Holy Redeemer Podcasts

Young people today face many mental health issues like bullying, peer pressure, addictions, academic expectations & work pressure including issues arising from modern society. How does one deal with these issues? Our host Rishika Miranda discusses the topic: mental health awareness among the youth - Part 1 with Dr. Angeliqueka Rao (a medical graduate and psychiatrist specializing in child and adolescent psychiatry in the UK) & Augustine Neil (a BCom student from St Joseph's College, Bangalore and former joint secretary of ICAF).  Dive into this interesting conversation and find out about the mental health issues among the youth today.

Young people today face many mental health issues like bullying, peer pressure, addictions, academic expectations & work pressure including issues arising from modern society. How does one deal with these issues? Our host Rishika Miranda continues to discuss the topic: mental health awareness among the youth - Part 2 with Dr. Angeliqueka Rao (a medical graduate and psychiatrist specializing in child and adolescent psychiatry in the UK) & Augustine Neil (a BCom student from St Joseph's College, Bangalore and former joint secretary of ICAF Karnataka).  Dive into this interesting conversation and find out about the mental health issues among the youth today.

Many young people often grapple with the dilemma of choosing music that aligns with their faith and values, especially when popular music conflicts with their beliefs. This conversation will delve into complex questions about popular music, dance, and culture, exploring how Christians can navigate and make decisions about trends and popular choices. In this heartfelt conversation on "What's Music and Dance got to do with my Faith?" Rishika Miranda, discusses this popular topic among young people. She is joined by Fr Sandesh Manual, OFM (a Fransciscan priest who is a youtuber, blogger, author, has studied Carnatic music and is currently studying classical & contemporary western music in Vienna, Austria for the past 10 years. In addition he is a painter proficient in various art forms) and Ms Michelle Serrao (dancer and choreographer) to give a solid-rock faith-based exploration of this topic.  Dive into this interesting conversation and find out what kind of music does one really like by listening to this podcast.

In this riveting conversation on "Is marriage a failed institution - PART 1" our host, Rishika Miranda, discusses this topic with our guests  Fr John Abraham, (a priest of 43 years and has been teaching Canon law for over 30 years, a judge in the marriage tribunal and a judicial vicar in the archdiocese of Bangalore for over 25 years now) and Mr. Preetham & Mrs. Melissa D'Souza. Mr Preetham is a lawyer and Melissa is a homemaker. They are also joined by Shyla, Martha Lourdes and Maria Priya in the audience to give a solid-rock faith-based exploration of this topic. In this part they explore the above topic in conjunction with the Indian reality, the challenge of finding a spouse, & things that help to make a wise choice. Dive into this interesting conversation and find out more about christian marriage and its relevance in today's world.

In this riveting conversation on "Is marriage a failed institution - PART 2" our host, Rishika Miranda, discusses this topic with our guests  Fr John Abraham, (a priest of 43 years and has been teaching Canon law for over 30 years, a judge in the marriage tribunal and a judicial vicar in the archdiocese of Bangalore for over 25 years now) and Mr. Preetham & Mrs. Melissa D'Souza. Mr Preetham is a lawyer and Melissa is a homemaker. They are also joined by Shyla, Martha Lourdes and Maria Priya in the audience to give a solid-rock faith-based exploration of this topic.  In this part they explore the above topic in conjunction with Women working post- marriage, reasons why marriages fail or is marriage for you? Dive into this interesting conversation and find out more about christian marriage and its relevance in today's world.

In this riveting conversation on "Is marriage a failed institution - PART 3" our host, Rishika Miranda, discusses this topic with our guests  Fr John Abraham, (a priest of 43 years and has been teaching Canon law for over 30 years, a judge in the marriage tribunal and a judicial vicar in the archdiocese of Bangalore for over 25 years now) and Mr. Preetham & Mrs. Melissa D'Souza. Mr Preetham is a lawyer and Melissa is a homemaker. They are also joined by Shyla, Martha Lourdes and Maria Priya in the audience to give a solid-rock faith-based exploration of this topic.  In this part they explore the above topic in conjunction with live-In relationships: a better option? Dive into this interesting conversation and find out more about christian marriage and its relevance in today's world.

