Homily for December 6, 2020
Do people see in Christians people who proclaim comfort in Jesus? Or, is it the case that we are all…
Homily for August 24, 2020
"There was no duplicity in him." What a tremendously wonderful compliment. It seems that if there is a quality that…
Homily: Recognizing the Gifts of the Spirit: May 25, 2020
I played a dangerous game in high school. I compared my individual talents to others, and I found myself lacking.…
Friarly: Homily for March 20, 2020
In the midst of our own worries and anxieties, do we trust God to care for us and to love…
Homily: Really Pray the Our Father Today
It is called the most complete prayer ever. The Our Father is one we pray often. But how often do…
The temptations of Jesus help us
There is an interesting phrase in today's gospel about the temptation of Jesus. Namely, Jesus was led by the Spirit…
It’s the time to fast
Isaiah, often the mouthpiece for God, was a man of innovation. He challenged people to think in a new way…
Who would choose a curse? You’d be surprised
Moses sets before the people today a blessing and a curse. It is hard to imagine that anyone would really…
COVID-19 Coronavirus Resources
To help continue growth in faith, the DePorres Pages has created a list of livestreamed Mass sites, Catholic TV and…
Broken Hearts Mended by God
Today begins Lent. How will you rend your heart in what you give up or taken on? How will what…