Check out this Encore from April 11, 2022

Is 42:1-7
Did Jesus bring justice to the nations? 

Jn 12:1-11
Why is beautify important? 

Letters
Is there any Catholic understanding that human beings are co-creators with God? 
When we die are we judged right away or when Jesus comes again? 

Word of the Day: Nard

Callers 
I'm having trouble with my wife, she cheated on me twice, many years ago and I struggle w/hurt and pain.  I love her more than ever.  How to get over
My wife is Orthodox and my son is an Orthodoxic priest.  Why do they do sign of cross they way they do, and why is it called divine liturgy with eastern Christians and the Mass here?
Is there a patron saint for those going through divorce, but want the marriage to be saved?

Check out this Encore from April 11, 2022
<a href="https://bible.usccb.org/bible/isaiah/42?1">Is 42:1-7</a>
<ul>
<li>Did Jesus bring justice to the nations?&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<a href="https://bible.usccb.org/bible/john/12?1">Jn 12:1-11</a>
<ul>
<li>Why is beautify important?&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
Letters
<ul>
<li>Is there any Catholic understanding that human beings are co-creators with God?&nbsp;</li>
<li>When we die are we judged right away or when Jesus comes again?&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
Word of the Day: Nard
Callers&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>I'm having trouble with my wife, she cheated on me twice, many years ago and I struggle w/hurt and pain. &nbsp;I love her more than ever. &nbsp;How to get over</li>
<li>My wife is Orthodox and my son is an Orthodoxic priest. &nbsp;Why do they do sign of cross they way they do, and why is it called divine liturgy with eastern Christians and the Mass here?</li>
<li>Is there a patron saint for those going through divorce, but want the marriage to be saved?</li>
</ul>

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Why is Beauty Important? - Father Simon Says - March 30, 2026

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Break 1

Letters

Break 2

Word of the Day

Phones

Check out this show from April 24, 2025
(5:53) Bible Study: 
Acts 3:11-26
Father Explains this Passage and he very important words of St Peter.
Luke 24:35-48
The purpose of the Gospels which you probably haven’t thought of.

(22:15) Break 1
(24:20) Letters:
What does it mean to be incredulous for joy? What will happen to the canonization of Carlo Acutis? Father answers these and other questions. Send him a letter at simon@relevantradio.com

(34:09) Break 2
(37:10) Word of the Day
More than these
(42:44) Phones:
Gene - How do you properly assign plenary indulgences to other people?
Therese - What is the meaning behind the word 'Easter'?
Tim - On Mother's Day, my family is going to Rome. Do you know how the conclave will impact access to the Vatican?

Check out this show from April 24, 2025
<ul>
<li>(5:53) Bible Study:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li><a href="https://bible.usccb.org/bible/acts/3?11">Acts 3:11-26</a>
<ul>
<li>Father Explains this Passage and he very important words of St Peter.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li><a href="https://bible.usccb.org/bible/luke/24?35">Luke 24:35-48</a>
<ul>
<li>The purpose of the Gospels which you probably haven&rsquo;t thought of.</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
(22:15) Break 1
<ul>
<li>(24:20) Letters:
<ul>
<li>What does it mean to be incredulous for joy? What will happen to the canonization of Carlo Acutis? Father answers these and other questions. Send him a letter at <a href="mailto:simon@relevantradio.com">simon@relevantradio.com</a></li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
(34:09) Break 2
<ul>
<li>(37:10) Word of the Day
<ul>
<li>More than these</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>(42:44) Phones:
<ul>
<li>Gene - How do you properly assign plenary indulgences to other people?</li>
<li>Therese - What is the meaning behind the word 'Easter'?</li>
<li>Tim - On Mother's Day, my family is going to Rome. Do you know how the conclave will impact access to the Vatican?</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>

Plenary Indulgences - Father Simon Says - April 9, 2026

Check out this great show from April 20, 2022

Acts 3:1-10
What is the significance of the 3rd hour? 

Lk 24:13-35
Father breaks down the Road to Emmaus

Letters
What is the origin of the Stations of the Cross? 
Question about marriage and holy communion

Word of the day: Astonishment!  

Callers
In Luke 16: What does Jesus mean by making friends with unrighteous riches?
Is there a difference between Satan and the Devil?
Adventists say Jesus didn't convert water to wine, but how do I respond to that?

Check out this great show from April 20, 2022
<a href="https://bible.usccb.org/bible/acts/3">Acts 3:1-10</a>
<ul>
<li>What is the significance of the 3rd&nbsp;hour?&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<a href="https://bible.usccb.org/bible/luke/24?13">Lk 24:13-35</a>
<ul>
<li>Father breaks down the Road to Emmaus</li>
</ul>
Letters
<ul>
<li>What is the origin of the Stations of the Cross?&nbsp;</li>
<li>Question about marriage and holy communion</li>
</ul>
Word of the day: Astonishment! &nbsp;
Callers
<ul>
<li>In Luke 16: What does Jesus mean by making friends with unrighteous riches?</li>
<li>Is there a difference between Satan and the Devil?</li>
<li>Adventists say Jesus didn't convert water to wine, but how do I respond to that?</li>
</ul>

Father Simon Says - April 8, 2026 - Living Life by the Clock

Check out this show from April 19, 2022

Acts 2:36-41
What does it mean that 'God made Jesus Lord?' Father discusses and the power of suffering

Letters
In St. Faustina's Diary, she reveals a confession--isn't that just for sins? 
Listener disagrees with Father's desire for older altar servers

Word of the Day: Don't touch me! 

Callers:
Why can't Catholics have their ashes scattered?
Is it okay to have a statue of the Lamb on the altar?
Can a Catholic get buried in a non-Catholic cemetery and can Catholics attend the service?
Does a priest need to have a stole on when doing confession?
How should we approach praying at abortion clinics and confronting with people who are being loud and abrasive toward abortion workers and women getting abortions?

Check out this show from April 19, 2022
<a href="https://bible.usccb.org/bible/acts/2?36">Acts 2:36-41</a>
<ul>
<li>What does it mean that 'God made Jesus Lord?' Father discusses and the power of suffering</li>
</ul>
Letters
<ul>
<li>In St. Faustina's Diary, she reveals a confession--isn't that just for sins?&nbsp;</li>
<li>Listener disagrees with Father's desire for older altar servers</li>
</ul>
Word of the Day: Don't touch me!&nbsp;
Callers:
<ul>
<li>Why can't Catholics have their ashes scattered?</li>
<li>Is it okay to have a statue of the Lamb on the altar?</li>
<li>Can a Catholic get buried in a non-Catholic cemetery and can Catholics attend the service?</li>
<li>Does a priest need to have a stole on when doing confession?</li>
<li>How should we approach praying at abortion clinics and confronting with people who are being loud and abrasive toward abortion workers and women getting abortions?</li>
</ul>

Why is Beauty Important? - Father Simon Says - March 30, 2026

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