Fr. Scott Steinkerchner, OP

In the Gospel of Matthew, Joseph discovers Mary is pregnant and believes his only choices are to divorce her quietly or expose her to shame. Meanwhile, in the first reading from Isaiah, King Ahaz faces a terrifying political invasion and thinks his only choice is to surrender his sovereignty to Assyria. This video explains the deep historical context behind the "Emmanuel" prophecy in Isaiah 7 and how St. Joseph succeeded where King Ahaz failed—by trusting that God can create a "third option" where we see none.

Isaiah promises a world where the wolf lives with the lamb. But can we imagine a world where Ukrainians and Russians, Gazans and Israelis, or Republicans and Democrats live in peace? And can we help bring one about?

Is your faith a "job" or a joy? In this moving reflection, Fr. Scott shares a conversation with two brother priests who, due to health reasons, can no longer celebrate Mass. Their sadness sheds light on the true meaning of vocation.

Can speaking the truth actually change the world? Today, Fr. Scott is joined by a special guest—his mother, Mrs. Arlene Steinkerchner—to discuss the Prophet Isaiah, the "Peaceable Kingdom," and a modern-day example of fighting for justice.

For the 33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time. This week's readings are packed with challenging messages: from Malachi's "blazing oven" and "Sun of Justice," to Paul's warning against "busybodies" in Thessalonians, and Luke's Gospel on the destruction of the temple, signs of the end times, and the promise of perseverance through persecution.

This powerful reflection explores God's swift judgment on leaders who misuse authority and fail to uphold justice, particularly concerning human rights and the command to "love your neighbor as yourself."