Beyond the Homily

67: The Gift of Witness

In this episode, Father and John Ray talk about the Sacrament of Confirmation. The Sacrament of Confirmation stirs up the fruits and the gifts of the Holy Spirit that were given to us in Baptism. The fruit of the Holy Spirit are love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. The gifts of the Holy Spirit wisdom, understanding, counsel, fortitude, knowledge, piety, and fear of the Lord. The charismatic gifts the word of knowledge, increased faith, the gifts of healing, the gift of miracles, prophecy, the discernment of spirits, kinds of tongues, interpretation of tongues. We can measure our growth in holiness by reflecting on the manifestation of the gifts of the Holy Spirit in our lives.

66: The Eucharist: the Solution to All Problems

In this episode, Fr. Poirrier and John Ray in this episode as they explore the transformative power of the Eucharist and reasons the bishops are having a National Eucharistic Revival. Discover why the Eucharist is more than a symbol—it is a living encounter with Christ Himself. As the crown jewel of all sacraments, the Eucharist is the source and summit of the faith, offering grace and igniting a vibrant Catholic identity. Learn how the revival calls for missionary discipleship, devotion, catechesis, and small groups, aiming to revitalize our connection to the Eucharist as the ultimate solution to life's challenges.

65: Marriage the Reflection of God's Love

In this episode, Father and John Ray discuss the Sacrament of Marriage. Why it is a Sacrament. What it is meant to communicate. And how marriage holds society and the Church together.

64: Anointing and Healing

In this episode, Father and John Ray discuss the Sacramental Anointing or Anointing of the Sick. They discuss the power of spiritual healing as well as physical  healing that the sacrament contains. They also discussed the worthiness and holiness of the minister of the sacraments. And how the graces are still given to us by God although the minister of the sacrament may be unworthy.

63: Indelible Mark and Baptism

In this episode, Father and John Ray discuss the sacraments that leave an indelible mark on your soul. Then they begin to unpack the Sacrament of Baptism. What it is. Why it is important, How it is necessary for salvation. And how it opens the door to the graces from the other sacraments.