In Today’s Gospel (Luke 5:33-39) Jesus is questioned why his disciples do not fast and pray as do the disciples of the Pharisees and John the Baptist. Jesus refers to himself as the Bridegroom, in whose presence the disciples rejoice; eating and drinking. (A reference to Eucharist, where we eat Read more
Today’s first reading continues from the Book of Exodus. In today’s selection, we see Moses erect the Dwelling of the LORD, as God commanded. In this Dwelling Moses placed the Ten Commandments, and the glory of the LORD filled the Dwelling. (Exodus 40) Notice how the Ten Commandments serve for Read more
One of the things I truly enjoy about being a bishop is the opportunity to celebrate Mass with many different parishes. It is both a challenge and a gift to preach the Gospel in so many different settings, to so many different people. But the one thing that remains the Read more
This was the first year since I’ve been in Wyoming that the weather permitted an outdoor Easter Fire. By Wyoming standards, it was beautiful. Temps were probably in mid 30’s and minimal wind. I believe we actually made it from the side garden to the inside of the Cathedral without Read more
Holy Thursday Mass of the Lord’s Supper 2013 Homily Good Shepherd Tonight; Sacrificial Lamb Tomorrow Tonight, we celebrate the beginnings of the Church as Jesus establishes the two great sacraments of Eucharist and Priesthood. Tonight, we see Jesus as the Good Shepherd. Tomorrow, we will gaze upon Him as Read more
Last Tuesday was the beginning of nearly a week on the road. I was glad to make it home last night. After Mass Sunday morning at St. Anthony in Casper, I made my way to another Mission community; St. Hubert in Kaycee. Actually, I’m not sure why we refer to Read more
Today, I visited two more missions. Two years ago, I stayed at the ‘cabin’ in Story while I took some time off after Easter, but I did not have the chance to celebrate Mass with the community. Story is a short drive from Sheridan. I’m not sure if you would Read more
Last night, we had our fourth gathering of young adults, known as Thursday Night Life. These gatherings are for anyone in their 20’s and 30’s. Another moderate crowd turned out, as usual, competing with many other calendar events. We as a diocese have a great desire to ‘connect’ with our Read more
As I sit refining my thoughts for tonight’s homily, I’m mindful of the ‘main ingredients’ of this Holy Thursday. The Mass of the Lord’s Supper highlights the three topics of Eucharist, Priesthood, and Charity. Eucharist is perhaps most easily associated with the Last Supper. We are all familiar with Jesus Read more
We are presented with some great Scripture in today’s Mass. For me, these passages offer insights to the greatness of God, in His uncanny and mysterious capacity to “make Himself small” so that we may experience His presence and love. To put these passages into perspective, I offer first the Read more