Humor - The Inner Life - November 11, 2024

Father John Paul Erickson joins Patrick to discuss Humor and the Spiritual Life (3:04) What is the purpose of laughter in scripture? John - Joke: Kind of fruit they took on Noah's Ark (12:43) Benito - Joke:  Atheist who can do whatever he wants (20:51) Break 1 Father Tom – shares some jokes. You decide whether they are good or bad. (28:34) Dean - Humor is critical especially when life is difficult. Also, joke to share. Patrick - Morality of humor.  My experience at a nursing facility and how humor can be helpful there. Crucifixion, resurrection...in what sense can that be viewed as a joke on the devil?  Death turned into victory and glory. (34:35) Mary - St Bernard said no humor ever came from the devil (37:23) Break 2 Marty – shares a joke about a deacon Nancy – shares a joke about lighting candles. (45:23) Kathy - Close to retirement. My grandmother told me a valuable lesson about humor...that it always be kind. Bob – Bob shares a joke about cheese Jake – shares a joke which his dad would share