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Fr. Andrew Mattingly
Father Andrew Mattingly is a priest for the Diocese of Kansas City – St. Joseph. He is currently the associate pastor at Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish, as well as the diocesan director for young adults and campus ministry. Here, he'll share homilies, meditations, and other recorded content.
Why do you come to Mass? If you’re not sure of the correct answer, you will want to listen to this homily!
Tune in for a wedding homily where Fr. Mattingly explains the unique crosses given by God to a husband and to a wife on their wedding day.
One of the three battlefronts of which the believer fights is the battle against the world. Learn how the Holy Spirit has a particular role to play in assisting us in this struggle. A role that is on display consistently throughout the Acts of the Apostles.
To follow Jesus to Heaven means that we must also follow Him as He humbled Himself to death. Tune in for a homily on humility and pride.
Although the analogy can be stretched too far, human romantic relationships bear a great deal of resemblance to what our relationship with God is meant to be. Tune in to hear why!
Just as there are stages of development in our physical growth, so also for our spiritual growth. Listen as Fr. Mattingly describes four stages of spiritual growth necessary to reach full maturity.
After Jesus raises your body from the dead at the end of time, it is going to be 100x more awesome than you could’ve imagined. Tune in to learn about the four qualities of a glorified, resurrected body.
Are there any limits to Divine Mercy? Just how far, exactly, does the mercy of God extend? Tune in to learn how to gauge the depth of your trust in God’s mercy.
Fr. Mattingly highlights one of the aspects of St. Joseph’s fatherhood for all men to imitate.
If you ever wanted a laundry list of practicals for how to confess your sins better, this is it!
Does the Church have a preference on whether Catholics should be cremated or receive full body burial? Tune in to find out the answer, along with some interesting historical details.
- Tune in to learn why the Church requires Cycle A readings to be used on the 3rd, 4th, and 5th Sundays of Lent when the Scrutinies are celebrated for those preparing to be baptized at Easter.
The universal testimony of the saints is that mental prayer is essential for the Christian life. In the the first of a two-part series on mental prayer, Fr. Mattingly explains what mental prayer is, followed by a detailed description of a 5-step method for engaging mental prayer.
Do you seek out Jesus and acknowledge Him only when things are going well? What about when things are painful or difficult? Tune in to hear Fr. Mattingly describe the connection between the Transfiguration and Calvary.
- Is it possible to become a master chef or a professional athlete without a plan? Forget about it! Well, achieving sanctity is harder than both of those. Tune in to learn how to craft your plan for holiness, otherwise know as a plan of life.
- How important is fasting in the Christian life? More important than you might think. Learn about the biblical background of fasting, its historical importance throughout Church history, and its spiritual significance.
- What is Lent all about? Giving up chocolate? Losing weight? Seeing how strong you are by undertaking 23 different penances? Tune in to discover option D.
In this fifth installment on the Eucharist as sacrifice, Fr. Mattingly takes a step back to the bigger picture, asking why Jesus instituted the Eucharist at all. To answer that question, he devises a detailed allegory (a symbol-laden story). Tune in to hear a unique homily that draws a critical conclusion about the Holy Eucharist.
What do smartphones, trains, listening, and the Amish all have in common? They show up in this homily.
St. Paul tells the Corinthians that “time is running out”. But “running out” in what sense? Listen as Fr. Mattingly proposes a somewhat unsuspected interpretation of this passage from the second reading.
The Magi are a great example of one of the “virtuous cycles” of the Christian life. Tune in as Fr. Mattingly uses details from the Gospel to describe this virtuous cycle.
What is the most significant relationship within a family? Husband and wife, of course. And what effects do the love (or lack thereof) between husband and wife have on children? Tune in to hear Fr. Mattingly describe two significant effects.
What is one way to understand the decision of a Catholic man and woman to get married? Tune in as Fr. Mattingly contextualizes the vocation of marriage within the larger Christian vocation.
There are many ways to answer the question: “Why did God become man?” As we meditate this Christmas on this decision of God to become man, tune in as Fr. Mattingly reflects on a powerful way to answer this question.
Today’s Gospel features Mary’s famous “fiat” to the angel Gabriel. Father Mattingly points out how there is much more humility in Mary’s response than might initially catch our attention. In fact, there is astonishing humility in her response. Tune in to hear more about the humility of our Blessed Mother.
The liturgy of this Sunday (“Gaudete” Sunday) commands us to rejoice. St. Paul also commands this is in the second reading, adding the word “always”. But is it possible to be constantly rejoicing? What about when we experience something tragic? Tune in to find the answer.
In this homily for the 2nd Sunday of Advent, Fr. Mattingly unpacks St. Peter’s letter from the 2nd reading, explaining possible reasons why God might “delay” the accomplishment of something good in our lives or the lives of others. Tune in to broaden your perspective on the depths of God’s providential guidance.
At the evening Mass this year, Fr. Mattingly and parishioners formally consecrated the parish to Mary. Tune in to this homily for a brief explanation of the history and nature of the practice of consecration to the Blessed Virgin Mary.
What was the Passover like at the time of Jesus? At the Last Supper, when Jesus established the New Passover, did He do anything differently from a typical Passover meal at the time? Tune in to find out.
Today on the Solemnity of Christ the King, we hear Matthew’s description of the General Judgment – the separation of the sheep and the goats. Jesus’ litmus test for this “dividing” is the works of mercy. Tune in for insight into this critical aspect of the Christian life.
How many times per day does Jesus visit us? More times than you might think. Tune in to learn how to be ready for these daily divine visits.
If we have faith in God and a desire to go to heaven, is this sufficient to actually make it to heaven? Jesus seems to say “no” in many places in the Gospels, including today’s parable of the wise and foolish virgins. Tune in as Fr. Mattingly unpacks one of the important “conditions” for preserving the gift of eternal life given to us in baptism.
Which type of ancient Jewish sacrifice most perfectly foreshadowed the sacrifice of the Eucharist? Tune in to the third installment of this year-long series to find out!
In Catholicism we profess that Jesus raised marriage to the level of a sacrament, and we also profess that every sacrament is a channel of grace. But exactly are the graces of the sacrament of marriage and how does a married couple experience them? Tune in to find out!
Is purgatory a punishment or a mercy? Perhaps both? Tune in as Fr. Mattingly unpacks the realm of those who are destined for heaven but have yet to be completely purified.
We profess that we believe in the “Communion of Saints” every Sunday in the Nicene Creed. But what exactly IS the “communion of saints”? Tune in to find out!
“You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, soul, and mind… and your neighbor as yourself.” We’ve all heard this before: the double-commandment to love God and neighbor. But did you know there are hidden layers of meaning in these simple words? Tune in as Fr. Mattingly unpacks four fresh “layers” that Christ brings to the “greatest commandments”.
In the modern-day America we talk a lot about our rights, which are very important. But we also have responsibilities, or duties, towards society. Tune in as Fr. Mattingly unpacks the three most fundamental duties that we bear towards society.
- Listen as Fr. Mattingly unpacks episodes from the life of St. Faustina (1905-1938). Since he is stationed at the Shrine of Divine Mercy and St. Faustina, her feast day gets transferred to the nearest Sunday and is celebrated as a solemnity (the highest level of liturgical celebration).
Fr. Mattingly breaks down Scripture from Genesis and Ephesians about a man “leaving his father and mother and cleaving to his wife,” and how this is a reflection of the divine marriage between Christ and the Church.
