All Set for Sunday

Scott and Jeff
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A podcast for busy or distracted Catholic parents to be a little more prepared for Sunday Mass.

  1. 5d ago

    All Set for Sunday | Solemnity of All Saints | Rev. Samuel Rosko

    Get all set for Solemnity of All Saints with Rev. Samuel Rosko Summary Father Rosko joins Scott Williams on All Set for Sunday to reflect on the All Saints solemnity and the universal call to holiness. He explains how ordinary Catholics can pursue sainthood in daily life through friendship with God, prayer, and small acts of love, then shares highlights from a recent trip through Germany, Austria, and Prague. Takeaways “the point then in in many ways of our honor and glory of the saints is to kind of stir up in ourselves a yearning to be like them.” “all of us are called to be saints, not just, you know, not just priests, just nuns, just a select few, but every single one of us.” “most fundamentally what it means is being a friend of God and becoming like Christ” “holiness is found not always in doing great things, but in doing small things with great love.” “We're called to be the saint that God is calling us to be.” “the Christian life isn't just avoiding sin.” “all of us are called to the heights of holiness.” “Read the book Only Jesus by Bishop Luis Martinez.” “you're not gonna become a saint if you're not praying.” “you've still given God that time as a gift and He uses that to draw you closer to Him.” Chapters 04:40 Why honoring the saints should inspire our own holiness 06:21 Finding relatable saints for laypeople and families 08:52 Becoming like Christ in ordinary daily responsibilities 10:01 Why sainthood is possible for every person 12:36 A book recommendation and the centrality of prayer 15:17 A canceled Holy Land pilgrimage becomes a European vacation 17:47 Celebrating Mass in Prague and navigating language barriers

  2. Oct 22

    All Set for Sunday | Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time | Fr. Peter Marshall

    Get all set for Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time with Father Peter Marshall Summary In this episode, Father Peter Marshall and Scott Williams explore the core messages of love, faith, and community within the context of Catholic teachings. They discuss how love of God and neighbor intertwine, the significance of Advent, and practical ways to live out faith daily. Key Topics The connection between loving God and loving neighbor The significance of the greatest commandment in daily life Advent as a time of waiting and imagination The importance of self-love and loving others Practical faith in community and prayer groups The role of scripture and liturgical seasons in spiritual growth Chapters 02:44 Reading from Exodus and Reflection on Generosity 05:38 Preaching on Paying Taxes and Loving God and Neighbor 07:32 Loving Ourselves as a Foundation for Loving Others 09:24 The Challenge of Asking for Prayers and Self-Love 11:50 Favorite Liturgical Season and Advent Significance 13:18 Daily Mass and Liturgical Variations 14:18 Advice to Seminary Students and Vocational Discernment 15:36 Message for Parish Community and Outreach 16:55 Closing Remarks and Upcoming Parish Events

  3. Oct 15

    All Set for Sunday | Twenty-ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time | Fr. Jonathan Meyer

    Get all set for Twenty-ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time with Father Jonathan Meyer Summary In this episode, Fr. Jonathan Meyer and Padre Paolo discuss the significance of giving to God what belongs to Him, the importance of financial planning in marriage, and how our lives reflect God's image. They also share humorous stories and insights on faith, charity, and parish life. Key Topics The significance of giving to God what belongs to Him The role of financial planning in marriage and generosity The biblical and theological understanding of God's image in us Humorous stories from parish life and pet blessings The importance of Sabbath and leisure as gifts to God Insights on scripture, faith, and community life Chapters 00:00 Introduction of Padre Paolo and Fr. Meyer 02:44 God's choice of Cyrus and unexpected plans 03:40 Paul's gratitude for the Thessalonians' faith, love, and hope 04:36 Jesus' response to the Pharisees about taxes 05:07 Preaching on money, generosity, and marriage 07:30 The importance of financial plans for giving to God 09:17 Humorous stories from parish life and pet blessings 12:38 Theological reflections on God's image and likeness 15:32 Giving to God through worship, Eucharist, and Sabbath 17:30 Humor: Italian accents, impressions, and fun stories 22:20 Participation in World Youth Day and diocesan plans 23:07 Closing thoughts and blessings

  4. Oct 8

    All Set for Sunday | Twenty-eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time | Fr. Eric Johnson

    Get all set for Twenty-eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time with Father Eric Johnson Summary In this episode, Father Eric Johnson shares reflections on the Sunday readings, the significance of the Eucharist, angels, and the importance of prayer spaces. We explore how faith intersects with daily life, the symbolism in the Gospel parable, and the beauty of funerals as a testament to hope. Key Topics Isaiah's vision of heaven and the feast The secret to contentment in Christ The parable of the wedding feast and its meaning The connection between the first reading and the Gospel The significance of proper attire at the feast as a metaphor for readiness The role of angels in the spiritual life The importance of prayer spaces and routines Funerals as a celebration of eternal life Chapters 01:07 Father Eric Johnson's Homilies and Preaching Style 03:30 The 28th Sunday in Ordinary Time: Isaiah's Vision of Heaven 04:48 Philippians 4: The Secret to Contentment in Christ 05:29 The Parable of the Wedding Feast: Invitation and Rejection 07:14 Preaching on Isaiah and the Promise of Salvation 08:26 God's Presence in Dark Places and Suffering 09:39 Violence and Rejection in the Parable 10:32 Rejection of the Gift and Our Response 11:37 The Meaning of Proper Attire and Readiness for the Feast 13:23 Baptismal Garments and Preparing for the Kingdom 14:39 Funerals as a Reflection of Faith and Hope 16:19 Isaiah and the Eucharistic Feast in Heaven 17:04 The Connection Between Earthly Mass and Heavenly Banquet 18:09 Angels in Scripture and Their Role in Our Lives 19:35 Father Jeff's Dream Rectory and Personal Spaces for Prayer 22:46 Building and Crafting in the Garage: A Spiritual Practice 23:26 Balancing Announcements and Mass Flow 26:23 Seminary Life and Practical Lessons for Priests

  5. Oct 1

    All Set for Sunday | Twenty-seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time | Fr. Patrick Hyde, O.P.

