The Trummer Times

God's Delight: The Starting Point, not the Destination (3rd Sun Advent | Year C)

María Tiene Lo Mejor Don Para Ti (Homilia 4th Dom. Adviento | Año C)

Mary: Model of Life in the Spirit (Homily 4th Sun. Advent | Year C)

Encontrar La Sanación Interna (Charla de Retiro del Adviento)

El Centro de Nuestra Fe (Charla de Retiro del Adviento)

Being Ready for the End (Homily 1st Sun. Advent | Year C)

Joy: The Fruit of Hope (Parish Mission Day 3)

This is the third talk in the 3 part series on hope. This is from the parish mission of 2024 that Fr. Michael Trummer gave for his parishes. 

Healing Our Lack of Hope (Parish Mission Day 2)

This is the second talk in the 3 part series on hope. This is from the parish mission of 2024 that Fr. Michael Trummer gave for his parishes. 

The Treasure and Gift of Hope (Parish Mission Day 1)

This is the first talk in the 3 part series on hope. This is from the parish mission of 2024 that Fr. Michael Trummer gave for his parishes. 

Celibacy in the Catholic Church: Is It Time for a Change?

 In this episode, Father Michael Trummer addresses the topic of celibacy within the Catholic Church. He discusses common criticisms and misconceptions, including accusations related to sexual misconduct among priests and the notion that celibacy leads to unhealthy behaviors. Father Michael provides historical context, biblical references, and his personal experiences to defend the practice of celibacy, arguing that it promotes deeper spiritual integration and healthier priesthood. He also emphasizes the importance of inner healing, healthy relationships, and community living for both priests and laypeople.
 
00:00 Introduction and Purpose 00:19 Historical Context of Celibacy 00:57 Sex Abuse Scandals and Celibacy 02:39 Objections to Celibacy 11:44 Biblical Basis for Celibacy 21:27 Personal Experience and Benefits of Celibacy 25:54 Solutions and Moving Forward 28:03 Conclusion and Final Thoughts