SFU Homilies: Recent Episodes
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Tune in for homilies from the Immaculate Conception Chapel at Saint Francis University by the Franciscan Friars TOR
Fr. Stephen gives a quick introduction to the Month of November with the prayer for the souls of the Faithful Departed.
Fr. Stephen gives a talk at Penn State's Campus Ministry about Angels and Demons. This talk took place on October 30th 2025
Fr. Jason preaches about the beginning of Lent and how Jesus desires us to encounter him in his scriptures.
Fr. Malachi preaches that the Apostles in their humanity want to be honored, but that we are truly called to honor God first.
Fr. Malachi preaches about the Mission of Jesus, to suffer and die for our salvation and that we too have a mission, to deny ourselves, take up our cross, and follow Him.
Fr. Jason preaches about how Jesus is the Lord of miracles and that he desires us to turn to him and chase after him more deeply, especially in the Eucharist.
Fr. Jason preaches on the 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time. He encourages us to reflect upon what is holding us back from a deeper relationship with God.
Fr. Stephen preaches on the Feast Day of St. Clare at the Poor Clare Monastery of St. Clare in Langhorne, PA - https://poorclarepa.org/
Fr. Stephen Preaches on the privledge of poverty that St. Clare held so dear, that we may be materially poor but rich in virtues. He preaches at the Poor Clare Monastery of St. Clare in Langhorne, PA - https://poorclarepa.org/
Fr. Stephen preaches about St. Clare and her intercession for healing. He preaches at the Poor Clare Monastery of St. Clare in Langhorne, PA - https://poorclarepa.org/
Fr. Stephen preaches on following in the footprints of Jesus Christ. He preaches at the Poor Clare Monastery of St. Clare in Langhorne, PA - https://poorclarepa.org/
Fr. Jason preaches about repentance, about turning away from sin and turning towards God.
Fr. Stephen preaches about Our Lady of the Rosary at the Carmelite Monastery in Loretto.
Fr. David preaches about how God sees that everyone is worth saving and that He desires us to seek to reconcile with others, especially when we are sinned against.
Fr. Malachi preaches on Divine Mercy Sunday with a special focus on our Greek Life chapters for the Greek Week Mass.
Fr. Malachi preaches about the Good News of the Resurrection and how death is conquered by Christ.
Fr. Stephen preaches about World Youth Day 2002 and How Pope John Paul II said, "We are not the sum of our weaknesses and failures; we are the sum of the Father's love for us and our real capacity to become the image of his Son."
Fr. Malachi preaches on this family weekend at SFU. He preaches about being generous to the poor in our midst.
Fr. Malachi preaches on this family weekend at SFU. He preaches about being generous to the poor in our midst.
Fr. Stephen preaches about seeking to be trustworthy in the small things instead of cutting corners.
Fr. Stephen preaches about seeking to be trustworthy in the small things instead of cutting corners.
Fr. Malachi preaches about God's mercy as well as remembers and prays for those who lost their lives in 9-11-2001
Fr. Malachi preaches about God's mercy as well as remembers and prays for those who lost their lives in 9-11-2001
Fr. Matthew preaches about the Gospel this week and encourages us to put Christ first in our lives.
Fr. Matthew preaches about the Gospel this week and encourages us to put Christ first in our lives.
Fr. Malachi preaches about the virtue of humility at the 10am Mass in the Immaculate Conception Chapel
Fr. Malachi preaches about the virtue of humility at the 10am Mass in the Immaculate Conception Chapel
Fr. Joseph Marie delivers the homily for our graduating students at the Mass held at 5pm on Saturday, May 7th in the Degol Arena.
Fr. Stephen reflects on the mystery of the resurrection. He shares the message of hope that Jesus Christ gives us new life through the resurrection!
Fr. Joseph Marie Reflects on the humanity of the women who approached the tomb and their fears and tiredness. He then goes into the depth of the phrase from the Gospel - "why do you seek the living among the dead?" Christ calls us to share in his divine life and we are called to live out the hope the resurrection.
Fr. Stephen reads from the Office of Readings for today in the Liturgy of the Hours. This ancient homily speaks of Christ decending into hell to redeem Adam and Eve and how he redeems us from our sins. That hope of redemption is for us all as well! We look forward to the Easter celebrations is just a few hours!
