Fr. Christian Mathis | February 7, 2012
This is one of the most important homilies I have had to deliver in my time as a priest. I am not sure whether or not I did the subject justice, but all one can do is their best. You can listen here.
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Fr. Christian Mathis | February 4, 2012
The first set of Blessed is the Kingdom holy cards are in the mail. Thanks for all who requested them. This month, I am once again offering one of a kind holy cards that will celebrate the feast of the Chair of St. Peter. If you would like to have one, follow the simple instructions [...]
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Fr. Christian Mathis | February 4, 2012
By now, this eHarmony video has become famous. If you love cats, I am just as sorry for posting this as I am for the recent Nine Lives post. But I am not sorry for posting this video about those of you who like to hug nuns. Thanks to The Crescat for reminding us of [...]
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Fr. Christian Mathis | February 3, 2012
Since posting Bishop Stika’s letter to the Diocese of Knoxville that states his opposition to the recent Health and Human Services mandate that will require certain Catholic institutions to provide insurance coverage for services such as sterilizations and certain abortion drugs, I have been engaged with many of my friends and acquaintances on the issue [...]
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Fr. Christian Mathis | February 2, 2012
Upon returning from his Ad Limina visit this week, Bishop Richard Stika released this statement concerning the recent government mandate which would require the Catholic Church to provide health insurance benefits that include drugs and procedures that are in opposition to its belief. Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ: I write to you having just [...]
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Fr. Christian Mathis | February 1, 2012
Today’s first reading recalls David’s grief at the death of his son Absalom. This song has always struck me as capturing the king’s sorrow very well.
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Fr. Christian Mathis | January 31, 2012
Be Cheerful. Maxim #30 As a boy I was heavily involved with Scouting. In my opinion, Scouting has the ability to teach boys the values that will make them good men. The core of scouting can be summed up well in the Scout Law. One of the points of the Scout Law is: A Scout [...]
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