In this 2nd installment of a 9-part series on the Eucharist as Sacrifice, Fr. Mattingly explains the different types of animal and grain sacrifices in the Old Testament, and how the Sacrifice of Jesus and the Eucharist are a perfect fulfilment of all of them!
Today’s parable of the vineyard owner who hires workers at different hours of the day is a call to reflect on the personal call of Jesus in your own life. Tune in as Fr. Mattingly breaks down the Gospel reading with unique insights.
Discover hidden layers to today’s parable about the “unmerciful servant” (Mt 18:21-35) as Fr. Mattingly unpacks the concepts of mercy and forgiveness.
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Bet you’ve never heard a homily on excommunication! Well, today’s your day. Listen as Fr. Mattingly explains Jesus’ step-by-step teaching in the Gospel (Mt 18:15-20) on how to preserve unity within the Church, and why excommunication was established by Jesus as a last resort.
This is a recent talk by Fr. Mattingly to young adult leaders on the importance of establishing a “plan of life,” or a “plan for holiness.” Listen in to learn how this extremely practical tool can help one pursue sanctity.
Saints and others have often called the highest stage of the spiritual life the “transforming union”. Listen as Fr. Mattingly explains some of the highly unusual, glorious, and wonderful things that happen for souls that reach this state of union with God in this life.
Throughout 2023-24, on the first Sunday of each month, as part of the final year of the national Eucharistic Revival, Fr. Mattingly has decided to preach about the sacrificial nature of the Holy Eucharist.
In this first installment that will continue until June 2024, Fr. Mattingly explains how the need to offer sacrifice to God is inscribed in human nature, is a part of the virtue of religion, and some of the symbolism in religious sacrifice throughout human history. This is a very unique homily that you won’t want to miss!
Is it enough to love Jesus through words and actions? Is there any need to “study” Him, to “know” Him better? Tune in as Fr. Mattingly explains the dual-dynamic of knowing & loving God, and one practical tip for making sure our relationship with Him is balanced.
Did you know that our reception of Holy Communion grants a unique type of union with God that is available nowhere else? Do you know how long the sacrament of the Eucharist remains in your body after receiving Holy Communion? Fr. Mattingly dives into these unique and important facets of the Holy Eucharist in this homily.
What exactly is the Kingdom of God? Jesus constantly uses this phrase in the Gospels, but its meaning may seem elusive at times. Tune in as Fr. Mattingly sheds a little bit of light on this phrase, in addition to a brief breakdown of today’s specific “parables of the Kingdom” (17th Sunday in Ordinary Time).
Fr. Mattingly explains the impact that St. Josemaria Escriva (1902-1975) has had on his own life in recent years, and the new horizons that were opened up for him in the spiritual life from gradual exposure to the spirituality of St. Josemaria.
Persecution comes in “hard” and “soft” forms. Our society currently engages in much “soft” persecution of Catholicism, with “hard” persecution possibly on the horizon. In either case, Jesus tells us in today’s Gospel to have no fear. Tune in as Fr. Mattingly unpacks the different encouragements of Our Lord for those who suffer for His sake.
When you die and are asked why you should be let into heaven, do you know the right answer? It may not be what you think. Tune in as Fr. Mattingly unpacks Romans 5 for a proper understanding of how salvation works.
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Why was Mary’s Heart “Immaculate”? Was it more than just her sinlessness? Listen as Fr. Mattingly unpacks two reasons why Mary has an Immaculate Heart, and how we also can pursue purity of heart.
N.B. – This is a very practical homily!
The purpose of life is union with God. There is no more intimate union with God in this life than feeding on His Body and Blood in the Holy Eucharist. Listen as Fr. Mattingly unpacks this theme on the great solemnity of Corpus Christi!
Listen as Fr. Mattingly draws out three lessons about marriage from the Book of Tobit in the Old Testament.
Many people think all major religions are basically the same, with only minior differences, or that all major monotheistic world religions or philosophical systems have the same basic concept of God. On this Trinity Sunday, learn why the Christian concept of God as Trinity is far more radical and different from other belief systems than might first be thought.
The Holy Spirit is sometimes called the “Sanctifier”. But how exactly does the Holy Spirit sanctify us, and what do we need to do on our end to entice Him to sanctify us more fully?
Many people today talk about a “priest shortage”. Just how scarce are priests today compared to bygone centuries? Tune in as Fr. Mattingly draws on some demographic studies to give an idea of just how real the scarcity of priests is in the United States today.
Most Catholics have never received formation regarding what is sometimes called the “priesthood of all the baptized,” or the “common priesthood of the baptized.” It is a truly extraordinary and supernatural reality. You won’t want to go through life having lost your opportunity to exercise the priesthood given to you in baptism!
For the past two years, Father’s parish has hosted a Mass in May to pray for and remember children who’ve died before, during, or after childbirth. Listen in as Fr. Mattingly draws connections between the Blessed Mother’s loss of her Son on Calvary, and the pain experienced by parents who’ve experienced miscarriage, stillbirths, and other losses of young children.
Currently, Father Mattingly’s audio recorder is broken. So for now, enjoy this wedding homily!
It’s the most important feast day here at the Diocesan Shrine of Divine Mercy! Listen in for a brief snapshot of the different aspects of the Divine Mercy devotion, given by Jesus to St. Faustina in the 1930s, and a brief breakdown of what exactly mercy is.
The priesthood, the Holy Eucharist, and the new commandment of fraternal charity. Listen in!
Tune in as Fr. Mattingly gives three specific challenges for living out Holy Week well!
What is the virtue of faith and how do we grow in it? Listen in for this last installment in a 3-part sermon series on faith.
Fr. Mattingly offered a meditation for a women’s retreat on the topic of beauty in conjunction with the Blessed Virgin Mary. Tune in to hear some thoughts on the nature of beauty and how it is displayed in several ways in the life of our Blessed Mother.
Tune in for the second installment of Fr. Mattingly’s 3-part series unpacking the topic of faith. In week one (3/12/23), he covered the nature and process of making an act of “human” faith in another person, while this week he unpacks the nature and process of making an act of “divine” faith in God. Listen in to understand the similarities and differences between an act of human faith and an act of divine faith.
What does it mean to make an act of faith? What about the virtue of faith? Is there a difference between faith on the human level and faith in God? Tune in for the first of a 3-part series on this incredibly important topic!
Jesus holds up an incredibly high bar in today’s Gospel regarding how he wants his followers to respond when evil is done to them. Tune in to come to a greater appreciation for the extremely demanding way of life laid out by Jesus in this section of the Sermon on the Mount, and an equal appreciation for the “extreme grace” that He provides to live in this manner.
From enslavement and torture to conversion to Christ and religious life, St. Josephine lived an incredible life and is a powerful example of forgiveness.
How is merely “human” wisdom different than what can be called the “wisdom of the cross”, alluded to by St. Paul in today’s second reading? Tune in to find out whether your own faith is based on human wisdom or divine wisdom.
Tune in to this homily to hear Fr. Mattingly describe no less than nine practical ways to grow in the all-important virtue of humility!
The calling of the first four apostles in today’s Gospel gave Fr. Mattingly a chance to highlight three important aspects that are present when God decides to encounter us. This a “back to the basics of Catholicism” homily, a good refresher that is always needed!
The title “Light for the Nations” is given to Our Lord time and again during the liturgy on the Epiphany. What is the significance of this title, and why is it so prevalent on the Epiphany? Tune in to find out.
