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Is God Punishing Us with Nuclear War and Meteors

Published October 28, 2017 • Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez Filed Under: Faith

This article is a continuation of two previous articles (Is God Punishing Us with Hurricanes and Earthquakes? and Is God Punishing Us with Fires and Shootings?). The church approved private revelations of Fatima and Akita seem to disagree with the conclusions of those articles, “The Father will inflict a terrible punishment on all humanity. It… [Read More]

Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez • Published October 28, 2017

Is God Punishing Us with Fires and Shootings? Part II

Published October 16, 2017 • Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez Filed Under: Faith, World and News

This article is a continuation of “Is God Punishing Us with Hurricanes and Earthquakes?” More specifically exploring the fourth possible option mentioned in the first article if God is indeed punishing us with evil? The answer is yes and no. YES, when we die, and NO, while we are living here on earth. NO PHYSICAL… [Read More]

Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez • Published October 16, 2017

Angels & Dragons IV: St. Michael’s Protection

Published September 28, 2017 • Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez Filed Under: Column, Faith

September 29th is the Feast Day of the Archangels. With the evil and cataclysmic events occurring in the world, surely it is time for St. Michael the Archangel to arise… “At that time Michael, the great prince who protects your people, will arise. There will be a TIME OF DISTRESS such as has not happened… [Read More]

Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez • Published September 28, 2017

The Most Important Prayer in a Cataclysmic Event

Published September 19, 2017 • Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez Filed Under: Column, Faith, World and News

During a life-threatening cataclysmic event like a major hurricane, earthquake, tornado, fire, tsunami, or other disasters, our most important goal is to save our lives but most especially our souls if we are facing imminent death. To save our souls there are four ways to forgive mortal sins, but three of them will most likely… [Read More]

Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez • Published September 19, 2017

Is God Punishing Us with Hurricanes and Earthquakes?

Published September 9, 2017 • Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez Filed Under: Faith, World and News

We are having unprecedented hurricanes and earthquakes plus many deaths from the “destructive forces of nature.” (CCC 309)   The big questions in the back of everyone’s mind is are we at the point in the bible where it says, “There will be signs in the sun, the moon, and the stars, and on earth nations… [Read More]

Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez • Published September 9, 2017

Angels & Dragons III: The St. Michael Relic Stone

Published September 2, 2017 • Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez Filed Under: Faith

In 490 AD, through a series of miraculous events, St. Michael the Archangel indicated that he had chosen a cave in Gargano, Italy, to be a shrine in his honor.  He appeared to the local bishop, and he explained how unique and special this cave was to him, “I am the Archangel Michael, and am… [Read More]

Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez • Published September 2, 2017

The Immaculate Heart of Mary – The New Ark

Published August 15, 2017 • Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez Filed Under: Column, Faith

“Go into the ark, you and your whole family.” (Gen.7:1) This year, 2017, is the centenary year of the messages of Fatima.  On May 13, 2010 when visiting Fatima, Pope Benedict XVI said, “[May] the centenary of the apparitions HASTEN the fulfillment of the prophecy of the triumph of the Immaculate Heart of Mary,” and… [Read More]

Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez • Published August 15, 2017

Pilgrimage to Jerusalem (Ps. 84:5)

Published August 5, 2017 • Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez Filed Under: Events, Faith

“Every year his parents went to Jerusalem for the Feast of Passover.” (Lk.2:41) Jesus went on pilgrimage to the “Holy City” (Mt. 4:5) from infancy until His death.  We don’t often think of Jesus on pilgrimage to the “City of David,” (1Chron.15:1) but Jesus’ parents would make pilgrimages three times a year as God decreed,… [Read More]

Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez • Published August 5, 2017

The Brown Scapular and “The First Born” (Col. 1:15)

Published July 9, 2017 • Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez Filed Under: Column, Faith

July 16th is the Feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel where the faithful have their Brown Scapulars blessed, and they are enrolled into the Order of Mount Carmel.  The feast originated when Our Lady appeared to St. Simon Stock on July 16, 1251 and said, “Receive my beloved son, the scapular of thy Order…. [Read More]

Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez • Published July 9, 2017

Strewing Flowers at the Corpus Christi Procession

Published June 4, 2017 • Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez Filed Under: Events, Faith

For centuries one of the customs at Corpus Christi processions is strewing (throwing) flowers before Jesus in the monstrance to proclaim Him our King in a very special and public manner.  Many saints have written about this wonderful experience but one of the most well known is St Therese of Lisieux (Doctor of the Church),… [Read More]

Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez • Published June 4, 2017

It Is Finished! (Jn. 19:30)

Published May 24, 2017 • Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez Filed Under: Column, Faith, Family

  The fight went the distance!  Fifteen rounds of pure guts, grit, and blood!  It was a courageous nail-biting fight of perseverance and determination that left the onlookers spellbound. Those on the sidelines witnessed a tenacious battle against our oldest and unseen enemy – death.  My mom, Gloria Rodriguez age 89, passed away on May… [Read More]

Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez • Published May 24, 2017

The 7 Contemplative Gazes

Published April 23, 2017 • Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez Filed Under: Column, Faith

Peter constantly gazed at Our Lord but like most of us listened poorly.  The Catechism of the Catholic Church explains how “gazing” at Jesus is a form of contemplation by stating, “Contemplation is a gaze of faith fixed on Jesus.”  (2715)  Contemplation is the highest form of worship, and it is none other than two… [Read More]

Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez • Published April 23, 2017

A Sign of Our Times: The Temptation of Survivial

Published March 9, 2017 • Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez Filed Under: Column, World and News

The temptation of survival begins with fear in our hearts deceiving us that there are not enough jobs, resources, and food even though statistically we throw away half of our food every year.  The spirits of fear and greed trick us into believing we are no longer safe, and we must protect and preserve all… [Read More]

Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez • Published March 9, 2017

The Importance of Consecration to Mary’s Immaculate Heart

Published February 21, 2017 • Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez Filed Under: Faith, Prayer

Here is a homily from Sunday, February 19, 2017 at St Mary’s Cathedral in downtown Austin, TX, promoting Marian consecration to the Immaculate Heart. You can find resources for doing the Total Consecration to Jesus through Mary at MyConsecration.org.   Here is a homily from Fr. Kevin Rai on the Total Consecration to the Immaculate… [Read More]

Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez • Published February 21, 2017

Lessons from the Crib

Published December 28, 2016 • Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez Filed Under: Column, Faith

Many saints have experienced the love and wisdom that comes from the Blessed Virgin Mary with the Baby Jesus, but none more than St. Faustina who had many, many visits from the Divine Infant.   One Christmas season the Blessed Mother brought the Baby Jesus to St. Faustina and said, “strive after silence and humility,”… [Read More]

Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez • Published December 28, 2016

“Live” Christmas Posada at Community First! Village

Published December 6, 2016 • Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez Filed Under: Events

On Saturday, December 17, 2016 from 5:30 – 6:30 P.M. the Deacon Candidates of the Diocese of Austin, Mobile Loaves & Fishes and Regina Mater Educational Community will host a “live” Posada for the residents of Community First! Village located on 9301 Hog Eye Rd, Austin, TX 78724.  Community First! Village is a community for… [Read More]

Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez • Published December 6, 2016

The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse

Published October 19, 2016 • Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez Filed Under: Faith, Social Justice

On October 2, 2016 Pope Francis commented about the upcoming U.S. presidential election, “Study the proposals well, pray and choose in conscience.”  While I was praying and thinking about the above comment the four horsemen of the Book of Revelation came to mind several times. Pope Francis added, “When a country has two, three or… [Read More]

Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez • Published October 19, 2016

Go to Joseph (Gen. 41:55)

Published September 29, 2016 • Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez Filed Under: Faith

On March 4, 2004 in my sixth year of law enforcement, I was involved in a car chase that spanned four counties and ended in a shoot-out with a man carrying drugs worth half a million dollars.   Traveling at 100 mph in my police vehicle a tire blew out.  The night before, I had… [Read More]

Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez • Published September 29, 2016

A Wedding Garment (Matt. 22:11)

Published September 10, 2016 • Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez Filed Under: Faith

In the Gospel of Matthew, we read about a guest who is not wearing “a wedding garment,” (22:11) and how the guest is bound hand and foot and expelled from the ceremony.  What is this all about?  This parable points to the sacraments of baptism, confirmation, and holy orders and much more.   We receive… [Read More]

Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez • Published September 10, 2016

Seek His Face (Psalm105:4)

Published August 27, 2016 • Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez Filed Under: Faith

In Misericordiae Vultus, Pope Francis states, “Introduce everyone to the great mystery of God’s mercy by contemplating the face of Christ,” (25) and similarly on June 29, 2016, he states in the newly released apostolic constitution, “Seeking the face of God has always been a part of human history.” (Vultum Dei quaerere “Seeking the Face… [Read More]

Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez • Published August 27, 2016

