Old St. Pat's Podcast

Just as each of us has a one-of-a-kind fingerprint, we also each have a distinctive life purpose. Age is no barrier to discerning what God calls us to do and taking bold steps toward our true selves. Today, Father Pat McGrath emphasizes a crucial truth: we are not a product of chance; we are here with a vital role to fulfill, and the world eagerly anticipates each of our unique talents, limitless...

The Old St. Pat's Music Series Is Brought To You By The Old St. Pat's Choir The featured songs today are: I Will Be With You If Today You Hear The Voice of God How Can I Keep From Singing?

Have you ever embarked on a journey towards a goal, only to find that it demands more grit, determination, patience, faith, and help than initially anticipated? As you traveled the path, you probably had to recalibrate based on what you discovered and what was needed to stay on track. And sometimes, it probably stretched your mind, body, and soul beyond your usual limit. Today, Father Pat McGrath...

The Old St. Pat's Music Series Is Brought To You By The Old St. Pat's Choir The featured songs today are: Holy Is Your Name What You Have Done For Me From The Waters I Will Rise

Sometimes life throws us a curveball that surprises us, disrupting our plans and upsetting our rhythm. But what if these unexpected setbacks were not just inconveniences but opportunities for profound learning and spiritual growth? Today, Father Foley explores how embracing life's disruptions can lead us to greater insights and a deeper connection with our life's purpose.

The Old St. Pat's Music Series Is Brought To You By The Old St. Pat's Choir The featured songs today are: We Sing God's Truth The Lord Is My Light Be Not Afraid

Have you ever noticed that after cleaning up, you feel more at peace in your space and can find the items needed? The same can be applied to our minds! In a world bustling with noise and distractions, our inner clutter can have a negative impact on our spiritual connection to the Divine. So today, Father Michael Simone sheds light on the daily habit that can revolutionize our lives and allow us to...

Have you ever felt like a deer in headlights, frozen by fear? Now imagine a life where fear no longer holds you back. How would you transform your life by doing what you can to find freedom from fear? Today, Father Pat McGrath asks us to pay attention to ways we can be healed from our anxiety and move towards a life of courage and boundless possibility.

The Old St. Pat's Music Series Is Brought To You By The Old St. Pat's Choir The featured songs today are: I Am The Bread of Life Tender Hearted Way, Truth & Life

The unknown can be anxiety-inducing, whether starting a new job, moving to an unfamiliar place, stepping into a new school year, or embarking on a fresh relationship. We may find ourselves grappling with feelings of self-doubt. Questions like "Am I capable enough?" "Do I have what it takes?" or "Will I fit in?" often cloud our minds. However, we align ourselves with God's will when approaching new...

The Old St. Pat's Music Series Is Brought To You By The Old St. Pat's Choir The featured songs today are: For The Faithful Who Have Answered (M. Scozzafave/S. Dunstan) Ad Maiorem Dei, Gloriam (Ferraro) How Can I Keep From Singing? (Quaker/Jeanne Cotter)

As we look at nature and observe the diverse landscape of a forest, we discover that every living being, from the towering trees to the tiniest insects, plays a vital role in maintaining the ecosystem's delicate balance. So too, in our human existence, the kaleidoscope of the differences around us creates a beautiful, vibrant tapestry. In today's episode, Father Foley has us imagine a world where...

The Old St. Pat's Music Series Is Brought To You By The Old St. Pat's Choir The featured songs today are: Give My Regards to Broadway Beauty School Drop Out Zazz

Relationships with friends, spouses, or family members require effort and a two-way street of communication and understanding. So just as a one-sided relationship isn't healthy with the people in our lives, we explore how our relationship with Jesus also demands active participation. Today, Father Pat McGrath looks at God's invitation to enter into a relationship where we respond and participate i...

The Old St. Pat's Music Series Is Brought To You By The Old St. Pat's Choir The featured songs today are: Our Children Anybody Have A Map? Mama Who Bore Me

"Calvin and Hobbes" is a comic strip about Calvin, a six-year-old boy, and Hobbes, a stuffed tiger. To Calvin, Hobbes is his best friend and a living Tiger, while appearing as just a stuffed animal to others. Hobbes helps Calvin take imaginative adventures and live out his dreams! Life is easier, less scary, and more fun with friends. So today, Father Foley examines this playfully profound comic s...

The Old St. Pat's Music Series Is Brought To You By The Old St. Pat's Choir The featured songs today are: Feed The Birds Could We Start Again Please?

Dear Heavenly Father, on this Fourth of July, we gather to seek your guidance and blessings. We thank you for the gift of freedom and the opportunities it affords us. Grant us the wisdom to be good stewards of this liberty, that we may foster justice, unity, and compassion in our community. Bless our nation, our leaders, and all who have sacrificed for our freedoms. May this day serve as a reminde...

The Old St. Pat's Music Series Is Brought To You By The Old St. Pat's Choir The featured songs today are special songs from the recent Broadway on Adams performance: A Dream Is a Wish Your Heart Makes Part of Your World A Whole New World Colors Of The Wind Reflection    

Fear is an internal warning system that keeps us out of harm's way, ensuring our survival if used appropriately. However, what happens when fear takes control, spiraling into an overwhelming force that cripples us? Unchecked, fear can run rampant. We know that Jesus encourages us to "be not afraid." Yet we can sometimes succumb to fear, which becomes a barrier, pushing us into fight-or-flight mode...

The Old St. Pat's Music Series Is Brought To You By The Old St. Pat's Choir The featured songs today are: Bring Him Home He's Got the Whole World In His Hands The Prayer

In order to help us enter into the spirit of Father's Day this past weekend, we had a member of old St. Patrick's church, David Kovacs provide a special reflection.  Please enjoy.  For more information on the Family school, click HERE . The Family School was founded in 1993 by seven Chicago-area families of Catholic Jewish intermarriage. Since its inception, the Family School has graduated over 14...

The Old St. Pat's Music Series Is Brought To You By The Old St. Pat's Choir The featured songs today are special songs from the recent Broadway on Adams performance: Till There Was You Since You've Been Gone When You Believe 

Have you ever noticed how the world changes alongside us when we change for the better? As we nurture our inner transformation, we become vessels of hope, radiating positivity and inspiring those around us. So what change do you desire to see in yourself and the world? Will you be braver, stronger, kinder, more generous, more thoughtful, or more patient? Today, Father Michael Simone explains that...

The Old St. Pat's Music Series Is Brought To You By The Old St. Pat's Choir The featured songs today are: Here I Am Lord A Place At The Table I Am For You