Little children, you are from God, and have conquered them; for the one who is in you is greater than the one who is in this world. (1 John 4:4)
Homily
Embracing and Becoming the Least - Monday, September 28, 2026
An argument arose among the disciples about which of them was the greatest. Jesus realized the intention of their hearts and took a child and placed it by his side and said to them, “Whoever receives this child in my name receives me... Luke 9:46–48
Action over Words - Sunday, September 27, 2026
Jesus said to the chief priests and elders of the people: “What is your opinion? A man had two sons. He came to the first and said, ‘Son, go out and work in the vineyard today.’ He said in reply, ‘I will not,’ Matthew 21:28–31
The Hidden Mysteries of God - Saturday, September 26, 2026
While they were all amazed at his every deed, Jesus said to his disciples, “Pay attention to what I am telling you. The Son of Man is to be handed over to men.” But they did not understand this saying; Luke 9:43b–45
The Messiah Who Suffers - Friday, September 25, 2026
Once when Jesus was praying in solitude, and the disciples were with him, he asked them, “Who do the crowds say that I am?” They said in reply, “John the Baptist; others, Elijah; still others, ‘One of the ancient prophets has arisen.’” Luke 9:18–20
The “Good” Life - Thursday, September 24, 2026
Herod the tetrarch heard about all that was happening, and he was greatly perplexed because some were saying, “John has been raised from the dead”; others were saying, “Elijah has appeared”; still others, “One of the ancient prophets has arisen.” Luke 9:7
Relying on Divine Providence - Wednesday, September 23, 2026
Jesus summoned the Twelve and gave them power and authority over all demons and to cure diseases, and he sent them to proclaim the Kingdom of God and to heal the sick. Luke 9:1–3
The Most Perfect Disciple - Tuesday, September 22, 2026
The mother of Jesus and his brothers came to him but were unable to join him because of the crowd. He was told, “Your mother and your brothers are standing outside and they wish to see you.” Luke 8:19–21
From Sinner to Saint - Monday, September 21, 2026
As Jesus passed by, he saw a man named Matthew sitting at the customs post. He said to him, “Follow me.” And he got up and followed him.” Matthew 9:9
Divine Equity - Sunday, September 20, 2026
Jesus told his disciples this parable: “The kingdom of heaven is like a landowner who went out at dawn to hire laborers for his vineyard. After agreeing with them for the usual daily wage, he sent them into his vineyard. Matthew 20:1–2
A Heart Open to Grace - Saturday, September 19, 2026
When a large crowd gathered, with people from one town after another journeying to Jesus, he spoke in a parable. “A sower went out to sow his seed. And as he sowed, some seed fell on the path and was trampled, and the birds of the sky ate it up. Luke 8:4
Disciples of Diverse Backgrounds - Friday, September 18, 2026
Jesus journeyed from one town and village to another, preaching and proclaiming the good news of the Kingdom of God. Accompanying him were the Twelve and some women who had been cured of evil spirits and infirmities, Luke 8:1–3
An Unnamed Sinful Woman - Thursday, September 17, 2026
A certain Pharisee invited Jesus to dine with him, and he entered the Pharisee’s house and reclined at table. Now there was a sinful woman in the city who learned that he was at table in the house of the Pharisee. Luke 7:36–38