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Bonus: 'Good, but' or 'Bad, but'

1 week ago | pillarcatholic.com | JD Flynn |Luke Coppen

JD is joined by The Pillar’s Senior Correspondent Luke Coppen to talk about Luke’s experience covering the past two conclaves as a journalist, and the fluctuating situation before the conclave begins on Wednesday. Then, they share their personal cardinal picks. ShareAre you a paying subscriber? Visit pillarcatholic.com/listen on your phoneCheck the top right co…
Better than Ezra

Jan 22, 2025 | pillarcatholic.com | JD Flynn |Kate Olivera

In these readings for the Third Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year C, the Israelites finally acknowledge their sins and Jesus declares a Jubilee Year. ShareAlready read the readings? Skip ahead to 7:35Reading 1 - Nehemiah 8:2-4a, 5-6, 8-10Psalm cf John 6:63c Psalm 19: 8-10, 14Reading 2 - 1 Corinthians 12:12-30Gospel - Luke 1:1-4; 4:14-21
Mawwiage is what bwings us together

Jan 15, 2025 | pillarcatholic.com | JD Flynn |Kate Olivera

It’s the Second Sunday in Ordinary Time! This week, Dr. Scott Powell talks about ancient Israel’s understanding of a jubilee year. He also shares a few reasons the wedding at Cana is more than just a magic trick precursor to Jesus’ other miracles. ShareAlready read the readings? Skip ahead to 5:15Reading 1 - Isaiah 62:1-5Psalm 96: 1-3, 7-10Reading 2 - 1 Corinthians 12:4-11Gospel - John 2:1-11
Bonus: Off The Wall with JD

Jan 8, 2025 | pillarcatholic.com | JD Flynn |Kate Olivera

JD asks some follow-up questions after going through the readings for the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord, Year C. We’re trying this out— give us feedback in the comments below!
Water and a servant song

Jan 8, 2025 | pillarcatholic.com | JD Flynn |Kate Olivera

It’s the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord! Join Dr. Scott Powell, JD Flynn and Kate Olivera as they unpack the first of the ’servant songs’ found in Isaiah— and link it to the creation story in Genesis. Scott talks about Acts 10, the turning point of the New Testament. Then, he makes some really cool connections about water. Already read the readings? Skip ahead to 6:20Reading 1 - Isaiah 42:1-4, 6-7Psalm 29: 1-4, 9-10Reading 2 - Acts 10: 34-38Gospel - Luke 3: 15-16, 21-22
Will an outgoing Gregory keep an incoming promise?

Jan 5, 2025 | pillarcatholic.com | JD Flynn

Cardinal Gregory's retirement is imminent. But what of his pledge of transparency?
On Gaudete Sunday, we wear rose

Dec 11, 2024 | pillarcatholic.com | JD Flynn |Kate Olivera

Shout for joy, everyone! It’s Gaudete Sunday. Dr. Scott Powell, JD Flynn and Kate Olivera talk about the readings for the Third Sunday of Advent. Already read the readings? Skip ahead to 4:25Reading 1 - Zep 3:14-18aIs 12:2-6Reading 2 - Phil 4:4-7Gospel - Lk 3:10-18Don't miss an episode— subscribe today!
The problem, the solution and the promise

Dec 4, 2024 | pillarcatholic.com | JD Flynn |Kate Olivera

This week, Dr. Scott Powell, JD Flynn and Kate Olivera talk about the readings for the Second Sunday of Advent, Year C— more bright moments in the midst of darkness. Already read the readings? Skip ahead to 5:10. Reading I - Bar 5:1-9Psalm - Ps 126: 1-6Reading II - Phil 1: 4-6, 8-11Gospel - Lk 3: 1-6Don't miss an episode— subscribe today!
Sunday School is back!

Nov 25, 2024 | pillarcatholic.com | JD Flynn |Kate Olivera

Sunday School is back in session! This podcast will feature the same great teaching from biblical scholar Dr. Scott Powell and a brand new weekly format focused on the readings we will hear at Sunday Mass. Watch for our first episode on Wednesday, all about the First Sunday of Advent, Year C. -Sunday School is free for now, but soon it will be available only to The Pillar’s paying subscribers. Subscribe now
I like Luce

Oct 28, 2024 | pillarcatholic.com | JD Flynn

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