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Tony (akadavil) Midnight Mass: 1-page summary: Is 9:1-6; Ti 2:11-14; Lk 2:1-14. e. Menu Skip to content. Tony; Question of the Week; RCIA Lessons; Faith OT II [C] (Jan 19) Sunday Homily- One-page summary (L-25) Central theme: This week we are at a wedding in Cana where Jesus reveals Divine power by transforming water into wine. It is also a time for purifying our hearts by repentance and Read all of the posts by Tony Kadavil on Fr Tony's Homilies. In other words, keeping a personal relationship Dec 6-11 : Kindly click on for missed Sunday and weekday homilies, RCIA & Faith formation classes: Click on the link given after the name of the saint ,for a short biography. All Saints Day is intended to honor the memory of countless unknown and uncanonized saints who have no feast days. Introduction: The Greek word Epiphany (επιφάνεια), means appearance or manifestation. May 27- June 1, 2024: Kindly click on or visit my website missed homilies. 58 Fr Tony's Homilies Sunday & weekday homilies, RCIA, Faith Formation & Bible classes. ) 17) Washed Away in a New Beginning : Some of you may have seen the movie O Brother, Where Art Thou ? This is a whimsical retelling of Homer’s Odyssey set in 1930s Mississippi. N “Scriptural Homilies” Cycle B (No 45) by Fr. This annual observance was instituted 98 years ago in 1926 by Pope Pius XI’s Papal decree. OT II [C] (Jan 19) Sunday Homily- One-page summary (L-25) Central theme: This week we are at a wedding in Cana where Jesus reveals Divine power by transforming water FR. " 14 But he said to him, "Man, who made me a judge or divider over you?" 15 And he said to them, "Take heed, and beware of all covetousness; for a man’s life does not consist in the abundance of his possessions. Both growths are slow and mysterious, guided by the power of the Holy Spirit. OT XXII [B] (Sept 1, 2024) (Eight-minute homily in one page) L/24 Introduction: Today’s readings explain that true religion is not simply a scrupulous, external observance of rules, laws, traditions and rituals. Archbishop’s Christmas message: Christmas is a wonderful time of year. The priest “Scriptural Homilies” Cycle B (No 47) by Fr. Scripture lessons: The first reading tells us of how (September 2-7, 2024) Sept 2 Monday: Lk 4:16-30: 16 And he came to Nazareth, where he had been brought up; and he went to the synagogue, as his custom was, on the Sabbath day. Central theme: This Sunday, at the end of Church’s liturgical year, the readings describe the enthronement of the victorious Christ as King in Heaven OT XX [B] (Aug 18) Eight-minute homily in one page (L/24) Introduction: Today’s readings stress the fact that the Holy Eucharist, the perfect fulfillment of the symbol of the manna of the Old Testament, is the Food that gives us life forever. Just as Jesus became the “Promised Messiah of Glory” and the Easter IV to Pentecost uploaded: Pentecost [June 5) Sunday (8-minute homily in one page) Pentecost literally means 50th. 8 “So do not be like them; for 11your Father knows what you need before you ask Him. They ask one for total commitment made in total freedom with the spirit of patient love, — that is, to say an unconditional “Yes” to Jesus and to the Christian life, as a true disciple of Christ. Central theme: Today’s readings give us the assurance that our God will be with us all the days of our lives and that we will have the ongoing presence of the PRAYERFUL NEW YEAR’S GREETINGS & GOD'S BLESSINGS Thank you for being God’s instrument of blessing in my life by your valuable prayers and encouraging support for my Internet & Email Gospel ministry in the past years. (Fr. Every year since then, the universal Church has dedicated the month of October to Holy Thursday evening Mass (March 28) 8-minute homily in one page L/24. XXXIII [B] (Nov 17) Sunday (8-minute homily in one page). Tony; Question of the Week; RCIA Lessons; Faith Formation Lessons; “Scriptural Homilies” Cycle B no. Central theme: Today’s Scripture readings describe Christian leadership as the sacrificial service done for Fr Tony's Homilies Sunday & weekday homilies, RCIA, Faith Formation & Bible classes. Today, pastoral ministry includes Sept 19-24: Click on for missed homilies: Sept 19, Monday: (St. 2But whoever enters through the gate is the shepherd of the sheep. Tony) 2016 CHRISTMAS- GOD’S SHARING LOVE AS AN EMMANUEL & SAVIOR Homily starter1)“Abnormal” birth: After explaining childbirth, the biologyteacher asked her 3rd graders to write an essay on "childbirth" in their April 1-6: April 1 Monday: Mt 28:8-15: 8 So they departed quickly from the tomb with fear and great joy and ran to tell his disciples. Advent III [C] (Dec 15) Eight-minute homily in one page (L-24) The central theme of today’s readings is the command “Rejoice!” We are to do so mainly by realizing the presence of Jesus in our midst, by receiving Jesus into our lives through our repentance, by our renewal of life, and by our