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HOMILY FOR TUESDAY, THE THIRTY-SECOND WEEK IN ORDINARY TIME YEAR 1

Selflessness Wisdom 2:23–3:9; Psalm 33; Luke 17:7–10 “We are worthless slaves; we have only done what we ought to have done!” People frequently take actions in an effort to gain attention or receive appreciation from others. Such people are motivated by human rewards and awards. A true Christian should express sincere humility, irrespective of recognition. […]

HOMILY FOR MONDAY THE THIRTY SECOND WEEK IN ORDINARY TIME YEAR 1

Be Upright  Wisdom 1:1–7; Psalm 139; Luke 17:1-6 Today’s gospel presents us with three basic messages: “do not cause others to stumble”, “forgive beyond measure” and “have faith”. Jesus said to his disciples: “Things that cause people to stumble are bound to come, but woe to anyone through whom they come.” So, while there are […]

HOMILY FOR THE THIRTY-SECOND SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME YEAR A

The Parable of the Ten Virgins Wisdom 6:12–16; Psalm 63; 1 Thessalonians 4:13–18; Matthew 25:1–13 The parable of the Ten Virgins has been described as a “watching parable. Ten virgins awaited a bridegroom; five brought enough oil for their lamps; they arrived early and were rewarded. They were called wise virgins! The other five had […]

HOMILY FOR SATURDAY OF THE THIRTY-FIRST WEEK IN ORDINARY TIME YEAR 1

Faithfulness Romans 16:3-9, 16, 22-27; Psalm 145; Luke 16:9-15 “Whoever is faithful in a very little is faithful also in much; and whoever is dishonest in a very little is dishonest also in much.” Oftentimes, those trusted with little things can be trusted with great things. Trust is one of the essential marks of a […]

HOMILY FOR FRIDAY, THE THIRTY-FIRST WEEK IN THE ORDINARY TIME YEAR 1

A CRAFTY STEWARD Rom. 15:14–21; Ps. 98; Luke 16:1–8 Luke 16:1–13 presents us with the parable of the crafty steward. This steward neglected his duties, and at the point of being dismissed, he devised a crafty means to secure his future. This is not to extol dishonesty or craftiness; rather, Christ wants us to be […]

HOMILY FOR WEDNESDAY, 31ST WEEK IN ORDINARY TIME YEAR 1

True Discipleship ROM 13:8–10, Psalm 111, and Luke 14:25–33 In today’s gospel, Jesus lays down the demands for discipleship. Jesus is so honest about the demands of discipleship that no one would claim to be induced. So, he says, “If any man comes to me without hating his father, mother, wife, children, brothers, sisters, yes, […]

HOMILY FOR MONDAY, THE THIRTY-FIRST WEEK IN ORDINARY TIME YEAR 1

The Great Banquet Romans 11:29–36; Ps. 69; Luke 14:12–14 Today’s gospel presents us with the parable of the great banquet. However, we are limited to the first part of the parable (Luke 14:12–14). The parable illustrates God’s inclusivity and grace. The master extends an invitation to everyone, including the destitute, the disabled, the blind, and […]

HOMILY FOR THE THIRTY-FIRST SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME YEAR A

A warning against Hypocrisy  Malachi 1:14-2:2, 8-10; Psalm 130; 1 Thessalonians 2:7-9, 13; Matthew 23:1-12 Today’s gospel, taken from Matthew 23:1–12, exposes the activities of the scribes and the Pharisees. This session of the gospel is divided into three parts. The first part exposes the oppressive burdens they lay on others (1-4), the second part […]