Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time - Fr. Lucas Laborde - Salt that Keeps Its Flavor
According to this past weekend's Gospel, we are the "salt of the earth." How do we keep our flavor?
Feb 11, 2020•13 min•Ep. 60
Reflections from St. Ann DC
Encounter hope, faith, joy, peace and love: This podcast features weekly the Sunday morning and evening Mass homilies from our pastor and celebrating priests. You'll also hear important talks at our church, including a lecture teaching us about our namesake St. Ann, the grandmother of Jesus, and so much more! #StAnn150
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30. Was Jesus Really Born on December 25?, The Festival of Light, the Light of the World, Inviting Just One and Signs of Faith - Msgr. James Watkins - 5th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Why we light up the church, an answer to "what was Jesus' actual birthday?" and an invitation from our pastor.
Feb 10, 2020•8 min•Ep. 60
Feast of the Presentation of the Lord - Fr. Lucas Laborde - Bridging the Gap Between Generations
We're nostalgic and disconnected from past generations: How do we reconcile this? If we don't change the hearts of people, our "change" will not last.
Feb 05, 2020•15 min•Ep. 59
29. Our God Submits to the Tradition of His Times - He Didn't Need Baptism, Presentation...He Did It Anyway - Msgr. James Watkins - Feast of the Presentation of the Lord
Jesus did not need to be baptized. He did not have to be presented in the Temple. He being fully God, Jesus could have done without these human traditions. But with humility, He chose to enter entirely into our humanity.
Feb 04, 2020•14 min•Ep. 58
Third Sunday in Ordinary Time - Fr. Ivan Pertine - Part 2: Christ's Adventure is Our Own
What are the ingredients for a good adventure?
Jan 28, 2020•18 min•Ep. 57
28. So Many Opinions, So Little Time: Finding Truth in the Noise - Msgr. James Watkins - Third Sunday in Ordinary Time
We are bombarded - with emails, texts, phone calls, news, interruptions... the list could go on. What should we listen to, and how should we tune out the noise? Msgr. James Watkins gives some practical tips on how to shape our minds and hearts to hear and heed what really matters.
Jan 26, 2020•22 min•Ep. 56
Second Sunday in Ordinary Time - Fr. Ivan Pertine - Part 1: The Adventure of Discipleship
Have you always wanted to go on the biggest adventure of your life? Here's the place to start.
Jan 22, 2020•19 min•Ep. 55
Feast of the Baptism of the Lord - Fr. Lucas Laborde - We Are Affirmed in the Father
Are you lacking motivation and drive? Do you need to reconnect with something that inspires you? A first step: Rest assured in the arms of Our Father. He affirms you as His child.
Jan 15, 2020•12 min•Ep. 54
27. Do You Know When You Were Baptized? Here's Why You Should - Msgr. James Watkins - Feast of the Baptism of the Lord
When Jesus approached John the Baptist to be baptized, John "tried to prevent him." Jesus insisted. Why on earth was this so important? In this homily, we discover the answer.
Jan 14, 2020•18 min•Ep. 53
Feast of the Epiphany of the Lord - Fr. Lucas Laborde - Overcoming Compartmentalized Faith
Are we afraid of what God can do through us? Are we afraid, like Herod in this week's reading, that God might take what's good from us instead of give what's best to us?
Jan 07, 2020•13 min•Ep. 52
26. On the Insecurity of the Herods from a Metaphysics Professor - Msgr. James Watkins - Feast of the Epiphany of the Lord
King Herod "was greatly troubled" at the news of Jesus, "the newborn king of the Jews." He asked the magi to find Jesus and to "bring me word" - not stating that he intended to kill him. What was all this mess about? From a metaphysics professor at The Catholic University of America, take a listen to this homily: a fascinating psychological take on the insecurity of the Herods.
Jan 05, 2020•12 min•Ep. 51
A Sermon Resolving Your 2020 New Year's Resolutions - Msgr. James Watkins - Solemnity of Mary the Mother of God
Want some help with all the resolutions you may have already broken? Listen to this sound advice. Keep listening after the homily to pray the rosary in honor of our Mother's Feast today!
Jan 01, 2020•37 min•Ep. 50
Feast of the Holy Family - Fr. Ivan Pertine - Leadership in the Family
How can we best live like the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph? What is the role of woman in a family? What is the role of man? What do the stats show us about family these days?
