Examining the impact of the recent tragic death of Kobe Bryant. We see his accomplishments and brokenness, but realize they are not the sum of who he was. Let’s treasure the people in our lives; embrace forgiveness; work with tenacity! Marriage: and intimate union of persons, a theological reflection of God. Not uncommon for Priests […]

Father Stephen joins Father Matthew today: discussing history of celibacy in the priesthood & tradition of the collection! Science beginning to help turn public opinion pro life.  We want abortion to be illegal but also recognized as an unhealthy option. St. Francis de Sales: holiness is everyone. How do we cultivate the skill to see […]

Walks and marches taking place across the country this weekend; #FastForLife in solidarity. Oblates of St. Joseph celebrate the Feast of the Espousal of the Holy Spouses, Mary & Joseph today. How powerful this feast falls on the day after the anniversary of Roe v Wade; almost as an antidote to the evils of the […]

San Diego Charger (Catholic) Phillip Rivers moving to Florida; Green Bay Packer, Arron Rodgers comments on God. What is hell? Worry is central to human existence. How does scripture invite us to turn away from worry? God is with us in moments of strife and worry. Strong words from Pope Francis today: admonishing clergy to […]

Ants in the wine at mass!? Father Matthew shares a surprising moment from this weekend. The Church has been celebrating the sacraments through the messiness of life. Work each day to create a worthy dwelling place for the Lord; and especially surrender the messiness. Contemplating the sacrifice of confession through the writings of St. Agustine. […]

Tradition behind the external gesture of the sign of the cross; witness to discipleship; blessing of children.  Father of monasticism: St. Anthony the Great. If we’re going to find God, we have to make room for him in our lives. How much silence are you getting these days? Deacon’s fascination with the Sistine Chapel turns […]

Who has plenty of spare time? Despite all of our modern conveniences, we still seem to be lacking time. Father shares an intriguing proposal. Remembering a request for confession in Italy and recently in Lima, Peru. Lives are changed by small sacrifices.  Study interprets natural kindness in African Grey Parrots. Does kindness come naturally to […]

Father Donald Calloway joins the show: Consecration to Saint Joseph. The virtues of St. Joseph respond as an antidote to the crisis of sin, scandal and fatherhood. Who are you, St. Joseph? Praying for “A year of St. Joseph.”  Gold standard of restaurant ratings being rejected by Chefs. What’s the danger in doing something for recognition? […]

Father shares news of the passing of three of his fellow Oblates of St. Joseph; what does the CCC say about how to respond to the deaths of our loved ones?  Do we “learn” to love God or does our love for God come from somewhere already within us? While traveling on a Sunday, have […]

Pope Benedict Co-Authors New Book with Cardinal Sarah on the Priesthood. https://www.ncregister.com/daily-news/pope-emeritus-benedict-and-cardinal-sarah-collaborate  Father Matthew shares from his recent trip to Peru: cherimoya changing the fruit game. Do we judge based on our initial perception? Sacraments change our soul. As Christians we are called to be people of hope. Why do we struggle to hope? Are […]