Homily
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The two voices of the spiritual life
One of the most important—and most difficult—questions in the spiritual life is this: How do I recognize the voice of God? In today’s Gospel, Jesus gives us both comfort and challenge. He says,…
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Entering into the Heart of Jesus
Homily for Palm Sunday. The Passion calls to mind the words first spoken by John the Baptist: “Behold the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world.” (Jn 1:29) I…
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How to be the light of your world
Homily for the 5th Sunday of Ordinary Time Jesus tells us today, “You are the light of the world… set on a lampstand, it gives light to all in the house.” (Mt 5:13-16) …
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Time to step into the waters with Jesus
Homily for the Baptism of the Lord Today, the Church concludes the Christmas season and begins ordinary time with the baptism of Jesus, moving from the mystery of the incarnation to the ministry…
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Not a spotlight but a revelation
Homily for Christmas Mass During the Day “What came to be through Him was life, and this life was the light of the human race, the light that shines in the darkness and…
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Are you the one or should I look for another?
Homily for the 3rd Sunday of Advent When John the Baptist heard in prison of the works of the Christ, he sent his disciples to Jesus with this question, “Are you the one…
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The Good News in the Little Apocalypse
We are living in the end times. Jesus describes what’s going to happen, and his description is terrifying! Where can we find the Good News in this 'little apocalypse?
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Five ways to grow in hope
"How long, O LORD? I cry for help but you do not listen!" The first two chapters of the Prophet Habakkuk go from the pits of despair to the heights of hope. They…
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The three proper ways to respond to the cross
Homily for the Exaltation of the Holy Cross “With their patience worn out by the journey,the people complained against God.” (Num 21:4b) We live in a broken world. God’s plan to fix this…
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How to Wait with Blessed Hope
Blessed are those servants whom the master finds vigilant on his arrival. (Lk 12:32-48) When I combine the message in all of the readings for the liturgy, one phrase comes to mind:“As we…