In this riveting conversation on "Is marriage a failed institution - PART 4" our host, Rishika Miranda, discusses this topic with our guests  Fr John Abraham, (a priest of 43 years and has been teaching Canon law for over 30 years, a judge in the marriage tribunal and a judicial vicar in the archdiocese of Bangalore for over 25 years now) and Mr. Preetham & Mrs. Melissa D'Souza. Mr Preetham is a lawyer and Melissa is a homemaker. They are also joined by Shyla, Martha Lourdes and Maria Priya in the audience to give a solid-rock faith-based exploration of this topic.  In this part they explore the above topic in conjunction with one's preparedness for marriage. Dive into this interesting conversation and find out more about christian marriage and its relevance in today's world.

Are you 'spiritual' or 'religious'? What should be the approach of Catholics? What was Jesus' approach? Explore these important issues in this riveting episode of Heart Rock Café - RMC's Youth Faith Podcast in which our host, Rishika Miranda engages in a probing conversation with Fr Gilbert Choondal, SDB (assistant parish priest at St Don Bosco church, who holds a doctorate in Catechetics*, a prolific writer of many journals and a lecturer in Jyoti Nivas college) and Fr Sandeep Menezes, CSsR (the current Youth and Vocation Ministry secretary for the Bangalore Province of Redemptorists and assistant parish priest of Holy Ghost church, Bangalore) about the topic "Can you be spiritual without being religious?  - Part 1" Dive into this interesting conversation and find out the christian approach to being religious and spiritual. *Catechetics - the science of faith formation

Are you 'spiritual' or 'religious'? What should be the approach of Catholics? What was Jesus' approach?  We continue to explore these important issues in this riveting episode of Heart Rock Café - in which our host, Rishika Miranda engages in a probing conversation with Fr Gilbert Choondal, SDB (assistant parish priest at St Don Bosco church, who holds a doctorate in Catechetics*, a prolific writer of many journals and a lecturer in Jyoti Nivas college) and Fr Sandeep Menezes, CSsR (the current Youth and Vocation Ministry secretary for the Bangalore Province of Redemptorists and assistant parish priest of Holy Ghost church, Bangalore) about the topic "Can you be spiritual without being religious?  - Part 2" Dive into this interesting conversation and find out the christian approach to being religious and spiritual. *Catechetics - the science of faith formation

Are you 'spiritual' or 'religious'? What should be the approach of Catholics? What was Jesus' approach?  We continue to explore these important issues in this riveting episode of Heart Rock Café - in which our host, Rishika Miranda engages in a probing conversation with Fr Gilbert Choondal, SDB (assistant parish priest at St Don Bosco church, who holds a doctorate in Catechetics*, a prolific writer of many journals and a lecturer in Jyoti Nivas college) and Fr Sandeep Menezes, CSsR (the current Youth and Vocation Ministry secretary for the Bangalore Province of Redemptorists and assistant parish priest of Holy Ghost church, Bangalore) about the topic "Can you be spiritual without being religious?  - Part 3" Dive into this interesting conversation and find out the christian approach to being religious and spiritual. *Catechetics - the science of faith formation

In this heartfelt conversation on "Why go to church? There's online mass!!!: part 1" our young host, Rishika Miranda, discusses this commonly felt attitude towards the Catholic Church among young people. She is joined by Fr Charles Vijay, CSsR (the current Director at RMC, Bangalore and the former Youth and Vocation Ministry secretary for the Bangalore Province of Redemptorists) and  Fr Juventius Anrade, CSsR (a a scripture scholar and former member of the General council leadership team in Rome for 2 terms) to give a solid-rock faith-based exploration of this topic. Dive into this interesting conversation and find out whether the Church is really boring by listening to this podcast.

