Best Bishopburbidge Podcasts (2025)

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They may all be one - One Minute With Bishop Burbidge 0:58

2d ago0:58

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Jesus prayed, “that they may all be one.” It is a prayer that still echoes today—for our families, our communities, and our world so often marked by division. What if we made our Lord’s prayer our mission? May we let go of bitterness, harsh judgment, and the need to always be right. Instead, may we choose charity. May we forgive one another, listen…

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Texas flash floods, ‘Big Beautiful Bill,’ Natural Family Planning, and more #158 26:25

4d ago26:25

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On this episode, Bishop Burbidge speaks on:  Prayer and Aid for Victims of Texas Flash Floods, opening with prayers for all impacted by the devastating flash floods in central Texas. Big Beautiful Bill, and the elimination of the Johnson Amendment offering brief comments on areas we can commend — including sharing the USCCB’s strong advocacy for up…

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Work/Life Balance - One Minute With Bishop Burbidge 0:59

9d ago0:59

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Summer offers many of us a rare gift—time to step back, slow down, and find balance. Work is important, but so is rest. These longer days are a chance to be present—to share a meal with family, laugh with friends, play with your children, and simply enjoy the gift of those around you. Use this season to renew not just your body, but your spirit. Go…

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Independence Day - One Minute With Bishop Burbidge 0:59

15d ago0:59

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As we celebrate Independence Day, we give thanks for the blessings of liberty and for all those—past and present—who have courageously defended our freedoms at great personal cost. The Fourth of July is a joyful time to gather with loved ones, to reflect on our shared values, and to renew our commitment to what it means to be truly free. Authentic …

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Special Episode | Voices from WorkCamp 34:21

15d ago34:21

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Bishop Michael Burbidge, Tom Shakely, Kevin Bohli and several WorkCampers describe their experience at the annual service week hosted by the Diocese of Arlington's Office of Youth, Campus and Young Adult Ministry. Hear how their lives are being changed as they serve those in most need. Listen to the full episode at: https://www.arlingtondiocese.org…

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Live from WorkCamp, serving our neighbors in hope #157 41:16

20d ago41:16

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On this episode, Bishop Burbidge:  Encourages us to pray fervently for peace in the world, especially in Israel, Gaza, Ukraine, and Iran Invites us to renew our efforts to locally and nationally advocate for constitutional justice for all persons, especially the vulnerable, as we observe the 3rd anniversary of the Dobbs decision which reversed Roe …

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Religious Freedom Week - One Minute With Bishop Burbidge 1:00

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As we observe Religious Freedom Week, we are reminded that religious liberty allows us to live our faith openly, to serve others with compassion, and to speak the truth with love in the public square. Religious freedom protects our ability to stand for the life and dignity of every human person. Religious freedom ensures that ministries, schools, a…

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Time is limited, use it wisely - One Minute With Bishop Burbidge 0:59

30d ago0:59

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So often we hear, “I will do it when I have more time.” But time is limited—and that is what makes it so precious. We are called to use it wisely, not just for ourselves, but for others. No matter how busy life becomes, the Gospel reminds us of our mandate: love your neighbor. That love is often shown through the gift of time—being attentive, prese…

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Father's Day - One Minute With Bishop Burbidge 1:01

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On Father’s Day we honor all the men who lead, protect, and love with courage, strength, and heroic commitment. A father’s bond is powerful—marked by presence, sacrifice, and unconditional love. Fathers are examples to their families: guiding their families by their wisdom, uplifting their families by their encouragement, modeling humility by striv…

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Graduation- One Minute With Bishop Burbidge 0:59

1M ago0:59

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It is graduation season—a time to celebrate the achievements of all our young people. Across our communities, diplomas are in hand, photos are being taken, and caps are soaring in the air—marking a joyful and momentous time for students and their families. Now that one chapter is ending, many young people will ask themselves: How should next chapte…

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Responding to tragedy, learning from Pope Leo, celebrating graduates, ordinandi and more! #156 25:31

