Catholic Cardinal Reflections

Pentecost Sunday

Sun, 19 May 2013 13:00:00 PDT

May 19, 2013 - The Holy Spirit infuses us with his gifts, and we are heirs to the kingdom of God. Each of has different skills, talents and blessings. Let our physics, biology, comparative literature and the countless other aspects of our lives be an offering that speaks of the majesty of God to all we meet. Preacher: Fr. Isaiah Mary Molano, OP, Parochial Vicar and Associate Director of the CCAS

Vatican II Class: Vatican II and other religions: A milestone?

Tue, 14 May 2013 13:00:00 PDT

May 13, 2013 - The seventh lecture in the CCAS class, Vatican II: Catholicism Meets Modernity, is by Catharine Cornille, Professor of cmparative theology at Boston College. She is joined in the second half by panelistsScotty McLennan, Dean of Religious Life, Stanford; Assistant Professor Akiba Lerner, Religious Studies, Santa Clara; Maboob Khan, Bay Area Sufi Communityi, as well as by class director Fr. Paul Crowley.

Newman Nights: Your life is not about you

Tue, 14 May 2013 13:00:00 PDT

May 14, 2013 - Father Michael Fones discusses the gifts given to us by God, our Charisms. We don't earn them and they do not serve us directly, but can only be used for others, and only for good. Some charisms are wisdom, understanding, organization; all are personalized for us by God, and strengthened by our use. Lecturer: Michael Fones, OP, Student Master, Western Dominican Province

Ascension of the Lord

Sun, 12 May 2013 13:00:00 PDT

May 12, 2013 - Jesus rose into glory with the Father, but is with us always. Fr. Nathan asks us which of seven gifts we seek today:Wisdom, Understanding, Knowledge, Counseling, Piety, Courage, or Awe. The Holy Spirit will give us all of these gifts if we but ask. Preacher: Fr. Nathan Castle, OP, Paster/Director of the CCAS

Vatican II Class: Catholicism and Modern Culture

Mon, 06 May 2013 13:00:00 PDT

May 6, 2013 - The sixth lecture in the CCAS class, Vatican II: Catholicism Meets Modernity, is by Jerome Baggett, Jesuit School of Theology of Santa Clara. He is joined in the second half by panelistAlbert Gelpi, as well as by class director Fr. Paul Crowley.

6th Sunday of Easter

Sun, 05 May 2013 13:00:00 PDT

May 5, 2013 - The readings remind us that two thousand yeas ago, the fledging Jesus movement was in danger of dying out. But the Holy Spirit kept it alive, even as the Spirit does today. That is because Jesus promised to be with us always. Preacher: Reverend Mr. John Kerrigan, Deacon of the Catholic Community

Newman Nights: Living under the tent of Abraham

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 13:00:00 PDT

April 30, 2013 - Sr. Marrianne Farina discusses ecumenism, and how dialog with each other is the first step towards uniting the world in Christ.In the Vatican II council, the pope intentionally sat cardinals from different parts of the world together, invited Christians of other faiths and established informal coffee bars to foster such dialog. We are called to be Christ for each other. Speaker: Sr. Marianne Farina, CSC is Chair of the department of Theology, Dominican School of Philosophy and Theology.

Vatican II Class: The rediscovery of the laity- Overcoming baptismal amnesia

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 13:00:00 PDT

April 29, 2013 - The fifth lecture in the CCAS class, Vatican II: Catholicism Meets Modernity, is by Prof. Paul Lakeland of Fairfield University. He is joined in the second half by panelistCatherineWolff, as well as by class director Fr. Paul Crowley.

5th Sunday in Easter

Sun, 28 Apr 2013 13:00:00 PDT

April 28, 2013 - Father Isaiah discusses the day Jesus was betrayed by Judas, the same day Jesus gave his disciples a new commandment: Love one another as I have loved you. In connection with the CCAS spring break trip to Arizona to witness immigration issues, grad student Erica Fernandez describes her experience growing up poor and the difficulties she and her family faced in immigrating to America. Speakers Fr. Isaiah Mary Molano, OP, Parochial Vicar/Associate Director of the CCAS Grad Student Erica Fernandez

Vatican II Class: The Catholic rediscovery of the bible

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 13:00:00 PDT

April 22, 2013 - The fourth lecture in the CCAS class, Vatican II: Catholicism Meets Modernity, is by Catherine Murphy and Barbara Green. They are joined in the second half by panelists Steven Weitzman, as well as by class director Fr. Paul Crowley. Speaker Catherine Murphy, associate professor in religious studies at Santa Clara, Barbara Green, teacher as a member of school of the Grauate Theological Union in Berkeley, Steven Weitzman, the Daniel E. Koshland professor of Jewish Culture and Religion and director of the Taube Center for Jewish Studies.

4th Sunday in Easter

Sun, 21 Apr 2013 13:00:00 PDT

April 21, 2013 - Today's speacker Nancy Greenfield, Chaplain of the Catholic commuity, talks about being a true follower as a sheep of the good shepherd. We have to ask to ourselves that what is the voice of the shepherd directing ourselves to serve one another, because if we do well without doing good, we are not living the gospel!

Newman Nights: The common good and the challenge of pluralism

Tue, 16 Apr 2013 13:00:00 PDT

April 16, 2013 - If we assume a fundamental pluralism, can we speak of a "common good"? If not then according to Catholic social teaching, there is nothing to legitimize the authority of government. Fr. Sweeney proposes that subsidiarity may offer a proper way out of of this conundrum. Speaker: Fr. Michael Sweeney, OP, President of Dominican School of Philosophy abd Theology, Berkeley.

3rd Sunday in Easter

Sun, 14 Apr 2013 13:00:00 PDT

April 14, 2013 - Love can get one in trouble. Jesus asks Peter three times: "Do you love me?", and Peter answers, "Lord, you know that I do." By doing so Peter was rehabilitated from his thrice-denial of Christ. On this day of confirmation for 5 of our community, we need often to be renewed as well. Preacher, Monsignor Fran Cilia, Vicar General of the Diocese of San Jose

Newman Nights: What is that? A liturgical Tour

Tue, 09 Apr 2013 13:00:00 PDT

April 7, 2013 - Speaker Fr. Isaiah Mary Molano takes us on a tour of the hardware and software of the Mass- the vestments, the books, the chalice, etc. The talk was accompanied by illustrative and beautiful slides of Stanford's Memorial Church.

Vatican II Class: Reforming the Church through the liturgy

Mon, 08 Apr 2013 13:00:00 PDT

April 8, 2013 - The second lecture in the CCAS class, Vatican II: Catholicism Meets Modernity, is by FR. Mark Francis, CSV, Santa Clara University. He is joined in the second half by panelists Nancy Greenfield, Chaplain at CCAS and Ann Grycz from St. Patrick's Seminary, as well as by class director Fr. Paul Crowley.

2nd Sunday of Easter

Sun, 07 Apr 2013 13:00:00 PDT

April 7, 2013 - Father Nathan describes meeting a new friend, who changes his heart and causes him to think deeply about how he is loved by God. Do we know God believes in us, and can we learn to believe more fully in others? Preacher:Father Nathan Castle, OP, Pastor and Director of the Catholic Community at Stanford.

