The Selsey Podcast

Today’s homily: St. Jean-Baptiste de La Salle (2025)

St Jean-Baptiste de La Salle gave up wealth to educate and sanctify poor children, founding the first lay teaching order. His example speaks urgently today as millions of children face poverty, abuse, and ideological confusion, both in the UK and worldwide. True Catholic education must form souls in truth and holiness. If we fail to protect and teach our children, the world will deform them. Christ calls us to receive them in His name — for in doing so, we receive Him.https://selsey.org/2025/05/09/nuntiatoria-liv-custos-christi-ecclesiaeque/

Today’s homily: St. Robert Bellarmine (2025)

St. Robert Bellarmine (1542–1621) was a Jesuit cardinal, theologian, and Doctor of the Church. A key figure in the Counter-Reformation, he defended Catholic doctrine against Protestantism, helped implement the reforms of the Council of Trent, and authored influential catechisms. Known for his learning, humility, and holiness, he served as bishop and papal adviser. He died in 1621 and was canonized in 1930. His feast on May 13 coincides with the first apparition at Fatima.https://selsey.org/2025/05/09/nuntiatoria-liv-custos-christi-ecclesiaeque/

Today’s homily: SS. Nereus, Achilleus, Domitilla & Pancras, Martyrs (2025)

The Church honours Nereus, Achilleus, Domitilla, and Pancras—martyrs who chose Christ over Roman honour, comfort, or life itself. Today’s readings reveal how the world mocked their sacrifice, yet heaven glorified them. Like the royal official in the Gospel, they believed the Word of Christ and stood firm. Their witness calls us to fidelity in a world hostile to truth, reminding us that God's eyes are upon those who fear Him and hope in His mercy.https://selsey.org/2025/05/09/nuntiatoria-liv-custos-christi-ecclesiaeque/

Today’s homily: The Patronage of St Joseph, Spouse of the BVM

On this first Sunday of Pope Leo XIV’s pontificate, the Church honours the Patronage of St Joseph, protector of the Universal Church. Instituted in 1847 by Pius IX, this feast reminds us to go to Joseph in times of trial. In an age of confusion and reform, his silence, fidelity, and strength guide us. The Last Gospel (John 16) assures us that present sorrow will become joy — a mystery Joseph lived daily. Let us trust him to guard Christ’s Church once more.https://selsey.org/2025/05/09/nuntiatoria-liv-custos-christi-ecclesiaeque/

Today’s homily: St Gregory Nazianzen (2025)

On the feast of St. Gregory of Nazianzus, the Church rejoices in the election of Pope Leo XIV, a man of deep prayer, missionary zeal, and theological clarity. Like Gregory, Leo unites the contemplative and pastoral life, offering hope for doctrinal fidelity and authentic renewal. We pray he may lead the Church with wisdom and courage, rooted in truth and charity, guided by the Holy Ghost and strengthened by the intercession of the saints.#LeoXIVhttps://selsey.org/2025/05/08/habemus-papam-leo-xiv/

Habemus Papam! Leo XIV

Gratias agimus Deo de electione Leonis Papæ Quarti Decimi, Successoris Sancti Petri.The Primus of the Old Roman Apostolate offers a formal statement on the election of Pope Leo XIV, formerly Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, O.S.A. The message extends respectful greetings and prayers for the new pope, expresses hope for a restoration of tradition and doctrinal clarity, and reaffirms the Apostolate’s desire for unity grounded in truth and fidelity to the perennial magisterium.

Today’s homily: The Apparition of St Michael the Archangel (2025)

On this feast of St. Michael’s apparition at Monte Gargano, we recall his role as defender of the Church and prince of the heavenly host. As the cardinals gather in conclave, we must fervently pray for a holy pope, guided by God and defended by the angels. Let us reject scandal, embrace humility, and invoke St. Michael daily in our battle against evil. May the angels help us bless the Lord and live as faithful children of the Kingdom.

A prayer for the Papal Conclave 2025

As the Conclave begins, the Primus of the Old Roman Apostolate calls the faithful to prayer and penance, urging us to intercede for the election of a holy, faithful shepherd. This video concludes with a special prayer—adapted from Archbishop Arnold Harris Mathew—to be prayed daily, especially at the Angelus, until a new Pope is elected.https://selsey.org/2025/05/07/a-prayer-for-the-papal-conclave-a-d-2025/www.oldroman.org

Today’s homily: St John before the Latin Gate (2025)

On the Feast of St. John Before the Latin Gate, we recall the Apostle’s miraculous deliverance from martyrdom and his enduring witness through suffering. As the Church enters the papal conclave, we pray for a Pope who, like St. John, will embrace the chalice of Christ—not seeking worldly honour but bearing faithful witness amid trial. May we too accept the Cross with love, standing firm in truth and prayer as the Church awaits her new shepherd.

Today’s homily: St Pius V (2025)

On the Feast of St. Pius V and the 13th anniversary of his episcopal consecration, Archbishop Jerome reflects on the saint’s courage, liturgical reform, and victory at Lepanto. He calls for fidelity to tradition, urges prayer for a holy new pope ahead of the May 7 conclave, and renews his commitment to serve Christ’s flock with truth, sacrifice, and zeal, following the example of St. Pius V.