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Today we celebrate the feast of Saint Jerome who is acclaimed as a scholar and translator of the Bible to Latin, the common language of the time. He was driven by the saying, “ignorance of the Bible is ignorance of Christ.”

Yesterday on Conversation with Cardinal Dolan, I discussed a photo of a priest with Babe Ruth and Lou Gehrig that my social media followers helped me identify. Speaking of baseball, congratulations are in order to the St. Louis Cardinals and New York Yankees who are heading to the playoffs.

Here’s my homily from this morning. Today is the Feast of Our Lady of Mercy, also known as Our Lady of Ransom. On this day, we celebrate the foundation of the Order of Mercedarians.

Here’s my homily from this morning. We hear about King Cyrus in this morning’s reading. Although a tyrant, he’s remembered gratefully in the Jewish scriptures because he was an instrument in their liberation.

Today is the Feast of Saints Andrew Kim-Tae-gon, Paul Chong Ha-sung & Companions, martyrs. When Jesus’ listeners heard Him say, “If you want to be my disciples you must carry your cross like I do,” I wonder if they figured that one day those words would apply to Asia.

On yesterday’s Conversation with Cardinal Dolan , I talked about the passing of trailblazing female journalist Cokie Roberts, the UN General Assembly, and my forthcoming book, “Who Do You Say I Am?”

Here’s my homily from this morning. Today we hear Saint Paul refer to the Church as the household of God – isn’t that a magnificent metaphor?

Here’s my homily from this morning. A common theme we hear from one another these days is disappointment and frustration in our political leaders. Our first reading from Saint Paul this morning offers some advice – pray for those who govern you.

Here’s my homily from this morning. Today as we celebrate the Memorial of the Most Holy Name of Mary, I reflect on one parishioner I knew during my first assignment as a parish priest.

On yesterday’s Conversation with Cardinal Dolan , Father Dave Dwyer and I discussed the 18th Anniversary of September 11. We also talked about September as National Suicide Prevention Month and the upcoming National Down Syndrome Society New York City Buddy Walk in Times Square.

Here’s my homily from this morning. Jesus is the greatest teacher – not only because of what He says, but also what He does. We see that in this morning’s Gospel. Before we make any decision, it’s always a good idea to pray.

Here’s my homily from this morning. Today is the Feast of Saint Peter Claver. He and his apostles would care for slaves as slave ships came into Colombia. He’s a great example of someone who saw a need and responded with the charity of Christ.

As I think about the healthcare services offered in the Archdiocese of New York, I turn to this morning’s Gospel. It shows Jesus on a typical day, healing and caring for peoples’ souls, minds, and bodies.

Conversation with Cardinal Dolan is back from summer break! On yesterday’s episode, Jeannie Gaffigan and Jim Gaffigan were on to discuss Jeannie’s new book, When Life Gives You Pears: The Healing Power of Family, Faith, and Funny People.

Yesterday morning I reflected on the writings of Saint Gregory. He discusses his worries that he is not a good leader for the Church. This seems strange coming from a man we call Saint Gregory the Great, but it reminds us we must count on the mercy of Jesus to supply what we lack.