion of the Lord is his people'. What does that mean? Karen - I need a resource for teaching theology to highschoolers. I want it to have the Greek word explanations that you do. Shella - I sent a Catholic Mass card to a friend. He is Buddhist. He put the card in front of his statue and I don't know what to do. Our Lady is trapped! Barbara - Can I offer up my suffering for my son's suffering? Kay - Can someone who is Lutheran go to confession?

(5:45) Bible Study: Deuteronomy 10:12-22 What is fear of the Lord really? Matthew 17:22-27 What was the temple tax? Father explains (23:31) Break 1 (25:28) Letters: Are saint days celebrated differently in different diocese? Can you say Holy Ghost instead of Holy Spirit? Father answers these and other questions, send him a letter at simon@relevantradio.com (35:02) Break 2 (35:47) Word of the Day Hypostasis (39:28) Phones: John - When did singing start in the church? when did the people join in? Norm - How do we know if we are being holy? Nicole - where do I Find the term 'know thy self'. Is it in the bible? Dan - Is it ok for Eucharistic ministers to wear shorts Lena - I have friend who lost her husband a week ago. how do I show my sorrow to this friend? Natalie - has the holy spirit ever been referred to as feminine?

(10:45) Bible Study: Deuteronomy 4:32-40 How can we receive the gift of God? Matthew 16:24-28 What does it mean to take up your cross and follow Jesus? (22:22) Break 1 (23:46) Letters: What is the proper way have a Catholic burial? Father talks about a great chilly recipe which uses a special ingredient. When do you need to go to the vigil Mass for it to count? Father answers these and other questions, send him a letter at simon@relevantradio.com (32:21) Break 2 (34:33) Word of the Day Miracles (40:41) Phones: Kelly - I am a new Catholic and have a bunch of ministries sending me info. I don't want to throw their cards away. Can I or should not? Frank - A priest told me to stop going to Church because of my medical problems. Is this right? Steve - Are there such things as angelic manifestations? Roger - Sunday's Reading from Hebrews 11 verse2. What does the Greek word mean that translates to 'commended'?

(5:23) Bible Study: Numbers 20:1-13 Why was it so bad that Moses Struck the rock to get water? Matthew 16:13-23 We must think like God not like human beings (23:35) Break 1 (27:22) Letters: How do I know if I am hearing from God or just my ow thoughts? Who do you contact when the bishop doesn’t guard and protect the sacraments? Father answers these and other questions, send him a letter at simon@relevantradio.com (36:24) Break 2 (37:05) Word of the Day Rebuke (40:47) Phones: Peter - If you don't pray but live by the sacraments only is that bad? Anna - Gospel with Our Father was read a couple of weeks. It is read from the Gospel of Luke. How come this is different than Our Father in the Gospel of Matthew and in Mass? Why does the priest hold the monstrance with a cape and then uncaps his hands? Susanna - How come the large host of the priest is consecrated only and not the hosts for the congregation?

(4:36) Bible Study:           2 Peter 1:16-19 Is the bible mythology? Daniel 7:9-10, 13-14 What was Jesus’ favorite title for Himself? (18:57) Break 1 (21:56) Letters: What happens when if you have dementia and can’t make a good confession? Does it matter which host you receive when receiving consecrated hosts? Father answers these and other questions, send him a letter at simon@relevantradio.com (35:50) Break 2 (36:44) Word of the Day Myth (39:09) Phones: Sandy - My 25-year-old grandson is a baptized Catholic and has not received any sacraments. Can a man who is baptized but fell away from the Church go to Confession? Terence - Can you explain to me the 'fear of God'? What is the simplest explanation? Tom - The divinity of Christ. The Transfiguration shows me the humanity of Christ. I believe Jesus needed encouragement. What do you think of this? Carolyn - You mentioned that being on vacation is no excuse to miss Mass. I agree and

(8:00) Bible Study: Numbers 12:1-13 What does it mean to be great in the eyes of the Lord? Matthew 14:22-36 Father shares some interesting insights about this reading. (21:23) Break 1 (29:46) Letters: What is a firm purpose of amendment in confession? How can men not objectify women? Father answers these and other questions, send him a letter at simon@relevantradio.com (38:08) Break 2 (38:52) Word of the Day Snout (41:34) Phones: Russ - What is the connection between Purgatory and Final Judgement? How will the redeemed by judged? Fred - I love the music you play on FSS. Has anyone ever talked about the zinc spark involved in fertilization? I feel this is important to consider in the abortion issue. Maria - Cain and Abel. How could Cain meet other people if he was part of the first family?

