November 7, 2021 by frbillnicholas THE REAL MEANING BEHIND THE WIDOW’S MITE Homily32nd Sunday of the Year – B—–1 Kings 17:10-16Mark 12:41-44 The story of the Widow’s Mite (Mark 12:41-44) is popular among the stories of the Gospels, but it is more than a simple story of Love and Generosity. When read beside the story of Elijah and the Widow of Zarephath (I Kings 17:10-16) it takes on a meaning beyond a simple act of “giving”. Fr. Bill discusses both stories together and discusses the deeper meaning behind the generosity of both widows.
March 9, 2019 by frbillnicholas Lent – 40 Days in the Desert Lenten Reflection for the Saturday after Ash Wednesday. What is the Tradition of 40 days as found in the Scripture and in the Tradition of the Church? Why is it important in the formation and development of those chosen by God?
August 25, 2018 by frbillnicholas RETURN OF THE PROPHET – The Book of Revelation Apocalypse, part 31 “Return of the Prophet” Before the 7th Trumpet is blown and God takes possession of the Earth, Heaven bestows the gift and charism of Prophecy on John and on His persecuted Church.
