Daily readings from one of the Fathers of the Church, Saints or Catholic official documents.
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Weekday Podcast from Dr. Tom Curran to awaken, unearth, and explore the riches of our Catholic Faith! Dr. Curran received his PhD in systematic theology from the Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C., a graduate degree in theology from the Gregorian University in Rome, and has an undergraduate degree in philosophy. For over 15 years Dr. Curran has been the host of a Catholic weekday radio show and podcast that airs on more than 10 stations and reaches tens of thousands of Cathol ...
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Homilies preached by Father Dave Dwyer, CSP. Father Dave is a Catholic priest, member of the Paulist Fathers, and Executive Director of Busted Halo Ministries. He is also host of the popular show, “The Busted Halo Show with Father Dave Dwyer” on The Catholic Channel, SiriusXM, channel 129. He most often preaches at the Church of St. Paul the Apostle in New York City.
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Today, October 16, as our Church celebrates the Memorial of Margaret Mary Alacoque, Virgin, we are invited to first reflect on a passage from the first letter of apostle Paul to the Corinthians (7: 25-40), entitled “Christian Chastity”. Our treasure, which follows, is from a letter by Saint Margaret Mary Alacoque, virgin. Saint Margaret Mary was bo…
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Memorial of Saint Jerome, Priest and Doctor of the Church. On Father Dave’s 60th birthday, he reflects on humility as detailed in today’s readings. We are called to know our place before God and to bless his name. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, NY on 09-30-24
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Twenty-Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time. Father Dave reflects on if we can attain heaven through faith or good works alone. He challenges us to have a faith that inspires action and helps us follow Jesus into difficult situations. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, NY on 09-15-24
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Wednesday of the Twenty-third Week in Ordinary Time. On the 23rd anniversary of the September 11th terrorist attacks, Father Dave reflects on the reality of evil. We remember that eternal life comes from the ashes, as Luke’s Gospel details in the Beatitudes. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, NY on 09-11-24…
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Twenty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time. Father Dave challenges us to think of a time when we could not physically speak. We are called to remember those in our lives without a voice and help bring them to God. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, NY on 09-08-24
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Memorial of the Passion of Saint John the Baptist. Father Dave asks if we’ve ever made a promise that we could not live up to. Today’s readings remind us that God always keeps his promises, even when we feel like he is not present. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, NY on 08-29-24…
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Dr. Tom Curran talks about the biggest surprises on his journey hiking the Camino and shares insights on living the Camino AFTER the Camino. Watch this content and more @MyCatholicFaithTV
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Today, October 15, as our Church celebrates the Memorial of Teresa of Avila, Virgin and Doctor, we are invited to first reflect on a passage from the book of Sirach (39: 4-10), entitled “The wisdom of a man who is learned in the Scriptures”. Our treasure, which follows, is from a work by Saint Teresa of Avila, virgin. Saint Teresa was born at Avila…
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From the Archive! Dr. Tom Curran asks Monday Cohosts Fr. Kurt Nagel and Fr. Jeff Lewis: How do you prepare for your Sunday homilies? Later in the program, today's hosts reflect on a few quotes from St. Teresa of Jesus.
