Fr. Steve Mateja's Podcasts

Jesus calls St. Peter Satan, how can it be that the Rock becomes Satan immediately?  Perhaps it is because he opposes Jesus--can we do the same and thus be called Satan?

There is a truly fascinating belief in Jewish tradition about The Rock of Mount Moriah, one in which Fr. Steve just discovered himself.

Wednesday in the Word--Bible Study.  21st Sunday OTa 2023

I splurged a little and had to get a new recording device.  It is a little more work to upload but let me know what you think of the quality.

You are Peter and on this Rock!  

St. Joseph is beyond Blessed to have had a Perpetual Adoration

Why does Jesus call this Cannanite woman a dog?  Ever wonder that?  It is actually quite significant and profound.  She is a perfect model for how we must apporach Jesus for salvation...on our knees begging!  

Do we even need the Sacraments?  What are they for?  What do they do?

Is this day a Theophany?  

"Why get married in the Church? This is a very common question in our world today.  Is it even important?  What happens at a Catholic wedding?  There is Hope for marriages that are struggling!