Enlighten: Advent Reflections: Recent Episodes
All Saints Catholic Church, Dallas
Join us this Advent as we grow closer to God and learn how to better reflect His light into the world! From All Saints Catholic Church in Dallas, TX, 'Enlighten' will have daily episodes through all of Advent and the Christmas season, featuring different members of our Ministry Team.
In our season finale Paul talks about, humility, self-awareness, and how to prepare ourselves for Lent
Three sort of wise guys reflect on the gifts the Magi brought to the Christ Child and what gifts we all can bring to the Lord at Christmas.
Readings: Isaiah 60:1-6 , Ephesians 3:2-3a, 5-6 , Matthew 2:1-12
Today Kevin, Kyla, Paul, and Sister Barbara reflect on being grateful for God's love.
The readings for today can be found HERE
Today, Sophie and Kevin discuss St. John Neumann's life and reflect on their "fig tree moment."
You can find today's readings HERE.
Today we reflect on Jesus, as the Lamb of God.
You can find the readings of the day HERE
Best friends AND saints!? Sophie and Kevin talk about the lives of Saints Basil the Great and Gregory Nazianzen.
You can find today's readings HERE
Happy New Year! As we begin 2024, how do we want to make our dreams and resolutions bear fruit in the coming year?
The readings for today can be found HERE.
Sister Barbara and Kevin discuss why the family is called the "domestic church".
Readings for today can be found HERE
A special Christmas guest joins Kevin, and they discuss loving your neighbor, turtledoves, and sardines.
You can find the readings for today HERE.
Kevin and Father Garrett discuss the Holy Innocents and the power of blessings.
You can find the readings for today HERE
Today Paul and his guest, Noah, talk about the what it means to be a visible witness to Christ
We have a special guest, Father Garrett Bockman, who discusses the Octave of Christmas and our call to be witnesses to God in our lives.
The readings for today can be found HERE.
Merry Christmas from all of us at All Saints!
Readings for Christmas can be found HERE.
Nothing is impossible with God.
Readings: 2 Samuel 7:1-5, 8b-12, 14a, 16 , Romans 16:25-27 , Luke 1:26-38
Today, Paul discusses Zechariah's faithfulness and sharing the Light with others. #Advent #AllSaints
Today we reflect on the story of Hannah and her son Samuel. How can we share the gifts that God has given us with others and with God?
Readings: 1 Samuel 1:24-28 , Luke 1:46-56
Are you excited for Christmas yet?! Join Paul and Kevin as they contemplate the joy of the Christmas season!
Readings: Song of Songs 2:8-14 , Luke 1:39-45
8 days until Christmas! Paul and Kevin discuss the traditions of Christmas and reflect on Jesus, Our Saviour, coming into the world.
Readings: Isaiah 61:1-2A, 10-11 , 1 Thessalonians 5:16-24 , John 1:6-8, 19-28
Today we discuss the life and times of the prophet Elijah and reflect on how we can be prophets to the world around us.
Readings: Sirach 48:1-4, 9-11 , Matthew 17:9a, 10-13
Join Sophie today as she reflects on the readings and our progress so far in this Advent season.
Paul is joined by some special guest to talk about how we spread light to others during the Advent Season
Join Kevin and Sister Barbara as they discuss the life of St. Lucy of Syracuse and talk about consecrated life.
Readings: Isaiah 40:25-31 , Matthew 11:28-30
Join Sophie and Kevin as they talk about seeing family for Christmas and discuss more about Confession.
Happy Feast of the Immaculate Conception! Today we reflect on the plan of God to choose Mary to be the Mother of Jesus and how God chooses us to be bearers of Jesus too!
Readings: Genesis 3:9-15, 20 , Ephesians 1:3-6, 11-12 , Luke 1:26-38
In this episode, Paul asks us to reflect on three people who have helped us in our faith journey.
Join Sophie Acuna and Paul Bianchi in today's episode, where they discuss the reading from Isaiah and learn about St. Nicholas. Special Guest appearance made by Ali Hoffman
Paul and Kevin sit down with special guest Ali Hoffman to talk about having the faith to let Jesus into our lives and our Advent traditions preparing for Jesus.