Newman Nights: Set the Tree on Fire Part II, Priest, Prophet, King

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 13:00:00 PDT

April 2, 2013 - In this talk, Fr. Isaiah Mary Molano discusses the mission of the Church, which is to disseminate the message of Jesus Christ into the world. At Stanford, that is akin to "setting the tree on fire". This is a follow-on to the Vatican-II symposia.

Vatican II: Catholicism meets modernity. Against Forgetting: memory, history & Vatican II

Mon, 01 Apr 2013 13:00:00 PDT

April 1, 2013 - The first lecture in the CCAS course RELS 64/REL 82, this session provides a historic context for the period before and during the Council. The speaker is Fr. Stephen Schloesser, SJ, from Loyola University, with introductory remarks by Prof. Paul Crowley, SJ, visiting professor of religious studies at Stanford and the course director.

Easter

Sun, 31 Mar 2013 13:00:00 PDT

March 31, 2013 - After the Resurrection, Jesus is seen by many of his disciples, including the two on the road from Jerusalem. He vanishes from their sight, but burns on in their hearts. Let this Easter renew Christ within us as well. Preacher: Father Nathan Castle, OP, Pastor and Director of the Catholic Community at Stanford.

The Easter Vigil

Sat, 30 Mar 2013 13:00:00 PDT

March 30, 2013 - Many people reported seeing beautiful butterflies during a catastrophic tornado in Joplin. Could those butterflies have been the Holy Spirit? We need to ponder and be open to the many faces of God, and that the resurrected Christ loves and watches over us every moment. Preacher, Father Nathan Castle, OP, Pastor and Director of the Catholic Community at Stanford.

Good Friday: The Commemoration of the Lord's Passion

Fri, 29 Mar 2013 13:00:00 PDT

March 29, 2013 - The unique feature of Catholocism is our believe in Jesus, who became human to help us rise from sin, and to show us how deeply were are loved by God. Each of us has God's full attention, as our Creator, as God the Son and as God the Holy Spirit. (The last minute of the sermon was not recorded due to technical failure.) Preacher, Fr. Nathan Castle, OP, Pastor and Director of the Catholic Community at Stanford.

Holy Thursday: Mass of the Lord's Supper

Thu, 28 Mar 2013 13:00:00 PDT

March 28, 2013 - Christianity is a faith filled with reversals. Jesus, the Son of Man, wore simple clothes and sought the company of the lowly and downtrodden. The death of God brings humanity to life through the cleansing act of humbly washing each other's feet. Preacher, Fr. Isaiah Mary Molano, OP, Parochial Vicar and Associate Director of the Catholic Community at Stanford.

Palm Sunday

Sun, 24 Mar 2013 13:00:00 PDT

March 23, 2013 - Today's podcast is the reading of the Passion of our Lord. It is narrated by Fr. Nathan Castle, OP, Paster and Director of the Catholic Community, Leo Kusber, and student Natasha Abadilla.

5th Sunday of Lent

Sun, 17 Mar 2013 13:00:00 PDT

March 17, 2013 - Have you heard about a Stanford duck syndome or a Facebook page, Stanford Confessions? Today's story of Jesus and a woman caught in adultery provides crucial lessons toward those existing phenomenon. Not only He forgives us, treats us with compassion, but also he teaches us to be a man and woman fully human and alive in Christ Jesus. Preacher, Reverend Mister John Kerrigan, Deacon of the Catholic Community

4th Sunday of Lent

Sun, 10 Mar 2013 13:00:00 PDT

March 10, 2013 - The parable of the prodigal son usually is highlighted as demonstrating the mercy of the Father and the introspection of the son in seeking reconciliation with his father for having sinned. Today, Fr. Isaiah instead ponders the older son, who asks, "where's the justice?". We, too, may suffer from bitterness, grudges, discrimination, but we are called to move beyond our past, forgive, and enter into God's banquet Preacher: Father Isaiah Mary Molano, OP, Parochial Vicar/Associate Director of the CCAS.

The Legacy and Unfinished Business of Vatican II: Personal Reflections - Part I

Sat, 09 Mar 2013 13:00:00 PDT

March 9, 2013 - Welcome to a special edition of Catholic Cardinal Reflections. On Saturday March 9th, the Catholic Community hosted a symposium entitled "The Legacy and Unfinished Business of Vatican II:Personal Reflections". Our first speaker is Reverend Mister Bill Detewig, PhD, Deacon of the Diocese of Monterey. Deacon Detewig will present "Historical and Contextual Setting of the Council" We hope you enjoy.

The Legacy and Unfinished Business of Vatican II: Personal Reflections - Part II

Sat, 09 Mar 2013 13:00:00 PDT

March 9, 2013 - Welcome to a special edition of Catholic Cardinal Reflections. On Saturday March 9th, the Catholic Community hosted a symposium o the Second Vatican Council. Our Second speaker is Most Reverend John Quinn, Emeritis of the Archdiocese of San Francisco. Introduced by Reverend Paul Crolwly, SJ, of Santa Clara Univeristy. His Excellency will present "Church Structure and Governance". We hope you enjoy.

The Legacy and Unfinished Business of Vatican II: Personal Reflections - Part III

Sat, 09 Mar 2013 13:00:00 PDT

March 9, 2013 - Welcome to a special edition of Catholic Cardinal Reflections. On Saturday March 9th, the Catholic Community hosted a symposium entitled "The Legacy and Unfinished Business of Vatican II: Personal Reflections". Our Third speaker is Thomas C Fox of the National Catholic Reporter. He will present "Role of the Laity Post-Council. We hope you enjoy.

3rd Sunday of Lent

Sun, 03 Mar 2013 13:00:00 PDT

March 3, 2013 - Moses asks a very important question of the burning bush: "Who are you?". God replies, "I am", the entity from which all good things come. The great I Am, the sustainer, nourisher, the source of living water, who desperately wants us to love him. We are called to be saints. Preacher, Fr. Isaiah Mary Molano, OP, Parochial Vicar/Associate Director of CCAS

2nd Sunday of Lent

Sun, 24 Feb 2013 13:00:00 PDT

February 24, 2013 - Transfiguration Have you ever experienced transfiguration in any moment of your life? Today's preachers, Fr. Nathan and a senior student Megan, talk about their life experiences on how God deeply touched their mind and got transfigured in a completely different way. Preacher, Fr. Nathan Castle, OP, Paster Director of the CCAS, and Megan O'Neil, a senior student at Stanford University.

