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The Catholic CouchThe Catholic Church Has A Mental Health Problem: Pope Leo XIV RespondsDOWNLOAD YOUR FREE PRAYER CARD HERE: https://catholic-counseling-institute-2.kit.com/f5ff865d5aIn this powerful episode of The Catholic Couch, Catholic therapist Amber Pilkington responds to Pope Leo XIV’s June prayer intention—calling the global Church to compassion for those suffering with mental and emotional illness.For too long, mental health has been taboo in Catholic circles. But now, the silence is breaking. Pope Leo’s bold prayer offers more than awareness—it offers hope, healing, and a sacred mission.🎙️ In this episode:2025-06-1617 min
On MissionFinance CouncilsFinance Councils in parishes are an advisory group of parishioners who can provide the pastor with financial advice and guidance for operating the parish. Kathy McKinless, of the Diocese of Arlington, Virginia, joins this episode of On Mission with Chris Pierno, Sarah Scalfaro, and Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. to share her experience in the finance field and within dioceses and parishes.Finance councils are required by Canon Law to advise the pastor on financial matters within the parish. Their responsibilities can include budgeting, strategic planning, running financial reports, and maintaining the integrity of internal operations...2025-06-0641 min
Sermons from First Parish Unitarian Universalist of Arlington MassachusettsThe Peace of Trees, by Rev. Fred Small, Guest Minister, worship service Sunday, May 25, 2025Rev. Fred Small, Guest Minister, preaching Worship service given May 25, 2025 Prayer by Bill Licea-Kane, Worship Associate https://firstparish.info/ First Parish A liberal religious community, welcoming to all First gathered 1739 The rush and pressure of modern life are a form, perhaps the most common form, of its innate violence," wrote Trappist monk and peace activist Thomas Merton. "The frenzy of our activism neutralizes our work for peace. . . . It destroys the fruitfulness of our own work, because it kills the root of inner wisdom which makes work fruitful." As we...2025-05-2831 min
The Fem Files09- Francis Farmer Will Have Her RevengeIn this episode of The Fem Files, Grace Bowland dives into the brutal legacy of Frances Farmer. Labeled insane for refusing to comply, Farmer’s story is less about madness and more about misogyny in a white coat. From electroshock “cures” to lobotomy rumors, we trace how brilliance in women gets pathologized, then punished. Sources:https://newsroom.artandwriting.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/Farmer%E2%80%94God-Dies.pdfWilliam Arnold, Shadowland (New York: McGraw-Hill Book Company, 1978); Frances Farmer and Jean Ratcliffe, Will There Really Be a Morning? (New York: Dell Publishing Co., 1972); Frances Farmer...2025-04-1143 min
The Walk Humbly PodcastHoly Year Tour, Virginia March for Life, Project Rachel, and more! #152 On this week's episode, Bishop Burbidge: Congratulates Brian from Nativity Parish in Burke for completing the Holy Year Tour Reflects on the inspiring unity seen at the Virginia March for Life in Richmond on April 2; hear from him and other members of the diocesan faithful in this recap video Highlights the importance of the 2025-04-0723 minSermons from First Parish Unitarian Universalist of Arlington MassachusettsCommunities of Memory, by Rev. Stevie Carmody, Minister of Religious Education, worship service March 9, 2025Rev. Stevie Carmody, Minister of Religious Education, preaching Worship service given March 9, 2025 Time for All Ages performed by Rev. Tricia Brennan, Adjunct Minister, and Sanjay Newton, First Parish Member Prayer by Rev. Marta Morris Flanagan, Lead Minister https://firstparish.info/ First Parish A liberal religious community, welcoming to all First gathered 1739 Traditions, says the late poet John O’Donohue, are the memory of a community. Yet, ‘we’ve always done it this way,’ can sometimes be grounding, and sometimes constricting. Join Rev. Stevie Carmody, as he dons his religiou...2025-03-1738 minSermons from First Parish Unitarian Universalist of Arlington MassachusettsSermon Like a Tree, by Rev. Marta Morris Flanagan, Lead Minister, worship service February 23, 2025Rev. Marta Morris Flanagan, Lead Minister, preaching Worship service given February 23, 2025 Prayer by Rev. Tricia Brennan, Adjunct Minister https://firstparish.info/ First Parish A liberal religious community, welcoming to all First gathered 1739 This Sunday kicks off our annual Stewardship campaign. In her sermon Rev. Marta Flanagan will reflect on getting through in these times. The First Parish Choir along with the First Parish Bell Choir will provide music sustaining to the spirit with guest conductor Michael Bradley. If you would like to prepare for worship with a...2025-02-2433 minSermons from First Parish Unitarian Universalist of Arlington MassachusettsSermon Living With Death, by Rev. Wendy Page, Affiliate Minister, worship service February 16, 2025Rev. Wendy Page, Affiliate Minister, preaching Worship service given February 16, 2025 Prayer by Rev. Tricia Brennan, Adjunct Minister https://firstparish.info/ First Parish A liberal religious community, welcoming to all First gathered 1739 Working as a Hospice Chaplain, Rev. Wendy Page has had the privilege of accompanying patients and their families on their journey toward death. They have shared their hopes and comforts, their beliefs and their fears and have opened their lives to her. Wendy asks, "What can we learn from their vulnerability and their life journeys?" The...2025-02-2025 minSermons from First Parish Unitarian Universalist of Arlington MassachusettsSermon Love in This Moment, by Rev. Marta Morris Flanagan, Lead Minister, worship service February 9, 2025Rev. Marta Morris Flanagan, Lead Minister, leading Worship service given February 9, 2025 Prayer by Bill Licea-Kane, Worship Associate https://firstparish.info/ First Parish A liberal religious community, welcoming to all First gathered 1739 On the Sunday before Valentine's Day, Marta will consider how to practice love in our time and at this chapter in our lives. *Note: This service was not filmed in the Meetinghouse and was only offered live online via Zoom due to inclement weather. Offering and Giving First For February 2025, the Giving...2025-02-1026 minSermons from First Parish Unitarian Universalist of Arlington MassachusettsHeresy Sunday: A Spark Within, by Rev. Stevie Carmody, Minister of Religious Education, worship service February 2, 2025Rev. Stevie Carmody, Minister of Religious Education, leading Worship service given February 2, 2025 Prayer by Rev. Marta Morris Flanagan, Lead Minister https://firstparish.info/ First Parish A liberal religious community, welcoming to all First gathered 1739 In the early twentieth century, Unitarian astronomist Cecilia Payne-Gaposchkin fell in love with the Universe, and followed that spark to a lifetime of discovery. Unitarian Universalists too have long nurtured the divine spark in each of us. Indeed, it’s one of our countercultural “heresies.” Join us for an interactive and engaging Intergenerational Service that explor...2025-02-0332 minSermons from First Parish Unitarian Universalist of Arlington MassachusettsSermon Those Unacknowledged Legislators, by Rev. Dr. Kelly Murphy Mason, Guest Minister, worship service January 26, 2025Rev. Dr. Kelly Murphy Mason, Guest Minister, preaching Worship service given January 26, 2025 Prayer by David Whitford, Worship Associate https://firstparish.info/ First Parish A liberal religious community, welcoming to all First gathered 1739 An important part of the history of these United States is the poetry that our fellow Americans have written about it. What do their poems have to tell us about our country