Fr. Edward Looney, a priest of the Diocese of Green Bay, Wisconsin. In his weekly homilies, he often shares his own brokenness, weaknesses, and spirituality, as a way to relate the gospel to ordinary life. He is a dynamic and charismatic preacher who will help you reflect on the Word of God.
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What do we know about Jesus and Mary? For starters, what the evangelists recorded in the gospels. Throughout Church history, mystics have received visions of the life of Jesus and Mary and recorded them as biographies. One such mystic was Venerable Maria of Agreda who authored The Mystical City of God, a four-volume book totaling more than 2,000 pages. It's a daunting task to read, but Marian theologian Fr. Edward Looney has partnered with TAN Books to read it in a year. Join him as he reads ...
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Fr. Edward Looney reads chapter 13 of book 5 and then comments on the secret life of Nazareth, Joseph's sickness, the age of 33, and the suspension of time.
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In this homily, Fr. Looney reflects about our identity and role as pleaders and beggars before the Lord.Από τον Fr. Edward Looney
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Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 12 of book 4 and then provides a reflection about the petitionary prayer of Jesus and Marian intercession and conversation.
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Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 11 of book 5 and then comments on the five precepts of the Church, Our Lady's nudges for us to go to confession and make frequent visits to the Blessed Sacrament.
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Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 11 of book five and the comments on Mary's relationships to the sacraments of the church.
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Fr. Edward Looney reads chapter ten of book five and then comments on Mary's knowledge of the Law and connection to the Ten Commandments.
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Fr. Edward Looney reads chapter 9 of book 5 and then comments on the Catholic Church being the one true faith that leads us to the Kingdom of Heaven.
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Fr. Edward reads from chapter 8 of book 5 and reflects on Mary and the Beatitudes.
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Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 7 of Book 5 and then comments on Mary's knowledge, especially of the sacraments, and of eternal realities.
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Fr. Edward Looney reads chapter 6 from book 5 and reflects on Mary's renewed invitation to imitate Our Lady who was a privileged disciple of Jesus and the graces Mary received and which we can ask for.
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Fr. Edward Looney finishes reading chapter 5 of book 5 and then reflects on the heart of Mary and the meaning finding Jesus in the temple.
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Fr. Edward Looney begins reading chapter 5 and then comments on Jesus teaching the teachers about the prophecies and the second coming of Jesus.
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Fr. Edward Looney reads chapter 4 from book 5 and then reflects about the loss of Jesus in the temple.
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Fr. Edward reads chapter three of book 5 and then reflects on the visits to the temple and how Jesus is the New Temple, a reflection on an individual from the Old Testament, and the significance of Mary hearing the Father's voice.
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6/30/2024-I Wrote Two Gospel Reflections, 9 Months Apart on Mk 5:21-43-Similarities and Differences
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6/30/2024-I Wrote Two Gospel Reflections, 9 Months Apart on Mk 5:21-43-Similarities and Differences by Fr. Edward LooneyΑπό τον Fr. Edward Looney
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Fr. Edward Looney reads chapter 2 of book 5 and then reflects on the nature of love, Ecclesiastes, and Jesus and Joseph.
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Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 1 of book 5 and then comments on Mary being a disciple of Jesus and how Jesus teaches his mother the mysteries of the kingdom.
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Fr. Edward Looney reads chapter 30 of book 4 and then reflects on answers to questions he previously had, the sorrow of the people as the Holy Family leaves Egypt, and a reflection on their home as they return to Nazareth.
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p>Fr Edward Looney reads from chapter 29 of book 4 and comments on significant passages.
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Fr. Edward Looney reads chapter 27 of book 4 and then comments on the Holy Innocents and Maria of Agreda's mode of receiving revelations.
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Fr. Edward Looney reads chapter 29 of book 4 and comments on the garment of Jesus and Jesus leading meal prayers for his family.
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Fr. Edward Looney reads chapter 26 of book 4 and then shares a story about a saint from Egypt, discusses the healings of Mary and Joseph, and encourages us in our care for the sick.
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Fr. Edward Looney reads chapter 28 and then comments on the garment of Jesus.
