April 19, 2020 by frbillnicholas Thomas, the First Theologian St. Thomas the ApostleHomily for the 2nd Sunday of Easter(Divine Mercy Sunday) Why do we need to give St. Thomas a long needed reprieve from his designation as “The Doubter”? How are we, or are we not included in the Beatitude Jesus gives to Thomas? – “Blessed are they who have not seen but still believe.” Fr. Bill discusses the well known story of Jesus’ Resurrection. (Sorry if the sound seems a little odd. Tried a new setting. Will be going back to the old one.)
February 15, 2020 by frbillnicholas TRUMP BULLYING (& St. Valentines Day) My visit to the last airing of the Brett Winterble Show before Brett moves to Charlotte.We discuss an article that blames President Trump for a minuscule increase in bullying in schools.We also discuss the history behind February 14th being the feast day of St. Valentine, and of two Saints more important to Western History.
February 11, 2020 by frbillnicholas ELECTION 2020 & OUR LADY OF LOURDES How can the people of the United States dedicate the upcoming 2020 Elections to the Prayerful Intercession of Our Lady of Lourdes? Fr. Bill preaches the Feast Day of Our Lady Of Lourdes in terms of Healing, the 2020 Elections and the United States Patron Saint – Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception.
January 27, 2020 by frbillnicholas THE LEGACY OF CATHOLIC SCHOOLS Homily for CATHOLIC SCHOOL SUNDAY The Catholic Church throughout the World, and especially in the United States, has an unmatched legacy of Catholic Schools that provide a superior education for children. Catholic School Sunday celebrates that legacy and promotes its continued presence in our world.
January 26, 2020 by frbillnicholas United by the One Who Calls Us Scripture Reflection3rd Sunday of the Year – A
December 30, 2019 by frbillnicholas THE EARLIEST CHRISTIAN CHURCH – The Holy Family Homily — HOLY FAMILY SUNDAY The Sunday following Christmas is the Feast of the Holy Family of Joseph, Mary and Jesus. Long before Jesus gathered any disciples, Mary and Joseph dedicated their lives to doing the will of God with Jesus at the center. Fr. Bill discusses how this was a precursor to the Christian Church, as well as a model and symbol of what the Church is today.
December 19, 2019 by frbillnicholas Is That All? — What did You Expect (in Jesus of Nazareth)? Scripture Reflection – 3rd Sunday of AdventJohn the Baptist’s Confusion regarding Jesus of Nazareth
November 3, 2019 by frbillnicholas IS THERE IN FAITH NO DEFENSE? – Zacchaeus, Apologetics and Defending the Catholic Church Homily – 31st Sunday of the Year – CThe Tax Collector Who Climbed a Tree The Story of Zacchaeus is more than simply the story of a Tax Collector who climbed a tree; and more than a simple conversion story. Zacchaeus gives a great example of how we should respond to criticism from people who oppose us
October 20, 2019 by frbillnicholas Praying to God as to an Unjust Judge? Homily29th Sunday of the Year – C Jesus compares God to an Unjust, Corrupt Judge. What ramifications does this have on how we approach prayer?
July 21, 2019 by frbillnicholas Too Distracted to Pray? Homily for the 16th Sunday of the Year (C)Luke 10:38-42 – Martha and Mary Jesus Visits Martha & Mary