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Refreshing BreadDeath is not the end of the story - Bishop Botean Easter message (2020)"As Mary could not hold on to the Jesus she had known, so we cannot hold on to the lives we have always known. To Golgotha we must go, bearing the cross of this pandemic with us, but where we are going is to the empty tomb, proof that death is not the end of the story. For, you see, Christ is risen—and so are we."
+John Michael Botean
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Music: Scott Buckley - Tears in Rain
2020-04-1807 min
2019-12-2402 min
Refreshing BreadWord of the Week - WorriesAre you in a worrying mode? Worrying about worries? Best time to listen to this episode.
Music: Kevin MacLeod ("Thunderbird", "Immersed")
2018-10-3005 min
Refreshing BreadWord of the Week - FearFear is a movement of the sensitive appetite. We experience it every day in different forms. Probably one of the greatest human fears is of the unknown - of death. How do we deal with that? Listen to this episode by Fr. Calin Tamiian to find out the answer.
Music: Kevin MacLeod ("Our Story Begins", "In the Hall of the Mountain King", "Almost New"- see incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons by Attribution 3.0 License.
2018-10-2308 min
Refreshing BreadThe Word of the Week - KindnessCan you imagine a world in which kindness would be on everybody's lips as a result of the way in which people guide themselves daily? If kindness would be the currency that we use in every single relationship? Kindness is not just something that happens to us overnight. It is the result of many such efforts that can have a "butterfly effect" in the world that we are living.
Music: Kevin MacLeod
2018-10-1708 min
Refreshing BreadThe Word of the Week - LambWhat does the opioid crisis in Ohio and a lamb can have in common?
Listen to Br. Seoirse's meditation on this stringent subject.
Music: Kevin MacLeod
Visit us at www.refreshingbread.org
2018-10-0808 min
Refreshing BreadThe Word of the Week - RevengeThis week's word is "revenge". How many times have you thought about "paying back" to someone who has heart you? What if there is another way, a better way to cope with this?
Listen to Sr. Theresa's answer in overcoming her own challenge of dealing with the desire to take revenge.
Music: Kevin MacLeod
Visit us at www.refreshingbread.org
2018-10-0110 min
Refreshing BreadThe Word of the Week - MemoryThis week's word is "memory" and it's a search for a defining story answering one of the greatest human questions: who are we? Brought to you by Sr. Theresa.
Music: Kevin MacLeod
www.refreshingbread.org
2018-09-2410 min
Refreshing BreadThe Word of the Week - IncenseThis is a new series entitled "The Word of the Week" - One word, one story, one action.
Episode 1: Incense (with Sr. Theresa Koernke)
Music: Kevin MacLeod - Relent
www.refreshingbread.org
2018-09-1307 min
Refreshing BreadThe Mission of the Church Today (Ep. 4 Diakonia - Service)The fourth element of the Church's Mission is Diakonia, service among others, as a way of living.
Music by: Kevin MacLeod
2018-03-0908 min
Refreshing BreadThe Mission of the Church Today (Ep. 3 Koinonia - Communion/Fellowship)The third element of the Church's Mission is Koinonia, the communion or fellowship with God and other Christians.
Music by: Kevin MacLeod
2018-01-0305 min
Refreshing BreadThe Mission of the Church Today (Ep.2 - Liturghia)Welcome to Refreshing Bread and our series, “The Mission of the Church Today”. Here is Father Calin Tamiian.
This is Father Calin Tamiian again welcoming you to the series “The Mission of the Church Today”.
We’re going to speak about liturghia. Liturghia is a Greek word that speaks about the praise and the worship that we are due to God. We use the word in English as liturgy both in East and West as a modality to name all those beautiful rituals that we are presenting as we sanctify the people of God. But liturghia goes much deeper than just those...
2017-12-2807 min
Refreshing BreadNu te teme, turma mica (PS Botean mesaj de Craciun 2017)”Nu te teme, turmă mică.” Acestea sunt cuvintele lui Isus. Ele apar în Evanghelia Sfântului Luca (12:32), cuvinte pe care le-am ales ca moto al episcopatului meu cu douăzeci și unu de ani în urmă. Poate, acum, meditând asupra acestui moto, ați fi tentați să răspundeți "Dar de ce să nu ne temem? Trăim în momente înspăimântătoare!" Într-adevăr, lumea pare a fi un loc mai înspăimântător decât în aceeași perioadă a anului trecut, sau chiar cu șase luni în urmă, sau poate chiar săptămâna trecută, când ne îndreptăm inst...
