St. Basil Catholic Church Brecksville Podcast: Recent Episodes
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We have been asked by our Bishop to give the Lord 15 minutes a day in silent prayer. How many of us shrug that off saying that we are "busy" or "not a prayer person." Jesus, Himself, took time away to pray. Let us take the time in prayer, boring, fruitful, awkward, wonderful, and everything in between and give it to Him as a gift.
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In this episode, Pete shares his story with Fr. Liptak of seeking the truth, finding it in the Catholic Church, going through the OCIA process at St. Basil, being welcomed into the Church, and living His Catholic faith after the Easter Vigil.
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So often we let the summer fly by, saying we are "so busy." But do we need to be? Do we need to be on our phones all the time, constantly replying to texts and emails, or are we able to say "this can wait." This August, Fr. Ryan challenges us to slow down to a quieter pace of life, and allow more time for the Lord to work in our hearts.
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Joe and Jacob share the awesome things that our Life Teen High School Youth Ministry has been up to this summer and how the Lord has worked in their hearts and the hearts of the teens of our parish.
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Jesus teaches us in His parables that He is giving us the greatest gift, the pearl of great price, a gift great enough to sell all for the treasure in the field, but do we understand what that gift is? Do we know how to share it with others?
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There are people we meet and situations we encounter everyday that test us as Christians. Can we say the kind thing instead of sarcastic remark? Can we offer a smile when we want to look away? In each of these moments we have the opportunity to bring Christ into this world more and more and show the world who Jesus is, and who we are, made in His image.
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We see ads everywhere of how to be better and improve ourselves, but that is not the Gospel. The Gospel is sitting with the Lord, realizing He is wild about you, wants to be near to you, and learning how to live life walking with Him.
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Gracie and Miller, our summer interns from the Mary the Mother of the Good Shepherd Institute join Cari to share about their internship at St. Basil this summer, their discernment in working in parish ministry, and the ways the Lord has blessed them.
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Fr. Ryan preaches at a retreat day for Parish workers throughout the Diocese, inviting them to look inward at the walls that they have put up and allow the Lord to transform and break down the walls they have built in order to be even greater ministers.
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God has been working in our country from our founding. How has the faith been a part of the history of America? And how do we live truly free?
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Jesus calls us to go out and share the Good News with others, and He means it! We are called to be Jesus in the world, He needs our hands, our feet, our hearts, to go out and love those in our lives.
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Fr. Ryan shares with couples the 5 things he admires most in healthy marriages, prompting them with questions to consider within their own marriages to learn and grow together in their marriage.
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When God created fathers, He created them after His own heart. We always have a loving and perfect Father in God, and He gives courage and strength to our earthly fathers and father figures as they love and protect us here on Earth.
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Deacon Rob talks to the children in Summer Children's Faith Formation before a time of Adoration, sharing how Jesus wants to be our friend, hearing about our day, the struggles, joys, and everything in between.
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Ministering to the dying is a special charism in the Church that Holy Family Home in Parma has been carrying out for the last 70 years. Nicole shares stories of working with Hospice patients and the incredible story of how Holy Family Home came to Parma.
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St. Ignatius teaches us at the start of the prayer to imagine the way that God looks at us and allow our prayer to start from there. As we understand the way the Lord looks at us, our prayer will transform into a beautiful relationship with God.
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Stephanie and Gregory share with Cari about their recent pilgrimage to Italy. From what it was like to sing in the Churches throughout Italy, to various stories and graces from the incredible pilgrimage.
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In the Eucharist, we are face to face with Jesus, who works miracles in our lives. Whether they be Eucharistic miracles, the revelation of the Sacred Heart to St. Margaret Mary, or little moments of grace in our day, time with the Blessed Sacrament will always show us His Sacred Heart poured out for us.
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Beauty is all around us and can be the wake up we need to find the Lord working in and through our lives each day.
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Fr. Liptak shares with us about the devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus and his own personal experiences in prayer with the heart. As the United States prepares to be consecrated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus on June 11, we are able to learn more about this devotion and how it can transform our cold, stony hearts into hearts aflame with His love.
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When we live in the love of the Father we are transformed from shame to glory.
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The number 666 is often associated with the devil, demons, the mark of the beast, and other dark things. But as Catholics, though we know the devil is real and working in the world, we know that there is a greater power at work in our lives, and turn to the Lord, who cares for us, protects us from the devil, and gives us the armor to fight the battle against the devil in this world.
Episode 266. How Could a Good & Loving God allow Suffering in the World? - Interview w/ Dr. Matt Jordan: https://basilthegreat.podbean.com/e/266-how-could-a-good-loving-god-allow-suffering-in-the-world-interview-w-dr-matt-jordan/
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We are taught the simple prayer, "Come Holy Spirit," yet often don't know the gifts and fruits that prayer with the Holy Spirit brings. As we learn to ask the Holy Spirit for the gifts of knowledge and wisdom and the fruits of joy and peace, we can see the Spirit moving in our lives in a profound way.
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Deacon Rob shares his vocation story, of how the Holy Spirit gently spoke to his heart, inviting him to be a deacon. Discernment with the Holy Spirit changes everything. How do we call on the Holy Spirit, that we might follow God's plan for our lives?
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At Priesthood Ordination, the men to be ordained are called by name and respond "present." On the feast of the Ascension, we are called by the Lord to go forth to all nations, making disciples. The question is, are we present?
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We gather at Mass to hear the word "Go!" The word Mass even comes from the word "sent." What are we sent out to do? How do we live what we learn at Mass in the world?
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Often when the Church asks for money, emotions are stirred up within us. How can we give the way that Jesus asks us to, so that our Church and greater community will flourish both now and in the future?
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After his recent Italy pilgrimage, Fr. Liptak shares with Cari the joys and graces he received on pilgrimage.
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In John 10:10, Jesus tells us that He came to bring us an abundant and full life. Amidst the trials of life, how do we live in abundance and joy?
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Deacon Dave walks us through the scriptures as he the greatest commandment, you shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, mind, and strength.
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We are called to leave the Mass as we come to know Christ in the breaking of the bread and go forth to share Him with the world just like the early apostles did.
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When Jesus calls us to go out to the world, He calls us to go out in love. We receive that love from Him, and bring it out to all we meet.
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In John's Gospel, Jesus shows us how to pick up our crosses with an immense love and carry them in this world. So much so that we are able to unite our sufferings to his as we kiss our crosses.
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Easter is a season of hope. Our hope is contagious and it impacts others in ways we cannot even imagine. How do you live in hope, and bring that hope to others?
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As we go out into the world, we bring the light of Christ into the world. The light that has defeated darkness and death and brings the promise of eternal life.
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God loves us so much that He became one of us, and laid down His life for us. When we think about this love, it is crazy, but should help us to know how crazy He is about us.
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The Institution of the Priesthood happens on Holy Thursday when Jesus washes the disciples feet and instructs them to do likewise. When we take a moment to marvel at the priesthood, we can thank God for the beauty of it, that He would be willing to work through His priests in this world.
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Journey with St. Basil this Lent through the Stations of the Cross as we contemplate through imaginative prayer the Stations of the Cross. As we walk alongside those that were in and around Jesus during His final walk to Calvary, we will learn to pray with them in a new way, and bring that prayer into our lives.
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Cari and Randi pray with the fourteenth station, Jesus is laid in the tomb. Journey with St. Basil this Lent through the Stations of the Cross as we contemplate through imaginative prayer the Stations of the Cross. As we walk alongside those that were in and around Jesus during His final walk to Calvary, we will learn to pray with them in a new way, and bring that prayer into our lives. Episodes will release Wednesdays and Fridays during Lent. You can find them wherever you listen to podcasts, or on our YouTube Channel / @stbasilthegr8
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Jesus stretches out His arms on the cross and shows us what love looks like. The cross is not meant to be a reminder of how bad we are, but allow us to realize the great gift Jesus gave us, giving everything of Himself for us on the cross.
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Cari and James pray with the thirteenth station, Jesus is taken down from the cross. Journey with St. Basil this Lent through the Stations of the Cross as we contemplate through imaginative prayer the Stations of the Cross. As we walk alongside those that were in and around Jesus during His final walk to Calvary, we will learn to pray with them in a new way, and bring that prayer into our lives. Episodes will release Wednesdays and Fridays during Lent. You can find them wherever you listen to podcasts, or on our YouTube Channel / @stbasilthegr8
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Cari and Fr. Ryan pray with the twelfth station, Jesus dies the cross. Journey with St. Basil this Lent through the Stations of the Cross as we contemplate through imaginative prayer the Stations of the Cross. As we walk alongside those that were in and around Jesus during His final walk to Calvary, we will learn to pray with them in a new way, and bring that prayer into our lives. Episodes will release Wednesdays and Fridays during Lent. You can find them wherever you listen to podcasts, or on our YouTube Channel / @stbasilthegr8
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Cari and John pray with the eleventh station, Jesus is nailed to the cross. Journey with St. Basil this Lent through the Stations of the Cross as we contemplate through imaginative prayer the Stations of the Cross. As we walk alongside those that were in and around Jesus during His final walk to Calvary, we will learn to pray with them in a new way, and bring that prayer into our lives. Episodes will release Wednesdays and Fridays during Lent. You can find them wherever you listen to podcasts, or on our YouTube Channel / @stbasilthegr8
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On his deathbed, St. Francis sang songs of praise, asked for forgiveness, and enjoyed one last cookie before entering eternal life. His story and the Gospel of the raising of Lazarus, remind us to prepare for death while we can, living generous, holy lives, growing close to the Lord, forgiving and asking for forgiveness, and knowing that we can enjoy the cookies- the joys of this life that God has granted us.
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Cari and Doug pray with the tenth station, Jesus is stripped of his garments. Journey with St. Basil this Lent through the Stations of the Cross as we contemplate through imaginative prayer the Stations of the Cross. As we walk alongside those that were in and around Jesus during His final walk to Calvary, we will learn to pray with them in a new way, and bring that prayer into our lives. Episodes will release Wednesdays and Fridays during Lent. You can find them wherever you listen to podcasts, or on our YouTube Channel / @stbasilthegr8
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Cari and Kendall pray with the ninth station, Jesus falls the third time. Journey with St. Basil this Lent through the Stations of the Cross as we contemplate through imaginative prayer the Stations of the Cross. As we walk alongside those that were in and around Jesus during His final walk to Calvary, we will learn to pray with them in a new way, and bring that prayer into our lives. Episodes will release Wednesdays and Fridays during Lent. You can find them wherever you listen to podcasts, or on our YouTube Channel / @stbasilthegr8
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Jesus doesn't turn away from the blind man, but toward him, just like St. Francis doesn't run from the lepper, but embraces him. We are called to love the outcast, how do we do that in our daily lives?
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Cari and Andrea pray with the eighth station, Jesus meets the women of Jerusalem. Journey with St. Basil this Lent through the Stations of the Cross as we contemplate through imaginative prayer the Stations of the Cross. As we walk alongside those that were in and around Jesus during His final walk to Calvary, we will learn to pray with them in a new way, and bring that prayer into our lives. Episodes will release Wednesdays and Fridays during Lent. You can find them wherever you listen to podcasts, or on our YouTube Channel / @stbasilthegr8
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Cari and Nicole pray with the seventh station, Jesus falls the second time. Journey with St. Basil this Lent through the Stations of the Cross as we contemplate through imaginative prayer the Stations of the Cross. As we walk alongside those that were in and around Jesus during His final walk to Calvary, we will learn to pray with them in a new way, and bring that prayer into our lives. Episodes will release Wednesdays and Fridays during Lent. You can find them wherever you listen to podcasts, or on our YouTube Channel / @stbasilthegr8
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The woman at the well was running from and trying to solve her problems on her own. This is not a unique story. Fr. Ryan shares how St. Francis of Assisi and his own personal story of running away to a "well." We are called to find the "wells" in our own lives, and take time this Lent to detach from them and turn toward Jesus.
