Saturday, 8th Week in Ordinary Time June 1, 2024
Father Rick’s Two-Minute Homily for Saturday, 8th Week in Ordinary Time June 1, 2024, Mark 11: 27-33 https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/060124.cfm The Gentle Heart of Jesus Some people enjoy reading biographies of famous people. They may even have the opportunity to meet them in person at some event. What a difference if they became a member of their […]
Saturday, 8th Week in Ordinary Time June 1, 2024
Father Rick’s Two-Minute Homily for Saturday, 8th Week in Ordinary Time June 1, 2024, Mark 11: 27-33 https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/060124.cfm The Gentle Heart of Jesus Do you remember the story about the fellow who wanted to make his cross smaller? He cut part of it off so it would be easier to carry. But when he reached […]
Vote No On Amendment 4
An extremely grave amendment has been placed on the November 2024 ballot that seeks to erase pro-life protections by inserting language into the Florida Constitution prohibiting regulation of abortion. The amendment would allow late-term abortions, and would eliminate laws requiring parental consent and safety protocols for women. The Catholic Church across the state of Florida […]
June – Month of the Sacred Heart
June is recognized as the Month of the Sacred Heart. We invite you to grow closer to Jesus this month and to contemplate the infinite love He has for us. Prayer to the Sacred Heart of Jesus O MOST Holy Heart of Jesus, fountain of every blessing, I adore Thee, I love Thee and with […]
The Feast of the Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary May 31, 2024
Father Rick’s Two-Minute Homily for The Feast of the Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary May 31, 2024, Luke 1:39-56 https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/053124.cfm Jesus shows Up in Life’s Ordinary Events. When I got home from school, I could hear my Mom saying, “Ricky, will you please clean up that mess in the kitchen for me.” “But Mom, […]
The Feast of the Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary May 31, 2024
Father Rick’s Two-Minute Homily for The Feast of the Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary May 31, 2024, Luke 1:39-56 https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/053124.cfm Jesus shows Up in Life’s Ordinary Events. When I got home from school, I could hear my Mom saying, “Ricky, will you please clean up that mess in the kitchen for me.” “But Mom, […]
Thursday, 8th Week in Ordinary Time May 30, 2024
Father Rick’s Two-Minute Homily for Thursday, 8th Week in Ordinary Time May 30, 2024, Mark 10: 46-52 https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/053024.cfm I want to See! Ellie signed on to teach for a year in Bolivia. She enjoyed the work, the country, and the people- especially one young man, Oscar, who was intelligent, good-hearted, and handsome. That year, she […]
8th Week in Ordinary Time May 28, 2024
Father Rick’s Two-Minute Homily for Tuesday, 8th Week in Ordinary Time May 28, 2024, Mark 10: 28-31 https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/052824.cfm Living in the Care of Our Heavenly Father When I read today’s gospel, Father Bibin came to mind. He is from India and is assigned to our parish, Blessed Sacrament Church. Already, he gave up his will, […]
Monday 8th Week in Ordinary Time May 27, 2024
Father Rick’s Two-Minute Homily for Monday 8th Week in Ordinary Time May 27, 2024, Luke 10:17-27 https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/052724.cfm When A Challenge Comes Along, Don’t Let The Fire Go Out. A challenge we accept and work at can set a fire in us ablaze. The biggest challenge in my life was accepting the pastor position of Blessed […]
Feast of the Blessed Trinity May 26, 2024
Fr. Rick’s Two-Minute Homily for the Feast of the Blessed Trinity May 26, 2024, Matthew 26:16-20 https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/052624.cfm The Blessed Trinity – A Real Encounter I have to admit that when I started praying and thinking about the Feast of the Blessed Trinity, I couldn’t help but think about how much I pray to the Father […]