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Shebrew in the City"Survivor" - An Interview with Keren K. GoldenbergWe trace Keren’s journey from Israel to LA, how immigration shaped her mental health path, and why depth psychology offers tools to understand intergenerational trauma and rising antisemitism. We share practical advice for finding a safe therapist and for turning inherited pain into resilience.• Soviet Jewish roots, Israeli childhood, move to Los Angeles• Immigration stress as trauma and its lifelong echoes• Shift from pre-med to psychology and LMFT licensure• Why depth psychology goes beyond symptom management• Dissertation on Soviet antisemitism and cultural complexes• Epigenetic and social transmission of intergenerational trauma• T...
2026-02-0955 minShebrew in the City"Windy City" - An Interview with Courtney Cohen, owner of Da Shayna PunimsEver felt the tug to make something you can’t find on the shelf? We sit down with attorney and mom-creator Courtney Cohen, whose Florida-to-Chicago journey led her to build a joyful Jewish lifestyle brand from a single sticker into a growing catalog of hats, tees, totes, and more. The throughline is Jewish joy—captured in weekly challah, kids who treat stickers like art supplies, and designs that turn bagels and Yiddish into everyday style.Courtney walks us through her unconventional path: eight years in PR, a leap to law, then the itch to c...
2026-01-1156 min
Faith Hope and LoveFaith Hope and Love ep 566 - The Baptism of the Lord. Year AThe Baptism of the Lord A - ( Sunday 11 January 2026) - (EPISODE- 566)
Weekday Homily The Baptism of the Lord A - ( Sunday 11 January 2026)
(EPISODE- 566)
THE LITURGY OF THE WORD
First Reading: Isaiah 42:1-4, 6-7.
Psalm: 29:1-2, 3-4, 9-10 The Lord will bless his people with peace.
Second Reading: Acts 10:34-38
Gospel Acclamation: Alleluia, alleluia! The heavens were opened, and the Father's voice was heard: this is my beloved Son, hear him. Alleluia!
Gospel: Matthew 3:13-17
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2026-01-0651 min
Faith Hope and LoveFaith Hope and Love ep 542 - Nineteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time. Year CNineteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time. -Year C - Sunday, 10 August 2025 (EPISODE: 542)
Readings for Nineteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time.- Year C
FIRST READING: Wisdom 18:6-9
Psalm 33:1+12, 18-19, 20-22. “Happy the people the Lord has chosen to be his own”
SECOND READING: Hebrews 11:1-2, 8-19 or 11:1-2, 8-12
GOSPEL ACCLAMATION (Matt 24:42a+44). Alleluia, alleluia! Be watchful and ready. You know not when the Son of Man is coming.
GOSPEL: Luke 12:32-48 or 12:35-40
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Stay alert. Be ready. Be about the work of the master that you've been given.
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2025-08-0538 min
Faith Hope and LoveFaith Hope and Love ep 541 - Eighteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time. Year CEighteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time. -Year C - Sunday, 3 August 2025 (EPISODE: 541)
Readings for Eighteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time.- Year C
FIRST READING: Ecclesiastes 1:2; 2:21-23
Psalm 90:3-4, 5-6, 12-13, 14+17 (diff). “In every age, O Lord, you have been our refuge”
SECOND READING: Colossians 3:1-5, 9-11
GOSPEL ACCLAMATION (Matt 5:3). Alleluia, alleluia! Happy the poor in Spirit; The Kingdom of Heaven is theirs.
GOSPEL: Luke 12:13-21
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**SHARING THE WORD THROUGH THE LITURGICAL YEAR. GUSTAVO GUTIERREZ.
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2025-07-2836 min
Faith Hope and LoveFaith Hope and Love ep 540 - Seventeenth Sunday in Ordinary Time. Year CReadings for Seventeenth Sunday in Ordinary Time.- Year C
FIRST READING: Genesis 18:20-32
Psalm 138:1-2a, 2b-3, 6-7a, 7b-8. “Lord, on the day I called for help, you answered me”
SECOND READING: Colossians 2:12-14
GOSPEL ACCLAMATION (Rom 8:15bc). Alleluia, alleluia! You have received the Spirit which makes us God's children. And in that Spirit we call God our Father.
