A short summary of what is a major transition in the interest of the Bible. Sales of the Bible are increasing-dramatically up 23% from 2023 to 2024. Overall book sales have only increased by 1% in the similar period. Interestingly, there is a 13% increase in Google searches(amazing that they would report this) in inquiries of Bible -related topics.…

A book about the United States involvement in the nation's food programs and how they have ,perhaps, not chosen the best alternatives. There is such a reliance on foods such as carbonated sodas and high fructose corn syrup products that are totally regarded as unhealthy for the population. Thanks for listening. MartinT…

A story about Saint Martin of Tours. An unlikely saint whose early life was as a soldier in the Roman military. Even at a very young age, he gave away a good chuck of his salary to the needy in what ever area he was deployed. He is noted for a number of miracles that were performed in his life but the most striking example of his generosity was to …

A very interesting account of how these two brothers were almost fashioned by the way their parents treated them. One was favored-and one was not. It all worked out that the lesser in many ways became the greater of the two but after a long period of subservience. Thanks for listening. MartinTAv MartinT

A member of the Congregation of Holy Cross, Brother Andre Bessette was a Doorkeeper, Sacristan and in lowly positions in his order. Yet, he had an intense devotion to St. Joseph, the stepfather of Jesus. People flocked to him for advise and help and his concerns were with the poor and sick always. Doctors criticized him, his superiors were skeptica…

Edward Bern's-a name not immediately recognized had a major impact on marketing and advertising in the 20th century. Whether it be product placement, now so common in movies or tv shows, pop-up mobs with a message, suggestive advertising, planned obsolesce or other categories, Bern's was a key to making this all a reality in today's culture. His cl…

One of the most compelling stories in the Bible is the Book of Ruth. She is a Moabite woman married to her husband, who passes away. She is left with her mother -in-law, Naomi and decides to go to Bethlehem wiHope you totally enjoy the reading th her, not knowing any of the people, customs or religion. A truly self-sacrificing person. She gleans in…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

Description of service, care for others, caring, checking out, restaurants, importance of others in your life. I inadvertently referred to a service member at Stew Leonard's as Diane. Her actual name is Debbie and she is terrific! Hope you enjoy! Thanks for listening. MartinTAv 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…

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…

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. MartinTAv MartinT

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. MartinTAv MartinT

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…

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…

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…

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…

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. MartinTAv MartinT

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…

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. MartinTAv MartinT

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. MartinTAv MartinT

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. MartinTAv MartinT

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. MartinTAv MartinT

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…

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. MartinTAv MartinT

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…

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. MartinTAv MartinT

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. MartinTAv MartinT

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. MartinTAv MartinT

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…

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. MartinTAv MartinT

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. MartinTAv MartinT

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…

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. MartinTAv MartinT

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…

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. MartinTAv MartinT

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…

The birth and youth of Moses. Includes the burning bush narrative. Exodus, Bible, Thanks for listening. MartinTAv MartinT

Eucharistic Miracle, Carlos Acustis, Eucharist Miracle Mexico, Eucharist miracle Venezuela Thanks for listening. MartinTAv MartinT

God promises Abraham & Sarah that they will have a son. Narrated scripture with MartinT. Book of Genesis, Scripture Reading, Thanks for listening. MartinTAv MartinT

A discussion of the miracle of a concentrated host turning into human flesh and blood. An inspiring story. Thanks for listening. MartinTAv Martin

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