Historical Jesus
Monumental saga of the life and times of Galilean, Jesus of Nazareth, as well as the faith, religion, and church founded to honor and disseminate his acts and teachings. Join host Mark Vinet on this exciting and fascinating journey through time exploring and focusing on the interesting, compelling, wonderful, tragic, intriguing, and inspiring stories of the Bible and the many great works of Christian theology, literature, architecture, music, and art inspired by the words and deeds of Jesus Christ.
Episodes
318. Sacred Heart (part 2 of 2)
Feast of the Sacred Heart is celebrated on the third Friday after Pentecost, focusing on Jesus's heart as a symbol of his divine love and physical sacrifice, as promoted by the French Visitation nun and mystic Margaret Mary Alacoque (1647-90) who's devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus was unconditional. She was canonized a Saint in 1920 by Pope Benedict XV. Super Saints podcast available at http
317. Sacred Heart (part 1 of 2)
Feast of the Sacred Heart is celebrated on the third Friday after Pentecost, focusing on Jesus's heart as a symbol of his divine love and physical sacrifice, as promoted by the French Visitation nun and mystic Margaret Mary Alacoque (1647-90) who's devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus was unconditional. She was canonized a Saint in 1920 by Pope Benedict XV. Super Saints podcast available at http
The Hampton Court Conference
King James convened the Hampton Court Conference in 1604, where a new English version of the Bible was conceived in response to the problems of the earlier translations perceived by the Puritans, an orthodox faction of the Church of England. One cannot underestimate the spiritual, cultural, political, and literary importance and influence of the Authorized Version's preeminence in the English-spea
LITERATURE 1.22 Quest of the Historical Jesus (Chapter 7.1)
Albert Schweitzer (1875-1965) gives us one of the first historical treatments of the life of Jesus in his pioneering book (1906) that reviews all prior work on the question of the "historical Jesus" and points out how Jesus of Nazareth's image has changed with the times—while offering his own synopsis and interpretation in this seminal work of biblical criticism. Quest of the Historical Jes
The King James Bible
Commissioned in 1604 and published in 1611 by authorization and sponsorship of British King James the First, the King James Bible is an English translation of the Christian Bible for the Church of England. Noted for its "majesty of style", the King James Version (KJV) has been described as one of the most important books in English culture and a driving force in the shaping of the English-speaking
Historical AfterLife
The resurrection was a turning point which provided the followers of Jesus with a continuity that inspired admiration, fervor, and devotion. E214. Historical Jesus books available at https://amzn.to/43rnYbq 15-Minute History podcast available at https://amzn.to/447YamC ENJOY Ad-Free content, Bonus episodes, and Extra materials when joining our growing community on https://patreon.com/markvi
Corpus Christi scripture (Mark 14: 1-42)
Feast of Corpus Christi, also known as the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ, celebrates the Real Presence of Jesus in the Eucharist. The Feast is traditionally celebrated on the Thursday following Trinity Sunday (which is 60 days after Easter). Thursday was specifically chosen because it is the day of the week that Jesus instituted the Holy Eucharist at the Last Supper. In the U
316. Corpus Christi
The feast of the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ, historically known as Corpus Christi, celebrates the Real Presence of Jesus in the Eucharist. Instituted in 1264 by Pope Urban IV, this commemoration emphasizes the transubstantiation of bread and wine into the body, blood, soul, and divinity of Jesus Christ. It is often marked by solemn processions, Eucharistic adoration, and s
Extra 16. Treaty of Tordesillas (Part 2 of 2)
STORY of AMERICA 🇺🇸 Conclusion of my conversation with Stephen Guerra of the «History of the Papacy» podcast regarding the disputed Papal Sanctioned Treaty that divided the World between two European superpowers and redefined the Earth’s geography. Enjoy this HISTORICAL JESUS Extra. Check out the YouTube versions of this episode which has accompanying visuals including maps, char
