St. Basil Catholic Church Brecksville Podcast

Fr. Ryan and Cari sit down to discuss the newly renovated Church, some of the changes to notice, and different aspects of the design that stick out to them.  Masses in the newly renovated Church will begin the weekend of Palm Sunday, April 12-13, 2025.    Come, follow us: Parish Website   |   Facebook   |   Instagram   |   YouTube   |   Spotify Music

We were deemed very good, then deemed flawed and fallen, but Jesus gets the last word.     Come, follow us: Parish Website   |   Facebook   |   Instagram   |   YouTube   |   Spotify Music

In December of 2024, Bishop Edward Malesic shared his first pastoral letter for the Diocese of Cleveland, A Flourishing Apostolic Church.  Fr. Ryan shared with multiple parish groups about the Bishop's new letter.  In this talk, Fr. Ryan addresses a group of parishioners after weekday Mass, sharing the Bishop's heart and the fruits of his personal prayer time with the document.   Read the document...

"God has reconciled us to himself through Christ."  Sounds great, but what does that mean? Come, follow us: Parish Website   |   Facebook   |   Instagram   |   YouTube   |   Spotify Music

Letting ourselves be moved by the goodness of the world and of God naturally leads to sharing it with others.     Check Us Out Online: Website:  www.basilthegreat.org Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/stbasilthegr8/ Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/stbasilthegr8 YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@stbasilthegr8 Spotify Music:  https://bit.ly/StBasilSpotify

Tommy and Andrea discuss tips for raising children in the faith.  They also discuss some of the changes coming to children's faith formation in the coming year, and how St. Basil is helping to support parents in raising great Catholic kids.    Check Us Out Online: Website:  www.basilthegreat.org Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/stbasilthegr8/ Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/stbasilthegr8...

To help you prepare your heart for the sacrament of Reconciliation, Fr. Ryan has recorded an Examination of Conscience according to the 10 Commandments.  Take some time to pray with this examination, and return to it as often as you need, to ready your heart to meet our Merciful Lord in the Confessional.   Check Us Out Online: Website:  www.basilthegreat.org Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/stb...

The story of Jesus' Transfiguration reveals many truths about communicating with God. LISTEN ONLINE https://basilthegreat.podbean.com/

We can think that because we are tempted, we are bad people, as temptation can lead to sin. But temptation is not sin. It actually makes us like Jesus, who was also tempted by Satan. When we are tempted, we call on Jesus to be with us and help us to resist the lure of Satan to sin.    St. Basil the Great Bulletin:  https://basilthegreat.org/bulletin/     Check Us Out Online: Website:  www.basilthe...

As we enter the season of Lent, are we entering with busy hearts, just trying to fit everything into our lives.  Or, are we approaching Lent with humility and gentleness, as a time of retreat, allowing ourselves to be loved by God?   Check Us Out Online: Website:  www.basilthegreat.org Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/stbasilthegr8/ Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/stbasilthegr8 YouTube: ...

Fr. Ryan and Deacon Rob sit down to discuss the season of Lent, giving insights and tips for a fruitful and holy Lent.  Lent is a season where the entire Church goes on retreat together, into the desert for 40 days, how will you spend your Lent?   Sign up for Hallow! Go to hallow.com/parish and type in "St. Basil the Great Brecksville" to receive 120 days for only $1 for new subscribers.  Check Us...

Quite often, what is stored away in our heart is our neglect of ourselves.  When we take the time to listen to and honor what is in our hearts and share it with the Lord, we are able to come alive, and live in the Father's love.   This homily was preached at the Marriages of Grace Catholic Marriages Day by Day Event.    St. Basil the Great Bulletin:  https://basilthegreat.org/bulletin/     Check U...

Ahead of a the Sacrament of Confession, Fr. Ryan shares with the men on the Christ Renews His Parish Retreat the importance of masculine vulnerability.  When we let down our guard and let the little child inside of us show, we can be cared for by our Heavenly Father, forgiven, and brought into His family.    Check Us Out Online: Website:  www.basilthegreat.org Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/s...

