Father Chas Canoy Watch the Homily Short Listen to the Homily Short In this reflection for the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord, Father Chas explains how Christ sanctified the waters of baptism and united Himself to our humanity. Drawing on the powerful image of betrothal and marriage, he shows how baptism initiates our … Continued
Father Chas Canoy, Joseph Macklin, & Michael Philpott Watch the Interview Listen to the Interview This special parish event marked the unveiling and reflection on the newly completed sacred mural at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church. Led by Father Chas, the evening opened in prayer and continued with thoughtful conversation alongside the artist, offering insight … Continued
Father Chas Canoy Watch the Apse Painting Introduction Listen to the Apse Painting Introduction The Cosmological Vision of Holy Mass is a sacred artistic work that invites the faithful into a deeper awareness of the mystery they enter every time they celebrate the Holy Mass. As reflected by Father Chas, this artwork reveals the Mass … Continued
This session explores the additional Greek chapter (Chapter 13 / Addition B) In Esther – Episode 4, we continue our journey through the Book of Esther by exploring key passages that reveal God’s providence at work in moments of great risk and courage. This session examines the additional Greek material found in Chapter 13 (also … Continued
To baptize means to dunk, drown, submerse, wash. John’s baptism was something new; there were lots of Jewish washing rituals and rites, but his was so unique that St. John became known as “the Baptizer.” He took the practice of mikvah (mick-VEH; a Jewish bathing ritual) away from the temple and took it out to … Continued