8th Grade Graduation Mass – Preaching Notes (22 May 2025)
Just prior to Jesus’ Ascension, the disciples are at the edge of a new beginning. They ask Jesus if He is going to restore the
Category: Pastor’s Pondering
Confirmation and It’s Life-Changing Impact (19 May 2025)
What a great joy it was to have so many receiving the Sacrament of Confirmation yesterday! While Baptism is our Christian birth, Confirmation leads us
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,
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