SJBExcelsior Podcast

Praise

Do we cry to God with joy, as the psalmist says in Psalm 66? This week, Fr. Carlson invites us to praise God for His goodness, in small moments and in big.

Never Giving Up

Jesus didn't call Peter and Paul because they were perfect.

Corpus Christi

Fr. Carlson connects the Old and New Testament to reflect on the great Solemnity of Corpus Christi (the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ).

Given to Us

What does Willie Wonka and the Chocolate Factory have to do with the Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity? Watch Fr. Carlson's homily to find out.

Come, Holy Spirit, Come

In his homily for Pentecost Sunday, Fr. Carlson reflects on one of his favorite prayers - “Come, Holy Spirit, Come”.

A Great Feast of Hope

Deacon Michael describes how the feast of the Ascension is a great feast of hope.

“...he ascended, not to distance himself from our lowly state but that we, his members, might be confident of following where he, our Head and Founder, has gone before.” – Preface I for the Ascension of the Lord

Experiencing Peace

Sixth Sunday of Easter - 5.25.2025

Love One Another

It’s a simple line to say "love one another" - it’s harder to practice it.

My Sheep Hear My Voice

Our lives are so full of noise. A key part of our journey is the need to cultivate silence. Fr. Carlson gives practical tips on how to hear the voice of God.

Divine Mercy

Fr. Carlson shares a homily on Divine Mercy Sunday from the late Pope Francis.