2M ago25:31

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On this episode, Bishop Burbidge: Responds to the tragic killing of two young Israeli Embassy staffers in Washington, D.C. and calls all to prayer and peace. Shares early impressions of Pope Leo XIV and the spiritual tone he has set in his first weeks as Holy Father. Emphasizes the importance of the Catholic Communications Campaign, which supports …

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Memorial Day - One Minute With Bishop Burbidge 0:59

2M ago0:59

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Memorial Day marks the unofficial start of summer, and many families will gather for celebration, rest, and time together. But at the heart of this day is a solemn and sacred remembrance—the sacrifice of the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our nation. The courage of all those who have laid down their lives for us reminds us t…

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Mental Health Awareness Month - One Minute With Bishop Burbidge 0:59

2M ago0:59

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May is Mental Health Awareness Month. I invite you to reflect its national theme this year: Community. Saint Paul reminds us that we are one body in Christ. When someone we love suffers, we suffer too. Mental health struggles can feel isolating, but hope and healing are truly possible, especially when we entrust ourselves to Gods infinite love and …

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Welcoming Pope Leo XIV #155 16:58

2M ago16:58

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On this episode, Bishop Burbidge shares what he has in common with Pope Leo XIV, what he has learned about the Holy Father and heard from the faithful of the diocese since our new pope was elected. He also offers a pastoral reflection on what inspiration we can glean from this papal election.

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A Call to Grace and Mercy - One Minute With Bishop Burbidge 0:59

2M ago0:59

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What if love, not hate, was our first response? What if we prayed for those who hurt us, gave without holding back, and showed mercy instead of judgment? Jesus said: “Love your enemies. Pray for those who mistreat you. Give to everyone who asks of you. Stop judging. Stop condemning. Be merciful.” Imagine the transformation—our homes filled with pea…

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Habemus Papam! Bishop Michael Burbidge Reflects on the Election of Pope Leo XIV 1:40

2M ago1:40

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"With profound gratitude to Almighty God, I join the universal Church in thanksgiving for Pope Leo XIV. As the Bishop of Rome and Successor of Saint Peter, our Holy Father is for the entire world the visible principle of Christian unity. I encourage everyone in our families, parishes and schools to offer prayers, sacrifices and works of charity for…

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Conclave, Washington state targets confession, upholding religious liberty, and more #154 18:37

2M ago18:37

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On this episode, Bishop Burbidge: Invites the faithful to pray for the cardinals as they enter the Conclave Reacts to the “Pope Trump” meme posted by the White House over the weekend Applauds Governor Youngkin for vetoing dangerous legislation that threatened life, religious liberty, and parental rights while expressing deep concern over the govern…

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Mother’s Day - One Minute With Bishop Burbidge 0:59

2M ago0:59

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This Sunday, as we celebrate Mother’s Day, we honor the women who have given us life, love, and the courage to grow. Mothers, godmothers, and spiritual mothers reflect the very heart of God—nurturing life, forming souls, and offering love that is selfless, steadfast, and strong. In their sacrifices, we see the Cross. In their tenderness, the love o…

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703-778-9100 | Call or Text our Holy Year of Hope Hotline! 1:04

3M ago1:04

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Want to share an inspiring message of hope? Call or text us at 703-778-9100! This Holy Year, Bishop Burbidge is encouraging us to be mindful of the many signs of hope around us and to share that hope with others. By calling the Holy Year Hope Hotline you can share your story and the gift of hope with listeners throughout our diocese.…

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Spring a Season of Renewal and Grace - One Minute With Bishop Burbidge 0:59

3M ago0:59

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As spring begins, we welcome a season of new life and fresh beginnings—both in nature and in our hearts. The blooming flowers, fresh air, and longer days remind us of God’s beauty and grace, calling us to pause, give thanks, and embrace His creation with joy, and may renew our promise to be good stewards of this gift. Just as nature awakens after t…

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BONUS: Remembering Pope Francis 22:02

