This is a live recording of a homily that Fr. Eric gave on Jan. 4, 2026 at St. James in Colgan, Ontario. Fr. Eric reflects on the gifts of gold, frankincense and myrrh given by the Magi to the Christ child (Mt 2:1-12).   As a key example, Fr. Eric reflects on the animated film "The Lion King" (1994) in speaking about how we are called forth to mission because of our relationship to Christ the King.   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 animated film "The Lion King" (1994) in speaking about how we are called forth to mission because of our relationship to Christ the King. This is a clip from a homily that Fr. Eric gave during the weekend of Jan. 3/4, 2026 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.

On the Solemnity of Mary Mother God, Fr. Eric reflects on the story of the shepherds telling the Holy Family about the angels in the field (Lk 2:16-21) in speaking about what it means to keep and ponder in imitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary. This is a live recording of a homily that Fr. Eric gave on Jan. 1, 2026 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.

On the Feast of the Holy Family, Fr. Eric reflects upon St. Paul's advice as to what it looks like to be a holy community of faith (Col 3:12-21). This is a live recording of a homily that Fr. Eric gave on Dec. 28, 2025 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 upon a crucial conversation with his spiritual director about personal weakness in the context of Divine Providence. This is a clip from a homily that Fr. Eric gave on Dec. 28, 2025 at St. James in Colgan, Ontario on the Feast of the Holy Family. 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 Dec. 25, 2025 on the Nativity of Our Lord at St. James in Colgan, Ontario. Fr. Eric reflects on the Christmas film "The Santa Clause" (1994) starring Tim Allen. 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 Dec. 25, 2025 on the Nativity of Our Lord at St. James in Colgan, Ontario. Fr. Eric gives an extended reflection on the Christmas film "The Santa Clause" (1994) starring Tim Allen. Major spoilers. Watch Catholic Latte on YouTube and Facebook. An audio version of the podcast is available also on Spotify, iTunes and Podbean.

On the Fourth Sunday of Advent, Fr. Eric reflects on the figure of St. Joseph in speaking about how he wanted initially to send Mary away in the aftermath of hearing about Jesus' miraculous birth (Mt 1:18-24). This is a live recording of a homily that Fr. Eric gave on Dec. 21, 2025 at St. James in Colgan, Ontario. Watch Catholic Latte on YouTube and Facebook. An audio version of the podcast is available also on iTunes, Spotify and Podbean.

On the Third Sunday of Advent, Fr. Eric reflects on the story of John the Baptist in prison and Jesus' response, which reveals Himself to be both the Messiah and God (Mt 11:2-11). This is a live recording of a homily that Fr. Eric gave on Dec. 14, 2025 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.

On the Second Sunday of Advent, Fr. Eric reflects upon the symbolism behind the Advent wreath in terms of how it helps to frame our preparation during the season of Advent. As part of the reflection, Fr. Eric references a famous Gospel story involving John the Baptist (Mt 3:1-12). Fr. Eric was away from the parish during the First Sunday of Advent due to a personal matter. Watch Catholic Latte on YouTube and Facebook. An audio version of the podcast is available also on Spotify, iTunes and Podbean.

Reflecting on Luke 23:35-43, Fr. Eric speaks about the Christian perspective on power. This is a live recording of a homily that Fr. Eric gave on Nov. 23, 2025 at St. James in Colgan, Ontario on the Solemnity of Christ the King. As a key example, Fr. Eric cites the film "Spider-Man: No Way Home" (2021). 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 upon a famous passage in the Gospel (Lk 21:5-19) where the Lord invites His disciples not to prepare their defence in advance in speaking about how to approach the work of evangelization. Watch Catholic Latte on YouTube and Facebook. An audio version of the podcast is available also on Spotify, iTunes and Podbean.

On the Feast of the Dedication of the Lateran Basilica, Fr. Eric reflects upon the Gospel story of Jesus overturning the tables of the money changers on the occasion of the Passover (Jn 2:13-22). This is a homily that Fr. Eric gave on Nov. 9, 2025 at St. James in Colgan, Ontario. As a key example, Fr. Eric reflects on the song "The Fate of Ophelia" by Taylor Swift. 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 film "Spider-Man: No Way Home" (2021) in speaking about what it means to exercise power with responsibility. Major spoilers. This is a clip from a homily that Fr. Eric gave on Nov. 23, 2025 at St. James in Colgan, ON on the Solemnity of Christ the King.   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 All Souls Day and All Saints Day. This is a live recording of a homily that Fr. Eric gave on Nov. 2, 2025 at St. James in Colgan, Ontario. As a key example, Fr. Eric refers to a film called "Secretariat" (2010) starring Diane Lane. 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 upon the film "Secretariat" (2010) starring Diane Lane in speaking about the need to allow the Holy Spirit to reign in our hearts. Major spoilers. This is a clip from a homily that Fr. Eric gave on All Souls Day at St. James Parish in Colgan, Ontario on November 2, 2025. 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 Parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector (Lk 18:9-14) in speaking about spiritual pride. This is a live recording of a homily that Fr. Eric gave on Oct. 26, 2025. As a key example, Fr. Eric refers to a documentary about the comedian John Candy called "I Like Me" (2025). Minor 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 the song "The Fate of Ophelia" by Taylor Swift. This is a clip from a homily that Fr. Eric gave on Nov. 9, 2025 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 upon the Parable of the Persistent Widow (Lk 18:1-8) in speaking about how we are invited to pray specifically to God to strengthen our faith in the midst of our personal trials. This is a homily that Fr. Eric gave at the 5:30 pm Mass on Oct. 18, 2025 at St. James in Colgan, Ontario. As a key example, Fr. Eric refers to a moment of discernment with regards to his mother's declining health. Watch Catholic Latte on YouTube and Facebook. An audio version is available also on Spotify, iTunes and Podbean.

Fr. Eric reflects upon an important moment of discernment in light of his mother's declining health. This is an extended version of this reflection based on the homily that Fr. Eric gave at the 5:30 pm Mass on Oct. 18, 2025 at St. James in Colgan, Ontario, as opposed to the three-minute video that was based on an abbreviated clip from the 10 am Mass on Oct. 19, 2025.   Watch Catholic Latte on YouTube and Facebook. An audio version of the podcast is available also on Spotify, iTunes and Podbean.