The Twenty Three Podcast: Recent Episodes
Fr. Herb Weber & Michael Puppos
Join hosts Fr. Herb Weber and Michael Puppos each week to unpack the upcoming Sunday readings! Produced for Saint John XXIII Catholic Community in Perrysburg, OH.
In this week's edition of the 23 Podcast, Fr. Jeff and Parker discuss Father’s triumphant return to full health, along with important Parish announcements. In addition, many references to airplanes are made and are tied into this weekend’s Gospel reading, which features the “Sermon on the Plane.” Parker especially was amused at this, and even recommended an action movie to Fr. Jeff, which stars Samuel L. Jackson, where there is chaos involving snakes on an airplane. Hit that play button now to unravel all of this nonsense and more importantly, spend some time in preparing for this weekend’s Gospel and Mass!
In this week's action-packed edition of the 23 Podcast, Fr. Jeff and Parker spend time debriefing on this year’s Grammy Awards, along with Parker asking for Father’s Super Bowl pick for this weekend (“Swifties", which includes Parker - at least according to Father, won’t like it.) In addition, the kickoff to the 2025 Annual Catholic Appeal is mentioned, along with other Parish announcements. As always, the pair conclude the episode by reading and unpacking this weekend’s Gospel reading.
In this week's edition of the 23 Podcast, Parker gives a strong recommendation of five-pocket pants made and sold by a certain retailer that has fallen out of favor with many people his age. In other news, we hear Fr. Jeff’s harrowing story of narrowly avoiding a tornado with some priest friends awhile back. Also, most importantly - the pair read and unpack this weekend’s Gospel reading, along with discussing Parish events and more.
In this week's edition of the 23 Podcast, Fr. Jeff and Parker go down multiple rabbit holes to finally unearth the story of Parker’s run-in with a pirate when he was his high school’s mascot. Interested in hearing what went on, along with the reading and unpacking of this weekend’s Gospel reading? Hit that play button NOW!
In this week's edition of the 23 Podcast, Parker tells Fr. Jeff about his shaving regimen (which really isn’t that often), along with some tribulations he has experienced on Marissa and his new walking pad, which they purchased over Christmas. If that de-facto therapy session and airing of grievances isn’t enough to make you laugh or feel sorry for Parker at the beginning of the show, hopefully this weekend’s Gospel reading will draw you back in to Ordinary Time, as Fr. Jeff and Parker conclude, as always, by discussing this weekend’s Gospel passage.
In this week's edition of the 23 Podcast, Fr. Jeff and Parker talk about Fr. Jeff’s favorite cartoons growing up, which is sparked when Parker quotes SpongeBob…again. Also, this weekend’s Gospel reading is read and unpacked by the pair, along with the discussion of upcoming Parish events.
In this week's edition of the 23 Podcast, Parker asks Fr. Jeff what goals he has for 2025. His primary goal is to read more, which is also one of Parker’s, along with dialing in his golf swing, with the hope of playing more with his dad when summer rolls around. In addition, upcoming Parish events are discussed and this weekend’s Gospel passage is read and unpacked by the pair.
In this week's edition of the 23 Podcast, Fr. Jeff and Parker discuss how their Christmases were, along with Parker likening the lengthiness of this year’s Christmas season to adding a leaf to the dining room table. Also, Parish events are discussed and this weekend’s Gospel passage is read and unpacked.
In this music-reference filled episode of the 23 Podcast, Father and Parker pontificate on some of the best (and worst) music they’ve heard, both in the genres of Grunge and Christmas. Father also exhibits jealousy of Parker for having a CD Player in his car. In addition, this weekend’s Gospel passage is read and unpacked by the pair.
In this week's edition of the 23 Podcast, Fr. Jeff and Parker talk about Parker’s propensity to continually wear socks with holes in them, in addition to discussing Advent events coming up around the Parish, along with reading and unpacking this weekend’s Gospel reading.
In this week's edition of the 23 Podcast, Fr. Jeff introduces a new challenge in buying pants to Parker. Also, Fr. Jeff explains intercessory prayer in-depth, in preparation for next week’s Advent Night of Worship. Additionally and most importantly, this weekend’s Gospel passage is read and unpacked, along with discussion of other upcoming Parish events and more.
In this unhinged, laugh-out-loud, special Thanksgiving Edition of the 23 Podcast, Fr. Jeff and Parker play a game that Parker created about popular Thanksgiving dishes. In addition, there is conversation regarding the hilarious imagery of Fr. Jeff sitting on Santa’s lap and potentially participating in a wrestling match - clearly, you don’t want to miss this conversation. Also, most importantly, this weekend’s Gospel passage is read and unpacked as we begin Advent, along with talk of upcoming Parish events and more.
