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In today's homily, Monsignor Magee helps us to understand the deeper message in today's gospel. Following our own desires does not automatically bring us happiness. Our world is filled with people who have followed only their own desires, only to be miserable. People following only their desires frequently brings themselves into conflict with each other, into addictions, into crime; impr...

In today's gospel, Jesus tells a parable about a landowner who hires workers for his fields, first in the morning, then more later in the afternoon, and still more shortly before the end of the day. At the end of the day, He pays them all the same, regardless of how long they worked. Some of the workers who had worked the longest complain to the landowner about this. Jesus is the landowner, a...

Listen to Msgr. McCormac's announcement made at the 11AM Mass on September 13, 2026

In today's homily, Msgr. Magee discusses today's gospel message on forgiveness. We are reminded that we are to forgive any number of times, regardless of the kind, or seriousness of the offense. As hard as forgiving can be for us, it has a mysterious healing power, for both the offender and to heal the one who has been harmed and learns to forgive. The woman that Monsignor referred to in...

In this past Sunday's homily, Monsignor McCormac reminds us that Jesus gives us a blueprint for how to live in a Christian community, like being charitable to one another, and forgiving. He gives examples of how we can approach reconciliation with one another, both in giving and receiving. Above all, Jesus wishes unity for His people, which can only happen with our cooperation. Please share t...

   In today's homily, Monsignor Magee reminds us how Jesus came to earth as one like us in all things but sin. He explains that it is easy to praise God when the angels rejoice over the skies of Bethlehem at Christmas, or when witness Him curing the sick, casting out demons, raising the dead, and rising Himself from the dead to help us believe, but we don't know Jesus fully until we are...

In today's Gospel, Jesus asks those who are with Him "Who do you say that I am?' By extension, He asks that very same question of each of us today. How we answer that question really determines if we ever become the person we were created to be. Also, we hear how Jesus selects Peter to be the first shepherd of the whole flock, a role which we refer to as the Pope today. Msgr. Magee...

Father Onokumboro is today's celebrant, and he comes to us as a missionary from Nigeria. He shares information about our Catholic brothers and sisters living in his country, and to appeal to the good people of St. Frances Cabrini parish for their financial support. Please listen to Father's appeal again, and thank you for your generosity.

In today's Gospel, we hear about Peter, and how he became afraid when Jesus called him to Himself. When he felt himself sinking in the water, he cried out "Lord, Save Me". In his homily, Msgr. McCormac shares a very personal story in order to help us to overcome our fear of praying with one another. Please share this podcast with a neighbor, family member, or friend, and have a bles...

In today's gospel, we hear of Jesus's miracle of the loaves and the fishes. In his homily, Msgr. Magee reflects on this gospel message, that Jesus addresses to us who are spiritually starving, to bring us back to himself, and to enjoy his goodness forever. Listen to this homily, and let the Lord speak to your heart. Please share this Podcast with someone who might benefit in hearing it,...

In today's homily, Msgr. McCormac tells the story of a soldier who carried a small sack of personal items which meant a lot to him. Unfortunately, they were destroyed in battle, and he realized that everything that he valued and treasured was now gone. In that moment, he realized that he would never allow himself be possessed by his possessions. After the war, he met Padre Pio, and came to re...

In today's homily, Msgr. McCormac reminds us that the Lord is inviting us to persevere in our charity and our love. Jesus uses the parable of the wheat and the weeds to help us to understand. He cautions against removing the weeds before harvest, lest we remove the wheat instead. He will let the weeds and wheat grow side by side until harvest time, where they will be separated and the weeds b...

In today's homily, Deacon Mace reflects on how the readings use farming imagery, and teach about God's powerful Word and about our own personal receptiveness to hearing the Word of God. In these readings, the seed represents the word of God. God lavishly spreads the seed everywhere for all to hear. The seed that was spread on thorny and rocky soil did not bear any fruit. The seed that fa...

In today's homily, Msgr. Magee reminds us on this July 4th weekend, that while we do not bow down to an earthly king, we do owe praise and honor to our heavenly king. He beautifully ties in the powerful words found in our Declaration of Independence that " all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable rights, that among these are Life, Liberty...

In today's homily, Deacon Mace tells us that today's message comes from the Lord's reflections on being on missionary activity, and it has two parts. In the first part, Jesus lays down the conditions for following Him, and in the second part, He promises rewards to those who welcome his disciples. Jesus reminds us that we are to love Him and His heavenly father above all others, inc...

In today's homily, Msgr. Magee explains that one of Jesus's most frequent messages is "do not be afraid" and he gives us examples. It doesn't mean nothing bad will happen to us, but reminds us that whatever happens to us, good or bad, will not sink us in the eternal plan. Listen to Msgr. Magee's words from today's homily, and ask youself what is Jesus trying to s...

In today's homily, Monsignor Magee looks at the words of today's gospel, and reminds us that being God's chosen people does not mean standing above and against others, looking down on them. On the contrary, It means being chosen by Him to be a light to the others. Listen to this week's homily, and see what the Lord is saying to your heart. Please share this podcast with someone...

Today, the Catholic Church celebrates the Solemnity of Corpus Christi. which means the body and blood of our Lord Jesus Christ. Monsignor Magee shares some powerful insights about this feast, which is at the core of our Catholic faith. At every Mass, the priest says the exact words that Jesus himself used at the last supper. Jesus gives Himself to each and everyone of us, so He can live inside us,...

In today's homily, Deacon Mace shares his thoughts on the Mystery of the Blessed Trinity, one God in three divine persons. Each time we bless ourselves, we acknowledge the blessed trinity, in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Listen to today's homily again, and see what the Lord is saying to your heart. Please share this podcast with a friend, and have a ble...

In today's homily, Father Alex Pancoast shares his insights about the great feast of Pentecost, the "birthday" of the church. He reminds us that the mission of the church is to go, evangelize, and bring Christ to all of the nations. This isn't a job  just for priests and religious, but for each and every one of us. The Holy Spirit comes to us in Baptism, and is strengthened in...

Today, we listen as Msgr. McCormac remembers his own priestly ordination forty-six years ago. After attending the ordination Mass at the Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul yesterday (May 16, 2026), he began thinking about his own ordination day, and shares some personal reflections with all of us. One very special request he made to God that day was that the Lord put him in places and parishes whe...

Happy Mother's Day!! Msgr. Magee shares some beautiful insights about Mother's Day with us. He emphasizes that Mother's want to share all that they can to ensure the success of their children, and speaks specifically about the mothers' of seminarians that he has met over the years. He continues on by tying his message about what a special gift that mothers are into today's...

In today's homily, Msgr. McCormac reminds us how Jesus is preparing his disciples as He prepares to return to heaven at the right hand of His father. He tells them "do not let your hearts be troubled", and that he was going to prepare a place for them, and that He would come back and take them to Himself. He also reminds them that He was the way to the Father, if they knew Him, then...

On this Good Shepherd Sunday, we are reminded that Jesus is the Good Shepherd, and that He knows His sheep, and His sheep know Him. In Deacon Mace's homily, he tells us how we are to pattern our lives after Jesus's example. Please listen and reflect on the message of today's homily, and share it with someone who needs to hear it. Have a blessed week.