St. Basil Catholic Church Brecksville Podcast

We need food to sustain us and keep us from getting hangry. However, we need the Bread of Life to feed us so that we can live lives of love, joy, and peace.  Fr. Ryan preached this Homily at the 2024 First Communion Masses. 

 

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As we celebrate the birthday of the Church this Pentecost, the living organism that we are called to be a part of, we are reminded that being a Christian is a transformation.  The Holy Spirit animates us changes us to become another Jesus in this world. 

 

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Jesus enters the world through a woman and exits through the Ascension. Like Mary, we are called to be Christ bearers bringing Jesus into the world. 

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In this lively episode, Father Ryan shares stories from St. Basil's unforgettable parish pilgrimage in France. Tune in for a lighthearted blend of adventure and spirituality as his journey unfolds in vivid detail.

 

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"God loves you" goes beyond a simplistic slogan; it embodies a transformative reality. God's love has the profound ability to unlock our hearts, awakening us to deeper truths and potentials within the complexities of life. Lord, will you love me here?

Reflections:

What part of you needs a lot of love today?

Where in your life do you feel the need to be really cared for?

 

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Why are we tempted to boast about our successes and hide our failures? Based on the book "The Way of Imperfection," Jen Ricard, TOB Executive Director, provides insights and encouragement for descending into the heart of our own poverty to discover God's unconditional love and mercy. 

 

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We experience the fullness of the good news of Jesus through our participation in Mass. In this sacred gathering, Jesus connects with us in a unique and meaningful way, infusing our lives with His presence, particularly through the Sacramental Life of the Church.

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Our hearts brim with appreciation as Deacon Dave gives his farewell homily. Thank you for your ministry and years of guiding us with unwavering devotion and grace.

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On Divine Mercy Sunday, we celebrate the profound grace of receiving mercy. This feast reminds us of the transformative power of God's mercy in our lives, as we seek forgiveness and reconciliation with Him. We, too, are called to extend this same compassion and forgiveness to others in our lives.

Reflection Questions:

1. Who has shown you mercy when you needed it most?
2. Who is the Lord asking you to have mercy on?

 

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On Monday, April 8, 2024, Cleveland, Ohio, will be in the path of totality for the solar eclipse. Tune in as we explore the intersection of faith and science, delving into the rich symbolism and theological insights that emerge when Catholicism encounters the wonders of the universe. 

 

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God became one of us, died as one of us, and rose as one of us. His resurrection assures us that no matter the depths of suffering or adversity we face, there is always the promise of new life and the assurance of His abiding presence. Hallelujah.

 

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Trust in the crucified One, Jesus. 

 

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Surrendering brings a flood of God's redeeming love. 

 

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"My God, my God, why...,"  Jesus takes on our "why" so that the places in our heart experiencing pain and suffering may be joined to Him. This Holy Week, let us dive into our human experience by asking "why" so that we may enter into the depths of utter holiness with God. 

 

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Fr. Ryan gave a talk to principals from Catholic schools in the Diocese of Cleveland on March 13, 2024.

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The story of Lazarus in the Gospel reminds us that death has no power over us - instead, Jesus has power over death. In Jesus, there is a life stronger than death.

 

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Don't let your Bible gather dust like your treadmill, friends! How's Fr. Ryan's and Fr. Jeff's challenge to read the Gospels going on your end? A bit behind? Fear not. We're here to help you get through at least the Gospel of Mark before Easter! That's only 1 chapter a day (and you can take the weekends off!) Check out a great Bible resource:  https://honlam.org/rsvce/index.html 

 

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Our past mistakes, brokenness, and weaknesses do not disqualify us from God's love.  The story of the Samaritan woman at the well is an example of Jesus speaking into her past with reverence, compassion, and love in order to draw her into His healing and transformative powers. 

 

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Surviving several strokes has been a journey of reflection and prayer with the Lord for St. Basil's Director of Evangelization, Tommy Dome.

To truly listen to Jesus is to invite His presence into our lives. It is through this attentive listening that we find nourishment for our souls, strength for our journey, and the assurance of His unwavering love. Through the Gospels, we encounter the living Word of God, speaking directly to our hearts with timeless relevance and divine authority.

Jesus invites you to experience His love and power through the Sacrament of Reconciliation.

Full video: https://youtu.be/PLY27QL9dvE

As we embark on our journey of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving this Lenten season, let us remember that the restlessness we experience in fasting is not merely a hunger of the body, but a hunger of the soul longing for communion with God. Through prayer, we open ourselves up to His grace, finding solace in His presence and strength in our weakness. And as we give alms, let us extend the love and compassion of Christ to our neighbors in need.

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We're all wounded. We need the medicine of Lent to transform us and recognize how much grace we need to direct our longings to God.

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Consider the transformative journey that lies ahead of you this upcoming season of Lent.

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During Lent, let us embrace the liberating truth that true freedom is found in living like Jesus. It's a time for our hearts to be laid bare, our egos punctured, so that the real us, vulnerable and open to God's love, can emerge.

By welcoming, seeing, and loving, Jesus healed the leper, embracing him as a whole person. May we, too, welcome and cherish all whom society shuns, knowing that in love's embrace, healing begins.

Learn more about the history and mission for supporting the sustainability of water systems in Honduras.

Jesus wants to save us from the pain of hell and help us enter into an eternal life filled with beauty, goodness, friendship, and more. 

Fr. Ryan welcomes Lisa López as our new Digital Ministries Coordinator. In a heartfelt interview, Lisa shares how her Texas roots divinely connected her to St. Basil the Great Catholic Church in Brecksville, Ohio. 

Following the Lord means living a rich adventure of tasting real moments of fulfillment and longing for more. 

God's communication of love to our hearts speaks to us in ways we will understand. The thoughts, memories, people, and feelings that come to mind may not be distractions.

You're invited to see yourself in the Magi and go on a journey from the known into the unknown to find hope, peace, joy, and more through Jesus.  

Fr. Ryan presented 3 talks for the formation for Lay Ministers for the Archdiocese of Detroit.  This is talk 3.

Fr. Ryan presented 3 talks for the formation for Lay Ministers for the Archdiocese of Detroit.  This is talk 2. 

Fr. Ryan presented 3 talks for the formation for Lay Ministers for the Archdiocese of Detroit.  This is talk 1. 

Our inclusion into the Holy Family gives us the freedom to be reliant children. 

Christmas shows us the way to be like the Godbaby - tender, vulnerable, gentle.

Is it about preparing for a day? Or preparing for a Person? 

Learn to turn your yearn heavenwards.

Watchful on the 1st Sunday of Advent

Living in the age of freedom and its consequences

Surprise!  Jesus has a different view of work than we do.

Check your balance.

Perfect interpersonal communion between humans and with God

From inspiration to imitation to freedom to be who God intended

God isn't omnipresent simply because that's His nature.  He's everywhere so that you can never be far away.

How could that be "the beautiful place"?

Fr. Ryan discusses the efficacy of St. Pope John Paul II's approach 

Separation?  God came to bridge separations and unite us in the love that sees every life as sacred.