Sunday Thoughts From Fr. Edward Looney

The Church canonizes two young saints today....Carlos Acutis and Pier Giorgio Frassati. How do they speak to the church at large today. My reflection for this weekend, pre-recorded for WTCH and for all of you!

In this homily, Fr. Looney offers a few thoughts about humility.

In this homily, Fr. Edward reflects on the Gospel’s call to “Go out to all the world” and explores what that truly means. Mission begins by first going out to encounter Christ, and then going forth to proclaim Him to others. Fr. Edward shares how the apostles embraced this missionary call, how saints throughout history carried the Gospel to new places, and how key figures in the Diocese of Green Bay—Fr. Claude Allouez, Fr. Samuel Mazzuchelli, Fr. Bonduel, and Fr. Daems—lived this call with courage and faith. Be inspired to live your own mission: meet Christ deeply, and bring His love to the world around you.

In this homily, Fr. Edward Looney reflects on the time he was made to memorize a scripture passage. He muses over why that particular chapter and encourages the listener to memorize a passage of scripture.

In this homily, Fr. Edward reflects on the significance of the word all—and how every generation, before, during, and after Mary’s earthly life, has indeed called her blessed. Her words at the Visitation, recorded in the Magnificat, were truly prophetic!

In this homily, Fr. Edward Looney shares why the statement "I used to be Catholic but...." bothers him so much and provides a few responses of "I am Catholic because..."

Beautiful churches are a foretaste of Heaven but nothing compares to the heavenly dwelling place.

In this homily, Fr. Edward Looney reflects on the things that might be keeping us up at night, tossing and turning. He gives a few spiritual remedies that might help you to have a restful night.

In this homily, Fr. Edward Looney shares how he has asked for the prayers of several holy men and women whose causes for canonization are underway—and how, over time, he has seen graces and answers that seem to correspond to their intercession. Be encouraged to ask, keep asking, and be watchful for how God responds.

In this homily, Fr. Looney reflects on Jesus's visit to Bethany, to the home of Martha and Mary. Why did he visit them? The scriptures don't tell us, but what answers could we come up with? What do you propose?

In this homily, Fr. Edward Looney reflects on the Parable of the Good Samaritan through the lens of a recent movie he watched on Netflix called Straw. He challenges us to recognize the people around us as our neighbors—especially those we might overlook or avoid—and to respond with compassion and kindness. When we choose to see and serve others, we don’t just transform their lives… we allow God to transform ours.

In this homily, Fr. Edward Looney reflects upon raising vocations from within our parish through prayer. He shares the example of the parish in Wrightstown and a story about Blessed Stanley Rother. Let us pray and watch how God answers our prayers.

If you want to witness a miracle, come to Mass on the weekend, come to daily Mass, and you'll see a miracle.

In this homily, Fr. Edward Looney reflects about three images of the Trinity that he sat and prayed with this week. Do you have an image of the Trinity in mind? Hopefully after this homily, you will.

Fr. Edward reflects about his ten years as a priest and the lessons he has learned in the school of the Holy Spirit.

Every day is an opportunity to say yes to the Lord.

An experience at a Jason Gray concert revealed a spiritual truth to Fr. Edward which he connects to the Ascension for today's feast day. Let's just say, if you think you are alone, you are not, you are never alone! Trust me!

Fr. Edward Looney preaches at the Tuesday Mass for the annual gathering of the Mariological Society of America.

In this homily, Fr. Edward Looney preaches about discipleship- what it means to be a disciple, and our choice to be and commit to living as a disciple.

In this homily, Fr. Edward Looney reflects on the ordination rites and the cloth presented to the mother at the priest's first Mass. Fr. Edward encourages mothers and fathers to pray for vocations among their family, and to pray that the voice of Christ the Good Shepherd will be heard through Pope Leo XIV.