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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Power & Witness, a podcast by Fr. Mark Mary, MFVA (co-host of EWTN's Life on the Rock) is about the witness of faith through the power of the Holy Spirit in the world today. The title is taken from Acts 1:8, "But you shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be my witnesses...to the end of the earth."
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A project of Ave Maria Press, Ave Explores helps you discover and learn about aspects of the Catholic faith from a variety of different angles, looking at topics relevant to the spiritual life in a fresh, engaging, and practical way.
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Acts 1:8 says, "But you shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be my witnesses ... to the end of the earth." Join Father Mark Mary as he discusses the witness of faith through the power of the Holy Spirit in the world today.
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Year 3, Day 246: Volume 3, Book 6, Chapter 17, Paragraphs 572-578
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Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 17 of book 6 and then reflects on Jesus's torturous night in the dungeon jail.
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9/1/24-Observe the Commandments Carefully, Especially the Second
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9/1/24-Observe the Commandments Carefully, Especially the Second by Fr. Edward LooneyBy Fr. Edward Looney
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Year 3, Day 245: Volume 3, Book 6, Chapter 16, Paragraphs 565-571
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Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 16 of book 6 and then comments on Peter's denial of knowing Jesus.
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Year 3, Day 244: Volume 3, Book 6, Chapter 16, Paragraphs 557-564
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Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 16 of book 6 and then comments on transference of evil and judgement.
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Year 3, Day 243: Volume 3, Book 6, Chapter 15, Paragraphs 545-556
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Fr. Edward Looney reads chapter 15 of book 6 and comments on what Jesus endured for us and how he foresaw our sins.
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Year 3, Day 242: Volume 3, Book 6, Chapter 14, Paragraphs 537-544
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Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 14 of book 6 and then comments on the fate of Judas.
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Year 3, Day 241: Volume 3, Book 6, Chapter 14, Paragraphs 529-536
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Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 14 of book 6 and then comments on how people are hated for their faith and how we can endure suffering like Jesus.
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8/25/2024-Don't Let a Scripture Passage Become Too Familiar
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In this homily, Fr. Edward Looney helps us understand that we should familiarize ourselves with scripture, but not to let it become too familiar so that we become numb to the passage. Return often to the passage and reflect on it is his recommendation.By Fr. Edward Looney
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Year 3, Day 240: Volume 3, Book 6, Chapter 13, Paragraphs 521-528
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Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 13 of book 6 and then comments on the hour of Jesus and meditating on the passion of Jesus.
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Year 3, Day 239: Volume 3, Book 6, Chapter 13, Paragraphs 512-520
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Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 13 of book 6 and then comments on Judas's betrayal with a kiss and the healing of Malchus's ear.
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The Church Fathers (Guest: Fr. Andrew Hofer, O.P.)
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Fr. Andrew Hofer, O.P. grew up as the youngest of ten children on a Kansas farm. He entered the Dominican Province of St. Joseph in 1995 and professed simple vows the following year. He made his profession of solemn vows in the Great Jubilee Year of 2000, and was ordained a deacon in 2001 and a priest in 2002.His assignments have included serving a…
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Year 3, Day 238: Volume 3, Book 6, Chapter 12, Paragraphs 503-511
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Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 12 of book 6 and then comments on the prayer of Jesus in the garden, the unification of Jesus and Mary, and our good resolutions.
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The Church Fathers (Guest: Fr. Andrew Hofer, O.P.)
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Fr. Andrew Hofer, O.P. is Assistant Professor in Patristics and Ancient Languages for the Pontifical Faculty of the Immaculate Conception at the Dominican House of Studies in Washington, D.C.By Power and Witness
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Year 3, Day 237: Volume 3, Book 6, Chapter 12, Paragraphs 493-502
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Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 12 of book 6 and then comments on Jesus praying in the Garden, Mary's prayer at the same time, and the vigilant words, "watch and pray."
