Starting a new chapter in life isn't always easy. Fr. Michael Mohr, SJ, reflects on how the Ascension of Jesus marks the beginning of the Apostles' work. Based on the readings for the Solemnity of the Ascension of Our Lord. https://youtu.be/ELSdjE3w9y8 This is only...
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Michael Mohr, SJ is a Jesuit Scholastic studying philosophy and theology in St. Louis. As a born-and-raised Southerner, he has always enjoyed sharing in hospitality and telling tales, preferring 40 words where 4 would do. Michael taught high school English for three years before entering the Society of Jesus, an experience which taught him the importance of service and community.
Joined in 2016 15 posts mmohrsj@thejesuitpost.org
Breakfast with Jesus | One-Minute Homily
Jesus cooked breakfast for Peter and the Apostles. Fr. Michael Mohr, SJ, reflects on how Jesus calls us to feed Christ’s sheep through our loving witness and service to others. Based on the readings for the Third Sunday of Easter.
There is No Outsmarting Jesus | One-Minute Homily
In today’s gospel, Jesus turns the tables on us. Fr. Michael Mohr, SJ, calls us to imitate Jesus in the way he loves others. Based on the readings for the Fifth Sunday of Lent, Year C.
Let Us Cling to Christ | One-MInute Homily
Why was Jesus tempted in the desert? Father Michael Mohr, SJ, reflects on how even Jesus’s experience of temptation is for our salvation. Based on the readings for the First Sunday of Lent.
Into Deeper Waters | One-Minute Homily
Peter was called into deeper waters by Jesus and was astonished at the miraculous catch of fish. Fr. Michael Mohr, SJ, reflects on how when we respond to the Lord’s call, we can expect to be astonished. Based on the readings for the Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time.
What are you waiting for? | One-Minute Homily
Are you “filled with expectation” when you think about the Lord? Fr. Michael Mohr, SJ, reflects on how Christ’s Baptism is a sign of our salvation. Based on the readings for the Baptism of the Lord.
“Halloween” and the Mystery of Evil
A recovery of the original genius creates a modern horror classic
One-Minute Homily: “The Greatest Among You”
What is our own notion of greatness? Jesus has something to say about that in today's Gospel as Michael Mohr, SJ, reflects in this One-Minute Homily. Based on the readings from Sunday, September 23, which you can read here: https://bit.ly/2p6MNZa
Facing the Facts on Gun Control
What do liberals need to know?