What Catholics Believe About Leisure: The Bible & True Rest
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10-Dec-2025
What is true leisure, and why does it matter for Christians today? In this episode of What Catholics Believe, Fr. Nathan Cromly answers some of the internet’s most asked questions about leisure. Discover how the Bible speaks about leisure, whether Jesus enjoyed leisure, how to avoid laziness, and how Catholics can better use their free time to grow closer to God.
00:18 What is leisure?
01:10 Is leisure the same as laziness?
01:42 Is leisure necessary?
02:20 What does the Bible say about leisure?
03:07 Did Jesus participate in leisure activities?
04:08 Do priest value leisure?
04:57 What should I avoid in leisure?
05:48 How can I better participate in leisure?
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