Father Steve’s Homilies

Second Sunday of Advent. Father Steven sings a little from Handel's Messiah to get this comforting Advent homily underway. (Fr. Steven Bell, The Ohio State University, Sunday, December 7, 2014)

Thirty-third Sunday in Ordinary Time. Father Steven asks everyone, including even himself, how their (read: our) faith walk is going. Are we walking closer or farther from Jesus? (Fr. Steven Bell, The Ohio State University, Sunday, November 16, 2014)

Twenty-ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time. Father Steven uses an anecdote about his "extreme shopper" parents to enter into a story about God, and our image of God. (Fr. Steven Bell, The Ohio State University, Sunday, October 19, 2014)

Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time in Ordinary Time. This is Father Steven Bell's farewell homily from St. Paul the Apostle Church in NYC as he is moving to become part of the campus ministry team at Ohio State University. We'll miss you, Father Steve! (Fr. Steven Bell, St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, Sunday, August 17, 2014)

Wednesday of the Eleventh Week in Ordinary Time. Father Steve debates a tough point about whether or not all of this is real. (Fr. Steven Bell, St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, Wednesday, June 18, 2014)

Wednesday of the Twelfth Week in Ordinary Time. Father Steve was ready to buy a lottery ticket because he asked God for money. Does this work? Should it? (Fr. Steven Bell, St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, Wednesday, June 25, 2014)

Tuesday of Fifth Week of Easter. Father Steve talks about the fact that Jesus is not one thing, but many things to us all. (Fr. Steven Bell, St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, Tuesday, May 20, 2014)

Third Sunday of Lent. Father Steve talks about the wellspring of mercy that is God for us. (Fr. Steven Bell, St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, Sunday, March 23, 2014)

Solemnity of Saint Joseph, Spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Father Steve speaks upon the role of Joseph in Jesus' life and our lives . (Fr. Steven Bell, St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, Wednesday, March 19, 2014)

Second Sunday of Lent. Father Steve uses some classic sitcoms and their theme songs to make a point about God's love. (Fr. Steven Bell, St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, Sunday, March 16, 2014)

Ash Wednesday. What do we have to die to before living in eternal life with Jesus? (Fr. Steven Bell, St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, Wednesday, March 5, 2014)

Monday of the Eighth Week in Ordinary Time. Father Steve gives a litrtle Bible lesson so that we may come to the fullest undertanding of the Gospel today. (Fr. Steven Bell, St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, Monday, March 3, 2014)

Wednesday of the Seventh Week in Ordinary Time. We need to realize that we in fact need and rely on the Lord for everything. (Fr. Steven Bell, St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, Wednesday, February 26, 2014)

Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time. Father Steve shares a story about "sitting in anger" to make a point about being "victors not victims." (Fr. Steven Bell, St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, Sunday, February 23, 2014)

Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time. How much do we really have to give? Well it's a lot, yes, but thankfully we all have that much to give indeed. (Fr. Steven Bell, St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, Sunday, February 9, 2014)  

Memorial of Saint Agatha, Virgin and Martyr. What can we learn from Saint Agatha on this, her day? Listen to Fatehr Steve and find out. (Fr. Steven Bell, St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, Wednesday, February 5, 2014)  

Wednesday of the Third Week in Ordinary Time. Father Steven Bell reminds us to cultivate rich soil and we will reap what we sow. (Fr. Steven Bell, St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, Wednesday, January 29, 2014)  

Baptism of the Lord. Father Steven Bell tells us what baptism means to him, and might to all of us. (Fr. Steven Bell, St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, Sunday, January 12, 2014)  

Second Sunday of Advent. Father Steven Bell loops in the choir on this very powerful and entertaining homily on the 2nd Sunday of Advent. Enjoy. (Fr. Steven Bell, St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, Sunday, December 8, 2013)

Wednesday of the Thirty-third Week in Ordinary Time. We are told to be not afraid. But how can we really reach a fearless faith? (Fr. Steven Bell, St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, Wednesday, November 20, 2013)

Saturday of the Thirty-second Week in Ordinary Time. Are you actually ready for the coming of the Lord? How do you know? (Fr. Steven Bell, St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, Saturday, November 16, 2013)

Memorial of Saint Frances Xavier Cabrini, Virgin. What is an "if'n" and how can theyu damage our faith lives? Father Steve lets us all know. (Fr. Steven Bell, St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, Wednesday, November 13, 2013)

Wednesday of the Thirty-first Week in Ordinary Time. Is it possible that a relationship can hinder our ability to be disciples? (Fr. Steven Bell, St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, Wednesday, November 6, 2013)

Thirty-first Sunday in Ordinary Time. Zacchaeus shares his story, which Father Steve shares with...us.(Fr. Steven Bell, St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, Sunday, November 3, 2013)

Wednesday of the Twenty-eighth Week in Ordinary Time. Father Steve reminds us that no matter how we feel inside and outside, we should strive to always show the kindness of God. (Fr. Steven Bell, St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, Wednesday, October 16, 2013)