In this week's edition of the 23 Podcast, Fr. Jeff and Parker talk about the interesting tie-ins to last week’s readings to this weekend’s Gospel reading, along with Father’s quoting of standup comedian, Larry the Cable Guy. Listen now to hear what Father said, along with learning more about upcoming Parish events and more!
In this week's edition of the 23 Podcast, Fr. Jeff is back, and he and Parker discuss the word “penultimate”, in addition to Father imploring Parker yet again to watch the movie, “Spinal Tap.” Also, this weekend’s Gospel passage is read and unpacked, along with talk of upcoming Parish events and more.
With Fr. Jeff on the Diocesan Priest’s Retreat this week, Parker is joined by a very special guest to discuss the many impactful and faith-filled events happening here at SJ23, including Family Faith Formation. They also read and unpack this weekend’s Gospel passage, along with several other fun topics and points. Listen now to find out who the guest is and what they had to say - only on the 23 Podcast!
In this week's edition of the 23 Podcast, Fr. Jeff tells Parker of this favorite Halloween costume that his dad made him when he was a boy. Also, they talk upcoming Parish events and of course, unpack and discuss this weekend’s Gospel passage.
In this week's edition of the 23 Podcast, Parker explains to Fr. Jeff why wearing his trainer engagement ring was beneficial to him as a newly married man, and explains the complex “science” behind it. Also, favorite fall traditions are discussed, along with this weekend’s Gospel passage, upcoming Parish events and more.
In this week’s edition of the 23 Podcast, Fr. Jeff and Parker make their final preparations for Parker’s Wedding this weekend, where Father jokes that he will become “Mr. Parker Kern.” Also, this weekend’s Gospel passage is read and unpacked, along with the discussion of upcoming Parish events, projects and more.
In this week’s edition of the 23 Podcast, Fr. Jeff and Parker talk about yet another trip to Damascus for Father this weekend, along with Parker’s discovery that Father used to be a rockstar at Seminary. Also, this weekend’s Gospel reading is discussed and unpacked, along with upcoming Parish events and more.
In this week's edition of the 23 Podcast, Fr. Jeff and Parker discuss the drastic recent shift in the weather, causing it to now be officially dubbed as “Hoodie Season.” They also converse about the occasional pains of buying clothes online; specifically, hoodies. They also read and unpack this weekend’s Gospel reading, along with discussing some great upcoming Parish events and more.
In this week's edition of the 23 Podcast, Fr. Jeff and Parker discuss Father’s recent travels, along with his excellent use of teenage slang. Additionally, Parker offers Father access to his Paramount Plus streaming account in order to binge watch SpongeBob SquarePants. There is also talk of upcoming Parish events, this weekend’s Gospel reading and so much more.
In this week's edition of the 23 Podcast, Fr. Jeff and Parker discuss this weekend’s Gospel reading, which Parker somehow ties into claiming dependents on taxes. Listen now to find out what all that is about - while you’re there, you can also learn about upcoming Parish events and more.
In this week's edition of the 23 Podcast, Fr. Jeff and Parker talk about “kickoff weekend” of all the amazing Parish events that are happening this weekend, as well as discussing this weekend’s Gospel reading in-depth, other upcoming Parish events and more.
In this week's edition of the 23 Podcast, Fr. Jeff and Parker discuss Father’s recent “two truths and one lie” Homily, as well as this weekend’s Gospel reading, upcoming Parish events and more.
In this week’s edition of the 23 Podcast, Fr. Jeff and Parker discuss all the amazing and enriching events that are kicking off at SJ23 over the next few weeks, as well as the completion of the next 19.9% of the parking lot project. As always, they also discuss this weekend’s Gospel reading, other Parish events and more.
In this week’s edition of the 23 Podcast, Fr. Jeff and Parker recall their night before the first day of school feelings as classes get back into swing, Parker somehow ties in the 2006 hit Disney movie, Cars, to this weekend’s Gospel passage, along with an in-depth discussion of that Gospel passage, Parish announcements and more.
In this week’s edition of the 23 Podcast, Fr. Jeff and Parker discuss the proper midwesterner's way to prepare for and take in a storm, Fr. Jeff’s occasional desire to do a “Jesus voice" when reading His word to us, this week’s Gospel passage, Parish announcements and more.
