Women of the Bible: Jesus' Good and Bad Ancestors
Women of the Bible: Jesus' Good and Bad Ancestors
Who were Rachel, Ruth, Rebecca, Rahab or Judith or Esther? What was their role in salvation history and what do you need to know? Did Jesus really have relatives who were prostitutes? Hear Fr. Chris Alar explain this fascinating account of women in the bible and learn what you never knew before.
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An incredibly important solemnity is the Baptism of Jesus, celebrated on Jan. 11. As described in the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, and Luke, the Baptism, along with the Crucifixion, is the event most accepted by scholars as indisputable historical fact. But what does it mean for us today? Father Chris Alar, MIC, explains.Then hear the story of Fr. Dustin Feddon of Joseph House, who works with prisoners when they’re released to get a new start in society.
With Mother's Day approaching, it’s a good time to explore the women, wives, and mothers of the Bible. We all know Eve and Mary. But who are Rachel, Ruth, Rebecca, Rahab, Judith, or Esther, and what were their roles in salvation history? Father Chris Alar, MIC, explains. Then meet Crystal Nieves, who with her husband took a leap of faith to make God and family the center of their lives.
We have many Saints in the Church, so why is St. Lucy so special and how do we benefit from her intercession? Why do we need saints? And what was it that she did to help us today? Hear Fr. Chris Alar explain this amazing story about a saint they couldn't kill, move, or make blind.