In continuation of this heartfelt conversation on "Why go to church? There's online mass!!!: part 2" our host, Rishika Miranda, continues to discuss this commonly felt attitude towards the Catholic Church among young people. She is joined by Fr Charles Vijay, CSsR (the current Director at RMC, Bangalore and the former Youth and Vocation Ministry secretary for the Bangalore Province of Redemptorists) and  Fr Juventius Anrade, CSsR (a scripture scholar and former member of the General council leadership team in Rome for 2 terms) to give a solid-rock faith-based exploration of this topic. Dive into this interesting conversation and find out whether the Church is really boring by listening to this podcast.

In this riveting conversation on "How much should parents ‘interfere' in the Faith of the children - PART 1” - our host, Rishika Miranda, discusses this topic with our guests  Fr Sandeep Menezes, CSsR (the current Youth and Vocation Ministry secretary for the Bangalore Province of Redemptorists and assistant parish priest of Holy Ghost church, Bangalore) and  Mr Herbert Albert to give a solid-rock faith-based exploration of this topic. In this part they explore the above topic in conjunction with Parties, Sunday Mass & Freedom of Young catholics. Dive into this interesting conversation and find out how much we need to interfere in the faith of the youth today.

In continuation of this riveting conversation on "How much should parents ‘interfere' in the Faith of the children - PART 2" our host, Rishika Miranda, continues to discuss this topic with our guests  Fr Sandeep Menezes, CSsR (the current Youth and Vocation Ministry secretary for the Bangalore Province of Redemptorists and assistant parish priest of Holy Ghost church, Bangalore) and  Mr Herbert Albert to give a solid-rock faith-based exploration of this topic.  In this part they explore the above topic in conjunction with Family prayer, fights, correction and God's grace. Dive into this interesting conversation and find out how much we need to interfere in the faith of the youth today.

In continuation of this riveting conversation on "How much should parents ‘interfere' in the Faith of the children - PART 3" our host, Rishika Miranda, discusses this topic with our guests  Fr Sandeep Menezes, CSsR (the current Youth and Vocation Ministry secretary for the Bangalore Province of Redemptorists and assistant parish priest of Holy Ghost church, Bangalore) and  Mr Herbert Albert to give a solid-rock faith-based exploration of this topic. In this part they explore the above topic in conjunction with Generation gap & growing together in faith as a family. Dive into this interesting conversation and find out how much we need to interfere in the faith of the youth today.

As we grow old, our physical mobility becomes a challenge. Yet we know that it is important to have a balanced amount of physical activity and exercise as a daily routine. Dr. Mario Vaz and Fr. Juventius Andrade, C.Ss.R. along with our host Mrs. Gila Pereira and our special guest Dr. Anuja Chandrana (Physiotherapist, Neurological Clinical Specialist) speak about the need and challenges that the elderly face, and some helpful tips in this regard.   

We continue this episode, right where we left off the last time. Join our speakers Dr. Mario Vaz and Fr. Juventius Andrade, C.Ss.R. along with our host Mrs. Gila Pereira and our special guest Dr. Anuja Chandrana (Physiotherapist, Neurological Clinical Specialist) as they speak about the need and challenges that the elderly face in particular to physical activity, be it in work or various other activities around the house and some helpful tips in this regard. 

In this episode of ‘Ageing Gracefully' our host Mrs Gila Pereira discusses the topic  Caring for the Caregivers - Part 1 with our esteemed panel of speakers -  Fr. Juventius Anrade and Dr. John Tharakan. We generally talk about the care for those ageing, but seldom do we recognise that those who care for the elderly also need special attention and care. It is very important to consider the people who care for the elderly. They can be from within the family or they can be hired to help or professional help. Families need to be aware and prepare themselves to render the best care they can give to the elderly. The following three episodes are going to do just that, talking about the care for the caregivers. The speakers highlight some very real and important pastoral and medical situations and conditions that caregivers face, and what kind of support they need as they take care of those ageing.

