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Today is November 1, 2026 - the 31st Sunday in Ordinary Time. Our celebrants were Fr. Chris Tiano and Deacon Dominic Corraro. We don’t need extraordinary circumstances to meet saints - they walk among us every day. In today’s homily, Father Tiano shares how everyday acts of kindness, generosity, and humility show us what’s possible when we open our hearts to God. Being called to holiness isn't about perfection; it’s about dusting ourselves off when we fail, leaning into God's mercy, and trying to do the next right thing. Permission to stream the music in this service obtained from ONE LICENSE with license # A-735133. All rights reserved.

Today is October 18, 2026 - the 29th Sunday in Ordinary Time. Our celebrants were Fr. Gustavo Lopez and Deacon Joseph Ryzewski. In today's homily, we are invited to explore how God works through human history, ordinary circumstances, and even civic responsibilities to accomplish His divine purpose. Drawing from the readings of Isaiah, St. Paul's Letter to the Thessalonians, and the Gospel of Matthew, the message highlights that God works through all people—powerful or humble, believer or non-believer. By reflecting on Jesus’ words to "Render to Caesar what belongs to Caesar and to God what belongs to God," we are reminded that while we fulfill our daily obligations, our ultimate loyalty belongs to God, who desires to use our lives as instruments of His love and grace. Permission to stream the music in this service obtained from ONE LICENSE with license # A-735133. All rights reserved.

Today is October 11, 2026 - the 28th Sunday in Ordinary Time. Our celebrants were Fr. Gustavo Lopez and Deacon Dominic Corraro. In a world that tells us to rely on our own strength, Psalm 23 reminds us that we are never meant to carry our burdens alone. Through the words of Scripture, the example of St. Paul, and the inspiring witness of St. Maximilian Kolbe, we are invited to trust in the Good Shepherd, who walks beside us through every dark valley. Discover the peace and strength that come from surrendering our worries to Christ. Let go and let God. Permission to stream the music in this service obtained from ONE LICENSE with license # A-735133. All rights reserved.

Today is October 4, 2026 - the 27th Sunday in Ordinary Time. Our celebrants were. Fr. Chris Tiano and Deacon Ronald Gurr. "Have no anxiety at all." Easier said than done, right? Whether it's rising prices, a bad weather forecast right before a big event, or just the everyday dread of the unknown, it’s so easy to let worry take over. But in this week's homily, we are reminded of a better way: trading our anxiety for trust. Drawing from Saint Paul, Jesus's call to "not let your hearts be troubled," and Our Lady's powerful final words at Cana — "Do whatever he tells you" — this message offers a reassuring reminder to replace dread with trust, placing our cares in the hands of a loving God. Permission to stream the music in this service obtained from ONE LICENSE with license # A-735133. All rights reserved.

Today is September 27, 2026 - the 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time. Our celebrants were Fr. Chris Tiano and Deacon Ronald Gurr. In today's homily, Father Tiano explores the virtue of humility as the essential foundation of a meaningful prayer life. Drawing from Saint Paul’s letter to the Philippians and the example of the Blessed Mother at the Annunciation, he reminds us that true humility means acknowledging that "God is God and we are not." He introduces the ACTS prayer model (Adoration, Contrition, Thanksgiving, Supplication) and reflects on how embracing humility allows us to let go, trust in God, and let Him work in our lives. Permission to stream the music in this service obtained from ONE LICENSE with license # A-735133. All rights reserved.

Today is September 20, 2026 - the 25th Sunday in Ordinary Time. Our celebrants were Fr. Chris Tiano and Deacon Dominic Carraro. "Humility is not thinking less of yourself. It's about thinking of yourself less." In a world that constantly pushes us to chase status, demand credit, and put on a show, Jesus calls us to a completely different standard. In this week's homily, we look at the parable of the workers in the vineyard and what it truly means to trade pride for grace. When we drop our ego, we make room for the Holy Spirit to work, find freedom from the weight of defensiveness, and learn to love without boundaries, just like Jesus did. Permission to stream the music in this service obtained from ONE LICENSE with license # A-735133. All rights reserved.

Today is September 13, 2026 - the 24th Sunday in Ordinary Time. Our celebrant was Fr. Lee Hellwig. In today’s Gospel reading, Saint Paul reminds us that the life and death of each of us has a powerful influence on others. When we look to Jesus, we see the ultimate example of a life lived to inspire, heal, and bring about good. Permission to stream the music in this service obtained from ONE LICENSE with license # A-735133. All rights reserved.

Today is September 6, 2026 - the 23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time. Our celebrants were Fr. Gustavo Lopez and Deacon Ronald Gurr. If we want to experience the abundant life Jesus offers, we are called to love our neighbors as ourselves. But true love isn't just a feeling; it’s a responsibility to see each other clearly and help one another walk toward God. In his homily, Fr. Lopez highlights how genuine love requires seeing others not just with affection, but as individuals entrusted to our care. Permission to stream the music in this service obtained from ONE LICENSE with license # A-735133. All rights reserved.