3M ago22:02

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On this special episode, Bishop Burbidge and diocesan Chancellor Msgr. Paul deLadurantaye: Share personal memories with the Holy Father in Rome Discuss his legacy as the 266th pope of the Roman Catholic Church Explain what is happening in the days leading up to the Holy Father’s funeral, and what happens afterwards to elect his successor Offers tho…

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Child Abuse Prevention Month - One Minute With Bishop Burbidge 0:59

3M ago0:59

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Children are precious gifts—in whom the Lord lives and dwells. They smile, they dream, they teach us how to love with open hearts and childlike trust. But not every child knows safety. Abuse leaves scars that can last a lifetime—wounds that silence joy and steal hope. April is Child Abuse Prevention Month—an opportunity to renew our sacred commitme…

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Holy Week - Easter - One Minute With Bishop Burbidge 1:00

3M ago1:00

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This week, Christians around the world enter the sacred days of Holy Week. On Good Friday, we remember the Cross—where Jesus gave His life out of love for each one of us. Unite your sufferings to his and you will find the strength you need to carry your cross. But the story doesn’t end there. Easter Sunday bursts forth with light and life—celebrati…

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Holy Year Tour, Virginia March for Life, Project Rachel, and more! #152 23:17

3M ago23:17

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 On this week's episode, Bishop Burbidge: Congratulates Brian from Nativity Parish in Burke for completing the Holy Year Tour Reflects on the inspiring unity seen at the Virginia March for Life in Richmond on April 2; hear from him and other members of the diocesan faithful in this recap video Highlights the importance of the Project Rachel ministr…

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Palm Sunday - One Minute with Bishop Burbidge 1:01

3M ago1:01

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Palm Sunday marks the beginning of Holy Week, a time of deep reflection as we journey toward Easter. On this sacred day, we recall Jesus’ triumphant entry into Jerusalem, where crowds welcomed Him with palm branches, proclaiming, “Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord!” As we hold our palms, we remember that Christ’s path to glory was one…

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Living the Virtues - One Minute with Bishop Burbidge 1:01

4M ago1:01

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Lent is a sacred season of penance, sacrifice, and renewal—a time to grow in virtue as we draw closer to Christ. The four cardinal virtues—prudence, justice, temperance, and fortitude—guide our Lenten journey and daily lives. Prudence calls us to make wise choices, discerning God’s will in every moment. Justiceleads us to act with fairness, love, a…

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Season of Hope - One Minute with Bishop Burbidge 1:01

4M ago1:01

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The Evil One wants us to feel overwhelmed by the immense suffering and need around us, tempting us to believe that our efforts are too small to make a difference. But Jesus assures us that he will transform, even the smallest offering—our “loaves and fish”—in miraculous ways. Every act of charity, no matter how small, has the power to uplift a hear…

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Theology on Tap turns 25, a day to unplug, age for Confirmation, and more! #151 27:21

4M ago27:21

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 On this week's episode, Bishop Burbidge: Updates on the Holy Father’s continued healing from pneumonia, including his concelebration of Mass in the hospital’s chapel Explains how the diocesan-wide Light Is On initiative invites all to confession and why reconciliation is essential for deepening our faith Celebrates 25 years of Theology on Tap – hi…

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Honoring St. Joseph - One Minute with Bishop Burbidge 1:01

4M ago1:01

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During the season Lent, we take a moment to honor the life of St. Joseph—a man of integrity, humility, and steadfast faith. As the earthly father of Jesus, he embraced his role with love and trust, guiding and protecting his family with quiet strength while surrendering to a plan greater than his own. His example inspires all of us—no matter our jo…

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Perseverance in Prayer - One Minute with Bishop Burbidge 1:01

4M ago1:01

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When Jesus healed the woman who suffered for twelve years, He showed us that God’s timing is often different from our own. God’s time is not our time. Yet, His answer always comes at what seems the perfect moment, when we least expect it, and in ways beyond our understanding. Prayer requires patience and perseverance. At times, we may feel unheard …

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Praying for Pope Francis, opportunities to explore, learn faith, and more! #150 21:49

