Unpacking The Mass

Keith Nester
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Welcome to Unpacking the Mass, a weekly study through the upcoming week's Mass readings for the Catholic Church. Unpacking the Mass helps listeners prepare their hearts for what they will hear in the upcoming week's Mass through a thoughtful and practical interaction with the texts with an emphasis on personal understanding and application. Join Keith this week and be counted among those to whom Jesus said "Let he who has ears to hear" Matt.13:9. Unpacking the Mass is available as a video on Keith's YouYube channel.

  1. 16H AGO

    1st Sunday in Lent - Year A

    In this episode, we will explore ideas such as: 1.      How we got into this mess. 2.      Good vs. Bad Shame 3.      How to stand up to temptation like Jesus   The readings can be found here: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/022226.cfm Unpacking the Mass is a production of Down to Earth Ministry which exists to provide encouragement and resources to those considering, converting, and growing in Catholicism. 👇 How to Support Down to Earth Ministry Website Giving (Tax-Deductible & Easiest Way to Give):  "If you believe in the work we do and want a simple way to support it—this is it."  https://down2earthministry.org/donate    Patreon (Join our Supporters for as little as $5/month):  "When you give through Patreon, you're not just supporting us—you're helping direct the mission."  https://www.patreon.com/c/keithnester   Locals (Join our Community for as little as $5/month):  "Locals is where we gather—not just to watch, but to walk together in faith."  https://keithnester.locals.com    👇 Stay Connected and Explore More Keith's Website: https://down2earthministry.org/  Rosary Crew Website: https://down2earthministry.org/rosary...  Go to France with Us: https://selectinternationaltours.com/product/saints-of-france-with-fr-aaron-junge-and-keith-nester/ Book Keith to Speak: https://down2earthministry.org/in-per...  Sign up for our Newsletter: https://down2earthministry.org/subscribe    👇 Keith's Books The Convert's Guide to Roman Catholicism: Your First Year in the Church  Amazon: https://a.co/d/441zeP8  Website: https://down2earthministry.org/the-book/    Unpacking the Mysteries of the Rosary  Amazon: https://a.co/d/il5QQG3  Website: https://down2earthministry.org/the-book/    👇Shop Shop our Store: https://shop.stewardshipmission.com/collections/down-to-earth Catholic Woodworker Rosary Shop: https://bit.ly/3Wr9ExT  Use code *ROSARYCREW-FREESHIP* for free shipping.

    28 min

  2. FEB 11

    6th Sunday in Ordinary Time - Year A

    In this episode, we will explore ideas such as:   1.      It's all about our choices. You CAN follow God. 2.      God's Spirit gives us truth. God's wisdom. 3.      Keeping God's word is about what happens in your heart, not just what you do.   The readings can be found here: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/021526.cfm   Unpacking the Mass is a production of Down to Earth Ministry which exists to provide encouragement and resources to those considering, converting, and growing in Catholicism.   👇 How to Support Down to Earth Ministry    Website Giving (Tax-Deductible & Easiest Way to Give):  "If you believe in the work we do and want a simple way to support it—this is it."  https://down2earthministry.org/donate    Patreon (Join our Supporters for as little as $5/month):  "When you give through Patreon, you're not just supporting us—you're helping direct the mission."   https://www.patreon.com/c/keithnester   Locals (Join our Community for as little as $5/month):  "Locals is where we gather—not just to watch, but to walk together in faith."  https://keithnester.locals.com      👇 Stay Connected and Explore More   Keith's Website: https://down2earthministry.org/  Rosary Crew Website: https://down2earthministry.org/rosary...  Go to France with Us: https://selectinternationaltours.com/product/saints-of-france-with-fr-aaron-junge-and-keith-nester/ Book Keith to Speak: https://down2earthministry.org/in-per...  Sign up for our Newsletter: https://down2earthministry.org/subscribe    👇 Keith's Books   The Convert's Guide to Roman Catholicism: Your First Year in the Church  Amazon: https://a.co/d/441zeP8  Website: https://down2earthministry.org/the-book/    Unpacking the Mysteries of the Rosary  Amazon: https://a.co/d/il5QQG3  Website: https://down2earthministry.org/the-book/    👇Shop   Shop our Store: https://shop.stewardshipmission.com/collections/down-to-earth   Catholic Woodworker Rosary Shop: https://bit.ly/3Wr9ExT  Use code *ROSARYCREW-FREESHIP* for free shipping.

