The Holy Spirit is given to us to help us stay united to Christ. How do we see this happen? How doess the Holy Spirit want to help us stay close to Jesus? To see Him?

Go and Bear Fruit

Sixth Sunday of Easter (A) - May 17, 2020

Do Catholics really worship Mary and the saints? This week on "To Know and To Love," I discuss how Catholics approach devotion to the saints, how it is different than the worship we give to God, and throw out some smart sounding theology terms.

To Know and To Love Episode 5: "Mary and the Saints"

In this episode of "To Know and to Love", I discuss how to live a fruitful spiritual life in the current world of social distancing. I'll be answering the questions: "How can I fruitfully participate in Mass virtually?", "What should I be doing during this time of quaratine?" and more!

To Know and to Love: "The Spiritual Life in the Virtual World"

The veiled statues and images that we see today remind us of that mysterious absence of our Lord after His Death and before His Resurrection. But the veil that lies over us eventually will be removed, just as that absence was filled with the presence of the Risen Lord. This homily was given by Fr. Eric Leyble, Pastor of St. Genevieve Catholic Church, where I serve as Associate Pastor.

Homily of the Fifth Sunday of Lent (Year A) - March 29, 2020

This is the first installment of a podcast segment called "To Know and To Love". It will be a series of short reflections on different truths of the faith. This week, after a weekend of no public celebrations of Mass, there are many emotions and questions that fill our minds. In this episode of "To Know and To Love", I consider the most pressing question this reality brings up: What does it mean for me that I can't go to Mass on Sunday? Is there something God still has for me?

To Know and To Love - Episode 1: "When I Can't Go to Mass"

To love the Lord fully, we must grow in our knowledge of Him. Join me in this weekly segment to break open the teachings of the Church and to grow in our knowledge and love of the Lord and of His Church.

"To Know and To Love" Trailer

As we meditate on Mary's "yes" this feast day, what does she have to show us about the meaning and depth of our prayer?

Homily for the Annunciation of the Lord - March 25, 2020

I sat down for a brief Instagram live-stream with my good friend and classmate Fr. Donald Bernard, Parochial Vicar of St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church in Abbeville, LA, Priest of the Diocese of Lafayette. We talk about what it's like being a newly ordained priest in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. We talk about prayer, ministering to people in the crisis, trinkets, and more.

What's Going On? A Conversation w/Fr. Donald Bernard

in the midst of a pandemic, life has changed completely. Many voices are pressuring us to fume, fear, and doubt. Jesus promises joy amidst pain and suffering. Are you listening to the voices of fear opening your ears to the voice of Jesus?

Homily of the Fourth Sunday of Lent (Year A) - March 22, 2020

Any good coach knows you don't win football games just by playing in the last minute. The same is true of life. If we aren't "competing well" like St. Paul all throughout our Christian life, can we really be sure that everything will work out in the end? How is the Lord challenging us to do more, so that we may finish well? This weekend, St. Genevieve Church celebrated the 60th Anniversary of the dedication of the church.

Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time - October 27, 2019

God is constantly calling to us. He persistently asks us to listen to Him. Are we willing to swallow our pride and listen to Him?

Twenty-Ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time - October 20, 2019

The best attitude is gratitude. But what does it mean to have real gratitude?

Twenty-eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time - October 13, 2019

"The person who is trustworthy in very small matters is also trustworthy in great ones."

Twenty-Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time - September 22, 2019

Our Lord is clear on one thing: the love of God always exceeds what we expect.

Twenty-Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time - September 15, 2019

The call to discipleship can be taunting. But you'll never reach the goal if you don't start.

Twenty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time - September 8, 2019

A collection of homilies given by Father Brett Lapeyrouse, a priest of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Houma-Thibodaux.