faithful doing of God’s will. August 26-31, 2024: Aug 26 Monday: Mt 23:13-22: 13 "But woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! because you shut the kingdom of heaven against men; for you neither enter yourselves, nor allow those who would enter to go October 21-26, 2024: Oct 21 Monday: Lk 12:13-21: 13 One of the multitude said to him, "Teacher, bid my brother divide the inheritance with me. Scripture lessons: The first reading, taken from Acts, tells us how the eleven apostles as one unit, relying on the power of God, elected Matthias June 24-29: June 24 Monday (The nativity of St. Introduction: We celebrate three anniversaries on Holy Thursday: 1) the anniversary of the first Holy Mass; 2) the anniversary of the institution of ministerial priesthood in order to perpetuate the Holy Mass, to convey God’s forgiveness to repentant sinners, and to preach the Good News of Advent II [B] (Dec 10th) (Eight-minute homily in one page) L/23 Introduction: Homecoming is the central theme of the Scripture readings for the Second Sunday of Advent. Legal warning to to the June 24-29: June 24 Monday (The nativity of St. 58 OT XVII [A] Sunday (July 30) one-page summary of an 8-minute homily Introduction: Today’s readings teach us that Faith in Jesus as our God and Savior and sacrificing everything in life to do the will of God are equivalent to discovering and possessing the most valuable treasure or the pearl of great price. Sunday & Daily Homily Resources; About Fr. January 9-14, 2023: Click on missed homilies: Jan 9 Monday: (The Baptism of the Lord) (Is42:1-4, 6-7; Acts 10: 34-38; Mt 3:13-17) Introduction: The Baptism of the Lord is the great event celebrated OT XIII [B] (June 30) Eight-minute homily in one page Introduction: Today’s readings speak of the gift of life, both physical and spiritual, that God has given us. Advent III [A] (Dec 11) (Eight-minute homily in one page) L/22 Introduction: Today’s readings invite us to rejoice at the rebirth of Jesus in our lives as we are preparing for our annual Christmas celebration. Maximilian Kolbe says, ‘ If angels could be jealous of men, they would be so for one reason: Holy Communion. The readings also challenge us to use our God-given authority in the family, in the Church, and in society, with fidelity and responsibility. Scripture lessons summarized: In the first reading, God addresses Job for the first time, questioning his right to OT XVI [A] Sunday (July 23) (Eight-minutes homily in one page) Introduction: Today’s readings tell us about a very patient and compassionate God Who is hopeful that the so-called “weeds” among us will be converted. Tony; Question of the Week; RCIA Lessons; Faith Formation Lessons; Picture Gallery; Search for: Sept 9-14 weekday homilies. They urge and challenge us to be grateful for our health in body and soul and to use God’s gifts of life and health responsibly. THE ASCENSION OF OUR LORD [May 14 & 18 Eight-minute homily in one page . To play the role of Billie Holliday, singer Diana Ross spent almost nine months reading clippings about Billie, sifting through pictures of her and listening over and Advent III [A] (Dec 11) (Eight-minute homily in one page) L/22 Introduction: Today’s readings invite us to rejoice at the rebirth of Jesus in our lives as we are preparing for our annual Christmas celebration. Today we thank God for February 27—March 4: (Click on for missed homilies). Dec 28-Jan 2: OT XVII [B] Sunday (B)July 28, 2024 Eight-minute homily in one page (L-24). Sharing with others Jesus, the Emmanuel living within us, is the best Christmas gift we can give, or receive, today. The second purpose is to bring us to renew our Baptismal promises of rejecting Satan and accepting Jesus as our Lord and Savior, allowing him to April 22-27: April 22 Monday: Jn 10:1-10: 1Jesus said: “Amen, amen, I say to you, whoever does not enter a sheepfold through the gate but climbs over elsewhere is a thief and a robber. Looking through the telescope of Christ’s Resurrection, the New Testament authors, as well as the Fathers of the Church, reexamined Fr Tony's Homilies Sunday & weekday homilies, RCIA, Faith Formation & Bible classes. September 29, 2024 Homilies Webmaster. Scripture lessons: The first reading, taken from Acts, tells us how the eleven apostles as one unit, relying on the power of God, elected Matthias to replace Judas. June 17-22: June 17 Monday: Mt 5:38-42: You have heard that it was said, `An eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth. Januarius, Bishop, Martyr): ( ) Lk 8:16-18: 16 “No one after lighting a lamp covers it with a vessel, or puts it under a Sept 8th: The Feast of Nativity of Blessed Virgin Mary Three Questions answered: Q 1: Do Catholics worship Mary? Fact 1: Catholics don’t worship or adore Mary because we worship only God, and Mary is not God. September 16-21; Sept (“Scriptural Homilies” no. Tony Kayala. 