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Welcome to Your Catholic Corner with Julie South, your go-to source for spiritual preparation for each Sunday's Mass! In this episode Julie explores the hidden treasures within the Biblical Books of Isaiah, Paul's First Letter to the Corinthians, and Mark's Gospel.
1️⃣ Historical Context: 📚 To truly understand the Bible, we need some historical context. We'll look into what was happening at the time these passages were written, wiping away any 21st century lens.
2️⃣ The Catholic Liturgical Calendar: 🗓️ Ever wondered about the liturgical calendar? We just started a new Church year with Advent, but it doesn't necessarily begin in December. Discover why, how it relates to Christmas, and the connection between different liturgical seasons.
3️⃣ Advent: 🕯️ Advent is the time to prepare and look forward to the birth of Jesus. As Julie says: Jesus is the reason for this Season!
4️⃣ Biblical Connections: 🔗 The passages from Isaiah, Paul's Letter to the Corinthians, and Mark all revolve around the coming of the Messiah. Faith, hope, and patience are essential as we await His return.
5️⃣ Themes of Faith, Hope, and Mercy: 🔑 These Bible passages emphasise the need for God's grace and mercy. We're reminded of our weakness and sinfulness, contrasting with God's power and holiness.
6️⃣ Meet Mark: 💡 Get to know the author of Mark's Gospel, traditionally attributed to the Apostle Mark. From Cyrene to Peter's travel companion, he later penned his Gospel based on Peter's account of Jesus's life.
7️⃣ Personal Reflections: 🙌 The passages from Isaiah, Paul's Letter to the Corinthians, and Mark's Gospel invite us to prepare, commit to our faith, stay alert, and seek God's grace and mercy. What is God saying to you through these powerful words? Julie shares her reflections and insights.
8️⃣ Embrace the Challenge: 🌟 Being prepared means actively seeking God, engaging in a spiritual (parish) life, and building spiritual stamina. Let's reflect, pray without ceasing, and live as Jesus would want us to live. It's not easy, but the journey is worth it!
9️⃣ Spread the Word: 📣 If you found today's episode enlightening, please share the joy with your friends and family! Let them know about Your Catholic Corner and invite them to explore the richness of God's word. Together, we can deepen our relationship with Him. 🙏❤️
Biblical References:
Isaiah 63:16b-17,19b;64:2-7
1 Corinthians 1:3-9
Mark 13:33-37
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Biblical Prophet
Isaiah, an 8th century BCE Hebrew Prophet who lived in the kingdom of Judah. Isaiah is considered one of the greatest and most influential of the biblical prophets, with his writings making up the Book of Isaiah in the Hebrew Bible.
Isaiah was active as a prophet during the reigns of four Judean kings, including King Uzziah and Hezekiah. He prophesied about the coming judgment and exile of the people of Judah, as well as providing messages of hope and consolation about future restoration. Many of his prophecies have messianic themes that Christians later interpreted as pointing to Jesus Christ.
Isaiah's book contains some of the most well-known phrases and prophecies from the Bible, such as "they will beat their swords into plowshares" and prophesying about a messianic figure such as Jesus Christ, referring to him as "Wonderful Counsellor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace." Isaiah provides a unique perspective from an 8th century BCE prophet, making him an intriguing guest with timeless messages relevant for any age.
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