Alex Solsma's Homilies

Father Alex Solsma's homily for the the Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year A). It was given during a Mass at Saint Theresa Catholic Church in Ashburn, Virginia, on August 16, 2026. First Reading: Isaiah 56:1, 6-7; Gospel: Matthew 15:21-28 *** This podcast features homilies from Father Alex Solsma. He is a parochial vicar at Saint Theresa Parish in Ashburn, Virginia. Father Solsma was ordained to the priesthood on June 6, 2026, at the Cathedral of Saint Thomas More in Arlington, Virginia. Father Solsma is a native of Sioux City, Iowa, and a 2011 graduate of the University of Iowa. After graduation, he worked as a radio news and sports broadcaster in Iowa and Wisconsin. From 2018-2021, he was the Director of Communications at the Basilica of Saint Mary in Alexandria, Virginia.

Father Alex Solsma's homily for the the Nineteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year A). It was given during a Mass at Saint Theresa Catholic Church in Ashburn, Virginia, on August 9, 2026. First Reading: 1 Kings 19:9a; Gospel: Matthew 14:22-33 *** This podcast features homilies from Father Alex Solsma. He is a parochial vicar at Saint Theresa Parish in Ashburn, Virginia. Father Solsma was ordained to the priesthood on June 6, 2026, at the Cathedral of Saint Thomas More in Arlington, Virginia. Father Solsma is a native of Sioux City, Iowa, and a 2011 graduate of the University of Iowa. After graduation, he worked as a radio news and sports broadcaster in Iowa and Wisconsin. From 2018-2021, he was the Director of Communications at the Basilica of Saint Mary in Alexandria, Virginia.

Father Alex Solsma's homily for the the Eighteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year A). It was given during a Mass at Saint Theresa Catholic Church in Ashburn, Virginia, on August 2, 2026. Second Reading: Romans 8:35, 37–39; Gospel: Matthew 14:13–21 *** This podcast features homilies from Father Alex Solsma. He is a parochial vicar at Saint Theresa Parish in Ashburn, Virginia. Father Solsma was ordained to the priesthood on June 6, 2026, at the Cathedral of Saint Thomas More in Arlington, Virginia. Father Solsma is a native of Sioux City, Iowa, and a 2011 graduate of the University of Iowa. After graduation, he worked as a radio news and sports broadcaster in Iowa and Wisconsin. From 2018-2021, he was the Director of Communications at the Basilica of Saint Mary in Alexandria, Virginia.

Father Alex Solsma's homily for the the Seventeenth Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year A). It was given during a Mass at Saint Theresa Catholic Church in Ashburn, Virginia, on July 26, 2026. First Reading: 1 Kings 3:5, 7-12; Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 119; Gospel: Matthew 13:44-52 *** This podcast features homilies from Father Alex Solsma. He is a parochial vicar at Saint Theresa Parish in Ashburn, Virginia. Father Solsma was ordained to the priesthood on June 6, 2026, at the Cathedral of Saint Thomas More in Arlington, Virginia. Father Solsma is a native of Sioux City, Iowa, and a 2011 graduate of the University of Iowa. After graduation, he worked as a radio news and sports broadcaster in Iowa and Wisconsin. From 2018-2021, he was the Director of Communications at the Basilica of Saint Mary in Alexandria, Virginia.

Father Alex Solsma's homily for the the Sixteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year A). It was given during a Mass at Saint Theresa Catholic Church in Ashburn, Virginia, on July 19, 2026. First Reading: Wisdom 12:13, 16-19; Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 86; Second Reading: Romans 8:26-27 *** This podcast features homilies from Father Alex Solsma. He is a parochial vicar at Saint Theresa Parish in Ashburn, Virginia. Father Solsma was ordained to the priesthood on June 6, 2026, at the Cathedral of Saint Thomas More in Arlington, Virginia. Father Solsma is a native of Sioux City, Iowa, and a 2011 graduate of the University of Iowa. After graduation, he worked as a radio news and sports broadcaster in Iowa and Wisconsin. From 2018-2021, he was the Director of Communications at the Basilica of Saint Mary in Alexandria, Virginia.

