Fr. Bob’s Homily – First Sunday in Advent
It should be no secret to anyone that we do not know the date of Christ’s birth, and so the Church baptized a Pagan feast.
Fr. Bob’s Thoughts for the First Week of Advent
As we enter the season of Advent, the prophet Isaiah says to God, “Would that You might meet us doing right, that we were mindful of You in our ways.”
First Week of Advent – In Home Retreat
As we prepare for Christmas in our homes, let us also prepare for Christmas in our hearts, minds and souls.
Obituary Notice for Fr. Joseph DiMauro, SA
OBITUARY NOTICE: Rev. Joseph DiMauro, SA Franciscan Friar of the Atonement (May 16, 1938 - November 29, 2018) (December 3, 2018 - Graymoor, Garrison, NY) Rev. Joseph (nee Francis T.)
MAD for Ecumenism
Through the Centro Pro Unione in Rome, the Friars are delving deeper into an emerging ecumenical category known as “Mutual Accountability” through an initiative dubbed “MAD for Ecumenism (Mutual Accountability Desk)”.
Three Men Participate in Come & Discern Vocation Retreat
“I very much enjoyed the time with the Brothers Christopher, time to be alone in nature, and I greatly enjoyed the conversations with the Friars. Fr. Brian and Fr. Jim had perspectives and knowledge that were very useful and helpful,” commented Michael H. of Manhattan, one of three men who participated in the Friars’ October 18-21 “Come & Discern Vocation Retreat.” Philip Santiano from Boston area and Ian T. from southern New Jersey were the other participants.
Fr. Bob’s Homily – Thirty-fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time
In today’s Gospel, we have an ironic scene. The irony was lost on most of the bystanders: God himself was standing a prisoner before a representative of the superpower of the day.
Annual Paul Wattson Lecture in Chicago
Dr. Eboo Patel spoke at the 2018 Paul Wattson Lecture, held at the Catholic Theological Union in Chicago on October 3, 2018. More than just addressing the similarities and differences of different religions, he spoke of the encounters between the people professing different faiths.
Fr. Bob’s Homily – Thirty-third Sunday in Ordinary Time
November is a strange time of year. Trees have finally lost their leaves, but winter’s snow has not come full force.
Fr. Bob’s Homily – Thirty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time
A famous pediatric cancer doctor at a well-known children’s hospital in London was being given an award. He started the pediatric cancer research center, but he was also known for his kindness and compassion.