Catholic Latte

Episodes

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  Doing the Dishes #thebreakup 09.11.2026 2m

  Fr. Eric reflects upon a scene from a film called "The Break-Up" (2006) starring Jennifer Aniston and Vince Vaughn involving the washing of dishes. Minor spoilers. This is a clip from a homily that Fr. Eric gave on Nov. 8, 2026 at Holy Family Parish in Whitby, Ontario on the Parable of the Ten Virgins (Mt 25:1-13). Watch Catholic Latte on YouTube and Facebook. An audio version of the podcast is available also on Spotify, iTunes and Podbean.
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  S08 Ep. 44 – Grace in the Pain 01.11.2026 12m

  Reflecting on the Beatitudes (Mt 5:1-12), Fr. Eric speaks about how God works out our salvation and the salvation of the world in the midst of that which is difficult. This is a live recording of a homily that Fr. Eric gave on the Solemnity of All Saints during the weekend of Oct. 31/Nov. 1, 2026 at Holy Family in Whitby, Ontario. Watch Catholic Latte on YouTube and Facebook. An audio version of the podcast is available also on Spotify, iTunes and Podbean.
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  S08 Ep. 43 – Friends in Christ 26.10.2026 13m

  Reflecting on the Lord's discussion about the greatest commandment (Mt 22:34-40), Fr. Eric speaks about loving God and loving our neighbor as ourselves. This is a live recording of a homily that Fr. Eric gave during the weekend of Oct. 24/25, 2026 at Holy Family in Whitby, Ontario. Watch Catholic Latte on YouTube and Facebook. An audio version of the podcast is available also on Spotify, iTunes and Podbean.
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  S08 Ep. 42 – Being Human 21.10.2026 10m

  This is a live recording of a homily that Fr. Eric did on Oct. 17, 2026 at Holy Family in Whitby, Ontario for the wedding of Chris Kanemy and Melissa Morair. As a key example, Fr. Eric refers to a film called "A Man Called Otto" (2022) starring Tom Hanks. Major spoilers. Watch Catholic Latte on YouTube and Facebook. An audio version of the podcast is available also Spotify, iTunes and Podbean.
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  S08 Ep. 41 – Pure of Heart 19.10.2026 15m

  Reflecting on the Gospel story about Jesus being asked about taxes (Mt 22:15-21), Fr. Eric speaks about the role of the Church in the world, and the significance of being made in the image of God.  This is a live recording of a homily that Fr. Eric gave during the weekend of Oct. 17/18, 2026 at Holy Family in Whitby, Ontario. Watch Catholic Latte on YouTube and Facebook. An audio version of the podcast is available also on Spotify, iTunes and Podbean.
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  S08 Ep. 40 – Inner Silence 12.10.2026 11m

  Reflecting on the Parable of the Wedding Feast (Mt 22:1-10), Fr. Eric speaks about the need to recover a sense of gratuity and giftedness in receiving the fullness of salvation offered to us in Christ. This is a live recording of a homily that Fr. Eric gave at Holy Family in Whitby, Ontario during the weekend of Oct. 10/11, 2026. As a key example, Fr. Eric refers to a commentary by St. Faustina Kowalska on the subject of silence, especially in the context of prayer. Watch Catholic Latte on YouTube and Facebook. An audio version of the podcast is available also on Spotify, iTunes and Podbean.
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  Quenching the Thirst #chroniclesofnarnia 07.10.2026 2m

  Fr. Eric reflects upon a scene from a book from the Chronicles of Narnia series by C.S. Lewis called "The Silver Chair" (1953) in speaking about quenching the thirst of our deep desires. Spoilers. This is a clip from a homily that Fr. Eric gave on Oct. 3, 2026 at Holy Family in Whitby, Ontario reflecting on the Parable of the Wicked Tenants (Mt 21:33-43). Watch Catholic Latte on YouTube and Facebook. An audio version of the podcast is available also on Spotify, iTunes and Podbean.
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  S08 Ep. 39 – Primacy of God 05.10.2026 16m

  Reflecting on the Parable of the Wicked Tenants (Mt 21:33-43), Fr. Eric speaks about how it is possible to be enamoured with religious practice while failing to put God first in our lives. This is a live recording of a homily that Fr. Eric gave during the weekend of Oct. 3/4, 2026 at Holy Family Parish in Whitby, Ontario. Watch Catholic Latte on YouTube and Facebook. An audio version of the podcast is available also on Spotify, iTunes and Podbean.
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  S08 Ep. 38 – Into the Vineyard 28.09.2026 17m

  Reflecting on the Parable of the Two Sons (Mt 21:28-32), Fr. Eric speaks about the invitation to go forth to bring the world back to God. This is a live recording of a homily that Fr. Eric gave during the weekend of Sept. 26/27, 2026 at Holy Family in Whitby, Ontario. Watch Catholic Latte on YouTube and Facebook. An audio version of the podcast is available also on Spotify, iTunes and Podbean.
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  S08 Ep. 37 – Freely Received 21.09.2026 15m

  Reflecting on the Parable of the Workers in the Vineyard (Mt 20:1-16), Fr. Eric speaks about the gratuity of God's love and mercy, and the gift of salvation. This is a live recording of a homily that Fr. Eric gave on Sept. 20, 2026 at Holy Family in Whitby, Ontario. As a key example, Fr. Eric refers to a film called "Spider-Man: Brand New Day" (2026) starring Tom Holland, Zendaya and Marisa Tomei. Major spoilers. Watch Catholic Latte on YouTube and Facebook. An audio version of the podcast is available also on Spotify, iTunes and Podbean.
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  Love vs. Admiration #spidermanbrandnewday 20.09.2026 2m

