Fr. Rick’s Homily: Memorial of the Guardian Angels
October 2, 2026Matthew 18: 1-5, 10https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/1002-memorial-guardian-angels.cfm What a Companion. Wow! Since the early church, we have believed that every human being is assigned apersonal guardian angel to protect their physical and spiritual well-being. This gift isgiven regardless of a person’s soul’s state, whether or not they are in a state of grace orhave faith in […]
Fr. Rick’s Homily: Thursday ~ 26th Week in Ordinary Time
October 1, 2026 Luke 10:1-12https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/100126.cfm We All Have the Gift to Share the Good News. A priest told a seminarian that the day had come for him to learn the art of preaching.After they got up and said their prayers, the lad had a pen and paper in hand. Hefigured he would need to take […]
Fr. Rick’s Homily: Wednesday 26th Week in Ordinary Time
September 30, 2026 Luke 9:57-62https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/093026.cfm More! Jesus asks for “more” because he wants to give us “more,” more of himself – all of himself. For students to excel in a subject and reach their full potential, a teacher expects a lot.A coach does the same for athletes. The ‘more’ challenges us and makes us set […]
Fr. Rick’s Homily: Feast of St. Michael, Gabriel, Raphael
September 29, 2026John 1:47-51https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/092926.cfm No fences in Nathaniel’s heart. We often see fences around most backyards when driving through any neighborhood.We recognize that security is a significant concern today. But aren’t we protecting morethan just our belongings and property? In today’s gospel, Jesus appreciated what he saw in Nathaniel when he met him andsaid, “Here […]
Father Rick’s Homily: Monday, 26th Week in Ordinary Time
September 28, 2026Luke 9:46-50https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/092826.cfm Have you ever had a thought that you believed was true, only to realize you weremistaken? We can all relate to the disciple who initially had little understanding of whoJesus was and what He was about. Remember how Peter courageously declared Himto be the Christ, God’s anointed one? In the Old […]
Fr. Rick’s Homily: 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time
September 27, 2026 Matthew 21:28-32https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/092726.cfm Simply Try. “The Lord never tires of forgiving, never!It is we who tire of asking his forgiveness.” Pope Francis. How refreshing it must have been for those tax collectors and prostitutes who had nohope until Jesus came along. We all know what it’s like to repeatedly try to please Godor […]
Father Rick’s Homily: Saturday, 25th Week in Ordinary Time
September 26, 2026Luke 9:42b-45https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/092626.cfm No One Wants To Suffer, But. We know how it feels when a loved one learns they need a biopsy for a suspicious spot.We fear the possible suffering they might face. If it is cancer, we also share in theirdistress during surgery and chemotherapy. After the Transfiguration, Jesus tells his three […]
Father Rick’s Homily: Friday ~ 25th Week in Ordinary Time
September 25, 2026 Luke 9:18-22https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/092526.cfm How Much Do I Love Jesus? There are many ways to see a person, from social to profoundly intimate relationships.We can also know a lot about a person, but that doesn’t mean we know thempersonally. We know the difference between reading a biography, meeting someone socially, andsharing deeply over the years. […]
Fr. Rick’s Homily: Thursday ~ 25th Week in Ordinary Time
September 24, 2026Luke 9:7-9https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/092426.cfm Conscience And The Voice Of The Lord Sports have referees and umpires, just as courts have judges. Judges make fairdecisions based on facts, helping prevent conflict and chaos and ensuring a smooth lifefor teams and society. God gives everyone a conscience, like a compass guiding us through life’s moralwilderness. King […]
Father Rick’s Homily: Wednesday, 25th Week in Ordinary Time
September 23, 2026 Luke 9:1-6https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/092326.cfm Have No Fear To Hold The Pain Of Another In Your Heart. How often have dictators come to power and been brought down? They exploit theirpower to oppress their people into a subhuman existence. And what happens whensomeone dares to oppose them? They assert their authority! Today’s Gospel reminds us […]