Written as an aid for homilists and a resource for the faithful, this doctrinal homily outline (1) provides insights into the Sunday and Holy Day Lectionary readings, (2) explicates a doctrine of Catholic Faith or morals from them, and (3) shows specific ways lay persons can live these truths. (To […] Read more »
Solemnity of All Saints – November 1
Central Idea: Heaven is for the pure of heart. Doctrine: The Communion of Saints. Practical Application: Suffrages for the souls in Purgatory. To view Lectionary 667, click here. Central Idea: Heaven is for the pure of heart Reading 1 Rv 7:2-4, 9-14 Heaven is the condition of all human beings […] Read more »
Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary – Mass during the Day – August 15
Central Idea: The Blessed Virgin Mary is the new Ark of the Covenant. Doctrine: The Assumption. Practical Application: Devotion to the Blessed Virgin. To view the Lectionary 622 readings, click here. Central Idea: The Blessed Virgin Mary is the new Ark of the Covenant. Reading 1 Rv 11:19a; 12:1-6a, 10ab […] Read more »
Solemnity of Saint Joseph, Husband of the Blessed Virgin Mary – March 19
Central Idea: Joseph, Jesus’ foster father and Mary’s husband, was a just man and is our Father and Lord. Doctrine: The virtue of justice. Practical Application: Living respect and responsibility. Click here to review the readings. (Lectionary: 543) For the Fifth Sunday of Lent click here. Central Idea: Joseph, Jesus’ […] Read more »
Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary – December 8
Central Idea: Mary is the New Eve, the mother of all who live in Christ. Doctrine: The Immaculate Conception. Practical Application: Ways to grow closer to Our Lady. To view the Lectionary 689 readings, click here. Central Idea: Mary is the New Eve, the mother of all who live in […] Read more »