1st Sunday of Lent

Sun, 17 Feb 2013 13:00:00 PDT

February 17, 2013 - Lent is the season not about "Me" but about "Me,too." From today's gospel, Jesus faced a lot of temptations for forty days, and so do we in our life; his humanity is fully linked to our life, saying "Me,too!" However, Jesus remained faith in his mission and his humanity shows us a model of transcending temptations, loving our neighbors, and practicing justice. These are what we are called to do during this Lent: "Me, too!" to our Lord, Jesus Christ and to our neighbor. Preacher, Rev. Mr John Kerrigan, Deacon of the CCAS

5th Sunday of Ordinary Time

Sun, 10 Feb 2013 13:00:00 PDT

February 10, 2013 - In today's readings and gospel, three people, Isaiah, Paul, and Simon, show the example of how each of them allows God to penetrate the deeper level of oneself and how they are led by God next.We are about to be invited into the season that prepares us for Easter. What we need to do for this preparation is to practice: letting God penetrate ourselvesover our weakness which blocks us from Him andresponding to Him by giving our talents back, so that we are fully alive and avaible to God.

4th Sunday of Ordinary Time

Sun, 03 Feb 2013 13:00:00 PDT

February 3, 2013 - Only by hanging out with someone can we begin to to begin to love them. It's through the loving relationship with God and His followers that we can come and love the truth that God has set before us. Loving God is one step, but allowing God to make you a better person is the next step. Therefore, let us be pliable enough to be corrected. Preacher, Fr. Isaiah Mary Molano, OP, Parochial Vicar/Associate Director of CCAS

3rd Sunday of Ordinary Time

Sun, 27 Jan 2013 13:00:00 PDT

January 27, 2013 - We're always future oriented, looking at tomorrow, at that goal. But, what if the future arrived yesterday? Today this Scripture passage is fulfilled in your hearing. Jesus came down from heaven to show us how to live life in its fullness, embedded with the deep sense of peace and joy. He showed us a life in which every day we embrace as a gift from the Father. Preacher, Fr. Isaiah Mary Molano, OP, Parochial Vicar/Associate Director of CCAS

2nd Sunday of Ordinary Time

Sun, 20 Jan 2013 13:00:00 PDT

January 20, 2013 - Do you know what you have recieved? Do you know why you follow Jesus? Come and recieve the light and joy of Jesus Christ--and the breadth and richness of our faith. Preacher, Reverend Mister John Kerrigan, Deacon of the Catholic Community

Baptism of our Lord

Sun, 13 Jan 2013 13:00:00 PDT

January 13, 2013 - John's followers had great expectations of him, expecting him to be the Christ. But John said he, too, was waiting for something greater to come. Baptism was Jesus' way to imprint himself into our very existence, into the people of God. We should expect that He hears and He answers our prayers, but God knows how to bring us into the fullness of life so much better than we, in his own way and his own time. Preacher, Fr. Isaiah Mary Molano, OP, Parochial Vicar/Associate Director of CCAS

Solemnity of the Epiphany

Sun, 06 Jan 2013 13:00:00 PDT

January 6, 2013 - The Magi were scholars of mathematics, and like most of the Stanford community, were seekers of knowledge. Characteristic of such learned persons is that they know much, but also know that there is much more that they don't know. We should use our finite mind to always seek to know our infinite God and his plan for us. Preacher, Father Nathan Castle, OP, Paster and Director of the CCAS.

Christmas Vigil Mass

Tue, 25 Dec 2012 13:00:00 PDT

December 25, 2012 - Christmas is often a time for many celebrations with family and friends. But the biggest and most important part of the Christmas celebration happens inside us. It is God's Son wanting to dwell within us and love us. Take a quiet moment to reflect on the enormity of God's love inside us, and how that directs us to live. Preacher, Fr. Nathan Castle, OP, Paster Director of the Catholic Community.

Christmas Mass during the Day - A Harry Potter Christmas

Tue, 25 Dec 2012 13:00:00 PDT

December 25, 2012 - Are we as zealous for the Word of God as some in our culture are for Harry Potter? Can we fall in love with the Holy Child? Fr Isaiah Mary Molano, OP, preacher

4th Sunday of Advent

Sun, 23 Dec 2012 13:00:00 PDT

December 23, 2012 - When Mary visited Elizabeth and the baby lept in Elizabeth's womb, we are reminded of Mary's complete submission to the Lord: I am your servant, God. That is wise council for us: "Dear God, what can I do for you, today? How can I best demonstrate your grace to others?" Preacher,Fr. Nathan Castle, OP, Pastor Director of the Catholic Community at Stanford.

3rd Sunday of Advent: What shall we do?

Sun, 16 Dec 2012 13:00:00 PDT

December 16, 2012 - What shall we do? In this chaotic world, be willing to enter into the chaos of another to find joy and hope. Let mercy be the home of your joy by following Jesus. Preacher, Rev. Mr. John Kerrigan, Deacon of CCAS.

2nd Sunday of Advent - Early Holiday Liturgy

Sat, 08 Dec 2012 13:00:00 PDT

December 8, 2012 - This Mass is the CCAS' traditional holiday celebration with choir, strings, brass, drumsand organto announce the coming of our Lord. Father Nathan reminds us that the early part of the Gospel of Luke is highly musical, with the song of Zachariah, the canticle of Mary and that of Simeon, who met the baby Jesus in the temple. Make way for Jesus in your heart; he IS the way. Preacher, Fr. Nathan Castle, OP, Paster and Director of the CCAS.

1st Sunday of Advent

Sun, 02 Dec 2012 13:00:00 PDT

December 2, 2012 - The Advent season is all about hope, a virtue that allows us to persevere, to look towards God and the coming of his Son. We trust in God as the giver of all good things. Fr. Isaiah Mary Molano, OP, Parochial Vicar/Associate Director of CCAS, Preacher.

Solemnity of Christ the King

Sun, 25 Nov 2012 13:00:00 PDT

November 25, 2012 - Christ is the King of a kingdom made of love, where virtue reigns over gold, where competition means drawing out the excellence in our neighbors, where love of God and of our brothers is King. It is our task to integrate these teachings of Jesus into every minute of every day, no matter where we are- desk, mall, home. Preacher,Fr. Isaiah Mary Molano, OP, Parochial Vicar/Associate Director of CCAS.

33rd Sunday in ordinary time

Sun, 18 Nov 2012 13:00:00 PDT

November 18, 2012 - Mark's words about the end of the world were not intended to be frightening; rather to comfort the people of his day. We are meant to witness to God every day, not to wait for the end. The question is, what have we done today to save the world? Preacher, Nancy Greenfield, Chaplain of the CCAS. Due to equipment failure, the end of the sermon was lost.

32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time: "Giving yourself"

Sun, 11 Nov 2012 13:00:00 PDT

November 11, 2012 - The woman gave Elija food from her meager supply, and was rewarded with much more than she gave. The woman in the temple gave all her money to the treasury. So we are reminded that when we give ourself and our treasure to others, we are rewarded manyfold. This is another way of loving God. Preacher, Fr. Nathan Castle, OP, Paster/Director of CCAS.

31st Sunday of Ordinary Time

Sun, 04 Nov 2012 13:00:00 PDT

November 4, 2012 - The greatest commandment is to love God and others. Why is it so hard to follow? We learn to love by practice, and when we do we ar not far from the kingdom of God. Preacher, Rev. Mr. John Kerrigan, Deacon of the CCAS.

