Wadi Cherith
Pope Francis- A Joyful Reflection
Send us a text On March 13, 2013, the world watched as Cardinal Jorge Bergoglio stepped onto the balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica, clothed simply in a white cassock and stole, setting aside much of the traditional papal regalia. In that moment, he was introduced to the world as Pope Francis. Over the past twelve years, our Bishop of Rome has guided us with a message rooted in joy, humility, and discipleship, teaching us what it means to live as the People of God. Join us as we reflect on our m...
"A Year Acceptable to the Lord"- Jubilee Years in the Bible and in the Church
Send us a text 2025 is a Jubilee Year in the Catholic Church with the theme "Pilgrims of Hope". The concept of a Jubilee Year comes from the very beginning of Sacred Scripture in the Book of Leviticus. In our examination of this ancient and new idea in our faith we will look at ideas like redemption, reconciliation, and how this revolutionary concept of a year of Sabbath rest, restoration of property, and liberation for those bound by slavery or poverty played out in the history of Israel and...
It's a Wonderful Life- A Christmas Episode
Send us a text Today we discuss our thoughts on the 1946 Christmas classic, It's a Wonderful Life. You've known George Bailey your entire life, but what can he teach you about responding to the movement of the Holy Spirit within you, duty, family, and angels that appear as talking galaxies? Join us as we once again try to force theology into a movie everyone was just trying to enjoy. Be sure to follow and review! Merry Christmas! Intro music provided by Holly Serio
Proclaiming the Word- A Reflection on Preaching
Send us a text "St. Paul preached and people rioted. I preach and they give me tea." -N.T. Wright We've all heard good homilies and we've heard bad homilies. Have you ever wondered what a priest is thinking while he's preaching? This week's episode of Wadi Cherith is a little different in tone. Instead of diving into a theological or cultural topic, we will be discussing our experience of preaching the Word of God. Join us as we use Aristotle's classic modes of persuasion (Ethos, Path...
Our Song to God- The Poetic Power of the Psalms
Send us a text The Psalms are more than mere words; they are a transformative force in our lives. From personal anguish to shared hope, these texts channel our raw emotions into prayer, offering a space for reflection and empathy. Enrich your understanding of how the Psalms, memorized and recited by Jesus, provide a bridge to a wider human experience and connect us to a rich spiritual tradition. We invite you to explore their poetic power and find comfort, unity, and a profound way to communi...
Shrewd as Serpents- Snakes and Symbolism
Send us a text "Why did it have to be snakes?!" -Indiana Jones, Ph.D. From the Garden of Eden, to the desert, to first-century Jerusalem, serpents appear over and over again in scripture. While snakes are often considered a universally evil symbol, the reality is more ambiguous and complex. Join us as we discuss the use of symbolism in understanding the intricacies of our Faith. Intro music provided by Holly Serio
Babel and Pentecost- The Importance of Language
Send us a text Learning a new language is one of the most challenging and rewarding endeavors a person can undertake. Join us as we discuss what the Bible says about language, what we can learn by studying a new language, and how ancient language plays a role in the way we understand our Faith. Intro music provided by Holly Serio
Song of Songs- A Love Story
Send us a text This is not a podcast for the faint of heart. Song of Songs is a controversial, passionate, and "earthy" book of the Bible which explores both human and divine love. Join us as we walk with King Solomon, St. Bernard of Clairvaux, St. Teresa of Avila, and some of your favorite popes in exploring romantic love in this beautiful corner of sacred scripture. Intro music provided by Holly Serio
Barbie and Oppenheimer- Theological Blockbusters
Send us a text The cultural phenomenon Barbenheimer took the movie world by storm during the summer of 2023. As both films gear up for the Oscars, we discuss surprisingly convergent theological themes like faith's intersection with physics, the reality of death, and the search for meaning and identity in these two hit movies. Warning-spoilers. This episode was recorded live for Theology on Tap in the Diocese of Scranton at Sabbatini's Bottle Shop in Exeter, PA on January 25, 2024. Intr...
