A Word of Hope

Fr. Tom discusses the importance of the First Letter to Timothy as a guide for the early Church and its relevance for us today. Learn how the Word of God offers a firm foundation and helps us navigate confusion and find truth in a complex world.

Br. Ed Van Merrienboer, OP, reflects on the Memorial of Our Lady of Sorrows (September 15th). He discusses Mary's silent suffering, her spiritual martyrdom alongside Christ, and how we can find solidarity with the suffering in the world today. Learn about Mary's role in salvation and how to embrace her example of spiritual strength.

Br. Ed reflects on the Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross, celebrated on September 14th. He explains the historical significance of the cross, its transformation from a symbol of scandal to the hallmark of Christian salvation, and its meaning for us today as a sign of redemption and eternal life through Jesus Christ's sacrifice. He encourages viewers to meditate on the mystery of the cross and to be grateful for the gift of love offered through Jesus' death and resurrection.

Discover the inspiring life of St. John Chrysostom, the "Golden-Mouthed" bishop, and his powerful message on living the Word of God daily. Father Yamil Samot Riververa explores how St. John Chrysostom's dedication to preaching and practicing the Gospel can transform our lives and illuminate the world around us. Learn how to make the Word of God a living reality in your daily life, following the example of this influential saint and the Focolare Movement.

Father Yamil reflects on the Gospel's call to avoid hypocrisy and focus on living a life of faith. Drawing from his experiences in Colombia and the example of St. Pier Giorgio Frassati, he encourages us to remove the "beam" from our own eyes before judging others. Discover the power of living witness and the importance of love and service in bringing salvation to the world.

Father Charlie Bouchard continues his reflection on St. Paul's letter to the Colossians, urging us to "put on" compassion, kindness, humility, and patience. Explore the call to go beyond ordinary justice, forgive others, and love our enemies, moved by grace and the example of others. Discover how these acts of generosity and mercy bind us together and foreshadow the reign of God.

Father Charlie reflects on Paul's letter to the Colossians, exploring the call to put to death old habits and embrace the new life won for us by Christ. Discover how to make room in your heart for God's grace and overcome division to love those around you. Learn about the transformative power of salvation and the invitation to live a life hidden with Christ in God.

Father Peter Hunter, teaching philosophy in Jamaica, shares a thought-provoking reflection on St. Paul's message: It's more important to know Jesus than to simply know about him. Explore the meaning of discipleship, friendship with Christ, and how to deepen your personal relationship with Jesus. Discover the difference between academic knowledge and genuine connection in your faith journey.

Join Fr. Scott in Jamaica for a reflection on the Feast of the Birthday of Mary and the readings from Micah and Matthew's Gospel. Discover how God's plans unfold even when life takes unexpected turns ("zigs and zags"). Learn to stay attentive to the present moment and trust that God will bring a greater good, even when things don't go as planned. Perfect for those seeking spiritual guidance, biblical insights, and a deeper understanding of faith in everyday life.

Jesus calls for total commitment! Explore how St. Teresa of Avila's story can inspire us to embrace our weaknesses and find strength to return to God. with our whole heart. #Faith #Jesus #Commitment #Catholic

Explore the true meaning of the Sabbath and its impact on your relationship with God. Find community & deeper faith.

Father Brendan Curran delivers a prophetic message about Jesus's parable of new wine and new wineskins, applying it to today's crises in Ukraine, Gaza, and US immigration policy. This Friday devotional from the Dominican Promoter for Justice and Peace doesn't shy away from difficult topics - it confronts how 'old wineskin' approaches to conflict and human rights are failing worldwide. Are you ready to be part of the 'new wine' of hope and transformation? This isn't your typical feel-good devotional - it's a call to prophetic witness in our broken world.

Feeling discouraged? Ready to give up? Father Brendan Curran shares a powerful message from the Gospel of Luke about Jesus calling his disciples to 'go deeper' after a night of empty nets. This Thursday devotional explores how God calls us to persevere through failed exams, financial struggles, health challenges, and social division. Join the Dominican Promoter for Justice and Peace as he reminds us that God never gives up on us, even when we're ready to quit. Perfect for anyone facing difficult times and seeking spiritual encouragement.

In this reflection for the Memorial of St. Gregory the Great (Wednesday of the 22nd Week in Ordinary Time), Fr. Andrew Carl Wisdom, O.P. shares the inspiring life and teachings of one of the Church’s greatest shepherds.