54 by Fr. Simon Stock, an English Carmelite, became the superior of all the Carmelites in 1247. Central Theme: The Second Sunday of Advent challenges us to prepare a royal highway in our hearts so that we may receive Jesus as our saving God on Christmas. We become holy by confessing our sins to God and offering our lives for God’s glory and by sharing God’s love with everyone around us without discriminating against OT XXIII [B] (Sept 8) Eight-minute homily in one page (L/24) Introduction:Today’s Scripture readings from Isaiah, James, and Mark give us two challenges: 1) Ask God’s help to open our spiritually blind eyes, deaf ears, and free our mute tongue. How? We have to transform our dull and sleepy spiritual life into dynamic Christian life during Lent. May the LORD bless you and keep you! May the LORD let his face shine upon you and be gracious to you! July 8-13: July 8 Monday: Mt 9:18-26: : 18 While he was thus speaking to them, behold, a ruler came in and knelt before him, saying, "My daughter has just died; but come and lay your hand on her, and she will live. We should also be prepared for Christ’s daily coming into our lives in the Holy Eucharist, in the Holy Bible, in everyone we encounter, and in Feb 28 Tuesday: Mt 6:7-15: 7 “And when you are praying, do not use meaningless repetition as the Gentiles do, for they suppose that they will be heard for their 10many words. com. We should also be prepared for Christ’s daily coming into our lives in the Holy Eucharist, in the Holy Bible, in everyone we encounter, and in the praying (The Assumption of Blessed Virgin Mary) (Aug 15, 2023) Lk 1:39-56: One- page synopsis. A. December 25, 2020 Uncategorized Webmaster. OT VI [A] Sunday (Feb 12) Eight-minute homily in one page Introduction: Today’s readings challenge us to choose freely and wisely to observe the laws given by a loving and caring God. But if any one strikes you on the right cheek, turn to him the other also; 40 and if anyone would sue you and take your coat, let him have your cloak as well; 41 and if any one forces you to go one mile, go with OT XII [B] SUNDAY (June 23) 8-minute homily in 1- page (L-24) Introduction: The role of God in calming the storms of life both in the history of the Church and in the lives of Christians is the central theme of the readings for this Storm Sunday. September 14, 2024 Homilies Tony Kadavil. (John 16) 1 "I have said all this to you to keep you from falling away. Pardon me for the oversight. He opened the book and found the place where it was written, 18 “The Spirit of the Lord Easter VII [B] (May 12) Eight-minute homily in one page (L-24) Introduction: Christian love resulting in the unity of all Christian denominations is the main theme of today’s Scripture lessons. Dec 6 Monday (St. 23 However, boats from O T VI [B] (Feb 11) Eight-minute homily in one page (L/24). " 19 And Jesus rose and OT XIX [A] (Aug 13) Sunday Homily (8-minute homily in one page) Introduction: The readings for this week speak of God’s saving presence among His people, our need for trusting Faith in our loving and providing God Who always keeps us company, and our need for prayer in storms of life. com) 18- Additional anecdotes: 1) Two Fat Ladies. Today’s Gospel story of ‘the forgetful lepers presents a God Who desires gratitude from us for the many blessings we receive from Him, and Who feels pain at our These are the correct readings for April 8-13. It is a feast celebrated on the 50th day after the Passover feast by the Jews and a feast celebrated on the 50th day after the feast of the Resurrection of Jesusby Christians. Introduction: Today’s readings invite us to become humble instruments in God’s hands by sharing our blessings with our needy brothers and sisters. They are also about the Trustworthiness and Justice of God, the type of Justice that reaches out to the poor and the April 11-16 (Holy Week):Kindly click on for missed Sunday and weekday homilies, RCIA & Faith formation classes: April 11 Monday: Jn 12:1-11: 1 Six days before the Passover, Jesus came to Bethan LENT II [B] SUNDAY (Feb 25) Eight minute-homily in one page (L24) Introduction: The common theme of today’s readings is challenge for metamorphosis or transformation, especially during this Lent season. They warn us that we should not be in a hurry to eliminate such elements from the Church or society or the family based on unwarranted and hasty judgment. There are decorations, songs, gift–giving, and gatherings with loved ones. Tony; WORLD MISSION SUNDAY [C] (Oct 24) summary (L/21) Introduction: Over one billion Catholics all over the world observe today as World Mission Sunday. Tony Kadavil. 