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This is why we fast according to Jesus

Posted on September 4, 2020

Friday of the 22nd Week in Ordinary Time In today gospel, the pharisees challenges Jesus as to why his disciples don’t fast. Jesus’ response implies that when he is with us, fasting becomes secondary. Having a close relationship with the This is why we fast according to Jesus

Don’t give up and dig deep

Posted on September 3, 2020

Thursday of the 22nd Week in Ordinary Time Today’s gospel is St. Luke’s account of the calling of Peter to be an apostle.Peter has been fishing all night and has caught nothing. He was probably very frustrated.We have probably felt Don’t give up and dig deep

Being a natural person or a spiritual person

Posted on September 1, 2020

Tuesday of the 22nd Week in Ordinary Time In today’s first reading, St. Paul distinguishes between the natural and spiritual person.A natural person does not see the deeper meaning of things while a spiritual person is enlightened by God and Being a natural person or a spiritual person

22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time

Posted on August 31, 2020

This Mass was broadcast for the 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time on August 30, 2020. If you believe in what we are doing and would like to continue to support St. Isidore during this difficult time so we can continue 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time

What it takes to receive God’s love

Posted on August 31, 2020

Monday of the 22nd Week in Ordinary Time Today’s gospel is Jesus’ inaugural address in the gospel of Luke where Jesus quotes Isaiah: The Spirit of the Lord is upon me,because he has anointed meto bring glad tidings to the What it takes to receive God’s love

The importance of community at St. Isidore

Posted on August 27, 2020

Thursday of the 22nd Week in Ordinary Time Many at St. Isidore have shared how they miss the community here. We come together for Mass, but our groups have been suspended. In today’s first reading, St. Paul thanks God for The importance of community at St. Isidore

Never give up doing what’s right

Posted on August 26, 2020

Wednesday of the 22nd Week in Ordinary Tme St. Paul urges the Thessalonians to not grow weary in doing what is right. He is challenging all of us who work for the common good to not become weary. We work Never give up doing what’s right

21st Sunday in Ordinary Time

Posted on August 25, 2020

This Mass was broadcast for the 21st Sunday in Ordinary Time on August 23, 2020. If you believe in what we are doing and would like to continue to support St. Isidore during this difficult time so we can continue 21st Sunday in Ordinary Time

Cleaning the inside to match the outside as Catholics

Posted on August 25, 2020

Tuesday of the 21st Week in Ordinary Tme In today’s gospel, Jesus calls out the scribes and pharisees. Outside they look holy to other people, but on the inside they are hypocritical. Fr. Ron reflects on how this can be Cleaning the inside to match the outside as Catholics

Helping others to see the goodness inside them

Posted on August 24, 2020

Feast of St. Bartholomew, Apostle Fr. Ron reflects on how Jesus called Bartholomew (known as Nathanial) in today’s gospel from John by seeing inside Nathanial what he doesn’t see in himself. Jesus looks inside each of to see the blessings Helping others to see the goodness inside them

How to shape a healthy mature spiritual life

Posted on August 21, 2020

Daily Homily for Friday of the 20th Week in Ordinary Time In today’s Gospel, Jesus is asked what the greatest commandment of the law is, to which we all know the answer. Fr. Ron explains how this love is not How to shape a healthy mature spiritual life

This is why God places a new heart within us

Posted on August 20, 2020

Daily Homily for Wednesday of the 20th Week in Ordinary Time In today’s first reading, which is a common reading used at Confirmation Masses, God promises not to punish those in exiles for their sins, but rather places a new This is why God places a new heart within us

20th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Posted on August 18, 2020

This Mass was broadcast for the 20th Sunday in Ordinary Time on August 16, 2020. If you believe in what we are doing and would like to continue to support St. Isidore during this difficult time so we can continue 20th Sunday in Ordinary Time

What God has joined, no man can divide

Posted on August 14, 2020

In today’s homily, Fr. Ron reflects on how marriage is permanent and has divine origin; it is God who brings a couple together. Even though some fail, we need to show compassion and not judgement and thank God for the What God has joined, no man can divide

If the piano is locked, nobody can play it

Posted on August 13, 2020

Daily Homily for Thursday of the 19th Week in Ordinary Time In today’s gospel, Jesus is asked, “How many times must I forgive?” Jesus responds that if you’re counting, you’re really not forgiving. If forgiveness is not a part of If the piano is locked, nobody can play it

How Jesus is present in the sacrament of reconciliation

Posted on August 12, 2020

Daily Homily for Wednesday of the 19th Week in Ordinary TimeIn today’s gospel, Jesus says, “Wherever two or more gathered in my name, there am I in their midst.”Fr. Ron reflects today on how Christ is present in reconciliation, which How Jesus is present in the sacrament of reconciliation

19th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Posted on August 11, 2020

This Mass was broadcast for the 19th Sunday in Ordinary Time on August 9, 2020. If you believe in what we are doing and would like to continue to support St. Isidore during this difficult time so we can continue 19th Sunday in Ordinary Time

How to be an effective witness of Christ.