2017-12-2203 min
Refreshing BreadFear not, little flock (Bishop Botean Christmas message)"Fear not, little flock." So go the words of Jesus from the Gospel of St. Luke (12:32) which I chose as the motto for my episcopal ministry twenty-one years ago. Perhaps, now, thinking about my motto, you might be tempted to ask, "Why not be afraid? We live in frightening times!" And indeed, the world seems a scarier place than it did this time last year, or even six months ago, or perhaps even last week, as we tumble headlong into a kind of national and global chaos, unfamiliar to us and full of foreboding and dread. And there certainly is...
2017-12-2203 min
Refreshing BreadThe Mission of the Church Today - KerygmaFirst in this series of 4 episodes on the mission of the Church today, Fr. Calin speaks today about kerygma (the power to proclaim) and how this power is present and can be used in our own lives.
2017-12-0911 min
Refreshing BreadThe Gift - Bishop Botean Easter Message (2017)While "Refreshing Bread" is transforming, enjoy the gift of Bishop John Michael Botean. Christ is Risen! What a gift!
2017-04-1604 min
Refreshing BreadJesus' Call (S2E47)In today’s episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Adrian Rosca meditates upon the simple but often forgotten truth: Jesus has come to call sinners and heal them. Those who are well are not in need of healing. Since we are all sinners in one way or another, Jesus calls us, you and me. How do we respond to his call?
In today’s episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Adrian Rosca
Mark 2:14-17
Music: Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
2017-03-2405 min
Refreshing BreadHonesty and justice (S2E46)In today’s episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Adrian Rosca reminds us that dishonesty equates victims. In contrast, God is fair and right and expects the same from us. God is perfects and expects us to be perfect. Loves honesty and integrity and will bless us if we are just and fair.
Proverbs 10:31 – 11:12
Music: Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
2017-03-2405 min
Refreshing BreadA Story of Two Invitations (S2E45)In today’s episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Adrian Rosca makes an insightful analogy: imagine receiving two invitations to dine at different restaurants. The first is in the best restaurant in town, the second is a place almost shut down by the health inspector. Which one will you accept? Similarly, in our reading wisdom’s invitation to humanity is to a banquet at her house, with best food and drinks, great people and all are welcome. Foolishness, invites humanity to a different kind of meal – stolen food, eaten in secret; death is her guest. Which one will you choose?
Proverbs 9:12 - 9:18...
2017-03-1605 min
Refreshing BreadThe Abundant Life (S2E44)In today’s episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Adrian Rosca speaks about wisdom as a “treasure of blessings.” Wisdom offers us life in God’s favor. This is the abundant life, this is the best life, this includes eternal life. Wisdom is knowing the perfect will of our loving God for every aspect and choice of life. It is the ability and knowledge of making decisions in every part of our life.
Proverbs 8:32 - 9:11
Music: Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
2017-03-1605 min
Refreshing BreadWisdom, God’s delight (S2E43)In today’s episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Adrian Rosca meditates upon wisdom as a personified being who invites us all to be attentive to her words and influence in human society, calling out people from all walks of life. Wisdom is the voice who stands among the people and demands attention; she is the guiding force to all human affairs. Wisdom is God’s delight!
Proverbs 8:1-21
Music: Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
2017-03-1606 min
Refreshing BreadTeaching with Compassion (S2E42)In today’s episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Ovidiu Marginean is reflecting on the importance of our need to preach, teaching and acting with compassion just like Jesus did.
Mark 1:35-44
Music: Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
2017-03-1205 min
Refreshing BreadOn adultery (S2E41)In today’s episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Ovidiu Marginean is reflecting upon the destroying power of the person who gives in the temptation of adultery.
Proverbs 6:20 – 7:1
Music: Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
2017-03-1007 min
Refreshing BreadThe power of community (S2E40)In today’s episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Ovidiu Marginean is reflecting on the importance of our community. Just as in the case of ants or bees, a Christian life lived as a group where each member works for the good of the community not just themselves, is ultimately a life wisely lived.
Proverbs 6:3-20
Music: Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
2017-03-1007 min
Refreshing BreadWisdom in marriage (S2E38)In today’s episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Ovidiu Marginean is focusing on wisdom and marriage.
Wisdom is having God always connected to one's marriage through ongoing communication and sharing with one's loved one the joys and sorrows of the day.
Proverbs 5:1-15
Music: Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
2017-03-1006 min
Refreshing BreadWisdom as a goal (S2E37)In today’s episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Ovidiu Marginean is reflecting on wisdom, our preserver and safe guarder, but also the power of understanding, as goals we should all pursue in our daily living.
Proverbs 5:15-6:3
Music: Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
2017-03-1007 min
Refreshing BreadFidelity in Marriage (S2E39)In today’s episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Ovidiu Marginean is reflecting on the practical advice this section of proverbs on marriage, namely the emphasis placed on fidelity, which is key for a good life in marriage.
