Fr. Cappy’s Corner

God has chosen us. Christ has saved us. Now He sends us. In this homily, Father Caparas reflects on the challenge of living as God’s holy people in a culture of distraction, anger, and spiritual complacency. Reflect on how Christ’s love calls us beyond simply being Catholic in name to becoming intentional disciples who know Him, love Him, and follow Him wherever He leads.

On this Solemnity of Corpus Christi, Fr. Caparas reflect on one of the most astonishing claims of the Christian faith: that the God who created the universe has made Himself our food.

Drawing from the readings of Deuteronomy 8, 1 Corinthians 10, and John 6, we explore how God used the manna in the desert to prepare His people for an even greater gift—the Eucharist. Why do our hearts continue to long for something more, even after achieving success, comfort, or recognition? What is the deeper hunger that lies beneath all our desires?

Inspired by insights from Christopher West’s “Eating the Sunrise”, we reflect on the restlessness of the human heart, the promise of eternal life, and how the Eucharist is the food that is stronger than death. We also consider St. Paul’s powerful reminder that when we partake of the one Bread, we become one Body—and what that means for our unity as Christians today.

On Trinity Sunday, we celebrate one of the deepest mysteries of our faith: one God in three Persons—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. While the mystery of the Trinity can never be fully explained, God has revealed something essential about Himself: He is merciful, patient, and rich in kindness.

In this homily, we reflect on how our sins are not necessarily obstacles to God's friendship, but can become the very place where His grace transforms us when we surrender them to Him. Drawing from the Book of Exodus, St. Paul's exhortation to "mend your ways," the teachings of Ralph Martin, and Pope Leo XIV's new encyclical Magnifica Humanitas, we explore how God desires communion with us and how authentic relationship with Him is the antidote to the loneliness and fragmentation of modern life.

Most importantly, we are reminded that God did not send His Son to condemn the world, but to save it—and that He wants to work with us, not against us, on the journey toward holiness and eternal life.

On this Pentecost Sunday, Fr. Allain reflects on the powerful meaning of the Holy Spirit’s gifts and how God continues to use our talents and passions throughout every stage of life. Drawing from the readings of Acts, Corinthians, and the Gospel of John, this homily challenges young people to discern God’s call intentionally and encourages older generations not to lose heart as their mission evolves in new ways.

In a world where many feel restless, anxious, and spiritually unfulfilled, Pentecost reminds us that we were not created merely for comfort — but for greatness in Christ. The Holy Spirit still breathes courage, mercy, purpose, and healing into fearful hearts today.

In this homily for the Sixth Sunday of Easter and Mother’s Day, Fr. Allain reflects on a childhood experience of getting lost in a crowded marketplace in the Philippines — and how hearing his mother’s voice brought peace in the midst of fear. Drawing from St. Peter’s call to “give a reason for your hope,” this homily explores how Christians are called not simply to argue about faith, but to witness to the hope, peace, and joy found in a relationship with Jesus Christ.

In this episode, we reflect on Jesus’ powerful words: “Do not let your hearts be troubled.” In a world marked by division, anxiety, and impatience, how do we actually live with peace? Drawing from Acts, the early Church’s care for the vulnerable, and St. Peter’s call to become “living stones,” we explore what it means to treat others with dignity—not just in theory, but in everyday life.

Through real-life encounters with the poor, honest reflections on forgiveness, and a challenge to move beyond being “cultural Catholics,” this episode invites you to become an intentional disciple—someone who doesn’t just know about Christ, but walks with Him.

We also celebrate the beauty of new life in Christ through Baptism and reflect on how the Eucharist strengthens us to live what we profess.

If you’ve ever struggled with anger, division, or just the heaviness of the world… this episode is for you.

In this homily for the 3rd Sunday of Easter, Father Caparas reflects on a simple but revealing truth: sometimes in the spiritual life, we can be “confidently lost.”

Drawing from a recent pilgrimage to Italy, the bold witness of the apostles, and the enduring authority of the Church, this message challenges us to examine a deeper issue—not disbelief, but spiritual arrogance. Do we shape the Gospel to fit our lives… or allow the Gospel to shape us?

What does it mean to truly listen to Christ through His Church?

How do we remain humble when we don’t fully understand?

And how do we resist the temptation to place ourselves above the Gospel instead of under it?

This homily invites us to move from reaction to relationship… from control to trust… and from knowing about Jesus to truly walking with Him.

Because the goal isn’t just to understand the Resurrection…

…it’s to live it.

A quick, on-location conversation with Fr. Allain Caparas and Fr. Peter Gallagher as they wait in St. Peter’s Square for the Holy Father.

History, the Papacy, and the witness of Saint Peter—all in the place where it continues today.

Too often, we settle for a comfortable, surface-level faith—showing up, going through the motions, and calling it enough. But Easter changes everything.

We are reminded that the Resurrection is not just something to celebrate—it’s something to live. Jesus is not in the tomb, and we’re not meant to stay there either.

On this Holy Thursday, we enter into one of the most sacred nights of the year—the night when Jesus gives us the Eucharist and the Priesthood… and shows us what it truly means to love.

In this episode, we reflect on the powerful connection between the altar and the towel—between receiving Christ in the Eucharist and becoming Christ for others.

Jesus says, “I have given you a model to follow.” The question is: will we live it?