    Get all set for Twenty-seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time with Father Patrick Hyde, O.P. Summary In this episode, Father Patrick Hyde discusses the parable of the vineyard from Matthew 21, exploring how it relates to our spiritual lives, the importance of tending our souls, and the role of prayer and the saints in cultivating a fruitful life. Key Topics The significance of the vineyard in scripture How to tend the garden of our soul The role of angels and saints in spiritual growth The importance of prayer and meditation Understanding mortal sin and reconciliation The connection between Jesus as the cornerstone and our lives Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Weekend Reflections 03:17 First Reading: Isaiah's Song about the Vineyard 04:25 Paul's Prescription for Anxiety: Pray and Trust 05:15 Gospel Parable of the Tenants and the Landowner 06:32 Father Patrick's Homily: Tending Our Spiritual Vineyard 09:17 Saints and Angels as Guardians of Our Souls 10:12 Saint Therese and Saint Francis: Cultivating Love 10:41 The Power of Prayer and the Holy Rosary 11:15 Are We the Tenants or the Wicked Servants? 12:46 Mortal Sin and Rejecting God's Love 14:31 Jesus as the Cornerstone and Our Foundation 16:18 Practicing the Presence of God in Daily Life 17:23 The Life of Fulton Sheen and Relics 21:05 Arch Manning and Catholic Faith in Sports 23:13 The Role of Bible Studies and Personal Growth 25:46 Fulton Sheen's Influence and Priesthood Reflection 29:10 Moments of Divine Revelation in Priesthood

  6. Sep 24

    All Set for Sunday | Twenty-sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time | Fr. Byrd

    Get all set for Twenty-sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time with Father Byrd Summary This episode features a lively discussion on faith, community life, and personal growth, with insights from Father Bird and Sock Religious. They explore biblical themes, church life, and humorous anecdotes, offering practical spiritual advice for listeners. Key Topics The importance of personal responsibility and repentance in faith The role of humility and conversion in spiritual life Humorous anecdotes about church and community life The significance of prayer and interior life in spiritual growth Biblical reflections on God's justice and mercy The challenges and joys of living in a rectory Chapters 02:00 Holy water used in sports and community stories 04:01 Second reading from Philippians on humility and service 05:42 Gospel reading from Matthew about obedience and conversion 06:12 Preaching themes on conversion and religious elite 07:38 Jesus' message to religious leaders and societal outcasts 08:53 The challenge of allowing personal conversion 09:48 Humility and caring for the least in society 10:10 The importance of prayer and interior life 11:25 Dealing with spiritual dryness and perseverance in prayer 12:57 God's ways are not human ways and the need for faith 13:23 The fruit of forgiveness and avoiding resentment 14:14 Living with detachment from worldly possessions 15:29 The abundant life in Christ and its challenges 16:16 Relating biblical themes to parenting and daily life 17:41 The value of honesty and genuine repentance 19:34 Humor about rectories and dream features 21:08 Favorite features of Father Bird's rectory 22:27 Dream additions to a rectory and outdoor spaces

  7. Sep 17

    All Set for Sunday | Twenty-fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time | Fr. James Brockmeier

    Get all set for Twenty-fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time with Father James BrockmeierSummaryIn this episode, we explore the significance of Fulton Sheen's legacy, the process of beatification, and how the Catholic faith influences our daily lives and community. Join us for insights on evangelization, holiness, and the beauty of the church.Key TopicsFulton Sheen's influence and media evangelizationThe process and significance of beatification and sainthoodThe Christian understanding of life, death, and salvationThe parable of the vineyard and God's generosityThe importance of community and holiness in daily lifeChapters01:53 The significance of media in evangelization according to Fulton Sheen04:06 Understanding the process of beatification and sainthood05:49 The parable of the vineyard and God's generosity07:51 Living a Christian life that reflects God's love10:05 The beauty of sacred spaces and church community11:55 The importance of holiness and ongoing spiritual growth14:02 Encouragement to seek the Lord and live joyfully in faith16:05 The role of Catholics as joyful witnesses in the world17:50 The legacy of Fulton Sheen and his influence today20:04 Final thoughts on faith, community, and evangelization

  8. Sep 10

    All Set for Sunday | Twenty-fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time | Fr. McCarthy

    Get all set for Twenty-fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time with Father McCarthy Summary In this episode, we explore the intersection of faith, anger, and community through a lively conversation with Father McCarthy. We discuss how forgiveness, justice, and emotional regulation are vital for spiritual growth and community harmony. Takeaways Forgiveness is essential for spiritual health and community harmony. Anger often stems from perceived injustice and can spiral if not managed. Gratitude and reflection help transform anger into grace. Understanding justice—commutative and distributive—clarifies societal conflicts. Practical steps include prayer, perspective, and rational reflection. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and guest introduction 01:55 Using AI for sermon prep and calculations 03:51 The Sunday readings overview 06:02 The parable of forgiveness from Matthew 09:03 The importance of managing anger and injustice 12:08 The role of gratitude and grace in overcoming anger 14:51 Customer service stories and lessons in patience 19:02 The connection between anger, justice, and faith 21:57 Understanding justice: commutative vs distributive 23:54 Interesting stories from the church sanctuary 25:05 Closing thoughts and gratitude

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A podcast for busy or distracted Catholic parents to be a little more prepared for Sunday Mass.

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  • Creator
    Scott and Jeff
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    310
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Scott and Jeff

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