2) Share in Jesus’ healing ministry by lending to him our eyes, ears, tongues, and OT XXIV [B] (Sept 15) (Eight-minute homily in one page) L-24 Introduction: Today’s Gospel explains the basis of our Faith as our acceptance of Jesus as the Christ, the Son of the Living God and our Lord and Savior. (L/24) Introduction: The primary purpose of Lent is to prepare us for the celebration of Jesus’ death and Resurrection. Today, we celebrate the risen Lord as the Good Shepherd who lays down his life for his sheep. March 4, 2023 Homilies Tony Kadavil. Q 2: Why do Catholics venerate Mary? Mary herself Easter V [B] (April 28) Eight-minute homily in one page (L-24) Introduction: Today’s Scripture selections emphasize the need for Christians to abide in Christ as a condition for producing fruits of kindness, mercy, charity, and holiness. Tony) L/21 (Gospel readings suggested: Matthew 1:16, 18-23, 24a or Mt 1: 18-23). Oct 14-19: Oct 14 Monday: O. August 18, 2024 Homilies Webmaster. This is also the World Day of Prayer for Vocations. What is the real message of the cross?1) God’s demonstration of His love for man. John the Baptist): For a brief biography click on Lk 1:57-66, 80: 57 Now the time came for Elizabeth to be delivered, and she gave birth to a son. Gregory of Narek, Abbot & Doctor of the Church): For a short biography, click here: Matthew 25:31-46 : “When the S Fr Tony's Homilies Sunday & weekday homilies, RCIA, Faith Formation & Bible classes. Tony’s Homily from December 29, 2024The Holy Family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph===========================Website: https://stpatlou. Introduction: Today’s readings describe the Ascension of the Lord Jesus into his Heavenly glory after promising to send the Holy Spirit to the Apostles as the source of Heavenly power and commanding them to bear witness to Him through their lives and preaching throughout the world. Scripture lessons: Posts about Homilies written by Webmaster. It teaches us that there are three distinct Persons in one God, sharing the same Divine Nature, co-equal and OT XXI [A] Sunday (Aug 27) Eight-minute homily in one page (LP/23) Introduction: We might call this Sunday “Power Sunday” because the main theme of all three readings is that God is the Source of all authority. Every year since then, the universal Church has dedicated the month of October to reflection on OT XXIV [B] (Sept 15) (Eight-minute homily in oe page) L-24 Introduction: Today’s Gospel explains the basis of our Faith as our acceptance of Jesus as the Christ, the Son of the Living God and our Lord and Savior. These homilies are meant for priests and Deacons to prepare their homilies in their parishes. This Sunday, Jesus asserts that to eat this Fr Tony's Homilies Sunday & weekday homilies, RCIA, Faith Formation & Bible classes. Describing the humble beginning of the public ministry of Jesus, today’s Scripture readings teach us that Christ has brought us from the darkness of sin. Three sets of Christmas homilies attached. Tony; Question of the Week; RCIA Lessons; Faith Formation Lessons; Picture Gallery; Search for: Nov 4-9 (2024) weekday homilies. God shares His authority with civil rulers elected to serve the people and with the Pope and the other Church leaders for the material and spiritual welfare of Dec 20-25:Prayerful Christmas Greetings. 2 They will OT XXII (A) (Sept 3) Eight-minute homily in one page Introduction: Today’s Gospel passage reminds us that Christian discipleship demands self-control (“Deny yourself”), the willingness to suffer (“take up your cross”), the readiness to follow Jesus by obeying his commandment of love, and generosity in surrendering our lives to God (“to offer our bodies as Since the Turks had started conquering Palestine by 1235, the hermits decided to go back to Europe, where they built monasteries in Cyprus, Italy, France, and England. On this feast day we are offering our own families and all their members on the altar to ask God’s blessing on them and to obtain for them the guidance of the Holy Family. Introduction: All three readings today teach us that we are called to become pure and holy. Tony; the acceptance of suffering with one hundred percent commitment to her heroic mission. Finally, it outlines the three conditions for Christian July 29-Aug 3: July 29 Monday: (Saints Martha, Mary and Lazarus): ): For a brief biography click on Jn 11:19-27 or Lk 10:38-42: 19 Many of the Jews had come to Martha and Mary to console them conce I assure you of my special prayers during my Christmas Holy Masses and every day in the New Year. All three readings focus on the absolute necessity of our getting ready for Christ’s “Homecoming” into our hearts and lives by true repentance, reparation, prayer and the renewal of our lives. Tony; Question of the Week; RCIA Lessons; Faith Formation Lessons; Picture Gallery; Search for: Oct 14-19 weekday homilies. Again, how? By cooperating with the grace of Fr. Introduction: The central theme of today’s readings is gratitude – in particular, the expression of gratitude God expects from us. May Dec 9-14: Dec 9 Monday (Immaculate Conception of BVM) (non-obligatory day in the USA): Mary’s prophecy, given in her Magnificat (“Behold all generations will call me blessed,” was fulfilled when the Catholic Church declared four dogmas of Faith about her: 1-The Immaculate Conception, 2-The Perpetual Virginity, 3-The Divine Maternity, 4-The Assumption. 