Father Simon Says

Daily Bible Study-Fr. Simon talks about the beginnings of the Book of Tobit and the Pharisees and Herodians in today’s Gospel. Fr. Simon answers letters about Pentecost, suicide, figs, prayer of “rest in peace” Word of the Day- Church  Caller Question-About “Baptism in the Holy Spirit” and the Charismatic Renewal Caller Question-Which Disciple was beheaded? Caller Question-About confession

Fr. Simon discusses the readings from Sirach and Mark Fr looks at the beauty of the temple Jesus curses the fig tree and cleanses the temple Word of the Day: Grievance Letters: Q on Pentecost Observances Q on Montanism Baptism by immersion Is Catholicism for or against acupuncture? Callers: Linda’s friend committed suicide and is concerned for their soul Loretta: are psychoactive drugs in the Bible? Evon: the world needs the Mass more than the sun?

Daily Bible Study-Fr. Simon talks about Bartimaeus’ story in the Gospels Fr. Simon answers letters about forgiveness, authority, grief Word of the Day- Sacrifice   Caller Question-Was male genetic material used in conception of Jesus? Caller Question-Generational Healing in light of San Jose shooting?

Daily Bible Study-Fr. Simon talks about the Book of Sirach and its significance.  He talks about the Gospel where James and John are asking to be at the right hand of God.  Fr. Simon also discusses  Baptism. Fr. Simon answers letters about Tobit and the Angels, about what Bible to use, Didache, Consecration Word of the Day- Ecclesia Caller Question-Why don’t priests tell their conversion stories Caller Question-Is it possible that I saw the ghost of my dad? Caller Question-About the soldier who said, “Truly is the Son of God?” Caller Question-Do you approve the “Action Bible?”

Daily Bible Study-Fr. Simon talks about the word of God and its authority and why certain books are in the Bible.  Also about observing the commandments in Sirach. He talks about the Gospel Fr. Simon answers letters about Democratic Socialism, the Devil and Fear, St. Michael prayer, wife missing mass due to work in hospital. intelligent life in space, following the Devil, the word Catholic Word of the Day- Covenant  Caller Question-Color of the robe when Jesus was crowned w/thorns ? Caller Question-About adoration and spending an hour with the Lord  

Daily Bible Study-Fr. Simon talks about the beginnings of Original Sin and how Mary is the Mother of the Church Fr. Simon answers letters about the Hail Mary and the Orthodox,  a family argument, The pillars, getting a 2nd chance in life, Word of the Day- Life  Caller Question-About the Presentation of the Lord Caller Question-About relationship with my father Caller Question-Son is going to use IVF and advice?

Daily Bible Study-Fr. Simon talks about the Temple and Paul meets Festus who talks about Paul to King Agrippa and Bernice.  He also talks about the Gospel and sacrificial love with Peter. Fr. Simon answers letters about the Russian-Greek Orthodoxy, Civil War, Accepting Christ but being Jewish, Word of the Day- Until Caller Question-Is there religion in heaven?  Also to help answer the question, here’s the video: The Veil Removed Caller Question-Dates for Easter and Passover? Caller Question-Tips for me being new to the spiritual life Caller Question-About James and John Caller Question-Orthodox say “Holy Mary Mother of God”?

Daily Bible Study-Fr. Simon talks about the Gospel of John and who it was written for.  Also talks about how to disagree and telling the truth with love. He discusses Paul and the Sanhedrin and the Sadducees and Pharisees. Fr. Simon answers letters about Holy Day of Obligation on Ascension and following home diocese or diocese where you are,  the Civil War and states succeeding,  converting to Orthodoxy Word of the Day-Fish  Caller Question-Can you get married on an Holy Day of Obligation? Caller Question-Being a last minute Confirmation sponsor? Caller Question-Why is there an INRI on the cross?

Daily Bible Study-Fr. Simon talks about Paul’s speech to bishops in Miletus and what the Presbyterate is during that time.  Also, how the Bible is the vocabulary of the Holy Spirit. Fr. Simon answers letters about sin and the Devil Word of the Day-Evil One  Caller Question-About the Eucharistic Fast? Caller Question-About Jesus’ Public Ministry?

Daily Bible Study-Fr. Simon talks about the significance of Ephesus and how Paul caused a riot there.   He discusses if Paul actually heard the preaching of Jesus. Fr. Simon explains tribalism and its problems Fr. Simon answers letters about predestination and Judas, Mary absorbed in prayer, Ascension on Sunday, Holy Spirit, Relics of St. Francis Word of the Day- Glorified  Caller Question-Question about Revelation 2:4 and about the Nicolaitians Caller Question-About playing music in a cemetery? Caller Question-Receiving the Eucharist but marriage not blessed by the Church Caller Question-Can I join a born-again choir? Caller Question-About a friend mislead by the occult?

