This week Fr. Michael takes inspiration from a parishioner who asked for grace from his family as he was going to have a difficult week. Fr. Michael talks about the need for patience and grace that we all should be giving to our family members, our monastic brothers and sisters, and our friends. He links this with Genesis 9 and the way Noah's son's treated h ... Show More
Oct 28
Peace, Forgiveness, and the Father's Gaze
This week Mother Natalia reflects on a talk she gave and a talk she heard at that same conference. She reflects on a passage from the Gospel of John, where Jesus talks about peace and forgiveness in seemingly rapid fire fashion. She then shares how interior peace and forgiveness ... Show More
59m 23s
Oct 2023
Your Pastor Needs Help. Here's Where You Come In.
Today, Ascension is pulling one out of the vault, and Fr. Mike tells you why your parish priest needs you (and how you can help).
The value of a new parishioner introducing him or herself to the parish and just asking the priest, “How can I help?” is priceless.
When entering a n ... Show More
6m 51s
Sep 2022
Day 263: The Father's Generosity (2022)
Fr. Mike takes us through various parables in Matthew such as the parable of the lost sheep, the merciful servant, and the laborers in the vineyard. He invites us not to be envious when others are blessed, but to allow the Father to be generous. Today's readings are Matthew 18-21 ... Show More
27m 59s
Sep 2024
Day 263: The Father's Generosity (2024)
Fr. Mike takes us through various parables in Matthew such as the parable of the lost sheep, the merciful servant, and the laborers in the vineyard. He invites us not to be envious when others are blessed, but to allow the Father to be generous. Today's readings are Matthew 18-21 ... Show More
27m 59s