During the First Sunday of Advent, Fr. Eric reflects upon how the structure of the liturgical seasons of Advent and Christmas can inform us as to how to conduct ourselves during the first week of Advent. Watch Catholic Latte on YouTube and Facebook. An audio version of the podcast is available also on Spotify, iTunes and Podbean.

This is a live recording of a homily that Fr. Eric gave on Nov. 23, 2024 at St. James in Colgan, Ontario. Fr. Eric reflects on the need to revisit our priorities both individually and collectively in speaking about the origins of the Solemnity of Christ the King, particularly in reference to the papal encyclical, Quas Primas (Latin for "in the first"), by Pope Pius XI, which was published on December 11, 1925. Here is a link to the encyclical on the Vatican website:...

Fr. Eric reflects on some of his favourite scenes from the movie "The Wild Robot" (2024) starring Lupita Nyong'o, Kit Connor and Pedro Pascal to explain why he thinks it's one of the best animated films of all time. Major spoilers. Watch Catholic Latte on YouTube and Facebook. An audio version of the podcast is available on Spotify, iTunes and Podbean.

Fr. Eric reflects on the example of his dear friend Fr. Craig Cameron from the Archdiocese of Halifax-Yarmouth. Watch Catholic Latte on YouTube and Facebook. An audio version of the podcast is available also on Spotify, iTunes and Podbean.

Fr. Eric speaks about how Todd Bertuzzi became a great hockey player for the Vancouver Canucks. This is a clip from a live recording of a homily that Fr. Eric gave on Nov. 16, 2024 at St. James in Colgan, Ontario. Watch Catholic Latte on YouTube and Facebook. An audio version of the podcast is available also on Spotify, iTunes and Podbean.

Fr. Eric reflects on the need to revisit our priorities both individually and collectively in speaking about the origins of the Solemnity of Christ the King, particularly in reference to the papal encyclical, Quas Primas (Latin for "in the first"), by Pope Pius XI, which was published on December 11, 1925. Here is a link to the encyclical on the Vatican website: https://www.vatican.va/content/pius-xi/en/encyclicals/documents/hf_p-xi_enc_11121925_quas-primas.html. Watch Catholic Latte on...

This is a live recording of a homily that Fr. Eric gave on Nov. 16, 2024 at St. James in Colgan, Ontario. Fr. Eric reflects on Jesus' own words about the end times (Mk 13:24-32) in speaking about how we might prepare ourselves for the end of the world and the Final Judgment. As a key example, Fr. Eric refers to a science-fiction film called "Looper" (2012) starring Bruce Willis and Emily Blunt. Major spoilers. Watch Catholic Latte on YouTube and Facebook. An audio version of the podcast is...

Fr. Eric reflects on the science-fiction film "Looper" (2012) starring Bruce Willis and Emily Blunt. Major spoilers. Watch Catholic Latte on YouTube and Facebook. An audio version of the podcast is available also on Spotify, iTunes and Podbean.

Fr. Eric reflects on Jesus' own words about the end times (Mk 13:24-32) in speaking about how we might prepare ourselves for the end of the world and the Final Judgment. As a key example, Fr. Eric refers to a science-fiction film called "Looper" (2012) starring Bruce Willis and Emily Blunt. Major spoilers. Watch Catholic Latte on YouTube and Facebook. An audio version of the podcast is available also on Spotify, iTunes and Podbean.

This is a live recording of a homily that Fr. Eric gave on Nov. 10, 2024 at St. James in Colgan, Ontario. Fr. Eric speaks about principles of discerning one's vocation. Watch Catholic Latte on YouTube and Facebook. An audio version of the podcast is available also on Spotify, iTunes and Podbean.

This is a clip from a homily that Fr. Eric gave on Nov. 10, 2024 at St. James in Colgan, Ontario. Fr. Eric reflects upon the final conversation he had with his father before his death. Watch Catholic Latte on YouTube and Facebook. An audio version of the podcast is available also on Spotify, iTunes and Podbean.

