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The Making Every Class Catholic Podcast
The Making Every Class Catholic PodcastEpisode 14: John BrahierArtificial intelligence has become the question everyone in Catholic education feels obligated to address. But beneath the anxiety about cheating, policies, and classroom management lies a much more fundamental issue: What is education actually for? When AI can generate essays, art, music, lesson plans, and arguments instantly, it forces us to confront a confusion that long predates ChatGPT—the temptation to treat the product of learning as the point, rather than the formation of the person doing the learning.In this episode, I’m joined by John Brahier of Longbeard, the parent company of Magisterium AI. Drawing on h...
2026-01-141h 13The Fruits from the Fields
The Fruits from the FieldsIf We're Not Doing That, Then What's the Point? // Ep. 13 w/ John Brahier"But our citizenship is in heaven, and from it we await a Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ." -Philippians 3:20 This week we are joined by a friend of OLF, John Brahier, who serves as the Associate Superintendent of Catholic Culture for the Archdiocese of Detroit. Within his role, John is able to offer ample insight into the state of all 79 of the Catholic schools in the archdiocese as well as the future forward for promoting a solid culture at each of these schools in hopes of bringing the entire group together. As a father of three (soon to be four...
2024-10-2535 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollThe Eucharist in ScriptureLuke 22 and John 6
2021-03-1706 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollThe Intentional Redundancy in Jesus’ “I AM” Statementshttps://catholic-resources.org/John/Themes-IAM.htm
2021-03-0304 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollJohn 1:14 and the IncarnationAnd the Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us, and we saw his glory, the glory as of the Father’s only Son, full of grace and truth.
2021-02-1105 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollLectio DivinaHow do we pray with Scripture?
2020-09-2306 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollInterview: Jay Jackett on 1 John 4:7-21"There is no fear in love."
2020-09-2210 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollThe Four Senses of Scripturehttps://www.integratedcatholiclife.org/2014/08/rummelsburg-reading-david-and-goliath-in-the-four-senses-of-scripture/ https://www.usccb.org/bible/national-bible-week/upload/viviano-senses-scripture.pdf
2020-09-1612 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollRevelation, Magisterium, and Umpireshttp://www.vatican.va/archive/ccc_css/archive/catechism/p1s1c2a2.htm https://www.smp.org/dynamicmedia/files/bba8f113835654902d70aec08e53f879/TX001177_1-background-Introduction_to_Revelation.pdf https://www.wordonfireshow.com/episode241/
2020-09-0907 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollFaith and Reasonhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?reload=9&v=GcH_5Iecu5s&vl=en http://www.vatican.va/content/john-paul-ii/en/encyclicals/documents/hf_jp-ii_enc_14091998_fides-et-ratio.html
2020-09-0205 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollThe Road to EmmausThe two travelers are more like you and I than you might imagine.
2020-08-2606 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollInterview: Beth Garcia on Matthew 28:16-20Lord, teach me to be generous, to serve you as you deserve, to give and not to count the cost, to fight and not to heed the wounds, to toil and not to seek for rest, to labor and not to look for any reward, save that of knowing that I do your  will.
2020-08-1909 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollInterview: Fr. David on Luke 10:38-42Fr. David shares his thoughts on Mary and Martha and how we ought to balance action and contemplation in our own lives.
2020-08-1312 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollInterview: Fr. Paul on Philippians 4:4-7How do we pray? This and more in our conversation!
2020-08-1114 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollInterview: Lauren Vitale on Mark 6:47-51Lauren describes the power of Jesus' words in her own life.
2020-06-0912 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollSummer 2020 UpdateJune, July, and the first half of August will look a little different for this podcast! Tune in to hear the details.
2020-06-0401 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollExploring and Interpreting Revelation 12The Book of Revelation can be tricky to understand, so let's take on one chapter and explore some of the different interpretations that might be appropriate.
2020-05-2715 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollInterview: Deacon Gil on Revelation 12:10-12Deacon Gil shares his reflections on this short passage, embedded in one of the most well-known visions from the Book of Revelation.
2020-05-2624 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollWhat to Know Before Reading 1 CorinthiansSome links to use before, during, and after your reading: https://catholic-resources.org/Bible/Paul-Corinth.htm https://www.ncregister.com/blog/jimmy-akin/should-women-keep-silence-in-church Part 2, Chapter 10 of Dr. Peter Kreeft’s You Can Understand the Bible
2020-05-2107 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollWhat to Look for in the New Testament Lettershttp://catholic-resources.org/Bible/NT_Canon.htm
2020-05-1311 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollThree Themes of Acts of the ApostlesExactly what the title says!