The Image of Divine Mercy In My Soul

Published August 14, 2016 • Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez Filed Under: Column, Faith

In the Diary of Saint Maria Faustina Kowalska when speaking of the image of Divine Mercy, Jesus tells her, “My image already is in your soul.” (Diary 49) The image of God was present in man from the beginning when God said, “Let us make man in our image, after our likeness,” (Gen. 1:26) and… [Read More]

Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez • Published August 14, 2016

You are gods (Jn 10:34)

Published July 23, 2016 • Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez Filed Under: Faith

Jesus says, “You are gods.” (Jn. 10:34) How is this possible? At baptism, we become “partakers of the divine nature,” (CCC 1265 or 2Pt.1:4) or as St. Athanasius states that we are, “becoming by grace what God is by nature.” The Catechism quotes St. Athanasius to explain this teaching, “For the Son of God became… [Read More]

Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez • Published July 23, 2016

Gazing at the Image or Icon of Divine Mercy

Published June 19, 2016 • Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez Filed Under: Faith

  What does gazing at an image or icon of Divine Mercy do for my mind, body, and soul? The Catechism of the Catholic Church states, “The beauty of images moves me [us] to contemplation…” (1162) So what is contemplation? “Contemplation is a gaze of faith, fixed on Jesus, ‘I look at him and he… [Read More]

Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez • Published June 19, 2016

The Divine Mercy Image: A Heavenly Sign

Published April 1, 2016 • Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez Filed Under: Column, Faith

Throughout history, Christians have always had a heavenly sign to lead them. Seventeen hundred years ago, the Emperor Constantine’s insignia was the Sign of the Cross from a heavenly sign in the sky, which put a stop to the persecution and martyrdom of Christians. Five hundred years ago the heavenly sign was the image of… [Read More]

Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez • Published April 1, 2016

First Saturday Devotion of Reparation to Our Lady

Published December 31, 2015 • Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez Filed Under: Column

HER CHILDREN ROSE UP, AND CALLED HER BLESSED.” (Proverbs 31:28 Douay Rheims) As we enter the new year 2016 celebrating the Solemnity of Mary Mother of God, I am making a new year’s resolution to complete the Five First Saturday Devotion of Reparation to Our Lady.  I have tried many times in the past and… [Read More]

Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez • Published December 31, 2015

A Jubilee of Mercy by Deed, Word, and Prayer

Published December 7, 2015 • Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez Filed Under: Column, Faith

We are about to embark on one of the most important years of our present lifetime, the Jubilee Year of Mercy.  This year imparts a special grace that cannot be received twice.  These types of years don’t come often in the church’s history except every 25 or 50 years, so we need to take advantage… [Read More]

Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez • Published December 7, 2015

March For Religious Freedom November 22 Part II

Published November 6, 2015 • Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez Filed Under: Column, Events

Saint Relics of Knights of Columbus: Kevin Russell, Vice President of the Greater Austin Area Knights of Columbus and lead organizer, stated that, “It will be one of the greatest days in the history of the Knights of Columbus in the Austin area,” referring to the relics of the six Knights of Columbus saints that… [Read More]

Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez • Published November 6, 2015

March for Religious Freedom November 22 Part I

Published October 19, 2015 • Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez Filed Under: Column, Events

“[T]he most fundamental human freedom [is] that of practicing one’s faith openly, which for human beings is their reason for living.” Saint John Paul II On Sunday, November 22nd, the Solemnity of Christ the King, the Knights of Columbus from the Austin area and around the state of Texas will march for Religious Freedom from… [Read More]

Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez • Published October 19, 2015

Angels & Dragons II

Published September 2, 2015 • Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez Filed Under: Column

What is a Dragon? The Hebrew word “tanniyn” is used to depict a mysterious and vile creature similar to a giant reptile.   “Tanniyn” is found 28 times in the Old Testament, with English translations sometimes referring to it as dragon, sea-monster, serpent, whale, or jackal.  In the New Testament the Book of Revelation uses the… [Read More]

Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez • Published September 2, 2015

Corpus Christi Procession: “Where the Body is, there the eagles will be gathered together” (Part 4)

Published June 1, 2015 • Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez Filed Under: Column, Events

“Where the Body is, there the eagles will be gathered together.” (Lk. 17:37 RSV)  This scripture is also found in Matthew 24:28.  This scripture is taken from the Revised Standard Version Bible which is the bible translation used for the Catechism of the Catholic Church since the New American Bible uses the word “vultures” instead… [Read More]

Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez • Published June 1, 2015

Corpus Christi Procession – “That Your Joy May Be Complete” (Part 3)

