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. 3D AGO

    3rd Sunday in Easter - Year A

    In this episode, we will explore ideas such as:   Where Peter's powerful preaching came from Keeping Christ at the center. Don't let disappointment distract you from Jesus   The readings can be found here: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/041926.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.

    30 min

  2. APR 8

    Divine Mercy Sunday - Year A

    In this episode, we will explore ideas such as: What the Church did to Explode How the Resurrection powers us toward Heaven How Jesus responds to us when we doubt The readings can be found here: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/041226.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-crew 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-person  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

  3. APR 1

    Easter Sunday - Year A

    In this episode, we will explore ideas such as: 1.      Even when all seems lost, like Mary, go to Jesus. They didn't understand, yet they still held together. 2.      When we need help, we can find it in the Church. 3.      The resurrection really happened, and your belief in it will dictate your life.   The readings can be found here: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/040526.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-crew 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-person  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

  4. MAR 25

    Palm Sunday - Year A

    In this episode, we will explore ideas such as: How Jesus defends us Welcoming Jesus as King Being used by God to bring Him to others The readings can be found here: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/032226.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/rosarycrew  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-person  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.

    21 min

  5. MAR 18

    5th Sunday in Lent - Year A

    In this episode, we will explore ideas such as: Living life through the lens or resurrection How Jesus felt the pain of loss Death is hard but it is not the end The readings can be found here: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/032226.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-crew  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-person 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.

    41 min

  6. MAR 11

    4th Sunday in Lent - Year A

    In this episode, we will explore ideas such as: How God chooses people Accepting God's choice for you Encountering Jesus in your suffering The readings can be found here: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/031526.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-person/  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

  7. MAR 4

    3rd Sunday in Lent - Year A

    In this episode, we will explore ideas such as: What we truly thirst for How God fulfills our greatest need Worshipping God the way He wants The readings can be found here: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/030826.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-crew/ 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-person  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.

    29 min

  8. FEB 25

    2nd Sunday in Lent

    In this episode, we will explore ideas such as: God calls us in to new places, but will we go? Bearing our share of suffering for the gospel How Lent is going so far The readings can be found here: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/030126.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-crew/  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-person/ 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
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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
    209
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2023
  • Show Website
    Unpacking The Mass

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