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Year 3, Day 236: Volume 3, Book 6, Chapter 11, Paragraphs 482-492
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Fr. Edward Looney reads chapter 11 of book 6 and comments on Mary's reception of Holy Communion and our dispositions thereafter.
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Year 3, Day 235: Volume 3, Book 6, Chapter 11, Paragraphs 469-481
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Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 11 of book 6 and then comments on the Holy Eucharist and the powerful words of Jesus.
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The Church in the 1960s, Renewal, and the Spiritual Life (Guest: Fr. Glenn Sudano, CFR)
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Fr. Glenn is one of the eight founding members of the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal, founded in the spring of 1987. The apostolic mission of the Community is to save the materially poor, especially the destitute and homeless. Presently, the Community has over 120 members and 15 friaries around the world. Father Glenn Sudano is from Brooklyn, and…
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Katie McGrady Welcomes Oscar Rivera to the Ave Podcast Family
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In this bonus episode of Ave Explores, Katie Prejean McGrady sits down with Oscar Rivera, new host of Ave Spotlight. Together, they discuss the origins of their collaboration, dive into their experience at the National Eucharistic Congress, and share thoughts on the Olympics. Follow along at avemariapress.com or subscribe wherever you listen to you…
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Year 3, Day 234: Volume 3, Book 6, Chapter 10, Paragraphs 457-468
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Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 10 of book 6 and then comments on the foot washing mandate of charity.
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The Church in the 1960s, Renewal, and the Spiritual Life (Guest: Fr. Glenn Sudano, CFR)
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8/18/24-Let St. Paul Inspire You To Do These Three Things
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In this homily, Fr. Edward Looney reflects on St. Paul's Letter to the Ephesians, and hones in on three things that he encourages his readers and hearers to do. Will you try to do these things this week?By Fr. Edward Looney
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Year 3, Day 233: Volume 3, Book 6, Chapter 10, Paragraphs 445-456
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Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 10 of book 6 and then comments on Jesus's love for Judas.
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Year 3, Day 232: Volume 3, Book 6, Chapter 9, Paragraphs 430-444
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Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 9 of book 6 and then comments on Mary's participation in the events of Holy Week.
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Year 3, Day 231: Volume 3, Book 6, Chapter 8, Paragraphs 417-429
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Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 8 of book 6 and then comments on the changing attitude of Satan regarding Judas and the impact of just one sin.
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Year 3, Day 230: Volume 3, Book 6, Chapter 7, Paragraphs 410-416
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Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 7 of book 6 and then reflects on the events of Palm Sunday.
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8/15/2024-What Did Mary Say When She Entered Heaven?
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In this homily, Fr. Edward Looney reflects about the life of Mary, takes a point from Anne Catherine Emmerich's biography of Jesus and Mary, and applies it to the end of her life and entry into Heaven.By Fr. Edward Looney
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Year 3, Day 229: Volume 3, Book 6, Chapter 7, Paragraphs 404-409
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Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 7 of book 6 and comments on the Book of Psalms and the Colloquies of Jesus and Mary.
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Year 3, Day 228: Volume 3, Book 6, Chapter 6, Paragraphs 396-403
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Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 6 of book 6 and then comments on how some occurrences in the reading foreshadow future events in the gospels.
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Year 3, Day 227: Volume 3, Book 6, Chapter 6, Paragraphs 388-395
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Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 6 of book 6 and then comments on the transfiguration of Jesus and the next phase of Jesus's public ministry.
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Year 3, Day 226: Volume 3, Book 6, Chapter 5, Paragraphs 381-387
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Fr. Edward Looney finishes reading chapter 5 of book 6 and then comments on how the devil took root of Judas's soul.
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8/11/24-Inspired by Our Ancestors in the Faith
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In this homily, Fr. Edward Looney unpacks one of the treasures of our Catholic faith- those who have preceded us who give witness and inspire our practice of the faith today.By Fr. Edward Looney
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Year 3, Day 225: Volume 3, Book 6, Chapter 5, Paragraphs 375-380
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Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 5 of book 6 and comments on Judas's relationship to Mary and Jesus.