Father Alex Solsma's homily for the the Fifteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year A). It was given during a Mass at Saint Theresa Catholic Church in Ashburn, Virginia, on July 12, 2026. Gospel: Matthew 13:1-23 *** This podcast features homilies from Father Alex Solsma. He is a parochial vicar at Saint Theresa Parish in Ashburn, Virginia. Father Solsma was ordained to the priesthood on June 6, 2026, at the Cathedral of Saint Thomas More in Arlington, Virginia. Father Solsma is a native of Sioux City, Iowa, and a 2011 graduate of the University of Iowa. After graduation, he worked as a radio news and sports broadcaster in Iowa and Wisconsin. From 2018-2021, he was the Director of Communications at the Basilica of Saint Mary in Alexandria, Virginia.

Father Alex Solsma's homily for the the Fourteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year A). It was given during a Mass at Saint Theresa Catholic Church in Ashburn, Virginia, on July 5, 2026. Gospel: Matthew 11:25-30 *** This podcast features homilies from Father Alex Solsma. He is a parochial vicar at Saint Theresa Parish in Ashburn, Virginia. Father Solsma was ordained to the priesthood on June 6, 2026, at the Cathedral of Saint Thomas More in Arlington, Virginia.

Father Alex Solsma's homily for the the Thirteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year A). It was given during a Mass at Saint Theresa Catholic Church in Ashburn, Virginia, on June 28, 2026. Gospel: Matthew 10:37-42, Second Reading: Romans 6:3-4, 8-11 *** This podcast features homilies from Father Alex Solsma. He is a parochial vicar at Saint Theresa Parish in Ashburn, Virginia. Father Solsma was ordained to the priesthood on June 6, 2026, at the Cathedral of Saint Thomas More in Arlington, Virginia.

Father Alex Solsma's homily for the the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ (Corpus Christi, Year A). It was given during a Mass at the Basilica of Saint Mary in Alexandria, Virginia, on June 7, 2026. Gospel: John 6:51-58 *** This podcast features homilies from Father Alex Solsma. Father Solsma was ordained to the priesthood on June 6, 2026, at the Cathedral of Saint Thomas More in Arlington, Virginia.

Deacon Alex Solsma's homily for the Third Sunday of Easter (Year A). It was given during a Mass at Saint Agnes Catholic Church in West Chester, Pennsylvania, on April 19, 2026. Gospel: Luke 24:13-35; First Reading: Acts 2:14, 22-33; Psalm 16; Second Reading: Romans 8:8-11 *** This podcast features homilies from Deacon Alex Solsma.  Solsma was ordained as a transitional deacon for the Diocese of Arlington on April 26, 2025. He has been a seminarian for the Diocese of Arlington studying at Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary in Philadelphia since August of 2021.  As part of the training and preparation process for ordination to the priesthood, transitional deacons continue to take classes but also work in parishes to gain pastoral experience. God willing, Deacon Solsma will be ordained to the priesthood in June of 2026.

Deacon Alex Solsma's homily for the Fifth Sunday of Lent (Year A). It was given during a Mass at Saint Agnes Catholic Church in West Chester, Pennsylvania, on March 22, 2026. Gospel: John 11:1-45; Second Reading: Romans 8:8-11 *** This podcast features homilies from Deacon Alex Solsma.  Solsma was ordained as a transitional deacon for the Diocese of Arlington on April 26, 2025. He has been a seminarian for the Diocese of Arlington studying at Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary in Philadelphia since August of 2021.  As part of the training and preparation process for ordination to the priesthood, transitional deacons continue to take classes but also work in parishes to gain pastoral experience. God willing, Deacon Solsma will be ordained to the priesthood in June of 2026.

Deacon Alex Solsma's homily for the Fourth Sunday of Lent (Year A). It was given during a Mass at Saint Agnes Catholic Church in West Chester, Pennsylvania, on March 15, 2026. Gospel: John 9:1-41 (The Man Born Blind); Second Reading: Ephesians 5:8-14 *** This podcast features homilies from Deacon Alex Solsma.  Solsma was ordained as a transitional deacon for the Diocese of Arlington on April 26, 2025. He has been a seminarian for the Diocese of Arlington studying at Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary in Philadelphia since August of 2021.  As part of the training and preparation process for ordination to the priesthood, transitional deacons continue to take classes but also work in parishes to gain pastoral experience. God willing, Deacon Solsma will be ordained to the priesthood in June of 2026.

Deacon Alex Solsma's homily for the Third Sunday of Lent (Year A). It was given during a Mass at Saint Agnes Catholic Church in West Chester, Pennsylvania, on March 8, 2026. Gospel: John 4:5-42 (The Woman at the Well) *** This podcast features homilies from Deacon Alex Solsma.  Solsma was ordained as a transitional deacon for the Diocese of Arlington on April 26, 2025. He has been a seminarian for the Diocese of Arlington studying at Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary in Philadelphia since August of 2021.  As part of the training and preparation process for ordination to the priesthood, transitional deacons continue to take classes but also work in parishes to gain pastoral experience. God willing, Deacon Solsma will be ordained to the priesthood in June of 2026.

