These difficult times demand that we turn back to the beautiful mystery of who God is and what it means to be His cherished children. Listen in to the daily homilies from the Marian Fathers at the National Shrine of The Divine Mercy, including Fr. Chris Alar, Fr. Kaz Chwalek, and many more. May they help you to live by God’s will that you may play an active and effective role in a world whose wellbeing requires authentic Christian witness!
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Divine Wisdom and the Kingdom Within - Fr. Mark Baron | 11/13/25
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13:42True wisdom doesn’t come from books or clever ideas — it comes from God Himself. As Fr. Mark reminds us, divine wisdom is the light of God that orders all things in creation and directs them toward their ultimate purpose. Today’s readings from Wisdom 7:22b–8:1 and Luke 17:20–25 show us that this divine wisdom is not something distant or abstract; i…
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Tearing Down the Dividing Wall - Fr. Tyler Mentzer | 11/12/25
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20:06Today, the Church celebrates the Memorial of St. Josaphat, a bishop and martyr who gave his life for the unity of the Church — a unity founded in Christ Himself, who “is our peace, He who made both one and broke down the dividing wall of enmity through His flesh” (Eph 2:14). In today’s Gospel, we encounter the ten lepers who call out to Jesus from …
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Love That Can’t Be Bought - Fr. Chris Alar | 11/11/25
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16:50Today, Fr. Chris Alar reflects on the true meaning of love through the example of St. Martin of Tours — a man remembered for one simple act of charity. A Roman soldier who divided his cloak to clothe a beggar, St. Martin discovered that in serving the poor, he had served Christ Himself (cf. Mt 25:40). What seems like a small moment reveals an etern…
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Mary, Mediatrix of Grace? What the Church Really Teaches - Fr. Jason Lewis | 11/8/25
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21:18Who is Mary in God’s plan of redemption? Is she “Co-Redemptrix”? “Mediatrix of All Graces”? What does the Church actually teach about these titles — and why has there been renewed discussion about them? In this special votive Mass, Fr. Jason offers clarity on the Blessed Virgin Mary’s unique role in salvation history, following the recent doctrinal…
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The Pope Who Stopped Attila the Hun - Fr. Matthew Tomeny | 11/10/25
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10:17What makes a true shepherd great? Strength in leadership, courage in the face of danger, and clarity in truth. Today, the Church celebrates Pope St. Leo the Great, whose faith shaped both the Church and the world during one of history’s darkest times. When Attila the Hun and his brutal army advanced toward Rome, Pope Leo — a frail, elderly man — we…
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The Forgotten Souls: Why All Souls Day Matters More Than You Think - Fr. Chris Alar | 11/2/25
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19:38Fr. Chris reminds us that today — the Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed — is one of the most important days of the Church year. Though it’s not a solemnity or feast, its spiritual weight is immense. Following the glory of All Saints Day, we now turn to the souls who still await their full union with God — the holy souls in Purgatory. Toget…
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Your True Calling: To Be a Saint - Fr. Matthew Tomeny | 11/1/25
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23:46Happy All Saints Day! As Fr. Matthew reminds us, today we celebrate all the saints — not just those canonized and known to the Church, but also the hidden saints known only to God. These are the souls who lived their lives faithfully, quietly, and heroically, fulfilling the will of God in the ordinary duties of their daily lives. This feast is mean…
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The Eternal Investment Plan - Fr. Chris Alar | 11/7/25
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16:55In today’s Gospel, Fr. Chris Alar reflects on what it truly means to be a faithful steward of the gifts God has entrusted to us. The steward in the Gospel, much like the prodigal son, squandered what was not his. But how often do we do the same? Our time, our treasure, and our talents—none of these belong to us. Everything we possess is a gift from…
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The Sobering Reality of Judgment - Fr. Mark Baron | 11/6/25
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20:16As the world focuses on elections and politics, Fr. Mark Baron reminds us that November calls Catholics to something far deeper — the Last Things: death, judgment, heaven, and hell. While political outcomes can stir hope or despair, Fr. Mark challenges us to shift our trust from men to God, who alone rules history and every soul. St. Paul writes, “…
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Are We No Longer Able To Call Mary Co-Redemptrix or Co-Redeemer? - Fr. Chris Alar | 11/5/25
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17:26Fr. Chris Alar addresses the recent doctrinal note Mater Populi Fidelis (“Mother of the Faithful”) released by the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith. The document discusses Marian titles such as Co-Redemptrix and Co-Mediatrix, leading many to ask whether these titles may still be used. Fr. Chris explains that this note falls under the ordinar…
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The Heart That Reformed the Church (St. Charles Borromeo) - Fr. Matthew Tomeny | 11/4/25
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14:12St. Charles Borromeo is one of the greatest reformers in Church history — not through rebellion or innovation, but through holiness, humility, and total detachment from the world. Born into nobility and privilege, he could have lived in comfort, wealth, and ease. Instead, after the death of his brother, St. Charles turned his back on worldly attach…
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Halloween; Good or Bad? - Fr. Chris Alar | 10/31/25
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17:09As Fr. Chris Alar explains, the evening we now call Halloween began not as a pagan ritual, but as a sacred Christian vigil—All Hallows’ Eve, the holy night before the solemnity of All Saints’ Day. This feast, instituted in the 700s, has always been a time to honor the saints and pray for the faithful departed. The Church’s ancient practice of vigil…
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October 30, 2025 - Fr. Tyler Mentzer, MIC
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October 28, 2025 - Fr. Matthew Tomeny, MIC
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October 26, 2025 - Fr. Tyler Mentzer, MIC
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October 25, 2025 - Fr. Matthew Tomeny, MIC
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October 24, 2025 - Fr. Anthony Gramlich, MIC
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October 18, 2025 - Fr. Matthew Tomeny, MIC
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October 15, 2025 - Fr. Tyler Mentzer, MIC
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October 14, 2025 - Fr. Anthony Gramlich, MIC
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October 7, 2025 - Fr. Matthew Tomeny, MIC
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September 30, 2025 - Fr. Matthew Tomeny, MIC
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September 29, 2025 - Fr. Jason Lewis, MIC
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September 27, 2025 - Fr. Jason Lewis, MIC
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September 26, 2025 - Fr. Anthony Gramlich, MIC
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