4M ago21:49

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On this week's episode, Bishop Burbidge: Reflects on the Walk Humbly episode #150 and its journey Encourages the faithful to continue praying for Pope Francis Reflects on the installation of Cardinal Robert McElroy as the eighth Archbishop of Washington Highlights the 2025 Peace and Justice Conference, which will explore the intersection of faith, …

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Ash Wednesday - One Minute with Bishop Burbidge 1:01

4M ago1:01

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Lent is here— a time to prepare as we embark on a sacred season of repentance, renewal, and spiritual growth. It is a time to draw closer to God, deepen our relationship with him, and strive to become the people he calls us to be. Through prayer, fasting, and almsgiving, Lent invites us to realign our hearts with God’s will. Prayer strengthens our …

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Relying on Jesus - One Minute with Bishop Burbidge 1:01

5M ago1:01

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Life often feels heavy with challenges and crosses to bear, but Jesus offers us a promise: “Take my yoke upon you… For my yoke is easy, and my burden light.” Our Lord invites us to shift our reliance from our own strength to trusting fully in Jesus and remind us that we are never alone. When we surrender our struggles to him and embrace his grace, …

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Executive order on IVF, Lent ahead, the Light is On, and more! #149 27:35

5M ago27:35

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 On this week's episode, Bishop Burbidge: Encourages continued prayers for Pope Francis, who is recovering from pneumonia Recaps the Catholic Charities Ball earlier this month where a record-breaking $1.7+ million was raised which directly supports ministries within our diocese Shares about his recent pastoral visit to his spiritual sons in formati…

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Charitable Work - One Minute with Bishop Burbidge 1:01

5M ago1:01

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The Lord calls us to bring generosity and care into the world through our example, service and witness. These words of Christ call us to action, reminding us that charity is more than giving—it is living selflessly and compassionately in our daily lives. Through charitable works, we can lift those around us—supporting families in need, comforting t…

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A journey of dedication, training, and perseverance - One Minute with Bishop Burbidge 1:01

5M ago1:01

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Life is like preparing for the ultimate championship — a journey of dedication, training, and perseverance. Just as athletes give their all to prepare for the big game, we are called to invest time and effort into our relationship with Jesus. The ultimate victory happens gradually. It requires discipline, focus, and unwavering commitment, just like…

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Carta pastoral del Obispo Burbidge sobre la Familia Cristiana, la Fecundación In Vitro y el Testimonio Heroico del Amor Verdadero 30:04

5M ago30:04

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El Obispo Burbidge, tras discernir en oración y consultar con expertos en bioética y medicina, promulga una nueva carta pastoral sobre «La Familia Cristiana, la Fecundación In Vitro y el Testimonio Heroico del Amor Verdadero». La carta pastoral es tanto un recurso educativo para aquellos que buscan aprender más acerca de lo que la Iglesia Católica …

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Tragic air collision, immigration, a pastoral letter on IVF, and more! #148 35:41

6M ago35:41

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 On this week's episode, Bishop Burbidge: Shares his prayers following the tragic air collision that claimed 67 lives over the Potomac River near Reagan National Airport; read his statement Summarizes his pastoral statement on American immigration law, emphasizing the Catholic imperative to uphold both human dignity and the common good; read his st…

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Replace the Anger, Imitate Jesus - One Minute With Bishop Burbidge 1:01

6M ago1:01

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At some point over the past few decades in our national life as Americans, we somehow stopped really speaking with each other. Rather, we started talking over each other and at times even screaming at each other. We see more frequently that quiet conversation, courtesy, and politeness having been displaced by angry tones, rants, and bitter words. W…

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Bishop Burbidge's Pastoral Letter on The Christian Family, In Vitro Fertilization, & Heroic Witness to True Love 30:29

6M ago30:29

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Bishop Burbidge, upon prayerful discernment and consultation with experts in bioethics and medicine, is promulgating a new pastoral letter on “The Christian Family, In Vitro Fertilization, and Heroic Witness to True Love”. The pastoral letter is both an educational resource for those seeking to learn more about what the Catholic Church teaches on t…

