As we begin a synodical process of discernment, discussion and prayer for the Church, leading to the Synod of Bishops in 2023,  let us open our hearts to the guidance and inspiration of the Holy Spirit. (Veni, Creator Spiritus - Come, Holy Spirit - traditional Gregorian Chant Melody.) 

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Come, Holy Spirit, Come! Votive Mass of the Holy Spirit - October 17, 2021

Jesus, in today&apos;s Gospel, is setting the bar higher for the rich young man. How about you?  Has He set the bar higher for you as well?  (Lord, I Need You - Christ Tomlin) 

Setting the Bar Higher: 28th Sunday in Ordinary Time B

Today&apos;s Gospel brings up a sensitive subject: Divorce. How does the Church respond to this cultural phenomenon.  (There is Love - The Wedding Song: Peter, Paul, Mary)

The Church's Response to Divorce: 27th Sunday in Ordinary Time B

There is much work to be done: And Christ needs everyone to help!  (Just As I Am - Charlotte Elliot : Billy Graham Crusade Choir 1959)  

Whoever Is Not Against Us Is With Us: 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time B

Christ calls his disciples to be servants of others: In obedience, humility and self-giving, we follow.  (Here I Am, Lord: Schutte) 

I Will Go Lord, If You Lead Me: The Disciple as Servant: 25th Sunday in Ordinary Time B

Where were you on Sept. 11th? We vowed to Remember, but have we forgotten?    

We Must Never Forget! Special Sept. 11th Remembrance: 24th Sunday in Ordinary Time B

When we pray for others, we are like the people who brought the deaf man to Jesus.  (Healing Hands -Elton John) 

Please Keep Me In Your Prayers: 23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time B

Kardia mobile can check how your heart is, but how is our heart spiritually? And what&apos;s the difference between being spiritual and religious.  (Lord, I Need You - Chris Tomlin)

So, How's Your Heart? 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time B

Jack Nicholson&apos;s famous line " Can You Handle the Truth" in the movie, A Few Good Men" is asked of all Catholics regarding the Eucharist....  (Miracle of Grace - Curtis Stephan) 

Can You Handle the Truth? 21st Sunday in Ordinary Time B

This year&apos;s Falmouth Road Race becomes a great analogy for this weekend&apos;s Solemnity of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Let us run the race that Our Lord and His Blessed Mother has already won! (John Williams: Olympic Fanfare 1984)

Our Spiritual Race Towards Heaven: The Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary

The Eucharist is not something, but Someone. It is faith that will enable to know that Christ is Present, when our human senses fail.  

Faith Will Tell Us Christ is Present, When our Human Senses Fail: 19th Sunday in Ordinary Time B

Each one of us has something to offer. How about you? What&apos;s in your basket?  (Christ Has No Body Now But Yours: Notre Dame Folk Choir, Steven Warner, composer and director)

What's In Your Basket? 17th Sunday in Ordinary Time B

Please keep Fr. Steve in your prayers on the 40th Anniversary of his ordination to the priesthood. 

Fr. Steve's 40th Anniversary: Guest Homilist: Deacon Thomas Palanza

The vital role of laity in the church and in the world.   (Christ Has No Body Now But Yours- Steve Warner: Notre Dame Folk Choir) 

Christ Has No Body Now On Earth But Yours: 15th Sunday of Ordinary Time B

While our nation is imperfect, we still love it. How can we be prophets today? (God Bless the U.S.A. - Lee Greenwood and members of the US Air Force Band, Singing Sergeants and Home Free - a new and great version of a classic!) 

It's Not About Politics: It is About Mission! 14th Sunday in Ordinary TIme B

Homilies of Msgr. Stephen J. Avila, Pastor of the Catholic Community of Falmouth, MA

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