Catholic Chat with Fr. Cody

Homily for the 6th Sunday of Ordinary Time 02/14/2021

Bible Basics Session 13: Historical Books Part III: Tobit, Judith, and 1 and 2 Maccabees

This episode concludes the historical books, the books of the Old Testament, and the story of the Israelites as recorded by Scripture. What happened during the Assyrian reign? Who stood against the ruthless reign of the Gentiles? Is there something more than this life?

Homily for the 5th Sunday of Ordinary Time 02/07/2021

Bible Basics session 12: Wisdom Books II: Ecclesiastes, Job and Song of Songs

Whereas part 1 covered the wisdoms books that contain saying and things to ponder, this episode covers the books that read more like stories. Since stories have a way of reflection unlike other media, these stories help us to reflect on God's way and ponder the deeper truths about God's actions. 

Homily for the 4th Sunday of Ordinary Time 01/31/2021

Bible Basics session 11: wisdom books 1: Psalms, Proverbs, Wisdom, and Sirach

This episode explores the nature and themes of the wisdom books. How does God act? Why are just people treated poorly and evil people succeed?

Homily for the 3rd Sunday of Ordinary Time 01/24/2021

Homily for the 2nd Sunday of Ordinary Time 01/17/2021

Bible Basics session 10: Major Prophets: Ezekiel, Jeremiah, Lamentations, and Isaiah

The minor prophets gave us some idea of Israelite society and some of the issues they faced. Now we explore the heavy hitters; the ones who called out Israel for their sins, allegiance with other Gods, and journeyed with them through the Exile.

Homily for the Feast of Baptism of Our Lord 1/10/2021