St. Basil Catholic Church Brecksville Podcast

In John's Gospel, Jesus shows us how to pick up our crosses with an immense love and carry them in this world.  So much so that we are able to unite our sufferings to his as we kiss our crosses.    Come, follow us: Parish Website   |   Facebook   |   Instagram   |   YouTube   |   Spotify Music

Easter is a season of hope.  Our hope is contagious and it impacts others in ways we cannot even imagine.  How do you live in hope, and bring that hope to others?   Come, follow us: Parish Website   |   Facebook   |   Instagram   |   YouTube   |   Spotify Music

As we go out into the world, we bring the light of Christ into the world.  The light that has defeated darkness and death and brings the promise of eternal life.   Come, follow us: Parish Website   |   Facebook   |   Instagram   |   YouTube   |   Spotify Music

God loves us so much that He became one of us, and laid down His life for us.  When we think about this love, it is crazy, but should help us to know how crazy He is about us.    Come, follow us: Parish Website   |   Facebook   |   Instagram   |   YouTube   |   Spotify Music

The Institution of the Priesthood happens on Holy Thursday when Jesus washes the disciples feet and instructs them to do likewise.  When we take a moment to marvel at the priesthood, we can thank God for the beauty of it, that He would be willing to work through His priests in this world.    Come, follow us: Parish Website   |   Facebook   |   Instagram   |   YouTube   |   Spotify Music

Journey with St. Basil this Lent through the Stations of the Cross as we contemplate through imaginative prayer the Stations of the Cross. As we walk alongside those that were in and around Jesus during His final walk to Calvary, we will learn to pray with them in a new way, and bring that prayer into our lives.   Come, follow us: Parish Website   |   Facebook   |   Instagram   |   YouTube   |   S...

Cari and Randi pray with the fourteenth station, Jesus is laid in the tomb. Journey with St. Basil this Lent through the Stations of the Cross as we contemplate through imaginative prayer the Stations of the Cross. As we walk alongside those that were in and around Jesus during His final walk to Calvary, we will learn to pray with them in a new way, and bring that prayer into our lives. Episodes w...

Jesus stretches out His arms on the cross and shows us what love looks like.  The cross is not meant to be a reminder of how bad we are, but allow us to realize the great gift Jesus gave us, giving everything of Himself for us on the cross.    Come, follow us: Parish Website   |   Facebook   |   Instagram   |   YouTube   |   Spotify Music

Cari and James pray with the thirteenth station, Jesus is taken down from the cross. Journey with St. Basil this Lent through the Stations of the Cross as we contemplate through imaginative prayer the Stations of the Cross. As we walk alongside those that were in and around Jesus during His final walk to Calvary, we will learn to pray with them in a new way, and bring that prayer into our lives. E...

Cari and Fr. Ryan pray with the twelfth station, Jesus dies the cross. Journey with St. Basil this Lent through the Stations of the Cross as we contemplate through imaginative prayer the Stations of the Cross. As we walk alongside those that were in and around Jesus during His final walk to Calvary, we will learn to pray with them in a new way, and bring that prayer into our lives. Episodes will r...

Cari and John pray with the eleventh station, Jesus is nailed to the cross. Journey with St. Basil this Lent through the Stations of the Cross as we contemplate through imaginative prayer the Stations of the Cross. As we walk alongside those that were in and around Jesus during His final walk to Calvary, we will learn to pray with them in a new way, and bring that prayer into our lives. Episodes w...

On his deathbed, St. Francis sang songs of praise, asked for forgiveness, and enjoyed one last cookie before entering eternal life.  His story and the Gospel of the raising of Lazarus, remind us to prepare for death while we can, living generous, holy lives, growing close to the Lord, forgiving and asking for forgiveness, and knowing that we can enjoy the cookies- the joys of this life that God ha...

Cari and Doug pray with the tenth station, Jesus is stripped of his garments. Journey with St. Basil this Lent through the Stations of the Cross as we contemplate through imaginative prayer the Stations of the Cross. As we walk alongside those that were in and around Jesus during His final walk to Calvary, we will learn to pray with them in a new way, and bring that prayer into our lives. Episodes...