Wednesday of the Twenty-seventh Week in Ordinary Time. Think there is only way to be angry? Well, think again, says Father Steve. (Fr. Steven Bell, St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, Wednesday, October 9, 2013)

Twenty-seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time. Father Steve uses an analogy to horror movies to make a point about using our own talents and actually doing something instead of talking about it. (Fr. Steven Bell, St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, Sunday, October 6, 2013)

Memorial of the Holy Guardian Angels. Do you think you have a guardian angel? How do you know? Was there something that happened that proved it to you? Well things have proved it before to others, that's for sure. (Fr. Steven Bell, St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, Wednesday, October 2, 2013)

Wednesday of the Twenty-fifth Week in Ordinary Time. Father Steve explains why he loves Ezra, and we all should too. (Fr. Steven Bell, St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, Wednesday, September 25, 2013)

Wednesday of the Twenty-fourth Week in Ordinary Time. Father Steve reminds us that we should strive to be disciples and try not to be discouraged. There are paths of help if need be in that goal. (Fr. Steven Bell, St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, Wednesday, September 18, 2013)

Twenty-fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time. Father Steve has the congregation sing Amazing Grace to make a point about being lost...and then found. (Fr. Steven Bell, St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, Sunday, September 15, 2013)

Wednesday of the Twenty-third Week in Ordinary Time. Father Steve shares some emotional stories on this, the 12th anniversary of the attacks on 9/11. (Fr. Steven Bell, St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, Wednesday, September 11, 2013)

Wednesday of the Twenty-second Week in Ordinary Time. Father Steve insists and inspires you to show people God within you. (Fr. Steven Bell, St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, Wednesday 4, 2013)

Seventeenth Sunday in Ordinary Time. Do we change God's mind with prayer? What is prayer? Why do we do it? Father Steve gives us his take on all of these ever-present questions. (Fr. Steven Bell, St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, Sunday, July 28, 2013)

Wednesday of the Sixteenth Week in Ordinary Time. Father Steve uses an interesting story about trying to feed the needy on Thanksgiving to make a poignant comment on the petition of prayer. (Fr. Steven Bell, St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, Wednesday, July 24, 2013)

Wednesday of the Fifteenth Week in Ordinary Time. Father Steve reminds us to be humble before God, and humble before others. (Fr. Steven Bell, St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, Wednesday, July 17, 2013)

Thirteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time. I think we can all agree with Father Steven that it ain't always easy, this life of ours, especially a life of faith. So what can we do? Who can we turn to? (Fr. Steven Bell, St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, Sunday, June 30, 2013)

Wednesday of the Eleventh Week in Ordinary Time. What does it mean to say "you reap what you sow"? What does it mean in terms of our faith lives? (Fr. Steven Bell, St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, Wednesday, June 19, 2013)

Wednesday of the Tenth Week in Ordinary Time. What exactly are we ministering? Who are we ministering to? How are we doing at it? (Fr. Steven Bell, St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, Wednesday, June 12, 2013)

Memorial of Saint Barnabas, Apostle. Father Steven has a deep connection and affection for Barnabus. Find out why. (Fr. Steven Bell, St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, Tuesday, June 11, 2013)

Tenth Sunday in Ordinary Time. Father Steven speaks (and sings) the truth: you gotta keep hope alive. (Fr. Steven Bell, St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, Wednesday, June 9, 2013)

Memorial of Saint Boniface, Bishop and Martyr. Father Steve reflects upon frustration in regards to our faith lives. (Fr. Steven Bell, St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, Wednesday, June 5, 2013)

Seventh Sunday of Easter/Solemnity of the Ascension of the Lord. Father Steven shares his thoughts on this very special day indeed. (Fr. Steven Bell, St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, Wednesday, May 12, 2013)

Wednesday of the Sixth Week of Easter. Father Steven gives us a history lesson as well as an inspiring point. (Fr. Steven Bell, St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, Wednesday, May 8, 2013)

Feast of St. Joseph the Worker. We have our faith yes, but we need to work too. (Fr. Steven Bell, St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, Wednesday, May 1, 2013)

Wednesday in the Octave of Easter. Easter season is all about conversion. (Fr. Steven Bell, St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, Wednesday, April 3, 2013)

Wednesday of Holy Week. One can only wonder: what happened with Judas? What made him betray Jesus in such a way?  (Fr. Steven Bell, St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, Wednesday, March 27, 2013)

Wednesday of the Fifth Week of Lent. Father Steven tells a story of the Truth and a Lie and a lake and a speech. Quite the moral here. (Fr. Steven Bell, St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, Wednesday, March 20, 2013)

Monday of the Third Week of Lent. What can the story of Naaman and the river tell us about our relationship with God, and seeing God? (Fr. Steven Bell, St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, Monday, March 4, 2013)

Third Sunday of Lent. Father Steven asks us an ever-pertinent question: for what well are we drinking from? Which one should we be drinking from? (Fr. Steven Bell, St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, Sunday, March 3, 2013)

Wednesday of the Second Week of Lent. Although Father Steven loves Jeremiah, he admits that he kind of slips up here. But to our moral benefit. (Fr. Steven Bell, St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, Wednesday, February 27, 2013)