Homily Rewind from St. Margaret Mary Church

Fr. Joshy gives his homily this Christmas, he reminds us that the Christmas message is one of love, joy and hope.

On this last week of Advent, Deacon Bill challenges us to take some time to sit in front of the Nativity. He asks us to reflect and to put ourselves into the scene with Jesus at His birth.

We all need a little more peace. Deacon Tommy reminds us to be aware of God presence in our lives. He is always with us and that His true peace leads us to His gift of grace.

Rejoice! Fr. Walsh tells us on "Gaudete Sunday" we need to prepare for the Lord at Christmas by rejoicing in Him. He reminds us the best way to do this is participating in the Sacrament of Reconciliation.

Change is part of Advent. Fr. Joshy challenges us to be inconvenienced by the demands of the Gospel, and to be open to change our lives in order to prepare for the coming of our Lord at Christmas.

Deacon Tommy - Advent 12-02 by St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church

Fr. Walsh - Advent 12-01 by St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church

The first Sunday of Advent is about hope. Where do we place our hope? The readings point us towards the second coming of Christ. During this Advent season, take time to prepare your heart to celebrate Jesus' first coming, by recognizing it is the event that set in motion his second.

As we celebrate the Solemnity of Jesus Christ, King of the Universe, Fr. Walsh asks the question "How did Jesus become a King?" He tells us that Jesus, through His surrender, overcame this world and became King of our hearts.

To be a Christian means we are called to be different. Deacon Walt tells us we need to put the needs of others before our own, and challenges us what are we doing to be different?