Proverbs 5:15- 6:3
Music: Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
2017-03-0905 min
Refreshing BreadBeyond the Sabbath (S2E36)In today’s episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Calin Tamiian meditates on Jesus' true love and courage as visible in his story of healing during the Sabbath.
Mark 2:23-28; 3:1-5
Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
2017-03-0406 min
Refreshing BreadDoing good, today!(S2E35)In today’s episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Calin Tamiian focuses on the idea of doing good for our neighbors today - not tomorrow or the week after - but in the present moment.
Proverbs 3:19-34
Music: Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
2017-03-0306 min
Refreshing BreadThe Lord's discipline (S2E34)In today's episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Calin Tamiian meditates on how the Lord disciplines us. These moments are opportunities to grow. Discipline and some reproof although not pleasant in the moment, if done in love might bring good fruits in the end.
Proverbs 3:1-18
Music: Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
2017-03-0305 min
Refreshing BreadUnchanging wisdom (S2E33)In today’s episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Calin Tamiian explores further the wisdom of God, one that does not change from one season to another, from one generation to another. This understanding will enable us to make our life more pleasant, prudent in regards to our temptations, and compassionate with our brothers and sisters in their realities.
Proverbs 2:1-22
Music: Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
2017-03-0106 min
Refreshing BreadOn Security (S2E32)In today’s episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Calin Tamiian is reflecting on the focus we place on our material and spiritual security. Security is of great importance to all of us. Yet, all the dimensions of our security, including our future are encompassed in the wisdom of God. Consequently, an easy heart is one that puts not its hope and faith into the things of the world but it comes from trusting God.
Proverbs 1:20-33
Music: Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
2017-02-2805 min
Refreshing BreadGod's wisdom (S2E31)In today’s episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Calin Tamiian is reflecting on God’s wisdom and our foolishness. The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge. Fools despise wisdom and instruction. We are fools when we are full of ourselves. Yet in the fear of the Lord we will find the true knowledge. Are we humble enough to let God guide us in this season of Lent and hear God’s voice in the voices of our brothers and sisters?
Proverbs 1:1-20
Music: Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
2017-02-2706 min
Refreshing BreadA different kind of Testament (S2E30)Meditation by Fr. Cristian Laslo
Today’s reading presents us part of the Testament that Christ left for his followers. After His passion, He anticipates the apparition of false witnesses; He reassures his disciples about the end of the ages, and he impels them to a virtuous life, for “all things are lawful, but not all things are helpful. All things are lawful, but not all things build up.” (2 Corinthians 10, 23).
We heard about the false prophets that will rise, those who never knew God, but will try to impose their ideas about Him; those who will ask for benefits for their...
2017-02-1806 min
Refreshing BreadRenunciation in favor of Love (S2E29)Meditation by Fr. Cristian Laslo
The Roman soldiers are taking Jesus up to Golgotha for the supreme sacrifice. For them it was only an amusement, for the Jews a revenge, but for the rest of mankind it was an act of kindness and mercy, the supreme act of love for the humanity.
In the praetorium, or the Pilate’s palace court Jesus is stripped of his shirt and beaten without reason. Pilate thought that like that he could temper the Jewish accusers, but they did not have enough; they’ve received Barabbas, and now they wanted Jesus’ life. The soldiers are ta...
2017-02-1706 min
Refreshing BreadThe Right Choice (S2E28)Meditation by Fr. Cristian Laslo
Today’s Gospel is inviting us to reflect upon our Savior who is brought in front of the world’ rulers to be judged for revealing God’ love for mankind. Trying to interfere as little as possible in Jewish community, Pilate offers them to choose between Jesus and Barabbas, a killer. And they have chosen the killer.
Jesus’ dialog with Pilate is more like a friendly talking than an interrogation. At Pilate’s questions, Jesus is not answering; He didn’t come to justify Himself. He came to act accordingly to the Father’ will. “He was oppressed, and h...
2017-02-1606 min
Refreshing BreadFrom words to facts (S2E27)Meditation by Fr. Cristian Laslo
In today’s Gospel we meet Jesus praying in Gethsemane garden, where He is found by Judah and the Temple’s guard. Through a kiss Jesus is identified, caught, and brought in front of a illegitimate court. They are bringing him false testimonies, but He doesn’t collaborate with the vicious men. Revealing Himself as the Son of God, they accuse Him of blasphemy, and they are sending him at the Roman authority.
When we read the end of chapter 14 in the Gospel according to Mark, our heart can be filled with resentment against Jesus’ disciple...