The Star of Bethlehem- A Christmas Episode
Send us a text Two thousand years ago something happened in the night sky that inspired stargazers from the east to find a mighty king who had been born in Israel. For centuries astronomers and theologians alike have attempted to discover just what those wise men saw. Join us as we explore the meaning behind the Star of Bethlehem that led the Magi to the newborn Christ in Matthew's Gospel. For more information look up The Star of Bethlehem by Michael R. Molnar Have a Merry Christmas ...
“Nada te turbe”- St. Teresa of Ávila and the Spanish Inquisition
Send us a text "Let nothing disturb you"-- That is St. Teresa of Avila's advice to anyone who desires to grow in their relationship with God. Join us today as we discuss this holy woman and doctor of the Church who pushed the boundaries of theology and spirituality during the height of the Spanish Inquisition. In this episode, we discuss some misconceptions about the Spanish Inquisition (it was still bad, but not for the reasons you think it was!), the great insights we can receive from St. ...
Harry Potter- The Moral Life at Hogwarts
Send us a text For this year's Halloween episode we are joined by guest host Fr. Pat Arensberg as we discuss the popular book and movie series, Harry Potter. Join us as we discuss the use of magic in literature, our sense of uniqueness in the spiritual life, sacrifice, and complex moral characters. Intro music provided by Holly Serio
"In the beginning..."- Creation Stories in Genesis
Send us a text Fr. Alex Roche and Fr. Anthony Dill discuss and debate the creation stories in Genesis. Evolution, Creationism, God’s Providence, Enlightenment Deism, human agency, work, loneliness, selfishness, boundaries, and love will all be mentioned in this conversation. This episode is part of an 8-part series of educational and theological talks on our role as stewards of God’s Creation, provided by the Diocese of Harrisburg. It was recorded in front of a live audience at Holy Sp...
Radiant Darkness- The Beauty of Negative Theology
Send us a text This podcast focuses on seeing God in unexpected places, but today we discuss an essential theological concept- "apophatic" or "negative theology". Following the thought of great theologians like St. Gregory of Nyssa, Pseudo-Dionysius, and St. Maximus the Confessor, we discuss God's transcendence and unknowability. Join us to discover what this ancient theology can teach us about prayer, discernment, and humility. Intro music provided by Holly Serio
In the Belly of a Fish - Jonah and Mercy
Send us a text Wadi Cherith is back, and we're here to discuss the Book of the Prophet Jonah. Join us as we discuss mercy and hypocrisy, death and resurrection, fish and mammals, all in this short but powerful book. Intro music provided by Holly Serio
The Dream of the 90s is Alive- The Theology of a Decade
Send us a text Join us to discuss our favorite decade. Stone Temple Pilots, girl altar servers, OJ Simpson, and more. "Don't have a cow, man" Intro music provided by Holly Serio
A Christmas Carol- A Christmas Episode
Send us a text Scrooge, Marley, Tiny Tim, Fozzy the Bear, and Billy Murray! If you love Christmas, you'll join us for this special holiday episode as we discuss the theology of Charles Dickens' beloved story, A Christmas Carol. "Merry Christmas to us all; God bless us, every one!" Intro music provided by Holly Serio
Short "Scary" Story- Halloween Imagination Followup
Send us a text Join us as we try a new Halloween tradition, trying to take turns creating and narrating a scary short story. Intro music provided by Holly Serio
"The Hope of Salvation"- First Thessalonians and Early Christianity
Send us a text Join us as we discuss the ins and outs of the very first book written in the New Testament, St. Paul's First Letter to the Thessalonians. Intro music provided by Holly Serio
Growing Peas in the Monastery - Reflections on Gregor Mendel
Send us a text Join us for another trip to the 19th century to look at the vocation and work of the Father of Genetics, Gregor Mendel. Intro music provided by Holly Serio
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