  Fr. Eric reflects on the film "Spider-Man: Brand New Day" (2026) starring Tom Holland and Marisa Tomei in speaking about the distinction between love and admiration. Major spoilers. This is a clip from a homily that Fr. Eric gave on Sept. 20, 2026 at Holy Family in Whitby, Ontario reflecting on the Parable of the Workers in the Vineyard (Mt 20:1-16). Watch Catholic Latte on YouTube and Facebook. An audio version of the podcast is available also on Spotify, iTunes and Podbean.
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  Effort to Reconcile #thechosen 16.09.2026 2m

  Fr. Eric reflects on a clip in the TV show "The Chosen" (2017-2026) focusing on how a moment of reconciliation between Peter and Matthew inspires the other disciples. Spoiler alert. This is a clip from a homily that Fr. Eric gave during the weekend of Sept. 5/6, 2026 at Holy Family Parish in Whitby, Ontario where Fr. Eric speaks about fraternal correction in the context of Mt 18:15-20. Watch Catholic Latte on YouTube and Facebook. An audio version of the podcast is available also on Spotify, iTunes and Podbean.
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  Moment of Encounter #thechosen 15.09.2026 1m

  Fr. Eric reflects on a clip in the TV show "The Chosen" (2017-2026) where Peter forgives Matthew for a prior incident. Spoiler alert. This is a clip from a homily that Fr. Eric gave during the weekend of Sept. 5/6, 2026 at Holy Family Parish in Whitby, Ontario where Fr. Eric speaks about fraternal correction in the context of Mt 18:15-20. Watch Catholic Latte on YouTube and Facebook. An audio version of the podcast is available also on Spotify, iTunes and Podbean.
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  S08 Ep. 36 – Forgive Others 14.09.2026 16m

  Reflecting on the Parable of the Unforgiving Servant (Mt 18:21-35), Fr. Eric speaks about the subject of forgiveness. This is a live recording of a homily that Fr. Eric gave during the weekend of Sept. 12/13 at Holy Family in Whitby, Ontario. Watch Catholic Latte on YouTube and Facebook. An audio version of the podcast is available also on Spotify, iTunes and Podbean.
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  Resolving to Own It #thechosen 07.09.2026 2m

  Fr. Eric reflects on a clip in the TV show "The Chosen" (2017-2026) focusing on a dispute between Matthew and Peter. Spoiler alert. This is a clip from a homily that Fr. Eric gave during the weekend of Sept. 5/6, 2026 at Holy Family Parish in Whitby, Ontario where Fr. Eric speaks about fraternal correction in the context of Mt 18:15-20. Watch Catholic Latte on YouTube and Facebook. An audio version of the podcast is available also on Spotify, iTunes and Podbean.
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  S08 Ep. 35 – Hurt by Others 07.09.2026 22m

  Reflecting on Matthew 18:15-20, Fr. Eric speaks about fraternal correction; and in particular, what the Lord says we must do when we are hurt or otherwise wronged by another person in the context of a communal setting. As a key example, Fr. Eric refers to a clip in the TV show "The Chosen" (2017-2026) focusing on a dispute between Matthew and Peter. Spoiler alert. This is a live recording of a homily that Fr. Eric gave during the weekend of Sept. 5/6, 2026 at Holy Family Parish in Whitby, Ontario. Watch Catholic Latte on YouTube and Facebook. An audio version of the podcast is available also on Spotify, iTunes and Podbean.
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  S08 Ep. 34 – The Path of Becoming 03.09.2026 33m

  On Oct. 24, 2025, Fr. Eric gave a talk to a group of young adults entitled "The Path of Becoming" at St. Francis Xavier in Tottenham, Ontario reflecting mainly on the biographical film "I Like Me" (2025) focusing on John Candy. Major spoilers.   Fr. Eric also refers to a film called "Secretariat" (2010) starring Diane Lane. This event was hosted by Spiritus North of the Office of Catholic Youth in the Archdiocese of Toronto. This is an audio recording of Fr. Eric's talk. Watch Catholic Latte on YouTube and Facebook. An audio version of the podcast is available also on Spotify, iTunes and Podbean.
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  Being Yourself #shortclips 01.09.2026 2m

  This is a clip from a homily that Fr. Eric gave on Aug. 16, 2026 at Holy Family Parish in Whitby, Ontario. Fr. Eric reflects upon the story of the Canaanite woman who begs Jesus to heal her daughter (Mt 15:21-28) where Jesus responds by referencing the image of a dog. Watch Catholic Latte on YouTube and Facebook. An audio version of the podcast is available also on Spotify, iTunes and Podbean.
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  S08 Ep. 33 – Jesus and Puppies 31.08.2026 13m

  Fr. Eric reflects upon the story of the Canaanite woman who begs Jesus to heal her daughter (Mt 15:21-28) where Jesus responds by referencing the image of a dog. This is a live recording of a homily that Fr. Eric gave on Aug. 16, 2026 at Holy Family Parish in Whitby, Ontario. Watch Catholic Latte on YouTube and Facebook. An audio version of the podcast is available also on Spotify, iTunes and Podbean.
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  S08 Ep. 32 – Lonely and Stressed 09.08.2026 14m

  Reflecting on 1 Kings 19:9-13, Fr. Eric speaks about how we might work through situations where we're feeling isolated, stressed and overwhelmed. This is a live recording of a homily that Fr. Eric gave on August 9, 2026 at Holy Family Parish in Whitby, Ontario. Watch Catholic Latte on YouTube and Facebook. An audio version of the podcast is available also on Spotify, iTunes and Podbean.