    25 min

  3. FEB 4

    5th Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A

    In this episode, we will explore ideas such as: How to have a breakthrough in your faith Serving and speaking Truth in Love Getting out of your head and into the mission. The readings can be found here: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/020826.cfm npacking the Mass is a production of Down to Earth Ministry which exists to provide encouragement and resources to those considering, converting, and growing in Catholicism. 👇 How to Support Down to Earth Ministry Website Giving (Tax-Deductible & Easiest Way to Give):  "If you believe in the work we do and want a simple way to support it—this is it."  https://down2earthministry.org/donate    Patreon (Join our Supporters for as little as $5/month):  "When you give through Patreon, you're not just supporting us—you're helping direct the mission."   https://www.patreon.com/c/keithnester   Locals (Join our Community for as little as $5/month):  "Locals is where we gather—not just to watch, but to walk together in faith."  https://keithnester.locals.com    👇 Stay Connected and Explore More   Keith's Website: https://down2earthministry.org/  Rosary Crew Website: https://down2earthministry.org/rosary...  Go to France with Us: https://selectinternationaltours.com/product/saints-of-france-with-fr-aaron-junge-and-keith-nester/ Book Keith to Speak: https://down2earthministry.org/in-per...  Sign up for our Newsletter: https://down2earthministry.org/subscribe    👇 Keith's Books   The Convert's Guide to Roman Catholicism: Your First Year in the Church  Amazon: https://a.co/d/441zeP8  Website: https://down2earthministry.org/the-book/    Unpacking the Mysteries of the Rosary  Amazon: https://a.co/d/il5QQG3  Website: https://down2earthministry.org/the-book/    👇Shop   Shop our Store: https://shop.stewardshipmission.com/collections/down-to-earth   Catholic Woodworker Rosary Shop: https://bit.ly/3Wr9ExT  Use code *ROSARYCREW-FREESHIP* for free shipping.

    39 min

  4. JAN 28

    4th Sunday in Ordinary Time - Year A

    In this episode, we will explore ideas such as: 1.    Get the basics right. 2.    Embrace your weakness because that's what makes you strong. 3.    Find your refuge in God, not the world. The readings can be found here: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/020126.cfm Unpacking the Mass is a production of Down to Earth Ministry which exists to provide encouragement and resources to those considering, converting, and growing in Catholicism.  👇 How to Support Down to Earth Ministry  Website Giving (Tax-Deductible & Easiest Way to Give):  "If you believe in the work we do and want a simple way to support it—this is it."  https://down2earthministry.org/donate   Patreon (Join our Supporters for as little as $5/month):  "When you give through Patreon, you're not just supporting us—you're helping direct the mission."   https://www.patreon.com/c/keithnester  Locals (Join our Community for as little as $5/month):  "Locals is where we gather—not just to watch, but to walk together in faith."  https://keithnester.locals.com    👇 Stay Connected and Explore More Keith's Website: https://down2earthministry.org/  Rosary Crew Website: https://down2earthministry.org/rosary...  Go to France with Us: https://selectinternationaltours.com/product/saints-of-france-with-fr-aaron-junge-and-keith-nester/ Book Keith to Speak: https://down2earthministry.org/in-per...  Sign up for our Newsletter: https://down2earthministry.org/subscribe   👇 Keith's Books he Convert's Guide to Roman Catholicism: Your First Year in the Church  Amazon: https://a.co/d/441zeP8  Website: https://down2earthministry.org/the-book/  Unpacking the Mysteries of the Rosary  Amazon: https://a.co/d/il5QQG3  Website: https://down2earthministry.org/the-book/   👇Shop Shop our Store: https://shop.stewardshipmission.com/collections/down-to-earth Catholic Woodworker Rosary Shop: https://bit.ly/3Wr9ExT  Use code *ROSARYCREW-FREESHIP* for free shipping.

    36 min

  5. JAN 21

    3rd Sunday in Ordinary Time - Year-A

    In this episode, we will explore ideas such as: 1.    God can bring you out of the darkness, but you need to stay there. 2.    Focus on Unity. Stop dividing ourselves and putting up blinders. 3.   Following Jesus is also about your mission. The light leads you into your purpose, because God is light and his purpose must become your purpose. The readings can be found here: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/012526.cfm Unpacking the Mass is a production of Down to Earth Ministry which exists to provide encouragement and resources to those considering, converting, and growing in Catholicism. 👇 How to Support Down to Earth Ministry Website Giving (Tax-Deductible & Easiest Way to Give):  "If you believe in the work we do and want a simple way to support it—this is it."  https://down2earthministry.org/donate  Patreon (Join our Supporters for as little as $5/month):  "When you give through Patreon, you're not just supporting us—you're helping direct the mission."   https://www.patreon.com/c/keithnester Locals (Join our Community for as little as $5/month):  "Locals is where we gather—not just to watch, but to walk together in faith."  https://keithnester.locals.com  👇 Stay Connected and Explore More Keith's Website: https://down2earthministry.org/  Rosary Crew Website: https://down2earthministry.org/rosary...  Go to France with Us: https://selectinternationaltours.com/product/saints-of-france-with-fr-aaron-junge-and-keith-nester/ Book Keith to Speak: https://down2earthministry.org/in-per...  Sign up for our Newsletter: https://down2earthministry.org/subscribe  👇 Keith's Books The Convert's Guide to Roman Catholicism: Your First Year in the Church  Amazon: https://a.co/d/441zeP8  Website: https://down2earthministry.org/the-book/  Unpacking the Mysteries of the Rosary  Amazon: https://a.co/d/il5QQG3  Website: https://down2earthministry.org/the-book/  👇Shop Shop our Store: https://shop.stewardshipmission.com/collections/down-to-earth Catholic Woodworker Rosary Shop: https://bit.ly/3Wr9ExT  Use code *ROSARYCREW-FREESHIP* for free shipping.

