Fr. Satish Joseph
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Dec 6 Scripture
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Isaiah offered both judgment and hope to a nation in turmoil. In the gospel Jesus is presented as the hope of the people, especially as they felt they were like sheep without a shepherd. But Jesus also sends us.
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Isaiah offered both judgment and hope to a nation in turmoil. In the gospel Jesus is presented as the hope of the people, especially as they felt they were like sheep without a shepherd. But Jesus also sends us.
youtu.be/QzN0X6OoTB4
"On That Day" - Daily Reflections Advent 2025 - Episode 8
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December 6, 2025 at 12:02 PM
Dec 6 Scripture
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Isaiah offered both judgment and hope to a nation in turmoil. In the gospel Jesus is presented as the hope of the people, especially as they felt they were like sheep without a shepherd. But Jesus also sends us.
youtu.be/QzN0X6OoTB4
Scripture Readings: bible.usccb.org/bible/readin...
Isaiah offered both judgment and hope to a nation in turmoil. In the gospel Jesus is presented as the hope of the people, especially as they felt they were like sheep without a shepherd. But Jesus also sends us.
youtu.be/QzN0X6OoTB4
Dec 5 Scripture
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Isaiah prophesies that the deaf, blind, and poor will experience God's saving power but the powerful and arrogant will miss it. In the gospels too, Jesus is welcomed among the poor and it was they who experience his healing power.
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Isaiah prophesies that the deaf, blind, and poor will experience God's saving power but the powerful and arrogant will miss it. In the gospels too, Jesus is welcomed among the poor and it was they who experience his healing power.
youtu.be/8hcDD6XIeYs
"On That Day" - Daily Reflections Advent 2025 - Episode 7
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December 5, 2025 at 11:46 AM
Dec 5 Scripture
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Isaiah prophesies that the deaf, blind, and poor will experience God's saving power but the powerful and arrogant will miss it. In the gospels too, Jesus is welcomed among the poor and it was they who experience his healing power.
youtu.be/8hcDD6XIeYs
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Isaiah prophesies that the deaf, blind, and poor will experience God's saving power but the powerful and arrogant will miss it. In the gospels too, Jesus is welcomed among the poor and it was they who experience his healing power.
youtu.be/8hcDD6XIeYs
Dec 4 Scripture
Isaiah calls people to "Trust in the Lord; for the Lord is an everlasting rock" (Is 26:4). As Jesus says, "Everyone who listens to these words of mine and acts on them will be like a wise man who built his house on rock" (Mt 7:25). The focus is on trust.
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Isaiah calls people to "Trust in the Lord; for the Lord is an everlasting rock" (Is 26:4). As Jesus says, "Everyone who listens to these words of mine and acts on them will be like a wise man who built his house on rock" (Mt 7:25). The focus is on trust.
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"On That Day" - Daily Reflections Advent 2025 - Episode 6
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December 4, 2025 at 12:08 PM
Dec 4 Scripture
Isaiah calls people to "Trust in the Lord; for the Lord is an everlasting rock" (Is 26:4). As Jesus says, "Everyone who listens to these words of mine and acts on them will be like a wise man who built his house on rock" (Mt 7:25). The focus is on trust.
Video: youtu.be/8ICaGi74Pyg
Isaiah calls people to "Trust in the Lord; for the Lord is an everlasting rock" (Is 26:4). As Jesus says, "Everyone who listens to these words of mine and acts on them will be like a wise man who built his house on rock" (Mt 7:25). The focus is on trust.
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Dec 3 Scripture
Paradise, or as Isaiah calls it, "Mountain of the Lord" is described using the analogy of rich food and drink. It is meant to create in us a desire for Paradise. In the gospel, Jesus fullfills Isaiah's prophecy. Advent invites us to look forward to the same.
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Paradise, or as Isaiah calls it, "Mountain of the Lord" is described using the analogy of rich food and drink. It is meant to create in us a desire for Paradise. In the gospel, Jesus fullfills Isaiah's prophecy. Advent invites us to look forward to the same.
