The motives behind your gifts Philippians 2:1-4; Psalm 130; Luke 14:12-14 Still Oftentimes, most people are self-serving when given the opportunity, whether it be hoarding time or money. Again, rewards, recognition, or higher social status are often the driving forces behind the generosity of many. However, numerous instances exist where people have volunteered their services […]
Monthly Archives: October 2022
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Wisdom 11:22—12:2/Psalm 145:1-2,8-9,10-11,13,14/2 Thessalonians 1:11—2:2/Luke 19:1-10 BE AVAILABLE FOR SALVATION The gospel presents with the the story of Zacchaeus. He was a rich tax collector, who became rich at the detriment of the people. Some are rich today because they cheating others. Nevertheless, Jesus sought Zacchaeus out, “Zacchaeus come down” He said. Immediately, Zacchaeus […]
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HUMILITY PHILIPPIANS 1:18-26; PSALM 42; LUKE 14:1, 7-11 “Everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, and he who humbles himself will be exalted.” Jesus told this parable in the Gospel when he saw how the people chose and dragged places of honour in a feast. Till date, many people still drag places and positions of […]
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EPHESIANS 2:19-22; PSALM 18; LUKE 6:12-19 The gospel of today describes how Jesus picked and named His Twelve Apostles. Before deciding on them, He spent time in prayer. Before making significant judgments or selecting our companions, we should also pray. Today, the Church honors two of these apostles; St. Jude Thaddeus and St. Simon the […]
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HOMILY FOR FRIDAY THE THIRTIETH WEEK IN ORDINARY TIME YEAR II Luke 14:1-6 “Which of you, having a son or an ox that has fallen into a well, will not immediately pull him out on a Sabbath day?” Jesus asked this question to demonstrate his concern and love for everyone, in contrast to the Pharisees […]
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The Armour of God EPHESIANS 6:10-20; PSALM 144; LUKE 13:31-35 “Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes” (Eph.6:11). This is not an amour against physical battles like an armoured vehicle or bulletproof car. In physical battle Christ is value-neutral. He would rather say ‘love […]
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1. Holy Communion heals us. Jesus was broken for us so that we can be fixed by Him. 2. Holy Communion acts like the rising sun; it dispels darkness and brings light. 3. Holy Communion cleanses us from past sins and strengthens us against future sins. 4. Holy Communion fosters development and preserves spiritual life. […]
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Ephesians 6:1-9; Psalm 145; Luke 13:22-30 SALVATION THROUGH THE NARROW DOOR Today’s message is centered on salvation through the Narrow Door. In Matt. 7:13-14 Jesus says; the “narrow door” leads to salvation while the “broad road” leads to destruction. Again, the door is narrow because Christ is the only way. Acts 4:12 says “There is […]
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Ephesians 5:21-33; Psalm 128; Luke 13:18-21 Today’s gospel presents us with two parables: the Parable of the Mustard Seed and the Parable of the Yeast. These two parables deal with small but modest beginnings and triumphant conclusions. The mustard seed is small but it grows into a big tree. So it is with the Kingdom […]
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Ephesians 4:32-5:8; Psalm 1; Luke 13:10-17 Jesus Heals a Crippled Woman Jesus heals a woman who had been hunched over for 18 years in the Gospel. Some physical disorders may result from natural inclinations, burden of regrets, wrath, guilt, and unforgiveness. But what was the cause of this woman’s condition? Could it be as […]