    32 min

  6. JAN 14

    2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time 2025 - Year-A

    In this episode, we will explore ideas such as: What is our personal sense of mission? Looking outward, not inward. 6 Ways to Discover Your Mission The readings can be found here: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/011523.cfm   Unpacking the Mass is a production of Down to Earth Ministry which exists to provide encouragement and resources to those considering, converting, and growing in Catholicism.   👇 How to Support Down to Earth Ministry    Website Giving (Tax-Deductible & Easiest Way to Give):  "If you believe in the work we do and want a simple way to support it—this is it."  https://down2earthministry.org/donate    Patreon (Join our Supporters for as little as $5/month):  "When you give through Patreon, you're not just supporting us—you're helping direct the mission."   https://www.patreon.com/c/keithnester   Locals (Join our Community for as little as $5/month):  "Locals is where we gather—not just to watch, but to walk together in faith."  https://keithnester.locals.com      👇 Stay Connected and Explore More   Keith's Website: https://down2earthministry.org/  Rosary Crew Website: https://down2earthministry.org/rosary...  Go to France with Us: https://selectinternationaltours.com/product/saints-of-france-with-fr-aaron-junge-and-keith-nester/ Book Keith to Speak: https://down2earthministry.org/in-per...  Sign up for our Newsletter: https://down2earthministry.org/subscribe    👇 Keith's Books   The Convert's Guide to Roman Catholicism: Your First Year in the Church  Amazon: https://a.co/d/441zeP8  Website: https://down2earthministry.org/the-book/    Unpacking the Mysteries of the Rosary  Amazon: https://a.co/d/il5QQG3  Website: https://down2earthministry.org/the-book/    👇Shop   Shop our Store: https://shop.stewardshipmission.com/collections/down-to-earth   Catholic Woodworker Rosary Shop: https://bit.ly/3Wr9ExT  Use code *ROSARYCREW-FREESHIP* for free shipping.

    39 min

  7. JAN 7

    Baptism of the Lord - Year A

    In this episode, we will explore ideas such as:   1.      Give thanks to God for Jesus. 2.      Allow him to serve you by saving you. 3.      Imitate his obedience by serving others with love.   The readings can be found here: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/011126.cfm   Unpacking the Mass is a production of Down to Earth Ministry which exists to provide encouragement and resources to those considering, converting, and growing in Catholicism.   👇 How to Support Down to Earth Ministry    Website Giving (Tax-Deductible & Easiest Way to Give):  "If you believe in the work we do and want a simple way to support it—this is it."  https://down2earthministry.org/donate    Patreon (Join our Supporters for as little as $5/month):  "When you give through Patreon, you're not just supporting us—you're helping direct the mission."   https://www.patreon.com/c/keithnester   Locals (Join our Community for as little as $5/month):  "Locals is where we gather—not just to watch, but to walk together in faith."  https://keithnester.locals.com      👇 Stay Connected and Explore More   Keith's Website: https://down2earthministry.org/  Rosary Crew Website: https://down2earthministry.org/rosary...  Go to France with Us: https://selectinternationaltours.com/product/saints-of-france-with-fr-aaron-junge-and-keith-nester/ Book Keith to Speak: https://down2earthministry.org/in-per...  Sign up for our Newsletter: https://down2earthministry.org/subscribe    👇 Keith's Books   The Convert's Guide to Roman Catholicism: Your First Year in the Church  Amazon: https://a.co/d/441zeP8  Website: https://down2earthministry.org/the-book/    Unpacking the Mysteries of the Rosary  Amazon: https://a.co/d/il5QQG3  Website: https://down2earthministry.org/the-book/    👇Shop   Shop our Store: https://shop.stewardshipmission.com/collections/down-to-earth   Catholic Woodworker Rosary Shop: https://bit.ly/3Wr9ExT  Use code *ROSARYCREW-FREESHIP* for free shipping.

    32 min

  8. 12/31/2025

    The Epiphany of the Lord 2026 - Year A

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Welcome to Unpacking the Mass, a weekly study through the upcoming week's Mass readings for the Catholic Church. Unpacking the Mass helps listeners prepare their hearts for what they will hear in the upcoming week's Mass through a thoughtful and practical interaction with the texts with an emphasis on personal understanding and application. Join Keith this week and be counted among those to whom Jesus said "Let he who has ears to hear" Matt.13:9. Unpacking the Mass is available as a video on Keith's YouYube channel.

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  • Creator
    Keith Nester
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    201
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2023
  • Show Website
    Unpacking The Mass

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