Feast of the Holy Family, 30 Dec 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (16 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. Reflecting of the early life of Jesus we see how Mary & Joseph taught him how of Love and be Loved, about God, prayer, work, silence, and the importance of Family.

Readings: Luke 2:41-52

St Thomas Becket, 29 Dec 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (7 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. The murder of Archbishop Thomas Becket in Canterbury Cathedral in 1170 is one of the most celebrated episodes in medieval history.

Readings: 1John 2:3-11; Psalm 96; Luke 2:22-35

Feast of the Holy Innocents, 28 Dec 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (10 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. A voice is heard in Ramah, sobbing and loud lamentation; Rachel weeping for her children, and she would not be consoled, since they were no more. The Rosary is our most powerful weapon against the powers of Darkness, Please join me in praying a rosary for our children, both those born and those unborn. 

Readings: 1John 1:5-2:2; Psalm 124; Matthew 2:13-18

St John, Apostle, 27 Dec 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (8 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Rose of Lima parish in Wrangell, Alaska. St John, one of the first of the twelve apostles, plays a prominent role in all four Gospels. "For God so loved the world that he gave his only Son"... John 3:16a

Readings: 1John 1:1-4; Psalm 97; John 20:1a 2-8

St Stephen, 26 Dec 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (7 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Rose of Lima parish in Wrangell, Alaska. Gates of heaven were opened for blessed Stephen, who was found to be first among the number of Martyrs.

Readings: Acts 6:8-10, 7:54-59; Psalm 31; Matthew 10:17-22

Christmas Day Mass, 25 Dec 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (12 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Rose of Lima parish in Wrangell, Alaska. In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. ... And the Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us, and we saw his glory, the glory as of the Father's only son, full of grace and truth.

Readings: Isaiah 52:7-10; Psalm 98; Hebrews 1:1-6; John 1:1-18

Christmas Midnight Mass, 25 Dec 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (16 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Rose of Lima parish in Wrangell, Alaska. Today a Savior has been for you. Let us carry Jesus the Light of the World to all we meet. Mary Christ Mass!

Readings: Isaiah 9:1-6; Psalm 96; Titus 2:11-14; Luke 2:1-14

Christmas Vigil Mass, 24 Dec 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (18 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Rose of Lima parish in Wrangell, Alaska. We learn from the genealogy of Jesus Christ, the Son of David that God loves everyone of us. Jesus is Family!

Readings: Isaiah 62:1-5; Psalm 89; Acts 13:16-17, 22-25; Matthew 1:1-25

Monday of the 4th Week of Advent, 24 Dec 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (7 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Rose of Lima parish in Wrangell, Alaska. O Radiant Dawn, splendor of eternal light, sun of justice: come and shine on those who dwell in darkness and in the shadow of death.

Readings: 2 Samuel 7:1-5, 8b-12, 14a 16; Psalm 89; Luke 1:67-79

4th Sunday of Advent, 23 Dec 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (15min + 5min blessed salt) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. Visitation: How does it happen to me that the mother of my Lord should come to me? Holy Water & Blessed Salt = weapons against evil forces.

For more info on Blessed Salt click here.

Readings: Micah 5:1-4a; Psalm 80; Hebrews 10:5-10; Luke 1:39-45

Saturday of the 3rd Week of Advent, 22 Dec 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (9 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. O King of all nations and Keystone of the Church: come and save man, whom you formed from the dust.

Readings: 1 Samuel 1:24-28; 1 Samuel 2:1, 4-8; Luke 1:46-56

Friday of the 3rd Week of Advent, 21 Dec 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (6 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. O Emmanuel, our King and Giver of Law: come to save us, Lord our God!

Readings: Song of Songs 2:8-14; Psalm 33; Luke 1:39-45

Thursday of the 3rd Week of Advent, 20 Dec 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (8 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. O Key of David, open the gates of God's eternal Kingdom; come and free the prisoners of darkness!

Readings: Isaiah 7:10-14; Psalm 24; Luke 1:26-38

Wednesday of the 3rd Week of Advent, 19 Dec 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (10 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Rose of Lima parish in Wrangell, Alaska. O Root of Jesse's stem, sign of God's love for all his people: come to save us without delay!

Readings: Judges 13:2-7, 24-25a; Psalm 71; Luke 1:5-25

Tuesday of the 3rd Week of Advent, 18 Dec 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (9 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Rose of Lima parish in Wrangell, Alaska. O Leader of the House of Israel, giver of the Law to Moses on Sinai: come to rescue us with your mighty power!

Readings: Jeremiah 23:5-8; Psalm 72; Matthew 1:18-25

Monday of the 3rd Week of Advent, 17 Dec 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (11 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Rose of Lima parish in Wrangell, Alaska. O Wisdom of our God Most High, guiding creation with power and love: come to teach us the path of knowledge.

Readings: Genesis 49:2, 8-10; Psalm 72; Matthew 1:1-17

3rd Sunday of Advent, 16 Dec 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (14 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. "Rejoice in the Lord always. I shall say it again: rejoice! Your kindness should be known to all. The Lord in near.  Have no anxiety at all..."

Readings: Zephaniah 3:14-18a; Isaiah 12:2-6; Philippians 4:4-7; Luke 3:10-18

St Lucy, 13 Dec 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (6 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. We celebrate with St Lucy, Virgin & Martyr. Let the Saints inspire you to grow in holiness.

Readings: Isaiah 41:13-20; Psalm 145; Matthew 11:11-15

Our Lady of Guadalupe, 12 Dec 2012

Click her to download and listen to this homily (9 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. A great sign appeared in the sky, a women clothed with the sun, with the moon under her feet, and on her head a crown of twelve stars. She was with child.

Readings: Revelation 11:19a, 12:1-6a, 10ab; Judith 13:18; Luke 1:39-47

Tuesday of the 2nd Week in Ordinary Time, 11 Dec 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (8 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. Jesus is always searching for the lost sheep. Let us do the same and bring those who are lost and far from God back with us. Let Us Rejoice.

Readings: Isaiah 40:1-11; Psalm 96; Matthew 18:12-14

Monday of the 2nd Week of Advent, 10 Dec 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (8 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. Seeing the faith of his friends, Jesus forgives and heals the man lowered down through the roof. Let us be the kind of person who will stop at nothing to bring others to Jesus for healing.

Readings: Isaiah 35:1-10; Psalm 85; Luke 5:17-26

2nd Sunday of Advent, 9 Dec 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (23 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. Prepare the way of the Lord, make straight his paths: all flesh shall see the salvation of God. Go to confession Jesus wants your sins as His Christmas gift.

So is missing Mass on Sunday and Holy Days of Obligation a Mortal Sin? The Catechism of the Catholic Church paragraph 1859 states "Mortal sin requires full knowledge and complete consent. It presupposes knowledge of the sinful character of the act, of its opposition to God's law. It also implies a consent sufficiently deliberate to be a personal choice. Feigned ignorance and hardness of heart do not diminish, but rather increase, the voluntary character of a sin." 

So all three conditions need to be present for the sin to be Mortal: 1) Serious Matter, 2) Knowledge of action as a Serious Matter prior to committing the act, 3) Full consent of the will, freedom to do or not do the act. 

If any one of these conditions is defective then there is no mortal sin, yet it involves serious matter and should be confessed and avoided in the future. So is deliberately skipping mass on Sunday/Holiday of Obligation a Mortal Sin? Often Yes, with mitigating circumstances often, No.

Readings: Baruch 5:1-9; Psalm 126; Philippians 1:4-6, 8-11; Luke 3:1-6

Immaculate Conception, 8 Dec 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (11 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. "I am the Immaculate Conception" Our Lady of Lourdes 1858, just four years after the Dogma was proclaimed. Immaculate Mary your praises we sing. You reign now in heaven with Jesus our King. ~Lourdes Hymn.  Pray your Rosary every day.

