# Council of Catholic Men Catechism and Bible Study 2026 March 18

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Podcast: [Council of Catholic Men: Catechism and Bible Study of the Catholic Church](https://stenobird.com/podcast/council-of-catholic-men-catechism-and-bible-study-of-the-catholic-church-7443578)
Published: 2026-03-19T00:53:16+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode of Council of Catholic Men is a study of James 3 on the power and perils of the tongue, contrasting earthly ambition with the meekness of heavenly wisdom. We reflect on James’s vivid images—the bit, the rudder, and the spark—and consider how small words can build up or destroy, urging brotherhood over mastery, peace over contention, and humility over envy. The opening warning, “Be not many masters,” to Matthew 23:8, emphasizes our call to be servants and peacemakers whose speech flows from purity, mercy, and sincerity. We then turn to St. Peter Canisius’s Large Catechism on the Creed’s fourth article—Christ suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried—walking through a rich tapestry of Scripture (John, Matthew, Luke, Acts, Isaiah, Wisdom, Hebrews, Philippians, Romans, Revelation, and more). We contemplate Christ’s willing passion, his obedience unto death, and the continual consolation and cleansing flowing from his Blood, Cross, and Resurrection, calling us to suffer and be glorified with him. Finally, the powerful martyrdom of St. Basil of Ancyra, whose fearless confession before Emperor Julian the Apostate exemplifies steadfast faith, bold charity, and ultimate trust in the King of kings. We close with prayer and a reminder to live as brothers who make peace and speak life.

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