2020-05-0607 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollIs Jesus God?The famous trilemma. https://www.amazon.com/Handbook-Catholic-Apologetics-Reasoned-Questions/dp/1586172794
2020-04-3010 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollDid Jesus Claim to Be God?Several of the resources here were from Brant Pitre. Check out his work! https://www.brantpitre.com/ https://brandonvogt.com/the-case-for-jesus-interview-with-dr-brant-pitre/ https://www.amazon.com/Case-Jesus-Biblical-Historical-Evidence/dp/0770435483
2020-04-2310 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollDid Jesus Really Rise from the Dead?There’s only so much we can cover in a few minutes, so… Catechism on the Resurrection: https://www.vatican.va/archive/ccc_css/archive/catechism/p122a5p2.htm Formed (Video): https://watch.formed.org/videos/did-jesus-really-rise-from-the-dead Risen (Movie): https://www.amazon.com/Risen-Cliff-Curtis/dp/B01BT678WQ
2020-04-1609 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollHappy Easter!The title says it all! Audio from St. Rose (Perrysburg, Ohio) Choir
2020-04-1204 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollHoly Saturday with Fr. JeffCatholics truly go from 0 to 60 on Holy Saturday. Thanks again to Fr. Jeff! Audio at the end from St. Rose (Perrysburg, Ohio) Choir
2020-04-1116 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollGood Friday with Fr. JeffWhat is so “good” about Jesus dying on the cross? Fr. Jeff explains! Audio at the end from St. Rose (Perrysburg, Ohio) Choir
2020-04-1015 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollHoly Thursday with Fr. JeffFr. Jeff gives us an overview of Holy Thursday. Check it out. (Sorry for the audio glitch toward the beginning.) Audio at the end from St. Rose (Perrysburg, Ohio) Laetare Choir http://holythursdaypilgrimage.weebly.com/
2020-04-0920 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollDid God somehow abandon Jesus on the cross?Spoiler alert: the answer is no. The explanation is quite interesting. Here we go!
2020-04-0908 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollLent Reflection - Mark 16:9-20Instrumental Music: “Cylinders” by Chris Zabriskie is licensed under CC BY 3.0 Minor adjustments made
2020-04-0802 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollLent Reflection - Mark 16:1-8Instrumental Music: “Cylinders” by Chris Zabriskie is licensed under CC BY 3.0 Minor adjustments made
2020-04-0701 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollLent Reflection - Mark 15:33-47Instrumental Music: “Cylinders” by Chris Zabriskie is licensed under CC BY 3.0 Minor adjustments made
2020-04-0602 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollInterview - Giovanni Vitale on Luke 12:49-53In this episode, Giovanni and I talk about Jesus’ intense words here, the call to sainthood, and the role that family plays in this. (Plus, we give a little plug for Steubenville Conferences.)
2020-04-0420 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollSunday Scripture Reflection for Palm SundayFirst Reading: Isaiah 50:4-7 Second Reading: Philippians 2:6-11 Gospel: Matthew 26:14-27:66 http://www.usccb.org/bible/readings/040520.cfm Other Resources… Live Stream Mass: http://www.catholictv.org/masses/notre-dame-mass Holy Triduum Interviews: coming this week! Comparing John and Matthew: https://www.uscatholic.org/articles/201404/what-are-differences-between-passion-narratives-matthew-and-john-28743 Used in this Episode… “Cylinders” by Chris Zabriskie is licensed under CC BY 3.0 (minor adjustments made) https://archive.org/details/GregorianChantMass/04Track4.wma
2020-04-0328 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollLent Reflection - Mark 15:22-32Instrumental Music: “Cylinders” by Chris Zabriskie is licensed under CC BY 3.0 Minor adjustments made
2020-04-0301 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollInterview - Toni Marsteller on 1 Corinthians 13:1-13Agape wins.
2020-04-0211 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollLent Reflection - Mark 15:1-21Instrumental Music: “Cylinders” by Chris Zabriskie is licensed under CC BY 3.0 Minor adjustments made
2020-04-0202 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollJohn 3:16 and LoveLet’s define “love.”
