December 14, 2025 - 3rd Sunday of Advent

Fr. Rob Howe uses an unforgettable—and very Michigan—image to explore the spiritual life: the difference between a slow-cooked venison neck roast and a microwave meal. Through humor and everyday experience, he reflects on our human impatience and our desire for instant results, especially when it comes to faith and prayer. Drawing from Scripture, he reminds us that God’s greatest works unfold in God’s time, not ours. From the centuries-long preparation for Christ’s coming to the early Church’s longing for Jesus’ return, the message is clear: what is formed slowly, with trust and perseverance, is richer, deeper, and far more nourishing than anything rushed. This episode invites us to let go of microwave faith and embrace the grace of waiting—trusting that God is always at work, even when we can’t see immediate results.