Here's the second part of the conversation Caring for the Caregivers - Part 2' on how and why families need to care for the caregivers of the elderly.  We continue to discuss Caring for the Caregivers with  our guest speakers - Rev, Fr, Juventius Anrade and Dr. John Tharakan, hosted by Mrs Gila Pereira in this podcast.

We conclude our discussion on the topic ‘Caring for the Caregivers - Part 3' with  our guest speakers - Rev, Fr, Juventius Anrade and Dr. John Tharakan, hosted by Mrs Gila Pereira in this podcast.

In this episode of Ageing Gracefully, learn about the mental health issues of the elderly and how their loved ones can anticipate and cope with these realities. Dr Angeliqueka Rao, Fr Juventius Andrade CSsR, and Ms. Gila Pereira in conversation with a live audience. This episode premiered on RMC Youtube on 10th June 2023.  

We continue to discuss ‘Mental Health in the Elderly Part - 2' How can families have difficult conversations about the mental health of the elderly? When is it too late for someone to make a will? How would we know if a person with mental health issues needs to be institutionalised? Are there ways to delay or avoid dementia? Find out in this episode.

How to Deal with Change & Loss - Part 1 In the  episode we gain insights into the aspects of day to day dealing with change & loss especially with the elderly, with our esteemed panel of speakers -  Fr. Juventius Anrade and Dr. John Tharakan hosted by Mrs Gila Pereira.

We continue to discuss ‘How to Deal with Change & Loss - Part 2' with  our guest speakers - Rev, Fr, Juventius Anrade and Dr. John Tharakan, hosted by Mrs Gila Pereira in this podcast.

The feelings of loneliness and being unproductive are very common experiences among those stepping into their golden age. How do we understand these realities, what can the family do to deal with these feelings and how to plan for our life after retirement? Our guest speakers are Rev, Fr, Juventius Anrade and Dr. John Tharakan, This talk show is hosted by Mrs Gila Pereira.

We continue to discuss ‘Are you feeling lonely and unproductive? - Part 2' with  our guest speakers - Rev, Fr, Juventius Anrade and Dr. John Tharakan, hosted by Mrs Gila Pereira in this podcast.

We continue to discuss ‘Are you feeling lonely and unproductive? - Part 3' with  our guest speakers - Rev, Fr, Juventius Anrade and Dr. John Tharakan, hosted by Mrs Gila Pereira in this podcast.

IN THIS PODCAST: In the passage for today Jesus sends out His disciples into the world to proclaim the good news to all peoples.  He gave them important instructions to adhere to as they began their missions. Today, we are all called to be missionaries as part of our baptismal commitment just as Jesus did 2000 years ago. The church also commemorates this day as a memorial to St. Maria Goretti. This homily was preached on the passage from Mt 10:1-7 by Rev. Fr. Joseph Beck, CSsR, on 06 July 2022. Let us reflect and pray to the Lord

IN THIS PODCAST: This gospel passage continues with Jesus commissioning the disciples to go and preach the good news to the people. Fr. Charles has a message for us today about raising our children in the right christian way. Today's parents are going through many  frustrations and struggles to bring up in the right way. He says we can take comfort in the fact that we are not alone in this. We need to cultivate a sense of detachment and do our job to raise our children in christian values and leave the rest to God. This homily was preached on the passage from Mt 10:7-15 by Rev. Fr. Charles Vijay, CSsR, on 07 July 2022. Let us reflect and pray to the Lord

IN THIS PODCAST: Our faith is built on the faith and blood of the Apostles, saints and martyrs. This was attained the hard way through struggles, persecution, sacrifice and martyrdom. Just  because we bear the name of Christ and follow in His footsteps we are very unpopular and liable to persecution. But Jesus assures us that those who suffer persecution because of His name, He will continue to stand with us and the power of the Holy Spirit will be invested in us.  This homily was preached on the passage from Mt 10:16-23 by Rev. Fr. Edgar Moreira, CSsR, on 08 July 2022. Let us reflect and pray to the Lord