30th Sunday of Ordinary Time

Sun, 28 Oct 2012 13:00:00 PDT

October 28, 2012 - The rich man was sad because he had many possessions and was unable to follow Jesus without disposing of them. Sometimes our material possessions choke our faith. We are called to good stewardship and give to our church and others through our heart. Sermon by Fr. Nathan Castle, OP, Paster Director of CCAS; Stewardship report by Dave Mount, Chair of Finance Council, CCAS.

29th Sunday of Ordinary Time: "God is wild about you!"

Sun, 21 Oct 2012 13:00:00 PDT

October 21, 2012 - Do you know you are loved by God, that he is in you, and he wants you to flourish, like the seed that fell on good soil? There is the sense of urgency, as the liturgy winds toward events to happen where Jesus gives his life for us. Preacher,Fr. Nathan Castle, OP, Paster and Director of the CCAS.

28th Sunday of Ordinary time - Mass of the Holy Spirit

Sun, 14 Oct 2012 13:00:00 PDT

October 14, 2012 - Jesus said, "If you wish to be holy, you must follow me. But first you must sell all your possessions and give to the poor, for then you will have treasure in heaven." Let us focus on the important parts of life, and follow Christ. Preacher, Fr. Nathan Castle, OP, Paster/Director of the CCAS.

27th Sunday in Ordinary Time - Rosary Sunday

Sun, 07 Oct 2012 13:00:00 PDT

October 7, 2012 - In earlier times, people meditated 15 mysteries of Rosary upon the life of Jesus in their own work place applying them into their own life. As today, may we live the mysteries throughout our lives ever proclaiming the greatness of our God. Fr. Isaiah Mary Molano, OP, Parochial Vicar/Associate Director of CCAS, Preacher

26th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Sun, 30 Sep 2012 13:00:00 PDT

September 30, 2012 - We must strike a balance between faithfulness to Catholic tradition and being attentive to the spirit of God working in each of us. This occurs through constant prayer and education. Fortunately the CCAS has many educational opportunities, including the Tuesday night Newman Series. Preacher, Reverend Mr. John Kerrigan, Deacon of the CCAS.

25th Sunday in Ordinary Time: "To be first you must serve all"

Sun, 23 Sep 2012 13:00:00 PDT

September 23, 2012 - The disciples wondered which of them was greatest. Competition amongst each other is good, yet Jesus asks us to be servants to all, especially the least one of us. Preacher: Fr. Natan Castle, OP, Pastor/Director of the Catholic Community at Stanford.

24th Ordinary Time - "To be a Christ to each other"

Sun, 16 Sep 2012 13:00:00 PDT

September 16, 2012 - In today's gospel, Jesus asks to his disciples, "Who do you say that I am?" and Peter replies, "You are the Christ." As Jesus anticipated his destiny putting to death for the sake of us, we, as his disciples, can be a Jesus Christ to each other not only by our faith but also by our deeds, sharing the cross that each of us faces in our life journey. Teresa Pleins, Chaplain of the Catholic Community, Preacher

23rd Ordinary Time -"Ephphatha! Be opened!”

Sun, 09 Sep 2012 13:00:00 PDT

September 9, 2012 - "Ephphatha!" - that is, "Be opened!"-- Jesus entered the small moments of silence in order to heal us, so that we can proclaim the love of God more faithfully and compellingly. This gives us questions whether we are brave enough to go into the quiet moment for the Christian action, whether we are open to listen to the God, and whether we are dare to enter the new life after we are healed. Fr. Isaiah Mary Molano, OP, Parochial Vicar/Associate Director of CCAS, Preacher

22nd Ordinary Time - True religion is to open our hearts putting aside the following of the law.

Sun, 02 Sep 2012 13:00:00 PDT

September 2, 2012 - Jesus said "This people honors me with their lips, but their hearts are far from me." In order to be truly religious, we need to open our hearts to our neighbors and to our God rather than being obsessed onfollowing of the letter of the law. Fr. Natahn Castle, OP, Pastor Director, Preacher

21st Sunday of Ordinary Time- The gauntlet has been thrown

Sun, 26 Aug 2012 13:00:00 PDT

August 26, 2012 - Jesus said repeatedly "You must eat my flesh and drink my blood to have eternal life." To accept this gauntlet requires us to do hard things, things we cannot always understand. If you pray and seek guidance, you will become enlightened. Fr. Isaiah Mary Molano, OP, Parochial Vicar Associate Director, Preacher

20th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Sun, 19 Aug 2012 13:00:00 PDT

August 19, 2012 - There is a hunger that lies within each of us that we feel may be restlessness, uneasiness. Allow ourselves to feel that restlessness. Allow ourselves to feel that restlessness. Let us allow Him to awaken in us all the longings and yearnings in you and me, For in the midst of them, we will discover our heart’s desire. Reverend Mister John Kerrigan, Deacon of the Catholic Community, Preacher.

19th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Sun, 12 Aug 2012 13:00:00 PDT

August 12, 2012 - Some do not believe they can have a personal relationship with God, nor that the Eucharist is the true Body and Blood of Jesus Christ. However, by receiving Jesus into our body we unite with God in a personal way that gives us grace, comfort and forgiveness. Fr. Isaiah Mary Molano, OP, Parochial Vicar/Associate Director of CCAS, Preacher

18th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Sun, 05 Aug 2012 13:00:00 PDT

August 5, 2012 - God says "I am with you always". God is love. Look for Him in the gentleness of the breeze, in your neighbor's face and in your own reflection in the mirror. Fr. LaSalle Hallissey, OP, Preacher.

17th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Sun, 29 Jul 2012 13:00:00 PDT

July 29, 2012 - Miracles result from generosity. We can transform the world by practicing generosity every day. Fr. Brendan McGuire, Preacher.

16th Sunday of Ordinary Time

Sun, 22 Jul 2012 13:00:00 PDT

July 22, 2012 - Christ reunites disparate people through dialogue and charity. Reverend John Kerrigan, Deacon of CCAS, Preacher.

13th Sunday in Ordinary Time - Gravitating Towards the Spirit

Sun, 01 Jul 2012 13:00:00 PDT

July 1, 2012 - We must be open to the gravity of the Spirit. Fr. Brendan McGuire, Preacher.

Solemnity of the Nativity of Saint John the Baptist - Your Singular Purpose

Sun, 24 Jun 2012 13:00:00 PDT

June 24, 2012 - St. John the Baptist knew who and what he was. He knew his singular purpose in life. May we find ours! Fr. Isaiah Mary Molano OP, Preacher.

11th Sunday of Ordinary Time - Graduation Sunday "Live for the Future"

Sat, 16 Jun 2012 13:00:00 PDT

June 16, 2012 - "Live for the future," Leland, Jr., told his father. We thank you for allowing us in your children's lives for these few years. But students, do come back and tell us how you have changed the world.Fr. Nathan Castle, OP, Preacher.

Corpus Christi Sunday - Talking to a Fish About Water

Sun, 10 Jun 2012 13:00:00 PDT

June 10, 2012 - The Body of Christ, the People of God. Fr. Nathan Castle, OP, Preacher.

