The Good Samaritan Galatians 1:6-12, Psalm 111, Luke 10:25-37 As we reflect on the Parable of the Good Samaritan, Pope Francis reminds us that true worship is inextricably linked to service to our neighbors. We are called to transcend spectatorship and instead, actively engage with those suffering around us. In today’s Gospel, Jesus illustrates the […]
Monthly Archives: October 2024
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God’s Original Plan for Marriage Genesis 2:18-24; Psalm 128; Hebrews 2:9-11; Mark 10:2-16 Today’s readings present God’s original plan for marriage, emphasizing its sacredness and indissolubility. The first reading (Genesis 2:18-24) highlights the union between a man and a woman, while the Gospel (Mark 10:2-16) addresses divorce. Marriage, as instituted by God, is a holy […]
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HOPE IN ADVERSITY Job 42:1-3, 5-6, 12-17; Psalm 119; Luke 10:17-24 Job’s life serves as a poignant reminder that no circumstance is permanent. As we reflect on his story from the first reading, we see that God not only restored but exceeded Job’s initial blessings, granting him unparalleled happiness. Similarly, the Gospel accounts of Christ’s […]
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Job 38:1, 12-2, 40:3-5, Ps. 139, Luke 10:13-16: Rejecting God’s mercy In today’s gospel reading, Jesus confronts Chorazin and Bethsaida—these cities were blessed with Jesus’ presence and teachings but refused to repent. Again, Capernaum, a city privileged to be the hub of Jesus’ ministry, will be cast down to Hades for its pride and unfaithfulness. […]
Weekday Homily
HOMILY FOR THURSDAY THE TWENTY SIXTH WEEK IN ORDINARY TIME YEAR II (MEMORIAL OF THERESE OF THE CHILD JESUS)
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Faith and service Job 19:12-27, Ps.27, Luke 10:1-12 Job 19:12–27 reminds us of the importance of faith. Job, amidst immense suffering, declares, “My Redeemer lives, and at the last he will stand upon the earth” (Job 19:25). His confidence in God’s redemption sustains him, despite the torment. When faced with challenges, we must cling to […]
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Guardian Angels Job 9:1-13,14-16, Ps. 88, Mt. 18:1-5,10 Today, we celebrate the feast of the Guardian Angels, those heavenly companions entrusted with our care and protection. The Catechism of the Catholic Church reminds us that “from its beginning until death, human life is surrounded by their watchful care and intercession” (CCC 336). In the Gospel […]
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Isaiah 11:1–10; Ps. 72; Eph. 2:13-22; Matt. 2:13–15, 19–23 Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, As we celebrate the Solemnity of Our Lady, Queen and Patroness of Nigeria, we also mark 64 years of independence. Our journey has been challenging, but as people of faith, we draw strength from God’s Word. Isaiah’s prophecy reminds us […]