Sunday Thoughts From Fr. Edward Looney

Fr. Edward Looney reflects on the significance of the opening prayer at Ash Wednesday Mass, focusing on naming our spiritual battle, identifying our weapon, so we can claim victory in the Resurrection.

Fr. Edward Looney breaks open the Sunday readings and shows how they encourage us to "be holy."

Jesus tells us if we are angry with our brother that we are liable to judgement. In this homily, Fr. Looney suggests how we can begin the process of letting go of anger and choosing to forgive.

Fr. Edward Looney reflects on how our generosity through the Bishop's Appeal supports many people and lives out the call of the Prophet Isaiah.

Fr. Edward Looney celebrates Mass at the Champion Shrine for Saturday of the Fourth Week of Ordinary Time, reflecting on the readings in light of the apparition and shrine.

Fr. Edward Looney reflects on the main characters at Jesus' Presentation in the Temple. Mary, Joseph, Simeon, and Anna all are doing what they were supposed to do. But one day, doing what they were supposed to do changes everything for everyone. Let God transform the mundane with his love, mercy, and grace.

Fr. Edward Looney keynoted the Support Our Seminarians Gala of the Archdiocese of Kansas City, Diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph and Conception Seminary College. In his address, he shared the story of the Wisconsin apparition and its relevance to priestly formation.

St. Paul preaches so that the cross might not be emptied of its meaning. What does the cross mean to you? Fr. Looney reflects on how the cross is a reminder and invitation for our lives as a disciples.

Fr. Edward Looney reflects on not only praying for God's will to be done, but living God's will in our daily life.

Fr. Edward Looney reflects on the meaning of Jesus's baptism and ours in his homily for the Baptism of the Lord. Jesus, baptized for mission, dies on the cross for us. Our baptism prepares us for our death.

Fr. Edward Looney quotes Pope Francis' Apostolic Letter on the manger and uses it to preach on the long journey of the wisemen and each one of us as we seek God.

Throughout life we have asked Mary to pray for us. Today we pause to give thanks for her prayers and remain confident in her continued intercession.

In a vulnerable homily, Fr. Edward Looney shares about his relationship with his father and how he has failed to live the passage from Sirach. On this feast of the Holy Family, we are given an opportunity to examine our familial relationships.

A question in a song overheard at Hobby Lobby left Fr. Edward reflecting on what if it was Christmas everyday. What does that even mean? Listen and find out.

The angel tells Mary and Joseph not to be afraid. Amidst our fears and worries, God is with us in all things.

St. James exhorts his brothers and sisters to be patient. Advent is a season of patience. Who doesn't need to grow in the virtue of patience? Fr. Looney breaks down how we need to be patient and the positive effects of patience in one's life.

The feast of the Immaculate Conception tells us that God has a plan. God has a plan for our life too.

Jesus' coming into the world changes everything. The world is about to turn. Fr. Looney reflects how.

During the Advent season we sing the word "Come" in our hymnody. In this homily, Fr. Looney considers the long Advent of the Jewish people, Mary's 9 month advent, and the advent of our lives. The expected savior will bring us consolation and save us from our sins.

The Good Thief professes his face, offers a prayer, and Jesus makes a promise to him. Fr. Edward Looney unpacks Jesus' crucifixion and what the Good Thief teaches us.