The Power of Forgiveness
In a powerful and inspirational homily, Father James explains the essential importance of forgiveness and what steps to take to forgive everyone always.
Homilies by Fr. James Farfaglia
If there are the sounds of a lively discussion mixed with hearty laughter and the aroma of a good cigar, Father James can't be too far away. His priestly service has taken him to four different countries, many parish set...
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Charity and Fraternal Correction
After a clear reflection about the lessons that we should learn from Hurricane Harvey, Father James explains the importance of fraternal correction as an act of love.
Faith and World Events
The gift of faith allows us to see things in a different way. From the perspective of faith, Father James reflects upon the controversial removal of statues and Monday's eclipse.
What Are We Doing Here Tonight?
Why are Catholics celebrating the Assumption of Mary today? Why is a Catholic feast day so important? How do we fix our culture?
Walk on Water
In an inspirational and powerful Sunday homily, Father James Farfaglia explains how we can be free from the fears that control us and allow us to experience the freedom that trusting in God will give us.
Balancing the Material and the Spiritual
The equilibrium of Catholicism is explained today by Father James. It is the both/and approach to all of reality. Catholicism celebrates the physical as a gift from God, but it points our direction to the things of God as our treasure and the pearl of gre
How to Overcome Habitual Sin
Father James explains this Sunday's Gospel passage in a very practical way, providing concrete steps on how we can overcome evil and live a life with Jesus, filled with peace and joy.
The Sower and the Seed - God's love and our freedom
The Word of God is the same for each person. Each person responds to the God’s love in different ways. The free will of each person is unique and quite mysterious.
The Importance of Humility
In this Sunday's homily, Father James explains the importance of humility and how we can grow in this fundamental Christian virtue.
Do Not Get Lost in Gehenna
During the time of Jesus, Gehenna was a filthy, maggot infested garbage dump outside of Jerusalem. Jesus referred to Gehenna as an image for Hell. With passion and clarity, Father James exhorts his listeners to fight against sin, especially sexual sin, an
Father's Day, Marriage and the Eucharist
In another inspirational and motivational homily, Father James challenges his listeners to reject the prevailing decadent culture and to embrace the truth of marriage, sexuality and family life according to God's plan.
The Blessed Trinity and the Gift of Prayer
Prayer is a gift from God and it is through prayer that we develop an intimate relationship with the Blessed Trinity. If prayer is a normal part of the life of any Christian, today prayer is even more important given the tumultuous times that we live in.