Your Faith with Fr. Chris Stanish
599 episodes - English - Latest episode: 11 months ago - ★★★★★ - 20 ratingsSelected homilies, presentations, and talks of Fr. Christopher Stanish, Pastor of St. Teresa of Avila in Valparaiso, Indiana.
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Episodes
Doctor, Singer, Taco Man
May 28, 2018 13:37 - 17 minutes - 12.1 MBOn this Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity, seminarian David Martinez offers his vocation story and tips for building a culture of vocations.
The Unexpected
May 20, 2018 17:49 - 12 minutes - 8.19 MBOn this Feast of Pentecost, Fr. Chris Stanish discusses how Jesus gave us the gift of the Holy Spirit in order to help us when we are unsure of what to expect in life.
The In-Between Times
May 14, 2018 13:27 - 12 minutes - 8.26 MBOn this Feast of the Ascension, Deacon Bob Marben discusses how Mother's Day and the Ascension teach us to persevere even when things are uncertain.
Genuine Friendship
May 09, 2018 13:21 - 9 minutes - 6.09 MBOn this 6th Sunday of Easter, Fr. Chris Stanish discusses what it means when Jesus calls us His friends and how His love for us inspires our love for others.
Pruning the Vine
April 30, 2018 13:16 - 10 minutes - 6.92 MBOn this 5th Sunday of Easter, Fr. Chris Stanish discusses what it means to have Jesus prune our lives so that we can bear more fruit.
Along the Way
April 16, 2018 13:00 - 11 minutes - 7.39 MBOn this 3rd Sunday of Easter, Deacon Bob Marben discusses his trip to Spain to walk the Camino de Santiago and how the gospel reflects the lessons he learned along the way.
Witnesses to the Resurrection
April 15, 2018 19:22 - 15 minutes - 10.3 MBOn this 3rd Sunday of Easter, Bishop Donald Hying imparts the Sacrament of Confirmation. In this homily, he discusses how the Holy Spirit gives us strength to be witnesses of the Resurrection.
Gracefully Broken
April 10, 2018 14:15 - 12 minutes - 8 MBOn this Feast of the Divine Mercy, Fr. Chris Stanish discusses how it is important to invite Jesus into our wounds and into our brokenness so that He can bring us healing.
Stick Out Your Tongue
April 02, 2018 16:19 - 13 minutes - 9.51 MBDuring this celebration of Easter, Fr. Chris Stanish discusses how Christ rising my the dead gives us an unshakeable confidence to live out our faith in the world.
A Story of Hope
April 02, 2018 16:12 - 7 minutes - 4.77 MBDuring Good Friday's Passion service, Deacon Bob Marben discusses how we are given hope through Jesus' Passion and how we can share that hope with others.
What a Jerk
April 02, 2018 16:05 - 9 minutes - 6.27 MBDuring this Holy Thursday Mass of the Lord's Supper, Fr. Chris Stanish discusses the shocking example that Jesus shows in washing the feet of His disciples.
Choosing Barabbas
March 27, 2018 22:11 - 8 minutes - 5.75 MBOn this celebration of Palm Sunday, Deacon Bob Marben discusses how easy it is for us to choose Barabbas over Jesus in our lives.
I've Got You
March 19, 2018 15:30 - 12 minutes - 8.4 MBOn this 5th Sunday of Lent, Fr. Chris Stanish discusses the confidence and trust that Martha has in Jesus.
The Monkey Trap
March 04, 2018 19:28 - 13 minutes - 8.91 MBOn this 3rd Sunday of Lent, Fr. Chris Stanish discusses Jesus' encounter with the woman at the well and how he gives us the strength to let go of the things that prevent us from living the fullness of life he desires to give us.
Temptation Revealed
February 19, 2018 15:20 - 18 minutes - 11.8 MBOn this 1st Sunday of Lent, Fr. Chris Stanish discusses temptation, why we experience it, how it works, and how we can overcome it.
Inverting the Values of the World
February 17, 2018 19:30 - 14 minutes - 9.62 MBOn this 6th Sunday of Ordinary Time, Bishop Donald Hying visits St. Teresa of Avila and discusses the powerful and healing touch of Jesus Christ.