10 ’13Your kingdom Easter VII [B] (May 12) Eight-minute homily in one page (L-24) Introduction: Christian love resulting in the unity of all Christian denominations is the main theme of today’s Scripture lessons. XXVIII [C] Sunday (Oct 9) Eight-minute homily in one page . S. Clarissa Dickson Wright is a British celebrity chef She and Jennifer Paterson, are best known as the Two Fat Ladies on the British television cooking show of that name. It also tells us that Christ Jesus suffered, died, and rose again, to become our Savior. Tony's Homilies. ) Is Christmas the greatest feast One-page summary OT 34 [B] / Christ the King Sunday (Nov 24, 2024) Introduction This Sunday, the last in Cycle B of the Church’s liturgical year, the readings describe the enthronement of the victorious Christ as King in OT XXXII [B] (Nov 10) Sunday (Eight-minute homily in one page)L/24 Introduction: Today’s readings invite us to surrender our lives to God with a humble and generous heart, by serving others lovingly and sacrificially. Legal warning to to the May 6-11: May 6 Monday: Jn 15:26—16:4a:: 26 But when the Counselor comes, whom I shall send to you from the Father, even the Spirit of truth, who proceeds from the Father, he will bear witness to me; 27 and you also are witnesses, because you have been with me from the beginning. , “Rejoice in OT XXVII [B] Sunday (Oct 6) 8-minute homily in 1 page L/24 Introduction: Today’s Scripture readings are about the bond of love that marriage creates between a man and a woman, a bond that God intends to be permanent. O. Tony: akadavil. , St. OT XXVI [B] (Sept 29) Eight-minute homily in one page (L/24) Introduction: Today’s Scripture readings give us a strong warning against jealousy, intolerance, and giving scandal. June 1, 2024 Homilies Webmaster. When we sin — violate God’s Commandments — we distance ourselves from Him; when we refuse, or fear, to admit our sins, we deny ourselves God’s freely offered pardon and forgiveness. They preached the joys of cooking that accurately, if irreverently, described OT XIII [C] Sunday (June 26) Homily (one-page summary) L/22 Introduction: Today’s readings are about God’s call and man’s commitment in answer to that call. Tony (akadavil@gmail. ” 11 While Epiphany of the Lord (Jan 8) (8-minute homily in 1 page) L/23. org/Instagram: https:/ Fr Tony's Homilies Sunday & weekday homilies, RCIA, Faith Formation & Bible classes. The Baptism of the Lord [C] (Jan 12)-8-minute homily in one page L/25Introduction:The Baptism of the Lord is the great event celebrated by the Eastern churches on the feast of Dec 16-21: Dec 16 Monday: Mt: 21:23-27: 23 And when he entered the temple, the chief priests and the elders of the people came up to him as he was teaching, and said, "By what authority are you doing these things, and who gave you this authority?" 24 Jesus answered them, "I also will ask Holy Family of Jesus, Mary & Joseph [C] (Dec 29)) 8-minute homily in 1 page (L-24) Central theme: On the last Sunday of the calendar year, we celebrate the Feast of the Holy Family. Introduction: Today’s readings introduce Jesus as a prophet and explain how prophets and other messengers from God inevitably suffer rejection. X [B] (June 9, 2024) Eight-minute Homily in one-page. 7aby Fr. But we don’t become holy by some ritual observances. Fact 2: We venerate her, honor her, and love her as Jesus’ mother and our Heavenly Mother. DECEMBER 31, 2024. C. Scripture lessons: The first reading, taken from the book of the prophet June 24-29: June 24 Monday (The nativity of St. Q 2: Why do FATHER’S DAY (in U. This annual observance was instituted 95 years ago in 1926 by Pope Pius XI’s Papal decree. The Bible begins with one wedding, that of Adam and Eve in the garden (Gn 2:23-24), and ends with another, the marriage supper of August 12-17: Weekday homilies August 12-17: Aug 12 Monday: [Saint Jane Frances de Chantal, Religious]: For a brief biography, click on, Mt 17:22-27: 22 As they were gathering in Galilee, Jesus May the LORD bless you and keep you! May the LORD let his face shine upon you and be gracious to you! May the LORD look upon you kindly and give you peace! (Book of Numbers 6: 24-26) Christmas:A Thematic Homily (1-page summary): Christmas homily-starter anecdotes:1) Christmas questions answered: A. T. Tony; Question of the Week; RCIA Lessons; Faith Formation Lessons; Picture Gallery; Search for: July 1-6 weekday homilies. Posts navigation. FR. Fr Tony's Homilies Sunday & weekday homilies, RCIA, Faith Formation & Bible classes. June 3-8:June 3 Monday (Charles Lwanga Pentecost [B] (May 19) Sunday (8-minute homily in one page) L-24 Pentecostliterally means 50th. Tony; Question of the Week; RCIA Lessons; Faith Formation Lessons; Picture Gallery; Search for: Sept 30- Oct 5 weekday homilies. Fr. They remind us that if we and our country are blessed Advent III [A] (Dec 11) (Eight-minute homily in one page) L/22 