Province of St. Albert the Great, USA

Fr. Scott Steinkerchner, OP

Fr. Scott is the Promoter of Media for the Province, and is an author and professor, specializing in systematic theology and interreligious dialogue.

Videos

Letting Go: What Does God Want for You?

While the Gospel shows us the beautiful moment of Jesus healing a leper with a simple touch, the first reading from 2 Kings tells a grim story of King Zedekiah and the siege of Jerusalem.

The Eleventh Sunday in Ordinary Time: Becoming Shepherds for a New Israel

From Moses on Mount Sinai to Jesus summoning the twelve disciples, we explore how God’s promise of being a "special possession" evolved.

Behold Your Mother: Mary’s "Yes" and the Memorial of Mary, Mother of the Church

As Jesus hung upon the cross, he gave his mother to the beloved disciple, and in doing so, he gave her to all of us.

The Power of Pentecost, Connecting us Even Today

Pentecost wasn’t just a one-time event of tongues of fire and ancient languages; it is a living reality that transforms our lives today.

Ascension Sunday: The "In-Between" Time, Waiting for the Spirit

Fr. Scott explores the "rub" of the Ascension: the period of waiting between Jesus leaving and the Holy Spirit arriving at Pentecost. It is a time characterized by "keeping on," dealing with doubt, and staying faithful even when the next steps aren't yet clear.

Finding Peace and Hope in the Holy Spirit

Jesus promised that don't need to worry, the Holy Spirit is at work in the world, guiding all toward the truth. Our only task is to live in the greatest commandment: to love God and love our neighbor as ourselves.