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Torch provides a new Catholic homily each week written specially for this web site by Dominican friars, and read by followers worldwide. Read more.
Things That Go ‘Bump’ in the Night
Third Sunday of Easter. Fr Peter Hunter explains why Jesus is the very opposite of a ghost. I've often wondered just what
The Touch of the Word
Second Sunday of Easter (Low Sunday). Fr John Patrick Kenrick preaches on the doubts of Saint Thomas and the mercy of
Being Someone
Easter Sunday. Fr Timothy Calvert preaches on the readings of the Easter Vigil. They say you learn by your mistakes. I
What Happened on Good Friday?
Good Friday. Fr Robert Ombres reminds us that we need to keep the Passion of Christ before our eyes all
The Gift of the Eucharist
Holy Thursday. Fr Simon Gaine tells of the gift that we offer, and are offered, in the Eucharist. The Gospel brings
The Royal Way
Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord. Fr Isidore Clarke contrasts the triumphal entry of Christ into Jerusalem with
Seeing the Christ
Fifth Sunday of Lent. Fr Benjamin Earl preaches on the simple request that triggers Christ's passion. From time to time, probably,
Lifting up our Eyes
Fourth Sunday of Lent (Laetare Sunday). Fr Giles Hibbert suggests that those who refuse to acknowledge the spiritual reality of
The Chimes of Freedom
Solemnity of the Annunciation of the Lord. Fr John Walsh preaches on Our Lady's free 'Yes' to God's will. A few years
Adopting Jesus
Solemnity of St Joseph. Fr Richard Joseph Ounsworth preaches on the faith of Saint Joseph. The first line of the Gospel
Frightening Freedom
Third Sunday of Lent. Fr Colin Carr preaches on the risks of an unpossessive faith. The ten commandments are part of
Only Jesus
Second Sunday of Lent. Fr Columba Ryan preaches on the transfiguration of Christ. In Mark's Gospel we reach a turning point