Conversations with Father Greg

Homily for Sunday, January 12th, 2025 - the Feast of the Baptism of Jesus

How do you feel about surprises?   Some people love 'em, some people hate 'em.   Today we take some time to think about being surprised by God.    Come and take a listen.   (Acts 8:14-17)

Homily for Sunday, December 1st, 2024 - the 1st Sunday in Advent

The first Sunday in the Season of Advent marks the beginning of a new liturgical year, in which we watch, wait, and prepare to celebrate the birth of the Christ child.   Please join us we begin this journey together.  (1 Thessalonians 3:9-13)

Homily for Sunday, November 17th, 2024 - the 25th Sunday after Pentecost

What do the sci-fi characters George Taylor, Nova, and the Temple in Jerusalem have to teach us about the Christian faith?    Come and take a listen. (Mark 13:1-8)

Homily for Sunday, November 10th, 2024 - the 24th Sunday after Pentecost

I am not much of a golfer, but I know enough to know that, like many things in life, golf is a game of degrees.   Being off by a couple of degrees can mean the difference of a few inches or several feet (if not yards).   It’s a reminder that sometimes small things can have a big impact.  Come and listen to what Jesus’ had to say about how this concept impacts many aspects of our lives. (Mark 12:38-44)

Homily for Sunday, November 3rd, 2024 - the Feast of All Saints

Today we celebrate the Feast of All Saints Day in which we consider the legacy of faith that we have received from those who have gone before.   (John 11:32-44)

Homily for Sunday, October 27th, 2024 - the 23rd Sunday after Pentecost

Have you ever heard of going nose blind?  It refers to the idea that familiarity can lead to blind spots in life.   Today we chat about learning  see the familiar with fresh eyes.     (Mark 10:46-52)

Homily for Sunday, October 20th, 2024 - the 22nd Sunday after Pentecost

Today we consider a story in which two of Jesus’ closest friends really misread “the room”.   The story serves as a reminder that sometimes things don’t alway go as planned, and some times that’s really okay.   Come and take a listen. (Mark 10:35-45)

Homily for Sunday, October 13th, 2024 - Thanksgiving Sunday (Canada)

What do the TV Show characters Sam Malone, Cliff Craven, and Norm Peterson have to teach us not only about Thanksgiving but also about the Christian faith.  Come and take a listen. (Luke 17:11–19)

Homily for Sunday, October 6th, 2024 - the 20th Sunday after Pentecost

Roughly 20 years ago, an ad campaign asked viewers “What’s in YOUR wallet?”   Join us today, as we pause to consider issues of identity and purpose.  (Hebrews 1: 1-4, 2:5-12)

Homily for Sunday, September 29th, 2024 - the Feast of St Michael and All Angels

Have you ever seen those sweet little angelic creatures on greeting cards?  Maybe a Cupid?  How about a fellow named Clarence from a 1940's Christmas movie?  Our culture has a fair bit to say about angels, but how does it compare to what Scripture say and how does that affect us?  (Revelation 12:7-12)