Homilies from Holy Cross Kernersville, NC

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Daily homilies or meditations on the Gospel from Holy Cross Catholic Church in Kernersville, NC.

Fr. Noah Carter


    • Jan 21, 2024 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 61 EPISODES


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    Faith-Filled Response to Current Events

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2024 57:47


    An explanation about how we ought to approach current crises in the world as a people of faith. Relying on Catholic Social Teaching to orient us and the practice of Christian detachment, we can persevere through any evil in the world and come safely to our heavenly homeland. Also, within the Church, we discuss the deposition of bishops, miscarriages of justice, and Fiducia Supplicans.

    Racism, Immigration, and Critical Race Theory

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2023 59:00


    Racism, immigration, and Critical Race Theory (CRT) are terms that are thrown around daily on the news, in our workplaces, and at our schools. As Catholic Christians, we may be tempted to think, “I need to rise above the politics.” However, these are important topics that are shaping the way individuals process the world around them. In fact, the Church has quite a bit to say from its perspective of Catholic Social Teaching. She roots us in the reality of what these things are and how we can rationally approach discussions regarding the shaping of our nation.Racism and Slavery: we will cover how the Church defines racism an see her tens and tens of condemnations of racism over the past six hundred years.Immigration: let's take a step back and discuss 1) what is a nation, 2) what is a migrant, and 3) what are their rights and duties towards each other. With the foundational principles laid out, we can much better talk sensibly about the direction we want to see our country's policies move.Critical Race Theory: we cover the three principle tenants of CRT and the ways its proponents allege it manifests itself. Then we will look at how CRT is a simple repackaging of Marxism and Postmodernism. And yes, the Church has lots to say about Marxism and Postmodernism.

    Seventh Sunday of Ordinary Time

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2023 8:40


    Fr. Carter's homily for the Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time

    Seven Sorrows of Our Lady

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2023 48:52


    A dive into the history, background and execution of the devotion to Our Lady of Sorrows. Encompassing the historical founding of the Servite Order in the midst of Florence's rise to influence in the medieval era, the Rosary of the Seven Sorrows is a unique look at the life of Mary and her experience of Christ's life.

    Sixth Sunday of Ordinary Time

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2023 14:15


    Fr. Carter's homily for the Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time

    Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2023 8:27


    Fr. Mlakar's homily for the Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time

    Fourth Sunday of Ordinary Time

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2023 14:33


    Homily for the Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time

    Faith, Justification, and the Salvation of Man

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2022 46:29


    Outline:Theological AnthropologyThe teaching of Martin LutherThe teaching of the Council of Trent

    The Four Last Things

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2022 49:42


    Prayer for a Happy Death(John Henry Cardinal Newman)Oh, my Lord and Savior, support me in that hour in the strong arms of Your Sacraments, and by the fresh fragrance of Your consolations. Let the absolving words be said over me, and the holy oil sign and seal me, and Your own Body be my food, and Your Blood my sprinkling; and let my sweet Mother, Mary, breathe on me, and my Angel whisper peace to me, and my glorious Saints smile upon me; that in them all, and through them all, I may receive the gift of perseverance, and die, as I desire to live, in Your faith, in Your Church, in Your service, and in Your love. Amen.

    The Liturgical Year

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2022 45:33


    Fr. Carter talks about the concept of time, the Jewish origins of feasting, what makes a feast, and how we can live the festive cycle of the Church's year within our homes and communities.

    Four Marks of the Church

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2022 33:59


    What does it mean when we say that the Church is one, holy, catholic, and apostolic? Join us for our September Coffee and Catechesis where we learn about these four characteristics of Christ's Church. Presenter: Fr. Jacob Mlakar

    Unity of the Old and New Testaments

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2022 54:43


    What We Hope To Accomplish Methods of Exegesis Covenantal Story Arch The Concept of Covenant Expansive Covenants Matthew's Kingdom-Church Underpinnings Luke's Banquet-Eucharist Underpinnings The New Testament is the Eucharist

    Faith and Reason: The Church's Relationship with the Sciences

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2022 50:26


    Our July Coffee and Catechesis is on the theme of how reason and faith work together in order to discover truth. When we look at the history of the sciences, we discover Catholic monks, priests, and the Vatican itself at the cusp of innovation and discovery.

    God Reveals Himself: One God, Three Persons

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2022 45:57


    Fr. Jacob Mlakar delivers this month's Coffee and Catechesis, speaking about what God reveals to us about Himself and how the Church over time came to reject erroneous preaching and falsehoods. It is imperative that we come to right belief in who God is, because we are created to *know*, love, and serve Him.

