This site contains Fr. Brian Carpenter's Homilies geared towards helping you grow in your Catholic Faith. noreply@blogger.com (Podcaster)Fri, 11 Oct 2024 17:56:17 -0500Blogger http://www.blogger.com203125http://beathell.blogspot.com/en-usnoCopyright Fr. Brian K CarpenterWorkingtoBeatHell,org,Rochester,catholic,homily,sunday,preaching,reflection,Sermon,working,to,beat,hell,Father,Brian,CarpenterA collection of Fr. Brian Carpenter's Homilies (sermons). Designed for Catholics who are working to beat hell!Homily PodcastFr. Brian CarpenterNDBounce@hotmail.comFr. Brian Carpenterhttp://beathell.blogspot.com/2016/12/wtbh-203-actively-waiting.htmlSun, 4 Dec 2016 15:45:00 -0500tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36158509.post-3076835248611222740Advent is a season of waiting. Fr. Brian explains that for Christians this waiting is not passive, but active, as we eagerly anticipate Christ's return.0NDBounce@hotmail.com (Fr. Brian Carpenter)noAdvent is a season of waiting. Fr. Brian explains that for Christians this waiting is not passive, but active, as we eagerly anticipate Christ's return.Fr. Brian CarpenterAdvent is a season of waiting. Fr. Brian explains that for Christians this waiting is not passive, but active, as we eagerly anticipate Christ's return.WorkingtoBeatHell,org,Rochester,catholic,homily,sunday,preaching,reflection,Sermon,working,to,beat,hell,Father,Brian,Carpenterhttp://beathell.blogspot.com/2016/11/wtbh-202-jesus-christ-king-of-universe.htmlSun, 20 Nov 2016 15:39:00 -0500tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36158509.post-2813400978491053363Proclaiming that Jesus Christ is the King of the Universe is a paradox. Fr. Brian explains what it means, and how this proclamation impacts our decisions and actions.0NDBounce@hotmail.com (Fr. Brian Carpenter)noProclaiming that Jesus Christ is the King of the Universe is a paradox. Fr. Brian explains what it means, and how this proclamation impacts our decisions and actions.Fr. Brian CarpenterProclaiming that Jesus Christ is the King of the Universe is a paradox. Fr. Brian explains what it means, and how this proclamation impacts our decisions and actions.WorkingtoBeatHell,org,Rochester,catholic,homily,sunday,preaching,reflection,Sermon,working,to,beat,hell,Father,Brian,Carpenterhttp://beathell.blogspot.com/2016/11/wtbh-201-apocalypse-election-and-fear.htmlSun, 13 Nov 2016 15:43:00 -0500tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36158509.post-76741487587956631As our readings become more apocalyptic, and our nation is shown to be divisive, many people give into fear. Fr. Brian explains that Christianity is not marked by fear but by self-giving love.0NDBounce@hotmail.com (Fr. Brian Carpenter)noAs our readings become more apocalyptic, and our nation is shown to be divisive, many people give into fear. Fr. Brian explains that Christianity is not marked by fear but by self-giving love.Fr. Brian CarpenterAs our readings become more apocalyptic, and our nation is shown to be divisive, many people give into fear. Fr. Brian explains that Christianity is not marked by fear but by self-giving love.WorkingtoBeatHell,org,Rochester,catholic,homily,sunday,preaching,reflection,Sermon,working,to,beat,hell,Father,Brian,Carpenterhttp://beathell.blogspot.com/2016/11/wtbh-200-eschaton-love-and-marriage.htmlSun, 6 Nov 2016 15:39:00 -0500tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36158509.post-2570687921478280349The Sadducees ask Jesus whose wife the woman will be, if there is a resurrection. Christ exposes their misunderstanding of the life of Heaven. Fr. Brian explains how our lives must be modeled on love, so as to give witness to the resurrection.0NDBounce@hotmail.com (Fr. Brian Carpenter)noThe Sadducees ask Jesus whose wife the woman will be, if there is a resurrection. Christ exposes their misunderstanding of the life of Heaven. Fr. Brian explains how our lives must be modeled on love, so as to give witness to the