GOSPEL: Luke 11:1-13
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Fr Paul W. Kelly
** (this paragraph adapted from _) THE DAILY STUDY BIBLE. GOSPEL OF LUKE. (REVISED EDITION). BY WILLIAM BARCLAY.
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2025-07-2142 min
Faith Hope and LoveFaith Hope and Love ep 539 - Sixteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time. Year CSixteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time. -Year C - Sunday, 20 July 2025 (EPISODE: 539)
Readings for Sixteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time.- Year C
FIRST READING: Genesis 18:1-10a
Psalm 15:2-3a, 3b-4, 5. “The just will live in the presence of the Lord”
SECOND READING: Colossians 1:24-28
GOSPEL ACCLAMATION (cf. Luke 8:15). Alleluia, alleluia! Happy are they who have kept the word with a generous heart. And yield a harvest through perseverance.
GOSPEL: Luke 10:38-42
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2025-07-1436 min
Faith Hope and LoveFaith Hope and Love ep 538 - Fifteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time. Year CFifteenth Sunday, Ordinary Time. Year C - Sunday, July 13, 2025 (EPISODE- 538)
Readings for Sunday, July 13, 2025 - Fifteenth Sunday, Ordinary Time. Year C
FIRST READING: Deut 30:10-14
Ps 18:8-11 - "The precepts of the Lord give joy to the heart."
SECOND READING: Col 1:15-20
GOSPEL ACCLAMATION (Luke 10:25-37). Alleluia, alleluia! Your words, Lord, are spirit and life. You have the words of everlasting life.
GOSPEL: Luke 10:25-37
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Fr Paul W. Kelly
**William Barclay - THE DAILY STUDY BIBLE SERIES. REVISED EDITION. THE GOSPEL OF LUKE. THE WESTMINSTER...
2025-07-0742 min
Faith Hope and LoveFaith Hope and Love ep 537 - Fourteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time. Year CHomily Fourteenth Sunday of the Year C - Sunday, July 6, 2025
First reading Isaiah 66:10-14.
Responsorial Psalm 65:1-7,16,20. “Let all the earth cry out to God with joy.”
Second reading. Galatians 6:14-18.
Gospel. Luke 10:1-12,17-20.
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THE DAILY STUDY BIBLE. GOSPEL OF LUKE. (REVISED EDITION). BY WILLIAM BARCLAY.Fr Paul W. Kelly
Sharing the Word through the Liturgical Year: (1997). Gustavo Gutierrez
Fr paul w kelly
Also, Prologue: (scripture scholar William Barclay, as cited above): “The first disciples are sent out on their first missionary assignment as raw recruits, with little to help them, but the lessons they learn here will be gre...
2025-07-0237 minShebrew in the City"Don't Dream It, Be It" - An Interview with Rabbi-Cantor Judy GreenfeldRabbi-Cantor Judy Greenfeld's spiritual journey began with tragedy when her father was murdered when she was just sixteen years old. This devastating event caused her to question everything about Judaism and God, leading her away from her conservative Jewish upbringing in Cleveland, Ohio. "I think when we have trauma in our lives, it shifts us into seeing the world in a different way," she reflects.Her path of healing took her through various spiritual traditions – Buddhism, new age philosophies, psychology – before ultimately returning to Judaism with fresh eyes and an expanded perspective. What makes her stor...
2025-06-291h 12Shebrew in the City"Art Isn't Easy" - An Interview with Beatrice LevineWhat happens when an art historian discovers Nazi memorabilia being sold at auction houses without ethical consideration? For Beatrice Levine, it sparked a journey that would transform her career and personal identity.Growing up as a military child in Germany during the 1990s, Beatrice developed a natural curiosity about Holocaust history and her own Jewish heritage. Though her father was ethnically Jewish, her family practiced the cultural aspects rather than religious observance – what Beatrice colorfully describes as "that East Coast big, lox-loving Jewish family" where everyone watched Seinfeld and said "oy" but didn't at...
