Fr. Bacik’s November Reflections Article on Violence and Reconciliation
Fr. Bacik discusses a Christian response to violence.
14. James Bacik: “Gandhi’s Response to Violence”
James Bacik | “Gandhi’s Response to Violence” | November 4, 2012 Run Time: 01:01:30 Father James Bacik spoke on “Exploring Gandhi’s Response to Violence”. The presentation was held at the …
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Fr. Bacik’s October Reflections – Catholic Social Teaching and the Ryan Budget
Catholic criticisms of the Paul Ryan budget. download October 2012 Reflections
13. James Bacik: “Vatican II on Revelation: Contemporary Challenges and Opportunities”
James Bacik | “Vatican II on Revelation: Contemporary Challenges and Opportunities” | October 9, 2012 | Corpus Christi Run Time: 57:12 Father Bacik spoke on “Vatican II on Revelation: Contemporary …
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Fr. Bacik’s September Reflections on the conflict between the Vatican and the LCRW.
Fr. Bacik discusses the conflict between the Vatican Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith (CDF) and the Leadership Conference of Women Religious (LCWR).
12. James Bacik: “Karl Rahner Made Practical – Pt. 8 of 8 Heaven, Hell, Purgatory: Reinterpreting the Last Things”
James Bacik | “Karl Rahner Made Practical – Pt. 8 of 8 Heaven, Hell, Purgatory: Reinterpreting the Last Things” | August 25, 2012 | Our Lady Queen of Peace Chapel …
11. James Bacik: “Karl Rahner Made Practical – Pt. 7/8 Living as a Christian in the World Today”
Fr. James Bacik | “Karl Rahner Made Practical – Pt. 7/8 Living as a Christian in the World Today” | August 18, 2012 | Our Lady Queen of Peace Chapel …
Gospel and Homily for 19th Sunday of Ordinary Time
Christ, the Bread of Life, is always with us and helps us to deal with all the burdens in our lives.
10. James Bacik: “Karl Rahner Made Practical – Pt. 6/8 Dealing with our Graced but Sinful Church”
Fr. James Bacik |”Karl Rahner Made Practical – Pt. 6/8 Dealing with our Graced but Sinful Church” | August 11, 2012 | Our Lady Queen of Peace Chapel Run Time: …
Homily for the 18th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Christ the Liberator and the challenge of freedom
Father Bacik’s 50th Anniversary Video
Created by Hart Associates for Father Bacik’s 50th Anniversary. Shown on 6/24/12 after mass at Corpus Christi.
9. James Bacik: “Karl Rahner Made Practical – Pt. 5/8 Finding God in Everyday Life – The Theology of Grace”
Fr. James Bacik | “Karl Rahner Made Practical – Pt. 5/8: Finding God in Everyday Life” |August 4, 2012 | Our Lady Queen of Peace Chapel Run Time: 56:47 Father …
Gospel and homily for 17th Sunday in Ordinary Time: John:6
Make use of the gifts you have been given.
8. James Bacik: “Karl Rahner Made Practical – Pt. 4/8 Developing the Virtue of Committed Openness”
Fr. James Bacik | “Karl Rahner Made Practical – Pt. 4/8 Developing the Virtue of Committed Openness” | July 28, 2012 | Our Lady Queen of Peace Chapel Run Time: …
Gospel and Homily for 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time – B Cycle
Our call to join Christ in the process of reconciliation.
