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Ad Jesum per Mariam
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Faith Working Through Love
Faith Working Through Love Today’s homily and Gospel reflection is that true faith must express itself through love. In his Letter to the Galatians, St. Paul explains that we are justified through faith in Jesus Christ, not by merely observing the requirements of the law. Christian freedom,...
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The Love That Begins With Listening
The Love That Begins With Listening In the Gospel of Luke, a woman in the crowd praises Jesus . . . . . . by declaring blessed the womb that bore Him and the breasts that nursed Him. Jesus responds, “Blessed are those who hear the word of God and observe it.” This is not a rejection of praise for...
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Mercy Greater Than Our Past
Mercy Greater Than Our Past In the Gospel of Luke, Jesus receives an invitation to dine at the home of Simon the Pharisee, . . . . . . where a sinful woman approaches Him with profound humility and love. While Simon neglects the customary gestures of hospitality . . . washing Jesus’ feet…
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Glory Beyond the Cross
Glory Beyond the Cross The Transfiguration reveals Jesus’ divine glory . . . . . . and shows that the mountain is a recurring place in Scripture where humanity encounters God. On Mount Tabor, Moses and Elijah appear with Jesus, symbolizing the fulfillment of the Law and the Prophets in Him. The...
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From Seed to Fruit
From Seed to Fruit Today’s Homily goes beyond just a strong reflection on the Parable of the Sower, . . . . . . because it moves beyond simply identifying the four kinds of soil and asks what they reveal about our response to God. The central message is that God scatters His grace generously and...
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Preparing the Heart to Receive God’s Word
Preparing the Heart to Receive God’s Word The Homily reflects on Jesus’ explanation of the Parable of the Sower, . . . . . . drawing attention to the different places where the seed falls: the path, rocky ground, thorns, and fertile soil. While a careful farmer would sow only on good soil, God...
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The Habit of Holy Living
The Habit of Holy Living This Homily reflects on the Gospel’s command, “Do not be afraid,” . . . . . . through the life of St. Benedict, whose fear was not of persecution but of allowing the moral decay of the world to corrupt his soul. Leaving behind the comforts and temptations of Rome…
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The Declaration: An Ideal Worth Living
The Declaration: An Ideal Worth Living The Homily reflects on the 250th anniversary . . . . . . of the Declaration of Independence alongside the celebration of a wedding anniversary, drawing a profound connection between freedom and faithful commitment. The Homily argues that true freedom is not...
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Praying with the Heart: Lessons from the Our Father
Praying with the Heart: Lessons from the Our Father The Homily centers on three important lessons found within the Lord’s Prayer. First, when Christians pray “Our Father,” they acknowledge a profound relationship with God. God is not distant or indifferent but a loving Father who knows His...
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An Adoration and A Special Rosary with Reflections Pilgrimage
An Adoration and A Special Rosary with Reflections Pilgrimage Take a special spiritual pilgrimage and join several dozen pilgrims in Eucharistic Adoration and the praying of the Rosary. Each decade of the Rosary is accompanied by thoughtful reflections designed to deepen your meditation and…
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Storing Up Treasures in Heaven
Storing Up Treasures in Heaven In this Homily, Jesus calls His disciples to store up treasures in heaven rather than on earth. The Homily explains that during biblical times people commonly measured wealth through fine clothing, gold and silver, abundant harvests, honor, and power. Yet all these...
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The Echo of God: Mary’s Praise and the Transformation of the Human Heart
The Echo of God: Mary’s Praise and the Transformation of the Human Heart This conference represents a Marian retreat centered on praying . . . . . . “with Mary, in Mary, through Mary, and for Mary,” emphasizing that the purpose of the day is not primarily intellectual instruction but interior...
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Mary, Mother of the Church
Mary, Mother of the Church Today’s Homily reflects on the Feast of Mary, Mother of the Church, . . . . . . highlighting the Church’s growing recognition of Mary’s unique role in salvation history. The Homily explains that Mary’s motherhood of the Church begins with her “yes” at the Annunciation,...
