Fr. Edward Looney, a priest of the Diocese of Green Bay, Wisconsin. In his weekly homilies, he often shares his own brokenness, weaknesses, and spirituality, as a way to relate the gospel to ordinary life. He is a dynamic and charismatic preacher who will help you reflect on the Word of God.
…
continue reading
What do we know about Jesus and Mary? For starters, what the evangelists recorded in the gospels. Throughout Church history, mystics have received visions of the life of Jesus and Mary and recorded them as biographies. One such mystic was Venerable Maria of Agreda who authored The Mystical City of God, a four-volume book totaling more than 2,000 pages. It's a daunting task to read, but Marian theologian Fr. Edward Looney has partnered with TAN Books to read it in a year. Join him as he reads ...
…
continue reading
Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 6 of book 8 and then comments on Mary's preparation of the cenacle for Mass.
…
continue reading
Fr Looney shares about his newest book, Praying with the Church through Advent. https://www.amazon.com/Praying-Church-Through-Advent-Edward/dp/B0CZCVBJ81/由Fr. Edward Looney
…
continue reading
Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 6 of book 8 and then comments on the continued theme of Mary's power over evil and St. Paul's encounter with Mary.
…
continue reading
Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 5 of book 8 and then comments on what we remember from the four volumes, having a pure motive for love of God, and the value of a daily examination.
…
continue reading
Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 5 of book 8 and then comments on the story sea of life.
…
continue reading
Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 5 of book 8 and then comments on St. Peter's request for Mary to visit, the titles used by the Church for Mary, and the way of life for the women who surround themselves around Mary.
…
continue reading
Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 4 of book 8 and then comments on the interior life of Mary and how she resists the temptations of the devil.
…
continue reading
Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 4 of book 8 and then comments on the church in Ephesus.
…
continue reading
Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 4 of book 8 and then comments on the false religion that emerges in Ephesus.
…
continue reading
Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 3 of book 8 and then comments on being instructed by Mary, our concern for others, and how Mary prays without ceasing in heaven.
…
continue reading
Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 3 of book 8 and then comments on our love for God, people, and things, and also on the evil seeds planted in our hearts.
…
continue reading
Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 2 of book 8 and then comments on Mary's intercessory role and how God the Father wants it.
…
continue reading
Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 2 of book 8 and then comments on conversions gained by St. James and his martyrdom.
…
continue reading
In this homily, Fr. Edward Looney describes the daily ministry of a priest from daily prayers, to sacraments, engagement with the community, and the administrative tasks. Daily, the priest stands at his ministry, and now you have a glimpse of what that entails.由Fr. Edward Looney
…
continue reading
Fr. Edward reads from chapter 1 of book 8 and then comments on what the martyrdom of St. James meant for the other apostles.
…
continue reading
Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 1 of book 8 and then comments on Mary's prayers and concern for the Apostles.
…
continue reading
Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 1 of book 8 and then comments on what Mary does before leaving Jerusalem for Ephesus and also on the title Star of the Sea.
…
continue reading
Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 18 of book 7 and then comments on the Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar and how we can foster a devotion to her today.
…
continue reading
Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 17 of book 7 and then comments on the building and significance of the Marian shrine in Zaragoza.
…
continue reading
Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 17 of book 7 and then comments on the demons tormenting the damned and our developing relationship with Mary.
…
continue reading
In this homily, Fr. Edward invites us to consider more than just the widow’s generosity. What else does this gospel communicate? Listen to learn.由Fr. Edward Looney
…
continue reading
Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 16 of book 7 and then comments on our gratitude for Mary and the help she gives us.
…
continue reading
Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 16 of book 7 and then comments on courage of the Apostles.
…
continue reading
Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 16 of book 7 and then comments on the global nature of intercessory prayer.
…
continue reading
Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 15 of book 7 and then comments on the reactions of Heaven over conversion.
…
continue reading
Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 15 of book 7 and then comments on the triumph of the Immaculate Heart.
…
continue reading
Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 15 of book 7 and then comments on the effects of living a moral life.
…
continue reading
Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 15 of book 7 and then comments on spiritual warfare and the development of doctrine.
…
continue reading
In this homily, Fr. Edward names the priests who have been ordained from his home parish, explains the origin of the priesthood, speaks about his pious custom of visiting priests graves, and encourages prayers for vocations.由Fr. Edward Looney
…
continue reading
Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 14 of book 7 and then comments on St. Paul's reaction to Mary, why he apologizes to her, and his prayer to do God's will.
…
continue reading
Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 14 of book 7 and then comments on how Mary obtains the conversion of St. Paul.
…
continue reading
Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 14 of book 7 and then comments on praying for the conversion of sinners.
…
continue reading
Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 13 of book 7 and then comments on Mary's instruction to Maria of Agreda about the state of the hierarchy in the church.
…
continue reading
Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 13 of book 7 and then comments on the Apostles tracing the steps of Jesus, the cross and relics given to them by Our Lady, and the transportation of the apostles by angels.
…
continue reading
Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 13 of book 7 and then comments on the creed, fasting, and the sending of the apostles for their missionary work.
…
continue reading
Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 12 of book 7 and then comments on the formulation of the Apostles Creed, the missionary proclamation of the gospel, and the need to meditate on the words we pray instead of just saying them.
…
continue reading
Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 12 of book 7 and then comments on the nature of sacramentals and early Christian doctrine.
…
continue reading
Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 11 of book 7 and then reflects on the efficacy of St. Stephen's prayer in heaven.
…
continue reading
Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 11 of book 7 and then comments on the life of St. Stephen.
…
continue reading
Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 10 of book 7 and then comments on the sorrow of Our Lady at La Salette.
…
continue reading
Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 10 of book 7 and then comments on Hell, the acts of contrition and love, and prayers of thanksgiving.
…
continue reading
Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 10 of book 7 and then comments on Mary remembering the church in prayer, Mary and her role in Purgatory, and the tactics of the devil.
…
continue reading
In this homily, Fr. Edward Looney reflects on intercessory prayer, especially with the saints, and how we can approach the throne of God's mercy with them. He especially highlights, St. Elena Guerra, St. Marie Leonine Paradis, St. Giuseppe Allamano, and the Martyrs of Damascus, canonized on October 20, 2024.…
…
continue reading
Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 9 of book 7 and then comments on Mary's protection over her devotees.
…
continue reading
Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 9 of book 7 and then comments on Mary's prayer for the pope and bishops and her confrontation with evil.
…
continue reading
Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 8 of book 7 and then comments on our inclination to sin.
…
continue reading
Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 8 of book 7 and then comments on Mary as a living tabernacle of the Eucharist.
…
continue reading
Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 7 of book 7 and then comments on how the early church received communion and our need to be properly prepared for Holy Communion.
…
continue reading
Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 7 of book 7 and then comments on poverty, baptism, and the first Mass of St. Peter.
…
continue reading
Fr. Edward Looney reads from chapter 7 of book and then comments on ecclesia typica Mariology and the baptism institute by Christ.
…
continue reading