Saint Coleman Church Podcast

Check out Father Michael's insights from the latest episode of "Know Your Faith" as we delve into part 2 of The Gospel of Matthew Chapter 19. This episode focuses on the significant interactions between Jesus and a young man seeking eternal life, the teachings on the approach to God's kingdom, and the concept of radical discipleship. Listen as we discuss how the Disciples grappled with Jesus's cal...

In this first installment of Father Michael Garcia's look at the Gospel of Matthew Chapter 19, we discover Jesus's journey from Galilee to Jerusalem, the Pharisees' testing of Jesus, and His emphasis on the sanctity of marriage.

As Jesus continues his journey towards Jerusalem, he imparts crucial lessons to his disciples. Using a child as a powerful symbol, Jesus highlights the virtues of humility and complete dependence on God. He warns against causing others to stumble, urging us to be vigilant and resist temptation. Through vivid language, Jesus emphasizes the gravity of sin and the importance of making every effort to...

Fr. Michael Garcia teaches on the Transfiguration and explores the significance of Peter, James, and John's presence, the appearance of Moses and Elijah, and the subsequent divine endorsement from God the Father. In this chapter, we also read about Jesus' prophecies about his own passion, death, and resurrection, the role of faith in performing miracles, and the eventual establishment of the Chris...

Explore the depths of Matthew Chapter 16 in 'Know Your Faith', as we journey with Jesus around the Sea of Galilee and witness crucial interactions with the Pharisees, Sadducees, and his disciples. Discover the profound significance of 'the sign of Jonah', the importance of Peter's declaration, and the foreshadowing of Christ's passion, death, and resurrection

In our latest episode, we examine Matthew Chapter 15, delving into the challenging conversations between Jesus and the Pharisees, Jesus' healing miracles, and his teachings about what truly defiles a person. We highlight the crucial role of faith as demonstrated by a Canaanite woman.

On the Saint Coleman Podcast we're continuing our study of the Gospel of Matthew. In Chapter 14, we read about John the Baptist's tragic fate and the awe-inspiring miracle of Jesus walking on water.

In this episode, we delve into Matthew chapter 13, exploring the transition from Jesus's healing ministry to His use of parables. We discuss the profound significance of parables and how they convey deeper truths.

In this episode of the Saint Coleman Podcast, we delve into Matthew Chapter 12, where Jesus performs miracles, challenges the religious authorities, and expands the concept of family to include those who do the will of the Father in heaven.

In this episode, we delve into Matthew Chapter 11. Join us as we explore the significance of the miracles of Jesus as signs of his identity as the Messiah and uncover the purpose and role of John the Baptist in preparing hearts for the coming of the Messiah.

In this episode, we delve into Matthew chapter 10, where Jesus gathers his handpicked apostles and commissions them to proclaim his teachings. As we explore the names and backgrounds of the twelve apostles, we discover the significance of their role in passing on the faith. Jesus prepares them for the challenges they will face, emphasizing the eternal over the temporal and urging them not to fear...

In Chapter 9 of the Gospel of Matthew, Jesus continued to perform miracles and reveal his Messianic authority. From healing a paralytic and forgiving his sins to calling Matthew, the tax collector, to be his apostle, Jesus demonstrates compassion and the power to restore dignity. In this episode, we explore the significance of faith and witness the profound encounters between Jesus and individuals...

In today's podcast, we dive into Matthew chapter eight, exploring the miracles performed by Jesus as he comes down from the mountain after delivering his sermon on the Mount of Beatitudes. These miracles serve as signs of the Messianic age and point to Jesus' identity as the Son of God.

This week, Fr. Michael Garcia dives deep into Matthew chapter 7, delving further into the teachings of Jesus, the significance of the number seven in the Gospel, and the path to holiness. Check out this episode to uncover the valuable insights that Fr. Michael shares from the Bible and how they can be applied to our daily lives.

In this episode, we delve into Matthew chapter 6, uncovering the timeless wisdom shared by Jesus on matters of piety, prayer, and priorities. Join Fr. Michael as he unpacks the significance of genuine acts of faith, the intimate nature of prayer, and the transformative power of the Lord's Prayer.

Dive into the profound wisdom of Jesus Christ as Father Michael delves into his transformative teachings from the book of Matthew. This enlightening episode presents a deeper understanding of Jesus' perspectives on marriage, anger, and adultery, intricately unpacking these timeless teachings.

Join us in this enlightening episode of "Know Your Faith" we Father Michael Garcia as we journey through the opening verses of Matthew Chapter 5. We explore the significance of the Beatitudes in the context of the Gospel, deconstructing notions of recompense theology and highlighting the pivotal shift Jesus introduces in understanding rewards and salvation. Delving into Jesus's sermons delivered f...

Join us in this thought-provoking episode as we delve into the significance of the temptation of Jesus in the desert. We explore how this chapter highlights the intriguing concept of God Himself being tempted by the devil and the importance of Jesus' human nature. Discover how Jesus shows us how to overcome temptation and why nobody is immune to its allure. Be prepared to embark on a journey of se...

In this episode, Fr. Michael delves into the profound insights of Matthew Chapter Three. Before exploring the chapter, Fr. Michael lays the groundwork by examining the historical context be explaining the three prominent Jewish sects of the time: the Pharisees, Sadducees, and Essenes. Then, we then turn our attention to the central figure of this chapter: John the Baptist. Drawing inspiration from...

In this episode of Know Your Faith, Father Michael discusses the story of the flight to Egypt. After the Magi visit Jesus, an angel of the Lord appears to Joseph in a dream and tells him to take Jesus and Mary to Egypt. Herod, the king of Judea, is afraid of Jesus and wants to kill him. Joseph and Mary flee to Egypt and stay there until Herod dies.

In this episode, Father Michael Garcia discusses the story of the Magi, who were astrologers from the east who followed a star to Bethlehem to worship the newborn Jesus. Father Michael explains the significance of the Magi's visit and how it points to Jesus' identity as the Messiah.

Father Michael's KNOW YOUR FAITH series comes to the Saint Coleman Podcast. In this episode, we begin a 27 part chapter by chapter study of the Gospel of Matthew.

Helping the poor is at the heart of the Gospel message and on today's episode we talk to Oscar Romano, who leads the Saint Coleman Conference of the Saint Vincent de Paul Society.

In this episode we meet Dr. Carol Razza, a professor at Saint Vincent de Paul Seminary in Boynton Beach, Florida. Dr. Razza will be presenting our Lenten Mission on March 22nd and March 23rd. Also, we share details of our trip with R.C.I.A. students down to the Rite of Election at the Cathedral of Saint Mary. Finally, we reflect on our Baptismal Dignity we all have as Catholics.

In this episode we feature a presentation by the Catholic philosopher Dr. Peter Kreeft on The Eucharist. Also, Steve Feeley joins us to talk about the 39th Annual Italian Festival and we preview upcoming events including the parish Lenten Mission and an upcoming talk in April with Fr. Michael on Monastic Tradition.