2025-05-161h 20Shebrew in the City"Three's Company" - An Interview with the 3G Collective (Part 2)Welcome back for Part 2 of my discussion with 3G Collective: John Reed, Shany Dagan, and Jana Krumholtz!Three grandchildren of Holocaust survivors are using their talents as dancers, actors, and choreographers to tell their families' stories through powerful artistic performances.• John describes his journey from watching his sister dance to becoming a professional dancer and choreographer• John shares his experience working on "Amid Falling Walls," an off-Broadway show featuring Yiddish songs written in concentration camps and ghettos• Shany discusses her transition from Israeli contemporary dance to American theater and aerial circus arts
2025-05-061h 05Shebrew in the City"Three's Company" - An Interview with the 3G Collective (Part 1)In this episode, we welcome a panel of third-generation Holocaust survivors (3Gs) who share their grandparents' remarkable survival stories and reflect on how this legacy shapes their lives today.• Our guests Jana Krumholtz, John Reed and Shany Dagan discuss their varied Jewish upbringings across Florida, Australia/Texas, and Israel • Each shares detailed accounts of their grandparents' Holocaust experiences, from the Lodz ghetto to concentration camps and partisan resistance• We explore how trauma passes through generations, manifesting in relationships with food, safety concerns, and family dynamics• T...
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Faith Hope and LoveEaster Sunday - Year C - 2025Sunday of the Resurrection, - Morning Mass - Year C - 20th April 2025(
Readings for 20th April 2025- Sunday of the Resurrection. Year C
FIRST READING: Acts 10:34, 37-43: We have eaten and drunk with him after his resurrection
Ps 117:1-2, 16-17, 22-23. “This is the day the Lord has made, let us rejoice and be glad.”
SECOND READING: Col 3:1-4: Look for the things that are in heaven, where Christ is. (or alternative - 1 Cor 5:6-8: Throw away the old yeast, that you may be new dough.)
GOSPEL ACCLAMATION (1 Cor 5:7-8). Alleluia, alleluia! Christ has become our Paschal sacrifice; let us f...
2025-04-1139 min
Faith Hope and LoveFaith-hope-and-love - Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time (8c)- Year C- episode 520Eighth Sunday Ordinary Time Year C. Sunday, 2 March 2025
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Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time. Year C - Sunday, 2 March 2025
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Readings for Sunday, 2 March 2025 - Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time. Year C
FIRST READING: Sirach 27:4-7
Psalm 91: 2-3, 13-16. "Lord, it is good to give thanks to you"
SECOND READING: 1 Corinthians 15:54-58
GOSPEL ACCLAMATION (Philippians 2:15d+16a). Alleluia, alleluia! Shine on the world like bright stars; you are offering it the word of life. Alleluia!
GOSPEL: Luke 6:39-45
References:
Homily by Fr Paul W. Kelly
Barclay, W. (1975). The Gospel of Luke. 2nd ed. Edinburgh: St. Andrew Pr...
2025-02-2036 min
Faith Hope and LoveFaith-hope-and-love - Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time (7c)- Year C- episode 519Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time. Year C - Sunday, February 23, 2025 (EPISODE: 519)
Readings for Sunday, February 23, 2025 - Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time. Year C
FIRST READING: 1 Samuel 26:2, 7-9, 12-13, 22-25 ++
Psalm 103:1-2, 3-4, 8+10, 12-13. "the lord is kind and merciful"
SECOND READING: 1 Corinthians 15:45-50 ++
GOSPEL ACCLAMATION (John 13:34). Alleluia, alleluia! I give you a new commandment. Love one another as I have loved you.
GOSPEL: Luke 6:27-38
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Homily by Fr Paul W. Kelly
Barclay, W. (1975). The Gospel of Luke. 2nd ed. Edinburgh: St. Andrew Press
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2025-02-1738 minShebrew in the City"What Baking Can Do" - An Interview with Dr. Beth RicanatiJoin us on an enlightening journey with Dr. Beth Ricanati, whose unique path from Reform to Conservative Judaism offers a tapestry of cultural richness and personal growth. Through engaging anecdotes, Dr. Ricanati warmly shares her upbringing her transition to the spiritual experience creating Challah in her home and beyond. We explore the playful and heartfelt family traditions, such as the amusing "Challah Monster," and discuss how Jewish customs have shaped her approach to parenting and education.Dr. Ricanati also opens up about her fascinating professional journey, starting with a background in Art History...