2020-04-0108 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollLent Reflection - Mark 14:43-72Instrumental Music: “Cylinders” by Chris Zabriskie is licensed under CC BY 3.0 Minor adjustments made
2020-04-0104 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollLent Reflection - Mark 14:32-42Instrumental Music: “Cylinders” by Chris Zabriskie is licensed under CC BY 3.0 Minor adjustments made
2020-03-3101 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollLent Reflection - Mark 14:12-31Instrumental Music: “Cylinders” by Chris Zabriskie is licensed under CC BY 3.0 Minor adjustments made
2020-03-3003 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollSunday Scripture Reflection for the 5th Sunday of LentFirst Reading: Ezekiel 37:12-14 Second Reading: Romans 8:8-11 Gospel: John 11:1-45 http://www.usccb.org/bible/readings/032920.cfm Other Resources… Live Stream Mass: http://www.catholictv.org/masses/notre-dame-mass Be Not Afraid Conference: https://www.staceysumereau.com/be-not-afraid-conference Used in this Episode… "Remember Your Love" https://archive.org/details/GregorianChantMass/04Track4.wma
2020-03-2720 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollLent Reflection - Mark 14:1-11Instrumental Music: “Cylinders” by Chris Zabriskie is licensed under CC BY 3.0 Minor adjustments made
2020-03-2702 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollInterview: Dr. Peter Kreeft on John 1:1 (and more!)Dr. Kreeft explains why he thinks John 1:1 could be the most important verse in the entire world. It’s a great conversation that ranges from John 1:1 to tips for reading Scripture to some comments about his own conversion to advice for students of theology. https://www.peterkreeft.com/
2020-03-2618 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollLent Reflection - Mark 13:1-37Instrumental Music: “Cylinders” by Chris Zabriskie is licensed under CC BY 3.0 Minor adjustments made
2020-03-2605 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollWhat Job, Joseph, and Jesus Have in Commonhttps://www.wordonfireshow.com/coronavirus/
2020-03-2508 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollLent Reflection - Mark 12:1-44Instrumental Music: “Cylinders” by Chris Zabriskie is licensed under CC BY 3.0 Minor adjustments made
2020-03-2505 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollLent Reflection - Mark 11:12-33Instrumental Music: “Cylinders” by Chris Zabriskie is licensed under CC BY 3.0 Minor adjustments made
2020-03-2403 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollLent Reflection - Mark 10:46-11:11Instrumental Music: “Cylinders” by Chris Zabriskie is licensed under CC BY 3.0 Minor adjustments made
2020-03-2302 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollSunday Scripture Reflection for the 4th Sunday of LentFirst Reading: 1 Samuel 16:1B, 6-7, 10-13A Second Reading: Ephesians 5:8-14 Gospel: John 9:1-41 http://www.usccb.org/bible/readings/032220.cfm Other Resources… Live Stream Mass: http://www.catholictv.org/masses/notre-dame-mass Hallow: https://hallow.app/ Used in this Episode… https://midifilesforworship.com/standard-midi-gm-files-m-s/ https://archive.org/details/GregorianChantMass/04Track4.wma
2020-03-2023 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollLent Reflection - Mark 10:17-45Instrumental Music: “Cylinders” by Chris Zabriskie is licensed under CC BY 3.0 Minor adjustments made
2020-03-2005 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollLent Reflection - Mark 10:1-16Instrumental Music: “Cylinders” by Chris Zabriskie is licensed under CC BY 3.0 Minor adjustments made
2020-03-1902 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollJesus’ Miracles - What and Why?Resources… Catechism: http://www.scborromeo.org/ccc/para/548.htm Bishop Barron: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NlzOBoOKSTw More on the miracles: https://catholic-resources.org/Bible/Miracles.htm
2020-03-1808 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollLent Reflection - Mark 9:33-50Instrumental Music: “Cylinders” by Chris Zabriskie is licensed under CC BY 3.0 Minor adjustments made
2020-03-1802 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollLent Reflection - Mark 9:14-32Instrumental Music: “Cylinders” by Chris Zabriskie is licensed under CC BY 3.0 Minor adjustments made
2020-03-1703 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollLent Reflection - Mark 9:2-13Instrumental Music: “Cylinders” by Chris Zabriskie is licensed under CC BY 3.0 Minor adjustments made
2020-03-1602 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollLent Reflection - Mark 8:27-9:1Instrumental Music: “Cylinders” by Chris Zabriskie is licensed under CC BY 3.0 Minor adjustments made
2020-03-1302 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollLent Reflection - Mark 8:1-26Instrumental Music: “Cylinders” by Chris Zabriskie is licensed under CC BY 3.0 Minor adjustments made
2020-03-1203 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollWhat's so "astonishing" about the Sermon on the Mount?We'll look at some under-appreciated details about the context provided before and after the Sermon on the Mount. Enjoy!
