Fr. Yamil A. Samalot Rivera, OP

Fr. Yamil A. Samalot Rivera, OP is from Isabela, on the northwest coast of Puerto Rico. He teaches Dogmatic Theology but has also been blessed return to teaching in his original field of study and research: Portuguese and Brazilian Studies, as well as, the relationship between Theology and Postmodern Culture. Currently he is Assistant Professor of Theology and Humanities at the University of the Sacred Heart (est. 1880).

Videos

6 December • The Real Story of Santa Claus (St. Nicholas) | Advent Word of Hope

explore the history of St. Nicholas, the Bishop of Myra, and how his selfless charity inspired the figure we know today.

29 Nov • Happy Old Year: Ending the Liturgical Year with Vigilance

Before we begin Advent this evening, the Gospel of Luke calls us to be vigilant and not to let warns us not to let the noise of parties or the anxieties of life cloud our hearts.

28 Nov • Black Friday or Holy Friday? Making Spiritual Resolutions

As the world rushes out for Black Friday shopping, the Church invites us to pause and reflect.

13 Sept • Living the Word of God like St. John Chrysostom

Discover the inspiring life of St. John Chrysostom, the "Golden-Mouthed" bishop, and his powerful message on living the Word of God daily. Father Yamil Samot Riververa explores how St. John Chrysostom's dedication to preaching and practicing the Gospel can transform our lives and illuminate the world around us. Learn how to make the Word of God a living reality in your daily life, following the example of this influential saint and the Focolare Movement.

12 Sept • Living Witness: St. Pier Giorgio Frassati & the Power of Example

Father Yamil reflects on the Gospel's call to avoid hypocrisy and focus on living a life of faith. Drawing from his experiences in Colombia and the example of St. Pier Giorgio Frassati, he encourages us to remove the "beam" from our own eyes before judging others. Discover the power of living witness and the importance of love and service in bringing salvation to the world.

14 August • An Absurd Amount of Love

In today's Gospel, Jesus challenges his disciple to forgive one another not seven times, but 77 times. This absurd number mirrors God's absurd love for us in giving his son for our salvation, and in St. Maximillian Kolbe's absurd love that led him to offer himself for death in place of another. Father Yamil draws a powerful parallel between the Gospel's call to forgive abundantly and the saint's extraordinary act of love toward his executioners and fellow prisoners.