The 14th Sunday in Ordinary Time -- July 6, 2025
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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...
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Feast of Sts. Peter and Paul, Apostles -- June 29, 2025
Bob's Beanfield
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...
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The Feast of Corpus Christi -- June 22, 2025
Bob's Beanfield
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...
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Feast of the Holy Trinity -- June 15, 2025
Bob's Beanfield
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...
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Pentecost Sunday -- June 8, 2025
Bob's Beanfield
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.
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The Ascension of Our Lord -- June 1, 2025
Bob's Beanfield
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...
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The 6th Sunday of Easter -- May 25, 2025
Bob's Beanfield
Throughout salvation history, God has been revealing Himself to us. First God the Father in the Old Testament, then Jesus Christ, God the Son, in the New Testament, then the Holy Spirit in the Church itself. How is that manifest? Where do we see or hear the Holy Spirit these days? And how will it be in heaven? 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...
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The 5th Sunday of Easter -- May 18, 2025
Bob's Beanfield
Jesus gave us everything on the Cross. He loved us that much. Do we love Him that much? If we give Him everything, what do we get in return? In the readings today, we hear about the New Jerusalem. What exactly is that, where does it come from, and what does that mean for us? Listen now to the readings and commentary for the answers to these and other questions! 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...
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The 4th Sunday of Easter -- May 11, 2025
Bob's Beanfield
How do love and suffering connect? Do we have to suffer if we love? How do we reconcile Jesus’ love and His suffering? In today’s Scriptures, we hear how the Apostle Paul and his companions suffered, and how they were then filled with joy as a result. How does that happen? We know Jesus suffered and loved, and so then the Apostles did as well. What does that mean for 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...
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The 3rd Sunday of Easter -- May 4 2025
Bob's Beanfield
Today’s readings continue the post-Resurrection story of “what now?”. Jesus has risen from the dead, and the Apostles are still confused about what to do. One view of today’s Gospel is that Peter says “I’m going fishing” as a way to say he doesn’t know what else to do, so he’ll go back to what he’s always done. Another way to look at it is that he was feeling unworthy of Jesus’ call and Ministry. Jesus said “Follow Me”, and Peter says, “I’m going fishing”. And the others with him follow. Whichever way you look at it, today’s readings are sure to challenge....
info_outlineWhen we talk about Advent and Lent, we think of these two liturgical seasons as penitential. That’s why we have the priests wearing purple, why our churches are decorated in a more subdued tone. Yet, they are both seasons of waiting and anticipating. We all could use a little more of the childlike anticipation of Christmas that children have. In today’s readings, we get a sense of that anticipation from John the Baptist, and we hear about glory. Let’s listen to the Scripture and commentary!
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.