St. Joseph: Not Your Average Joe! One can not speak about St. Joseph without also incorporating his beloved wife Mary. The chaste young spouses have a singular mission to bear Christ to the entire world. It is the same mission that we all have but they model it with great perfection. While Joseph is silent throughout sacred scripture, his actions s…

Episode 24 – The Gospel of Luke – Chapter 11 Part 2 Luke 11: “Lord Teach Us To Pray” In this lecture on Luke 11, we focus especially on the Lord’s Prayer. Seeing Jesus praying in a certain place, his disciples asked, “Lord, teach us to pray.” They saw the Lord praying by himself, and they desired to have a similar union with the Father. As faithful…

Episode 23 – The Gospel of Luke – Chapter 11 Part 1 Luke 11: “Lord Teach Us To Pray” In this lecture on Luke 11, we focus especially on the Lord’s Prayer. Seeing Jesus praying in a certain place, his disciples asked, “Lord, teach us to pray.” They saw the Lord praying by himself, and they desired to have a similar union with the Father. As faithful…

Episode 22 – The Gospel of Luke – Chapter 10 Part 2 Luke 10: “The Good Samaritan” This week’s lecture begins with encouragement to pray the rosary. Many popes over the years have exhorted the faithful to depend on this powerful spiritual weapon in the battle against evil. In Luke 10, Jesus referenced the battle between darkness and light, vividly d…

Episode 21 – The Gospel of Luke – Chapter 10 Part 1 Luke 10: “The Good Samaritan” This week’s lecture begins with encouragement to pray the rosary. Many popes over the years have exhorted the faithful to depend on this powerful spiritual weapon in the battle against evil. In Luke 10, Jesus referenced the battle between darkness and light, vividly d…

Episode 20 – The Gospel of Luke – Chapter 9 Part 2 Luke 9: “Son of God Transfigured” Luke chapter 9 begins with the mission of the twelve Apostles, whom Jesus gave power to cure disease and authority over all demons. They were instructed to take nothing for their journey and to “shake off the dust from your feet as a testimony against” anyone who d…

Episode 19 – The Gospel of Luke – Chapter 9 Part 1 Luke 9: “Son of God Transfigured” Luke chapter 9 begins with the mission of the twelve Apostles, whom Jesus gave power to cure disease and authority over all demons. They were instructed to take nothing for their journey and to “shake off the dust from your feet as a testimony against” anyone who d…

Episode 18 – The Gospel of Luke – Chapter 8 Part 2 Luke 8: “Daughters of Israel” This chapter begins with a list of women who accompanied Jesus and his apostles and provided for their needs: Mary Magdalene, Joanna, and Susanna. Mary Magdalene, who had 7 demons driven out of her, is often erroneously thought to be a prostitute. The Church Fathers sa…

Episode 17 – The Gospel of Luke – Chapter 8 Part 1 Luke 8: “Daughters of Israel” This chapter begins with a list of women who accompanied Jesus and his apostles and provided for their needs: Mary Magdalene, Joanna, and Susanna. Mary Magdalene, who had 7 demons driven out of her, is often erroneously thought to be a prostitute. The Church Fathers sa…

Episode 16 – The Gospel of Luke – Chapter 7 Part 2 “Resurrection at Nain” In Luke 7, we read that John the Baptist sent word to Jesus, asking if Jesus was the one “who is to come”. We know from Matthew 14 that John was imprisoned for chastising Herod about his unlawful marriage to Herodias. In his desolation, John wanted to know if Jesus was indeed…

Episode 15 – The Gospel of Luke – Chapter 7 Part 1 “Resurrection at Nain” In Luke 7, we read that John the Baptist sent word to Jesus, asking if Jesus was the one “who is to come”. We know from Matthew 14 that John was imprisoned for chastising Herod about his unlawful marriage to Herodias. In his desolation, John wanted to know if Jesus was indeed…

Episode 12 – The Gospel of Luke – Chapter 5 Part 2 “Let Your Nets Down for a Catch” Duc in altum.” Put out into the deep water. These are the words that Jesus used to invite Peter to become his disciple. The call of Peter and the other fisherman disciples (Andrew, James and John) took place on the Lake of Gennesaret. Known also as the Sea of Galile…

Episode 11 – The Gospel of Luke – Chapter 5 Part 1 “Let Your Nets Down for a Catch” Duc in altum.” Put out into the deep water. These are the words that Jesus used to invite Peter to become his disciple. The call of Peter and the other fisherman disciples (Andrew, James and John) took place on the Lake of Gennesaret. Known also as the Sea of Galile…

Episode 10 – The Gospel of Luke – Chapter 4 Part 2 Temptations & Ministry This lecture begins by recalling the baptism of Jesus by John. John, the New Elijah, was well aware of his role. He always pointed towards Jesus. The baptism was a theophany, with all members of the Trinity present: the voice of the Father from above, the Holy Spirit in the b…

Episode 9 – The Gospel of Luke – Chapter 4 Part 1 Temptations & Ministry This lecture begins by recalling the baptism of Jesus by John. John, the New Elijah, was well aware of his role. He always pointed towards Jesus. The baptism was a theophany, with all members of the Trinity present: the voice of the Father from above, the Holy Spirit in the bo…