Trinity Sunday - The Whole of Christian Doctrine

Sun, 03 Jun 2012 13:00:00 PDT

June 3, 2012 - Though the mystery of the Most Holy Trinity is ultimately unsolveable, this does not mean that we should place it aside. Rather, the Mystery of the 3-in-1 propsels us how to live in the Trinity in the here and now. Rev. Mr. John Kerrigan, Preacher.

Pentecost Sunday

Sun, 27 May 2012 13:00:00 PDT

May 27, 2012 - The Pentecost is an event that takes place today and everyday. How is the Holy Spirit alive in your heart right now? Chaplain Teresa Pleins, Preacher.

Ascension Sunday - It's your baby, baby

Sun, 20 May 2012 13:00:00 PDT

May 20, 2012 Dcn John Kerrigan, preacher - The Solemnity of the Ascension teaches us that the mandate to spread the Good News is now ours to manifest.

5th Sunday of Easter - Vines and Branches

Sun, 06 May 2012 13:00:00 PDT

April 6. 2012 - The Dominican Sisters of Mission San Jose are a fruitful branch in St Dominic's family.

4th Sunday of Easter - Mass of Confirmation

Sun, 29 Apr 2012 13:00:00 PDT

April 29, 2012 - His Excellency, Thomas Daly, Auxiliary Bishop of San Jose, preaches the Mass of Confirmation in Memorial Church.

3rd Sunday of Easter - I am becoming

Sun, 22 Apr 2012 13:00:00 PDT

April 22, 2012 - Temporary or permanent? The ressurection changes us...but how?

2nd Sunday of Easter (Divine Mercy Sunday) Peace Be With You

Sun, 15 Apr 2012 13:00:00 PDT

April 15, 2012 - The Resurrected Lord's first words to us are, "Peace be with you". What is peace? How is the Doubting Thomas in instrument of peace?

Easter Sunday - Mass During the Day

Sun, 08 Apr 2012 13:00:00 PDT

April 8, 2012 - Why are we here? Why do we come to Mass on Easter Sunday?

Easter Vigil 2012

Sat, 07 Apr 2012 13:00:00 PDT

April 7, 2012 - Father Nathan offers a meditation on Jesus' Ressurection according to the Gospel of Mark. Happy Easter!

Easter Vigil 2012

Sat, 07 Apr 2012 13:00:00 PDT

April 7, 2012 - Father Nathan offers a meditation on Jesus' Ressurection according to the Gospel of Mark. Happy Easter!

Holy Thursday - Mass of the Lord's Supper

Thu, 05 Apr 2012 13:00:00 PDT

April 5, 2012 - Of many things we commemorate on this Mass of the Lord's Supper, one is the generosity of our God.

Passion Sunday - Reading of the Passion of the Lord Jesus

Sun, 01 Apr 2012 13:00:00 PDT

April 1, 2012 - A dramatic reading of the Passion of the Lord Jesus according to the Gospel of Mark.

4th Sunday of Lent - We are not blind, are we?

Sun, 18 Mar 2012 13:00:00 PDT

March 18, 2012 - The man born blind was recreated as Adam was created in the Genesis account. The man saw this and believed. In fact, he sees better than those who were born able to see. What are we blind to? Are we so entrenched in what we think as true that we cannot see the unknowable God in a different way?

3rd Sunday of Lent - In Our Midst

Sun, 11 Mar 2012 13:00:00 PDT

March 11, 2012 - Is God in our midst or not? ask the Israelites. The Woman at the well asked that same question too...but got a different result.

2nd Sunday of Lent - Needing a Savior

Sun, 04 Mar 2012 13:00:00 PDT

March 4, 2012 - Today's are dramatic yet terrible readings. Religion, in fact, would be much safer if we can form God as we would like. But we need God, not a kitchen waiter.

1st Sunday of Lent - The Loneliest Church in the World

Sun, 26 Feb 2012 13:00:00 PDT

February 25, 2012 - You are beloved. Lent is a blessed time in which are are invited to fall in love with God once again. Are you willing to fall in love with God and His Church?

Ash Wednesday - Let us Contemplate Lent

Thu, 23 Feb 2012 13:00:00 PDT

February 22, 2012 - Let us not rush on towards Easter, but rather, let us contemplate the lessons of Lent.

7th Sunday of Ordinary Time - What if?

Sun, 19 Feb 2012 13:00:00 PDT

February 19, 2012 - We have been reading a lot of healing stories? Are these myths and fairytales...or did they really happen?

6th Sunday of Ordinary Time -Cleansed & Healed

Sun, 12 Feb 2012 13:00:00 PDT

February 12, 2012 - This weekend, we are having the Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick offered at our Masses; Fr Nathan challenges us to allow Jesus to heal all of our infirmities.

5th Sunday of Ordinary Time - The Lord Heals the Brokenhearted

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 13:00:00 PDT

February 5, 2012 - Job, a suffering man, is an example of a man who had God and money. Brother Emmanuel looks back at his undergraduate life, and the many care-isms he found. Each person, by the power of baptism, has care-isms. We really want to bring Christ to those in need - his loving and his presence. The application of our care-isms and Christ's healing will make our jobs so much more powerful and enjoyable. Preach Jesus, not about Jesus.

4th Sunday of Ordinary Time - A Prophet Has Arisen in Our Midst

Sun, 29 Jan 2012 13:00:00 PDT

January 29, 2012 - A prophet has arisen in our midst! A prophet is not a person that predicts the future, but rather, a person that enfleshes the word of God in today's time place. How are we prophets of our God?

3rd Sunday of Ordinary Time - Jonah & the Whale

Sun, 22 Jan 2012 13:00:00 PDT

January 22, 2012 - Though many say that the Book of the Prophet Jonah may be a satirical work, the life he lives teaches us that we ought to do away with our spiritual arrogance.

2nd Sunday of Ordinary Time - Youngest I've Ever Been

Sun, 15 Jan 2012 13:00:00 PDT

January 15, 2012 - Today is the oldest I've ever been. Or the youngest. God is always teaching us, reminding us that we are his children. What will he teach you today? Listen in and perhaps you'll find out!

Epiphany Sunday - Christmas/Epiphany

Sun, 08 Jan 2012 13:00:00 PDT

January 8, 2012 - Christmas celebrates God becoming man. Epiphany celebrates Man's response to God.

Christmas Midnight Mass, 2011 - What do you want for Christmas?

Sun, 25 Dec 2011 13:00:00 PDT

December 25, 2011 - God is eternally young, always wanting to open presents and be generous. Are you as generous in your heart? What would you like for Christmas? What would you like to be?

Christmas Mass during the day, 2011 - An Ode to Saint Leo the Great

Sun, 25 Dec 2011 13:00:00 PDT

December 25, 2011 - What is so special about today? Today is the day that we are reminded of our dignity as a child of the living God!

4th Sunday of Advent - God's Next Project in Your Life

Sun, 18 Dec 2011 13:00:00 PDT

18th December 2011 - God wants our involvement in His creative projects for our lives, no matter our age or past achievements. Are we too set on our own ideas or can we give God the freedom of our consent as Mary did, to begin anew or a new thing, no matter our stage in life?

