Being Held Back | Lessons for the School of Suffering – Chapter 8

Chapter 8 – Being Held Back It’s easy to fall into the trap of discouragement. In this chapter Fr. Jim teaches the ways he dealt with that downward spiral. In case you missed them The Introduction Chapter 1 – The First Day of School Chapter 2 – The Student Body Chapter 3 – Homework & Tests Chapter 4 – Prayer in [the] School [of Suffering] Chapter 5 – Guidance and Peer Counseling Chapter 6 – Required Texts Chapter 7 – Examination Week Suffering with Grace, 25th Anniversary Edition If you would…

Examination Week | Lessons for the School of Suffering – Chapter 7

Chapter 7 – Examination Week …when we face the reality of our death, we begin to understand the greater reality of eternal life and how this life is simply a preparation for everlasting life. But still, it’s very hard to let go of this life. In case you missed them The Introduction Chapter 1 – The First Day of School Chapter 2 – The Student Body Chapter 3 – Homework & Tests Chapter 4 – Prayer in [the] School [of Suffering] Chapter 5 – Guidance and Peer Counseling Chapter 6 – Required Texts…

Vulnerable Christ – Fr. Michael’s New Video Homily

Evangelize Seekers. Inspire Believers. Foster Disciples. Vulnerable Christ Jesus came into this world as a vulnerable infant and left in a position of ultimate vulnerability on the cross. Given on the confluence of feasts and memories for the Church and his dear Fr. Fr. Jim Willig, Fr. Michael delivers a powerful homily on becoming vulnerable for Jesus. PLEASE NOTE: There were several sections of distorted audio in this homily. For the most part the distortion is gone but some sections Fr….

Required Text | Lessons for the School of Suffering – Chapter 6

Chapter 6 – Required Text Even a priest didn’t think to turn to his Bible first, even though that’s exactly what he needed the most. In case you missed them The Introduction Chapter 1 – The First Day of School Chapter 2 – The Student Body Chapter 3 – Homework & Tests Chapter 4 – Prayer in [the] School [of Suffering] Chapter 5 – Guidance and Peer Counseling Suffering with Grace, 25th Anniversary Edition If you would like a physical copy of Fr. Jim’s book for yourself or to give someone else,…

[Watch] Suffering with Grace | Fr. Jim’s 25th Anniversary

click to watch the video Suffering with Grace – 25th Anniversary Transformed into a “Living Saint” Fr. Jim’s story is told by him, his family and friends in this video released shortly after his death. This version, converted from DVD, includes a new introduction by Fr. Michael Sparough, SJ, Heart to Heart President and best friend of Fr. Jim. Opt Out of Receiving Fr. Jim Anniversary Emails CLICK HERE if you don’t want to receive these Lessons from the School of Suffering emails.

Guidance & Peer Counseling | Lessons for the School of Suffering – Chapter 5

Chapter 5 – Guidance & Peer Counseling Coming to terms with losing control of one’s own life and direction. In case you missed them The Introduction Chapter 1 – The First Day of School Chapter 2 – The Student Body Chapter 3 – Homework & Tests Chapter 4 – Prayer in [the] School [of Suffering] If you would like a physical copy of Fr. Jim’s book for yourself or to give someone else, you can find it on our website: htoh.us/shop. Opt Out of Receiving Lessons Emails CLICK HERE if you don’t want to…

God’s Challenge: Love Your Enemies – Fr. Michael’s New Video Homily

Evangelize Seekers. Inspire Believers. Foster Disciples. God’s Challenge: Love Your Enemies Jesus challenges his disciples to love their enemies. Fr. Michael challenges us to live our Christian faith; to be different than those we might convert. Matthew 5:43-48 SHARE INSTAGRAM YOUTUBE HTOH.US Fr. Michael’s Public Schedule 8:15 AM Mass – Most Wednesdays @ St. Anne’s in Barrington September 18 – 20, 2026 Charismatic Retreat: A New Heart Sunday, October 25, 2026 Veterans “Coming Home” Retreat…

Prayer in School | Lessons for the School of Suffering – Chapter 4

Chapter 4 – Prayer in School “Without a doubt, prayer has been my greatest source of strength in times of my greatest weakness. …” In case you missed them The Introduction Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 If you would like a physical copy of Fr. Jim’s book for yourself or to give someone else, you can find it on our website: htoh.us/shop. Opt Out of Receiving Lessons Emails CLICK HERE if you don’t want to receive these Lessons from the School of Suffering emails.

Homework & Tests | Lessons for the School of Suffering – Chapter 3

Chapter 3 – Homework & Tests Staying at his parents’ home, Fr. Jim recovers from his initial surgery and begins chemotherapy and his body must adjust to a new attack, the treatment itself. In case you missed them The Introduction Chapter 1 Chapter 2 If you would like a physical copy of Fr. Jim’s book for yourself or to give someone else, you can find it on our website: htoh.us/shop. Opt Out of Receiving Lessons Emails CLICK HERE if you don’t want to receive these Lessons from the School of…

Corpus Christi – Fr. Michael’s New Video Homily

Evangelize Seekers. Inspire Believers. Foster Disciples. Corpus Christi Jesus gives us the gift of his heart to sustain us. *NOTE* In today’s homily the audio for the Gospel reading was too low and not useable. Click here to read the full Gospel passage if you wish. John 6:51-58 SHARE INSTAGRAM YOUTUBE HTOH.US Fr. Michael’s Public Schedule 8:15 AM Mass – Most Wednesdays @ St. Anne’s in Barrington June 19 – 20, 2026 The Spiritual Heart of Women September 18 – 20, 2026 Charismatic Retreat: A…