2020-03-1107 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollLent Reflection - Mark 7:1-37Instrumental Music: “Cylinders” by Chris Zabriskie is licensed under CC BY 3.0 Minor adjustments made
2020-03-1105 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollInterview - Zaid Chabaan on John 4:7-42In this episode, Zaid and I look at the story of the Woman at the Well (which coincidentally is this Sunday’s Gospel) and discuss discipleship, the role of women in Scripture, and I AM. Written That You May Believe https://www.amazon.com/Written-That-You-May-Believe/dp/0824519264
2020-03-1017 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollLent Reflection - Mark 6:30-56Instrumental Music: “Cylinders” by Chris Zabriskie is licensed under CC BY 3.0 Minor adjustments made
2020-03-1003 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollLent Reflection - Mark 6:1-29Instrumental Music: “Cylinders” by Chris Zabriskie is licensed under CC BY 3.0 Minor adjustments made
2020-03-0904 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollLent Reflection - Mark 5:1-43Instrumental Music: “Cylinders” by Chris Zabriskie is licensed under CC BY 3.0 Minor adjustments made
2020-03-0605 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollInterview: Stephanie Smith on Luke 10:38-42Our conversation, based on the story of Mary and Martha, addresses the roles of Mary and Martha, what was truly “better” about Mary’s choice, and how we can be intentional about spending time in prayer. A Not-So-Radical Proposal for Your Lenten Season: Do Nothing https://thejesuitpost.org/2020/02/a-not-so-radical-proposal-for-your-lenten-season-do-nothing/ Fr. Josh Johnson https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mbyMeNPddBs https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gKYEOc3ik9k Pope Benedict XVI’s General Audience http://www.vatican.va/content/benedict-xvi/en/audiences/2013/document...
2020-03-0612 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollLent Reflection - Mark 4:35-41Instrumental Music: “Cylinders” by Chris Zabriskie is licensed under CC BY 3.0 Minor adjustments made
2020-03-0501 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollParables, Parabolas, and ProdigalsYep, you read that correctly. Resources C. H. Dodd, The Parables of the Kingdom Parabola, Focus, and Directrix: https://www.mathopenref.com/parabola.html More on the Parable of the Lost Son https://www.ncregister.com/blog/jimmy-akin/12-things-you-need-to-know-about-the-prodigal-son https://catholicexchange.com/what-the-prodigal-son-teaches-us-about-lent https://www.americamagazine.org/faith/2019/03/08/what-parable-prodigal-son-can-teach-us-about-freedom-duty-and-love https://www.wordonfire.org/resources/homily/the-prodigal-son-returns/5091/
2020-03-0412 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollLent Reflection - Mark 4:10-34Instrumental Music: “Cylinders” by Chris Zabriskie is licensed under CC BY 3.0 Minor adjustments made
2020-03-0403 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollLent Reflection - Mark 3:31-4:9Instrumental Music: “Cylinders” by Chris Zabriskie is licensed under CC BY 3.0 Minor adjustments made
2020-03-0302 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollLent Reflection - Mark 3:13-30Instrumental Music: “Cylinders” by Chris Zabriskie is licensed under CC BY 3.0 Minor adjustments made
2020-03-0202 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollLent Reflection - Mark 2:13-3:12Instrumental Music: “Cylinders” by Chris Zabriskie is licensed under CC BY 3.0 Minor adjustments made
2020-02-2804 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollLent Reflection - Mark 1:21-2:12Instrumental Music: “Cylinders” by Chris Zabriskie is licensed under CC BY 3.0 Minor adjustments made
2020-02-2705 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollThree Reflections on DiscipleshipWhat do the Gospel accounts of Jesus calling His disciples teach us about being a disciple? Resource: https://catholic-resources.org/Bible/Disciples.htm
2020-02-2606 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollLent Reflection - Mark 1:1-20Instrumental Music: “Cylinders” by Chris Zabriskie is licensed under CC BY 3.0
2020-02-2603 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollLent Reflection - PreviewThis project starts tomorrow (on Ash Wednesday)! Listen to this short episode to learn about it.
2020-02-2501 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollJesus’ Temptation and Lent PrepBefore His public ministry began, Jesus underwent temptation. What happened? Why? How was it related to the Old Testament? What does it teach us? How does this apply to our Lenten practices? All that and more in this episode.
2020-02-1911 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollAudience Matters! (to the Evangelists)The four evangelists were keenly aware of their original audiences. In this episode, I'll use a couple examples to hammer home that point.