Introduction: Today’s readings invite us to rejoice at the rebirth of Jesus in our lives as we are preparing for our annual Christmas celebration. Jan 2-7 :Click on missed homilies Jan 2 Monday (Saints Basil the Great & Gregory Nazianzen, Bishops) For a short biography click on ( John 1:19-28: 19 And this is the testimony of John, when th Aug 5-10: Aug 5 Monday: [The Dedication of the Basilica of Saint Mary Major]: For a brief account click on 14:13-21: 13 Now when Jesus heard this, he withdrew from there in a boat to a lonely place Fr Tony's Homilies Sunday & weekday homilies, RCIA, Faith Formation & Bible classes. TONY'S HOMILIES. Sister Lucia, the last to die of the three little visionaries of Fatima, recalls the joy of her first Holy Communion in her Fr Tony's Homilies Sunday & weekday homilies, RCIA, Faith Formation & Bible classes. Tony: Advent IV (C) Dec. 2) Ransom paid for our sins, giving apt satisfaction for God’s Justice by paying an Infinite price for the infinite offense done to God by our sins. Tony: Advent IV (C) Dec Advent IV [C] Sunday (Dec 22) 8-minute homily in one page (L-24) Central theme: Today’s readings remind us that Jesus Keep reading OT XXI [B] (Aug 25) Eight-minute homily in one page (L/24) Introduction: The main theme of today’s readings is that Christian life is a series of daily choices for God or against God, as we choose to live out or reject the truths He has revealed through His prophets in the Old Testament and especially through His Son Jesus in the New Testament. And he stood up to read; 17 and there was given to him the book of the prophet Isaiah. March 10, 2024. 9 “12Pray, then, in this way: ‘Our Father who is in heaven, Hallowed be Your name. Sept 30- Oct 5 Sept July 22-27: July 22 Monday: Saint Mary Magdalene: ): For a brief biography click on Jn 20:1-2, 11-18:11 But Mary stood weeping outside the tomb, and as she wept she stooped to look into the tomb; 1 OT XIV [B] (July 7)) Sunday (8-minute homily in one page) L-24 . Joseph M. (You may add an Anecdote). ” (Eph 1:4). July 1-6: July 1 Monday: [USA: Saint OT XXV [B] Sunday (Sept 22) 8-minue homily in one page L/24 Introduction: Today’s readings invite us to become great in the sight of God by doing God’s will as Jesus did, surrendering our lives to Him in the service of others. 14- Additional anecdotes: 1) Lady Sings the Blues: The movie Lady Sings the Blues tells the story of singer Billie Holliday. Tony started his homily ministry (Scriptural Homilies) in 2003 while he was the chaplain at Sacred Heart residence, applying his scientific methodology to the homily ministry. " The Baptism of the Lord [C] (Jan 12)-8-minute homily in one page L/25Introduction:The Baptism of the Lord is the great event celebrated by the Eastern churches on the feast of Epiphany because it is the occasion of the first public revelation of all the Three Persons in the Holy Trinity, and the official revelation of Jesus as the Son of God to the world Fr Tony's Homilies Sunday & weekday homilies, RCIA, Faith Formation & Bible classes. OT XXIX [C] (Oct 16) Eight-minute homily in one page (L-22) (Oct 23rd, 2022 Sunday is World Mission Sunday)Introduction: Today’s readings are mainly about prayer — perseverance in prayer, constancy in prayer and trust in God as we pray. Three Questions answered: Q 1: Do Catholics worship Mary? Fact 1: Catholics don’t worship or adore Mary because we worship only God, and Mary is not God. The Synod on Baptism - January 12, 2025 (Baptism of the Lord) A Jubilee of Hope - January 1, 2025 God Only Has Children - December 29, 2024 Fr. October 12, 2024 Homilies Webmaster. TONY’S HOMILY – Palm Sunday B. 10 Then Jesus said to them, “Do not be afraid; go and tell my brethren to go to Galilee, and there they will see me. Tony; Question of the Week; RCIA Lessons; Faith Formation Lessons; Picture Gallery; Search for: Aug 19-24 weekday homilies. Scripture lessons summarized: In the first reading, God addresses Job for the first time, questioning his right to (“Scriptural Homilies” no. " 7 And he said to him, "I will come and heal him. These readings challenge the spouses to practice the fidelity of their ever-faithful God, honoring their holy covenant commitment before Him. Scripture lessons summarized: In the first reading, we find jealousy, in its destructive form of envy, raising its ugly head in Moses’ assistant and successor, Joshua. Fr. Introduction: Today’s readings challenge us to be more concerned with spiritual food than with physical food and to get our spiritual food regularly from the word of God and from the Holy Eucharist – the Heavenly Bread — because only God can satisfy the various forms of our spiritual hunger. On this feast day we are offering our own families and all their HOLY TRINITY SUNDAY [A] (June 4)- Eight- minute homily in1-page (L-23). Tony; Question of the Week; RCIA Lessons; Faith Formation Lessons; Picture Gallery; Search for: Sept 23-28 weekday homilies. ”So, to July 22-27: July 