Readings: Genesis 3:9-15, 20; Psalm 98; Ephesians 1:3-6, 11-12; Luke 1:26-38

Friday of the 1st Week in Advent, 7 Dec 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (8 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. St Ambrose, Bishop and Doctor of the Church. Jesus heals the two blind men with these words, "Let it be done for you according to your faith." Lord increase our faith!

Readings: Isaiah 29:17-24; Psalm 27; Matthew 9:27-31

1st Sunday in Advent, 2 Dec 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (16 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise. Jesus said, "There will be signs in the sun, the moon, and the stars, and on earth nations will be in dismay, perplexed by the roaring of the sea and the waves. People will die of fright in anticipation of what is coming upon the world, for the powers of the heavens will be shaken." Jesus is coming are you ready?

Readings: Jeremiah 33:14-16; Psalm 25; 1 Thessalonians 3:12-4:2; Luke 21:25-28, 34-36

Jesus Christ King of the Universe, 25 Nov 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (17 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. Jesus Christ is King of the Universe and wants us to invite him into our hearts to be the center of our lives. Every day accept Jesus as your King, no one else and nothing else will save you. Long Reign Jesus Christ, King of the Universe and my life!

Readings: Daniel 7:13-14; Psalm 93; Revelation 1:5-8; John 18:33b-37

Martyrs of Vietnam, 24 Nov 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (8 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. St Andrew Dung-Lac died along with 130,000 others in the numerous government oppressions of the Catholic Church in Vietnam.

Readings: Revelation 11:4-12; Psalm 144; Luke 20:27-40

Blessed Miguel Pro, 23 Nov 2012

Click here to listen to this homily (7 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. Fr. Miguel Pro, S.J. died a martyr at the hands of the Mexican Government today in 1927 with arms out forming a cross as the firing squad took aim he spoke "Viva Cristo Rey!" (Long live Christ the King!)  Watch the move "For Greater Glory" to learn more about the true story of the Cristeros.

Readings: Revelation 10:8-11; Psalm 119; Luke 19:45-48

Thanksgiving Day, 22 Nov 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (14 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. "Gratitude presupposes that we know our utter poverty--that without God we are nothing. Knowing this, in a wholesome fear of him, we should prostrate ourselves in worship of him, and in thanks to him from whom we draw life. Knowledge of our utter destitution, and the wholesome fear God, would bring to our barren hearts a rich flow of grace and love. This would make us whole again, and fruitful in his sight. Gratitude would come to dwell in us." -Catherine de Hueck Doherty

Readings: Sirach 50:22-24; Psalm 138; 1 Corinthians 1:3-9; Luke 17:11-19

Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary, 21 Nov 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (7 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. The Blessed Virgin Mary is presented to the Temple where she lives for 12 years from age 3 to 15, emerging with a purity and wholesomeness found in no other creature of God. Absorbing all the scripture and traditions of her Jewish faith from the best scholars, that she will in turn teach to her son Jesus. Mary you Rock!

Readings: Zechariah 2:14-17; Luke 1:46-55; Matthew 12:46-50

Tuesday of the 33rd Week in Ordinary Time, 20 Nov 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (6 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Rose of Lima parish in Wrangell, Alaska. "Because you are lukewarm, neither hot nor cold, I will vomit you out of my mouth. For you say, 'I am rich and affluent and have no need of anything', and yet do not realize that you are wretched, pitiable, poor, blind, and naked....Be earnest therefore and repent.'" -Jesus

Readings Revelation 3:1-6, 14-22; Psalm 15; Luke 19:1-10

Monday of the 33rd Week in Ordinary Time, 19 Nov 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (6 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Rose of Lima parish in Wrangell, Alaska. What is our final destination? HEAVEN! Do everything you can to say yes to God and accept the gift of eternal life.

Readings: Revelation 1:1-4, 2:1-5; Psalm 1; Luke 18:35-43

33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time, 18 Nov 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (16 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. Today we learn about the genre of apocalyptic literature. Be ready--Jesus is coming.

Readings: Daniel 12:1-3; Psalm 16; Hebrews 10:11-14, 18; Mark 13:24-32

St Elizabeth of Hungary, 17 Nov 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (8 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. "We must give to God what we have, gladly and with joy." -St Elizabeth of Hungary

Readings: 3 John 5-8; Psalm 112; Luke 18:1-8

St Margaret of Scotland, 16 Nov 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (8 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. St Margaret reformed the Scottish court by her life of holiness and loving care of the poor. We are called do the same.

Readings: 2 John 4-9, Psalm 119; Luke 17:26-37

Wednesday of the 32nd Week in Ordinary Time, 14 Nov 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (7 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Rose of Lima parish in Wrangell, Alaska. "Ten were cleansed, were they not? Where are the other nine? Has none but this Samaritan returned to give thanks to God?" Let us thank the Lord with a grateful heart.

Readings: Titus 3:1-7; Psalm 23; Luke 17:11-19

St Frances Xavier Cabrini, 13 Nov 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (8 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Rose od LIma parish in Wrangell, Alaska. St Frances Xavier Cabrini, Founder, Missionary Sisters of the Sacred Heart (1850-1917). First Saint of the USA. Cared for new immigrants and the poor.

Readings: Titus 2:1-8, 11-14; Psalm 37; Luke 17:7-10

St Josaphat, 12 Nov 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (8 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Rose of Lima parish in Wrangell, Alaska. St Josaphat, Bishop & Martyr (1580-1623) worked to bring the Orthodox Church and the Catholic Church together. Paul lists the character traits of a Bishop.

Readings: Titus 1:1-9; Psalm 24; Luke 17:1-6

32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time, 11 Nov 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (18 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. The faith that the two widows demonstrate in today's readings encourage each of us to place all our trust in God as they did. Let's be all in for God.

Readings: 1 Kings 17:10-16; Psalm 146; Hebrews 9:24-28; Mark 12:38-44

Pope St Leo the Great, 10 Nov 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (9 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. Pope St Leo the Great 400-461 helped hold the Church together as the Roman Empire collapsed. Jesus warns, "No servant can serve two masters." Who do you serve?

Readings: Philippians 4:10-19; Psalm 112; Luke 16:9-15

31st Sunday in Ordinary Time, 4 Nov 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (16 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. Jesus teaches that to Love God with all our heart, mind, body, soul and to Love our neighbor as ourself fulfills all the commandments. Love is the currency of the Kingdom of God and is never in short supply. Let learn to say I Love You often.

Readings: Deuteronomy 6:2-6; Psalm 18; Hebrews 7:23-28; Mark 12:28b-34

St Martin de Porres, 3 Nov 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (9 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. St Martin de Porres (Dominican Lay Brother 1579-1639) gives us an example of how to love God with everything we are and love everyone as brothers and sisters in Christ.

Readings: Philippians 1:18b-26; Psalm 42; Luke 14:1, 7-11

All Saints Day, 1 Nov 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (7 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Rose of Lima parish in Wrangell, Alaska. Today we celebrate with all the Saints in order to be inspired by their example, and to dedicate our life to growing in Holiness.

Readings: Revelation 7:2-4, 9-14; Psalm 24; 1 John 3:1-3; Matthew 5:1-12a

Wednesday of the 30th Week in Ordinary Time, 31 Oct 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (7 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Rose of Lima parish in Wrangell, Alaska. Honor you father and your mother, that it may go well with you and that you may have a long life on Earth.

Readings: Ephesians 6:1-9; Psalm 145; Luke 13:22-30

Tuesday of the 30th Week in Ordinary Time, 30 Oct 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (8 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Rose of Lima parish in Wrangell, Alaska. Married Couples, filled with the Love of God shared between them and welcoming life, are the leaven of God enlivening the whole of God's Kingdom.

Readings: Ephesians 5:21-33; Psalm 128; Luke 13:18-21

Monday of the 30th Week in Ordinary Time, 29 Oct 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (8 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Rose of Lima parish in Wrangell, Alaska. Be kind to one another, compassionate, forgiving one another as God has forgiven you in Christ. Jesus heals on the Sabbath. What better day could there be for people to be set free of their disease.

