From the Friars (Catholic Christian Spirituality)
Podcast of the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal, a Roman Catholic community founded in 1987 in the Bronx. The friars focus on serving the poor and spreading the Gospel. This podcast shares their spirituality and teachings.
Episodes
Merciful like God
Homily by Fr. Francis Mary Roaldi, CFR.
The Rosary as Remembering God
The rosary root us more deeply in the presence of God. A homily by Fr. Jeremiah Myriam Shryock.
HEAVEN OR HELL IN OTHER PEOPLE
Jesus teaches us how to live with each other. All of Father Luke's Masses are live-streamed at Our Lady's Blue Army Facebook and Youtube, and homilies posted at Daily Homilies from the Blue Army Shrine.
Holiness, yes. Alone, no
Homily by Fr. Francis Mary Roaldi, CFR.
To become another Mary for Jesus
The whole purpose of the spiritual life is to become another Mary for Jesus. A retreat talk by Fr. Jeremiah Myriam Shryock, CFR.
Allergy of God
Homily by Fr. Francis Mary Roaldi, CFR.
To Listen To Obey To Love
Homily by Fr. Francis Mary Roaldi, CFR.
IN THE SHOES OF SAINT JOHN VIANNEY
Homily on the feast day of Saint John Vianney, patron saint of priests! All of Father Luke's Masses are live-streamed at Our Lady's Blue Army Facebook and Youtube, and homilies posted at Daily Homilies from the Blue Army Shrine.
THE PEACEFUL POWER OF CHRIST
On the 4th of July we celebrate 250 years! All of Father Luke's Masses are live-streamed at Our Lady's Blue Army Facebook and Youtube, and homilies posted at Daily Homilies from the Blue Army Shrine.
God the Father's Day
Homily by Fr. Francis Mary Roaldi, CFR
Put me in Coach
Homily by Fr. Francis Mary Roaldi, CFR
Trinity Sunday
Homily by Fr. Francis Mary Roaldi, CFR.
Invite the Fire
Pentecost homily by Fr. Francis Mary Roaldi, CFR.
WHAT THE VIRGIN MARY CAN TEACH US ABOUT THE HOLY SPIRIT
The Upper Room Mystery: Unlocking Mary’s Hidden Role at Pentecost.
If the Holy Spirit had already overshadowed Mary at the Annunciation, why did she need to be there for Pentecost?
This week, we go beyond the surface of Acts 2 to explore the breathtaking theological reality of the Virgin Mary’s relationship with the Holy Spirit. We trace the scriptural threads from Genesis to the Upper Room to r
Big Truths and Deeper Understanding
Homily by Fr. Francis Mary Roaldi, CFR.
Obedience, Love and the Life of the Trinity
Homily by Fr. Francis Mary Roaldi, CFR.
Be a Good Shepherd Too
Homily by Fr. Francis Mary Roaldi, CFR.
St. Mark the Lion: What It Reveals About Jesus You’ve Never Noticed
Saint Mark feast day homily by Fr. Luke Mary Fletcher, CFR. All of Father Luke's Masses are live-streamed at Our Lady's Blue Army Facebook and Youtube, and homilies posted at Daily Homilies from the Blue Army Shrine.
The Work of the Father
Homily by Fr. Francis Mary Roaldi, CFR.
NECESSARY TO LET IT BE
Step onto the road to Emmaus and discover your own story unfolding.
In this powerful homily, we walk alongside the two disciples who encounter the risen Jesus without recognizing Him. As He opens the Scriptures, revealing how every promise, every prophecy, and every suffering pointed to the Messiah, something begins to stir: *“Were not our hearts burning within us?”*
But this is not just their s
The Church Prays for More
Homily by Fr. Francis Mary Roaldi, CFR.
Transformed Relationship
Homily by Fr. Francis Mary Roaldi, CFR.
Good Friday and the Risk of Francis
Homily by Fr. Francis Mary Roaldi, CFR.