now? If it is true that poets serve as “the unacknowledged legislators of the world”, what national norms are they writing (or righting) for us toda...2025-01-2732 minSermons from First Parish Unitarian Universalist of Arlington MassachusettsSermon Poetry Service, led by Lillian Povey, Worship Associate, worship service December 29, 2024Led by Lillian Povey, Worship Associate Worship service given December 29, 2024 Prayer by Lillian Povey, Worship Associate Reading of "How to Be a Poet" by J.M. Farkas, read by Lillian Povey https://firstparish.info/ First Parish A liberal religious community, welcoming to all First gathered 1739 Join us for our annual Christmas Eve candlelight worship service. Offering and Giving First The Giving First program donates 50% of the non-pledge offering each month to a charitable organization that we feel is consistent with Unitarian Universalist principles. The p...2025-01-0207 minSermons from First Parish Unitarian Universalist of Arlington MassachusettsSermon The Wisdom of the Solstice, led by Rev. Erica Federspiel Richmond, Parish Minister, and Rev. Stevie Carmody, Minister of Religious Education, worship service December 22, 2024Led by Rev. Erica Federspiel Richmond, Parish Minister, and Rev. Stevie Carmody, Minister of Religious Education Worship service given December 22, 2024 "The Solstice Badger," adapted by Rev. Kimberlee Tomczak Carlson from the book by Robin McFadden Prayer by Rev. Marta Morris Flanagan, Lead Minister https://firstparish.info/ First Parish A liberal religious community, welcoming to all First gathered 1739 Join Revs. Erica and Stevie for a holiday worship service for all ages! We will hear a fable acted out by a merry band of children, youth, and adults of all...2024-12-2340 minSermons from First Parish Unitarian Universalist of Arlington MassachusettsSermon The People Speak of Faith, Credo Service, worship service, December 15, 2024Credo Statements from Elizabeth Hunter, Mara Prentiss, and Lyn Fulton-John Worship service given December 15, 2024 Prayer by Rev. Erica Federspiel Richmond, Parish Minister https://firstparish.info/ First Parish A liberal religious community, welcoming to all First gathered 1739 Credo means “I believe" in Latin. Periodically, First Parish invites members to offer personal statements of belief. Based on their personal experience, members speak of what they trust to be true. Worship this Sunday features the credo statements of FIrst Parish Members Elizabeth Hunter, Mara Prentiss, and Lyn Fulton-John. Please join us. ...2024-12-1627 minSermons from First Parish Unitarian Universalist of Arlington MassachusettsSermon Responding to the News, Rev. Marta Morris Flanagan, Lead Minister, preaching, worship service December 8, 2024Rev. Marta Morris Flanagan, Lead Minister, preaching Worship service given December 8, 2024 Prayer by David Whitford, Worship Associate https://firstparish.info/ First Parish A liberal religious community, welcoming to all First gathered 1739 On the second Sunday in Advent Rev. Marta Flanagan, Lead Minister, will consider what we might learn for ourselves today from Mary’s response to the Angel Gabriel. In preparation for Sunday you are welcome to read Luke 1.26-38 and to view the painting “Annunciation,” painted by Raphael Soyer in 1980: https://americanart.si.edu/artwork/annunciation-22746. Offeri...2024-12-0930 minSermons from First Parish Unitarian Universalist of Arlington MassachusettsSermon Plato's Footstool, Rev. Hank Peirce, Guest Minister, preaching, worship service December 1, 2024Rev. Hank Peirce, Guest Minister, preaching Worship service given December 1, 2024 Prayer by Loren Gomez, Worship Associate https://firstparish.info/ First Parish A liberal religious community, welcoming to all First gathered 1739 Plato’s description of the cave illustrates the philosophical roots of our Unitarian Universalist theology. Yet our theology and the way we see the world is changing, what will influence the way we understand our world and our future? What will help us have a new vision of ourselves and the sacred as we move forward? About Rev...2024-12-0227 minSermons from First Parish Unitarian Universalist of Arlington MassachusettsChoosing Love: Music Sunday, led by Dr. Daniel Parsley, Music Director, worship service November 17, 2024Worship service given November 17, 2024 Prayer by Rev. Marta Morris Flanagan, Lead Minister Reading by Dr. Daniel Parsley of "I Choose Love" by Tammy T. Stone Featuring "Five Hebrew Love Songs" by Eric Whitacre, performed by the First Parish Choir and First Parish String Quartet https://firstparish.info/ First Parish A liberal religious community, welcoming to all First gathered 1739 Join us at First Parish in Arlington as we explore the theme of “choosing love”—even when it feels beyond our reach. Through the music of Eric Whitacre’s "Five Hebrew Lo...2024-11-1821 min
The Simple TruthAn Insider’s Look at the Annulment Process (Fr. Michael Duesterhaus) - 10/24/2410/24/24 - Have you ever had a question about annulments, but didn't know who to ask? Today's show is for you! Fr. Michael Duesterhaus was ordained to the priesthood for the Diocese of Arlington in 1991. He spent 27 years, Active and Reserves, as a Naval Chaplain, mostly serving with units of the U.S. Marine Corps. Father has presented over 125 formal cases before Tribunals of seven dioceses of the United States. He is the Parochial Vicar at St. John the Baptist Parish, Front Royal, Virginia.2024-10-2447 min
ORISE FeaturecastImpacting change on Capitol Hill: A conversation with Albert Einstein Distinguished Educator Program FellowsIn this episode of the ORISE Featurecast, host Michael Holtz and guest co-host Amy Szczepanski talk to Albert Einstein Distinguished Educator Fellows who spent their fellowship time on Capitol Hill. They talk about what it's like to work behind the scenes in the nation's seat of power, the people they met, and what they will take back to their communities from their experiences.Steve Robinson was a 2005 Albert Einstein Distinguished Educator Fellow in the office of Senator Barack Obama. During his time as a Senate staffer, he also served as a mentor for students...2024-09-121h 10
An Episcopal Constellation in the Shires of VermontWhat's a little brother to do? - Fr. Jeremy (ECSV: Ep. 56 Arlington)On the Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost, Fr. Jeremy celebrates an infant baptism and wonders alongside the parish what the epistle of James might have to do with it. The scriptural inspiration for this message comes from the epistle of James, chapter 1, verses 17 through 27.2024-09-0410 minSermons from First Parish Unitarian Universalist of Arlington Massachusettssermon Respectfully Yours, by Jitendra Singh, Worship Leader, worship service August 18, 2024Worship service given August 18, 2024 Prayer by Jitendra Singh, Worship Leader https://firstparish.info/ First Parish A liberal religious community, welcoming to all First gathered 1739 I hope to talk about respecting the world around us, people but also other sentient beings, even trees and rocks. Annie Dillard speaks of “teaching a stone to talk.” The Tao Te Ching speaks of “being like water,” to assimilate rather than rise above. Buber speaks of communicating deeply with others’ whole self. Does any of this make sense? Yes, if we embrace the contradictions in life! Duri...2024-08-1928 min
2minutes2virtue19th Sunday of Ordinary Time | feat. Father Ed GuillouxDraw near to our Lord in the blessed sacrament, his body and blood truly present in what looks likes a piece of bread. Go online and see when your parish has adoration or look for your closest adoration chapel and spend time with He who loves us best. Sign up by texting "2m2v" to 84576 to receive the weekly challenge straight to your phone! Subscribe here to receive these 2-minute video reflection straight to your inbox every week. 2024-08-1001 min