EXTRA 118. Roanoke Colony
STORY of AMERICA 🇺🇸 We’re preparing for a serious analysis of the fledgling English colony of Virginia and the year 1619, but first, let’s cue things up by briefly revisiting the earliest settlement in that coastal area on Roanoke island. Enjoy this HISTORICAL JESUS Extra. Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/Yy3OUI3i5Ww which has accompanying visuals inclu
Life and Death of Christ
The legacy of Jesus of Nazareth includes his life, death, and resurrection, as a turning point in history. E213. Historical Jesus books available at https://amzn.to/43rnYbq 15-Minute History podcast available at https://amzn.to/447YamC ENJOY Ad-Free content, Bonus episodes, and Extra materials when joining our growing community on https://patreon.com/markvinet SUPPORT this channel by
The World of Jesus
The life, death, resurrection, and legacy of Christ was a turning point in history. E212. Historical Jesus books available at https://amzn.to/43rnYbq 15-Minute History podcast available at https://amzn.to/447YamC ENJOY Ad-Free content, Bonus episodes, and Extra materials when joining our growing community on https://patreon.com/markvinet SUPPORT this channel by purchasing any product
Archaeology (part 2 of 2)
How can Archeology provide fresh information about Jesus' life and death and what do biblical archaeologists really do in the Holy Land? E211. Books by Jodi Magness available at https://amzn.to/44awNts Misquoting Jesus podcast with Bart Ehrman available at https://amzn.to/46zMgCx Did Jesus Exist? by Bart D. Ehrman at https://amzn.to/455AEqu Bart Ehrman books available at https://amzn.to/46E
Archaeology (part 1 of 2)
What do biblical archaeologists really do in the Holy Land and how can Archeology provide fresh information about Jesus' life and death? E210. Books by Jodi Magness available at https://amzn.to/44awNts Misquoting Jesus podcast with Bart Ehrman available at https://amzn.to/46zMgCx Did Jesus Exist? by Bart D. Ehrman at https://amzn.to/455AEqu Bart Ehrman books available at https://amzn.to/46E
315. Feast of Justin Martyr (June 1)
Let’s explore the life and times of Justin the Philosopher (100-65 AD), recognized as one of the most important early Church Fathers and it's first major apologist. His annual Feast day is June 1 and he is venerated as a saint by the Catholic Church, Eastern Orthodox, Oriental Orthodox, Protestant Lutherans, and in Anglicanism. Daily Gospel Reflection on Veritas Catholic Network at https://
314. Justin Martyr
Recognized as one of the most important early Church Fathers and its first major apologist, let’s explore the life and times of Justin the Philosopher (100–65 AD). His annual Feast day is June 1 and he is venerated as a saint by the Catholic Church, Eastern Orthodox, Oriental Orthodox, Protestant Lutherans, and in Anglicanism. Why Catholic? podcast with Justin Hibbard at https://amzn.
Interpreting the Visitation (Feast Day, May 31)
Let’s listen to a spiritual interpretation of Mary’s visit to her aged relative Elizabeth (pregnant with John the Baptist) upon learning that she would conceive and bear a son through a virgin birth and become the mother of Jesus. Celebrated May 31, the Feast of the Visitation is a Christian holiday commemorating the Virgin Mary’s visit to her pregnant cousin, Elizabeth. e34. Bi
Feast of the Visitation
Celebrated May 31, the Feast of the Visitation is a Christian holiday commemorating the Virgin Mary’s visit to her pregnant cousin, Elizabeth. As described in the Gospel of Luke (1:39-56), this joyful meeting highlights two miraculous pregnancies and includes Mary reciting the Magnificat (a beautiful prayer praising God). The Magnificat is a hymn, also known as the Canticle of Mary. Its name
313. Joan of Arc
Worldwide religious connections to Joan of Arc (1412-31) span across literature, monuments, and wartime campaigns. The inspired Christian heroine has deeply influenced many cultures and her legacy as a symbol of faith, language, and cultural resilience remains a strong historical thread with connections deeply rooted in cultural identity, spanning monumental art, religious architecture, and media.