Readings: Ephesians 4:32-5:8; Psalm 1: Luke 13:10-17

30th Sunday in Ordinary Time, 28 Oct 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (18 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Rose of Lima parish in Wrangell, Alaska. Jesus asks blind Bartimaeus, "What do you want me to do for you? Let us answer, "Jesus, Master, I want to see the World and every situation the way you do."Be on the look out for those invisible gorillas.

Reading: Jeremiah 31:7-9; Psalm 126; Hebrews 5:1-6; Mark 10:46-52

Saturday of the 29th Week in Ordinary Time, 27 Oct 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (8 minuets) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. Christ is the head from whom the whole Body grows and builds itself up in love. Let us bear good fruit for God's Kingdom.

Readings: Ephesians 4:7-16; Psalm 122; Luke 13:1-9

Friday of the 29th Week in Ordinary Time, 26 Oct 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (7 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. If we know how to interpret the appearances of the earth and sky; why do we not know how to interpret the present time and the action of the Holy Spirit.

Readings: Ephesians 4:1-6; Psalm 24; Luke 12:54-59

Thursday of the 29th Week in Ordinary Time, 25 Oct 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (6 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. Rooted and grounded in Love, you may be filled with the fullness of God.

Readings: Ephesians 3:14-21; Psalm 33; Luke 12:49-53

St Anthony Mary Claret, 24 Oct 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (10 minuets) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Rose of Lima parish in Wrangell, Alaska. Much will be required of the person entrusted with much.

Readings: Ephesians 3:2-12; Isaiah 12:2-6; Luke 12:39-48

San Juan Capistrano, 23 Oct 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (8 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Rose of Lima Parish in Wrangell, Alaska. You are no longer strangers and sojourners, but you are fellow citizens with the holy ones and members of the household of God.

Readings: Ephesians 2:12-22; Psalm 85; Luke 12:35-38

Monday of the 29th Week in Ordinary Time, 22 Oct 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (10 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Rose of Lima parish in Wrangell, Alaska. Jesus warns, "Take care to guard against all greed, for though one may be rich, one's life does not consist of possessions."

Readings: Ephesians 2:1-10; Psalm 100; Luke 12:13-21

29th Sunday in Ordinary Time, 21 Oct 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (20 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Rose of Lima parish in Wrangell, Alaska. The Son of Man did not come to be served but to serve and to give his life as a ransom for many. Our greatest passion and highest goal is that everyone we meet (friends, family, neighbor, strangers) would come to know and love Jesus. Let us offer our lives for the salvation of souls.

Readings: Isaiah 53:10-11; Psalm 33; Hebrews 4:14-16; Mark 10:35-45

St Paul of the Cross, 20 Oct 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (8 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. When we give witness to our Faith in Christ Jesus the Holy Spirit will teach us at the moment what we should say. Come Holy Spirit.

Readings: Ephesians 1:15-23; Psalm 8; Luke 12:8-12

North American Martyrs, 19 Oct 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (10 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. Saints John de Brebeuf and Isaac Jogues and their Martyr Companions gave their lives bringing Christianity to North American. Let us to the same.

Readings: Ephesians 1:11-14; Psalm 33; Luke 12:1-7

St Luke, Evangelist, 18 Oct 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (8 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. Jesus sends out the 72 disciples to every town and place he intended to go. Today we are those sent to prepare people hearts for Jesus to come into their lives.

Readings: 1 Timothy 4:10-17b; Psalm 145; Luke 10:1-9

St Ignatius of Antioch, 17 Oct 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (7 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. We are to cultivate the fruits of the Spirit in out lives: Love, Joy, Peace, Patience, Kindness, Generosity, Faithfulness, Gentleness, and Self-Control.

Readings: Galatians 5:18-25; Psalm 1; Luke 11:42-46

Tuesday of the 28th Week in Ordinary Time, 16 Oct 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (7 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Rose of Lima parish in Wrangell, Alaska. Jesus warns that outward appearances and following the Law will not protect against judgement of an interior life that is evil. "But as to what is within, give alms, and behold, everything will be made clean for you." Luke 11:41

Readings: Galatians 5:1-6; Psalm 119; Luke 11:37-41

St Teresa of Avila, 15 Oct 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (8 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Rose of Lima parish in Wrangell, Alaska. The only sign that will be given is that Jesus equates himself with Jonah. We must repent of our sinful acts and do the good we have failed to do.

Readings: Galatians 4:22-24, 26-27, 31-5:1; Psalm 113; Luke 11:29-32

28th Sunday in Ordinary Time, 14 Oct 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (19 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. We search for true Wisdom in Natural and Divine Law, remembering that we are citizens of Heaven for eternity while we are just passing through the USA.

Readings: Wisdom 7:7-11; Psalm 90; Hebrews 4:12-13; Mark 10:17-30; Matthew 25:40

Saturday of the 27th Week in Ordinary Time, 13 Oct 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (4 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. Jesus proclaims that there are no "special" people, not even his mom. (Blessed is the womb that carried you) Rather blessed are those who hear the word of God and observe it.

Readings: Galatians 3:22-29; Psalm 105; Luke 11:27-28

Friday of the 27th Week in Ordinary Time, 12 Oct 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (7 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. A house divided can not stand. We need to welcome those darker parts of our selves into the liberating Light of Christ.

Readings: Galatians 3:7-14; Psalm 111; Luke 11:15-26

Thursday of the 27th Week in Ordinary Time, 11 Oct 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (6 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. Jesus promises that if we ask for the Holy Spirit we will receive it. So Come Holy Spirit be with us as we begin the Year Of Faith.

Readings: Galatians 3:1-5; Luke 1:69-75; Luke 11:5-13

Tuesday of the 27th Week in Ordinary Time, 9 Oct 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (7 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Gregory parish in Sitka, Alaska. Martha was busy with providing hospitality while Mary choose to sit at the feet of Jesus and listen. Lets take a break from our busyness and rest with the Lord, learning how to relax and be loved by God.

Readings: Galatians 1:13-24; Psalm 139; Luke 10:38-42

Monday of the 27th Week in Ordinary Time, 8 Oct 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (9 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Gregory parish in Sitka, Alaska. In the parable of the good Samaritan Jesus teaches us the love of neighbor extends to everyone, friends and enemy alike.

Readings: Galatians 1:6-12; Psalm 111; Luke 10:25-37

27th Sunday in Ordinary Time, 7 Oct 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (15 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Gregory parish in Sitka, Alaska. The Two of them become one flesh. Therefore what God has joined together, let no human being separate. Let the children come to me.

Readings: Genesis 2:18-24; Psalm 128; Hebrews 2:9-11; Mark 10:2-16

Mary Hughes, Homily, Eulogy, 6 Oct 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (22 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Gregory in Sitka, Alaska. Mary Hughes (July 9, 1928-Sept 13, 2012) lived in Sitka for over 50 years. Beloved of all in Sitka and Beyond. Eulogy given by Mary's nephew PJ.

St Francis of Assisi, 4 Oct 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (9 minutes) given by Bishop Edward Burns at St Rose of Lima in Wrangell, Alaska. Jesus tells us that his yoke is easy and his burned light. Let us follow Jesus with the same zeal as St Francis.

Wednesday of the 26th Week in Ordinary Time, 3 Oct 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (9 minutes) given by Deacon Vince Hansen at St Rose of Lima Parish in Wrangell, Alaska. When we say to Jesus, "I will follow you wherever you go." Are we ready for the road to be difficult?

Readings: Job 9:1-12, 14-16; Psalm 88; Luke 9:57-62

Holy Guardian Angels, 2 Oct 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (9 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Rose of Lima parish in Wrangell, Alaska. We pray, "Send your holy Angels to guard us, hear our supplications as we cry to you, that we may always be defended by their protection and rejoice eternally in their company."

Readings: Job 3:1-3, 11-17, 20-23; Psalm 88; Matthew 18:1-5, 10

St. Therses of Lisieux, 1 Oct 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (11 minutes) given by Fr Scott Settimo at St Rose of Lima parish in Wrangell, Alaska. St Therese of Lisieux, Doctor of the Church, teaches us her little way of Spiritual Childhood. She is the Patron of the Diocese of Juneau.

