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“Go into all the world and proclaim the
Good News to all creation.” Mark 16:15
This is the question Jesus asks the man in today’s Gospel. But the story isn’t so simple. Jesus heals the man without waiting for an answer. Regardless of our own state, Jesus wants to heal us. John 5:1-16 There was a feast of the Jews, and Jesus went up to Jerusalem. Now there is…
Considering Pope Francis’ recent trip to Iraq, Fr. Michael examines what it meant for Pope Francis to venture into the belly of the beast to bring hope to the Christians there who are some of the most repressed in the world. Matthew 5:17-19 Jesus said to his disciples: “Do not think that I have…
Imagine the colors of Jesus’ love for you. What colors do you see? Fr. Michael teaches that there may be more colors to the love of Jesus than we think. John 2:13-25 Since the Passover of the Jews was near, Jesus went up to Jerusalem. He found in the temple area those who sold…
Repentance, renewal, sorrow. Fr. Michael teaches that to repent from our sins is to be sorrowful and to ask God to renew our hearts and form them through grace and love. Luke 11:29-32 While still more people gathered in the crowd, Jesus said to them, “This generation is an evil generation; it seeks a…
Today’s homily is taken from Ash Wednesday’s live stream Mass at St. Anne’s. Fr. Michael echoes Pope Francis’ message that our Lenten sacrifices should lead us to virtue, and to especially grow in faith, hope and charity. To watch the full Ash Wednesday Mass, click here. Matthew 6:1-6, 16-18 Jesus said to his disciples:…
Special Announcements! Watch Fr. Michael live this Ash Wednesday! St. Anne’s in Barrington will live stream their 8:15am Mass. Click here on Ash Wednesday to tune in: https://stannelivestream.com And stay tuned for another announcement next week as Heart to Heart prepares to launch our first podcast! Today’s Homily Using this Gospel from Mark that illustrates…
Reflecting on the parable of the sower and the seed, Fr. Michael reminds us that the Word of God is rich and deep and that we must dig deep into that richness to be filled with God’s abundance. Mark 4:1-20 On another occasion, Jesus began to teach by the sea. A very large crowd…
As Fr. Michael tells the story of some modern day healing priests who have died recently from Covid, he reminds us that asking for God’s healing means putting ourselves into the loving hands of our Creator and trusting in faith that God’s will be done. Mark 1:29-39 On leaving the synagogue Jesus entered the…
In this Inauguration Day 2021 homily, Fr. Michael reminds us to pray for our politicians while encouraging them to pray as well. The homily closes with a prayer of transition from Eric Immel, SJ. Mark 3:1-6 Jesus entered the synagogue. There was a man there who had a withered hand. They watched Jesus closely…
Preaching on the Baptism of Jesus, Fr. Michael examines what it means for Jesus to enter into the mud and muck of our lives and for each of us to extend a helping hand to those in need. Mark 1:7-11 This is what John the Baptist proclaimed: “One mightier than I is coming after…