Conversations with Father Greg

Homily forApril 7th, 2024 - the 2nd Sunday in Easter

What does an old photo album, my uncle’s Buick LeSabre, and Jesus have in common?   Come, listen, and find out.   (John 20:19-31)

Homily for Sunday, March 31st, 2024 - Easter Sunday

I was recently reminded of a poster that I once saw in the library.  It read “Don’t judge a book by its movie”.  How about this one … “Don’t believe everything you see on the Internet” ~ signed Abraham Lincoln.  Come and celebrate Easter with us as we consider how these sayings apply to the Christian faith.   (John 20:1-18)

Homily for Thursday, March 28th, 2024 - Maundy Thursday

Christmas, a birthday, and maybe even an anniversary are all examples of times when we might open a gift.   Come and join us as we consider the gifts that we receive on the Thursday in Holy Week. (John 13:1-17, 31b-35)

Homily for Sunday, March 24th, 2024 - Palm Sunday

What do Kirk, Spock and McCoy have to do with Jesus and Jerusalem?   Come and take a listen. (John 12:12-16)

Homily for Sunday, March 17th, 2024 - the 5th Sunday in Lent

Leprechauns, clover, and pots of gold are all symbols St Patrick’s Day.   Join us as we take a closer look at this cultural phenomenon.  (John 12:20-33)

Homily for Sunday, March 10th, 2024 - the 4th Sunday in Lent

Oil paints, black and white photography, and football fans.    Come and check out what these all have to do with redemption.   (John 3:14-21)

Homily for Sunday, March 3rd, 2024 - the 3rd Sunday in Lent

What do a lunch line, a bad pun, and some relationship advice have in common?   Come and take a listen to find out. (Exodus 20:1-17)

Homily for Sunday, February 25th, 2024 - the 2nd Sunday in Lent

Today we chat about heresy, Peter, Jesus, and new beginnings.   Come and take a listen.  (Mark 8:31-38) 

Homily for Sunday, February 18th, 2024 - the 1st Sunday Lent

Join us today as we talk about wild animals, angels ... and a little bit of Jesus.  (Mark 1:9-15)

Homily for Sunday, January 21st, 2024 - the 3rd Sunday after Epiphany

Today we encounter one of my favourite characters in the Bible.   Kids meet him on Sunday School felt boards, he can be read as a caricature, and he can profoundly challenge us to re-examine how we interact with others.   Come and take a listen.  (Jonah 3:1-5, 10)