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The Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time
The video powerfully connects ancient biblical themes of prophetic courage with contemporary challenges.
11 August • Care for the Immigrant, for We Are Immigrants
In today's first reading, Moses tells us that what God wants from his people: to "befriend" the immigrant, because we were once ours
30 July • A Broader Vision of Preaching the Good News
In the Letter to the Ephesians, we see Paul's vision that the Church is called to proclaim Christ to the entire universe, even the "princ
19 July • Managing Diversity
When the Israelites left Egypt, they also left with "people of various ancestry" who joined them in the desert.
18 July • "I Desire Mercy, Not Sacrifice"
In our Gospel today, Jesus argues with the Pharisees and declares definitively that God desires mercy more than following the letter of the law.
The Fourteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Join Fr. Scott Steinkerchner, OP in this Know Before You Go video for the Fourteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time.
30 June • Be a person of life, and let the dead bury the dead
On this Memorial of the First Martyrs of Rome, we hear Jesus tell a reluctant disciple, "Let the dead bury the dead, you come follow me,"
19 June | Prayer of the Awareness of the Presence of God
When giving us the "Our Father," Jesus exhorted his disciples not to use so many words, as the pagans do.
18 June | Find that Trust in God's Abundant Gifts
Paul tells us that those who sow sparingly, reap sparingly, while those who sow abundantly reap abundantly.
The Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity
Join Fr. Scott Steinkerchner, OP in the Know Before You Go video for the Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity.
Unity, Boundaries, the Holy Spirit & God’s Victory (Catholic Homily for the 6th Sunday of Easter)
Join Fr. Scott Steinkerchner, OP as he breaks open the readings for the Sixth Sunday of Easter.
20 May • A Word of Hope: Perseverance Like St. Paul | Fifth Week of Easter Reflection
A powerful message on perseverance, humility, and trusting in God’s mission—even in the face of persecution.
19 May • Finding Faith in Your Deepest Desires
Paul and Barnabas perform a miracle—healing a lame man—and redirect the people’s worship to the one true God. Fr.
19 April • Holy Saturday Reflection: Waiting, with a Sliver of Hope
Drawing parallels with the stillness of off-season Alaska, Fr.
18 April • The Cross: A Symbol Transformed from Death to Life
On this Good Friday, Fr. Scott Steinkerchner OP delivers a moving "Word of Hope" reflection exploring the dual nature of the Cross.
16 April • Hope Beyond Failure - Lessons from Judas & Peter
While Judas repented of betraying Jesus, he ultimately despaired, unable to believe in forgiveness.
15 April • When Your Work Seems in Vain - Hope from Isaiah's Suffering Servant
Do you ever feel like you've "labored in vain" or "spent your strength for nothing"?
9 April • "The Truth Will Set You Free" (John 8:32) - Finding Real Freedom
Join Fr. Charlie Bouchard OP for a Word of Hope reflection for Wednesday of the 5th Week of Lent (April 9, 2025).
16 Mar • God giving clarity
When Abram believed God's promise, his role in God's plan became clear. How can we open our hearts to receive the clarity God offers?
