October 30, 2016.mp3 Luke 19:1-10 recalls the great story of Zacchaeus, judged by others yet embraced and loved by Jesus. He was called by name. Jesus also calls us each by name. This parable is about healing, mercy, and how to improve important relationships in life. Jesus embraces and loves each and every one of us. If we can interiorize that truth, nothing else will matter. Our lives will truly be changed.
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October 23, 2016.mp3 The Parable in today's Gospel Luke 19:1-10 is directed toward those who were obsessed with their own righteousness, and because of that they despised everybody else. Fr. Gerry shares a letter he received from a person who recently visited our parish and documented their observations of our Liturgical Celebration.
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October 16, 2016.mp3 Today, we focus on prayer in light of the Gospel Luke 18:1-8. The parable in the Gospel is not so much about justice, but rather about persistence. Jesus' objective was that His people will have Faith. Prayer is relationship with Him. It's not just saying prayers and novenas, etc. It is about being in communion with God. Learning in Him. He has our best interest at heart. He is a loving Father. What does my prayer time look like? Be persistent. Keep enduring. If you're not getting what you're looking for, look for something else that He may be wanting to give you which is much more valuable.
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October 9, 2016.mp3 This week, Fr. Gerry helps us better understand the Gospel Luke 17:11-19. What is it like to be put on the parameter, to be ostracized? The lepers were considered unclean and others were fearful to be near them. But, they had faith and they approached Jesus for Healing. How do I become grateful like the one leper? It's all gift. God sometimes brings redemption in sickness & suffering. But, all comes together through Him. How grateful am I? Will people know that in my life? Proverb: Gratitude is the heart's memory. (We apologize that this week's audio is a little muffled and unclear at times.)
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October 2, 2016.mp3
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"What is most important is that you love her, and what will be most helpful to you is finding the way in which you, with all your uniqueness and individuality, can love her best.”- Fr. Jeremiah Shryock ... See MoreSee Less
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At the beginning of every Mass, the celebrant and congregation greet one another with the exchange “Dominus vobiscum... et cum spiritu tuo / The Lord be with you ... and with your spirit.” Where did this ancient custom originate? ... See MoreSee Less
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Are you wanting to increase your prayer time this Lent?
Tom and April Hoopes have a prayer challenge for your kids (and maybe for you, too!) that leads them step-by-step to build a daily 15-minute prayer practice for themselves. It takes seven weeks to build and a lifetime to perfect – but the rewards are eternal! ... See MoreSee Less
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“Throughout the entire history of Christianity, there has never been a saint, and there never will be a saint, who has had only a moderate love for Mary.” – Fr. Jeremiah Shryock ... See MoreSee Less
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“Mary’s purpose is not only to give birth to Jesus and then disappear into the annals of history.” - Fr. Jeremiah Shryock ... See MoreSee Less
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“By the mystery of this water and wine,” says the priest at every Mass, “may we come to share in the divinity of Christ, who humbled himself to share in our humanity.” These words have a deep meaning, and understanding it starts with the question: Why does the priest put water into wine? ... See MoreSee Less
Why does the priest put water in the wine at Mass?
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