Tag: Priesthood
Pope Saint Pius X to Priests
In 1908 Pope Saint Pius X penned an exhortation to priests, called Haerent Animo. It should be required reading of any Pope, Cardinal, Bishop, Priest.If you are a priest, go read this letter. If you are not, either email the link to your priest… Continue Reading “Pope Saint Pius X to Priests”
Mass of Thanksgiving homily-The Priesthood
I was very honored recently to have been asked to preach for my friend’s Mass of Thanksgiving following his ordination to the sacred priesthood. The following is the homily I preached at his Mass, which was the extended vigil of Pentecost: “Ave, Imperator, morituri… Continue Reading “Mass of Thanksgiving homily-The Priesthood”
Good Shepherd Sunday (Fourth Sunday of Easter)
Sometimes when we hear of shepherds in scripture or think of Jesus as a good shepherd we get an image of a sort of wimpy man quietly petting sheep. Certainly being a shepherd entails a certain gentleness and patience, but these aspects are not… Continue Reading “Good Shepherd Sunday (Fourth Sunday of Easter)”
Saint Patrick
In today’s day and age, at least in the USA, the memorial of Saint Patrick is often used as an excuse for debauchery. Cities color their rivers green and people go to bars. Saint Patrick would tell these people to use their energy to… Continue Reading “Saint Patrick”
Pray for Priests, Get to Confession this Lent, and many times throughout the year
Most likely your parish priest(s) is/are about to begin the penance service cycle during Lent. Lots of travel, nights hearing confessions, and also fraternal time spent together. A lot of grace, but also this can be physically tiring. Please be sure to pray for… Continue Reading “Pray for Priests, Get to Confession this Lent, and many times throughout the year”
Saint Aloysius Gonzaga
Today is the Feast of Saint Aloysius Gonzaga. I am assigned to the Church under his patronage, so this is a special day here. I was privileged to preach at the morning Mass. To find out more about Saint Aloysius, click here Also, here… Continue Reading “Saint Aloysius Gonzaga”