Tune in for a history lesson to learn how the Blessed Virgin Mary came to acquire the title “Mother of God”, as well as some practical tips from Fr. Mattingly for how to foster deeper love for our Mother in this new year.
Why did God become man? Certainly we would say that He came to save us from sin. But is there any other reason why He became man? Tune in to discover the other side of the coin in the saving mission of Christ.
Often we can spend large portions of our days, weeks, years, and even our whole lives living in a fantasy world, a world of “what-ifs” and hypothetical scenarios. Tune in to learn more about this temptation, and how St. Joseph models for us what it means to be “realists”, to be firmly rooted and grounded in reality.
St. John of the Cross, the “Mystical Doctor”, lived from 1542-1591, and considered by many to be the most gifted writer on the spiritual life in the history of the Church. Tune in to learn a little bit more about a Hall of Fame saint from the past.
Every year during Advent, City on a Hill, the young adult community where Fr. Mattingly is one of the chaplains, hosts a gala with a Mass beforehand. Listen in to his homily given to the gala attendees on the Vigil of the 3rd Sunday of Advent.
John the Baptist drew massive crowds to hear him preach a very simple message. So what drew them? His radical way of life. Similarly for us, to be credible witnesses of the Gospel, one of the key elements is living a radically simple way of life in regard to material things, possessions, money, etc.
One of the greatest of the early Fathers, many people know that St. Ambrose played an influence on the conversion of the greatest of the early Fathers, St. Augustine. But Fr. Mattingly explains one of the ways he influenced Augustine that many are unaware of.
Today is the Solemnity of Christ, King of the Universe. When we say “universe”, we really mean it. Tune is as Fr. Mattingly explains what it means for Christ to be king not only of believers, but literally of everyone and everything in the universe, and how the laity have a unique and irreplaceable vocation to spread Christ’s kingship in “the world”, in all human affairs and endeavors.
This Sunday, Fr. Mattingly preaches on a special topic, that of sacred music. Listen in to learn what types of music qualify as “sacred”, why the Church treats sacred music as the most important of all the arts in our tradition, and more. You won’t want to miss this one-of-a-kind homily!
The basilica of St. John Lateran is the cathedral of the diocese of Rome, and therefore the mother church of all churches in the world, so to speak. Listen as Fr. Mattingly describes the parallel between the rite of consecration of a new church building, and the consecration of a believer as a temple of God.
What importance should we give to preparing for the time of our death? Answer: A lot. Tune in for this unique homily from Fr. Mattingly discussing obstacles to fruitfully and spiritually entering into the final weeks and month’s of one’s life in preparation for our meeting with God. You won’t want to miss this one!
Fr. Mattingly describes a perspective we must keep front and center for ourselves when it comes to Purgatory, and also lays out two important ways Catholics have historically been diligent in praying for the poor souls in purgatory.
Sanctity, holiness, is for everyone. Listen as Fr. Mattingly describes one essential component in our efforts at allowing God to shape us into a saint, namely, the willingness to begin again, and begin again, and begin again.
Zaccheus seeks out Jesus only to discover that Our Lord beat him to the punch. The same is true for us. Listen in as Fr. Mattingly describes the initiative, the drive, and activity of God that covers our whole life – our creation, redemption, mercy, and His providential guidance of each moment, and how the first disposition of the believer is always to surrender to this God who searches us out.
Today St. Paul uses the analogy of a soldier’s battlegear to explain what type of spiritual battlegear the Christian needs to withstand the “tactics of the devil.” Listen as Fr. Mattingly keys in on three elements of our spiritual weaponry highlighted by St. Paul in today’s 1st reading.
Jesus gives a warning in today’s Gospel to the crowd, telling them they must not think that having a certain “association” with Him is enough. True discipleship is much more than merely going by the name of “Christian” or “Catholic.” Tune in for a good examination of conscience in your own life to see if you are living authentically as a true disciple.
In this meditation, Fr. Mattingly speaks to leaders of the City on a Hill young adult community during a holy hour, regarding the important virtue of integrity – what it is, where some opportunities exist to grow in it, and why it is important in a layperson’s apostolate out in the world.
The sacrament of confession provides numerous opportunities for growth in humility. If you go to confession with any sort of regularity, you won’t want to miss this episode. And even if you don’t go that often, tune in and perhaps you will be inspired to take better advantage of this great sacrament!
Listen as Fr. Mattingly describes our task to “transplant” the desires of Jesus’ heart into our own hearts, and which of those desires we see front and center in today’s Gospel.
Learn a little about one of the Jesuit priests martyred between 1642-1649 in upper NY State and Lower Ontario, Canada – St. John de Brebeuf, some of the excruciating tortures he underwent in his martyrdom, and how he persevered despite the pain.
Why is it so hard to keep commitments to be prayer, to be consistent, to persevere? Listen as Fr. Mattingly describes the primary two obstacles that hold us back from perseverance, and different ways that these obstacles make appearances in our lives.
The ingratitude of nine healed lepers in the Gospel today is astounding. But are we aware of our own ingratitude to the Lord for gifts that far outpace even the healing of something as debilitating as leprosy? Are we fully aware of the breadth and depth of God’s gifts to us? How do we become more grateful? Tune in.
The rosary is the prayer of children, and since we all must become like children to enter the Kingdom of God (Mt 18:3), it would be wise to take up the daily rosary! Tune in to hear Fr. Mattingly speak more to childlike nature of the holy rosary.
Today Fr. Mattingly discusses the growing number voices among certain spheres of the Church's hierarchy (i.e. bishops), especially in Europe, who are pushing for changes in Church teaching regarding human sexuality. Tune in to find out what frame of mind we must adopt in approaching these scandals, and what actions we could or should take.
Tune in to hear about two aspects of the life of this great Father of the Church, and how they apply to us today.
Listen as Fr. Mattingly describes what could motivate the 16 martyrs of today’s feast to undergo unspeakable torture in early 17th century Japan, and how it applies to us today.
Why was Mary’s sorrow at the Crucifixion more intense than we can imagine? Tune in to find out!
Listen is as Fr. Mattingly describes the strangeness of “exalting” what was once only known as an instrument of torture (the cross), and how we can, and must, exalt the cross in our own lives.
In today’s Gospel, Jesus lays out some “conditions” for becoming one of his disciples. Tune in as Fr. Mattingly breaks down perhaps the most confusing of these of conditions, namely, that we cannot allow even those closest to us (parents, spouse, children) to hinder us from our pursuit of Jesus Christ as our #1 goal.
Peter made himself, his boat, and his nets available for Jesus to use to catch fish. The Lord also wants to make use of each of us and our gifts to “catch men.” But do we make ourselves available for Him to use to catch others? Learn two important ways to make yourself available to the great Fisher of Souls.
The Chesterton Academy is a brand new classical Catholic high school here in Kansas City, and Fr. Mattingly is one of the part-time chaplains for the new school. Tune in as he addresses the school community in a homily during the Mass of the Holy Spirit, inaugurating the first ever school year of the new Chesterton Academy. He discusses truth, goodness, and beauty, and their role in education.
Think you know what the virtue of generosity is? Think again! If you’re like most people, hearing the word “generosity” conjures up images of someone who gives a lot… a lot of time, energy, money, etc. But that’s only half of what is required for this great virtue. Listen as Fr. Mattingly explains what else is required, illustrated by no less than five practical examples (not sure of the exact number of examples he gave… lost count!).
