In our life, there are many losses, many “deaths”. They are especially hard because we can’t see the big picture. Jesus reveals the big picture and our Father’s eternal plans for us through the power of abandonment.
“…He who does not believe is condemned already.” (John 3:18) These words of Jesus are shocking in our society of so many different beliefs. How can we understand them?
Jesus, with righteous anger, cleanses the Temple, protesting the corruption of the Sacred Institutions of His people. We are facing much corruption today, including in the Church. What lessons can we learn from Jesus about how to fight this effectively?
As Fr. John Mary reflects on the story of Abraham and God’s promise of His fruitfulness, we must realize that the fruitfulness that God wants us to bear, as with Abraham, only comes from union with God.
The desert is a dry, barren, desolate place without life. This homily reflects on the lives of great saints who encountered an interior desert of the soul, but also experienced a purification and transformation through the graces of the Holy Spirit.
In the Book of Job, Job is screaming out his pain and confusion: how can God permit this? It leads us into the unfathomable mystery of God’s loving Providence and human suffering. Fr. John Mary’s homily discusses the book of Job and the realization that God’s goodness and justice are an infinite mystery to us. Like Job, we may not get an explanation for our sufferings and trials, but by following God in trust, we too will receive peace.
The new Christians of Corinth were asking St. Paul about virginity and marriage. He reveals the new way of living these, living our whole life for the Lord, for an eternal happiness.
St. Paul reminds us that our time on earth is short. What is earthly is passing. The time given to each of us is precious. How can we use it well?
The young Samuel discovers that the Lord wants to speak to him. God wants to speak to you, too. But we need to listen. How?
In His Baptism, Jesus begins His open battle against “the world” and it’s ruler, Satan. As Christians we are in this battle also. By faith in Jesus, we can be victorious.
The Epiphany highlights a critical and vulnerable moment in the great spiritual battle that we all are in. In St. Joseph we see God’s surprising strategy that we can all learn from.
In these times that we are living, where our faith is under attack, her heart is a fortress where we can take refuge. Consecration to her Immaculate Heart is an effective way to do this.
Families today face so many challenges. They are under attack. St. Joseph helps us to discover a simple, powerful help: the grace of silent prayer together as a family.
Christmas this year has been especially hard. Like in a time of war, because it is a war. Jesus is the new David, born to lead His people to liberation from evil.
Mary shows us the most effective path for helping our world. And it is available to you. “Be it done to me according to Your Word.”
By accepting the prophetic word of God, the Holy Spirit can lead you to the Eternal, Infinite Joy that Jesus calls you to.
Fr. John Mary emphasizes the importance for being ready of the New Advent, Judgement Day and the newly created Jerusalem, the Church, with waited patience and anticipation. Now is a preparation period of mercy and conversion.
During the Advent season, Fr. John Mary reminds us to trust and have faith. With oppression of sin, corruption and darkness in the world, Our Lord Jesus Christ is in control today and throughout history to guide His faithful to the great reunion in His Kingdom.