Homily Rewind from St. Margaret Mary Church

"I wish I could do it all over again" is a statement Fr. Walsh has heard many times. He tells us we need to make sure our life counts and that we do not have any regrets when we face that eternal door at the end.

Today we hear the parable of the weeds and the wheat. Fr. Walsh reminds us we are all God's children and we are all going to be judged. We are all challenged to find an area in our lives that we need to work on to bring us closer to God. He also tells us we, as a community, we are never alone.

The power of one seed can change the world. Fr. Joshy tells us of a type of seed that changed the entire economy of India. One seed of faith that falls on good soil in a person that is receptive to His message can make a difference in this world.

Each one of us carries a burden... Deacon Bill tells us we need to pray to Jesus, and give to Him our wants and our needs. Jesus may help us with our wants.... but He WILL give us what we need.

The two Steves… Fr. Walsh tells us of two individuals who lived the mission of Jesus, this is a call of commitment, dedication and sacrifice. Fr. Walsh tells us we are never alone. When we come to Mass, Jesus is always with us and we are called to live out His Gospel Message.

Do not be afraid! Fr. Joshy tells us that if fear rules our life we are not living the Gospel. If we live a life truly united with God, we have nothing to fear!

We are all called to be witnesses of God's truth. Deacon Dave tells us small things change history, and even the smallest gesture of sharing our faith can make the biggest difference to those we meet.

Where is everybody? In this information age people seem to be missing. Fr. Walsh tells us Jesus is always here, always present in the Eucharist. It is not just a symbol but Christ is truly present in the Eucharist!

1+1+1=1. Fr. Joshy tells us that the mystery of the Trinity is more to be experienced than to be understood. One God has revealed Himself to us in three persons, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

Christmas. Easter. Pentecost. Fr. Walsh tells us these are the three big Feasts in the Catholic year. On Pentecost, the Lord gives us the gift of His Spirit. In order to take full of advantage of this gift we need to be open to what the Lord is calling us to do. The question is asked, what ministries can we be involved in?