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Year 3, Day 224: Volume 3, Book 6, Chapter 5, Paragraphs 368-374
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Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 5 of book 5 and then comments on the devotion of the apostles to Our Lady, her prayers for the early Church, and the titles they used to honor her.
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Year 3, Day 223: Volume 3, Book 6, Chapter 4, Paragraphs 361-367
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Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 4 of book 6 and then comments on the death of St. John the Baptist.
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Year 3, Day 222: Volume 3, Book 6, Chapter 4, Paragraphs 355-360
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Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 4 of book 6 and then comments on the temptations of the devil and how he can enter our thoughts and minds.
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Year 3, Day 221: Volume 3, Book 6, Chapter 3, Paragraphs 349-354
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Fr. Edward reads from Chapter 3 of Book 6 and then comments on Mary's intercession, her approaching Jesus in the gospels, and the virtue of humility.
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Year 3, Day 220: Volume 3, Book 6, Chapter 3, Paragraphs 342-348
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Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 3 of book 6 and then reflects on humility and false humility.
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Year 3, Day 219: Volume 3, Book 6, Chapter 2, Paragraphs 333-341
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Fr. Edward reads chapter 2 of book 6 and then comments on Mary's presence during the ministry of Jesus.
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8/4/24-Sunday Is Not Enough to Satisfy Spiritual Hunger
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In this homily, Fr. Edward Looney shares a story about a hotel worker and what she taught him about spiritual hunger and then translates that story into a lesson about our daily need for God through prayer, bible reading, and reflection.By Fr. Edward Looney
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Year 3, Day 218: Volume 3, Book 6, Chapter 1, Paragraphs 327-332
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Fr. Edward Looney finishes reading chapter 1 of book 6 and then comments on the events of the Wedding Feast at Cana ushering in the ministry and miracles of Jesus.
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Year 3, Day 217: Volume 3, Book 6, Chapter 1, Paragraphs 322-326
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Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 1 of book 6, and comments on Christ sanctifying marriage by his presence at the wedding in Cana and the three epiphanies celebrated on January 6.
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Year 3, Day 216: Volume 3, Book 5, Chapter 29, Paragraphs 314-321
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Fr. Edward Looney reads chapter 29 of book 4 and then comments on the Marian devotion of the early apostles and the baptism of Mary.
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The Vital Role of Motherhood (Guest: Colleen McDanald)
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Fr. Mark speaks to Colleen McDanald, the Lady National President of the Archconfraternity of Christian Mothers. The Archconfraternity of Christian Mothers is a pious association intended for mothers, which has for its special object the promotion of the good Christian and Catholic education of their children. The members join their hearts in love w…
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Year 3, Day 215: Volume 3, Book 5, Chapter 28, Paragraphs 306-313
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Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 28 of book 5 and then reflects on following Jesus.
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The Vital Role of Motherhood (Guest: Colleen McDanald)
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Fr. Mark speaks to Colleen McDanald, the Lady National President of the Archconfraternity of Christian Mothers.By Power and Witness
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Year 3, Day 214: Volume 3, Book 5, Chapter 27, Paragraphs 298-305
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Fr. Edward Looney reads chapter 27 of book 5 and then comments on solitude, Mary's grace, her care for all people, and asking her to send us her angels.
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Year 3, Day 213: Volume 3, Book 5, Chapter 26, Paragraphs 290-297
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Fr. Edward Looney reads chapter 26 of book 5 and then comments on heavenly food and virtues over vices.
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Year 3, Day 212: Volume 3, Book 5, Chapter 26, Paragraphs 284-289
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Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 26 of book 5 and comments on the temptations of Jesus and his victory over Lucifer.
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Year 3, Day 211: Volume 3, Book 5, Chapter 25, Paragraphs 274-283
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Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 25 of book 5 and then comments on the value of Jesus's temptations for us.
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Year 3, Day 210: Volume 3, Book 5, Chapter 24, Paragraphs 263-273
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Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 24 of book 5 and then comments on the relationship between Jesus and John and their public ministries.
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