web01.fireside.fm Wed, 08 Apr 2026 09:49:44 -0500 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) The Shepherd's Voice with Archbishop George J. Lucas - Episodes Tagged with “Catholic Bishop” https://archomaha.fireside.fm/tags/catholic%20bishop Tue, 28 Feb 2023 12:00:00 -0600 This podcast brings you conversations with Most Rev. George J. Lucas, Archbishop of Omaha, as he shares his pastoral vision with the local Church: "One Church: Encountering Jesus, Equipping Disciples, and Living Mercy." en-us episodic Archdiocese of Omaha Archdiocese of Omaha This podcast brings you conversations with Most Rev. George J. Lucas, Archbishop of Omaha, as he shares his pastoral vision with the local Church: "One Church: Encountering Jesus, Equipping Disciples, and Living Mercy." no podcast, catholic bishop, archdiocese of omaha, shepherd's voice Archdiocese of Omaha communications@archomaha.org Episode 70: What is the Lord offering you this Lent? https://archomaha.fireside.fm/70 54339e57-30e0-40c3-ad90-828326dc13ab Tue, 28 Feb 2023 12:00:00 -0600 Archdiocese of Omaha 70 What is the Lord offering you this Lent? full Archdiocese of Omaha 16:23 no A production of the Archdiocese of Omaha Hosts: Most Rev. George J. Lucas & Jimmy Carroll Editor: Jimmy Carroll catholicism, catholic podcast, catholic church, bishop, catholic bishop, A production of the Archdiocese of Omaha
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Editor: Jimmy Carroll

]]> Episode 69: Catholic Schools are Back in Session! https://archomaha.fireside.fm/69 ece3bc12-e347-492d-b4bd-9944b4fbbe1c Wed, 10 Aug 2022 15:00:00 -0500 Archdiocese of Omaha 69 Catholic Schools are Back in Session! full Archdiocese of Omaha The 2022 academic year is almost here! Archbishop Lucas reflects on how parents need to continue their obligation as teachers for their children. 13:37 no The 2022 academic year is almost here! Archbishop Lucas reflects on how parents need to continue their obligation as teachers for their children. A production of the Archdiocese of Omaha Hosts: Most Rev. George J. Lucas & Jimmy Carroll Editor: Jimmy Carroll catholicism, catholic podcast, catholic church, bishop, catholic bishop, The 2022 academic year is almost here! Archbishop Lucas reflects on how parents need to continue their obligation as teachers for their children.

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]]> The 2022 academic year is almost here! Archbishop Lucas reflects on how parents need to continue their obligation as teachers for their children.

A production of the Archdiocese of Omaha
Hosts: Most Rev. George J. Lucas & Jimmy Carroll
Editor: Jimmy Carroll

]]> Episode 68: 2022 Priesthood Ordination https://archomaha.fireside.fm/68 fde380b1-6e6c-4bb3-adba-73c92979c2cd Thu, 02 Jun 2022 13:00:00 -0500 Archdiocese of Omaha 68 2022 Priesthood Ordination full Archdiocese of Omaha The 2022 priesthood ordination is happening Saturday, June 4 at St. Cecilia Cathedral. Two amazing transitional deacons will be ordained in the Archdiocese of Omaha. The episode is divided into 3 parts: (1) Archbishop Lucas talking about the importance of priestly vocations, (2) both transitional deacons explaining their experience throughout the seminary, and (3) a conversation with retiring priest Father Lloyd Gnirk. Congratulations to Deacon Brett Jamrog and Deacon Minh Tran! 39:58 no The 2022 priesthood ordination is happening Saturday, June 4, 2022 at St. Cecilia Cathedral. Two amazing transitional deacons will be ordained in the Archdiocese of Omaha. The episode is divided into 3 parts: (1) Archbishop Lucas talking about the importance of priestly vocations, (2) both transitional deacons explaining their experience throughout the seminary, and (3) a conversation with retiring priest Father Lloyd Gnirk. Congratulations to Deacon Brett Jamrog and Deacon Minh Tran! A production of the Archdiocese of Omaha Hosts: Most Rev. George J. Lucas & Jimmy Carroll Editor: Jimmy Carroll Special Guests: Deacon Brett Jamrog and Deacon Minh Tran. catholicism, catholic podcast, catholic church, bishop, catholic bishop, The 2022 priesthood ordination is happening Saturday, June 4, 2022 at St. Cecilia Cathedral. Two amazing transitional deacons will be ordained in the Archdiocese of Omaha. The episode is divided into 3 parts: (1) Archbishop Lucas talking about the importance of priestly vocations, (2) both transitional deacons explaining their experience throughout the seminary, and (3) a conversation with retiring priest Father Lloyd Gnirk. Congratulations to Deacon Brett Jamrog and Deacon Minh Tran!