WeGoTripSpeightstown: Historic Milestones Audio TourFull Version: Speightstown: Historic Milestones Audio TourEmbark on a fascinating journey through Speightstown, a historic gem that tells tales of its British colonial past mingled with its vibrant present. This self-guided audio tour is crafted for the curious traveler eager to walk through time in the quaint streets of this Bajan town. The tour's path wanders from centuries-old buildings to modern-day landmarks, starting at the architectural wonder of Arlington House and closing at the heartwarming Fisherman's Pub. Along the way, the route unveils hidden stories behind the St. Peter's Parish Church, Speightstown Pier, and a myriad...2024-07-2700 minSermons from First Parish Unitarian Universalist of Arlington Massachusettssermon When Life Feels Like a Greek Tragedy, by Lori Kenschaft, Worship Leader, worship service July 21, 2024Worship service given July 21, 2024 Prayer by Lori Kenschaft, Worship Leader https://firstparish.info/ First Parish A liberal religious community, welcoming to all First gathered 1739 In a classic tragedy, horrible things happen because of the unfolding of a character’s nature. These events may feel surprising or shocking along the way, but in retrospect they appear both predictable and unavoidable. Can this understanding of tragedy help us navigate better the events and dramas of our time? During the summer our worship is led each week by a member of our co...2024-07-2129 minSermons from First Parish Unitarian Universalist of Arlington Massachusettssermon Joy, the Essence of the Soul, by Willa Taber, Guest Speaker, worship service July 14, 2024Worship service given July 14, 2024 Prayer by Wendy Page, Affiliate Minister https://firstparish.info/ First Parish A liberal religious community, welcoming to all First gathered 1739 Join the First Parish Welcoming Congregation Committee to hear a personal story of discovering joy and learning to cultivate an enlivened life no matter your age or circumstance in life. Willa Taber is a resident of Arlington and was a speaker on the Trans Day of Visibility panel this past March. We are delighted to welcome her back to First Parish. During the summer our...2024-07-1515 min
America In The MorningDeadly Storms Rock the Nation, Biden Gives A Memorial Day Address, & Trump Trial Closing Arguments Set to StartToday on America in the Morning Deadly Storms Rock the Nation Nearly two dozen people have died from Memorial Day weekend storms that devastated several states. Correspondent Mike Hempen reports. Biden Gives Memorial Day Address President Biden gave his annual Memorial Day address at Arlington National Cemetary. Correspondent Shelley Adler reports. Nuclear Watchdog Raises Concerns A nuclear watchdog is raising concerns about Iran’s efforts to enrich uranium. Correspondent Norman Hall has details. National Forecast The North...2024-05-2837 min
Living a Culture of LifeExamining Annulment Culture in the Catholic ChurchThere's a crisis of marriage in modern culture, even within the Catholic Church. Marriage rates are down, while annulment rates went up. So, what's going on?In previous episodes, John Clark and Fr. Michael Duesterhaus (a procurator/advocate) both gave their insights about annulment and marriage data. On this episode, they join us for a joint discussion about where we examine annulment culture in the Catholic Church.We also discuss the appeals process and both offer advice for strengthening Catholic marriages. Listen now to find out more about annulments in the Catholic Church!...2024-05-231h 03
Sermons from Trinity Cathedral Portland"Where Is Redemption?" | KyungJa Oh | April 14, 2024"We love diversity, except when it comes to other people." Sermon by guest preacher KyungJa Oh, the first Korean American woman ordained in the Episcopal Church, recorded live at the 10:00am service on Sunday, April 21, 2024.
Part of the Michael B. Curry Distinguished Preachers Series.
About Dr. Oh:
KyungJa Oh (KJ) is a retired Episcopal priest and Emerita Professor in Practical Theology at Bexley Seabury Seminary, Chicago IL. She also serves as a priest associate at St Paul and the Redeemer Episcopal Church in Hyde Park, Chicago. Before joining theological ed...2024-04-2116 min
Faith In Action with Joanne FoxLife-Giving Wounds 2024Dr. Daniel Meola, Co-Founder and President, and Alexander Wolfe, Assistant Director of Family Life, Office of the Diocese of Arlington and National Support Coordinator for Life-Giving Wounds; along with Draw Near's Fred Shellabarger join Faith in Action on Siouxland Catholic Radio. The three educate listeners on the retreat for Life-Giving Wounds Retreat for adult children of divorce which will be held March 15-17 at Mater Dei Parish - Sioux City.Tune in:Monday, February 26, 2024, at 9 a.m. or Saturday, March 2 at 7 p.m. on Siouxland Catholic Radio 88.1 FM; orListen on-demand on our website, YouTube C...2024-02-2643 min
Heartland College Sports: Texas Tech EditionTexas Tech Baseball Season PreviewIt's time to look to baseball as Jackson Moody previews the opening weekend in Arlington. Kyle Robinson, Zane Petty and Jack Washburn are the starters for the weekend. Where does that leave Parish and Rogers? Plus a look at a stacked infield and an outfield that lacks a bit of depth.2024-02-1624 min
Living a Culture of LifeAnnulments Procurator Tells the Story Behind the DataWhy are 90% of annulments granted by the Catholic Church? Can you trust the Tribunal’s decision? Why did annulment numbers increase? Fr. Duesterhaus, a procurator/advocate, has presented many formal cases over the years. On today’s episode, he gives an insider’s look at the annulment process. He also offers insight to the common reasons couples seek annulments. Fr. Michael R. Duesterhaus was ordained to the priesthood for the Diocese of Arlington in 1991. He spent 27 years, Active and Reserves, as a Naval Chaplain, mostly serving with units of the U.S. Marine Corps. Father has pr...2024-02-151h 08
JesuiticalWhy we love the church, with Bishop Donald HyingIf you’re still Catholic, there are presumably things you love about the church. But it can be tempting to focus on the negatives: the scandals, the boring homilies, the lackluster music. This week, Zac and Ashley are doing something a little different: talking about why they love the church with Bishop Donald Hying of Madison, Wis. at a special live recording at St. Thomas Aquinas parish, they discuss:- How Bishop Hying’s love for the church changed when he became a bishop- The saints, the sacraments and the Catholic imagination- Ho...2024-02-0957 minJesuiticalWhat it means to be a “good” or “bad” Catholic in the fight against racismThis week on “Jesuitical,” Zac and Ashley are joined by Matthew Cressler, a scholar of Catholicism and race. Matthew created “Bad Catholics, Good Trouble,” a webcomic series about anti-racism and struggles for justice across American Catholic history, which frames an enlightening discussion about racial justice in the Catholic Church.They discuss:- Institutional and individual Catholic responses to the civil rights movement- The history of white supremacy in American Catholicism- What it means to be a “good” or “bad” Catholic in the face of injusticeIn Signs of the Times, Za...2024-02-0249 minJesuiticalA parish priest’s approach to blessings for same-sex couplesOn December 18, the Vatican’s doctrinal office released “Fiducia Supplicans,” a declaration that allowed priests to give simple or pastoral blessings to couples in irregular situations, including those in same-sex relationships. This week on “Jesuitical,” Father Alex Santora, pastor of Our Lady of Grace and St. Joseph parish in Hoboken, N.J., joins Zac and Ashley to explain how “Fiducia