Ave Explores

How to Help People Listen to the Bible with Alex Jones of Hallow

September 29th, 2021  |  Season 12  |  30 mins 29 secs

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Alex Jones discusses the founding of Hallow--a Catholic prayer and meditation app--which came from his desire to read and meditate more on scripture. Scripture is a key component of the app, including audio recordings of books of the Bible, Gospel challenges, and scripture-based sleep stories. Jones said thousands of users have developed a habit of reading the Bible because of Hallow.

The Book of Revelation with Jeff Cavins

September 24th, 2021  |  Season 12  |  28 mins 20 secs

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Jeff Cavins, biblical scholar and a contributor to The Bible in a Year podcast, says that the book of Revelation is often misinterpreted as predicting the future. Instead, Revelation reveals that Heaven is a Mass and we are all invited to it.

The Real Stories Behind the Gospels with Sarah Christmyer

September 22nd, 2021  |  Season 12  |  27 mins 48 secs

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Sarah Christmyer, contributor of The Ave Catholic Notetaking Bible, discusses how she grew to love Scripture and explains how reading the New Testament, especially the Gospels, helps us to know Jesus fully.

The Jewish Roots of the Old Testament with Andrew Glicksman

September 17th, 2021  |  Season 12  |  33 mins 5 secs

Andrew Glicksman, chairman of the theology department at the University of Dallas, discusses his love of the Old Testament and explains how studying the sacred text brings about a greater appreciation for the New Testament and the story of Jesus.

Praying the Psalms with Sr. Josephine Garrett, CSFN

September 15th, 2021  |  Season 12  |  28 mins 15 secs

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Sr. Josephine Garrett, CSFN, shares her vocation story and discusses how living in community and praying the Liturgy of the Hours have been sources of joy and consolation in her life as a religious sister. She challenges all of us to let scripture--especially the Psalms--become a regular part of our lives.

The Surprising Parts of Scripture with Rev. William L. Burton, OFM

September 10th, 2021  |  Season 12  |  37 mins 45 secs

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Fr. William L. Burton, OFM, says that many Catholics are hesitant to read Scripture because they assume they'll get it wrong, but even scholars sometimes make mistakes. Burton explains there are surprises on every page of the Bible and encourages every Catholic to keep God's Word as their constant companion.

Reading Scripture Daily with Meg Hunter-Kilmer

September 8th, 2021  |  Season 12  |  31 mins 9 secs

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Author and itinerant missionary Meg Hunter-Kilmer says daily reading of Scripture inspires a greater appreciation of Church tradition and a more robust understanding of Christ. Hunter-Kilmer has shared her reflections on daily Scripture on Instagram for two years. She explains how her life of faith has been changed by using the Bible as an anchor of her daily prayer.

The Jewish Roots of the Old Testament with Andrew Glicksman

September 5th, 2021  |  Season 12  |  33 mins 5 secs

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Andrew Glicksman, chairman of the theology department at the University of Dallas, discusses his love of the Old Testament and explains how studying the sacred text brings about a greater appreciation for the New Testament and the story of Jesus.

Why Scripture Matters and Why It is Not Optional with Mark Hart

September 1st, 2021  |  Season 12  |  30 mins 39 secs

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Mark Hart began sharing scripture reflections with teens in his youth group in the mid-1990s. Now "The Bible Geek" is executive vice president of Life Teen International and travels the world sharing his passion for God's Word. Hart offers encouragement for those who want to meet Jesus through the Bible and tips for becoming a better reader of scripture.