Advent is here! Join us as we reflect on the readings and ask the question: What are we expecting God to do in our lives this Advent?
1st Reading: Isaiah 63:16B-17, 19B; 64:2-7
2nd Reading: 1 Corinthians 1:3-9
Gospel: Mark 13:33-37
Enlighten is a podcast from All Saints Catholic Church in Dallas TX. that provides daily reflections throughout Advent and Christmas. Join us this Sunday, December 3rd for Season 3 Episode 1!
The Baptism of Jesus marked the beginning of his Ministry before his first public acts at the wedding of Canna. Just as his mission began, when will yours? If not now, then when?
In today's episode, Paul talks about how God came into the world for all people, and it is our job to share the gifts God has given us with everyone so that they can encounter Christ.
Today we reflect on Jesus' first miracle, the importance of Mary's intercession, and having boldness in asking for things from the Lord.
Readings for today: 1 Jn 5:14-21 , Jn 2:1-11
Today we reflect on how we can love God and those around us beginning with those most immediate to us each day. We look at the example of St. André Bessette. Readings: 1 Jn 5:5-13, Mark 1:7-11 or Lk 3:23-38
As the Christmas season is wrapping up and the New Year is ramping up into full swing, time to reflect on if your New Liturgical and Calendar Year goals are setting us up for success in your spiritual life.
Today we reflect on the life of Elizabeth Ann Seton, convert, mother, businesswoman, and saint!
Readings: 1 Jn 3:7-10 , Jn 1:35-42
Today Paul talks about making sure we give all glory to God, and ensure that we give all good things back to him.
In today's episode, Andrew reflects on the faith and legacy of Saint Basil the Great and Saint Gregory Nazianzen.
Today we reflect on how Mary, Mother of God, can assist us with our New Year's Resolutions. We just have to ask.
Join us today as we reflect upon Jesus as "The Word Made Flesh", and the power that God has in the life of every Christian.
Readings: 1 Jn 2:18-21 , Jn 1:1-18
Today we talk about Jesus, Mary, and Joseph. Also what did Paul mean when he said that wifes should be subordinate to their husbands.
In this episode, Kyla talks about the presentation of Jesus at the temple, and Simeon's desire to behold the Savior is fulfilled
Today we reflect on the sacrifice of the Children Martyrs that made our Salvation possible. May we pray for the intercession of the Holy Innocents that we might lay our lives down for Christ as they did and live for Him.
What would the gospel of your life look like? Today we reflect on how we are all called, like the Apostle John, to recognize the love Jesus has for each of us.
Today Paul talks about St Stephen, the first martyr, and the passion and love to serve Christ even unto death.
Disclaimer to parents. This episode does talk about martyrdom and death, so please be aware of the sensitive ears that are around.
Merry Christmas! Join Paul, Kyla, Summer, and Kevin as they share their favorite Christmas traditions and discuss the hope that we all receive in the coming of Jesus. Prayers from our team for all of our listeners and your families, especially those away from home this season.
On the last day of Advent, we reflect on the gift of Jesus in the Eucharist, and also the hope of heaven that the Church has clung to throughout the ages.
Readings: 2 Samuel 7:1-5, 8b-12, 14a, 16 , Luke 1:67-79
Today Paul answers Shakespeare's question, "what is in a name?" (spoiler alert; the answer is everything)
In today's episode, Andrew reflects on the parallels between the Canticle of Hannah and the Magnificat. Click here to see those readings!
Join Summer in discussing the Visitation, the power of Joy in our Mission for Christ, and turning that joy into a deeper Love for our Savior as we draw closer to Christmas.
Today we reflect on the the struggle of trusting in the God coming to help us in dark times and how Jesus is the fulfillment of that promise for each of us.
Readings: Isaiah 7:10-14 , Luke 1:26-38
In today's episode, Paul talks about the four candles around the Advent wreath and why this week is about the messengers of God, the Angels. Then, to wrap everything up, he talks about Elizabeth's declaration of the Lord blessing her on His time and how we all need to be patient with God answering our prayers.