2017-02-1509 min
Refreshing BreadAdopting the true Love (S2E26)Meditation by Fr. Cristian Laslo
“This day shall be for you a memorial day, and you shall keep it as a feast to the Lord, throughout your generations you shall observe it as an ordinance for ever.” (Book of Exodus 12, 14).
Chapter 14 from the Gospel of Mark contemplates of the Last Supper, and Jesus’ prayer in the Garden of Gethsemane. It also reveals the the perverted nature of mankind, using the image of the corrupted Judah and the weakness of the other disciples.
Jesus is observing the Mosaic law before the Passover, sitting together with his brothers… true the corrupted ones. He knew...
2017-02-1409 min
Refreshing BreadFrom Death to Life (S2E25)Meditation by Fr. Cristian Laslo
In today’s Gospel Jesus is ready to enter in Jerusalem as the true Son of Man, like the old kings of Israel. His disciples are preparing the colt on which no one has ever sat, the crowds are spreading their garments on the road, and leafy branches, crying out loud “Hosanna!...” The King is bringing the new life to the mankind.
A very ridiculous trend in every generation is to be concerned about the end of the world, about the apocalypse. If not, we are investing time in all kind of projects or hobbies, neglec...
2017-02-1305 min
Refreshing BreadThe virtue of giving (S2E24)In today’s episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Radu Titonea meditates on the way we give. When we don’t have but give, it is not the amount that counts, but the heart or intention behind the giving. Similarly, when we have more, we don’t have to always do the math, but rather focus on God’s and our own satisfaction for the help that we have provided. All in all, in this life, the more we give, the more we will receive.
Luke 20:45-47; 21:1-4
Music: Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
2017-02-1105 min
Refreshing BreadGod deserves our best (S2E23)In today’s episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Radu Titonea meditates upon the only extravaganza Jesus made in his life – accepting the ointment poured on him by the woman. When we do something to please God, even if it looks like a waste, it is not. God deserves our best, because God is the best.
Mark 14:3-9
Music: Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
2017-02-1006 min
Refreshing BreadBe prepared (S2E22)In today’s episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Radu Titonea encourages us to be attentive moment in and moment out, because we know not when the end is coming. Being prepared through confession, prayer and good relationships enforces us to constantly consider the two directions of our lives: developing our relationship with God and our relationship with other human beings.
Mark 13:31-27; 14:1-2
Music: Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
2017-02-0905 min
Refreshing BreadHow might Heaven look like? (S2E21)In today’s episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Radu Titonea invites us to stop and think for a moment how might Heaven look like.
Mark 13:24-31
Music: Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
2017-02-0805 min
Refreshing BreadIf today was the end... (S2E20)In today’s episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Radu Titonea meditates on the end of times. The real question is not whether it is coming or not. The appropriate question is if it comes today, am I ready?
Mark 13:14-23
Music: Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
2017-02-0805 min
Refreshing BreadLoving one's enemy (S2E19)In today’s episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Radu Titonea meditates on how those who believe in the gospel and try to live accordingly to their beliefs are being rejected and persecuted by the society or even by their own families. Society’s focus on individualism seems to be in contrast with Jesus' teaching of loving one's enemy.
Mark 13:9-13
Music: Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
2017-02-0704 min
Refreshing BreadOn persistent prayer S2E18In today’s episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Adrian Rosca meditates on the need for persistent prayer in our lives both during the good times but especially during the difficult times. As we pray we begin to realize that ultimately what we want is what we need, and what we need is to bring our thinking, dreams and ambitions totally in line with God’s way of seeing things.
Luke 18:2-8
Music: Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
2017-02-0505 min
Refreshing BreadThe Internal Temple (S2E17)In today’s episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Adrian Rosca reminds us of our ephemeral nature. One day the great buildings and structures of our lives will fall. The very things we built our trust upon to give us identity, meaning and security will eventually collapse. Life changes, loved ones die, relationships break up, bodies get sick. Nevertheless, God’s dwelling in our heart cannot be destroyed…
Mark 13:1-8
Music: Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
2017-02-0305 min
Refreshing BreadStretching our faith S2E16In today’s episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Adrian Rosca meditates on the story of Jesus' presentation in the temple, with a special focus on Mary and Joseph. Their experience, always stretching their beliefs and faith is a powerful source of inspiration for us all.
Luke 2:22-40
Music: Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
2017-02-0207 min
Refreshing BreadThe Major Commandments (S2E15)In today’s episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Adrian Rosca invites us to think about the two major commandments Jesus gives to the Scribe: love your God and love your neighbor. One cannot exist without the other. The question is how do we apply it in our daily living?
