Audio Divina

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Synopsis

Audio Divina, is a Lectio-Divina styled reflection on the upcoming Sunday's gospel, presented by world-renowned biblical scholar Rev. Professor Francis J. Moloney SDB AM.The podcast offers a fantastic resource to those who are studying, or simply hunger for the gift that comes from listening and understanding the Word of God.Presented in a medium easily accessible to all ages in the modern world, it is a perfect example of Don Bosco's teaching that ministry must be presented to the young in a realm and a method that they can understand.New episodes will be released each Wednesday of the week reflection on the coming Sunday's gospel.Produced and Published by the Salesians of Don Bosco - Australia-Pacific

Episodes

  • Reward from your Father in Heaven - Ash Wednesday

    03/03/2025 Duration: 14min

    Ash Wednesday: Jesus instructs his disciples to focus upon the God who makes sense of life and love, rather than themselves and their glory. Presented by world-renowned biblical scholar Rev. Professor Francis J. Moloney SDB AM, Audio Divina, is a Lectio-Divina styled reflection on the gospel for Ash Wednesday Gospel Reading: Matthew 6:1-6, 16-18 This week’s readers are Julia and Dino Narrated and Produced by Br Jeff Miller SDB For more information visit: www.salesians.org.au/info/audiodivina

  • Practice what you preach - 8th Sunday of the Year

    25/02/2025 Duration: 13min

    Practice what you preach: Called to live a radical questioning of the establishment compassionately, Jesus closes his Sermon on the Plain by asking that we be authentic, the we be what we are, genuine Christians who try to live and love as Jesus Christ. By practicing what we preach, we show that the true disciple is always like her or his teacher. Presented by world-renowned biblical scholar Rev. Professor Francis J. Moloney SDB AM, Audio Divina, is a Lectio-Divina styled reflection on the gospel for the 8th Sunday of the Year, Year C. Gospel Reading: Luke 6:39-45 This week’s readers are Declan and Bridie Narrated and Produced by Br Jeff Miller SDB For more information visit: www.salesians.org.au/info/audiodivina

  • Sermon 2: Be compassionate - 7th Sunday of the Year

    18/02/2025 Duration: 16min

    Sermon 2. Be compassionate: The radical nature of Jesus' preaching in his blessings and woes continues. He next instructs us on how we are to live the radical nature of God's new order: be compassionate as God is compassionate. This may appear weak, but it is the strongest way of all - reflecting God's own never-failing compassion for all, despite our many failures. Presented by world-renowned biblical scholar Rev. Professor Francis J. Moloney SDB AM, Audio Divina, is a Lectio-Divina styled reflection on the gospel for the 7th Sunday of the Year, Year C. Gospel Reading: Luke 6:27-38 This week’s readers are Romina and Tristan Narrated and Produced by Br Jeff Miller SDB For more information visit: www.salesians.org.au/info/audiodivina

  • Sermon 1: The new Order - 6th Sunday of the Year

    11/02/2025 Duration: 13min

    Sermon 1: The new Order: Jesus' ministry began with the call of the disciples. He next establishes his Twelve Apostles, his future missionaries, comes down onto a plain with them, and preaches to all who come to him, including the Gentiles. Jesus' blessings and woes establish a new order in which those least favoured are seen as closest to God, and challenges all Christians never to submit to the absolutes of a society built on power and possessions. Presented by world-renowned biblical scholar Rev. Professor Francis J. Moloney SDB AM, Audio Divina, is a Lectio-Divina styled reflection on the gospel for the 6th Sunday of the Year, Year C. Gospel Reading: Luke 6:17, 20-26 This week’s readers are Georgina and Michael Narrated and Produced by Br Jeff Miller SDB For more information visit: www.salesians.org.au/info/audiodivina

  • Simon the sinner becomes Peter the disciple - 5th Sunday of the Year

    04/02/2025 Duration: 15min

    Simon the sinner becomes Peter the disciple: Jesus' word attracts so many people that he must take refuge and preach from a boat. Simon the fisherman wonders about Jesus' command to put out the nets, but does what Jesus asks. After the rich haul of fish, Simon the sinner recognises his need for Jesus, and Jesus establishes him as Simon Peter, a disciple who will have authority to seek out other followers for Jesus. Presented by world-renowned biblical scholar Rev. Professor Francis J. Moloney SDB AM, Audio Divina, is a Lectio-Divina styled reflection on the gospel for the 4th Sunday of the Year, Year C. Gospel Reading: Luke 5:1-11 This week’s readers are Lauren and Finnian Narrated and Produced by Br Jeff Miller SDB For more information visit: www.salesians.org.au/info/audiodivina