Monday of the 25th Week in Ordinary Time, 24 Sep 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (6 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Rose of Lima parish in Wrangell, Alaska. No one who lights a lamp conceals it with a vessel or sets it under a bed, rather he places it on a lamp stand so that those who enter may see the light. So let us sing, "This little light of mine, I'm gonna let it shine."

Readings: Proverbs 3:27-34; Psalm 15; Luke 8:16-18

25th Sunday in Ordinary Time, 23 Sep 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (14 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Rose of Lima parish in Wrangell, Alaska. Jesus again predicts his rejection, suffering, death and resurrection while the apostles argue about who is the greatest. Jesus responds the that whoever wishes to be first will be the servant of all.

Readings: Wisdom 2:12,17-20; Psalm 54; James 3:16-4:3; Mark 9:30-37

Saturday of the 24th Week in Ordinary Time, 22 Sep 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (8 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. As for the seed that fell on rich soil, they are the ones who embrace the word and bear much fruit through perseverance. Lord make me that good soil.

Readings: 1 Corinthians 15:35-37, 42-49; Psalm 56; Luke 8:4-15

St Matthew, Evangelist, 21 Sep 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (6 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. Jesus calls Matthew to follow Him. Matthew does so because Jesus loves him unconditionally. Let us do the same.

Readings: Ephesians 4:1-7, 11-13; Psalm 19; Matthew 9:9-13

Thursday of the 24th Week in Ordinary Time, 20 Sep 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (9 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Rose of Lima parish in Wrangell, Alaska. Today we celebrate with the Korean Martyrs. Jesus recognizes that those who are forgiven much, indeed love much. Let's do the same.

Readings: 1Corinthians 15:1-11; Psalm 118; Luke 7:36-50

Wednesday of the 24th Week in Ordinary Time, 19 Sept 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (7 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Rose of Lima parish in Wrangell, Alaska. Paul speaks of the primacy of Love in 1 Corinthians 13. We can use this passage as an examination of conscience. Live Love.

Readings: 1 Corinthians 12:31-13:13; Psalm 33; Luke 7:31-35

Tuesday of the 24th Week in Ordinary Time, 18 Sept 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (8 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Rose of Lima parish in Wrangell, Alaska. Jesus raises to life the son of the widow of Nain. Paul explains that we are Christ's Body, individually parts of it, each with a particular role.

Readings: 1Corinthians 12:12-14, 27-31a; Psalm 100; Luke 7:11-17

Monday of the 24th Week in Ordinary Time, 17 Sep 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (8 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Wrangell, Alaska. May we have the same faith as the Centurion in Capernaum, "Just say the word Lord, and my soul will be healed."

Readings: 1 Corinthians 11:17-26, 33; Psalm 40; Luke 7:1-10

24th Sunday in Ordinary Time, 16 Sep 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (13 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Rose of Lima parish in Wrangell, Alaska. Jesus tells Peter to "get behind me." This is good advice for all of us who could be waking up saying, "Lord Jesus what can I do for you today?"

Readings: Isaiah 50:4c-9a; Psalm 116; James 2:14-18; Mark 8:27-35

Our Lady of Sorrows, 15 Sep 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (8 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. Today we pray with Our Lady of Sorrows, reflecting on the Seven Sorrows of Mary: Prophesy of Simeon, Flight to Egypt, Jesus lost in Temple, Way of the Cross, Crucifixion, Pieta, Laid in a Tomb.

Readings: 1 Corinthians 10:14-22; Psalm 31; John 19:25-27

Exaltation of the Holy Cross, 14 Sep 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (8 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. Whenever anyone who had been bitten by a serpent looked at the bronze serpent, he live. Just so the Son of Man must be lifted up.

Readings: Numbers 21:4b-9; Psalm 78; Philippians 2:6-11; John 3:13-17

Thursday of the 23rd Week in Ordinary Time, 13 Sep 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (9 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Rose of Lima parish in Wrangell, Alaska. Jesus warns us that the measure of mercy we share with others will measured back to us. We are to be merciful, just as your heavenly Father is merciful. St John Chrysostom did this well.

Readings: 1 Corinthians 8:1b-7,11-13; Psalm 139, Luke 6:27-38

23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time, 9 Sep 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (15 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. Jesus heals the man born deft and mute. How often do we fail to hear Jesus say "I Love You!" because of our busyness, etc... Jesus heal us too!

Readings: Isaiah 35:4-7a; Psalm 146; James 2:1-5; Mark 7:31-37

Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, 8 Sep 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (6 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. Let us pray that we might have the same personal courage and trust in God that allowed Mary to say yes to God's request to give flesh to the second person of the Trinity.

Readings: Micah 5:1-4a; Psalm 13; Matthew 1:18-23

Friday 22nd Week in Ordinary Time, 7 Sep 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (5 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. One should regard us: as servants of Christ and stewards of the mysteries of God.

Readings: 1 Corinthians 4:1-5; Psalm 37; Luke 5:33-39

Thursday of the 22nd Week in Ordinary Time, 6 Sep 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (7 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. How willing are we to allow Jesus to preach from our boat?

Readings: 1 Corinthians 3:18-23; Psalm 24; Luke 5:1-11

Wednesday 22nd Week in Ordinary Time, 5 Sep 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (7 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Rose of Lima parish in Wrangell, Alaska. Jesus, "To the other towns also I must proclaim the good news of the Kingdom of God, because for this purpose I have been sent."

Readings: 1 Corinthians 3:1-9; Psalm 33; Luke 4:38-44

21st Sunday in Ordinary Time, 26 Aug 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (15 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Rose of Lima parish in Wrangell, Alaska. Today we finish our five week reading of the Bread of Life discourse in the sixth chapter of the Gospel of John. Like the question put before the Israelites by Joshua, we must choose who we will serve. The Lord our God, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, or a god of our our making. Choose Christ!

Readings: Joshua 24:1-2a, 15-17, 18b; Psalm 34; Ephesians 5:21-32; John 6:60-69

Saturday of the 20th Week in Ordinary Time, 25 Aug 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (7 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. Ezekiel witnesses the Glory of the Lord entering the Temple. Let us learn to see everyone and all of creation charged with the Glory of the Lord.

Readings: Ezekiel 43:1-7b; Psalm 85; Matthew 23:1-12

St Bartholomew, 24 Aug 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (7 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. Jesus tell Nathaniel that he saw him under the fig tree, where he often went for some quite time with God. Nathaniel responds, "Rabbi, you are the Son of God; you are the King of Israel."

Readings: Revelation 21:9b-14; Psalm 145; John 1:45-51

Thursday of the 20th Week in Ordinary Time, 23 Aug 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (7 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena in Petersburg, Alaska. When you get an invitation to the wedding feast in the Kingdom of God, say YES! Even if you are distracted and busy with a thousand other things, say YES!

Readings: Ezekiel 36:23-28; Psalm 51; Matthew 22:1-14

Wednesday of the 20th Week in Ordinary Time, 22 Aug 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (7 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Rose of Lima parish in Wrangell, Alaska. Today's parable of the generous land owner who pays those who work one hour the same daily wage as those who worked twelve hours in the vineyard seems radically unfair. Yet if the daily wage is salvation we should be happy that those who come late to faith will join those of us who grew up faithful in signing God's praises here and in the hereafter.

Readings: Ezekiel 34:1-11; Psalm 23; Matthew 20:1-16

Tuesday of the 20th Week in Ordinary Time, 21 Aug 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (8 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Rose of Lima parish in Wrangell, Alaska. Jesus warns us that it will be easier for a camel to pass through the eye of a needle then for a rich man to gain the Kingdom of Heaven. Let us work to ensure that our possessions do not end up possessing us.