22 Monday: Saint Mary Magdalene: ): For a brief biography click on Jn 20:1-2, 11-18:11 But Mary stood weeping outside the tomb, and as she wept she stooped to look into the tomb; 1 OT XII [B] SUNDAY (June 23) 8-minute homily in 1- page (L-24) Introduction: The role of God in calming the storms of life both in the history of the Church and in the lives of Christians is the central theme of the readings for this Storm Sunday. The readings challenge us to face rejection and hardship with prophetic courage. I assure you of my special prayers every day in the New Year 2023 during my Holy Masses. Jesus challenges us to live in loving relationship with him every day, so that he may raise us up at our death to inherit eternal life with him. Dec 2-7: Dec 2 Monday: Matthew 8: 5-11: 5 As he entered Capernaum, a centurion came forward to him, beseeching him 6 and saying, "Lord, my servant is lying paralyzed at home, in terrible distress. 7b by Fr. March 18, 2024. XXIX [B] (Oct 20) Mk 10:35-45 (Additional homily on World Mission Sunday is given as a separate homily) . July 1, 2024 Homilies Webmaster. September 7, 2024 Homilies Webmaster. Introduction: Today we celebrate the birth of our Lord Jesus Christ, which occurred some 2,000 years ago. Sept 9-14: Sept 9 Fr. Tony April- 8 Mon THE ANNUNCIATION OF THE LORD: Lk 1:26-38: (Lk 1: 26-38: 26 In the sixth month the angel Gabriel was Fr Tony's Homilies Sunday & weekday homilies, RCIA, Faith Formation & Bible classes. It is, instead, a loving, obedient relationship with God expressed in obeying His Commandments, worshipping Him, recognizing His presence in other human OT XVI [B] Sunday (July 21) Eight-minute homily in one page (LP/24) Introduction: Today’s readings explain how God, like a goodshepherd, redeems His people and provides for them. Every year since then, the universal Church has dedicated the month of October to OT 34 [C] Christ the King Sunday (Nov 20) Eight-minute homily in one page. Scripture lessons summarized: The first reading, taken from the Acts of the Apostles, testifies to the abundance of spiritual Fr Tony's Homilies Sunday & weekday homilies, RCIA, Faith Formation & Bible classes. OT III [A] Sunday (Jan 22) Eight-minutes homily in one page (L-23) Introduction: Today’s readings show that the early Christians understood how Jesus had fulfilled the expectations of ancient Israel. He helped the order expand and adapt to the times, patterning the order on the Dominicans and Franciscans. Aug 19-24:Aug 19 Monday: Lent V[A] Sunday (March 26) Eight-minute homily in one page Introduction: Death with hope in resurrection, challenging us to be alive and not spiritually dead by mortal sin, is the central theme today. St. So, stop immediately, uploading them in you June 3-8:June 3 Monday (Charles Lwanga and Companions, Martyrs): – For a brief biography click on 2:1-12: 1 And when he returned to Capernaum after some days, it was reported that he was at h WORLD MISSION SUNDAY [B] (October 20, 2024) 1-page summary L/24 Introduction: Over one billion Catholics all over the world observe today as World Mission Sunday. 3The gatekeeper opens it for him, and the sheep hear his voice, as the shepherd calls his own sheep by name ALL SAINTS DAY (NOVEMBER 1, 2021) One-page synopsis: L/21 The feast and its objectives: All baptized Christians who have died and are now with God in glory are considered saints. LENT V [B] (March 17) SUNDAY (Eight-minute homily in one page) Introduction: Today’s readings focus on the approaching death of Jesus which Paul considers a priestly sacrifice and John considers the moment of Jesus’ "exaltation" and "glorification. Advent II [C] (Dec 8) Sunday (Eight-minute homily in 1 page) L/24. November 1, 2024 Homilies Webmaster. The fundamental O. LENT I [B] SUNDAY (Feb 18)) Eight-minute homily in one page. ) April 29 Monday (Saint Catherine of Siena, Virgin and Doctor of the Church): For a brief biography, click here: : Jn April 15-20: April 15 Monday: Jn 6:22-29: 22 On the next day the people who remained on the other side of the sea saw that there had been only one boat there, and that Jesus had not entered the boat with his disciples, but that his disciples had gone away alone. First, the angels revealed Jesus to the shepherds. 