Deacon Alex Solsma's homily for the Second Sunday of Lent (Year A). It was given during a Mass at Saint Agnes Catholic Church in West Chester, Pennsylvania, on March 1, 2026. Gospel: Matthew 17:1-9 (The Transfiguration) *** This podcast features homilies from Deacon Alex Solsma.  Solsma was ordained as a transitional deacon for the Diocese of Arlington on April 26, 2025. He has been a seminarian for the Diocese of Arlington studying at Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary in Philadelphia since August of 2021.  As part of the training and preparation process for ordination to the priesthood, transitional deacons continue to take classes but also work in parishes to gain pastoral experience. God willing, Deacon Solsma will be ordained to the priesthood in June of 2026.

Deacon Alex Solsma's homily for the First Sunday of Lent (Year A). It was given during a Mass at Saint Agnes Catholic Church in West Chester, Pennsylvania, on February 22, 2026. Gospel: Matthew 4:1-11; First Reading: Genesis 2:7-9, 3:1-7 *** This podcast features homilies from Deacon Alex Solsma.  Solsma was ordained as a transitional deacon for the Diocese of Arlington on April 26, 2025. He has been a seminarian for the Diocese of Arlington studying at Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary in Philadelphia since August of 2021.  As part of the training and preparation process for ordination to the priesthood, transitional deacons continue to take classes but also work in parishes to gain pastoral experience. God willing, Deacon Solsma will be ordained to the priesthood in June of 2026.

Deacon Alex Solsma's homily for the Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year A). It was given during a Mass at Saint Agnes Catholic Church in West Chester, Pennsylvania, on February 1, 2026. Gospel: Matthew 5:1-12a; Psalm 146 *** This podcast features homilies from Deacon Alex Solsma.  Solsma was ordained as a transitional deacon for the Diocese of Arlington on April 26, 2025. He has been a seminarian for the Diocese of Arlington studying at Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary in Philadelphia since August of 2021.  As part of the training and preparation process for ordination to the priesthood, transitional deacons continue to take classes but also work in parishes to gain pastoral experience. God willing, Deacon Solsma will be ordained to the priesthood in June of 2026.

Deacon Alex Solsma's homily for the Third Sunday of Ordinary Time (Year A). It was given on January 25, 2026. Gospel: Matthew 4:12-23 *** This podcast features homilies from Deacon Alex Solsma.  Solsma was ordained as a transitional deacon for the Diocese of Arlington on April 26, 2025. He has been a seminarian for the Diocese of Arlington studying at Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary in Philadelphia since August of 2021.  As part of the training and preparation process for ordination to the priesthood, transitional deacons continue to take classes but also work in parishes to gain pastoral experience. God willing, Deacon Solsma will be ordained to the priesthood in June of 2026.

Deacon Alex Solsma's homily for the Solemnity of Saint Agnes. It was given during a Mass at Saint Agnes Catholic Church in West Chester, Pennsylvania, on January 17, 2026. The parish celebrated its patronal feast at the Saturday evening and Sunday Masses. Gospel: Matthew 13:44-46, First Reading: Song of Songs 8:6-7, Psalm 23, Second Reading: 1 Corinthians 1:26-31 *** This podcast features homilies from Deacon Alex Solsma.  Solsma was ordained as a transitional deacon for the Diocese of Arlington on April 26, 2025. He has been a seminarian for the Diocese of Arlington studying at Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary in Philadelphia since August of 2021.  As part of the training and preparation process for ordination to the priesthood, transitional deacons continue to take classes but also work in parishes to gain pastoral experience. God willing, Deacon Solsma will be ordained to the priesthood in June of 2026.

Deacon Alex Solsma's Christmas homily that was given during a Mass at Saint Timothy Catholic Church in Chantilly, Virginia, on December 26, 2025. Gospel: John 1:1-18 (The Nativity of the Lord: Mass During the Day Readings)  *** This podcast features homilies from Deacon Alex Solsma.  Solsma was ordained as a transitional deacon for the Diocese of Arlington on April 26, 2025. He has been a seminarian for the Diocese of Arlington studying at Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary in Philadelphia since August of 2021.  As part of the training and preparation process for ordination to the priesthood, transitional deacons continue to take classes but also work in parishes to gain pastoral experience. God willing, Deacon Solsma will be ordained to the priesthood in June of 2026.

