Love Was His Meaning - Reading and Praying with Julian of Norwich & More

The Rev. David Simmons, ObJN
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Originally a bi-weekly podcast, this offering contains the entire text of Julian of Norwich's "Revelations of Divine Love" with prayer and commentary. New episodes are thematic and released sporadically. The Rev. David Simmons, ObJN, is the rector (pastor) of St. Matthias Episcopal Church in Waukesha, WI, a Julian Oblate, and the Confessor to the Order of Julian of Norwich.

  1. Dragons Can Be Beaten - Ep 4 - A Hermit, a Dragon, and a Choice

    23/12/2024

    Dragons Can Be Beaten - Ep 4 - A Hermit, a Dragon, and a Choice

    Fantasy author Neil Gaiman wrote - "Fairy tales are more than true: not because they tell us that dragons exist, but because they tell us that dragons can be beaten." When thinking about what I would preach for Advent of 2024, I thought about all of the angst in our society right now - how so many of the things we fear in society and politics and culture seem unstoppable and sometimes become debilitating anxieties. This story, broken up into sermons preached at St. Matthias Church in Waukesha, Wisconsin for Advent, reminds us that dragons can indeed be confronted with the help of Hope, Integrity and Perseverance. I'm pretty sure mother Julian's writings are going to figure in significantly here. I hope this brings you some joy and comfort in this advent season.

    12 min
  2. Dragons Can Be Beaten - Ep 3 - Jazz, Nazis and Bluegrass

    16/12/2024

    Dragons Can Be Beaten - Ep 3 - Jazz, Nazis and Bluegrass

    Fantasy author Neil Gaiman wrote - "Fairy tales are more than true: not because they tell us that dragons exist, but because they tell us that dragons can be beaten." When thinking about what I would preach for Advent of 2024, I thought about all of the angst in our society right now - how so many of the things we fear in society and politics and culture seem unstoppable and sometimes become debilitating anxieties. This story, broken up into sermons preached at St. Matthias Church in Waukesha, Wisconsin for Advent, reminds us that dragons can indeed be confronted with the help of Hope, Integrity and Perseverance. I'm pretty sure mother Julian's writings are going to figure in significantly here. I hope this brings you some joy and comfort in this advent season.

    14 min
  3. Dragons Can Be Beaten - Ep 2 - Apollo 17, A Hazelnut, and Hope

    09/12/2024

    Dragons Can Be Beaten - Ep 2 - Apollo 17, A Hazelnut, and Hope

    Fantasy author Neil Gaiman wrote - "Fairy tales are more than true: not because they tell us that dragons exist, but because they tell us that dragons can be beaten." When thinking about what I would preach for Advent of 2024, I thought about all of the angst in our society right now - how so many of the things we fear in society and politics and culture seem unstoppable and sometimes become debilitating anxieties. This story, broken up into sermons preached at St. Matthias Church in Waukesha, Wisconsin for Advent, reminds us that dragons can indeed be confronted with the help of Hope, Integrity and Perseverance. I'm pretty sure mother Julian's writings are going to figure in significantly here. I hope this brings you some joy and comfort in this advent season.

    15 min
  4. Dragons Can Be Beaten - Ep 1 - A Dragon, A Knight and a Bookstore

    02/12/2024

    Dragons Can Be Beaten - Ep 1 - A Dragon, A Knight and a Bookstore

    Fantasy author Neil Gaiman wrote - “Fairy tales are more than true: not because they tell us that dragons exist, but because they tell us that dragons can be beaten.” When thinking about what I would preach for Advent of 2024, I thought about all of the angst in our society right now - how so many of the things we fear in society and politics and culture seem unstoppable and sometimes become debilitating anxieties. This story, broken up into sermons preached at St. Matthias Church in Waukesha, Wisconsin for Advent, reminds us that dragons can indeed be confronted with the help of Hope, Integrity and Perseverance. I’m pretty sure mother Julian’s writings are going to figure in significantly here. I hope this brings you some joy and comfort in this advent season.

    12 min
  5. The Five Big Takeaways from Julian with Mthr Hilary Crupi, OJN

    23/04/2024 · BONUS

    The Five Big Takeaways from Julian with Mthr Hilary Crupi, OJN

    An interview with Mother Hilary Crupi, Prioress of the Order of Julian of Norwich in White Lake, Wisconsin. "What are the Five Big Takeaways from Julian's Showings?" Note: One minor swear word is included in the recorded addendum, just to make you curious.

    1h 5m

  6. 05/10/2023

    Love Was His Meaning - Chapter 86 - "All You Need is Love"

    Reading and Praying through Julian of Norwich's "Revelations of Divine Love" - Chapter 86 - "All You Need is Love" - Bulletin: https://www.venite.app/pray/st-matthias-waukesha-wisconsin/love-was-his-meaning-office-2023-10-5 - List of books used in podcast: https://a.co/4cJ2Xoo - Looking for Books on Julian? Visit the Order of Julian Shop at https://www.orderofjulian.org/Shop

    17 min

  7. 21/09/2023

    Love Was His Meaning - Chapter 85 - "It's All Good"

    Reading and Praying through Julian of Norwich's "Revelations of Divine Love" - Chapter 85 - "It's All Good" - Bulletin: https://www.venite.app/pray/st-matthias-waukesha-wisconsin/love-was-his-meaning-office-2023-9-21 - List of books used in podcast: https://a.co/4cJ2Xoo - Looking for Books on Julian? Visit the Order of Julian Shop at https://www.orderofjulian.org/Shop

    11 min

  8. 31/08/2023

    Love Was His Meaning - Chapter 84 - "Blinded by the Light. Strapped up like a Moose thats been run over in the Night"

    Reading and Praying through Julian of Norwich's "Revelations of Divine Love" - Love Was His Meaning - Chapter 84 - "Blinded by the Light. Strapped up like a Moose thats Been Run over in the Night" - Bulletin: https://www.venite.app/pray/st-matthias-waukesha-wisconsin/love-was-his-meaning-office-2023-8-31 - List of books used in podcast: https://a.co/4cJ2Xoo - Looking for Books on Julian? Visit the Order of Julian Shop at https://www.orderofjulian.org/Shop

    10 min
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Originally a bi-weekly podcast, this offering contains the entire text of Julian of Norwich's "Revelations of Divine Love" with prayer and commentary. New episodes are thematic and released sporadically. The Rev. David Simmons, ObJN, is the rector (pastor) of St. Matthias Episcopal Church in Waukesha, WI, a Julian Oblate, and the Confessor to the Order of Julian of Norwich.

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