resurrection.Fr. Brian CarpenterThe Sadducees ask Jesus whose wife the woman will be, if there is a resurrection. Christ exposes their misunderstanding of the life of Heaven. Fr. Brian explains how our lives must be modeled on love, so as to give witness to the resurrection.WorkingtoBeatHell,org,Rochester,catholic,homily,sunday,preaching,reflection,Sermon,working,to,beat,hell,Father,Brian,Carpenterhttp://beathell.blogspot.com/2016/10/wtbh-199-salvation-comes-to-your-house.htmlSun, 30 Oct 2016 15:29:00 -0500tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36158509.post-7048591351520299660Jesus' encounter with the tax collector Zacchaeus serves as a model for the way in which Christ breaks into our lives. Fr. Brian explains how salvation comes to us, when we allow Christ to enter our lives, and bring about a sincere and profound conversion.0NDBounce@hotmail.com (Fr. Brian Carpenter)noJesus' encounter with the tax collector Zacchaeus serves as a model for the way in which Christ breaks into our lives. Fr. Brian explains how salvation comes to us, when we allow Christ to enter our lives, and bring about a sincere and profound conversion.Fr. Brian CarpenterJesus' encounter with the tax collector Zacchaeus serves as a model for the way in which Christ breaks into our lives. Fr. Brian explains how salvation comes to us, when we allow Christ to enter our lives, and bring about a sincere and profound conversion.WorkingtoBeatHell,org,Rochester,catholic,homily,sunday,preaching,reflection,Sermon,working,to,beat,hell,Father,Brian,Carpenterhttp://beathell.blogspot.com/2016/09/wtbh-198-in-breaking-of-gods-kingdom.htmlMon, 10 Oct 2016 14:31:00 -0500tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36158509.post-4343049504095244171Fr. Brian speaks about the way in which the 9 thankless lepers missed the significance of what happened to them. He questions whether we are like them when we use science and technology, but fail to see the in-breaking of God's kingdom.0NDBounce@hotmail.com (Fr. Brian Carpenter)noFr. Brian speaks about the way in which the 9 thankless lepers missed the significance of what happened to them. He questions whether we are like them when we use science and technology, but fail to see the in-breaking of God's kingdom.Fr. Brian CarpenterFr. Brian speaks about the way in which the 9 thankless lepers missed the significance of what happened to them. He questions whether we are like them when we use science and technology, but fail to see the in-breaking of God's kingdom.WorkingtoBeatHell,org,Rochester,catholic,homily,sunday,preaching,reflection,Sermon,working,to,beat,hell,Father,Brian,Carpenterhttp://beathell.blogspot.com/2016/10/wtbh-197-wealth-and-accountability.htmlMon, 26 Sep 2016 14:31:00 -0500tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36158509.post-7033152622189147262Fr. Brian preaches on the Gospel of the rich man and Lazarus, and calls us to become accountable for the many good things we have received.0NDBounce@hotmail.com (Fr. Brian Carpenter)noFr. Brian preaches on the Gospel of the rich man and Lazarus, and calls us to become accountable for the many good things we have received.Fr. Brian CarpenterFr. Brian preaches on the Gospel of the rich man and Lazarus, and calls us to become accountable for the many good things we have received.WorkingtoBeatHell,org,Rochester,catholic,homily,sunday,preaching,reflection,Sermon,working,to,beat,hell,Father,Brian,Carpenterhttp://beathell.blogspot.com/2016/06/wtbh-196-body-and-blood-of-christ.htmlSun, 29 May 2016 10:57:00 -0500tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36158509.post-7996177879582134241The Eucharist is the font and apex of the Catholic faith. It brings us into an intimate relationship with Jesus Christ. Fr. Brian explains the importance of the Body and Blood of Jesus Christ.0NDBounce@hotmail.com (Fr. Brian Carpenter)noThe Eucharist is the font and apex of the Catholic faith. It brings us into an intimate