Deacon Alex Solsma's homily for the Fourth Sunday of Advent (Year A). It was given during a Mass at Saint Timothy Catholic Church in Chantilly, Virginia, on December 21, 2025. Gospel: Matthew 1:18-24; Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 24; Second Reading: Romans 1:1-7 *** This podcast features homilies from Deacon Alex Solsma.  Solsma was ordained as a transitional deacon for the Diocese of Arlington on April 26, 2025. He has been a seminarian for the Diocese of Arlington studying at Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary in Philadelphia since August of 2021.  As part of the training and preparation process for ordination to the priesthood, transitional deacons continue to take classes but also work in parishes to gain pastoral experience. God willing, Deacon Solsma will be ordained to the priesthood in June of 2026. Read More  

Deacon Alex Solsma's homily for the Second Sunday of Advent (Year A). It was given during a Mass at Saint Agnes Catholic Church in West Chester, Pennsylvania, on December 7, 2025. Gospel: Matthew 3:1-12; First Reading: Isaiah 11:1-10 *** This podcast features homilies from Deacon Alex Solsma.  Solsma was ordained as a transitional deacon for the Diocese of Arlington on April 26, 2025. He has been a seminarian for the Diocese of Arlington studying at Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary in Philadelphia since August of 2021.  As part of the training and preparation process for ordination to the priesthood, transitional deacons continue to take classes but also work in parishes to gain pastoral experience. God willing, Deacon Solsma will be ordained to the priesthood in June of 2026.

Deacon Alex Solsma's homily for the Thirty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year C). It was given during a Mass at Saint Agnes Catholic Church in West Chester, Pennsylvania, on November 16, 2025. Gospel: Luke 21:5-19, Second Reading: 2 Thessalonians 3:7-12 *** This podcast features homilies from Deacon Alex Solsma.  Solsma was ordained as a transitional deacon for the Diocese of Arlington on April 26, 2025. He has been a seminarian for the Diocese of Arlington studying at Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary in Philadelphia since August of 2021.  As part of the training and preparation process for ordination to the priesthood, transitional deacons continue to take classes but also work in parishes to gain pastoral experience. God willing, Deacon Solsma will be ordained to the priesthood in June of 2026.

Deacon Alex Solsma's homily for the Feast of the Dedication of the Lateran Basilica in Rome. It was given during a Mass at Saint Timothy Catholic Church in Chantilly, Virginia, on November 9, 2025. Second Reading: 1 Corinthians 3:9c-11, 16-17 *** This podcast features homilies from Deacon Alex Solsma.  Solsma was ordained as a transitional deacon for the Diocese of Arlington on April 26, 2025. He has been a seminarian for the Diocese of Arlington studying at Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary in Philadelphia since August of 2021.  As part of the training and preparation process for ordination to the priesthood, transitional deacons continue to take classes but also work in parishes to gain pastoral experience. God willing, Deacon Solsma will be ordained to the priesthood in June of 2026.

Deacon Alex Solsma's homily for the Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year C). It was given during a Mass at Saint Agnes Catholic Church in West Chester, Pennsylvania, on October 26, 2025. Gospel: Luke 18:9-14, First Reading: Sirach 35:12-14, 16-18, Second Reading: 2 Timothy 4:6-8, 16-18 *** This podcast features homilies from Deacon Alex Solsma.  Solsma was ordained as a transitional deacon for the Diocese of Arlington on April 26, 2025. He has been a seminarian for the Diocese of Arlington studying at Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary in Philadelphia since August of 2021.  As part of the training and preparation process for ordination to the priesthood, transitional deacons continue to take classes but also work in parishes to gain pastoral experience. God willing, Deacon Solsma will be ordained to the priesthood in June of 2026.

Deacon Alex Solsma's homily for the Twenty-Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year C). It was given during a Mass at Saint Agnes Catholic Church in West Chester, Pennsylvania, on October 5, 2025. Gospel: Luke 17:5-10, First Reading: Habakkuk 1:2-3; 2:2-4, Second Reading: 2 Timothy 1:6-8 *** This podcast features homilies from Deacon Alex Solsma.  Solsma was ordained as a transitional deacon for the Diocese of Arlington on April 26, 2025. He has been a seminarian for the Diocese of Arlington studying at Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary in Philadelphia since August of 2021.  As part of the training and preparation process for ordination to the priesthood, transitional deacons continue to take classes but also work in parishes to gain pastoral experience. God willing, Deacon Solsma will be ordained to the priesthood in June of 2026.

