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MP3 |
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| 1-16-11 |
Homily |
Jesus announces that He is sent to bring the news to all the world, not only the nation of Israel |
| 1-9-11 |
Homily |
Baptism of the Lord - in Baptism, God claims us as His own. We don't need to look for God - we just need be attentive to the hand of God reaching out to us |
| 1-2-11 |
Homily |
Epiphany - The revelation that the mystery of Christ is for all nations, cultures, and people |
1-1-11
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Homily |
Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God - the day Jesus was given His name when He was presented in the Temple. Father Steve talks about the importance of showing reverence and respect for a person's name in the time of Jesus.
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Christmas 2010
Midnight Mass |
Homily |
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| 12-5-10 |
Homily |
Second Sunday of Advent - Sister Anne Becker shares about the ministry of service and justice and the history of the School Sisters of Notre Dame at St. Matthews |
| 11-28-10 |
Homily |
First Sunday of Advent - WAKE UP |
| 11-21-10 |
Homily |
Feast of Christ the King - the whole message of the Gospel comes together when we celebrate the Kingship of Jesus |
| 11-14-10 |
Homily |
Jesus tells us that even when we find ourselves in times of great trials, God's love is there for us.
Also a preview of the Campaign for Human Development next week |
| 11-7-10 |
Homily |
Jesus talks about the resurrection of the dead. In November, we remember our loved ones who have gone to be with the Lord |
| 10-24-10 |
Homily |
Jesus calls us not to see ourselves as better than others, but to show a heart of compassion.
Next steps in the Archdiocesan plan - working committee to review St. Matthew's School
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| 10-17-10 |
Homily |
Father Steve speaks about the Archdiocesan reorganization |
| 10-10-10 |
Homily |
Three lessons from today's Gospel:
Gratitude, love the Lord with our whole heart, Jesus embraces those on the margin. |
| 10-3-10 |
Homily |
"Lord increase our faith." Jesus gives us the big picture, that no matter what trials we encounter in life, God's love is greater. |
| 9-26-10 |
Homily |
The parable of the rich man & Lazarus - "I confess to almighty God ... in what I have failed to do." The rich man was oblivious to the needs of those around him. |
| 9-19-10 |
Homily |
The feast of St. Matthew - "I want mercy, not sacrifice".
God calls us to show mercy and compassion to those on the margin, like Matthew - the outcast and tax collector. |
| 9-12-10 |
Homily |
The Gospel of the outcast. The parables show God as the one who searches for and welcomes back the lost. |
| 9-5-10 |
Homily |
To forsake all to follow Jesus brings us true freedom. Example of C.S. Lewis conversion- he needed to expand his imagination to embrace the message of the Gospel. |
| 8-29-10 |
Homily |
Jesus teaches us about humility - being grounded |
| 8-22-10 |
Homily |
Jesus criticizes the Pharisees for laying burdensome yokes upon the people. His yoke is meant to guide us in the discipleship of His kingdom. |
| 8-15-10 |
Homily |
Assumption Mass & picnic in Cherokee Park
As Mary proclaims in the Gospel, our whole existence comes from God, and He has truly done great things for us |
| 8-1-10 |
Homily |
All 3 readings today warn us against the danger of greed. Jesus teaches us to seek first His kingdom, and to cultivate a heart of gratitude for all God's gifts to us.
(Welcome back Father Steve) |
| 7-11-10 |
no audio |
Compassion - what the Good Samaritan showed by his actions. Jesus calls us to show our compassion by reaching out to those we see wounded in life. |
| 7-4-10 |
Homily |
In today's Gospel the message of Jesus is peace. This theme is echoed in Isaiah and Paul's letter. |
| 6-27-10 |
Gospel & Homily |
The journey as a metaphor for our life in Christ. The Church as a pilgrim people. |
| 6-20-10 |
Gospel & Homily |
We need to pick up our cross and follow Jesus |
| 6-13-10 |
Homily |
God is full of mercy and compassion |
6-6-10
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Homily |
Feast of Corpus Christi
St. Matthew's Class of 2010
If we bring our needs to the Lord, there will be enough.