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Cari and Stephanie pray with the sixth station, Veronica wipes the face of Jesus. Journey with St. Basil this Lent through the Stations of the Cross as we contemplate through imaginative prayer the Stations of the Cross. As we walk alongside those that were in and around Jesus during His final walk to Calvary, we will learn to pray with them in a new way, and bring that prayer into our lives. Episodes will release Wednesdays and Fridays during Lent. You can find them wherever you listen to podcasts, or on our YouTube Channel / @stbasilthegr8 Verse by
St. Bernard: I see your strength and vigor All fading in the strife, And death with cruel rigor, Bereaving you of life; O agony and dying! O love to sinners free! Jesus, all grace supplying, O turn your face to me.
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Cari and Dan pray with the fifth station, Simon helps Jesus carry His cross. Journey with St. Basil this Lent through the Stations of the Cross as we contemplate through imaginative prayer the Stations of the Cross. As we walk alongside those that were in and around Jesus during His final walk to Calvary, we will learn to pray with them in a new way, and bring that prayer into our lives. Episodes will release Wednesdays and Fridays during Lent. You can find them wherever you listen to podcasts, or on our YouTube Channel / @stbasilthegr8
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When we give things up for lent, coffee, candy, social media, and ask ourselves, do I love coffee more than Jesus? Do I love candy more than Jesus? And as we grow in intimacy with God we can begin to say, Jesus, I want to love you more than coffee, please help me.
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Cari and Amy pray with the fourth station, Jesus Meets His Mother. Journey with St. Basil this Lent through the Stations of the Cross as we contemplate through imaginative prayer the Stations of the Cross. As we walk alongside those that were in and around Jesus during His final walk to Calvary, we will learn to pray with them in a new way, and bring that prayer into our lives. Episodes will release Wednesdays and Fridays during Lent. You can find them wherever you listen to podcasts, or on our YouTube Channel / @stbasilthegr8
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Cari and Fr. Liptak pray with the third station, Jesus Falls the First Time. Journey with St. Basil this Lent through the Stations of the Cross as we contemplate through imaginative prayer the Stations of the Cross. As we walk alongside those that were in and around Jesus during His final walk to Calvary, we will learn to pray with them in a new way, and bring that prayer into our lives. Episodes will release Wednesdays and Fridays during Lent. You can find them wherever you listen to podcasts, or on our YouTube Channel / @stbasilthegr8
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As we journey through Lent, we are called to spend time in prayer, fasting, and almsgiving. St. Francis of Assisi is a great example to us of giving of ourselves in service to others, and as a parish we have an opportunity to help those in need through Catholic Charities.
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Cari and Andrew pray with the second station, Jesus. Journey with St. Basil this Lent through the Stations of the Cross as we contemplate through imaginative prayer the Stations of the Cross. As we walk alongside those that were in and around Jesus during His final walk to Calvary, we will learn to pray with them in a new way, and bring that prayer into our lives. Episodes will release Wednesdays and Fridays during Lent. You can find them wherever you listen to podcasts, or on our YouTube Channel / @stbasilthegr8
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As we begin our Lenten journey, we look to the story of St. Francis of Assisi during this extraordinary jubilee and reflect on the way that he loved. St. Francis loved with the love that Christ has for us, and we are called to do the same for others.
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Cari and Deacon Rob pray with the first station, Pilate Condemns Jesus. Journey with St. Basil this Lent through the Stations of the Cross as we contemplate through imaginative prayer the Stations of the Cross. As we walk alongside those that were in and around Jesus during His final walk to Calvary, we will learn to pray with them in a new way, and bring that prayer into our lives. Episodes will release Wednesdays and Fridays during Lent. You can find them wherever you listen to podcasts, or on our YouTube Channel / @stbasilthegr8
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As Lent begins, we are faced with a choice, to take the easy way, or to do something that will actually change and transform our lives, so at the end of our lives we will be able to see the face of God and say, Lord I am ready.
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Bill and Margarita share their love story and how the Lord brought them together for a purpose, to get each other and their family to heaven.
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Salt brings flavor, safety, and healing to our world. When Jesus tells us to be salt, he calls us to go out to the world, and bring flavor, safety, and healing to it.
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Fr. Ryan shares a time of prayer with husbands and wives during a marriage night of renewal.
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Cari and Tommy reveal St. Basil's Lenten Challenge, Via Crucis. Journey with St. Basil this Lent through the Stations of the Cross as we contemplate through imaginative prayer the Stations of the Cross. As we walk alongside those that were in and around Jesus during His final walk to Calvary, we will learn to pray with them in a new way, and bring that prayer into our lives. Episodes will release Wednesdays and Fridays during Lent. You can find them wherever you listen to podcasts, or on our YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@stbasilthegr8
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Jesus knows who He is and how the Father sees Him, which allows Him to shine. At times we don't shine as we ought, but rather allow the world and what others say to dull our light. How do we invite Christ in, shining ever brighter?
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As Jesus delivers the Sermon on the Mount, we can often feel like it is a harsh ruling that he delivers. But what if we instead remembered that Jesus talks to each of us personally, inviting us to the fulfillment that he offers.
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God trusts us with a mission to bring His Word to the world. Do we respond to this mission with open hearts and minds, or are we worried of what others think of us. When Jesus speaks, how do we respond?
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In the Eucharist, we find peace, joy, love, hope and so many things that the world is desperately in need of. We are able to be Christ Himself out in the world, bringing Him to light the dark places.
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Fr. Ryan gives a talk to the staff of St. Mary Parish, Wooster for their staff retreat. Digging into the desires of our hearts, we are able to hear the Lord and know that He has deep desires for us and our flourishing too.
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We can often believe that there is a limit to the Father's love, just like you can only get so many ice cream samples. But neither are the case, and we believe that we don't deserve to be immersed in the love that we are baptized into.
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The wisemen follow the star that brings others to Jesus, and often we contemplate who or what led us to Jesus, but how often are we aware of who we are leading to Jesus? We can be that star, that light, in the lives of our loved ones, introducing them to the one who loves, heals, and changes our lives.
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As we celebrate the Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God, we reflect on how we can make this year the best year yet. The Lord wants us to have the best, how are we holding ourselves back from all his good gifts?
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Have you heard of Theology of the Body, but aren't quite sure what it means? What it is? Fr. Ryan shares an introduction to Pope St. John Paul II's Theology of the Body with adults in Lorain county.
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Our homes and families are called to mirror the Holy Family, which can sound quite overwhelming at first. But when we look to the example of St. Joseph, we learn that spending time in silence, listening for God, is the model for families. It is in that silence that our hearts are filled, and we can best serve our families.
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On Christmas we celebrate a God who became little, like us, entering into our world, lives, and mess, so that we would know that we don't have to hide ourselves from Him, but can share our struggles, hurts, wounds, and weakness with the newborn King.
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There are those in our lives that need the gift of peace from us more than anything this holiday season. Jesus calls us to be instruments of peace as we share a smile, a compliment, or offer forgiveness to those in our lives most in need of it.
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Deacon Dave walks us through the scriptures as he reflects on what it means to be holy as the Lord is holy.
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In the Gospel Jesus proclaims, blessed are those who take offense in me. As we get closer to the holidays, we are reminded of these words, that when we encounter someone or something other than what we want, that it may be Jesus in disguise, and reflect on how to love best.
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Fr. Ryan reflects on his recent pilgrimage to Portugal with our parish. He shares stories of joy, peace, and laughs from the pilgrimage, and shares how we can take the lessons of pilgrimage and apply them to our daily life.
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In the season of Advent, we await the hope of new life, the baby Jesus coming at Christmas. In that hope, we are given the freedom to dream, dream of a life more wonderful than we can imagine, eternity, with God.
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As we begin the season of Advent, we are reminded to stay awake and be ready for when Jesus comes again. As we wait in the silence and stillness, He comes to us, if only we stay awake to hear Him.
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We gather to give thanks for every good gift, which ultimately comes from God above.
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In the spirit of Thanksgiving, Tommy, Joe, and Cari get together for a fun podcast, trying pies inspired by the saints and trying to match them up. Learn more about St. Hildegard, St. Basil, St. Bernadette, St. Andre Bessette, St. Damian of Molokai, and St. Benedict. To watch this podcast, visit our YouTube channel, https://www.youtube.com/@stbasilthegr8
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As we celebrate the feast of Christ the King, we reflect on Jesus's authority in our lives. We can be often confused with the idea of authority, especially that of a king, but when we live within Jesus's authority, we live in the right order of the kingdom.
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As we hear Jesus preach to us about the end times, we can quickly go into one of two camps, either no one is getting into heaven, or everyone is getting into heaven. But when we realize that we have a God full of mercy and hope, we can prepare ourselves and those around us for heaven, knowing of the mercy of God and the hope of being with Him again in heaven.
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We are told to hold onto hope and believe in the goodness of Christ. But sometimes our reality feels hopeless, so what are we to do then? In this talk to the Cleveland Catholic Women's Conference, Fr. Ryan speaks into the lies that we are alone, that God does not care, or that there is no hope, and shows us how Christ gently speaks to us in hard places.
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As we celebrate the dedication of St. John Lateran Basilica, we reflect on our churches and church building and how we treat our holy places. Do we get distracted, making them feel like the marketplace in the Gospels, or do we show the Lord the honor of the holy places, leaving room for Him to come?
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Fr. Ryan asks the questions to business leaders at Legatus "What is a Parish?" Is it a building? The people? What is the goal? And in knowing what a parish is, we can learn how to serve our local parish.
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Cari is joined by Hailie Jester from St. Charles Borromeo in Parma as she shares her experience of pilgrimage and attending the canonizations of St. Carlo Acutis and St. Pier Giorgio Frassati as she shares ways that we can take the heart of a pilgrim into our daily lives.
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At the end of our lives, we go one of three places. Heaven with God, hell, away from God, or purgatory, a time of cleansing before meeting God. The way we lives now prepares us for eternal life, how are we preparing ourselves for heaven?
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A podcast from the archives, Cari shares with the teens on the 2024 Fall Retreat stories of the saints, and encourages those walking in faith to strive for nothing less than being a great saint!
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Angels and demons are real and around us, fighting for our souls. Sometimes we are having a bad day, but sometimes it is demons trying to divide, steal, kill, and destroy. When we stay close to Jesus and the Scriptures, we can battle the evil one.Come, follow us:
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Pope Francis called for priests to minister to the poor, but while important to serve the materially poor, he meant priests for spiritual poverty. How can we encourage priests and be open to them ministering to the poor places in our own hearts?
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Luke Brown, LPCC, shares with Men's Ministry about Fatherhood, reflecting on our own fathers and how they shaped us and own fatherhood with our children, and how what we do influences and shapes their lives.
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There are many things that compete for our attention when we pray, our preoccupations, technology, to do lists, and more. The Catechism describes prayer as a battle, how do we ready ourselves for that battle?
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Deacon Dave walks us through stories in the Bible and within his own life where the Lord has called and encourages us to respond to His call with "Here I am Lord!"
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We see beautiful churches and are stopped in our tracks at the grandeur that they speak to our worship. When that becomes the norm, and no longer stops us in our tracks, what can we do to reignite our worship?