2020-02-1206 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollFact or Fiction with the GospelsPlay along with me! Here are the five statements that we’ll be using throughout the game. There are four Gospels. The Gospels were written after Jesus’ life. The Gospels were originally anonymous works, and the names we associate with them were added later. The Gospels, like other parts of the Bible, were written primarily in figurative language. When comparing the four Gospel accounts, there are inconsistencies. Resources Used: Richard Burridge (1992) What are the Gospels? https://www.amazon.com/What-Are-Gospels-Comparison-Graeco-Roman/dp/1481308742 Brant Pitre (2016) The Case for Jesus co-authored by Bishop Robert Barr...
2020-02-0617 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollInterview: Fr. Matt Hood on Zephaniah 3:14-20Join me for my second interview. In this episode, Fr. Matt and I discuss Zephaniah, the Old Covenant, the king(s?) of Israel, and redemption. Oh and Marcion the heretic!
2020-01-3120 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollInterview: Serge Danielson-Francois on Daniel 12:3This is the first of a sub-series of The Lamb and the Scroll. The audio gets a bit quiet, so I’ll have to make adjustments in the future to even things out. Enjoy! Passages referenced: Daniel 3 Daniel 12:3 Daniel 14
2020-01-3015 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollJonah: A Whale of a StoryIn this episode, I’ll present a few somewhat disconnected thoughts about the Book of Jonah, a fascinating little story tucked into the prophetic section of the Old Testament.
2020-01-2910 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollHow did Zephaniah influence Disney?In this episode, I’ll explore history, some pop culture, and the prophet Zephaniah. http://www.openculture.com/2019/09/the-creepy-13th-century-song-that-shows-up-in-movies-again-again.html
2020-01-2209 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollA Brief Primer on the Prophetic BooksWhat is Biblical prophecy? Join me for this episode where I introduce Biblical prophecy and share four tips for reading the prophets. http://catholic-resources.org/Bible/Prophecy.htm
2020-01-1506 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollWhat are the Wisdom Books?In this episode, I’ll give a broad overview of the Biblical concept of “wisdom” and what content we find in the Wisdom Books. Resources used… http://www.usccb.org/bible/scripture.cfm?src=_intros/wisdom-intro.htm https://catholicexchange.com/what-is-wisdom Understanding the Scriptures (The Didache Series)
2020-01-0806 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollWhy You Shouldn’t Yawn Through Matthew 1The genealogy present in Matthew 1 seems to be an odd way to introduce the “good news” (and really the entire New Testament). Why is it present? Let’s explore! Merry Christmas!
2019-12-2507 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the Scroll"Sparknotes" of the Story of IsraelHow would you summarize the story of Israel in four Bible passages? As people who share the Good News, we need to have a summary of this story in mind. Let’s explore in this episode. Resource: https://www.catholicculture.org/commentary/judges-every-man-did-what-was-right-in-his-own-eyes/
2019-12-1815 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollAn Advent Song with the Story of Israel in MindIn this episode, we will look at “O Come, O Come, Emmanuel” with an eye to the Babylonian Exile. There are lots of resources used here. See the links below! The Religion Teacher: https://www.thereligionteacher.com/ Piano Guys: https://thepianoguys.com/ Benedictines of Mary, Queen of Apostles: https://benedictinesofmary.org/
2019-12-1114 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollLand for the Tribes... Except LeviOne of the least "exciting" portions of the Old Testament may be Joshua 13-21, but it's an important part of the story! Why? Also, what did Levi do that caused his tribe to not receive an allotment of land?
2019-12-0406 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollThanksgiving SpecialHappy Thanksgiving! Family Celebrations: Meeting Christ in Your Holidays and Special Occasions: https://www.amazon.com/Family-Celebrations-Meeting-Holidays-Occasions/dp/0943497361 The Hiding Place: https://www.amazon.com/Hiding-Place-Triumphant-Story-Corrie/dp/0553256696 The Hiding Place Excerpts: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iZD_cyXvWgY
2019-11-2714 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollSpiritual Greatness and the Value of the Ten CommandmentsWithout rules for a game, there is no game. Similarly, in the spiritual life, we need foundational rules. This episode explores that concept with the Ten Commandments in mind.
