Would you rather be poor with Christ than rich without Him?

During communion, the celebrant says, "Pray my brothers and sisters that my sacrifice and yours may be acceptable to the Lord our God." Sacrifice is essential to our participation in celebrating the life and death of Christ. One way to fulfill our part of the sacrifice is to contribute to the annual appeal, which helps Catholic charities across DC.

This Sunday, Monsignor Watkins reminds us to remember that Christmas is the celebration of Christ's birthday. We should celebrate the HOLY-day the way Christ would want; and give Him the gifts He would like to receive: for us to know Him, love Him, and Serve him.

This Sunday, Msgr. James Watkins talks to us about his family and relationships, and how he turned to God for reconciliation and peace — and explains how you can, too.

This episode includes Fr. Teo Brea's homily from the Solemnity of the Body and Blood of Christ.

Fr. Joseph Piper delivers a homily on The Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity.

On this episode, Fr. Teo Brea delivers a homily on the Sixth Sunday of Easter

On this episode, Fr. Joseph Piper delivers a homily on the Fifth Sunday of Easter

On this episode, Fr. Teo Brea delivers a homily on the Fourth Sunday of Easter.

In this episode: The importance of Mass, plus added words from newly baptized.

Fr. Joseph Piper delivers a homily on Divine Mercy Sunday, beginning with a story about a trip he took to an island of Micronesia.

In this episode, Fr. Teo Brea delivers a homily on the Fifth Sunday in Lent.

Fr. Joseph Piper delivers a homily on the Fourth Sunday of Lent.

This Sunday, Monsignor reflects on how blessed we are that our God humbles himself to become man so man may share in the divinity of God.

Monsignor Watkins speaks about our senses and how they influence our beliefs.

In this podcast, Fr. Teo Brea delivers a homily on the Third Sunday of Lent.

Msgr reflects on the Sin of Pride & its antidote in Humility 

Fr. Joseph Piper delivers a homily on the first Sunday of Lent on "Baptism and the Fight for our Identity".

Below are the verses on the handout sheet that Fr. Joseph references in the homily: 

• Fear: "Be strong and courageous. Do not fear or be dismayed, for the LORD, your God, is with you wherever you go." Joshua 1:9
• Gluttony: "Man does not live by bread alone, but by every word that comes from the mouth of God."
• Lust: "Your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit within you." 1 Cor 6:19
• Anger: "Bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you." Luke 6:28
• Discouragement: "The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it." Jn 1:5
• Doubt: "I believe, help my unbelief." Mk 9:25
• Pride: "O God, be merciful to me a sinner." Lk 18:13
• Selfishness: "Whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows bountifully will also reap bountifully." 2 Cor 9:6
• Anxiety: "Have no anxiety at all, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, make your requests known to God." Phil 4:6

What should Lent be about this year?

Fr. Teo Brea delivers a homily on the Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time.

Fr. Joseph Piper delivers a homily on the Sixth Sunday of Ordinary Time.

Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you.

Who do you think are the "most valuable people?" Take a listen to find out.

We are made in the image of God to love ourselves, neighbor and God

Fr. Ivan Pertine speaks about the Kingdom of Jesus Christ in the hearts of the holy, the Catholic Church, and the greater world on the Solemnity of Christ the King.

This episode features Fr. Ivan Pertine's homily delivered on the Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time. 

In this homily, Fr. Joseph Piper discusses the power of the Word. 

"Do You Love Me?" Says the Lord - Msgr. James Watkins Homily - Third Sunday in Ordinary Time - Sunday, January 22, 2023

In this homily, Fr. Joseph Piper talks about the Lamb of God. 

In this homily, Fr. Teo Brea speaks about the need of intellectual formation. 

Fr. Joseph Piper delivers a homily on the Solemnity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Mother of God.

His resolution has not changed, He desires your salvation 

Fr. Ivan Pertine gives a homily on the fourth Sunday of Advent. 

Just imagine...

In this homily, Fr. Teo Brea discusses going from complacency to holy discontent. 

Fr. Maximo Stock describes how Jesus's teachings about the end of the world should bring with them a greater amount of seriousness in our lives.

Msgr. Watkins talks on the importance of waiting and patience in life and how Advent teaches us how to wait

In this homily, Fr. Joseph Piper talks about the big story. 

In this homily, Fr. Teo Brea discusses Christ the King, from accusation to admiration.

INRI - Christ, King of the Jews, and of the Universe

In this homily, Fr. Joseph Piper asks the question, "What’s the worst that could happen?"

Fr. Teo Brea speaks about why heaven is relevant to us. 

We wish you a blessed Solemnity of All Saints!

Here's how to invite a friend to Mass!

Fr. Teo speaks about God's love manifesting in our weaknesses.

Fr. Teo explains how to speak about Jesus.

This Sunday, Monsignor James Watkins reflects on beginnings and ends. He discusses the end of the liturgical year and the tendency of people to focus heavily on endings and beginnings. He remembers the departed souls and commemorates their life and new life in heaven.

Here's how to pray for the conversion of others.

Have you thanked God today?

What to Do when You Don't Get the Ball - Msgr. James Watkins Homily - 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time - Sunday, October 2, 2022