Shawn The Baptist Live

Episodes

1. 41

   Holy Saturday Preview

   Fr. Shawn discusses Holy Saturday, the Easter Vigil, and the season of Easter The post Holy Saturday Preview appeared first on Shawn The Baptist.

   Apr 16, 2022
2. 40

   Good Friday Preview

   Fr. Shawn walks through the liturgy and spirituality of this strange day we call "Good." The post Good Friday Preview appeared first on Shawn The Baptist.

   Apr 15, 2022
3. 39

   Holy Thursday Preview

   Fr. Shawn walks through the liturgy and spirituality of the first day of the Sacred Triduum The post Holy Thursday Preview appeared first on Shawn The Baptist.

   Apr 14, 2022
4. 38

   Snow Day Special

   It's a snow day in Kansas City so Fr. Shawn hosted a live show to talk about getting ready for Lent and other questions from viewers. The post Snow Day Special appeared first on Shawn The Baptist.

   Feb 17, 2022
5. 37

   Christmas Carols – The Story Behind the Music

   We love to sing carols at Christmas. But have you ever wondered what some of those strange lyrics are all about? Fr. Shawn conducts a merry little sing-along and reveals the story behind the music. The post Christmas Carols – The Story Behind the Music appeared first on Shawn The Baptist.

   Dec 17, 2021
6. 36

   Let It Be

   No nativity scene would be complete without Mary and Joseph. We conclude these 40 hours with the two who were most prepared to receive Jesus. The post Let It Be appeared first on Shawn The Baptist.

   Dec 15, 2021
7. 35

   Not to Be Missed

   When Jesus came the first time, many missed it. The shepherds and magi didn't, and they can help us make sure we don't miss out. The post Not to Be Missed appeared first on Shawn The Baptist.

   Dec 15, 2021
8. 34

   My People Do Not Know

   Why is there always an ox and a donkey in every Christmas nativity? Isaiah has the answer and a warning for Catholics. The post My People Do Not Know appeared first on Shawn The Baptist.

   Dec 14, 2021
9. 33

   Praying With the Church Through Advent

   There are three people you have to know to have a good Advent leading to a great Christmas. I introduce them in a talk I gave today to the liturgical ministers at St. Patrick for their day of reflection. The post Praying With the Church Through Advent appeared first on Shawn The Baptist.

   Dec 5, 2021
10. 32

    Back to Philmont

    I will be spending the month of June in New Mexico at Philmont Scout Ranch of the Boy Scouts. Tonight I give a little introduction to this special place we call "God's Country." The post Back to Philmont appeared first on Shawn The Baptist.

    Jun 3, 2021
11. 31

    Back in the Pack

    I went backpacking for the first time in 13 years this week. Stories from the woods and more on the Holy Spirit, this week on Shawn The Baptist Live. The post Back in the Pack appeared first on Shawn The Baptist.

    May 27, 2021
12. 30

    All About the Spirit

    Baptism, Confirmation, Pentecost... It's all about the Spirit, but it can also be confusing. Fr. Shawn explains and answers your questions tonight on Shawn The Baptist Live. The post All About the Spirit appeared first on Shawn The Baptist.

    May 20, 2021
13. 29

    Flying the Coop

    Mothers, Ascension, and more. Why it is better that moms (and Jesus) have to go. The post Flying the Coop appeared first on Shawn The Baptist.

    May 13, 2021
14. 28

    Joseph, Philip, and Fathers

    Philip asks Jesus, "Show us the Father." The world needs fathers today and St. Joseph is a beautiful example. The post Joseph, Philip, and Fathers appeared first on Shawn The Baptist.

    May 6, 2021
15. 27

    JPII, De Montfort, and Mary

    St. Louis de Montfort's teaching on True Devotion to Mary inspired St. John Paul II and countless others to give themselves totally to Jesus through Mary. The post JPII, De Montfort, and Mary appeared first on Shawn The Baptist.

    Apr 29, 2021
16. 26

    Saved by Art

    Join Fr. Shawn live tonight at the usual 6:30 time as he discusses how the arts have helped us through the pandemic and, well, just make life better. The post Saved by Art appeared first on Shawn The Baptist.

    Apr 22, 2021
17. 25

    Wounded Glory

    When Jesus appears after his resurrection, he shows his disciples his wounds and says, "Do not be afraid." Jesus isn't afraid of wounds and we shouldn't be either. The post Wounded Glory appeared first on Shawn The Baptist.

    Apr 15, 2021
18. 24

    Holy Saturday Preview

    This is a strange and beautiful day that often gets forgotten. Learn the history and spirituality of Holy Saturday culminating with the great Vigil of Easter. The post Holy Saturday Preview appeared first on Shawn The Baptist.

    Apr 3, 2021
19. 23

    Good Friday Preview

    The worst day in history, that now we call good. Join Fr. Shawn as he discusses the history and spirituality of the practices of Good Friday. The post Good Friday Preview appeared first on Shawn The Baptist.

    Apr 2, 2021
20. 22

    Holy Thursday Preview

    There are three great events celebrated on Holy Thursday. Learn the history of this day and prepare spiritually to celebrate it well. The post Holy Thursday Preview appeared first on Shawn The Baptist.