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Our seniors group were glad to welcome Officers Tom and Ryan from the Brecksville Police's Community Outreach Team for a smart and safe presentation, going over home safety, personal safety, and scam prevention. Thank you to our police officers for their time and all they do to protect us!
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When we contemplate the Sorrowful Mysteries of our lives, we find that they aren't just something sad that happened to us, but we learn the ways that Jesus worked through them.
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Sometimes our world feels so black and white, but in the Christian life we find so often that it is not always either/or, but both/and.
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Join Fr. Ryan and Gregory for a conversation about liturgical music, how to pray with music, and Gregory's story.
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Flourish Women's Ministry welcomed Brooke Taylor for a talk on St. Therese. Brooke shares from her own life on how in each day we can grow closer to Jesus through the little way.
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Jesus tells us in the Gospel, you cannot love both God and mammon. How do we look at our money, and in trust give it back to the Lord?
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Fr. Ryan speaks to Men's Ministry sharing what he admires in the good and holy men in his life.
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It is through the lens of the cross that the suffering of the world is redeemed. In a world marked with sin, sickness, suffering, and death, let us draw close to our Lord and hold tight to the Cross.
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The Lord asks us to leave behind everything to follow Him. When we put other things in the way of following Him, we don't allow for the rush of His love to fall on us. How can we truly allow the overwhelming love of the Trinity to fall on us?
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Little girls twirl around and ask "am I beautiful?" Little boys wrestle and wonder, "am I strong?" As we grow, the need for love and validation doesn't go away. Do we allow the Lord to see us and love us?
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The pick is in! Joe, Cari, and Tommy, to prepare for the upcoming football season did a draft of their own, drafting the saints to play on their team. Learn about some new saints and consider who would be best for your team!
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As we think about our own stories, there are sorrowful, glorious, joyful, and luminous mysteries that have shaped who we are. Jesus cares about those stories, and wants to understand your heart even more. Can you take the time to sit with Him and share?
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Aaron Graham, who we welcomed into the Church at the Easter Vigil this year, shares his story of faith with Fr. Liptak. From what led him to the Church, what questions people asked him along the way, to how the faith is impacting his daily life now, Aaron shares with us the joy of a life of faith, and why we should not be afraid to share our Catholic faith with those in our lives that are searching.
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The fire of the Holy Spirit burns within us and animates us, so that when we encounter division we can call upon Him to be with us and bring His love to the world.
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Through Mary, we are given access to Jesus. She gives of herself to her Son, saying "this is my body," so that He in turn is able to give the ultimate gift of himself to us, saying "this is My body."
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Fr. Ryan sits down with parishioners and parents of three, Michael and Mary Beth Jacob to discuss parenting and how they incorporate faith and prayer in their family's life.
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Our society tells us we need the next thing, fast, bright, shiny, and loud. But what would happen if we waited, and allowed silence to come into our lives and make profound change?
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Life Teen doesn't stop for the summer, rather it kicks into an amazing time of summer ministry, with camps, conferences, and different opportunities for teens to encounter Christ. Cari talks with Joe, our youth minister, and Emily, one of our teens, about the graces they received from the Lord this summer.
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There are different parts of our hearts that work together like a symphony, and though some parts are ready for God to come and be present, other parts are not. What are the parts of us that are not ready for God? And how can we begin to work on opening those parts up to God?
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Have you heard of a dean? A deanery? Wondering what it means for the Diocese of Cleveland, our deanery, and our Parish? We welcomed Robert Koonce, Director of Deanery Operations for the Diocese of Cleveland, to the podcast to help us understand.
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In our hearts are many desires, and often we can feel like they are unfulfilled. Do we truly know what it means to give those desires to our Father, a good dad, who wants to give us everything?
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In OCIA, the team accompanies those questioning and discerning the Catholic faith throughout the year. Fr. Liptak talks with our seminarian, Matthew Wasinski about his experience helping with OCIA this year and some of those questions that made him think along the way.
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In the story of Mary and Martha, Jesus calls Martha out of herself and her serving to relaxation and prayer. What is it that we need to be called out of? Fights with a friend? Anxieties about work? Messy homes? Allow Jesus to call you out of it and into His peace.
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Fr. Ryan welcomes Randi Blanton as our new Office Manager. In this interview, we get to know Randi, her story, and how she ended up here with us at St. Basil the Great Catholic Church in Brecksville, Ohio.
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Who is Jesus? When encounter Him, who is He? Our Lord? Our God? Or our very breath? May we come to know Jesus so closely that He be our very breath.
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Cari Reagan, Katie Rosen, and Alli Blackburn discuss why it is important to bring kids to Mass, and tips and tricks for how to handle the wiggles and cries, and celebrate the wins as you raise your child in the faith.
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As the faithful, we do the work of God in our everyday life. At St. Basil, this comes in many ways through many hands in many ministries.
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Fr. Ryan sits down with our seminarians, Ike Dawson and Dylan Ennis that will be entering the Propaedeutic Immersion Year, a year set apart for their discernment, for deepening prayer, becoming comfortable with silence, and learning to truly listen to the voice of God.
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Jesus asked Peter and Paul important questions in their journeys of faith. As we sit with Jesus, will we put down our guards and allow him to ask us "why?"
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When we practice our sports, instruments, arts, we become a better baseball player, trumpeter, or artist. However, when we sit with Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament we become more like Him, we become saints. Cari Reagan shares this message with the 4th-8th grade students in Summer Children's Faith Formation before a time of Eucharistic Adoration.
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As we gather together around the altar, we approach the Eucharist not merely as individuals, but as a family.
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Why spend money on a beautiful church rather than giving it to the poor? Fr. Ryan answers this question for our Life Teen high schoolers.
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Guest priest, Fr. Eric Garris, vocation director for the Diocese of Cleveland, shares an inspiring message, helping us to realize that in our givenness, the way we give ourselves to others, we find joy, peace, and the very heart of God.
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We often misconstrue holiness for perfection or the chorus of angels singing around us. But holiness looks like living out our everyday life well, and sharing our joy with the Lord.
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Fr. Ryan and Cari talk about what is new at St. Basil, reflect on the year, and share what is to come.
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Sometimes the Holy Spirit comes in loud, flashy ways. But often, the Holy Spirit comes in the quiet, gently, helping us through our day, if we are attune to promptings of the Spirit.
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When we call upon the Holy Spirit, the Lord rushes to our aid to be near, inspire, and lead us through life. We become more and more like the Lord each time we call upon His name.
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As we celebrate the Feast of Pentecost, we cry out "Come Holy Spirit!" as we ask the Holy Spirit to be present in our lives, guide us, and come in our time of need.
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Fr. Ryan and Tommy conclude our series, Missionary Disciples in Our Midst, reflecting on Pentecost and how we are sent out like the apostles from the upper room, to be missionary disciples in our daily lives.
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As we celebrate Christ's Ascension, we remember that He has overcome death and awaits us in heaven. We also celebrate the anointing of the sick knowing that though our bodies decay, the promise of heaven gives us hope.
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Fr. Ryan and Tommy continue our series, Missionary Disciples in Our Midst, sharing stories and real life examples of how you can be a missionary disciple in your daily life, especially out and among friends.
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The magisterium of the Church, the Pope and the bishops, set teachings for us to live by. While to some, this may seem overbearing, in reality, living within the rules they set allows us to live in the great freedom that Christ gives.
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We are blessed at St. Basil to have 65 years of history! Fr. Ryan sits down with founding member Patti Barth to talk about the humble beginnings of St. Basil in Central School and the people that have made our parish what it is today.
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In life, we face hardships, and we can either let them knock us down, or we can face them with the Lord and invite him into our struggles.
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Fr. Ryan and Tommy continue the series Missionary Disciples in Our Midst by discussing our unique stories. We each have a story to share. Our stories make us who we are and the unique person that is called to evangelize those in our daily lives.
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During this Mental Health Awareness month, we want to share a talk from the archives. Luke Brown of Sacred Heart Counseling spoke to our Flourish Women's Ministry in October 2024, sharing about the beauty of emotions, walking through what they really mean, and how to share them with the Lord.
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As a Church, Pope Leo XIV has called us to care for those in need, which we do together as a Church, as mothers caring for their children or as brothers and sisters caring for one another through Catholic Charities.
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In the Acts of the Apostles, the apostles show us how to act on what the Lord tells us. We too, can listen to the voice of God and be His messengers in the world.
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Cari and Tommy discuss the history and biblical evidence for why we have a Pope and the process by which a pope is elected.
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Inspired by Bishop Malesic's Pastoral Letter, A Flourishing Apostolic Church, Tommy and Fr. Ryan begin a new mini series, Missionary Disciples in Our Midst, sharing the stories of parishioners that are living out their call to be missionary disciples right in our community. In the first episode, they help us to understand that as baptized Christians, we don't have a mission, but by virtue of our baptism, we are the mission, bringing Jesus into the world. Read the Letter: https://www.dioceseofcleveland.org/a-flourishing-apostolic-church/overview Check Us Out Online:
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Fr. Jeffrey Liptak gives us a deeper look into Christ's peace on Divine Mercy Sunday.
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Cari and Tommy share prayers, stories, and memories of Pope Francis and his pontificate. Eternal rest grant unto him O Lord.
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The empty tomb is a sign that Jesus' Resurrection does more than just address the voids of unfulfillment in our lives.
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As we reflect in the silence of Holy Saturday, Fr. Liptak leads us through a meditation from an ancient homily read during the Liturgy of the Hours on Holy Saturday. As you listen, hear Jesus coming to look for you, His beloved lost sheep.
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As we approach the Sacred Triduum, Cari and Fr. Liptak sit down to point out some of the important things to look for during this holy time of year. They also give helpful tips for how to live out this time in a holy way. In this podcast, they cover Holy Saturday and Easter Sunday.
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Suffering can make us bitter or better.
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How humble and necessary it is to let ourselves be loved.
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As we reflect on Jesus' passion and death on Good Friday, Fr. Liptak leads us through a meditation from Mother Teresa. As you listen, hear Jesus speaking to your heart, that He thirsts for you, and you alone.
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As we approach the Sacred Triduum, Cari and Fr. Liptak sit down to point out some of the important things to look for during this holy time of year. They also give helpful tips for how to live out this time in a holy way. In this podcast, they cover Holy Thursday and Good Friday.
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Tragedy or Triumph? How is the betrayal and murder of Jesus something to be celebrated?
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Fr. Ryan and Cari sit down to discuss the newly renovated Church, some of the changes to notice, and different aspects of the design that stick out to them. Masses in the newly renovated Church will begin the weekend of Palm Sunday, April 12-13, 2025.
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We were deemed very good, then deemed flawed and fallen, but Jesus gets the last word.
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In December of 2024, Bishop Edward Malesic shared his first pastoral letter for the Diocese of Cleveland, A Flourishing Apostolic Church. Fr. Ryan shared with multiple parish groups about the Bishop's new letter. In this talk, Fr. Ryan addresses a group of parishioners after weekday Mass, sharing the Bishop's heart and the fruits of his personal prayer time with the document.
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"God has reconciled us to himself through Christ." Sounds great, but what does that mean?
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Letting ourselves be moved by the goodness of the world and of God naturally leads to sharing it with others.
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Tommy and Andrea discuss tips for raising children in the faith. They also discuss some of the changes coming to children's faith formation in the coming year, and how St. Basil is helping to support parents in raising great Catholic kids. Check Us Out Online:
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To help you prepare your heart for the sacrament of Reconciliation, Fr. Ryan has recorded an Examination of Conscience according to the 10 Commandments. Take some time to pray with this examination, and return to it as often as you need, to ready your heart to meet our Merciful Lord in the Confessional.
