Fr Sjaak and William

Cross Examination

Religion EN ↓ 17 episodes

Join a curious parishioner and his friendly pastor for "Cross Examination," a lighthearted and honest chat about faith, life, and all the questions you've wanted to ask. It's a look at modern life through a Christian lens, served with a side of humor. Fr. Sjaak de Boer holds a Doctorate in Philosophy (Ph. D.) from the KU Leuven and completed his theological studies in London and Boston. He has dedicated 28 years to leading the Parish of the Church of Our Saviour in The Hague, Netherlands, serving both the vibrant international and local community. A shepherd to thousands, Fr. Sjaak is also a p...

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Fr Sjaak and William

Episodes

Seeing is Believing? The Doubter’s Guide to the Octave 13.04.2026 1:02:01

Easter Sunday has come and gone, or has it? We take a closer look at the days after His resurection!

The Teen Takeover!! 08.04.2026 1:10:35

Fr Sjaak has been replaced by our Confirmation teens! Join us in a fun, funny and insightful chat with (y)our youth. I learned a lot as a parent and I hope we all can!

Easter Sunday; Big Bang of Western Civilisation 30.03.2026 1:13:16

Join Fr Sjaak and myself in discussing this moimentous happening in our history.

Holy Week; Super Bowl of the Liturgical calendar! 16.03.2026 1:10:02

Fr Sjaak and I walk through THE week of the year

The Sin of Certainty: Why our faith needs doubt 09.03.2026 36:56

Using the story of Jesus wandering through the wilderness before his ministry, we look at our own journeys through the desert

Lent; Season of giving up, giving back and Joy! 01.03.2026 56:13

Fr Sjaak and I explore the wonderful meaning behind fasting, prayer and almsgiving. Happy Lent everyone!

St Valentine; ultimate sacrifice or a Hallmark concoction? 08.02.2026 58:02

Temptation; Sweet surrender with sour aftertaste? 02.02.2026 1:01:22

Fr Sjaak and I discuss the very connundrum that makes us human. Why do we covet what can be bad for us?

7 Sacraments; You may now kiss the bride! 25.01.2026 47:57

Final sacrament. Part 2 following!

Blessings and superstitions; two sides of the same coin? 12.01.2026 56:01

Father and I discuss blessings and it takes some unexpected twists and turns! Happy New Year to you all!

Christmas movies, Camels and the Nativity story. Happy Christmas Everyone 16.12.2025 1:01:49

'Tís the Season! Advent Special 01.12.2025 50:57

Fr Sjaak and I explore the origins and various cultural nuances about the coming of the baby Jesus!

7 Sacraments; Confirmation! 24.11.2025 1:02:02

Fr Sjaak and I explore the beautiful sacrament of welcoming teenagers into young adulthood and responding to the call of living out your faith.

7 Sacraments - Holy Orders; Answering the Call! 17.11.2025 54:00

Fr Sjaak and I discuss the meaning of priesthood through his personal story. Follow us Facebook and Instagram and let us know your thoughts and questions!

7 Sacraments; Anointing of the Sick 10.11.2025 45:54

Father Sjaak shares deeply personal stories about this wonderful and sometimes misunderstood sacrament of "healing"

7 Sacraments; Confession or Reconciliation? 02.11.2025 46:03

As the first part of our series on the 7 sacraments, Fr Sjaak and I go through the history and meaning of this powerful ritual.

All Saints! 30.10.2025 53:40

Our very first episode! Thanks for joining us and spreading the love!