Searching for Sears (Luke 3:15-16, 21-22)
During his recent pilgrimage to Greece, Fr. Michael lost his friend Fr.
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...
- Expectations - Luke 7:18b-23
What do we expect of the Lord? Are we truly open to being moved by God this Advent?
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.
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...
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.
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.
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 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.
Pray Pray Pray
Luke 18:1-8 Jesus told his disciples a parable about the necessity for them to pray always without becoming weary. He said, "There was a judge in a certain town who neither...
The Visitation
Fr. Jim Willig reflects on the Visitation of Mary and Elizabeth, highlighting Mary’s faith, obedience, and perseverance during her journey to Elizabeth.
Peace and Quiet
What judgments are best left un-said? Luke 6:37 “Stop judging and you will not be judged.
Civil Discourse
Watch to learn Fr. Michael's 5 Rules for Mustard Seed civility.
A House Divided
Don't let your house become divided. Disagree?
Blessed Are You
The story of this Gospel Study is the Annunciation to Mary by the Angel Gabriel. Fr.
Focus on Christ
#gospel #christian #catholic #homily #FrMichael #hearttoheart #jesus Fr. Michael reminds us that Jesus didn't just do what everyone around him wanted or even perhaps what he...
Vision Statement
Luke 9:28-36 About eight days after he said this, he took Peter, John, and James and went up the mountain to pray. While he was praying his face changed in appearance and his...
Man of the World
Today’s story seed is Man of the World. Luke 8:24-25 “For whoever wishes to save their life will lose it, but whoever loses their life for my sake will save it.
Magnify the LORD
On this Feast of Christmas, Fr. Michael shares the image of Mary magnifying and reflecting back the light of her Son to us, just as the moon reflects the light of the Sun or a...
The Call (part 1)
In this opening talk The Call, part 1, of A Retreat with St. Peter, Growing from Sinner to Saint, Fr.