Ad Jesum per Mariam

Lent: A Journey of Grace, Not Just Sacrifice The Church reflects, in today’s readings, . . . . . . on the traditional Lenten practice of giving up things and making commitments to God but suggests ...

8 Mar 202514min

The Spiritual Meaning of Lent: Lenten Conference #1 Psalm 95 and Psalm 51: The Foundations of Lent’s Spiritual Journey During each Friday of the Lenten Season, there will be a Lenten Devotional Con...

7 Mar 202534min

Seeking God’s Will: The Foundation of Lasting Relationships The readings explore the themes of friendship, commitment, and obedience to God’s will. The Homily begins with a discussion on the nature ...

3 Mar 202526min

The Mystery of Belonging: Receiving the Kingdom as a Child The readings today explore the profound mystery . . . . . . behind Jesus’ invitation for children to come to Him. We all have heard the st...

1 Mar 202521min

Walking in Wisdom: Preparing for Lent with Sirach As the Catholic Church approaches the Lenten season; we stand at the threshold of a sacred time—a time to reflect on the profound mystery of our sa...

1 Mar 202515min

The Chair of St. Peter: A Seat of Authority and Faith The Church emphasizes the significance of the Chair of St. Peter, . . . . . . on this Feast Day, which symbolizes the authority and witness of ...

24 Feb 202531min

The Tower of Babel and the Danger of Self-Glorification St. Augustine’s definition of sin is self-centeredness . . . . . . when a person turns inward instead of toward God. Using the metaphor of a b...

23 Feb 20259min

The Strength of Restraint: Lessons from David and Jesus The Homily reflects on a challenging Gospel passage that urges . . . . . . believers to transcend the natural human desire for revenge and vi...

23 Feb 202527min