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"On That Day" - Daily Reflections Advent 2025 - Episode 5
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December 3, 2025 at 12:03 PM
Dec 3 Scripture
Paradise, or as Isaiah calls it, "Mountain of the Lord" is described using the analogy of rich food and drink. It is meant to create in us a desire for Paradise. In the gospel, Jesus fullfills Isaiah's prophecy. Advent invites us to look forward to the same.
youtu.be/U_sV7nj5L5s
Paradise, or as Isaiah calls it, "Mountain of the Lord" is described using the analogy of rich food and drink. It is meant to create in us a desire for Paradise. In the gospel, Jesus fullfills Isaiah's prophecy. Advent invites us to look forward to the same.
youtu.be/U_sV7nj5L5s
Dec 2 Scripture (bible.usccb.org/bible/readin...)
Isaiah prophesies God's vision for the world under a new Davidic King. This king is Jesus who proclaimed the same vision under the title "reign of God". But it takes a childlike heart to see and desire it.
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Isaiah prophesies God's vision for the world under a new Davidic King. This king is Jesus who proclaimed the same vision under the title "reign of God". But it takes a childlike heart to see and desire it.
youtu.be/CXEsy4FF26g
"On That Day" - Daily Reflections Advent 2025 - Episode 4
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December 2, 2025 at 11:38 AM
Dec 2 Scripture (bible.usccb.org/bible/readin...)
Isaiah prophesies God's vision for the world under a new Davidic King. This king is Jesus who proclaimed the same vision under the title "reign of God". But it takes a childlike heart to see and desire it.
youtu.be/CXEsy4FF26g
Isaiah prophesies God's vision for the world under a new Davidic King. This king is Jesus who proclaimed the same vision under the title "reign of God". But it takes a childlike heart to see and desire it.
youtu.be/CXEsy4FF26g
Dec 1 Scripture
Isaiah prophecies that Jerusalem will manifest luster and glory. The fruit of this will be glory and splendor. It called for a cleansing of "filth" and a trustful abandon in God's work. This is the kind of trust that the Roman centurion was able to put in Jesus.
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Isaiah prophecies that Jerusalem will manifest luster and glory. The fruit of this will be glory and splendor. It called for a cleansing of "filth" and a trustful abandon in God's work. This is the kind of trust that the Roman centurion was able to put in Jesus.
youtu.be/6CKFh3ZrRW0
"On That Day" - Advent Daily Reflections 2025 - Episode 3
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December 1, 2025 at 12:37 PM
Dec 1 Scripture
Isaiah prophecies that Jerusalem will manifest luster and glory. The fruit of this will be glory and splendor. It called for a cleansing of "filth" and a trustful abandon in God's work. This is the kind of trust that the Roman centurion was able to put in Jesus.
youtu.be/6CKFh3ZrRW0
Isaiah prophecies that Jerusalem will manifest luster and glory. The fruit of this will be glory and splendor. It called for a cleansing of "filth" and a trustful abandon in God's work. This is the kind of trust that the Roman centurion was able to put in Jesus.
youtu.be/6CKFh3ZrRW0
Homily Podcast - "Living Life in Confidence, Not Fear"
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November 30, 2025 - Living Life in Confidence, Not Fear | Homilies by Fr. Satish Joseph
Homily for the 1st Sunday of Advent, Year A, 2025 - Fr. Satish Joseph
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November 30, 2025 at 6:33 PM
Homily Podcast - "Living Life in Confidence, Not Fear"
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Advent Daily Reflections - Episode 2
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"On That Day" - Daily Reflections Advent 2025 - Episode 2
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November 30, 2025 at 1:28 PM
Advent Daily Reflections - Episode 2
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Sunday Homily - Living Life in Confidence, Not Fear
As we begin Advent, today’s scripture readings invite us to live life, each day, and every moment in a way that finds us living meaningfully.
