http://stmarymanayunk.com/ Fr. Jim's Weekly Homily en-us Catholic Church No Fr. Jim's Weekly Homily Weekly Homily of Fr. Jim of St. Mary of the Assumption at Manayunk, PA Fr. Jim cglantz@stmarymanayunk.com www.stmarymanayunk.com Podcast Image Homily Fr Jim St Mary Manayunk http://www.stmarymanayunk.com/audio/Audio-FrJim-Homily-Epiphany.wma Explanation Point: The Magi represents all people seeking God. Application Point: Name the Magi in your life who are searching for God. Take steps to help them. Fr. Jim Mon, January 03, 2010 17:00:00 -0700 No Homily Fr Jim St Mary Manayunk Fr. Jim 9:53 http://www.stmarymanayunk.com/audio/Audio-FrJim-Homily-holyfamily.wma Explanation Point: Though He was Divine, Jesus grows up in a very human family. Application Point: Be deliberate about creating a culture of faith in your home. Fr. Jim Mon, December 28, 2009 17:00:00 -0700 No Homily Fr Jim St Mary Manayunk Fr. Jim 9:53 http://www.stmarymanayunk.com/audio/Audio-FrJim-Homily-Advent3.wma Explanation Point: Treating people fairly and justly prepares us for the coming of the Lord. Application Point: Social justice requires individual and collective responses. Pay attention to both. Fr. Jim Mon, December 14th, 2009 17:00:00 -0700 No Homily Fr Jim St Mary Manayunk Fr. Jim 9:53 http://www.stmarymanayunk.com/audio/Audio-FrJim-Homily-Advent2.wma Explanation Point: John the Baptist delivers a message of hope and joy to the people of his time and place. Application Point: Deliver a message of hope and joy to the people of your time and place. Fr. Jim Mon, December 7th, 2009 17:00:00 -0700 No Homily Fr Jim St Mary Manayunk Fr. Jim 9:53 http://www.stmarymanayunk.com/audio/Audio-FrJim-Homily-33(1)OT.wma Explanation Point: The end of the world and our eventual death challenges every generation to make a decision about Christ. Application Point: This week, reflect on your mortaliy and the preciousness of time. Fr. Jim Mon, November 16th, 2009 17:00:00 -0700 No Homily Fr Jim St Mary Manayunk Fr. Jim 9:53 http://www.stmarymanayunk.com/audio/Audio-FrJim-Homily-33OT.wma Explanation Point: Jesus condemns the motives of the scribes and the crowd while commending the motive of the widow. Application Point: Be brutally honest with yourself regarding what motivates you in your spiritual life . Invite the honest input of those you trust. Fr. Jim Mon, November 9nd, 2009 17:00:00 -0700 No Homily Fr Jim St Mary Manayunk Fr. Jim 9:53 http://www.stmarymanayunk.com/audio/Audio-FrJim-Homily-30sunordtime.wma Explanation Point: Bartimeus represents the ideal disciple who chooses to follow Jesus. Application Point: Recognize and be grateful for the ways that you are a good disciple of Jesus Christ.. Fr. Jim Mon, October 26th, 2009 17:00:00 -0700 No Homily Fr Jim St Mary Manayunk Fr. Jim 9:53 http://www.stmarymanayunk.com/audio/Audio-FrJim-Homily-29sunordtime.wma Explanation Point: Jesus condemns the sense of entitlement demonstrated by His disciples. Application Point: In whatever roles of responsibility you have, practice servant-leadership. Fr. Jim Mon, October 19th, 2009 17:00:00 -0700 No Homily Fr Jim St Mary Manayunk Fr. Jim 9:53 http://www.stmarymanayunk.com/audio/Audio-FrJim-Homily-28sunordtime.wma Explanation Point: Jesus challenges His disciples to make a total and radical commitment. Application Point: Identify what distracts you from making a total and radical commitment to Jesus Christ. This week address it. Fr. Jim Mon, October 