Is your faith a "job" or a joy? In this moving reflection, Fr. Scott shares a conversation with two brother priests who, due to health reasons, can no longer celebrate Mass. Their sadness sheds light on the true meaning of vocation.

Can speaking the truth actually change the world? Today, Fr. Scott is joined by a special guest—his mother, Mrs. Arlene Steinkerchner—to discuss the Prophet Isaiah, the "Peaceable Kingdom," and a modern-day example of fighting for justice.

For 18 November 2025, Monday of the 33rd week in Ordinary Time, based on 1 Maccabees 1:10-15, 41-43, 54-57, 62-63, sent in from Innsbrook, Missouri, USA.

For the 33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time. This week's readings are packed with challenging messages: from Malachi's "blazing oven" and "Sun of Justice," to Paul's warning against "busybodies" in Thessalonians, and Luke's Gospel on the destruction of the temple, signs of the end times, and the promise of perseverance through persecution.

This powerful reflection explores God's swift judgment on leaders who misuse authority and fail to uphold justice, particularly concerning human rights and the command to "love your neighbor as yourself."

Explore the readings for the Feast of the Dedication of the Basilica of St. John Lateran, the Pope's cathedral and the Mother Church of Christendom.

Explore the inspiring life of St. Martin de Porres, a mixed-race saint who defied societal limitations and whose holiness transcended racial prejudice.

exploring a passage from John's Gospel (Chapter 6) and delves into the profound concept of universal salvation.

explores the seemingly conflicting messages in today's readings: the challenging Gospel of Luke about the narrow gate and the reassuring words of Paul in Romans about the Spirit interceding for us.

For 19 October 2025, Twenty Ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time, based on Luke 18:1–8, sent in from Chicago, Illinois, USA.