Preaching Notes – What’s In A Name? (11 May 2025)
The man elected Pope immediately is asked, “Do you accept your canonical election as Supreme Pontiff?” If answered affirmatively, he instantly becomes the new pope,
Category: Pastor’s Pondering
Habemus Papam – New Pope Leo (9 May 2025)
Our God is ever the God of Surprises! A Chicago born priest who hails as a citizen from both Americas and belongs to the Order
Preaching Notes – 3rd Sunday of Easter [Year C] (4 May 2025)
There is a play on words in today’s Gospel episode that only is understood in the original language (John 21:1-19). When Jesus first asks Peter,
FEAST DAY: Saint Catherine of Siena (29 April)
From Saint Catherine of Siena, from today’s entry from her in the Office of Readings: “Eternal God, You are a mystery as deep as the
Papal Succession – Briefly Explained (28 April 2025)
PAPAL SUCCESSION The death of a pope marks the ending of a leader’s reign and also signals the beginning of a sacred transition for the
Two Prayers – For the Repose of Pope Francis’ Soul, For the Cardinal Electors
A Prayer for Pope Francis Gracious God, as You reward all who believe in You, we pray that You may welcome Your servant, Pope Francis,
Pope Francis – Initial Reactions to His Death (22 April 2025)
The first message I received was from a friend in Europe: The Pope passed away. Initially, I thought it was in error. After all, just
Good Friday – Why The Cross? (18 April 2025)
The CROSS thunders supremely that there is no place I can run, no place I can hide, no pain that afflicts, however intense and tortuous,
Holy Thursday – Jesus’ Eucharist Demonstrates Unfathomable Depths of Divine Love (17 April 2025)
During the Last Supper, Jesus opens wide his sacred heart: “I have earnestly desired to eat this Passover with you before I suffer” (Luke 22:15). The
Tuesday of Holy Week (15 April 2025)
Peter said to him [Jesus], “Master, why can’t I follow you now? I will lay down my life for you.” Jesus answered, “Will you lay