Mark 12:28-37
Music: Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
2017-02-0106 min
Refreshing BreadThe exercise of trust (S2E14)In today’s episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Adrian Rosca challenges us to consider the difficult times when just like the Sadducees we are tempted to ask Jesus trick questions and doubt his presence and influence in our lives. In this situation, remembering the times of consolation, when Jesus' was a felt presence is a powerful exercise to remind ourselves of his eternal commitment to our well-being.
Mark 12:18-27
Music: Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
2017-01-3105 min
Refreshing BreadWe are the light (S2E13)In today’s episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Adrian Rosca meditates about humans being the light of the world. We need to share our light with everyone we encounter. How do we share our light? God invitation is for us to shine generously through our day to day acts.
Matthew 5:14-19
Music: Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
2017-01-3105 min
Refreshing BreadWitnessing God's love (S2E12)In today’s episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Calin meditates on the shorter form of the Beatitudes. It is the process of emptying ourselves of our selves – of being so poor that we are spiritually bankrupt. That is just the beginning of our journey. One that forces us to starve, hunger, morn and weep and rely upon the righteousness of the Lord. All these spiritual experiences’ sole purpose is witnessing to Christ and therefore, to allow His message of love to be made visible through us.
Luke 6, 17-23
Music: Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
2017-01-2805 min
Refreshing BreadOne Flock, One Shepherd (S2E11)In today’s episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Calin meditates upon God’s ultimate goal: to have one flock with one shepherd. In our own spiritual life how are we using our thoughts, our works and our desires to embrace the vision of uniting this flock?
John 10, 9-16
Music: Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
2017-01-2705 min
Refreshing BreadThe riddle of our hearts (S2E10)In today’s episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Calin reflects on the scribes who are challenging Jesus’ authority, by asking him riddles of their minds. Jesus deflects that challenge and wants to expose the riddle of their heart instead. What is in their hearts – the power of God, the faith in our creator, the light of the Holy Spirit, or is it just darkness and desires that have to do with this world? What is in our own hearts?
Mark 11, 27-33
Music: Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
2017-01-2606 min
Refreshing BreadHaving faith in God (S2E9)In today's episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Calin brings up the topic of faith.
How do we have faith in God? Both the simple and complex answer is prayer.
A prayer of faith, a prayer of expectations, a prayer of charity. These three prayers are three ways to dialogue with God.
Mark 11, 22-26
Music: Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
2017-01-2506 min
Refreshing BreadBearing fruit (S2E8)In today’s episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Ovidiu Marginean invites us to think upon our calling to bear fruit. In this sense we see the contrast in Jesus’ attitude towards the fruitless fig tree or the prayerless people in the temple. On our trip to become divine prayer and fruit bearing are essential.
Mark 11, 11-23
Music: Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
2017-01-2407 min
Refreshing BreadAsk and it shall be given (S2E7)In today’s episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Ovidiu Marginean invites us to consider the fact that God is with us and in due time grants our deep desires. “Ask and it shall be given to you” is portrayed by the blind man receiving his sight. What do we do after we receive healing and blessings in our own lives? Or do we recognize God’s manifestation at all in our moment by moment living?
Mark 10, 46-52
Music: Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
2017-01-2305 min
Refreshing BreadGreatness in smallness (S2E6)In today’s episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Ovidiu Marginean invites us to think that just as the grain of mustard seed becomes a tall-standing tree through proper and regular care, the same way the smallest things we do (acts of love, care and kindness) can bring great spiritual fruits if done regularly. Luke 13:19-29 Music: Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
2017-01-2106 min
Refreshing BreadThy Will be DoneIn today’s episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Ovidiu Marginean invites us to think at Judas’ story and the way in which Satan uses him as a tool to overcome God’s plan. Nevertheless, God’s plan and will is fulfilled through Jesus. In what ways can we relate this story in our lives? In what way is God’s plan better than our plans? Luke: 21:37-38; 22:1-8 Music: Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
2017-01-2007 min
Refreshing BreadDaily redemption (S2E4)In today’s episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Ovidiu Marginean invites us to think about redemption, which is at hand. Once we become aware of all the graces God gives us on a daily basis, our spiritual life will bloom.
Luke 21:28-33
Music: Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
2017-01-1905 min
Refreshing BreadIn times of persecution (S2E2)In today’s episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Calin Tamiian meditates on the connection between the beatitudes and our spiritual growth in the context of persecution. By standing firm in times of trouble God promises us an increase in hope, courage and the true life.
Luke 21:12-19
Music: Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
2017-01-1806 min
Refreshing BreadBeyond the momentary (S2E3)In today’s episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Ovidiu Marginean meditates on the temporality of the Temple and the eternity of Jesus. “Nations will rise against nation, kingdom against kingdom”, but God’s selfless love will remain permanent for us and in us.
Luke 21:5-8; 10-11; 20-24.