3rd Sunday of Advent - Anointed

Sat, 10 Dec 2011 13:00:00 PDT

December 10, 2011 - John the Baptist spent his life pointing to the coming of the Messiah. The Lord has anointed us to point the way to the Messiah as well!

2nd Sunday of Advent - Contradiction

Sun, 04 Dec 2011 13:00:00 PDT

December 4, 2011 - There are many contradictions in Catholicism. One is how to prepare ourselves for someone that is already here.

1st Sunday of Advent - Deciding with the Spirit

Sun, 27 Nov 2011 13:00:00 PDT

November 27, 2011 - Our first reading from the Prophet Isaiah reminds us that we too are oftentimes of two minds when dealing with God. Yet the gifts of the Holy Spirit uide up to a deeper relationship with God.

Christ the King Sunday

Sun, 20 Nov 2011 13:00:00 PDT

November 20, 2011 - Jesus Christ, the King of the Universe, reigned by service and love. We are called to serve and love, not only on days of abundace, but on days of destitution as well.

33rd Sunday of Ordinary Time - Taking a Risk

Sun, 13 Nov 2011 13:00:00 PDT

November 13, 2011 - We have been given many things through the Gospel. As God has been faithful to us, so ought we. It is time to take a risk and develop our relationship with God.

32nd Sunday of Ordinary Time - The End

Sun, 06 Nov 2011 13:00:00 PDT

November 6, 2011 - The phrase "The End" has two meanings: (1) the actual end of a thing and (2) the purpose of a thing. Live the end of your life with a purpose, so when you complete you life, you can look back on your life with God's purpose in mind.

31st Sunday of Ordinary Time - Taking Advantage

Mon, 31 Oct 2011 13:00:00 PDT

October 30, 2011 - We are privileged in this world, whether we live in Stanford or simply in the United States. Fr Isaiah Mary asks whether we are using our privilege towards the good.

30th Sunday of Ordinary Time - Love One Another

Sun, 23 Oct 2011 13:00:00 PDT

October 23, 2011 - Catherine Wolff, who has recently returned from her trip to Eastern Africa with Catholic Relief Services, shares her experiences with the Catholic Community at Stanford.

29th Sunday of Ordinary Time - Labor of Love

Sun, 16 Oct 2011 13:00:00 PDT

October 16, 2011 - Fr. Michael Fones speaks of the work of faith - the work of relationships - by spending time in conversation with God and through scripture. We need to act upon the guidance from the Holy Spirit is the "work of faith". His story about Michael Cordua reveals the labor of love: love for his employees, his "extended family", in ensuring they also are cared for. In return, the workers paid him through their work in his restaurants.

28th Sunday of Ordinary Time - The Feast for All

Sun, 09 Oct 2011 13:00:00 PDT

Father Nathan asks: What is it that's really important that you're too busy to do? Are you just showing up? The best feasts are those that everybody helped create, contributing a part of something. -

27th Sunday of Ordinary Time - Fraught with Excellence

Sun, 02 Oct 2011 13:00:00 PDT

Oct 2, 2011 - Stanford University has produced men and women who have changed the world, excellent in their fields. According to our preacher, the 3rd Edition of the Roman Missal is an excellent way to pray to God. May we pray for excellently to God in all that we do.

26th Sunday of Ordinary Time - I am with you

Sun, 25 Sep 2011 13:00:00 PDT

Sept 25, 2011 - Seeing the context of today's Gospel, Father Nathan reminds us of Jesus' promise to be with us till the end.

25th Sunday of Ordinary Time - The Generosity of God

Sun, 18 Sep 2011 13:00:00 PDT

September 18, 2011 - The generosity of God is mysterious. But is ours?

24th Sunday in Ordinary Time - Forgiveness and Violence in Scripture

Mon, 12 Sep 2011 13:00:00 PDT

11 September 2011 - In the light of the 9/11 tragedy, Fr. Nathan reflects on the cost of the call to forgiveness and Jesus's own words and example. We are invited to prayerful and consciously reflect on interpretations of violence from sacred scripture.

22nd Sunday of Ordinary Time - Who's leading who?

Sun, 28 Aug 2011 13:00:00 PDT

August 28, 2011 - Jesus tells Peter, "Get behind me, Satan!" As in, get in line. Who is leading who in our life with God?

21st Sunday of Ordinary Time - Who do you say that I am?

Sun, 21 Aug 2011 13:00:00 PDT

August 21, 2011 - Who do you say that I am? What do you do because I am who you say that I am?

20th Sunday of Ordinary Time - Our Father's Desire

Sun, 14 Aug 2011 13:00:00 PDT

August 14, 2011 - Our Father's greatest desire is to bring the human family into the family of God. How are we frustrating this beautiful dream?

19th Sunday of Ordinary Time - Our Holy Father Dominic: Man of Faith

Mon, 08 Aug 2011 13:00:00 PDT

August 7, 2011 - Saint Dominic, the Patron of Order of Preachers and the Catholic Community at Stanford, was a man of steadfastness to the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

18th Sunday of Ordinary Time - The Empowerment of Companionship

Mon, 01 Aug 2011 13:00:00 PDT

07/31/11 - Beginning with need is beginning with what you lack. Yet, when we see what we have and what others have is when we take the first step to being aware of our spiritual resourses. As in the Eucharist, where He takes, He blesses, He breaks, and He gives, we also should in our daily lives become aware, give thanks, and share. In the kingdom of God, no one receives and hold. Everyone receives, and gives.

17th Sunday in Ordinary Time - The cost of spiritual experiences, the pearl of great value

Sun, 24 Jul 2011 13:00:00 PDT

24th July 2011 - All of us desire spiritual experiences. However spiritual experiences have after effects and change us. Spiritual experiences cost us much. Do we dare sell our possession to buy this pearl of great price?

16th Sunday of Ordinary Time - Separating the Wheat from the Weeds

Mon, 18 Jul 2011 13:00:00 PDT

17th July 2011 - Fr. Nathan shares some seeds for meditation on the parable where an enemy has mixed weeds with recently planted wheat seeds. Do we understand why God, the landowner, chooses to allow both wheat and weeds to grow together? Are we like the servants, eager to avoid blame and keen on pushing our reasonable and logical solutions, disregarding the will and wisdom of the landowner?

15th Sunday of Ordinary Time - Are You Listening?

Wed, 13 Jul 2011 13:00:00 PDT

July 11, 2011 - Jesus told the parable of the sower. "Anyone who hears the word and heeds it will bear fruit in abundance." Do you really listen, or think you are? Ask the sower, the lover, to speak in you, because you do have ears.

14th Sunday in Ordinary Time - The Simple Approach

Mon, 04 Jul 2011 13:00:00 PDT

3rd July 2011 - Fr. Nathan discusses how we tend to approach God with a natural fear and awe at God's greatness and power, looking for God in the distant heavens. We are reminded that although such reverence is proper to God's Infinite Glory, it is also God's preference that we seek God in simplicity and in the easy and lowly things.