Parable of the Two Sons
In the Gospel of Matthew (21:28-32), a father asks his two sons to work in his vineyard. The first son initially refuses but later changes his mind and works. The second son agrees to work but then doesn't. The father's will is done by the first son, who repents and obeys, while the second son, who makes a false commitment, doesn't fulfill it. This parable is used by Jesus to illustrate the differ
312. Enduring Light of Fatima
In 1917, a small town in Portugal came to prominence when three young shepherds claimed that the Virgin Mary had appeared to them with prophecies. But were these apparitions real or a hoax? Part 4 of 4. Jimmy Akin's Mysterious World podcast at https://amzn.to/3YJpTqZ Books by Jimmy Akin available at https://amzn.to/3shLkD8 Fatima items available at https://amzn.to/4ueJzly&nb
Naming Popes
Where do pontiffs get their names from? E205. History of the Papacy books at https://amzn.to/4mdPXWq Catholic Answers Live podcast at https://amzn.to/47IB5Yk Jimmy Akin's Mysterious World podcast at https://amzn.to/3YJpTqZ Books by Jimmy Akin available at https://amzn.to/3shLkD8 Tom Nash book available at https://amzn.to/3H1kCpJ ENJOY Ad-Free content, Bonus episodes, and Ex
311. Queen of Apostles
Mary, Queen of Apostles is a title of the Blessed Virgin Mary that honors her essential, maternal role alongside the apostles, providing quiet guidance and prayer in the Upper Room as they waited for the Holy Spirit at Pentecost. The title's scriptural Roots draws primarily from the Acts of the Apostles (Acts 1:13-14), which describes Mary praying with the apostles as the Church was being formed.
310. Mother of the Church
The Memorial of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of the Church, is celebrated every year on the Monday following Pentecost. Instituted by Pope Francis in 2018, the memorial honors Mary as the spiritual mother of all believers and the Church as the Mystical Body of Christ. The date was chosen intentionally, as Pentecost is considered the "birthday of the Church," and Mary was present with the Apostl
PENTECOST scripture (Acts, Chapter 2)
This feast is celebrated by Christians around the world on the 50th and final day of the annual Easter season. 49.HJT Chapter-A-Day Audio Bible available at https://amzn.to/4i2XdlE John Stange books available at https://amzn.to/41DS9hRMV Books about Pentecost at https://amzn.to/42KNn1N The Acts of the Apostles book available at https://amzn.to/3M6sTId ENJOY Ad-Free content, B
309. Pentecost
The great Solemnity of Pentecost, which is, along with Christmas and Easter, one of the most important feasts of the Christian year. It is the celebration of the Holy Spirit and the birthday of the Church. Books about Pentecost at https://amzn.to/42KNn1N Books by Bishop Robert Barron available at https://amzn.to/44W7nwN The Theology of Robert Barron at https://amzn.to/4mTIkUf The Acts
Road to Pentecost (Eastertide)
Paschaltide, also known as Eastertide or the "Great Fifty Days, is the liturgical season in Christianity that lasts for 50 days, ending in Western Christianity on Pentecost Sunday. This time of year spans from the resurrection of Jesus to the descent of the Holy Spirit, covering the 40 days of his post-resurrection appearances and the 10 days leading to Pentecost. Let’s continue delving deep
Road to Pentecost (Paschaltide)
Pentecost is a major Christian holiday celebrated 50 days after Easter that commemorates the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the Apostles and other followers of Jesus, an event that empowered them to spread the gospel. Eastertide, also known as Paschaltide or the "Great Fifty Days, is the liturgical season in Christianity that lasts for 50 days, ending in Western Christianity on Pentecost Sunday.
308. Is Evil Parasitic upon the Good?
Although some view wickedness and sin as a corruption of the virtuous, according to Jesus of Nazareth in the Gospel of Matthew 13:24-30, one must be very careful to extricate the evil without destroying the good. Books by Bishop Robert Barron available at https://amzn.to/44W7nwN The Theology of Robert Barron at https://amzn.to/4mTIkUf Gospel of Matthew available at https://amzn.