IN THIS PODCAST: The passage for today is in continuation of Jesus sending out the apostles on their missions. Jesus chose unworthy people and gave them an awareness that they are priceless in the eyes of God. He says that they will encounter hardships and persecution on His account but assures them to fear not as He will be with them in their journeys. In this context, Fr. Gerard quotes St Francis de Sales saying ‘to fear God out of love and not love Him out of fear.' This homily was preached on the passage from Mt 10:24-33 by Rev. Fr. Gerard Solomon, CSsR, on 09 July 2022. Let us reflect and pray to the Lord  

IN THIS PODCAST: In the gospel passage today we are reminded that God comes first in our priorities and the rest follows. Our faith needs to be rooted in Jesus and not in the false sense of security and material possessions. God leaves us with hard choices between Him and our Families and wealth. He assures that everything will fall into place as long as we surrender to Him even if we have to face rejection and persecution on His account. This homily was preached on the passage from Mt 10:34-11:1 by Rev. Fr. Gerard Solomon, CSsR, on 11 July 2022. Let us reflect and pray to the Lord  

IN THIS PODCAST: In the gospel passage today Jesus denounces the cities Corazon, Betsaida and Capernaum because of the hard heartedness of the people there despite the many wonders and miracles performed by Him. In the same way Jesus questions our way of life. Are we able to accept Jesus and change our lifestyle to live one like the Lord wants us to? He invites us not to be indifferent and hard hearted but to repent and return to the Lord.  This homily was preached on the passage from Mt 11:20-24 by Rev. Fr. Siluvai Muthu, CSsR, on 12 July 2022. Let us reflect and pray to the Lord  

IN THIS PODCAST: Today we celebrate the two pillars - Sts Peter and Paul, who were the foundation of the church after Jesus. Jesus inspired these two unique individuals and called them to fulfill a mission in the church. Fr. Christopher points out that in the same way, we are also entrusted with a unique call to fulfill our mission in the church today. He opens our eyes to answer this call from God in all faith and sincerity. This is an awakening call that each and every one of us is unique and each one has a particular mission to be fulfilled using all the talents and resources that we are blessed with. This homily was preached on the passage from Mt 16:13-17 by Rev. Fr. Christopher Ponnusamy, CSsR, on 29 June 2022. Let us reflect and pray to the Lord

IN THIS PODCAST: In this homily, Fr. Robin outlines the life and teachings of the Blessed Sarnelli as an example to reflect on the passage for today. To be a disciple of Jesus we need to abide in HIM. In doing so we need to move away from our own self centeredness towards being more God centered. We need to reach out to the abandoned and marginalized like Genaro Sarnelli and become messengers of love in Gods kingdom. It is therefore necessary to preach the gospel not in words alone but more so in action. This homily was preached on the passage from Jn 15:1-8 by Rev. Fr. Robin Kumar, CSsR, on 30 June 2022. Let us reflect and pray to the Lord

IN THIS PODCAST: All are welcome to join the table of the Lord, even the greatest sinners; the Lord gives an invitation for cleansing, pardoning and change of life of St. Matthew, whose life is an example of this. Let us pray for the grace to accept the Lord in our lives. This homily was preached on the passage from Mt 9:9-13 by Rev. Fr. Prakash Lakra, CSsR, on 01 July 2022. Let us reflect and pray to the Lord

IN THIS PODCAST: This homily hovers on the thought “to know Jesus there is peace and if there is no Jesus in our lives, there is no peace.” The question of fasting and leading austere lives is highlighted in Jesus and his disciples who did not entirely follow the laws like the scribes and pharisees. Our reasons for fasting during specific times calls for us to share that suffering of Christ and be one with Him for our salvation. This homily was preached on the passage from Mt 9:14-17 by Rev. Fr. Sandeep Menezes, CSsR, on 02 July 2022. Let us reflect and pray to the Lord  