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As we begin Advent, today’s scripture readings invite us to live life, each day, and every moment in a way that finds us living meaningfully.
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November 30, 2025 - Living Life in Confidence, Not Fear
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November 30, 2025 at 12:09 PM
Sunday Homily - Living Life in Confidence, Not Fear
As we begin Advent, today’s scripture readings invite us to live life, each day, and every moment in a way that finds us living meaningfully.
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As we begin Advent, today’s scripture readings invite us to live life, each day, and every moment in a way that finds us living meaningfully.
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Tomorrow we begin the season of Advent. I’m inviting you to join me on this journey as I focus on the scripture readings for the day. Here is the introductory episode. youtu.be/ObxcTGhDdHQ?...
"On That Day" - Daily Reflections Advent 2025
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November 30, 2025 at 1:38 AM
Tomorrow we begin the season of Advent. I’m inviting you to join me on this journey as I focus on the scripture readings for the day. Here is the introductory episode. youtu.be/ObxcTGhDdHQ?...
Nov 29 Scripture
Whereas Daniel describes creatures, kingdoms, and kings that "oppress the holy ones of God" (Dan 7:15-27), in the gospel, its just the "anxieties of daily life" (Lk 21:34). Often, it's the small things that can get us down. Hence Jesus' caution, "Be vigilant at all times" (36).
Whereas Daniel describes creatures, kingdoms, and kings that "oppress the holy ones of God" (Dan 7:15-27), in the gospel, its just the "anxieties of daily life" (Lk 21:34). Often, it's the small things that can get us down. Hence Jesus' caution, "Be vigilant at all times" (36).
November 29, 2025 at 12:44 PM
Nov 29 Scripture
Whereas Daniel describes creatures, kingdoms, and kings that "oppress the holy ones of God" (Dan 7:15-27), in the gospel, its just the "anxieties of daily life" (Lk 21:34). Often, it's the small things that can get us down. Hence Jesus' caution, "Be vigilant at all times" (36).
Whereas Daniel describes creatures, kingdoms, and kings that "oppress the holy ones of God" (Dan 7:15-27), in the gospel, its just the "anxieties of daily life" (Lk 21:34). Often, it's the small things that can get us down. Hence Jesus' caution, "Be vigilant at all times" (36).
Nov 28 Scripture
"Heaven and earth will pass away, but my words will not pass away" (Lk 21:33). It is the truth! People may ignore, contradict, or refuse to live by Jesus' words. But His words will always be there to lead, encourage, challenge, and guide humanity into eternity. "Thank you, Lord!"
"Heaven and earth will pass away, but my words will not pass away" (Lk 21:33). It is the truth! People may ignore, contradict, or refuse to live by Jesus' words. But His words will always be there to lead, encourage, challenge, and guide humanity into eternity. "Thank you, Lord!"
November 28, 2025 at 11:39 AM
Nov 28 Scripture
"Heaven and earth will pass away, but my words will not pass away" (Lk 21:33). It is the truth! People may ignore, contradict, or refuse to live by Jesus' words. But His words will always be there to lead, encourage, challenge, and guide humanity into eternity. "Thank you, Lord!"
"Heaven and earth will pass away, but my words will not pass away" (Lk 21:33). It is the truth! People may ignore, contradict, or refuse to live by Jesus' words. But His words will always be there to lead, encourage, challenge, and guide humanity into eternity. "Thank you, Lord!"
Nov 27 Scripture
Like the one leper who returned to give thanks to God (Lk 17:11-19), today I too fall at the feet of Jesus and give thanks - for my creation, for my family, friends & acquaintances, rich & poor, immigrant & citizen. You make my life what it is! Happy Thanksgiving to all of you!
Like the one leper who returned to give thanks to God (Lk 17:11-19), today I too fall at the feet of Jesus and give thanks - for my creation, for my family, friends & acquaintances, rich & poor, immigrant & citizen. You make my life what it is! Happy Thanksgiving to all of you!