LITERATURE 1.21 Quest of the Historical Jesus (Chapter 6.3)
Albert Schweitzer (1875-1965) gives us one of the first historical treatments of the life of Jesus in his pioneering book (1906) that reviews all prior work on the question of the "historical Jesus" and points out how Jesus of Nazareth's image has changed with the times—while offering his own synopsis and interpretation in this seminal work of biblical criticism. Quest of the Historical Jes
307. Miracle of the Sun
Fatima came to prominence in 1917 when three young shepherds claimed that the Virgin Mary had appeared to them and made the Sun dance. Part 3 of 4. Jimmy Akin's Mysterious World podcast at https://amzn.to/3YJpTqZ Books by Jimmy Akin available at https://amzn.to/3shLkD8 Fatima items available at https://amzn.to/4ueJzly Books about Fatima at https://amzn.to/4wgptZk
Père Marquette (part 2 of 2)
May 18 marks the anniversary of Father Jacques Marquette’s death in 1675. In the Roman Catholic Church, particularly within the Jesuit order, he is memorialized as a dedicated missionary and explorer. Marquette does not have an official universal feast day in the Church because he has not been canonized as a saint. He is currently recognized by the Church as a "Servant of God," meaning a for
Père Marquette (part 1 of 2)
Father Jacques Marquette is celebrated on May 18, which marks the anniversary of his death in 1675. In the Roman Catholic Church, particularly within the Jesuit order, he is memorialized as a dedicated missionary and explorer. Marquette does not have an official universal feast day in the Church because he has not been canonized as a saint. He is currently recognized by the Church as a "Servant of
Ascension Sunday SPECIAL
The Feast of the Ascension of Jesus Christ commemorates the Christian belief of the bodily Ascension of Jesus into Heaven. It is one of the ecumenical (shared by multiple denominations) feasts of Christian churches, ranking with the feasts of the Passion and Pentecost. Ascension Day is traditionally celebrated on a Thursday, the fortieth day of Easter according to inclusive counting, although some
TESTAMENT 48. Acts of the Apostles (Chapter 1)
The Book of ACTS continues the story of Christianity and is the fifth book of the New Testament. It recounts the founding of the Christian Church and the spread of its message across the Roman Empire. Breathe Bible Audio CD available at https://amzn.to/3CPRa4x The Acts of the Apostles book available at https://amzn.to/3M6sTId Historical Jesus books available at https://amzn.to/43rnYbq  
Extra 15. Treaty of Tordesillas (Part 1 of 2)
STORY of AMERICA 🇺🇸 In this special crossover episode, join me and Steve Guerra of HISTORY OF THE PAPACY podcast as we turn back the clock to 1494 and examine the Treaty of Tordesillas sanctioned by Pope Julius the 2nd, which divided newly explored territories—including North America—between Portugal and Spain. Enjoy this HISTORICAL JESUS Extra. Check out the YouTube versions of this e
EXTRA 117. Champlain’s last years, Writings and Character
STORY of AMERICA 🇺🇸 Samuel de Champlain (1567-1635) championed the colonization efforts of New France. He capitalized on the North American fur trade to expand French colonies, which were at that time centered on the Saint Lawrence River valley and the Gulf of Saint Lawrence. He worked tirelessly to make sure the French colonies survived amid political and corporate changes of power. Champlain als
306. Sister Lucia
Born in 1907 to landowning peasants on the outskirts of Fatima, Portugal, Lúcia (who died in 2005 at 97) came to prominence in 1917 as the oldest of the three child seers of the Our Lady of Fátima Marian apparitions, involving her and her two cousins, Francisco (1908-19) and Jacinta Marto (1910-1920). Part 2 of 4. Jimmy Akin's Mysterious World podcast at https://amzn.to/3YJpTq
Ascension Thursday SPECIAL
The Feast of the Ascension of Jesus Christ (also called the Solemnity of the Ascension of the Lord) commemorates the Christian belief of the bodily Ascension of Jesus into Heaven. It is one of the ecumenical (shared by multiple denominations) feasts of Christian churches, ranking with the feasts of the Passion and Pentecost. Ascension Day is traditionally celebrated on a Thursday, the fortieth day
305. Matthias the Apostle
During his early ministry, Jesus recruited or welcomed both men and women as close companions and followers. Of these supporters and admirers, twelve men became part of his inner circle or disciples. With the death of Judas, a replacement was chosen. Saint Matthias' Feast Day is May 14. Books on the Apostles available at https://amzn.to/3OlXNxj Retelling the Bible podcast available at https:
304. Fatima
One of the most famous Marian Apparitions is celebrated bi-annually: The Feast of Our Lady of Fatima on May 13th, and the Miracle of the Sun or Miracle of Fatima every October 13th. Fatima is a small Portuguese town located between Lisbon and Porto, about 25 miles from the Atlantic Ocean. This small village suddenly became famous in 1917, when three young shepherds claimed that the Virgin Mary had
LITERATURE 1.20 Quest of the Historical Jesus (Chapter 6.2)
Albert Schweitzer (1875-1965) gives us one of the first historical treatments of the life of Jesus in his pioneering book (1906) that reviews all prior work on the question of the "historical Jesus" and points out how Jesus of Nazareth's image has changed with the times—while offering his own synopsis and interpretation in this seminal work of biblical criticism. Quest of the Historical Jes
E204. Does the New Testament fulfill the Old?