Music: Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
2017-01-1807 min
Refreshing BreadBelieving in RessurectionIn today’s episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Ovidiu Marginean meditates upon the story when Jesus is tested about the Resurrection. Luke 20:27-43 Music: Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
2017-01-1606 min
Refreshing BreadRefreshing Bread - In spirit and truthIn today’s episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Calin Tamiian speaks about the young rich aristocrat’s emotional interaction with Jesus. But as Jesus points out, emotions alone are not enough. Worshipping God should be both in spirit and truth. We need to verify our emotions in the truth of the scriptures and in the spirit of the gospel in following Christ.
What are the emotions that accompany us when contemplating the gift of God in the manger in Bethlehem? Similarly, to these emotions, we are invited to rely also on faithfulness and obedience, trust and patience, humble heartedness and meek...
2016-12-2706 min
Refreshing BreadRefreshing Bread - To such as these childrenIn today’s episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Calin Tamiian meditates on the way Jesus resets the standards of Christianity by focusing on how important children are for our future. Jesus highlights the way in which we should pay attention to them, support them, encourage them, and guide them in their spiritual growth. Our busyness should not hinder our affection and attention to them but rather we should imitate Jesus’ appreciation and emphasis on how important they really are, because the kingdom of God belongs to such as these children.
Mark 10:11-17
Music: Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
2016-12-2705 min
Refreshing BreadRefreshing Bread - For better or for worseIn today’s episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Calin Tamiian reminds us on the importance and sanctity of marriage viewed through Jesus’ eyes. Marriage is both tied in passion and responsibility, both physical attraction and spiritual unity, but mostly, marriage is rooted in God.
Mark 10:2-12
Music: Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
2016-12-2105 min
Refreshing BreadRefreshing Bread - The salt of the earthIn today’s episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Calin Tamiian speaks about the practical and symbolical importance of salt. Salt is the “flavor of faith” and for God we are all the salt of the earth. Similarly for us Jesus can be the salt of our life, bringing zest and flavor in our daily existence.
Mark 9:41-49; 10:1
Music: Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
2016-12-2106 min
Refreshing BreadRefreshing Bread - We want a signIn today’s episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Radu Titonea is asking us a rhetorical question: Why does this generation demand a sign? Why do we worry so much about proof? We want and demand to be given to us “right now”, rather than pray and be mindful about it, letting God decide for the appropriate time and place. Although we have been given signs over and over throughout our lives, our need to feel, see, touch, etc. is hard wired in us, rather than the ongoing trust in God.
Mark 8:11-21
Music: Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
2016-12-1307 min
Refreshing BreadRefreshing Bread - Small things matterIn today’s episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Ovidiu Marginean invites us to think that just as the grain of mustard seed becomes a tall-standing tree through proper and regular care, the same way the smallest things we do (acts of love, care and kindness) can bring great spiritual fruits if done regularly.
Luke 13:19-29
Music: Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
2016-12-1006 min
Refreshing BreadRefreshing Bread - God's plan, our planIn today’s episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Ovidiu Marginean invites us to think at Judas’ story and the way in which Satan uses him as a tool to overcome God’s plan. Nevertheless, God’s plan and will is fulfilled through Jesus. In what ways can we relate this story in our lives? In what way is God’s plan better than our plans?
Luke: 21:37-38; 22:1-8
Music: Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
2016-12-0907 min
Refreshing BreadRefreshing Bread - Eternal vs. temporalIn today’s episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Ovidiu Marginean meditates on the temporality of the Temple and the eternity of Jesus. “Nations will rise against nation, kingdom against kingdom”, but God’s selfless love will remain permanent for us and in us.
Luke 21:5-8; 10-11; 20-24.
Music: Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
2016-12-0707 min
Refreshing BreadRefreshing Bread - You are blessedIn today’s episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Ovidiu Marginean meditates upon the beatitudes. It seems in life that those who have less appreciate more. God invites us to experience feeling poor, feeling weepy, feeling hungry again, in order to appreciate what we have and who we are.
Luke 6:17-23
Music: Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
2016-12-0605 min
Refreshing BreadRefreshing Bread - On ResurrectionIn today’s episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Ovidiu Marginean meditates upon the story when Jesus is tested about the Resurrection.
Luke 20:27-43
Music: Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
2016-12-0506 min
Refreshing BreadRefreshing Bread - Are we getting ready?In today’s episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Alin Dogaru challenges us to asks ourselves if we are ready for Christ. We do not know the day or hour when Christ will return, but our hearts, minds and souls need to be ready, during this season and beyond. Are we getting ready day in and day out, year-round?
