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Jesus offers a parable that challenges us to live the gift of our lives with all the intensity and ingenuity we can apply to our own unique circumstances. (Lectionary #430) August 30, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

The death of John the Baptist reveals the wickedness of our world, reminding us to hold fast to our faith in Christ when we encounter the stark reality of evil in our lives. (Lectionary #429/634) August 29, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

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Homily of Fr. Mike O'Connor from Mass on August 29, 2025 at Our Lady of the Gulf Catholic Church in Bay St. Louis, MS. Readings 1 Thes 4:1-8 Mk 6:17-29 If you would like to donate to OLG and her livestream ministry, please go to https://olgchurch.net/give

Jesus urges us to stay alert and prepared as we follow the Lord through the uncertainties of life. (Lectionary #428) August 28, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

St. Isaac the Syrian leads us into a subtle yet decisive truth about the spiritual life: to taste of God rightly, one must be weaned from the world—not only from its visible distractions and passions, but also from the premature grasping of spiritual visions and insights. Renunciation, for Isaac, is not merely the abandonment of external goods; it is the letting go of everything that agitates, excites, or exceeds the soul's present capacity. Like a child given honey before it can digest it, the soul that seeks lofty knowledge or noetic vision without purification risks sickness and collapse. This is why Isaac insists that silence and stillness are the true companions of renunciation. The soul must be emptied and simplified, freed from the clutter of worldly images, memories, and concerns. Only then can she begin to perceive, not in phantasy, but in the true theoria that God bestows upon the humble and pure of heart. Silence, for Isaac, is the protection of this delicate work. It guards the soul from shameless curiosity about mysteries that surpass her strength, and it teaches her to receive revelation with reverence, not presumption. Stillness, likewise, is the arena where renunciation becomes fruitful. By cutting off the “exterior war” of the senses—sight, hearing, chatter, possessions—the soul is fortified against the subtler inner warfare of thoughts. In this solitude, prayer and Scripture reading form the new conversation of the heart, replacing worldly recollections with the remembrance of God. Thus renunciation is not negative but deeply positive: it creates space for mercy, for purity, for true prayer, and for the divine astonishment that halts the soul in stillness before the mysteries of God. Isaac reminds us that almsgiving and voluntary poverty open the heart to boldness before God, but stillness is the summit—where the soul is no longer divided, tossed about, or burdened, but rests in the radiant quiet of God's presence. Renunciation, then, is not escape but transfiguration. It severs us from the false sweetness of the world and teaches us to taste, in measure, the true sweetness of God. It bids us to be content with what is given, to wait in silence for the moment when grace itself will lift us beyond our measure, and to remain always in the humility by which mysteries are revealed. --- Text of chat during the group: 00:05:39 Bob Čihák, AZ: Our current book is “The Ascetical Homilies of Saint Isaac the Syrian, revised 2nd Edition” 2011, published by Holy Transfiguration Monastery, https://www.bostonmonks.com/product_info.php/products_id/635 . This hard-covered book is on the expensive side but of very high quality. 00:12:38 Bob Čihák, AZ: P 147, halfway down page 00:26:41 carolnypaver: Page # ? 00:26:51 Andrew Adams: 148 00:26:59 carolnypaver: Reacted to "148" with

St. Augustine, Bishop, Doctor of the Church (Memorial)

For the Twenty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. reflects on selflessly serving Christ. Follow us:The Catholic Apostolate CenterThe Center's podcast websiteInstagramFacebookApple PodcastsSpotify Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. also appears on the podcast, On Mission, which is produced by the Catholic Apostolate Center. Follow the Center on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube to remain up-to-date on the latest Center resources. Listen to Fr. Frank's more of weekly reflections and recent blogcasts.

For the Twenty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time, Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. reflects on selflessly serving Christ. Follow us:The Catholic Apostolate CenterThe Center's podcast websiteInstagramFacebookApple PodcastsSpotify Fr. Frank Donio, S.A.C. also appears on the podcast, On Mission, which is produced by the Catholic Apostolate Center. Follow the Center on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube to remain up-to-date on the latest Center resources. Listen to Fr. Frank's more of weekly reflections and recent blogcasts.

A law homily on the 7th commandment.

28 Augustine 2025

Psalm 139 reveals our transparency before God, inviting us to acknowledge our faults and call upon the Lord for the strength, grace, and forgiveness we need. (Lectionary #427) August 27, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

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St. Monica (Memorial)

Homily of Fr. Mike O'Connor from Mass on August 27, 2025 at Our Lady of the Gulf Catholic Church in Bay St. Louis, MS. Readings 1 Thessalonians 2:9-13 Matthew 23:27-32 If you would like to donate to OLG and her livestream ministry, please go to https://olgchurch.net/give