Cari and Kendall pray with the ninth station, Jesus falls the third time. Journey with St. Basil this Lent through the Stations of the Cross as we contemplate through imaginative prayer the Stations of the Cross. As we walk alongside those that were in and around Jesus during His final walk to Calvary, we will learn to pray with them in a new way, and bring that prayer into our lives. Episodes wil...

Jesus doesn't turn away from the blind man, but toward him, just like St. Francis doesn't run from the lepper, but embraces him.  We are called to love the outcast, how do we do that in our daily lives?   Come, follow us: Parish Website   |   Facebook   |   Instagram   |   YouTube   |   Spotify Music

Cari and Andrea pray with the eighth station, Jesus meets the women of Jerusalem. Journey with St. Basil this Lent through the Stations of the Cross as we contemplate through imaginative prayer the Stations of the Cross. As we walk alongside those that were in and around Jesus during His final walk to Calvary, we will learn to pray with them in a new way, and bring that prayer into our lives. Epis...

Cari and Nicole pray with the seventh station, Jesus falls the second time. Journey with St. Basil this Lent through the Stations of the Cross as we contemplate through imaginative prayer the Stations of the Cross. As we walk alongside those that were in and around Jesus during His final walk to Calvary, we will learn to pray with them in a new way, and bring that prayer into our lives. Episodes w...

The woman at the well was running from and trying to solve her problems on her own.  This is not a unique story. Fr. Ryan shares how St. Francis of Assisi and his own personal story of running away to a "well." We are called to find the "wells" in our own lives, and take time this Lent to detach from them and turn toward Jesus.    Come, follow us: Parish Website   |   Facebook   |   Instagram   | ...

Cari and Stephanie pray with the sixth station, Veronica wipes the face of Jesus. Journey with St. Basil this Lent through the Stations of the Cross as we contemplate through imaginative prayer the Stations of the Cross. As we walk alongside those that were in and around Jesus during His final walk to Calvary, we will learn to pray with them in a new way, and bring that prayer into our lives. Epis...

Cari and Dan pray with the fifth station, Simon helps Jesus carry His cross. Journey with St. Basil this Lent through the Stations of the Cross as we contemplate through imaginative prayer the Stations of the Cross. As we walk alongside those that were in and around Jesus during His final walk to Calvary, we will learn to pray with them in a new way, and bring that prayer into our lives. Episodes...

When we give things up for lent, coffee, candy, social media, and ask ourselves, do I love coffee more than Jesus? Do I love candy more than Jesus? And as we grow in intimacy with God we can begin to say, Jesus, I want to love you more than coffee, please help me.  Come, follow us: Parish Website   |   Facebook   |   Instagram   |   YouTube   |   Spotify Music

Cari and Amy pray with the fourth station, Jesus Meets His Mother. Journey with St. Basil this Lent through the Stations of the Cross as we contemplate through imaginative prayer the Stations of the Cross. As we walk alongside those that were in and around Jesus during His final walk to Calvary, we will learn to pray with them in a new way, and bring that prayer into our lives. Episodes will relea...

Cari and Fr. Liptak pray with the third station, Jesus Falls the First Time. Journey with St. Basil this Lent through the Stations of the Cross as we contemplate through imaginative prayer the Stations of the Cross. As we walk alongside those that were in and around Jesus during His final walk to Calvary, we will learn to pray with them in a new way, and bring that prayer into our lives. Episodes...

As we journey through Lent, we are called to spend time in prayer, fasting, and almsgiving.  St. Francis of Assisi is a great example to us of giving of ourselves in service to others, and as a parish we have an opportunity to help those in need through Catholic Charities.   Give to the Catholic Charities Annual Appeal: https://www.catholiccommunity.org/support/catholic-charities/catholic-charitie...

Cari and Andrew pray with the second station, Jesus. Journey with St. Basil this Lent through the Stations of the Cross as we contemplate through imaginative prayer the Stations of the Cross. As we walk alongside those that were in and around Jesus during His final walk to Calvary, we will learn to pray with them in a new way, and bring that prayer into our lives. Episodes will release Wednesdays...