Deacon Mike is preaching this weekend giving me a “homily holiday.” So I thought I would reach back in time and offer a homily from 2011 when I was stationed at Sacred Heart in Tampa, Florida.

“…you are Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church”  Really? Let’s be honest, at first glance, Peter seems a bit shaky to be the one upon which to anchor Christ’s Church. Peter stumbled, fell, and he denied  – and for good measure, denied a few more times. Peter did not always “get it;” he struggled to understand. And even when he did understand, there was often a slight hesitation— unsure what to do, some fear that he would get it wrong.  A lot like you and me. Continue reading →