Episode 978 (12:30)
In this episode: Story of Katie; We are called by God to be people of praise; Praise God in the light and especially in the darkness; Scriptural references to praising God in the storm; Kidney stones; Epilogue on Katie and her family
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In this episode: Jesus' baptism; A baptism where a father lifts up his son to show his beloved son; What is baptism? Do you remember your baptism? If you were baptized, know that fact and be aware that God's grace has changed you because of it; It is not just a symbol, but the outpouring of God’s sanctifying grace; Special praise and worship song in light of the readings of the Mass for the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord.
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In this episode: Fr. Bill shares the story of Gabe and Reneé Snodgrass family and their tragedies and how God shored them up through it all; They are a holy family, and yours can be as well
I am a Catholic priest, ordained in 2000 for the Archdiocese of Portland in Oregon.
