Seeds of Hope: Talks and Homilies by Fr. Mike Muhr

Click here to share a thought In this episode you'll hear about Aaron's blessing, a 2700-year-old love letter to you!

Click here to share a thought In this episode you’ll hear about the challenges of family life, even Jesus’ family. What does it mean to say that living family is the most important art in life?

Click here to share a thought In this episode you’ll hear of God’s great desire to connect with us, so much so that he sent his only Son to be our Savior.

Click here to share a thought In this episode you’ll hear about how we are all part of something much bigger than ourselves. We are God’s plan.

Click here to share a thought The third Sunday of Advent is called Gaudete Sunday - “Let us rejoice!”  In this episode you’ll hear how this Sunday, also known as Little Christmas, proclaims a hope that is unquenchable!

Click here to share a thought In this second of two retreat talks, you’ll hear about the most important affirmation in all of history and how Mary prays, teaching us to love Jesus.

Click here to share a thought Why so much attention on Mary? In these two retreat talks you’ll listen to how Mary comes to us and how she teaches us to love Jesus.

Click here to share a thought This episode is a talk about prayer given during an Advent evening of reflection in 2017.  It includes: God talking to people in the Bible 7 ways of listening for God (8:09) 5 rules for discernment (26:15) 1 life listening for God (40:30)

Click here to share a thought What kind of a king is Jesus? In this episode you’ll find out!

Click here to share a thought So, what’s a talent? Check out this episode to find out.  You’ll hear about Jesus’ Parable of the Talents (Matt 25:14-30)  and practical ideas on how to live this gospel message in your life. 

Click here to share a thought In this episode you’ll hear about the  mystery of the Blessed Trinity. How can we even begin to understand and relate to such mind-boggling reality?

Click here to share a thought All Saints Day has been celebrated for over 1500 years. Listen in this episode about how these great models of faith remind us that we are never alone!

Click here to share a thought In this episode we hear how Jesus is tested again by a scholar of the law: “Which commandment of the law is the greatest?” Matt 22:34-40  Jesus offers a disarmingly profound response.. Listen in to discover how this might change your life.

Click here to share a thought In this episode you’ll hear how Jesus cleverly avoids a trap to emphasize what’s really important.  Matt 22:15-21

Click here to share a thought In this episode you will hear of Jesus’ personal pledge to walk with you as he teaches you to carry his lighter burden. Matthew 11: 25-30.

Click here to share a thought What was it like to walk along with Jesus? In this episode you’ll hear about one of his days, and how he walks along with us. This reflection is based on Mark 5:21-43, Jesus Heals a Woman and Jairus’ Daughter. Be at Peace by St. Francis de Sales https://www.catholicdoors.com/prayers/english2/p00613.htm

Click here to share a thought In the Gospel today, Jesus tells the Parable of the Tenants. It’s a tough story for the chief priests and leaders and us. In this episode you’ll hear ways to receive the challenging message of Jesus as he counts on us to care for his people. 

Click here to share a thought This episode reflects on Jesus’ example and call to follow him in challenging times.

Click here to share a thought Listen to Arthur Gordon’s story of one man’s insight on the brink of despair, and how Jesus invites us to trust in the Father for all that we need. Matt 6:25-34 Note - concluding prayer - author unknown 

Click here to share a thought This episode explores Jesus’ parable of the Workers in the Vineyard. It just doesn’t seem fair that those who worked just one hour got the same day’s wage as those who worked all day long. What was Jesus getting at?

Click here to share a thought Listen to an ancient form of spiritual direction that is still so right for today.

Click here to share a thought In this episode we hear of Peter asking Jesus how often must I forgive. Jesus astonishes everyone by replying, “seventy-seven times.” How is this possible? Listen for four perspectives on the power and possibilities of forgiveness.

Click here to share a thought This episode explores the wonder of the Eucharist and how God invites us to appreciate the simple wonders all around us.

Click here to share a thought How can we handle the tough times in life? What does Jesus mean when he says “Take up [your] cross and follow me?” Matt 16: 24

Click here to share a thought In a remarkable, courageous way Jesus heals a man suffering from leprosy. Mark 1: 40-42 A story of great faith and love.