Homily Rewind from St. Margaret Mary Church

Deacon Dave reflects on the Feast of Christ the King, emphasizing the importance of surrendering our lives to Christ and placing Him at the throne of our hearts. He challenges us to reflect on how we embody Christ’s love in our families, workplaces, and personal lives, encouraging us to fully entrust every area of our lives to His guidance and grace.

Fr. Joshy reflects on the themes of vigilance, preparation, and steadfast faith in uncertain times, drawing from the promise of eternal life. He calls us to surrender to God’s will, embody Christ’s love, and share His message of hope with the world, especially the poor and suffering.

Fr. Ken reminds us that true generosity and faith come from the heart, as shown by the widow who trusted God with all she had. He calls us to live humbly, offering our time, talents, and resources for God’s glory, not for recognition.

Fr. Walsh reflects on the two greatest commandments: to love God with our whole being and to love our neighbor as ourselves. He emphasizes that these commandments are inseparable, reminding us that our love for God is shown through our love and care for others, especially those in need.

Deacon Walt reflects on Bartimaeus’s persistent faith and his openness to healing from Jesus. He encourages us to recognize our own blindness, seek God’s healing, and follow Christ, bringing His message of love and hope into the world.

Fr. Joshy reflects on the life of St. Margaret Mary Alacoque, emphasizing her devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus and the importance of surrendering to God's will. He calls on us to be Christ's hands and feet in the world by sharing His love with others, especially through prayer, compassion, and mercy.

Fr. Ken reflects on the importance of God's wisdom and the challenges of following Christ. He emphasizes that true wealth lies in spiritual riches, not material, and calls on us to let go of attachments that hinder our path to eternal life.

Fr. Walsh reflects on the sanctity of life, emphasizing that all life is a gift from God and should be protected from conception to natural death. He addresses the topic of abortion and reminds us that, as baptized Christians, our bodies belong to God.

Fr. Joshy reflects on the importance of embracing humility and tolerance. He reminds us that following Christ means being open to the work of the Holy Spirit in unexpected ways and places. He calls on us to surrender our pride, embody Christ’s love and compassion, and share that love with others, especially those who are marginalized and in need.

Fr. Ken reflects on the importance of humility, wisdom, and service in living out our faith. He reminds us that following Christ may lead to challenges but encourages us to remain steadfast. True greatness, he says, comes from serving others, especially the most vulnerable, and living according to God’s will.