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Hosts: Most Rev. George J. Lucas & Jimmy Carroll
Editor: Jimmy Carroll

Special Guests: Deacon Brett Jamrog and Deacon Minh Tran.

]]> The 2022 priesthood ordination is happening Saturday, June 4, 2022 at St. Cecilia Cathedral. Two amazing transitional deacons will be ordained in the Archdiocese of Omaha. The episode is divided into 3 parts: (1) Archbishop Lucas talking about the importance of priestly vocations, (2) both transitional deacons explaining their experience throughout the seminary, and (3) a conversation with retiring priest Father Lloyd Gnirk. Congratulations to Deacon Brett Jamrog and Deacon Minh Tran!

A production of the Archdiocese of Omaha
Hosts: Most Rev. George J. Lucas & Jimmy Carroll
Editor: Jimmy Carroll

Special Guests: Deacon Brett Jamrog and Deacon Minh Tran.

]]> Episode 67: How can we experience the Risen Christ this Easter? https://archomaha.fireside.fm/67 ec62c0e4-9c25-4ff5-b2b6-c0203c2bcc3a Wed, 27 Apr 2022 15:30:00 -0500 Archdiocese of Omaha 67 How can we experience the Risen Christ this Easter? full Archdiocese of Omaha We are full swing into the Easter season. The Most Rev. George J. Lucas explains how Catholics can better experience and encounter the Lord in his Resurrection. He also explains the upcoming feast days in the liturgical calendar. And yes, Pentecost is Sunday, June 5! 16:28 no We are full swing into the Easter season. The Most Rev. George J. Lucas explains how Catholics can better experience and encounter the Lord in his Resurrection. He also explains the upcoming feast days in the liturgical calendar. And yes, Pentecost is Sunday, June 5! A production of the Archdiocese of Omaha Hosts: Most Rev. George J. Lucas & Jimmy Carroll Editor: Jimmy Carroll catholicism, catholic podcast, catholic church, bishop, catholic bishop, We are full swing into the Easter season. The Most Rev. George J. Lucas explains how Catholics can better experience and encounter the Lord in his Resurrection. He also explains the upcoming feast days in the liturgical calendar. And yes, Pentecost is Sunday, June 5!

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]]> We are full swing into the Easter season. The Most Rev. George J. Lucas explains how Catholics can better experience and encounter the Lord in his Resurrection. He also explains the upcoming feast days in the liturgical calendar. And yes, Pentecost is Sunday, June 5!

A production of the Archdiocese of Omaha
Hosts: Most Rev. George J. Lucas & Jimmy Carroll
Editor: Jimmy Carroll

]]> Episode 66: What is the Journey of Faith? https://archomaha.fireside.fm/66 a094d295-f9c5-4414-8514-da2f13f42fd9 Wed, 30 Mar 2022 10:00:00 -0500 Archdiocese of Omaha 66 What is the Journey of Faith? full Archdiocese of Omaha The Journey of Faith is a new Pastoral Planning initiative within the Archdiocese of Omaha. Over the past three years, some rural and urban parishes have already joined together in groupings served by one pastor and one or more associate pastors, and with a sharing of resources. 15:18 no The Journey of Faith is a new Pastoral Planning initiative within the Archdiocese of Omaha. Over the past three years, some rural and urban parishes have already joined together in groupings served by one pastor and one or more associate pastors, and with a sharing of resources. A projected 24% decline in numbers of priests over the next 10 years, only 22% of Catholics in the pews for weekend Masses, and shifting populations in both rural and urban areas – all resulting in imbalances that threaten the long-term viability of parishes and schools. Learn more about the Journey of Faith at www.JourneyofFaith.org. A production of the Archdiocese of Omaha Hosts: Most Rev. George J. Lucas & Jimmy Carroll Editor: Jimmy Carroll catholicism, catholic podcast, catholic church, bishop, catholic bishop, The Journey of Faith is a new Pastoral Planning initiative within the Archdiocese of Omaha. Over the past three years, some rural and urban parishes have already joined together in groupings served by one pastor and one or more associate pastors, and with a sharing of resources.

