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Unpacking The Mass episodes
- The Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ - Year A
In this episode, we will explore ideas such as:
- Jesus is our sustenance. He doesn't just give us what we need. He IS what we need.
- We must keep a healthy diet. How are we feeding on Jesus?
- How our hunger reveals God's existence.
The readings can be found here:
https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/060726.cfm
Unpacking the Mass is a production of Down to Earth Ministry which exists to provide encouragement and resources to those considering, converting, and growing in Catholicism.
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The Convert's Guide to Roman Catholicism: Your First Year in the Church
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Unpacking the Mysteries of the Rosary
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23 min - The Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity - Year A
In this episode, we will explore ideas such as:
- Overexplaining vs. underexplaining the Trinity.
- How the Trinity reflects the plan of salvation.
- The beauty of mystery.
The readings can be found here:
https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/053126.cfm
Unpacking the Mass is a production of Down to Earth Ministry which exists to provide encouragement and resources to those considering, converting, and growing in Catholicism.
Join me at the Defending the Faith Conference:
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The Convert's Guide to Roman Catholicism: Your First Year in the Church
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Unpacking the Mysteries of the Rosary
Amazon: https://a.co/d/il5QQG3
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25 min - Pentecost Year A
In this episode, we will explore ideas such as:
- How Jesus fulfills what the law requires
- How we work together for God's plan
- The Gift of Confession to a Priest
The readings can be found here:
https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/052426-Day
Unpacking the Mass is a production of Down to Earth Ministry which exists to provide encouragement and resources to those considering, converting, and growing in Catholicism.
Join me at the Defending the Faith Conference:
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The Convert's Guide to Roman Catholicism: Your First Year in the Church
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Unpacking the Mysteries of the Rosary
Amazon: https://a.co/d/il5QQG3
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27 min - The Ascension of the Lord - Year A
In this episode, we will explore ideas such as:
The Mission and the method
Getting the next step
How to stay connected to the promise.
The readings can be found here:
https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/051726-Ascension
Unpacking the Mass is a production of Down to Earth Ministry which exists to provide encouragement and resources to those considering, converting, and growing in Catholicism.
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The Convert's Guide to Roman Catholicism: Your First Year in the Church
Amazon: https://a.co/d/441zeP8
Website: https://down2earthministry.org/the-book/
Unpacking the Mysteries of the Rosary
Amazon: https://a.co/d/il5QQG3
Website: https://down2earthministry.org/the-book/
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Catholic Woodworker Rosary
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33 min - 6th Sunday in Easter - Year A
In this episode, we will explore ideas such as:
What's the deal with Confirmation?
Giving your defense
The Holy Spirit is for this
The readings can be found here:
https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/051026.cfm
Catholic Answers Tract about Confirmation:
https://www.catholic.com/tract/confirmation
Unpacking the Mass is a production of Down to Earth Ministry which exists to provide encouragement and resources to those considering, converting, and growing in Catholicism.
👇 How to Support Down to Earth Ministry
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The Convert's Guide to Roman Catholicism: Your First Year in the Church
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Website: https://down2earthministry.org/the-book/
Unpacking the Mysteries of the Rosary
Amazon: https://a.co/d/il5QQG3
Website: https://down2earthministry.org/the-book/
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Catholic Woodworker Rosary
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32 min - 5th Sunday in Easter - Year A
In this episode, we will explore ideas such as:
How the Church meets practical needs
Who is the "Rock?"
What happens if you let your heart be troubled?
The readings can be found here:
https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/050326.cfm
Unpacking the Mass is a production of Down to Earth Ministry which exists to provide encouragement and resources to those considering, converting, and growing in Catholicism.
👇 How to Support Down to Earth Ministry
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👇 Keith's Books
The Convert's Guide to Roman Catholicism: Your First Year in the Church
Amazon: https://a.co/d/441zeP8
Website: https://down2earthministry.org/the-book/
Unpacking the Mysteries of the Rosary
Amazon: https://a.co/d/il5QQG3
Website: https://down2earthministry.org/the-book/
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Catholic Woodworker Rosary
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41 min - 4th Sunday in Easter - Year A
In this episode, we will explore ideas such as:
- How Peter's 1st sermon converted 3000 souls.
- The mindset we need to serve God in an evil world
- How to hear and recognize the voice of Jesus
The readings can be found here:
https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/042626.cfm
Unpacking the Mass is a production of Down to Earth Ministry which exists to provide encouragement and resources to those considering, converting, and growing in Catholicism.
👇 How to Support Down to Earth Ministry
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👇 Keith's Books
The Convert's Guide to Roman Catholicism: Your First Year in the Church
Amazon: https://a.co/d/441zeP8
Website: https://down2earthministry.org/the-book/
Unpacking the Mysteries of the Rosary
Amazon: https://a.co/d/il5QQG3
Website: https://down2earthministry.org/the-book/
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Catholic Woodworker Rosary
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29 min - 3rd Sunday in Easter - Year A
In this episode, we will explore ideas such as:
Where Peter's powerful preaching came from
Keeping Christ at the center.
