Father Simon Says

Daily Bible Study- Fr. Simon explains the 1st Reading about the Sadducees and who exactly they were.  He breaks down John 3:16 and the verses afterwards.  Fr. Simon adds that John 3:16-21 is looked at incorrectly by many.   Word of the Day-Condemned Caller Question-Why is incense being used by the priest? Caller Question-Why is the collect prayer now saying “God” instead of “one God”? Caller Question-Where in scripture does it say we have a Guardian Angel? Caller Question-Why do priests sometimes rush their words during mass?

Daily Bible Study- Fr. Simon explains the 1st Reading and the idea of living communally, especially in regards to Socialism and Communism. He also continues his analysis of Jesus’ meeting with Nicodemus.  Fr. Simon talks about how Jesus is speaking beautiful poetry and that many want to reduce it as rules.   Word of the Day-Power Caller Question-What is the oldest mention of Taxes in the Bible? Caller Question-Was Luke present during the time of Jesus? Caller Question-How did we go from a serpent to a goat when referring to the devil?

Daily Bible Study- Fr. Simon explains today’s 1st Reading about how Peter and John were filled with the Holy Spirit and were filled with boldness as they went preaching.   Fr. Simon discusses Jesus’ meeting with Nicodemus   Word of the Day -Quasimodo Caller Question-Question about Communion in the Hand? Caller Question-About Purgatory & Divine Mercy Caller Question-About John 3:8

Daily Bible Study- Fr. Simon explains today’s first reading and the story of Peter and John being arrested for preaching about the resurrection of Jesus.   Word of the Day – Children/Likely Clad/153 Caller Question – How to know if you are married in the eyes of the Church? Caller Question – What is the 3 o’clock hour of prayer? Caller Question – Who is allowed to give last rites?

Daily Bible Study- Fr. Simon explains today’s gospel reading and how we are all witnesses to Christ.   Caller Question – What is the difference between falling asleep and dying? Word of the Day – Refreshment Caller Question – If a solemnity falls on a Friday, do we still fast from meat?  

Daily Bible Study- Fr. Simon explains today’s gospel reading, the story of the road to Emmaus, and why the disciples did not recognize Jesus when they first met him.   Word of the Day – Recognize Caller Question – If you die on a Holy Day, do you get special graces? Caller Question – Did God ever turn his back on Jesus? Caller Question – Is there a reason her priest doesn’t say the Confiteor? Caller Question – What happens if the priest forgets to say the name of the person Mass is being offered for?

Daily Bible Study- Fr. Simon explains today’s first reading and Peters cry for the need of repentance and baptism.   Word of the Day – My Rabbi Caller Question – Why are there different accounts of the resurrection in the Gospels? Caller Question – Is it oaky for him to be the Godparent of a Lutheran child?

Fr. Simon talks about the Upper Room and traveling to Jerusalem and about Peter.  He also talks about how many people saw Jesus risen from the dead.   Word of the Day – Foreknowledge (Lawless) Caller Question-Why does the priest say “dare” before the “Our Father” Caller Question-What do Catholics think about Sola Scriptura? Caller Question-Question about Luke 24:34    

Fr. Simon talks about how Christianity came about from Judaism and connecting it to Good Friday and the Crucifixion   Word of the Day – Abandon   Caller Question-Who was the young man who had a white cloak and ran away naked in the Agony of the Garden? Caller Question-About completing my five first Fridays while 1st Friday is on Good Friday. Caller Question-Why do we do the Gloria and ring the bells on Holy Thursday? Caller Question-Do the Orthodox do the Hail Holy Queen at the end of the rosary? Caller Question-Why is “Amen” omitted during the Our Father during Mass? Caller Question-Is chicken considered meat?

Daily Bible Study- Fr. Simon explains today’s gospel reading and the story of the Last Supper.   Word of the Day – Power Caller Question – Was Jesus given vinegar or wine on the hyssop during his crucifixion? Caller Question – If we are to have reverence for the Body and Blood of Christ, why do we receive communion in the hand? Caller Question – Where were Martha and Lazarus during the crucifixion? Caller Question – She is 92 years old. What are the rules for fasting and abstinence?