11th, 2009 17:00:00 -0700 No Homily Fr Jim St Mary Manayunk Fr. Jim 9:53 http://www.stmarymanayunk.com/audio/Audio-FrJim-Homily-27sunordtime.wma Explanation Point: Jesus reminds us of God's original understanding of marriage. Application Point: Do something to support a marriage this week; your own or someone else's. Fr. Jim Mon, October 4th, 2009 17:00:00 -0700 No Homily Fr Jim St Mary Manayunk Fr. Jim 9:53 http://www.stmarymanayunk.com/audio/Audio-FrJim-Homily-26sunordtime.mp3 Explanation Point: Jesus wants his disciples to do good deeds and to remove the evil in their lives that often influences others. Application Point: Identify one sin that may cause scandal and take steps to eliminate it. Fr. Jim Mon, September 28th, 2009 17:00:00 -0700 No Homily Fr Jim St Mary Manayunk Fr. Jim 9:53 http://www.stmarymanayunk.com/audio/Audio-FrJim-Homily-25sunordtime.wma Explanation Point: Jesus calls His disciples to serve others as He did. Application Point: Perform secret acts of service for someone you know. Fr. Jim Mon, September 21st, 2009 17:00:00 -0700 No Homily Fr Jim St Mary Manayunk Fr. Jim 9:53 http://www.stmarymanayunk.com/audio/Audio-FrJim-Homily-24sunordtime.wma Explanation Point: This is the first time Jesus predicts His suffering...And His disciples will suffer too. Application Point: If you are suffering, share it with others. If others are suffering, let them share it with you. Fr. Jim Mon, September 14th, 2009 17:00:00 -0700 No Homily Fr Jim St Mary Manayunk Fr. Jim 9:53 http://www.stmarymanayunk.com/audio/Audio-FrJim-Homily-23sunordtime.mp3 Explanation Point: Jesus seeks to restore the human body to the condition that God originally intended. Application Point: Do something to show appreciation to a health care professional this week. Fr. Jim Mon, September 6th, 2009 17:00:00 -0700 No Homily Fr Jim St Mary Manayunk Fr. Jim 9:53 http://www.stmarymanayunk.com/audio/Audio-FrJim-Homily-22sunordtime.mp3 Explanation Point: Jesus condemns external practices that substitute for a genuine change of heart. Application Point: Evaluate how you are growing spiritually. Take the next steps in your spiritual growth. Fr. Jim Mon, August 31st, 2009 17:00:00 -0700 No Homily Fr Jim St Mary Manayunk Fr. Jim 9:53 http://www.stmarymanayunk.com/audio/Audio-FrJim-Homily-21thsunordtime.mp3 Explanation Point: Jesus presents us the truth and we either accept it or reject it. Application Point: Take one or two Catholic teachings that make you uncomfortable and wrestle with them. Fr. Jim Mon, August 24th, 2009 17:00:00 -0700 No Homily Fr Jim St Mary Manayunk Fr. Jim 9:53 http://www.stmarymanayunk.com/audio/Audio-FrJim-Homily-20thsunordtime.mp3 Explanation Point:The bread and wine are truly the flesh and blood of Jesus Christ. Application Point: When you receive Communion at Mass, receive reverently. Fr. Jim Mon, August 17th, 2009 17:00:00 -0700 No Homily Fr Jim St Mary Manayunk Fr. Jim 9:53 http://www.stmarymanayunk.com/audio/Audio-FrJimHomily-19thsunordtime.mp3 Explanation Point:At this point in the Bread of Life discourse, Jesus claims equality with God. Application Point: Read the handout on the Catechism from the Catechism of the Catholic Church on the divinity of Jesus. Fr. Jim Mon, August 10th, 2009 17:00:00 -0700 No Homily Fr Jim St Mary Manayunk Fr. Jim 9:53 http://www.stmarymanayunk.com/audio/Audio-FrJimHomily-18thsunordtime.mp3 Explanation Point: Because of His unique relationship with the