Father Simon Says

Daily Bible Study-Fr. Simon talks about the Gospel and shepherds and the gate and to learn the vocabulary of the Holy Spirit.  Also talks about the Gentiles from the 1st reading and the covenant Fr. Simon’s answers letters about extraordinary ministers, ordinary and extraordinary forms of the mass Word of the Day-Pipto  & Mister  Caller Question-What to do when I pray and pray and nothing’s happening? Caller Question-How to talk to a non-Catholic friend about the Book of Revelation? Caller Question-Should I get an annulment? Caller Question-What to do about things sent in the mail from Catholic organizations that include relics and Catholic items.    

Daily Bible Study-Fr. Simon about how most Americans are not a member of organized religion and looks at the 1st reading about the conversion of Saul Fr. Simon’s answers letters about Jesus and the Jewish Roots of the Eucharist,  Orthodoxy, Abortion Word of the Day-Paul  Caller Question-About John 6 “I am the Bread of Life?” Caller Question-When the priest consecrates the host, could I repeat the words? Caller Question-What do you think about Eucharistic Ministers?

Daily Bible Study-Fr. Simon talks about the 1st reading as Philip the Deacon meets the Ethiopian Eunuch.  Fr. Simon gives a little history of the Ethiopian Church Fr. Simon’s answers letters about Syria in the Gospels and Fascism Word of the Day-Manna  Caller Question-About the Greek in “Jesus answered and said to them” Caller Question-Was Judas at the Last Supper? Caller Question-Was there meat at the Last Supper?

Daily Bible Study-Fr. Simon talks about the martyrdom of Stephen, who Saul was at the time, spiritual warfare Fr. Simon’s answers letters about being in the world but not of the world, those who are pro-choice, the spelling of “gnashing” Caller Question-Could we color code Bibles? Caller Comment-About Spiritual Warfare Caller Question-What does the word “Zion” mean? Word of the Day-“Children of Israel”  Caller Comment-How Paul worked for a living as a tentmaker Caller Question-About someone and if she could go to confession?  Also about Emotional Freedom technique Caller Question-About children being Eucharist Caller Question-About Jesus and the Sacraments

Daily Bible Study-Fr. Simon talks who the elders are, how Bishops came about and their role, God’s mercy, abortion as the central issue of our times Fr. Simon’s answers letters about the cleaning of Jesus’ body after he died, sins and baptism, soap dispensers in place of holy water Word of the Day-Nashing  Caller Question-About going to confession and not being in a sacramental marriage Caller Comment-Shares how he’s still regretting the abortion he was involved in 47 years ago.  

Daily Bible Study-Fr. Simon explains today’s first reading about signs and wonders, who the Synagogue of Freedmen were, money affecting the Temple.  Fr. Simon then discusses the Gospel how Jesus tells the truth unflinchingly and about having to trust in Him. Fr. Simon’s answers letters about a valid confession, the Latin vulgate, the Zadoks and Sadducees, the Trinity, Word of the Day-Freedmen  Caller Question-Did Mary have to be redeemed? Caller Question-Clarification about binding on earth and binding on heaven? Caller Question-How do lovingly trust our Shepherd when we see things that are wrong?

Daily Bible Study- Fr. Simon explains today’s gospel reading, the story of the loaves and fishes.   Caller Question – Does Satin believe in God? Caller Question – What do Protestants receive at there communion? Word of the Day – Wicker Baskets/Barley Bread Caller Question – What’s the difference between the Holy Spirit in the Gospel of John vs the Acts of the Apostles?

Daily Bible Study- Fr. Simon explains today’s gospel reading and how to know that God is trustworthy.   Word of the Day – Infuriated Caller Question – Is there a correct kind of scapular Catholics should buy and wear? Caller Question – Why do Catholics have the Corpus on the Cross? Caller Question – Will the Devil show up on the day of our judgement? Caller Question – Is there a special feast day for Mary Queen of Angels?

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?