The coronavirus pandemic has shown a spike in searches for prayer. Exploring the CCC 2566: prayer in light of the Old Testament. Prayer is the way we try to connect with the Divine; God initiates the communication. Faith and prayer are intertwined. We are called to pray on behalf of others; we are called to […]

Father Matthew reflects on Pope Francis’ special proclamation of the Gospel at the Vatican: Urbi et Orbi. Jesus is in control and he cares what happens to us. Will the pandemic lead to a great spiritual renewal? Year of St. Joseph extended until December 8, 2020 for the Oblates of St. Joseph. To be pious […]

Who are the poor and why are they blessed? Why does Jesus have a particular love for the materially poor? Do we have an attachment/immoderate love of the material? In this time of self confinement, why not take a virtual tour of Rome? Reflections on the coronavirus spread throughout Italy: will more Christians will come […]

Today’s feast day completely transformed humanity: darkness became a thing of the past. Beginning of the unfolding of the Paschal Mystery. Just as Mary said “Yes” to God’s will, we are called to do the same. You don’t have to see the future, to be able to say “yes” to God’s will. When God comes […]

Why do we continually try to predict the end of the world? It’s a great grace/blessing to not know when the world will end. God doesn’t ask us to live in fear; he says, “do not fear/do not be afraid.” Prayer v Pandemic: Father explains our worldwide prayer campaign to unite in prayer for an […]

Timmerie Geagea (filling in for Father Matthew in the host seat, today) welcomes Father Donald Calloway to discuss consecration to St. Joseph. Relative to today’s quarantine situation: look at St. Joseph who was tasked with fleeing to Egypt to protect the lives of his young family. Father Calloway explains his inspiration: the world needs a […]

Joseph was the father of Jesus — Mary referred to him as such, “Your father and I have been looking for you.” Joseph (Son of David) transferred his Davidic line to Jesus. Young, strong, virtuous: the greatest husband possible for Mary. Lessons in perspective from astronauts: with a bird’s eye view of the planet, astronauts […]

The Feast of St. Joseph, Spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary begins at tonight’s vigil. Humility is the first attribute of one who adores Jesus. It was because of his humility, St. Joseph was able to serve Jesus. Spiritual director of St. Padre Pio, Father Dolindo Ruotolo and the Surrender Novena Prayer. https://www.fatherdolindoruotolo.com/ Are you […]

Workers around the world, working from home. Can you learn to limit your distractions in the spiritual life? How are you working on being present to the Lord? Feast of St. Patrick, missionary of Ireland: remembering great saints. We are called to live in intimate union with Christ. Lent is about eliminating vice, repenting of […]

Father Matthew shares his perspective of travelling back to the US from Peru in the midst of covid-19 pandemic. Origins of the word quarantine and connection to lenten observances. Be not afraid. Good news for the unborn. Technology can help us in spite of quarantine, but will never replace our need for human interaction. In […]