IN THIS PODCAST: In this gospel passage Jesus rewards the tremendous faith of the Roman soldier whose daughter had died and the lady who was suffering for 12 years with hemorrhage. He cleansed and healed them by His touch. Fr. Abraham adds that an encounter with Jesus, transforms us, cleanses us, heals us and brings new meaning into our lives. This homily was preached on the passage from Mt 9:18-26 by Rev. Fr. Joseph Abraham, CSsR, on 04 July 2022. Let us reflect and pray to the Lord

IN THIS PODCAST: In this gospel passage we see that Jesus spent all His life doing good. He relentlessly went about helping people with his words of comfort, compassion, healings and miracles. This did not augur well with the scribes and Pharisees who found fault with everything He did even to the extent of claiming that His powers are from the evil one. But Jesus is not cowed down. In fact He doubles up His work even more zealously and relentlessly. The message from this passage is: Never stop doing good, because at the end of the day it is only Our Father in heaven who who will judge us, This homily was preached on the passage from Mt 9:32-37 by Rev. Fr. Charles Vijay, CSsR, on 05 July 2022. Let us reflect and pray to the Lord

IN THIS PODCAST: We hear in the readings today about opening our lives to the Word of God. Fr. Shane Varghese challenges us to ask ourselves as Catholics what impact the ‘Word of God' has in our lives. He asks if we take time everyday to meditate on God's word as a person and as a family. We will be empowered to withstand and handle the pressures of life when we read the word of God and live by the teachings. We will be able to gaze on the Lord when we are rooted in the faith and power of God's Word. This is very much reflected in the lives of saints John Fisher, Thomas Moore and Paulinus. This homily was preached on the passage from Mt 7:15-20 by Rev. Fr. Shane Varghese, CSsR, on 22 June 2022. Let us reflect and pray to the Lord

IN THIS PODCAST: Today is the feast of the birth of St. John the Baptist who was chosen by God to be the forerunner to announce the coming of the Messiah. The life of St. John the Baptist teaches us to be humble and accept the will of God. The name ‘John' was not a common name and it indicates that ‘God is gracious'. Fr. Joseph challenges us to live our life as St. John the Baptist and practice the humility he professed. This homily was preached on the passage from Lk 1:57-66,80 by Rev. Fr. Joseph Abraham, CSsR, on 23 June 2022. Let us reflect and pray to the Lord

IN THIS PODCAST: On the feast of the solemnity of the most sacred heart of Jesus, Fr Shiju explains to us this great mystery. Just as the heart is a vital organ and the centercentre of feelings and  emotions, from it flows actions that define us as moral beings. We celebrate this to commemorate that God still loves us and as a symbol of Jesus' self sacrificing love. The essence, the substance and nature of God is love and that is what we celebrate today.  This homily was preached on the passage from Lk 1:57-66,80 by Rev. Fr. Shiju Mulaserril, CSsR, on 24 June 2022. Let us reflect and pray to the Lord  

IN THIS PODCAST: Today the church celebrates the feast of the Immaculate Heart of Mary. In this homily  Fr. Robin enlightens us on the compassionate and merciful heart of Mother Mary which was dedicated to God and God alone. The heart that we venerate today was not only pure, holy, glorified and dedicated to God, but one which also was broken, pained, distressed and shattered from the day she said ‘yes' to God's divine plan. Mary did not question the ways of God, but always pondered on them in her heart. This homily was preached on the passage from Lk 2:41-51 by Rev. Fr. Robin Kumar, CSsR, on 25 June 2022. Let us reflect and pray to the Lord

IN THIS PODCAST: Today's gospel passage speaks about the most desolate moment in the life of Jesus where He gives us His mother as our mother. In doing so, she became the ‘Mother of the church'. Mary holds all those who believe and follow her Son, close to her heart.  On the feast of our Mother of Perpetual help, we are reminded of God's faithfulness and the assurance that Our Mother is journeying with us in our struggles, giving us hope and strength in our quest for eternal life.    This homily was preached on the passage from Jn 19:25-27 by Rev. Fr. Shane Varghese, CSsR, on 27 June 2022. Let us reflect and pray to the Lord.