Posted on August 11, 2020

Daily Homily for Tuesday of the 19th Week in Ordinary TimeIn today’s homily, Fr. Ron takes today’s first reading to reflect on how we should spend more time with scripture, be nourished by it, and integrate it into our lives How to be an effective witness of Christ.

How to be a cheerful giver

Posted on August 10, 2020

Daily Homily for the feast of St. Lawrence, Bishop and MartyrFr. Ron reflects on the life of St. Lawrence. Then, in today’s first reading, St. Paul reminds us that God loves a cheerful giver and that if we sow bountifully, How to be a cheerful giver

Learning to be a disciple is a continuing journey

Posted on August 7, 2020

Daily Homily for Friday of the 18th Week in Ordinary TimeWe are constantly learning along the way how to be a disciple of Jesus; to share in his suffering.In today’s homily, Fr. Ron reminds us how we are called to Learning to be a disciple is a continuing journey

How the transfigured Jesus can get you through difficult times

Posted on August 6, 2020

Feast of the Transfiguration of the LordLife is difficult for all of us but that doesn’t mean that’s it’s meaningless.It’s time to be motivated in our faith! READINGS:Dn 7:9-10, 13-14;Ps 97:1-2, 5-6, 9;2 Pt 1:16-19;Mt 17:1-9

18th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Posted on August 5, 2020

This Mass was broadcast for the 18th Sunday in Ordinary Time on August 2, 2020 If you believe in what we are doing and would like to continue to support St. Isidore during this difficult time so we can continue 18th Sunday in Ordinary Time

How is God’s providence rescuing us today?

Posted on August 5, 2020

Wednesday of the 18th Week in Ordinary TimeToday’s reading speak of God as the good shepherd that protects and saves us. READINGS:Jer 31:1-7;Jer 31:10, 11-12ab, 13;Mt 15:21-28

What Jesus says is more important than clean hands

Posted on August 4, 2020

Tuesday of the 18th Week in Ordinary TimeIn today’s gospel, pharisees criticize Jesus for not washing his hands before a meal, but Jesus explains that it is not what goes into one’s mouth that is important, but what comes out. What Jesus says is more important than clean hands

In what ways is Jesus calling you to step out in faith?

Posted on August 3, 2020

Monday of the 18th Week in Ordinary TimeIn today’s Gospel, Jesus comes to the disciples who are out on a boat in a storm and asks Peter to come to him on the water. Fr. Ron reflects on how this In what ways is Jesus calling you to step out in faith?

What does it mean to be like a net?

Posted on July 30, 2020

Today is the Feast of Blessed Solanus Casey, known for his hospitality, humility and powerful prayers of healing.In today’s gospel Jesus explains how the Kingdom of God like a net who catches fish of every kind. The nets draw in What does it mean to be like a net?

Should we be more like Martha or Mary?

Posted on July 29, 2020

Feast of St. MarthaShould we be more like Martha or Mary?Today is the feast of St. Martha and Fr. Ron reflects on this question as she welcomes Jesus into her house both physically and spiritually. Should we be active serving Should we be more like Martha or Mary?

17th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Posted on July 28, 2020

This Mass was broadcast for the 17th Sunday in Ordinary Time on July 26, 2020. If you believe in what we are doing and would like to continue to support St. Isidore during this difficult time so we can continue 17th Sunday in Ordinary Time

What can we do for those who are suffering from injustice?

Posted on July 28, 2020

Tuesday of the 17th Week in Ordinary Time In today’s homily, Fr. Ron reflects on the prayer from the prophet Jeremiah on what we can do to reach out to and work with them to create greater justice and respect. What can we do for those who are suffering from injustice?

How can you be like yeast?

Posted on July 27, 2020

Monday of the 17th Week in Ordinary TimeToday’s gospel is the story of the woman who hides yeast in three measures of dough.Fr. Ron reflects on how God’s love transforms us so that we can be like yeast to others. How can you be like yeast?

What is the meaning of the Sower and the Seed parable?

Posted on July 24, 2020

Friday of the 16th Week in Ordinary TimeWhat is the meaning of the Sower and the Seed parable? We are the seed planted on the various types of ground. Wondering what that means, watch today’s homily to find out! READINGS:Jer What is the meaning of the Sower and the Seed parable?

Why does Jesus use parables?

Posted on July 23, 2020

Thursday of the 16th Week in Ordinary TimeFr. Ron reflects on why Jesus uses parables in the Gospel to help us come into a deeper understanding of who Jesus is. READINGS:Jer 2:1-3, 7-8, 12-13;Ps 36:6-7ab, 8-9, 10-11;Mt 13:10-17

What is the most important thing to search for in life?

Posted on July 22, 2020

Feast of Saint Mary MagdaleneWe hear in the readings how Mary spent her life searching for Jesus.We search for many things in life, but what is more worthy of our search than the love of God in our life. READINGS:Sg What is the most important thing to search for in life?

