Fr. Bob Keller, OP

What is the true meaning of the Risen Christ's first words, "Peace be with you"? This isn't just a casual greeting; it's the profound gift resulting from Christ's harrowing journey through suffering and death, ultimately conquering both sin and the grave.

We all know what it means to be "downcast" – facing loss, disappointment, or shattered hopes, just like the two disciples leaving Jerusalem after Jesus' brutal execution. Fr. Bob explores how the Risen Christ meets them in their despair, walking alongside them even when they don't recognize Him.

Join Fr. Bob Keller, OP, as he offers a profound reflection on Jesus's message in Luke 13:1-9. When faced with news of suffering, Jesus reminds us that even in the midst of trials, we must remain awake to the presence of the Holy Spirit.

Join Fr. Bob Keller, OP, for a heartfelt reflection on the powerful parable of the Prodigal Son (Luke 15:1-3, 11-32). In this daily Catholic homily, Fr. Bob explores the depth of the father's unconditional love and how both sons struggled to truly believe in it. He asks us a crucial question: Do we truly believe in God's unwavering love for us?

Jesus challenges his disciples to love their enemies. This is difficult, but we can start with some of the other challenges he makes, such as, "stop judging and you will not be judged." This includes to stop judging ourselves so harshly so that our hearts might soften towards others as well.

Today we celebrate The Feast of the Chair of Peter, the office of the pope, and hear Jesus promise to give the keys of the kingdom to Peter and to the church so that the gates of Hades will not be able to prevail against it. Today, we still celebrate the blessings of this great gift a by being in communion with one another in the church.