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Dr. Scott Powell and Kate Olivera discuss the readings for the Thirteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time, focusing on Elisha's promise and Jesus' first mention of the cross.

Dr. Scott Powell and Kate Olivera look ahead to the readings for the Thirteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time— including Elisha’s promise to a benefactor and Jesus’ first mention of the cross in the Gospel of Matthew. This episode is sponsored by the 2026 Amazing Parish Leadership Summit. This August, join leaders like you from across the Church for three days of inspiration, encouragement and equipping. Learn more at amazingparish.org/pillar Already read the readings? Skip ahead to 6:30. Reading 1 - 2 Kings 4: 8-11, 14-16a Psalm 89: 2-3, 16-17, 18-19 Reading 2 - Romans 6: 3-4, 8-11 Gospel - Matthew 10: 37-42 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.pillarcatholic.com/subscribe

People in this episode

Host: Dr. Scott Powell

Guest: Kate Olivera

Topics covered

• Bible readings
• Christian teachings
• Elisha's promise
• Jesus' teachings
• Ordinary Time
• spiritual growth

Keywords

• Thirteenth Sunday
• Elisha
• Jesus
• cross
• Bible study
• spirituality
• Christianity
• 2 Kings
• Romans
• Matthew

Sponsors

Amazing Parish Leadership Summit

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Gospel of Matthew, 2 Kings, Romans

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