Fr. John Mary Homily

The Bigness of Our Littleness

November 7, 2021

We can sometimes feel spiritually very poor. The gospel today shows the hidden potential in that poverty.

Fr. John Mary Homily

The Gift of Clarity

October 31, 2021

In our complex, confusing world, it is not easy to know what is most important, what is the priority that we need to focus on. Jesus gives us the gift of clarity with a strong, clear answer.

Fr. John Mary Homily

Your Priesthood

October 24, 2021

You are called to help liberate humanity from evil, and transform it in holiness. How do you, as a baptized Christian, share in the priesthood of Jesus, our great High Priest?

Fr. John Mary Homily

Our Misery, His Mercy

October 17, 2021

We are currently living times of great need, and we also experience our weakness, as today’s reading from Hebrews says.  What is the encouraging invitation that the Holy Spirit gives us today?

Fr. John Mary Homily

The Desire for Something More

October 10, 2021

This rich young man comes to Jesus, seeking something more.  He senses something is lacking.  What can we learn from this for our own quest?

Fr. John Mary Homily

What Is Marriage?

October 3, 2021

In our world, powerful forces are redefining marriage.  Is the traditional understanding of marriage outdated?

Fr. John Mary Homily

Guilt, Good or Bad?

September 26, 2021

People often complain of Catholic guilt.  The readings today may seem an example.  What is valid in this criticism?  Is there a positive role for guilt?

Fr. John Mary Homily

Who Is The Greatest?

September 19, 2021

We often compare ourselves to others and want to be first.  This causes many conflicts.  Is there a better path to true greatness?

Fr. John Mary Homily

Get Behind Me, Satan!

September 12, 2021

Jesus’ words to Peter are severe.  He needs to prepare Peter for the great trial that is coming.  And He wants to show us today how to prepare for our challenges.

Fr. John Mary Homily

Ephphatha: Be Open

September 5, 2021

The deaf-mute man in the Gospel is isolated by his difficulties to communicate.  Isolation, and difficulties in communicating is something we can all face.  How can the Holy Spirit help us escape this isolation?

Fr. John Mary Homily

Seven Tips For Improvement **

August 29, 2021

There is a lot that we can’t change.  But there is also a lot we can.  Here are seven easy, practical tips to improve our life.

Fr. John Mary Homily

Will You Also Go Away?

August 22, 2021

Jesus asks us the same question as He asked His disciples.  He is revealing a Mystery which is hard to believe, yet has the power to transform our world: His Sacrifice is made present when the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass is offered.

Fr. John Mary Homily

Hope and the Assumption

August 15, 2021

Our Blessed Mother’s Assumption is a great cause of hope for us. By this hope, we can already begin sharing the life of Paradise, even though we are still suffering on earth.

Fr. John Mary Homily

Three Steps to Faith

August 8, 2021

Today, many are losing their faith. Faith is hard. Is there anything you can do for your faith? Jesus, in this Gospel, show us the 3 key elements of an act of faith.

Fr. John Mary Homily

Signs

August 1, 2021

There are many important things that we can’t see. But, as Jesus shows in today’s Gospel, God gives us signs to lead us from what is visible to what is invisible. To His Real Presence.

Fr. John Mary Homily

A Real Superhero

June 27, 2021

We hear a lot about superheroes today. We wish someone would come to save us from evil. What if there was a real one…

Fr. John Mary Homily

Wake Up, Lord

June 20, 2021

In the storm that we are facing, it can seem as if the Lord is sleeping. Not paying attention. Doesn’t care. We feel like the disciples in the Gospel today.