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| 5-30-10 |
Homily |
When the Spirit comes, he will do 3 things:
1) He will guide us to the truth
2) He will speak what he has learned and tell what is to come
3) He will glorify Jesus |
| 5-23-10 |
no audio - technical difficulties |
Pentecost |
| 5-16-10 |
Homily |
When Jesus ascended to heaven, He left us with the gift of the Holy Spirit so we could carry on His work |
| 5-9-10 |
Homily |
Our first reading teaches how the leaders of the Church settled disputes so that all the disciples could live in peace with respect and harmony |
| 5-1-10 |
Homily |
Jesus last words to His disciples - "Love one another as I have loved you." |
| 4-25-10 |
Gospel and Homily |
"My sheep hear my voice; I Know them, and they follow me. I give them eternal life, and they shall never perish." |
| 4-18-10 |
Gospel and Homily |
The risen Lord is present to us today in the life of the Church |
| 4-11-10 |
Homily |
When Jesus appears to the Apostles, his greeting is "peace". As it was foretold in the scriptures, He comes as the Prince of Peace - the fullness of God's life in us. |
| Easter Vigil |
Homily |
The lessons from our Easter scriptures
1. What God made is good
2. There is one God, who is the source of life, and will be with us
3. God comes to free us
4. In God there is peace, through the gift of Jesus |
Holy Week 2010 |
Tuesday
Wednesday |
no homilies on Palm Sunday, Holy Thursday and Good Friday. We listen to the words of the Gospel Passion. Fr. Steve shares reflections at the weekday Masses on the Servant Songs from Isaiah that foretell Jesus' passion. |
| 3-21-10 |
Homily |
Fifth Sunday of Lent - The story of the woman caught in adultery. As in last week's parable, Jesus illustrates the depths of God's mercy. Father Steve describes how the Sacrament of Reconciliation is a means for us to experience God's love and forgiveness. |
| 3-14-10 |
Homily |
Fourth Sunday of Lent - Parable of the Prodigal Son. God's lavish love for us. |
| 3-7-10 |
Homily |
Third Sunday of Lent - Parable of the fig tree. It's about God's patient love for us, not about judging who is observing the Law. |
| 2-28-10 |
Homily |
Second Sunday of Lent - Transfiguration. Jesus shows us the complexity of life. His glory came only after His suffering and humiliation. |
| 2-21-10 |
Homily |
First Sunday of Lent. The Temptation in the Wilderness. It's about the fundamentals - put God first! |
| 2-14-10 |
Homily |
In Luke's Gospel, Jesus calls us to a conversion in heart and spirit. Preparation for the lessons of the Lenten season. |
| 2-7-10 |
Homily |
Jesus invites us to a fishing expedition. Father Steve talks about the work of chaplains supported by the Catholic Services Appeal |
| 1-31-10 |
Homily |
In Jesus Christ is revealed the all-embracing, all-encompassing, universal love of God. |
| 1-24-10 |
Homily |
The importance of hearing the Word of God. Ezra the priest read the Word to the people of Israel after their captivity ended.
Jesus read the Word to the people in Nazareth. He proclaimed liberty to captives, and the Lord's favor. |
| 1-17-10 |
Homily |
The Wedding at Cana - The gaze of Jesus transforms what is ordinary into something greater. "Jesus looked. Water blushed." (quote from author Oliver Goldsmith)
Contributions for relief to Haiti - inspired by Blessed Pierre Toussaint, Haitian-American en route to canonization |
| 1-10-10 |
Homily |
Baptism of the Lord - "My favor rests on you." This feast is a culmination of the Christmas message |
| 1-3-10 |
Homily |
Epiphany - Joseph led the Holy Family to a place of safety, and they became immigrants. Their journey is similar to the plight of many people in today's world. |
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