Sacred Echoes - Weekly Homilies Revealed

In his homily, Father Joe tells us how important it is to answer the calling to the vocation of priesthood. Each one of us knows people, and it is our job to encourage them to answer the calling when it arises. Recorded Live on Sunday, June 14th, 2026 at St. Malachy Catholic Church.

Receiving the Sacrament of Communion is such a special privilege. Fr. Joe tells us his favorite things about being a priest: baptizing all ages at St. Malachy, and the Consecration and distribution of the Holy Eucharist. Spiritually feeding his parish brings him so much joy because he is helping lead others to know the Lord! Recorded Live on Sunday, June 7th, 2026 at St. Malachy Catholic Church.

Journey across the English Channel to look at the English Reformation. Learn how King Henry VIII transformed himself from a Pope-honored "Defender of the Faith" into the supreme head of his own church over his desire for a male heir—and the heroic saints, like Thomas More and John Fisher, who laid down their lives to defend the authority of the Catholic Church. #twu #thewordunveiled #reformation

While we celebrate the Living Body and Blood of Christ at every Mass, we also celebrate the Ascension! We look up to Him and are commanded to proclaim the faith in all aspects of our lives. Think about this next time you walk into church and look up at the cross above the altar! Recorded Live on Sunday, May 17th, 2026 at St. Malachy Catholic Church.

When you lay the foundation of your faith, most of the time, you continue to build it. Make sure your foundation is laid so that you can bring others to lay theirs as well! Our mothers are excellent examples of who laid our foundation for us! Recorded Live on Sunday, May 10th, 2026 at St. Malachy Catholic Church.

We are often reminded of how much Jesus loves us, not only by the words He spoke, but by His actions. Next time you walk into the church, look at the Crucifix above the altar to think about His biggest act of love for us! Recorded live on Sunday, May 3rd, 2026 at St. Malachy Catholic Church.

A sheep knows who they belong to because their shepherds talk into their ears. Jesus is our Shepherd, and we hear His Word proclaimed through the Gospels and our own prayers. He too will bring us to green pastures in His Heavenly Kingdom! Recorded Live on Sunday, April 26th, 2026 at St. Malachy Catholic Church

Throughout the Mass, we reply to the priest when he says "The Lord be with you," by saying, "And with your spirit." We proclaim that Christ is with us multiple times, not only throughout the Mass, but throughout every moment of our lives! Recorded Live on Sunday, April 19th, 2026 at St. Malachy Catholic Church.

"Whose sins you forgive are forgiven, whose sins you retain are retained." Jesus gives authority through him to be forgiven through the Sacrament of Reconciliation. We all retain sin when someone wrongs us. The way we respond to those sins is important if we want to grow closer to God. Recorded Live on Sunday, April 12th, 2026 at St. Malachy Catholic Church.

Receiving ashes on Ash Wednesday is a very powerful beginning to Lent. These remind us to strive to be better and move away from sin. Through prayer, fasting, and good works, we prepare for Easter during Lent. Oils that are used for healing, confirmation, and ordination are blessed at the Chrism Mass on Holy Thursday. When we are anointed, we are called to help those around us to see God. Recorded Live on Thursday, April 2nd, 2026 at St. Malachy Catholic Church.

Jesus calls us to be a family. Although one day we will be parted from our families here on earth, we will be reunited with them in the Kingdom of Heaven! Because of the Resurrection, this is possible! Recorded Live on Sunday, April 5th, 2026 at St. Malachy Catholic Church.

On Good Friday, all consecrated hosts are buried in the ground, just as Jesus was buried in the grave. The foundation of a building must be deep enough so it doesn't crack, and our faith foundation must be deep enough that even death itself cannot reach us! Recorded Live on Sunday, April 3rd, 2026 at St. Malachy Catholic Church.

In Jesus' time, leaders entered towns on big horses and marching bands to display their power. Jesus entered Jerusalem on a humble donkey with no armor or exceptional fanfare. His humility and modesty remind us that we are called to invite Him and others into our hearts. Recorded at St. Malachy Catholic Church on Sunday, March 29th, 2026.

Not only is Lent a time to think about how we can improve our lives through penance, fasting, and patience, but it also leads to Easter. It reminds us that the Resurrection ensures we will be reunited not only with Christ, but also with our deceased loved ones some glorious day! Recorded Live on Sunday, March 22nd, 2026 at St. Malachy Catholic Church.

Seeing is not enough, but seeing others as fellow children of God is true sight. How you respond to their need is what matters! Recorded live on Sunday, March 15th, 2026 at St. Malachy Catholic Church

Living Water is the Grace of God -- a spring bubbling up within us. It is so important to share the Good News with others. If we seek forgiveness and bring others to drink of the Living Water, God will accept us and give us a place in His Kingdom. Recorded Live on Sunday, March 8th, 2026 at St. Malachy Catholic Church.

Between Moses and Elijah, the entire Old Testament points toward Jesus being transfigured...or resurrected! It is important for us to put our faith in the Lord so that we can be pointed in the right direction toward Salvation. This Lenten season, it is important to reflect upon how we are directing others to Christ. Recorded Live on Sunday, March 1st, 2026 at St. Malachy Catholic Church.

Do you know how Lent began? The heart and soul of Lent began through the concerning of the people entering the Church on Holy Saturday! It is important in this Lenten Season that we support those entering into the Faith this year at the Easter Vigil! Recorded Live on Sunday, March 22nd, 2026 at St. Malachy Catholic Church.

