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

Click here to share a thought ENCORE RECORDING In this episode you’ll hear of the power of Jesus’ voice and how he still speaks to each of us today. Sunday readings: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/090124.cfm A Million Miles in a Thousand Years By Donald Miller

Click here to share a thought Encore Episode In this episode you’ll hear about defining moments in the lives of Joshua, Jesus, and the twelve apostles. What are the defining moments so far in your life? Sunday’s Readings https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/082524.cfm The Golden Children’s Bible https://www.amazon.com/Childrens-Bible-Golden-Books/dp/0307165205/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?dchild=1&keyword...

Click here to share a thought What is your relationship with Jesus in the Eucharist? In this episode you’ll hear what the saints say about their love for the Lord in Holy Communion and how you might come closer. Readings https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/081124.cfm

Click here to share a thought What does the word awesome mean to you? In this episode you’ll hear about its original definition and how it applies to the greatest gift of our Faith. Readings https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/080424.cfm

Click here to share a thought In the letters of St. Paul we hear of his many encounters with factions in the Church. In today’s reading Paul declares that Christ is the One who unifies. In this episode you’ll hear of three ways we can join Him. Readings https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/072124.cfm Book Reference Food for the Soul - Cycle B Peter Kreeft

Click here to share a thought ENCORE EPISODE  In this episode you will hear about how Jesus sent out his apostles two by two carrying nothing but a walking stick. Why a walking stick? Does this relate back to the staff of Moses?  Or to the shepherd’s staff in Psalm 23?  Find our what Jesus is asking  them and us to do. Here’s a link to Sunday’s readings https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/07142...

Click here to share a thought In this episode you’ll hear about St. Paul’s “thorn in the flesh,” and how he learns that God’s grace alone is sufficient. Readings https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/070724.cfm

Click here to share a thought In this episode you’ll hear about a storm and Jesus asleep in the boat and how this story connects to so many of us in our moments of anxiety and worry. After calming the wind and the seas, Jesus asks them and us, “Why are you terrified? Do you not yet have faith?” You’ll then hear a story of transforming peace and a prayer in times of uncertainty. Readings https://bi...

Click here to share a thought In this episode Jesus talks about the mustard seed as the smallest of all seeds, and yet, when it grows, it is the largest of plants.  Many see this as a metaphor of how the Gospel spread from a tiny region to all the world. What if Jesus also meant this parable for us individually? Readings https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/061624.cfm

Click here to share a thought ENCORE EPISODE Does it seem to you that there is more lying in the world today? One thing that comes across clearly in the scriptures is that God abhors lying. This episode offers you four ways to be more authentic in living the truth. Readings https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/060924.cfm Book cited: Praying the Truth by William Barry, S.J.

Click here to share a thought Before listening to this reflection offered on the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ, it would be important to view the five-minute film entitled The Veil Removed.  Click link here https://theveilremoved.com/ Readings https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/060224.cfm

Click here to share a thought In this episode you’ll hear about the mystery of the Trinity and how loved we are by God who longs for us to share in His divinity. Readings https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/052624.cfm Christ Retreats to the Mountain at Night James Tissot https://www.brooklynmuseum.org/opencollection/objects/13464 Celtic Trinity Knot https://www.amazon.com/Celtic-Trinity-Knot-Wa...

Click here to share a thought In this episode you’ll hear how the Holy Spirit continually finds ways to renew the faith of the Church. Readings https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/pentecost-sunday-mass-during-day Some stories cited from TMS Global https://www.tms-global.org/story-details/6-stories-of-gods-holy-spirit-fresh-from-the-mission-field

Click here to share a thought In this episode we’ll consider what Jesus means when he says, “Ask for whatever you want and it will be done for you.” John 15 : 7 Readings https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/050524.cfm Prayer of the Unknown Confederate Soldier I asked God for strength, that I might achieve.  I was made weak, that I might learn humbly to obey.  I asked for health, that I might do...

Click here to share a thought Jesus mentions the verb “remain” eight times in the eight verses of this gospel reading today. What does he mean when he says, “Remain in me as I remain in you,” and why is it so important? Readings https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/042824.cfm  

Click here to share a thought ENCORE RECORDING I’m republishing this episode because so many people find Fr. Rolheiser’s insight so helpful. Jesus is  the vine and we are the branches. In this episode you’ll hear of an amazing hope for loved ones who have drifted from the faith. Sunday’s readings https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/042824.cfm://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/042824.cfm Author F...

Click here to share a thought ENCORE EPISODE In this episode you’ll  hear how Jesus calls himself the Good Shepherd who lays down his life for his sheep, and they hear his voice. Readings https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/042124.cfm

Click here to share a thought When Jesus appeared to his disciples after the resurrection, they were terrified and thought they were seeing a ghost.  In this episode you’ll hear a  reason why they may have been so scared, and three implications that flow from this gospel passage. Readings https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/041424.cfm

Click here to share a thought In this episode you’ll hear how Jesus through the Holy Spirit gave his apostles the power to forgive sins. You’ll also hear the story of Maïti Girtanner who prayed for 40 years for the power to forgive her Nazi torturer. Readings https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/040724.cfm Maïti Girtanner’s story https://www.ncregister.com/blog/what-happened-when-this-woman-met-...

Click here to share a thought In this Easter episode you’ll hear about God’s abiding presence and how his disciples’ hearts soared when they realized He is risen! Readings https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/033124.cfm

Click here to share a thought This week the universal Church commemorates the passion, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. It’s the greatest love story ever told. In this episode you’ll hear of a way to experience this week with fresh eyes. Readings https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/032424.cfm

Click here to share a thought ENCORE EPISODE In this episode you’ll  hear about Jesus’ sixth sign which is the raising of Lazarus from the dead. You’ll be invited to experience anew the  grief, confusion, and faith of Jesus‘ dear friends.  Listen now to hear two questions to be answered by each one of us. Readings   https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/031724-YearA.cfm

Click here to share a thought ENCORE EPISODE In this episode you’ll hear of remarkable transformations from darkness to light, and what St. John the evangelist proclaims to be the greatest glory in the history of the world. The Call of David - 1 Samuel 16: 1b, 6-7, 10-13a The Man Born Blind - John 9: 1-41  Readings https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/031024-YearA.cfm

Click here to share a thought In this episode you’ll hear about Jesus clearing the temple. Find out why he did that and what his zeal means for you and me. Readings https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/030324-YearB.cfm

Click here to share a thought ENCORE EPISODE In this episode you’ll hear how a grace-filled Lent flows from a spirit of gratitude. Sunday Readings https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/021824.cfm Book References Food for the Soul By Peter Kreeft Praying the Truth By William Barry,  S .J.