Universalis: Mass & Liturgy of the Hours

Explore the evolving liturgical calendar with a focus on the Sunday of the Word of God. Rediscover the emotional connection to faith and identity through Scripture, inspired by historical contexts. Challenge misconceptions about the Bible and learn practical ways to engage meaningfully with it. Delve into Lectio Divina for deeper scriptural reflection, moving beyond superficial readings. Celebrate the legacy of St. Thomas Aquinas, emphasizing personal reflection and the blend of faith with reason in understanding divine messages.

Explore the joyful essence of the wedding feast at Cana, marking the start of Jesus' public ministry. Delve into Mary's quiet strength and the cultural importance of marriage in uniting communities. Uncover the nuanced distinction between fleeting pleasure and enduring joy, emphasizing how joy is a divine gift rooted in love. Personal stories reveal how distancing from pleasure can hinder the experience of joy, with poignant insights on finding meaning and hope after trauma.

The Baptism of the Lord. Baptism. The uncanonised Henry Edward Manning. Episode notes.

The Epiphany. Melchizedek and the Magi. Episode notes.

The Christmas feasts. The Holy Family. The Finding in the Temple. Episode notes.

The discussion highlights the week leading up to Christmas, emphasizing its themes of anticipation and unity. A debate arises over whether Christmas or Easter is more significant, with arguments supporting the deep meaning of Christmas traditions. The podcast also delves into the Incarnation, illustrating God's profound love and involvement in humanity's salvation. Lastly, it honors saints like St. Stephen and St. John, reflecting on their roles and the lessons they impart in faith.

Gaudete Sunday. The countdown to Christmas with the O Antiphons. Episode notes.

Echoes between the First Readings and the Gospel. The Immaculate Conception. Our Lady of Guadalupe. Episode notes.

Advent and the new liturgical year. Cribs. Isaiah, rich food and wine. St Francis Xavier. The English Standard Version (ESV). New e-books. Some exercises for Advent. Saint Nicholas. Episode notes.

The end of Ordinary Time; the end of the world; how to read the Apocalypse. Christ the King; ourselves as kings. Episode notes.