Fr. Cappy’s Corner

This Sunday’s homily reflects on Jesus’ parable of the rich fool and the urgent call to live for what truly matters. Drawing from Ecclesiastes, Colossians, and Luke’s Gospel, we explore the spiritual danger of greed, the fleeting nature of earthly possessions, and the Christian call to stewardship.

In this episode, we explore the beautiful tension between God’s justice and His boundless mercy through the lens of Genesis 18, Psalm 138, Colossians 2, and Luke 11. What were the real sins of Sodom — and why does it matter for us today? Why does Jesus teach us to pray with such boldness? And how can we avoid reducing God’s mercy to a divine band-aid?

Whether you’ve struggled with the image of God as a harsh judge or a permissive fixer, this episode will re-center your heart on the God who is both just and merciful — and always, always good.

In this episode, we explore the timeless and challenging parable of the Good Samaritan (Luke 10:25–37) and what it means for us today. Who is our neighbor—and more importantly, how are we called to be one? Drawing on the Sunday readings from Deuteronomy and Colossians, we reflect on love that crosses boundaries and engages the suffering with real compassion.

How do we live out the Gospel in a world that fears the stranger?

Whether you’re listening on your commute or during quiet prayer, join us in asking: “Am I being a neighbor?”

In this homily for the Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity—coinciding with Father’s Day—Fr. Caparas reflects on the mystery of the Triune God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Drawing from Proverbs 8, Romans 5, and John 16, he explores how the eternal wisdom of God prefigures Christ before the Incarnation, how the Holy Spirit pours divine love into our hearts, and how hope, anchored in the Trinity, does not disappoint.

This message honors the vocation of fatherhood, encourages all who struggle with doubt or discouragement, and invites us to live in the embrace of the God who is both mystery and love.

In this final homily of the Easter series on the Gifts of the Holy Spirit, Fr. Allain Caparas reflects on Pentecost Sunday as the day the Church was not just born—but empowered. Drawing from Acts 2, 1 Corinthians 12, and John 20, this message focuses on how the Holy Spirit doesn’t just inspire us, but enables us—in ministry, in suffering, and in daily life.

Fr. Caparas shares personal stories of moments where the Spirit gave just the right words—or simply the grace of presence—and reminds us that the gifts of the Spirit differ for each of us, and that’s by design. He unpacks what it means to be breathed upon by Christ, just as the disciples were, and then sent into the world to be His presence.

If you’ve ever felt inadequate or uncertain in your mission, this homily is for you: a reminder that the Spirit equips the called, and that Pentecost didn’t end—it continues in us.

In this Ascension Thursday homily, part of the ongoing Easter series on the Gifts of the Holy Spirit, Fr. Allain Caparas reflects on the Gift of Wisdom—the grace to see our lives in light of God’s eternal plan. Drawing from the Scripture readings (Acts 1:1–11, Psalm 47, Ephesians 1:17–23, and Luke 24:46–53), this message explores what it means to wait with purpose, discern with patience, and follow Christ not by instinct, but by spiritual insight.

When Jesus says, “stay in the city until you are clothed with power from on high,” He is not asking for passivity but for trust. The Holy Spirit’s wisdom allows us to pause, listen, and act in God’s time—not our own.

If you’ve ever wondered what to do next, or struggled with waiting on God, this homily is for you.

In this sixth homily of the Easter series on the Gifts of the Holy Spirit, Fr. Allain Caparas reflects on the Gift of Understanding—the spiritual grace that allows us to see what God sees and make sense of life’s joys, struggles, and mysteries. Preached on Memorial Day Weekend, the homily honors the sacrifice of those who laid down their lives for others and invites us to go beyond surface-level gratitude toward a deeper, Spirit-led understanding of their legacy.

In this fifth homily of the Easter series on the Gifts of the Holy Spirit, Fr. Allain Caparas preaches on the Gift of Knowledge—the grace to see with God’s eyes and understand what He is doing in the ordinary moments of life. Drawing from the Sunday readings (Acts 14:21–27, Psalm 145, Revelation 21:1–5a, and John 13:31–35), Fr. Allain reflects on how spiritual knowledge transforms not just what we know, but how we live, love, and serve.

Celebrating the ordinations of Fr. Tom Piro and Fr. Timothy Mulranen at Mary, Mother of Mercy Parish, this homily also challenges listeners to look deeper: to recognize the work of the Spirit in the Church, in the sacraments, and in our daily lives. With insight from the words of Pope Leo XIV, we’re reminded that the Gift of Knowledge isn’t just about seeing the world—it’s about seeing it as God sees it.

On this Fourth Sunday of Easter, also known as Good Shepherd Sunday, Fr. Allain Caparas reflects on the Gift of Courage, the voice of Christ who leads His sheep, and the fearless love we witness in the lives of everyday saints—especially mothers. This homily, part of an Easter series on the Gifts of the Holy Spirit, honors the example of mothers, celebrates the legacy of Monsignor James Tracy, and gives thanks for the election of Pope Leo XIV, the new shepherd of the universal Church. Drawing from Acts 13, Revelation 7, and John 10, the message reminds us that courage is not just heroic action—it’s steady faithfulness, bold love, and trust in the voice that says, “No one will snatch them out of my hand.”

In this third installment of our Easter homily series on the Gifts of the Holy Spirit, Fr. Cappy reflects on the Gift of Counsel—the divine GPS that helps us navigate life’s moral decisions with clarity and courage. Drawing from the Sunday readings (Acts 5:27–32, 40b–41; Psalm 30; Revelation 5:11–14; John 21:1–19), this homily explores how the Holy Spirit leads us to obey God over cultural pressures, how Peter is restored and redirected by Christ, and how counsel can guide us through confusion into confidence.