Deacon Alex Solsma's homily for the Twenty-Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year C). It was given during a Mass at Saint Agnes Catholic Church in West Chester, Pennsylvania, on September 28, 2025. Gospel: Luke 16:19-31, First Reading: Amos 6:1a,4-7, Second Reading: 1 Timothy 6:11-16 *** This podcast features homilies from Deacon Alex Solsma.  Solsma was ordained as a transitional deacon for the Diocese of Arlington on April 26, 2025. He has been a seminarian for the Diocese of Arlington studying at Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary in Philadelphia since August of 2021.  As part of the training and preparation process for ordination to the priesthood, transitional deacons continue to take classes but also work in parishes to gain pastoral experience. God willing, Deacon Solsma will be ordained to the priesthood in June of 2026.

Deacon Alex Solsma's homily for the Twenty-Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year C). It was given during a Mass at Saint Agnes Catholic Church in West Chester, Pennsylvania, on September 21, 2025. Gospel: Luke 16:1-13, First Reading: Amos 8:4-7, Second Reading: 1 Timothy 2:1-8 *** This podcast features homilies from Deacon Alex Solsma.  Solsma was ordained as a transitional deacon for the Diocese of Arlington on April 26, 2025. He has been a seminarian for the Diocese of Arlington studying at Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary in Philadelphia since August of 2021.  As part of the training and preparation process for ordination to the priesthood, transitional deacons continue to take classes but also work in parishes to gain pastoral experience. God willing, Deacon Solsma will be ordained to the priesthood in June of 2026.

Deacon Alex Solsma's homily for the Twenty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year C). It was given during a Mass at Saint Agnes Catholic Church in West Chester, Pennsylvania, on September 7, 2025. Gospel: Luke 14:25-33, First Reading: Wisdom 9:13-18b *** This podcast features homilies from Deacon Alex Solsma.  Solsma was ordained as a transitional deacon for the Diocese of Arlington on April 26, 2025. He has been a seminarian for the Diocese of Arlington studying at Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary in Philadelphia since August of 2021.  As part of the training and preparation process for ordination to the priesthood, transitional deacons continue to take classes but also work in parishes to gain pastoral experience. God willing, Deacon Solsma will be ordained to the priesthood in June of 2026.

Deacon Alex Solsma's homily for the Nineteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year C). It was given during a Mass at Saint Timothy Catholic Church in Chantilly, Virginia, on August 10, 2025. Gospel: Luke 12:32-48, Second Reading: Hebrews 11:1-2, 8-19 *** This podcast features homilies from Deacon Alex Solsma.  Solsma was ordained as a transitional deacon for the Diocese of Arlington on April 26, 2025. He has been a seminarian for the Diocese of Arlington studying at Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary in Philadelphia since August of 2021.  As part of the training and preparation process for ordination to the priesthood, transitional deacons continue to take classes but also work in parishes to gain pastoral experience. God willing, Deacon Solsma will be ordained to the priesthood in June of 2026.

Deacon Alex Solsma's homily for the Eighteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year C). It was given during a Mass at Saint Timothy Catholic Church in Chantilly, Virginia, on August 3, 2025. Gospel: Luke 12:13-21, Second Reading: Colossians 3:1-5, 9-11 *** This podcast features homilies from Deacon Alex Solsma.  Solsma was ordained as a transitional deacon for the Diocese of Arlington on April 26, 2025. He has been a seminarian for the Diocese of Arlington studying at Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary in Philadelphia since August of 2021.  As part of the training and preparation process for ordination to the priesthood, transitional deacons continue to take classes but also work in parishes to gain pastoral experience. God willing, Deacon Solsma will be ordained to the priesthood in June of 2026.

Deacon Alex Solsma's homily for the Seventeenth Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year C). It was given during a Mass at Saint Timothy Catholic Church in Chantilly, Virginia, on July 27, 2025. Gospel: Luke 11:1-13, First Reading: Genesis 18:20-32, Psalm 138 *** This podcast features homilies from Deacon Alex Solsma.  Solsma was ordained as a transitional deacon for the Diocese of Arlington on April 26, 2025. He has been a seminarian for the Diocese of Arlington studying at Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary in Philadelphia since August of 2021.  As part of the training and preparation process for ordination to the priesthood, transitional deacons continue to take classes but also work in parishes to gain pastoral experience. God willing, Deacon Solsma will be ordained to the priesthood in June of 2026.