A projected 24% decline in numbers of priests over the next 10 years, only 22% of Catholics in the pews for weekend Masses, and shifting populations in both rural and urban areas – all resulting in imbalances that threaten the long-term viability of parishes and schools.

Learn more about the Journey of Faith at www.JourneyofFaith.org.

A production of the Archdiocese of Omaha
Hosts: Most Rev. George J. Lucas & Jimmy Carroll
Editor: Jimmy Carroll

]]> The Journey of Faith is a new Pastoral Planning initiative within the Archdiocese of Omaha. Over the past three years, some rural and urban parishes have already joined together in groupings served by one pastor and one or more associate pastors, and with a sharing of resources.

A projected 24% decline in numbers of priests over the next 10 years, only 22% of Catholics in the pews for weekend Masses, and shifting populations in both rural and urban areas – all resulting in imbalances that threaten the long-term viability of parishes and schools.

Learn more about the Journey of Faith at www.JourneyofFaith.org.

A production of the Archdiocese of Omaha
Hosts: Most Rev. George J. Lucas & Jimmy Carroll
Editor: Jimmy Carroll

]]> Episode 65: Living Lent more fully! https://archomaha.fireside.fm/65 f148f0fb-0ca1-43fe-adf8-6ecca1b32070 Fri, 04 Mar 2022 15:00:00 -0600 Archdiocese of Omaha 65 Living Lent more fully! full Archdiocese of Omaha Lent 2022 is here! What is the true meaning of the smudge of ash on our foreheads? Most Rev. George J. Lucas gives us his thoughts on how Catholics can deepen their spiritual lives during the Lenten season. 18:38 no Lent 2022 is here! What is the true meaning of the smudge of ash on our foreheads? Most Rev. George J. Lucas gives us his thoughts on how Catholics can deepen their spiritual lives during the Lenten season. Recalling the words of Genesis 3:19 used during the administering of ashes, “Remember that you are dust and unto dust you shall return,” how does that verse really put this awareness into people’s minds as something that they can really reflect upon? A production of the Archdiocese of Omaha Hosts: Most Rev. George J. Lucas & Jimmy Carroll Editor: Jimmy Carroll catholicism, catholic podcast, catholic church, bishop, catholic bishop, Lent 2022 is here! What is the true meaning of the smudge of ash on our foreheads? Most Rev. George J. Lucas gives us his thoughts on how Catholics can deepen their spiritual lives during the Lenten season.

Recalling the words of Genesis 3:19 used during the administering of ashes, “Remember that you are dust and unto dust you shall return,” how does that verse really put this awareness into people’s minds as something that they can really reflect upon?

A production of the Archdiocese of Omaha
Hosts: Most Rev. George J. Lucas & Jimmy Carroll
Editor: Jimmy Carroll

]]> Lent 2022 is here! What is the true meaning of the smudge of ash on our foreheads? Most Rev. George J. Lucas gives us his thoughts on how Catholics can deepen their spiritual lives during the Lenten season.

Recalling the words of Genesis 3:19 used during the administering of ashes, “Remember that you are dust and unto dust you shall return,” how does that verse really put this awareness into people’s minds as something that they can really reflect upon?

A production of the Archdiocese of Omaha
Hosts: Most Rev. George J. Lucas & Jimmy Carroll
Editor: Jimmy Carroll

]]> Episode 64: Catholic Schools Week 2022 https://archomaha.fireside.fm/64 9520819a-f02c-439e-8826-efe176774ea9 Fri, 04 Feb 2022 05:15:00 -0600 Archdiocese of Omaha 64 Catholic Schools Week 2022 full Archdiocese of Omaha Catholic Schools Week is January 30 - February 5 and all 70 Catholic schools in the Archdiocese of Omaha are celebrating the greatness of their school, through fun activities and what it means to attend a Catholic school in Northeast Nebraska. 15:52 no Catholic Schools Week was January 30 - February 5 and all 70 Catholic schools in the Archdiocese of Omaha are celebrating the greatness of their school, through fun activities and what it means to attend a Catholic school in Northeast Nebraska. Jimmy Carroll, Most Rev. George J. Lucas and Superintendent of Catholic Schools Vickie Kauffold talk about why Catholic Schools Week is vitally important to the well-being of administrators, teachers and students. It's a week to celebrate! Have a listen. A production of the Archdiocese of Omaha Hosts: Most Rev. George J. Lucas & Jimmy Carroll Editor: Jimmy Carroll catholicism, catholic podcast, catholic church, bishop, catholic bishop, Catholic Schools Week was January 30 - February 5 and all 70 Catholic schools in the Archdiocese of Omaha are celebrating the greatness of their school, through fun activities and what it means to attend a Catholic school in Northeast Nebraska. Jimmy Carroll, Most Rev. George J. Lucas and Superintendent of Catholic Schools Vickie Kauffold talk about why Catholic Schools Week is vitally important to the well-being of administrators, teachers and students. It's a week to celebrate! Have a listen.

