The Voice of My Faith
Spreading the message of Jesus should have no limitations. We go to Mass and read our Bibles. We pray and share our good fortunate with those who have less. In order to keep up our spiritual strength, we need to be able to refuel.
"The Voice of My Faith" is a visual and audio tanking station to bring you food for thought. It is here where you will find new (and sometimes used) homilies brought to you by Fr. Kurt and Fr. Urs.
We hope that you will find enrichment in the words and ideas that they bring.
2023
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Thanking the Faithful
24th of SeptemberHello Friends, It is not easy for me, to stand in front of the congregation, at this moment, as a representative of the Roman Catholic Church and preach. However, I do because I am a member of the Roman Catholic Church, a Christian Community, which I love, but at times... -
Addressing a Change in Our Behavior
10th of SeptemberDear Brothers and Sisters, I would like start my homily for the 23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time with a very deep yet simple question: as individuals and as a community, what do we need in order to develop and progress? Do we even need development in areas like culture, economy... -
Who Do People Say I Am?
5th of SeptemberIf you recall last Sunday's Gospel reading (Matthew 16:13-20), you heard Jesus ask his friends, "Who do people say that the Son of Man is?" They responded with various answers: John the Baptist, Elijah, Jeremiah, or one of the prophets. Then Jesus asked them, "But who do you say that... -
Come To Me - I Will Give You Rest
9th of JulyThe words in today’s Gospel (Matthew 11:25-30) have a special meaning for schoolchildren and their parents, for families, and adults. This weekend marks the official start of the summer holidays. The anticipation that is felt at the beginning of this wonderful time of year is filled with joy and it... -
Whoever Does Not Take Up His Cross
2nd of JulyDear sisters and brothers, I struggled a bit in order to find an insightful and meaningful approach to our Gospel Reading (Mt. 10:37-42). Jesus’ words on discipleship are extreme, provocative and even shocking. They leave little room for interpretation and compromise. "Whoever loves father or mother more than me is... -
Do You Believe in God?
29th of JuneThis is a somewhat delicate question. It can evoke an awkward silence and a certain uncertainty. It’s a question that has the power to strike a nerve and touch the core of who we are as human beings. How we answer, can reveal the nature of our true spirit and... -
God Is With Us
11th of JuneCrisis is defined as “a condition of instability or danger, as in social, economic, political, or international affairs, leading to a decisive change.” A crisis can be like a stretch of time that is desolate and empty, when times become difficult. We have all experienced them in life. It can... -
I Love, Therefore I Am
4th of JuneDear Friends Today, we celebrate the complicated mysterious statement from God. We celebrate The Most Holy Trinity of God. We celebrate God in One. That sounds quite nice, however mathematically, it is quite a big challenge for us. Math Lesson I assume that in Mathematics you learned that the sum... -
Crossing The River
14th of May“If you want to cross the river, you must be willing to leave the shore”. We can find much wisdom, courage, and strength in these words: “If you want to cross the river, you must be willing to leave the shore.” In this quote lies the image of the river... -
Living Stones
7th of MayDear Friends Hiking is a great way to relax. The sight of the rugged mountain ranges never fail to amaze me. Each individual mountain has a different shape and contour. Every mountain is unique, and yet together they all form a single massif, one unit. Motionless and rigid, they stand... -
The Honest Shepherd
30th of AprilGood evening brothers and sisters, Can we trust the news which we read and hear to be real and true? How should we deal with the fast developing, self-created artificial intelligence? Who should we trust? Is Jesus the Good Shepherd or is he a wolf in sheep's clothing? Is God... -
The Power of Fear
12th of AprilDear Sisters and Brothers in Christ Jesus, the Crucified, the Risen One. The central focus of this greeting is addressed to what and to whom we celebrate today: Easter. Jesus Christ is the way, the truth and the life – yesterday, today and for all eternity. Today, in His resurrection, we... -
Our Reconciliation Journey
