A Spiritual Journey with podcaster, MartinT with short narrated discussions on a wide range of topics such as people, events, places of interest, books, experiences
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A wide range of early discussions of food in the First Chapters of the Bible-Genesis and Exodus and then followed by Food Norms that were gathered from the Encyclopedia of the Bible and Bible Gateway sites. The discussions cover the early events involving Adam and Eve, Abraham and his visitors, Joseph in Egypt with harvesting the grains in abundant…
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These are two psalms than give praise to God. There are about 150 psalms and they cover a multitude of subjects from asking for God's assistance against our enemies, having mercy on us, forgive us for our transgressions as well as thanksgiving for gifts. These psalms -145 & 146 simply praise God for all of his goodness. Thanks for listening. Martin…
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A Different Perspective on Life-Richard Rohr
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A short discussion about going about living in a way that is expanding beyond our usual paths. In essence, to move into realms that are less familiar, perhaps less comfortable and not always with people who are "just like us". Richard Rohr uses the example of Jesus leaving his comfortable surroundings in Nazareth where He was with his kindred Jewis…
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A short discussion on how Bishop Sheen became such a strong communicator both in radio and in television during the 20th century. He had a religious program on television that, defied the odds in its immense popularity. He was delivering audiences that, to some degree, challenged the likes of the star comedian, Milton Berle and others. His radio sh…
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Peter Maurin Collaborates with Dorothy Day
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This recounts the early years of Peter Maurin, his development as a spiritual individual and, later, his profound impact on Dorothy Day and how they together started the Catholic Worker newspaper and hospitality houses. An unusual but rather profound person who never strived to be someone other than a spiritual but poor gentleman. Thanks for listen…
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Tesla's Cybertruck & Pocket Hose Copper Bullet, Pasta Cutter
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Some thoughts on unusual items for the home or traveling. The Cybertruck is a very advanced, almost space-aged looking vehicle that has just been introduced by Tesla. The Pocket Hose is a unique hose that differs from all others in that it has the appearance of a snake when water first goes into it, moving constantly and it works! Also a Pasta Cutt…
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Description of service, care for others, caring, checking out, restaurants, importance of others in your life Thanks for listening. MartinTBy MartinT
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The Book Barn, located in Niantic, CT is a totally different kind of book store. They have three locations in this small coastal town and sell used books, dvd's and cd's at a fraction of the original prices. The selections are vast, the sales associates are very friendly and knowledgable and the overall experience is fun. Thanks for listening. Mart…
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Just a six minute meditation on the search for the proper way to pray by Richard Rohr's Center for Contemplation and Action that is based in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Richard Rohr is a Franciscan priest who has tried not to set boundaries on religion but accepting what is positive wherever it can be found. Thanks for listening. MartinT…
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Dr. Hicks writes a very spiritual article in the Fairfield(CT0County Catholic about the ramifications of being charitable and what that means for each one of us. His writings include many perspectives from different authors. Thanks for listening. MartinTBy MartinT
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St. Januarius-Transfer of His Blood from Solid to Liquid-A Miracle
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The episode covers the transfer of St. Januarius's blood from a solid state to a liquid state three times a year in Naples, Italy. It is a miracle that no scientific studies can refute at this point. Thanks for listening. MartinTBy MartinT