Readings: Ezekiel 28:1-10; Deuteronomy 32; Matthew 19:23-30

Monday of the 20th Week in Ordinary Time, 20 Aug 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (8 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Rose of Lima parish in Wrangell, Alaska. St Bernard, Abbot and Doctor of the Church, worked hard to reconcile groups with each other. Let us do the same.

Readings: Ezekiel 24:15-23; Deuteronomy 32; Matthew 19:16-22

20th Sunday in Ordinary Time, 19 August 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (20 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Rose of Lima parish in Wrangell, Alaska. Jesus says, "My flesh is true food and my blood is true drink." In the Eucharist we receive Jesus, Body-Blood-Soul-Divinity. In a very real way we receive a heart transplant.

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Readings: Proverbs 9:1-6; Psalm 34; Ephesians 5:15-20; John 6:51-58

Saturday of the 19th Week in Ordinary Time, 18 August 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (6 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. Jesus says, "Let the children come to me and do not prevent them; for the Kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these." Children between the ages of 4 and 14 are especially receptive to developing a life long relationship with Jesus.

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Readings: Ezekiel 18:1-10, 13b, 30-32; Psalm 51; Matthew 19:13-15

Friday of the 19th Week in Ordinary Time, 17 Aug 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (8 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Wrangell, Alaska. Jesus teaches, "It was because of the hardness of your hearts that Moses allowed you to divorce your wives, but from the beginning it was not so." Let us pray for all married couples.

Readings: Ezekiel 16:59-63, Isaiah 12, Matthew 19:3-12

Thursday of the 19th Week in Ordinary Time, 16 Aug 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (8 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. "How often must I forgive my brother?" Jesus answered, "I say to you, not seven times but seventy-seven times."

Readings: Ezekiel 12:1-12; Psalm 78; Matthew 18:21-19:1

Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, 15 Aug 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (6 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. We celebrate that Mary was assumed body and soul into heaven. Mary first conceived Christ in her soul making room in her heart for him, than she received her first communion at the incarnation and it urge her to visit her cousin Elizabeth in her time of need. May we make room in our hearts for Jesus and having received communion head out to help others.

Readings: Revelation 11:19a, 12:1-6a, 10ab; Psalm 45; 1 Corinthians 15:20-27; Luke 1:39-56

Jacob & Cailey Wedding at Shrine of St Therese, 12 Aug 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (15 minutes + Exchange of Vows 4 minutes + applause) given by Fr Thomas Weise at the Shrine of St Therese near Juneau, Alaska. Jacob Olmstead and Cailey Neary enter into a Sacramental Marriage at the Shrine of St Therese near Juneau, Alaska. Married love involves sacrificial suffering like Jesus on the Cross and a women in labor, both bringing forth life. Jacob and Cailey are to be like two hinge plates securely fastened together by Jesus who is the hinge pin.

19th Sunday in Ordinary Time, 12 Aug 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (16 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at the Shrine of St Therese near Juneau, Alaska. Today we continue through the Bread of Life discourse in John's 6th Chapter. Jesus teaches that he is the living bread come down from heaven just like the manna in the desert and the Torah given on Mount Sinai. We cannot remain under our broom trees of despair. We must get up and eat of the Bread of Life in Word and Sacrament and be strengthened for the journey.

Readings: 1 Kings 19:4-8; Psalm 34; Ephesians 4:30-5:2; John 6:41-51

Feast of the Transfiguration, 6 Aug 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (7 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Rose of Lima parish in Wrangell, Alaska. Jesus is transfigured before the eyes of Peter, James and John. God the Father speaks from the cloud, "This is my beloved Son. Listen to him."

Readings: Daniel 7:9-10, 13-14; Psalm 97; 2 Peter 1:16-19; Mark 9:2-10

18th Sunday in Ordinary Time, 5 August 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (15 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Rose of Lima parish in Wrangell, Alaska. Those who were fed from the loaves and fish seek Jesus out in Capernaum. He promises "Whoever comes to me will never hunger, and whoever believes in me will never thirst." Trust that God will take care of our daily needs. We need to desire Jesus like we desire air to breath after holding our breath for 6 minutes.

Readings: Exodus 16:2-4, 12-15; Psalm 78; Ephesians 4:17, 20-24; John 6:24-35

St John Vianney, Cure of Ars, 4 Aug 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (7 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. St John Vianney (1786-1859), just barely having completed seminary, is the patron Saint of parish priests. As the pastor of a town of 250 souls he would have died in obscurity if hadn't had a gift for hearing confessions. In the winter he would hear confessions for 10-12 hours daily and 15-18 hrs in the summer. There were special trains to bring penitents to Ars to confess their sins and receive absolution.

Readings: Jeremiah 26:11-16, 24; Psalm 69; Matthew 14:1-12

Friday of the 17th Week in Ordinary Time, 3 Aug 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (7 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. Jeremiah is about to be lynched by those who do not want to hear the Truth he speaks, while Jesus is rejected by his home town. How well are we listening to the those speaking prophetically among us?

Readings: Jeremiah 26:1-9; Psalm 69; Matthew 13:54-58

Thursday of the 17th Week in Ordinary Time, 2 Aug 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (8 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. Jeremiah is sent to watch the local potter form and reform vessels on the wheel. Our life goal is to be that supple clay in the hands of our Lord who only with our permission will form us into the work of beauty that God created us to be.

Readings: Jeremiah 18:1-6; Psalm 146; Matthew 13:47-53

St Alphonsus Liguori, 1 Aug 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (8 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Rose of Lima parish in Wrangell, Alaska. We hear the familiar parables that the Kingdom of God is like a treasure stumbled a pone or a pearl of great price that has been searched for. May we both search for God and rejoice when we stumble a pone Him.

Readings: Jeremiah 15:10, 16-21; Psalm 59; Matthew 13:44-46

St Ignatius of Loyola, 31 July 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (12 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Rose of Lima parish in Wrangell, Alaska. St Ignatius of Loyola, Founder of the Society of Jesus (1491-1556) taught us to enter deeply into scripture by using our imagination and to give thanks to God during our evening Examine.

Readings: Jeremiah 14:17-22; Psalm 79; Matthew 13:36-43

Monday of the 17th Week in Ordinary Time, 30 July 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (8 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Rose of Lima parish in Wrangell, Alaska. Jeremiah learns that God wants to be as close to us as our underwear (Jer 13:1-11) and Jesus teaches us to find the Kingdom of God in the ordinary things of life. Like a little mustard seed and a bit of yeast.

Readings: Jeremiah 13:1-11; Deuteronomy 32; Matthew 13:31-35

17th Sunday in Ordinary Time, 29 July 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (17 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Rose of Lima parish in Wrangell, Alaska. We begin John's 6th Chapter. Jesus feeds the 5000 with five loaves and two fish. Are we like the crowd who goes out to a deserted place in search of Jesus, or like Philip who see only what is lacking, or like Andrew who see possibility in what little they had? Let us learn to give thanks to the father for all the abundance that we do have.

Readings: 2 Kings 4:42-44; Psalm 145; Ephesians 4:1-6; John 6:1-15

Saturday of the 16th Week in Ordinary Time, 28 July 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (8 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. Jeremiah warns that hiding in the Temple of the Lord will not protect you if you are bearing rotten fruit. Jesus tells he parable of the weeds in the wheat, warning that they will grow together till harvest, but then the weeds will be burned.


Readings: Jeremiah 7:1-11; Psalm 84; Matthew 13:24-30

Friday of the 16th Week in Ordinary Time, 27 July 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (6 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. Let us be like that seed sown in rich soil who hears the Word of God and bears abundant fruit.

Readings: Jeremiah 3:14-17; Psalm 31; Matthew 13:18-23

Saints Joachim & Anne, Parents of Mary, 26 July 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (8 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. Today we celebrate with Saints Joachim and Anne, parents of the Blessed Virgin Mary, and Grandparents of Jesus. Let us pray that parents and grandparents would teach their children and grandchildren to Love Jesus.

