Understanding Spiritual Gifts and Their Purpose It’s so good to be back! In 1 Corinthians 12:1–11, St. Paul begins explaining spiritual gifts—also called charisms—and the important purpose they serve within the Church. Join us for a deeper look at what these gifts are, how they work, and how the Holy Spirit uses them for the … Continued
Receiving the Eucharist Worthily: Understanding St. Paul’s Warning and the Gift of God’s Grace In this final episode before our summer break, Todd Gale concludes 1 Corinthians Chapter 11 by exploring St. Paul’s warning about receiving the Eucharist unworthily. Together we’ll examine Paul’s original context, what the Catholic Church teaches today, and the beautiful question … Continued
The New Covenant, the Real Presence, and Receiving Holy Communion Worthily Continue through 1 Corinthians 11:25–29 as we explore the New Covenant, the Real Presence of Christ in the Eucharist, biblical covenant sacrifice, and St. Paul’s warning about receiving Holy Communion worthily. Brought to you by St John the Evangelist Catholic Church, Jackson Michigan and … Continued
The crucifixion, resurrection, and Great Commission—the triumphant conclusion to Matthew’s Gospel and the fulfillment of God’s plan of salvation. In Episode 55, the final installment of our study of the Gospel of Matthew, we examine Matthew 27:33-28:20 as the Gospel reaches its glorious conclusion. We reflect on the details surrounding Christ’s crucifixion, the two thieves … Continued
The crucifixion, resurrection, and Great Commission—the triumphant conclusion to Matthew’s Gospel and the fulfillment of God’s plan of salvation. In Episode 55, the final installment of our study of the Gospel of Matthew, we examine Matthew 27:33-28:20 as the Gospel reaches its glorious conclusion. We reflect on the details surrounding Christ’s crucifixion, the two thieves … Continued