relationship with Jesus Christ. Fr. Brian explains the importance of the Body and Blood of Jesus Christ.Fr. Brian CarpenterThe Eucharist is the font and apex of the Catholic faith. It brings us into an intimate relationship with Jesus Christ. Fr. Brian explains the importance of the Body and Blood of Jesus Christ.WorkingtoBeatHell,org,Rochester,catholic,homily,sunday,preaching,reflection,Sermon,working,to,beat,hell,Father,Brian,Carpenterhttp://beathell.blogspot.com/2016/06/wtbh-195-triune-relationship-of-love.htmlSun, 22 May 2016 10:55:00 -0500tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36158509.post-3140692492267252187Homily preached on Trinity Sunday speaking about the loving relationship within the Trinity.0NDBounce@hotmail.com (Fr. Brian Carpenter)noHomily preached on Trinity Sunday speaking about the loving relationship within the Trinity.Fr. Brian CarpenterHomily preached on Trinity Sunday speaking about the loving relationship within the Trinity.WorkingtoBeatHell,org,Rochester,catholic,homily,sunday,preaching,reflection,Sermon,working,to,beat,hell,Father,Brian,Carpenterhttp://beathell.blogspot.com/2016/05/wtbh-194-pentecost-challenge-proclaim.htmlSun, 15 May 2016 18:11:00 -0500tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36158509.post-3768607599388909288On the Solemnity of Penetcost the Holy Spirit provided the Apostles with the strength and fortitude necessary to proclaim the Gospel. Fr. Brian urges all Catholics (and all Christians) to boldly proclaim the kerygmatic message that Jesus Christ is Lord!0NDBounce@hotmail.com (Fr. Brian Carpenter)noOn the Solemnity of Penetcost the Holy Spirit provided the Apostles with the strength and fortitude necessary to proclaim the Gospel. Fr. Brian urges all Catholics (and all Christians) to boldly proclaim the kerygmatic message that Jesus Christ is Lord!Fr. Brian CarpenterOn the Solemnity of Penetcost the Holy Spirit provided the Apostles with the strength and fortitude necessary to proclaim the Gospel. Fr. Brian urges all Catholics (and all Christians) to boldly proclaim the kerygmatic message that Jesus Christ is Lord!WorkingtoBeatHell,org,Rochester,catholic,homily,sunday,preaching,reflection,Sermon,working,to,beat,hell,Father,Brian,Carpenterhttp://beathell.blogspot.com/2016/05/wtbh-193-strange-but-wonderful-god.htmlSun, 8 May 2016 18:05:00 -0500tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36158509.post-8223862207164119681On the solemnity of the Ascension, Fr. Brian Carpenter speaks of the fact that God is both strange and wonderful.0NDBounce@hotmail.com (Fr. Brian Carpenter)noOn the solemnity of the Ascension, Fr. Brian Carpenter speaks of the fact that God is both strange and wonderful.Fr. Brian CarpenterOn the solemnity of the Ascension, Fr. Brian Carpenter speaks of the fact that God is both strange and wonderful.WorkingtoBeatHell,org,Rochester,catholic,homily,sunday,preaching,reflection,Sermon,working,to,beat,hell,Father,Brian,Carpenterhttp://beathell.blogspot.com/2016/05/wtbh-192-my-peace-i-give-you.htmlMon, 2 May 2016 16:49:00 -0500tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36158509.post-7865789525145954951The Peace of Christ is different from other forms of peace. It is a true and lasting peace that is rooted in a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Fr. Brian speaks of this peace, and how it can remain with us even in difficult moments.0NDBounce@hotmail.com (Fr. Brian Carpenter)noThe Peace of Christ is different from other forms of peace. It is a true and lasting peace that is rooted in a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Fr. Brian speaks of this peace, and how it can remain with us even in difficult moments.Fr. Brian CarpenterThe Peace of Christ is different from other forms of peace. It is a true and lasting peace that is rooted in a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Fr. Brian speaks of this peace, and how it can remain with us even in difficult