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The story of Jesus' Transfiguration reveals many truths about communicating with God.
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We can think that because we are tempted, we are bad people, as temptation can lead to sin. But temptation is not sin. It actually makes us like Jesus, who was also tempted by Satan. When we are tempted, we call on Jesus to be with us and help us to resist the lure of Satan to sin.
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As we enter the season of Lent, are we entering with busy hearts, just trying to fit everything into our lives. Or, are we approaching Lent with humility and gentleness, as a time of retreat, allowing ourselves to be loved by God?
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Fr. Ryan and Deacon Rob sit down to discuss the season of Lent, giving insights and tips for a fruitful and holy Lent. Lent is a season where the entire Church goes on retreat together, into the desert for 40 days, how will you spend your Lent?
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Quite often, what is stored away in our heart is our neglect of ourselves. When we take the time to listen to and honor what is in our hearts and share it with the Lord, we are able to come alive, and live in the Father's love.
This homily was preached at the Marriages of Grace Catholic Marriages Day by Day Event.
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Ahead of a the Sacrament of Confession, Fr. Ryan shares with the men on the Christ Renews His Parish Retreat the importance of masculine vulnerability. When we let down our guard and let the little child inside of us show, we can be cared for by our Heavenly Father, forgiven, and brought into His family.
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Lent is coming soon! What are you doing this year for Lent? Cari and Tommy share 101 things to give up or take up this Lent which you can take to prayer and ask the Lord what He is calling you to do this Lent.
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When we take part in the Mass, we are engaging in something holy, where God touches earth in the sacred mysteries. We use exquisite vestments, adorn our altar, process with a fancy Gospel book, to help awaken our senses to the truth that Infinite Beauty is present with us, and speaking to us through the Mass.
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Deacon Rob and Deacon Dave share their stories of their deaconate vocations, highlights from their ministries, and share tips for all to deepen their prayer life as we celebrate the Jubilee of Deacons during this year of hope.
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Jesus talks about giving us living water, but how do we find it? It is in the times of silence, 15 minutes a day as Bishop Malesic suggests in his new document, A Flourishing Apostolic Church, that we find the Lord and our thirst is quenched by His living water.
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Fr. Ryan sits down with parishioners Jennifer and Andre Calabretta to hear their love story and how their marriage has blossomed over its 20 years. They share helpful tips and wishes for marriages of every age and stage as they reflect on the blessings and challenges of marriage.
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Cari is joined by newly married Daniela and engaged Lauren, both parishioners at St. Basil as they discuss how they incorporated their faith into all aspects of their weddings. From obvious moments such as the Mass, to less obvious like dress shopping, they share their experience and tips for brides and grooms as they plan their weddings.
Catholic Wedding Processionals and Recessionals - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4OFZvcQuN7qrEBjd0dwEVK?si=cp79J2clQo6HayXXz9bCaQ
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Just as Jesus got into Peter's boat, Jesus gets into ours, and asks us to be a part of His mission. His mission may take us to a far away place, but most often it is at home, with our friends and family, loving them, caring for them, and teaching them of His love.
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To kick off National Marriage Week, Fr. Ryan sits down with Maria Wancata from the Office of Marriage and Family Ministry for the Diocese of Cleveland to discuss all things Marriage. They cover various topics about the Sacrament including why Catholics get married in a Church, the importance of marriage preparation, and tips for healthy and holy marriages.
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Simeon waited for the Christ in the temple for years. In Simeon's perseverance and unwavering hope that what the Lord had promised would be fulfilled, we learn how to be beacons of hope and to share Christ in our daily lives.
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At the Pursuing an Everlasting Love Marriage event, Fr. Ryan led married couples in a time of Eucharistic Adoration and reflection on their marriage and God's role in it. He concluded with a beautiful time of prayer with the spouses praying for one another.
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Fr. Liptak, Andrea, and Cari sit down to talk through a beautiful moment they have experienced in the past week. Throughout this Year of Beauty, we want to take extra time to notice and savor these moments and get in the habit of sharing them with others. All beauty is a window to the Infinite Beauty, God Himself.
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When we come to Mass, we come with every part of us, the part that get distracted, the part that listens intently, the part that is more excited sometimes for Donut Sunday. The Lord uses all of our parts to come back to Him, especially through His word, that He can speak to us and make us whole.
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Beauty speaks to us in so many ways, including unexpected ones like sports. What we find beautiful points us to what is whole and complete and shows us the longings in our hearts for the Infinite Beauty, God Himself.
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Katie and Deacon Rob share about their experience baptizing their children, choosing Godparents, celebrating baptismal feast days, and what the process of Baptism preparation is like here at St. Basil the Great.
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At our Baptism, we are are washed in the waters of Christ's merciful love that we too might go out into this world to bring Christ to others. But He doesn't send us out alone, He gives us a community, specifically a parish community, which helps us to nourish and grow even in the midst of transitions.
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Ahead of the Church building closing for renovations, Fr. Ryan and Stephanie sit down to discuss some of the changes we will see in the next couple of months and how we will be worshipping as a St. Basil community as our Church building is renovated.
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As we celebrate the Feast of the Holy Family, we reflect on our own families. How can we build them up to be holy? As Mother Teresa suggests, we can change the world by loving our family.
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Congratulations to the St. Basil podcast on our 500th episode! Fr. Ryan and Tommy sit down to discuss the podcast, why it started, popular and favorite episodes, and offer a challenge to listeners.
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Remind Me Again: https://basilthegreat.podbean.com/e/267-remind-me-again%e2%80%a6why-do-we-call-priests-father-when-jesus-said-not-to/
The Meaning of the Mass: https://basilthegreat.podbean.com/e/meaning-of-the-mass-why-are-we-even-here/
I Heard this Great Analogy: https://basilthegreat.podbean.com/e/i-heard-this-great-analogy-if-god-created-everything-who-created-god/
The Rosary with Fr. Walt: https://basilthegreat.podbean.com/e/the-rosary-w-fr-walt-jenne-glorious-mysteries/
St. Basil Reading List: https://basilthegreat.podbean.com/e/462-st-basil-reading-list-with-katie-rosen-and-cari-reagan/
Overcoming Addiction: https://basilthegreat.podbean.com/e/overcoming-addiction-through-prayer-scripture-church-cheryl-wear/
Things God Never Says: https://basilthegreat.podbean.com/e/xxxxx-things-god-never-says-w-fr-ryan-mann-fr-scott-harter/
Your Sorrowful Companion: https://basilthegreat.podbean.com/e/your-sorrowful-companion/
Interview with Dr. Matt Jordan: https://basilthegreat.podbean.com/e/260-faith-reason-contradiction-interview-w-dr-matt-jordan-phd-in-philosophy/
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Christmas answers for us the question, "what is God like?" Jesus comes not as someone who enforces rules and regulations, but as a little baby. He doesn't tower over us, but instead asks us to get down on his level.
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As Advent draws to a close we hear the story of the Visitation. We can imagine Zachariah, who was mute during his wife Elizabeth's pregnancy, was forced to simply sit, be quiet, and listen during those nine months, during which time he was able to watch the Lord grow within his home, in the womb of Mary, and also within his heart, that what was spoken to him by the Lord might be fulfilled.
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Fr. Ryan and Deacon Rob sit down to discuss Advent and Fatherhood, after the birth of Deacon Rob's 6th child, particularly reflecting on how Jesus comes as a little baby, with needs, and desires to just be held. Deacon Rob shares practical tips for all to help us slow down during this Advent season and invite the Holy Spirit into each moment.
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Fr. Ryan gave this talk to the women of the Avon Catholic Community during their Advent by Candlelight event. He dives into the beauty of what a woman's body speaks and how the Lord reveals His heart through women especially during Advent.
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As we approach Christmas and the celebration of the incarnation, Fr. Liptak reminds us that our longing for more, for Infinite Beauty, points to the place in our hearts that only the Lord can truly satisfy.
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Fr. Ryan and Cari sit down to discuss some worldwide and local events that have been on their minds, the dedication of Notre Dame in Paris and St. Basil's year end numbers.
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St. Paul writes "how I long for all of you with the affection of Christ Jesus" in the Second Reading. How can a man who never met Jesus know the affection and love of Jesus? He found it through other Christians who he met and learned from. We too are called to love with the affection of Jesus, so through us, others can come to know Christ.
This Advent, join St. Basil’s in praying with the Hallow App’s Pray25 program! Go to hallow.com/parish and put in “St. Basil the Great Brecksville” to receive full access to the resources for 120 days for only $1!
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As we celebrate Advent, the Light of the World grows brighter and brighter, in our Advent wreaths and in our hearts. This Advent season, we are invited to slow down, light a candle, and spend time with Him in the quiet, allowing Him to draw near to us and inflame us with the fire of His love.
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Fr. Ryan welcomes back Fr. Boniface to the podcast as they discuss the gift of Advent, a time of preparation and waiting. They dive into gift giving, how our hearts respond this time of year, and what the Lord might be saying to us through the gifts we give and receive.
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Our hearts animate our lives and Jesus cautions us to not let our hearts become drowsy and anxious. What are we to do instead? Jesus asks us to be aware of our hearts and share with him what is going on in your heart.
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There is something off in the human heart when we don't give thanks. This is why Jesus asks the leper who returned giving thanks where the others went. There are deeper questions that we have and encounter when we give thanks.
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Stephanie, Joe, and Robin sit down to talk through a beautiful moment they have experienced in the past week. Throughout this Year of Beauty, we want to take extra time to notice and savor these moments and get in the habit of sharing them with others. All beauty is a window to the Infinite Beauty, God Himself.
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When we go to Mass we reorder our lives from the things and people that reign over them to the true king, Jesus. What are those things that we allow to reign over us? How can we give them to Jesus and allow Him to order our lives?
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Fr. Ryan welcomes Don Ferfolia of Ferfolia Funeral Homes to the podcast in this month of November as we especially remember to pray for the souls of those who have passed. The two discuss funerals, supporting those who have lost a loved one, how to accept support, planning, and tips for those grieving, especially around the holidays.
Ferfolia Funeral Homes: https://www.ferfoliafuneralhomes.com/
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When we orient our lives on Christ, and not the restless anxiety that the world offers, we find that we wait for Him to come again in a blessed hope.
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Beauty is a sign of the world to come, and because of that, it is sad when it is gone. The beautiful fall leaves disappear, a moment is over, and those we love pass on. But these memories of beauty remind us that we are not made for this world, but for the world to come.
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Fr. Ryan and Tommy sat down together to share lessons in discernment from their time in seminary together and experiences in life.
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Fr. Eric Garris joins us during National Vocations Awareness Week to share discernment tips and insights for those discerning their Vocation, or those that are walking with people discerning their Vocation.
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The Lord asks us to "hear" and "listen" to Him as He speaks to us especially through His Word. Do we stop to listen? Or do we fill ourselves with every other kind of news and noise. What if this week we listened for Him each day?
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As Christians, our hope is in Jesus Christ. Fr. Ryan shares with St. Basil Life Teen about Christian hope, how to find it, cling to it, and get out of a space of despair.
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In the Gospel we hear the healing of Bartimaeus, who throws away his cloak of comfort to respond to the Lord's call. Our vocation in life leads us to the joy of the life that God has to offer. How will we respond to that call?
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Fr. Ryan sits down with Fr. Boniface, acclaimed author, speaker, and spiritual director for a conversation about prayer. The two dive into different topics surrounding prayer including where to start, how to go deeper, and share personal stories about their own prayer life.