The Queenship of Mary: Mary's Role in Our Salvation and Peace Today's Homily celebrates the octave of the Feast of the Assumption and . . . . . . the 50th anniversary of the Shrine, reflecting on Mary as Queen of Heaven, Earth, Peace, and All Hearts. Her queenship is not merely an honorific but a real authority rooted in her “yes” to God at the Annunciation, when she freely accepted to bear Christ, changing the universe forever. Her dignity, beauty, and authority exist not for herself but for our salvation, showing her humility as the “handmaid of the Lord.” Mary's queenship continues in her intercession, especially as Queen of Peace, and Queen of All Hearts, bringing grace to human hearts scarred by violence. The faithful are encouraged to entrust themselves to her through acts of consecration, imitating her faith and service so that Christ may be more fully received in their lives and in the world. At the end of the Homily members who have been preparing for the Act of Total Consecration were invited to the altar for a special prayer. Hear more within this Meditation Media. The Queenship of Mary: Mary's Role in Our Salvation and Peace ------------------------------------------------------ Statue of Our Lady at the Shrine of Our Lady of the Island The statue was recently restored and originally came from South America to the Shrine about ten years ago. The statue is approximately a hundred years old. ------------------------------------------------------ Gospel: Matthew 22: 34-40 First Reading: Ruth 1: 1, 3-6, 14b-16, 22

Join Father Kevin Drew as he preaches on this Memorial of Saint Monica. Today's readings First Reading: Sirach 26:1-4, 13-16 Psalm: Psalm 131:1bcde, 2, 3 Gospel: Luke 7:11-17 Catholic Radio Network

Given at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, Cottage Grove, Oregon.

Homily from the Twenty-First Sunday of Ordinary Time, A.D. MMXXV.

Homily for August 24th, 2025Homilist: Fr. Lee McLeod, CJSt. Aidan's Anglican Church, Nicholasville, KY⁠⁠⁠⁠www.staidansanglicanchurch.org⁠⁠⁠⁠Lectionary Readings⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Isaiah 28:14–22Psalm 46Hebrews 12:18–29John 7:32-39

Homily from the Mass offered on Tuesday, August 26th. 1st Reading: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-8 Gospel Reading: Matthew 23:23-26 To support the podcast financially, click here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://stpiuscda.org/online-giving⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

27 August 2025

Homily by Fr. Michael Renninger

Paul reminds us that we proclaim the Good News of Jesus Christ through clear and godly speech that is highlighted by the gentle compassion of our hearts. (Lectionary #426) August 26, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

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Homily of Fr. Mike O'Connor from Mass on August 26, 2025 at Our Lady of the Gulf Catholic Church in Bay St. Louis, MS. Readings 1 Thessalonians 2:1-8 Matthew 23:23-26 If you would like to donate to OLG and her livestream ministry, please go to https://olgchurch.net/give

Monday of the Sixteenth Week in Ordinary Time. Father Dave discusses how God shows us signs, and other times does not. He reminds us that Jesus is present every day with us, even when we don't see dramatic miracles in our lives. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, NY on 7-21-25

Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time. Father Dave highlights how Jesus talks about division in today's Gospel. While it is difficult, we are called to bring God's peace and reconciliation to our families and our world. Preached at St. Mary of the Lake, Lake George, NY on 8-17-25

Fifteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time. Father Dave reflects on today's familiar Gospel story of the Good Samaritan. Rather than figure out who our neighbor is, our challenge is to show kindness and compassion to everyone we encounter. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, NY on 7-13-25

Tuesday of the Eighteenth Week in Ordinary Time. For those who struggle with faith, Father Dave reassures us that there are doubters in Scripture as well. We ask God to strengthen our faith in him, but also for faith in ourselves and those around us. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, NY on 8-5-25

Nineteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time. Father Dave reflects on making tough choices in our modern world. He reminds us we need to make difficult decisions in order to follow God, and we should not settle for less. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, NY on 8-10-25

Thursday of the Fourteenth Week in Ordinary Time. Father Dave shares his appreciation for the friendship he has with his sister, Diana. As in today's readings about Joseph and his 11 brothers, we can find hope that God can reconcile strained relationships. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, NY on 7-10-25

Memorial of Saint Bernard, Abbot and Doctor of the Church. Father Dave cautions those of strong faith to not become complacent. Just like Saint Bernard of Clairvaux, we are to answer God's call and never stop working to bring people to the Lord. Preached at St. Paul the Apostle Church, New York City, NY on 8-20-25

Sunday, August 24th, 2025, Homily by Fr. David Dufresne

Sunday, August 24th, 2025, Homily by Fr. Don Planty

Join Father Kevin Drew as he preaches on this Tuesday of the Twenty-first Week in Ordinary Time. Today's readings First Reading: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-8 Psalm: Psalm 139:1-3, 4-6 Gospel: Matthew 23:23-26 Catholic Radio Network

Fr. Giertych's Homily at the Convocation Mass of the Holy Spirit

The exercise of free will comes with consequences. In other words, when we choose to do bad things and we harm ourselves, these are the consequences of free will. We do silly things, silly things happen, and we pay the price for it. But also on the other hand, when we choose to do good things, and not only good for ourselves, but good for everyone else, there also are good consequences. Positive consequences versus negative consequences.  (Read more…)Here is my homily email from the Twenty-First Sunday of Ordinary Time. Please feel free to share this email with others.

Listen along to Fr. Michael Delcambre's homily for the 21st Sunday in Ordinary Time. You can find the readings at https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/082425.cfm

Fr. Ivan Pertine speaks about the disposition necessary for entering the Kingdom of Heaven.

Here are some of the themes that we find in the Mass readings for the 22nd Sunday of the Year. (Lectionary #126) August 25, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com  

We embrace the gift of faith and proclaim the Good News of Jesus Christ by what we say and do. (Lectionary #425) August 25, 2025 - Cathedral Rectory - Superior, WI Fr. Andrew Ricci - www.studyprayserve.com