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On Monday of the Twenty-Eight Week in Ordinary Time our Church invites us to first read and reflect on a passage from the beginning of the book of the prophet Haggai (2:11-24) entitled “Future blessings. A promise to Zerubbabel”. Our treasure, which follows, is from a treatise against Fabianus by Saint Fulgentius of Ruspe, bishop. Saint Fulgentius …
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On the Twenty-Eight Sunday in Ordinary Time our Church invites us to first read and reflect on a passage from the beginning of the book of the prophet Haggai (1: 1—2:10) entitled “Exhortation to rebuild the temple and its future glory”. Our treasure, which follows, is from a commentary on Haggai by Cyril of Alexander, bishop. Saint Cyril was born i…
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On Saturday of the Twenty-seventh Week in Ordinary Time our Church invites us to first read and reflect on a passage from the beginning of the letter of the apostle Paul to Timothy (5:11-21) entitled “The final exhortation”. Our treasure, which follows, is from a homily on the Gospels by Saint Gregory the Great, pope. Saint Gregory the Great was bo…
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Dr. Tom Curran evaluates his Camino journey by asking the question: What was that all about?. Tom talks about some obstacles in his route back home from Santiago de Compostela to Spokane, WA. Watch Tom on his Camino Journey @MyCatholicFaithTV
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Today, October 11 , as our Church celebrates the Memorial of John XXIII, pope, we are encouraged to read and reflect on a passage of the apostle Paul to Titus (1:7-11:2:1-8), entitled “The teaching of the Apostle on the qualities and duties of bishops”. Our treasure, which follows, is from a sermon by Saint Leo the Great, pope. Saint Pope John XXII…
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Dr. Tom Curran finishes his Camino journey with Mass at The Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela. Tom talks about what made him sad, joyful and surprised about completing his final stage. Watch Tom on his Camino Journey @MyCatholicFaithTV
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On Thursday of the Twenty-seventh Week in Ordinary Time our Church invites us to first read and reflect on a passage from the beginning of the letter of the apostle Paul to Timothy (5:3-25) entitled “Concerning widows and elders”. Our treasure, which follows, is from a letter to the Philadelphians by Saint Ignatius of Antioch, bishop and martyr. Sa…
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Dr. Tom Curran shares insights on 6 factors that helped him hike his longest distance yet. Tom gives scripture accounts that refence Jesus as "The Way" Watch Tom on his Camino journey @MyCatholicFaithTV
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On Wednesday of the Twenty-seventh Week in Ordinary Time our Church invites us to first read and reflect on a passage from the beginning of the letter of the apostle Paul to Timothy (4:1—5:2) entitled “Concerning teachers of error; concerning respect for older people”. Our treasure, which follows, is from the beginning of the letter to the Trallian…
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Dr. Tom Curran enters into the final week of his journey walking the Camino de Santiago and shares stories of more divine appointments with fellow pilgrims. Watch Tom's Camino journey @MyCatholicFaithTV
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On Tuesday of the Twenty-seventh Week in Ordinary Time our Church invites us to first read and reflect on a passage from the beginning of the letter of the apostle Paul to Timothy (3:1-16) entitled “Concerning the ministers of the Church”. Our treasure, which follows, is from the beginning of the letter to the Trallians by Saint Ignatius of Antioch…
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From the Archive! Dr. Tom Curran and Fr. Jeff Lewis discuss 4 forms for living as an intentional, determined and courageous disciple today: St. Jerome Formation, “The Little Way” Formation, St. Francis Formation and Iron Sharpens Iron Formation.
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Today, October 7, as our Church celebrates the Memorial of Our Lady of the Rosary we are first invited to reflect on a passage from the letter of the apostle Paul to the Galatians (3:22 – – 4:7), entitled “Through faith we are the sons and heirs of God”. Our treasure, which follows, is from a sermon by Saint Bernard, abbot. This commemorative feast…
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On the Twenty-seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time our Church invites us to first reflect on a passage from the beginning of the letter of the apostle Paul to Timothy (1: 1-20) entitled “The mission of Timothy, Paul, a preacher of the Gospel”. Our treasure, which follows, is from the Pastoral Guide by Saint Gregory the Great, pope. Saint Gregory was bor…
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Today, October 4 , as our Church celebrates the Memorial of Sister Faustina Kowalska, we are first invited to reflect on a passage from the letter of the apostle Paul to the Philippians (3:7---4:1, 4-9), entitled “Rejoice in the Lord always”. Our treasure, which follows, is from a homily on the Gospels by Saint Gregory the Great, pope. Saint Maria …
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Dr. Tom Curran shares a story about more divine appointments, including missing a moment to meet a saint. Tom talks about the damaging impact of pornography on marriages and healing after betrayal. Watch Tom on his Camino journey @MyCatholicFaithTV
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Today, October 4, as our Church celebrates the Memorial of Francis of Assisi, we are invited to reflect on a passage from the letter of the apostle Paul to the Philippians (3:7---4:1, 4-9), entitled “Rejoice in the Lord always”. Our treasure, which follows, is from a letter written to all the faithful by Saint Francis of Assisi. Saint Francis was b…
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Dr. Tom Curran shares stories and insights from his Camino pilgrimage, including: an update on his 10x goals, fasting from carbs and sugar, hiking before sunrise, and meeting another Sound Insight listener.
