The homily that wasn't. To hear my thoughts on the gospel passage, check out episode #091. To hear my thoughts on the second reading, check out episode #160. (St. John XXIII Parish, Knoxville, TN)
In college, I studied Physics. In the confessional, I sometimes speak of Psychology. Today, I try my hand at preaching about Philosophy. Specifically, against platonism and neoplatonism. (St. John XXIII Parish, Knoxville, TN)
Reflections on my patron saint, the Year of Consecrated Life, and how we are ALL called to ongoing conversion! (St. Francis of Assisi Parish, Townsend, TN)
The case for compassion and dialogue when discussing abortion. It's not just about changing a law; it's about giving mothers and couples a chance! (St. John XXIII Parish, Knoxville, TN)
In honor of Agnes, I chose the readings suggested for her memorial: 1 Corinthians 1:26-31 and Matthew 13:44-46. Agnes teaches us that we are each strong, wise, and holy through our dignity as children of God. (St. John XXIII Parish, Knoxville, TN)
Hebrews 6:10-20 (with an assist from two martyrs) inspires a homily about fighting the sins of swearing and taking the Lord's name in vain. (St. John XXIII Parish, Knoxville, TN)
All of us who are BAPTIZED (not just all of us who are ordained) are called to fulfill the promises of Isaiah! (St. John XXIII Parish, Knoxville, TN)
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About Rich Thoughts
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Rich Andre is a Catholic priest with the Missionary Society of St. Paul the Apostle (a. k. a. "The Paulist Fathers"), currently serving as the associate pastor at Blessed John XXIII Parish at the University of Tennessee. He records most of his homilies and some other reflections on this podcast. He welcomes your feedback! You can contact him at richATjohn23rd.org.
Fade-in and fade-out music is "Rise Up" by Emily Saliers of the Indigo Girls.