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Pope Francis: Holy Mass on the Solemnity of Pentecost

Posted by Bob Herz on 5/27/18

Holy Mass on the Solemnity of Pentecost (20 May 2018) | Francis Vatican BasilicaSunday, 20 May 2018

In the first reading of today’s Liturgy, the coming of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost is compared to “the rush of a violent wind” (Acts 2:2). What does this image tell us? ... Read More »

Pope’s message for World Mission Sunday 2018

Posted by Bob Herz on 5/19/18

Pope’s message for World Mission Sunday 2018 In his message released on May 19, Pope Francis urges young people to join the Church in bringing the Gospel to all. By Robin Gomes

The Vatican on Saturday released the message of Pope Francis for this year’s World Mission Sunday, in ... Read More »

The Wide Spectrum of Mothering

Posted by Bob Herz on 5/13/18

To those who gave birth this year to their first child— we celebrate with you.

To those who lost a child this year— we mourn with you.

To those who are in the trenches with little ones every day and wear the badge of food stains— we appreciate you.

... Read More »

Pope Francis on the Ascension

Posted by Bob Herz on 5/13/18

On the Ascension of Christ  

Dear brothers and sisters, hello,

Today in Italy and in other countries the Ascension of Jesus into heaven is being celebrated, 40 days after Easter. The Acts of the Apostles recounts this episode, Jesus’ final departure from his disciples and from this world ... Read More »

Monsignor Yennock's Homily April 15, 2018 - Third Sunday of Easter

Posted by Fr Thomas Ward on 4/16/18

THIRD SUNDAY OF EASTER

APRIL 15, 2018

THE CHURCH GIVES US SIX WEEKS OF EASTER TO REFLECT ON THE MOST MOMENTOUS EVENT IN THE HISTORY OF THE WORLD. THE RESURRECTION OF JESUS CHRIST FROM THE DEAD.

TWO YEARS AGO A MOVIE WAS MADE CALLED RISEN. THE MOVIE GROSSED OVER ... Read More »

Pope Francis Easter Vigil in the Holy Night of Easter (31 March 2018)

Posted by Bob Herz on 4/07/18

Easter Vigil in the Holy Night of Easter (31 March 2018) | Francis Vatican Basilica Holy Saturday, 31 March 2018

We began this celebration outside, plunged in the darkness of the night and the cold. We felt an oppressive silence at the death of the Lord, a silence with which ... Read More »

Monsignor Yennock's Easter Sunday Homily 2018

Posted by Fr Thomas Ward on 4/02/18

EASTER SUNDAY 2018

APRIL 1, 2018

THERE IS A STORY TOLD ABOUT SHERLOCK HOLMES AND DR. WATSON. 

SHERLOCK HOLMES AND DR. JOHN WATSON WENT ON A CAMPING TRIP. AFTER SHARING A GOOD MEAL AND A BOTTLE OF WINE, THEY RETIRE TO THEIR TENT FOR THE NIGHT.

AT ABOUT 3 ... Read More »

Pope Francis Palm Sunday - 33rd World Youth Day (25 March 2018)

Posted by Bob Herz on 3/30/18

Palm Sunday - 33rd World Youth Day (25 March 2018) | Francis CELEBRATION OF PALM SUNDAY OF THE PASSION OF THE LORD HOMILY OF HIS HOLINESS POPE FRANCIS St Peter`s Square33rd World Youth Day Sunday, 25 March 2018 [Multimedia]

Jesus enters Jerusalem.  The liturgy invites us to share in ... Read More »

Pope Francis Homily - Holy Chrism Mass (29 March 2018)

Posted by Bob Herz on 3/30/18

Holy Chrism Mass (29 March 2018) HOMILY OF HIS HOLINESS POPE FRANCIS Vatican BasilicaHoly Thursday, 29 March 2018

Dear brother priests of the Diocese of Rome and other dioceses throughout the world!

When I was reading the texts of today’s liturgy, I kept thinking of the passage from Deuteronomy: ... Read More »

Monsignor Yennock's Homily March 25, 2018 - Palm Sunday

Posted by Fr Thomas Ward on 3/26/18

 

PALM SUNDAY MARCH 25, 2018

 

IN THE PASSION OF JESUS CHRIST GOOD AND EVIL TAKE ON A LIFE OF THEIR OWN IN THE CHARACTERS AND PERSONALITIES THAT MAKE UP THIS EXTRAORDINARY  DRAMA. WE ARE STUNNED AS WE WATCH, IN HORROR, THE STARK REALITY OF EVIL. WE ACTUALLY ... Read More »