Bible Study: Numbers 11:4b-15 The importance of getting your leading straight in the spiritual life. Matthew 14:13-21 How do you discern what God wants you to do? Ezekiel 3:17-21 How do you admonish the sinner? Break 1 Letters: How do I stop sinning with my girlfriend who is leading me into sin? How can the word blessed be used? Father answers these and other questions, send him a letter at simon@relevantradio.com Break 2 Word of the Day Coriander Phones: Don - During the Consecration, the priest sing different phrases while holding it up. Is this right? Karen - My friend died last Saturday and her family is having no funeral. Calling it a celebration of life. This distresses me. Do you have any advice? Bill - What does my daughter have to do to receive Communion again? Linda - What is the difference between the word 'blessed' and 'Bless-ed'? Craig – We are not supposed to add to the consecratory prayer in Missal according to Canon 846 section 1

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(4:03) Bible Study: Exodus 32:15-24, 30-34 Father talks about the reoccurring theme of worshiping golden calves. Matthew 13:31-35 Father explains the kingdom of heaven. (23:02) Break 1 (24:56) Letters: How can we understand the Holy Spirit? Father answers these and other questions, send him a letter at simon@relevantradio.com (33:53) Break 2 (35:03) Word of the Day Running Wild (39:05) Phones: Nick - I am Lutheran and we are close to what Catholics do, do Catholics believe we will not be saved if not in the Church? (follow up from Inner life) Victoria - Question about yesterday's reading in Genesis 18. Why does it phrase it that 'God must go Down'? Pat - Why are there more books in the Catholic bible. my Family is mostly protestant. James - In Genesis there are two creation accounts. why is there a difference between.

(5:20) Bible Study: 2 Corinthians 4:7-15 What is belief and faith really? Father explains. Matthew 20:20-28 Why does Jesus not always give us what we ask for? (17:30) Break 1 (24:21) Letters: What does Jesus mean when He says He is the corner stone? How do you know if a print of the bible is approved by the Church? Father answers these and other questions, send him a letter at simon@relevantradio.com (36:41) Break 2 (37:19) Word of the Day Surpassing Power (40:55) Phones: Deedee - Can you give me a brief overview how to become a saint? Pedro - If I am following the rosary in the car but not as closely as when I am praying with my rosary, will I still receive grace? Thomas - If God doesn't answer prayers because it's not for our good, how about the people without food and those affected by war?

(11:18) Bible Study: Exodus 19:1-2, 9-11, 16-20b Father talks about Our Lady of Fatima Matthew 13:10-17 What does Jesus mean in this passage? Father explains (23:39) Break 1 (25:16) Letters: Father talks about Zachariah’s prophecy and what it means as well as how the Mass is a sacrifice. Father answers these and other questions, send him a letter at simon@relevantradio.com (36:23) Break 2 (37:11) Word of the Day Parables (38:50) Phones: Iris - Have you heard of the archetypes cards? I know someone who has them in their home. I think they're new age. Michelle - My mother in law passed and sister in law passed. Priest doing last rights. If you're not conscious, will they do the apostolic pardon? Does it remove purgatory? Joanna - In the Our Father...when it says thy kingdom come...I know Father has a unique way of thinking of kingdom. Could you please explain that?

(3:36) Bible Study:  Exodus 16:1-5, 9-15 How is the Eucharist part of the testing in our lives? Matthew 13:1-9 What does the Holy of Holy’s have to do with wheat? Father explains (21:15) Break 1 (23:44) Letters: Father talks about the examination of conscience and how to go even deeper in your examination. How many Marys were there in the bibe?  Father answers these and other questions, send him a letter at simon@relevantradio.com (38:25) Break 2 (39:29) Word of the Day Father shares an interesting word of the Day (41:34) Phones: Cindy - I ordered a necklace, and they shipped the wrong item, it is a rosary that can be wear as a necklace, with a cross not a crucifix. Is it appropriate to wear it? Michael - What does the Catholic Church teaches about Mass deportations? Are they good or not?

(4:25) Bible Study: Song of Songs 3:1-4b Does the song of Songs mention God? Father explores this. 2 Corinthians 5:14-17 When you lose someone you love dearly a part of you dies. It’s the same way with Jesus. John 20:1-2, 11-18 Father explains the resurrection account describe in this passage (21:54) Break 1 (25:46) Letters: Father talks about how the traditional Latin Mass is comprised largely of young people. How do you come back into the Church after you have been away for a long time? Father answers these and other questions, send him a letter at simon@relevantradio.com (37:27) Break 2 (38:36) Word of the Day Love (39:33) Phones: Carolyn - Curious about Mass, people not going to receive communion, week after week. I wonder why? John - First reading today, the song of songs. If the poetry is a prophecy of Mary Magdalene searching for Jesus the morning of the Resurrection? Cathy - How do you live like brother and sister? I am married a second time; I just haven't gotten my ann

(2:52) Bible Study: Exodus 14:5-18 Freedom is scary but God stretches us in our freedom Matthew 12:38-42 Why is it important that Jesus was dead for three days? (19:00) Break 1 (24:52) Letters: Why did Jesus wait till the end to offer the final chalice? Can you obtain a dispensation from a priest for going on vacation? Father answers these and other questions, send him a letter at simon@relevantradio.com (35:26) Break 2 (36:11) Word of the Day Lyrics to El Shaddai (40:08) Phones: Jamie - Question about a Catholic marrying a non-Catholic... will it be valid, should we attend the wedding? Sue – Regarding Lent: why do we observe the 40 days of Lent before Easter? Trisha - Book of Exodus in chapter 13, who are all these people?