This week Fr. Michael uses the story of Zacchaeus as inspiration for this week's episode. He talks about the childlikeness found in Zacchaeus as well as his curiosity. Fr. Michael talks about all the ways that Zacchaeus' sin is pointed out to us in the Gospel, yet we see his quick repentance and conversion. References: Luke 19: 1-10 Follow and Contact Us! ... Show More
Sep 30
Friends under the Fig Tree with Fr. Nathanael, OSB
This week we're joined by special guest, Fr. Nathanael. Fr. Nathanael and Mother Natalia share how they received their names, their love of scripture, and then talk briefly about the scripture passage in John where Jesus asks Peter "Do you love me?" Unfortunately Fr. Nathanael's ... Show More
53m 32s
Nov 2022
Day 319: Come, Follow Me (2022)
Fr, Mike compares the story of the rich young man to the story of Zacchaeus, highlighting the difference in their willingness to follow Christ with their whole hearts. Looking at the stories of these young men, Fr. Mike invites us to reflect on our willingness to follow Christ wi ... Show More
24m 24s
May 2023
Who is Zacchaeus? • follow HIM Favorites • May 15 - May 21
Touched by an episode? Click here to send a voice note.Hank Smith and John Bytheway discuss the story of Zacchaeus from Luke 19, exploring themes of judgment, generosity, and Jesus' recognition of those often overlooked.Please rate and review the podcast!Show Notes (English, Fren ... Show More
3m 16s
Sep 2022
Day 247: True Repentance (2022)
Fr. Mike points out the difference between the insincere repentance of King Zedekiah and the people in Jerusalem, and the true repentance of the people in the Book of Judith. The readings are Jeremiah 33-34, Judith 3-5, and Proverbs 16:29-33.
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26m 37s
Sep 2024
Day 247: True Repentance (2024)
Fr. Mike points out the difference between the insincere repentance of King Zedekiah and the people in Jerusalem, and the true repentance of the people in the Book of Judith. The readings are Jeremiah 33-34, Judith 3-5, and Proverbs 16:29-33.
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26m 37s
Sep 2022
Day 266: Son of the Father (2022)
As we finish the Gospel of Matthew, Fr. Mike takes us through Christ's passion, explaining the meaning of "Barabbas", the importance of saints, and temptation towards false truth. He also explains the context of the gospels, and how we fit into them in the new and eternal covenan ... Show More
23m 9s