moments.WorkingtoBeatHell,org,Rochester,catholic,homily,sunday,preaching,reflection,Sermon,working,to,beat,hell,Father,Brian,Carpenterhttp://beathell.blogspot.com/2016/04/wtbh-191-new-commandment-of-love.htmlMon, 25 Apr 2016 07:51:00 -0500tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36158509.post-2049816312332228570Jesus gives us a new commandment - to love one another. Fr. Brian preaches on  the Christian understanding of love, and how we must be people of love.0NDBounce@hotmail.com (Fr. Brian Carpenter)noJesus gives us a new commandment - to love one another. Fr. Brian preaches on  the Christian understanding of love, and how we must be people of love.Fr. Brian CarpenterJesus gives us a new commandment - to love one another. Fr. Brian preaches on  the Christian understanding of love, and how we must be people of love.WorkingtoBeatHell,org,Rochester,catholic,homily,sunday,preaching,reflection,Sermon,working,to,beat,hell,Father,Brian,Carpenterhttp://beathell.blogspot.com/2016/04/wtbh-190-relationship-with-good-shepherd.htmlSun, 17 Apr 2016 14:45:00 -0500tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36158509.post-3485648506037687743On Good Shepherd Sunday, Fr. Brian speaks of the need to form a relationship with Jesus Christ, the Good Shepherd, so that we can know His voice, and follow His commands. Doing so will bring us to eternal life.0NDBounce@hotmail.com (Fr. Brian Carpenter)noOn Good Shepherd Sunday, Fr. Brian speaks of the need to form a relationship with Jesus Christ, the Good Shepherd, so that we can know His voice, and follow His commands. Doing so will bring us to eternal life.Fr. Brian CarpenterOn Good Shepherd Sunday, Fr. Brian speaks of the need to form a relationship with Jesus Christ, the Good Shepherd, so that we can know His voice, and follow His commands. Doing so will bring us to eternal life.WorkingtoBeatHell,org,Rochester,catholic,homily,sunday,preaching,reflection,Sermon,working,to,beat,hell,Father,Brian,Carpenterhttp://beathell.blogspot.com/2016/04/wtbh-189-religion-in-public-square.htmlMon, 11 Apr 2016 08:16:00 -0500tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36158509.post-789540405372814066In the United States, people often attempt to reduce religion to a  private matter that should not be mentioned in the public realm. Fr. Brian explains why this is not possible for a Christian, as Christianity is a public religion.0NDBounce@hotmail.com (Fr. Brian Carpenter)noIn the United States, people often attempt to reduce religion to a  private matter that should not be mentioned in the public realm. Fr. Brian explains why this is not possible for a Christian, as Christianity is a public religion.Fr. Brian CarpenterIn the United States, people often attempt to reduce religion to a  private matter that should not be mentioned in the public realm. Fr. Brian explains why this is not possible for a Christian, as Christianity is a public religion.WorkingtoBeatHell,org,Rochester,catholic,homily,sunday,preaching,reflection,Sermon,working,to,beat,hell,Father,Brian,Carpenterhttp://beathell.blogspot.com/2016/04/wtbh-187-sin-and-mercy.htmlSun, 3 Apr 2016 13:42:00 -0500tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36158509.post-8138024275928685351In order to understand the depths of God's Divine Mercy, we must come face to face with our own sin.0NDBounce@hotmail.com (Fr. Brian Carpenter)noIn order to understand the depths of God's Divine Mercy, we must come face to face with our own sin.Fr. Brian CarpenterIn order to understand the depths of God's Divine Mercy, we must come face to face with our own sin.WorkingtoBeatHell,org,Rochester,catholic,homily,sunday,preaching,reflection,Sermon,working,to,beat,hell,Father,Brian,Carpenterhttp://beathell.blogspot.com/2016/03/wtbh-187-light-and-darkness.htmlSun, 27 Mar 2016 13:45:00 -0500tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36158509.post-4454017767496081193The theme of Light and Darkness is on display in the