Fr. Raymond: Sunday Homilies
Episodes

Sunday Dec 28, 2025
December 24, 2025 (Christmas)
Sunday Dec 28, 2025
Sunday Dec 28, 2025
This homily reframes Christmas away from gifts, lights, and nostalgia toward its deeper meaning: God becoming human to bring light into our darkness and train us into union with Christ.
Through contemplative prayer and a simple invitation to "make room" in the heart, the message encourages listeners to move from background sentiment to actively receiving and bearing the light of Christ.

Monday Dec 22, 2025
December 21, 2025 (Advent IV)
Monday Dec 22, 2025
Monday Dec 22, 2025
Mary and Joseph go together as the physical and spiritual union that brings new life: the mystery of the Incarnation, the womb as a return of the garden, and Joseph’s quiet protection.
The homily reflects on the gift of children and spiritual fruit in marriage, urging men to protect their families and everyone to pray for pregnant women and for abundant, faithful families.
It is a call to hope, prayer, and stewardship of both physical and spiritual life as we prepare to welcome Christ.

Friday Dec 19, 2025
December 14, 2025 (Advent III)
Friday Dec 19, 2025
Friday Dec 19, 2025
Jesus points to the signs and the prophets, inviting listeners to look closely at what has happened and to discern who they are truly seeking.
This Homily explores how discipleship shifts from following leaders to recognizing Jesus himself, the role of prayer and the church in pointing us to Christ, and the simple but weighty question: What am I really looking for?

Sunday Dec 14, 2025
November 30, 2025 (Advent I)
Sunday Dec 14, 2025
Sunday Dec 14, 2025
This homily reframes Advent as active preparation rather than idle waiting, calling listeners to deepen their interior prayer life and readiness for Christ's coming.
Practical suggestions include creating a dedicated prayer space at home, practicing the rosary and Lectio Divina, setting achievable goals, and imagining what it means to be taken by the Lord.
The homily challenges you to use Advent to grow spiritually so you are different and more prepared on Christmas Day and whenever Christ returns.