Supplicans” is being received in his parish.They discuss:- Father Santora’s reaction to “Fiducia Supplicans” and how he plans to discuss the declaration and enflesh it in his parish- Taking a pastoral approach...2024-01-1959 minJesuiticalThe Bible passages that formed Pope FrancisThis week on “Jesuitical,” Zac and Ashley welcome John Martens, a professor of theology and director of the Centre for Christian Engagement at St. Mark’s College at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver to shine a light on the Bible passages that have shaped Pope Francis’ papacy.They discuss:- How the Call of Matthew and the Parable of the Good Samaritan shape the pope’s view of a church that is a “field hospital” for sinners- Debates over the connection between justice, truth and mercy- Criticisms of Pope Franci...2024-01-1259 minSermons from First Parish Unitarian Universalist of Arlington Massachusettssermon Family Farm Stories, by Rev. Wendy Page, sermon November 26, 2023Sunday sermon given November 26, 2023 Prayer by Bill Licea-Kane, Worship Associate https://firstparish.info/ First Parish A liberal religious community, welcoming to all First gathered 1739 About the service: An exploration of family land ownership, changing perspective, and reckoning. About Rev. Wendy Page: The Reverend Wendy Page is an Affiliate Minister of First Parish Arlington. She has been a member of First Parish since 1999 and First Parish supported her on her journey into ministry. She is a graduate of Andover Newton Theological School and was ordained in the First Parish Sanctuary...2023-11-2719 minSermons from First Parish Unitarian Universalist of Arlington Massachusettssermon Hello? Answering Grief's Call sermon, by Reverend Erica Richmond, Parish Minister October 29, 2023Sunday Sermon given October 29, 2023 Prayer by Rev. Marta Morris Flanagan, Lead Minister https://firstparish.info/ First Parish A liberal religious community, welcoming to all First gathered 1739 About the service: Autumn is the season of the thin veil, when the border between the living and dead feels porous. This is a time when many religions and cultures recognize death, grief, and loss. Join us on Sunday, as Rev. Erica preaches on these tender and sacred topics. How do we acknowledge our pain and the pain of others? What spiritual practices might help...2023-10-3027 minSermons from First Parish Unitarian Universalist of Arlington Massachusettssermon A Musical Celebration! service honoring Jonathan Colby, October 22, 2023Honoring Director of Music Jonathan Colby, 2014 - 2023 Sunday Service given October 22, 2023 Prayer by David Whitford, Worship Associate https://firstparish.info/ First Parish A liberal religious community, welcoming to all First gathered 1739 About the service: This Sunday is Jonathan Colby's last Sunday as Director of Music at First Parish. Come celebrate Jonathan with music and treats following worship. The service will feature special musical guests and offerings including Will Sherwood on First Parish’s 1869 Hook Organ along with cellist Patrick Chatham. The First Parish Choir will sing two much beloved cho...2023-10-2321 minSermons from First Parish Unitarian Universalist of Arlington Massachusettssermon The Center of Our Faith: Part I by Rev. Marta Flanagan, Lead Minister, October 15, 2023Sunday Sermon given October 15, 2023 Prayer by Loren Gomez, Worship Associate https://firstparish.info/ First Parish A liberal religious community, welcoming to all First gathered 1739 About the Sermon: Unitarian Universalism is a living faith, honoring tradition and evolving over time. The Unitarian Universalist Principles are stated in Article 2 of the bylaws of the Unitarian Universalist Association. The UUA is currently in the process of amending Article 2. Perhaps questions of faith should always be considered and tested by war and peace, life and death, love and loss. Amidst the poignancy and...2023-10-1632 min
Catholic ChicagoMISSION MATTERS -- Youth and MissionMegan hosts a panel discussion on the topic of young people and mission. She talks with two companions in mission: Dcn. Don Grossnickle ministers at Our Lady of the Wayside Parish in Arlington Heights and is the Founder and Executive Director of MicroFinance Alliance Africa Projects Foundation. Br. Peter Lamick is a member of the Viatorians and serves as the Director of Vocation Ministry. Each shares their experience and reflections on how young people engage in mission and service with and for others. By the end, they suggest some practical ideas for how a parish or ministry can engage...2023-10-111h 00Sermons from First Parish Unitarian Universalist of Arlington Massachusettssermon What a Strange Endeavor by Rev. Erica Richmond, Parish Minister, October 8, 2023Sunday Sermon given October 8, 2023 Prayer by Bill Licea-Kane, Worship Associate https://firstparish.info/ First Parish A liberal religious community, welcoming to all First gathered 1739 About the Sermon: There is a Transylvanian story about churches being lit only by the lights people bring. During the Time for All Ages, we will hear this special story and our parish minister, Rev. Erica Richmond, will preach about what strange, quirky, important, and holy work congregations do together. Offering and Giving First For the month of October, half of the offering supports...2023-10-1025 min
Louisiana ConsideredFilling teacher vacancies; why some cases involving enslaved people are still cited as precedentIn the spring of 2021, there were 2,500 teacher vacancies across Louisiana – and by the fall of 2022, the state still had more than 1,200 open positions. Across the state, districts have launched multiple efforts to increase teacher hiring – from bringing educators out of retirement to quick-turnaround teacher training programs.
The Times-Picayune / New Orleans Advocate’s Jefferson Parish reporter, Marie Fazio, tells us about efforts to increase teacher hiring across the state. She’s joined by Baton Rouge high school science teacher Megan Hall, who was recently awarded the District-Level Teacher of the Year award after her first year at Arlington Preparat...2023-10-0424 minSermons from First Parish Unitarian Universalist of Arlington Massachusettssermon The Blizzard of the World by Rev. Marc Fredette, Guest Minister, October 1, 2023Sunday Sermon given October 1, 2023 Prayer by Elizabether Hunter, Worship Associate https://firstparish.info/ First Parish A liberal religious community, welcoming to all First gathered 1739 About the Sermon: Most religious philosophies encourage us to seek the spiritual path by befriending fear. It’s a choice that runs counter to some of our deepest instincts, and yet, if we can accept that we are not in control and also recognize that no one is alone, then perhaps, we can open our hearts to live more compassionately and courageously. About Rev. Marc Fr...2023-10-0227 min
Catholic NewsSeptember 20, 2023A daily news briefing from Catholic News Agency, powered by artificial intelligence. Ask your smart speaker to play “Catholic News,” or listen every morning wherever you get podcasts.
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The blood of the martyr Saint Januarius again liquefied in Naples on Tuesday. The declaration that the miracle had again taken place was made at the start of Mass by Abbot Vincenzo De Gregorio. The archbishop of Naples, Domenico Battaglia, held the relic of the blood, moving the glass ampoules to demonstrate the liquid state of the blood to the sounds of strong applause, while the deputy of the...2023-09-2003 min
Respect Life RadioDr. Paul Chaloux: Dying without fear"If people are fearful (of dying), it's because they don't have a relationship with God and that makes all the difference in the attitude," said Dr. Paul Chaloux, author of the new book "Dying Without Fear."
