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daily homilies from the Order of Preachers

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For 30 March 2026, Monday of Holy Week, based on John 12:1-11

For 29 March 2026, Palm Sunday, based on Philippians 2:6-11 (Image: Christ of St. John of the Cross, Salvador Dali)

For 28 March 2026, Saturday of the 5th week of Lent, based on Ezekiel 37:21-28

For 27 March 2026, Friday of the 5th week of Lent, based on John 10:31-42

For 26 March 2026, Thursday of the Fifth Week of Lent, based on Genesis 17:3-9, John 8:51-59

For 25 March 2026, The Solemnity of the Annunciation of the Lord, based on Luke 1:26–38

For 24 March 2026, Tuesday of the 5th week of Lent, based on John 8:21-30

For 23 March 2026, Monday of the 5th week of Lent, based on John 8:1-11

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Ruth Ann Henderson
Lay Dominican preaching during the Lent season
Turin, Italy
Episode: The Crucial Question
Father Anietti Okure
Worldwide general promoter for justice and peace for the friars of the Order of Preachers
Order of Preachers
Episode: Persecuted for Giving Life
Sister Mary Ellen Greene
Dominican Sister, Cincinnati Dominican Sisters
Cincinnati Dominican Sisters
Episode: Believing is Seeing
Father Clifton Harris
Pastor in Kingston, Jamaica
Episode: The Temptation of Anger
Kirsten Marie Barretz
Dominican sister of Ehrenberg giving the homily
Dominican Order, Ehrenberg
Episode: When You Thirst
Dr. Anne Gurido
Associate professor of homiletics at Aquinas Institute of Theology
Aquinas Institute of Theology
Episode: Christ, the Way

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Sister Mary Ann Watts
A Dominican sister of hope who emphasizes meeting the needs of others in her homilies.
Father Thomas McCarthy
A preacher and commentator from the Order of Preachers, focusing on grace and spiritual journeys.
Sister Barbara
A preacher from the Order of Preachers who reflects on scripture and contemporary issues.
Deborah Wilhelm
Professor of homiletics, connecting Christian teachings with real-life scenarios.
Father B. Mullins
A preacher from the Order of Preachers focusing on faith's challenges and growth.

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They assert that every person has rights that must be respected, regardless of their immigration status.
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Q: Am I an American first or a Catholic first?
The discussion reflects on the tension between national identity and religious faith, particularly in relation to issues of immigration and social responsibility.

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Offering daily homilies, this podcast features insights from members of the Order of Preachers, exploring Christian themes deeply intertwined with the liturgical calendar. Episodes frequently highlight key concepts such as grace, forgiveness, compassion, and the teachings of Jesus, particularly during significant seasons like Lent. Listeners can expect reflections that encourage personal spiritual growth, promoting active engagement with their faith through practical applications. This unique focus on daily spiritual nourishment and accountability sets it apart, making it a valuable resource for those seeking to enhance their religious practice.

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