Just Do It
February 15, 2018 15:16 - 10 minutes - 7.08 MBFor this celebration of Ash Wednesday, Fr. Chris Stanish discusses how we bear a mark that is far greater than anything else in the world.
A Dramatic Touch
February 12, 2018 15:13 - 9 minutes - 6.06 MBOn this 6th Sunday of Ordinary Time, Fr. Chris Stanish discusses how Jesus desires to reach out and touch our ugliness in order to transform us and make us whole.
#1 Fans
February 05, 2018 16:16 - 11 minutes - 7.54 MBOn this 5th Sunday of Ordinary Time, Fr. Chris Stanish discusses what it means to worship and celebrate.
Cutting the Twine
January 29, 2018 14:36 - 12 minutes - 8.14 MBOn this 4th Sunday of Ordinary Time, Fr. Chris Stanish discusses Jesus' desire to heal us from the things that tie us down.
Finely Tuned
January 22, 2018 14:53 - 10 minutes - 6.66 MBOn this 3rd Sunday of Ordinary Time, Fr. Chris Stanish discusses how our call to discipleship requires us to be finely tuned by the Lord through many moments of repentance and conversion.
Ready!
January 15, 2018 15:25 - 12 minutes - 8.28 MBOn this 2nd Sunday of Ordinary Time, Fr. Chris Stanish discusses the meaning of "Here I Am" as a faithful response to the call of discipleship.
Go and Search Diligently
January 13, 2018 19:57 - 8 minutes - 5.71 MBOn this Feast of the Epiphany, Deacon Bob Marben discusses the three wise men as examples of how Christ came for all people in order to bring real change into the world.
The St. Joseph Challenge
December 31, 2017 20:03 - 19 minutes - 12.4 MBOn this Feast of the Holy Family, Fr. Chris Stanish addresses the men of the community to look to St. Joseph as a model and example of what it means to be a Catholic man in the world.
Joy, Drones, and Christmas
December 26, 2017 16:22 - 14 minutes - 8.87 MBOn this Christmas Day, Fr. Chris Stanish discusses the great gift that God has given us and the importance of putting it to use.
Let Jesus Love You
December 26, 2017 15:50 - 12 minutes - 7.37 MBOn this 4th Sunday of Advent, Deacon Bob Marben uses the story of the Annunciation to encourage people to let Jesus love them.
Stained Glass Windows
December 19, 2017 14:57 - 10 minutes - 6.76 MBOn this 3rd Sunday of Advent, Fr. Chris Stanish discusses how John the Baptist came to testify to the light, and how each one of us is also called to bear witness to the Light.
The Voice of Friendship
December 11, 2017 15:39 - 12 minutes - 8.3 MBOn this 2nd Sunday of Advent, Fr. Chris Stanish discusses how our friendships are a channel through which we can share the good news of the Gospel.
Star of the Sea
December 09, 2017 18:05 - 10 minutes - 6.62 MBOn this Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception, Fr. Chris Stanish discusses the Blessed Virgin Mother as the star who guides our way.
The Art of Watchfulness
December 05, 2017 15:50 - 15 minutes - 10.5 MBOn this 1st Sunday of Advent, Fr. Chris Stanish discusses the spiritual method of watchfulness. In it, he teaches about the four stages of temptation and how we can become more alert.
A Game of Thrones
November 27, 2017 15:24 - 12 minutes - 8.08 MBOn this Solemnity of Christ the King, Fr. Chris Stanish discusses the spiritual battle we are all in and how we have to choose who will sit on the throne of our lives.
Entrusted to Me
November 20, 2017 15:07 - 12 minutes - 8.28 MBOn this 33rd Sunday of Ordinary Time, Fr. Chris Stanish talks about the comparison trap, and how what we have is less important than what we do with what we have.
A Personal Story
November 06, 2017 21:58 - 16 minutes - 10.7 MBOn this 31st Sunday of Ordinary Time, Fr. Chris Stanish discusses his own witness to what Jesus has done in his life, and the joy that comes in saying yes to Jesus.
