How can God's Word take root and grow in us? God sends Jesus to us through the scriptures to fulfill His Word. Let us take some time to talk to God and welcome Jesus every day, giving ourselves to God's work.

Catholic Mass readings for the 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time, July 12, 2026

First Reading: Isaiah 55: 10-11
Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 65: 10, 11, 12-13, 14
Second Reading: Romans 8: 18-23
Gospel: Matthew 13: 1-23

Did you ever wonder how Jesus knew right where to find the donkey that He rode into Jerusalem? Was it to show that not only was He meek and humble, but also a wise and knowing King as Zechariah prophesied? Father Chuck tells us of another "God-incidence" that happened this past week showing that Jesus is always there for us. Let us take Jesus's yoke and surrender our lives to Him, the Savior King.

Catholic Mass readings for the 14th Sunday in Ordinary Time, July 5, 2026

What things in our life need to "die" so we can gain life as a child of God? Today's Gospel reading contains challenging words from Jesus. While Baptism brought us new life, growing into our best relationship with Jesus is a lifelong process. Let us pray to learn which areas of our life are preventing us from growing closer to God so we can lose them.

Catholic Mass readings for the 13th Sunday in Ordinary Time, June 28, 2026

First Reading: Second Kings 4: 8-11, 14-16a
Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 89: 2-3, 16-17, 18-19
Second Reading: Romans 6: 3-4, 8-11
Alleluia: First Peter 2: 9
Gospel: Matthew 10: 37-42

Since Father Chuck is on vacation this week, we have a "bonus" episode featuring Father Chuck's homily for this day from June 21, 2020 at his previous parish, St. Wenceslaus, in Scappoose, OR.

Did Jeremiah's prayer for vengeance leave you wondering why God intended for it to be in the scriptures, when the full revelation of God tells us to love our enemy? Maybe then Jeremiah wanted to take it back? God left it in the scriptures to show that He can deal with our un-Godly thoughts and acts. He doesn't miss even one sparrow's little hop with His guidance. Let us pray for love and courage in letting God order our days.

Catholic Mass Readings for the 12th Sunday in Ordinary Time, June 21, 2026

First Reading: Jeremiah 20: 10-13
Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 69: 8-10, 14, 17, 33-35
Second Reading: Romans 5: 12-15
Alleluia: John 15: 26b, 27a
Gospel: Matthew 10: 26-33

Do you think that you can't do what God calls you to do? God sends us forth from every Mass to grow in God's love and to confront the world's evils. We can't do it on our own. But we can recharge at Mass, and seek help from the Saints and the angels that God commanded to accompany us. We have their help as we enter the mission field.

Catholic Mass readings for the 11th Sunday in Ordinary Time, June 14, 2026

Do you feel the power of God's love in the Eucharist? In today's homily, Father Chuck shares stories of how God touches us with His love and grace through the sacraments. Let us celebrate God's power and creative energy in our lives and in our sharing with others. And listen to the very end to hear the outcome!

Catholic Mass readings for the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ, June 7, 2026

First Reading: Deuteronomy 8: 2-3, 14b-16a
Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 147: 12-13, 14-15, 19-20
Second Reading: First Corinthians 10: 16-17
Alleluia: John 6: 51
Gospel: John 6: 51-58

How often do you pray to the Holy Spirit? We can never get enough of the Holy Spirit, both for ourselves and for the benefit of others. Let's pray the simple prayer of "Come O Holy Spirit" repeatedly throughout the day to unleash the power of God's love for us and for our concern for others..

Catholic Mass readings for Pentecost Sunday, May 24, 2026

First Reading: Acts 2: 1-11
Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 104: 1, 24, 29-30, 31, 34
Second Reading: First Corinthians 12: 3b-7, 12-13
Gospel: John 20: 19-23