Fr. Stephen preaches about the common idea of thinking people ought to get what they deserve from their actions. He reminds us to look with hope that God loves us even with our sinfulness.
Fr. Malachi preaches on Family Weekend at Saint Francis University. In his reflections, Fr. Malachi reaches about living in the present moment, to be childlike as followers of Christ.
Fr. Joseph Marie preaches about suffering. Jesus gives a meaning to suffering and that he is with us in our sufferings
Fr. James preaches about how our lives are not ordinary, but that everything in life is extraordinary because we are loved by God
Fr. Malachi preaches about the book of Sirach, how it is a foreshadowing of Christ, and it is an invitation to look into your heart to see your disposition towards spiritual things.
Fr. James preaches about how Mary makes present God's value. It doesn't take away from Jesus himself, but in drawing close to Mary, we draw close to Christ.
Fr. Matthew preaches about the Alleluia verse, Come, Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of your faithful and kindle in them the fire of your love. Then he speaks of the Holy Spirit brings unity in diversity and diversity in unity.
Fr. Chris preaches about how the Word of God speaks to us and is truly alive. Jesus is reassuring Peter that He stills loves Peter, and to help Peter to let go of his denial of Christ. It's a very important moment in the life of Peter to know that the Lord still loves him.
Fr. James preaches about how St. Paul is asking the question is there hope, hope in an afterlife. Then he mentions that we can be transformed by God's grace now and be purified and have hope. Facing the difficult transformations that make us holy.
Fr. Malachi preaches about the distinct goodbye messages in the first reading and in the Gospel, from St. Paul and from Jesus. Right before St. Francis passed away, he said the famous phrase, I have found what is mine to do, now go find what is yours. May we follow the Lord's inspiration and take part in his work
Fr. Stephen preaches about honoring the human dignity of each person, made in the image and likeness of God.
Fr. Stephen preaches about the humanity of the apostles and how they don't always get things right. Yet they are empowered by the Holy Spirit and do great things. We are empowered by the Holy Spirit through our Baptism and Confirmation and we share in the work of Christ.
Fr. Malachi preaches about how St. Paul preaches the Gospel in season and out of season. Even though he is not as successful in his preaching in today's reading, he is undeterred and continues to preach the Good News. He lets the Holy Spirit take care of the rest.
Fr. Jason preaches about the Holy Spirit and uses an analogy of school spirit. That the Holy Spirit is within us and that God lives within us.
Fr. James preaches about the witness of St. Damien, who lived among the lepers and brought them the sacraments. He emphasizes that we need to see the spiritual dimension of each and every person.
Fr. Stephen preaches about how the readings speak of being steadfast in God's love, to remain in his love. Through the ups and downs of life, we can have hope by fixing our eyes on Christ and remaining in His love.
Fr. Stephen preaches about how God continues to show us that he loves us and calls us his friends. That we can live out of that relationship and share that with others.
Fr. Jason preaches about how the disciples are bringing the Good News to the Gentiles, to people who were not exposed to the Jewish faith at all. When it comes down to it, the two greatest commandments are to love the Lord your God with your whole heart and to love your neighbor as yourself.
Fr. Chris preaches about how God will work in His way. He preaches about how God often surprises us. We must then make the commitment to God and let his power work in our lives.
Fr. Malachi preaches about how it necessary to undergo many hardships to enter the kingdom of God. Within that, there is hope, because hope convinces us that the final word will be God's.
Fr. James preaches about the goodness of redemptive suffering, that no matter what we suffer, it can have meaning as we unite it to the cross.
Fr. Malachi preaches about the witness of St. Barnabas, that he encourages the newly converted St. Paul. He also preaches in gratitude for the Lord and his blessings this year amidst the pandemic. Without God we can do nothing.
Fr. Matthew speaks of how Christ gives himself totally to us and how we are called to imitate that love.
Fr. Chris preaches on living out the tough word of the Gospel, to go beyond ourselves to offer love and compassion to each person
Fr. Stephen preaches about how the God is faithful and he can make good come out of the suffering moments of life.
Fr. James preaches about how our job is to love others in truth, this is a difficult message but this is what we are supposed to do.
Fr. Stephen preaches about God's love for us with sheep imagery and that God loves us and walks with us on the journey of life
Fr. Jason preaches about the great gift that we have, and that the gift that St. Paul receives from Christ and then takes that out and proclaims it to the world.