In this week’s edition of the 23 Podcast, Fr. Jeff and Parker discuss the late summertime "lull," but outline many events coming up throughout the Parish, Parker’s challenges when scheduling the Responsorial Psalms for the next three weeks, this weekend’s Gospel reading and more.
In this week’s edition of the 23 Podcast, Fr. Jeff and Parker discuss Father’s time at Catholic Youth Summer Camp, the challenges of selecting a grocery store to buy everything from, this weekend’s Gospel reading and more.
In this week's edition of the 23 Podcast, Fr. Jeff and Parker discuss Father's nagging seasonal allergies, Parker's abysmal CYO Cross Country career, this weekend's Gospel reading and more.
In this week's episode of the 23 Podcast, Fr. Jeff and Parker talk about Father's favorite week of the year, upcoming Parish events, the theme song from Friends, this weekend's Gospel passage and more.
On this week's edition of the 23 Podcast, Fr. Jeff and Parker recap "TurnerFest 2024" and discuss this weekend's Gospel passage.
In this week's episode of the 23 Podcast, Fr. Jeff and Parker discuss the Gospel reading for Corpus Cristi, as well as topics including the baseball stadium in Father's backyard, Parker's interesting fear, Parish events and more.
In this week's episode of the 23 Podcast, Fr. Jeff and Parker discuss the Gospel reading for Holy Trinity Sunday, as well as topics including how Father's vacation was, the misleadingly hot May weather, wedding dresses, Parish events and more.
THIS WEEK: An exciting upcoming summer project we are working on, and the importance of the Eucharist in the life of a Catholic.
THIS WEEK: We celebrate our 150th episode of the Twenty Three Podcast and discuss re-opening the church, the Ascension and giving up control.
THIS WEEK: Erin Nagy joins us and we discuss living in fear and unlocking the door for Jesus in our lives.
THIS WEEK: Dealing with a sense of helplessness during COVID-19 and how Jesus' resurrection brings hope to you right now.
THIS WEEK: The beginning of Lent, spending time in the desert and dealing with temptation.
THIS WEEK: Back from a little break during Christmas! Why is the Baptism of the Lord celebrated during the Christmas season?
THIS WEEK: Zacchaeus climbs the Sycamore tree - what do we do when we need to see Jesus more clearly?
THIS WEEK: The case of the missing cookie and why do we go to church? (The answer is not about the cookies.)
THIS WEEK: The official start to fall, dining sumptuously, purple robes, and crossing the great chasm.
THIS WEEK: How do you define mercy?
Note - Tickets for the Matt Maher concert are $35, instead of the $30 price referenced in this week's episode.
THIS WEEK: Jesus once again uses strong language in this weekend's Gospel about hating family members and renouncing all of your possessions. Join us this week as we discuss how we can apply this first-century lesson with twenty-first-century meaning.
THIS WEEK: Celebrating Waleska's retirement, seeking the Lord in prayer, and what happens when God doesn't give us the answer we are looking for?
THIS WEEK: The importance of hospitality, but also maintaining balance in your life. Being busy is not a virtue.
THIS WEEK: We are back this week with one of the most well-known parables - the Good Samaritan is so much more than a moral lesson from 2,000 years ago...
THIS WEEK: Memorial Day Weekend recap, clouds, witnesses and the Ascension of the Lord.
THIS WEEK: Father Herb shares some of his experience on retreat last week, and we prepare for Good Shepherd Sunday. How do you know when God's voice is speaking to you?
THIS WEEK: Prepping for First Holy Communion this weekend, and the importance of sharing a meal together! Join us for breakfast on the beach...
THIS WEEK: As you prepare for Easter this weekend, don't miss that the main character is missing from the story...
THIS WEEK: We begin Holy Week with Palm Sunday. There is a stark contrast between how people perceive Jesus in the two Gospel readings we will hear. How often do we allow the crowd to persuade us to change our opinion of others?
THIS WEEK: Do we use others as a means to our own goals and desires? Or do we take the time to treat each person with the dignity and respect that Jesus calls us to?
THIS WEEK: The prodigal son returns home, but perhaps the father is the prodigal one...
THIS WEEK: Michael returns from the mission trip to the U.S. / Mexico border and shares some of the stories from the last week. In this weekend's Gospel we are called to repent - but what does that really mean?
THIS WEEK: A preview of the season of Lent and a discussion about how to deal with temptation on a daily basis.
THIS WEEK: Fr. Herb is back from Guatemala and shares some highlights from the trip. In this week's Gospel, we take a look at how quick we are to judge others and the need for community to grow in our faith.
