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In this 2nd installment of a 9-part series on the Eucharist as Sacrifice, Fr. Mattingly explains the different types of animal and grain sacrifices in the Old Testament, and how the Sacrifice of Jesus and the Eucharist are a perfect fulfilment of all of them!  

Today’s parable of the vineyard owner who hires workers at different hours of the day is a call to reflect on the personal call of Jesus in your own life. Tune in as Fr. Mattingly breaks down the Gospel reading with unique insights.

Discover hidden layers to today’s parable about the “unmerciful servant” (Mt 18:21-35) as Fr. Mattingly unpacks the concepts of mercy and forgiveness.

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Description: Discover hidden layers to today’s parable about the “unmerciful servant” (Mt 18:21-35) as Fr. Mattingly unpacks the concepts of mercy and forgiveness.

Bet you’ve never heard a homily on excommunication! Well, today’s your day. Listen as Fr. Mattingly explains Jesus’ step-by-step teaching in the Gospel (Mt 18:15-20) on how to preserve unity within the Church, and why excommunication was established by Jesus as a last resort.

This is a recent talk by Fr. Mattingly to young adult leaders on the importance of establishing a “plan of life,” or a “plan for holiness.” Listen in to learn how this extremely practical tool can help one pursue sanctity.

Saints and others have often called the highest stage of the spiritual life the “transforming union”. Listen as Fr. Mattingly explains some of the highly unusual, glorious, and wonderful things that happen for souls that reach this state of union with God in this life.

Throughout 2023-24, on the first Sunday of each month, as part of the final year of the national Eucharistic Revival, Fr. Mattingly has decided to preach about the sacrificial nature of the Holy Eucharist.

In this first installment that will continue until June 2024, Fr. Mattingly explains how the need to offer sacrifice to God is inscribed in human nature, is a part of the virtue of religion, and some of the symbolism in religious sacrifice throughout human history. This is a very unique homily that you won’t want to miss!

Is it enough to love Jesus through words and actions? Is there any need to “study” Him, to “know” Him better? Tune in as Fr. Mattingly explains the dual-dynamic of knowing & loving God, and one practical tip for making sure our relationship with Him is balanced.

Did you know that our reception of Holy Communion grants a unique type of union with God that is available nowhere else? Do you know how long the sacrament of the Eucharist remains in your body after receiving Holy Communion? Fr. Mattingly dives into these unique and important facets of the Holy Eucharist in this homily.