Lent is coming soon! What are you doing this year for Lent? Cari and Tommy share 101 things to give up or take up this Lent which you can take to prayer and ask the Lord what He is calling you to do this Lent.  Mentioned in this episode:  -Formed.org  -Foretold Series at St. Basil Sign Up: https://form.jotform.com/250426024712143 -Sign up for Hallow! Go to hallow.com/parish and type in "St. Basil...

When we take part in the Mass, we are engaging in something holy, where God touches earth in the sacred mysteries.  We use exquisite vestments, adorn our altar, process with a fancy Gospel book, to help awaken our senses to the truth that Infinite Beauty is present with us, and speaking to us through the Mass.    St. Basil the Great Bulletin:  https://basilthegreat.org/bulletin/     Check Us Out O...

Deacon Rob and Deacon Dave share their stories of their deaconate vocations, highlights from their ministries, and share tips for all to deepen their prayer life as we celebrate the Jubilee of Deacons during this year of hope.    Check Us Out Online: Website:  www.basilthegreat.org Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/stbasilthegr8/ Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/stbasilthegr8 YouTube:  http...

Jesus talks about giving us living water, but how do we find it? It is in the times of silence, 15 minutes a day as Bishop Malesic suggests in his new document, A Flourishing Apostolic Church, that we find the Lord and our thirst is quenched by His living water.    St. Basil the Great Bulletin:  https://basilthegreat.org/bulletin/     Check Us Out Online: Website:  www.basilthegreat.org Facebook: ...

Fr. Ryan sits down with parishioners Jennifer and Andre Calabretta to hear their love story and how their marriage has blossomed over its 20 years. They share helpful tips and wishes for marriages of every age and stage as they reflect on the blessings and challenges of marriage.    Check Us Out Online: Website:  www.basilthegreat.org Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/stbasilthegr8/ Instagram: ...

Cari is joined by newly married Daniela and engaged Lauren, both parishioners at St. Basil as they discuss how they incorporated their faith into all aspects of their weddings.  From obvious moments such as the Mass, to less obvious like dress shopping, they share their experience and tips for brides and grooms as they plan their weddings.    Catholic Wedding Processionals and Recessionals - https...

Just as Jesus got into Peter's boat, Jesus gets into ours, and asks us to be a part of His mission.  His mission may take us to a far away place, but most often it is at home, with our friends and family, loving them, caring for them, and teaching them of His love.    St. Basil the Great Bulletin:  https://basilthegreat.org/bulletin/     Check Us Out Online: Website:  www.basilthegreat.org Faceboo...

To kick off National Marriage Week, Fr. Ryan sits down with Maria Wancata from the Office of Marriage and Family Ministry for the Diocese of Cleveland to discuss all things Marriage.  They cover various topics about the Sacrament including why Catholics get married in a Church, the importance of marriage preparation, and tips for healthy and holy marriages.    Check Us Out Online: Website:  www.ba...

Simeon waited for the Christ in the temple for years.  In Simeon's perseverance and unwavering hope that what the Lord had promised would be fulfilled, we learn how to be beacons of hope and to share Christ in our daily lives.    St. Basil the Great Bulletin:  https://basilthegreat.org/bulletin/     Check Us Out Online: Website:  www.basilthegreat.org Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/stbasilthe...

At the Pursuing an Everlasting Love Marriage event, Fr. Ryan led married couples in a time of Eucharistic Adoration and reflection on their marriage and God's role in it.  He concluded with a beautiful time of prayer with the spouses praying for one another.    Check Us Out Online: Website: www.basilthegreat.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stbasilthegr8/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com...

Fr. Liptak, Andrea, and Cari sit down to talk through a beautiful moment they have experienced in the past week.  Throughout this Year of Beauty, we want to take extra time to notice and savor these moments and get in the habit of sharing them with others.  All beauty is a window to the Infinite Beauty, God Himself.    Check Us Out Online: Website: www.basilthegreat.org Facebook: https://www.faceb...

When we come to Mass, we come with every part of us, the part that get distracted, the part that listens intently, the part that is more excited sometimes for Donut Sunday.  The Lord uses all of our parts to come back to Him, especially through His word, that He can speak to us and make us whole.    St. Basil the Great Bulletin:  https://basilthegreat.org/bulletin/     Check Us Out Online: Website...