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Homily Short, 2nd Sunday Ordinary Time, Jan 18, 2026
Father Randy Koenigsknecht Watch the Homily Short Listen to the Homily Short In this homily, Father Randy reflects on the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord, explaining Jesus’ mission as the Lamb of God who takes away sin and baptizes us with the Holy Spirit. He invites us to ongoing conversion, deeper prayer, and a…
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Homily Short, Feast of the Baptism of the Lord, Jan 11, 2026
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…
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Homily Short, the Epiphany of the Lord, Jan. 04, 2026
Deacon Dave Etters Watch the Homily Short Listen to the Homily Short In this Epiphany reflection, Deacon Dave explores the meaning behind the gifts of the Magi—gold, frankincense, and myrrh—and how they point to who Jesus is: King, God, and Savior. More importantly, he challenges us to consider what we are called to offer Christ…
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Homily Short, Feast of the Holy Family, Dec. 28, 2025
Father Randy Koenigsknecht Watch the Homily Short Listen to the Homily Short What Makes the Holy Family Holy In this reflection, Father Chas invites us to look beyond perfection and rediscover what truly makes a family holy. Drawing from the example of the Holy Family, he emphasizes that holiness comes from intentionally welcoming God into the…
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Homily Short, Fourth Sunday in Advent
Father Chas Canoy Watch the Homily Short Listen to the Homily Short As part of our Creed sermon series marking the 1700th anniversary of the Council of Nicaea, Father Chas reflects on the fourth and final article of the Creed: belief in the one, holy, Catholic, and apostolic Church. This homily explores the Church’s unity…
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Homily, Third Sunday in Advent Guadete Sunday, 12/14/2025
Father Randy Koenigsknecht Watch the Homily Listen to the Homily In this Advent reflection, Father Randy explores the theme of joy and the powerful work of the Holy Spirit. He invites us to see how the Spirit transforms the deserts of our hearts, reminds us of our identity as God’s beloved children, and sends us out…
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Homily Short, Third Sunday in Advent, Gaudete Sunday
Father Randy Koenigsknecht Watch the Homily Short Listen to the Homily Short In this homily, Father Randy reflects on Gaudete Sunday and the joy that marks the presence of the Holy Spirit in our lives. Drawing from the Creed’s profession of faith in the Holy Spirit, he explains how the Spirit is truly God—active, personal, and…
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Homily, Second Sunday in Advent, 12/07/2025
Father Chas Canoy Watch the Homily Listen to the Homily Advent Homily Series: Understanding the Nicene CreedIn this powerful homily, Father Chas guides us through the rich and deeply theological second section of the Nicene Creed: “I believe in one Lord Jesus Christ.” Drawing from Scripture, Church history, and the early councils, he explains the divinity of…
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Homily Short, Second Sunday in Advent
Father Chas Canoy Watch the Homily Short Listen to the Homily Short In this week’s reflection, Father Chas explores the profound truth of the Creed’s declaration: “I believe in one Lord Jesus Christ, the Only Begotten Son of God.” He explains what it means for Jesus to be fully divine, co-eternal with the Father, consubstantial…
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Homily Short, First Sunday in Advent
Father Randy Koenigsknecht Watch the Homily Short Listen to the Homily Short Reflecting on the 1700th anniversary of the Council of Nicaea, Father Randy invites us to rediscover the power of the Creed—especially the personal declaration, “I believe.” Faith becomes alive when we truly know God as Father. This Advent and Christmas, we are invited to…
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Homily, First Sunday in Advent
Father Randy Koenigsknecht Watch the Homily Listen to the Homily Knowing the Father: An Advent Reflection with Father Randy During Advent, we prepare our hearts for Christ’s coming—not only at Christmas, but into every part of our lives. In this heartfelt homily, Father Randy reflects on Jesus’ mission to reveal the Father and invites us to…
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Homily Short, the Solemnity of Christ the King of the Universe
Deacon Dave Etters Watch the Homily Listen to the Homily Encounter a powerful reflection from Deacon Dave on Christ the King—His suffering, His triumph, and the ultimate question we must each answer: Is He King of our hearts? Read or watch the full homily here: Read the Homily Deacon Dave:I’d like to take you on…
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Homily Short, Dedication to the Lateran Basilica in Rome