Daily Bible Study- Fr. Simon explains today’s gospel reading and the worth of the thirty pieces of silver that Judas was given for turning over Jesus.   Word of the Day – The Feast of Unleavened Bread Caller Question – Does the Orthodox Church believe in the Trinity? Caller Question – Are Latin prayers more efficacious than others? Caller Question – Why was sacrifice needed for the salvation of humanity?

Daily Bible Study- Fr. Simon explains today’s gospel reading and the betrayal of Jesus.   Word of the Day – Passion Caller Question – On Palm Sunday, was Jesus riding on a donkey or a horse? Caller Question – If we are consuming the body and blood of Christ, why are we not considered cannibals? Caller Question – Which Protestant was responsible for removing the deuterocanonical books in the bible? Caller Question – What are the fasting rules for Holy Week? Caller Question – Why do Catholics read the passion of Jesus on Palm Sunday?

Daily Bible Study- Fr. Simon explains today’s Gospel reading and the greed of Judas   Word of the Day – Nard Caller Question-About Original Sin and the Pangs of Childbirth? Caller Comment-About the Shroud of Turin and about the parts that were examined Caller Comment-How faith brings about miracles

Daily Bible Study- Fr. Simon explains today’s gospel reading and the attempt to stone Jesus.   Word of the Day – Blasphemy Caller Question – She lost a child during pregnancy. Should she pray for the soul of the child? Caller Question – What is the timetable of Jesus’ passion? Caller Question – Luke 19:43, what is the Greek word for Palisade?

Daily Bible Study- Fr. Simon explains today’s gospel reading and the story of the Annunciation.   Caller Question – Is considering becoming Catholic but doesn’t agree with all the Churches teaching. Should she still pursue it? Word of the Day – Virgin Caller Question – Can a Mason marry a Catholic? Caller Question – Why are Jews considered the chosen people?  

Daily Bible Study- Fr. Simon explains today’s gospel reading and how we are all a slave to sin, and the key to our freedom from that sin.   Word of the Day – Forgiveness Caller Question – What does it mean when we hear that “Jesus descended into hell”? Caller Question – How to explain the word of God properly to protestants? Caller Question – How to explain to an 8 year old the idea that if Jesus was Jew, how are we Catholic?

Daily Bible Study- Fr. Simon explains today’s gospel reading and where it is that Jesus is going that the Pharisees could not go.   Word of the Day – I Am Caller Question – What is the difference between Jehovah Witness and Catholics? Caller Question – How can we be happy in heaven if someone we love isn’t there with us? Caller Question – Is it true the Eucharist stays in us for about 10 minutes after consuming?

Daily Bible Study- Fr. Simon explains today’s first reading and the story of Susanna and her faith and trust in God.   Word of the Day – Glory Caller Question – Can people with cognitive disabilities become saints? Caller Question – Who is allowed to give last rites? Caller Question – Does suffering on Earth take time off from purgatory?

Daily Bible Study- Fr. Simon explains today’s gospel reading and the trust that Joseph had in the Lord and the role that he was going to play in the life of Jesus and Mary.   Word of the Day – Caravan Caller Question – How do the souls in purgatory pray for us if they cant pray for themselves? Caller Question – Why does a 7 year old have to go to 2 years of formation before being baptized? Caller Question – What is the difference between consubstantiation, transubstantiation? Caller Question – Can you be baptized more than once?

Daily Bible Study- Fr. Simon explains today’s first reading and the blazing wrath that God threated Israel with.   Word of the Day – The Love of God Caller Question – If we disagree with something the Pope says, does that mean we disagree with Christ? Caller Question – He has collected holy cards over the years. What is the proper way to dispose of them? Caller Question – Does the priest have the authority to change the order of the Mass? Caller Question – If we were to call the “Town Hall” sacred ground, would that be considered idolatry? Caller Question – What is the literal translation of “Kyrie”?