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Fatima Conference: Five Saturdays of Reparation
Five Saturdays of Reparation This conference explores the rich history, theology, and spiritual meaning behind the Five First Saturdays Devotion . . . . . . associated with Sister Lucia and Our Lady of Fatima. The conference explains that devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary on Saturdays long...
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Childlike Trust and the Path to Holiness
Childlike Trust and the Path to Holiness Today’s homily reflects on the message of Our Lady of Fátima apparitions and its enduring relevance for the modern world. The homily emphasizes that in the midst of the turmoil of 1917, during the First World War, Heaven chose not worldly leaders but three...
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Praying in the Spirit of Christ
Praying in the Spirit of Christ Today’s homily reflects on Jesus’ promise . . . . . . in the Gospel of John that “whatever you ask in my name” will be granted. The homily explains that praying “in Jesus’ name” is not a magical formula or a phrase added to the end of prayer, but rather a way of...
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The Bread That Comes Looking for You
The Bread That Comes Looking for You Today’s Homily reflects on the Gospel discourse of Jesus as the “Bread of Life” . . . . . . alongside the story of the Ethiopian eunuch in the Acts of the Apostles. The central theme is that the true fulfillment of every human longing is found not in places,...
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Christ Walks With Us Through Every Storm
Christ Walks With Us Through Every Storm Today’s Homily reflects on the growth of the early Christian Church and the challenges that accompanied that growth. Drawing from the Acts of the Apostles, the Homily explains how the first Christian community expanded rapidly through the witness of the...
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Transformed by the Light of Christ
Transformed by the Light of Christ The Gospel from Gospel of John emphasizes that true life comes through receiving the Body and Blood of Christ. Jesus teaches that whoever partakes in Him remains united with Him and gains eternal life. The Homily connects this teaching to the dramatic conversion...
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The Lesson of the Basin and Towel
The Lesson of the Basin and Towel Today’s Homily reflects on the Gospel of Gospel of John, . . . . . . focusing on Jesus washing the disciples’ feet at the Last Supper. It highlights three central themes: 1. Remembrance with purpose The readings emphasize not just remembering but living out what…
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From Fear to Faith: Meeting Christ on the Way
From Fear to Faith: Meeting Christ on the Way Today’s Easter Homily centers on the Resurrection as the very foundation of the Christian faith. Drawing from the Gospel of Matthew, the Homily reflects on the experience of Mary Magdalene and the other Mary, who approach the tomb filled with love . .…
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Not Indifference, But Decision: Choosing Christ
Not Indifference, But Decision: Choosing Christ Today’s Homily marks the beginning of Holy Week, . . . . . . emphasizing how the practices of Lent . . . prayer, fasting, and almsgiving . . . prepare us for this sacred time. Drawing from the Gospel of Matthew, the Homily highlights unique details:...
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Lenten Retreat Conf. No. 5: When I Am Lifted Up: The Saving Innocence of Christ
Lenten Retreat Conference No. 5: When I Am Lifted Up: The Saving Innocence of Christ Note: This audio is the fifth Friday Retreat Conference within the Lenten Season. When I Am Lifted Up: The Saving Innocence of Christ This fifth conference within the Lenten Devotional Season . . . . . . explains...
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Do Not Let Your Hearts Be Troubled
Do Not Let Your Hearts Be Troubled Young Adults Retreat with Fr. Bernard Adoration Gospel and Homily, a Q&A Session and a Mass Gospel and Homily The Retreat also featured a Rosary Walk and other activities, which were not recorded. Do Not Let Your Hearts Be Troubled At a young adult retreat . . .…
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Lenten Retreat Conference #4: Conversion at the Well: Change of Heart, Change of Life
Conversion at the Well: Change of Heart, Change of Life The Conference and reflection centers on the Gospel story of Jesus and the Samaritan Woman. The reflection explains that the story reveals two kinds of thirst: the human thirst for meaning, acceptance, and fulfillment, and God’s thirst for...
