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Reflecting on the Parable of the Wedding Feast (Mt 22:1-10), Fr. Eric speaks about the need to recover a sense of gratuity and giftedness in receiving the fullness of salvation offered to us in Christ. This is a live recording of a homily that Fr. Eric gave at Holy Family in Whitby, Ontario during the weekend of Oct. 10/11, 2026. As a key example, Fr. Eric refers to a commentary by St. Faustina Ko...

Fr. Eric reflects upon a scene from a book from the Chronicles of Narnia series by C.S. Lewis called "The Silver Chair" (1953) in speaking about quenching the thirst of our deep desires. Spoilers. This is a clip from a homily that Fr. Eric gave on Oct. 3, 2026 at Holy Family in Whitby, Ontario reflecting on the Parable of the Wicked Tenants (Mt 21:33-43). Watch Catholic Latte on YouTube and Facebo...

Reflecting on the Parable of the Wicked Tenants (Mt 21:33-43), Fr. Eric speaks about how it is possible to be enamoured with religious practice while failing to put God first in our lives. This is a live recording of a homily that Fr. Eric gave during the weekend of Oct. 3/4, 2026 at Holy Family Parish in Whitby, Ontario. Watch Catholic Latte on YouTube and Facebook. An audio version of the podcas...

Reflecting on the Parable of the Two Sons (Mt 21:28-32), Fr. Eric speaks about the invitation to go forth to bring the world back to God. This is a live recording of a homily that Fr. Eric gave during the weekend of Sept. 26/27, 2026 at Holy Family in Whitby, Ontario. Watch Catholic Latte on YouTube and Facebook. An audio version of the podcast is available also on Spotify, iTunes and Podbean.

Reflecting on the Parable of the Workers in the Vineyard (Mt 20:1-16), Fr. Eric speaks about the gratuity of God's love and mercy, and the gift of salvation. This is a live recording of a homily that Fr. Eric gave on Sept. 20, 2026 at Holy Family in Whitby, Ontario. As a key example, Fr. Eric refers to a film called "Spider-Man: Brand New Day" (2026) starring Tom Holland, Zendaya and Marisa Tomei....

Fr. Eric reflects on the film "Spider-Man: Brand New Day" (2026) starring Tom Holland and Marisa Tomei in speaking about the distinction between love and admiration. Major spoilers. This is a clip from a homily that Fr. Eric gave on Sept. 20, 2026 at Holy Family in Whitby, Ontario reflecting on the Parable of the Workers in the Vineyard (Mt 20:1-16). Watch Catholic Latte on YouTube and Facebook. A...

Fr. Eric reflects on a clip in the TV show "The Chosen" (2017-2026) focusing on how a moment of reconciliation between Peter and Matthew inspires the other disciples. Spoiler alert. This is a clip from a homily that Fr. Eric gave during the weekend of Sept. 5/6, 2026 at Holy Family Parish in Whitby, Ontario where Fr. Eric speaks about fraternal correction in the context of Mt 18:15-20. Watch Catho...

Fr. Eric reflects on a clip in the TV show "The Chosen" (2017-2026) where Peter forgives Matthew for a prior incident. Spoiler alert. This is a clip from a homily that Fr. Eric gave during the weekend of Sept. 5/6, 2026 at Holy Family Parish in Whitby, Ontario where Fr. Eric speaks about fraternal correction in the context of Mt 18:15-20. Watch Catholic Latte on YouTube and Facebook. An audio vers...

Reflecting on the Parable of the Unforgiving Servant (Mt 18:21-35), Fr. Eric speaks about the subject of forgiveness. This is a live recording of a homily that Fr. Eric gave during the weekend of Sept. 12/13 at Holy Family in Whitby, Ontario. Watch Catholic Latte on YouTube and Facebook. An audio version of the podcast is available also on Spotify, iTunes and Podbean.

Fr. Eric reflects on a clip in the TV show "The Chosen" (2017-2026) focusing on a dispute between Matthew and Peter. Spoiler alert. This is a clip from a homily that Fr. Eric gave during the weekend of Sept. 5/6, 2026 at Holy Family Parish in Whitby, Ontario where Fr. Eric speaks about fraternal correction in the context of Mt 18:15-20. Watch Catholic Latte on YouTube and Facebook. An audio versio...

Reflecting on Matthew 18:15-20, Fr. Eric speaks about fraternal correction; and in particular, what the Lord says we must do when we are hurt or otherwise wronged by another person in the context of a communal setting. As a key example, Fr. Eric refers to a clip in the TV show "The Chosen" (2017-2026) focusing on a dispute between Matthew and Peter. Spoiler alert. This is a live recording of a hom...

On Oct. 24, 2025, Fr. Eric gave a talk to a group of young adults entitled "The Path of Becoming" at St. Francis Xavier in Tottenham, Ontario reflecting mainly on the biographical film "I Like Me" (2025) focusing on John Candy. Major spoilers.   Fr. Eric also refers to a film called "Secretariat" (2010) starring Diane Lane. This event was hosted by Spiritus North of the Office of Catholic Youth in...