26th of MarchThis past week, (March 20-26) students from both our German speaking and English-speaking communities embarked on a journey of Reconciliation. Reconciliation requires a certain amount of exercise. We can only reconcile when we become aware of the guilt (or wrong doings) we have towards another.These children examined and reflected on... -
The Key To Happiness
26th of MarchPeople have always been searching for the key to happiness in life. Countless numbers of non-fiction books discuss the various factors which are responsible for experiencing happiness, such as good health, authentic relationships, a positive attitude towards the future, satisfying work, self-affirmation, personal freedom, physical activity, the ability to enjoy... -
Transforming Together
6th of MarchSwitzerland is a nation of hikers, we like to hike and go for long walks. Recently, I was on the Weisshorn in Arosa, which is over 2,653 meters above sea level. With skis on my feet, I was enjoying the view. My attention was seized by the beauty of the... -
Resist Temptation
26th of FebruaryEvery year at the beginning of Lent, we hear the story of The Temptation of Jesus (Mt. 4:1-11). It is worthwhile to consider these three basic temptations. The devil starts with a deliberate provocation: "If you are the Son of God..." This is a blatant attack on the self-understanding of Jesus... -
Competition Stimulates Business
12th of February"Competition stimulates business!" This saying has great significance in today’s society which is filled with consumption and a sort of predatory competition. If someone has a competitor, they have to strive and consciously focus on their own strengths. Competition can be an incentive to grow and mature. Growing and Maturing Dear Christian... -
Becoming Light-Filled People
6th of FebruaryHave you ever had the experience that it gets brighter, warmer and more pleasant when certain people are around, when they approach the sick bed or simply call? A kind of soothing, something invisible, emanates from such people. Have you ever tried to compliment such a person for their radiance... -
TOGETHER: Powerful and Authentic
22nd of JanuaryOn the 3rd Sunday in Ordinary Time, we hear excerpts from the pastoral letter of our Bishop, Felix Gmür of Basel. His letter is titled TOGETHER: powerful and authentic. / Gemeinsam kraftvoll und glaubwürdig. I ask you to carefully pay attention to his words and take them to heart. They... -
Blessing and Being Blessed
1st of JanuaryDear Sisters and Brothers I would like to focus my thoughts today on the most beautiful mission given to all of God's children. In our First Reading, (Numbers 6:22-27) we heard from the Book of Numbers how the sons of Aaron, the priests at the sanctuary, are commissioned by God to...
2022
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Purpose of God with Humankind
27th of DecemberHappy Christmas! Many teachers know that one of the most effective ways to teach a new concept or skill is to give students opportunities to practice using the concept or performing the skills. Of course, there are things that can be learned by reading, listening and observing. However, there are other... -
Gaudete in domino semper!
13th of DecemberGaudete Sunday The 3rd Sunday of Advent is dedicated to John the Baptist. His personality, his perseverance and convictions do not go unnoticed by the powerful of his time. John messed around with King Herod and they threw him in prison. Placed in the cold of a prison cell, John... -
From Dawn to Daylight
7th of DecemberThis morning, Good Shepherd celebrated its first Rorate Candlelight Mass at 6:30. The text from Matthew (Mt. 4,18-22) is one of the most loved of all Gospel passages. Jesus says... “Take my yoke upon you”. A yoke is a curved piece of wood that ties and links, two “draft” animals... -
Advent Says
27th of NovemberDear Sisters and Brothers We are all familiar with them - the countless number of Christmas markets in the villages and towns, which somehow call out to help get people in the mood for something. Yesterday afternoon, I went over to our neighbouring Parish, Saint John’s where a huge Advent...
2021
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The Power To Lead
23rd of JanuaryRepent – a word that makes many people uncomfortable. From the story of Jonah to John the Baptist to Jesus and then St. Paul, repent seems to activate hidden feelings of guilt, casting out Satan and a variety of sins and evil. Dear Brothers and Sisters If you stand guilty... -
God's Selfie
8th of January“Understanding Today’s Catholic Parish”, “Catholicism for Dummies”, “What is the Point of being a Christian” These are books that try to help people understand some of the basics of our faith. They have the answers to many questions, but there’s always a part of me that does not want to...
