Preach: The Catholic Homilies Podcast

A preacher should offer the congregation a challenge—not cheap grace

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Gemma Simmonds, C.J., a theologian and sister at the Cambridge Theological Federation in Cambridge, England, preaches for the Fifth Sunday in Easter, Year B:

  • In her homily, she reflects on her experience of poverty in Brazil, giving significance to Christ’s words: “Make your home in me as I make mine in you.”
  • Then, in the conversation with host Ricardo da Silva, S.J., they discuss the importance of humility in preaching, her role as an ecumenical chaplain in the Church of England, preaching for the BBC and finding God’s presence in unexpected places—like poop.


    • Read Gemma’s homily.

    Read the Scripture readings for the Fifth Sunday of Easter, Year B

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