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3rd Sunday of Advent, “Gaudete” Sunday

I. “Are You the One Who Is To Come?” A. From time to time, we may find ourselves alone, even isolated, perhaps cooped up at home or hospitalized. When we are alone and isolated for long periods, so many thoughts and emotions crowd in upon our minds and hearts. Questions come into our minds, questions...
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Father Casimir Melvin Peterson; Funeral Remarks

I. A Sketch of His Life A. This morning, we commend to the Lord of life and love a good and faithful priest, Father Casimir Melvin Peterson. We also give thanks to our Heavenly Father for the many gifts of nature and grace which Father Peterson was endowed and for his dedicated priestly ministry in...
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Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception

I. Introduction A. On May 10th, 1846, Archbishop Samuel Eccleston, the 5th Archbishop of Baltimore, gathered with twenty-two bishops of the United States here at this Basilica of the Assumption of Our Lady. Together they celebrated the opening Mass of the 6th Provincial Council of Baltimore, one in a series of 19th century councils that...
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Discipleship: Pope Francis’ Lexicon; Advent Spiritual Reflection; Baltimore Area Federal Association, Order of Malta

I. Introduction A. What a pleasure to be with all of you this evening to spend a little time together during this season of Advent to prepare our hearts for the coming of the Lord. I’ve had the privilege of being with a number of you for breakfast – the Catholic Charities Leadership Breakfast at...
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Concluding Remarks; Catholic Charities Leadership Breakfast

Many, if not most of you, have negotiated with Bill McCarthy. So you know that he is a tough negotiator. This morning I negotiated with Bill about the content of my talk. I was rightly afraid he’d steal what little thunder I have by recognizing Bishop-elect Parker and I’d be left without an applause line....
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Second Sunday in Advent, Year A; Memorial Mass for Helen Marikle Passano; Notre Dame of Maryland

I. Introduction Gathered together for this Birthday Celebration Mass for Helen in this chapel, so beautifully restored in honor and in memory of her parents, I wish to greet first Msgr. Rick Woy, Rector of the Cathedral of Mary Our Queen, together with the President of the University of Notre Dame in Maryland, Dr. Mary...
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Memorial of St. Cecilia, Virgin and Martyr; Archdiocesan Leadership Team Retreat Mass

I. Introduction A. Some 63 years ago today, President Kennedy was assassinated while riding in an open car through the streets of Dallas. If you are of a certain age you remember where you were and what you were doing on that fateful day when Walter Cronkite informed the nation of this tragedy. I was...
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Solemnity of Christ the King 2016; Knights of Columbus Mid-Year Meeting

I. Introduction A. This morning, in Rome, Pope Francis concluded the Year of Mercy; here in Orlando, in closest union with the Successor of Peter, we, the family of the Knights of Columbus, also conclude the Year of Mercy. B. We do so with deep gratitude to God, the Father of Mercies, for the many...
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Mary Queen and Mother of Mercy; Knights of Columbus Mid-Year Meeting

I. Introduction: Queen of Mercy A. Tomorrow we shall celebrate the Feast of Christ the King…Jesus our merciful King. We shall celebrate how, through the Blood of the Cross, mercy triumphed over sin and life triumphed over death. And we shall pay our homage to the Lord and King of heaven and earth. B. In...
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Knights of Columbus, Mid-Year Meeting Address

I. Introduction A. Good afternoon, brother knights! During the last day and a half, we have had serious discussions principally centering on the future of the Order, a future that is driven in large measure by our effectiveness and innovation in attracting and recruiting younger members and their families. You have spent much time in...
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Dedication of St. Katharine Drexel Church

I. Introduction A. Let me begin with words of congratulations and gratitude. We wouldn’t be gathered in this beautiful new church were it not for the leadership, hard work, and perseverance of your pastor, Fr. Keith. Let’s express our deepest gratitude! I also join with all of you in thanking the parish staff, parish lay...
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Formation for Evangelization; Ecumenical Institute

I. Introduction: “Neither Fish Nor Fowl” A. I am happy to have the opportunity to spend some time with all of you discussing the various aspects of formation for evangelization. And let me begin with a story. Some 39 years ago, in mid-November 1977, I was a newly ordained priest serving at St. Joseph Parish...
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