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On Thursday of the Twenty-Sixth Week in Ordinary Time our Church invites us to first reflect on a passage from the letter of the apostle Paul to the Philippians (3: 1-16) entitled “The example of Paul”. Our treasure, which follows, is from a letter to the Philippians by Saint Polycarp, bishop and martyr. Saint Polycarp, the bishop of Smyrna, and a …
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Dr. Tom Curran shares insights on Week 4 of his Camino journey. Tom shares stories about reaching the Cruz de Ferro (Iron Cross), going to Mass, fasting on the Camino and injuring his ankle. Watch Tom's Camino journey @MyCatholicFaithTV
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Today, October 2, as our Church celebrates the Memorial of The Holy Guardian Angels, we are first invited to reflect on a passage from the first letter of the apostle Paul to the Philippians (2: 12-30), entitled “Work out your salvation”. Our treasure, which follows, is from a sermon by Saint Bernard, abbot. Guardian Angels are spiritual beings ass…
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Dr. Tom Curran shares insights from his pilgrimage, hiking the Camino de Santiago, the French Way. On this stage of his journey, Tom talks about his conversation with "Mr. D" about feeling lonely, falling away from faith and fearing God. Watch Tom on his Camino journey @MyCatholicFaithTV
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Today, October 1, as our Church celebrates the Memorial of Theresa of the Child Jesus, we are first invited to reflect on a passage from the first letter of the apostle Paul to the Corinthians (7: 25-40), entitled “Christian Chastity”. Our treasure, which follows, is from the autobiography of Saint Theresa of the Child Jesus, virgin. Saint Teresa w…
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Dr. Tom Curran asks Fr. Kurt Nagel to share insights on quotes by St. Jerome, Doctor of the Church. Today's hosts discuss themes, such as: the importance of studying scripture, being at peace with oneself, looking at the eyes, ignorance, and more!
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On Monday of the Twenty-Sixth Week in Ordinary Time our Church invites us to first reflect on a passage from the letter of the apostle Paul to the Philippians (1: 12-26) entitled “I long to be with Christ”. Our treasure, which follows, is from a letter to the Philippians by Saint Polycarp, bishop and martyr. Saint Polycarp, the bishop of Smyrna, an…
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On the Twenty-sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time our Church invites us to first reflect on a passage from the beginning of the letter of the apostle Paul to the Philippians (1: 1-11) entitled “Greeting and thanksgiving”. Our treasure, which follows, is from the beginning of the letter to the Philippians by Saint Polycarp, bishop and martyr. Saint Polyca…
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On Saturday of the Twenty-Fifth Week in Ordinary Time our Church invites us to first reflect on a passage from the book of the prophet Ezekiel (47: 1-12) entitled “The vision of the water flowing from the temple”. Our treasure, which follows, is from a discourse on the psalms by Saint Hilary, bishop. Saint Hilary was a fourth century bishop of Poit…
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Dr. Tom Curran reflects on reaching the halfway point of the Camino pilgrimage, the French Way. Tom talks about the six meanings of the word penance: spiritual exercise, to seek forgiveness, address and uproot the cause of sin, reparation, expiation, and solidarity.