Dec 31, 2019•19 min•Ep. 49
25. Was Jesus’ Family Perfect? - Msgr. James Watkins - Feast of the Holy Family
Jesus needed to grow and learn, perhaps not in His divinity, but certainly in His humanity, just like we do. His family faced conflict and struggles just like we do. What was it like?
Dec 30, 2019•16 min•Ep. 48
24. How Would You Have Saved the World? Msgr. James Watkins' Homily on the Nativity of the Lord
This Christmas, we contemplate: How would you have saved the world?
Dec 26, 2019•16 min•Ep. 47
Fourth Sunday of Advent - Fr. Ivan Pertine - God speaks to us, even in dreams
Realize that God can speak to you, too, sometimes in very unique ways. This Christmas season, may our ears be attentive to His Word.
Dec 24, 2019•14 min•Ep. 46
23. Put Yourself in the Place of Mary: Can You Walk in Her Shoes? This Advent Will You Surrender Your Plan to God's? - Msgr. James Watkins - Fourth Sunday of Advent
Mary's fiat is the perfect example for us. What are your plans? Is God calling you to let them go and follow His?
Dec 23, 2019•13 min•Ep. 45
How Mary Our Mother Could Intercede to Save Your Life
Learn what makes our 150th anniversary custom commemorative rosary so special! Learn more at stanndc.org/rosary
Dec 19, 2019•5 min•Ep. 44
Third Sunday of Advent - Fr. Lucas Laborde - Keeping Hope in Challenging Circumstances
This Advent, learn how to overcome trials in this life, looking toward the next.
Dec 18, 2019•12 min•Ep. 43
22. Who is Mary, Why We Pray the Rosary and How the Devotion Began - Msgr. James Watkins - Third Sunday of Advent
Who is Mary and do Catholics worship her? What's the big deal about the rosary? Why do Catholics have this devotion and when did it start?
Dec 17, 2019•15 min•Ep. 42
21. Hear from those in Bethlehem Who Walk the Footsteps of Christ - Msgr. James Watkins - Second Sunday of Advent
Walk the footsteps of Christ this Advent.
Dec 11, 2019•10 min•Ep. 41
Second Sunday of Advent - Fr. Lucas Laborde - The Eye-opening Conversation
We've all had life-altering conversations. Perhaps this Advent we can have one with Christ.
Dec 10, 2019•12 min•Ep. 40
First Sunday of Advent - Fr. Lucas Laborde - Enter Into Your Inheritance
One of the noted resources in this homily is the "Best Advent Ever" program. Find it here: https://dynamiccatholic.com/best-advent-ever
Dec 04, 2019•14 min•Ep. 39
20. How to Wait with Purpose this Advent - Msgr. James Watkins - First Sunday of Advent
How can we wait with purpose this Advent?
Dec 03, 2019•16 min•Ep. 38
19. Turkey, Stuff(ing) & Tradition: Who Is Your King? - Msgr. Watkins - Solemnity of Christ the King
Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe
Nov 30, 2019•18 min•Ep. 37
Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe - Fr. Lucas Laborde - Christ the King!
Jesus Christ is King! Alleluia!
Nov 29, 2019•15 min•Ep. 38
Notre Dame Cathedral Organist Olivier Latry Speaks about the Current State of the Organ and Cathedral
Hear his emotional remarks.
Nov 21, 2019•7 min•Ep. 36
God's Stability - 33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time - Fr. Ivan Pertine
Is there something that you just can't stand? That, too, will pass. "God is God. Nothing escapes His providence. Everything will pass."
Nov 19, 2019•16 min•Ep. 35
18. Execution, Fear, Evil, Depression and Rebuilding the Temple: Do Not Be Afraid - Msgr. James Watkins - 33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time
"You will be hated by all because of my name, but not a hair on your head will be destroyed." A lesson from this week's Gospel? Do not be afraid.
Nov 18, 2019•22 min•Ep. 34
32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time - Fr. Lucas Laborde - The challenge of the Sadducees: those who don’t find the idea of heaven attractive
What is the challenge of the Sadducees - in other words, those who don’t find the idea of heaven attractive?
Nov 13, 2019•13 min•Ep. 33
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