Peace & Quiet – May 17, 2023

Bible Study: (2:12)

Acts 17:15, 22—18:1

  • Father discusses the dynamics of Paul in Athens

Jn 16:12-15

  • What are we here on earth to do? 

Letters

  • (20:22) – If God were to stop thinking of us, we would cease to exist? 
  • (22:49) – I’m frustrated by the lack of quiet at my parish 
  • (26:31) – Is there chance built into the universe? 

Word of the Day: To Bear (34:16)

Callers 

  • (41:36) –  I am being ordained in two weeks. What is a good novena for me to say in preparation?
  • (44:59) – How do you understand the way God hardens Pharaoh’s heart but then blames Pharaoh for not letting the Israelites go?
  • (46:20) – Psalm 148 is a good proof that dogs are in heaven.
  • (47:31) – Does the form of Baptism really matter? And does it matter by what authority you are baptized?
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