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Fr. Edward Looney reads chapter 25 of book 4 and then comments on the name of the Egyptian city, the trade of Joseph, the work of Our Lady, and the role of prayer in our work day.
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In his Sunday homily, Fr. Edward Looney preaches about the boat being an image for the Church and the exchange between Jesus and the Apostles as being mirrored in our life.Από τον Fr. Edward Looney
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Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 24 of book 4 and then comments on the prophecies of Jesus going to Egypt, the destruction of false idols in Egypt, and how Christians created shrines in trees to counteract false gods.
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Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 23 of book 4 and then comments on difficulties of travel/pilgrimage, the use of Lord for Almighty God, and the answer to whether the baby Jesus spoke interiorly or exteriorly.
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Fr. Edward Looney reads chapter 22 of book 4 and then comments on Mary's desire to return to the cave one last time, Mary's fiat, the warning sent to St. Elizabeth, the tears of Jesus and how St. Joseph receives everything he witnesses.
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Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 21 of book 4 and then comments on the significance of journeying at night, the content of the four gospels, why God allows free will, and what it might be like to see God face to face.
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Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 21 of book 4 and then reflects on Mary's novena prayer, her aid in attaining God's will for us, Mary following Joseph, and a beautiful thought for our imaginative prayer.
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Fr. Edward Looney reads chapter 20 of book 4 and then comments on baby Jesus speaking to Mary, trust in Mary's intercession, and marveling at God's wisdom.
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Fr. Edward Looney reads chapter 20 of book 4 and then offers a reflection on Jesus as the beloved son, the fulfilment of Simeon's mission, and the knowledge of Mary.
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In this homily, Fr. Edward Looney reflects on how it is good to give thanks to the Lord and gives a review of the week to demonstrate prayers of thanksgiving for the Eucharistic Revival, Adele Brice's canonization process, Father's Day, and God's providential care.Από τον Fr. Edward Looney
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Fr. Edward Looney reads chapter 19 of book 4 in its entirety and comments on the purity of Mary, her perpetual virginity, the offering of sacrifice in the temple, the movement of the Holy Spirit, and much more in this jam packed reading and reflection.
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Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 18 of book 4 and then offers a reflection on the privileges of Mary, the prayers of Jesus, and the poor approaching Our Lady.
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Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 18 of book 4 and then offers a reflection on the foreshadowing of Mary's mediation of grace and the hospitality a stranger paid to them.
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Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 17 of book 4 and comments on the significance of the Magi.
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Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 16 of book 4 and then comments on what is contained in the scriptures versus the Mystical City of God, how honoring Mary is really honoring Jesus, how to tailor the Magnificat to other situations, and the need to cultivate adoration of the real presence.
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Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 16 of book 4 and then comments on our knowledge of scripture and the life of the three kings/magi.
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Fr. Edward Looney reads chapter 15 of book 4 and then reflects on Mary as the Queen of Martyrs and feeling divine effects in our souls.
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In this homily, Fr. Edward Looney preaches about Adam and Eve encountering God in the Garden after hiding. He translates the passage into our own experience of sin and concludes with how the incarnation tells us we no longer need to hide.Από τον Fr. Edward Looney
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Fr. Edward reads from chapter 15 of book 4 and then comments on the sacredness of places in the Holy Land.
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Fr. Edward Looney reads chapter 14 of book 4 and comments on Mary's closeness to Christ's sacrifice and suffering, relics, and our meditation on the mystery of redemption.
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Fr. Edward finishes reading chapter 13 of book 4 and then comments on the name of Jesus.
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Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 13 of book 4 and reflects on the Circumcision of Jesus and the Holy Family's obedience to the Law.
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Fr. Edward Looney reads chapter 12 of book 4 and then comments on the image of the nursing Madonna.
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Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 12 of book 4 and the comments on how the evil one was deceived by the humility of Jesus's birth.
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Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 11 of book 4 and comments on the announcement of Jesus's birth as it is received throughout the heavens and the earth.
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In this homily for Corpus Christi, Fr. Edward Looney reflects on the Catholic Church's devotion to the Eucharist and how a person can deepen their devotion for our Eucharistic Lord.Από τον Fr. Edward Looney
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Fr. Edward Looney reads chapter 10 of book 4 and then comments on Jesus's birth as being for all people.
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