Sixteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time

The narrator identifies Jesus as the compassionate shepherd of the lost sheep.  But Mark's inner story reminds us that this shepherd's compassion will reach its fullness when he lays down his life for the sheep.

Recording is of a Mass offered at 14 Holy Helpers Church in West Seneca, NY at 10:30 am on July 18, 2021.

Fifteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Today's Gospel focuses on what it means to be chosen. In this case, the apostles were chosen to do what Jesus was doing ... teaching and healing.

Recording is of a Mass offered at 14 Holy Helpers Church in West Seneca, NY at 10:30 am on July 11, 2021.

Fourteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Jesus recites a proverb that we still hear today. Further, we are told that Jesus could do no miracles there, not because his power was diminished, but because of the crowd's lack of faith.

Recording is of a Mass offered at 14 Holy Helpers Church in West Seneca, NY at 12:00 pm on July 4, 2021.

Thirteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time

Two stories are presented that relate two miracles that Jesus performed. The message from both of these stories is that despite one's fear, faith ... trust in Jesus ... can save you and make you whole.

Recording is of a Mass offered at 14 Holy Helpers Church in West Seneca, NY at 12:00 pm on June 27, 2021.

Twelfth Sunday in Ordinary Time

The disciples witness a manifestation of the divine as he controlled the wind and the waves.  Despite all that Jesus has been teaching them, they respond poorly.  Yet, despite their ignorance, Jesus does not abandon them, nor will he abandon us.

Recording is of a Mass offered at 14 Holy Helpers Church in West Seneca, NY at 10:00 am on June 20, 2021.