Don't let disappointment distract you from Jesus
The readings can be found here:
https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/041926.cfm
Unpacking the Mass is a production of Down to Earth Ministry which exists to provide encouragement and resources to those considering, converting, and growing in Catholicism.
👇 How to Support Down to Earth Ministry
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👇 Stay Connected and Explore More
Keith's Website: https://down2earthministry.org/
Rosary Crew Website: https://down2earthministry.org/rosary...
Go to France with Us: https://selectinternationaltours.com/product/saints-of-france-with-fr-aaron-junge-and-keith-nester/
Book Keith to Speak: https://down2earthministry.org/in-per...
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👇 Keith's Books
The Convert's Guide to Roman Catholicism: Your First Year in the Church
Amazon: https://a.co/d/441zeP8
Website: https://down2earthministry.org/the-book/
Unpacking the Mysteries of the Rosary
Amazon: https://a.co/d/il5QQG3
Website: https://down2earthministry.org/the-book/
👇Shop
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Catholic Woodworker Rosary
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31 min - Divine Mercy Sunday - Year A
In this episode, we will explore ideas such as:
- What the Church did to Explode
- How the Resurrection powers us toward Heaven
- How Jesus responds to us when we doubt
The readings can be found here: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/041226.cfm
Unpacking the Mass is a production of Down to Earth Ministry which exists to provide encouragement and resources to those considering, converting, and growing in Catholicism.
How to Support Down to Earth Ministry
Website Giving (Tax-Deductible & Easiest Way to Give): "If you believe in the work we do and want a simple way to support it—this is it." https://down2earthministry.org/donate
Patreon (Join our Supporters for as little as $5/month): "When you give through Patreon, you're not just supporting us—you're helping direct the mission." https://www.patreon.com/c/keithnester
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Stay Connected and Explore More
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Rosary Crew Website: https://down2earthministry.org/rosary-crew
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Book Keith to Speak: https://down2earthministry.org/in-person
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Keith's Books
The Convert's Guide to Roman Catholicism: Your First Year in the Church
Amazon: https://a.co/d/441zeP8
Website: https://down2earthministry.org/the-book/
Unpacking the Mysteries of the Rosary
Amazon: https://a.co/d/il5QQG3
Website: https://down2earthministry.org/the-book/
Shop
Shop our Store: https://shop.stewardshipmission.com/collections/down-to-earth
Catholic Woodworker Rosary
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33 min - Easter Sunday - Year A
In this episode, we will explore ideas such as:
1. Even when all seems lost, like Mary, go to Jesus. They didn't understand, yet they still held together.
2. When we need help, we can find it in the Church.
3. The resurrection really happened, and your belief in it will dictate your life.
The readings can be found here: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/040526.cfm
Unpacking the Mass is a production of Down to Earth Ministry which exists to provide encouragement and resources to those considering, converting, and growing in Catholicism.
How to Support Down to Earth Ministry
Website Giving (Tax-Deductible & Easiest Way to Give): "If you believe in the work we do and want a simple way to support it—this is it."https://down2earthministry.org/donate
Patreon (Join our Supporters for as little as $5/month): "When you give through Patreon, you're not just supporting us—you're helping direct the mission."https://www.patreon.com/c/keithnester
Locals (Join our Community for as little as $5/month): "Locals is where we gather—not just to watch, but to walk together in faith."https://keithnester.locals.com
Stay Connected and Explore More
Keith's Website: https://down2earthministry.org/
Rosary Crew Website: https://down2earthministry.org/rosary-crew
Go to France with Us: https://selectinternationaltours.com/product/saints-of-france-with-fr-aaron-junge-and-keith-nester/
Book Keith to Speak: https://down2earthministry.org/in-person
Sign up for our Newsletter: https://down2earthministry.org/subscribe
Keith's Books
The Convert's Guide to Roman Catholicism: Your First Year in the Church
Amazon: https://a.co/d/441zeP8
Website: https://down2earthministry.org/the-book/
Unpacking the Mysteries of the Rosary
Amazon: https://a.co/d/il5QQG3
Website: https://down2earthministry.org/the-book/
Shop
Shop our Store: https://shop.stewardshipmission.com/collections/down-to-earth
Catholic Woodworker Rosary
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28 min
About Unpacking The Mass
From the publisher's feed
Welcome to Unpacking the Mass, a weekly study through the upcoming week's Mass readings for the Catholic Church.
Unpacking the Mass helps listeners prepare their hearts for what they will hear in the upcoming week's Mass through a thoughtful and practical interaction with the texts with an emphasis on personal understanding and application.
Join Keith this week and be counted among those to whom Jesus said "Let he who has ears to hear" Matt.13:9. Unpacking the Mass is available as a video on Keith's YouYube channel.
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