Sometimes when you are reading the Bible, you may see something that not only catches your eye, but gives you a deeper understanding of the message. In the Bible passage itself, I noticed that it begins with the words, “on...

Today is the fourth Sunday of Advent and it is here we begin to see the focus of the Nativity of Our Lord. Here we see the powerful words of Elizabeth to Mary about St. John leaping in her womb....

Today’s readings bring and interesting focus and even more so for Christmas. This is Gaudete Sunday, the Third Sunday of Advent. The focus, as you can see in the readings, is one of rejoicing for Christmas is almost here. It...

audio homily is in stereo Last week, we began the season of Advent, this week we enter the middle of this simple four week season. We see the powerful Gospel of Luke, which we will follow all year, presenting John...

One of the difficult aspects of being a pastor is always having to think in terms of the worst case scenario. The parish decides to plan an event and the people look forward to having a great time, but the...