Fr. Michael Denk

TheProdigalFather.org · Weeds vs Wheat I picked up a new hobby since I left Saint Barnabas. It is nothing wild actually, believe it or not. I started growing sunflower seeds.…

TheProdigalFather.org · Have you heard this prophecy There is a story of a bishop, and I will not say who the bishop is, who was asked by somebody in the…

TheProdigalFather.org · Dave Chapelle and the Wrath of God Have you ever felt like you were under a microscope? Have you ever had that experience where someone is just watching…

Well, I have to confess that I broke a social distancing rule last night. I was at my sister’s house last night, and we were celebrating my niece’s birthday who…

TheProdigalFather.org · Trinity Sunday What is The Trinity more importantly Who is the Trinity There was an elderly bishop who was celebrating Confirmations often, and as bishops do, they walk…

TheProdigalFather.org · Little Fires Everywhere There is a best-selling book that came out a little while ago called “Little Fires Everywhere.” Some of you may have seen that Hulu series…

TheProdigalFather.org · Waiting For The Next Wave One summer, I drove across the country all the way from here to California. When I got to San Diego, I got to…

TheProdigalFather.org · Elevator Pitch Always be ready to give an explanation to anyone who asks you a reason for your hope, but do it with gentleness and reverence. That is…

“In my Father’s house there are many dwelling places.” Jesus goes on to say, “I have prepared a place for you. I will take you to myself so that where…

Have you ever been disappointed in your life when something you thought would happen actually didn’t happen? As the disciples were walking along on this road to Emmaus, they were…