Readings: Jeremiah 2:1-3, 7-8, 12-13; Psalm 36; Matthew 13:10-17

Feast of St James, 25 July 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (11 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena in Petersburg, Alaska. Today we celebrate with St James, First Apostle Martyr. Reflecting on the role of pilgrimage in our life we realize that these little journeys prepare and orientate us for the ultimate journey back to God.

Readings: 2 Corinthians 4:7-15; Psalm 126; Matthew 20:20-28

Tuesday of the 16th Week in Ordinary Time, 24 July 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (6 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Rose of Lima parish in Wrangell, Alaska. Stretching out his hands toward his disciples, Jesus said, "Here are my mother and my brothers. For whoever does the will of my heavenly Father is my brother, and sister, and mother." This is such good news that it should take our breath away.

Readings: Micah 7:14-15, 18-20; Psalm 85; Matthew 12:46-50

Monday of the 16th Week in Ordinary Time, 23 July 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (9 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Rose of Lima parish in Wrangell, Alaska. We celebrate with St Bridget of Sweden (1303-1373) Mother, Mystic and Prophet. Micah reminds us that what the Lord requires of us is that we: do justice, love tenderly, and walk humbly with our God.

Readings: Micah 6:1-4, 6-8; Psalm 50; Matthew 12:38-42

16th Sunday in Ordinary Time, 22 July 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (12 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Rose of Lima parish in Wrangell, Alaska. Jesus calls the Apostles come come away and rest, yet their boat is so slow that thousands arrive in that deserted place before they do. Jesus heals and teaches them, eventually feeding them with 5 loaves and two fish, for they were like sheep without a shepherd.

Readings: Jeremiah 23:1-6; Psalm 23; Ephesians 2:13-18; Mark 6:30-34

Saturday of the 15th Week in Ordinary Time, 21 July 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (7 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. Jesus chooses the way of humility and obscurity. Let us remember that, "There is no limit to how far a man can go or what he can achieve if he does not care who gets the credit."

Readings: Micah 2:1-5; Psalm 10; Matthew 12:14-21

Friday of the 15th Week in Ordinary Time, 20 July 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (12 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. Jesus is Lord of the Sabbath! How well do we rest with him? He desires Mercy, not Sacrifice. How willing are we to be merciful to others, showing that we have swum deeply in the Ocean of God's Mercy?

Readings: Isaiah 38:1-6, 21-22, 7-8; Psalm 38; Matthew 12:1-8

Monday of the 15th Week in Ordinary Time, 16 July 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (10 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Rose of Lima parish in Wrangell, Alaska. We celebrate with Our Lady of Mount Carmel who teaches us to treasure the mysteries of our faith in our hearts, contemplating on them often.

Readings: Isaiah 1:10-17; Psalm 50; Matthew 10:34-11:1

15th Sunday in Ordinary Time, 15 July 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (12 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Rose of Lima parish in Wrangell, Alaska. Jesus sends the Twelve out two by two to proclaim the Kingdom of God, cure the sick, and drive out demons. They were to pack very light, sandals and walking stick, nothing else. We too must leave behind the heavy baggage of stereotypes about Evangelization and fear that I don't know how to share the good news. We must get out there and smile and lend a hand where needed. Being joyful Christians will attract others to Christ more than anything else.

Readings: Amos 7:12-15; Psalm 85; Ephesians 1:3-14; Mark 6:7-13

Blessed Kateri Tekakwitha, 14 July 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (10 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. We celebrate today with Blessed Kateri Tekakwitha "Lily of the Mohawks" (1656-1680). Kateri, like Isaiah, heard the voice of the Lord saying, "Whom shall I send? Who will go for us?" and she answered, "Here I am, Lord. Send me." Let us do the same, for God has called each of us for a particular mission and purpose.

Readings: Isaiah 6:1-8; Psalm 93; Matthew 10:24-33

Friday of the 14th Week in Ordinary Time, 13 July 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (10 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. Jesus warns us, "Behold, I am sending you like sheep in the midst of wolves; so be shrewd as serpents and simple as doves."

Readings: Hosea 14:2-10; Psalm 51; Matthew 10:16-23

Thursday of the 14th Week in Ordinary Time, 12 July 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (13 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. Jesus commissions each of us to proclaim "'The Kingdom of heaven is at hand.' Cure the sick, raise the dead, cleans lepers, drive out demons. Without cost you have received; without cost you are to give."

Readings: Hosea 11:1-4, 8e-9; Psalm 80; Matthew 10:7-15

St. Benedict, 11 July 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (10 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. Today we celebrate the Memorial of St Benedict, Father of Western Monasticism (480-550). He wrote in his rule, "We are about to open a school of God's service, in which we hope nothing harsh or oppressive will be directed."

Readings: Hosea 10:1-3, 7-8, 12; Psalm 105; Matthew 10:1-7

Monday of the 14th Week in Ordinary Time, 9 July 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (10 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Rose of Lima parish in Wrangell, Alaska. Jesus resurrects the synagog official's daughter after she had died by taking her hand. The women who suffered for twelve years is healed of her hemorrhage when she touches the cloak of Jesus. Do we come forward to communion with that same confidence that we will be healed by touching, in fact consuming, Jesus?

Readings: Hosea 2:16, 17c-18, 21-22; Psalm 145; Matthew 9:18-26

14th Sunday of Ordinary Time, 8 July 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (14 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Rose of Lima parish in Wrangell, Alaska. This week it was announced that scientists had detected the Higgs-Bozon particle. Termed the "God particle" because it holds all things together giving everything mass. As I reflected on this and today's Gospel I realized that if there are any "problems" with my relationship with God, the issues must be on my side. Because God is always present and lovingly holds me in being, like the Higgs field.

Homework: Read the Gospel for 12 minutes this week.

Readings: Ezekiel 2:2-5; Psalm 123; 2 Corinthians 12:7-10; Mark 6:1-6a

Saturday of the 13th Week in Ordinary Time, 8 July 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (11 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. Can the wedding quests mourn as long as the bridegroom is with them? People do not put new wine into old wineskins. Are we open to trying something new in the practice of our faith?

Readings: Amos 9:11-15; Psalm 85; Matthew 9:14-17

St. Maria Goretti, 6 July 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (9 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. St Maria Goretti, martyr (1890-1902) is a witness to the virtue Purity, a virtue we need to reclaim as a society.

Readings: Amos 8:4-6, 9-12; Psalm 119; Matthew 9:9-13

Independence Day, 4 July 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (7 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Rose of Lima parish in Wrangell, Alaska. Today we celebrate the birth of our great Nation, USA. Let us all pray for the Peace that surpasses understanding-that Peace that only Jesus can give us. God Bless America.

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Readings: Isaiah 57:15-19; Psalm 85; Philippians 4:6-9; John 14:23-29

Monday of the 13th Week in Ordinary Time, 2 July 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (7 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Rose of Lima parish in Wrangell, Alaska. When we get distracted by life and the duties to family Jesus cautions, "Follow me, and let the dead bury their dead." When Jesus comes first in our life all our other duties and distractions will be seen in perspective to Him making all the difference.

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Readings: Amos 2:6-10, 13-16; Psalm 50; Matthew 8:18-22

13th Sunday of Ordinary in Time, 1 July 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (19 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Rose of Lima parish in Wrangell, Alaska. The women who had suffered with hemorrhaging for twelve years is healed when she touches Jesus' cloak with intention. With intention do we reach out and touch Jesus?  Jairus is told to have faith when he hears that his daughter has died. Jesus raises her to new life. We have a God of Life.

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Readings: Wisdom 1:13-15; 2:23-24; 2 Corinthians 8:7, 9, 13-15; Mark 5:21-43

Saturday of the 12th Week in Ordinary Time, 30 June 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (11 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. Jesus heals the slave of the centurion when he says, "Lord, I am not worthy to have you enter under my roof; only say the word and my servant will be healed."

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Readings: Lamentations 2:2, 10-14, 18-19; Psalm 74; Matthew 8:5-7

Saints Peter and Paul, 29 June 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (11 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. Today commemorates the two preeminent apostles of the early Church: Peter and Paul.