In today’s Gospel for the Feast of St. Bartholomew (also known as Nathaniel), Jesus praises this apostle for having “no duplicity in him.” Listen as Fr. Mattingly describes the virtue of sincerity (the opposite of duplicity), and three situations in which you can practice this virtue.
Listen as Fr. Mattingly unpacks some potential motives that may have been behind the question posed to Jesus in today's Gospel: "Lord, will only a few people be saved?"
If you've ever felt that serving the Lord is a burdensome task, you'll want to listen in to this short homily!
Tune in for an interesting reflection from Fr. Mattingly on this glorious feast day. He dives into the relationship between sin and death primarily, but also some more positive themes, too!
Listen as Fr. Mattingly outlines the two manifestations of the virtue of fortitude, honing in particularly on endurance, or grit, while giving many practical examples of what this looks like in the life of a Catholic.
Tune in to hear why one of the things that helped St. Clare to become a saint is vital for us to imitate if we are to become saints as well.
Listen in to hear Fr. Mattingly describe briefly the life if this early revered martyr (3rd century), and a lesson from his life to be imitated.
Today's Gospel features two of Jesus' most common themes of preaching: money and vigilance. Listen in as Fr. Mattingly describes the connection between how we deal with money and material things on the one hand, and the vigilance of our hearts about spiritual things on the other.
Listen as Fr. Mattingly explains the history of today’s feast day, once known as Our Lady of Snows, now known as the Feast of the Dedication of St. Mary Major.
Today’s Gospel features the Canaanite woman who is turned away twice by Jesus in her request, but who eventually grants her request. Listen as Fr. Mattingly explains why God sometimes seems to “delay” in answering our prayers for good things.
Tune in as Fr. Mattingly explains five important principles to help married couples know how to discern God's will regarding openness to life throughout their marriage, and how NFP plays a part in that. You won't want to miss these super-important and practical bits of information that could change the trajectory of your family (or a family you know) for eternity!
This trio of siblings were unique friends of Jesus during His public life – their home in Bethany was a place where Our Lord found rest. Listen as Fr. Mattingly describes three ways to make our souls a “little Bethany” -- a place of welcome rest for Jesus.
Learn about the radical nature of Christian discipleship hidden beneath the two parables of today’s Gospel: the treasure hidden in the field, and the pearl of great price.
Even though Mary was conceived without original sin, she still needed good formation like any child. Enter her parents, Sts. Joachim & Anne. Listen as Fr. Mattingly utilizes a helpful analogy for parenting to highlight three important ways today’s married couple would have formed our Blessed Mother – three things all parents should keep in mind.
It’s very easy to lose the fire and fervor of our initial love for Jesus – tune in as Fr. Mattingly describes two important ways to make sure we don’t grow lukewarm in our love for Him.
Is there any particular type of prayer that the saints all say has unique importance for the Christian life? Yes! Listen in as Fr. Mattingly describes what meditative (mental) prayer is, why it's essential, what risks we run if we don't daily engage it, and some practical tips on how to get started.
"The harvest is abundant, but the laborers are few." Are you a dormant laborer when it comes to reaching souls for Christ? Listen in as Fr. Mattingly describes why a lack of knowledge about heaven and hell often prevents Catholics from being more courageous evangelizers.
Tune in to learn about St. Irenaeus (d. 202 A.D.), one of the earliest and most important theologians in the Church, and hear Fr. Mattingly dissect his most famous quote.
In this homily Fr. Mattingly reflects on key aspects of the pro-life movement over the past fifty years and looks ahead to a post-Roe world and how Catholics should approach that world.
Often when someone hears the word “charity”, they may think of some nice little gesture of compassion or kindness. But the virtue of charity, or love, is much greater than that. One of the titles for the Holy Eucharist is the “sacrament of charity.” Listen in to learn three ways in which the burning love of Jesus Christ for each of us is found hidden in the Holy Eucharist.
What is the “treasure in heaven” that Jesus says we should store up in today’s Gospel? Tune in to find out what it is, and how to make it grow.
One of the most common symbols for the Holy Spirit in the Bible is a Fire. Learn in this homily how, with our cooperation, the Holy Spirit can purify and transform not only our actions and thoughts, but even our very desires and emotions. You won’t want to miss this homily – it is ripe with images, examples, and practical advice.
Many people think heaven sounds fairly unexciting. Those people have no idea what heaven actually is. As we meditate today on Jesus' ascension into heaven, tune in to take note of why heaven is what we all want more than anything in the world, even if we don't know it.
Jesus tells us that He has come from the Father, and is returning to Him. This is the same journey we are all meant to make… created by the Father, and returning to Him. To successfully make that journey back to Him, something very important must be kept in mind – tune in to find out what it is!
A time-honored method of evangelization in the Church’s history is to preach the Gospel first to leaders (kings, queens, and such), which would often result in their subjects following suit, if the leader converted. This method was used by St. Augustine of Canterbury, today’s saint. We may not have kings and queens or “higher-ups” to influence, but there are people we all know in our daily lives who have incredible influence. Listen in to find out who they are, and to be inspired to go on mission to them!
God has always desired to dwell with His people, but the way He now chooses to dwell with us is not sufficiently grasped by most Catholics. It’s radical, undreamt-of, beyond our comprehension, wonderful.
Why does Jesus repeatedly tell the apostles to plan to be persecuted, ridiculed, and hated, when they’re sent out to preach “Good News”? Most people don’t react to good news with hatred – that seems rather odd. How do we understand this paradox? Tune in to find out!
Many Catholics find it easy to relate to Jesus as Lord, but a little more difficult to relate to Him as “friend.” In truth, we need to have a relationship with Him as both Lord AND friend. Tune in to learn how!
Fr. Johnson (pastor of Good Counsel) celebrated his 10-year anniversary today, so Fr. Mattingly took the occasion to speak on the importance of persevering prayer for priests over the long-term.
Listen as Fr. Mattingly breaks down the vine and branches image from John 15 to describe how we can fall into one of three categories as a “branch” connected to the vine of Christ, and which category you do and don’t want to fall into!
Time is one of the most precious gifts of God, and we will be held accountable for how we used every day, hour, and minute. May it all be used for the glory of God!
Listen as Fr. Mattingly describes the three core requests of Our Lady in her apparitions in 1917 to three shepherd children in the small town of Fatima, Portugal.
Listen in to learn about the heroic courage of a 14-year old boy who gave his life for Christ.
Christ is the light of the world. But did you know that this Light, which is Christ, has the specific function of enlightening our intellect to know important truths? Tune in for more!
In this meditation, Fr. Mattingly speaks to leaders of City on a Hill about the importance of the virtue of courage, something that is becoming more and more necessary in our culture in order to live even a baseline Christian life.
We heard earlier this week about the leaked majority opinion of the Supreme Court to overturn Roe v. Wade. How do we make sense of the intense backlash and the specific targeting of Catholicism by those who are pro-abortion? Listen as Fr. Mattingly answers that question and much more in this homily!
Jesus, from the Cross, gave Mary to all believers as their mother. Therefore, developing a relationship with her isn’t a peripheral aspect of our Faith. May is a special month to deepen, renew, and expand our relationship with Mary.
Fr. Mattingly describes the spiritual war underlying the recent tension surrounding the leaked Roe v. Wade decision, and also issues a reminder that, like Saul in the 1st reading, conversion is possible even for the most virulent opponents of Truth, Goodness, and Beauty.
