Category Archives: Fr. Pat’s Sermon Notes Archives

Living In the Name… of Father, Son and Holy Spirit! What do we believe about God and why?   Since God wants to be known, God reveals himself through both natural revelation and supernatural revelation.   In all of his creation, God … Continue reading →

Follow the Plan Sometimes it is hard to submit to a plan that you did not create. What if there is a better one? Were all factors considered? Ahaz had such questions. So did Joseph. God tells Ahaz to ask … Continue reading →

Is Jesus Your King? It is ironic that from the time of Jesus’ arrest, torture, cross-carrying, crucifixion and death, many proclaimed him to be a King, robed him in royal purple and even had a little coronation ceremony which culminated … Continue reading →

Fear God, Be Afraid of Nothing! The Bible says that “Fear of the Lord” is the first stage of wisdom (Sirach 1:12). It goes on to say,“Fear of the LORD is glory and splendor…(it) warms the heart, giving gladness and … Continue reading →

Acquiring a Taste for Humble Pie I am not sure who came up with the phrase “eating humble pie” but it usually refers to the experience of a very prideful and boastful person getting an unexpected “taste” of humiliation. Usually … Continue reading →

Prayer is Fuel for Your Faith! Maintaining relationships is hard work. Experience teaches us that having the same parents is not enough to keep siblings close. Raising and caring for children is no guarantee that you will have a good … Continue reading →

Gratitude is More than an Attitude Ten people cross Jesus’ path in the Gospel today with a serious disease. All ten leave his presence healed. All ten felt better but only one returned to express his gratitude. In the first … Continue reading →

Blessed is She…Blessed are we… who Believe! In the prayer “Salve Regina” or “Hail Holy Queen” Our Blessed Mother is described as “Our life, our sweetness and our hope”. Someone may ask: Isn’t this salutation a little over the top: … Continue reading →

Has Your Faith Grown Up Yet? An infant feels safe and secure as long as she can see, feel, and hear her mother’s presence. The moment the mother steps out of the infant’s sight, the child comes to an instant … Continue reading →

Don’t Play the Fool! A classic song entitled If I can help Somebody includes the following words: “If I can help somebody as I pass along; if I can cheer somebody with a word or along; if I can lead … Continue reading →