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Jesus doesn't dismiss anger and division, but rather He engages it. He draws close to those indignant with Him, and loves them. He calls us to bring the division in our hearts to Him.
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The Rich Young Man seemed to have it all, but it all was getting in the way.
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Fr. Liptak discusses the how the pace of our lives helps determine how we notice beauty and are able to savor it.
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There is a hardness within our hearts from pain, suffering, not being loved well, relationships, and more that the Lord desires to break through to reclaim our hearts. Jesus is not afraid of this, but He pushes through to disarm and heal our hearts.
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Cari and Joe share more stories and creative ideas to help you to get to know the saints and live out the liturgical life of the Church in October and beyond. This episode they focus on St. Francis of Assisi, St. Faustina, and Our Lady of the Rosary. Check Us Out Online:
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The Church gives us incredible feast days to celebrate together, especially at the end of September and early October. Cari and Joe share stories and creative ideas to help you to get to know the saints and live out the liturgical life of the Church.
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Tommy, Cari, and Gregory sit down to talk through a beautiful moment they have experienced in the past week. Throughout this Year of Beauty, we want to take extra time to notice and savor these moments and get in the habit of sharing them with others. All beauty is a window to the Infinite Beauty, God Himself.
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"Beauty is seducing us, and without clinging to the finite, we must allow it to inspire our yearning for the Infinite, Beauty with a capital B. What must I do? I must be overcome by beauty, by beautiful things, by finding beauty everywhere.” (Albacete, Seduced and Sent)
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As we enter into the fall, we are given time to begin new routines of prayer in our lives. We are encouraged to slow down and contemplate the beauty that surrounds us in our daily lives, from the changing colors of the leaves to the smile of a baby.
The Hallow App: https://hallow.com/
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In the Gospel, Jesus tells the man "be open," but the place that most needs to be open is not his eyes and mouth, but is the place that is caught up in isolation. He wants you to be open too. He wants to take you away from the crowds so you can be seen, loved, and open to Him.
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What purifies us is that God approaches us in Jesus. The purification we need comes through the encounter with Christ, coming so close that he can heal, purify, and transform us. Jesus always wants to go to the very place that is imperfect, our heart, and bring His healing love.
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Matt Wasinski came to St. Basil after a friend invited him to Life Teen. Now a seminarian in his third year at Borromeo Seminary, Matt shares how a personal invitation brought him to XLTs at the seminary, and later to discern entering the seminary. Each of us can learn from Matt how a personal invitation can be a catalyst for sharing Jesus with someone.
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When a man gets down on one knee to ask for a woman's hand in marriage, he takes a humble posture, waiting patiently for her response. The Lord does the same for us in each Mass, offering Himself, Body, Blood, Soul and Divinity to us in the Eucharist, and like the woman being proposed to, we respond to that love, that comes humbly and patiently, with a resounding "Yes" and "Amen!"
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"Beauty stirs that hidden nostalgia for God." - Pope St. John Paul II
Join Tommy and Cari as they discuss a new initiative at St. Basil and lead us through reflecting on beauty in our own lives. Beauty stops us, pleases us, calls us, reveals, vanishes, and moves us to share. Share with us the beauties that have touched your life!
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The Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA) is beginning soon at St. Basil the Great. Fr. Liptak and Cari sit down to discuss the name change from RCIA to OCIA, what the process entails, and how you can get involved with the process. Share this podcast with someone that is interested in learning more about becoming Catholic! Check Us Out Online:
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Many of us attend Mass on the weekends "because we have to" and do not fully understand what the Church is asking of us in the Sunday Obligation. The Catechism says "Sunday is to be observed as the foremost Holy Day of Obligation" (CCC 2192). As we better understand the Sunday Obligation, we can come to Mass with open hearts ready to receive our Lord, and be nourished for the week ahead.
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Reading helps us and our children to develop empathy and imagination, and can lead us deeper into prayer. Katie and Cari sit down for a conversation about their favorite books, spiritual reading, reading with children, and offer recommendations for your next read!
Books mentioned:
The Great Divorce by CS Lewis https://www.cslewis.com/us/
Pray for Us by Meg Hunter Kilmer https://www.avemariapress.com/products/pray-for-us
Jesus is Here by Mary E. Wingfield, Ed.D. https://www.leafletonline.com/jesus-is-here-by-mary-e-wingfielod-ed-d-36072
The Berenstain Bears Book Series https://berenstainbears.com/shop/
God’s Glorious Girl or God’s Brave Boy by Emily Wilson Hussem https://emilywilsonministries.com/my-book
Tiny Saints Board Books (I am Little Too, You Do Not Need to Worry) https://www.tinysaints.com/collections/board-books
Shining Light Dolls Books (Saints on the Go) https://shininglightdolls.com/collections/books
Word on Fire (Bless the Lord) https://bookstore.wordonfire.org/products/bless-the-lord
The Night the Saints Saved Christmas by Gracie Jagla https://osvcatholicbookstore.com/product/the-night-the-saints-saved-christmas?ga_ref_list_id=undefinedga_ref_list_name=Search%20Results
The Action Bible https://www.theactionbible.com/
My Heart Will Triumph by Mirjana Soldo https://myheartwilltriumph.com/
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The Danger of Hurried Child Syndrome: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/decision-principles/202408/the-danger-of-hurried-child-syndrome?amp
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The familiar can often become so normal to us that we don't realize its awesomeness. When we come to Mass, we wear beautiful vestments, have beautiful music, and are in a beautiful space because it points to something more. God wants to draw near to us, so that we might know Him as our Father, a good dad.
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This is the first in a series of talks Fr. Ryan gave during a Lay Ecclesial Ministers retreat in the Diocese of Cleveland. In this talk, Fr. Ryan helps us to reflect on ourselves as gift, looking at the Communion within the Church, and how we need one another to be the body of Christ together.
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This is the first in a series of talks Fr. Ryan gave during a Lay Ecclesial Ministers retreat in the Diocese of Cleveland. In this talk, Fr. Ryan helps us to reflect on our inner child, how they've been hurt and how to bring the Lord in to heal us.
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This is the first in a series of talks Fr. Ryan gave during a Lay Ecclesial Ministers retreat in the Diocese of Cleveland. In this talk, Fr. Ryan shares the story of Hagar, and how from this story we can learn about how to be vulnerable with God.
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Baptism frees us from the slavery to sin and puts us on the journey to heaven. Jesus gives us Himself as food for the journey. The Eucharist helps us to live the Gospel, the Catholic life and is a pledge of future glory. With it, we can live in this world, destined for the world to come.
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As we read through John 6 over the next few weeks, we will be reflecting on the Bread of Life Discourse. We begin with the feeding of the 5000 where we see Phillip and Andrew show us how we are "structurally disproportionate." That instead, we should imitate the child, who shows us that faith is not a burden, its the joy of becoming beloved children again.
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During National NFP Week, Fr. Ryan sat down with Jen Ricard for a conversation on Fertility Awareness. They discuss how it has impacted Jen's life and marriage, some of the challenges of NFP, and offer hope and guidance to those discerning NFP for their marriage.
NFP Resources:
- Intro into Different Methods of NFP: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=twcnJ5jPZyE
- Northeast Ohio Natural Family Planning
Part of the national Couple to Couple League, NEO-NFP provides local classes in the Sympto-Thermal method and pairs you with a mentor. https://www.neo-nfp.com/main/ - Veranova Health
Located in Middleburg Heights, Veranova offers classes for teens and adult women at any stage in life in the various evidence based methods. https://www.veranovahealth.org/learning-to-chart/ - Use NFP
Gina Haas is a registered and licensed dietitian and Marquette Method Instructor, who loves talking about all things related to nutrition, fertility and prayer. Her goal is to help women understand the connection between nutrition and fertility, and how prayer can help you succeed with both. https://www.usenfp.com/ - FAbM Base
A database that provides practical resources to women and couples in an effort to minimize barriers to understanding their options of care related to their fertility and to find support in the practice. https://fabmbase.org/ - Natural Womanhood
A women's health literacy initiative that exists to help women discover safe, side effect-free natural birth control options. https://naturalwomanhood.org/ - Ascension Presents: Jackie and Bobby Angel
- Why We Love NFP https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zurYP8yj26U&t=50s&pp=ygUMY2F0aG9saWMgbmZw
- Why We Hate NFP https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mgXKbF4Q5A0&pp=ygUMY2F0aG9saWMgbmZw
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There is a great amount of disunity in our world, but we need to rely on Jesus to be our unity, He alone is our Savior. To listen to Him, He calls us to go away and rest for awhile, which brings about unity and peace in our hearts and in our world.
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Often we have an inadequate understanding of God, not bad, just not the full realization of who He is and His plan for us. St. Paul's letter to the Ephesians is a great place for us to begin to learn, so that when we are talking with friends and family who are searching we are able to say "I Know What You're Looking For."
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Didn't make it to The Big Reveal? Listen to the audio from Fr. Ryan's presentation of the updating happening in our Church starting early 2025!
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We have and fall into rituals and routines in our daily lives, and we don't like to stray from them. The Lord meets us in them and asks us to break out of our box and encounter Him. When we are able to break out of our set ways, we have a different story than Jesus' hometown crowd, and mighty deeds can be done in our lives.
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As Catholics, we believe in things seen and unseen. As much as Mary, the Saints, angels, the Lord are constantly at work in our lives, so are the evil spirits and the devil. Satan wants you totally divorced from God. In our busyness, he keeps us from the Lord, so we call on St. Michael and other holy men and women to help us fight against the attacks of the devil.
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Throughout all of the storms in our lives, the Lord, the Almighty One, is right there in the boat with you. When we cry out "do you not care that we are perishing?” He responds, showing us that He has been right their with us through it all.
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The Lord sits in heaven on the judgement seat, but from there He extends an overflow of mercy to us. It is not judgement or mercy, but both, together. We never graduate from the prayer "Lord Have Mercy," but pray it sincerely each day, that the Lord in His kindness, knowing our faults and failings, lavishes His mercy upon us.
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Fr. Ryan Mann sits down with Director of Music Ministry Stephanie Baka to discuss The Big Reveal. In 2025, St. Basil the Great Church will go through an update to refresh and renew the Church building. This update has been covered in prayer by many, and Fr. Ryan and Stephanie discuss the changes to the Church and more about Stephanie's story.
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Fr. Ryan welcomes Joe Mannariono as our new Director of Youth Ministry as Erin Prokop moves on from St. Basil. In this interview, we get to know Joe, his story, and how he ended up here with us at St. Basil the Great Catholic Church in Brecksville, Ohio.
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The creation story is foundational to our understanding of who we are as children of God. Fr. Ryan walks us through the creation story line by line so that we might understand what the Father is telling us about who we are to Him.
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Fr. Ryan Mann is joined by his parochial vicar Fr. Liptak as they discuss their 10 and 1 year anniversaries of priesthood, respectively. Their share how the Lord has worked in their hearts and taught them to be fathers for their flock.
Restore the Glory Podcast from the John Paul II Healing Center: https://www.restoretheglorypodcast.com/
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The first disciples were apprentices and lived with their master. They learned the trade, and mimicked the master's life. Through the Eucharist, Jesus calls us too to live with Him and share every aspect of life, the joyful and sorrowful mysteries, with Him as we live in communion with Him.
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There is a difference between knowing about someone and knowing someone. Throughout Salvation History, God has given us opportunities to know Him more and more. Jesus came into this world, vulnerability, that we might be able to be so close to Him that we might immerse ourselves in His very Life.