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Editor: Jimmy Carroll

]]> Catholic Schools Week was January 30 - February 5 and all 70 Catholic schools in the Archdiocese of Omaha are celebrating the greatness of their school, through fun activities and what it means to attend a Catholic school in Northeast Nebraska. Jimmy Carroll, Most Rev. George J. Lucas and Superintendent of Catholic Schools Vickie Kauffold talk about why Catholic Schools Week is vitally important to the well-being of administrators, teachers and students. It's a week to celebrate! Have a listen.

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Hosts: Most Rev. George J. Lucas & Jimmy Carroll
Editor: Jimmy Carroll

]]> Episode 63: COVID keeps raising its ugly head https://archomaha.fireside.fm/63 1274d4dd-e703-4b07-9370-1b8cc58968f3 Wed, 19 Jan 2022 14:00:00 -0600 Archdiocese of Omaha 63 COVID keeps raising its ugly head full Archdiocese of Omaha COVID keeps raising its ugly head. Fighting ugly with ugly is not the answer. In this episode, Archbishop George Lucas discusses how the newest COVID-19 is causing more division to occur, and how we can strive to be more patient and compassion to one another. 15:28 no A production of the Archdiocese of Omaha Hosts: Most Rev. George J. Lucas & Jimmy Carroll Editor: Jimmy Carroll (Digital Media Specialist at Archdiocese of Omaha) catholicism, catholic podcast, catholic church, bishop, catholic bishop, A production of the Archdiocese of Omaha
Hosts: Most Rev. George J. Lucas & Jimmy Carroll
Editor: Jimmy Carroll (Digital Media Specialist at Archdiocese of Omaha)

]]> A production of the Archdiocese of Omaha
Hosts: Most Rev. George J. Lucas & Jimmy Carroll
Editor: Jimmy Carroll (Digital Media Specialist at Archdiocese of Omaha)

]]> Episode 62: Looking back at 2021 and ahead at 2022 https://archomaha.fireside.fm/62 5df5131a-a5ae-446a-8de8-a6f9cb262835 Thu, 30 Dec 2021 12:00:00 -0600 Archdiocese of Omaha 62 Looking back at 2021 and ahead at 2022 full Archdiocese of Omaha 2021 is coming to an end....but will 2022 look any different? Most Rev. George J. Lucas talks about families and friends gathering for important feast days during the Christmas season. Furthermore, the New Year brings Catholics more exciting feast days to celebrate. Keep the volume up as Archbishop Lucas reflects on 2021 and what 2022 will bring for the Archdiocese of Omaha. 26:24 no 2021 is coming to an end....but will 2022 look any different? Most Rev. George J. Lucas talks about families and friends gathering for important feast days during the Christmas season. Furthermore, the New Year brings Catholics more exciting feast days to celebrate. Keep the volume up as Archbishop Lucas reflects on 2021 and what 2022 will bring for the Archdiocese of Omaha. A production of the Archdiocese of Omaha Hosts: Most Rev. George J. Lucas & Jimmy Carroll Editor: Jimmy Carroll catholicism, catholic podcast, catholic church, bishop, catholic bishop, new year, christmas season, 2022 2021 is coming to an end....but will 2022 look any different? Most Rev. George J. Lucas talks about families and friends gathering for important feast days during the Christmas season. Furthermore, the New Year brings Catholics more exciting feast days to celebrate. Keep the volume up as Archbishop Lucas reflects on 2021 and what 2022 will bring for the Archdiocese of Omaha.

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]]> 2021 is coming to an end....but will 2022 look any different? Most Rev. George J. Lucas talks about families and friends gathering for important feast days during the Christmas season. Furthermore, the New Year brings Catholics more exciting feast days to celebrate. Keep the volume up as Archbishop Lucas reflects on 2021 and what 2022 will bring for the Archdiocese of Omaha.