  • A scheme of Jesus' mission and destiny - 4th Sunday of the Year

    01/02/2025 Duration: 12min

    A scheme of Jesus' mission and destiny: Directly related to Jesus' proclamation of God's year of favour last Sunday, not all are happy. Who does Jesus think he is? The people in Nazareth know his family. Jesus is not surprised by this rejection. He shows how God has worked through two Gentiles, a widow from Sidon, and Naaman the Syrian. Outraged, they try to kill him. As at the end of his life, Jesus passes through the threat of death. His journey has begun. He will never come back to Nazareth. Presented by world-renowned biblical scholar Rev. Professor Francis J. Moloney SDB AM, Audio Divina, is a Lectio-Divina styled reflection on the gospel for the 4th Sunday of the Year, Year C. Gospel Reading: Luke 4:21-30 This week’s readers are Giselle and David Narrated and Produced by Br Jeff Miller SDB For more information visit: www.salesians.org.au/info/audiodivina

  • Luke's design and the Year of Favour - 3rd Sunday of the Year

    21/01/2025 Duration: 14min

    Luke's design and the Year of Favour: The Year of Luke opens with a self-portrait of Luke, a third generation Christian, writing his story of Jesus for a Gentile world. The action begins in Jesus' hometown, Nazareth. In the Synagogue he points to himself as the Messiah who will bring in God's Good News and God's loving presence for those most in need. Presented by world-renowned biblical scholar Rev. Professor Francis J. Moloney SDB AM, Audio Divina, is a Lectio-Divina styled reflection on the gospel for the 3rd Sunday of the Year, Year C. Gospel Reading: Luke 1:1-4; 4:14-21 This week’s readers are Anna and Duc Narrated and Produced by Br Jeff Miller SDB For more information visit: www.salesians.org.au/info/audiodivina

  • Do whatever he tells you - Second Sunday of the Year

    14/01/2025 Duration: 15min

    Do whatever he tells you: The Gospel reading for today, chosen from the Gospel of John, reports Jesus' first public act in that Gospel. Despite the challenge that Jesus issues to her, the Mother of Jesus sets "the hour" of Jesus in motion. Because others accepts her command: "Do whatever he tells you," the glory of God's presence in Jesus is seen, and the disciples believe. But "the hour" has only begun, as has our year with the Gospel story of Jesus. Presented by world-renowned biblical scholar Rev. Professor Francis J. Moloney SDB AM, Audio Divina, is a Lectio-Divina styled reflection on the gospel for the 2nd Sunday of the Year, Year C. Gospel Reading: John 2:1-11 This week’s readers are Jennifer and Michael Narrated and Produced by Br Jeff Miller SDB For more information visit: www.salesians.org.au/info/audiodivina

  • The Mightier One has Come - The Baptism of the Lord

    07/01/2025 Duration: 14min

    The Mightier One has Come: This Sunday marks the end of the Christmas celebrations and the beginnings of the Ordinary Sundays of the Year. We continue to read Luke's Gospel, as John the Baptist points away from himself to "the mightier one." He brings the fire and the Holy Spirit that will accompany us on our journey through the year to come. Presented by world-renowned biblical scholar Rev. Professor Francis J. Moloney SDB AM, Audio Divina, is a Lectio-Divina styled reflection on the gospel for the Baptism of the Lord, Year C. Gospel Reading: Luke 3:15-16, 21-22 This week’s readers are Lisa and Thomas Narrated and Produced by Br Jeff Miller SDB For more information visit: www.salesians.org.au/info/audiodivina