    The Month of May and the Glories of Mary

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2022 54:11


    Coffee and Catechesis The Month of May and the Glories of Mary Opening Prayer: Memorare Attempt with Coffee and Catechesis to recall the fundamentals of our faith.Since it is May, it's the perfect opportunity to do a review of Mary's role in salvation history.Mary's humble role as dependent upon Christ. Walkthrough of Mary's role in our salvation. Mary's Involvement in Salvation History: Genesis 3:15Prophecy of a “new Eve” and proto-evangelion Birth of Christ: Matthew's Gospel quotes Isaiah's prophecy – a virgin will conceive and bear a son, and his name will be Emmanuel. Immaculate Conception and Perpetual VirginityWhile conceived in a natural way by Joachim and Ann, Mary was at the moment of her conception freed from the stain (macula) of original sin on her soul.“The blessed ever-virginal and immaculate Mary conceived, without seed, by the Holy Spirit, and without loss of integrity brought him forth, and after his birth preserved her virginity inviolate.”These work together as logical counterparts based on the effects of original sin. In the early Church, there were two errors that were spreading: Pelagianism and Nestorianism.Pelagius: Jesus was a really super guy, but not God.Nestorius: there was no union between the human and divine natures, and Mary bore only the human nature.Council of Nicaea: Christ was fully God and fully humanCouncil of Ephesus: hypostatic union – “consubstantial with the Father”Therefore: Mary was the Mother of God Incarnate (Theotokos) Assumption of MaryBased on Revelation 12:1-2, “enmity,” and Psalm 132 & the ark being restored to Jerusalem“Having completed the course of her earthly life…” – did she die?What we know: God brought Mary body and soul into heaven. Other teachings not solemnly definedQueen of HeavenMediatrix of all gracesMother of the Church[Co-redemptrix] Marian Devotion Catacombs in the 250's, Mother of God in Jerusalem in 350 Churches erected after Ephesus in 431 to defend her title Carmel – 12th Century hermits in the Holy Land European bent: Bernard of Clairvaux (13th Century) Protestant Reformation and Our Lady of Guadalupe in 16th Century 16th Century official endorsement of the Rosary (Our Lady of Victory, Oct. 7)  Three Levels of Marian Devotion (Fr. Garrigou-Lagrange) Occasional Prayers (Hail Mary, Salve Regina, Memorare) Daily devotion (devout recitation of the Rosary) Total Consecration (gained popularity in 18th Century through de Montfort's book)  The Secret of the Rosary The Spirituality of Mary

    Corpus Christi Homily

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2020 11:43


    Eat my flesh, drink my blood, and you will have eternal life.

    The Mystery of the Trinity

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2020 15:15


    Trinity Sunday homily from Holy Cross.

    Render to God what is God's

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2020 6:01


    Christ is asked about paying taxes. He confounds those present with his response. But the subtext teaches us what we are to render to God.

    Sunday Obligation

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2020 11:41


    What's a precept and how is it different than a commandment? As we get used to a "normal" schedule at Holy Cross, many parishioners still have questions about whether they are obligated to go to Mass on Sundays.

    Ascension Sunday Homily

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2020 10:10


    Sunday homily for the Solemnity of Ascension from the parish's Sunday Mass.

    Dcn Tim - Grief Turned into Joy

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2020 9:10


    Deacon Tim reflects on Jesus' meaning that pain, sorrow, and grief pass because God always reveals his great providence in drawing closer to Him.

    Paul, A Preacher Rejected

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2020 8:03


    Paul's preaching in Greece is rejected by those in the main square. A few are curious, a handful become disciples. Paul gives us a good example of what to do when we witness to Jesus Christ and our witness is rejected.

    I Will Send the Spirit of Truth

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2020 11:15


    Jesus promises to send another Advocate. After Philip's preaching and baptisms in Samaria, Peter and John travel their to confer the sacrament of Confirmation.

    If The World Hates You

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2020 6:20


    To follow in the footsteps of Christ also means to know rejection by those in the world. Carry the peace of Christ within you anyway.

    As Lockdowns End

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2020 16:38


    Let's talk getting back to church and these new "spikes" in COVID-19 cases in our area/county.

    Who Is Saint Matthias?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2020 11:34


    On this Feast of Saint Matthias, we look at how he was chosen to replace Judas, what the rest of his ministry might have looked like, and how this ancient choosing of an apostle lays the foundation for the choosing of bishops.

    My Peace I Give To You: A Reflection with Deacon Tim

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2020 9:58


    Deacon Tim offers a salient reflection on today's Gospel regarding the peace that Jesus gives and the same peace that we must rely on in these times.

    5th Sunday of Easter - Gospel and Homily

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2020 15:53


    I am the way, the truth, and the life — the Gospel and Homily cut from today's Mass for the 5th Sunday of Easter.

    COVID-19 and Staying Sane: Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2020 21:57


    A second interview with Tyler Kramer, mental health counselor, on the different ways to take care of our mental health during these uncertain days.

