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

Click here to share a thought In this episode you’ll hear the remarkable significance of the word “behold” in the Bible. You’ll never hear or read this word the same again. Readings https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/011523.cfm

Click here to share a thought ENCORE EPISODE In this episode you’ll hear of the great epiphanies in the bible and how God’s glory continues to be revealed in dramatic ways today. Readings https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/010823.cfm

Click here to share a thought As we begin a new year, find out in this episode about the fundamental choice we make every day. Readings https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/010123.cfm Book Reference Life of the Beloved By Henri Nouwen

Click here to share a thought In this homily you’ll hear how things were most likely very different than the beautifully decorated Christmas cards and refined manger scenes that adorn our churches and homes, and yet these theological interpretations remind us of profound truths that can illuminate our lives every day. Readings https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/122522-night.cfm Kaylee Rogers s...

Click here to share a thought In this episode, you’ll hear about how holding tight to our expectations often leads to desolation while praying with our desires almost always leads to consolation. Readings https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/121122.cfm “The  Blessing of Unanswered Prayers” https://www.goodreads.com/quotes/9235676-i-asked-for-strength-that-i-might-achieve-he-made

Click here to share a thought In this episode you’ll hear Isaiah the prophet describe an impossible scenario, and yet it’s God’s ultimate plan and desire! Readings https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/120422.cfm

Click here to share a thought In this episode you’ll hear how Christmas used to be celebrated and how these next four weeks of Advent are so important for a graced-filled experience of Jesus’ birthday. Readings https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/112722.cfm Book Reference The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry By John Mark Comer

Click here to share a thought In the gospel reading today, the good thief, admonishes the other crucified criminal, “Have you no fear of God?” What does the “fear of the Lord” mean?  In this episode you’ll hear about many fears that block or paralyze us and about this holy fear which is a gift of the Holy Spirit. Readings https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/112022.cfm Song Jesus, Remember Me ht...

Click here to share a thought In this episode you’ll hear about God and violence, about judgment and the importance of being ready for our ultimate choice. Readings https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/111322.cfm Book Reference The Great Divorce By C.S.Lewis

Click here to share a thought In this episode you’ll hear about the wonder of the communion of saints and Heaven’s hope-filled tug! Readings https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/110622.cfm

Click here to share a thought In this episode you’ll hear about Jesus’ parable of the Pharisee and the tax collector. Don’t miss how this would’ve been offensive to some who first heard it. You’ll also hear about the wonderful gift of reconciliation through confession. Readings https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/102322.cfm

Click here to share a thought Why is life so difficult? Shouldn't it be easier? In this episode you’ll hear two powerful examples of faith and hope in the midst of adversity. Readings https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/101622.cfm Book Reference The Road Less Traveled: A New Psychology of Love, Values, and Spiritual Growth   by M. Scott Peck, MD

Click here to share a thought In the gospel for today Jesus heals ten lepers, but only one returns to give thanks. Jesus asks, “Where are the other nine?” In this episode you’ll hear what Jesus tells the one, and through him, you and me. Readings https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/100922.cfm

Click here to share a thought In this episode you’ll hear about the meaning of respect and its powerful implications. Readings https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/100222.cfm

Click here to share a thought This is an extended version of an earlier episode entitled Lazarus on my Doorstep. Jesus does something here that he doesn’t do in any other parable in the gospel. Readings https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/092522.cfm

Click here to share a thought In the Gospel today, Jesus tells three unforgettable stories of God‘s mercy. The story of the prodigal son is open-ended. In this episode you’ll hear three possible continuations of that story and God‘s outrageous hope. Readings https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/091122.cfm When God Ran by Benny Hester and John Parenti https://youtu.be/asU6FXnHWus

Click here to share a thought Jesus says, “first sit down and calculate…” and a few moments later repeats “first sit down and decide…” In today’s gospel reading Jesus turns around and addresses the great crowd traveling with him. He’s proclaiming the kingdom of God, but they’re not getting it. He  thus describes three conditions for being his disciple. This is a moment of choice for each person in...

Click here to share a thought If someone should  ever write a book entitled How To Be the Most Humble Person You Know,  don’t buy it! Humility is God’s gift. Find out in this episode how to practice humility every day and every time you go to Mass. Readings https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/082822.cfm

Click here to share a thought Someone from the crowd asked Jesus, “Lord, will only a few people be saved” Perhaps what  this person was asking, in a backhanded way, is what are MY chances of getting into Heaven? What if Jesus had answered that question with a percentage? In this episode find out what Jesus did say and what it means for you and me. Readings https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/08...

Click here to share a thought In today’s gospel reading Jesus says, “I have come to set the earth on fire, and how I wish it were already blazing.” What kind of fire is he talking about? He also says, “Do you think I have come to establish peace on the earth? No, I tell you but rather division.” How can these words be reconciled with all that Jesus says about love and forgiveness, his teachings ab...

Click here to share a thought All three readings today talk about waiting and being prepared. In this episode you’ll hear about Abraham and his remarkable faith as he waited for God’s promises to be fulfilled. Jesus admonishes us not to lose the gift of eternal life. Embracing this gift daily has amazing  consequences. Readings https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/080722.cfm

Click here to share a thought In the dictionary “darnedest” is defined as “surprising” and lists the synonyms “amazing, startling and eye-opening.” Listen to this excerpt and consider what you might learn about God and prayer as you listen to these children’s prayers.

Click here to share a thought In this episode you’ll hear about Jesus teaching his disciples how to pray. He’s encouraging them to persevere and assuring them that the Father greatly desires an intimate relationship with them. You’ll  also hear a startling correction on the nature of prayer from Sr. Ruth Burrows, OCD from her book The Essence of Prayer. Readings https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readi...

Click here to share a thought In this episode you’ll hear about hospitality that Wows! You’ll also hear about the famous story of Mary and Martha. What does Jesus mean when he says that “Mary has chosen the better part and it will not be taken from her?” Luke 10:42 Readings https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/071722.cfm

Click here to share a thought In the four gospels Jesus is asked 183 questions and he asks 307 questions of others. Jesus rarely offered a direct answer. He wanted us to think. He wanted to change hearts. In this gospel today Jesus is asked,  “Who is my neighbor?” He offers an unforgettable story as his answer and then asks each of us: “Which of these three, in your opinion, was neighbor to the ro...