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Fr. Ryan welcomes Cari Reagan as our new Digital Ministries Coordinator as Lisa López moves on from St. Basil. In this interview, we get to know Cari, her story, and how she ended up here with us at St. Basil the Great Catholic Church in Brecksville, Ohio.
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We need food to sustain us and keep us from getting hangry. However, we need the Bread of Life to feed us so that we can live lives of love, joy, and peace. Fr. Ryan preached this Homily at the 2024 First Communion Masses.
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As we celebrate the birthday of the Church this Pentecost, the living organism that we are called to be a part of, we are reminded that being a Christian is a transformation. The Holy Spirit animates us changes us to become another Jesus in this world.
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Jesus enters the world through a woman and exits through the Ascension. Like Mary, we are called to be Christ bearers bringing Jesus into the world.
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In this lively episode, Father Ryan shares stories from St. Basil's unforgettable parish pilgrimage in France. Tune in for a lighthearted blend of adventure and spirituality as his journey unfolds in vivid detail.
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"God loves you" goes beyond a simplistic slogan; it embodies a transformative reality. God's love has the profound ability to unlock our hearts, awakening us to deeper truths and potentials within the complexities of life. Lord, will you love me here?
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What part of you needs a lot of love today?
Where in your life do you feel the need to be really cared for?
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Why are we tempted to boast about our successes and hide our failures? Based on the book "The Way of Imperfection," Jen Ricard, TOB Executive Director, provides insights and encouragement for descending into the heart of our own poverty to discover God's unconditional love and mercy.
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We experience the fullness of the good news of Jesus through our participation in Mass. In this sacred gathering, Jesus connects with us in a unique and meaningful way, infusing our lives with His presence, particularly through the Sacramental Life of the Church.
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Our hearts brim with appreciation as Deacon Dave gives his farewell homily. Thank you for your ministry and years of guiding us with unwavering devotion and grace.
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On Divine Mercy Sunday, we celebrate the profound grace of receiving mercy. This feast reminds us of the transformative power of God's mercy in our lives, as we seek forgiveness and reconciliation with Him. We, too, are called to extend this same compassion and forgiveness to others in our lives.
Reflection Questions:
- Who has shown you mercy when you needed it most?
- Who is the Lord asking you to have mercy on?
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On Monday, April 8, 2024, Cleveland, Ohio, will be in the path of totality for the solar eclipse. Tune in as we explore the intersection of faith and science, delving into the rich symbolism and theological insights that emerge when Catholicism encounters the wonders of the universe.
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God became one of us, died as one of us, and rose as one of us. His resurrection assures us that no matter the depths of suffering or adversity we face, there is always the promise of new life and the assurance of His abiding presence. Hallelujah.
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Trust in the crucified One, Jesus.
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Surrendering brings a flood of God's redeeming love.
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"My God, my God, why...," Jesus takes on our "why" so that the places in our heart experiencing pain and suffering may be joined to Him. This Holy Week, let us dive into our human experience by asking "why" so that we may enter into the depths of utter holiness with God.
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Fr. Ryan gave a talk to principals from Catholic schools in the Diocese of Cleveland on March 13, 2024.
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The story of Lazarus in the Gospel reminds us that death has no power over us - instead, Jesus has power over death. In Jesus, there is a life stronger than death.
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Don't let your Bible gather dust like your treadmill, friends! How's Fr. Ryan's and Fr. Jeff's challenge to read the Gospels going on your end? A bit behind? Fear not. We're here to help you get through at least the Gospel of Mark before Easter! That's only 1 chapter a day (and you can take the weekends off!) Check out a great Bible resource: https://honlam.org/rsvce/index.html
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Our past mistakes, brokenness, and weaknesses do not disqualify us from God's love. The story of the Samaritan woman at the well is an example of Jesus speaking into her past with reverence, compassion, and love in order to draw her into His healing and transformative powers.
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Surviving several strokes has been a journey of reflection and prayer with the Lord for St. Basil's Director of Evangelization, Tommy Dome.
To truly listen to Jesus is to invite His presence into our lives. It is through this attentive listening that we find nourishment for our souls, strength for our journey, and the assurance of His unwavering love. Through the Gospels, we encounter the living Word of God, speaking directly to our hearts with timeless relevance and divine authority.
Jesus invites you to experience His love and power through the Sacrament of Reconciliation.
Full video: https://youtu.be/PLY27QL9dvE
As we embark on our journey of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving this Lenten season, let us remember that the restlessness we experience in fasting is not merely a hunger of the body, but a hunger of the soul longing for communion with God. Through prayer, we open ourselves up to His grace, finding solace in His presence and strength in our weakness. And as we give alms, let us extend the love and compassion of Christ to our neighbors in need.
Full video: https://youtu.be/r0saWXP-RLI
We're all wounded. We need the medicine of Lent to transform us and recognize how much grace we need to direct our longings to God.
Full video: https://youtu.be/l-eK2KKQZT8
Consider the transformative journey that lies ahead of you this upcoming season of Lent.
Full video: https://youtu.be/NJMcQbpF_gY
During Lent, let us embrace the liberating truth that true freedom is found in living like Jesus. It's a time for our hearts to be laid bare, our egos punctured, so that the real us, vulnerable and open to God's love, can emerge.
By welcoming, seeing, and loving, Jesus healed the leper, embracing him as a whole person. May we, too, welcome and cherish all whom society shuns, knowing that in love's embrace, healing begins.
Learn more about the history and mission for supporting the sustainability of water systems in Honduras.
Jesus wants to save us from the pain of hell and help us enter into an eternal life filled with beauty, goodness, friendship, and more.
Fr. Ryan welcomes Lisa López as our new Digital Ministries Coordinator. In a heartfelt interview, Lisa shares how her Texas roots divinely connected her to St. Basil the Great Catholic Church in Brecksville, Ohio.
Following the Lord means living a rich adventure of tasting real moments of fulfillment and longing for more.
God's communication of love to our hearts speaks to us in ways we will understand. The thoughts, memories, people, and feelings that come to mind may not be distractions.
You're invited to see yourself in the Magi and go on a journey from the known into the unknown to find hope, peace, joy, and more through Jesus.
Fr. Ryan presented 3 talks for the formation for Lay Ministers for the Archdiocese of Detroit. This is talk 3.
Fr. Ryan presented 3 talks for the formation for Lay Ministers for the Archdiocese of Detroit. This is talk 2.
Fr. Ryan presented 3 talks for the formation for Lay Ministers for the Archdiocese of Detroit. This is talk 1.
God isn't omnipresent simply because that's His nature. He's everywhere so that you can never be far away.
Separation? God came to bridge separations and unite us in the love that sees every life as sacred.
Political matters are human matters. God made and loves humans. He's provided guidance as to how we can flourish.
The wider context for any conversation. See Issue 1 resources like the full text of the amendment, FAQ, Letter from our Bishops, and explanation of the amendment language at our parish website.
Part 3 of a series Fr. Ryan presented to the Detroit Archdiocesan Office of Evangelization. Sheet of quotations referred to in the talk.
Part 2 of a series Fr. Ryan presented to the Detroit Archdiocesan Office of Evangelization. Concludes w/ 10 min meditation. Sheet of quotations referred to in the talk.
Part 1 of a series Fr. Ryan presented to the Detroit Archdiocesan Office of Evangelization. Pope Francis' Angelus referred to in the talk. Sheet of quotations referred to in the talk.
God became human for many reasons, including to start a Church and give it the authority to preach and teach in His name
Scripture misunderstandings, Ohio Bishops' concerns, and great things happening at our parish.
Son of the parish Rob Blackburn shares about his upcoming ordination to the Permanent Diaconate and chicken wing flavors you should not try at home.
This powerful reflection is the fruit of Fr. Mark's prayer while on a silent 30-day retreat
What's a tabernacle? Why'd we get a new one? What's the symbolism? How does this make a difference in my life?
Counselor Luke Brown gives tips on life narratives and prayer to our Flourish Women's ministry.
Support the amazing work of Catholic Charities in Cleveland at catholiccommunity.org/donate
Fr. Ryan spoke at our Diocesan Youth Conference about crystals, astrology, and the occult.
People miss out on the joy, healing, and meaning of a faithful life when we hide what God had done for us.
The Beatitudes show us how blessed it is to admit and open up our dependence to the King.
The Blessed Virgin Mary reminds us of the concreteness of Jesus so we don't reduce Him to a mere idea.
Reflecting on how the Lord speaks through our Christmas traditions, memories, and movies
Bishop Michael Woost shares what can and will happen if prayer if we approach it humbly and consistently
Fr. Doug Brown provides a crash course on spiritual warfare, demonic activity and how to avoid it.
Fr. Ryan teaches highschoolers at Life Teen on Faith and Science's complementary roles in the human experience.
And here's the video that was shown during the talk.
Fr. Ryan teaches highschoolers at Life Teen on Faith and Science's complementary roles in the human experience.
And here's the video that was shown during the talk.
Fr. Ryan's presentation at Catholic University of America to college students about prayer, identity, and desire.
Fr. Ryan's presentation at Catholic University of America to college students about prayer, identity, and desire.
The Prodigal Son is the most famous story of forgiveness ever, but have you learned all its lessons?
The Prodigal Son is the most famous story of forgiveness ever, but have you learned all its lessons?
Fr. Ryan Mann was installed as the Fourth Pastor of St. Basil the Great Catholic Church.
Fr. Ryan & Staffers Tommy & Gregory reveal and discuss the meaning behind our new parish logo and tagline.
Chris is living here at St. Basil over the summer, working hard and growing in Eucharistic spirituality.
Fr. Walt returns to speak to Gifts of the Spirit Women's Ministry about adjustments in life.
Father's Day & Corpus Christi 2022. Cultural examples from TV over the years of wounded, small fathers who are not admired but only laughed at.
Hear newly ordained son of the parish Fr. Dave Domanski's homily from his Mass of Thanksgiving and ask yourself, "Did you wake up today and say, 'Jesus, You are crazy about me'? - Fr. Harry Geib, SJ
Fr. Joe Koopman, Moral Theologian, uses the Christian narrative to view current scapegoating loops and the way out of them.
The Church is a Mother too, in all the fullness of motherhood - tender, merciful, encouraging, challenging, loving
Can't I just follow my conscience, or the one Golden Rule? We dig behind the question and address what's really going on.
Fr. Matt and Tommy hear the story of Corwin Miller, who is part of the RCIA group becoming Catholic this Easter.
Fr. Ryan addresses a group of young men about porn at the 2022 Young Catholic Men's Conference www.ycmc.us
Fr. Ryan shares the fruits of a 7-day silent retreat and reminds us of the Church's annual retreat - Lent.
Links mentioned in this podcast:
Jesuit Retreat Center
Our Lady of Lourdes Shrine in Euclid, OH
Poor Clare Nuns in Cleveland, OH
Erin shares her insights from reading Catholic Answers' short booklet "Bible Difficulties".
Why should I bother being religious if unbelievers can be decent, honest people too?
The 5min video mentioned in this episode on the Moral Argument for God's existence can be viewed at http://bit.ly/MoralArgument
C.S. Lewis' short essay Man or Rabbit? mentioned in this episode can be read here.
Some of the Gospels differ in minor details. Does this mean they are invalidated? Can we rely on the Bible at all?
Tommy & Fr. Matt quickly cover just one question from the 20 Answers Booklet "The End Times".
Every Sunday at Mass we say that Jesus descended into Hell. Sounds strange or wrong, doesn't it? Why would Jesus go to hell? The knots get untwisted using Scripture and the CCC in just 7 minutes.
Why do Catholics call their priests "Father", especially when Jesus Himself says in Matthew 23:9, "Call no one on earth your father..."?