7. James Bacik: “Karl Rahner Made Practical – Pt. 3/8 Learning to Pray Better”
Fr. James Bacik | “Karl Rahner Made Practical – Pt. 3/8: Learning to Pray Better” | July 21, 2012 | Our Lady Queen of Peace Chapel Run Time: 01:01:55 Father …
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The Spiritual Journey Today: With Guidance from Henri Nouwen
Lecture at Corpus Christi on May 1, 2012
6. James Bacik “Karl Rahner Made Practical – Pt. 2/8 Improving our Personal Relationships”
Fr. James Bacik | “Karl Rahner Made Practical – Pt. 2/8 Improving our Personal Relationships” | July 14, 2012 | Our Lady Queen of Peace Chapel Run Time: 59:41 Father …
5. James Bacik: “Karl Rahner Made Practical – Pt. 1 of 8 Becoming a More Mature Person”
James Bacik | “Karl Rahner Made Practical Pt. 1 of 8 Becoming a More Mature Person” | July 7, 2012 | Our Lady Queen of Peace Chapel Father James Bacik …
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Sylvania Advantage student farewell
Schuyler Stupica, A Student Speaks, Fr. Bacik Farewell to Fr. Bacik I remember how I felt when I first received the news that Corpus Christi’s beloved pastor, Fr. Bacik, was …
Toledo Blade story about Fr. Jim Bacik
Longtime local priest looks back at his career BY DAVID YONKE BLADE RELIGION EDITOR Editor’s note: This version corrects the title of Richard Gaillardetz’s book ‘Keys to the Council.’ The …
homily from 2/26/12
This is Fr. Bacik’s homily from February 26, 2012. To listen to the homily, please click below.
Homily at Corpus Christi 2012
This is the homily about Corpus Christi Sunday and how we are a part of the Body of Christ. You can download the homily by clicking the link below.
Ash Wednesday Homily 2012
Fr. Bacik’s Homily on Ash Wednesday, about our inner demons and how God helps us deal with them. Given on Ash Wednesday February 26, 2012 You can download the full …
Homily on Jonah
Listen to Father Jim Bacik’s as he gives this beautiful homily on Jonah. You can download the full mp3 and listen at our leisure. Please check back soon as Father Bacik will continue to post more homilies.
50 Day Easter Season
The 50-day Easter season, which extends through the celebration of Pentecost, offers marvelous opportunities for ongoing spiritual growth. By the third century, Christian communities used this season for “mystagogical catechesis,” which provided…
The Parish as Leven in the World
Father Jim Bacik spoke on “Religion & Society: Cultivating the Virtue of Solidarity”. The presentation was held at Corpus Christi University Parish. Check back soon as Father Bacik will continue to post his latest lectures and homilies.
Vocations
Listen or watch Father Jim Bacik discuss “Vocations” at Corpus Christi. Check back soon as Father Bacik will continue to post his latest lectures and homilies.
A Letter from Father Bacik
On July 2, 2012, Msgr. Michael Billian will become the new pastor of Corpus Christi University Parish (CCUP), assisted by Fr. Phil Smith. I am convinced that they are the best possible choices for our parish. They will serve half time both at CCUP and at Blessed Sacrament Parish. My conversations with Msgr. Billian have assured me that he appreciates the strengths of our parish: a supportive permanent community; an outstanding group of student leaders; a loyal group of faculty and staff; a dedicated pastoral staff; a committed pastoral council; and a competent finance council, as well as the many other individuals and groups who contribute their time and talent to further the ministry of CCUP to the University of Toledo community. With these potent ingredients, I believe that CCUP is in a great position to continue to grow and flourish in new ways…
4. James Bacik: “The Spiritual Journey Today: With Guidance from Henri Nouwen”
Fr. James Bacik | “The Spiritual Journey Today: With Guidance from Henri Nouwen” | May 1, 2012 | Corpus Christi Run Time: 58:49 Father James Bacik spoke at Corpus Christi …
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3. James Bacik: “The Parish as Leaven in the World”
Father Jim Bacik | “The Parish as Leaven in the World” | September 27, 2011 | Corpus Christi University Parish Run Time: 59:49 Father Jim Bacik spoke on “Religion & …
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2. James Bacik: “Vocations”
Father Jim Bacik | “Vocations” | March 29, 2011 | Corpus Christi Run Time: 62:22 Father Jim Bacik discussed “Vocations” at Corpus Christi. Click here to view the video.
1. James Bacik: “Biblical Spirituality”
Father Jim Bacik | “Biblical Spirituality” | September 28, 2010 | Corpus Christi Run Time: 58:27 Father Jim Bacik discussed “Biblical Spirituality” at Corpus Christi University Parish. Click here to view …