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Readings: Acts 12:1-11; Psalm 34; 2 Timothy 4:6-8, 17-18; Matthew 16:13-19

Thursday of the 12th Week in Ordinary Time, 28 June 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (7 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. Jesus concludes the Sermon on the Mount with the caution that a house built on the rock of His word will endure while a house built on the sand of this world will fall at the first challenge to their faith.


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Readings: 2 Kings 24:8-17; Psalm 79; Matthew 7:21-29

Wednesday of the 12th Week in Ordinary Time, 27 June 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (7 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. Beware of false prophets, Jesus cautions, you will know then by their fruits.

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Readings: 2 Kings 22:8-13; 23:1-3; Psalm 119; Matthew 7:15-20

Tuesday of the 12th Week in Ordinary Time, 26 June 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (8 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Rose of Lima parish in Petersburg, Alaska. Jesus teaches us the Golden Rule: Do to others whatever you would have them to do you.

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Readings: 2 Kings 19:9b-11, 14-21, 31-35a, 36; Psalm 48; Matthew 7:6, 12-14

Monday of the 12th Week in Ordinary Time, 25 June 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (7 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Rose of Lima parish in Wrangell, Alaska. Jesus cautions that we will need to be careful to first remove the wooden beam from our own eye before helping others remove the splinter in their eye.

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Readings: 2 Kings 17:5-8, 13-15a, 18; Psalm 60; Matthew 7:1-5

The Nativity of St John the Baptist, 24 June 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (14 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Rose of Lima parish in Wrangell, Alaska. We celebrate with St John the Baptist, not because he was called by God to be the forerunner of the Messiah. No we are celebrating today because John said: "Yes, Lord what ever you need me to do I will do." Let us learn to do the same for each of us have an important mission from God that only we can accomplish for the Kingdom.

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Readings: Isaiah 49:1-6; Psalm 139; Acts 13:22-26; Luke 1:57-66, 80.

Saturday of the 11th Week in Ordinary Time, 23 June 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (8 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. Jesus teaches us that "No one can serve two masters. He will either hate one and love the other, or be devoted to one and despise the other. You cannot serve God and mammon."

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Readings: 2 Chronicles 24:17-25; Psalm 89; Matthew 6:24-24

Friday of the 11th Week in Ordinary Time, 22 June 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (10 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. Jesus teaches: For where you treasure is, there also will your heart be. We reflect of the lives and witness of St John Fisher & St Thomas More, martyrs for religious liberty.

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Readings: 2 Kings 11:1-4, 9-18, 20; Psalm 132; Matthew 6:19-23

Thursday of the 11th Week in Ordinary Time, 21 June 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (12 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Rose of Lima parish in Wrangell, Alaska. Jesus teaches us the Lord's Prayer. We celebrate with St Aloysius Gonzaga.

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Readings: Sirach 48:1-14; Psalm 97; Matthew 6:7-15

Wednesday of the 11th Week in Ordinary Time, 20 June 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (10 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Rose of Lima parish in Wrangell, Alaska. Jesus calls us to be different in the ways we pray, fast, and give alms. To do these things for the Glory of God and not our own self promotion. We recognize this as the Ash Wednesday Gospel.

Readings: 1 Kings 2:1, 6-14; Psalm 31; Matthew 6:1-6, 16-18

Tuesday of the 11th Week in Ordinary Time, 19 June 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (10 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Rose of Lima parish in Wrangell, Alaska. Jesus teaches us the importance of not only loving those we like, but are enemies as well.

Readings: 1 Kings 21:17-29; Psalm 51; Matthew 5:43-48

11th Sunday in Ordinary Time, 17 June 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (18 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Rose of Lima parish in Wrangell, Alaska. In telling parables Jesus is moving us to see the world in a new way. Instead of believing the contemporary culture Jesus is sharing with us how he sees things. There is a strong case that "smallness" is a prerequisite for recognizing and having the Kingdom of God grow in us and around us. Let us learn from Jesus' downward mobility.

Readings: Ezekiel 17:22-24; Psalm 92; 2 Corinthians 5:6-10; Mark 4:26-34

Corpus Christi, 10 Jun 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (14 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. Jesus promises that he will be with us always. In the study of Eucharistic miracles across the centuries Science is finding that Jesus gives us living human heart muscle and human blood. Come let us adore Him.

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Readings: Exodus 24:3-8; Psalm 116; Hebrews 9:11-15; Mark 14:12-16, 22-26

Pentecost Sunday, 27 May 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (15 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at Scenic View Lodge in Pennsylvania at Casey and Emily's Wedding. Today we celebrate the gift of the Holy Spirit. We receive the Shalom of God when Jesus says "Peace be with you". This Shalom of God has four aspects of being in right relationship with: God, our selves, one another, and all creation. Jesus also gives us the power to forgive sins. Now that is a gift we need to share abundantly.


Readings: Acts 2:1-11; Psalm 104; 1 Corinthians 12:3b-7, 12-13; John 20:19-23

Ascension Sunday, 20 May 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (14 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. As the Apostles were looking on, Jesus was lifted up and took His seat at the right hand of God.

Readings: Acts 1:1-11; Psalm 47; Ephesians 4:1-13; Mark 16:15-20

Saturday of the 6th Week of Easter, 19 May 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (6 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. Apollos established from the Scriptures that the Christ is Jesus. The Father loves you because you have loved Jesus and believed in Him.

Readings: Acts 18:23-28; Psalm 47; John 16:23b-28

Friday of the 6th Week of Easter, 18 May 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (7 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. Paul in encouraged by the Holy Spirit to remain in Corinth for 18 months. Jesus promises that sorrow, grief and loss will be turned into joy.

Readings: Acts 18:9-18; Psalm 47; John 16:20-23

Thursday of the 6th Week of Easter, 17 May 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (7 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. Paul joins with Priscilla & Aquila in sewing tents and preaching to the Gentiles. Jesus predicts his death and resurrection, promising, "you will grieve, but your grief will turn to joy."

Readings: Act 18:1-8; Psalm 98; John 16:16-20

Wednesday of the 6th Week of Easter, 16 May 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (6 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. Paul attempts to introduce the Athenians to the Jesus the son of the "Unknown God" who's altar he noticed. Jesus promises that the Holy Spirit "will guide you to all truth."

Readings: Acts 17:15, 22-18:1; Psalm 148; John 16:12-15

Tuesday of the 6th Week of Easter, 15 May 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (7 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Rose of Lima parish in Wrangell, Alaska. Living in the Joy of the Holy Spirit allows Paul and Silas to pray and sing hymns while in prison.

Readings: Acts 16:22-34; Psalm 138; John 16:5-11

Monday of the 6th Week of Easter, 14 May 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (7 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Rose of Lima parish in Wrangell, Alaska. Jesus came "so that my joy might be in you and your joy might be complete." Let the Joy of the Lord be your strength.

Readings: Acts 1:15-17, 20-26; Psalm 113; John 15:9-17

6th Sunday of Easter, 13 May 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (13 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at S Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. We have a God who loves us so very much. Just like a Mother who rejoices in her child's first wobbly steps.

Readings: Acts 10:25-26, 34-35, 44-48; Psalm 98; John 4:7-10; John 15:9-17

Saturday of the 5th Week of Easter, 12 May 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (6 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. Jesus promised us that being His follower would always cause us to grow and stretch to include others, all under the guidance of the Holy Spirit.

Readings: Acts 16:1-10; Psalm 100; John 15:18-21

4th Sunday of Easter, Cycle B, 29 April 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (12 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. Jesus is the Good Shepherd who lays down His life for the Sheep. Jesus is the stone rejected by the builders who has become the corner stone. We are God's children now. This gives us a glimpse into the infinite value every soul, and the love that motivated Jesus to die that we might be freed from our sins and live forever.