What are promptings of the Holy Spirit? How often do they occur? What kinds of things does the Holy Spirit prompt in us? Tune in to find out! This homily is based on the daily readings on 5/5/22: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/050522.cfm
Have you been to the parish of Our Lady of Good Counsel in KC? Ever wondered about the history of that title for Our Lady? Turns out it includes a warrior-king, a miraculous image of Our Lady, a holy widow, the Ottoman Empire, and more. Tune in!
An invisible stigmata, surviving only on the Eucharist, advising multiple popes… these are only some of the wild and crazy moments in the life of St. Catherine of Siena (1347-1380), one of the greatest saints of all time. Tune in to be inspired by her life!
The disciples of Jesus, even in the midst of the very first persecution of the Church (Acts 8), never stopped preaching the Gospel. Neither should we. In season or out of season, we must bear witness!
In this homily, discover the difference between true courage and false courage as Fr. Mattingly unpacks the saga of the Apostle Peter before and after the Resurrection of Jesus.
The image of Divine Mercy features the phrase: “Jesus, I trust in you.” But what does it actually mean to trust Jesus, and why is He worthy of our trust? Listen in as Fr. Mattingly dives into one of the most powerful messages given to the Church by God in the past century: the message of Divine Mercy and trust.
The Resurrection of Jesus changed everything about human history. In our baptism, we experience a spiritual resurrection, which has forever changed our personal history. Listen as Fr. Mattingly describes why people should be able to notice, by the way we live, that we have been interiorly transformed, renewed, resurrected, through our baptism.
The most gruesome day in the life of Jesus is called “Good” Friday. Listen as Fr. Mattingly describes why this day, which is full of betrayal, torture, mocking, and abandonment, is “good.”
Today is known as “Spy Wednesday,” in reference to it being the day when Judas when to the chief priests and offered to “spy” on Jesus, looking for a good opportunity to hand him over to the priests, if they offered to pay him for it. It is a good moment to first of all ask God to never let us betray Him in that way, but also to strive for the greatest possibility loyalty to Him, staying true and sticking with Him even in our darkest hours.
Listen as Fr. Mattingly talks about the impossibility of following Jesus “halfway”, and the courage we will all need in years to come as the culture pressures us into abandoning the Lord in his hour of greatest need, just as most of the disciples did during His Passion and Death.
Why should we be grateful for the suffering and death of Jesus? What is the difference between Jesus’ physical and spiritual sufferings, and which one was more painful? Tune in to find out!
In today’s Gospel Jesus distinguishes between physical and spiritual slavery, and says He has come to set us free from the latter (i.e. sin). Listen as Fr. Mattingly gives a tip or two on how to cooperate with the grace from Christ to gain gradual freedom from spiritual slavery (sin).
What is forgiveness? Are Catholics obligated to forgive others? Is forgiveness the same as reconciling with someone? Does forgiving mean forgetting? Is it really true that if I don't forgive others, then God won't forgive me? Listen in to find the answers to these and more questions about one of the most unique, foundational, and glorious realities of our faith: forgiveness.
In this homily, Fr. Mattingly makes a connection between the Gospel and an important spiritual work of mercy -- instructing the ignorant. Many people do not believe in Christ and His Church merely due to misunderstandings, not ill-will, and it is up to us to provide knowledge and insight!
In this homily, Fr. Mattingly talks about the devotional practice of making the stations of the cross, and how it should help us grow in sensitivity not only to the sufferings of Our Lord, but the sufferings of others as well.
In today’s Gospel, Our Lord gives good reasons for why his audience should believe that He is from the Father, and also points out obstacles to why they refuse to believe those reasons. Fr. Mattingly points out that we also must study the faith so as to give good reasons to others for why we believe what we do, and that we should also, like Jesus, be able to identify others’ strongest reasons for their positions so as to be able to argue intelligently. As usual, he throws in a few practical tips as well.
What is our motivation for repenting of our sins? In this homily, Fr. Mattingly compares and contrasts the motives that drove the prodigal son to repentance (today’s Gospel) with the motives that drove the apostle Peter to repentance after his three-fold denial of Our Lord. He then draws practical conclusions for how we can grow in deeper and deeper repentance of our own sins.
Fr. Mattingly, in this homily, briefly discusses Mary’s “Fiat” (Let it be done) to the angel Gabriel, which initiated our salvation, and how God similarly waits on us to give Him a “free yes”, a “fiat”, to whatever His will is for our lives.
In this meditation delivered at a women’s retreat, Fr. Mattingly explains the concept and importance of loving God in the “little things” of each day, and gives practical examples of how to do it.
What is almsgiving? Why is it important? How do you do it? Learn a little bit about the historical importance of almsgiving and be inspired by this homily to sell everything you have, give to the poor, and live in a van down by the river. Just kidding. Sort of.
In this homily, delivered at a women’s retreat, Fr. Mattingly explains St. Joseph as a model of accepting and embracing all of our life experiences as coming directly from God’s hands. If you want to live in true freedom, it is necessary to accept and live in reality instead of in an imaginary world of wishful thinking – a very easy trap in which to fall!
Have you heard St. Paul’s advice about “praying without ceasing” (1 Ts 5:17)? How is that even possible? To pray at every single moment of the day sounds like a pipe-dream! In this homily, Fr. Mattingly explains that unceasing prayer IS possible, and gives three “contexts” or “settings” of our normal day, how prayer looks different in these various contexts, and provides advice on how to slowly begin working towards the goal of “unceasing prayer.”
In this homily, Fr. Mattingly lays out a sketch of the history of the practice of fasting in the Church, from the time of Jesus until now. He goes on to encourage more generous fasting during Lent, pointing out four spiritual benefits to the practice.
Father Andrew Mattingly is a priest for the Diocese of Kansas City – St. Joseph. He is currently the associate pastor at Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish, as well as the diocesan director for young adults and campus ministry.
Fr. Mattingly speaks about what it means to “return to the Lord,” and then offers a visual meditation of sorts in order to help us facilitate that “return” throughout Lent.
Father Andrew Mattingly is a priest for the Diocese of Kansas City – St. Joseph. He is currently the associate pastor at Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish, as well as the diocesan director for young adults and campus ministry.
This episode features his homily on March 2nd, 2022, Ash Wednesday.
In this two-part homily, Fr. Mattingly first explains how there is something lacking in the way that most Catholics approach the season of Lent, and how you might adopt a fresh perspective. Second, he draws on Jesus’ parable from the Gospel to explain the importance of self-knowledge, and how we can grow in it.
Father Andrew Mattingly is a priest for the Diocese of Kansas City – St. Joseph. He is currently the associate pastor at Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish, as well as the diocesan director for young adults and campus ministry.
This episode features his homily on February 27th, 2022, the eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time.
In the Gospel reading this Sunday, Jesus teaches about the radical notion of willing the good of our enemies, even when they will evil for you. In this homily, Fr. Mattingly discusses three types of “enemies” we may come across in our lives, and the unique opportunity that can arise from each situation.
Father Andrew Mattingly is a priest for the Diocese of Kansas City – St. Joseph. He is currently the associate pastor at Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish, as well as the diocesan director for young adults and campus ministry.
This episode features his homily on February 20th, 2022, the seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time.
Acedia, sometimes called the “noonday devil,” is one of the most formidable obstacles to holiness. In this meditation, Fr. Mattingly describes what acedia is and how to overcome it.
Father Andrew Mattingly is a priest for the Diocese of Kansas City – St. Joseph. He is currently the associate pastor at Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish, as well as the diocesan director for young adults and campus ministry.