Easter Vigil Mass 0NDBounce@hotmail.com (Fr. Brian Carpenter)noThe theme of Light and Darkness is on display in the Easter Vigil MassFr. Brian CarpenterThe theme of Light and Darkness is on display in the Easter Vigil MassWorkingtoBeatHell,org,Rochester,catholic,homily,sunday,preaching,reflection,Sermon,working,to,beat,hell,Father,Brian,Carpenterhttp://beathell.blogspot.com/2016/03/wtbh-186-enter-into-holy-week.htmlFri, 25 Mar 2016 12:04:00 -0500tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36158509.post-2766276845850079824Although not obligatory, the Holy Week liturgies, especially the Triduum, help us to enter more deeply into the Passion of Christ. While this may be uncomfortable, it will ultimately lead us to more fully appreciate the love behind Christ's Resurrection on Easter Sunday. 0NDBounce@hotmail.com (Fr. Brian Carpenter)noAlthough not obligatory, the Holy Week liturgies, especially the Triduum, help us to enter more deeply into the Passion of Christ. While this may be uncomfortable, it will ultimately lead us to more fully appreciate the love behind Christ's Resurrection on Easter Sunday.Fr. Brian CarpenterAlthough not obligatory, the Holy Week liturgies, especially the Triduum, help us to enter more deeply into the Passion of Christ. While this may be uncomfortable, it will ultimately lead us to more fully appreciate the love behind Christ's Resurrection on Easter Sunday.WorkingtoBeatHell,org,Rochester,catholic,homily,sunday,preaching,reflection,Sermon,working,to,beat,hell,Father,Brian,Carpenterhttp://beathell.blogspot.com/2016/03/wtbh-185-restoring-gods-glory.htmlSun, 13 Mar 2016 21:05:00 -0500tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36158509.post-7501010889167134377Jesus restores the Glory of God to its proper place. This theme is seen in his encounter with the women caught in adultery, where Jesus exposes the sinfulness of a rigorous legalism that neglects the purpose of the law - union with God. 0NDBounce@hotmail.com (Fr. Brian Carpenter)noJesus restores the Glory of God to its proper place. This theme is seen in his encounter with the women caught in adultery, where Jesus exposes the sinfulness of a rigorous legalism that neglects the purpose of the law - union with God.Fr. Brian CarpenterJesus restores the Glory of God to its proper place. This theme is seen in his encounter with the women caught in adultery, where Jesus exposes the sinfulness of a rigorous legalism that neglects the purpose of the law - union with God.WorkingtoBeatHell,org,Rochester,catholic,homily,sunday,preaching,reflection,Sermon,working,to,beat,hell,Father,Brian,Carpenterhttp://beathell.blogspot.com/2016/02/wtbh-184-repent-or-perish.htmlSun, 28 Feb 2016 21:02:00 -0500tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36158509.post-1261811831362160033Jesus instructs His listeners that if they do not repent from their sins, they will perish. Fr. Brian explains how repentance from sin is necessary for uniting us with God. 0NDBounce@hotmail.com (Fr. Brian Carpenter)noJesus instructs His listeners that if they do not repent from their sins, they will perish. Fr. Brian explains how repentance from sin is necessary for uniting us with God.Fr. Brian CarpenterJesus instructs His listeners that if they do not repent from their sins, they will perish. Fr. Brian explains how repentance from sin is necessary for uniting us with God.WorkingtoBeatHell,org,Rochester,catholic,homily,sunday,preaching,reflection,Sermon,working,to,beat,hell,Father,Brian,Carpenterhttp://beathell.blogspot.com/2016/02/wtbh-183-transfiguration-and-eucharist.htmlSun, 21 Feb 2016 23:53:00 -0500tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36158509.post-3997269049157382171The Transfiguration is one of the central events in the life of Christ. Fr. Brian explains how understanding the Transfiguration can bring us into a closer relationship with Christ. 