When we encounter God, what is our response? Do we listen carefully? Do we try to do something to serve Him? Or both? We hear the reactions of Abraham and Mary and Martha today. How are they different? How are they similar?

Note that Scripture readings are from the Lectionary for Mass for Use in the Dioceses of the United States of America, second typical edition, Copyright Confraternity of Christian Doctrine, Inc., used with permission. Commentary copyright Peter Kreeft, published by Word on Fire, used with permission.

Who is Jesus Christ? Who is God? And who is my neighbor? All questions that Scripture talks about in today’s readings. You might try answering them first for yourself, then hear what the readings and commentary tell us.

Note that Scripture readings are from the Lectionary for Mass for Use in the Dioceses of the United States of America, second typical edition, Copyright Confraternity of Christian Doctrine, Inc., used with permission. Commentary copyright Peter Kreeft, published by Word on Fire, used with permission.

What will heaven be like? As it says in Scripture, Eye has not seen and ear has not heard. That doesn’t keep us from imagining it, and we hear part of Isaiah’s vision of it in our first reading. In the Gospel, Jesus sends his disciples out to cast out demons. How do we respond to temptation today? What can we learn from today’s readings and commentary?

Note that Scripture readings are from the Lectionary for Mass for Use in the Dioceses of the United States of America, second typical edition, Copyright Confraternity of Christian Doctrine, Inc., used with permission. Commentary copyright Peter Kreeft, published by Word on Fire, used with permission.

Today is one of those days where the Liturgical Calendar is different this year than most others. We celebrate Sts. Peter and Paul today, yet there is no Sunday readings in the Cycle for that feast. Consequently, the readings you hear at Mass will not correspond to what I’m going to present to you today. Since there is nothing in Dr. Kreeft’s book for today, and next week is the 14th Sunday in Ordinary Time, I’ll present the 13th Sunday in Ordinary Time readings and commentary today. My apologies for any confusion, but know that if you do listen to today’s podcast AND the readings on Sunday, you’ll certainly be extra blessed!

Note that Scripture readings are from the Lectionary for Mass for Use in the Dioceses of the United States of America, second typical edition, Copyright Confraternity of Christian Doctrine, Inc., used with permission. Commentary copyright Peter Kreeft, published by Word on Fire, used with permission.

Today we celebrate the Feast of the Body and Blood of Christ, or Corpus Christi. This term can refer to both the Eucharist AND the Church, which is often referred to as the Body of Christ. Like last Sunday, the Feast of the Holy Trinity, today’s readings and commentary delve in to mysteries that are deep and often confusing. Let’s hear God’s Word.

Note that Scripture readings are from the Lectionary for Mass for Use in the Dioceses of the United States of America, second typical edition, Copyright Confraternity of Christian Doctrine, Inc., used with permission. Commentary copyright Peter Kreeft, published by Word on Fire, used with permission.

I recently heard someone ask the question, “What is the central mystery of the Catholic faith?” The answer, of course, is the Holy Trinity. Today we celebrate and contemplate that mystery. Let us enter in to the readings and commentary in the spirit of mystery and faith, and find the treasures God intends for us this day.

Note that Scripture readings are from the Lectionary for Mass for Use in the Dioceses of the United States of America, second typical edition, Copyright Confraternity of Christian Doctrine, Inc., used with permission. Commentary copyright Peter Kreeft, published by Word on Fire, used with permission.

Happy Birthday! Pentecost is often referred to as the birthday of the Church. It is the day when the Holy Spirit came, and Jesus Himself has left us gifts for our birthday! Let’s hear about them in today’s readings.

Note that Scripture readings are from the Lectionary for Mass for Use in the Dioceses of the United States of America, second typical edition, Copyright Confraternity of Christian Doctrine, Inc., used with permission. Commentary copyright Peter Kreeft, published by Word on Fire, used with permission.

When Jesus ascended in to heaven, He gave the Apostles a job. This is sometimes referred to as the “Great Commission”, where Jesus commissions us to spread His Word. But He also refers to the coming of the Holy Spirit, to give them and us the power to do this work. He continues to strengthen us with the Sacraments. Let’s hear how this all fits together in today’s readings.

Note that Scripture readings are from the Lectionary for Mass for Use in the Dioceses of the United States of America, second typical edition, Copyright Confraternity of Christian Doctrine, Inc., used with permission. Commentary copyright Peter Kreeft, published by Word on Fire, used with permission.