Father Chas Canoy Watch the Homily Listen to the Homily In this homily, Father Chas reflects on the Feast of the Dedication of the Lateran Basilica, the mother church of all Catholic churches. He reminds us of the Church’s universality, longevity, and Christ’s unbreakable promise that “the gates of hell will never prevail against her.”…
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Homily Short, 31st Sunday Ordinary Time, Commemoration of the Faithful Departed
Deacon Dave Etters Watch the Homily Listen to the Homily In this reflection for the Commemoration of the Faithful Departed (All Souls’ Day), Deacon Dave shares the Church’s timeless teaching on Purgatory, purification, and the hope of heaven. Discover how God’s refining love prepares our souls for eternal joy. Read the Homily Deacon Dave:All Souls…
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Homily Short, 30th Sunday Ordinary Time
Father Randy Koenigsknecht Watch the Homily Listen to the Homily In this reflection, Father Randy unpacks the Five Precepts of the Church — simple yet powerful foundations for living out our Catholic faith. From attending Mass to fasting and confession, these guideposts help us grow closer to Christ and “run the race well.” Read the Homily…
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Homily Short, 29th Sunday Ordinary Time
Watch the Homily Listen to the Homily In a world growing distant from faith, Father Chas reminds us of the Church’s timeless mission: to love God above all things and to love our neighbor as ourselves. Discover how we’re called to be lights of mercy, friendship, and hope—proposing, not imposing, the love of Christ to…
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Homily Short, 28th Sunday Ordinary Time
Watch the Homily Listen to the Homily Join Father Randy as he shares a heartfelt reflection on creating “safe havens” in our homes — places rooted in love, faith, and connection amid the challenges of today’s digital age. Discover how prayer, family unity, and God’s grace can bring healing and protection to our families. Read…
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Homily Short, 27th Sunday Ordinary Time
Watch the Homily Listen to the Homily “Go in Peace. Set the World on Fire.” – Reflection by Deacon DaveIn this powerful reflection, Deacon Dave reminds us that fear is not from God. Drawing on St. Paul’s letter to Timothy, he encourages us to rekindle the flame of faith, to live with power, love, and…
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Homily Short, 26th Sunday Ordinary Time
Watch the Homily Listen to the Homily In this Sunday’s homily, Father Randy reflects on Jesus’ repeated warnings about wealth and the dangers of complacency. True discipleship, he reminds us, calls for compassion — the willingness to suffer with others and let our hearts be moved by their needs. Through God’s grace, we can cultivate…
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Homily Short, 25th Sunday Ordinary Time
Watch the Homily Listen to the Homily In this homily, Father Chas reflects on the powerful truth that God’s love is offered to everyone—without exception. Whether saint or sinner, victim or offender, God desires all people to be saved and to come to the knowledge of the truth. His love is a free gift, not…
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Homily Short, the Feast of the Exaltation of the Cross
Watch the Homily Listen to the Homily the theological significance of the cross in Catholicism and Christianity, emphasizing its role in convicting of sin and offering salvation through Jesus’ sacrifice. Highlighting the transformative power of the cross, turning it from a symbol of death to one of victory and healing, and stressed the importance of…
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Homily Short, 23rd Sunday Ordinary Time
Watch the Homily Short Listen to the Homily Short This passage is a reflection on Luke 14, where Jesus challenges his followers with strong language about “hating” one’s family to be his disciple. Father Chas explains that Jesus is not literally calling for hatred but is using hyperbole—much like when he spoke of cutting off…
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Canonization of Blessed Carlo Acutis and Pier Giorgio Frassati, 09/07/2025
Watch the Video Clip Listen Join Father Chas as he reflects on the historic canonization of St. Pier Giorgio Frassati and St. Carlo Acutis, the first saints of Pope Leo XIV’s pontificate. Discover how these two young men—one a joyful mountain climber of the early 20th century, the other a millennial teen who built a…
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Homily Short, 22nd Sunday Ordinary Time
Watch the Homily Listen to the Homily In this Sunday’s homily, Father Randy reflects on Jesus’ teaching in Luke 14:1, 7-14 about humility at the Pharisees’ table. True humility is not about seeking recognition or false modesty, but about recognizing that every gift we have comes from God and that, even at our lowest, we…