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The Light of Unity

https://youtu.be/GtTie5FoYfw On this 3rd Sunday in Ordinary Time, our readings invite us to explore the identity and mission of the Incarnate Son still further by carefully attending to the call of His first Apostles. As Tony explains, when...
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Living Out the Lamb’s Response

https://youtu.be/unpkoPLk_rY On this Second Sunday of Ordinary Time, St. John the Baptist points to Jesus as the definitive Lamb of God, Who takes away the sin of the world through His sacrifice. However, as Tony explains, the sacrifice of ...
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Manifesting the Incarnate Son’s Mission

https://youtu.be/pprvW7d-Mxs In this Commentary Clip, Tony explores why Jesus desired to be baptized even though being without sin, He had not need for baptism. Be sure to check out the full Gospel Reflection this clip was taken fro...
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What the Gifts of the Magi Teach Us

https://youtu.be/J61Vi6YI4vQ In this Commentary Clip, Tony discusses the profound theological meaning the gifts of the three Magi hold for us, both in terms of human life generally, and how human life finds purpose and fulfillment. B...
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Why Mary is Central to the Celebration of Christmas

https://youtu.be/vLYVdLA4GtE In this Commentary Clip, Tony explains why, far from distracting from the celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ, Mary is altogether central to its full celebration. In short, celebrating Mary as the Mother of...
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A Shining Example to Imitate: The Feast of the Holy Family

https://youtu.be/J3oKjxFkz8g In this video, Tony considers why the Church places the Feast of the Holy Family within the Season of Christmas. As he explains, the answer to this question points to how the Holy Family serves as a shining exam...
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The Gift of Re-Creation

https://youtu.be/H4C5FwhNDN0 As we participate in the great celebration of Christmas, Tony reminds us of the importance of understanding the gift God desires to give us in order that we might receive it in its fullness. Mass Reading...
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Contemplating the Example of St. Joseph

https://youtu.be/6l1oygoxbus In this Commentary Clip, Tony discusses the example of Christian virtue set for us by St. Joseph. As he explains, he quickly becomes apparent that St. Joseph's life of virtue flows from his faith in God. ...
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The Game Plan

https://youtu.be/XU_awc8sy_k On this Fourth and final Sunday of Advent, Tony highlights the contrast between King Ahaz and St. Joseph. As he explains, the difference in the two is a matter of faith. King Ahaz's lack of faith prevents him fr...
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The Spiritual Example of the Farmer

https://youtu.be/zp9flcMw4oQ In this Commentary Clip, Tony attends to the advice of St. James, who calls us to attend and imitate the example of the farmer. As Tony explains, the farmer's work demand he exercise specific virtues that are of...
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