This is a clip from a homily that Fr. Eric gave on Aug. 16, 2026 at Holy Family Parish in Whitby, Ontario. Fr. Eric reflects upon the story of the Canaanite woman who begs Jesus to heal her daughter (Mt 15:21-28) where Jesus responds by referencing the image of a dog. Watch Catholic Latte on YouTube and Facebook. An audio version of the podcast is available also on Spotify, iTunes and Podbean.

Fr. Eric reflects upon the story of the Canaanite woman who begs Jesus to heal her daughter (Mt 15:21-28) where Jesus responds by referencing the image of a dog. This is a live recording of a homily that Fr. Eric gave on Aug. 16, 2026 at Holy Family Parish in Whitby, Ontario. Watch Catholic Latte on YouTube and Facebook. An audio version of the podcast is available also on Spotify, iTunes and Podb...

Reflecting on 1 Kings 19:9-13, Fr. Eric speaks about how we might work through situations where we're feeling isolated, stressed and overwhelmed. This is a live recording of a homily that Fr. Eric gave on August 9, 2026 at Holy Family Parish in Whitby, Ontario. Watch Catholic Latte on YouTube and Facebook. An audio version of the podcast is available also on Spotify, iTunes and Podbean.

Fr. Eric reflects on the multiplication of the loaves and the fish (Mt 14:13-21). This is a live recording of a homily that Fr. Eric gave on Aug 2, 2026 at Holy Family in Whitby, Ontario. Watch Cathoilc Latte on YouTube and Facebook. An audio version of the podcast is available also on Spotify, iTunes and Podbean.

Fr. Eric reflects upon the Parable of the Hidden Treasure (Mt 13:44) and the Parable of the Pearl (Mt 13:45-46) in speaking about the journey of discipleship. This is a live recording of a homily that Fr. Eric gave on July 26, 2026 at Holy Family Parish in Whitby, Ontario. As a key example, Fr. Eric refers to a film called "The Odyssey" (2026) directed by Christopher Nolan and starring Matt Damon....

Fr. Eric reflects upon the film "The Odyssey" (2026) directed by Christopher Nolan. This is a clip from a homily that Fr. Eric gave during the weekend of July 25/26, 2026 at Holy Family Parish in Whitby, Ontario. Major spoilers. Watch Catholic Latte on YouTube and Facebook. An audio version of the podcast is available also on Spotify, iTunes and Podbean.

Fr. Eric reflects upon the film "My Cousin Vinny" (1992) starring Joe Pesci and Marisa Tomei. Major spoilers. This is a clip from a homily that was given during the weekend of June 20/21, 2026 at St. James Parish in Colgan, Ontario. Watch Catholic Latte on YouTube and Facebook. An audio version of the podcast is available also on Spotify, iTunes and Podbean.

Fr. Eric reflects upon a story of a mother praying about journeying with her son in the aftermath of his dog's passing. This is a clip from a homily that Fr. Eric gave during the weekend of July 18/19, 2026 at Holy Family Parish in Whitby, Ontario reflecting on the Parable of the Weeds and the Wheat (Mt 13:24-30). Watch Catholic Latte on YouTube and Facebook. An audio version of the podcast is ava...

Reflecting on the Parable of the Weeds and the Wheat (Mt 13:24-30), Fr. Eric speaks about the coexistence of evil with good in the world in accordance with Divine Providence. This is a live recording of a homily that Fr. Eric gave during the weekend of July 18/19, 2026 at Holy Family Parish in Whitby, Ontario. Watch Catholic Latte on YouTube and Facebook. An audio version of the podcast is availab...

Reflecting on the Parable of the Sower (Mt 13:1-23), Fr. Eric speaks about various obstacles which prevent us from cooperating with God's grace in the world or even recognizing His presence. This is a live recording of a homily that Fr. Eric gave on July 12, 2026 at Holy Family in Whitby, Ontario. As a key example, Fr. Eric refers to a film called "Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse" (2023). Mino...

Fr. Eric reflects upon the Lord's exhortation to come to Him in our weariness (Mt 11:25-30). This is a live recording of a homily that Fr. Eric gave during the weekend of July 4/5, 2026. Watch Catholic Latte on YouTube and Facebook. An audio version of the podcast is available also on Spotify, iTunes and Podbean.

This is a live recording of Fr. Eric's first homily at his new assignment at Holy Family in Whitby, Ontario during the weekend of June 27/28, 2026. As a key example, Fr. Eric refers to a film called "Supergirl" (2026) starring Milly Alcock. Minor spoilers. Watch Catholic Latte on YouTube and Facebook. An audio version of the podcast is available also on Spotify, iTunes and Podbean.

During his final weekend with the community of St. James in Colgan, Ontario; St. Francis Xavier in Tottenham and St. Mary's in Achill, Fr. Eric reflects upon lessons learned in the context of pastoral ministry. This is a live recording of a homily that was given during the weekend of June 20/21, 2026 at St. James. As key examples, Fr. Eric refers to the Netflix TV series "Daredevil" (2015-2018) st...