SOMETIMES JESUS SURPRISES US!
Fr Louis Scurti reflects on the Scriptures…sometimes Jesus surprises us with His words! He delves into the four Gospels and notes their unique characteristics as each presents Good News!
INTRODUCTION and GOSPEL “SCRIPTURES OF OPPOSITES” 29th Sunday
[maxbutton id=”1″ url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bRDjGbNyfvg&feature=youtu.be” ] FRIENDS OF THE WORD, INC. presents Father Lou Scurti 29th Ordinary Time SCRIPTURES OF OPPOSITES Isaiah 45:1, 4-6, 1 Thessalonians 1:1-5b, Matthew 22:15-21 THE PHARISEES AND HERODIANS TRY TO TRICK JESUS. HOWEVER, HE KNOWS THE SIGNS OF THE TIMES, AS FR LOUIS SCURTI INDICATES IN HIS INTRODUCTION AND HOMILY…
MARTYRS AND WITNESSES TO THE FAITH
The World has so many conflicting issues around the subject of FAITH. Fr Lou discusses the indigenous Iroquois who martyred St. Issac Joques and his Companions, in light of God’s Love for all peoples! After Mass Fr Lou was asked where the Church teaches all people can get to heaven. He referred to: Lumen Gentium…
GUESS WHO IS INVITED?
GUESS WHO IS INVITED Fr Louis Scurti presents the Homily of the 28th Sunday of Ordinary Time. He introduces the Homily and Gospel “The Wedding Garment” is a symbol of what to “wear” in preparation for the Banquet to which we are all invited!
JESUS GIVES US THE OPPORTUNITY TO SHARE OUR STORY 27th Sunday
BRIEF INTRODUCTION THE GOSPEL Fr Louis Scurti shares the Homily of the 27th Sunday of the Year. The Parable of the Vineyards provides an opportunity to consider our gifts, our story and giving back to God from all He has given us! [email protected]. WWW.FriendsoftheWord.org
GOD IS WITH US In memory of Las Vegas
Fr Louis Scurti focuses on Jerusalem as a symbol of Jesus’ Death and Resurrection, based on the readings and events of the day. GOD IS WITH US. Zec 8:20-23, Lk 9:51-56 In Memory
SAYING YES OR NO TO JESUS…KNEELING OR STANDING…?
BRIEF REFLECTION OF 26TH SUNDAY BASED ON READINGS OF 26TH SUNDAY OF THE YEAR, FR LOUIS SCURTI INVITES US TO ACCEPT THE INVITATION OF JESUS. EZEKIEL 18; 25-28 PHILIPPIANS 2; 1-11 MATTHEW 21; 33-43 WWW.FRIENDSOFTHEWORD.ORG 2 other Sons Michael & Louis Thank you for joining us. Jerry Reynolds, Ann Marie Abad, Maggie Molino, Bill…
MICHAEL AND THE ARCHANGELS
Fr Louis Scurti shares his personal stories about the ANGELS, especially St Michael, the defender of God’s Honor. He reflects on the “Michaels” in his family from his Grandfather to his grandnephew. This is also his maternal grandmother’s birthday who said: ” Senza il prete, non c’e la Messe!” Introduction to the Homily, Angels Thank…
What if people were talking about us and how Christian we acted?
Wouldn’t it be great if people were talking about us and how Christian we acted? King Herod was asking about Jesus and who he was and he looked forward to meeting him., Based on his actions, Jesus became a phenomenon to Herod. Should we be a phenomenon to society in imitation of Jesus
COMMITMENT OF AFFILIATES OF ST LUCY FILIPPINI
Fr Louis Scurti preaches on the “Seeds of the Word of God” at the Commitment and Recommitment of the Affiliates of St Lucy Filippini, at Villa Walsh, Morristown. The Affiliates are lay women who follow the charism of St. Lucy Filippini www.FriendsoftheWord.org [email protected] Fr Louis Scurti with Sr. Dorothy & Sr. Mary, MPF