Corpus Christi Sunday - Of Moving Tabernacles

Sun, 26 Jun 2011 13:00:00 PDT

June 26, 2011 - We may describe the Eucharist as many things. Today, let us focus on the fact that the Eucharist is Apostolic.

Pentecost Sunday - The Best and the Brightest

Sat, 11 Jun 2011 13:00:00 PDT

June 11, 2011 - Pentecost Sunday, Class of 2011 Graduation Homily, "Peace be with you."

7th Sunday of Easter (Feast of the Ascension) - The Holy Spirit and Being Off-Balance

Mon, 06 Jun 2011 13:00:00 PDT

June 5, 2011 - Fr. Nathan reflects on the apostles' response to the Ascension. Like the apostles, are we too self-centered in our contemplation of the divine but forgetting our call and mission to preach the good news? Do we allow the Holy Spirit freedom to lead us, even if it throws us off-balance?

6th Sunday of Easter - God Still Reigns

Sun, 29 May 2011 13:00:00 PDT

May 29, 2011 - Throughout the difficulties of life, God is still in control

5th Sunday of Easter "The Next Big Thing"

Sun, 22 May 2011 13:00:00 PDT

May 22, 2011 - We already have been set apart, chosen by God, already the next big thing. Our destiny is to be the personification of joy and peace in this world. Brother Kevin Andrew talks about his call into the Dominican life.

4th Sunday of Easter

Sun, 15 May 2011 13:00:00 PDT

May 15, 2011 - Jesus is the Gate. We too are destined, by our baptism, to be open as gates, to allow God's graces into our hearts.

3rd Sunday of Easter

Sun, 08 May 2011 13:00:00 PDT

May 08, 2011 - The story of Emmaus asks to ponder who we are journeying with. Are we willing to allow people into our journey, into our struggles of faith, into our lives?

Mass of Confirmation

Sun, 01 May 2011 13:00:00 PDT

May 1, 2011 - The Most Reverend Patrick J. McGrath, Bishop of the Diocese of San Jose, addresses the confirmandi class of 2011 at their Confirmation Mass.

Easter Vigil

Sun, 24 Apr 2011 13:00:00 PDT

April 23, 2011 - Father Nathan's homily during the Easter Vigil. Please be forewarned that we had experienced a minor technical difficulty when recording this particular part of the vigil, so we ask you to be patient.

Good Friday Liturgy

Fri, 22 Apr 2011 13:00:00 PDT

April 22, 2011 - Father Isaiah's Good Friday Homily at the Celebration of the Lord's Passion.

Mass of the Lord's Supper

Thu, 21 Apr 2011 13:00:00 PDT

April 21, 2011 - Father Nathan's homily for the Mass of the Lord's Supper, Holy Thursday, 2011.

Palm Sunday

Sun, 17 Apr 2011 13:00:00 PDT

April 17, 2011 - A presentation of the Gospel according to Saint Matthew.

Come out!

Mon, 11 Apr 2011 13:00:00 PDT

April 10, 2011 - The Lazarus story is the turning point in John's Gospel. It's where Jesus calls out his beloved friend to livefull life of the Gospel. Are we willing to live this same life? Are we willing to live the Gospel?

Unlikely Graces

Sun, 03 Apr 2011 13:00:00 PDT

April 3, 2011 - The Man Born Blind underwent a transformation when he was healed. How about us? How will be be transformed when we are healed by the grace of God?

The Clouds That Surround Us

Sun, 13 Mar 2011 13:00:00 PDT

March 13, 2011 - Giving into sin clouds our judgment and our view of the world, the Church and God. May we pierce the clouds of darkness in this holy season

Heart of Hearts

Wed, 09 Mar 2011 13:00:00 PDT

March 9, 2011 - As we begin Lent, let us rest, be still, and allow God into the darkest, deepest recesses of our hearts.

Fire & Ash

Wed, 09 Mar 2011 13:00:00 PDT

March 9, 2011 - The Sacraments are transformative. The Sacraments of Eucharist and Reconciliation, at every participation, brings us closer to Christ. As we begin Lent anew, let us take advantage of such wonderful gifts!

I Want You to Know Me

Sun, 06 Mar 2011 13:00:00 PDT

February 6, 2011 - Lent is soon upon us. In order to prepare, Father Nathan offers some suggestions to allow ourselves to know God more profoundly.

This one's for you, Jimmy....

Mon, 28 Feb 2011 13:00:00 PDT

February 27, 2011 - We have high expectations of ourselves. However, oftentimes, these expectations make us feel or believe that we are Atlas. But we aren't Atlas, we're children of a Heavenly Father, one that will provide for us whenever we call upon him. In addition to Fr. Isaiah's homily, we will hear from Mr. Tom Zanzig from Zanzig and Associates. He will speak to us about our Center for Spiritual and Religious Formation, as well as a possible Lenten practice that will aid and deepen our Christian Spirituality.

Saint Bob

Mon, 21 Feb 2011 13:00:00 PDT

February 20, 2011 - Love your enemies! Have you ever wanted to give up on someone? Ever have a person in your life that just didn't like for some reason? Father Nathan testifies that you truly can love an enemy, and you and your enemy together, come to Christ.

Freedom for Excellence

Sun, 13 Feb 2011 13:00:00 PDT

February 13, 2011 - Freedom is not merely choosing between X or Y, but rather, chosing what is more excellent for me. May we chose Jesus Christ, who is Excellence Personified.

Whitewater Rafting with the Lord

Sun, 06 Feb 2011 13:00:00 PDT

February 6, 2011 - Ever been whitewater rafting? When a person agrees to follow Jesus Christ, it is very much like rafting on the river. We are all poor in spirit. Yet, when we work with the Lord, it will be a wild ride...sort of like whitewater rafting.

...as God sees you.

Sun, 30 Jan 2011 13:00:00 PDT

January 30, 2011 - Saint Thomas Aquinas defines humility as a person seeing God as God sees him or her. Let us put aside our false notion of humility, and be poor in spirit.

Asking for More

Sun, 16 Jan 2011 13:00:00 PDT

January 16, 2011 - Father Nathan offers a reflection on the weekend's readings, especially in light of the tragedy in Tucson, Arizona.

Encounter

Sun, 09 Jan 2011 13:00:00 PDT

January 9, 2011 - When John the Baptist baptized his cousin, his entire life transformed. What about us? How have our lives ben transformed by encountering Jesus Christ?

And the Word Became Flesh

Sat, 25 Dec 2010 13:00:00 PDT

December 25, 2010 - And the Word became Flesh and dwelt among us.Its easy for us to marginalize our spiritual lives at times.But Jesus Christ, born today, held the full human experience.Essentially everything we experience Jesus had experienced, only more profoundly.May we Christify our lives and allow Christ to be born in all that we do.

The Giver of All Good Gifts

Sat, 25 Dec 2010 13:00:00 PDT

December 25, 2010 - God is the Giver of All Good Gifts. He lavishes us with his gifts, especially the 7 gifts of the Holy Spirit. What are you hungry to receive this Christmas?

Doing the Right Thing

Sun, 19 Dec 2010 13:00:00 PDT

December 19, 2010 - We are always trying to do the right thing.But doing what we think is right is not always necessarily the will the God the Father.