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Dr. Tom Curran talks about divine appointment encounters on the Camino: walking 24 miles with another Catholic father and meeting a priest that has read his book on The Mass. Tom discerns the pros and cons of being ahead of schedule and finishing early. Watch Tom on his Camino journey @MyCatholicFaith.tv.…
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Today, September 27, as our Church celebrates the Memorial of Saint Vincent de Paul, we are first invited to reflect on a passage from the first letter of the apostle Paul to the Corinthians (12: 31—13: 13) entitled “The primacy of charity”. Our treasure, which follows, is from a writing by Saint Vincent de Paul, priest. St. Vincent de Paul was bor…
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On Thursday of the Twenty-Fifth Week in Ordinary Time our Church invites us to first reflect on a passage from the book of the prophet Ezekiel (37: 15-28) entitled “The union between Israel and Judah is foreshadowed”. Our treasure, which follows, is from a sermon On Pastors by Saint Augustine, bishop. Saint Augustine was born at Tagaste in Africa i…
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On Wednesday of the Twenty-Fifth Week in Ordinary Time our Church invites us to first reflect on a passage from the book of the prophet Ezekiel (37: 1-14) entitled “The vision of the resurrection of God’s people”. Our treasure, which follows, is from a sermon On Pastors by Saint Augustine, bishop. Saint Augustine was born at Tagaste in Africa in 35…
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Dr. Tom Curran continues to share stories from his pilgrimage, hiking the Camino, related to four different themes: 10x life, seeking His face, penance, and reparation. Watch Tom on his Camino journey @MyCatholicFaith.tv
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Dr. Tom Curran shares reflections from his second week hiking the Camino de Santiago. Tom talks about many divine appointments, both successes and failures. Watch Tom on his Camino journey @MyCatholicFaith.tv
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On Tuesday of the Twenty-Fifth Week in Ordinary Time our Church invites us to reflect on a passage from the book of the prophet Ezekiel (36: 16-36) entitled “God’s people will be restored in body, heart, and spirit”. Our treasure, which follows, is from a sermon On Pastors by Saint Augustine, bishop. Saint Augustine was born at Tagaste in Africa in…
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Dr. Tom Curran asks Fr. Kurt Nagel to respond to quotes from St. Padre Pio on topics, such as: dealing with anxiety, prayer as a weapon, taking small steps, and more! Fr. Nagel shares reflections from his visit to Pietrelcina, Italy, hometown of Padre Pio.
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Today, September 23, as our Church celebrates the Memorial of Saint Pius of Pietrelcina (Padre Pio), we are first invited to reflect on a passage from the first letter of Peter the apostle (5: 1-11) entitled “The duties of pastors and laity”. Our treasure, which follows, is from the degree on the ministry and life of priests of the Second Vatican C…
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On the Twenty-fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time our Church invites us to reflect on a passage from the book of the prophet Ezekiel (24: 15-27) entitled “The prophet’s life is a sign for the people”. Our treasure, which follows, is from a sermon On Pastors by Saint Augustine, bishop. Saint Augustine was born at Tagaste in Africa in 354. He was unsettled…
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Today, September 21, as our church celebrates the Feast of Matthew, Apostle, our Church invites us to reflect on a passage from Saint Paul’s letter to the Ephesians (4: 1-16), entitled “The different graces in the one body”. Our treasure, which follows, is from a homily by Saint Bede the Venerable, priest. Born in Capernaum, Saint Matthew was worki…
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Today, September 20, as our Church celebrates the Memorial of the Saints Andrew Kim Tae-gon and Paul Chong Ha-sang and companions, we are invited to reflect on a passage of Saint Paul’s letter to the Romans (8: 18-39), entitled “Nothing is able to separate us from the love of God which comes to us through Jesus Christ”. Our treasure, which follows,…
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On Thursday of the Twenty-Fourth Week in Ordinary Time our Church invites us to reflect on a passage from the beginning of book of the prophet Ezekiel (12: 1-16) entitled “The exile is symbolically foreshadowed”. Our treasure, which follows, is from a sermon On Pastors by Saint Augustine, bishop. Saint Augustine was born at Tagaste in Africa in 354…
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