  • God's Revelation to the World - Feast of the Epiphany

    31/12/2024 Duration: 14min

    God's Revelation to the World: The figures of wise men who come from the east represent the coming of the whole world to worship Jesus. The figures of Herod and his wise men represent those who reject Jesus as Messiah. This is not only the celebration God's saving presence to all peoples, but also a challenge to those of us who know the truth, but do not live it out with courage. Presented by world-renowned biblical scholar Rev. Professor Francis J. Moloney SDB AM, Audio Divina, is a Lectio-Divina styled reflection on the gospel for the Feast of the Epiphany, Year C. Gospel Reading: Matthew 2:1-12 This week’s readers are Jennifer and Issac Narrated and Produced by Br Jeff Miller SDB For more information visit: www.salesians.org.au/info/audiodivina

  • Busy with the affairs of my Father - The Holy Family

    24/12/2024 Duration: 12min

    Busy with the affairs of my Father: The final epsiode of Luke's story of Jesus' infancy is the only place where Jesus speaks. His parents' concerns over his loss are challenged by his response that he must now be in the house of his Father, and about the affairs of his Father. The story of Jesus' ministry can now begin. Mary treasures all these things in her heart, waiting and accepting God's design for her family and her Son. Presented by world-renowned biblical scholar Rev. Professor Francis J. Moloney SDB AM, Audio Divina, is a Lectio-Divina styled reflection on the gospel for The Holy Family, Year C. Gospel Reading: Luke 2:41-52 This week’s readers are Pat and Maria Narrated and Produced by Br Jeff Miller SDB For more information visit: www.salesians.org.au/info/audiodivina

  • The Word became Flesh - Christmas Morning

    23/12/2024 Duration: 13min

    The Word became Flesh: The Prologue to the Gospel of John is among the most profound passages in the Bible. It tells of the pre-existent union of love between God and the Word, the Word's saving gifts of light and life, and our ambiguous response. But the Word is Jesus Christ who dwelt among us, showing us the wonderful presence of God's saving truth. Those who accept that truth become children of God. Presented by world-renowned biblical scholar Rev. Professor Francis J. Moloney SDB AM, Audio Divina, is a Lectio-Divina styled reflection on the gospel for Christmas Morning, Year C. Gospel Reading: John 1:1-18 This week’s readers are Ben and Bronwyn Narrated and Produced by Br Jeff Miller SDB For more information visit: www.salesians.org.au/info/audiodivina

  • Swaddling cloths and a manger on the road - Christmas Night

    22/12/2024 Duration: 13min

    Swaddling cloths and a manger on the road: Luke's account of a birth of Jesus, as with the appearance of John the Baptist, is fixed in a given time and place. But it is surrounded by the symbols of swaddling cloths, only used for a king, a manger, from which Israel should be nourished, recognition by the simplest of people, the Shepherds, and the heavenly proclamation of God's glory. Jesus is born on a journey, for a journey. Presented by world-renowned biblical scholar Rev. Professor Francis J. Moloney SDB AM, Audio Divina, is a Lectio-Divina styled reflection on the gospel for Christmas Night, Year C. Gospel Reading: Luke 2:1-4 This week’s readers are Luc and Miranda Narrated and Produced by Br Jeff Miller SDB For more information visit: www.salesians.org.au/info/audiodivina

  • Why should we be honoured? - 4th Sunday of Advent

    17/12/2024 Duration: 11min

    Why should we be honoured? Two mothers meet, as Mary visits Elizabeth. Elizabeth and the child she is carrying salute the greatness of Mary, a greatness that has been bestowed on her because she has "believed that the promise made her would be fulfilled" (Luke 1:45) Presented by world-renowned biblical scholar Rev. Professor Francis J. Moloney SDB AM, Audio Divina, is a Lectio-Divina styled reflection on the gospel for the Fourth Sunday of Advent, Year C. Gospel Reading: Luke 1:39-44 This week’s readers are Alex and Rosa Narrated and Produced by Br Jeff Miller SDB For more information visit: www.salesians.org.au/info/audiodivina

  • What must we do? - 3rd Sunday of Advent

    10/12/2024 Duration: 14min

    What must we do?: Continuing his ministry of preparation for the Lord, John the Baptist instructs the people, the tax-collectors, and the soldiers, that they are to do justly what they have always done. However, a new era is coming that will be marked by the inspirational presence of the Spirit, and the fiery division of good and bad. Presented by world-renowned biblical scholar Rev. Professor Francis J. Moloney SDB AM, Audio Divina, is a Lectio-Divina styled reflection on the gospel for the Third Sunday of Advent, Year C. Gospel Reading: Luke 3:10-18 This week’s readers are Jacqui and Carlos Narrated and Produced by Br Jeff Miller SDB For more information visit: www.salesians.org.au/info/audiodivina

