Shows
The Family of Saint Sharbel PodcastsThe Divine Liturgy - Part 2In this podcast, Chorbishop Seely Beggiani delves into the structure of the Maronite liturgy. He highlights the unique preparation process that differentiates Maronite liturgy from others. This includes purification, petitions, and incense. He explains that in early Christian liturgies, there was a separation between the Liturgy of the Word and the Liturgy of the Eucharist.Chorbishop Beggiani discusses how the role of the Holy Spirit is emphasized, particularly during the consecration of bread and wine. Calling down the Holy Spirit is seen as crucial for transforming the elements into the body and blood of Christ....2023-10-2749 min
The Family of Saint Sharbel PodcastsThe Divine Liturgy - Part 1In this first part of a two-part podcast series, Chorbishop Seely Beggiani focused on explaining what liturgy is and why the Maronite liturgy is structured the way it is. He began by emphasizing that throughout history, the relationship between God and people has been seen as a communal endeavor. Liturgy, therefore, is the collective response of a community to God's invitation and a way for people to connect with each other and with God. The Maronite liturgy, originating from the Antiochian Church and the Church of the East, places specific emphasis on certain aspects of w...2023-08-2442 min
The Family of Saint Sharbel PodcastsSyriac Spirituality - Part 4In this fourth part of Chorbishop Seely Beggiani’s lecture on Syriac spirituality, he continues his discussion on the importance of understanding human beings as created in the image and likeness of God. He emphasizes that the Syriac writers believed this aspect of human nature to be fundamental from the moment of creation, not just after the fall of Adam. Therefore, Syriac spirituality centers on the idea that human beings possess a spark of God within them from the very beginning. The process of spirituality, according to Syriac thought, involves growing up from the moment of...2023-08-1748 min
The Family of Saint Sharbel PodcastsSyriac Spirituality - Part 3In this third part about Syriac spirituality, Chorbishop Seely Beggiani further explores the theme of spirituality and delves into the idea of achieving a harmonious balance between our spiritual and physical sides. He emphasizes that we, as human beings, are unique in having both a body and a soul, and it is essential to find harmony between these aspects to lead a fulfilling spiritual life. Chorbishop Bejjiani refers to the Syriac view that human beings are created with bodies and are intended to have bodies even in the afterlife. He draws parallels with the resurrected J...2023-08-0339 min
The Family of Saint Sharbel PodcastsSyriac Spirituality - Part 2In this second part about Syriac spirituality, Chorbishop Seely Beggiani discusses the context of spirituality and the goal of human fulfillment. He emphasizes that God created us out of love to share His love and reflects Himself in His creation. The spiritual journey involves reaching a state of peace and fulfillment by expressing love towards all of God's creation, especially other human beings. The discussion touches on the three levels of human existence: body, soul, and spirit. The challenge is to restore the harmony between body, soul, and spirit, which is the focus of the spiritual life. 2023-07-2649 min
The Family of Saint Sharbel PodcastsSyriac Spirituality - Part 1In this first part of a four-part podcast series, Chorbishop Seely Beggiani reflects on how to understand spirituality in the Christian and Syriac Maronite traditions when spirituality has become a popular and generic term in today's world. He explains that spirituality is a process of maturing as a Christian, beginning with the decision of faith and the grace of faith, which involves understanding God's communication through Scripture and maturing in faith. He underscores the importance of making a conscious decision to live one's life in the presence of a gracious God, and emphasizes that baptism is...2023-07-2247 min
The Family of Saint Sharbel PodcastsMaronite Liturgical Year - Part 2In this second part of the lecture on the “Maronite Liturgical Year” by Chorbishop Seely Beggiani, given in 2019 at Our Lady of Lebanon Maronite Church in Washington, DC, he discusses the significance of the Maronite liturgical year and its relevance to Catholics. He explains that the liturgical year allows believers to deepen their understanding of their faith and celebrates the events that have been handed down to them.Chorbishop Beggiani highlights three approaches in dealing with the liturgical year, discusses the meaning of the Resurrection and Pentecost, explores the significance of the Feast of the Holy Cross, and...2023-06-2250 min
The Family of Saint Sharbel PodcastsMaronite Liturgical Year - Part 1Part one of a two-part lecture on the “Maronite Liturgical Year” by Chorbishop Seely Beggiani, given in 2019 at Our Lady of Lebanon Maronite Church in Washington, DC.In this lecture, Chorbishop Beggiani explores the richness of the Maronite liturgical year and the hidden gems within its traditions and acknowledges that while many of us are familiar with the main events of the liturgical year, we often overlook the deeper context and unique elements found in the Maronite and Syriac traditions.Chorbishop Beggiani takes the audience through the texts of the missal, highlighting ideas that are spec...2023-06-2056 min