Father, Jesus offers divine life. Application Point: Complete the handout on divine life and next week place it in the basket in the lobby. Fr. Jim Mon, August 3rd, 2009 17:00:00 -0700 No Homily Fr Jim St Mary Manayunk Fr. Jim 9:53 http://www.stmarymanayunk.com/audio/Audio-FrJim-Homily-17sunordtm.wma Explanation Point: Jesus knows when to rest and when to act. Application Point: Do one thing and drop one thing this week to live a more balanced life like Jesus did. Fr. Jim Mon, July 27th, 2009 17:00:00 -0700 No Homily Fr Jim St Mary Manayunk Fr. Jim 9:53 http://www.stmarymanayunk.com/audio/Audio-FrJim-Homily-16sunordtm.wma Explanation Point: These two miracles remind us that God's Kingdom and Power are breaking into this world. Application Point: Acknowledge and celebrate the ways that you experience God's Kingdom and Power in your life. Fr. Jim Mon, June 29th, 2009 17:00:00 -0700 No Homily Fr Jim St Mary Manayunk Fr. Jim 9:53 http://www.stmarymanayunk.com/audio/Audio-FrJim-Homily-12sunordtm.wma Explanation Point: Because of who he is, Jesus has power over the natural world. Application Point: Write down three areas of chaos in your life. Share them with someone you are close to. Fr. Jim Mon, June 22th, 2009 17:00:00 -0700 No Homily Fr Jim St Mary Manayunk Fr. Jim 9:53 http://www.stmarymanayunk.com/audio/Audio-FrJim-Homily-CorpusChristi.wma Explanation Point: Mark teaches that every Eucharist connects to the Last Supper and the Last Supper connects to the sacrifice of Jesus on the Cross. Application Point: This week go to our website and watch the video on teh Eucharist. Fr. Jim Mon, June 14th, 2009 17:00:00 -0700 No Homily Fr Jim St Mary Manayunk Fr. Jim 9:53 http://www.stmarymanayunk.com/audio/Audio-FrJim-Homily-5thsundayeater.wma Explanation Point: We are called to have an intimate relationship with Jesus. Application Point: This week, say and pray 100 times: I love You Jesus...and You love me. Fr. Jim Mon, April 11th, 2009 17:00:00 -0700 No Homily Fr Jim St Mary Manayunk Fr. Jim 9:53 http://www.stmarymanayunk.com/audio/Audio-FrJim-Homily-PassionSunday09.wma Explanation Point: Even in horrific suffering, Jesus remains obedient to God. Application Point: Attend one of our special liturgies this week. Fr. Jim Mon, April 6th, 2009 17:00:00 -0700 No Homily Fr Jim St Mary Manayunk Fr. Jim 9:53 http://www.stmarymanayunk.com/audio/Audio-FrJim-Homily-5sundlent.wma Explanation Point: Jesus' death is the perfect example of other-centered living. Application Point: Do something sacrificial this week to serve another person. Fr. Jim Mon, March 31th, 2009 17:00:00 -0700 No Homily Fr Jim St Mary Manayunk Fr. Jim 9:53 http://www.stmarymanayunk.com/audio/Audio-FrJim-Homily-4sundlent.wma Explanation Point: Jesus encourages us to choose His light over darkness. Application Point: The things that we keep hidden in the darkness, bring into the light. Fr. Jim Mon, March 23th, 2009 17:00:00 -0700 No Homily Fr Jim St Mary Manayunk Fr. Jim 9:53 http://www.stmarymanayunk.com/audio/Audio-FrJim-Homily-2sundlent.wma Explanation Point: Due to the Bishops visit, please enjoy last week's homily. Application Point:Due to the bishop's visit, please enjoy last week's homily. Fr. Jim Mon, March 16th, 2009 17:00:00 -0700 No Homily Fr Jim St Mary Manayunk Fr. Jim 9:53 http://www.stmarymanayunk.com/audio/Audio-FrJim-Homily-2sundlent.wma Explanation Point: Discipleship requires obedience to Jesus. Application Point: What