The first reading and the Gospel this Sunday highlight parallel experiences in the lives of Isaiah and Peter. Father Mattingly reflects on four aspects present in both stories and examines how these must also play out in our lives.
Father Andrew Mattingly is a priest for the Diocese of Kansas City – St. Joseph. He is currently the associate pastor at Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish, as well as the diocesan director for young adults and campus ministry.
This episode features his homily on February 6th, 2022, the fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time.
In this homily, Father Mattingly reflects on the virtue of charity and dives into the two aspects of the virtue – love of God and love of neighbor.
Father Andrew Mattingly is a priest for the Diocese of Kansas City – St. Joseph. He is currently the associate pastor at Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish, as well as the diocesan director for young adults and campus ministry.
This episode features his homily on January 30th, 2022, the fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time.
In this extended teaching, Fr. Mattingly explains why we should be motivated to seek ongoing conversion every day, and offers in-depth explanation of three concrete ways to go about it.
Father Andrew Mattingly is a priest for the Diocese of Kansas City – St. Joseph. He is currently the associate pastor at Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish, as well as the diocesan director for young adults and campus ministry.
In this homily, Father Mattingly reflects on the Wedding at Cana and how we can apply what we learn from the interaction between Jesus and His mother to our own crosses and suffering.
Father Andrew Mattingly is a priest for the Diocese of Kansas City – St. Joseph. He is currently the associate pastor at Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish, as well as the diocesan director for young adults and campus ministry.
This episode features his homily on January 16th, 2022, the second Sunday in Ordinary Time.
In this homily on the Feast of the Baptism of our Lord, Fr. Mattingly discusses the most fundamental reason Jesus is pleasing to His Father – it is solely because He is His son. Fr. Mattingly reflects on what this means for parents as well as our own relationship with God the Father. God’s love for us is not dependent on what we do. It doesn’t change based on our love for Him. There is no greater security than knowing the God of the universe loves you with an unconditional love.
Father Andrew Mattingly is a priest for the Diocese of Kansas City – St. Joseph. He is currently the associate pastor at Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish, as well as the diocesan director for young adults and campus ministry.
This episode features his homily on January 9th, 2022.
In this homily on the Feast of the Epiphany, Fr. Mattingly discusses how Epiphany means manifestation, and the Feast celebrates the first instance of the Messiah manifesting Himself to the nations. Fr. Mattingly reflects on the humble ways God often manifests Himself, like through the promptings of the Holy Spirit and in the Eucharist – His flesh that appears to be simply bread and wine. The more we say yes to Him in small promptings, the more clear He becomes in our lives.
Father Andrew Mattingly is a priest for the Diocese of Kansas City – St. Joseph. He is currently the associate pastor at Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish, as well as the diocesan director for young adults and campus ministry.
This episode features his homily on January 2nd, 2022.
In this homily on the Feast of the Holy Family, Fr. Mattingly offers three areas of the life of the Holy Family to meditate on in imaginative prayer. He reflects on what their relationships with each other would have looked like on a daily basis, their relationships with people outside of their family, and how they would have gone about their daily work.
Father Andrew Mattingly is a priest for the Diocese of Kansas City – St. Joseph. He is currently the associate pastor at Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish, as well as the diocesan director for young adults and campus ministry.
This episode features his homily on December 26th, 2021.
In this homily on Christmas, Father Mattingly reflects on the child Jesus as our savior from sin. Sin is the greatest disease the world has ever seen, and the real joy of Christmas is that we were destined for eternal death, but God came to save us. Fr. Mattingly reflects on the question: are we satisfied with this kind of savior, one whose priority is to rescue us from sin, or do we look for a different kind of savior?
Father Andrew Mattingly is a priest for the Diocese of Kansas City – St. Joseph. He is currently the associate pastor at Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish, as well as the diocesan director for young adults and campus ministry.
This episode features his homily on Christmas Day, December 25th, 2021.
In this homily, Father Mattingly discusses how we can cultivate a proper attitude toward God’s will and the difference between being resigned to God’s will and loving God’s will.
Father Andrew Mattingly is a priest for the Diocese of Kansas City – St. Joseph. He is currently the associate pastor at Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish, as well as the diocesan director for young adults and campus ministry.
This episode features his homily on December 19th, 2021, the fourth Sunday of Advent.
In this homily, Father Mattingly discusses the beauty and rarity of true Christian friendship. It is a reason to rejoice! We have the responsibility of spreading our experience of deep Christian friendship to others outside of our immediate community. In this way we don’t just help others feel better, but we bring God to them through our friendship.
Father Andrew Mattingly is a priest for the Diocese of Kansas City – St. Joseph. He is currently the associate pastor at Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish, as well as the diocesan director for young adults and campus ministry.
This episode features his homily on December 4th, 2021, the third Sunday of Advent.
In this homily on the second Sunday of Advent, Father Mattingly discusses conversion and gives examples of three people at differing levels of conversion. He explains how to know where we are in our own conversions and how to best help those around us to come to a full conversion.
Father Andrew Mattingly is a priest for the Diocese of Kansas City – St. Joseph. He is currently the associate pastor at Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish, as well as the diocesan director for young adults and campus ministry.
This episode features his homily on December 4th, 2021, the second Sunday of Advent.
In this homily on the feast of Christ the King, Father Mattingly talks about Jesus’s role of king, which primarily takes the role of governing and guiding the faithful to Heaven through service. He compares this to ways we are called to lead others through serving them well in the context of our lives.
Father Andrew Mattingly is a priest for the Diocese of Kansas City – St. Joseph. He is currently the associate pastor at Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish, as well as the diocesan director for young adults and campus ministry.
This episode features his homily on November 21, 2021, the Solemnity of our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe.
In this homily, Fr. Mattingly talks about apocalyptic literature and what we know about the end of time. He discusses four themes of apocalyptic literature: that there will be a battle between good and evil, the Lord wins the victory, He will pass judgment, and there will be an establishment of a new kingdom. These themes must also be played out in our individual souls, and Fr. Mattingly talks about temptation and how we can live in peace by fighting temptations in our lives every day.
Father Andrew Mattingly is a priest for the Diocese of Kansas City – St. Joseph. He is currently the associate pastor at Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish, as well as the diocesan director for young adults and campus ministry.
This episode features his homily on November 14th, 2021, the 33rd Sunday of Ordinary Time.
In this homily, Fr. Mattingly talks about the two widows in the readings who gave not from their surplus, but from their necessities. From time to time, the Lord will ask us to do the same. Fr. Mattingly discusses three areas in which we’re called to give everything to God: our material resources, time, and attention.
Father Andrew Mattingly is a priest for the Diocese of Kansas City – St. Joseph. He is currently the associate pastor at Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish, as well as the diocesan director for young adults and campus ministry.
This episode features his homily on November 7th, 2021, the 32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time.
Father Andrew Mattingly is a priest for the Diocese of Kansas City – St. Joseph. He is currently the associate pastor at Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish, as well as the diocesan director for young adults and campus ministry.
This episode features his homily on All Saints Day.
In this week's homily, Father Mattingly reflects on the greatest commandment, that God wants the entirety of who we are – not a partial gift of self. What motivates saints to love God with their whole being is their understanding that God has already given them everything. God wants all of our heart, soul, mind, and strength. Fr. Mattingly dives into each of these in detail and offers ways to practice this commandment daily.
Father Andrew Mattingly is a priest for the Diocese of Kansas City – St. Joseph. He is currently the associate pastor at Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish, as well as the diocesan director for young adults and campus ministry.
