# Mathias Thelen

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That They May Be One

Click here for the official website. Inspired by Christ’s prayer in John 17:21 and rooted in the teachings of the Second Vatican Council, this film explores the urgent call to Christian unity in today’s divided world. Through a blend of documentary storytelling and dramatic reenactments, the film i…

The Holy Spirit Is Not a Side-Issue for Jesus (or For Us) | Fr. Mathias Thelen

In this homily given on Ascension Sunday (May 17, 2025), Fr Mathias preaches on one of the reasons why Jesus ascends into heaven: to obtain the promise of the Father and baptize us in the Holy Spirit. This is what he died to do: to immerse us into the very life of God and to bear witness to him.  E…

That Voice of Condemnation in Your Head is Not From God | Fr. Mathias Thelen

In this homily given on Trinity Sunday May 31st, 2026, Father Mathias preaches on the fact that God, who is Father Son and Holy Spirit is love itself.  Drawing from the Gospel, Father reminds us that God is for us and not against us; he has come to save us from our sins, not to condemn us. Father c…

Parish of the Week Wednesday!

Father Joshua Fons was born and raised in Ann Arbor, Michigan. He graduated from Father Gabriel High School in 2012. After hearing the call to the priesthood, he studied for his Bachelors in Philosophy and Catholic Studies at St. John Vianney College Seminary, and has a Masters in Divinity from Sac…

Why We Should Sing At Mass No Matter How We Feel | Fr. Mathias Thelen

In this homily given on the 11th Sunday of Ordinary Time (June 14 , 2026), Father Mathias preaches on Psalm 100 and why we are to sing a joyful song of praise to the Lord at Mass. After outlining why singing at Mass is one way we actively participate in divine worship of God at Mass, Fr Mathias out…

Why You Should Love Jesus More Than Your Family (And How to Do It) | Fr. Mathias Thelen

In this homily given on the 13th Sunday of Ordinary Time (June 28, 2026), Father Mathias preaches on one of the most difficult teachings of Jesus: whoever loves parents or children more than him is not worthy of him. The human race is divided on its response to Jesus. Some accept him and follow him…

Why the Proud Don't Receive Much from God | Fr. Mathias Thelen

In this homily given on the 14th Sunday of Ordinary Time (July 5, 2026), Father Mathias preaches on why God hides himself from the proud but reveals himself to the humble.  Because the proud are self-focused and self-reliant, they are not open to reality, they are not open to change.  As such they …

Why We Hesitate to Joyfully Sell Everything to Secure Jesus our Treasure | Fr. Mathias Thelen

In this homily given on the 17th Sunday of Ordinary Time (July 5, 2026), Father Mathias preaches the parable of the treasure buried in the field.  He outlines three reasons why people don't joyfully sell all they have (surrender) to secure the treasure of Jesus.  1) They simply haven't found Jesus …

The Supernatural Side of Business Leadership | Fr. Mathias Thelen

Do miracles still happen—and what do they have to do with the way we lead?  Fr. Mathias Thelen, co-founder and president of Encounter Ministries, joins Stephen Henley for a conversation about modern miracles, healing, human formation, and faith-driven leadership.  Fr. Mathias shares why he believes…

Episode 23: Unity Can't Be Shortcut with Fr. Michael Trummer

Is Christian unity just agreeing that we all believe in Jesus and leaving it there? In this episode of That They May Be One,Fr. Michael Trummer says the Holy Spirit wants something far deeper. Fr. Michael is a Roman Catholic priest, pastor of 40 Martyrs, St. John the Baptist, and Sacred Heart paris…