Chackbay Catholic - OLOPS

What’s Your Goal? - Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time (Feb 12, 2023) 12.02.2023 10:58 ↓

The goal of the Christian life is not to not go to hell, but rather to be a saint, to strive for heaven. Jesus’ words today get at the root of why we so often struggle with that.

The Real Enemy - Daily Mass Homily (Feb 10, 2023) 10.02.2023 3:50 ↓

The readings today give us a glimpse at who the real enemy is and who we can combat him in our daily lives.

Being Salt and Light - 5th Sunday in Ordinary Time (Feb 5, 2023) 05.02.2023 8:27 ↓

Jesus tells us to be salt and light, but what does that really mean? Listen to find out!

Only What He Asks - Daily Mass Homily (Feb 4, 2023) 04.02.2023 3:15 ↓

We should only say “yes” to what Jesus asks of us, which means we need to listen!

He Will Provide - Daily Mass Homily (Feb 3, 2023) 03.02.2023 2:59 ↓

What if we really lived as if God would never abandon us, but would always provide. May we have that deep and lasting peace.

Waiting on the Lord - Daily Mass Homily (Feb 2, 2023) 03.02.2023 3:54 ↓

If we wait on the Lord, He will show up.

The Discipline of Love - Daily Mass Homily (Feb 1, 2023) 03.02.2023 2:39 ↓

God’s discipline is not a sign that He has left us, but rather He is closer to us than we could ever imagine.

The Call to Patience - Daily Mass homily (Jan 31, 2023) 31.01.2023 4:05 ↓

St John Bosco gives us a beautiful witness and exhortation to be truly patient with others - a struggle for many. May God give each of us that grace!

True Blessedness - 4th Sunday in Ordinary Time (Jan 29, 2023) 29.01.2023 8:52 ↓

The Beatitudes don’t seem to pain a picture of a blessed or happy life. But Jesus invites us to a deeper understanding of happiness that we don’t have to make for ourselves.

Confidence in Suffering - Daily Mass Homily (Jan 27, 2023) 27.01.2023 3:46 ↓

God invites us to not forget the confidence we can have in Him, especially when we find ourselves in moments of suffering.

God is Greater than Discouragement - Daily Mass Homily (Jan 26, 2023) 26.01.2023 3:20 ↓

Whenever you feel discouraged, take comfort in the fact that even the apostles were there too. And God can overcome even the realest discouragement.

Being Known - Daily Mass Homily (Jan 25, 2023) 25.01.2023 3:20 ↓

St Paul shows us that the essence of conversion is not in what we do, but in how we are known by God.

How to Know God’s Will - Daily Mass Homily (Jan 24, 2023) 24.01.2023 4:02 ↓

St Francis de Sales gives some wise insight into knowing what God’s will for us is.

The Power of Yes - 3rd Sunday in Ordinary Time (Jan 22, 2023) 22.01.2023 11:09 ↓

The power of a single “Yes” to God can change the world. He has an invitation for each of us to follow Him. What will you say?

Jesus’ Desire for You - Daily Mass Homily (Jan 20, 2023) 20.01.2023 3:22 ↓

Jesus doesn’t just call those who are perfect or good enough. He calls those whom He desires. Listen to His desire for you today.

Bring Him Your Hurts - Daily Mass Homily (Jan 19, 2023) 19.01.2023 2:05 ↓

Jesus heals every infirmity that is brought to Him. That means that we need to bring ours to Him!

Jesus Isn’t Afraid of the Mess - Daily Mass Homily (Jan 18, 2023) 18.01.2023 2:48 ↓

Jesus doesn’t hide from or dance around the harder things. Rather, He goes right there to bring His healing presence.

Radical Trust - Daily Mass Homily (Jan 17, 2023) 17.01.2023 2:57 ↓

May the Lord give us the grace to know that He is a God who always keeps His promises.

Waiting for Quick Help - Feast of Our Lady of Prompt Succor (Jan 15, 2023) 15.01.2023 10:59 ↓

As we celebrate our patroness, we ask her to help us to have deep faith in the God who desires to save us.

How to Pray - Daily Mass Homily (Jan 7, 2023) 08.01.2023 2:54 ↓

Mary shows us how to pray with surrender, trust, and confidence.

The Littlest Brush - Daily Mass Homily (Jan 6, 2023) 06.01.2023 3:43 ↓

“God can paint the most exquisite works of art with the littlest brush.” -St. Andre Bessette

“Jesus, I Love You” - Daily Mass Homily (Jan 5, 2023) 05.01.2023 2:38 ↓

Pope Benedict shows us what the heart of our faith is - love of Jesus.

Learning to Let Go - Daily Mass Homily (Jan 4, 2023) 04.01.2023 4:03 ↓

If we can let go of our own expectations, we can truly experience the peace of God’s will for us.

The Power of the Name - Daily Mass Homily (Jan 3, 2023) 04.01.2023 2:33 ↓

There is no other name by which we can be saved.

Pondering with Mary This Year - Sunday Homily (Jan 1, 2023) 01.01.2023 10:19 ↓

Let’s make a commitment to ponder and reflect this year, creating space in our day for God to speak to us.