May 2025 archive of Messages From Father Steve
Sixth Sunday of Easter May 25, 2025
Posted by Nancy Carrizales on 5/23/25
This coming Thursday is the Solemnity of the Ascension of the Lord. We celebrate this in the Universal Church on two different days. I remember when I was traveling in the USA, and it was very confusing. Some dioceses celebrate it on Sunday, and other dioceses celebrate on Thursdays. ... Read More »
Fifth Sunday of Easter May 18, 2025
Posted by Nancy Carrizales on 5/16/25
disciples the straightforward and bumper stickery words “I love you” or “I will always love you” (a la Dolly Parton’s song). Why doesn’t Jesus say, “I love you”?
Well, actually he does, but in particular ways. He says, “As the Father loves me, so I love you” (John 15:9) ... Read More »
Fourth Sunday of Easter May 11, 2025
Posted by Nancy Carrizales on 5/09/25
A few years back, I felt as if I couldn’t hear God’s voice the way I used to. The words in the Bible seemed like cold ink on a page. Prayer felt like sitting anxiously in a lonely room. I was worried — how could I, a priest, preach ... Read More »
Third Sunday of Easter May 4, 2025
Posted by Nancy Carrizales on 5/03/25
There are so many times and reasons that we are asked to pray and this Easter Season is no exception. While we are still mourning the death of our beloved Pope Francis, in just a few days; the College of Cardinals will be meeting in a Conclave to pray ... Read More »