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Love and The Cross: Why Christ Gave His Life
Love and The Cross: Why Christ Gave His Life Today’s Homily focuses on the Gospel parable of the tenants (Matthew 21:33–46), . . . . . . emphasizing that the foundation of Christ’s sacrifice is God’s love, not simply human sin. The landowner in the parable represents God, who lovingly prepares…
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Lenten Retreat Conf. #3: The Reluctant Prophet: The Frightening Greatness of Mercy
The Reluctant Prophet: The Frightening Greatness of Mercy This conference focuses on the meaning of repentance and God’s mercy during Lent, . . . . . . using the Book of Jonah as a mirror for the human heart. When God calls Jonah to preach repentance to the wicked city of Nineveh, Jonah flees...
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Lenten Retreat Conference #2: From the Roadside to the Roadway: True Freedom of Life and Spirit
From the Roadside to the Roadway: True Freedom of Life and Spirit This Lenten retreat centers on Jesus as the Light who seeks us out . . . . . . and invites us into deeper conversion. Using the story of the healing of the blind beggar, the conference emphasizes that the spiritual life is not...
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Jesus Tells Us: Follow Me Out of the Darkness
Jesus Tells Us: Follow Me Out of the Darkness Today’s Homily contrasts mere compliance with true obedience in the spiritual life, . . . . . . especially during Lent. Compliance is external, minimal, and checklist-driven . . . doing what is required without interior conversion. Obedience, however,...
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Lenten Retreat #1: The Works of Lent: Growth Toward a Generous Spirit
First Lenten Retreat: The Works of Lent: Growth Toward a Generous Spirit During each Friday of the Lenten Season, there will be a Lenten Retreat Conference. This is the first week within this series. Each conference will appear singularly on the Website, SoundCloud, Facebook and iPod platforms.…
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Jesus Tells Us: Be Opened: From Silence to Faith
Jesus Tells Us: Be Opened: From Silence to Faith In the Gospel of Mark, Jesus travels through the pagan region . . . . . . of Decapolis, near the Sea of Galilee, where a man who is deaf and unable to speak is brought to him. Jesus takes the man away from the crowd, touches his ears and tongue,...
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From Not Enough to More Than Enough
From Not Enough to More Than Enough Today’s Homily unites two biblical moments: First, The Gospel (Mark 8: Feeding of the Four Thousand) reveals Christ’s deep compassion for humanity wandering in a spiritual “wilderness.” The crowd cannot sustain itself; human resources are insufficient. Yet when...
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Witnesses Who Chose God Above Life Itself
Witnesses Who Chose God Above Life Itself Today’s Homily contrasts two models of leadership and discipleship . . . . . . drawn from Scripture and tradition. King David is presented as a leader chosen by God who, despite his sins, remained humble, repentant, and rooted in reverence for the Lord.…
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Sheep Without a Shepherd
Sheep Without a Shepherd Ther readings and Gospel present . . . . . . the shared human experience of being overwhelmed by responsibility and need. King Solomon, faced with ruling a vast people, does not ask for power, wealth, or long life, but humbly asks God for the wisdom to discern what is…
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The Kingdom Grows in Silence
The Kingdom Grows in Silence Today’s Homily focuses on Jesus’ parables of the seed . . . . . . and mustard seed from the Gospel of Mark along with the story of King David’s sin and repentance from the Book of Samuel. The Mysterious, Gradual, and Often Hidden Nature of Spiritual Growth The Homily...
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Jesus Asks, Why Are You Afraid? Awakening Faith Within
Jesus Asks, Why Are You Afraid? Awakening Faith Within TheHomily reviews the Gospel account of Jesus calming the storm . . . . . . (Mark 4:35–41) with moral and spiritual lessons drawn from King David’s repentance and everyday human experience. The disciples’ fear during the storm reveals their...
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True Happiness Is Found in God
True Happiness Is Found in God The Gospel of the Beatitudes presents a vision of happiness that overturns ordinary human expectations. While the world associates blessedness with wealth, power, and security, Jesus proclaims the blessed as those who are poor in spirit, meek, merciful, pure of…
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Jesus: The True King Before the Sea of Need
Jesus: The True King Before the Sea of Need The Homily focuses on the Gospel of Mark . . . . . . and the Old Testament account of David and Saul to contrast two radically different models of kingship and authority. In the Gospel, Jesus draws overwhelming crowds from every direction . . . Galilee,...
