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Fr. Bob’s Homily – Third Sunday in Ordinary Time
The first reading usually gets ignored, so maybe it is time to take a look at Jonah. When we hear his name we think of one or two things: three days in the belly of a whale, or a character who brings bad luck wherever he goes.
Fr. Bob’s Homily – Second Sunday in Ordinary Time
In today’s gospel, John is unselfishly fulfilling his vocation. He points out Jesus to his disciples steering people toward the Lord.
Fr. Bob’s Homily – Baptism of the Lord
The story of our redemption is very quiet, starting in a stable, no fuss. A normal life in Nazareth. Jesus went to John alone to be baptized.
Fr. Bob’s Homily – Feast of the Holy Family
Today is the Feast of the Holy Family. Fortunately, most of us value the gift of family, treasure it, and understand its importance for both society and church.
Fr. Bob’s Homily – Fourth Sunday of Advent
It has been said that Catholics only sing in church at Christmas. I am not sure that this is true, but from my vantage point on the altar...
Fr. Bob’s Homily – Third Sunday of Advent
Isaiah, in our first reading, is talking about a time when God will live with His people. Then it actually happened.
Fr. Bob’s Homily – Second Sunday of Advent
Every year Christians focus their attention on a little town in the Middle East-Bethlehem. We listen to the old stories laid down by the prophets and picked up by the bible.
Fr. Bob’s Homily – First Sunday of Advent
A man took his son to the top of a mountain and showed him everything around. He pointed out the trees, the flowers, the expansive sky above, and the tiny houses below.
Fr. Bob’s Homily – Thirty-Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time
A young child climbed to the top of a large tree. His mother, worried, called out to him, “What are you doing?” “Nothing,” the boy replied.
Fr. Bob’s Homily – Thirty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time
A Pastor at a small church in Rhode Island gave each family $10. There were no strings attached except the reminder of today’s gospel.
Fr. Bob’s Homily – Thirty-Second Sunday in Ordinary Time
Anyone who has ever planned a wedding or social occasion can appreciate the problem of having everything happen on time.
Fr. Bob’s Homily – All Saints Day
Many years ago, Morris West wrote a successful novel called the Devil’s Advocate. I cannot remember much about it, but I do recall the main character.
Fr. Bob’s Homily – Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Today in our gospel, we see Jesus surrounded by Pharisees. Somewhat like hostile reporters hustling a political candidate.
Fr. Bob’s Homily – Twenty-Ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time
The parable of the two sons, the parable of the wicked tenants and the parable of the Kings Feast all see Jesus on the attack.
Fr. Bob’s Homily – Twenty-Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Around 1990, our Friars in Kingston Jamaica asked me for a youth retreat. Many think of Jamaica as an island of wonderful beaches and great hotels.