A production of the Archdiocese of Omaha
Hosts: Most Rev. George J. Lucas & Jimmy Carroll
Editor: Jimmy Carroll

]]> Episode 61: The beauty of the Incarnation https://archomaha.fireside.fm/61 ac7c9c9e-bd39-49bb-bcb9-1576389b9996 Thu, 23 Dec 2021 12:00:00 -0600 Archdiocese of Omaha 61 The beauty of the Incarnation full Archdiocese of Omaha The Advent season is here. Archbishop George J. Lucas shares his thoughts on the incarnation of Jesus in history and what his taking on human form means for us today. 23:58 no The Advent season is here. Archbishop George J. Lucas shares his thoughts on the incarnation of Jesus in history and what his taking on human form means for us today. Merry Christmas and Blessings to all! A production of the Archdiocese of Omaha Hosts: Most Rev. George J. Lucas & Jimmy Carroll Editor: Jimmy Carroll catholicism, catholic podcast, catholic church, bishop, christmas, incarnation The Advent season is here. Archbishop George J. Lucas shares his thoughts on the incarnation of Jesus in history and what his taking on human form means for us today.

Merry Christmas and Blessings to all!

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]]> The Advent season is here. Archbishop George J. Lucas shares his thoughts on the incarnation of Jesus in history and what his taking on human form means for us today.

Merry Christmas and Blessings to all!

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Editor: Jimmy Carroll

]]> Episode 60: Declining Vocations: What Are We Missing? https://archomaha.fireside.fm/60 80e108e0-f98e-4488-85ce-7d28e35da6e4 Wed, 16 Jun 2021 01:00:00 -0500 Archdiocese of Omaha 60 Declining Vocations: What Are We Missing? full Archdiocese of Omaha The Church prays for vocations all the time, so why does it seem we're not getting an answer? In this episode, Archbishop Lucas tackles the question of how to foster priestly vocations and asks us to look seriously at what we each can do to help young people listen to the One who calls. 26:23 no On June 5, Archbishop Lucas led a special hour of prayer for vocations at St. Cecilia Cathedral—an hour which was intentionally planned for what would otherwise have been the annual Mass of Ordination. This year, however, there were no men to be ordained. The Church prays for vocations all the time, so why does it seem we're not getting an answer? In this episode, Archbishop Lucas tackles the question of how to foster priestly vocations and asks us to look seriously at what we each can do to help young people listen to the One who calls. A production of the Archdiocese of Omaha Hosts: Most Rev. George J. Lucas & David Hazen Editor: Taylor Schroll (https://www.fortecatholic.com) catholicism, catholic podcast, catholic church, bishop, catholic bishop, vocations, prayer On June 5, Archbishop Lucas led a special hour of prayer for vocations at St. Cecilia Cathedral—an hour which was intentionally planned for what would otherwise have been the annual Mass of Ordination. This year, however, there were no men to be ordained.

The Church prays for vocations all the time, so why does it seem we're not getting an answer? In this episode, Archbishop Lucas tackles the question of how to foster priestly vocations and asks us to look seriously at what we each can do to help young people listen to the One who calls.

A production of the Archdiocese of Omaha
Hosts: Most Rev. George J. Lucas & David Hazen
Editor: Taylor Schroll (https://www.fortecatholic.com)

]]> On June 5, Archbishop Lucas led a special hour of prayer for vocations at St. Cecilia Cathedral—an hour which was intentionally planned for what would otherwise have been the annual Mass of Ordination. This year, however, there were no men to be ordained.

The Church prays for vocations all the time, so why does it seem we're not getting an answer? In this episode, Archbishop Lucas tackles the question of how to foster priestly vocations and asks us to look seriously at what we each can do to help young people listen to the One who calls.

A production of the Archdiocese of Omaha
Hosts: Most Rev. George J. Lucas & David Hazen
Editor: Taylor Schroll (https://www.fortecatholic.com)

]]> Episode 59: Put the Holy Spirit to Work https://archomaha.fireside.fm/59 47cccf13-9c88-49dc-923b-fd5aaba6de30 Fri, 21 May 2021 16:00:00 -0500 Archdiocese of Omaha 59 Put the Holy Spirit to Work full Archdiocese of Omaha How do we know the Holy Spirit is present? Do we believe that He is present and that we can experience Him? As we celebrate Pentecost, Archbishop Lucas encourages us to put the Holy Spirit to work, and to go (back) to Mass with all our desire wide open. 29:31 no How do we know the Holy Spirit is present? Do we believe that He is present and that we can experience Him? As we celebrate Pentecost, Archbishop Lucas encourages us to put the Holy Spirit to work, and to go (back) to Mass with all our desire wide open. A production of the Archdiocese of Omaha Hosts: Most Rev. George J. Lucas & David Hazen Editor: Taylor Schroll (https://www.fortecatholic.com) catholicism, catholic podcast, catholic church, bishop, catholic bishop, pentecost, holy spirit, catholic mass, mass, covid, faith, religion, church How do we know the Holy Spirit is present? Do we believe that He is present and that we can experience Him? As we celebrate Pentecost, Archbishop Lucas encourages us to put the Holy Spirit to work, and to go (back) to Mass with all our desire wide open.