Born into nobility, Gregory became governor of Rome before leaving it all behind to embrace monastic life. Later, as Pope, he strengthened the faith, wrote profound spiritual works, and reminded Christians that eternal friendship with God is our true treasure.

Father Greg Heille from Aquinas Institute of Theology continues his reflection on 1 Thessalonians, moving from chapter 4's message of resurrection hope to chapter 5's teaching about being "children of light." He explores how Christians, while acknowledging that life can change instantly like "a thief in the night," are called to live differently because of their faith in God's goodness and transformative power. Drawing from Psalm 27, Father Heille emphasizes the importance of Christian community in supporting one another through life's struggles, encouraging believers to lift each other up and live virtuous lives together as they glimpse God's light "in the land of the living."

Father Greg Heille from Aquinas Institute of Theology reflects on grief, faith, and resurrection following the recent death of his Dominican community brother. Drawing from 1 Thessalonians 4, he explores how Christians can maintain hope while grieving, sharing his personal struggle with loss despite having strong faith in resurrection since age 16. Through the lens of the Good Samaritan parable, Father Heille emphasizes how believers can express resurrection faith by lifting each other up during times of need and loss, even when we can only see God's presence dimly in this life.

Fr. Samuel challenges common misconceptions about humility in this insightful homily for the 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time. Drawing from Sirach and Luke's Gospel, he reveals that true humility isn't about hiding our gifts or making ourselves small, but about being "grounded" - knowing who we are and operating within our God-given strengths. Learn the etymology of humility (from "humus" - ground), practical advice from Jesus about banquet seating, and why embracing our calling is actually an act of humility, not pride.

Recorded at the National Diocesan Vocation Directors Conference in Huntington, New York, Fr. Samuel draws from St. Paul's letter to the Thessalonians and Genesis. His homily explores why "it's not good for the man to be alone" applies beyond marriage to all human relationships, including celibate religious life. Learn how God reveals His love through our love for one another and why even vocations directors need fraternal support. A thoughtful reflection on community, loneliness in ministry, and the universal human need for connection.

Fr. Louis Morrone, OP, Provincial of the Dominican Province of St. Albert the Great, shares insights from the recent General Chapter in Krakow, Poland. Drawing from St. Paul's teaching that "God's will for you is your holiness," this homily explores what it means to live lives of integrity and how we're all called to preach to one another through our daily witness. Learn about the Dominican Order's renewed focus on four key groups in their preaching mission and how every Christian is called to share in this work of evangelization.

On the Feast of St. Augustine (August 28), Father Luke Barder draws powerful parallels between the divisions Augustine faced in the early Church and contemporary religious and cultural debates. This timely homily explores how Augustine's journey of self-discovery and humility offers wisdom for navigating today's polarized world. Learn how Augustine learned to navigate through church divisions through honest self-reflection and how his example calls us to see with God's eyes in all humility rather than our with our own righteousness.

Father Luke Barder reflects on St. Monica's feast day (August 27) and her powerful example of hopeful persistence in prayer. As we continue through Jesus's challenging words to the Pharisees, St. Monica shows us how to see our loved ones—and ourselves—through God's eyes of mercy and hope rather than despair. This homily offers comfort to parents struggling with wayward children and anyone facing long seasons of unanswered prayer. Learn how Monica's 25 years of faithful intercession for Augustine models the heart of Jesus for the lost.

St. Paul told the Thessalonians he came to share not just the gospel, but his very self. This powerful homily reveals how the gospel is fundamentally about friendship - friendship with God through Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit, and friendship with fellow believers. Learn why authentic evangelization requires vulnerability and personal sharing, not just facts about God.

Father Dominic Holtz explores Jesus's harsh words about hypocrisy, comparing ancient theatrical masks to modern-day social media anonymity. Discover how to align your public and private faith through Christ's transformative power in this powerful Monday sermon from Chicago.

Again from Abruzzo, Italy, Fr. Jimmy looks at Jesus' injunction to enter through the narrow gate in light of the first reading from Isaiah—that God came to gather people from every nation—concluding that the narrow gate is to have a broad minded view of inclusivity. We are not to have a narrow view of who is saved in our church, nor allow a narrow nationalism in our country—a challenging perspective!