Daily Bible Study-Fr. Simon talks about how Paul meets disciples and baptizing them in the Holy Spirit.  He also talks about disciples of John the Baptist and speaking in tongues. Fr. Simon answers letters about hope, why did Jesus begin his ministry at age 30, Jesus as the shepherd and the lamb, about confession Word of the Day- Courage & Conquest  Caller Question-About making Ascension and Pentecost more important? Caller Question-How to get someone to baptize their kids?

Daily Bible Study-Fr. Simon talks about St. Matthias becoming an Apostle and replacing Judas.  He talks about the process in choosing St. Matthias, and the Episcopate. Fr. Simon answers letters about Elvis Presley  and the Rosary; about scheduling immoral surgeries; hypnosis; sad in heaven if loved ones not there; son having a baby w/surrogate mother and he’s with another man.  Fr. also talks about his 46th Priestly Anniversary! Word of the Day- Commandment  Caller Question-Why does scripture say 120 “persons”  instead 120 “people” Caller Question-Could I go to a wedding of Orthodox people? Caller Question-When could my husband go to Communion? Caller Question-What was the most memorable mass you celebrated? Caller Question-Difference between an Apostle and Disciple?

Daily Bible Study-Fr. Simon talks about why not celebrating the Ascension today (in most of the USA), importance of Sunday, Expulsion of Jews from Corinth and Paul telling the Jews he’s going to the Gentiles Fr. Simon answers letters about confession, Greek Literature and Zeus, Jesus speaking about money, Assemblies of God Word of the Day- Weeping, Mourning, Grieving  Caller Question-About “No one has ever seen God”? Caller Question-About the unpronounceable name of God    

Daily Bible Study-Fr. Simon talks about what the Areopagus is, Paul speaking to the Greeks about Jesus’ resurrection, and doesn’t convert many. Fr. Simon answers letters about the natures of Christ, ending the life of a dog Word of the Day-Glorify   Caller Question-Why the Book of Enoch is not in the Bible? Caller Question-About Spiritual Communion? Caller Question-About the Good Thief and going to Paradise? Caller Question-Can the souls in purgatory pray for us? Caller Question-Can the devil read our minds?  

Daily Bible Study-Fr. Simon talks about how Paul and Silas were arrested and their escape from jail and how God is love Fr. Simon answers letters about the Church Hierarchy, how he was born a month late, Theophilus and Jesus’ birth Word of the Day-Strangle  Caller Question-Question about a feeding tube in hospice care Caller Question-About the Son and the Holy Spirit Caller Question-The mass is Satanic and Cannibalism  

Daily Bible Study-Fr. Simon talks about a lady that asked him about her son wanting to become a woman and also marriage is between a man and a woman.  He also talks about the word “love” and it’s connection to sacrifice. Fr. Simon answers letters about evangelism and the saving knowledge, guardian angels personality Word of the Day-Paraclete  Caller Question-Before Jesus was born, was there only a Father and the Holy Spirit? Caller Question-What happened to the Last Gospel at the end of Mass Caller Question-Can the Devil become an angel to trick us? Caller Question-How to respond to questions about the Rapture?

Daily Bible Study-Fr. Simon talks about the brethren of the Lord and authority of the Church Fr. Simon answers letters about what “shmooze” means, adoration Word of the Day-Visitation Caller Question-How could God let the Jews suffer in WWII? Caller Question-About my transgender son?

Daily Bible Study-Fr. Simon talks about the Gospel passage regarding Jesus and the vines and how God does his best work in what he takes away Fr. Simon answers letters about Joshua,  the High Priest. Fr. Simon talks about genders, Yiddish Word of the Day-Presbyter Caller Question-About the priesthood Caller Question-What are the age of the prophets?

Daily Bible Study-Fr. Simon talks about the Gospel how Jesus is bringing peace and how he’s a humble God.  He also talks about hardship. Fr. Simon’s answers letters about covenants, daughter marrying an Atheist, annulments, getting buried on sacred ground, Jesus is son of man, communion, Caller Question-Question about confession and absolution Caller Question-Daughter is very interested in marrying someone who wants to become an Anglican priest? Word of the Day-Leader Caller Question-Getting buried next to my wife at a non-Catholic cemetery Caller Question-Where was Mary during the Resurrection?  

Daily Bible Study-Fr. Simon talks about today’s first reading on how many people saw Jesus after the resurrection.  Also, how Paul emphasized the order and hierarchy.  Fr. Simon talks about the Gospel how Jesus is the way Fr. Simon’s answers letters about the Book of Revelation, Transgenders Word of the Day-Name Caller Question-Question about Tithing