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MLK, Jr. - One Minute With Bishop Burbidge 1:01

6M ago1:01

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This week as we observe Martin Luther King. Jr. Day, we recall his courage, conviction, and powerful message of a United States where all enjoy the blessings of true liberty and justice. As we were reminded in his I Have a Dream Speech, “We cannot walk alone. And as we walk, we must make the pledge that we shall always march ahead. We cannot turn b…

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Holy Year 2025, Life Fest, Virginia Pro-Life Day, Catholic Schools Week, and more! #147 22:50

6M ago22:50

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On this week's episode, Bishop Burbidge: Asks us to entrust those who are suffering from the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles to Jesus Recaps the Solemn Opening for the Holy Year at the Cathedral of Saint Thomas More and offers ways to make the Holy Year special Learn more about making a pious visit to a holy year site Share your message of hop…

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The Value of Life - One Minute With Bishop Burbidge 1:01

6M ago1:01

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Too often we view images over the airwaves of children and adults suffering from the ravages of war or conflict and violence in our own streets. What should be abhorrent has tragically become routine. Where there should be celebrations of life there is sometimes hopelessness. Jesus calls each of us to respect the gift of life inherent in every pers…

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Poverty Awareness Month - One Minute With Bishop Burbidge 1:01

6M ago1:01

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January is Poverty Awareness Month. So many of us are blessed to be emerging from a Christmas season enjoying a warm home and an abundance of good fellowship and celebration. Yet tragically, more than 37 million Americans live in poverty. More than 1.5 million children experience homelessness each year. We can do our part to alleviate poverty in ou…

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A Resolution That Will Last - One Minute With Bishop Burbidge 1:01

7M ago1:01

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A new year brings new opportunities, new ways of looking at things and, perhaps, new challenges. We make resolutions, promise ourselves that this will be the year we keep them, but we all know that in a week, a month, or if we are fortunate, maybe longer, we will often fall short of our goals. We may have good intentions, convinced we have learned …

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Christmas - One Minute with Bishop Burbidge 1:01

7M ago1:01

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At Christmas, we hear the proclamation: “For unto us a Savior is born who is Christ and Lord.” This good news of great joy is the reason for our renewed faith and hope. In a world experiencing so much unrest, a Savior is born who announces peace, brings glad tidings, and comforts his people. In a nation that is divided, a Savior is born who unites …

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Recapping ‘a year like no other’, previewing Christmas, opening the Holy Year, and more! #146 22:13

7M ago22:13

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On this week's episode, Bishop Burbidge: Shares his plans to visit the Fairfax County Adult Detention Center to celebrate an annual Mass for the incarcerated, affirming God’s call to minister to those who are alone and may feel forgotten Previews two Christmas Eve Masses he will celebrate at the Cathedral of Saint Thomas More at 4 p.m. and 10 p.m. …

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Rejoice! - One Minute with Bishop Burbidge 1:01

7M ago1:01

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Sacred Scripture invites us every year at this time to rejoice always! But even during the Advent season filled with many blessings we may ask: “how is it possible to rejoice always?” We are aware of war and violence throughout our world. We see division and unrest in our nation. Many people are dealing with emotional and mental health issues, incl…

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Notre Dame Cathedral reopens, inspiring Advent resources, upcoming canonizations, and more! #145 22:10

7M ago22:10

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On this week's episode, Bishop Burbidge: Comments on this weekend’s reopening of the Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris Endorses a new video series on lectio divina led by Fr. Jonathan Smith and Fr. Jesus Muñoz Highlights the Church’s Holy Year 2025 ahead and encourages us not only to be pilgrims but messengers of hope Shares his enthusiasm for the anno…

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We Must Decrease - One Minute with Bishop Burbidge 1:01

7M ago1:01

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As Christmas approaches we should remember to take a break; specifically, to think less of ourselves and what we want, and more about others. Look out for those you love and know who may be having some difficulties at this time of year, especially those who are may be overwhelmed or alone. Give them what they need most: your time and listening ear.…

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