Extraordinary Time

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Extraordinary Time is the Catholic Courier's seasonal podcast for the church's liturgical seasons through weekly Scriptural reflections. Episodes will feature the insights of priests, deacons, women religious and others from around the Diocese of Rochester.

12/25/2025

Christmas: The gift of peace through Christ among us

In the final episode of season two of Extraordinary Time, Bishop Salvatore R. Matano of the Diocese of Rochester reflects on the gift of peace through Christ among us.

8 min
12/21/2025

Fourth Sunday in Advent: Prepare to encounter the heart of Christ at Christmas

Sister of Mercy Barbara Giehl offers a reflection for the Fourth Sunday of Advent as we anticipate the celebration of Christmas. Music heard in Sister Giehl's recording is "Creator of the Stars of Night" from Marty Haugen's 1987 album Nights of Silence, Music for Advent and Christmas. For the readings and Gospel for the Fourth Sunday of Advent: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/122125.cfm To learn more about Extraordinary Time and other Catholic Courier podcasts: https://catholiccourier.com/podcasts/ For the Catholic Courier Advent calendar: https://catholiccourier.com/adventcalendar2025 For the Catholic Courier's Saints Around the Diocese: https://catholiccourier.com/articles/2025-saints-around-the-diocese-contest/ Extraordinary Time is a podcast of the Catholic Courier, newspaper of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Rochester, NY. Like and subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! Also consider leaving us a review!

7 min
12/14/2025

Gaudete Sunday: Our reminder of a joy that does not fade

Father Michael Merritt, parochial vicar at Church of the Holy Spirit in Webster and St. Joseph’s in Penfield, offers a reflection for the Third Sunday of Advent, also known as Gaudete Sunday. This episode is sponsored by Jennings, Nulton & Mattle Funeral Home (https://jenningsnultonmattlefh.com/). Extraordinary Time is a podcast of the Catholic Courier, newspaper of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Rochester, NY. Like and subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! Also consider leaving us a review! For the readings and Gospel for the Third Sunday of Advent: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/121425.cfm To learn more about Extraordinary Time and other Catholic Courier podcasts: https://catholiccourier.com/podcasts/ For the Catholic Courier Advent calendar: https://catholiccourier.com/adventcalendar2025 For the Catholic Courier's Saints Around the Diocese: https://catholiccourier.com/articles/2025-saints-around-the-diocese-contest/ Credits: Host: Gina Capellazzi Guest: Father Michael Merritt Announcer: Robert DiJames Music by: Joseph DiJames Edited by: Gina Capellazzi

10 min
12/07/2025

Second Sunday in Advent: Reform your thinking and transform your life

In this episode, Sister Joan Sobala, SSJ, reflects on the readings for the Second Sunday of Advent. She notes that, following John the Baptist’s example presented in these readings, the season of Advent invites us to reform our thinking and transform our lives. Extraordinary Time is a podcast of the Catholic Courier, newspaper of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Rochester, NY. Like and subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! Also consider leaving us a review! For the readings and Gospel for the Second Sunday of Advent: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/120725.cfm To learn more about Extraordinary Time and other Catholic Courier podcasts: https://catholiccourier.com/podcasts/ For the Catholic Courier Advent calendar: https://catholiccourier.com/adventcalendar2025 For the Catholic Courier's Saints Around the Diocese: https://catholiccourier.com/articles/2025-saints-around-the-diocese-contest/ Credits: Host: Gina Capellazzi Guest: Sister Joan Sobala, SSJ Announcer: Robert DiJames Music by: Joseph DiJames Edited by: Gina Capellazzi

8 min
11/30/2025

First Sunday in Advent: An invitation to live with purpose

Deacon Dennis Donahue reflects on the readings for the first Sunday in Advent and how these readings invite us to live intentionally, with purpose, as we await the birth of Christ. Extraordinary Time is a podcast of the Catholic Courier, newspaper of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Rochester, NY. Like and subscribe so you don’t miss an episode! Also consider leaving us a review! For the readings and Gospel for the First Sunday of Advent: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/113025.cfm To learn more about Extraordinary Time and other Catholic Courier podcasts: https://catholiccourier.com/podcasts/ For the Catholic Courier Advent calendar: https://catholiccourier.com/adventcalendar2025 For the Catholic Courier's Saints Around the Diocese: https://catholiccourier.com/articles/2025-saints-around-the-diocese-contest/ Credits: Host: Gina Capellazzi Guest: Deacon Dennis Donahue Announcer: Robert DiJames Music by: Joseph DiJames Edited by: Gina Capellazzi

10 min
SEASON 2 TRAILER

Extraordinary Time: Advent 2025: Trailer

Extraordinary Time is the Catholic Courier‘s seasonal podcast for the church’s liturgical seasons. The second season of the podcast — Advent 2025 — will accompany listeners through Advent with weekly Scriptural reflections. Episodes will feature the insights of priests, deacons, women religious and others from around the Diocese of Rochester. The first episode of Advent 2025 will launch Nov. 30 and episodes will be released each Sunday through Dec. 21. To learn more about the Extraordinary Time podcast and other Catholic Courier podcasts: https://catholiccourier.com/podcasts/ Credits: Host: Gina Capellazzi Music by "O Come, O Come Emmanuel" for the harp (Storyblocks)

2 min
04/20/2025

Easter: The world changed forever

Celebrate the joy of Easter with this special message from Father Paul Bonacci, pastor of St. Pius X in Chili, as he reflects on the day the world changed forever when Jesus conquered death. Extraordinary Time is a podcast from the Catholic Courier, the newspaper of the Diocese of Rochester. For more Extraordinary Time, visit https://catholiccourier.com/podcasts/ and stay up-to-date with Holy Week resources from the Catholic Courier at https://catholiccourier.com/special-s... To learn more about the Catholic Courier's Jubilee 2025: Pilgrim of Hope podcast: https://catholiccourier.com/podcasts/ Credits: Host: Gina Capellazzi Guest: Father Paul Bonacci Announcer: Robert DiJames Music by Joseph DiJames Edited by Gina Capellazzi Special Guest: Father Paul Bonacci.

5 min
04/16/2025

What is the Triduum? Tradition's symbolism explained

Father Michael Costik, pastor of St. Benedict Parish in Canandaigua and Bloomfield, NY, breaks down the origins, customs and symbolism of the Easter Triduum — Holy Thursday, Good Friday and Holy Saturday. Prepare to enter into the joy of Easter through deeper understanding of the Triduum. For a list of Holy Week Masses and services, visit Monroe County: https://catholiccourier.com/articles/2024-holy-week-and-easter-masses-in-monroe-county/ Finger Lakes: https://catholiccourier.com/articles/2024-holy-week-and-easter-masses-in-the-finger-lakes-region/ Southern Tier: https://catholiccourier.com/articles/2024-holy-week-and-easter-masses-in-the-southern-tier-region/ Extraordinary Time is a podcast from the Catholic Courier, the newspaper of the Diocese of Rochester. For more Extraordinary Time, visit https://catholiccourier.com/podcasts/ and stay up-to-date with Holy Week resources from the Catholic Courier at https://catholiccourier.com/special-sections/lent-and-easter/ Credits: Host: Gina Capellazzi Guest: Father Michael Costik Announcer: Robert DiJames Music by Joseph DiJames Edited by Gina Capellazzi Special Guest: Father Michael Costik.

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Extraordinary Time is the Catholic Courier's seasonal podcast for the church's liturgical seasons through weekly Scriptural reflections. Episodes will feature the insights of priests, deacons, women religious and others from around the Diocese of Rochester.

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