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RCIA Talk 20 - Fr Ed Fride Testimony 2015

RCIA Talk 19 on Baptism by Anthony Patti  in the year 2015

The first talk in the Life in the Spirit Seminar, given by Jack Lynch on Monday, February 9, 2015, at Christ the King Catholic Church as part of the  Upper Room Ministry . Jack introduces the Life in the Spirit Seminar, Jack introduces the Life in the Spirit Seminar, presents an overview of prayer for a new Pentecost from popes of the last 50 years, and describes how it relates to God’s love for u...

Homily given at the 11:30 a.m. Mass on Sunday, February 8, 2015, the Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time and World Marriage Day, by Dcn. Lou Russello, Christ the King Catholic Church. In the last 50 years, we have seen a serious erosion of marriage and family life in the United States. Dcn. Lou explores some of the reasons for that erosion and things that can be done to strengthen marriage and family li...

Homily given at the 4:30 p.m. Mass on Saturday, February 7, 2015, the Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time and World Marriage Day, by Fr. Ed Fride, Pastor, Christ the King Catholic Church. Many people, like Job in the first reading, face serious challenges. When we hit those difficult times, we must choose to turn to God, learn the Church's teaching, and seek God for the power to live it out. Christian m...

The first talk in the Gifts for the New Evangelization class, given by Dr. Mary Healy, associate professor of Sacred Scripture at Sacred Heart Major Seminary  in Detroit. This talk was given on Friday, February 6, 2015, at Christ the King Catholic Church as part of the  Upper Room Ministry . Dr. Healy is introduced by Christy Whiting, Upper Room Administrator. This 7-week class helps participants...

Homily given at the 8:45 a.m. Mass on Sunday, February 1, 2015, the Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time, by Fr. Ed Fride, Pastor, Christ the King Catholic Church. God commissioned Moses and his successors to authentically teach and interpret the Law given on Sinai. That magisterium established by God continues today in the "Chair of Peter." One way that we see that teaching authority exercised is in th...

Homily given at the 4:30 p.m. Mass on Saturday, January 31, 2015, the Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time, by Fr. Ed Fride, Pastor, Christ the King Catholic Church. Fr. Ed reflects on the gifts of the magisterium, religious life, and marriage to the Church. After the homily, Dcn. Dan and Dolly Foley celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary by renewing their marriage vows. Keywords: marriage, religious...

Homily given at the 8:45 a.m. Mass on Sunday, January 25, 2015, the Third Sunday in Ordinary Time, by Fr. Ed Fride, Pastor, Christ the King Catholic Church. The story of Jonah is an encouragement to all of us who think that God can't possibly use us unless our motives are perfectly pure. God tries to explain to Jonah that the Jews are the Chosen, but everyone is loved by God, even our enemies. Eve...

RCIA Talk 18 - Sacraments and Sacramentals Introduction given by Kate Schoenle in 2015

Homily given at the 8:45 a.m. Mass on Sunday, January 18, 2015, the Second Sunday in Ordinary Time, by Fr. Ed Fride, Pastor, Christ the King Catholic Church. In today's first reading, we hear the Lord calling to Samuel for the first time. The Lord wants us to hear His voice as well. If we do, we will hear Him say that He loves us. Keywords: evangelization, love of God

RCIA Talk 17 on Commandments 6-9 7-10 by Prof Barbara Morgan in 2015

RCIA Talk 16 on Commandments 4-5-8 by Elizabeth Siegel in 2015

RCIA Talk 15 on the first three Commandments by Dcn Larry Randolph

RCIA Talk 14 on the Gravity of Sin by Prof Barbara Morgan in 2014

RCIA Talk 13 on Conscience by Prof Barbara Morgan in 2014

Homily given at the 8:45 a.m. Mass on Sunday, January 11, 2015, the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord, by Fr. Ed Fride, Pastor, Christ the King Catholic Church. The grace of our Baptism empowers us to live for the Lord Jesus and to share the Gospel. Keywords: Surrender to God

Brad Schmidt gave a talk to parents of 6th - 12th Grade students about the importance of talking to their kids about pornography, masturbation and sexual purity.  The talk included reasons why it's so vital, particularly early on, as well as resources and tips for how to have those conversations and recommendations for filtering and accountability solutions. Download the Handout

Homily given at the 4:30 p.m. Mass on Wednesday, December 24, 2014, the Vigil of Christmas, by Dcn. Larry Randolph, Christ the King Catholic Church. Dcn. Larry reminds us that God wants to be with us. He wants to love us. He wants to care for us. He wants our love, too. That is the message of Christmas. His coming as a baby at Christmas shows that God will pursue us no matter what. Key words: Chri...

Homily given at the 10:30 a.m. Mass on Thursday, December 25, 2014, the Solemnity of Christmas, by Dcn. John Ozog, Christ the King Catholic Church. Dcn. John reflects on the wonder of the God who loves us so much that He became one of us and the response of love that we, as individuals and families, should give Him in return. Key words: Christmas, Incarnation, Nativity

Homily given at the 11:30 a.m. Mass on Sunday, January 4, 2015, the Solemnity of the Epiphany of the Lord, by Dcn. Gerry Holowicki, Christ the King Catholic Church. Dcn. Gerry urges us to be open to the blessings that the Lord Jesus wants to continue to pour out on us as the Christmas season continues. Keywords: Christmas, Epiphany

Homily given at the 4:30 p.m. Mass on Saturday, January 3, 2015, the Solemnity of the Epiphany of the Lord, by Fr. Richard Lobert, chaplain at Fr. Gabriel Richard High School in Ann Arbor. Fr. Lobert reflects on the gifts that the Magi brought to the Child Jesus and asks, What were the gifts that God the Father gave to His Son Jesus? Key words: Christmas, joy, gifts, Magi, surrender to God

Homily given at the 5:30 p.m. Mass on Wednesday, December 31, 2014, the Vigil of the Octave of Christmas and the Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God, by Fr. Richard Lobert, chaplain at Fr. Gabriel Richard High School in Ann Arbor. Fr. Richard invites us to join the shepherds in contemplating the mystery of the birth of our Savior, Jesus. Key words: Christmas, forgiveness, love

Homily given at the 11:30 a.m. Mass on Sunday, December 28, 2014, the Feast of the Holy Family, by Fr. Richard Lobert, chaplain at Fr. Gabriel Richard High School in Ann Arbor. The source of the love in the family is the rivers of the living water of love flowing from the Heart of Jesus. As we start the Year for Marriage in the dioceses of Michigan, let's reflect on this truth and how it can be li...

Homily given at the 8:00 p.m. Mass on Wednesday, December 24, 2014, the Vigil of Christmas, by Fr. Ed Fride, Pastor, Christ the King Catholic Church. As we celebrate the Mass of the Christ, we rejoice in the truth of the Incarnation, when God Himself took flesh and dwelt among us. Do we take our identity in our relationship with Jesus? Are we going to surrender our lives to Him and live for Him? K...