From a Country Latin Priest

Sheepfold and Gate - May 3, 2020

In this homily Fr. Joseph explains what a sheepfold is and how Jesus relates this image to the Church.

Discouragement is Foolish - April 26, 2020

Jesus turns the discouragement of the two disciples going to Emmaus into hope. Jesus is interested in what discourages you, so that he can turn your discouragement into hope.

Vengeance or Mercy - April 19, 2020

A person with a non-Christian heart will naturally desire vengeance instead of mercy. The one with a fully Christian heart will not only desire but also show mercy. 

Jesus' Resurrection is Something Very New - April 12, 2020

The resurrected Jesus doesn't look like Jesus. Neither does the Holy Eucharist. 

Good Friday - April 10, 2020

What God has done for us is amazing.

Holy Thursday - April 9, 2020

Jesus gives himself to us as a Host, that, is as the Victim. He gives the priesthood to his Church. And Jesus commands us to have fraternal charity.

We Don't Have to Disperse - April 5, 2020

On this Palm Sunday we hear that the disciples dispersed when Jesus, their shepherd was struck. During this time of the coronavirus we do not have to disperse or leave the shepherd. We can stay with him.

Our Father Hears the Cry of Humanity - March 29, 2020

In this homily Fr. Joseph mentions that death is our common enemy, God has his hand in everything so as to bring about a good, and lastly, know that our Father in heaven hears the cry of humanity. 

Do not be sad, but rejoice! - March 22, 2020

Even though the world is experiencing the effects of COVID-19 we are still commanded to rejoice. Psalm 23 reminds us that there is hope.

Solemnity of St. Joseph - March 19, 2020

On this Solemnity of St. Joseph, Fr. Joseph encourages everyone to remain faithful to the Lord. He also mentions that our baptism allows us to receive the love of God.