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In his homily for the Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross, Ordinary Time, Fr. Thomas Picchioni explains why Jesus would compare Himself to a serpent.

Scripture Readings: The Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross, OT, Cycle C

1st Reading: Numbers 21:4b-9
Responsorial: Psalm 78:1bc-2, 34-35, 36-37, 38
2nd Reading: Philippians 2:6-11
Gospel: John 3:13-17

 

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In his homily for the 27^th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Fr. Thomas Picchioni prompts us to examine if we are ready to take the servants position at the table.

Scripture Readings: 27^th Sunday OT, Cycle C

1st Reading: Habakkuk 1:2-3; 2:2-4
Responsorial: Psalm 95:1-2, 6-7, 8-9
2nd Reading: 2 Timothy 1:6-8, 13-14
Gospel: Luke 17:5-10

 

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In his homily for the 28^th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Fr. Thomas Picchioni reminds us of the importance of returning to God to give thanks.

Scripture Readings: 28^th Sunday OT, Cycle C

1st Reading: 2 Kings 5:14-17
Responsorial: Psalm 98:1, 2-3, 3-4
2nd Reading: 2 Timothy 2:8-13
Gospel: Luke 17:11-19

 

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In his homily for the 29^th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Fr. Thomas Picchioni implores us to pray with fervor and persistence.

Scripture Readings: 29^th Sunday OT, Cycle C

1st Reading: Exodus 17:8-13
Responsorial: Psalm 121:1-2, 3-4, 5-6, 7-8
2nd Reading: 2 Timothy 3:14-4:2
Gospel: Luke 18:1-8

 

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In his homily for All Souls Day, Fr. Thomas explains the compassionate teaching of the Holy Catholic Church of why it is important to pray for the poor souls in purgatory.

Scripture Readings: The Commemoration of all the Faithful Departed (All Souls Day)

1st Reading: Wisdom 3:1-9
Responsorial: Psalm 23:1-3a, 3b-4, 5, 6
2nd Reading: Romans 5:5-11
Gospel: John 6:37-40

 

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Scripture Reflection: Dedication of the Lateran Basilica in Rome

 

In his homily for the Dedication of the Lateran Basilica in Rome, Fr. Thomas explains why the Chair of the Pope is significant to us today.

Scripture Readings: The Feast of the Dedication of the Lateran Basilica in Rome.

1st Reading: Ezekiel 47:1-2, 8-9, 12
Responsorial: Psalm 46:2-3, 5-6, 8-9
2nd Reading: 1 Corinthians 3:9c-11, 16-17
Gospel: John 2:13-22

 

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In his homily for the 33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time, Fr. Thomas Picchioni explains how God recreates us after destruction.

Scripture Readings: 33^rd  Sunday OT, Cycle C

1st Reading: Malachi 3:19-20a
Responsorial: Psalm 98:5-6, 7-8, 9
2nd Reading: 2 Thessalonians 3:7-12
Gospel: Luke 21:5-19

 

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In his homily for Christ the King, Fr. Thomas Picchioni encourages us to experience the gift of the Fear of the Lord.

Scripture Readings: Christ the King, Cycle C

1st Reading: 2 Samuel 5:1-3
Responsorial: Psalm 122:1-2, 3-4, 4-5
2nd Reading: Colossians 1:12-20
Gospel: Luke 23:35-43

 

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In his homily for the 1^st Sunday of Advent, Fr. Thomas Picchioni Challenges us to break the cycle of complacency this advent season.

Scripture Readings: 1^st Sun Advent, Cycle A

1st Reading: Isaiah 2:1-5
Responsorial: Psalm 122: 1-2, 3-4, 4-5, 6-7, 8-9
2nd Reading: Romans 13:11-14
Gospel: Matthew 24:37-44

 

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In his homily for the 2nd Sunday of Advent, Fr. Thomas Picchioni reminds us that in the midst of our sinfullness, there is hope in God’s goodness and mercy.

Scripture Readings: 2nd Sun Advent, Cycle A

1st Reading: Isaiah 11:1-10
Responsorial: Psalm 72:1-2, 7-8, 12-13, 17
2nd Reading: Romans 15:4-9
Gospel: Matthew 3:1-12

 

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