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A description of Mother Teresa as she left Albania, joined her first Missionary Society-the Lotero Sisters in Ireland, her desire to start the Missionaries of Charity and desire to go to Calcutta, India to serve the very poor that would need her assistance. There are quotes from a book entitled " Mother Teresa- Come Be My Light" edited by Brian Kol…
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Eucharistic Miracles-Bolsena and Cascia, Italy
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Eucharistic Miracles that occurred in Bolsena and Cascia, Italy in the 1200's and 1300's. One involves a priest not totally convinced of the Real Presence of Christ in the Eucharist and the other about a priest visiting a sick peasant but irreverently placed the Eucharistic host in his breviary pages haphazardly. Thanks for listening. MartinT…
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Richard Rohr-Listening To Creation-Trees & Desert
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A Richard Rohr Daily Meditation. This concentrates on humans not fully taking for granted all of the beautiful experiences we can have by being attuned to nature. It consists of commentaries by Barbara Mahany(The Preaching of the Trees) and the impact that a singular monk, a Christian mystic Brother Lawrence, had on her in his descriptions of natur…
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Bullyingoccurs not only in school aged children but also in family and business environments but also in the world at large where one set of principles or belief systems is directed upon another group. It is a form of a belief in dominating or control of others deemed to be below them. Thanks for listening. MartinT…
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A story of Bree Solstad's beautiful conversion from a life in the pornography field to a true believer in Jesus Christ. It describes how the Real Presence of Christ in the Eucharist transformed her life. Thanks for listening. MartinTBy MartinT
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Story about Solanus Casey who was having difficulty with his schooling but wanted to be a priest. He was relegated to being a doorkeeper at the entrance to the church. However, he was very gifted in other ways and people would flock to him. He cared for the poor and the sick in Detroit, Michigan. Thanks for listening. MartinT…
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Scripture Reading from Matthew, Luke, Romans and John 17-Love of the Father and the Final Prayer of Jesus. With narrator, Dr. Thomas Hicks Thanks for listening. MartinTBy MartinT
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Beautiful Scripture Readings on seeking Wisdom-a large section is from the Book of Proverbs. All designed for the choosing of the better way, the way that we will be enriched in our lives. Thanks for listening. MartinTBy MartinT
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Excerpt from Richard Rohr's book-Things Hidden Scripture as Spirituality
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A short but insightful discussion by Richard Rohr of the constant existence of duality. The inner group versus the outer group. We always seem to need some people or groups of people to lord over or complain about. How Jesus and Saint Francis favored the less powerful. Thanks for listening. MartinTBy MartinT
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Joseph in Genesis Episode 5-final Joseph Chapters 46,47 & 50
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A Final resolution of Joseph with his father, Jacob and his brothers. Includes Joseph's plans during the famine in Egypt, the death of Jacob and , ultimately, the death of Joseph. Thanks for listening. MartinTBy MartinT
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A song by Marlane Tubridy. Jesus walks the earth after his Crucifixion and Death. The song emphasizes God's promise that we, too, shall walk again when we arise. To View Song with original VIDEO by composer, click YouTube link: https://youtu.be/oDGgw2KOgL8?si=UHue17-GJr6ftvTL Thanks for listening. MartinT…
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Joseph in Genesis-Episode 4 -Chapters 44 and 45-Joseph and Brothers
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Joseph in Genesis is arranging for his brothers, his younger brother, Benjamin and, ultimately, is father Jacob to come to Goshen in Egypt. The joy of Jacob in seeing his son, who he thought had died. Thanks for listening. MartinTBy MartinT
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Feast of St. Joseph -March 19th An inspiring Saint to follow.