Deacon Alex Solsma's homily for the Sixteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year C). It was given during a Mass at Saint Timothy Catholic Church in Chantilly, Virginia, on July 20, 2025. Gospel: Luke 10:38-42 (Martha and Mary), Second Reading: Colossians 1:24-28 *** This podcast features homilies from Deacon Alex Solsma.  Solsma was ordained as a transitional deacon for the Diocese of Arlington on April 26, 2025. He has been a seminarian for the Diocese of Arlington studying at Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary in Philadelphia since August of 2021.  As part of the training and preparation process for ordination to the priesthood, transitional deacons continue to take classes but also work in parishes to gain pastoral experience. God willing, Deacon Solsma will be ordained to the priesthood in June of 2026.

Deacon Alex Solsma's homily for the Fifteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year C). It was given during a Mass at Saint Timothy Catholic Church in Chantilly, Virginia, on July 13, 2025. Gospel: Luke 10:25-37 (The Good Samaritan), First Reading: Deuteronomy 30:10-14 *** This podcast features homilies from Deacon Alex Solsma.  Solsma was ordained as a transitional deacon for the Diocese of Arlington on April 26, 2025. He has been a seminarian for the Diocese of Arlington studying at Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary in Philadelphia since August of 2021.  As part of the training and preparation process for ordination to the priesthood, transitional deacons continue to take classes but also work in parishes to gain pastoral experience. God willing, Deacon Solsma will be ordained to the priesthood in June of 2026.

Deacon Alex Solsma's homily for the Fourteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year C). It was given during a Mass at Saint Timothy Catholic Church in Chantilly, Virginia, on July 6, 2025. Gospel: Luke 10:1-12, 17-20, Second Reading: Galatians 6:14-18 *** This podcast features homilies from Deacon Alex Solsma.  Solsma was ordained as a transitional deacon for the Diocese of Arlington on April 26, 2025. He has been a seminarian for the Diocese of Arlington studying at Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary in Philadelphia since August of 2021.  As part of the training and preparation process for ordination to the priesthood, transitional deacons continue to take classes but also work in parishes to gain pastoral experience. God willing, Deacon Solsma will be ordained to the priesthood in June of 2026.

Deacon Alex Solsma's homily for the Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul. It was given during a Mass at Saint Timothy Catholic Church in Chantilly, Virginia, on June 29, 2025. Gospel: Matthew 16:13-19, First Reading: Acts 12:1-11, Second Reading: 2 Timothy 4:6-8, 17-18 *** This podcast features homilies from Deacon Alex Solsma.  Solsma was ordained as a transitional deacon for the Diocese of Arlington on April 26, 2025. He has been a seminarian for the Diocese of Arlington studying at Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary in Philadelphia since August of 2021.  As part of the training and preparation process for ordination to the priesthood, transitional deacons continue to take classes but also work in parishes to gain pastoral experience. God willing, Deacon Solsma will be ordained to the priesthood in June of 2026.

Deacon Alex Solsma's homily for the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ (Corpus Christi). It was given during a Mass at Saint Timothy Catholic Church in Chantilly, Virginia, on June 22, 2025. Gospel: Luke 9:11b-17, Second Reading: 1 Corinthians 11:23-26 *** This podcast features homilies from Deacon Alex Solsma.  Solsma was ordained as a transitional deacon for the Diocese of Arlington on April 26, 2025. He has been a seminarian for the Diocese of Arlington studying at Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary in Philadelphia since August of 2021.  As part of the training and preparation process for ordination to the priesthood, transitional deacons continue to take classes but also work in parishes to gain pastoral experience. God willing, Deacon Solsma will be ordained to the priesthood in June of 2026.

Deacon Alex Solsma's first homily after his ordination to the diaconate was at a Mass for the Second Sunday of Easter. It was given on April 27, 2025, at the Basilica of Saint Mary in Alexandria, Virginia. Gospel: John 20:19-31 *** This podcast features homilies from Deacon Alex Solsma.  Solsma was ordained as a transitional deacon for the Diocese of Arlington on April 26, 2025. He has been a seminarian for the Diocese of Arlington studying at Saint Charles Borromeo Seminary in Philadelphia since August of 2021.  As part of the training and preparation process for ordination to the priesthood, transitional deacons continue to take classes but also work in parishes to gain pastoral experience. God willing, Deacon Solsma will be ordained to the priesthood in June of 2026.