2025-02-0146 min
Faith Hope and LoveFaith-hope-and-love - Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time (6c)- Year C- episode 518Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time. Year C. Sunday, 16 February 2025
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FIRST READING: Jer 17:5-8
Ps 1:1-2, 3, 4+6. "Happy are they who hope in the Lord."
SECOND READING: 1 Cor 15:12, 16-20
GOSPEL ACCLAMATION (Luke 6:17, 20-26). Alleluia, alleluia! Rejoice and be glad. Your reward will be great in Heaven.
GOSPEL: Luke 6:17, 20-26
References:
Homily –Fr Paul W. Kelly
Vision – PRAYING SCRIPTURE IN A CONTEMPORARY WAY. YEAR C. BY MARK LINK S.J;
A BOOK OF GRACE-FILLED DAYS. BY ALICE CAMILLE. 2010;
DAILY STUDY BIBLE. GOSPEL OF LUKE. (REVISED EDITION). BY WILLIAM BARCLAY
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2025-01-2233 min
Faith Hope and LoveFaith-hope-and-love - Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time (5c)- Year C- episode 517GOSPEL THIS WEEKEND
Homily: Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time. Year C - Sunday, 9 February 2025
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Homily – Fr Paul W. Kelly
Gustavo Gutierrez, Sharing the Word through the liturgical year
The Abbot, Monastery of Christ in the Desert, http://www.christdesert.org/ ;
Reflection from Madonna Magazine, Jan-Feb 2007.
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2025-01-1743 minShebrew in the City"Baby, Baby, Baby" - An Interview with Jewish Fertility Foundation CEO and Founder Elana FrankElana Frank's journey from Atlanta to Israel and back is nothing short of inspiring, as she intertwines her personal history with her professional mission. With roots tracing back to Holocaust survivors and tales of resilience from her father, Ilana's story is deeply moving and thought-provoking. Her adventurous chapter in Israel during the 2009 recession adds a layer of cultural richness, ultimately bringing her back to Atlanta where her passion for supporting those facing fertility challenges took root.In our conversation, Elana opens up about the profound disparities in access to fertility treatments between Israel and the...
2025-01-0850 min
Faith Hope and LoveFaith-hope-and-love - Australia Day (National Holiday) - Year C- episode 515AUSTRALIA DAY - NATIONAL DAY (Sunday 26TH JANUARY) (EPISODE:515)
CELEBRATION - AUSTRALIA DAY - NATIONAL DAY (26TH JANUARY) (EPISODE:515)
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THE LITURGY OF THE WORD
First Reading: Isaiah 32:15-18
Psalm: Ps 84:9-14. R. "The Lord speaks of peace to his people."
Second Reading: Romans 12:9-13
Gospel Acclamation: Matthew 11:25. Alleluia, alleluia!
Blessed are you, Father, Lord of heaven and earth;
you have revealed to little ones the mysteries of the kingdom.
Alleluia!
Gospel: Luke 12:22-32
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2025-01-0836 min
Faith Hope and LoveFaith-hope-and-love - Second Sunday in Ordinary Time (2c)- Year C- episode 514Second Sunday Ordinary Time. Year C - Sunday, 19 January 2025 (EPISODE: 514)
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Homily: Second Sunday in Ordinary Time.Year C - Sunday, 19 January 2025
(EPISODE: 514)
Readings for Sunday, 19 January 2025 - Second Sunday Ordinary Time. Year C
FIRST READING: Isaiah 62:1-5
Psalm 96:1-2, 3-4, 7-8, 9-10ac. "Proclaim his marvellous deeds to all the nations."
SECOND READING: 1 Corinthians 12:4-11
GOSPEL ACCLAMATION (cf. 2 Thessalonians 2:14). Alleluia, alleluia! God has called us with the Gospel, to share in the glory of our Lord Jesus Christ.
GOSPEL: John 2:1-12
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2025-01-0441 min
Faith Hope and LoveFaith-hope-and-love - The Baptism of the Lord - Year C- episode 513Mass - The Solemnity of the Baptism of the Lord - Year C - Sunday, 12 January 2025
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Readings for Sunday 12th January 2025 - The Baptism of the Lord. Year C. (first Sunday of Ordinary Time)
FIRST READING: Isaiah 40:1-5, 9-11
Psalm 104:1b-2, 3-4, 24-25, 27+28, 29-30. "Oh, bless the Lord, my soul!"