Today is August 30, 2026 - the 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time. Our celebrants were Fr. Lee Hellwig and Deacon Dominic Corraro. What does God want of me? It’s one of the most fundamental questions of the Christian life, yet doing God’s will doesn’t always come easy to us. In the Gospels, even Peter - the rock upon which the Church was built - struggled to align his way of thinking with God’s plan. Loving Jesus meant wanting to protect Him from suffering, but Jesus reminded Peter that the path of true faithfulness required taking up the cross. Following God often asks us to step out of alignment with the ways of the world and embrace self-renunciation. But we aren’t left to climb that steep mountain alone. Just like the prophet Jeremiah, we have a fire burning in our hearts - the Holy Spirit - empowering us to follow Christ even when the cost is high. When we stay faithful to that inner fire, we don't lose ourselves..., we discover who God created us to be. Permission to stream the music in this service obtained from ONE LICENSE with license # A-735133. All rights reserved.

Today is August 23, 2026 - the 21st Sunday in Ordinary Time. Our celebrant was Fr. Christopher Tiano. In his homily, Fr. Tiano addresses the statement, "I'm not religious, I'm spiritual," commonly heard from friends, family, and loved ones. He explores what people truly mean when they say this - often a desire for a relationship with God without the structure of the "church stuff" - and introduces why this perspective misses the deeper meaning and origin of the Church. Permission to stream the music in this service obtained from ONE LICENSE with license # A-735133. All rights reserved.

Today is August 9, 2026 - the 19th Sunday in Ordinary Time. Our celebrants were Fr. Gustavo Lopez and Deacon Joe Ryzweski. In this homily excerpt, the speaker reflects on how God reveals His presence in our lives - not always in dramatic ways, but often in a gentle whisper, amidst life’s storms, and through a saving hand. Drawing from the story of Elijah, the writings of Paul, and the Gospel account of Jesus walking on water, this message encourages us to meet fear with faith and trust in Christ’s constant presence. Permission to stream the music in this service obtained from ONE LICENSE with license # A-735133. All rights reserved.

Today is August 2, 2026 - the 18th Sunday in Ordinary Time. Our celebrants were Fr. Christopher Tiano and Deacon Ronald Gurr. Sunday meals are about so much more than just the food on the table - they’re a time to gather, give thanks, and celebrate God’s provision. From family traditions like "Sunday Sauce" to the miraculous multiplication of the loaves and fishes, scripture shows us the incredible power of shared meals and the enduring grace of the Eucharist. When we gather with open hearts, God nourishes both our bodies and our souls. Permission to stream the music in this service obtained from ONE LICENSE with license # A-735133. All rights reserved.

Today is July 26, 2026 - the 17th Sunday in Ordinary Time. Our celebrants were Fr. Lee Hellwig and Deacon Dominic Corraro. Drawing a parallel to the unexpected discoveries on Antiques Roadshow, today's homily explores the Gospel parables of the hidden treasure and the pearl of great price. Fr. Hellwig reflects on how we come to recognize Jesus as life's supreme treasure - whether we stumble upon Him unexpectedly like St. Paul or discover Him after a long journey of searching like Zacchaeus. Ultimately, the message reassures us that no matter how we find Him, the Lord is always actively seeking us out. Permission to stream the music in this service obtained from ONE LICENSE with license # A-735133. All rights reserved.

Today is July 12, 2026 - the 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time. Our celebrants were Fr. Lee Hellwig and Deacon Joe Ryzweski. This week's homily reflects on the Parable of the Sower and on the sowers of faith in our own lives. Shared following his 40th anniversary of ordination, Fr. Hellwig's message reminds us that God scatters the seed of His word generously and without condition, regardless of the soil it falls on. Drawing connections to Isaiah and St. Paul's letter to the Romans, this homily offers a message of hope for times of doubt, loss, or discouragement within the Church, reminding us that God never stops sowing, and that even a small, open heart can yield a great harvest. Permission to stream the music in this service obtained from ONE LICENSE with license # A-735133. All rights reserved.

Today is July 5, 2026 - the 14th Sunday in Ordinary Time. Our celebrants were Fr. Gustavo Lopez and Deacon Ronald Gurr. This week's readings reveal a Messiah unlike any earthly conqueror - meek, just, and victorious, riding not into battle but on a humble donkey. Drawing from the prophet Zechariah and Christ's own words in the Gospel - "Come to me, all who are burdened...", - this homily explores how true victory comes through humility, not force, and how the Holy Spirit, given to us at baptism, is a gift too many of us leave "in the wrap." Permission to stream the music in this service obtained from ONE LICENSE with license # A-735133. All rights reserved.