LESSONS FROM THE DARKEST DISCIPLE
Why does the Church remember Spy Wednesday with such gravity? Because in the betrayal of Judas Iscariot, we glimpse not only human weakness, but the mysterious role of demonic powers in the Passion. This episode explores how the forces of darkness sought to destroy Jesus Christ—and how, paradoxically, the Cross became their defeat. All of Father Luke's Masses are live-streamed at Our Lady's Blue A
Saint Francis and Holy Week
Homily by Fr. Francis Mary Roaldi, CFR.
Palm Sunday of the Passion
Homily by Fr. Francis Mary Roaldi, CFR.
Vespers of the Annunciation
Homily by Fr. Francis Mary Roaldi, CFR.
GOD SAID YES
Annunciation homily by Fr. Luke Mary Fletcher, CFR. All of Father Luke's masses are live-streamed at Our Lady's Blue Army and homilies posted at Daily Homilies from the Blue Army Shrine.
Forming Assertive Faith
Homily by Fr. Francis Mary Roaldi, CFR.
Do not be afraid to take Mary
Homily by Fr. Francis Mary Roaldi, CFR.
Love Beyond the Repulsive
Homily by Fr. Francis Mary Roaldi, CFR.
WOMAN AT THE WELL
Jesus encounters a woman at the well of Jacob. The well is a metaphor for his heart, thirsting for her faith. Listen to learn more! All of Fr. Luke's homilies are available on the social media accounts of Our Lady's Blue Army Shrine or the podcast "Daily Homilies Blue Army Shrine"
LENT LIKE LIFE IS A BATTLE
First Sunday of Lent homily by Fr. Luke Mary Fletcher, CFR.
What is in Heaven
Homily by Fr. Francis Mary Roaldi, CFR.
The Victory of Jesus
Homily from Fr. Francis Mary Roaldi, CFR.
Gifts and Challenges
Homily from Fr. Francis Mary Roaldi, CFR.
FATIMA FIRST SATURDAYS ARE THE KEY
For all of the secrets and prophecies of Our Lady at Fatima, the First Saturdays devotion is key. Listen to learn more! Podcast by Fr. Luke Mary Fletcher, CFR.
St Francis and the secret door to Joy
Homily by Fr. Francis Mary Roaldi, CFR.
God's Investment Strategy
Homily by Fr. Francis Mary Roaldi, CFR.
The Beautiful Name of Jesus
Homily by Fr. Francis Mary Roaldi, CFR.
Nazareth is our Real Life
Homily by Fr. Francis Mary Roaldi, CFR.
THE BIRTH THAT BEGAN THE PASSION
Christmas homily by Fr. Luke Mary Fletcher, CFR.
Sharing in Humble Glory
Homily by Fr. Francis Mary Roaldi, CFR.
Distribution of Labor in the Kingdom
Homily by Fr. Francis Mary Roaldi, CFR.
CONNECTIONS BETWEEN MASS AND CHRISTMAS
Podcast by Fr. Luke Mary Fletcher, CFR. All of Father Luke's homilies are available at Our Lady's Blue Army on Youtube or anywhere you get your podcasts...
You are Surrounded so Better Surrender
Homily by Fr. Francis Mary Roaldi, CFR.
Hope and Humility
Homily by Fr. Francis Mary Roaldi, CFR.
The Gifts of the King
Homily by Fr. Francis Mary Roaldi, CFR.
When God Disappears
Is it possible for God to disappear in our life? A retreat talk by Fr. Jeremiah Myriam Shryock, CFR.
Babe Ruth Thanksgiving and the Miraculous Medal
Podcast by Fr. Luke Mary Fletcher, CFR
Ending Better
Homily by Fr. Francis Mary Roaldi, CFR.
ALL SOULS
Podcast by Fr. Luke Mary Fletcher, CFR.
ALL SAINTS
Podcast by Fr. Luke Mary Fletcher, CFR.
No Bad Surprises When I Die
Homily by Fr. Francis Mary Roaldi, CFR.