Luke 12:32-40
Music: Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
2016-12-0506 min
Refreshing BreadRefreshing Bread - Agents of changeIn today’s episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Alin Dogaru speaks about the scribes and chief priests who challenged Jesus for not taking responsibility for their choices (or lack of). They neither wanted to follow the laws of the current state nor wanted to rebel and be agents of change – instead they were looking only for a scapegoat.
Are we taking courage and initiative to create change in our world?
Luke 20: 19-26
Music: Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
2016-12-0505 min
Refreshing BreadRefreshing Bread - The CornerstoneIn today’s episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Alin Dogaru invites us to contemplate the stone that the builders rejected and which has become the cornerstone. Jesus refers to himself as the cornerstone – the very essence of a building’s structure – but one that is being missed by the builders of this world – us. Are we welcoming, rejecting or obliterating him and our sisters and brothers?
Luke 20:9-18
Music: Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
2016-12-0206 min
Refreshing BreadRefreshing Bread - Caring about the TruthIn today’s episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Alin Dogaru meditates on the importance of finding and embracing truth in our lives. Just like in the Pharisees’ case, God will challenge and place us between a rock and a hard place, so as to choose what is true. This is the time of the year when we remember that Truth has become flesh, lived among us, and continues to offers peace within our hearts and minds.
Luke 20:1-8
Music: Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
2016-11-3005 min
Refreshing BreadRefreshing Bread - Restoring our templeIn today's episode, Fr. Alin Dogaru meditates on the connection between our body and the temple in Jerusalem.
If our body is the temple of the Holy Spirit how do we care for this temple?
When Jesus first enters this temple he finds chaos, just like in Jerusalem: body, soul and spirit filled with impurities. Yet, no matter how much we trash this temple, Jesus is ready and willing to restore it back to its primordial glory and beauty - if only we could open the doors of our hearts.
Luke 19:45-48
Music: Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
2016-11-2905 min
Refreshing BreadRefreshing Bread - The importance of CreationIn today’s episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Alin Dogaru speaks about the joy the disciples felt when seeing God’s manifestation in Jesus’ works during their lifetime. In this sense, human beings created in the image and likeness of God, have a choice: embrace the nature of children of the Most High (like the disciples), or reject it, turn our back to the Creator and His Creation (like the Pharisees).
Luke 19:37-44
Music: Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
2016-11-2905 min
Refreshing BreadRefreshing Bread - A person’s true gloryIn today’s episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Calin Tamiian reminds us that despite the remarkable powers God provided to the apostles, including power over demons, they are still subject to the primordial sin: pride. What is the true glory of us Christians if not truly to be humble before the Lord? If pride bans us from Heaven, remember that humility is truly the passport to the presence of God!
Luke 10:19-21
Music: Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
2016-11-2605 min
Refreshing BreadRefreshing Bread - The king’s trust in his servantsIn today’s episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Calin Tamiian meditates on the manner in which our good works, our growth in size and responsibilities are God’s gift. If we accomplish these successfully, the result is trust manifested not in retirement and relaxation, but even more work opportunities for God’s divine plan.
Luke 19:12-28
Music: Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
2016-11-2506 min
Refreshing BreadRefreshing Bread - In a childlike wayIn today’s episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Calin Tamiian meditates on Jesus’ wisdom to point out the spiritual values that children possess – sense of wander, trust, obedience, and ease of forgiveness. These are the values that will determine our openness to the Kingdom of God.
Luke 18:15-17, 26-30
Music: Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
2016-11-2305 min
Refreshing BreadRefreshing Bread - The Second Coming of JesusIn today’s episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Calin Tamiian speaks about Jesus’ unsettling description of the context of his second coming. Where do we find ourselves in this context?
Luke 17:26-37, 18:8
Music: Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
2016-11-2306 min
Refreshing BreadRefreshing Bread - The clash of two temperamentsIn today’s episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Calin Tamiian ponders upon the Jesus’ interaction with Mary and Martha. Why is this encounter still meaningful today as two options always in front of us? Why is this clash of temperaments so powerful and only one true? What is that one thing that’s needed that Mary gets and Martha does not? Listen to this episode to find out the answer.
Luke 10:38-42; 11:27-28
Music: Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
2016-11-2205 min
Refreshing BreadRefreshing Bread - Good followersIn today’s episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Radu Titonea reminds us that as human beings we want to take care of human business first before following Jesus, because we are too attached to the material. Jesus, even if he’s not present physically, is still present within us, constantly sending an invitation to follow him. What is our answer today?
Luke 9:57-62
Music: Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
2016-11-1906 min
Refreshing BreadRefreshing Bread - God knows our heartsIn today’s episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Radu Titonea invites us to contemplate the fact that despite living in a world of “fake” and “hypocrisy” God knows our hearts. How can we stay real? How can we react to the “fake” that surrounds us? The answer lies in our complete and transparent connection to God.