    Will All Be Saved?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2020 11:46


    Jesus says that he has come not to judge but to save. Does this mean that all will be saved? Exposing the heresy of universalism.

    The "Catholic" Bible

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2020 14:07


    Many Protestant Bibles differ in the number of books in the New and Old Testament. Fr. Carter explains why the differences arise and why Catholics have "more books" in the Bible than other communities and churches.

    Good Shepherd Sunday

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2020 14:03


    Christ teaches his disciples in the image of a shepherd and sheep. He identifies himself as the sheep gate.

    Holy Communion of the Trinity

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2020 8:27


    As the three persons are bound together in a holy union of love, the Holy Eucharist binds us to the Trinity in love.

    Clinging to Christ

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2020 6:57


    As Christ promises to not lose anything given to him, we must also promise to not lose the divine life that Christ gives to us.

    Homily for the Third Sunday of Easter

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2020 11:39


    From the live broadcast of Mass, the Gospel is the appearance of Jesus to two disciples on the way to Emmaus. Through the Scriptures, Christ brings us into full participation in the Eucharist.

    COVID-19: An Interview with a Counselor

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2020 31:03


    Fr. Carter interviews Tyler Kramer, a licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor who practices in Mecklenburg County. Tyler gives some great insights on how we all can cope with stress and anxiety. He speaks about married couples facing tensions and conflict. He speaks about what different things children need in these times, as well as concrete advice for teenagers.

    Faith Lived through Works

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2020 14:17


    Jesus says to Nicodemus that the works done in the light are wrought by God. There are a number of other passages that show that faith alone is not what God asks of us, but deeds of love done because of our faith.

    Jesus and Nicodemus

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2020 9:48


    Nicodemus questions Jesus. Jesus corrects Nicodemus' failure to believe in a spiritual rebirth. Jesus uses the image of Moses raising up a serpent in the desert.

    Divine Mercy and Confession

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2020 27:30


    The Gospel for Divine Mercy Sunday is read and Fr. Carter goes over what makes a good confession.

    Easter Saturday Gospel and Reflection

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2020 13:47


    Mary Magdalene and the disciples on the way to Emmaus do not convince the other disciples about our Lord's Resurrection. Jesus upbraids them for their unbelief and gives them the great commission to baptize. Wherein Fr. Carter rants about the "reformed" lectionary.

    Easter Friday Gospel and Reflection

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2020 10:43


    Jesus appears to the disciples as they are fishing. They do not recognize his appearance, but do recognize him by what he commands them. He eats a meal with them by a charcoal fire.

    Easter Sunday Homily

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2020 11:10


    Easter Sunday Mass homily recorded during the live broadcast of Mass. The Gospel comes from St. John 20:1-9.

    Holy Saturday Message

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2020 4:35


    Tune in live to Sunday morning Easter Mass at 8am: https://youtu.be/eDPdMPCtzqc.

    My Thoughts on Covid-19

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2020 16:25


    Let's talk plague! The models don't lie? The help of sheltering in place cannot be measured. When will we get "back to normal"? The "longest week" versus "Holy Week." Who's to blame for us being stuck at home?

    Mary Magdalene and Judas Iscariot

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2020 9:20


    Mary Magdalene anoints Christ's feet with oil. Judas is indignant. Let us prepare with Mary Magdalene to accompany Christ to the Cross.

    Palm Sunday Reflection

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2020 14:50


    Christ enters triumphantly into Jerusalem as king and Messiah. Judas hangs himself. Mary accompanies Christ, and now us, in all suffering and tribulation.

    April 3 Reflection and Holy Week Updates

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2020 10:07


    Tune in today to hear a short reflection on today's Gospel reading (John 10:31-42), as well as our plans that are forming for Holy Week.

    Come Get Your Palms!!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2020 2:04


    Father Carter announces that parishioners can drive-thru the parish parking lot to receive blessed palms and pamphlets that can be used to lead your household in a Palm Sunday procession in your homes! Visit holycrossnc.org for a map and a PDF of the prayers.

    Where I Am Going, You Cannot Come

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2020 8:28


    Christ confronts the Pharisees because they do not believe that he is the Messiah, but warns them that if they do not believe in him, they will continue to search for a Messiah and die in sin.

    Forgiving the Adulteress

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2020 8:28


    In today's Gospel, a woman who has committed adultery is brought before him, the accusers ready to stone her. After he causes them to drop their stones and go away, there is a wonderful exchange of absolution and "sending" to live a reformed life.

    5th Sunday of Lent: The Raising of Lazarus

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2020 22:25


    Father Carter offers some thoughts on the Gospel of John 11:1-45, the Raising of Lazarus. After a reflection, he offers a message to parishioners regarding the church remaining open and the Church offering indulgences during this time of suffering.

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