November 27, 2025 at 12:06 PM
Nov 27 Scripture
Like the one leper who returned to give thanks to God (Lk 17:11-19), today I too fall at the feet of Jesus and give thanks - for my creation, for my family, friends & acquaintances, rich & poor, immigrant & citizen. You make my life what it is! Happy Thanksgiving to all of you!
Like the one leper who returned to give thanks to God (Lk 17:11-19), today I too fall at the feet of Jesus and give thanks - for my creation, for my family, friends & acquaintances, rich & poor, immigrant & citizen. You make my life what it is! Happy Thanksgiving to all of you!
Nov 26 Scripture
"You will be hated by all because of my name" (Lk 21:17). The statement can be overstated and perhaps, even used by people who carry out atrocities in Christ's name. We should not forget that many also love us because of Christ. Instead of contentions, may we look for friendships.
"You will be hated by all because of my name" (Lk 21:17). The statement can be overstated and perhaps, even used by people who carry out atrocities in Christ's name. We should not forget that many also love us because of Christ. Instead of contentions, may we look for friendships.
November 26, 2025 at 4:57 PM
Nov 26 Scripture
"You will be hated by all because of my name" (Lk 21:17). The statement can be overstated and perhaps, even used by people who carry out atrocities in Christ's name. We should not forget that many also love us because of Christ. Instead of contentions, may we look for friendships.
"You will be hated by all because of my name" (Lk 21:17). The statement can be overstated and perhaps, even used by people who carry out atrocities in Christ's name. We should not forget that many also love us because of Christ. Instead of contentions, may we look for friendships.
Nov 25 Scripture
Daniel interprets King Nebuchadnezzar's dream about the future (Dan 2:45b). Jesus predicts the future in apocalyptic lingo (Lk 21:5-11). We need not look for future predictions. We know that someday our life on earth will end. But our eternity is secure with the God of Jesus Christ.
Daniel interprets King Nebuchadnezzar's dream about the future (Dan 2:45b). Jesus predicts the future in apocalyptic lingo (Lk 21:5-11). We need not look for future predictions. We know that someday our life on earth will end. But our eternity is secure with the God of Jesus Christ.
November 25, 2025 at 1:04 PM
Nov 25 Scripture
Daniel interprets King Nebuchadnezzar's dream about the future (Dan 2:45b). Jesus predicts the future in apocalyptic lingo (Lk 21:5-11). We need not look for future predictions. We know that someday our life on earth will end. But our eternity is secure with the God of Jesus Christ.
Daniel interprets King Nebuchadnezzar's dream about the future (Dan 2:45b). Jesus predicts the future in apocalyptic lingo (Lk 21:5-11). We need not look for future predictions. We know that someday our life on earth will end. But our eternity is secure with the God of Jesus Christ.
Nov 24 Scripture
In the last week of the liturgical year, the focus is eschatological. The poor widow, who put two small coins into the treasury (Lk 21:1-4), teaches us that not only at this time, but each day, we must give life everything we've got. It is the best way to live a life of faith.
In the last week of the liturgical year, the focus is eschatological. The poor widow, who put two small coins into the treasury (Lk 21:1-4), teaches us that not only at this time, but each day, we must give life everything we've got. It is the best way to live a life of faith.
November 24, 2025 at 12:22 PM
Nov 24 Scripture
In the last week of the liturgical year, the focus is eschatological. The poor widow, who put two small coins into the treasury (Lk 21:1-4), teaches us that not only at this time, but each day, we must give life everything we've got. It is the best way to live a life of faith.
In the last week of the liturgical year, the focus is eschatological. The poor widow, who put two small coins into the treasury (Lk 21:1-4), teaches us that not only at this time, but each day, we must give life everything we've got. It is the best way to live a life of faith.
