The Twenty Three Podcast

THIS WEEK: As you prepare for Easter this weekend, don't miss that the main character is missing from the story...

THIS WEEK: We begin Holy Week with Palm Sunday. There is a stark contrast between how people perceive Jesus in the two Gospel readings we will hear. How often do we allow the crowd to persuade us to change our opinion of others?

THIS WEEK: Do we use others as a means to our own goals and desires? Or do we take the time to treat each person with the dignity and respect that Jesus calls us to?

THIS WEEK: The prodigal son returns home, but perhaps the father is the prodigal one...

THIS WEEK: Michael returns from the mission trip to the U.S. / Mexico border and shares some of the stories from the last week. In this weekend's Gospel we are called to repent - but what does that really mean?

THIS WEEK: How often do we resist change, or try to settle in life?

THIS WEEK: A preview of the season of Lent and a discussion about how to deal with temptation on a daily basis.

THIS WEEK: Fr. Herb is back from Guatemala and shares some highlights from the trip. In this week's Gospel, we take a look at how quick we are to judge others and the need for community to grow in our faith.

THIS WEEK: All you need is LOVE!

THIS WEEK: How does Luke's account of The Beatitudes differ from Matthew's? How can we be in solidarity with the poor without feeling guilty?

THIS WEEK: Our passage in Luke is filled with vivid images of Jesus calling the Apostles to follow him. What does it truly mean to follow the Lord?

THIS WEEK: Do you ever think of yourself as a prophet? Maybe it's time to start thinking that way...

THIS WEEK: Jesus has the ultimate "mic drop" moment this weekend as he speaks to the crowd in the synagogue...

THIS WEEK: We return to Ordinary Time this weekend to spend one Sunday in the Gospel of John at the Wedding at Cana. Many people know this story, but what we often overlook the meaning of what it's all about ...

THIS WEEK: Does God show favoritism?

THIS WEEK: Father Herb celebrates a birthday, a sneak peek of Christmas at SJ23, and Mary and Elizabeth take center stage in this weekend's Gospel reading for the Fourth Sunday of Advent.

THIS WEEK: REJOICE! When was the last time you truly rejoiced at something? Where do we seek validation and attention from? What do our lives point to besides Jesus?

THIS WEEK: Although the beginning of this weekend's Gospel could be considered "boring" at first glance, it's extremely significant.

THIS WEEK: Can you believe Advent is here? This week we provide some practical tips on how to make this the best Advent ever.

THIS WEEK: A recap of the Men's Retreat weekend, and a look ahead at Thanksgiving plans and the Feast of Christ the King. How can we bold as adults and stand up for what is right?