It’s the Second Sunday of Easter— Divine Mercy Sunday. This week, Dr. Scott Powell talks with JD Flynn and Kate Olivera about the structure of Acts of the Apostles, the ancient idiom that contextualizes the book of Revelation, and Jesus’ healing of Thomas.Already read the readings? Skip ahead to 7:00Reading 1 - Acts 5:12-16Psalm 118: 2-4, 13-15, 22-24Reading 2 - Revelation 1:9-11a, 12-13, 17-19Gospel - John 20:19-31 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.pillarcatholic.com/subscribe
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Here comes Simon Peter Cottontail
This week, Dr. Scott Powell approaches the readings for Easter Sunday in reverse. Join Dr. Powell, JD Flynn and Kate Olivera as we learn how Jesus’ resurrection interacts with a frequently misunderstood Jewish feast day. Then, Scott shares what he considers to be the turning point of the entire New Testament. And don’t miss Dr. Powell’s latest book— Walking with Christ: A Journey Through the Gospel of Luke Already read the readings? Skip ahead to 5:40Reading 1 - Acts 10:34a, 37-43Psalm 118: 1-2, 16-17, 22-23Reading 2 - Colossians 3:1-4Gospel - John 20:1-9 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.pillarcatholic.com/subscribe
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52:47
A Holy Week overture
It’s Palm Sunday, everybody. Join Dr. Scott Powell, JD Flynn and Kate Olivera as they unpack this Holy Week overture— including St. Paul’s kenotic hymn, the meaning of Jesus’ last words on the cross and the choice we make each Palm Sunday.Already read the readings? Skip ahead to 21:30Reading during palm procession - Luke 19:28-40Reading 1 - Isaiah 50:4-7Psalm 22: 8-9, 17-20, 23-24Reading 2 - Philippians 2:6-11Gospel - Luke 22:14—23:56 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.pillarcatholic.com/subscribe
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Chumps not sirs
It’s the Fifth Sunday of Lent. Join Dr. Scott Powell, JD Flynn and Kate Olivera as they explore themes of water and dust— and reconsider the Gospel story of the woman caught in adultery.Already read the readings? Skip ahead to 4:45Reading 1 - Isaiah 43:16-21Psalm 126: 1-6Reading 2 - Philippians 3:8-14Gospel - John 8:1-11 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.pillarcatholic.com/subscribe
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The Parable of Prodigal Son and a cliffhanger
Rejoice, everyone— it’s Laetare Sunday! In our first reading, Joshua leads a new generation into the promised land. Then, Dr. Scott Powell suggests it might be time for some of us to rethink how we approach parables.Already read the readings? Skip ahead to 6:50Reading 1 - Joshua 5:9a, 10-12Psalm 34: 2-7Reading 2 - 2 Corinthians 5:17-21Gospel - Luke 15:1-3, 11-32 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.pillarcatholic.com/subscribe
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