Christians believe patterns in Scripture are featured as real phenomena involving persons and events that correspond and anticipate future fulfillment in similar, yet different persons and events. A Typologist studies how the New Testament fulfils the Old, holding that things in Christian belief and Gospels are prefigured or symbolized by things in the Old Testament. Enjoy this ENCORE Presentation
E203. Typology
Does the New Testament fulfill the Old? Typological patterns in Scripture are featured as real phenomena involving persons and events that correspond and anticipate future fulfillment in similar, yet different persons and events. Typology describes a certain approach to reading the Bible based on a doctrine of theological types employing the study of, analysis, or classification based on categorie
303. Mother’s Day
Discover the Christian roots of the second Sunday of May tribute to all Mothers! Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/FXpLv3_ZkEI which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams. Everything Everywhere Daily podcast at https://amzn.to/3XHj20A Books about Mother’s Day at https://amzn.to/4d7SHk
Mother’s Day Weekend (Luke 1:39-66 and 2:1-24)
Motherhood comes to Mary and her cousin Elizabeth when they miraculously give birth to baby boys, Jesus and John. Enjoy this Special tribute episode dedicated to all Mothers! Breathe Bible Audio CD available at https://amzn.to/3CPRa4x Gospel of Luke available at https://amzn.to/3M6sTId Historical Jesus books available at https://amzn.to/43rnYbq ENJOY Ad-Free content, Bonus episodes, and Ext
Mother’s Day Weekend (Luke 1:5-38)
Mary and her cousin Elizabeth both miraculously conceive baby boys, Jesus and John. Enjoy this Special tribute episode dedicated to all Mothers! Breathe Bible Audio CD available at https://amzn.to/3CPRa4x Gospel of Luke available at https://amzn.to/3M6sTId Historical Jesus books available at https://amzn.to/43rnYbq ENJOY Ad-Free content, Bonus episodes, and Extra materials when joining our
E209. Historicity of Jesus
Part of the study of this historical man as undertaken in the quest for the historical Jesus and the scholarly reconstructions of the life of Jesus, is the question of the historicity of Jesus, based primarily on critical analysis of the Gospel texts and applying the standard criteria of critical-historical investigation, and methodologies for analyzing the reliability of primary sources and other
302. Francois de Laval (1623-1708)
A French Catholic prelate who served as Apostolic Vicar of New France from 1658-74 and as Bishop of Quebec from 1674 until he retired due to poor health in 1688. Monsignor Laval continued to work in New France until his death in 1708. He was declared a Saint in 2014 and his feast day is May 6. Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/HrZcHHDr8jM which has accompanyin
301. The Iroquois Saint
Kateri Tekakwitha (1656-80) was born in the Mohawk village of Ossernenon, in present-day New York State. Influenced by French Jesuit missionaries and converted to Catholicism at age 19, and after taking a vow of perpetual virginity, she left her village, and moved to the Jesuit mission village of Kahnawake, just south of Montreal, Canada. There she died five years later, respected for her piety an
E207. Christian Denominations
A recognized autonomous branch of the Christian Church is referred to as a Denomination; a religious group that has slightly different beliefs from other groups that share the same belief in Jesus as God. Enjoy this ENCORE Presentation! Books by Trent Horn available at https://amzn.to/3VAny1k Books about Christian Denominations at https://amzn.to/4dNPo1N ENJOY Ad-Free content,
E206. Pope Leo the Great (391-461AD)
The original namesake of the current Pope was Saint Leo, also known as Pope Leo the First (391-461AD), a Roman aristocrat who served as Bishop of Rome from the year 440AD until his death. He is best known for having met Attila the Hun in 452 and persuading him to turn back from his invasion of Italy. He contributed significantly to developing ideas of papal authority and is also a Doctor of the Ch
Testament 6. Gospel of Mark (Chapter 6)
We continue the Gospel of Mark's fast-moving account of the fascinating life of Jesus of Nazareth. Gospel of Mark available at https://amzn.to/3X3m9Ba Historical Jesus books available at https://amzn.to/43rnYbq &n
Testament 5. Gospel of Mark (Chapter 5)