    Apr 1, 2021
21. 21

    Holy Week Walk

    It's Holy Week and tonight Fr. Shawn gives an overview of the entire week. The post Holy Week Walk appeared first on Shawn The Baptist.

    Apr 1, 2021
22. 20

    Less Than Perfect

    Earthly fathers fail. Spiritual fathers fail. Even St. Joseph failed. Join Fr. Shawn tonight online or in person as he considers the hidden blessings of failure. The post Less Than Perfect appeared first on Shawn The Baptist.

    Mar 25, 2021
23. 19

    A Wee Bit of Ireland

    St. Patrick, Druids, High Kings, Vikings, Normans, English and lots more about Ireland. Wear your green (definitely not orange). The post A Wee Bit of Ireland appeared first on Shawn The Baptist.

    Mar 18, 2021
24. 18

    I Could Spit

    The early church celebration of Lent ended with a naked spitting contest. Now we all do it. Sort of. The post I Could Spit appeared first on Shawn The Baptist.

    Mar 11, 2021
25. 17

    Liturgy Question Box

    Why do we do that at Mass? What does that symbol mean? It's liturgy nerd night. Bring your questions about Mass and worship. The post Liturgy Question Box appeared first on Shawn The Baptist.

    Mar 4, 2021
26. 16

    Pandemic Potpourri

    It's been almost a year of pandemic. What have you learned? What blessings have there been? The post Pandemic Potpourri appeared first on Shawn The Baptist.

    Feb 25, 2021
27. 15

    Rule of Life

    What are the key things you use to order you life? Start with your day. The post Rule of Life appeared first on Shawn The Baptist.

    Feb 11, 2021
28. 14

    Project Chrysalis

    Struggling with grief? Tonight I talk with members of Project Chrysalis, a group founded for those who have experienced the death of a child or grandchild. The post Project Chrysalis appeared first on Shawn The Baptist.

    Jan 28, 2021
29. 13

    Heaven’s Hermits: Something Good

    On the difficult road to heaven, there is much we can learn from the saints who truly left everything. The post Heaven’s Hermits: Something Good appeared first on Shawn The Baptist.

    Jan 21, 2021
30. 12

    Gifts of the Magi

    What can we learn from the mysterious magi who visit Jesus in Bethlehem? The post Gifts of the Magi appeared first on Shawn The Baptist.

    Jan 14, 2021
31. 11

    Have an Epiphany

    Wise men, water, and wine... lot's of wine. All this and more, tonight on Shawn The Baptist Live. The post Have an Epiphany appeared first on Shawn The Baptist.

    Jan 7, 2021
32. 10

    Christmas Movie Night

    Tonight Fr. Shawn shares some of his favorite Christmas movies and discusses the theology behind them. The post Christmas Movie Night appeared first on Shawn The Baptist.

    Dec 31, 2020
33. 9

    Wrapping Advent – Presenting Christmas

    Tonight Fr. Shawn puts a bow on the season of Advent and previews what you need to know about the beginning of Christmas. The post Wrapping Advent – Presenting Christmas appeared first on Shawn The Baptist.

    Dec 24, 2020
34. 8

    Curious Christmas Carols

    We all love Christmas carols, but do you ever wonder what some of those strange lyrics actually mean? Join Fr. Shawn and music director Cindy Bounds for this musical and theological event to find out. The post Curious Christmas Carols appeared first on Shawn The Baptist.

    Dec 18, 2020
35. 7

    Go Go Go Joseph

    What do we know about the husband of Mary and the earthly father of Jesus? The post Go Go Go Joseph appeared first on Shawn The Baptist.

    Dec 17, 2020
36. 6

    Santa Babylon

    Tonight, Fr. Shawn discusses the Babylonian exile and why exile might just be the perfect place to spend Advent. The post Santa Babylon appeared first on Shawn The Baptist.

    Dec 10, 2020
37. 5

    Mary Christmas and More

    Jesus was the son of a virgin and maker of his mother. This and more fun facts about Christmas on STB Live. The post Mary Christmas and More appeared first on Shawn The Baptist.

    Dec 3, 2020
38. 4

    Free Advent Tour

    Where did Advent come from and what do you need to know to get ready for Christmas? The post Free Advent Tour appeared first on Shawn The Baptist.

    Nov 26, 2020
39. 3

    Shawn The Baptist Live 11-18-20

    Juan de Padilla, St. Rose Philippine Duchesne, Bishop John Baptiste Miege, and other Catholic history of Kansas The post Shawn The Baptist Live 11-18-20 appeared first on Shawn The Baptist.

    Nov 19, 2020
40. 2

    Shawn The Baptist Live 11-11-20

    Special Veterans Day episode The post Shawn The Baptist Live 11-11-20 appeared first on Shawn The Baptist.

    Nov 12, 2020
41. 1

    What is a Saint?

    This week on Shawn the Baptist Live I talk about what a saint is and what it takes to be one. I also look… The post What is a Saint? appeared first on Shawn The Baptist.

    Nov 5, 2020