The Gospel for Geeks: Recent Episodes
Fr. Roderick Vonhögen
Weekly meditations on the crossroads of geek culture and the Gospel; an audio version of Fr. Roderick’s Sunday homilies.
In this reflection on the Bible readings for the 23rd Sunday of Ordinary Time, I look at what Snape could have learned from this week’s Gospel. 👉 Like this podcast? Support my work with a monthly donation via https://Patreon.com/FatherRoderick and get access to premium versions of my shows with extra content!
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In this reflection on the Bible readings for the 22nd Sunday of Ordinary Time, I look at what Luke Skywalker and Saint Peter have in common.
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I’ll explain how Godzilla can help us understand this week’s Bible readings. You can find the Mass readings here: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/100222.cfm Want to help? Join my Patreon community at www.patreon.com/fatherroderick or help me with a one time gift at www.fatherroderick.com
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I share how the story of Cassian Andor can help us interpret today’s Bible Readings! You can find the Mass readings here: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/092522.cfm Homily by Father Roderick on the 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year C. Support our ministry by joining our Patreon community: https://www.patreon.com/fatherroderick
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In the homily, I share what Harry Potter can teach us about today’s Gospel! You can find the Mass readings here: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/091822.cfm Homily by Father Roderick on the 25th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year C. Support our ministry by joining our Patreon community: https://www.patreon.com/fatherroderick
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In the homily, I share what the LEGO Millennium Falcon taught me about today’s Gospel! Homily by Father Roderick on the 24th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year C. Support our ministry by joining our Patreon community: https://www.patreon.com/fatherroderick
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In this homily, I talk about the Rings of Power and the Gospel. Readings: Wis 9:13-18b, Ps 90:3-4, 5-6, 12-13, 14 and 17, Phmn 9-10, 12-17, Lk 14:25-33 Homily by Father Roderick on the 23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time Year C. Support our ministry by joining our Patreon community: https://www.patreon.com/fatherroderick
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In the homily, we'll talk about The House of the Dragon and the Gospel. Readings: Sir 3:17-18, 20, 28-29; Ps. 68:4-5, 6-7, 10-11; Heb 12:18-19, 22-24a; Lk 14:1, 7-14.
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What can Hobbits teach us about today's gospel? Listen to this week's homily to find out! Readings: Is 66:18-21; Ps. 117:1, 2; Heb 12:5-7, 11-13; Lk 13:22-30.
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What can E.T. teach us about today’s Bible readings? Listen to this week’s homily to find out! Homily by Father Roderick on the 19th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year C Support our ministry by joining our Patreon community: https://www.patreon.com/fatherroderick
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What lessons can we learn from Breaking Bad and from today's Bible readings? Listen to this week's homily to find out! Readings: Ecc 1:2; 2:21-23; Ps 90:3-4, 5-6, 12-13, 14, 17; Col 3:1-5, 9-11; Lk 12:13-21. Homily by Father Roderick on the 18th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year C
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How can the popular Japanese series My Hero Academia help us better understand why prayer often doesn't work the way you think it work? Readings: Gn 18:20-32; Ps 138:1-2, 2-3, 6-7, 7-8; Col 2:12-14; Lk 11:1-13. Homily by Father Roderick on the 17th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year C
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What are the similarities between Bilbo & Frodo and Martha & Mary? Homily by Father Roderick on the 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year C Support our ministry by joining our Patreon community: https://www.patreon.com/fatherroderick
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What can we learn from Captain Pike about this week’s Gospel? Homily by Father Roderick on the 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year C Support our ministry by joining our Patreon community: https://www.patreon.com/fatherroderick
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How can Nick Fury’s efforts to assemble the Avengers help us better understand today’s Gospel? Homily by Father Roderick on the 14th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year C Support our ministry by joining our Patreon community: https://www.patreon.com/fatherroderick
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How can the difference between Luke and Leia help us understand the different reactions to Jesus’ invitation to follow him in today’s Gospel? Homily by Father Roderick on the 13th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year C Support our ministry by joining our Patreon community: https://www.patreon.com/fatherroderick
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How can the story of Ms. Marvel help us understand the meaning of Trinity Sunday? Homily by Father Roderick on Trinity Sunday Year C. Support our ministry by joining our Patreon community: https://www.patreon.com/fatherroderick
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