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Tom Klocek

Mr. Klocek is a retired Naval Officer, systems engineer, and physical scientist with over 30 years involvement in Catholic teaching in various parishes and a Fourth Degree Knight of Columbus and a member of St. Stephen Martyr Catholic Church in Chesapeake, VA. Visit his website: actuallycatholic.com

Latest Articles By Tom Klocek
Show Us the Father: Reflections on the Readings for the Fifth Sunday of Easter, Cycle A
Show Us the Father: Reflections on the Readings for the Fifth Sunday of Easter, Cycle A
Jesus tells us, "I am the Way, and the Truth, and the Life. No one comes to the Father except through me." In a similar vein last week He told us that He was both the Gate and the Gatekeeper. If we are willing to follow Him and keep His commandments He will prepare a place for us as He told the apostles.
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I Know My Sheep: Reflections on the Readings for the Fourth Sunday of Easter, Cycle A
I Know My Sheep: Reflections on the Readings for the Fourth Sunday of Easter, Cycle A
The gospel readings for the fourth Sunday of Easter always come from Chapter 10 of John's gospel, the Good Shepherd discourse. The Catechism of the Catholic Church states, “The Good Shepherd ought to be the model and ‘form’ of the bishop’s pastoral office.” (896)
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Burning Hearts: Reflections on the Readings for the Third Sunday of Easter, Cycle A
Burning Hearts: Reflections on the Readings for the Third Sunday of Easter, Cycle A
There are those who say that Catholicism is unbiblical. However, the Mass is the greatest form of prayer in the Church and in today's readings we have Jesus celebrating the Mass on the day of His Resurrection. Luke's gospel clearly depicts the two main parts of the Mass, the Liturgy of the Word and the Liturgy of the Eucharist.
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Be Not Unbelieving but Believe: Reflections on the Readings for the Second Sunday of Easter (Sunday of Divine Mercy), Cycle A
Be Not Unbelieving but Believe: Reflections on the Readings for the Second Sunday of Easter (Sunday of Divine Mercy), Cycle A
The Second Sunday of Easter, besides having many important lessons for our lives of faith, is also Divine Mercy Sunday, instituted by Pope St. John Paul II based on the diary of St. Faustina Kowalska. All examples of the richness of our Faith! Jesus, I Trust In You!
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They Did Not Yet Understand: Reflections on the Readings for The Resurrection of the Lord the Mass of Easter Day
They Did Not Yet Understand: Reflections on the Readings for The Resurrection of the Lord the Mass of Easter Day
Today is Resurrection Day. It is the first day of the week (Sunday) and from now on the Church holds its continuing celebration and memorial of Christ's sacrifice for our redemption.
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We are All Peter: Reflections on the Readings for the Good Friday of the Lord’s Passion
We are All Peter: Reflections on the Readings for the Good Friday of the Lord’s Passion
Good Friday is another part of the unique three day period (Triduum, the Lord's Supper, Good Friday, and Holy Saturday) the Church celebrates leading up to Easter, the celebration of the Lord's Resurrection. It is especially solemn and is unique in that, except for special circumstances, the sacraments are not celebrated on this day.
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A Model to Follow: Reflections on the Readings for Holy Thursday-Evening Mass of the Lord’s Supper
A Model to Follow: Reflections on the Readings for Holy Thursday-Evening Mass of the Lord’s Supper
The Evening Mass on Holy Thursday is a recreation of the Lord's Supper, often referred to as "The Last Supper." It is a solemn occasion which also commemorates the institution of the Eucharist and the priesthood of the apostles. It is also marked by the washing of the feet.
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Men’s Adoration
Men’s Adoration
Our parish has a monthly men's breakfast preceded by adoration. It begins early. It is a moving experience. Spend some time with Jesus.
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Opposite Extremes: Reflections on the Readings for Palm Sunday of the Lord’s Passion, Cycle A
Opposite Extremes: Reflections on the Readings for Palm Sunday of the Lord’s Passion, Cycle A
On Palm Sunday we get two opposite presentations, one of Glory followed by one of seeming disaster. However, the disaster is not to last. Next week we will see the true meaning of the Passion of Jesus as He is raised from the dead as promised.
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Lazarus Come Out: Reflections on the Readings for the Fifth Sunday of Lent, Cycle A
Lazarus Come Out: Reflections on the Readings for the Fifth Sunday of Lent, Cycle A
Next week begins Holy Week with Palm Sunday. Today, however, we get a foretaste of the total meaning of our Lenten activities through the raising of the dead Lazarus, prefiguring Jesus’ Resurrection and our own.
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Did Jesus Ever Say He was God?
Did Jesus Ever Say He was God?
Language is more than words. We say things everyday in ways that go beyond words. The same is true for Jesus. How did He communicate His divinity?
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Surely We Are Not Blind: Reflections on the Readings for the Fourth Sunday of Lent, Cycle A
Surely We Are Not Blind: Reflections on the Readings for the Fourth Sunday of Lent, Cycle A
We often put up a false front, trying to make ourselves look better in the eyes of others. We might even think that God sees us in the same way. In fact, God sees beyond our exterior presentation. He sees into our hearts. Don't deceive yourselves into thinking you can hide from God. He is not fooled.
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Living Water the Gift of God: Reflections on the Readings for the Third Sunday of Lent, Cycle A
Living Water the Gift of God: Reflections on the Readings for the Third Sunday of Lent, Cycle A
The wondrous works of the Lord are visible every day. Yet how much do we grumble about our lives like the Israelites in today's readings? Wouldn't it be better to start with thanking God for the gift of life from all good things flow? The gift of faith is source of living water flowed out for our salvation.
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To the Mountain: Reflections on the Readings for the Second Sunday of Lent, Cycle A
To the Mountain: Reflections on the Readings for the Second Sunday of Lent, Cycle A
Among other titles for Jesus is the "new Moses." (See Deuteronomy 18:18) In today's readings Jesus is directly connected to Moses as Moses appears with Elijah and Jesus on the mountain. As Moses' faces shone brightly after time with the Lord, Jesus "face shone like the sun."
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Our Lenten Pilgrimage: How are We Doing?
Our Lenten Pilgrimage: How are We Doing?
Don't be discouraged if your Lenten observance isn't going as planned. Step back, take a deep breath and reevaluate where you are, how you are doing, and even the plan itself. Lent is a journey through the wasteland of our spiritual lives in order to rebuild and strengthen them.
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