0NDBounce@hotmail.com (Fr. Brian Carpenter)noThe Transfiguration is one of the central events in the life of Christ. Fr. Brian explains how understanding the Transfiguration can bring us into a closer relationship with Christ.Fr. Brian CarpenterThe Transfiguration is one of the central events in the life of Christ. Fr. Brian explains how understanding the Transfiguration can bring us into a closer relationship with Christ.WorkingtoBeatHell,org,Rochester,catholic,homily,sunday,preaching,reflection,Sermon,working,to,beat,hell,Father,Brian,Carpenterhttp://beathell.blogspot.com/2016/02/wtbh-182-temptation-in-desert.htmlSun, 14 Feb 2016 02:40:00 -0500tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36158509.post-3389423766205396458Fr. Brian Carpenter speaks about the temptations of Christ and places them in the context of the Lenten practices of prayer, fasting and almsgiving.0NDBounce@hotmail.com (Fr. Brian Carpenter)noFr. Brian Carpenter speaks about the temptations of Christ and places them in the context of the Lenten practices of prayer, fasting and almsgiving.Fr. Brian CarpenterFr. Brian Carpenter speaks about the temptations of Christ and places them in the context of the Lenten practices of prayer, fasting and almsgiving.WorkingtoBeatHell,org,Rochester,catholic,homily,sunday,preaching,reflection,Sermon,working,to,beat,hell,Father,Brian,Carpenterhttp://beathell.blogspot.com/2016/02/wtbh-181-discovering-your-vocation.htmlSun, 7 Feb 2016 02:39:00 -0500tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36158509.post-3654264126139856613Fr. Brian Carpenter speaks about vocations. He stresses that every Christian has a vocation to enter into an intimate relationship with Christ.0NDBounce@hotmail.com (Fr. Brian Carpenter)noFr. Brian Carpenter speaks about vocations. He stresses that every Christian has a vocation to enter into an intimate relationship with Christ.Fr. Brian CarpenterFr. Brian Carpenter speaks about vocations. He stresses that every Christian has a vocation to enter into an intimate relationship with Christ.WorkingtoBeatHell,org,Rochester,catholic,homily,sunday,preaching,reflection,Sermon,working,to,beat,hell,Father,Brian,Carpenterhttp://beathell.blogspot.com/2016/01/wtbh-180-new-adam-and-new-eve.htmlSun, 17 Jan 2016 02:38:00 -0500tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36158509.post-124035472403863968Fr. Brian Carpenter explains the Miracle at the Wedding in Cana. In this miracle Jesus is the New Adam, and Mary the New Eve instructs us, “Do whatever He tells you.”0NDBounce@hotmail.com (Fr. Brian Carpenter)noFr. Brian Carpenter explains the Miracle at the Wedding in Cana. In this miracle Jesus is the New Adam, and Mary the New Eve instructs us, “Do whatever He tells you.”Fr. Brian CarpenterFr. Brian Carpenter explains the Miracle at the Wedding in Cana. In this miracle Jesus is the New Adam, and Mary the New Eve instructs us, “Do whatever He tells you.”WorkingtoBeatHell,org,Rochester,catholic,homily,sunday,preaching,reflection,Sermon,working,to,beat,hell,Father,Brian,Carpenterhttp://beathell.blogspot.com/2016/02/wtbh-179-beloved-identity-through.htmlSun, 10 Jan 2016 02:36:00 -0500tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36158509.post-8098881871954586698On the feast of the Baptism of the Lord, Fr. Brian Carpenter speaks about the manner in which baptism revealed Jesus’ identity, and the manner in which it reveals our own identity as God’s beloved.0NDBounce@hotmail.com (Fr. Brian Carpenter)noOn the feast of the Baptism of the Lord, Fr. Brian Carpenter speaks about the manner in which baptism revealed Jesus’ identity, and the manner in which it reveals our own identity as God’s beloved.Fr. Brian CarpenterOn the feast of the Baptism of the Lord, Fr. Brian Carpenter speaks about the manner in which baptism revealed Jesus’ identity, and the manner in which it reveals our own identity as God’s beloved.WorkingtoBeatHell,org,Rochester,catholic,homily,sunday,preaching,reflection,Sermon,working,to,beat,hell,Father,Brian,Carpenter