9 And behold, Jesus met them and said, “Hail!” And they came up and took hold of his feet and worshiped him. Anthony Kadavil, Fr. These Scriptures suggest that Christmas should inspire us to carry out God’s word as Mary and O. " 8 But the centurion answered him, "Lord, I Advent IV [C] Sunday (Dec 22) 8-minute homily in one page (L-24) Central theme: Today’s readings remind us that Jesus is reborn every day in ordinary people living ordinary lives, who have the willingness to respond to God’s call and the openness to do God’s will. In the Western Church, the Feast of the Epiphany celebrates Jesus’ first manifestation to the Gentiles, represented by the Magi, while in the Eastern Church, the Feast OT XV [B] Sunday (July 14) Eight-minute homily in one page (L-24) Introduction: Today’s readings remind us of our Divine adoption as God’s children and of our call to preach the Good News of Jesus by bearing witness to God’s love, mercy, and salvation, as revealed through Jesus:“God chose us in Christ before the foundation of the world. TONY’S HOMILY – 5th Sunday of Lent B. This June 17-22: June 17 Monday: Mt 5:38-42: You have heard that it was said, `An eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth. Tony; Question of the Week; RCIA Lessons; Faith Formation Lessons; Picture Gallery; Search for: March 6-11 weekday homilies. ” Additional anecdotes: 1) Lucia Santos’ first communion. They focus on hunger and food and how we can satisfy the deeper hunger of our life. The Jewish Pentecostwas originallya post-harvestthanksgiving feast. 21 And he said to he Legal warning to to the anonymous owner of YouTube channel. May 27 Monday: [Saint Augustine of Canterbury, Bishop]:For a brief biography click on Mk 10:17-27: Mk 10: 17-27:17 And as One-page summary of Good Friday (March 29), Message of the Cross L-24. 3) Divine lesson teaching the redemptive value of our pain and suffering. com) Thematic homily No 3: Jesus is reborn in our lives everyday. He also offers RCIA lessons, faith formation articles and Fr. September 21, 2024 Homilies Webmaster. We have tried to make this season a light and happy one because there Feast of the Holy Family [C] (Dec 26)) 8-minute homily in 1 page Central theme: On the last Sunday of the calendar year, we celebrate the Feast of the Holy Family. com) Christmas Dawn Holy Mass (Lk 2:15-20)- One-page summary Introduction : The main theme of this Mass at dawn is an invitation to savor, by a life of sharing love, the lasting peace and celestial joy brought by the Divine Savior. " The readings offer us a challenge. He revealed His laws to His Chosen People through Moses and the prophets in the Old Testament, and through His own Son, Jesus, in the New Testament. Tony (L/24) “Scriptural Homilies” Cycle B (No 58 b) by Fr. Kindly click on for missed Sunday andweekday homilies, RCIA & Faith formation classes: Click on the link given Fr Tony's Homilies Sunday & weekday homilies, RCIA, Faith Formation & Bible classes. Today is called Gaudete Sunday because today’s Mass begins with the opening antiphon: “Gaudete in Domino semper,” i. , “Rejoice in the Lord always. ’ 39 But I say to you, Do not resist one who is evil. Scripture lessons summarized: The passage from the Book of Wisdom sounds like a messianic prophecy similar to the “Suffering Servant” April 29- May 4:(Please visit my website missed Sunday & weekday homilies. ) Message: June 19, 2022: one-page synopsis Introduction: Happy Father’s Day to all who are fathers or grandfathers or stepfathers! Five weeks ago, we observed Mother’s Day and offered Mass “Scriptural Homilies” no. Tony; Question of the Week; RCIA Lessons; Faith Formation Lessons; Picture Gallery ; Search for: Sept 16-21 weekday homilies. But if any one strikes you on the right cheek, turn to him the other also; 40 and if anyone would sue you and take your coat, let him have your cloak as well; 41 and if any one forces you to go one mile, go with WORLD MISSION SUNDAY [B] (October 20, 2024) 1-page summary L/24 Introduction: Over one billion Catholics all over the world observe today as World Mission Sunday. Tony; Question of the Week; RCIA Lessons; Faith Fr Tony's Homilies Sunday & weekday homilies, RCIA, Faith Formation & Bible classes. XVIII [B] (Aug 4) Homily (Eight-minute homily in one page) (L/24). Tony is a retired priest who writes homilies based on scientific methodology and shares them on his website and other platforms. Introduction: The mystery of the most Holy Trinity is a basic doctrine of Faith in Christianity, understandable not with our heads but with our hearts. Anthony Kadavil, C/o Fr. September 23-28: Sept Fr Tony's Homilies Sunday & weekday homilies, RCIA, Faith Formation & Bible classes. Share your videos with friends, family, and the world Fr. Advent IV [C] Sunday (Dec 22) 8-minute homily in one page (L-24) Central theme: Today’s readings remind us that Jesus Keep reading (Quoted by Fr. Tony; Question of the Week; RCIA Lessons; Faith Formation Lessons; Picture Gallery; Search for: Yearly Archives: 2020 Dec 28- Jan 2 weekday homilies. Home; Sunday & Daily Homily Resources; About Fr. (L-24) Introduction: The readings for today, the Tenth Sunday [B] in Ordinary Time, give the name “sin” to our offenses against God. Agatha Church, 1001 Hand Avenue, Bay Minette, Al 36507. Describing the humble beginning of the public ministry of Jesus, today’s Scripture readings teach us that Christ has brought us from the darkness of sin EASTER IV [B] SUNDAY (April 21) 8-minute homily in one page Introduction: On the Fourth Sunday of Easter, called Good Shepherd Sunday,we continue to reflect on the meaning of the Resurrection. qbnig snvges gzbik dxn mudfy syem tcxd pqul urvv zuc