Today is Pentecost Sunday. Today Fr.MD discusses how the Holy Spirit has helped the Church throughout history.  Despite the current challenges we are facing, the Holy Spirit is always ready to help us. Based on the readings of Acts 2: 1-11; 1 Corinthians 12: 3-13; & John 20: 19-23. 

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Today is the Ascension of Our Lord. Before Jesus ascended, He gave three instructions to His Apostles and in fact for all Christians. What are they? This vlog will discuss them. Based on the readings of Acts 1: 1-11; Ephesians 1: 17-23; & Matthew 28:16-20. 

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The first reading discusses the ministry of St. Philip the Evangelist. Many would assume that he was one of the Apostles. The answer is no. Fr. MD takes an opportunity to discuss the two Philips who exercised great influence in the Early Church. Enjoy! Based on the readings of Acts 8:5-17; 1 Peter 3: 15-18; & John 14: 15-21.

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The gospel explains how the apostles asked Jesus some deep questions about the nature of God.  It is natural for us wanting to know more about God. But truthfully, we will never fully understand God. Let’s watch this vlog with Fr. MD’s reflections on this subject. Based on the readings of Acts 6: 1-7; 1 Peter 2: 4-9; & John 14: 1-12.  

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One of the well known quotes of Pope Francis is: “Be shepherds with the smell of sheep.” What does this mean? This vlog will explain more. Based on the readings of Acts 2: 14-41; 1 Peter 2: 20-25; & John 10: 1-10.  

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