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History In The Old Testament Is Important – Father Simon Says – November 19, 2025

Fr. Richard Simonby Fr. Richard Simon
  • (3:42) Bible Study fromMaccabees – 1 & 2 Maccabees are often neglected but are very important for us in understanding the plan of God. Did you know the New Testament is a lot thinner than the Old Testament? That is because the New Testament is simply the fulfillment of the Old Testament. As Catholics, we need to consider the history of salvation, and reading Maccabees can help us do that.
  • (23:40) Break 1
    • Letters:
      • (26:29) Email – Celia: Why was the veil of the Holy of Holies torn in 2 when Jesus died?
      • (31:52) Email – I am feeling hopeless. How can I overcome this?
  • (40:39) Break 2
    • (41:11) Word of the Day -“Mna”
    • (44:47) Phones:
      • (45:18) Carlos – In the case of an emergency and when there is no water, what do you do for Baptism?
      • (47:07) Bob – My grandkids aren’t being taught good Catholic teaching at home. Where can I start with them?

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Fr. Richard Simon

Fr. Richard Simon

Father Richard Simon, who jokingly refers to himself as Reverend Know-it-All is the host of Fr. Simon Says on Relevant Radio. Father Simon delves into the daily Scripture readings, shares a Word of the Day to help you sharpen you vocabulary, and opens the phones to your questions about the Faith. After just a few minutes with Father Simon, you might be convinced that he truly does know it all!