Dominican Friars

Province of St. Albert the Great, USA

Around the Web

We preach through many mediums: in person, in publications, through prophetic actions, and online. Here are some of the latest postings of our friars from around the internet.

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Is Jesus here yet?

Apr 25, 2025 by
Fr Patrick Baikauskas OP

That's what we hear the apostle, Thomas, ask, but we might ask ourselves.
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By what power or name? Reflection for Friday, April 25, 2025

Apr 24, 2025 by
Fr. DePorres Durham, O.P.

The apostles are still trying to make sense of the events of the Resurrection…
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We did not do it: Homily for Thursday, April 24, 2025

Apr 24, 2025 by
Fr. DePorres Durham, O.P.

How easy it can be in ministry and in life to seek to take personal credit for…
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How wonderful is your name: Reflection for Thursday, April 24, 2025

Apr 23, 2025 by
Fr. DePorres Durham, O.P.
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“Life begins at the end of your comfort zone”

Apr 23, 2025 by
Fr. Joe Gillespie, OP

Week after week the old man complained to God every Sunday morning in church,…
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Recognize Jesus: Reflection for Wednesday, April 23, 2025

Apr 22, 2025 by
Fr. DePorres Durham, O.P.

Both readings refer to the importance of being able to recognize the role of…
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Both Lord and Christ: Reflection for Tuesday, April 22, 2025

Apr 22, 2025 by
Fr. DePorres Durham, O.P.

As was the case yesterday, Mary Magdalene and Peter are both featured in today…
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Urbi et Orbi: Pope Francis Message for Easter 2025

Apr 21, 2025 by
Fr. DePorres Durham, O.P.

It is a tradition for popes to give a message called Urbi et Orbi. This is…
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The Spiritual Testimony of Pope Francis published in 2022

Apr 21, 2025 by
Fr. DePorres Durham, O.P.

This Spiritual Testimony was published on June 29, 2022 (the Feast of Saints…
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Pope Francis 1936-2025

Apr 21, 2025 by
Fr. DePorres Durham, O.P.
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Fearful, yet overjoyed: Reflection for Monday, April 21, 2025

Apr 21, 2025 by
Fr. DePorres Durham, O.P.

There is a lot going on when we feel two conflicting emotions at the same time…
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Looking Ahead: April 21-26, 2025

Apr 20, 2025 by
Fr. DePorres Durham, O.P.

It should come as no surprise that the readings for this week are all geared to…
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Easter Homily 2025

Apr 20, 2025 by
Fr. Patrick Hyde, OP

Easter Homily 2025 by Fr. Patrick Hyde, OP
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Easter Vigil 2025 Homily

Apr 20, 2025 by
Fr. Patrick Hyde, OP

Easter Vigil 2025 Homily by Fr. Patrick Hyde, OP
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Something wonderful is happening here: Easter homily for Sunday, April 20, 2025

Apr 19, 2025 by
Fr. DePorres Durham, O.P.

Something wonderful is happening here. We live in a time of new life. While it…
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Something strange is happening here: Reflection for Saturday, April 19, 2025

Apr 18, 2025 by
Fr. DePorres Durham, O.P.

Something strange is happening here. The second reading from the Office of…
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The Triumph of the Cross / El triunfo de la Cruz: Homily for Good Friday / Homilía del Viernes Santo: April 18, 2025

Apr 18, 2025 by
Fr. DePorres Durham, O.P.

Far from a defeat, the Cross is the triumph from which the Church is born…
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Have you accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior?

Apr 18, 2025 by
Fr Patrick Baikauskas OP

Here's a great response next time someone asks that question.
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My God, My God, Why have you abandoned me? Reflection for Good Friday, April 18, 2025

Apr 17, 2025 by
Fr. DePorres Durham, O.P.

My God, my God, why have you abandoned me? The cry of dereliction. Just what…
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Holy Thursday Homily 2025

Apr 17, 2025 by
Fr. Patrick Hyde, OP

Holy Thursday Homily 2025 by Fr. Patrick Hyde, OP
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Do this in remembrance of me: Reflection for the Mass of the Lord’s Supper, April 17, 2025

Apr 17, 2025 by
Fr. DePorres Durham, O.P.
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Strength, Healing, Consecration: Reflection on the oils blessed at the Chrism Mass

Apr 16, 2025 by
Fr. DePorres Durham, O.P.

The oils for use over the next year are blessed by the bishop at the Chrism…
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“The great gift of Easter is hope.”

Apr 16, 2025 by
Fr. Joe Gillespie, OP

Waiting in the wings to go on stage was the image that came to mind as I…
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The deed is done: Reflection for Wednesday, April 16, 2025

Apr 15, 2025 by
Fr. DePorres Durham, O.P.

The deed is done. Judas goes through with the betrayal of Jesus. How many times…