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Father Simon Says™ is your daily bible study hosted by Father Richard Simon, who jokingly refers to himself as Reverend Know-it-All.
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Mar 8, 2021 • 49min
Father Simon Says March 8th – Prophets
Daily Bible Study- Fr. Simon explains today’s gospel reading and the acceptance of prophets in their native land. Word of the Day – Earth Caller Question – Must we interact with people whom we have forgiven but don’t really like? Caller Question – If Jesus was born Jewish, when did he become Christian? Caller Question – Her 9 year old grandson is being denied baptism because he is 9. Why is that?

Mar 5, 2021 • 49min
Father Simon Says March 5th – The Plot to Kill Joseph
Daily Bible Study- Fr. Simon explains today’s first reading and the plot to kill Joseph, the son of Israel. Caller Question – Is it true that we are to cover statues during the 5th week of Lent? Caller Question – Can a Catholic be in a civil marriage and still receive the Eucharist? Word of the Day – Many Colored Caller Question – When the apostles said they knew Jesus by the blessing, what is the blessing they are referring? Caller Question – What is the identity of the “prince of the heavenly host” in the St Michael prayer?

Mar 4, 2021 • 49min
Father Simon Says March 4th – Cursed is the Man who Trusts in Humans
Daily Bible Study- Fr. Simon explains today’s first reading and the warning against trusting in man over God. Word of the Day – Bosom Caller Question – When we pray the rosary, who are we praying to? Caller Question – How was Jesus Jewish in Mary was not Jewish? Caller Question – Did Jesus perform miracles on Earth after his resurrection? Caller Question – Is it okay to force children to pray the rosary with you?

Mar 3, 2021 • 49min
Father Simon Says March 3rd – The Mother of the Sons of Zebedee
Daily Bible Study- Fr. Simon explains today’s gospel reading and the request made by the mother of the sons of Zebedee. Word of the Day – Servant and Slave Caller Question – What are the social ramifications of the second ecumenical council? Caller Question – How do we know the bible is true?

Mar 2, 2021 • 49min
Father Simon Says March 2nd – Rabbi
Daily Bible Study- Fr. Simon explains today’s gospel reading and the meaning of the word Rabbi. Word of the Day – Tassels Caller Question – Is the Johnson and Johnson vaccine okay to take? Caller Question – Who are the daughters of lust from St Gregory the Great? Caller Question – How to not be of the worldly way?

Mar 1, 2021 • 49min
Father Simon Says March 1st – Stop Judging
Daily Bible Study- Fr. Simon explains today’s gospel reading and what Jesus means about judging others. Word of the Day – Merciful Caller Question – How are we not to judge like scripture says since we are all human and judge others?

Feb 26, 2021 • 49min
Father Simon Says February 26th – Don’t Call Your Brother Raqa
Daily Bible Study- Fr. Simon explains today’s gospel reading and why you should not call your brother Raqa. Word of the Day – Elsewhere Caller Question – Is Mass valid if words are added during the consecration? Caller Question – Do Catholics believe in predestination? ***Originally Aired on February 8th 2021***

Feb 25, 2021 • 49min
Father Simon Says February 25th – Queen Esther
Daily Bible Study- Fr. Simon explains today’s first reading and who Queen Esther was. Caller Question – How can she deal with her loneliness? Word of the Day – Myrtle Caller Question – How can we explain that Jesus doesn’t know the end of time? Caller Question – Is it okay to confront someone who is breaking the Eucharistic fast? Caller Question – Was Mary dead or alive at the time of the Assumption?

Feb 24, 2021 • 49min
Father Simon Says February 24th – The Sign of Jonah
Daily Bible Study- Fr. Simon explains today’s gospel reading and the sign of Jonah. Word of the Day – Stuff Caller Question – Her sister is pregnant and has serious health conditions and is considering an abortion. What is Church teaching? Caller Question – Is it sinful to eat meat on Friday?

Feb 23, 2021 • 49min
Father Simon Says February 23rd – The Our Father
Daily Bible Study- Fr. Simon explains today’s gospel reading and Jesus teaching the Our Father to others. Caller Question – Can Pope Francis change the words of the Our Father? Caller Question – In the agony in the garden, did Jesus need our prayers during that time? Word of the Day – Transgression Caller Question – What does the word “Stuff” mean in the book of Exodus?