SECOND READING: Titus 2:11-14; 3:4-7
GOSPEL ACCLAMATION (cf. Luke 3:16). Alleluia, alleluia! John said: He who is to come is mightier than I. He will baptise you with the Holy Spirit and with fire.
GOSPEL: Luke 3:15-16, 21-22
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2025-01-0144 min
Faith Hope and LoveFaith-hope-and-love - The Epiphany of the Lord - Year C- episode 512The Epiphany of the Lord. -Year C - Sunday, 5 January 2025 (EPISODE: 512)
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Readings for The Epiphany of the Lord.- Year C
FIRST READING: Isaiah 60:1-6
Psalm 72:1-2, 7-8, 10-11, 12-13. “Lord, every nation on earth will adore you.”
SECOND READING: Ephesians 3:2-3a, 5-6
GOSPEL ACCLAMATION (Matthew 2:2). Alleluia, alleluia! We have seen his star in the East; and have come to adore the Lord.
GOSPEL: Matthew 2:1-12
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2024-12-3139 minShebrew in the City"Family Tree" - An Interview with 3GNY President Elizabeth KamensElizabeth Kamens, the president of 3GNY, brings to light the profound connections between Jewish upbringing and Holocaust education. Elizabeth's journey from a Bat Mitzvah in Yardley, Pennsylvania, to leading an organization dedicated to preserving Holocaust legacies is a testament to the enduring impact of Jewish traditions and historical awareness. Through our conversation, Elizabeth shares the powerful emotions evoked by visiting historical Jewish sites. Her insights offer a unique perspective on the rich tapestry of Jewish identity and the significance of maintaining cultural traditions.Holocaust education is more urgent than ever, and...
2024-12-181h 22Shebrew in the City"Let's Talk About Sex!" - An Interview with Logan Levkoff (Part 2)Uncover the strategies to maintain intimacy amidst the whirlwind of parenthood with Dr. Logan Levkov, who offers salient advice on nurturing closeness even when life's demands seem insurmountable. Learn how to transform the routine chore of scheduled sex into a fulfilling experience and explore alternative acts of pleasure that keep the spark alive. As we navigate the challenges of conceiving and parenting, discover the magic of creating a distraction-free sanctuary and why a touch of intimacy can be the key to better days.Our episode takes a turn into broader societal conversations, focusing on the...
2024-12-0954 minShebrew in the City"Let's Talk About Sex!" - An Interview with Logan Levkoff (Part 1)Embark on a thought-provoking journey with me as I chat with the insightful Dr. Logan Levkoff about the profound interplay between Jewish identity and sexuality education. Discover the surprising roles Jewish culture has played in pioneering sexuality research, with figures like Magnus Hirschfeld and Dr. Ruth leading the charge. As she shares tales from her Zionist upbringing, we explore the complexities of Jewish identity, celebrating its diverse expressions and the unique dynamics of interfaith relationships.Our conversation takes a poignant turn as we recount the emotional impact of the March of the Living, juxtaposing the...
2024-12-091h 03Shebrew in the City"La Vita è Bella" - An Interview with Remi AttiaWhat if your heritage could guide your entrepreneurial journey? Join us as we sit down with Remi Attia, a dynamic entrepreneur with Jewish and Italian roots, who shares how her multicultural upbringing in Los Angeles shaped her path. From a "Legally Blonde" themed bat mitzvah to launching her brand, The Nosh Table, Remy gives us a delightful glimpse into how cultural milestones and family gatherings have left an indelible mark on her identity. She opens up about her transition from hospitality to interior design and how her new venture is a celebration of...
2024-12-0750 minShebrew in the City"Paperback Writer": An Interview with Jessica McCormick about PJ Library and the Harold Grinspoon FoundationWhat happens when the vibrant tapestry of Jewish childhood experiences meets the evolving dynamics of modern Jewish communities? Jessica McCormick joins me on to share her unique journey from Los Angeles to Tucson, Arizona. Together, we explore how her formative years in Hebrew school and Jewish summer camps paved the way for a career shift from Hollywood to impactful roles in municipal government and Jewish nonprofits. Jessica opens up about how these experiences intertwined with her identity as a parent, and we reflect on the shifting prominence of conservative Judaism amidst changing synagogue memberships and...