Readings: Acts 4:8-12; Psalm 118; 1 John 3:1-2; John 10:11-18

Saturday of the 3rd Week of Easter, 28 April 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (9 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. We celebrate with St Peter Chanel (1803-1841) & St Louis Marie Grignion de Montfort (1673-1716), both of these priests were born in France. We pray for Missionary priests around the world, may Our Blessed Mother protect and guide them. Jesus asks the Twelve, "Do you also want to leave?" Peter answers, "Master, to whom shall we go? You have the words of eternal life. We have come to believe and are convinced that you are the Holy One of God."


Readings: Acts: 9:31-42; Psalm 116; John 6:60-69

Friday of the 3rd Week of Easter, 27 April 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (10 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. Saul meets Jesus, whom he is persecuting in the early Christians, on the road to Damascus and is converted. Jesus' language gets the strongest yet in John 6, "Amen, Amen, I say to you, unless you eat the Flesh of the Son of Man and drink his Blood, you do not have life within you. Whoever eats my Flesh and drinks my Blood has eternal life, and I will raise him on the last day. For my Flesh is true food, and my Blood true drink."

Readings: Acts 9:1-20; Psalm 117; John 6:52-59

Thursday of the 3rd Week of Easter, 26 April 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (6 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. Philip evangelizes and baptizes the Ethiopian Eunuch who returns to found the Christian Church in Ethiopia. Jesus' language is growing stronger, "I am the living bread that came down from heaven; whoever eats this bread will live forever; and the bread that I will give is my Flesh for the life of the world." Read John 6

Readings: Acts 8:26-40; Psalm 66; John 6:44-51

Feast of St Mark, 25 April 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (6 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. The Evangelist Mark has many roles: companion on Paul's first missionary journey, Peter's scribe in Rome, founder of the Church in Alexandria, and writer of the first Gospel.

Readings: 1 Peter 5:5b-14; Psalm 89; Mark 16:15-20

Tuesday of the 3rd Week of Easter, 24 April 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (9 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Rose of Lima parish in Wrangell, Alaska. Jesus said to them, "I am the bread of life; whoever comes to me will never hunger, and whoever believes in me will never thirst."

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Readings: Acts 7:51-8:1a; Psalm 31; John 6:30-35

Monday of the 3rd Week of Easter, 23 April 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (6 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Rose of Lima parish in Wrangell, Alaska. The Holy Spirit burns so brightly in Deacon Steven that he has the face of an angel. Jesus calls us to look beyond the bread we eat and SEE Him! "This is the work of God, that you believe in the one he sent." Read John 6.

Readings: Acts 6:8-15; Psalm 119; John 6:22-29

Third Sunday of Easter, 22 April 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (17 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. Jesus appears to the Apostles gathered in the upper room that first night after the Resurrection. The Second Vatican Council teaches us that the Real Presence of our Resurrected Lord and be found: in the Gathered Assembly, in the Word of God Proclaimed, in Priest, and in the "transubstantiated" bread and wine. Let us grow our vision of where to see Jesus alive and active.

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Readings: Acts 3:13-15, 17-19; Psalm 4; 1 John 2:1-5a; Luke 24:35-48

Saturday of the 2nd Week of Easter, 21 Apr 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (9 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. Today the Apostles name seven deacons to help in the ministry. Pray for more deacons.

Readings: Act 6:1-7; Psalm 33; John 6:16-21

Friday of the 2nd Week of Easter, 20 April 2012

Click here to download to and listen to this homily (10 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. Gamaliel shows us the wisdom of taking no action. "So now I tell you, have nothing to do with these men, and let them go. For if this endeavor or this activity is of human origin, it with destroy itself. But if it comes from God, you will not be able to destroy them, you may even find yourself fighting against God." Acts 5:34-42 This gives great evidence that the Catholic Church is of God, for we have not been able to destroy Her from within or from without.

Readings: Acts 5:34-42; Psalm 27; John 6:1-15

Thursday of the 2nd Week of Easter, 19 April 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (8 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. The Father does not ration his gift of the Holy Spirit.

Readings: Acts: 5:27-33; Psalm 34; John 3:31-36

Wednesday of the 2nd Week of Easter, 18 April 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (8 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. "God so loved the world that he gave his only-begotten Son, so that everyone who believes in him might not perish but might have eternal life. For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but that the world might be saved through him." John 3:16-17.

Readings: Acts: 5:17-26; Psalm 34; John 3:16-21

Tuesday of the 2nd Week of Easter, 17 April 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (10 minutes) give by Fr Thomas Weise at St Rose of Lima parish in Wrangell, Alaska. Just as Moses lifted up the serpent in the desert, so will the Son of Man be lifted up, so that all who look upon Him will be saved. Spend some time today looking at a crucifix so that you will be born from above.

Readings: Acts 4:32-37; Psalm 93; John 3:7b-15

Monday of the 2nd Week of Easter, 16 April 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (8 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Rose of Lima parish in Wrangell, Alaska. Jesus bigins his conversation with Nicodemus, "You must be born from above" of water and the Spirit.

Readings: Acts 4:23-31; Psalm 2; John 3:1-8

Divine Mercy Sunday, 15 April 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (21 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. Jesus meets Thomas in his doubt and heals his harness of heart by allowing Thomas to touch His radiant and glorified wounds. The Image of Divine Mercy shows red and white light shining out of Jesus' wounded side. Just like the light that shines out of the cracked and repaired vase; Christ's light shines out of our wounds and brokenness when loved in His Divine Mercy.

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Readings: Acts 4:32-35; Psalm 118; 1 John 5:1-6; John 20:19-31

Saturday of the Octave of Easter, 14 April 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (8 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. Jesus rebuked the Eleven for their unbelief about His Resurrection. He then said to them, "Go into the whole world and proclaim the Gospel to every creature." If Jesus can use the imperfect apostles He can use me and you.

Readings: Acts: 4:13-21; Psalm 118; Mark 16:9-15

Friday of the Octave of Easter, 13 April 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (9 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. Peter filled with the Holy Spirit responds, "There is no salvation through anyone else, nor is there any other name under heaven give to the human race by which we are to saved--Jesus Christ the Nazorean." Jesus feeds the disciples who had gone out fishing overnight a breakfast of fish and bread.

Readings: Act 4:1-12; Psalm 118; John 21:1-14

Thursday of the Octave of Easter, 12 Apr 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (9 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. Jesus stood in their midst and said, "Peace be with you. ... Look at my hands and my feet, that it is I myself. Touch me and see, because a ghost does not have flesh and bones as you can see I have." Peter preaches boldly, giving witness to the risen Christ after he is filled with the Holy Spirit at Pentecost.

Readings: Acts 3:11-26; Psalm 8; Luke 24:35-48

Wednesday of the Octave of Easter, 11 April 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (12 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. Jesus searches out and walks with the two bound for Emmaus on the afternoon of His resurrection so that none would be lost. Their hearts were burning within them as He open the Scriptures to them and they recognized Him in the breaking of the bread.

Readings: Acts 3:1-10; Psalm 105; Luke 24:13-35

Tuesday of the Octave of Easter, 10 April 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (8 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. Mary Magdalene is back at the empty tomb weeping. She talks with two Angels and Jesus who she mistakes for the gardener, her senses clouded with grief. Then Jesus calls her by name and all grief is replaced with Easter Joy. In our darkest hours let us listen for Jesus, who is always and everywhere calling each of us by name.

Readings: Acts 2:36-41; Psalm 33; John 20:11-18

Monday of the Octave of Easter, 9 April 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (8 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. Mary Magdalene and the other Mary went away quickly from the tomb, fearful yet overjoyed, and ran to announce the news to his disciples. Let us do likewise.

Readings: Acts 2:14, 22-23; Psalm 16; Matthew 28:8-15

Easter, 8 April 2012

Click here to download and listen to this homily (14 minutes) given by Fr Thomas Weise at St Catherine of Siena parish in Petersburg, Alaska. The tomb is empty, the burial cloths are no longer needed, because Jesus is Risen from the Dead. His resurrection calls us from death to life. Share the Good News: Jesus is Risen, He is Risen Indeed!

Readings: Acts 10:34a, 37-43; Psalm 118; Colossians 3:1-4; John 20:1-9