Seeds of Hope: Talks and Homilies by Fr. Mike Muhr

<p>How to live the Gospel of Jesus Christ in the 21st century. ~ Fr. Mike Muhr is pastor of St. Lawrence Catholic Church in Tampa, Florida. He served as a spiritual director and co-taught courses in pastoral ministry for 14 years at St. Vincent de Paul Regional Seminary in Boynton Beach, Florida.</p>

The Power of Jesus’ Voice

ENCORE RECORDING In this episode you’ll hear of the power of Jesus’ voice and how he still speaks to each of us today. Sunday readings: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/090124.cfm A Million Miles in a Thousand Years By Donald Miller

09-01
10:38

To Dream the Impossible Dream

ENCORE EPISODE In this episode you’ll hear Isaiah the prophet describe an impossible scenario, and yet it’s God’s ultimate plan and desire! Readings https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/120725.cfm Book Reference Quiet Strength By Tony Dungy

12-06
10:02

The Spirit of Advent

ENCORE EPISODE In this episode you’ll hear how Christmas used to be celebrated and how these next four weeks of Advent are so important for a graced-filled experience of Jesus’ birthday. Readings https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/113025.cfm Book Reference The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry By John Mark Comer

12-01
09:22

What Is the “Fear of the Lord”?

ENCORE EPISODE In the gospel reading today, the good thief, admonishes the other crucified criminal, “Have you no fear of God?” What does the “fear of the Lord” mean? In this episode you’ll hear about many fears that block or paralyze us and about this holy fear which is a gift of the Holy Spirit. Readings https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/112325.cfm Song Jesus, Remember Me https://youtu.be/r6tVReXsioM

11-23
09:45

God and Violence

ENCORE EPISODE In this episode you’ll hear about God and violence, about judgment and the importance of being ready for our ultimate choice. Readings https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/111625.cfm Book Reference The Great Divorce By C.S.Lewis

11-15
10:21

“Do You Not Know That You Are The Temple of God?”

Today is the Feast of the Dedication of the Basilica of St. John Lateran. In this episode you will hear about the importance of this church and how we are all made by God to be the temple of His presence. Readings

11-10
07:29

What’s the Deal with Purgatory?

In this episode you’ll hear an answer to this question and how purgatory is deeply rooted in God’s inexhaustible mercy.

11-04
12:36

Watch Out for One-Way Prayers

In this episode you will hear about the parable Jesus tells of the Pharisee and the tax collector at prayer in the temple. He highlights the emptiness of one-way prayers. Readings https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/102625.cfm

10-27
10:38

Fr. John’s Choice

ENCORE EPISODE Why is life so difficult? Shouldn't it be easier? In this episode you’ll hear two powerful examples of faith and hope in the midst of adversity. Readings https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/101925.cfm Book Reference The Road Less Traveled: A New Psychology of Love, Values, and Spiritual Growth by M. Scott Peck, MD

10-18
08:01

Stand Up and Go

ENCORE EPISODE In the gospel for today Jesus heals ten lepers, but only one returns to give thanks. Jesus asks, “Where are the other nine?” In this episode you’ll hear what Jesus tells the one, and through him, you and me. READINGS https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/101225.cfm

10-11
10:13

I Want to Go and Pay my Respects

ENCORE EPISODE In this episode you’ll hear about the meaning of respect and its powerful implications. Readings https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/100525.cfm

10-04
08:40

Do You See Lazarus?

In this episode you’ll hear about Jesus’ parable The Rich Man and Lazarus. Where do you see Lazarus today in your life and how is Jesus calling you to respond? Readings https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/092825.cfm

10-02
05:14

When God Ran

ENCORE RECORDING In the Gospel today, Jesus tells three unforgettable stories of God‘s mercy. The story of the prodigal son is open-ended. In this episode you’ll hear three possible continuations of that story and God‘s outrageous hope. Readings https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/091122.cfm When God Ran by Benny Hester and John Parenti https://youtu.be/asU6FXnHWus

09-16
08:57

The Cost of Discipleship

In today’s gospel reading Jesus turns around and addresses the great crowd traveling with him. He is proclaiming the kingdom of God, but many are not getting it. He thus describes three conditions for being his disciple. This is a moment of choice for each person in the crowd, and for you and me. Readings https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/090725.cfm

09-08
09:27

It’s Hard To Be Humble

ENCORE EPISODE If someone should ever write a book entitled How to Be the Most Humble Person You Know, don’t buy it! Humility is God’s gift. Find out in this episode how to practice humility every day and every time you go to Mass. Readings https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/083125.cfm

08-31
12:13

The Breath of God

In this episode Jesus encourages us to enter through the narrow gate. What is the narrow gate and how can we enter it? Readings https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/082425.cfm

08-24
09:04

The Fire of Love

ENCORE RECORDING In today’s gospel reading Jesus says, “I have come to set the earth on fire, and how I wish it were already blazing.” What kind of fire is he talking about? He also says, “Do you think I have come to establish peace on the earth? No, I tell you but rather division.” How can these words be reconciled with all that Jesus says about love and forgiveness, his teachings about the importance of marriage and family and his prayer for unity? If these questions resemble yours, listen...

08-16
12:14

“Do You Trust Me?”

“Do you trust me?” is a question that reverberates throughout the Bible. In this episode you’ll hear about Abraham's astonishing faith and trust in a God he has never heard of before who leads him on a journey “not knowing where he was to go.”Hebrews 11:8

08-10
08:43

Regrets, I’ve Had a Few

Do regrets from past sins and mistakes still haunt you? In this episode you’ll hear of two keys that can unlock the prison doors of our regrets. Readings https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/080325.cfm

08-04
09:51

The Back and Forth of Prayer

Prayer is talking and listening. It’s a relationship in which we learn how to be honest and vulnerable and how to listen more deeply for the presence and voice of God in our lives. In this episode you’ll hear about the dialogue between Abraham and God and how Jesus teaches his disciples how to pray, offering them insights into this profound and mysterious relationship. Readings https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/072725.cfm

07-28
08:46

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