Superior Priest

23Nov25 (25cKing) Marking 100 years of the Feast of Christ the King, we look at why Pope Pius XI instituted it in 1925—amid collapsing monarchies, rising atheistic regimes, and the illusion that we can build peace without God. We explore how Jesus’ kingship is nothing like a democracy or a distant monarchy: his throne is the Cross, his rule is service, and his style of leadership looks more like “...

16Nov25 (25cO33). Hearing Jesus foretell wars, disasters, and persecution, we don’t chase date-setters. Instead, we resolve to live ready—so that if the world ended next week, we’d keep doing exactly what we should be doing today. We store up treasure in heaven, not just for retirement; persevere through trials that often purify and strengthen the Church; and trust Christ to give us the words when...

9Nov25 (25Lateran) As we celebrate the Dedication of St. John Lateran—the Pope’s cathedral—we remember that holy places matter because God meets His people in real locations. Yet Christ also makes us living temples of the Holy Spirit through Baptism. Like Marines honoring Iwo Jima’s soil, we honor the Church’s sacred sites; but we honor even more the holiness God intends in us. We resolve to keep...

2Nov25 (25Souls). On All Souls Day, we remember that Christ wills to lose none and to raise us on the last day. We pray for the dead—trusting God’s mercy and the reality of purgatory’s purification—and we don’t rush to “canonize” loved ones at funerals. We offer Masses, seek indulgences, and practice simple prayers, knowing the Eucharist is the Church’s most powerful intercession. As we purify our...

19Oct25 (25cO29). From the persistent widow, we learn to pray without losing heart. We anchor our hope in Christ’s Resurrection, deepen it through Scripture and the witness of the saints, and live our purpose to love God and neighbor. We lean on community—like Moses supported by Aaron and Hur—especially Mary’s intercession (Memorare). Even when answers seem delayed, we keep asking, trusting that G...

12Oct25 (25cO28). We see Jesus heal ten lepers and learn that true wholeness comes when we return to give thanks. Like Naaman, we’re healed through simple, ordinary acts done in faith—Baptism’s cleansing, Confession’s renewal of conscience, and the Eucharist, which literally means “thanksgiving.” We resist sin’s numbing effect, practice daily gratitude, and thank God now for answered prayers, trus...

5Oct25 (25cO27). We ask the Lord to increase our faith and learn that even mustard-seed faith, lived with humility, can move mountains. We renounce entitlement, embrace our identity as unworthy servants who have only done our duty, and keep trusting God through both consolation and desolation. We commit to love of God and neighbor, persevere in prayer and the sacraments (Mass, Confession, the Rosa...

21Sep25 (25cO25). Fr. Schneider reflects on one of Jesus’ most puzzling parables—the dishonest steward—and what it reveals about our priorities. While the world often pursues wealth, power, and comfort with great determination, we are challenged to pursue heaven and holiness with the same intensity. We are reminded to be as shrewd as serpents and as innocent as doves, wisely sacrificing what is te...

14Sep25 (25Triumph) We gather at the foot of the Cross, reminded that belief is more than agreeing with facts—it is a surrender of trust. Like the Israelites who traveled across the camp to gaze on the bronze serpent, we are invited to move toward Jesus even when we cannot see the outcome. God often works in ways that overturn our plans and expectations, transforming weakness, failure, and even de...

7Sep25 (25cO23) Together we hear Jesus call us to place God first, carrying our crosses and letting every other love fall into proper order. We admit that we cannot fully understand God’s wisdom, yet we trust that His plan is greater than ours. Like St. Paul reminding Philemon of our equality in Christ, we recognize that we too are brothers and sisters on the same path. As we reflect on Fr. Samuel...

24Aug25 (25cO21). We are reminded that salvation requires more than simply knowing Jesus or attending Mass—it calls us to love God and neighbor and to follow His will faithfully. We are not strong enough on our own; we need God’s grace, the sacraments, and perseverance to strive through the narrow gate. He encourages us to embrace the challenges and disciplines of life, recognizing them as ways Go...

17Aug25 (25cO20). We are reminded that Jesus did not come to bring a false peace, but a fire that purifies our lives. Failures, trials, and losses are not signs of God’s absence, but opportunities for Him to clear away what holds us back and make room for new growth. Just as seeds need fire to germinate, so too do our struggles prepare us for deeper faith. By keeping our eyes fixed on Christ throu...