Fr. Eric speaks about principles of discerning one's vocation. Watch Catholic Latte on YouTube and Facebook. An audio version of the podcast is available also on Spotify, iTunes and Podbean.

Fr. Eric reflects upon the final conversation he had with his father before his death. Watch Catholic Latte on YouTube and Facebook. An audio version of the podcast is available also on Spotify, iTunes and Podbean.

This is a live recording of a homily that Fr. Eric gave on Nov. 2, 2024 at St. James in Colgan, Ontario. Fr. Eric reflects on the idea of sharing in the divine life offered to us through Christ by reflecting on His example and making choices to collaborate with the work of the Holy Spirit. As a key example, Fr. Eric speaks at length about the animated film "The Wild Robot." Major spoilers. Watch Catholic Latte on YouTube and Facebook. An audio version of the podcast is available also on...

Fr. Eric reflects on the idea of sharing in the divine life offered to us through Christ by reflecting on His example and making choices to collaborate with the work of the Holy Spirit. As a key example, Fr. Eric speaks at length about the animated film "The Wild Robot." Major spoilers. Watch Catholic Latte on YouTube and Facebook. An audio version of the podcast is available also on Spotify, iTunes and Podbean.

Fr. Eric does an extended reflection on the animated film "The Wild Robot" (2024) starring Lupita Nyong'o, Kit Connor and Pedro Pascal. Major spoilers. Watch Catholic Latte on YouTube and Facebook. An audio version of the podcast is available on Spotify, iTunes and Podbean.

This is a live recording of a homily that Fr. Eric gave on Oct. 27, 2024 at St. James in Colgan, Ontario. Fr. Eric reflects upon various tips to journey with other people in life. Watch Catholic Latte on YouTube and Facebook. An audio version of the podcast is available also on Spotify, iTunes and Podbean.

Fr. Eric reflects upon a speech given by Chadwick Boseman to honor Denzel Washington as the 2019 American Film Institute Lifetime Achievement Award recipient in speaking about the power of believing in other people. Watch Catholic Latte on YouTube and Facebook. An audio version of the podcast is available also on Spotify, iTunes and Podbean.

Fr. Eric reflects upon various tips to journey with other people in life. Watch Catholic Latte on YouTube and Facebook. An audio version of the podcast is available also on Spotify, iTunes and Podbean.

On Oct. 23, 2024, Fr. Eric gave a talk on the Rosary and its many miracles at Our Lady Queen of the World Parish in Richmond Hill, Ontario. This talk was set up for young adults in the Archdiocese of Toronto and hosted by Spiritus Ministry. Watch Catholic Latte on YouTube and Facebook. An audio version of the podcast is available also on Spotify, iTunes and Podbean.

This is a live recording of a homily that Fr. Eric gave on Oct. 20, 2024 at St. James in Colgan, Ontario. Reflecting on Jesus' words in speaking about a rightful use of authority (Mk 10:35-45), Fr. Eric gives practical advice for persons in positions of authority, especially for parents in relation to their growing children. Watch Catholic Latte on YouTube and Facebook. An audio version of the podcast is available also on Spotify, iTunes and Podbean.

Reflecting on Jesus' words in speaking about a rightful use of authority (Mk 10:35-45), Fr. Eric gives practical advice for persons in positions of authority, especially for parents in relation to their growing children. Watch Catholic Latte on YouTube and Facebook. An audio version of the podcast is available also on Spotify, iTunes and Podbean.

This is a live recording of a homily that Fr. Eric gave on Oct. 13, 2024 at St. James in Colgan, Ontario. Fr. Eric reflects on the Gospel story of the rich young man (Mk 10:17-31) in speaking the search for the fullness of life in the midst of religious practice and a commitment to being a good citizen. Watch Catholic Latte on YouTube and Facebook. An audio version of the podcast is available also on Spotify, iTunes and Podbean.

Fr. Eric offers a prayer for detachment. This is a clip from a live recording of a homily that Fr. Eric gave on Oct. 13, 2024 at St. James in Colgan, Ontario. Watch Catholic Latte on YouTube and Facebook. An audio version of the podcast is available also on Spotify, iTunes and Podbean.