FR. TOM’S THOUGHTS
THE PERSONAL BLOG OF REV. THOMAS E. KONOPKA
Welcome! I have been a diocesan Catholic priest for over 35 years in the Diocese of Albany, NY. I am also a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW-R) in New York State. This blog is a place where I hope to share some of my thoughts, reflections, and photos with you.
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The Role of Faith in Religious Simplicity
2–3 minutesHomily on the 16th Sunday of Ordinary Time Sometimes religion is just complicated. Rules to follow, rituals to be done, trying to understand complex dogma, and that list…
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It is easy to hear to today’s parable and start looking around at each other; it was probably what those who first heard Jesus did. In our minds,…
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Reviving Sunday Mass: A Personal Journey
2–3 minutesSince 1997, I have had multiple assignments in addition to being a pastor. From my time in the Vocations’ Office, being a student and then Director of the…
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