16th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Posted on July 21, 2020

This Mass was broadcast for the 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time on July 19, 2020. If you believe in what we are doing and would like to continue to support St. Isidore during this difficult time so we can continue 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time

What happens to our sins after we confess them?

Posted on July 21, 2020

Tuesday of the 16th Week in Ordinary TimeFr. Ron reflects on how sometimes we hold onto our sins after confessing them, but God takes those sins and throws them into the depths of the sea. They are gone in his What happens to our sins after we confess them?

Daily Homily 7/20/2020

Posted on July 20, 2020

Monday of the 16th Week in Ordinary TimeFr. Ron reflects on how we know we are right with God by doing justice, loving kindness, and walking humbly with God READINGS:Mi 6:1-4, 6-8;Ps 50:5-6, 8-9, 16bc-17, 21 and 23;Mt 12:38-42

Daily Homily 7/17/2020

Posted on July 17, 2020

Friday of the 15th Week in Ordinary TimeWe have to love people more than laws. In today’s homily, Fr. Ron reflects on the difference between forgiveness and mercy and the importance in applying this. READINGS:Is 38:1-6, 21-22, 7-8;Is 38:10, 11, Daily Homily 7/17/2020

Daily Homily 7/16/2020

Posted on July 16, 2020

Thursday of the 15th Week in Ordinary TimeFr. Ron reflects on how we should pray for the poor and oppressed who can in many cases carry burdens much greater than our own. READINGS:Is 26:7-9, 12, 16-19;Ps 102:13-14ab and 15, 16-18, Daily Homily 7/16/2020

Daily Homily 7/15/2020

Posted on July 15, 2020

Wednesday of the 15th Week in Ordinary TimeThere are many times we are told to be more childlike? So what is it about children that we should emulate? Fr. Ron reflects on how being more childlike can help us grow Daily Homily 7/15/2020

15th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Posted on July 14, 2020

This mass was broadcast for the 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time on July 12, 2020. If you believe in what we are doing and would like to continue to support St. Isidore during this difficult time so we can continue 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Daily Homily 7/14/20

Posted on July 14, 2020

Tuesday of the 15th Week in Ordinary TimeToday, Fr. Ron reflects on where we place our security. Is it on finances and health or is it on God’s power in our life? How can we use our gifts to help Daily Homily 7/14/20

Daily Homily 7/13/2020

Posted on July 13, 2020

Monday of the 15th Week in Ordinary TimeFr. Ron reflects on how we must to continue to work for God’s kingdom even when there is division among us which we read in today’s readings. READINGS:Is 1:10-17;Ps 50:8-9, 16bc-17, 21 and Daily Homily 7/13/2020

Daily Homily 7/10/2020

Posted on July 10, 2020

Friday of the 14th Week in Ordinary TimeIn today’s reflection on God’s love, Fr. Ron explains how we have to become less so God can become more in our life. READINGS:Hos 14:2-10;Ps 51:3-4, 8-9, 12-13, 14 and 17;Mt 10:16-23

Daily Homily 7/9/2020

Posted on July 9, 2020

Thursday of the 14th Week in Ordinary TimeToday, Fr. Ron reflects on how our God is like a parent teaching a child to walk; always encouraging us to do better but allowing us to make mistakes. READINGS:Hos 11;1-4, 8e-9;Ps 80:2ac Daily Homily 7/9/2020

Daily Homily 7/8/2020

Posted on July 8, 2020

Wednesday of the 14th Week in Ordinary TimeToday, Fr. Ron reflects on how God comes to us in many different ways and with many different faces, and we should always be looking for God’s presence in our lives. READINGS:Hos 10:1-3, Daily Homily 7/8/2020

14TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

Posted on July 7, 2020

This Mass was broadcast for the 14th Sunday in Ordinary Time on July 5, 2020. If you believe in what we are doing and would like to continue to support St. Isidore during this difficult time so we can continue 14TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

Daily Homily 7/7/2020

Posted on July 7, 2020

Tuesday of the 14th Week in Ordinary TimeFr. Ron reflects on the two types of leaders described in today’s readings and how Jesus calls us to work with him to reach out to those in need… the lost and abandoned Daily Homily 7/7/2020

Daily Homily 7/6/2020

Posted on July 6, 2020

Monday of the 14th Week in Ordinary TimeFr. Ron reflects on the book of Hosea from where the readings are drawn this week and asks, “how can we work to create a more just world by substituting love for self-interest Daily Homily 7/6/2020

Daily Homily 7/2/2020

Posted on July 2, 2020

Thursday of the 13th Week in Ordinary Time Fr. Ron reflection how we can be instruments of pardon and peace just act Jesus was in today’s gospel of Matthews account of the healing of the paralyzed man.. READINGS:Am 7:10-17;Ps 19:8, Daily Homily 7/2/2020

Daily Homily for 7/1/2020

Posted on July 1, 2020

Wednesday of the 13th Week in Ordinary Time What is it that makes sure sacrifice acceptable to God? Fr. Ron reflects on what this means based on today’s reading and how our worship must be lead to greater care for Daily Homily for 7/1/2020