Padre's Points

Father Mattingly breaks down what might be called the "virtue" of hospitality and how to exercise it in different settings

Most Catholics are unaware that all the Fathers of the Church interpret this parable as an allegory. Tune in as Father Mattingly explains the rich allegorical layers in the parable of 'The Good Samaritan'.

Fr. Mattingly breaks down today's Gospel, the sending of the 72, and its implications for our role in evangelization.

Father Mattingly reflects on some connections of the Holy Eucharist and Mary

Father Mattingly explains the nature of mystery in connection to the highest mystery of our faith, namely the Holy Trinity, as well as the importance of mystery in the Mass

Father Mattingly describes three rules of the Holy Spirit in the Church

Ascension Sunday Homily 2025

On this 5th Sunday of Easter Fr. Mattingly dives into the strangeness of Jesus' proclamation at the last supper that His glorification begins as soon as He enters into His passion. Tune in to hear more about the connection between glory, suffering, and love.

Father Mattingly reflects on the importance of Friendship for difficulties in life and our faith lives.

Today is Good Shepherd Sunday and Father Mattingly reflects on the new Pope and how Catholics should approach the Supreme Pastor of the Church and all the other Pastors of the Church as well.