In this episode Kyla talks about asking God for what we need, and how the birth of Jesus came about through Joseph listening and not being afraid.
Today's episode goes over the Genealogy of Jesus from Matthew Chapter 1. Summer discusses that God's plan of salvation required people of the Old Testament who were sinners just like you and me, but that despite our mistakes, he can still use them for his Glory.
Feel free to check out this YouTube video by Fr. Mike Schmitz "The Unpleasant Ancestors of Christmas", as he does a deeper dive into the stories of Jesus's family tree. https://youtu.be/PuRDjQth3LQ
In the readings today we hear about the importance of giving glory to God through our rest, and the Gospel reminds us to share our testimony with others.
Readings: Isaiah 56:1-3a, 6-8 , John 5:33-36
Today Paul talks to us about serving God's suffering people like St. Mary Di Rosa and how God never changes, but when we are suffering, we should remember to pray to him.
In this episode, Andrew reflects on the life of St. John of the Cross and the importance of having an intentionally personal relationship with Christ.
Summer teaches about St. Lucy and asks us to reflect on how our Pride is getting in the way of our relationship with God. Summer challenges us to not only "talk the talk, but walk the walk" as we continue to grow in our Faith.
Come hear some cool facts about a 500 year old cloth and how God is continually working in our lives.
Readings for today: Zechariah 2:14-17 or Revelation 11:19a; 12:1-6a, 10ab , Luke 1:26-38 or Luke 1:39-47
Happy Gaudete Sunday! Today Paul reflects on the Sunday readings and even offers a soundtrack to listen to with each reading.
Today Kyla reflects on the Mass readings and on the little-known Patron Saint of Aviators!
Summer discusses finding Peace in the Will of God this Christmas Season. It is Him who we need to please, not others, but we can still ask for the Grace to love them. Today's readings are from Isaiah 48:17-19, Psalm 1:1-4, 6, and Matthew 11:16-19.
Wohoo! It's the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception! What is a solemnity? Find out on today's podcast.
Readings today: Genesis 3:9-15, 20 , Ephesians 1:3-6, 11-12 , Luke 1:26-38
Today Paul talks about why we should be proud to wish people a Merry Christmas and not just settle for saying "happy holidays"
In today's episode, Andrew talks about familiarity with scripture and sheep logistics. Check out the Mass Readings he reflects on here.
This episode Summer challenges us to take intentional steps towards holiness, and maybe that first step is asking for forgiveness.
Today we hear in gospel about the call to repentance. How can we answer that call by turning back to God daily, and how cab we speak truth with love to others.
Readings: Isaiah 11:1-10 , Romans 15:4-9 , Matthew 3:1-12
In todays episode Paul talks about missionary discipleship and going out as a witness to others like the first disciples and St. Francis Xavier.
Today we hear about God as a foundation for our lives, and how we can include Him in moments both great and small.
1st Reading: Isaiah 26:1-6 , Gospel: Matthew 7:21, 24-27
In today's episode, Andrew Darling, our Communications Director, reflects on St. Andrew the Apostle.
Today Paul talks about the anxiety of celebrating Christmas and how seeing things through the eyes of child can change that anxiety to joy.
Today, Kyla shares a reflection on St. Joseph from Rejoice Advent reflection by Fr. Mark Toups about how we are chosen to represent God and to witness to others the love of Christ.
In today's episode, Summer talks about how we need to spend the season of Advent preparing for Christ.
Enlighten Season 2 is coming on November 27th. Please join us as we journey through the Advent and Christmas seasons and reflect on how God's light shines on all of us and how we can reflect that light onto others.
In this final episode, Andrew reflects on the Baptism of the Lord, and how we are all called to holiness through our Baptism.
Check out the Mass Readings here!
Thank you for joining us during this journey through Advent and Christmas! For more from our All Saints ministry team, check out our resources page. God Bless!
In this episode, Andrew reflects on the readings for the Saturday after the Epiphany!