Dr. Chaloux was a chemical engineer for over 30 years and, in 2015, after earning a master’s degree in religious education from Fordham University and retiring from IBM, Paul was accepted into the PhD program at the Catholic University of America to study Catechetics, with the goal of teaching future catechists. However, his plans changed dramatically when he was diagnosed with early on...2023-08-1427 min
Viatorian Voices: Conversations on the WayExploring God's InvitiationFr. Greg Jones, CSV is a Michigan native. He professed first vows with the Viatorians in 1990, at the age of 40. Greg studied theology and earned an MDiv from Catholic Theological Union in Chicago and then was ordained a priest in 1996. He served in many capacities, including at Saint Viator High School in Arlington Heights, St. Viator Parish in Chicago, and in various campus ministries. Greg is now retired and lives in Tucson, Arizona and continues working with Church charitable outreach and Sacramental celebration. In this episode, Fr. Greg talks about discovering the invitations God has had for him in his...2023-01-0913 min
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He was born in Arlington to Chris and Lambie Renner, the last of their four children. At Bishop O’Connell High School, he participated in soccer, track, the video production club, the pro-life club and the nap club, which he founded. He graduated from the University of Mary Washington and is graduated from Mount St. Mary's Seminary with a Masters of Divinity and a Masters of Moral Theology. He is currently the parochial vicar of St...2022-11-281h 29Catholic ChicagoMISSION MATTERS -- Microfinance and Community Development In UgandaMegan interviews Deacon Don Grossnickle and Deacon Jerry Brennan of Our Lady of the Wayside Parish in Arlington Heights. They share the mission work of Microfinance Alliance Africa Projects Foundation. The MAAP Foundation works to lower maternal and infant mortality rates in Uganda through microfinance projects and collaboration with the local Catholic parishes and clinics in rural areas. In the extended interview, they continue the conversation to talk in more depth about how the MAAP Foundation works on the ground in Uganda and provides opportunities to develop the whole community.2022-09-1530 minCatholic NewsAugust 1, 2022A daily news briefing from Catholic News Agency, powered by artificial intelligence. Ask your smart speaker to play “Catholic News,” or listen every morning wherever you get podcasts.
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Plans are now set for Pope Francis to visit Kazakhstan in September for an interreligious meeting. Kazakhstan President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev announced in April that a papal visit was possible. In his meeting with the media on his return flight from Canada Saturday, Pope Francis confirmed his intention to travel to the Central Asian country from September 13th to 15th, saying, “That wouldn’t be too rigorous a journey.” In Kazakhs...2022-08-0102 min
St. Charles Church TalksBishop Burbidge responds to Supreme Court ruling on abortionBishop Burbidge responds to Supreme Court ruling on abortion ( en español )
For nearly 50 years, our nation has suffered under the enormous weight of a wrongly reasoned Supreme Court decision. Roe v. Wade imposed legalized abortion on all 50 states, effectively denying the electorate the freedom and power to debate and decide the controversial issue. Since that decision, more than 63 million babies have died from the horrible brutality of abortion.
The Supreme Court today has overturned that destructive and profoundly unjust decision and restored to the people the power to enact life-affirming laws in their states an...2022-06-2703 min
Heal, Equip, and Release Podcast: Women set freeDay 4: Holy Spirit Novena with Terry RigginsWelcome to Day 4 of the Holy Spirit Novena! I hope you enjoy today's interview with Terry Riggins, Catholic wife, mother, and parish liaison for the Charismatic Renewal in the Diocese of Arlington, VA. Terry also works closely with Unbound deliverance ministry through personal prayer ministry and also helping to coordinate Unbound prayer meetings and conferences. Her work is changing so many lives!
I know you will be deeply touched as you listen to her share stories of how the Holy Spirit has worked and continues to move and work in her own life and ministry. She bears witness...2022-05-3035 min
HomeTownBetter Together: Three Episcopal Churches Circle Up in Tri-Parish Sponsor CircleIn this episode of HomeTown, we speak with members of Neighbor to Neighbor's own Tri-Parish Sponsor Circle team. This Sponsor Circle consists of three Episcopal parishes who have teamed up together with EMM's Neighbor to Neighbor program to do the critical work of welcome with individuals arriving in their communities. I speak with Embry Howell and Rev. Julianne Buenting from All Souls Episcopal Church in Washington D.C., Jess Sanchez and Lacy Broemel from St. John's Episcopal Church in Lafayette Square, Washington D.C., and Dana Martin from St. Mary’s Episcopal Church in Arlington, VA about their process, experience, an...2022-05-0455 min
NCEA PodcastLeadership, Inclusion & Lenten ReflectionBishop Burbidge discusses how his own Catholic education influenced his experiences as a parish priest, teacher, and bishop in this week’s podcast. He shares why his role as member of the board for the National Catholic Partnership on Disability is so important to him and how the educational ministry for all students in the Diocese of Arlington makes him proud. Finally, he provides insights for reflection during Holy Week. Listen, reflect and be inspired on this week’s NCEA Podcast, sponsored by Petrus Development.2022-04-1430 min
I Saw It On Linden StreetDr. Cyclops (1940)In the jungles of Peru a mad scientist cracks and uses his experimental shrink ray on his unwitting colleges. Tune in as Chris talks Albert Dekker, technicolor, & true crime as the LSCE screens the Ernest B. Schoedsack 1940 classic “Dr Cyclops.” Join us!
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The Catholic Servant Podcast078: How a Loving God Uses Suffering to Perfect Us with Paul ChalouxIn this inspiring episode, Dr. Paul Chaloux shares his personal testimony and his amazing book Why People Suffer: How a Loving God Uses Suffering to Perfect Us. Paul earned a PhD in moral theology and currently teaches theology as an adjunct professor at the Catholic University of America and serves as a catechist at St. Agnes Parish in Arlington, Virginia. He has been married for over thirty years to his wife Sue and they have 4 adult children and 2 granddaughters. 2021-11-1729 min
Thursday Night StreamsThinking About Your Vocation in College w/Derek RogersThings You Learn About Your Vocation in College and Why it Matters!Derek was born and raised outside of Buffalo, NY where he lived on a farm with his family. He met his beautiful wife Bethany while attending Christendom College. After getting married, they started youth ministry programs for their tiny parish before moving to the Diocese of Arlington to serve in youth ministry full time. Since 2010, Derek and Bethany have served as Directors of Youth Ministers at two different parishes and continue to grow their own family of future youth group members. They write and perform...2021-11-1053 min
Restoration Anglican ChurchJune 6, 2021: Restoration Parish MeetingThis is a recording of a Parish Meeting held at Restoration on June 6, 2021. Listen to hear updates on staff changes, our strategic plan, and summer offerings. Head over to restorationarlington.org to learn more about Restoration Anglican Church. We're a church in Arlington that connects people to God, to others, and to the needs of the world. We'd love for you to join us online or in-person soon. 2021-06-0638 min
Searching for MoreA Franciscan Friar Builds a Multi-Million Dollar Skyscraper in NYC, Helps Cancer Patients and the PoorOn this episode, Father John O’Connor, pastor of St. Francis of Assisi parish in Triangle, Va., talks about what it means to be Franciscan and his experience working with some of New York’s real estate elite to build a 63 story skyscraper in Manhattan. Hear Father O’Connor talk about perseverance and hope through high-stakes ups and downs. This episode’s host is Billy Atwell, Chief Communications Officer, Catholic Diocese of Arlington.2021-05-1239 min
UnbabbledAt-Home Activities That Support Your Tween’s Learning | Season 3, Episode 6Elementary teacher Wendy Garza, Wendy provides a variety of simple, engaging and practical activities parents can do at home with their tween (kids ages 9-12) to support their academic learning. tips on using children’s interests to drive fun inquiry-based learning projects, provides methods for engaging children when practicing reading, and discusses the benefits of getting your child into the kitchen!About Wendy Garza, MEdWendy is a bilingual special education teacher at The Parish School in Houston. She received her Master’s in education from the University of Texas – Arlington with a focus on tea...2021-02-0333 min
Diocese of Arlington2Minutes2Virtue: "Be Not Afraid. Use Your Gifts!" - Fr. Jamie Workman (November 15, 2020)Your #2minutes2virtue Challenge: Find a way in which to offer your loving service to others: a family member, friend, neighbor, your parish or local community.
