In light of the July 17–21, 2024, National Eucharistic Congress in Indianapolis, IN, and because Fr. Chuck is away on vacation, we're bringing you excerpts from a homily titled, "Eucharistic Amazement and Holy Joy," which Fr. Chuck originally preached a little over three years ago at St. Wenceslaus Church, Scappoose, OR. In it, he mostly reads selections from Archbishop Alexander Sample's heartfelt pastoral message, "The Church Draws Her Life from the Eucharist," on God's love poured out in the Eucharist and the "Eucharistic amazement" which can mark our response.

To download and read the Archbishop Sample's full message from 2021—which includes announcements of the end of Covid-19 protocols then in place—click here or copy and paste the following url into your browser window:

https://uploads.weconnect.com/mce/6077ad2b372d5a152de8191d73e3e4480c620035/ABS_Pastoral%20Message%2030Jun21%20Return%20to%20Eucharist_FINAL.pdf.

Enrich yourself further by hearing Archbishop Sample explore "Eucharistic Amazement" in a Jan. 2024 episode of Mater Dei Radio's podcast, "The Voice of the Shepherd. Click here or copy and past the following url into your browser window:

https://materdeiradio.com/captivate-podcast/eucharistic-amazement/

(All links will open a new tab or window.)

How can we gain the courage to follow Jesus and stand out from a culture that is often contrary to His teachings? Listen to today's homily to learn the antidote to "FOMO" (Fear of Missing Out). May God's grace bless us with boldness in our faith.

Catholic Mass Readings for the 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time, July 14, 2024

First Reading: Amos 7: 12-15
Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 85: 9-10, 11-12, 13-14
Second Reading: Ephesians 1: 3-14
Alleluia: Ephesians 1: 17-18
Gospel: Mark 6: 7-13

Have you ever thought that you could be amazing to Jesus? With the power of the Holy Spirit, we can have amazing faith. Listen to Fr. Chuck's message for your homework, and learn how God will "set me on my feet" each morning with hopefulness and joy. Let's amaze Jesus and set our parish ablaze with God's love.

Full Disclosure: Fr. Chuck edited this recording for clarity and to correct an inaccurate Scripture reference. So, it differs from what participants at any of the weekend Masses would have heard.

Catholic Mass readings for the 14th Sunday in Ordinary Time, July 7, 2024

First Reading: Ezekiel 2: 2-5
Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 123: 1-2, 2, 3-4
Second Reading: Second Corinthians 12: 7-10
Alleluia: Luke 4: 18
Gospel: Mark 6: 1-6