2024-12-0358 min
Faith Hope and LoveFaith-hope-and-love - 34th Sunday Ordinary TIme -Christ the Universal, King- Year B- episode 506Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe. -Year B - Sunday, 24 November 2024 (EPISODE:506)
Readings for Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe.- Year B
FIRST READING: Daniel 7:13-14
Psalm 93:1a, 1b-2, 5. “The Lord is king; he is robed in majesty.”
SECOND READING: 1 Corinthians 12:12-30
GOSPEL ACCLAMATION (Luke 4:18cd). Alleluia, alleluia! Blessed is he who inherits the Kingdom of David our father. Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord.
GOSPEL: Luke 1:1-4; 4:14-21
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2024-11-1942 min
Faith Hope and LoveFaith-hope-and-love - 33rd Sunday Ordinary TIme - Year B- episode 505Thirty-third Sunday in Ordinary Time. -Year B - Sunday, 17 November 2024 (EPISODE:505)
Readings for Thirty-third Sunday in Ordinary Time.- Year B
FIRST READING: Dan 12:1-3
Ps 16:5+8, 9-10, 11. “Keep me safe, O God; you are my hope.”
SECOND READING: Heb 10:11-14, 18
GOSPEL ACCLAMATION (Luke 21:36). Alleluia, alleluia! Be watchful, pray constantly. That you may be worthy to stand before the son of Man.
GOSPEL: Mark 13:24-32
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2024-11-1142 minShebrew in the City"Broadway Baby" - An Interview with Actor Josh Lamon (Part 2)Welcome back for part 2 with Broadway Actor Josh Lamon as he takes us on a hilarious and insightful journey through the highs and lows of live theater. From a comical rivalry with Adam Lambert in a children's production to the chaos of working with real animals in shows like Big River and Finding Neverland, Josh shares unforgettable moments that capture the unpredictable magic of the stage. With whimsical stories, Josh's tales promise laughter and a glimpse into the unique challenges of live theater.Josh opens up about the complicated relationship between social media...
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Faith Hope and LoveFaith-hope-and-love - 32nd Sunday Ordinary TIme - Year B- episode 504Homily: Thirty-Second Sunday Ordinary Time. Year B - Sunday, 10 November 2024
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GOSPEL THIS WEEKEND
Readings for Thirty-Second Sunday Ordinary Time. Year B
FIRST READING: 1 Kgs 17: 10-16
Ps 146: 6c-7, 8-9a, 9b-10. "Praise the Lord, my soul! "
SECOND READING: Heb 9: 24-28
GOSPEL ACCLAMATION (Matt 5: 3). Alleluia, alleluia! Happy the poor in Spirit; The Kingdom of Heaven is theirs.
GOSPEL: Mark 12: 38-44 or 12: 41-44
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Homily – Fr Paul W. Kelly
((1)http://www.loyolapress.com/32nd-sunday-in-ordinary-time-b-sunday-connection.htm)
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2024-11-0541 minShebrew in the City"Broadway Baby" - An Interview with Actor Josh Lamon (Part 1)Join us for Part 1 as broadway's vibrant world comes alive as we sit down with my dear friend and celebrated performer, Josh Lamon. Discover the magic behind his roles in iconic productions like "Hair" and "Wicked," and learn about his current spotlight moment in "Death Becomes Her" at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre. As we reminisce about our friendship, you'll also hear about Josh's personal backstage experiences and difficulties working as a Broadway Actor. Get ready for an intimate, behind-the-scenes glimpse into the life of a Broadway star, complete...
2024-10-271h 00Shebrew in the City"Summertime" - An Interview with 3X Emmy Winner Dana Arschin on Holocaust Education and StorytellingDana Arschin joins us for a profound exploration of her family's enduring legacy and the critical role of Holocaust education in today's world. Growing up in a predominantly Jewish community on Long Island, Dana reflects on the impact of her mother's experiences as a child of Holocaust survivors. She shares deeply personal stories of generational trauma and how they have shaped her identity and fueled her dedication to preserving Jewish heritage through her work. Dana’s unique blend of tradition and modernity offers insights into the resilience of the Jewish community, highlighting her commitment as a...