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Waiting for God’s Time
Waiting for God’s Time The Gospel recounts Jesus ascending the mountain to call and appoint the Twelve Apostles, . . . . . . choosing them to be with him, to preach, and to exercise spiritual authority. This act highlights divine initiative: God chooses, calls, and sends according to His will…
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God’s Call and Our Response
God’s Call and Our Response The Homily reflects on readings from Scripture, focusing on how Saul . . . . . . despite being appointed and anointed by God and filled with the Holy Spirit . . . fell from grace. The central question, “How have the warriors fallen?” is repeated to emphasize a tragic...
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Jesus Tells Us: Follow Me: The Claim That Changes Everything
Jesus Tells Us: Follow Me: The Claim That Changes Everything Today’s Homily reflects on call and claims as central to God’s action in human lives. Drawing first from Saul’s unexpected anointing as king, it shows that God’s call is never earned, sought, or managed . . . it arrives unanticipated…
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He Must Increase, I Must Decrease
He Must Increase, I Must Decrease He Must Increase, . . . The Homily weaves together the Letter of St. John and the Gospel’s encounter . . . . . . with John the Baptist to confront a central Christian tension: believers are truly begotten of God and called to freedom from sin, yet they still...
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The Heavens Were Opened
The Heavens Were Opened Today’s Homily centers on the Baptism of the Lord, which concludes the Christmas season . . . . . . and inaugurates Jesus’ public ministry. Though troubling to early Christians . . . since Jesus is sinless and baptism was for repentance . . . Matthew emphasizes that Jesus...
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Where Christ Is, There Is Our Home
Where Christ Is, There Is Our Home Where Christ Is, . . . Today’s Homily on the Feast of the Epiphany explores the manifestation of Christ . . . . . . not only to Israel, but to all nations. Through the journey of the Magi, the Homily reveals God’s universal plan of salvation and the deeply...
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Finding the Child by Finding the Mother
Finding the Child by Finding the Mother Today’s Homily reflects on the Gospel of Christ’s birth and naming, . . . . . . emphasizing that the Nativity is not a past event but a living, ever-new mystery that renews time itself. The Church proclaims that the birth of Jesus . . . God entering human...
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Born in Time, Born into Glory . . . A Christmas Lesson For All of Us
Born in Time, Born into Glory . . . A Christmas Lesson For All of Us Today’s Homily centers on the profound pairing of Christmas Day and the Feast of St. Stephen, . . . . . . highlighting the mystery of Christ’s Incarnation alongside the Church’s first martyr. Christ humbles Himself, laying aside...
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The Meaning of Christmas: Sharing Our Humanity, Sharing His Divinity
The Meaning of Christmas: Sharing Our Humanity, Sharing His Divinity The Homily reflects on the Prologue of the Gospel of John, . . . . . . proclaiming Jesus as the eternal Word who was with God and is God, through whom all things were made. This Word, existing from the beginning, did not come…
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The Hidden Moment That Changed the World
The Hidden Moment That Changed the World The Homily centers on the Annunciation (Luke 1:26–38) as the hidden . . . . . . yet decisive turning point of human history. Though proclaimed quietly to a single listener . . . Mary . . . it is an announcement of universal significance: the Word takes...
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Emmanuel: God With Us: Let the King of Glory Enter
Emmanuel: God With Us: Let the King of Glory Enter Today’s Homily centers on the Advent call to welcome the King of Glory . . . . . . Emmanuel, God with us . . . through obedience and trust, rather than self-reliance. Drawing from Matthew’s Gospel and the Psalm proclamation, the homily presents...
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Our Lady’s Promise: I Remain With You
Our Lady’s Promise: I Remain With You This Homily weaves together . . . . . . the Visitation (Luke 1:39–45), the mystery of Advent, and the apparition of Our Lady of Guadalupe, revealing a single, unifying truth: the Lord is always on the way to His people. God does not arrive once and withdraw…
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