The 8th Sunday in Ordinary Time -- March 2 2025
Bob's Beanfield
The language used in Scripture is often poetic, or symbolic. It isn’t always easy for us to understand, in these days of science and computers. But the truth revealed is equally true, whether expressed in analogue or digital form. Let’s see if today’s readings and commentary can help us bridge the two. 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...
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The 7th Sunday in Ordinary Time -- February 23 2025
Bob's Beanfield
Making decisions can be hard. We have the Word of God in Scripture and in Jesus’ own words to guide us, but how do we interpret those? What are our motivations, and what are the circumstances of our decisions? We hear about a decision David made today that may seem confusing to some, and we hear Jesus talk about turning the other cheek. Does he always mean that literally? 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....
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The 6th Sunday in Ordinary Time -- February 16 2025
Bob's Beanfield
Blessing and curses. Life and death. Water and desert. Scripture uses many different contrasts to describe the Kingdom of Heaven, and makes it clear that we are to choose our own path. God gives us our free will. How will we use it? 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 5th Sunday in Ordinary Time -- February 9 2025
Bob's Beanfield
Today we hear two different calls from God, first to Isaiah, second to Peter and his fellow fishermen. The details of the experience are very different, but the reactions are very similar…awe and wonder, and humility. And the results are similar also: evangelization. How do we respond when we hear God’s call? How should we respond? How can we do anything other than be struck with wonder? 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 4th Sunday in Ordinary Time -- February 2 2025
Bob's Beanfield
If you happened to look at a calendar for liturgical year, you would see that today, February 2, 2025, is the Feast of the Presentation of the Lord. Dr. Kreeft’s book for Cycle C, which we are in this year, does not have a reading or commentary for the Feast of the Presentation! It does, however, have readings and commentary for the 4th Sunday in Ordinary Time, so that is what we will hear today. The commentary is a bit shorter than many weeks, and since you won’t hear these readings at Mass, I won’t be offended if you skip listening to this week’s podcast. HOWEVER, one of the readings...
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The 3rd Sunday in Ordinary Time -- January 26 2025
Bob's Beanfield
Last week, we heard the beginning of Jesus public ministry with the miracle at the wedding at Cana. From there, He goes back to his home town of Nazareth, where He proclaims to the people in the Synagogue that He has begun the work of salvation. Their response was less than enthusiastic. How do we respond to Jesus when He speaks to us and tells us what He wants to do 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 permission....
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The 2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time -- January 19 2025
Bob's Beanfield
As we begin the season known as Ordinary Time, we hear the Gospel of the Wedding at Cana, also known as the beginning of Jesus public ministry. Mary has a role in the story, and we hear Jesus’ first miracle, which shows His concern for the everyday things of our lives. Let’s hear the Scripture 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...
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The Baptism of the Lord -- January 12 2025
Bob's Beanfield
We are all beloved creatures of God; by our Baptism, we become more than His beloved creation, we become His children. Jesus was born of Mary and became one like us, yet His sonship with the Father was revealed in His baptism. 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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Epiphany -- January 5 2025
Bob's Beanfield
Today marks the day we celebrate the revelation of Our Lord’s birth to the Magi, and by extension, to all the gentiles, which of course, includes us. The gifts of the Wise Men represent Jesus’ Lordship, His Divinity, and His death. Quite an interesting combination of characteristics! 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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Solemnity of Mary, the Holy Mother of God ,January 1 2025
Bob's Beanfield
Today we contemplate the relationship between Mary and the Holy Trinity. The Catholic teachings on Mary are often misinterpreted. We do not worship Mary, we worship God alone. We do, however, honor Mary, as the Mother of Our Lord, and our mother too. Let’s think more deeply about her motherhood as we listen to Scripture 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,...
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.