This episode features his homily on 10/31/21, the 31st Sunday of Ordinary Time.
Fr. Mattingly, for the first time, preaches on the Psalm from this Sunday. He shares that real Christian joy springs from knowing what the Lord has done for you! Can you answer the question of what the Lord has done for you in your life?
Father Andrew Mattingly is a priest for the Diocese of Kansas City – St. Joseph. He is currently the associate pastor at Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish, as well as the diocesan director for young adults and campus ministry.
This episode features his homily on 10/24/21, the 30th Sunday of Ordinary Time.
On the week of the memorial of St. Faustina, Fr. Mattingly speaks about the life of the saint and the Lord's intention for the message of Divine Mercy. He shares what we can learn from St. Faustina, specifically her firm resolve to become a saint, specific resolutions she made in order to grow toward sainthood, and her fulfillment of her personal mission from God – spreading and embodying the message of His Divine Mercy.
Father Andrew Mattingly is a priest for the Diocese of Kansas City – St. Joseph. He is currently the associate pastor at Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish, as well as the diocesan director for young adults and campus ministry.
This episode features his homily from 10/10/21, and is based on the Mass readings for the memorial of St. Faustina at the Shrine of Divine Mercy in Kansas City, Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish.
Father Andrew Mattingly is a priest for the Diocese of Kansas City – St. Joseph. He is currently the associate pastor at Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish, as well as the diocesan director for young adults and campus ministry.
This episode features his homily on 10/7/21, the Feast of the Holy Rosary.
In this week's homily, Fr. Mattingly shares on the church teaching of two becoming one in marriage, and the teaching of the indissolubility of marriage. And the importance of supporting and upholding marriage and family life!
Father Andrew Mattingly is a priest for the Diocese of Kansas City – St. Joseph. He is currently the associate pastor at Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish, as well as the diocesan director for young adults and campus ministry.
This episode features his homily on 10/3/21.
Father Andrew Mattingly is a priest for the Diocese of Kansas City – St. Joseph. He is currently the associate pastor at Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish, as well as the diocesan director for young adults and campus ministry.
Father Andrew Mattingly is a priest for the Diocese of Kansas City – St. Joseph. He is currently the associate pastor at Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish, as well as the diocesan director for young adults and campus ministry.
Father Andrew Mattingly is a priest for the Diocese of Kansas City – St. Joseph. He is currently the associate pastor at Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish, as well as the diocesan director for young adults and campus ministry.
Father Andrew Mattingly is a priest for the Diocese of Kansas City – St. Joseph. He is currently the associate pastor at Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish, as well as the diocesan director for young adults and campus ministry.
The Gospel this week, from John 15, is some of Father Mattingly's favorite verses in the bible. What do the vine and the branches have to do with you today? How can you abide and remain in the Christ? Father Mattingly gives several practical ways to abide in the Lord, and the fruit that will come when you do!
Father Andrew Mattingly is a priest for the Diocese of Kansas City – St. Joseph. He is currently the associate pastor at Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish, as well as the diocesan director for young adults and campus ministry.
Father Andrew Mattingly is a priest for the Diocese of Kansas City – St. Joseph. He is currently the associate pastor at Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish, as well as the diocesan director for young adults and campus ministry.
Father Andrew Mattingly is a priest for the Diocese of Kansas City – St. Joseph. He is currently the associate pastor at Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish, as well as the diocesan director for young adults and campus ministry.
Father Andrew Mattingly is a priest for the Diocese of Kansas City – St. Joseph. He is currently the associate pastor at Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish, as well as the diocesan director for young adults and campus ministry.
Father Andrew Mattingly is a priest for the Diocese of Kansas City – St. Joseph. He is currently the associate pastor at Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish, as well as the diocesan director for young adults and campus ministry.
In honor of Corpus Christi Sunday, Father Mattingly shares a number of modern day stories about the Eucharist. Listen to this episode today to stir up your love of Jesus, especially in the Eucharist!
Father Andrew Mattingly is a priest for the Diocese of Kansas City – St. Joseph. He is currently the associate pastor at Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish, as well as the diocesan director for young adults and campus ministry.
The Gospel for the next few weeks will come from John chapter 6, the chapter where Jesus most extensively teaches on the Eucharist. Fr. Mattingly will spend the next few weeks (aside from Aug. 15, as he will be out of town) preaching on various aspects of the Eucharist.
Listen to the homily from August 1 to hear on the worthy reception of the Eucharist! Fr. Mattingly shares how you personally can be prepared to receive the Eucharist, as well as a breakdown on the Canon Law of the reception of the Eucharist.
Father Andrew Mattingly is a priest for the Diocese of Kansas City – St. Joseph. He is currently the associate pastor at Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish, as well as the diocesan director for young adults and campus ministry.
Need inspiration on growing in patience and persevering in laboring for the Lord? Tune in to this episode!!
Father Andrew Mattingly is a priest for the Diocese of Kansas City – St. Joseph. He is currently the associate pastor at Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish, as well as the diocesan director for young adults and campus ministry.
How to react after listening to this homily:
1) Reflect on the gifts the Lord has given you (financially, intellectually, spiritually, talents, skills, etc.).
2) Consider how the Lord may be asking you to offer each gift for His glory.
Father Andrew Mattingly is a priest for the Diocese of Kansas City – St. Joseph. He is currently the associate pastor at Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish, as well as the diocesan director for young adults and campus ministry.
Fr. Mattingly dives into what we believe, as Catholics, in the role of physical pain in our lives. We are body and soul, and each of us experience some sort of physical pain in our lives. Father Mattingly shares some practical ways on how to approach the physical pain we experience.
Father Andrew Mattingly is a priest for the Diocese of Kansas City – St. Joseph. He is currently the associate pastor at Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish, as well as the diocesan director for young adults and campus ministry.
Fr. Mattingly shares the importance of resting well, and some practical tips on how to rest well to glorify the Lord. If you are perpetually exhausted, mentally or physically, this is a homily for you!
Father Andrew Mattingly is a priest for the Diocese of Kansas City – St. Joseph. He is currently the associate pastor at Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish, as well as the diocesan director for young adults and campus ministry.
Father Andrew Mattingly is a priest for the Diocese of Kansas City – St. Joseph. He is currently the associate pastor at Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish, as well as the diocesan director for young adults and campus ministry.
The Gospel for the next few weeks will come from John chapter 6, the chapter where Jesus most extensively teaches on the Eucharist. Fr. Mattingly will spend the next few weeks (aside from Aug. 15, as he will be out of town) preaching on various aspects of the Eucharist.
Listen to the homily from August 8 to hear how to best prepare to receive Most Holy Communion. Fr. Mattingly shares some very practical tips on how to prepare remotely, prior to coming to Holy Mass. And how to prepare while at Mass, prior to receiving the Blessed Sacrament!
Father Andrew Mattingly is a priest for the Diocese of Kansas City – St. Joseph. He is currently the associate pastor at Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish, as well as the diocesan director for young adults and campus ministry.
The Gospel for the next few weeks will come from John chapter 6, the chapter where Jesus most extensively teaches on the Eucharist. Fr. Mattingly will spend the next few weeks preaching on various aspects of the Blessed Sacrament.
Listen to the homily from August 22 to hear about receiving Holy Communion, on the hand or on the tongue.
Father Andrew Mattingly is a priest for the Diocese of Kansas City – St. Joseph. He is currently the associate pastor at Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish, as well as the diocesan director for young adults and campus ministry.