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Hosts: Most Rev. George J. Lucas & David Hazen
Editor: Taylor Schroll (https://www.fortecatholic.com)

]]> How do we know the Holy Spirit is present? Do we believe that He is present and that we can experience Him? As we celebrate Pentecost, Archbishop Lucas encourages us to put the Holy Spirit to work, and to go (back) to Mass with all our desire wide open.

A production of the Archdiocese of Omaha
Hosts: Most Rev. George J. Lucas & David Hazen
Editor: Taylor Schroll (https://www.fortecatholic.com)

]]> Episode 58: This is a very big deal! https://archomaha.fireside.fm/58 cdbb7527-5da8-4bb2-844d-a2f3cb2e2535 Sun, 18 Apr 2021 18:30:00 -0500 Archdiocese of Omaha 58 This is a very big deal! full Archdiocese of Omaha Archbishop Lucas celebrates the Easter season, shares about how to be amazed by the things we've heard before. 28:38 no Archbishop Lucas and David celebrate the joy of the Easter season with a conversation about how to stay amazed by things we've heard before. Each year, we hear the story of Jesus rising from the dead and we can become accustomed to it. We forget how miraculous that story really is! There is also a discussion on the dispensation from the Sunday obligation ending on Pentecost weekend, May 22-23, 2021 and the reasoning behind that. A production of the Archdiocese of Omaha Hosts: Most Rev. George J. Lucas & David Hazen Editor: Taylor Schroll (https://www.fortecatholic.com) catholicism, catholic podcast, catholic church, bishop, catholic bishop, easter, mass, Archbishop Lucas and David celebrate the joy of the Easter season with a conversation about how to stay amazed by things we've heard before. Each year, we hear the story of Jesus rising from the dead and we can become accustomed to it. We forget how miraculous that story really is!

There is also a discussion on the dispensation from the Sunday obligation ending on Pentecost weekend, May 22-23, 2021 and the reasoning behind that.

A production of the Archdiocese of Omaha
Hosts: Most Rev. George J. Lucas & David Hazen
Editor: Taylor Schroll (https://www.fortecatholic.com)

]]> Archbishop Lucas and David celebrate the joy of the Easter season with a conversation about how to stay amazed by things we've heard before. Each year, we hear the story of Jesus rising from the dead and we can become accustomed to it. We forget how miraculous that story really is!

There is also a discussion on the dispensation from the Sunday obligation ending on Pentecost weekend, May 22-23, 2021 and the reasoning behind that.

A production of the Archdiocese of Omaha
Hosts: Most Rev. George J. Lucas & David Hazen
Editor: Taylor Schroll (https://www.fortecatholic.com)

]]> Episode 57: Why did Jesus have to suffer? https://archomaha.fireside.fm/57 95f2a658-839b-4196-9de2-3b8ed98f7496 Tue, 23 Mar 2021 09:00:00 -0500 Archdiocese of Omaha 57 Why did Jesus have to suffer? full Archdiocese of Omaha As we draw closer to Holy Week, Archbishop Lucas is posed the question, "Why did Jesus have to suffer?" This leads to a conversation on answering the problem of evil and why bad things happen to good people. If you've ever pondered this question or want to prepare your heart for Holy Week, this will be a thought-provoking listen. 27:37 no As we draw closer to Holy Week, Archbishop Lucas is posed the question, "Why did Jesus have to suffer?" This leads to a conversation on answering the problem of evil and why bad things happen to good people. If you've ever pondered this question or want to prepare your heart for Holy Week, this will be a thought-provoking listen. A production of the Archdiocese of Omaha Hosts: Most Rev. George J. Lucas & David Hazen Editor: Taylor Schroll (https://www.fortecatholic.com) catholicism, catholic podcast, catholic church, bishop, catholic bishop, lent, problem of evil, suffering, Holy Week, Easter, Jesus, crucifixion As we draw closer to Holy Week, Archbishop Lucas is posed the question, "Why did Jesus have to suffer?" This leads to a conversation on answering the problem of evil and why bad things happen to good people. If you've ever pondered this question or want to prepare your heart for Holy Week, this will be a thought-provoking listen.

