Talks

This is the third and final talk given in a series of Advent lunches at Garmin. The Christmas manger scene contains many familiar figures, and some often overlooked, that help …

This is the second in a series of three talks given at Garmin over lunch. Music plays such an important part of the celebration of Christmas. This week Shawn looks …

This is the first in a series of three talks given at Garmin over lunch. In this first talk, Shawn focusses on the three comings or “Advents” of Jesus. To …

The Stations of the Cross find their origin in walking the very path in Jerusalem that Jesus walked on Good Friday – the Via Dolorosa or “Way of Suffering”. For …

In this week’s Lenten lunch reflection, I use a model of the 1st century city of Jerusalem to walk through the geography of Holy Week. See the actual sites where …

Mary, Martha, and Lazarus… these three friends of Jesus each have something important to teach us about priorities, pain, and purpose. What if you didn’t have to fear death? How …

Peter denied that he even knew Jesus 3 times in the courtyard of the high priest in Jerusalem. The lowest moment of his life. But just over a week later …

From Mt. Tabor and the transfiguration to Mt. Calvary and the crucifixion. Being on top of a mountain gives you a great vantage point to see clearly all around. By …

Today’s talk journeys from the Mt. of Temptation to the site of the Baptism of Jesus in the Jordan River. The Israelites spent 40 years in the wilderness because they …

We love to sing carols at Christmas. But have you ever wondered what some of those strange lyrics are all about? Fr. Shawn conducts a merry little sing-along and reveals the story behind the music.

No nativity scene would be complete without Mary and Joseph. We conclude these 40 hours with the two who were most prepared to receive Jesus.

When Jesus came the first time, many missed it. The shepherds and magi didn’t, and they can help us make sure we don’t miss out.

Why is there always an ox and a donkey in every Christmas nativity? Isaiah has the answer and a warning for Catholics.

There are three people you have to know to have a good Advent leading to a great Christmas. I introduce them in a talk I gave today to the liturgical ministers at St. Patrick for their day of reflection.

Adult Conversation – 11 April 2020 Peter denies Jesus three times, but later gets to come face to face with the risen Jesus and hear with his own ears that …

Adult Conversation – March 4, 2020 The triple concupiscence. The three-fold lust of the flesh, lust of the eyes, and the pride of life. Pleasure, possessions and pride. Tonight’s talk …

On the anniversary of the Roe v. Wade supreme court decision, Fr. Shawn discusses some arguments and theology behind the pro-life position.

On the 15th anniversary of Archbishop Naumann becoming the Archbishop of Kansas City in Kansas, Fr. Shawn looks at the apostolic foundations of the bishops and the church built on …

Fr. Shawn puts a proverbial bow on Christmas with a discussion of the Epiphany

Adult Conversation 12-18-2019 from St. Patrick Catholic Church in Kansas City, Kansas Jesus, Mary, and Joseph… those names go together so nicely. But what about some of the other names …

Adult Conversation 12-11-2019 from St. Patrick Catholic Church in Kansas City, Kansas Music is such a special part of Christmas. Many of us can sing the traditional carols by heart. …

If you’ve ever wanted a quick overview of marriage law in the Church and what an “annulment” is, check out this video of my talk at The University of Kansas …

This reflection was given to the Apostles of the Interior life on their retreat day. I focus on the Easter appearances of our risen Lord to Mary Magdalene, Peter, and …

All of Washington is excited now that we have one additional, famous resident. Pope Francis arrived this afternoon and is staying down the road from me tonight. I’m looking forward …

Today was my 4th and last day at St. Matthew’s parish in Longview, Texas. Below is the final mission talk from this evening. It has been a great blessing to …

Today was the first full day of the parish mission hear at St. Matthew’s Catholic Church in Longview, Texas. I gave the same talk this morning and again this evening. …

Time to Bear Fruit Today I am on the road in Longview, Texas giving a parish mission at St. Matthew’s Catholic Church. Msgr. Xavier Pappu and all the parishioners have …

Here is a half hour show that I did for Catholic radio on principles that Catholics need to be aware of as we enter the voting booth. [audio:http://www.shawnthebaptist.org/audio/talks/2012/10/Fr-Shawn-P-Tunink_Catholic-Voting-Principles.mp3] Download Topics …

This talk was given to a combined group from young adult ministries in the Kansas City are. With the new Third Edition of the Roman Missal coming into use, I …

I was invited today to give a guest lecture at Washburn University in Topeka to a class discussing religion and politics. I spoke on the Catholic perspective on this topic …

Last night on Palm Sunday in Most Pure Heart of Mary Church, I gave a special presentation on the liturgy of Holy Week. The audio of that talk is now …

Kansas Must Lead I delivered the following talk as the keynote address at the annual Congressional Pro-Life Prayer Breakfast held in Topeka. In attendance were the various senators and representatives …