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Saint Joseph hardly receives any attention in the Bible and is not quoted at all. Yet, he is so instrumental in raising Jesus and caring for both Jesus and Mary . His travels could not have been easy and yet he went to Bethlehem and shortly thereafter, because of the concern for Jesus' life, traveled and stayed in Egypt. A worker, carpenter and pro…
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Joseph in Genesis Episode 3-Chapters 42 & 43 Joseph and his brothers
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The story of Joseph as the ruler that Pharaoh has selected to oversee the distribution of food during the period of famine in the region. Jacob's sons come from Caanan for grain. They bring the youngest son of Rachel and Jacob, Benjamin, Joseph's youngest brother. Thanks for listening. MartinTBy MartinT
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Joseph in Genesis Episode 2-Chapters 40 & 41-Joseph in Egypt
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Joseph interprets dreams and forecasts 7 years of abundance followed by 7 years of famine. Joseph is also visited by his brothers searching for grain to bring back to Caanan. Joseph meets his younger brother, Benjamin and finds out his father is still alive Thanks for listening. MartinTBy MartinT
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The beginning of the story of Joseph and his brothers in Genesis Chapters 37 & 39
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The story of Joseph with his brothers and also his encounter with the wife of Potiphar in Genesis. Joseph is the son of Jacob and Rachel and the older brother of Benjamin Thanks for listening. MartinTBy MartinT
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The Soul & Nature, Reflection by Richard Rohr with Narrator, MartinT A Spiritual Journey
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A beautiful reflection on the soul and its connection to nature. This is from a Daily Meditation from Richard Rohr. Rohr is a well known author of many spiritual directed books and also the founder of the Center for Action and Contemplation in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He is also a Franciscan father originally from the state of Ohio. Thanks for list…
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Come, Lord, Walk with me-Marlane Tubridy Reflection and Readings from John Chapters 14 and 15
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A Prayer podcast-Beautiful reflections on the Gospel of John Chapters 14 and 15 and Marlane Tubridy's expressive, prayerful song-"Come, Lord, Walk With Me" Thanks for listening. MartinTBy MartinT
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Richard Rohr's Meditation on Making A Morning Connection
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Richard Rohr, a famous author, and founder of A Center for Action and Contemplation discusses his uncomplicated way of starting each day with the presence of nature all around him. "One little hopping bird can do it for him" Thanks for listening. MartinTBy MartinT
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A book describing God's Presence in our our culture using examples from a Woody Allen movie, The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald, Moneybag movie about the Oakland A's, Christopher and Peter Hitchens authors, Kerry Kennedy's book "Being Catholic Now" and Eckhardt Tolle. Thanks for listening. MartinT…
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Bible Readings of Genesis 12 & 13 with introduction of Abraham, Sarah and Lot. It discusses Abraham and Sarah leaving for Egypt, the famine and the splitting up of Lot and Abraham. Thanks for listening. MartinTBy MartinT
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Eucharistic Miracles-Kranenberg, Germany & Avignon, France
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The two miracles are from Kranenberg, Germany where a communicant did not consume the host but placed it by a tree as he was unable to swallow it. A crucifix was found in the tree a few years later. The other miracle was in Avignon, France where a monstrance with a consecrated host was not consumed with water from a major flood in the town of Avign…
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Prodigal Son insights with guest speaker Marlane Tubridy
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This episode covers what is a parable, the Prodigal Son parable looking at each of the participants, the two sons and the father Thanks for listening. MartinTBy MartinT
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A Spiritual Journey With Martin T-Parable of The Prodigal Son Narrated by Tom Hicks
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Today's scripture readings is an incredibly moving narration by Dr. Thomas Hicks-notable the parable of The Prodigal Son. The episode also includes the parables of The Lost Coin and The Lost Sheep. These parables are found in Luke's Gospel Chapter 15. The parables are about mercy and forgiveness. Original Music background composed by Marlane T. Tha…
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The birth and youth of Moses. Includes the burning bush narrative. Exodus, Bible, Thanks for listening. MartinTBy MartinT
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Eucharistic Miracles Mexico & Venezuela with Narrator MartinT
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Eucharistic Miracle, Carlos Acustis, Eucharist Miracle Mexico, Eucharist miracle Venezuela Thanks for listening. MartinTBy MartinT
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Genesis 18 A Son promised to Abraham & Sarah with narrator MartinT
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God promises Abraham & Sarah that they will have a son. Narrated scripture with MartinT. Book of Genesis, Scripture Reading, Thanks for listening. MartinTBy MartinT
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Eucharistic Miracle - Lanciano Italy 750 with narrator MartinT
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A discussion of the miracle of a concentrated host turning into human flesh and blood. An inspiring story. Thanks for listening. MartinTBy Martin
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