  • Prepare the Way of the Lord - 2nd Sunday of Advent

    03/12/2024 Duration: 11min

    Prepare the Way of the Lord: The great figure of Advent, John the Baptist, set in a time and place in the history of humankind, proclaims a time of preparation for the Lord, and the sight of the salvation of God in the one who is coming. Presented by world-renowned biblical scholar Rev. Professor Francis J. Moloney SDB AM, Audio Divina, is a Lectio-Divina styled reflection on the gospel for the Second Sunday of Advent, Year C. Gospel Reading: Luke 3:1-6 This week’s readers are John and Paige Narrated and Produced by Br Jeff Miller SDB For more information visit: www.salesians.org.au/info/audiodivina

  • The two advents of Jesus - 1st Sunday of Advent

    26/11/2024 Duration: 13min

    The two advents of Jesus: The first Sunday of Advent does not focus upon the coming of Jesus at Christmas time, but on the final coming of Jesus at the end of all time. This Gospel reading catches a central element of the Advent Season: the two comings of Christ, and the need to live well the in-between-time. Presented by world-renowned biblical scholar Rev. Professor Francis J. Moloney SDB AM, Audio Divina, is a Lectio-Divina styled reflection on the gospel for the First Sunday of Advent, Year C. Gospel Reading: Luke 21:25-28, 34-36 This week’s readers are Pat and Geselle Narrated and Produced by Br Jeff Miller SDB For more information visit: www.salesians.org.au/info/audiodivina

  • I am a King - Jesus Christ-Universal King

    19/11/2024 Duration: 13min

    I am a King: The final Sunday of Year B is dedicated to Jesus' universal kingship. As we have seen throughout our reflections on the Gospel of Mark, Jesus lays no claim to be a king who exercises worldly power. On trial for his life in the Gospel of John, he tells Pontius Pilate that he has come with a royal message. God loves us without condition. Those who belong to his kingdom are drawn into that love. Presented by world-renowned biblical scholar Rev. Professor Francis J. Moloney SDB AM, Audio Divina, is a Lectio-Divina styled reflection on the gospel for Christ the King of Ordinary Time, Year B. Gospel Reading: John 18:33-37 This week’s readers are Trezur and Sarah Narrated and Produced by Br Jeff Miller SDB For more information visit: www.salesians.org.au/info/audiodivina

  • My words will not pass away

    12/11/2024 Duration: 13min

    My words will not pass away: We hear words from the Jesus of the Gospel of Mark for the last time in Year B. Writing to Christians who thought that the end was near, he insists that before that happens, the Gospel must be preached to the ends of the earth. But the end will come. We must be able to read the signs of the times, not knowing when it will take place, but certain that it will take place. Presented by world-renowned biblical scholar Rev. Professor Francis J. Moloney SDB AM, Audio Divina, is a Lectio-Divina styled reflection on the gospel for the 33rd Sunday of Ordinary Time, Year B. Gospel Reading: Mark 13:24-32 This week’s readers are Rose and John Narrated and Produced by Br Jeff Miller SDB For more information visit: www.salesians.org.au/info/audiodivina

  • She has given her whole life

    05/11/2024 Duration: 12min

    She has given her whole life: Following Jesus' encounter with a Scribe who accepts the centrality of the love commandment, Jesus attacks "the scribes" who pretend to be religious, but harm the poor of this world. One of the latter, a widow, shows the way of true discipleship. She gives her all, her very life. Presented by world-renowned biblical scholar Rev. Professor Francis J. Moloney SDB AM, Audio Divina, is a Lectio-Divina styled reflection on the gospel for the 31st Sunday of Ordinary Time, Year B. Gospel Reading: Mark 12:38-44 This week’s readers are Michael and Steph Narrated and Produced by Br Jeff Miller SDB For more information visit: www.salesians.org.au/info/audiodivina

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