Get the 2-minute video reflection straight to your inbox every week by subscribing here: https://arlingtondiocese.org/2minutes2virtue2020-11-1501 min
A Brave Space with Dr. MeeksA Conversation with Special Guest The Rev. Canon Nan Arrington PeeteIn this episode, Dr. Meeks sits down with the Rev. Canon Nan Arlington Peete. This episode was recorded in Atlanta in November 2019 at the unveiling of the Barbara Harris Justice Center.An Episcopalian priest, she was born on August 19, 1938, in Chicago, Illinois. She graduated from the University of Chicago Laboratory School in 1955. Prior to entering the seminary, Peete was a management consultant with Coopers and Lybrand Accounting Firm, where she was an expert in organizational management and financial analysis. After her ordination in 1984, Peete was the curate at St. Mark's Church in Upland, California, and i...2020-08-2717 min
Arlington Catholic HeraldS. 4, Ep. 13: Families struggle with COVID-19 restrictions in care facilitiesStaff writer Leslie Miller talks with Susan Infeld, parish nurse at St. John Neumann Church in Reston, about the challenges faced by families whose loved ones are inaccessible in senior care facilities locked down for months because of COVID-19.2020-08-2417 min
Arlington Catholic HeraldS. 4, Ep. 12: How your parish can go solarStaff Writer Zoey Maraist talks to Page Gravely of Catholic Energies, a company that consults with local parishes on how they can install solar panels. Hear them talk about how solar energy and going green is in line with Catholic teaching!2020-07-0818 min
Mystery of Parenthood123 Adam Arehart: Fatherhood
On Tuesday May 5, regular guest Adam Arehart, Director of Evangelization and Adult Faith Formation at a parish in Arlington, Virginia, was on the show to talk about fatherhood. Specifically, being selfless for your family, and sacrificing your own needs and desires for the good of your Domestic Church. They talked about how giving yourself away as a husband and a father, is what leads to you the best version of yourself, and helps you become the man God created you to be. Dads, listen in for a great conversation on fatherhood!
2020-05-1452 minSearching for MoreSuper Bowl-winning kicker doubles as altar server for Latin Mass! #50Earlier this year, Harrison Butker achieved the dream of every NFL player - to win a Super Bowl. But you may not know that the Kansas City Chiefs' star kicker has a deep spiritual life. On the weekends he trades his uniform and cleats for altar server vestments and serves at Latin Mass at his local parish in Kansas City. Hear all about this pro athlete's faith story.2020-02-1918 min
Arlington Catholic HeraldFr. Jack Peterson celebrates 40 years of Youth ApostlesCelebrating 40 years of bringing young people to an authentic and real encounter with Jesus Christ through parish and campus ministry youth programs, Fr. Jack Peterson shares how Youth Apostles hopes to grow in its next 40 years of service. This episode was produced by Elizabeth A. Elliott. 2019-09-0407 min
Conversations with ConsequencesEp. 15 - Nourishing a parish through traditional liturgy, with Father Christopher PollardAre we a suffering Church? A Church in crisis? Yes. But we are also a Church deeply alive. Parishes across the U.S. are vibrant and energetic, filled with luminous men and women who are busily doing their part to bring about the Kingdom. Our new series “The Church on the Ground: Going forward in Joy” will highlight some of these ordinary, extraordinary people and their marvelous work.
Our inaugural show of this series features Father Christopher Pollard of McLean, Virginia, pastor of St. John the Beloved, where both the ordinary form of the Mass and the Latin Mass are cele...2019-08-0153 min
Arlington Catholic HeraldS. 3, Ep. 18: Gregorian chant thrives at McLean parishJames Senson, music director, joins our show to share an innovative new program training high schoolers in an ancient music tradition. Related: Sacred music is catechesis2019-06-0705 minMystery of Parenthood084 Adam Arehart: Third OrdersOn Tuesday, April 9, Trey and Thaddeus talked with Adam Arehart, former Campus Minister of St. Mary's in College Station, and now Director of Evangelization at a parish in Arlington, Virginia. Adam suggests that Catholic families find out about the charisms and spirituality of the third orders--the lay, secular membership of the Church's historic religious congregations--in order to enrich their prayer and devotional life. He gives us a brief overview and then focuses on the character of the Franciscans, the Dominicans, and the Carmelites. Enjoy the episode, take a moment to like us on Facebook, and follow us on Twitter. A...2019-04-2451 minDiocese of Arlington2Minutes2Virtue: Fr. Tom Ferguson "Share Your Bread With The Hungry" (December 23, 2018)Your #2minutes2virtue Challenge: Share your bread with the hungry by contributing to a parish or community food drive for people who may be in need this Christmas.
This Sunday's readings are taken from the Fourth Sunday of Advent, (Year C).
The Lord is coming soon! How are those virtues coming along?
Get the 2-minute video reflection straight to your inbox every week by subscribing here: https://arlingtondiocese.org/2minutes2virtue2018-12-2301 minSearching for MoreObedience in Marriage? Father Paul Scalia Says It's Not What You Think It IsDuring a marriage retreat, Father Paul Scalia says obedience is important in a marriage, but not in the way you might think. It’s not a slavish obedience to your spouse…or the crushing of free will, but free will with a destination. On Saturday, July 7 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Holy Trinity parish, in Gainesville, Fr. Paul Scalia, Episcopal Vicar for Clergy, hosted a Retreat Day for Married Couples. 220 couples attended the enriching and reflective day, which included talks, Adoration, confession, spiritual time spent with the spouse, and concluded with Mass. Fr...2018-10-0130 minSearching for MoreFather Paul Scalia Speaks to the Diocesan Retreat Day for Married Couples about Chastity in MarriageDuring a marriage retreat, Father Paul Scalia speaks of chastity as the fulfillment of human sexuality. Hear why he says that, although chastity may seem out of place in the world, the chaste love of husband and wife is a sign of eternal hope for all of us. On Saturday, July 7 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Holy Trinity parish, in Gainesville, Fr. Paul Scalia, Episcopal Vicar for Clergy, hosted a Retreat Day for Married Couples. 220 couples attended the enriching and reflective day, which included talks, Adoration, confession, spiritual time spent with the spouse...2018-09-0329 minSearching for MoreFather Paul Scalia Speaks to the Diocesan Retreat Day for Married Couples on Poverty in MarriageOn Saturday, July 7 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Holy Trinity parish, in Gainesville, Fr. Paul Scalia, Episcopal Vicar for Clergy, hosted a Retreat Day for Married Couples. 220 couples attended the enriching and reflective day, which included talks, Adoration, confession, spiritual time spent with the spouse, and concluded with Mass. Fr. Scalia gave talks on poverty, chastity and obedience (the three evangelical counsels of the consecrated life), and how they exist analogously in marriage. These vows are, of course, typically made by religious in community, though they are present in an analogous way in...2018-08-1927 minDiocese of ArlingtonFather Scalia Marriage Retreat July 2018: PovertyPoverty: When one marries, one does not just give up a certain pursuit of material things; rather, in marriage, one’s very life is opened up, shared with, and indeed given to the other. A spirit of poverty in marriage takes the form of giving up one’s own desires for the sake of the common good.