Published May 27, 2015 • Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez Filed Under: Column, Events, Faith

The Corpus Christ procession is one of those cosmic events in our lives that recalls the words of Jesus, “That your joy may be complete.” (Jn. 16:24)  In the gospel Zacchaeus climbs a tree to see Jesus in procession (Lk. 19: 1-9) and this encounter fills him with an over abundance of joy.  To keep… [Read More]

Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez • Published May 27, 2015

Corpus Christi Procession – “One Heart and Soul” (Part 2)

Published May 21, 2015 • Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez Filed Under: Column, Faith

The upcoming, June 7, 2015, Corpus Christi procession unites the Austin, English and Spanish communities, as when the early Church was a “Community of believers [that] was of one heart and soul.” (Acts 4:32)   From the very beginning the early Christians were a convergence of a trilingual culture, so public statements were often, “Written in… [Read More]

Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez • Published May 21, 2015

Homily on the Ascension of Our Lord

Published May 17, 2015 • Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez Filed Under: Faith, Local Homilies

This homily was given by Deacon Guadalupe at St Mary’s Cathedral in downtown Austin, TX on the Solemnity of the Ascension of Our Lord in the season of Easter. “When they had gathered together they asked him, “Lord, are you at this time going to restore the kingdom to Israel?” He answered them, “It is… [Read More]

Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez • Published May 17, 2015

Open the Door of Mercy Homily

Published May 13, 2015 • Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez Filed Under: Faith, Local Homilies

This homily was given at St Mary Cathedral in downtown Austin on May 7, 2015 in the 4th Week of Easter. Pope Francis Prayer for the Jubilee of Mercy Lord Jesus Christ, you have taught us to be merciful like the heavenly Father, and have told us that whoever sees you sees Him. Show us… [Read More]

Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez • Published May 13, 2015

Corpus Christi Procession – “That They May All Be One” (Part 1)

Published May 9, 2015 • Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez Filed Under: Column, Events, Faith

The Corpus Christi Procession in Austin, Texas, is a very special one. This year, two communities are coming together to praise and adore the Lamb of God on the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ.  For the first time in Central Texas history, the English and Spanish Corpus Christi Processions will… [Read More]

Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez • Published May 9, 2015

Homily on the Works of Mercy

Published May 4, 2015 • Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez Filed Under: Faith, Local Homilies

This homliy was given at St Mary Cathedral in downtown Austin, TX on April 30, 2015 in the fourth week of Easter Jesus in the priest and in the deacon as servant. Homily based on the Gospel of John 13:16-20 The Corporal Works of Mercy Feed the hungry Give drink to the thirsty Clothe the… [Read More]

Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez • Published May 4, 2015

Pope Francis’ Holy Year of Mercy Message

Published April 17, 2015 • Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez Filed Under: Faith, Local Homilies

Pope Francis released the Papal Bull of Indiction of the Year of Extraordinary Jubilee of Mercy titled Misericordiae Vultus on Saturday April 11, 2015. This homily was given by Deacon Guadalupe at St Mary Cathedral in downtown Austin, TX.  

Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez • Published April 17, 2015

Divine Mercy Homily

Published April 10, 2015 • Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez Filed Under: Faith, Local Homilies

The second Sunday of Easter is celebrated as Divine Mercy Sunday. This homily was given by Deacon Guadalupe at St Mary Cathedral in downtown Austin, TX in the Octave of Easter. Divine Mercy Image Prayers from the Chaplet of Divine Mercy Optional Opening Prayers You expired, Jesus, but the source of life gushed forth for… [Read More]

Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez • Published April 10, 2015

Finding Jesus at a Street Retreat

Published March 30, 2015 • Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez Filed Under: Social Justice

In early December, thirty men in the diaconal formation program from the Diocese of Austin went on a three day street retreat based on the scripture “He commanded them that they should take nothing for their journey, except a staff only: no bread, no wallet, no money in their purse” (Mark 6:8).   The men were… [Read More]

Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez • Published March 30, 2015

The Fatherhood of Saint Joseph

Published March 19, 2015 • Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez Filed Under: Faith

This homily was given at St Mary’s Cathedral in downtown Austin, TX for the Solemnity of Saint Joseph, husband of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Read the daily readings for this solemnity at USCCB’s daily readings page. Main Points of the Homily for the Feast of Saint Joseph Entrustment to the fatherhood of Saint Joseph Saint Joseph –… [Read More]

Written by Deacon Guadalupe Rodriguez • Published March 19, 2015

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