Searching for Sears (Luke 3:15-16, 21-22)
During his recent pilgrimage to Greece, Fr. Michael lost his friend Fr.
- Expectations - Luke 7:18b-23
What do we expect of the Lord? Are we truly open to being moved by God this Advent?
The Holy Spirit is Real [John 3:7b-15]
How real is the Holy Spirit to you? How real is the Father?
Climb the Mountain of Faith [Luke 9:28b-36]
Reflecting on the transfiguration of Jesus according to St. Luke, Fr.
This Prophecy Has Been Fulfilled [Luke 1:1-4, 4:14-21]
Fr. Michael explains that Jesus came into Nazareth and to the local synagogue where he was invited to read from the Prophets.
Ornaments of Grace Day 15
Jon Pedley is our fifteenth Ornament of Grace. Observing the Beautiful Ornaments If you have entered a cycle of sin, major or minor, how can believing in Jesus’ love for you...
Proclaiming the Prodigal
#catholic #christian #homily #FrMichael #hearttoheart #prodigalson Rather than read today's gospel, Fr. Michael proclaims this well known story, dramatizing the characters and...
Two Sisters
We all know the Prodigal Son, but what about the Prodigal Sister? Luke 15:3-38 “My son, you are here with me always; everything I have is yours.
A House Divided
Don't let your house become divided. Disagree?
Baptism of Jesus
Fr. Jim explores the baptism story of Jesus from the Gospel of Luke and asks, "Are we ready and willing to totally immerse ourselves in God's love and be of greater service to...
What do we need to let go of?
Heart to Heart operates on donations, to support our content and ministry with a financial gift, click here: Luke 12:39-48 Jesus said to his disciples: "Be sure of this: if...
Ornaments of Grace - Carlo Acutis
When Elizabeth’s time for delivery arrived, she gave birth to a son. Her neighbors and relatives, upon hearing that the Lord had extended his mercy to her, rejoiced with her.
Ornaments of Grace - St. Jane Frances de Chantal
Thereupon Mary set out, proceeding in haste into the hill country to a town of Judah, where she entered Zechariah’s house and greeted Elizabeth. When Elizabeth heard Mary’s...
Yes, I Will Answer the Call - More Seeds of Hope for Lent
From the Gospel of Luke chapter 1, verse 38 Mary said, “Behold, I am the handmaid of the Lord. May it be done to me according to your word.” There was a young woman who was...
Humility
Luke 18:9-14 Jesus addressed this parable to those who were convinced of their own righteousness and despised everyone else. "Two people went up to the temple area to pray; one...
Advocate
John 14:15-21 Jesus said to his disciples: “If you love me, you will keep my commandments. And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another Advocate to be with you...
Reception
Just like Jesus returning to Nazareth, sometimes it is hard for us to go back when we have changed but our friends or family have not. Luke 4:24 Jesus said to the people in the...
Gratitude
Cultivate a proper attitude of gratitude for God's gifts. Luke 18:11-12 “The Pharisee took up his position and spoke this prayer to himself, ‘O God, I thank you that I am not...
Next Life
#gospel #study #catholic #bible #frjimwillig #hearttoheart from Luke 20 verses 27-38 Jesus said to them, "The children of this age marry and remarry; but those who are...
Right Side
Luke 23:35-43 The rulers sneered at Jesus and said, "He saved others, let him save himself if he is the chosen one, the Christ of God." Even the soldiers jeered at him. As...
Temptation
How often in our lives do we have a powerful spiritual moment only to be faced with a similarly profound challenge or struggle? Listen today as Fr.
Tough Love
Jesus said to his disciples: “You have heard that it was said, An eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth. But I say to you, offer no resistance to one who is evil.
Gospel Study
In this Gospel on the presentation of Jesus in the Temple, Fr. Jim reminds us that Mary and Joseph went out of their way to bring Jesus to Jerusalem; a journey that was not easy...
Season of Joy
Today's Season of Joy reflection on John 15 verses 9-17 is by Fr. Roc O'Connor, SJ.
Season of Joy
Today's Season of Joy reflection on John 15:12-17 is by Rev. Howard Storm.
Season of Joy
Today's Season of Joy reflection on Luke 24 verses 46-53 is by Emily Jaminet. Emily is a Catholic author, speaker, radio personality, podcaster, wife, mother of seven children...
Season of Joy
Today's Season of Joy reflection on Luke 1 verses 39-56 is by Fr. Mitch Pacwa, SJ.
Season of Joy
Today’s Season of Joy reflection is by Rachel K. Forton Originally from Des Moines Iowa, Rachel is a wife and mother of two beautiful children, spiritual director, retreat...
Out on a Limb
Would you go out on a limb like Zacchaeus did? Luke 19:1-10 At that time, Jesus came to Jericho and intended to pass through the town.
Image of Hope
Fr. Michael encourages us to embrace this time of preparation and to keep the image of the baby Jesus as our image of hope in a time of seemingly endless darkness.