St. Basil Catholic Church Brecksville Podcast

On Monday, April 8, 2024, Cleveland, Ohio, will be in the path of totality for the solar eclipse. Tune in as we explore the intersection of faith and science, delving into the rich symbolism and theological insights that emerge when Catholicism encounters the wonders of the universe.    Check Us Out Online: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stbasilthegr8/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stba...

God became one of us, died as one of us, and rose as one of us. His resurrection assures us that no matter the depths of suffering or adversity we face, there is always the promise of new life and the assurance of His abiding presence. Hallelujah.   Check Us Out Online: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stbasilthegr8/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stbasilthegr8 YouTube: https://www.youtube...

Trust in the crucified One, Jesus.    Check Us Out Online: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stbasilthegr8/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stbasilthegr8 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@stbasilthegr8 Spotify Music: https://bit.ly/StBasilSpotify

Surrendering brings a flood of God's redeeming love.    Check Us Out Online: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stbasilthegr8/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stbasilthegr8 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@stbasilthegr8 Spotify Music: https://bit.ly/StBasilSpotify

"My God, my God, why...,"  Jesus takes on our "why" so that the places in our heart experiencing pain and suffering may be joined to Him. This Holy Week, let us dive into our human experience by asking "why" so that we may enter into the depths of utter holiness with God.    Check Us Out Online: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stbasilthegr8/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stbasilthegr8 Yo...

Fr. Ryan gave a talk to principals from Catholic schools in the Diocese of Cleveland on March 13, 2024. Link to YouTube video mentioned: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6PH88aAL7hU   Check Us Out Online: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stbasilthegr8/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stbasilthegr8 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@stbasilthegr8 Spotify Music: https://bit.ly/StBasilSpotify

The story of Lazarus in the Gospel reminds us that death has no power over us - instead, Jesus has power over death. In Jesus, there is a life stronger than death.   Check Us Out Online: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stbasilthegr8/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stbasilthegr8 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@stbasilthegr8 Spotify Music: https://bit.ly/StBasilSpotify

Don't let your Bible gather dust like your treadmill, friends! How's Fr. Ryan's and Fr. Jeff's challenge to read the Gospels going on your end? A bit behind? Fear not. We're here to help you get through at least the Gospel of Mark before Easter! That's only 1 chapter a day (and you can take the weekends off!) Check out a great Bible resource:   https://honlam.org/rsvce/index.html     Places to fin...

Our past mistakes, brokenness, and weaknesses do not disqualify us from God's love.  The story of the Samaritan woman at the well is an example of Jesus speaking into her past with reverence, compassion, and love in order to draw her into His healing and transformative powers.    Check Us Out Online: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stbasilthegr8/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stbasiltheg...

Surviving several strokes has been a journey of reflection and prayer with the Lord for St. Basil's Director of Evangelization, Tommy Dome.

To truly listen to Jesus is to invite His presence into our lives. It is through this attentive listening that we find nourishment for our souls, strength for our journey, and the assurance of His unwavering love. Through the Gospels, we encounter the living Word of God, speaking directly to our hearts with timeless relevance and divine authority.

Jesus invites you to experience His love and power through the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Full video: https://youtu.be/PLY27QL9dvE

As we embark on our journey of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving this Lenten season, let us remember that the restlessness we experience in fasting is not merely a hunger of the body, but a hunger of the soul longing for communion with God. Through prayer, we open ourselves up to His grace, finding solace in His presence and strength in our weakness. And as we give alms, let us extend the love and c...

We're all wounded. We need the medicine of Lent to transform us and recognize how much grace we need to direct our longings to God. Full video: https://youtu.be/l-eK2KKQZT8

Consider the transformative journey that lies ahead of you this upcoming season of Lent. Full video: https://youtu.be/NJMcQbpF_gY

During Lent, let us embrace the liberating truth that true freedom is found in living like Jesus. It's a time for our hearts to be laid bare, our egos punctured, so that the real us, vulnerable and open to God's love, can emerge.

By welcoming, seeing, and loving, Jesus healed the leper, embracing him as a whole person. May we, too, welcome and cherish all whom society shuns, knowing that in love's embrace, healing begins.

Learn more about the history and mission for supporting the sustainability of water systems in Honduras.

Jesus wants to save us from the pain of hell and help us enter into an eternal life filled with beauty, goodness, friendship, and more. 

Fr. Ryan welcomes Lisa López as our new Digital Ministries Coordinator. In a heartfelt interview, Lisa shares how her Texas roots divinely connected her to St. Basil the Great Catholic Church in Brecksville, Ohio. 

Following the Lord means living a rich adventure of tasting real moments of fulfillment and longing for more. 

God's communication of love to our hearts speaks to us in ways we will understand. The thoughts, memories, people, and feelings that come to mind may not be distractions.

You're invited to see yourself in the Magi and go on a journey from the known into the unknown to find hope, peace, joy, and more through Jesus.  

Fr. Ryan presented 3 talks for the formation for Lay Ministers for the Archdiocese of Detroit.  This is talk 3.

Fr. Ryan presented 3 talks for the formation for Lay Ministers for the Archdiocese of Detroit.  This is talk 2.