A production of the Archdiocese of Omaha
Hosts: Most Rev. George J. Lucas & David Hazen
Editor: Taylor Schroll (https://www.fortecatholic.com)

]]> As we draw closer to Holy Week, Archbishop Lucas is posed the question, "Why did Jesus have to suffer?" This leads to a conversation on answering the problem of evil and why bad things happen to good people. If you've ever pondered this question or want to prepare your heart for Holy Week, this will be a thought-provoking listen.

A production of the Archdiocese of Omaha
Hosts: Most Rev. George J. Lucas & David Hazen
Editor: Taylor Schroll (https://www.fortecatholic.com)

]]> Episode 56: Disconnect & Reconnect https://archomaha.fireside.fm/56 612d2a4f-17b3-46cf-84e3-d4156f759b06 Thu, 11 Feb 2021 01:00:00 -0600 Archdiocese of Omaha 56 Disconnect & Reconnect full Archdiocese of Omaha This Lent, Archbishop Lucas encourages us to "disconnect and reconnect"—disconnect from the perpetual outrage machine created by our current media and political climate, and reconnect to the Prince of Peace through His Body, the Church. 24:19 no This Lent, Archbishop Lucas encourages us to "disconnect and reconnect"—disconnect from the perpetual outrage machine created by our current media and political climate, and reconnect to the Prince of Peace through His Body, the Church. "Disconnect" doesn't mean to bury our heads in the sand, but rather sifting more vigorously what media we consume and why, and what time we make for silence, for prayer, for others. "Reconnect" is an invitation to move closer (literally!) to those things that really give us life. A production of the Archdiocese of Omaha Hosts: Most Rev. George J. Lucas & David Hazen Editor: Taylor Schroll (https://www.fortecatholic.com) catholicism, catholic podcast, catholic church, bishop, catholic bishop, lent, media, social media, news, politics This Lent, Archbishop Lucas encourages us to "disconnect and reconnect"—disconnect from the perpetual outrage machine created by our current media and political climate, and reconnect to the Prince of Peace through His Body, the Church.

"Disconnect" doesn't mean to bury our heads in the sand, but rather sifting more vigorously what media we consume and why, and what time we make for silence, for prayer, for others. "Reconnect" is an invitation to move closer (literally!) to those things that really give us life.

A production of the Archdiocese of Omaha
Hosts: Most Rev. George J. Lucas & David Hazen
Editor: Taylor Schroll (https://www.fortecatholic.com)

]]> This Lent, Archbishop Lucas encourages us to "disconnect and reconnect"—disconnect from the perpetual outrage machine created by our current media and political climate, and reconnect to the Prince of Peace through His Body, the Church.

"Disconnect" doesn't mean to bury our heads in the sand, but rather sifting more vigorously what media we consume and why, and what time we make for silence, for prayer, for others. "Reconnect" is an invitation to move closer (literally!) to those things that really give us life.

A production of the Archdiocese of Omaha
Hosts: Most Rev. George J. Lucas & David Hazen
Editor: Taylor Schroll (https://www.fortecatholic.com)

]]> Episode 55: "Go to Joseph" https://archomaha.fireside.fm/55 bc9a5c26-5184-4a96-a9f5-4f3840149e63 Fri, 08 Jan 2021 14:00:00 -0600 Archdiocese of Omaha 55 "Go to Joseph" full Archdiocese of Omaha This week, Archbishop Lucas introduces the Year of St. Joseph proclaimed by Pope Francis. He offers insights into the life of St. Joseph and how to lean into learning from and praying with the patron saint of the Universal Church this year. 24:34 no This week, Archbishop Lucas introduces the Year of St. Joseph proclaimed by Pope Francis. He offers insights into the life of St. Joseph and how to lean into learning from and praying with the patron saint of the Universal Church this year. A production of the Archdiocese of Omaha Hosts: Most Rev. George J. Lucas & David Hazen Editor: Taylor Schroll (https://www.fortecatholic.com) Read Pope Francis' letter "Patris Corde": http://www.vatican.va/content/francesco/en/apostletters/documents/papa-francesco-lettera-ap20201208_patris-corde.html catholic, catholic podcast, catholic bishop, catholic saints, saint joseph, st joseph, year of st joseph, pope francis This week, Archbishop Lucas introduces the Year of St. Joseph proclaimed by Pope Francis. He offers insights into the life of St. Joseph and how to lean into learning from and praying with the patron saint of the Universal Church this year.