A Cloud of Witnesses
November 02, 2017 22:04 - 8 minutes - 5.79 MBOn this Feast of All Saints, Fr. Chris Stanish discusses what it means to be surrounded by the saints and the help they offer us in our lives.
The Heart of Love
October 31, 2017 14:09 - 10 minutes - 7.02 MBOn this 30th Sunday of Ordinary Time, Fr. Chris Stanish discusses what it means to love with your whole heart, your whole soul, and your whole mind.
Why Do We Exist?
October 25, 2017 13:13 - 10 minutes - 6.94 MBOn this 29th Sunday of Ordinary Time, Fr. Chris Stanish discusses why we exist and how we can give to God what belongs to God.
A Feast of Invitations
October 19, 2017 14:10 - 11 minutes - 7.43 MBOn this 28th Sunday of Ordinary Time, Fr. Chris Stanish discusses the amazing number of opportunities our Lord gives us to respond to His invitations.
God's Masterpieces
October 09, 2017 17:39 - 13 minutes - 9.16 MBOn this 27th Sunday of Ordinary Time, Fr. Chris Stanish discusses how each and every one of us is a masterpiece of God's creation.
To Decide for Christ
October 09, 2017 00:54 - 11 minutes - 8.05 MBOn this 26th Sunday of Ordinary Time, Fr. Rich Kozak discusses what it means to decide for Christ.
Reflecting Christ
October 09, 2017 00:44 - 8 minutes - 5.87 MBOn this 26th Sunday of Ordinary Time, Deacon Bob Marben discusses how our choices can reflect Christ in the world.
Standing Idle
September 25, 2017 12:27 - 9 minutes - 6.75 MBOn this 25th Sunday of Ordinary Time, Fr. Chris Stanish discusses how God calls us at every hour of the day to be his hands, feet, and voice in the world, bringing others to Christ.
To Forgive and To Be Forgiven
September 18, 2017 13:30 - 11 minutes - 7.26 MBOn this 24th Sunday of Ordinary Time, Bishop Donald Hying joins the community of St. Teresa's for their annual picnic. In this homily, Bishop Hying discusses what it is to be forgiven and how it leads us to forgive those who have hurt us.
The Things We Hold Onto
September 18, 2017 13:21 - 12 minutes - 8.05 MBOn this 24th Sunday of Ordinary Time, Deacon Bob Marben discusses how easy it is for us to hold onto past hurts and fail to forgive. He encourages us to have our hearts moved toward compassion.
This Old House
September 11, 2017 14:13 - 16 minutes - 11.2 MBOn this 23rd Sunday of Ordinary Time, Fr. Chris Stanish discusses how the Catholic Church is full of hidden treasures for us to discover. In this message, he offers four principles on the sacraments.
Take a Risk
September 07, 2017 12:51 - 11 minutes - 7.49 MBOn this 22nd Sunday of Ordinary Time, Fr. Chris Stanish discusses the risk of discipleship. He explains how risk may cause failure, but success cannot come without it.
To Bind and Loose
August 29, 2017 14:16 - 13 minutes - 8.61 MBOn this 21st Sunday of Ordinary Time, Fr. Chris Stanish discusses how Jesus forgives sins and strengthens us to be the best version of ourselves.
Where Life Begins
August 21, 2017 14:27 - 12 minutes - 7.88 MBOn this 20th Sunday of Ordinary Time, Fr. Chris Stanish discusses how life begins at the end of our comfort zone. He encourages everyone to think about how Jesus is calling them to grow.
In the Tiny Details
August 19, 2017 19:09 - 10 minutes - 6.73 MBOn this Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Fr. Chris Stanish discusses how Mary is a model for us on how to get to heaven by seeing God in all the tiny details of our life.
Get out of the Boat
August 14, 2017 23:04 - 16 minutes - 12 MBOn this 19th Sunday of Ordinary Time, Deacon Bob Marben discusses how Jesus doesn't necessarily ask us to walk on water, but He does ask us to get out the boat.
Transformed in Christ
August 07, 2017 14:15 - 12 minutes - 8.18 MBOn this Feast of the Transfiguration of the Lord, Fr. Chris Stanish discusses how fear can prevent us from following the Lord, and how important it is to have an unconditional readiness to be transformed in Christ.