Broken Vessels

Sun, 12 Dec 2010 13:00:00 PDT

December 12, 2010 - Are you the one we're waiting for, or ought we wait for another? Jesus encourages the followers of John the Baptist to tell John what they see--including the dead being raised. Fr. Nathan shares a story about a dear friend who died in September, and, in particular, some crystal wine glasses they shared. The Advent wreath reminds us that we can offerthe light of Christ's birth to those who are in the dark or are broken.

The Fear of the Lord

Sun, 05 Dec 2010 13:00:00 PDT

December 4, 2010 - The phrase fear of the Lord is mysterious.However, if we fear the Lord insofar that we fear disappointing our heavenly Father, we find that acting like a child of God in a completely different light.

Putting God's Dream Into Words

Sun, 28 Nov 2010 13:00:00 PDT

November 28, 2010 - The Prophet Isaiah tries to put God's dream into words. For generations, humanity has beeen trying to reach up towards God, setting up altars and holy places on high mountains. Yet we celebrate that God has come down to us. The Sacrament of Reconciliation is a good example of this, when God comes down to us to have an intimate relationship with us. And we know what impact that can cause. Now imagine the impact we may have on others--people we may not even know--by rejoicing in our relationship wtihGod.

Thanksgiving Day

Thu, 25 Nov 2010 13:00:00 PDT

November 25, 2010 - Welcome to a special edition of Catholic Cardinal Reflections! What does Thanksgiving do? Thanksgiving seems to remind us about the goodness of all that God has given us. Yes, our world sometimes seems to be a dark and dreay place, but we still have our faith, the goodness of friends, family and good food. Let us celebrate!

Thy Kingdom Come

Sun, 21 Nov 2010 13:00:00 PDT

November 21, 2010 - On this Christ the King Sunday, we are challenged to learn what kind of power Jesus Christ possesses. Jesus Christ shows us with his power a new way of being, not one of domination.

Courage, Take Courage

Sun, 07 Nov 2010 13:00:00 PDT

November 77, 2010 - The seven brothers and their mother are an excellent example of what it means to live and die for your faith.St John Chrysostom is a wonderful example of this, consistently advocating for the poor of Constantinople in the face of the Empress of Byzantium.May we always choose the right, seeking the glory and honor of our Father in heaven.

Divine Mercy

Sun, 31 Oct 2010 13:00:00 PDT

October 30, 2010 - It is quite easy to let a person disappear by labling him or her tax collector or illegal immigrant or terrorist. Yet each one of us is a child of God. It is difficult to write each other off when we know each other's name and heart.

Proclaim the Word!

Mon, 18 Oct 2010 13:00:00 PDT

October 17, 2010 - In his letter to Timothy, Saint Paul is eager to tell him to proclaim the word. Interestingly, Paul does not tell him how to proclaim the word, but rather, to proclaim it. Each one of us are called to proclaim the word of God in our own way, using all the gifts, charisms and talents that God has given us.

Saying Thank You

Sun, 10 Oct 2010 13:00:00 PDT

October 10. 2010 - Namaan, the great General from the Syrian Army, and the Samaritan Leper had the graciousness to say thank you to God for their healing. Though outsiders, they did what no other 'insider' would do. According to Saint Thomas Aquinas, the Eucharist is the medicine for the soul. Are we thankful enough for this wonderful gift?

Acting on love

Sun, 03 Oct 2010 13:00:00 PDT

October 3, 2010 - The Gospel passage regarding the mustard seed asks to become apostles, not merely disciples. Being an apostle is allowing the love that Jesus has for you to set ablaze every part of your life, to the point that you are being Christ to the world because, simply, that is what a servant is meant to do.

Lazarus, on our doorstep

Sun, 26 Sep 2010 13:00:00 PDT

September 26, 2010 - Relationships take time to develop. Lazarus and the rich man had a relationship, but one constituted of apathy. How many people do we know by name, but instead of treating them as a human being, ignore them as the rich man did Lazarus?

Things are Temporary, People are Permanent

Sun, 19 Sep 2010 13:00:00 PDT

September 19. 2010 - The Prophet Amos and Jesus challenge us to prioritize our lives. What is important to you? Our material things or our relationships? How can we allow God give us a network of love of which God is in the center?

Families are messy....

Sun, 12 Sep 2010 13:00:00 PDT

September 12, 2010 - Families are messy things. Yet mysteriously and profoundly, families are are road to love God and one another. May we be a true brother, sister, father or mother to all, and bring them to Christ.

Friend, come higher

Sun, 29 Aug 2010 13:00:00 PDT

August 29, 2010 - Jesus asks us, What does it mean to bea friend? Are friends people that you can get something out of? Or are they people your genuinely love? Jesus gets nothing from our friendship but our love, yet calls his friends anyway. May we be faithful to this friendship, so when we see him face-to-face, he will say to us, 'Friend, come up higher.

Assumption of Mary, Mother of God

Sun, 15 Aug 2010 13:00:00 PDT

August 15, 2010 - Mary of Nazareth, when her time on earth had ended, was assumed, body and soul,into heaven. This reward was not given to her merely because she was the Mother of God, the Mother of Jesus. Rather, it was because of her continual fidelity to, and love for, God. May we continually be devoted to Jesus Christ as she!

Saint Dominic's Day

Sun, 08 Aug 2010 13:00:00 PDT

August 8, 2010 - Faith is trusting God in his promises. It is loving God and trusting that He will act, as he had promised us long ago. St Dominic started a preaching order to help others love God and his promises. Let us keep the faith! Since St Dominic is the patron of Community, we celebrated St. Dominic, though the readings were from the day, namely, the 18th Sunday of Ordinary Time, Cycle C

God's will for his children

Sun, 18 Oct 2009 13:00:00 PDT

October 18, 2009 - We oftentimes have our own plans and vision of the road ahead. But Jesus plans are oftentimes different than ours.He calls us to drink a cup full of joys, sufferings and gifts that we cannot ever imagine.Its easy to want Jesus to take this the cup away.Yet, Jesus gave us an example, a life, to do the God the Fathers will.By partaking in the Eucharist, we remember how much Jesus cares for us so much so that He has given us his very self.

Jesus is calling

Sun, 11 Oct 2009 13:00:00 PDT

October 11, 2009 - The rich young man teaches us the value of stewardship, and giving our gifts for the good of Gods Church and the world.Though priests and religious take a vow of poverty, even our preacher gives a tithe of goods for the good of the community.We are challenged not only to receive the goods we have received, but rather to give of our own goods for the sake of our community.

Mass of the Holy Spirit

Sun, 04 Oct 2009 13:00:00 PDT

October 4, 2009 - Without the Spirit of God, we are like the dry bones of Ezekiels vision.By the Spirit of God, we are fully alive, the People of God.Gods Spirit always triumphs over all our trials, no matter how daunting.With our busy lives, how do we allow the Breathe of Life, the Holy Spirit, to enliven and empower us?

Unity of the church

Sun, 27 Sep 2009 13:00:00 PDT

September 27, 2009 -