The Gospel for the next few weeks will come from John chapter 6, the chapter where Jesus most extensively teaches on the Eucharist. Fr. Mattingly will spend the next few weeks preaching on various aspects of the Blessed Sacrament.
Listen to the final homily on the Most Holy Eucharist from August 29, to hear some practical tips on how to best use the moments after receiving Holy Communion.
Father Andrew Mattingly is a priest for the Diocese of Kansas City – St. Joseph. He is currently the associate pastor at Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish, as well as the diocesan director for young adults and campus ministry.
In light of the Gospel where Jesus is tempted in the desert, Fr. Mattingly shares what temptations are and how to combat against them!
Father Andrew Mattingly is a priest for the Diocese of Kansas City – St. Joseph. He is currently the associate pastor at Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish, as well as the diocesan director for young adults and campus ministry.
This episode features a Homily from February 21, 2021. First reading: Genesis 9:8-15. Psalm: 25. Second reading: Peter 3:18-22. Gospel: Mark 1:12-15.
Redemptive suffering "allows the light of the risen Christ to manifest itself in and through the pain and suffering of this life". Father Mattingly addresses how to suffer well, meaning in the light of the resurrection. Redemptive suffering is a hallmark of Christianity, allowing redemption in the darkest parts of human experiences.
Father Andrew Mattingly is a priest for the Diocese of Kansas City – St. Joseph. He is currently the associate pastor at Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish, as well as the diocesan director for young adults and campus ministry.
Father Mattingly hits on four or five points on what the Catholic Church believes regarding the salvation of souls! First and foremost: God desires salvation of all human beings, and desires for every person to be in heaven with him and to come to knowledge of the truth. Tune in to hear more, including a call to action!
Father Andrew Mattingly is a priest for the Diocese of Kansas City – St. Joseph. He is currently the associate pastor at Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish, as well as the diocesan director for young adults and campus ministry.
Our Lady of Good Counsel is the Diocesan Shrine to Divine Mercy - listen to Fr. Mattingly's homily on the depth of the Lord's mercy that he has for you and for the whole world!
Father Andrew Mattingly is a priest for the Diocese of Kansas City – St. Joseph. He is currently the associate pastor at Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish, as well as the diocesan director for young adults and campus ministry.
Listen to this episode today to prepare your heart to enter into Holy Week! Have you ever thought about the wounds of Christ in correlation with how quickly He is to offer forgiveness?
Father Andrew Mattingly is a priest for the Diocese of Kansas City – St. Joseph. He is currently the associate pastor at Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish, as well as the diocesan director for young adults and campus ministry.
"Truly, truly, I say to you, unless a grain of wheat falls into the earth and dies, it remains alone; but if it dies, it bears much fruit. He who loves his life loses it, and he who hates his life in this world will keep it for eternal life. If any one serves me, he must follow me; and where I am, there shall my servant be also; if any one serves me, the Father will honor him." - John 12
Father Mattingly shares what it may look like for someone to fall to the ground and die, with two fictional examples of people: Bill and Jill.
Father Andrew Mattingly is a priest for the Diocese of Kansas City – St. Joseph. He is currently the associate pastor at Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish, as well as the diocesan director for young adults and campus ministry.
In the Gospel of John (chapter 9), Jesus heals a blind man. How is the relatable to you in present day? In this homily, Father Mattingly expounds upon this question and how to come to the answers to life's biggest questions, to discover truths rooted in faith.
Father Andrew Mattingly is a priest for the Diocese of Kansas City – St. Joseph. He is currently the associate pastor at Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish, as well as the diocesan director for young adults and campus ministry.
The Gospel of the Woman at the Well has been the Gospel read on the third Sunday of Lent for 1,500 years. What was Jesus really referencing when He used the word 'thirst'? And how can you apply it to your own life today?
Father Andrew Mattingly is a priest for the Diocese of Kansas City – St. Joseph. He is currently the associate pastor at Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish, as well as the diocesan director for young adults and campus ministry.
The Gospel reading of the transfiguration begs the question of why Jesus would share this moment with Peter, James, and John. Father Mattingly explains how this moment was to strengthen their faith & remind the apostles of their calling.
Father Andrew Mattingly is a priest for the Diocese of Kansas City – St. Joseph. He is currently the associate pastor at Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish, as well as the diocesan director for young adults and campus ministry.
This episode features a Homily from February 28, 2021. First reading: Genesis 22:1-18. Psalm: 116. Second reading: Romans 8:31-34. Gospel: Mark 9:2-10.
Conversion is one movement, with two parts. Turning away from sin, and turning towards God. Tune in to hear how you can apply this in your lenten preparations!
Father Andrew Mattingly is a priest for the Diocese of Kansas City – St. Joseph. He is currently the associate pastor at Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish, as well as the diocesan director for young adults and campus ministry.
This episode features a Homily from February 14, 2021. First reading: Leviticus 13:1-2, 44-46. Psalm: 32. Second reading: 1 Corinthians 10:31-11:1. Gospel: Mark 1:40-45.
Do you have a zeal for souls? What does that even mean? What does it mean to live with the disposition of a love for God and a zeal for souls? Father Mattingly expounds on these questions in this weeks homily, focusing on St. Paul's life and writings.
Father Andrew Mattingly is a priest for the Diocese of Kansas City – St. Joseph. He is currently the associate pastor at Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish, as well as the diocesan director for young adults and campus ministry.
This episode features a Homily from February 7, 2021. First reading: Job 7:1-4, 6-7. Psalm: 147. Second reading: 1 Corinthians 9:16-19, 22-23. Gospel: Mark 1:29-39.
Father Andrew Mattingly is a priest for the Diocese of Kansas City – St. Joseph. He is currently the associate pastor at Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish, as well as the diocesan director for young adults and campus ministry. This episode features his Homily from January 31, 2021. First reading: Deuteronomy 18:15-20. Psalm: 95. Second reading: 1 Corinthians 7:32-35. Gospel: Mark 1:21-28.
Father Andrew Mattingly is a priest for the Diocese of Kansas City – St. Joseph. He is currently the associate pastor at Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish, as well as the diocesan director for young adults and campus ministry. This episode features his Homily from January 24, 2021. First reading: Jonah 3:1-5, 10. Second reading: 1 Corinthians 7:29-31. Gospel: Mark 1:14-20.
"He has done all things well." People were drawn to the Lord, because of this. Because Jesus did all things well, people were attracted to him.
Father Andrew Mattingly is a priest for the Diocese of Kansas City – St. Joseph. He is currently the associate pastor at Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish, as well as the diocesan director for young adults and campus ministry.
The Gospel for the next 6 weeks will come from John chapter 6, the chapter where Jesus most extensively teaches on the Eucharist. Fr. Mattingly will spend the next 6 weeks (aside from Aug. 15, as he will be out of town) preaching on various aspects of the Eucharist.
Listen to the homily from July 25 to hear on how to grow in piety of the Eucharist. Fr. Mattingly gives a few practical ways to increase reverence and piety for the Eucharist!
Father Andrew Mattingly is a priest for the Diocese of Kansas City – St. Joseph. He is currently the associate pastor at Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish, as well as the diocesan director for young adults and campus ministry.
Father Andrew Mattingly is a priest for the Diocese of Kansas City – St. Joseph. He is currently the associate pastor at Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish, as well as the diocesan director for young adults and campus ministry. This episode features his Homily from the Baptism of the Lord (January 10, 2021).