Episode 8 – The Gospel of Luke – Chapter 3 Part 2 A Voice Cries Out “Nothing is impossible with God.” Our lecture this week opens with this reassuring statement, taken from Gabriel’s annunciation to Mary. We recall from last week that Mary was the singular blessed woman of the New Testament who, through Jesus, fulfills the prophecy of Genesis 3:15,…

Episode 7 – The Gospel of Luke – Chapter 3 Part 1 A Voice Cries Out “Nothing is impossible with God.” Our lecture this week opens with this reassuring statement, taken from Gabriel’s annunciation to Mary. We recall from last week that Mary was the singular blessed woman of the New Testament who, through Jesus, fulfills the prophecy of Genesis 3:15,…

Episode 6 – The Gospel of Luke – Chapter 2 Part 2 Jesus is Born The lecture this week begins with a look at Papal Infallibility and how it relates to Mary. Beginning with our first Pope, Peter, there has been an unbroken succession of apostolic authority. A dogma is declared infallible only when three criteria are met: the pronouncement must be mad…

Episode 5 – The Gospel of Luke – Chapter 2 Part 1 Jesus is Born The lecture this week begins with a look at Papal Infallibility and how it relates to Mary. Beginning with our first Pope, Peter, there has been an unbroken succession of apostolic authority. A dogma is declared infallible only when three criteria are met: the pronouncement must be mad…

Episode 4 – The Gospel of Luke – Chapter 1 Part 2 Gabriel’s Announcement The Virgin Mary is at the center of the beginning of our lecture covering Luke 1. The church fathers, including Ambrose and Augustine, realized that Mary’s perpetual virginity was anticipated by the Old Testament prophets. In Ezekiel 44, we read about the locked eastern gate o…

Episode 3 – The Gospel of Luke – Chapter 1 Part 1 Gabriel’s Announcement The Virgin Mary is at the center of the beginning of our lecture covering Luke 1. The church fathers, including Ambrose and Augustine, realized that Mary’s perpetual virginity was anticipated by the Old Testament prophets. In Ezekiel 44, we read about the locked eastern gate o…

Episode 2 – The Gospel of Luke – An Overview Part 2 We begin our study of the Gospel of Luke with an overview lecture, beginning with what we know about the author himself. From the historian, Eusebius, we learn that Luke was a physician from Antioch, an ancient Greek city located in Asia Minor. Antioch was the center of the early Church, and it wa…

Episode 1 – The Gospel of Luke – An Overview Part 1 We begin our study of the Gospel of Luke with an overview lecture, beginning with what we know about the author himself. From the historian, Eusebius, we learn that Luke was a physician from Antioch, an ancient Greek city located in Asia Minor. Antioch was the center of the early Church, and it wa…

Episode 44 – John 21 Part 2 –The Reinstatement of Peter We conclude our amazing journey through the Gospel of John with chapter 21. Sharon begins her lecture with the question Jesus asks of Peter and of each of us: Do you love me? This particular chapter is packed with an abundance of symbolism and profound theological truths. We can date the writi…

Episode 43 – John 21 Part 1 –The Reinstatement of Peter We conclude our amazing journey through the Gospel of John with chapter 21. Sharon begins her lecture with the question Jesus asks of Peter and of each of us: Do you love me? This particular chapter is packed with an abundance of symbolism and profound theological truths. We can date the writi…

Episode 42 – John 20 Part 2 – I Am Alive: The Resurrection This week we study John 20, the resurrection of Jesus. This is THE event of the life of Christ, the pivotal moment when death was conquered. Sharon begins her lecture with a look at Nicodemus and Joseph of Arimathea, two of the individuals who played important roles after the crucifixion. N…

Episode 41 – John 20 – I Am Alive: The Resurrection This week we study John 20, the resurrection of Jesus. This is THE event of the life of Christ, the pivotal moment when death was conquered. Sharon begins her lecture with a look at Nicodemus and Joseph of Arimathea, two of the individuals who played important roles after the crucifixion. Nicodemu…

Episode 40 – John 19 – Crucifixion and Death of Jesus Part 2 The Gospel of John reaches a crescendo in Chapter 19: the crucifixion and death of Jesus Christ. The cosmic battle between good and evil, life and death reaches its climax on the cross. The prince of light and life triumphs over the prince of darkness and death. Banished to a life of dark…

Episode 40 – John 19 – Crucifixion and Death of Jesus Part 1 The Gospel of John reaches a crescendo in Chapter 19: the crucifixion and death of Jesus Christ. The cosmic battle between good and evil, life and death reach its climax on the cross. The prince of light and life triumphs over the prince of darkness and death. Banished to a life of darkne…

Episode 39 – John 18 – Christ’s Passion part 2 The arrest and trial of Jesus marks the beginning of his “hour” of glorification. He was aware of the impending suffering, yet gave full consent to the Father’s plan. Sharon sets the stage for this dramatic event with a detailed description of the Kidron valley, the deep chasm dividing the Temple from …

Sharon Doran serves as the teaching director of “Seeking Truth.” An experienced Bible Study teacher, Sharon has a passion for scripture that will motivate and challenge you to immerse yourself in God’s Word and apply His message to your every day life. “Seeking Truth” is an in depth Catholic Bible Study, commissioned by the Archdiocese of Omaha in …