We have turned one of our bedrooms into a little chapel and at the beginning of this week as I was walking back to my room to go to bed as I walked past the chapel, I felt I heard the Lord say, come in for a minute. So, I did and as I knelt … Continue reading Do you know I love you”? (Homily by Deacon Bob)
Author: Joni J. Seith
Strong in Faith
Deacon Bob's Homily (11/28/2021) The theme I see in today’s readings is the need to be strong in our faith, so we are always prepared for Jesus. Twice in today’s gospel Jesus says essentially the same thing: when these signs begin to happen, stand erect and raise your heads because your redemption is at hand. and, pray … Continue reading Strong in Faith
Threat of Totalitarianism
I want to speak today about freedom in Christ. I’m going to begin with a message that I found extremely powerful from Bishop Barren in his talk “The Threat of Totalitarianism”. Totalitarianism is the dominance of the entire society by the arbitrary will of those in power. He starts with a quote from a 20th … Continue reading Threat of Totalitarianism
Bad Shepherds
Before I get into the subject of my homily, I need to comment on the Motu Proprio that Pope Francis issued on Friday (July 18, 2021) which seriously restricts the Traditional Latin Mass. This is going to be very hard for those Catholics who are even more traditional than us and who love the Latin … Continue reading Bad Shepherds
On Healing (Mark 5:21)
Whenever I read a gospel like today’s (Mark 5:21) with healings I always have to wonder if we (meaning my family and I) are doing something wrong. As many of you know, my wife Joni and my youngest son Eric have a condition called Ehlers Danlos Syndrome or EDS which is a connective tissue disorder … Continue reading On Healing (Mark 5:21)
St. Kateri Tekakwitha
A lily grew among Mohawks, a people of pagan belief, bringing God’s love and His mercy, by raising a saint from her grief. When heartbreak struck little Kateri with loss to deep to bear, God with His almighty comfort, gave her His own heart to share. Small pox ravaged her family, killing Kateri’s brother, her … Continue reading St. Kateri Tekakwitha
Do You Love Me? (John 21: 15-19)
The following is Fr. Chris’ Holy Hour Reflection on today’s Gospel, and on his brother's current situation... On my way to the hospital. Yet again. To see my brother in agony. I think of all the times I've made this trip before. All the fearful nights; all the depressing days. And in the midst of … Continue reading Do You Love Me? (John 21: 15-19)
The Good Shepherd
A couple of weeks ago, my wife Joni showed me a video clip of a Shepherd with his sheep. He was working hard to pull his sheep out of a crevice. There was a crevice in the land where they were and his sheep was wedged in there so he’s pulling and pulling and finally, … Continue reading The Good Shepherd
Joni’s Joy in Creating
In being able to express my gift of creativity, I find much "joy which balances my afflictions." (Ps. 90) Wanting to share this gift, this joy with you, I have created Joni’s Joy in Creating Youtube Channel. This is where I will post videos of art pieces that I’m working on, as well as videos … Continue reading Joni’s Joy in Creating
His Hour Has Come
His hour has come. Up until now, on several occasions, Jesus has said my hour has not yet come but now the hour of His Passion has come and he is troubled. But, this is what he came for and he gives a little parable to explain it. "Unless a grain of wheat falls to … Continue reading His Hour Has Come
Pain of Grace 