Today we remember Jesus’ ascension into Heaven.  The first reading says that the disciples witnessed Jesus being lifted in the sky until clouds hid him.  In the vlog, Fr. MD discusses ‘exactly where is Heaven’?  Enjoy.  Based on the readings of Acts 1: 1-11; Ephesians 1: 17-23; Matthew 28: 16-20.

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The first reading today talks about Peter and John laying hands on Christians so they can receive the Holy Spirit.  The Catholics continue to receive the Holy Spirit through the Sacrament of Confirmation.  Today’s vlog will explain more.  Based on the readings of Acts 8: 5-17; 1 Peter 3: 15-18; John 14: 15-21.

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This gospel reading, in which Jesus teaches that there are plenty of rooms in the Father’s house, is often used for funeral Masses.  Many people take comfort from reading Jesus’ assurance.  Unfortunately, there are some people who are terrified of dying.  In this vlog, Fr. MD offers a few tips for those who are very afraid of their own death.  Based on the readings of Acts 6: 1-7; 1 Peter 2: 4-9; John 14: 1-12.

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Today, Fr. MD takes the opportunity to discuss why the Pope is not the Anti-Christ or false prophet as claimed by some people who are against the Catholic Church.  Jesus chose Peter to be the leader of the early Christian community and the importance of having a visible leader has not changed for the modern Church.  Thanks be to God for giving us Pope Francis as our 265th pope since Peter who was the first pope.  Based on the readings of Acts 2: 14-41; 1 Peter 2: 20-25; John 10: 1-10.

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