2019-11-2009 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollThe Two “Arks” of the Old TestamentThe first “ark” in the Bible is Noah’s. The second “ark” might surprise you. The similarities between these two arks are fascinating, though. This episode will dig into the two “arks” and the use of an “ark” as a symbol for the Church. https://ohr.edu/7030 Bishop Barron: https://www.wordonfire.org/resources/homily/the-ark-the-mass-and-re-ordering-the-world/22157/ 
2019-11-1307 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollStairway to Heaven, Fight Night, and JacobWith so much to look at in the life of Jacob, we'll focus on stories in two chapters: Genesis 28 and Genesis 32. Pope Benedict XVI on Jacob's Name Change: http://w2.vatican.va/content/benedict-xvi/en/audiences/2011/documents/hf_ben-xvi_aud_20110525.html
2019-11-0611 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollWhere are Abraham's emotions in Genesis 22?What in the world is happening in Genesis 22? Why doesn’t the author describe Abraham’s emotional struggle in this story? Let’s explore it. As part of this discussion, the different “senses” of Scripture will be used. Here’s a quick reminder of what the senses are: The literal sense teaches what happened, The allegorical what you should believe, The tropological (or moral) what you should do, The anagogic where you are going. These senses are described in the episode titled “What is the Bible?” 1:20 — Brief Summary of the Story 3:39...
2019-10-3008 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollAbram and Discipleship in a Broken WorldWhat does discipleship look like? That’s a lot more than I can explore in one ten-minute episode, but Abram’s response to God in Genesis 12 provides some food for thought. The resources… Fr. Richard Rohr: https://cac.org/journey-to-the-center-2015-12-28/ Fr. Mike Schmitz: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AdR8eyaDCHg&fbclid=IwAR0IrJ633wrSeMBz0nEwpknEWIEnlPNLgn1kCXdivB_eB6aGCDaQfRghzfo
2019-10-2309 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollCovenants and MarriageIn this episode, I'll make a correction to a previous episode and then will dig into the covenants! The resources... Definition of "covenant" - https://www.catholicculture.org/culture/library/dictionary/index.cfm?id=32852 Description of Biblical covenants - http://www.catholic365.com/article/4149/7-covenants-the-story-of-the-bible.html Catechism on Marriage - http://www.vatican.va/archive/ccc_css/archive/catechism/p2s2c3a7.htm
2019-10-1608 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollSin, "Rudy," and the ProtoevangeliumIn this episode, we will explore the sin of Adam and Eve and God’s promise (the first “gospel” message) that is frequently missed in Genesis 3 (http://www.usccb.org/bible/genesis/3). The resources… Jimmy Akin Article: https://www.catholic.com/magazine/print-edition/the-woman-the-seed-the-serpent Rudy (God’s time clip)
2019-10-0909 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollFrom "Formless and Empty" to CreationIn this episode, we’ll dive into the world of Genesis 1. You can find the referenced text here: http://www.usccb.org/bible/genesis/1 1:50 What literary genre is Genesis 1:1-2:3? 6:30 What should we be learning from Genesis 1:1-2:3? The resources… Introduction to the Book of Genesis: http://www.usccb.org/bible/genesis/0 Bishop Barron on Misreading Genesis: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UVsbVAVSssc Fr. John Ricardo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_83BVvg6vn4&feature=youtu.be&t=39s Article: https://www.catholiceducation.org/en/controversy/answering-atheists/how-to-read-the-first-chapter-of-genesis.html
2019-10-0209 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollBiblical ThemesWe'll dig into seven Biblical themes!
2019-09-2508 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollWhat is the Bible?In this episode, we’ll dig into Scripture to figure out what the “Bible” really is. 0:55 - What is the Bible? 3:42 - How do we read and understand the Bible? The resources… Bible Project: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ak06MSETeo4 Revelation 5: http://www.usccb.org/bible/revelation/5 “The Senses of Scripture”: http://www.usccb.org/bible/national-bible-week/upload/viviano-senses-scripture.pdf “Dei Verbum”: http://www.vatican.va/archive/hist_councils/ii_vatican_council/documents/vat-ii_const_19651118_dei-verbum_en.html
2019-09-1811 minThe Lamb and the Scroll
The Lamb and the ScrollThe Nature of GodIn this episode, we'll explore the nature of God. 0:59 — Who is God? 5:48 — What do Americans believe about God? 8:00 — Why the disconnect? The resources... Bishop Barron Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1zMf_8hkCdc Pew Research Study: https://www.pewforum.org/2018/04/25/when-americans-say-they-believe-in-god-what-do-they-mean/ CatholicTV Video Clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l5KQqyKN7Ns&t=16s Catechism: http://www.vatican.va/archive/ccc_css/archive/catechism/p1s2c1p1.htm
2019-09-1209 min