In today's day and age, we have the ability to take photos and videos and share them at the click of a button. Attention is so easy to get. However, God asks us to put our faith in action without drawing attention to ourselves. We must lead by giving glory to God. This Lenten season, we challenge you to use your Lenten promise to show others that Christ is at work in your life. Recorded Live on Wednesday, February 18th, 2026 at St. Malachy Catholic Church

We are called to act upon others the way we want Christ to act upon us. Through prayer and kindness, we are able to bring His love to those who need it most. Recorded Live on Sunday, February 1st, 2026 at St. Malachy Catholic Church.

People would hear about Jesus and travel to see Him. Like them, we travel to Mass every weekend...some from far away, and some from nearby. Unliked those who didn't fully understand the faith in that time, we are lucky to receive Christ at Mass and take Him home with us, knowing that He will be with us always. Recorded Live on Sunday, January 25th, 2026 at St. Malachy Catholic Church.

During the Passover, God ordered Moses to have the Israelites slaughter lambs and use the blood to protect them from the Angel of Death. The blood Was shed and the people were saved. Jesus as the Lamb of God will have His blood shed for all people. We receive this Blood in the Eucharist when we celebrate Mass! #catholicchurch #passover #lambofgod Recorded Live on Sunday, January 18th, 2026 at St. Malachy Catholic Church.

When you are baptized, your parents and godparents are usually the ones who make the promises of our faith. However, through making your Confirmation, you make those promises on your own. Renew your Baptismal vows and see how much you can grow from the moment you first made a promise to Christ! #baptism #catholicchurch #stmalachy #sterlingheights Recorded Live on Sunday, January 11th at St. Malachy Catholic Church.

In his homily during the celebration of the Epiphany, Fr. Joe takes a deeper look into what one of our favorite Christmas carols, We Three Kings, is actually about! Next time you sing this song at Mass, remember the words you are expressing! #epiphany #christmas #carols #wethreekings

Advent is a time for us to realize how present Christ is to us through His Word. If we are open to that Word, we allow Him to enter into our lives. If we hold His light close to our heart, we are able to receive and spread His love. We light the Hope Candle in contemplation of Christ’s Birth and Second Coming, hopeful that He will bring us His Glory and eternal life! Recorded Live on Sunday, November 30th, 2025 at St. Malachy Catholic Church.

Like the Neil Diamond song, Brother Love’s Traveling Salvation Show, we know that reaching out to those in need will earn us a spot in the Heavenly Kingdom! Recorded Live on Sunday, October 19th, 2025 at St. Malachy Catholic Church.

No matter what we do and how high up we hold ourselves, there is nothing more humbling than being cleansed by Christ. This connection with God strengthens us and allows us to be accepted and loved wherever we may be. Recorded Live on Sunday, October 12th, 2025 at St. Malachy Catholic Church.

Pets become family, and when they pass away, there is an emptiness. Pets are a way that Christ shows us He loves us. He is present in all creation, including our animals! Next time you look at your beloved pet, think of God telling you He loves you and cares about you! #pets #animals #stfrancis #homily #sermon

For every action of indifference we make, we are digging a chasm for ourselves. We have to care and show compassion. We must build a bridge and fill in that chasm by doing good works and sacrificing to others. Put your faith into action! #catholicmass #homily #faithinaction Recorded Live on Sunday, September 28th, 2025 at St. Malachy Catholic Church.

Tax collector or not, Jesus still sees every single person as His child. All He wants is for us to open up to Him so that His Grace can be poured upon us and shown to our brothers and sisters! #homily #catholicmass #sterlingheights #stmalachy #church

The push for vocations is crucial to our faith, and often times God will tell us our calling in ways we least expect it. You never know when someone will be called to serve Christ, but if you DO know someone who would make a good priest, tell them! Recorded Live on Sunday, July 13th, 2025 at St. Malachy Catholic Church.

Raising children is difficult, especially in the economy. Something that can be promised to us, despite the troubles we might face, is our freedom... especially our freedom in Christ. Happy Independence Day, and God bless America! Recorded Live on Sunday, July 6th, 2025 at St. Malachy Catholic Church.

Building healthy habits in our faith is such an important part of our spirituality. It allows us to put our concerns into the bigger picture, in which we can take the next step in fixing them through the Lord. Spare an hour a day for prayer! #prayer #saintmalachy #sterlingheights #catholicmass Recorded Live on Sunday, June 29th, 2025 at St. Malachy Catholic Church.

God presents Himself to us through the Trinity depending on what we need in the moment. The Trinity helps us to fulfill God's Will if we just listen to Him! #holytrinity #fathersonholyspirit #catholicmass #fathersday Recorded Live on Sunday, June 15th, 2025 at St. Malachy Catholic Church.

Like directing a sailboat through a storm, we must work hard to be courageous so that we can hep others and ourselves move quickly to the Heavenly Kingdom! #spirit #wind #catholicmass #homily Recorded Live on Sunday, June 8th, 2025 at St. Malachy Catholic Church.

Education is a vital part of our faith. We have many opportunities here at St. Malachy to train your mind for higher things. Educate yourself on the truths of our faith...see what it turns into! #sundayreflection #saintmalachy #extraordinary #online #evangelize #sterlingheights #catholicchurch

Jesus wants to grow in our lives...but we have to do our part! We must nourish it as we would nourish a vine bearing fruit to allow it to grow into something wonderful! Recorded Live at St. Malachy Catholic Church on Sunday, May 25th, 2025

Sometimes we mistake Jesus as just being 'nice,' but He is so much more. He is spiritually fulfilling and loves us so much that He never wants us to live a life starving for His Heavenly Kingdom. Practice consistently taking time out of your day to pray! Recorded Live on Sunday, May 4th, 2025 at St. Malachy Catholic Church.