Day 180: Giving Time to God (2022)

Day 180: Giving Time to God (2022)

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Day 299: Jeremiah Hides the Ark (2026)

Fr. Mike discusses the story of Jeremiah and the Ark of the Covenant, offering insight on where it was hidden and how that affected the people of God. He also looks ahead to the rest of 2 Maccabees and poses a question for all of us: What will the people who love us remember abou ...  Show more

Day 298: The Gift of Life (2026)

Fr. Mike gives us context for the beginning of 2 Maccabees and recounts the story of Nehemiah’s discovery of the sacred fire. He also offers a reflection for those struggling with grief and death, which serves as a reminder to all about the blessing of our lives and the lives of ...  Show more

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