2024-10-141h 17
Faith Hope and LoveFaith-hope-and-love - 31st Sunday Ordinary TIme - Year B- episode 503Thirty-first Sunday in Ordinary Time. -Year B - Sunday, 3 November 2024 (EPISODE: 503)
Readings for Thirty-first Sunday in Ordinary Time.- Year B
FIRST READING: Deut 6:2-6
Ps 18:2-3a, 3b-4, 47+51. “I love you, Lord, my strength.”
SECOND READING: Heb 7:23-28
GOSPEL ACCLAMATION (John 14:23). Alleluia, alleluia! All who love me will keep my words, and my Father will love them and we will come to them.
GOSPEL: Mark 12:28b-34
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References:
Homily – Fr Paul W. Kelly
McCarthy, Flor. 1984. Sunday & Holyday Liturgies Cycle B. Dublin: Dominican.
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2024-10-0238 min
Faith Hope and LoveFaith-hope-and-love - 30th Sunday Ordinary TIme - Sunday 27th October 2024 - Year B- episode 502Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time. . -Year B - Sunday, 27 October 2024
(EPISODE: 502)
Readings for Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time. .- Year B
FIRST READING: Jer 31:7-9
Ps 126:1-2a, 2b-3, 4-5, 6. “The Lord has done great things for us; we are filled with joy.”
SECOND READING: Heb 5:1-6
GOSPEL ACCLAMATION (cf. 2 Tim 1:10). Alleluia, alleluia! Our Saviour Jesus Christ has done away with death. And brought us life through his gospel.
GOSPEL: Mark 10:46-52
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References:
Homily Fr Paul W. Kelly
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2024-09-2940 min
Faith Hope and LoveFaith-hope-and-love - 29th Sunday Ordinary TIme - Year B- episode 501Twenty-ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time. World Mission Day -Year B - Sunday, 20 October 2024 (EPISODE:501)
Readings for Twenty-ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time. World Mission Day- Year B
FIRST READING: Isa 53:10-11
Ps 33:4-5, 18-19, 20+22. “Lord, let your mercy be on us, as we place our trust in you”
SECOND READING: Heb 4:14-16
GOSPEL ACCLAMATION (Mark 10:45). Alleluia, alleluia! The Son of Man came to serve. And to give his life as a ransom for all.
GOSPEL: Mark 10:35-45 or 10:42-45
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References:
Homily – Fr Paul W. Kelly
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2024-09-2840 min
Faith Hope and LoveFaith - Hope - And - Love - 26th Sunday Ordinary TIme - Year B- Episode 498Twenty-sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time. -Year B - Sunday, 29 September 2024 (EPISODE:498)
Readings for Twenty-sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time.- Year B
FIRST READING: Num 11:25-29
Ps 19:8, 10, 12-13, 14. “The precepts of the Lord give joy to the heart.”
SECOND READING: Jas 5:1-6
GOSPEL ACCLAMATION (cf. John 17:17b+a). Alleluia, alleluia! Your word, O Lord, is truth. Make us holy in the Truth.
GOSPEL: Mark 9:38-43, 45, 47-48
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References:
Homily Fr Paul W. Kelly
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2024-09-2538 min
Faith Hope and LoveFaith - Hope - And - Love - 24th Sunday Ordinary TIme - Year B- Episode 496Twenty-fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time. -Year B - Sunday, 15 September 2024 (EPISODE:496)
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Readings for Twenty-fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time.- Year B
FIRST READING: Isa 50:4-9a
Ps 116:1-2, 3-4, 5-6, 8-9. “I will walk in the presence of the Lord, in the land of the living.”
SECOND READING: Jas 2:14-18
GOSPEL ACCLAMATION (Gal 6:14). Alleluia, alleluia! My only glory is the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ. Which crucifies the world to me and me to the world.
GOSPEL: Mark 8:27-35
References:
Homily Fr Paul W. Kelly
2009 – A BOOK O...
