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Father Raymond Harris is a priest of the Archdiocese of Baltimore. He has served in parochial, university chaplaincy, seminary formation, and canon law ministries. He serves as the Pastor of Holy Family Parish in Randallstown. This podcast includes homilies, and Bible Study presentations.
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![July 14, 2024 - Being An Apostolic Catholic Christian](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/9618614/podcast_image_328B0757-AE42-41CA-88BF-BD56EF46521A_300x300.jpg)
Sunday Jul 14, 2024
July 14, 2024 - Being An Apostolic Catholic Christian
Sunday Jul 14, 2024
Sunday Jul 14, 2024
“Jesus summoned the Twelve and began to send them out two by two…” (Mark 5:7). We profess belief in “one, holy, catholic, and apostolic Church” (Nicene Creed). These are the essential characteristics of the Church and her mission (Catechism of the Catholic Church #811). The Gospel Reading teaches us about the meaning of being apostolic in two senses. The characteristics of being an apostolic Catholic Church are: (1) summoned by Christ; (2) send forth by Christ; and (3) sanctified by Christ to sanctified others.
![June 30, 2024 - Having Steadfast Faith in Christ](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/9618614/podcast_image_328B0757-AE42-41CA-88BF-BD56EF46521A_300x300.jpg)
Sunday Jun 30, 2024
June 30, 2024 - Having Steadfast Faith in Christ
Sunday Jun 30, 2024
Sunday Jun 30, 2024
“[Jesus] said to her, ‘Daughter, your faith has saved you. Go in peace and be cured of your affliction’” (Mark 5:34). Two persons needed healing from the Lord. A twelve year-old girl and a woman who had suffered from hemorrhages for twelve years. This homily focuses on the actions of the woman. She perseveres in her faith by practicing it and professing it.
![June 23, 2024 - Serenity in Christ during Storms in Life](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/9618614/podcast_image_328B0757-AE42-41CA-88BF-BD56EF46521A_300x300.jpg)
Sunday Jun 23, 2024
June 23, 2024 - Serenity in Christ during Storms in Life
Sunday Jun 23, 2024
Sunday Jun 23, 2024
Being a follower of Christ within His Church does not exempt us from tumultuous situations in our lives. What does the Lord Jesus teach about having serenity during storms in life?
![June 16, 2024 - Trust in God's Timing](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/9618614/podcast_image_328B0757-AE42-41CA-88BF-BD56EF46521A_300x300.jpg)
Sunday Jun 16, 2024
June 16, 2024 - Trust in God's Timing
Sunday Jun 16, 2024
Sunday Jun 16, 2024
Patience is necessary to do the will of God and to receive what God has promised (cf. Hebrews 10:35). In the Gospel Reading, the Lord Jesus teaches us to trust in God’s timing for His Kingdom to grow (cf. Mark 4:26-34). As the first disciples cooperated with God, God did more than they could imagine. Patient practices include: (1) Remember God’s faithfulness. (2) Respond with fidelity towards God. (3) Repent of infidelity against God. (4) Resolve to grow in fortitude.
![June 9, 2024 - Do Not Doubt or Deny God's Saving Love](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/9618614/podcast_image_328B0757-AE42-41CA-88BF-BD56EF46521A_300x300.jpg)
Sunday Jun 09, 2024
June 9, 2024 - Do Not Doubt or Deny God's Saving Love
Sunday Jun 09, 2024
Sunday Jun 09, 2024
In the Gospel Reading, the Lord Jesus warns, "'But whoever blasphemes against the Holy Spirit will never have forgiveness'" (Mark 3:29). What are sins against the Holy Spirit? Father Harris’ homily answers that question and responds to possible concerns among us.
![June 2, 2024 - A Living Testament of Christ's Love for Us](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/9618614/podcast_image_328B0757-AE42-41CA-88BF-BD56EF46521A_300x300.jpg)
Monday Jun 03, 2024
June 2, 2024 - A Living Testament of Christ's Love for Us
Monday Jun 03, 2024
Monday Jun 03, 2024
The Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ reminds us that our Lord Jesus Christ gives of Himself totally in love for our salvation. We cannot allow familiar rituals to lull us into complacency. These rituals convey a relationship with our wonderful, faithful God. We must resist the temptation to not magnify the Lord but to mark time, wondering how long Holy Mass will last. The Most Holy Eucharist is a living testament that the love of Christ liberates us for life.
![May 26, 2024 - A Great Commitment to the Great Commission](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/9618614/podcast_image_328B0757-AE42-41CA-88BF-BD56EF46521A_300x300.jpg)
Sunday May 26, 2024
May 26, 2024 - A Great Commitment to the Great Commission
Sunday May 26, 2024
Sunday May 26, 2024
The Seek the City to Come Fiinal Plan is the culmination of a two-year process to realign the Catholic Church in Baltimore City and nearby suburbs for mission. This si the first Lord's Day in which affected parishes have gathered in worship since the plan was published. We pray for the consolatio of those who are grieving. We also pray for a renwed commitment in the entire Archdiocese of Baltimore to proclaim the Gospel of Christ and build His Church. Today's solemnity reminds us that God has revealed Himself to inivite us to be in relationship with Him. In the Gospel Reading, Jesus commissions His Church to share this message.
![May 19, 2024 - The Power of a Witnessing Church](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/9618614/podcast_image_328B0757-AE42-41CA-88BF-BD56EF46521A_300x300.jpg)
Thursday May 23, 2024
May 19, 2024 - The Power of a Witnessing Church
Thursday May 23, 2024
Thursday May 23, 2024
Part 8 of ther series, "Triumph: Testify about God's Favor" Filled and fortified by the Holy Spirit, the Church is empowered to fulfill her mission from Christ. Personal example and personal invitation are practical ways to fulfill this mission.
![May 5, 2026: To Be Loved and To Love as Christ Teaches](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/9618614/podcast_image_328B0757-AE42-41CA-88BF-BD56EF46521A_300x300.jpg)
Sunday May 05, 2024
May 5, 2026: To Be Loved and To Love as Christ Teaches
Sunday May 05, 2024
Sunday May 05, 2024
Part 6 of the series, "Triumph: Testify about God's Favor.” God is love (1 John 4:8b; cf. 1 John 4;7-10). God defines and demonstrates the true meaning of love. The favor of God enables us to receive the love of Christ and to reflect it in our relationships. What are practical principles of loving and being loved according to Christ?
![April 23, 2024 - Making the Time to Listen to the Voice of Christ](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/9618614/podcast_image_328B0757-AE42-41CA-88BF-BD56EF46521A_300x300.jpg)
Tuesday Apr 23, 2024
April 23, 2024 - Making the Time to Listen to the Voice of Christ
Tuesday Apr 23, 2024
Tuesday Apr 23, 2024
Part 4 of the series, "Triumph: Testify about God's Favor." In the Gospel Reading, the Lord Jesus Christ testifies about His identity and our identity in relationship to Him. The Lord loves us and wants us to trust in Him. Our desire to love Christ is expressed by listening to His voice and living according to His values. Do you make the time to listen to the voice of Christ?
Correction on the Scripture citations: “Jesus Christ is the same, yesterday, today, and forever” (Hebrews 13:8). “Jesus wept” (John 11:35). Father Harris regrets the errors, will continue to read the Bible, and have the right citations in the future.