Fr. Robert Barron’s Sermon – 4th Sunday of Lent

The following were taken from Word On Fire. Sermon 479 : The Father and The Sons : The 4th Sunday of Lent The parable of the prodigal son is a portrait of God's gracious love and two negative responses to that love. Both sons, in their own ways, indicate the disposition of the soul in estrangement from God. Click here to listen to Fr. Robert Barron's sermon for the 4th Sunday of Lent. Previous Sermons: Sermon 478 : A Tale of Two Trees : 3rd Sunday of Lent The 3rd Sunday of Lent … [Read more...]

Share stories about a priest

Do you have an inspiring story about a priest, whether you've read about, or have experienced? Have you heard or do you have a joke or a funny story regarding priests? Have you stumbled upon an article, quotation, poem, prayer about the priesthood or priests? We are requesting that you post any or all of these here or at the church forum to share with your brothers and sisters in the community. … [Read more...]

Conclusion events for Jubilee Year of St. Paul

The Jubilee Year of St. Paul will end this month of June. Let's celebrate it not with a whimper, but with a little appropriate bang. We are inviting all parishioners to join us in celebration. June 12th (2nd Friday) starting at 7:00 pm - Calling on all Parish and Liturgy ministers to attend this gathering. We are the leaders of the parish and we must show initiative and good example by our participation. June 26th (4th Friday) starting at 7:00 pm- While it is recommended that all … [Read more...]

Word on Fire – 3rd Sunday of Easter Reflection

Fr. Robert Barron's reflections on Resurrection and Metanoia SermonNo: 433, 04/26/2009 The readings for this weekend effect a correlation between the resurrection of Jesus and conversion. The biblical word for conversion is "metanoia" which has the sense of "going beyond the mind that you have." What would it be like to move from a death-haunted consciousness to resurrection-haunted one? It would involve a conversion. If you'd like to listen to additional reflection, please, visit the … [Read more...]

Word on Fire – Reflections

Fr. Robert Barron's reflectionsSermon 431 : April 12, 2009 Easter Sunday : The Resurrection of Jesus is Not a Myth There are some debunkers of religion around today who want us to believe that the story of the resurrection is just another iteration of the myth of the dying and rising god that can be found in many ancient cultures. Nothing could be further from the truth. A careful reading of the Easter accounts shows that they have to do with a very particular, historical individual and … [Read more...]