A production of the Archdiocese of Omaha
Hosts: Most Rev. George J. Lucas & David Hazen
Editor: Taylor Schroll (https://www.fortecatholic.com)

Read Pope Francis' letter "Patris Corde":
http://www.vatican.va/content/francesco/en/apost_letters/documents/papa-francesco-lettera-ap_20201208_patris-corde.html

]]> This week, Archbishop Lucas introduces the Year of St. Joseph proclaimed by Pope Francis. He offers insights into the life of St. Joseph and how to lean into learning from and praying with the patron saint of the Universal Church this year.

A production of the Archdiocese of Omaha
Hosts: Most Rev. George J. Lucas & David Hazen
Editor: Taylor Schroll (https://www.fortecatholic.com)

Read Pope Francis' letter "Patris Corde":
http://www.vatican.va/content/francesco/en/apost_letters/documents/papa-francesco-lettera-ap_20201208_patris-corde.html

]]> 54: From Presents to Presence https://archomaha.fireside.fm/54 79b968d2-5050-487f-ac0d-d6a53083b5bf Wed, 16 Dec 2020 02:00:00 -0600 Archdiocese of Omaha 54 From Presents to Presence full Archdiocese of Omaha Archbishop Lucas shares how we can more fully enter into the celebration of Christmas in a year that has been strange and difficult. He also looks back on what 2020 has revealed about our individual and collective struggles to rely on Christ. 26:52 no Archbishop Lucas shares how we can more fully enter into the celebration of Christmas in a year that has been strange and difficult. He also looks back on what 2020 has revealed about our individual and collective struggles to rely on Christ. We wish you and your families a blessed Advent and a beautiful Christmas! A production of the Archdiocese of Omaha Hosts: Most Rev. George J. Lucas & David Hazen Editor: Taylor Schroll (https://www.fortecatholic.com) catholicism, catholic podcast, catholic church, bishop, catholic bishop, advent, christmas, 2020 Archbishop Lucas shares how we can more fully enter into the celebration of Christmas in a year that has been strange and difficult. He also looks back on what 2020 has revealed about our individual and collective struggles to rely on Christ.

We wish you and your families a blessed Advent and a beautiful Christmas!

A production of the Archdiocese of Omaha
Hosts: Most Rev. George J. Lucas & David Hazen
Editor: Taylor Schroll (https://www.fortecatholic.com)

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We wish you and your families a blessed Advent and a beautiful Christmas!

A production of the Archdiocese of Omaha
Hosts: Most Rev. George J. Lucas & David Hazen
Editor: Taylor Schroll (https://www.fortecatholic.com)

]]> 53: Having Mercy on the Dead https://archomaha.fireside.fm/53 881b8c7a-faa6-4f67-b6db-17cc35e969ab Thu, 19 Nov 2020 17:00:00 -0600 Archdiocese of Omaha 53 Having Mercy on the Dead full Archdiocese of Omaha How do Catholics remember the dead? Why do we pray for them? And what do these practices teach us about how we can live better lives here on Earth? Archbishop Lucas answers these questions, reminding us that "the decisions that we make here reverberate into eternity." 24:19 no How do Catholics remember the dead? Why do we pray for them? And what do these practices teach us about how we can live better lives here on Earth? Archbishop Lucas answers these questions and gives us practical ways for us to both grow in our faith and pray for those who we have lost. A production of the Archdiocese of Omaha Hosts: Most Rev. George J. Lucas & David Hazen Editor: Taylor Schroll (https://www.fortecatholic.com) catholicism, catholic podcast, catholic church, bishop, catholic bishop, praying for the dead How do Catholics remember the dead? Why do we pray for them? And what do these practices teach us about how we can live better lives here on Earth? Archbishop Lucas answers these questions and gives us practical ways for us to both grow in our faith and pray for those who we have lost.

A production of the Archdiocese of Omaha
Hosts: Most Rev. George J. Lucas & David Hazen
Editor: Taylor Schroll (https://www.fortecatholic.com)

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A production of the Archdiocese of Omaha
Hosts: Most Rev. George J. Lucas & David Hazen
Editor: Taylor Schroll (https://www.fortecatholic.com)

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