are the expectations in society that you are called to disobey? This week disobey them. Fr. Jim Mon, March 10th, 2009 17:00:00 -0700 No Homily Fr Jim St Mary Manayunk Fr. Jim 9:53 http://www.stmarymanayunk.com/audio/Audio-FrJim-Homily-1stsundlent.wma Explanation Point: To repent means to rethink. Application Point: Write down one negative thought pattern in your life and do something to change it. Fr. Jim Mon, March 2nd, 2009 17:00:00 -0700 No Homily Fr Jim St Mary Manayunk Fr. Jim 9:53 http://www.stmarymanayunk.com/audio/Audio-FrJim-Homily-7thsunordtime.wma Explanation Point: Jesus can forgive sins because He is the Son of Man. Application Point: Forgive someone who has hurt you. Fr. Jim Mon, February 23th, 2009 17:00:00 -0700 No Homily Fr Jim St Mary Manayunk Fr. Jim 9:53 http://www.stmarymanayunk.com/audio/Audio-FrJim-Homily-6thsunordtime.wma Explanation Point: When it comes to Jesus, misinformation is worse than no information. Application Point: Actively resist the temptation to gossip. Fr. Jim Mon, February 16th, 2009 17:00:00 -0700 No Homily Fr Jim St Mary Manayunk Fr. Jim 9:53 http://www.stmarymanayunk.com/audio/Audio-FrJim-Homily-5thsunordtime.wma Explanation Point: Healings and exorcisms are signs that the Kingdom of God is among us. Application Point: Write a card or letter to a person who is sick. Fr. Jim Mon, February 9nd, 2009 17:00:00 -0700 No Homily Fr Jim St Mary Manayunk Fr. Jim 9:53 http://www.stmarymanayunk.com/audio/Audio-FrJim-Homily-4thsunordtime.wma Explanation Point: Jesus has power over evil. Application Point: This week, renounce evil by prayerfully reciting your Baptismal Vows each day. Fr. Jim Mon, February 2nd, 2009 17:00:00 -0700 No Homily Fr Jim St Mary Manayunk Fr. Jim 9:53 http://www.stmarymanayunk.com/audio/Audio-FrJim-Homily-3rdsunordtime.wma Explanation Point: When Jesus proclaimed the Gospel, it required a deliberate action. Application Point: What is a bold decision the Gospel is challenging you to make? This week, make that decision. Fr. Jim Mon, January 26th, 2009 17:00:00 -0700 No Homily Fr Jim St Mary Manayunk Fr. Jim 9:53 http://www.stmarymanayunk.com/audio/Audio-FrJim-Homily-2ndsunordtime.wma Explanation Point: People's lives were changed by Jesus and they told others about Him. Application Point: Share with someone this week one thing about your faith or parish. Fr. Jim Mon, January 18th, 2009 17:00:00 -0700 No Homily Fr Jim St Mary Manayunk Fr. Jim 9:53 http://www.stmarymanayunk.com/audio/Audio-FrJim-Homily-HolyFamilyMass.wma Explanation Point: Luke's infancy narrative teaches us the importance of the old and the new. Application Point: Do something special this week with your famliy. Fr. Jim Mon, December 29th 2008 17:00:00 -0700 No Homily Fr Jim St Mary Manayunk Fr. Jim 9:53 http://www.stmarymanayunk.com/audio/Audio-FrJim-Homily-4thsundayadvent.wma Explanation Point: God asks for Mary's cooperation and she says yes. Application Point: Take time for prayerful reflection on this week's Gospel passage. Fr. Jim Mon, December 22nd 2008 17:00:00 -0700 No Homily Fr Jim St Mary Manayunk Fr. Jim 9:53 http://www.stmarymanayunk.com/audio/Audio-FrJim-Homily-3rdsundayadvent.wma Explanation Point: We learn who Jesus is by learning who Jesus is not. Application Point: Take a packet of Christmas invitations and distribute them to anyone in your life who might be looking for a place to celebrate Christmas service. Fr. Jim Mon, December 15th 2008 17:00:00 -0700 No Homily Fr Jim St Mary Manayunk Fr. Jim 9:53 http://www.stmarymanayunk.com/audio/Audio-FrJim-Homily-2ndsundayadvent.wma Explanation Point:John the Baptist calls people to radical change. Explanation Point: Prepare to go to Confession next week. Fr. Jim Mon, December 8th 2008 17:00:00 -0700 No Homily Fr Jim St Mary Manayunk Fr. Jim 9:53 http://www.stmarymanayunk.com/audio/Audio-FrJim-Homily-Advent-1stSunday.wma Explanation Point: Jesus warns us to be prepared for His Second Coming. Application Point: Begin using an Advent wreath or calendar this week. Fr. Jim Mon, 31st November 2008 17:00:00 -0700 No Homily Fr Jim St Mary Manayunk Fr. Jim 9:53 http://www.stmarymanayunk.com/audio/Audio-FrJim-Homily-Christ-the-King.wma Explanation Point: We will be judged by the way we treat others. Application Point: Do something for someone in your life who is hurting. Fr. Jim Mon, 24 November 2008 17:00:00 -0700 No Homily Fr Jim St Mary Manayunk Fr. Jim 9:53 http://www.stmarymanayunk.com/audio/Audio-FrJim-Homily-Week33.wma Explanation Point: Jesus condmens complacency. Application Point: This week, do something risky for the Lord. Fr. Jim Mon, 17 November 2008 17:00:00 -0700 No Homily Fr Jim St Mary Manayunk Fr. Jim 9:53 http://www.stmarymanayunk.com/audio/Audio-FrJim-Homily-Week32.wma Explanation Point: Jesus was zealous and passionate for the mission He was given. Application Point: If you are angry this week, use it in a constructive way. Fr. Jim Mon, 10 November 2008 17:00:00 -0700 No Homily Fr Jim St Mary Manayunk Fr. Jim 9:53 http://www.stmarymanayunk.com/audio/Audio-FrJim-Homily-Week31.wma Explanation Point: Everyone who believes in Jesus has eternal life. Application Point: This week visit a cemetery or pray for the dead. Fr. Jim Mon, 3 November 2008 17:00:00 -0700 No Homily Fr Jim St Mary Manayunk Fr. Jim 16:14 http://www.stmarymanayunk.com/audio/Audio-FrJim-Homily-Week30.wma Explanation Point: Jesus' simple message is love your God, love your neighbor, and love yourself. Application Point: Do something this week to love yourself. Fr. Jim Mon, 27 October 2008 17:00:00 -0700 No Homily Fr Jim St Mary Manayunk Fr. Jim 19:30 http://www.stmarymanayunk.com/audio/Audio-FrJim-Homily-Week29.wma Explanation Point: Some people reject Jesus and those who represent Him even to the point of violence. Application Point: Accept people you tend to reject. Fr. Jim Mon, 20 October 2008 17:00:00 -0700 No Homily Fr Jim St Mary Manayunk Fr. Jim 17:17 http://www.stmarymanayunk.com/audio/Audio-FrJim-Homily-Week28.wma Explanation Point: Sinners are invited to the wedding but they must repent and be properly prepared. Application Point: Stop the behavior that you keep telling God you are sorry for. Fr. Jim Mon, 13 October 2008 17:00:00 -0700 No Homily Fr Jim St Mary Manayunk Fr. Jim 10:54 http://www.stmarymanayunk.com/audio/Audio-FrJim-Homily-Week27.wma Explanation Point: Some people reject Jesus and those who represent Him even to the point of violence. Application Point: Accept people you tend to reject. Fr. Jim Mon, 06 October 2008 17:00:00 -0700 No Homily Fr Jim St Mary Manayunk Fr. Jim 10:48 http://www.stmarymanayunk.com/audio/Audio-FrJimHomily092808.wma Explanation Point: Neither son is ideal, but at least the younger son does the right thing. Application Point: This week, say the right thing and do the right thing. Fr. Jim Mon, 29 September 2008 17:00:00 -0700 No Homily Fr Jim St Mary Manayunk Fr. Jim 17:44