On Saturday, July 7 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Holy Trinity parish, in Gainesville, Fr. Paul Scalia, Episcopal Vicar for Clergy, hosted a Retreat Day for Married Couples.
220 couples attended the enriching and reflective day, which included talks, Adoration, confession, spiritual time spen...2018-07-0626 minDiocese of ArlingtonFather Scalia Marriage Retreat July 2018: ObedienceObedience: Just as a religious takes a vow of obedience to his provincial, so do husband and wife make a vow to submit to each other (always in their distinctly masculine or feminine way), for the sake of their one flesh union. For husbands, this means being intimately involved, withstanding the temptation to be distant. For wives, this means respecting the headship of the man, foregoing the temptation to be too much in control.
On Saturday, July 7 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Holy Trinity parish, in Gainesville, Fr. Paul Scalia, Episcopal Vicar for Clergy, hosted a Retreat Day...2018-07-0629 minDiocese of ArlingtonFather Scalia Marriage Retreat July 2018: HomilyThe Sacrament of Marriage is not merely a reflection of the love of Christ for the Church, but is more importantly a grace which endows spouses with the gift of perfect worship: receiving Jesus in his poverty, chastity and obedience.
On Saturday, July 7 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Holy Trinity parish, in Gainesville, Fr. Paul Scalia, Episcopal Vicar for Clergy, hosted a Retreat Day for Married Couples.
220 couples attended the enriching and reflective day, which included talks, Adoration, confession, spiritual time spent with the spouse, and concluded with Mass.
Fr. Scalia gave talks on poverty, chastity and obedience...2018-07-0613 minDiocese of ArlingtonFather Scalia Marriage Retreat July 2018: ChastityChastity: For a religious brother or sister, chastity means total abstinence. For the married couple, chastity means a purity of heart and action: married love is total and free, which means that it must be exclusive. Even within this relationship, the deep union between husband and wife must be generous and never self-seeking.
On Saturday, July 7 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Holy Trinity parish, in Gainesville, Fr. Paul Scalia, Episcopal Vicar for Clergy, hosted a Retreat Day for Married Couples.
220 couples attended the enriching and reflective day, which included talks, Adoration, confession, spiritual time spent with the spouse...2018-07-0627 min
Arlington Catholic Herald"Second Thoughts on the Sexual Revolution" and other weekly newsFive men are ordained deacons; a parish in Sterling will bid farewell to their Franciscan fathers; and hear from a speaker at the Catholic #MeToo movement discussion talking about “Second Thoughts on the Sexual Revolution.”2018-06-0709 min
Arlington Catholic HeraldLatest Catholic news: Don Bosco Center, Sung Stations of the Cross, Night to ShineA youth center for at-risk kids in Manassas that is being forced to find a new home. Staff and volunteers tutor kids after school, keep them busy with activities and off the street. But the center that rents them space is going in a different direction and the Youth Apostles-led program is searching for a new home. A parish in Arlington is putting music behind their Stations of the Cross to transform the Lenten devotion. The music group came up with a simple melody to link all the stations, and put each station into its own sung...2018-02-1402 min
Arlington Catholic Herald2/8/18 - Love is in the air, wedding sectionLove is in the air this week with our annual Wedding Section. If you’re planning a wedding, or you’re a newlywed, or maybe just a romantic at heart, you’ll love this issue. We have tips on designing the perfect wedding photo album, either a do-it-yourself or through a pro. Read how parish wedding coordinators help couples get through the big day without a hitch. We asked couples married in the Arlington diocese last year to share their wedding photos. See the happy couples at their parishes. And a Burke psychologist shared four phrase...2018-02-0807 minDiocese of ArlingtonRev. Christopher Vaccaro "Chancery Advent Day of Prayer" (December 18, 2017)On Monday, December 18, Fr. Christopher Vaccaro, Chaplain at University of Mary Washington, gave a reflection at the diocesan Chancery Advent Day of Prayer.
“We must let the Lord interrupt our lives. In that very interruption, we are able to encounter those who must enter our lives.”
Thresholds
Fr. Vaccaro spoke of how in both the parish and campus ministry he encouraged his staff to view the threshold of the office with new eyes. These can and should be places of joyful encounter with visitors who often come to the Church because of a birth, baptism, marriage or other significant event. What...2017-12-1934 min
Arlington Catholic HeraldNew Catholic cemetery in the Diocese of ArlingtonWe’ve got a story on a rural parish in the hills of Central Virginia that’s opening a cemetery. St. Isidore the Farmer Church in Orange has sold 84 plots in the first section of the new cemetery. With capacity for about 700 plots in four sections, each spot can hold a casket or cremation urns. Currently, two gray headstones can be seen in the tree-lined field next to the church. Soon, construction will begin on a road that will wind around the cemetery. Pastor, Fr. Terry Staples, said planning for the cemetery has been underway for a couple years. The pari...2017-10-2502 minDiocese of ArlingtonArlington TOT: Bishop Burbidge "The Importance of the Young Church as Witnesses" (October 2017)Arlington Theology on Tap #ArlingtonTOT
October 16, 2017
Bishop Michael F. Burbidge
“The Importance of the Young Church as Witnesses to the Gospel of Life”
Arlington TOT is held on the second Monday of each month at O'Sullivan's Irish Pub located at 3207 Washington Blvd., in Arlington, VA, across from St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, a parish in our Diocese.2017-10-1748 minDiocese of ArlingtonFairfax TOT: Fr. Jack Peterson, Y.A. "Life is a Pilgrimage" (September 2017)Fairfax Theology on Tap at The Auld Shebeen #FairfaxTOT
Fr. Jack was on sabbatical in Rome about a year ago and will share stories from his trips abroad. How is your life like a pilgrimage?
Biography:
Father Jack Peterson, Y.A., is the Director of Development for Youth Apostles, a Catholic community of single, married, and consecrated laymen and consecrated clerics who are dedicated to the service of young people. He entered Youth Apostles as a layman in 1981 and has held several leadership posts in the community, including serving for 12 years as the General Director.