THIS WEEK: How does Luke's account of The Beatitudes differ from Matthew's? How can we be in solidarity with the poor without feeling guilty?
THIS WEEK: Our passage in Luke is filled with vivid images of Jesus calling the Apostles to follow him. What does it truly mean to follow the Lord?
THIS WEEK: Do you ever think of yourself as a prophet? Maybe it's time to start thinking that way...
THIS WEEK: Jesus has the ultimate "mic drop" moment this weekend as he speaks to the crowd in the synagogue...
THIS WEEK: We return to Ordinary Time this weekend to spend one Sunday in the Gospel of John at the Wedding at Cana. Many people know this story, but what we often overlook the meaning of what it's all about ...
THIS WEEK: Father Herb celebrates a birthday, a sneak peek of Christmas at SJ23, and Mary and Elizabeth take center stage in this weekend's Gospel reading for the Fourth Sunday of Advent.
THIS WEEK: REJOICE! When was the last time you truly rejoiced at something? Where do we seek validation and attention from? What do our lives point to besides Jesus?
THIS WEEK: Although the beginning of this weekend's Gospel could be considered "boring" at first glance, it's extremely significant.
THIS WEEK: Can you believe Advent is here? This week we provide some practical tips on how to make this the best Advent ever.
THIS WEEK: A recap of the Men's Retreat weekend, and a look ahead at Thanksgiving plans and the Feast of Christ the King. How can we bold as adults and stand up for what is right?
THIS WEEK: Final preparations are underway for the Men's Retreat, and this weekend's Gospel is talking about the end of the world and death. Sounds uplifting right?
THIS WEEK: A look back on the Toledo symphony concert last week and reflecting on what it means to truly sacrifice.
THIS WEEK: With the story of Bartimaeus this weekend, we explore the many lines in this Gospel passage that are worth meditating on. We also discuss the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick, which we will celebrate at Masses this weekend.
THIS WEEK: Reflections on the Dedication Mass, Opening Weekend, the canonization of Saint Oscar Romero and drinking the same cup that Jesus drinks.
THIS WEEK: This weekend is Opening Weekend in the new church! Jesus tells the man in this weekend's Gospel that he should sell everything he has and follow him. What does that mean for us in light of building a brand new church? Click play to find out.
THIS WEEK: As we approach our final weekend in Roncalli Hall, we have mixed emotions about the end of our time in the Parish Life Center. We'll discuss the final portion of the Dedication Mass, and then turn to the scripture readings - it's all about love and marriage this week!
THIS WEEK: We discuss the fourth part of the dedication Mass - the Anointing and Incensation of the Altar and Church. We also discuss the role of the Holy Spirit in our lives and how to recognize if something is truly the Holy Spirit at work.
THIS WEEK: We revisit the hanging of the crucifix in the church, discuss the relic of Saint John XXIII that will be placed in the altar, and try to define what truly makes a person 'great'.
THIS WEEK: Updates on the installation of the new altar in the church, part-two of our explanation of the Dedication Mass, and a deep talk about suffering in the world. Why does God allow suffering to happen? How can we embrace and take up our own cross?
THIS WEEK: Fr. Herb and Michael start to break open the dedication Mass over the next five weeks. This week we'll discuss the entrance rite and how it begins differently from any other Mass.
We return to chapter 7 of Mark's Gospel this week as Jesus cures a deaf man with a speech impediment.
THIS WEEK: Updates on last weekend's BIG PARTY and the latest finishing touches on the construction project.
We are finally back in the Gospel of Mark and set the context for where we left off in July. In this week's Gospel Jesus challenges us to be purified from the inside out - can you really judge a book by its cover?
Father and Michael reminisce about the anniversary of the first Sunday Mass for our parish, 13 years ago this week. We also address the current news of the latest abuse scandal in the church and how it ties to this weekend's readings, as we wrap up our time with chapter 6 of John's Gospel.
The pews have arrived and the new church is really starting to take shape. This week Jesus tells the Jews that they must eat his flesh and drink his blood. Can you imagine how they must have reacted? Father Herb answers the question - how important the Eucharist is in his spirituality.
The parish staff has moved into the new offices, and this week's podcast is recorded in our new "studio" right in the middle of the construction noise. We continue our look at John Chapter 6 and try to answer the question - what does it mean to live forever?
This Week: Updates on the construction project, including moving into the new offices next week. Also, what do you truly hunger for in life?