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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“Together we can do something wonderful.”

Dec 21, 2018 by
Fr. Joe Gillespie, OP

One of Mother Teresa’s favorite statements summarized her view of ministry…
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Learning to be a Servant

Dec 20, 2018 by
Michael Champlin, OP

For 21 December 2018, December 21, based on Luke 1:39-45
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Gaudete in Domino: 12-16-18 homily

Dec 16, 2018 by
Fr. Patrick Hyde, OP

Gaudete in Domino: 12-16-18 homily by Fr. Patrick Hyde, OP
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“Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice.”

Dec 14, 2018 by
Fr. Joe Gillespie, OP

Traditionally, the Third Sunday of Advent is known as “Rejoice Sunday.” The…
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Making Straight Christ’s Way: 12/9/18 Homily

Dec 9, 2018 by
Fr. Patrick Hyde, OP

Making Straight Christ’s Way: 12/9/18 Homily by Fr. Patrick Hyde, OP
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Where are the Potholes?

Dec 8, 2018 by
Michael Champlin, OP

For 9 December 2018, 2nd Sunday of Advent, based on Luke 3:1â€“6
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“At what time would you like your wake-up call?”

Dec 6, 2018 by
Fr. Joe Gillespie, OP

The phone rang almost immediately when I entered my hotel room. Assuming the…
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Keeping the Dream Alive

Dec 4, 2018 by
Don Goergen, O.P.

For 5 December 2018, Wednesday of the 1st week of Advent, based on Isaiah 25:6…
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Advent: A time for getting our house in order

Dec 2, 2018 by
Fr. Brian Zuelke, OP

<p>This homily was given at Little Flower Parish on Dec. 2nd, 2018, the <a href='http://usccb.org…
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Let’s Go Advent!: 12/2/18 Homily

Dec 2, 2018 by
Fr. Patrick Hyde, OP

Let’s Go Advent!: 12/2/18 Homily by Fr. Patrick Hyde, OP
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“The truth must dazzle gradually or every person be blind.”

Nov 30, 2018 by
Fr. Joe Gillespie, OP

In her poem entitled “Tell all the truth, but tell it slant”, Emily Dickinson…
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Return of Christ the King: 11/25/18 Homily

Nov 25, 2018 by
Fr. Patrick Hyde, OP

There are idols, false gods, and kings in your life. Christ desires and will reign over them…
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Just a spoonful of sugar: Receiving and preaching the Word

Nov 23, 2018 by
Fr. Brian Zuelke, OP

<p>This homily was given at St. Dominic Priory on Nov. 23, 2018. The readings are taken from <a…
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“Gotta Serve Somebody”

Nov 22, 2018 by
Fr. Joe Gillespie, OP

When the album entitled “Slow Train Coming” was launched in 1979, one song…
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Death, Be Not Proud: 11/18/18 Homily

Nov 18, 2018 by
Fr. Patrick Hyde, OP

Death, Be Not Proud: 11/18/18 Homily by Fr. Patrick Hyde, OP
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“In case of the Rapture, this car will be abandoned.”

Nov 16, 2018 by
Fr. Joe Gillespie, OP

Due to the snow storm, the trip back from Des Moines to Dubuque would take an…
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Give all, all the time: Christian self-sacrifice in trust of Divine Providence

Nov 11, 2018 by
Fr. Brian Zuelke, OP

<p>This homily was given at Little Flower Parish in Richmond Heights, MO on Nov. 11, 2018, Veterans…
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What Are Our Real Motivations?

Nov 10, 2018 by
Michael Champlin, OP

For 11 November 2018, 32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time, based on Mark 12:38â€“44
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“It’s good to be blessed, but it’s better to be a blessing.”

Nov 8, 2018 by
Fr. Joe Gillespie, OP

Putting the finishing touches on the flower pots in front of church, I was…
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Turn Off The Phone, Love Your Neighbor: 11/4/18 Homily

Nov 4, 2018 by
Fr. Patrick Hyde, OP

Turn Off The Phone, Love Your Neighbor: 11/4/18 Homily by Fr. Patrick Hyde, OP
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“Love me tender, love me sweet, never let me go.”

Nov 2, 2018 by
Fr. Joe Gillespie, OP

Listening to Nora Jones sing the song “Love Me Tender” triggered a memory of…
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All Saints Day Is Your Feast Day: 11/1/18 Homily

Oct 31, 2018 by
Fr. Patrick Hyde, OP

All Saints Day Is Your Feast Day: 11/1/18 Homily by Fr. Patrick Hyde, OP
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When Jesus Calls, Go: 10-28-18 Homily

Oct 28, 2018 by
Fr. Patrick Hyde, OP

When Jesus Calls, Go: 10-28-18 Homily by Fr. Patrick Hyde, OP
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“Be careful what you ask for.”

Oct 25, 2018 by
Fr. Joe Gillespie, OP

Believing in miracles is risky business, especially if there is no physical…