Credo! Catholic Truth in an Age of Relativism

Here is the homily I gave for the  5th Sunday of Lent . This is the 5th in the series, "Lord, I Surrender." We have become so obsessed today with physical health that many forget about spiritual health. Since we have all died in Baptism, we are members of Jesus Christ and need to bear much fruit. You can also follow me on: Vimeo - https://vimeo.com/frpeterd YouTube - https://YouTube.com/...

Here is the homily I gave for the  4th Sunday of Lent . This is the fourth in the series, "Lord, I Surrender." In this homily, I demonstrate how saying, "Lord, I Surrender," actually means I claim my Victory. Feel free to share this with others if you find it helpful. You can also follow me on: Vimeo - https://vimeo.com/frpeterd YouTube - https://YouTube.com/frpeterd FaceBook -...

Here is the homily I gave for the  3rd Sunday of Lent . This is the third in the series, "Lord I Surrender." All of us are weighed down by Sin and the best way to be set free is through forgiveness in the Sacrament of Confession.  You can also follow me on: Vimeo - https://vimeo.com/frpeterd YouTube - https://YouTube.com/frpeterd FaceBook - https://facebook.com/frpeterd

Here is the homily I gave for the 2 nd Sunday of Lent . This is second in the series, "Lord, I Surrender." So often we try to do things ourselves and only turn to God when there are problems. All Catholics need to get better at listening and spending time in prayer. A true disciple rids all obstacles in his or her life that prevent him or her from hearing God's voice.

Here is the homily I gave for the  First Sunday of Lent . This is the first in the series, "Lord, I Surrender." As we enter the season of Lent, our lives should be very different than the rest of the people in the world. We should enter the desert and totally surrender ourselves to the Lord. When we are able to "give up" the things that keep us from God, then we are able to hea...

Here is the homily I gave for the 6th Sunday in Ordinary Time. This is the last in the series, "Everyone is Searching."  It is true that every human being is searching for God, even if they do not know it. The only way to Peace in this life is with Christ. While Sin brings anxiety and distress, Christ's grace brings Peace. We all need to repent and reform our lives according to His G...

Here is the homily I gave for the  5th Sunday in Ordinary Time . This is the fourth in the series, "Everyone is Searching." At the Mass with children today, I emphasized the need we have to stay focused on the message of Jesus and not allow ourselves to be distracted by things that fascinate us. Jesus wants us focused on the message of repentance and the Kingdom. You can also follow me o...

Here is the homily I gave for the  2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time . This is the first in the series, "Everyone is Searching." Whether we realize it or not, everyone is searching for something. It was God Who created us to desire Him, and until we turn to Him, we will remain restless in our search to be satisfied.  You can also follow me on: Vimeo - https://vimeo.com/frpeterd YouTube - https...

Here is the homily I gave for the  Feast of the Epiphany . This is the last in the series, "Welcome Home." Like the Magi, all of us are on a journey in which we must follow the light to the Light, Jesus Christ. Merry Christmas to you and your family! You can also follow me on: Vimeo - https://vimeo.com/frpeterd YouTube - https://YouTube.com/frpeterd FaceBook - https://facebook.com/frpete...

Here is the homily I gave for the  Feast of the Holy Family . This is the second in the series, "Welcome Home." In a world that keeps trying to change what family is, we need Christians to understand what God made the family to be. May all our families grow in holiness and peace. Merry Christmas to you and your family! You can also follow me on: Vimeo - https://vimeo.com/frpeterd YouTube...

Here is the homily I gave for Christmas. This is the first in the series, "Welcome Home." Christmas is a time when we realize the important of our family and that it is our family that makes our home a home. We must all strive to be Light in our homes so that we can overcome the darkness. Merry Christmas to you and your family! You can also follow me on: Vimeo - https://vimeo.com/frpeter...

Here is the homily I gave for the 4 th Sunday of Advent . This is the last in the series, "Coming Home." As we hear the Blessed Mother say YES to the angel, we realize that we are truly in the final part of our journey Home. You can also follow me on: Vimeo - https://vimeo.com/frpeterd YouTube - https://YouTube.com/frpeterd FaceBook - https://facebook.com/frpeterd

Here is the homily I gave for the  3rd Sunday of Advent . This is the third in the series, "Coming Home." All of us want to be prepared for Christmas, but many of us are focussing our attention on the wrong thing. If we wish to give the perfect gift, we all need to work on our self-mastery, and then make a sincere gift of self to others. You can also follow me on: Vimeo - https://vimeo.c...