2024-09-1142 min
Faith Hope and LoveFaith - Hope - And - Love - 23rd Sunday Ordinary TIme - Year B- Episode 495Twenty-third Sunday in Ordinary Time. -Year B - Sunday, 8 September 2024 (EPISODE:495)
Readings for Twenty-third Sunday in Ordinary Time.- Year B
FIRST READING: Isa 35:4-7a
Ps 146:6c-7, 8-9a, 9b-10. “Praise the Lord, my soul!”
SECOND READING: Jas 2:1-5
GOSPEL ACCLAMATION (cf. Matt 4:23). Alleluia, alleluia! Jesus preached the good news of the Kingdom. And healed all who were sick.
GOSPEL: Mark 7:31-37
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Homily – & Prolog...
2024-09-0437 minShebrew in the City"The Age of Aquarius" - Finding Harmony with Harmonie KriegerEver wondered how growing up in a unique cultural mix shapes one's identity? Nicole Kelly sits down with Harmonie Krieger from Netflix's "Jewish Matchmaking" to share her remarkable journey from a predominantly Italian Catholic suburb in New York to finding her Jewish community at Syracuse University. Harmonie opens up about the contrasting religious backgrounds of her parents and how these dynamics enriched her understanding of her Jewish identity. Their conversation also highlights the modern accessibility of Jewish education, revealing how varied Jewish practices can be.Navigating love and trauma can be a tricky path, especially...
2024-08-311h 09
Faith Hope and LoveFaith - Hope - And - Love - 22nd Sunday Ordinary TIme - Year B- Episode 494Twenty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time. -Year B - Sunday, 1 September 2024 (EPISODE:494)
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Homily: Twenty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time. Year B - Sunday, 1 September 2024
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Readings for Twenty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time. Year B
FIRST READING: Deut 4: 1-2, 6-8
Ps 15: 2-3a, 3b-4a, 4b-5. "The just will live in the presence of the Lord."
SECOND READING: Jas 1: 17-18, 21b-22, 27
GOSPEL ACCLAMATION (James 1: 18). Alleluia, alleluia! The Father gave us birth by his message of truth. That we might be as...
2024-08-2842 minShebrew in the City"Ahava אַהֲבָה" - An Interview with Netta Asner-MinsterWhat if you could find the perfect balance between tradition and modernity in your religious life? Join us as we sit down with Netta Asner-Minster, an influential Jewish educator who takes us on a journey from her childhood in Silver Spring, Maryland, to her pivotal move to Jerusalem. With heartfelt anecdotes, Netta shares how her family’s observance evolved over time and the unique experiences that shaped her faith.Ever wondered about the intricacies of modesty and hair covering among Orthodox Jewish women? Netta provides a fascinating historical and cultural backdrop while sharing her personal ex...
2024-08-241h 20
Faith Hope and LoveFaith - Hope - And - Love - 20th Sunday Ordinary TIme - Year B- Episode 492Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time. -Year B - Sunday, 18 August 2024 (EPISODE:492)
Readings for Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time.- Year B
FIRST READING: Prov 9:1-6
Ps 34:2-3, 4-5, 6-7 (diff). “Taste and see the goodness of the Lord.”
SECOND READING: Eph 5:15-20
GOSPEL ACCLAMATION (John 6:56). Alleluia, alleluia! All who eat my flesh and drink my blood. Live in me and I in them, says the Lord.
GOSPEL: John 6:51-58
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References:
Fr Paul W. Kelly
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Audio-CD. Gershwin Plays Gershwin. The Piano Rolls: Volume 1. "Rhapsody in Blue" By George Gershwin. Publisher: Nonesuch. (Nove...
2024-08-1443 min
Faith Hope and LoveFaith - Hope - And - Love - 19th Sunday Ordinary TIme - Year B- Episode 491Nineteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time. -Year B - Sunday, 11 August 2024 (EPISODE: 491)
Readings for Nineteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time.- Year B
FIRST READING: 1 Kgs 19:4-8
Ps 34:2-3, 4-5, 6-7, 8-9. “Taste and see the goodness of the Lord.”
SECOND READING: Eph 4:30—5:2
GOSPEL ACCLAMATION (John 6:51). Alleluia, alleluia! I am the living Bread from heaven, says the Lord. Whoever eats this bread will live forever.
GOSPEL: John 6:41-51
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2024-08-0738 min