We continue the Gospel of Mark's fast-moving account of the fascinating life of Jesus of Nazareth. Gospel of Mark available at https://amzn.to/3X3m9Ba Historical Jesus books available at https://amzn.to/43rnYbq &n
Extra 14. Life, Deeds & Legacy of Columbus
STORY of AMERICA 🇺🇸 Join me on an exciting historical journey to the tropical Island Paradise of The Bahamas, where Christopher Columbus first landed in 1492. Enjoy this HISTORICAL JESUS Extra. Check out the YouTube versions of this episode which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams, at: https://youtu.be/alomkrbsJ2I https://youtu.be
EXTRA 116. The Kirke Brothers
STORY of AMERICA 🇺🇸 In 1628, an English fleet left Britain for the St. Lawrence River led by the adventurer privateer Kirke Brothers. Samuel de Champlain, anxiously awaited relief ships from France to feed the residents of Quebec who were on the point of starvation. In 1629, the five Kirke brothers, now aware of the desperate conditions facing the Quebecers, demanded a French surrender of the fort
300. Queen of May
The long-standing tradition of dedicating the month of May to the Virgin Mary began in the 13th century, though it became widely popular in the 1700s, particularly through the influence of the Jesuits. This month-long devotion's origins and historical development emphasized a christian custom that honors her as the Mother of God and Mother of the Church and highlights her role in salvation history
E201. Pontifical Pact
Vatican Treaty reshapes the World in 1494. (Treaty of Tordesillas part 3 of 3). Enjoy this ENCORE Presentation! Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/YFBFfewgRr0 which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams. History of the Papacy podcast available at https://amzn.to/3A2Stb9 Treaty of Tordesilla
299. Mary of the Incarnation (1599-1672)
As part of a group of French nuns sent to New France in 1639 to establish the Ursuline Order, Sainte Marie de l'Incarnation was crucial in the spread of Catholicism in New France. She was a religious author and has been credited with founding the first girls' school in the New World. Her feast day is April 30. Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/FIKZ7JF2WlQ which
298. Catherine of Siena (1347-80)
Born in Tuscany, in central Italy, St. Catherine of Siena was an Italian mystic, pious laywoman (Dominican Tertiary), and diplomat who engaged in papal politics through extensive letter-writing and advocacy. She is revered as a Doctor of the Church due to her extensive theological authorship, which also greatly influenced early Italian vernacular literature. Classic paintings of this influential C
E200. Treaty of Tordesillas
Pontifical Pact divides the World between Spain and Portugal in 1494. (Treaty of Tordesillas part 2 of 3). Enjoy this ENCORE Presentation! Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/aJOzFwtg2vg which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams. History of the Papacy podcast available at https://amzn.to/3A2Stb9
E199. Papal Power
A history of the Papacy reveals the controversial 15th century pontificate treaty that divided the World between two European superpowers. (Treaty of Tordesillas part 1 of 3). Enjoy this ENCORE Presentation! Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/NPLdlRG5BOM which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams. Hist
Testament 4. Gospel of Mark (Chapter 4)
We continue the Gospel of Mark's fast-moving account of the fascinating life of Jesus of Nazareth. Gospel of Mark available at https://amzn.to/3X3m9Ba Historical Jesus books available at https://amzn.to/43rnYbq &n
St. Mark’s Day (April 25)
Venerated today in the Roman Catholic, Orthodox, and Protestant Anglican traditions, the Feast of St. Mark the Evangelist is marked by reading the first chapter of the Gospel of Mark, which is the earliest extant Testament and the second and shortest of the four canonical Gospels and one of the three synoptic Gospels. Breathe Bible Audio CD available at https://amzn.to/3CPRa4x Gospel of Mark avai
Gospel of Mark (Feast of St. Mark the Evangelist)
Celebrated on April 25th in the Roman Catholic, Protestant Anglican, and Orthodox traditions, Saint Mark's Day is often marked by reading the Gospel of Mark, which is the shortest of the four Gospels and focuses on Jesus as a man of action. In some traditions, particularly in Venice, where he is the patron saint, the Feast of St. Mark is a day of festive celebrations, including the custom of givin
297. St. George and the Dragon