Fr. Chris preaches about accepting the gift that God gives us, by committing ourself to God and living our lives reflecting God's love
Fr. Jason preaches about how often we want signs to see that God is with us, but Fr. Jason preaches about how God makes himself known every day in surprising ways.
Fr. James preaches about the witness of St. Stephen and how he is a model of the Christan Life.
Father Matthew preaches about the kingdom of God at the Mass where we welcomed two members into full communion with the Catholic Church and gave the sacrament of confirmation
Fr. Jason preaches about the miracle of the multiplication of loaves from John's Gospel. God can take something that goes wrong and turn it into something so much greater.
Fr. Malachi preaches that working for God is the most noble thing in the world, but it is not always easy.
Father Stephen preaches about the early Christian community and how they were of one mind and heart. He then offers two ways to live out their example, to strive for humility and to be an encourager of others in community.
Fr. Matthew preaches about the goodness of baptism, how it changes who we are spiritually.
Fr. Jason preaches about the importance of community in his homily on Divine Mercy Sunday!
Fr. Stephen preaches about the example of St. Peter and how even in his weakness and failures, God chooses him and works through him powerfully. He chooses us to be part of his work and will use us for great things if we let Him!
Fr. Jason preaches on this octave day of Easter. He preaches about how Easter is the fulfilment of all the prophecies and how Easter is a deep sign of hope!
Fr. Chris preaches about the story of Jesus appearing to the disciples on the road to Emmaus.
Fr. Stephen preaches about how the cross and the resurrection is the center of all history. God chooses to have us participate in his death and resurrection. The empty tomb is a sign of hope, that Christ has been raised and that we will rise with Him!
Fr. James shares a story of hospital ministry and how he accompanied a woman in saying goodbye to her husband as he is about to die. In the lowest place, Jesus gives himself to the Father. Christ is in the midst of the brokenness, Christ has taken on all the depths of human experience and He reorders it with love.
Fr. Malachi preaches about how the master/slave dynamic is broken in the readings for today's Mass. In the first reading, the Passover is an example of this. In the Gospel, Jesus turns upside down the master/slave dynamic. Jesus gives a model of service in washing the feet of his disciples. Jesus gives us his body to give us eternal life.
Fr. Chris preaches about the paschal mystery and how we enter into this mystery during the approaching Holy Triduum!
Father Jason preaches about today's readings and how they are all about love, the relationship between God and his children.
Fr. Stephen preaches at the beginning of Holy Week about the prophecies from Isaiah and how they show the humility of God. Fr. Stephen also reflects upon the Gospel reading how Judas judges the action of Mary pouring out the perfume instead of looking at her heart and her intentions
Fr. Stephen briefly reflects upon a few characters in the story of the passion, especially Barabbas, Simon of Cyrene and the Centurion. He then encourages us to see which character we are in the story as we enter into Holy Week!
Fr. Jason preaches about how God speaks to us in scripture, how it is a guidebook for life. People who have suffered and gone through awful things are able to teach us how to live well.
Fr. Stephen preaches about how Mary is told to be not afraid. Fear is an emotional response that is ok to a tough scenario. She says behold I am the handmaid of the Lord.
Fr. Chris preaches about how the paschal mystery - the passion, death, and resurrection of Jesus relates to our daily lives.
Fr. Malachi preaches about seeing the cross as the tree of life as we approach the end of lent and enter deeper into the Paschal Mystery
Fr. James asks the question - what do I use to feel power or authority over others, even if it is the smallest thing, even these are opposed to God.
Father Stephen preaches about the coming to the "final approach" of Lent. The hour has come for the Son of Man to be glorified, to die on the cross to bring us our salvation.
Fr. Stephen speaks of how Jesus is glorified on the cross and how we can share our sufferings with His. This is the audio from the videos posted on the friar reflection series on YouTube and Facebook
Fr. Jason preaches on the Solemnity of St. Joseph. He preaches about the goodness of fatherhood and how St. Joseph is a great model for us to follow.
Fr. Chris preaches about how Jesus reveals himself in the Gospel of John through a very theological process. Jesus equating himself with God the Father. Jesus tells his listeners that He is God.
Fr. Stephen preaches about the parental imagery in describing God's love for us. Fr. Stephen also preaches about how St. Patrick's name comes from the word for father. God calls us to share in his work of love and called St. Patrick to be a father to the people he served