IN THIS PODCAST: In today's gospel passage Jesus speaks about the persecution that will be meted out on account of Jesus's name. Fr Assisi in his homi;y, urges us to believe and trust that the Word of God is not chained. It is powerful and that it will achieve its sovereign purpose and that in the end God's purpose will succeed. We are called to remember that God is trustworthy if we endure with Him and be faithful to attain eternal life.  This homily was preached on the passage from Mt 10:17-22 by Rev. Fr. Assisi Saldanha, CSsR, on 28 June 2022. Let us reflect and pray to the Lord

IN THIS PODCAST: In the gospel today, Jesus instructs his disciples not to do our spiritual activities for the sake of others or just because others are watching. It is an invitation to give alms or do any spiritual activity with the true intention that we may please God alone. Jesus teaches us that we need to communicate with God through the language of prayer. This homily was preached on the passage from Mt 6:1-6,16-18 by Rev. Fr. Peter B, CSsR, on 15 June 2022. Let us reflect and pray to the Lord

IN THIS PODCAST: In this gospel reading for today, Jesus teaches his disciples to pray. We receive the prayer now referred to as the “The Lord's prayer “ or “The Our Father”  This is a beautiful prayer taught by Jesus.  He lays down simple guidelines for to pray with sincerity and uphold his laws to God and man. Fr. John Matthew urges us to respond to God through prayer. This homily was preached on the passage from Mt 6:7-15 by Rev. Fr. John Matthew, CSsR, on 16 June 2022. Let us reflect and pray to the Lord

IN THIS PODCAST: The people nowadays invest a lot of money, time and resources to acquire wealth and secure a safe future. This wealth and treasure is perishable and does not last forever. In today's gospel Jesus tells us not to yearn for treasures on earth but earn treasures for ourselves in heaven. Fr. Siluvai Muthu reminds that in the words of Jesus “ Do not live for treasures on earth but for the treasures in heaven” This homily was preached on the passage from Mt 6:19-23 by Rev. Fr. Siluvai Muthu, CSsR, on 16 June 2022. Let us reflect and pray to the Lord

IN THIS PODCAST: “Whom do we serve? God or money' - that is the question we need to ask ourselves today. To answer this we need to examine ourselves to find out  what we are prepared to give up. This passage helps us understand the various aspects of our life in relation to God. Fr. Charles asks us to continue our work here on earth while ensuring God is in the centre of it all. This homily was preached on the passage from Mt 6:24-34 by Rev. Fr. Charles Vijay, CSsR, on 18 June 2022. Let us reflect and pray to the Lord

IN THIS PODCAST: It is our inherent nature that we are judgmental of others while we generally overlook our own shortcomings. We are quick to condemn others for their actions.  In this gospel passage Jesus encourages us to profess the virtue of being merciful and less judgemental  and instead to be supportive of our neighbour to overcome their shortcomings. Our actions seem hypocritical when we try to remove the speck from our neighbors eye while we have a log in ours. This homily was preached on the passage from Mt 7:1-5 by Rev. Fr. Christopher KL, CSsR, on 20 June 2022. Let us reflect and pray to the Lord

IN THIS PODCAST: In life we realize that some people possess an insatiable hunger for authority and power. We have no power of our own. Whatever authority we possess is only because God has permitted it. It is very clear in the scriptures that ‘a humble and contrite heart will see the face of God.' We should approach God in full faith, complete trust and humility in ways that appear narrow for it is these stringent and disciplined paths that lead us to eternal life. This homily was preached on the passage from Mt 7:6, 12-14 by Rev. Fr. Gerard Solomon, CSsR, on 21 June 2022. Let us reflect and pray to the Lord