Holy Masks and Lost Cars: Finding Yourself (and God’s Mercy) in Midtown Manhattan
In this hilarious and heartfelt homily, Fr. Luke Mary Fletcher weaves together Jesus’ parable of the Pharisee and the tax collector with a Halloween twist—and an unforgettable story about losing (and “finding”) his car in New York City. From fake piety to Comic-Con cosplay, from saints with eyeballs-on-a-plate to Batman asking for blessings, this episode explores what it really means to drop our m
To Love Like Jesus
Jesus loved us most fully by dying for us. Therefore, if we are to love like Jesus, we must die for others. A retreat talk by Fr. Jeremiah Myriam Shryock, CFR.
God wants us to be Filthy Rich
Homily by Fr. Francis Mary Roaldi, CFR.
Jesus is worth waiting for
Homily by Fr. Francis Mary Roaldi, CFR.
SAINT CARLO AND THE EUCHARIST
Father Luke explains the backstory on the famous quote from Saint Carlo Acutis, "The Eucharist is my highway to heaven!" Listen to learn more. Podcast by Fr. Luke Mary Fletcher, CFR.
The Rosary: A Spiritual Masterpiece!
The rosary is the posture of the Christian life. A retreat talk by Fr. Jeremiah Myriam Shryock, CFR.
Asking More With Angels
Homily by Fr. Francis Mary Roaldi, CFR.
Prayer as Relationship
The utter joy and beauty of the spiritual life is that we are not alone, because we are in relationship with God. A retreat talk by Fr. Jeremiah Mryiam Shryock, CFR.
9/11 EVIL AND THE LOVE THAT TRIUMPHS
During the last few weeks we have seen an appalling display of public violence. During this time of the 9/11 anniversary we also celebrate the Triumph of the Cross. Listen to learn more! Podcast by Fr. Luke Mary Fletcher, CFR.
Stay Close to the Tree of Life
Homily by Fr. Francis Mary Roaldi, CFR.
JESUS SAYS PUT GOD FIRST OR ELSE
Jesus uses the strongest language possible to communicate a most important message: we must put God first or else we will not make it, in other words, we can not save ourselves! Listen to learn more! Podcast by Fr. Luke Mary Fletcher, CFR. For all of Father Luke's homilies, search for the podcasts "Daily Homilies Blue Army Shrine" and "Franciscan Fridays at the Shrine"
The Gift of Discipleship
Homily by Fr. Francis Mary Roaldi, CFR.
THE LOWDOWN ON HUMILITY
If we have enough faith, humility can be hilarious! Listen to learn more. Podcast by Fr. Luke Mary Fletcher, CFR.
SAINT MONICA AND THE ECONOMY OF GRACE
God answered the prayers of Saint Monica for the conversion of her son, Saint Augustine. Listen to learn more! Podcast by Fr. Luke Mary Fletcher, CFR.
The Assumption Which God Did
The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, body and soul, into heaven was something which God did. Listen to learn more! Podcast by Fr. Luke Mary Fletcher, CFR.
Fighting for the Fire of Jesus
Homily by Fr. Francis Mary Roaldi, CFR.
Stop Making Yourself Miserable
Homily by Fr. Francis Mary Roaldi, CFR.
Feast of St. Dominic at St. Vincent Ferrer
Homily by Fr. Francis Mary Roaldi, CFR.
RECEIVE, RECOGNIZE, AND BE A BLESSING
We learn a valuable lesson from the parables of Jesus. Listen learn more! Podcast by Fr. Luke Mary Fletcher, CFR.
Selling All for the Pearl
Homily by Fr. Francis Mary Roaldi, CFR.
This is Love
Homily by Fr. Francis Mary Roaldi, CFR
Prayer with Joyful Perseverance
Homily by Fr. Francis Mary Roaldi, CFR
JESUS THE HOST ON HOSPITALITY SUNDAY
Homily by Fr. Luke Mary Fletcher, CFR.
The Power of Gratitude and Remembrance
Homily by Fr. Francis Mary Roaldi, CFR.
INTO THE LIGHT
Jesus calls us to live in the light. Listen to learn more! Podcast by Fr. Luke Mary Fletcher, CFR.
In the Suffering He is With You
Homily by Fr. Francis Mary Roaldi, CFR.
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