Luke 16:15-18; 17:1-4
Music: Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
2016-11-1805 min
Refreshing BreadRefreshing Bread - Being good stewardsIn today’s episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Radu Titonea meditates on being good stewards with God’s gifts. In this sense, the more we give (share) from our gifts the more we will receive.
Luke 16:1-9
Music: Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
2016-11-1707 min
Refreshing BreadRefreshing Bread - Not perfect, but perfectibleIn today’s episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Radu Titonea focuses on the openness of the love of God to all people, to all imperfect people. Pope Francis’ quote speaks volumes: “The Church is not a club of the perfect but rather a hospital of the sick.” God meets us exactly where we are. Thus, we are not perfect but perfectible. The way we can overcome our imperfect nature is by humbling ourselves and letting God’s power mold us into spiritual perfection.
Luke 15:1-10
Music: Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
2016-11-1605 min
Refreshing BreadRefreshing Bread - Putting Christ firstIn today’s episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Radu Titonea meditates on the first day of Christmas Lent. How can we become Christ’s disciple? Simply by putting him first.
Luke 14:25-35
Music: Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
2016-11-1505 min
Refreshing BreadRefreshing Bread - Money and SoulIn today’s episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Radu Titonea meditates on how the material problem (the money problem) has been a constant concern in the history of mankind. Jesus doesn't avoid the subject but confronts it, proclaiming that although it's a significant aspect of our life, it should not be the center of it. Rather, the salvation of our soul should be our constant focus.
Luke 12:1, 12-15
Music: Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
2016-11-1505 min
Refreshing BreadRefreshing Bread - In search for something betterIn today’s episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Ovidiu Marginean meditates on our continuous search for finding something better in our lives. And it’s not a better home, car, job, or anything material and fading. To receive ”something better”, similar to the power of faith and healing that Jesus had, we are invited to connect with God through prayer, meditation and fasting.
Luke 9:37-44
Music: Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
2016-11-1205 min
Refreshing BreadRefreshing Bread - Overcoming our fearIn today’s episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Ovidiu Marginean meditates upon Jesus’ stand in face of fear while being on his mission. Jesus has an attitude of complete disregard of fear and entire focus on his mission. This is a great example for us as well: when fear hits us, focus back on our mission - our journey with God.
Luke 13:31-35
Music: Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
2016-11-1105 min
Refreshing BreadRefreshing Bread - How evil worksIn today’s episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Ovidiu Marginean challenges us to consider how evil works in our life. Who is causing evil? Just one person or a few? Or are we all contributing to it bit by bit? If we are all interconnected in good and evil, then the change we produce in our personal life will be reflected and felt on a greater scale as well.
Luke 13:1-9
Music: Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
2016-11-1005 min
Refreshing BreadRefreshing Bread - To whom much is givenIn today’s episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Ovidiu Marginean invites us to focus our attention on Jesus who is challenging us to live our lives and what all we receive by giving back in return. Today, have I done enough for others as I have done for myself?
Luke 12:48-59
Music: Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
2016-11-0905 min
Refreshing BreadRefreshing Bread - Our great power from GodIn today’s episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Ovidiu Marginean invites us to contemplate the power we received from God, one that links us directly to God, a power even greater than that of archangels and angel.
Luke 10:16-21
Music: Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
2016-11-0905 min
Refreshing BreadRefreshing Bread - Traveling LightIn today’s episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Calin Tamiian raises the importance of travelling light on our spiritual journey. Just like the apostles were taught by Jesus to abandon all burdens that make their journey heavy to bear, so are we invited to let go of our attachments in our day to day race.
Luke 9:1-6
Music: Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
2016-11-0505 min
Refreshing BreadRefreshing Bread - On preserving our soulIn today’s episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Calin Tamiian invites us to continue trusting God in one’s spiritual life, because true value comes from preserving our soul, our God-like image for eternity from the powers of evil, every day of our lives.
Luke 12:2-12
Music: Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
2016-11-0405 min
Refreshing BreadRefreshing Bread - Knowing the true faithAre the only good prophets the dead ones? That seemed to have been the answer for the scribes during Jesus’ time, while having Christ in front of their eyes. Fr. Calin Tamiian explores this myopia that we might still suffer from even today.
Luke 11:47-54; 12:1
Music: Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
2016-11-0305 min
Refreshing BreadRefreshing Bread - Jesus the whistle blowerIn today’s episode of Refreshing Bread, Fr. Calin Tamiian speaks about Jesus’ encounter with the Pharisees, the scribes and the lawyers and their lack of connectivity with the reality of faith. Luke 11, 42-46.
Music: Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
2016-11-0205 min