Sunday Homily - "The King Who Never Was A King"
The gospel reading is in stark contrast to the grandeur and solemnity of the celebration. It recalls one of the most vulnerable moments of Christ’s life. What is in the Church’s mind as it proposes this scripture?
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The gospel reading is in stark contrast to the grandeur and solemnity of the celebration. It recalls one of the most vulnerable moments of Christ’s life. What is in the Church’s mind as it proposes this scripture?
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November 23, 2025 - The King Who Never was a King
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November 23, 2025 at 12:04 PM
Sunday Homily - "The King Who Never Was A King"
The gospel reading is in stark contrast to the grandeur and solemnity of the celebration. It recalls one of the most vulnerable moments of Christ’s life. What is in the Church’s mind as it proposes this scripture?
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The gospel reading is in stark contrast to the grandeur and solemnity of the celebration. It recalls one of the most vulnerable moments of Christ’s life. What is in the Church’s mind as it proposes this scripture?
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Nov 22 Scripture
The hypothetical case of a woman marrying seven brothers and the resurrection (Lk 20:27-40) brought forward by the Sadducees exposes the doctrinal differences b/w those who believed in the resurrection and those who did not. Jesus said, "God is not of the dead but of the living!"
The hypothetical case of a woman marrying seven brothers and the resurrection (Lk 20:27-40) brought forward by the Sadducees exposes the doctrinal differences b/w those who believed in the resurrection and those who did not. Jesus said, "God is not of the dead but of the living!"
November 22, 2025 at 11:46 AM
Nov 22 Scripture
The hypothetical case of a woman marrying seven brothers and the resurrection (Lk 20:27-40) brought forward by the Sadducees exposes the doctrinal differences b/w those who believed in the resurrection and those who did not. Jesus said, "God is not of the dead but of the living!"
The hypothetical case of a woman marrying seven brothers and the resurrection (Lk 20:27-40) brought forward by the Sadducees exposes the doctrinal differences b/w those who believed in the resurrection and those who did not. Jesus said, "God is not of the dead but of the living!"
Nov 21 Scripture
Who God is and what religions make God to be can be two different things. When Jesus entered the temple he saw the kind of religiosity that made him say: "...you have made it a den of thieves" (Lk 9:45-46). The best way to avoid this is to stay true to the God Jesus revealed - Love.
Who God is and what religions make God to be can be two different things. When Jesus entered the temple he saw the kind of religiosity that made him say: "...you have made it a den of thieves" (Lk 9:45-46). The best way to avoid this is to stay true to the God Jesus revealed - Love.
November 21, 2025 at 11:23 AM
Nov 21 Scripture
Who God is and what religions make God to be can be two different things. When Jesus entered the temple he saw the kind of religiosity that made him say: "...you have made it a den of thieves" (Lk 9:45-46). The best way to avoid this is to stay true to the God Jesus revealed - Love.
Who God is and what religions make God to be can be two different things. When Jesus entered the temple he saw the kind of religiosity that made him say: "...you have made it a den of thieves" (Lk 9:45-46). The best way to avoid this is to stay true to the God Jesus revealed - Love.
Nov 20 Scripture
Lk 19:41-44 requires careful interpretation. Jesus was not endorsing violence but lamenting Jerusalem's fate during the Roman-Jewish war of 70AD. Jesus came to bring peace but both parties rejected the Messianic reign of God and resorted to violence. War is never the answer.
Lk 19:41-44 requires careful interpretation. Jesus was not endorsing violence but lamenting Jerusalem's fate during the Roman-Jewish war of 70AD. Jesus came to bring peace but both parties rejected the Messianic reign of God and resorted to violence. War is never the answer.
November 20, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Nov 20 Scripture
Lk 19:41-44 requires careful interpretation. Jesus was not endorsing violence but lamenting Jerusalem's fate during the Roman-Jewish war of 70AD. Jesus came to bring peace but both parties rejected the Messianic reign of God and resorted to violence. War is never the answer.