Here is the homily I gave for the  Second Sunday of AdventSecond Sunday of Advent . This is the second in the series, "Coming Home." We are all making preparations for various reasons. The most important preparation, however, should be preparing to receive Jesus into our lives. This homily was given at the Family Mass with some interactions with the children present. You can also follow...

Here is the homily I gave for the  First Sunday of Advent . This begins a series entitled, "Coming Home." For the Season of Advent, we will be emphasizing Family, Heritage, and Hospitality. All of these are part of a process that leads us to our Heavenly Home. To arrive safely, we must journey with our earthly family in the Church. You can also follow me on: Vimeo - https://vimeo.com/frp...

Here is the homily I gave for the  Solemnity of Christ, King of the Universe . This is the final in the series, "Ready or Not." At this Mass I offered the homily to the children reflecting how the way we respond to others and the way we treat them is the way we treat Christ. We must work to be ready for when our King will return, which means showing our Love to God and others. You can al...

Here is the homily I gave on Thanksgiving Day. So often we allow the situations in our lives to dominate and forget that we all owe God our gratitude for the many Blessings He gives, especially fot the family He gave us. Make sure to express your love for God and to one another today. To view this on video - https://vimeo.com/887722430 You can also follow me on: Vimeo - https://vimeo.com/frpeterd...

Here is the homily I gave for the  33rd Sunday of Ordinary Time . This is the fifth in the series, "Ready or Not." As we continue to reflect on the Second Coming of Christ, we are receiving many important insights from Jesus as to what it will take to be ready. One thing for sure is that we will be held accountable for the many things we do or didn't do in preparation. God has Gifted...

Here is the homily I gave for the  32nd Sunday of Ordinary Time . This is the fourth in the series, "Ready or Not." Jesus needs us to be Light in this world of darkness. To best project His Light in this world requires us to seek Grace. When the time comes, we all need to be in a state of Grace. It is the only way to be ready when He Comes. To view this on video - https://vimeo.com/88375...

Here is the homily I gave for the  31st Sunday in Ordinary Time . This is the third in the series, "Ready or Not." In rebuking the religious leadership of His time, Jesus is rebuking the religious leaders of every generation. The key in understanding the challenge is that we should be in a state of continual repentance and reforming our ways. To view this on video - https://vimeo.com/881...

Here is the homily I gave for the  30th Sunday in Ordinary Time . This is the second in the series, "Ready or Not." All of us must grapple with the Last Four Things - Death, Judgment, Heaven, and Hell. We must accept that we will die and be judged. Jesus makes it clear that we will be judged on how we Loved.  To view this on video - https://vimeo.com/879184826 You can also follow me on:...

Here is the homily I gave for the  29th Sunday in Ordinary Time . This is the first in the series, "Ready or Not." We all cling to our sins but make no mistake, there will be a judgment. Rather than excusing Sin, we should be discerning God's Will and getting our souls ready for Judgment Day. To view this on video - https://vimeo.com/876838010 You can also follow me on: Vimeo - https...

Here is the homily I gave for the  28th Sunday in Ordinary Time . This is the final in the series, "Listen Up." Jesus is making it clear that there will be a Judgment based on the standards set by God. We all need to listen to what He is truly saying and amend our lives accordingly. To view this on video - https://vimeo.com/874580317 You can also follow me on: Vimeo - https://vimeo.com/f...

Here is the homily I gave at the children's Mass for the 27th Sunday in Ordinary Time. This is the third in the series, "Listen Up." Jesus is calling us to remove the blinders we form through Sin so we can see the Good that God is doing in and through us each day. To view this on video - https://vimeo.com/872298949 You can also follow me on: Vimeo - https://vimeo.com/frpeterd YouTube...

Here is the homily I gave for the  26th Sunday in Ordinary Time . This is the second in the series, "Listen Up." It is time for all Catholics to accept and profess all that the Church Teaches and Believes. The era of cafeteria Catholicism must come to an end. To view this on video - https://vimeo.com/870013960 You can also follow me on: Vimeo - https://vimeo.com/frpeterd YouTube - https:...