A native of Northern Virginia...2017-09-2548 minDiocese of ArlingtonArlington TOT: Fr. Daniel Mode "The Life of Fr. Capodanno, The Grunt Padre" (August 14, 2017)Arlington Theology on Tap #ArlingtonTOT
August 14, 2017
Fr. Daniel Mode, Division Director of Plans and Operations for the Chaplain Corps for the United States Navy
"The Life of Fr. Capodanno, The Grunt Padre"
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Commander Daniel L. Mode earned his undergraduate degree in Philosophy in 1988 at the Pontifical College Josephinum in Columbus, Ohio. He then attended Mount Saint Mary’s University in Emmitsburg, Maryland, and graduated in 1992 with Master’s Degrees in History and Theology. His History Master’s thesis on the life and heroics of Navy Chaplain Fr. Vincent Capodanno was eventually transformed into a popular biography, known as The Grunt...2017-08-1550 minDiocese of ArlingtonArlington TOT: Fr. Andrew Fisher "The Spanish Jesuit Martyrs of Virginia" (July 10, 2017)Arlington Theology on Tap #ArlingtonTOT
July 10, 2017
Fr. Andrew Fisher, Pastor at St. Ambrose Parish
"The Spanish Jesuit Martyrs of Virginia :
A Story of Faith Every Catholic Should Know"
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Fr. Andrew Fisher is a native of northern Virginia, and played
Division I baseball in college. He attended Mt St Mary's in Emmitsburg, Maryland for college and seminary, and was ordained a priest for the Diocese of Arlington inn 1998. He has served as parochial vicar in St. William of York parish (Stafford), Queen of Apostles parish (Alexandria), and the Cathedral of St Thomas More (Arlington). Fr. Fisher also served for six...2017-07-1152 min
SportsDay HSArea-round drama, including Allen/DeSoto Part 4, previews of regional round, Turkey talkAfter a great first round of the UIL playoffs, the area round came through with a handful of classics, such as Allen/DeSoto Part 4, an OT thriller between Lovejoy and Terrell, and an unbelievable ending between Grapevine Faith Christian and Parish Episcopal. The podcast previews this week’s big games: Allen/Arlington Martin, Lake Ridge/Poteet, Argyle/Kennedale. And we talk turkey and all the fixin's on a stuffed podcast.2015-11-2451 min
Arlington Catholic HeraldFr. John Ziegler performs 'I Saw The Light'Father John A. Ziegler is pastor of St. Patrick Church in Fredericksburg, but he also knows how to produce a toe-tapping, soul-moving recording. He's created two bluegrass gospel CDs and can be heard strumming his guitar and singing at parish festivals and fundraisers. Read more about his love for bluegrass music: http://www.catholicherald.com/news/local_news/soul-filled_strummin___fr__ziegler_mixes_old-time_bluegrass_with_ministry/2015-10-2703 min
Ancient Faith PresentsOCA Parish Ministries ConferenceBobby Maddex interviews Daria Petrykowski of the Orthodox Church in America about the upcoming parish ministries conference, which will be held July 10-13, 2013, at Marymount University in Arlington, Virginia. Click here for more information about the conference and to register.2014-07-2600 min
The Good Catholic LifeTGCL #0634: Parish Director of EvangelizationToday’s topics: Parish Director of Evangelization
Summary of today’s show: Patrick Krisak may be the only parish evangelization director in the Archdiocese of Boston and he joins Scot Landry and Fr. Chip Hines to discuss his ministry in the collaborative parishes in Beverly; his background growing up in New Jersey and previous ministry in parishes in the Diocese of Arlington; and the challenges and opportunities of ministering in one of the first of the parish collaboratives being organized under the Disciples in Mission pastoral plan.
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Today’s host(s): Scot Landry and Fr. Chip Hines
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The Good Catholic LifeTGCL #0618: Cheverus Awards; US bishops meeting; American cardinals; HHS mandate; Philippines typhoonToday’s topics: Cheverus Awards; US bishops meeting; American cardinals; HHS mandate; Philippines typhoon
Summary of today’s show: Our Thursday panel of Scot Landry, Susan Abbott, and Gregory Tracy look at the headlines of the week, including the announcement of awardees of the 2013 Cheverus Awards in the Archdiocese of Boston—among whom is our own Susan Abbott; the election of a new leader of the US bishops conference and decisions on a statement on pornography and on the HHS mandate; and the local Catholic response to the typhoon in the Philippines.
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Today’s host(s): Scot Lan...2013-11-1456 min
The Good Catholic LifeTGCL #0421: 2012 Cheverus AwardsSummary of today’s show: Each year, Cardinal Seán O’Malley recognizes the contributions of dozens of laypeople, religious, and deacons in the Archdiocese of Boston with the awarding of the Cheverus medals. These individuals and couples are recommended by their pastors (or in the case of religious and deacons, their regional bishop) for their decades of selfless service to the Church, work that has often gone unrecognized to most others before now and performed in hidden ways. Recording live on location at the Cathedral of the Holy Cross on Sunday, November 18, 2012, Scot Landry interviews a handful of the 122 recip...2012-11-2156 min
The Good Catholic LifeThe Good Catholic Life #0309: Tuesday, May 29, 2012Summary of today’s show: Just when you might have given up on the next generation of young Catholics, we meet Kathleen Grey and Catherine Asher, two young women graduating from Ursuline Academy in Dedham, who sit down with Scot Landry and Fr. Chris O’Connor to talk about their strong Catholic faith, which was handed on by their families and strengthened in their parishes and school, and how they hope to grow and to serve God in their bright futures.
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Today’s host(s): Scot Landry and Fr. Chris O’Connor
Today’s guest(s): Kathleen G...2012-05-2956 min
The Good Catholic LifeProgram #0299 for Tuesday, May 15, 2012: Fr David Costello and the St James SocietySummary of today's show:Scot and Father Chris talk about the Society of St James the Apostle with Fr David Costello, the newly elected Director of the Society. Fr David discusses his early formation for the Diocese of Limerick, Ireland, his work starting a brand new parish in the diocese of Lima, Peru, and what he looks forward to accomplishing over his upcoming three year tenure as Director.
Today’s host(s): Scot Landry and Father Chris O'Connor
Today’s guest(s): Father David Costello, Director of the Society of St James the Apostle
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Today’s topics...2012-05-1556 min
The Good Catholic LifeThe Good Catholic Life #0245: Monday, February 27, 2012Today’s host(s): Scot Landry
Today’s guest(s): Fr. Jack Graham, parochial vicar at St. Agnes Parish in Arlington
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Today’s topics: Priest Profile: Fr. Jack Graham
Summary of today’s show: Today, we enjoyed another in our popular series of profiles of the priests of the Archdiocese of Boston, this time with Fr. Jack Graham, parochial vicar at St. Agnes Parish in Arlington. Scot and Fr. Jack talk about Fr. Jack’s beginnings in Quincy’s Germantown neighborhood through the first inklings of a vocation in college at UMass/Boston to seminary and then pries...2012-02-2756 min
The Good Catholic LifeThe Good Catholic Life #0204: Tuesday, December 20, 2011Today’s host(s): Scot Landry and Fr. Chris O’Connor
Today’s guest(s): Bishop Arthur Kennedy, Auxiliary Bishop of Boston and Rector of St. John Seminary
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Today’s topics: Bishop Profile: Bishop Arthur Kennedy
Summary of today’s show: Bishop Arthur Kennedy, rector of St. John Seminary, just celebrated 45 years in the priesthood. Scot Landry and Fr. Chris O’Connor discuss with Bishop Kennedy his recent ad limina visit with Pope Benedict in Rome; his childhood in West Roxbury; his formation and ordination in Rome in 1966; and the many years he spent in academia, teac...2011-12-2056 min
The Good Catholic LifeThe Good Catholic Life #0154: Tuesday, October 11, 2011Listen to the show:
Today’s host(s): Scot Landry and Fr. Chris O’Connor
Today’s guest(s): Dr. Karen Bohlin, Head of the Montrose School and author of the book “Building Character in Schools”
Today’s topics: Raising children of virtue
Summary of today’s show: Dr. Karen Bohlin talks with Scot and Fr. Chris about raising children of virtue, strong character, and great intellectual vigor, including the girls who attend the independent Catholic school she leads, Montrose School in Medfield, Mass.
1st segment: Scot asked Fr. Chris what he did on his 3-day weekend. He went to Catholic Unive...2011-10-1156 min