
WEEKLY HOMILIES
Teaching and commentary from our pastor, Bishop Francis Christian.
Bishop Christian's homilies are searchable back to November 2014.
Mark 1:14-20
Passage:
In the Gospels, Jesus brings us good news about: the Father; ourselves; others; and Eternity.
John 1:35-42
Passage:
You are totally unique and special to the Father and He has a special thing for you to do, something only you can do.
Mark 1:7-11
Passage:
We have the mission of building up God's kingdom in the world; a kingdom of truth, love & peace.
Matthew 2:1-12
Passage:
We all belong to one human family and there is one who is Abba, Father to all.
Luke 2:22-40
Passage:
Like us, the perfect Holy Family knew sorrow, trouble and pain. They are the model of self sacrificing love.
John 1:1-18
Passage:
God comes to us in Christ and assures us that He is with us, He loves us and we are important to Him.
Luke 1:26-38
Passage:
God always keeps His promises! (Even when we can't see it or understand it.)
John 1:6-8, 19-28
Passage:
As followers of Jesus we are called to point the way to Him by example and deed.
Mark 13:33-37
Passage:
Are we living in "faithful waiting" - serving others for the love of Christ?
Matthew 25:31-46
Passage:
We are called to show love and concern for others knowing that Christ is among those we serve.
Matthew 25:14-30
Passage:
Do you use the talents that God has given to you to help build up his Kingdom here on earth?
Matthew 25:1-13
Passage:
We can keep the Light of Christ burning, and be ready for His coming, by nurturing our relationship with Christ through prayer, the sacraments, generosity,mercy and kindness.
Matthew 5:1-12A
Passage:
Where the Saints have gone we can go too by following their example of living out the Beatitudes.
Matthew 22:34-40
Passage:
How do we love God? By loving all of our neighbors - showing forgiveness, tolerance and mercy.
Matthew 20:1-16
Passage:
There are times when justice & fairness are not enough. When people stand in need, mercy & generosity are required.