Dr. Matt Jordan, Ph.D in Philosophy provides several answers to perhaps the greatest question of all time.
"Remind Me Again..." is a new series briefly covering common topics and questions that you have asked yourself at some point. Share this episode so more people hear the answer.
Fr. Ryan takes questions after presenting the Joyful, Sorrowful, and Glorious Mysteries of our parish life in the past 2 years.
Dr. Matt Jordan, Ph.D guides us through 4 philosophical reasons to believe there is a God.
What's faith's job? Science's job? What about Creation vs. Evolution and Miracles and Galileo?
Our neediness is a gift because it offers God the chance to be our everything. Here are links to Video 1, Video 2, Video 3 referenced in the talk.
Everything enjoyable about earth's activities will be available to the Nth degree in Heaven. Fr. Matt & Tommy draw parallels between sports and Heaven.
Tommy met a guy who was dead for 9 minutes and shares his story. Hear an interview w/ Nick himself on the Fr. Kapaun podcast here.
Parishioner Mike Ziegler's doctors were shocked when they discovered what pain he should have been experiencing for the past 14 years.
Fr. Michael Denk's life is a witness that with any gift, we must be willing to give it back to God. See Fr. Denk's videos, books, and more at theprodigalfather.org. And hear episode 50 - Top 15 Mass tips w/ Fr. Denk
Lots of laughs as Fr. Scott Harter and Fr. Ryan Mann share spiritual direction insights in this fun conversation with powerful implications.
Not just one saint today, but the fact that God always wants a human community gathered with Him.
Deacon Dave reminds us that through faith, prayer, and the Sacraments, we too can heal.
Fr. Jacob Bearer contrasts 2 miraculous healings, big and small, and what Jesus is trying to tell us.
Fr. Patrick Schultz returns to share a miraculous healing that took place between the appetizers and entrees.
Protected? Preserved? By Whom? Why? Check out pictures of this car crash and the young lady who literally walked away from it.
A simple Kansas priest who died in the Korean War saves a young man's life 70 years later.
Our Lord transforms and heals by coming in the flesh in the here and now. Doctors heal with touch.
Christianity is not about following a list of rules, but about growing in participation in God's own life & holiness. 2 Peter 1:4
Fr. Patrick Schultz stops by to glorify God with a dramatic story that left a boot in the dumpster.
Fr. Ryan is pleased to tackle the commonly misunderstood Ephesians 5 passage about wives and husbands.
There is POWER in church basements! Deacon Dave shares our next installment of Miracle Monday stories.
The Blessed Virgin Mary's Bodily Assumption gives us a glimpse into God's plan for our future redemption.
Real-life miracle stories from people you know. Intro gives us a little context for the relationship between miracles and faith and miracles and science.
Fr. Ryan answers questions about priest clothes, daily prayer routines, food, concerts, and the difference between being and doing.
We explore both head and heart reasons for coming to Mass.
Other episodes mentioned:
Why does the Church "have so many rules"?
Top 15 Mass Tips w/ Fr. Michael Denk
Part 3 of a 3-part series on the Holy Spirit's gift of Pentecost. Part 1 is episode #195; Part 2 is #197.
Part 2 of a 3-part series on the Holy Spirit's gift of Pentecost. Part 1 is episode #195.
Fr. Ryan's opening remarks to the candidates and homily from the parish celebration of the Sacrament of Confirmation.
Tommy Dome shares from the book Fill These Hearts by Christopher West, available on Amazon.
Deep insights into male & female as two members of the Culture Project share their mission of showing people their identity, dignity, and purpose.
In the Old Testament and New Testament, God the Father and Jesus give very specific instructions for things. What's the big deal? What can we learn from this?
Part 1 of Dcn. Dave's series about how we can emulate King David from the Bible and become a people after God's own heart.
Fr. Ryan exhorts us to join the mission of Catholic Charities who serves 400,000 of our brothers & sisters in need in CLE each year.
Dcn. Lou shares a touching letter connecting the hopeless and hopeful, and thanks St. Basil parishioners for 16 years of love & support.
Fr. John stresses respect for life, human dignity, and the beauty of marriage as we seek the Kingdom of God.
Meet Mark & Charlene Niederhelman - Longtime parishioners and involved in just about everything over the years.
Sometimes the gap between our desires and "reality" seems infinite. Luckily, God can bridge infinite chasms.
Meet parishioner Rob Blackburn: Disciple, Husband, Father of 4, and in formation to be a Deacon.
Ordinary Water, Ordinary Bread, Ordinary daily routines get transformed through God's Divine Life in Sacramental Grace.
Christmas is when God begins to show His face to us, allowing us ever more intimacy and knowledge.
Fr. Ryan Mann shows the link between the Fall and Redemption, and God's plans that always included a man and a woman.
Dcn. Lou shares some street stories of the people who are really living out the Gospel message on the streets.
Fr. Ryan puts the Gospel of the Talents in context in the larger story of salvation history.
"Alexa, play the St. Basil Catholic Church Brecksville Podcast." The St. Basil Catholic Church Brecksville Podcast is now available on any Alexa-enabled devices. EEAASSYY
Fr. Ryan shares how strange and unexpected it was when he was finally honest with God and was truly praying.
Pray the Joyful Mysteries of the Rosary along w/ Fr. Walt Jenne, former Pastor of St. Basil the Great Catholic Church.
All Saints Day. In Heaven we'll know and be known by God and all the virtuous heroes who have preceded us.
Participating in daily honesty w/ God, daily Prayer, and finding a Christian community will make you God's light in the world.
Pray the Luminous Mysteries of the Rosary along w/ Fr. Walt Jenne, former Pastor of St. Basil the Great Catholic Church.
From Genesis to Revelation, the primary biblical image of our relationship to God is one of spousal union.
Perhaps I trust God in some areas of my life but I have given up on Him in other areas.
How could tax collectors & prostitutes enter the Kingdom first? By coming into contact with the deepest desires of their hearts and sincerely seeking Him.
Fr. Ryan shares the purpose of all parables, forcing us to have a response to Jesus of acceptance or rejection.
Fr. Ryan walks us through 3 essential things to notice and moves to make when it comes to forgiveness.
The Trinity is an eternal exchange of love, and we image God's being and love when we make of ourselves a total gift to others.
Pray the Sorrowful Mysteries of the Rosary along w/ Fr. Walt Jenne, former Pastor of St. Basil the Great Catholic Church.
Fr. Ryan taps into the meaning behind Jesus' seemingly mysterious words. Gifts cannot be earned or manipulated.
Erin Hogan, our new Youth Minister, introduces herself, shares her biggest ministry flop, and role-plays to give us an inside look at how youth ministry is done.
Fr. Ryan introduces himself and shares the vision under which he operates. Preached 8-9-2020
We go places in this interview where homilies don't dare venture. Hear the background, the conversion, and the funny personal quirks.
Pray the Rosary along w/ Fr. Walt Jenne, former Pastor of St. Basil the Great Catholic Church.
Fr. Walt reflects on his blessings during his 26 years as pastor of St. Basil the Great and thanks our awesome parishioners.
Deacon Dave ponders the mystery of the Most Holy Trinity and how God's essence provides us lessons for life.
It's not about me or you, it's about us - in our Church, in our country, and in the world.
Media personality and parishioner Joe Cronauer shares 5 Secrets of Life that apply to all of us, using humor, stories, songs, and Scripture.
Full audio from the Palm Sunday Mass 2020. For the video, https://www.facebook.com/stbasilthegr8/videos/210642293709454
Full audio from our Lent Prayer Service. To watch the video instead, you don't need facebook to watch it here https://www.facebook.com/stbasilthegr8/videos/2426457900951193
Including special Q&A chit chat and update from Fr. Walt at the end. All music covered with OCP license #42200
Dcn. Dave shares his thoughts on the how we can respond in faith during the Coronavirus crisis.
Personal update and Coronavirus thoughts from Fr. John. Tips on staying connected with people and God. We end with a time of prayer.
Audio-only recording of the entire Mass for the 3rd Sunday in Lent, celebrated by Fr. Walt.
Top 5 Books for Lent and tips to read more often in this interview with Michael Merimee of Catholic book publisher Scepter Publishers.
Books mentioned:
Chronicles of Narnia by C.S. Lewis
Praying from the Depths of the Psalms by Fr. John Henry Hanson
Time for God by Fr. Jacques Philippe
Call Him Father: How to Experience the Fatherhood of God by Fr. Edward G. Maristany
Saints for Sinners by Archbishop Alban Goodier
Saints Behaving Badly by Thomas Craughwell
The Bishop of the Abandoned Tabernacle by Victoria Schneider
Way of the Cross by St. Josemaria Escriva
Because God is Real by Peter Kreeft
Michael's Favorite Authors: Homer, C.S. Lewis, J.R.R. Tolkien, Fr. Jacques Philippe, Ronald Knox, Francis Thompson
Q: How could the Lord hold us to such a high standard? A: Only if He's willing to raise us there.
God calls us to be perfect as He is perfect, but how? Jesus gives us practical examples.
Do faith and science contradict? Can a scientist still be a believer? Can Metal Detector Guy save the day at the beach? Tune in to hear about great Catholic scientists from last millennium, last century, and last year.
St. Basil Life Teen alum Steve Perry, now campus minister at CWRU, shares some of his spiritual "journey" through conversion, career, and the Camino.
Fr. Walt shares how the laws/precepts/word of the Lord should be taken seriously and instead of being a burdensome imposition, are designed to grant life and freedom to love.
If God created everything, who created God? To shine a light on the answer, consider your local railroad.
Text the word cchope to 41444. The amazing work of Catholic Charities are salt of the earth and light of the world, helping young parents, the homeless, and people in substance recovery. Your generous donation makes all the difference.
Christ with me, Christ before me, Christ behind me, Christ in me, Christ beneath me, Christ above me, Christ on my right, Christ on my left, Christ when I lie down, Christ when I sit down, Christ when I arise, Christ in the heart of every man who thinks of me, Christ in the mouth of everyone who speaks of me, Christ in every eye that sees me, Christ in every ear that hears me.
Some routines and some stories are so familiar that we miss the living voice of God speaking personally to us now.
Uh oh. Disagreement between Church leaders! 3 John is a very short (15 verses) letter from the New Testament.
2 John is incredibly short (13 verses) and reminds us that love = following Jesus' commandments. Also included are two recommendations to read the whole Bible in a year.
Light vs. darkness. Lies vs. truth. The World vs. the Father. Lawlessness vs. righteousness. Hatred vs. love. Words vs. deeds. Mortal sin vs. venial sin. 1 John has it all and is a beautiful letter that encourages and challenges.
Dcn. Lou met a holy family in the elevator at the hospital and shares their contagious hope and trust.
To be like the Holy Family, we must listen to the Lord, ponder His message, and respond in faith even if we don't understand all the details.
Fr. John reflects on the beautiful and mysterious opening words of St. John's Gospel which tells us the Word became flesh to dwell among us and bring light into the world.
St. Joseph's faith, kindness, and compassion in the midst of a turbulent situation is an example for all of us, especially fathers.
Fr. Walt shares a prayer he often prays that helps him use the precious time God has given him.
The depth of our God's compassion - ability to suffer with - is revealed through a look at the Sorrowful Mysteries of the Rosary and the Stations of the Cross. And some bonus thoughts on "Why would a good God allow evil?"
Dcn. Lou shares a street story about staying on the path, and how it relates to the Scriptures' message of repentance and conversion.
