This is one of the best studies I have purchased and gone through. It is well organized and presented well by Dr. Smith. The handout is great and Dr. Smith refers to it frequently. The audio is always very clear. The issues that exist with studies that are recordings of a class aren't in this study; things like, fading audio, empty spaces that happen when the professor is drawing or looking for a passage in the Bible... It seems as if Dr. Smith is presenting to the listener. I will be getting more of Dr. Smith's studies.

Dr. Bergsma came to our parish in Texas years ago and presented the “Bible in an Hour”. I was blown away. I never do this, but I purchased several of his products for sale including this survey of the Old Testament. It took me years – but I have finally gotten through the whole thing. I plan to do it a second time as well. This is good stuff folks.

When we study our faith, we often gather a ton of great information, but we sometimes don’t always see the degree and extent to which all these ideas are interlinked. Dr. Pitre does a great job of tying together all of the information provided to show how we we worship, why we worship and where we get our worship from. This should be required in every RCIA class. Fantastic job!

This subscription to Catholic Productions is amazing. The comprehensive information that we gather from the additional information about the moment in history, civilization and culture Immensely clarify the moment, background and historical accuracies of the readings and gospel.

The Mass Readings Explained is excellent. Dr. Pitre's reflections on the Mass readings always give an exhaustive explanations that help us connect the Old Testament with the New Testament. It makes us understand how the Old is fulfilled in the New even in its subtleties. He presents Scripture in such depth that is understandable even to the ordinary readers. Very useful material in group discussions and reflection using Lectio Divina.

Dr Pitre's videos are so easy to follow and deep at the same time. We watch them to prepare our hearts to the Mass. Even the Second Readings are in more detail now. We have more understanding of the Liturgical Year and the connections between the First reading and the Gospel. His quotes from the Church Father and his personal life experience are powerful too. The website is all set up to download everything he says in writing and a file with more detailed reflections and questions. Our hearts have been opening to God more and more the more we discover these hidden treasures. God bless

Brant Pitre is a blessing to the Church!! I have learned so much from his teaching. As a Faith Formation Director, I promote him to my catechists, use his material in RCIA, Faith Formation, Mens Group, and adult Catechesis classes. This teaching on the Eucharist will help you understand what you are receiving at Mass in a much deeper way! I highly recommend this teaching and any of Brant Pitre’s teachings.

I cannot begin to know where to start with the praises of Dr Brant Pitre and his Mass Readings Explained video series. My Wife and I make it a point to listen to the videos multiple times before Sunday Mass so we can soak in the scripture readings with more insights. I hope and pray Dr Pitre will make a book from the transcripts and study guide notes…. Please!

I have many of Dr. Pitre’s talks and classes on MP3, and they are all wonderful! But this one is the best so far in terms of personal impact! I actually look forward to my daily commute to work so that I can listen! Highly recommended!

I have been ordering books, Bible studies, mass explanations, and e-videos from Catholic Productions for about 2 years now. Everything I have ordered from this company has been exceptionally well done! I highly recommend them to anyone wanting to learn more about our faith. I converted about 35 years ago but didn't fall in love with the Catholic Church until I stumbled across Catholic Productions. They produce the highest quality of work and present some of the best Catholic speakers I have ever seen.

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Firstly, high quality instruction. You would pay $$$ to go to a seminary where this quality of teaching would be found; moreover, most lay people would never have that opportunity. So this is an amazing treasure to have access to, regardless of cost.

Secondly, about 30-40% of this course defends the integrity of Scripture. This, alone, is so key.

Thirdly, Dr. Pitre has such a clear love for this topic. That makes his lectures, especially on this topic, very engaging.

The number of commentaries that have been written on the Book of Romans can be overwhelming for someone approaching the letter for serious study for the first time. Dr. Pitre's study is a wonderful introduction to this most influential letter of St. Paul's. His approach is not only insightful and full of depth but is not directed towards only a scholarly audience; it is not unlike an experienced teacher sitting down with a student one on one and "talking a walk" through Romans side by side. I would love to see more studies like this one on individual books of the New Testament - highly recommended!

What I have read so far of Dr Pitre’s book it’s excellent, just like all his other books I have purchased! I love the way he writes as if he is standing right in front of me! He makes his books easier to read and doesn’t try to talk over your head! I have learned & understood so much of my Catholic faith because of his books, CD’s and DVD’s! Thank you Dr Pitre

This is tremendous. I am a Franciscan priest, ordained for nearly thirty years, and I never knew, or took the time to know, the depth and beauty of Palm Sunday and the days of Holy Week. Thank you so much. Fr. Jim