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In this episode of Catholic Girl on the Radio, we study Mark 3:1-6 — Jesus healing the man with the withered hand on the Sabbath — reflecting on the true meaning of the Sabbath and Christ’s compassion through the wisdom of the Church Fathers, and what this Gospel means for our lives today.

In this episode of Catholic Girl on the Radio, we study Mark 2:18-22 — the question of fasting and the mystery of the Bridegroom — with the wisdom of the Church Fathers Bede the Venerable and Palladius of Antioch, and what this Gospel means for our lives today.

In this episode of Catholic Girl on the Radio, we study Mark 1:40-45 — the healing of the leper — reflecting on Christ’s authority and compassion through the wisdom of the Church Fathers, Bede the Venerable and St. John Chrysostom, and what this Gospel means for our lives today.

In this episode we explore the miracle of the Feeding of the Five Thousand in Mark 6:34-44, guided by the wisdom of the Church Fathers Bede the Venerable and Theophylact of Ochrid. We reflect on the Shepherd’s compassion for the crowd, the mystical meaning of the five loaves and two fish, Christ’s divine generosity, the symbolism of the twelve baskets, and the balance of spiritual rest and labor i...

Matthew 4:12-17, 23-25 | Catholic Girl on the Radio | S2 Ep 151

The Presentation of Jesus in the Temple: Commentary on Luke 2:22-35Dive deep into the rich historical and theological meaning of the Presentation of Jesus in the Temple with this compilation of ancient Christian commentary. This video brings together the insights of three key Church Fathers:St. Cyril of Alexandria (d. 444): Explores Christ as the Mediator, the "Light for revelation to the Gen...

Dive deep into the timeless wisdom of St. John Chrysostom's homily on Matthew 10:17-22. In this powerful commentary, Chrysostom provides a vivid contrast between the world-conquering fortitude of the Apostles—simple fishermen who triumphed over the Devil and the entire world through endurance and conversion—and the fleeting "honors" of pagan philosophers like Plato and the Cynics.**K...

Dive into the profound spiritual insights of St. John Chrysostom (AD 407) as he unpacks the annunciation to Joseph in Matthew 1:18-25. This modern-English translation faithfully preserves the structure and "moral intensity" of the original homily, making the wisdom of the Golden-Mouthed Saint accessible for today's reader. What You Will Discover:The Divine Plan and Joseph's Role:...

Unpacking Matthew 11:11-15: Why is John the Baptist the greatest, and what does it mean that "the least in the kingdom of heaven is greater"?Join us as we explore the profound interpretations of this pivotal passage from the Gospel of Matthew, featuring the insights of three influential Church Fathers: St. John Chrysostom, St. Jerome, and St. Hilary of Poitiers. In this video, we delve i...

Unpacking Matthew 11:11-15: Why is John the Baptist the greatest, and what does it mean that "the least in the kingdom of heaven is greater"?Join us as we explore the profound interpretations of this pivotal passage from the Gospel of Matthew, featuring the insights of three influential Church Fathers: St. John Chrysostom, St. Jerome, and St. Hilary of Poitiers. In this video, we delve i...

Unpacking Matthew 11:11-15: Why is John the Baptist the greatest, and what does it mean that "the least in the kingdom of heaven is greater"?Join us as we explore the profound interpretations of this pivotal passage from the Gospel of Matthew, featuring the insights of three influential Church Fathers: St. John Chrysostom, St. Jerome, and St. Hilary of Poitiers. In this video, we delve i...

Unpacking Matthew 11:11-15: Why is John the Baptist the greatest, and what does it mean that "the least in the kingdom of heaven is greater"?Join us as we explore the profound interpretations of this pivotal passage from the Gospel of Matthew, featuring the insights of three influential Church Fathers: St. John Chrysostom, St. Jerome, and St. Hilary of Poitiers. In this video, we delve i...

Matthew 9:27-31 | Catholic Girl on the Radio | S2 Ep 141

Matthew 7:21, 24-27 | Catholic Girl on the Radio | S2 Ep 140

Matthew 15:29-37 | Catholic Girl on the Radio | S2 Ep 139

Luke 10:21-24 | Catholic Girl on the Radio | S2 Ep 138

Matthew 8:5-11 | Catholic Girl on the Radio | S2 Ep 137

Luke 21:5-11 | Catholic Girl on the Radio | S2 Ep 136

Luke 21:1-4 | Catholic Girl on the Radio | S2 Ep 135

Luke 17:20-25 | Catholic Girl on the Radio | S2 Ep 133

In this episode, Rita Saikali explores the Gospel of St. Luke, focusing on the significance of prayer in decision-making, particularly in the context of Christ choosing his apostles. She emphasizes the importance of spending time in prayer, especially at night, to foster intimacy with God and to rise above earthly desires. The discussion also touches on the Ember Days, a tradition in the Catholic...

In this episode, Rita Saikali delves into the Gospel of St. Luke, focusing on the profound themes of Christ's mission, the role of the Holy Spirit, and the nature of division and conflict that arise from faith. Through the lens of early Church Fathers, she explores the metaphor of fire as a symbol of spiritual awakening, purification, and the challenges faced by believers. The discussion also...

Luke 10:38-42 | Catholic Girl on the Radio | S2 Ep 125

Luke 9: 51 - 56 | Catholic Girl on the Radio

Luke 7:36-50 | Catholic Girl on the Radio | S2 Ep 123