10Aug25 (25cO19). We are reminded that Christ calls us to vigilance, for we do not know the hour when He will come. To those who have received much—faith, the sacraments, knowledge of God’s love—much is also expected. This is not a burden, but a gift that draws us into deeper trust, guiding us to live as faithful stewards of His grace. By remaining vigilant through prayer, the Eucharist, and daily...

3Aug25 (25cO18). We are reminded through memento mori—remembering death—that this life is fleeting and all earthly things will pass away. When we lose sight of meaning, even small trials overwhelm us, but with purpose rooted in God, we can endure suffering with hope. Our true legacy is not wealth or success, but the love of God and neighbor that persists beyond death. By fixing our hearts on what...

27Jun25 (25cO17). We need to see God first and foremost as our Father, the foundation for ordering our lives rightly. We are reminded that while the world tends toward chaos, God's grace brings order. As Christians, we are called to die to the world and live for heaven. We’re encouraged to keep our relationships—especially in marriage—rightly ordered, and to remember that military chapels exist pr...

29Jun25 (25PeterPaul). We reflect on the Israelites' journey through the desert and recognize that we too often forget God’s providence in the midst of trial. We learn that God's gifts are not earned by good behavior but are given freely because He is a good Father. We are reminded to trust in His promises—even when we don’t feel or see them—and to allow suffering to draw us closer to His heart. I...

26Jun25 (25EvrittWedding). At the wedding at Cana, Jesus turns water into wine—not just any wine, but the best—signifying that in sacramental marriage, God provides more than we could imagine. We’re reminded that marriage isn’t about perfection, but about grace, communion, and mutual sacrifice. With Mary’s help, Christ’s presence, and the Church’s support, this union becomes a living icon of divin...

25May25 (25cE6). Jesus promises the Holy Spirit to guide us in truth. As Catholics, we trust this guidance comes through the Church Christ founded—not individual interpretation. We're called to love Jesus by keeping His word, follow the Church’s teachings rooted in Sacred Tradition, and trust the Spirit's guidance—even when we struggle. In doing so, we find peace not as the world gives, but as Chr...

24May25 (25BurroughWedding). We gather today not just to witness a marriage, but to celebrate a sacred union that reflects the oneness of God. Through the readings chosen by the couple, we’re reminded that Christian marriage is not only about two becoming one—it’s about becoming a living image of divine love, poured out for others. We are here to pray for this couple, support them in perseverance...

11May25 (25cE4). We are called to hear the voice of Jesus—not with our ears alone, but with our hearts. His voice does not sound like the noise of politics or media; it speaks through peace, truth, and love. We follow Him not into comfort or power, but into the cross—into sacrifice, charity, and holiness. We hear His voice in Scripture, in the Church, in the Eucharist, and in our vocation to love....

10May25 (25BuchFuneral). Homily from my uncle Stephan’s funeral. We gather at funerals with a threefold purpose: to pray for our loved one, to support one another in grief, and to celebrate a life given in love. We come as a people of hope—not in ourselves, but in Jesus Christ, who died and rose again. His resurrection gives our sorrow meaning and our prayers power. As Christians, we are called to...

4May25 (25cE3). We, like Peter, often fall short—but Jesus still calls us to follow Him. In today’s Gospel, Peter is reconciled by love and commissioned to serve. His story reminds us that discipleship isn't about perfection but humility, mercy, and renewed love. Whether in priesthood, military service, or daily life, true leadership means putting others first. Christ meets us where we are and inv...

17Apr25 (25Thursday). This is an AI generated summary, enjoy if anyone reads this… On this Holy Thursday, we reflect on the Passover and the Eucharist as the spiritual food that sustains us on our journey toward heaven. Like the Israelites who ate in haste, we too live as people in flight—not made for this world, but for the promised land. The priesthood and the Eucharist, both instituted by Chris...

9Feb25 (25cO5) The stars and mountains remind us of God. An encounter with his grandeur and our smallness. It should draw us to him and humble us to be afraid of him. He wants us to be purified and put out into the deep. God can make all things happen if we trust him.

2Feb25 (25Presentation). There is a lot of suffering to be had at Marine training in Bridgeport, CA Mountain Warfare Training. This suffering is not an absence of God but an opportunity to grow closer to him. Help us to be like candles that give off light (charity) and lose our life for Jesus’ sake. Darkness can not overcome the light.