Lk 19:41-44 requires careful interpretation. Jesus was not endorsing violence but lamenting Jerusalem's fate during the Roman-Jewish war of 70AD. Jesus came to bring peace but both parties rejected the Messianic reign of God and resorted to violence. War is never the answer.
Nov 19 Scripture
Another interpretation of "Parable of the Gold Coin" ((Lk 19:11-28) is that one who did not invest the money is the real hero because he refused to participate in the unjust system of the king who "harvested what he did not plant." Rather God's gift is for love of God and neighbor.
Another interpretation of "Parable of the Gold Coin" ((Lk 19:11-28) is that one who did not invest the money is the real hero because he refused to participate in the unjust system of the king who "harvested what he did not plant." Rather God's gift is for love of God and neighbor.
November 19, 2025 at 12:21 PM
Nov 19 Scripture
Another interpretation of "Parable of the Gold Coin" ((Lk 19:11-28) is that one who did not invest the money is the real hero because he refused to participate in the unjust system of the king who "harvested what he did not plant." Rather God's gift is for love of God and neighbor.
Another interpretation of "Parable of the Gold Coin" ((Lk 19:11-28) is that one who did not invest the money is the real hero because he refused to participate in the unjust system of the king who "harvested what he did not plant." Rather God's gift is for love of God and neighbor.
Nov 18 Scripture
Today we read about two towering personalities - Eleazar (2 Mac 6:18-31) and Zacchaeus (Lk 19:1-10). Both, in different contexts, stood up for what was right and did the right thing with great courage. One gave up his life, the other made things right. Today, do the right thing!
Today we read about two towering personalities - Eleazar (2 Mac 6:18-31) and Zacchaeus (Lk 19:1-10). Both, in different contexts, stood up for what was right and did the right thing with great courage. One gave up his life, the other made things right. Today, do the right thing!
November 18, 2025 at 12:21 PM
Nov 18 Scripture
Today we read about two towering personalities - Eleazar (2 Mac 6:18-31) and Zacchaeus (Lk 19:1-10). Both, in different contexts, stood up for what was right and did the right thing with great courage. One gave up his life, the other made things right. Today, do the right thing!
Today we read about two towering personalities - Eleazar (2 Mac 6:18-31) and Zacchaeus (Lk 19:1-10). Both, in different contexts, stood up for what was right and did the right thing with great courage. One gave up his life, the other made things right. Today, do the right thing!
While the Nation villainizes and brutalizes immigrants, the immigrants are busy ensuring that meats and vegetables reach our exotic Thanksgiving tables!
November 17, 2025 at 8:28 PM
While the Nation villainizes and brutalizes immigrants, the immigrants are busy ensuring that meats and vegetables reach our exotic Thanksgiving tables!
Nov 17 Scripture
The strife of the Maccabees is so relevant today. Just like many people abandoned the Covenant to worship alien gods (1 Mac 1:15), many Catholics/Christians have abandoned Christ to worship alien gods of racism, nation, violence, power. But we must remain faithful amidst the strife.
The strife of the Maccabees is so relevant today. Just like many people abandoned the Covenant to worship alien gods (1 Mac 1:15), many Catholics/Christians have abandoned Christ to worship alien gods of racism, nation, violence, power. But we must remain faithful amidst the strife.
November 17, 2025 at 12:38 PM
Nov 17 Scripture
The strife of the Maccabees is so relevant today. Just like many people abandoned the Covenant to worship alien gods (1 Mac 1:15), many Catholics/Christians have abandoned Christ to worship alien gods of racism, nation, violence, power. But we must remain faithful amidst the strife.
The strife of the Maccabees is so relevant today. Just like many people abandoned the Covenant to worship alien gods (1 Mac 1:15), many Catholics/Christians have abandoned Christ to worship alien gods of racism, nation, violence, power. But we must remain faithful amidst the strife.