Father Simon Says

Daily Bible Study-Fr. Simon explains today’s first reading about signs and wonders, who the Synagogue of Freedmen were, money affecting the Temple.  Fr. Simon then discusses the Gospel how Jesus tells the truth unflinchingly and about having to trust in Him. Fr. Simon’s answers letters about a valid confession, the Latin vulgate, the Zadoks and Sadducees, the Trinity, Word of the Day-Freedmen  Caller Question-Did Mary have to be redeemed? Caller Question-Clarification about binding on earth and binding on heaven? Caller Question-How do lovingly trust our Shepherd when we see things that are wrong?

Daily Bible Study- Fr. Simon explains today’s gospel reading, the story of the loaves and fishes.   Caller Question – Does Satin believe in God? Caller Question – What do Protestants receive at there communion? Word of the Day – Wicker Baskets/Barley Bread Caller Question – What’s the difference between the Holy Spirit in the Gospel of John vs the Acts of the Apostles?

Daily Bible Study- Fr. Simon explains today’s gospel reading and how to know that God is trustworthy.   Word of the Day – Infuriated Caller Question – Is there a correct kind of scapular Catholics should buy and wear? Caller Question – Why do Catholics have the Corpus on the Cross? Caller Question – Will the Devil show up on the day of our judgement? Caller Question – Is there a special feast day for Mary Queen of Angels?

Daily Bible Study- Fr. Simon explains the 1st Reading about the Sadducees and who exactly they were.  He breaks down John 3:16 and the verses afterwards.  Fr. Simon adds that John 3:16-21 is looked at incorrectly by many.   Word of the Day-Condemned Caller Question-Why is incense being used by the priest? Caller Question-Why is the collect prayer now saying “God” instead of “one God”? Caller Question-Where in scripture does it say we have a Guardian Angel? Caller Question-Why do priests sometimes rush their words during mass?

Daily Bible Study- Fr. Simon explains the 1st Reading and the idea of living communally, especially in regards to Socialism and Communism. He also continues his analysis of Jesus’ meeting with Nicodemus.  Fr. Simon talks about how Jesus is speaking beautiful poetry and that many want to reduce it as rules.   Word of the Day-Power Caller Question-What is the oldest mention of Taxes in the Bible? Caller Question-Was Luke present during the time of Jesus? Caller Question-How did we go from a serpent to a goat when referring to the devil?

Daily Bible Study- Fr. Simon explains today’s 1st Reading about how Peter and John were filled with the Holy Spirit and were filled with boldness as they went preaching.   Fr. Simon discusses Jesus’ meeting with Nicodemus   Word of the Day -Quasimodo Caller Question-Question about Communion in the Hand? Caller Question-About Purgatory & Divine Mercy Caller Question-About John 3:8

Daily Bible Study- Fr. Simon explains today’s first reading and the story of Peter and John being arrested for preaching about the resurrection of Jesus.   Word of the Day – Children/Likely Clad/153 Caller Question – How to know if you are married in the eyes of the Church? Caller Question – What is the 3 o’clock hour of prayer? Caller Question – Who is allowed to give last rites?

Daily Bible Study- Fr. Simon explains today’s gospel reading and how we are all witnesses to Christ.   Caller Question – What is the difference between falling asleep and dying? Word of the Day – Refreshment Caller Question – If a solemnity falls on a Friday, do we still fast from meat?  

Daily Bible Study- Fr. Simon explains today’s gospel reading, the story of the road to Emmaus, and why the disciples did not recognize Jesus when they first met him.   Word of the Day – Recognize Caller Question – If you die on a Holy Day, do you get special graces? Caller Question – Did God ever turn his back on Jesus? Caller Question – Is there a reason her priest doesn’t say the Confiteor? Caller Question – What happens if the priest forgets to say the name of the person Mass is being offered for?

Daily Bible Study- Fr. Simon explains today’s first reading and Peters cry for the need of repentance and baptism.   Word of the Day – My Rabbi Caller Question – Why are there different accounts of the resurrection in the Gospels? Caller Question – Is it oaky for him to be the Godparent of a Lutheran child?