2020
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Technical Support - Christmas 2020
26th of DecemberThere are two great mysteries of human existence: life and death. At the end of the 20th century, another great mystery started to appear: computers and modern technology. Aside from know how to start it up or shut it down, I don’t know much about computers or any other fancy... -
Deflate and Repent
6th of DecemberOne summer we decided to drive to Paris. Because I have a large family, we rented an SUV. As we got to the garage of our apartment I saw the black and yellow sign saying “maximum 1.8 meters”. I had to wonder if my car would make it or if... -
Suddenly
27th of NovemberEarly in my ministry, I used to make regular visits to the hospital.Today, because of the laws surrounding privacy, I’m no longer allowed to visit a patient spontaneously. The patient has to ask for me. When I am asked, I visit people and offer them Communion and prayers or just... -
Living God's Gift
31st of OctoberJesus had the incredible ability to grab people’s attention and make them aware of something they hadn’t seen before. His ministry was about opening the hearts and minds of people yet he was often met by people who held onto things they weren't ready to let go of. They believed... -
Either - Or
16th of OctoberWe are often divided over what belongs to whom. Nations fight over borders, divorcing parents fight over the children, families fight over inheritance, kids fight over toys. And when two groups of people come together and plot against another, they can cause harm and even destroy lives. That’s what appears... -
The Art of Forgiving
30th of SeptemberAccording to the rabbinical tradition, forgiveness allows for three offences and the fourth offence calls for action, usually punishment. In our everyday life, how many of us are even that generous? Dear Friends The Gospel for the 24th Sunday in Ordinary Time opened with one of Peter’s straightforward questions: He... -
What I learned in Kindergarten
4th of SeptemberI live right here, next door to the Church. My apartment is surrounded by wonderful trees and vegetation – it’s a small oasis in the middle of a very busy neighborhood in Zug. The Baarerstrasse, the main street out there is very busy with both pedestrians and cars. But for... -
Getting The Point
7th of AugustOne of Jesus’ most famous miracles was The Walking on the Water. I once saw a cartoon showing Jesus standing on the water greeting Peter who is wearing a life preserver. The caption read: “Sometimes we just miss the point”. Jesus had taken one look at Peter and buried his... -
The Kingdom of Heaven
16th of JulyJesus never said things or did things exactly the way his listeners thought he should. Jesus compared the Kingdom of heaven to things we don’t expect. In our Gospel, Jesus uses parables to explain to his listeners that the Kingdom you search for is not at all what you think... -
The Super Hero's Fight
16th of JulyAs a young boy growing up in the 1960’s I loved reading comic books. Over ten years ago, some of my favorite comics came to incredible life on the big screen. These movies have been extremely popular and box office hits all over the world. Batman, Superman, Captain American, The... -
The Holy Trinity
5th of JuneEach time we make the sign of the cross, we say: “In the name of the Father, and the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.” We invoke the mystery of the most Holy Trinity: the Father is God, the Son is God, and the Holy Spirit is God. This, my... -
Pentecost
31st of MayWhen I was a little boy, we used to have a lot of fun collecting May Bugs (sometimes called doodle bugs). In the cool mornings, these big beetles couldn’t move so they were easy to catch. Once I got a May Bug in the palm of my hands I would... -
The Ascension of the Lord
21st of MayThis Sunday we celebrate the Ascension of The Lord. We have relived Jesus’ ministry during the past few months and now we are at the point where it comes to an end; Jesus ascends to the Father and his disciples begin the mission of the church. All of this takes... -
Sixth Sunday of Easter
16th of MayThe Season of Easter ends on Pentecost Sunday, which is two weeks away. Pentecost is that incredible moment when the disciples were gathered together and tongues of fire came and burned above their head. They were filled with the intoxicating awareness of God's presence and love, the Holy Spirit. Filled... -
Fifth Sunday of Easter
9th of MayWhen we want to make a journey by car to a place where we’ve never been before, we usually put the address into the Navigation System, hit “start guidance” and off we go. All we have to do is obey the instructions we hear. Eventually we hear the words ‘You... -
Fourth Sunday of Easter
6th of MayThroughout the New Testament, Jesus has been compared to a good shepherd and we are his sheep. In first century Judea most people had sheep so they understood this image and what it means to care for them. Sheep rely totally on their shepherd - they “hear” his voice and... -
Third Sunday of Easter
6th of MayTwo of Jesus’ disciples were walking north, seven kilometers away from Jerusalem. Jerusalem...a place where their hopes had been shattered. They were on their way to a village called Emmaus, which in Greek means City of victory. Feeling very defeated, these two disciples were in much need of consolation. Dear... -
Easter Sunday Resurrection of The Lord
6th of MayThe Easter Triduum began last Thursday with the Mass of the Lord’s Supper and it ends today, Easter Sunday. For these past three days we have reflected on the passion, death, burial and resurrection of Jesus. Dear friends, on Easter Sunday we have this wonderful reading from John. Jesus’ crucifixion... -
Good Friday
6th of MayOn this day, Christians all over the world commemorate Jesus’s crucifixion. We celebrate Good Friday. But is this really a day to celebrate? Dear friends In Jesus we have a person who is like no other human. We find someone who gives of himself to others in a way no... -
The Palm Sunday of Our Passion
6th of MayToday we enter into the most important week in the Church’s Liturgical calendar. Our liturgy is quite different than the rest of the Holy Week. Our texts are filled with contradiction: Palms waving in adoration followed by Jesus being bound, questioned and sentenced; a king and a convict; hosannas and... -
Easter Triduum
6th of MayDear friends, We are committed to guiding and walking with you on this spiritual journey through life. We want so much to celebrate the Sacraments with you, especially during this most wonderful time of year. However, like most all of you, we are shut in our homes and offices. Yet...