Christmas – Page 2 – Fr. Tom Pringle

Discerning Spirits

Homily for the Memorial of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Today’s first reading from the First Letter of St. John is one of my favorites in all of Scripture because it calls us to open our spiritual eyes and ears to see where the Holy Spirit is at work in the world and in the Church.Continue reading “Discerning Spirits”

Point Others to Christ

Homily for the Feast of the Epiphany of the Lord Throughout the history of salvation, we have seen how God acts in ways that are surprising, often times reversing the expectations of humanity. We have seen this throughout Scripture. But let’s just think back to the great celebration we experienced last week. The Jewish peopleContinue reading “Point Others to Christ”

Mary, Mother of God

Homily for the Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God Today the Church celebrates the Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God. It reminds us of the importance and the honor that we give to Mary as Catholics. I’m sure most of us here today have been asked at least once why Catholics give the Blessed MotherContinue reading “Mary, Mother of God”

The Example of Anna

Homily for the Sixth Day in the Octave of Christmas Over the last couple of days now, we have been reading through the account of the Presentation of the Lord from the Gospel of Luke. Yesterday, we read the Canticle of Simeon, this great prayer of thanksgiving to God for allowing him to see theContinue reading “The Example of Anna”

Extraordinary Ordinariness

Homily for the Fifth Day in the Octave of Christmas As I reflected on this Gospel yesterday, I found myself really drawn to pray with the ordinariness of the Holy Family. There was nothing extraordinary about Mary and Joseph bringing Jesus to be dedicated in the Temple after his birth. It is something that isContinue reading “Extraordinary Ordinariness”

The Birth of Christ: Vulnerability, Fragility, Dependency

Homily for the Feast of the Nativity of Our Lord, Jesus Christ. Readings taken from the Mass During the Night. There is no doubt that this year has been one of the most challenging years in history – not just in the United States or around the world, but for each of us individually. ManyContinue reading “The Birth of Christ: Vulnerability, Fragility, Dependency”