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In today's reflection, Krysta focuses on the first reading from 1 John 4 & 5. Check out today's readings here.
In this episode, Andrew reflects on St. John Neumann, and the unique inspiration that we can receive through Saints from our own country.
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In this Episode, Andrew reflects on the life of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, and how we are called to love and serve God now, not just later.
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In this episode, Andrew reflects on the Solemnity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of God, and the call that we all have to holiness.
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In this episode, Erika reflects on the readings for the 7th Day of Christmas!
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In this episode, Krysta reflects on the readings for the 6th day of Christmas!
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In today's episode, Paul reflects on Simeon and his proclamation that Jesus is the Messiah. And that is not always an easy thing for us to proclaim.
In this episode, Erika reflects on the Holy Innocents, whose feast day is today!
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In this episode, Krysta reflects on St. John the Apostle, and the readings for his feast day.
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In this episode, Paul reflects on the Readings for the Feast of the Holy Family!
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Merry Christmas! In this episode, our ministry team gets together to reflect on the 4 different sets of Readings for Christmas.
Check out all those readings here!
It's Christmas Eve! Check out this episode where Paul reflects on the Readings for the Friday of the Fourth Week of Advent. It's Christmas Eve!
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In this episode, Erika reflects on the Readings for Thursday of the 4th week of Advent!
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In this episode, Andrew reflects on the ways that Hannah (in the Old Testament) and Mary (in the New Testament) model the attitude of praise and gratitude that we ought to have- for our own sake and for others.
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In today's reflection, Erika talks about the Readings for the 4th Sunday in Advent!
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In this episode, Krysta reflects on the readings for the Saturday of the Third Week of Advent!
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In this episode, Andrew reflects on today's readings; especially how the story of Judah in Genesis points to Jesus, and gives us an image of how we ought to live our lives.
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In this episode, Paul reflects on today's readings and, in particular, on the importance of John the Baptist!
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In this episode, Krysta reflects on today's readings!
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In this episode, Andrew reflects on the life of St. John of the Cross, a Doctor of the Church and incredible inspiration for us during this Advent season.
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Join Erika today for a reflection on the life and light of St. Lucy.
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Happy Gaudete Sunday! In this episode, Krysta reflects on the Third Sunday of Advent, known as "Gaudete Sunday", and the Joy that Christ brings to us and to the whole world.
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Today Paul talks about how we should all be looking for God in our lives every day.
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Join Erika in her reflection for the readings today, Friday of the second week of Advent!
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In this episode, Paul talks about God leading us through everything. And how His guiding hand helped St. Juan Diego.
Join us for Krysta's reflections on the Feast of the Immaculate Conception! Remember today is a Holy Day, so be sure to go to Mass!
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In this episode, Erika reflects on the life and generosity of St. Ambrose.
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Join us for Erika's reflections on the readings for Monday of the Second Week of Advent!
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In this episode, Paul reflects on John the Baptist as a precursor and witness of Jesus Christ and how we are called to lead people to Christ and be witnesses as well.
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In this episode, Erika reflects on the life of St. Francis Xavier and his ways of intentional evangelization.
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In this episode, Paul reflects on the way that Christ shows us that we must do more than just proclaim him as Lord we must also follow His teachings. Specifically loving God and loving neighbor.
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In this episode, Andrew reflects on St. Andrew the Apostle, whose feast day is today! St. Andrew is a great model for all Christians, and especially for us now as we pray through the season of Advent.
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In this episode, Andrew reflects on the way that Christ changes things up while still fulfilling the prophecies about who He would be. Are we willing to pay close attention to what Jesus is doing, and are we willing to have the kind of faith that he talks about?
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In this episode, Andrew talks about the significance of the beginning of Advent, and how God challenges us to let Him exceed our expectations.
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Join us this Advent as we grow closer to God and learn how to better reflect His light into the world! From All Saints Catholic Church in Dallas, TX, 'Enlighten' will have daily episodes through all of Advent and the Christmas season, featuring different members of our Ministry Team.