There are no coincidences, but there is God's grace. God is at work sometimes behind the scenes, and sometimes right in our faces, bringing good out of evil.
Cindy Russo shares some of the miracles she has experienced through the intercession of St. Pio of Pietrelcina and witnesses to the power of the Holy Spirit.
Hear Fr. Walt explain the healing grace of the Anointing of the Sick, using Scripture and Tradition.
A reflection on where wax paper, notebook paper, paper towels, and YOU fall on the absorbency spectrum.
When Jesus is asked a question, He provides a better answer to a better question. This week those questions and answers are about the Resurrection from the dead.
Parking Lot Rage is real! Director of Evangelization Tommy Dome shares spiritual lessons after reflecting on a peculiar parking lot incident that happened to him.
Fr. Walt asks our parishioners to do the best they can with what they have as we look to enhance the offertories to continue our work of ministries and make disciples of Jesus Christ.
Jeff Campbell from the diocesan Social Action Office presents the major themes from Pope Francis' Encyclical Laudato Si, on Care for our Common Home.
Dcn. Lou shares his experience from serving in downtown Cleveland and how it connects to gratitude.
Listen as guest speaker Therese Holderbaum delivers this personal and informative crash course on angels. They sing God's praises, deliver messages, protect us, and so much more!
Fr. Walt shares a story of someone crossing the chasm before them to reach out and see the dignity of the vulnerable.
There are different causes for feeling distant from God - some of them good and some of them bad.
Be wise, shrewd, savvy - whatever it takes to enter the Kingdom of God, which should be our first priority.
BEWARE FALSE TEACHERS. That's a main lesson of the Biblical book of 2 Peter, among a few others. After 2 mins of background facts, the New Testament Letter of 2 Peter is read in full in just 10 mins.
Tommy Dome shares the story of when a heavenly voice urged him to make a very specific change in his life.
Practical advice and encouragement for undergoing suffering and persecution. After a minute of background facts about this book of the Bible, the New Testament Letter of 1 Peter is read in full.
Humility, humility, humility. Examples from daily life, some of our great saints, and even the Cleveland Indians.
After a minute of background facts about this book of the Bible, the New Testament Letter of James is read in full. Timeless wisdom and practical advice calls us out to live as better Christians.
Everyone is invited, but our part is more than just showing up. It's not easy to grow in discipline, but the Kingdom of God is at hand.
Fr. Walt shares a story of profound hope, trust, and joy about seeing death as the necessary door to eternal life with Jesus.
When? Where? How? Common-sense advice on the ins and outs of prayer with Fr. Bryan Norton, S.J.
All is vanity unless it is related to deepening our relationship with Jesus and loving others for His sake. Christ can give meaning to our activities so do not despair.
Why does the Church have "so many rules"? Can't I just follow my conscience, or the one Golden Rule? We dig behind the question and address what's really going on.
Pray. Sometimes it's easy. Pray. Sometimes it seems we can't even get started. Pray. Jesus taught us how and showed us how. Pray.
Fr. Bryan Norton, S.J. shares 3 R's to keep in mind in our joint attempt with God to draw our loved ones back to the Church. After listening, download a packet of practical resources at www.basilthegreat.org/return
Why should I bother being religious if unbelievers can be decent, honest people too?
The 5min video mentioned in this episode on the Moral Argument for God's existence can be viewed at http://bit.ly/MoralArgument
C.S. Lewis' short essay Man or Rabbit? mentioned in this episode can be read here.
Fr. Walt shares the story of modern-day Good Samaritan Blessed Stanley Rother, Oklahoman priest martyred in the Guatemalan civil war a few decades ago. The 19-minute documentary is available free on FORMED after you signup at basilthegreat.formed.org.
Some of the Gospels differ in minor details. Does this mean they are invalidated? Can we rely on the Bible at all?
Our images of God and images of the Church shape our spiritual lives immensely, so they should be balanced, robust, and take in all of the Scriptural data.
Fr. Walt discusses enemies and reveals the kind of people whose discipleship and faith inspires him.
Are we free to do what we want or free to do what we ought? Freedom from vs. Freedom for.
A small adjustment of direction can change the whole trajectory of a life. Tommy Dome spoke at the Gifts of the Spirit Women's Ministry, sharing stories of a few inflection points in his life that revealed more of who God is and who he is.
Fr. Bryan Norton, S.J.'s first Mass homily as a priest back here at St. Basil on the feast of Corpus Christi. Included are his personal thank yous to 3 special people at the end.
Every Sunday at Mass we say that Jesus descended into Hell. Sounds strange or wrong, doesn't it? Why would Jesus go to hell? The knots get untwisted using Scripture and the CCC in just 7 minutes.
Top 15 Mass Tips - How do I get the most out of Mass (and why is that a bad question)? w/ Fr. Michael Denk of www.theprodigalfather.org. Bonus: Recommendations on the best Catholic apps and best videos, talks, and books on the Mass.
College student Dana Dosen shares the pillars needed to keep the Catholic Faith while away at college.
Why do Catholics call their priests "Father", especially when Jesus Himself says in Matthew 23:9, "Call no one on earth your father..."?
Chris Kerr, Executive Director of the Ignatian Solidarity Network, shares stories and images to awaken in us solidarity - one of the principles of Catholic Social Teaching.
Fr. Walt mentions Scriptural (Mark 6 & James 5) and historical foundations of the Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick.
Sr. Anna Rose & Sr. Agnes Therese share spiritual lessons they learned from preparing to run the Cleveland Marathon. Be sure to listen to the end when Sr. Agnes plays a song she wrote for her sisters and the wider church.
"Remind Me Again..." is a new series briefly covering common topics and questions that you have asked yourself at some point. Share this episode so more people hear the answer. "Why confess my sins to a priest? Can't I just go straight to God?"
CLE Clinic psychologist Dr. Ted Raddell and his wife Kathleen share wisdom, skills, and really fun stories about how to raise great kids! Married for 30 years w/ 5 kids from 27-17.
How do I decide what to watch? What media will nourish my soul? How do I turn the time I spend on media into a tool for learning how to relate to and evangelize others? And 5 practical tips to watch like a Catholic.
Fr. Doug Brown, formerly assigned at St. Basil the Great, shares recommendations on a few devotional practices that help round out our spiritual lives to pull down maximum graces from Heaven and get us in deeper relationship with the Holy Trinity. Hear him share about a mystical experience he once had in Eucharistic Adoration.
This is the moment that changed everything. Life, death, and eternity make sense and have purpose. Also, a real life story of the love of Heaven.
Fr. Kevin shares the saints who have impacted his life and Scriptural foundations for devotion to the saints are mentioned. Rev. 8:3-4, Rev. 5:8, 1 Tim 2:1, John 2:5, 1 Corinthians 3:9, Exodus 32, Genesis 18, John 15:5.
Powerful witness! Cheryl Wear found herself incapacitated by alcohol. Desperate and personally shattered, she found hope, healing, and redemption through her faith, the Bible, and her church. She is a mother, attorney, and Domestic Relations Court Magistrate.
Fr. Walt addresses the engaged couples preparing for the Sacrament of Marriage at St. Basil's PreCana Day 2019. Covenant. Honesty. Giving your word. Ordered towards mutual love of the spouses and the bringing forth of children.
Our word Mass comes from the Latin word missa, which is at the root of the dismissal that gives us our mission. The final blessing gives us that last dose of supernatural grace we need to fulfill our mission to bring souls to Jesus' Sacred Heart.
God has the patience and mercy to always give us another chance if we repent first, but eventually every tree must die. And I'm also really glad that one tree by the rectory is gone!
On the final night of St. Basil's 2019 Parish Mission, Bishop Amos addresses love of neighbor and provides stories, thoughts, reflections, and tips on how to live it out.
On the second night of St. Basil's Parish Mission 2019 Bishop Martin Amos explores how to love ourselves, which Our Lord commands us to do.
Bishop Amos provides practical tips regarding prayer, distraction, and preparation. He also teaches the ancient trustworthy prayer practice of Lectio Divina and its different parts.
Way back in the year 155 AD, a man named Justin Martyr described something in writing. See if you can recognize what he was describing.
Holy Water fonts at the entrance to the Church bring to mind our Baptism, which is how we entered the Church, the spiritual Body of Christ. Dipping our fingers in a Holy Water and making the sign of the Cross is how we enter the Church the physical building. The action of the priest washing his hands goes back hundreds of years when it was a practical necessity to clean his hands after receiving all the community's various gifts during the offertory. Now we spiritualize that action and the priest prays for interior purification so that he can offer the sacrifice of the Eucharist with a pure mind, heart, and soul.
Honesty is the only antidote to hypocrisy, and honesty must start with ourselves before we are honest with others.
Very quick 2 sentence highlights of the past 4 topics - the Stole, Chasuble, Opening Procession, and Genuflecting.
God will forgive us based on how we forgive others. Forgiveness heals us, can disarm others, and defuse dangerous situations. Fr. brings up a recent event demonstrating this.
Sometimes all other words fail and rational explanations don't do the job. The only thing left to do is trust. Deacon Lou shares a personal story witnessing trust in the Lord Jesus and pulls together the common threads from the Scripture readings.
Genuflecting is a sign of humility, an offering of service, and a proposal. Usually our souls lead our bodies to do the right thing, but sometimes we need our bodies to lead our souls to enter the right attitude for worship and prayer.
3rd Grade Catholic School Teacher and Parish Catechetical Leader Mary Meler shares her insights on how to bring young children into our faith.
Catholic High School Theology teacher Gregg Stovicek answers questions about passing on the faith to teenagers.
Love demands that we speak the truth about the human dignity of all persons and the attacks against it that are currently underway.
Fr. Walt provides his thoughts on the famous selection from the 13th Chapter of St. Paul's First Letter to the Corinthians.
The Opening Procession is a victory parade in which we are proud of what God has accomplished, and also a pilgrimage showing us our ultimate goal - reaching the table of the Heavenly Banquet. If we get on and stay on God's team, we'll reach it.
Mature Content intended for Married Couples. God's design of our hearts, minds, bodies, and desires as explained through St. John Paul II's Theology of the Body. Part 1 of 2.
The Chasuble is the outermost vestment worn by the priest and the color corresponds to the liturgical season or the feast being celebrated. It also serves to hide the priest so we can more readily recognize that it is also Jesus at work.
2018-12-30. The Ambry is a compartment in the sanctuary that contains the 3 sacred oils. These oils are used in a variety of sacraments. The ambry is a visible reminder of the connection we have with those we love who are not at Mass because we are connected through the sacraments we both received that made us part of God's family - the Body of Christ.
2018-12-23. The ambo is the structure in the sanctuary from which the Biblical readings are proclaimed. Like the altar, it is also a table. Whereas the altar feeds us the Bread of Life, the ambo feeds us the word of life. We need both. Before the Gospel is proclaimed, we make a triple sign of the cross on our foreheads, lips, and hearts. The prayer we can pray at that time is "May the word of the Lord be on my mind, on my lips, and in my heart."
2018-12-16. The Altar is (1) a symbol of Christ, (2) a table for a meal, and (3) an altar for sacrifice. We bow and the priest kisses the altar because it's a symbol of Christ. It's a table just like Jesus had at the Last Supper when He instituted the Eucharist. It's an altar for sacrifice where we place our whole selves to offer to God in union with Jesus' sacrifice to the Father.
2018-12-9. The Sanctuary is the place that is (1) set apart, (2) holy, and (3) where God dwells. This floorplan of our church tells the story of the Christian faith and of our lives since we start with separation but then move into union.
There are a lot of reasons we come to Mass, but God has a reason why we're here too. 2018-12-2