April 23 is the Feast day of Saint George, the anniversary of his death in 303 AD (some regions & traditions observe St. George’s Day on May 6). While most famous as a heroic Dragon slayer, the patron saint of England, St. George, is also traditionally honored as a patron of Canada, Georgia, Ethiopia, Portugal, Lithuania, Bulgaria, Greece, Egypt, and Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina. Vener
Unable to perform Miracles in Nazareth
MIRACLES — "A prophet is not without honor, except in his hometown and among his relatives and in his own household". Jesus said this in Nazareth, where he was rejected by his family and neighbors. The people of his home town knew Jesus well, but they didn't believe who he was. They called him "the son of Mary" to reject his virgin birth and Messianic claims. Jesus was unable to perform mira
296. The Lily of the Mohawks
Kateri Tekakwitha (1656-80) was born in the Mohawk village of Ossernenon, in present-day New York State. Influenced by French Jesuit missionaries and converted to Catholicism at age 19, and after taking a vow of perpetual virginity, she left her village, and moved to the Jesuit mission village of Kahnawake, just south of Montreal, Canada. There she died five years later, respected for her piety an
E197. Jesuits on the Lakes
The Great Lakes and the Upper Mississippi regions were explored by young Jesuit clergyman known as ‘God’s Soldiers’ who evangelized indigenous peoples throughout the vast territories of 17th century New France. Enjoy this ENCORE Presentation! Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/CwXHrU3llxw which has accompanying visuals including maps, cha
E196. Jesuit Martyrs
Jesuit missionaries from Sainte-Marie among the Hurons were ritually tortured and killed on various dates between 1642-49 in Canada, in what is now southern Ontario, and in upstate New York, during the warfare between the Iroquioan tribes the Mohawk and the Huron. They have subsequently been canonized and venerated as the Canadian or North American martyrs by the Catholic Church (René Goupi
Testament 3. Gospel of Mark (Chapter 3)
We continue the Gospel of Mark's fast-moving account of the fascinating life of Jesus of Nazareth. Gospel of Mark available at https://amzn.to/3X3m9Ba Historical Jesus books available at https://amzn.to/43rnYbq &n
Testament 2. Gospel of Mark (Chapter 2)
We continue the Gospel of Mark's fast-moving account of the fascinating life of Jesus of Nazareth. Chapter-A-Day Audio Bible available at https://amzn.to/4i2XdlE John Stange books available at https://amzn.to/41DS9hR ENJOY Ad-Free content, Bonus episodes, and Extra materials when joining our growing community on https://patreon.com/markvinet SUPPORT this channel by purchasing an
Extra 13. Columbus Birthplace Part 2
STORY of AMERICA 🇺🇸 Mike Corradi of ‘A History of Italy’ podcast joins Mark to discuss Genoa, the birthplace of Christopher Columbus. Enjoy this encore presentation of HISTORICAL JESUS Extra. Check out the YouTube versions of this episode which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams, at: https://youtu.be/QqJ-6PHVJBU https://yout
EXTRA 115. Teddy Roosevelt and the Rough Riders
STORY of AMERICA 🇺🇸 26th American President Theodore Roosevelt (1858-1919) nearly died in a Cavalry charge against German machine guns in World War One. Check out the YouTube versions of this episode at https://youtu.be/2k2w9Jbeuls and https://youtu.be/Lfnr9-bjrQ0 which have accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams. History Unplugged podcast avai
295. Feast of Kateri Tekakwitha (April 17)
Born in the Mohawk village of Ossernenon, in present-day New York State, Saint Kateri Tekakwitha (1656-80) and her family contracted smallpox in an epidemic; she was the only one of the family to survive, but had scarring on her face. She was influenced by French Jesuit missionaries and converted to Catholicism at age 19. After taking a vow of perpetual virginity, she left her village, and moved t
Immaculate Conception (Feast of St. Bernadette)
Celebrated annually on April 16 as a solemn feast day, the anniversary of Bernadette Soubirous' death in 1879. The Immaculate Conception’s observance began with a Papal encyclical by Pope Pius IX, when he formally defined the dogma of the Immaculate Conception in 1854. The Immaculate Conception is the dogma that the Virgin Mary was conceived without original sin. This doctrine states that Ma
Our Lady of Lourdes (Feast of St. Bernadette)
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