Homily Rewind from St. Margaret Mary Church

Deacon Bill tells us that we need to focus on what we need, as opposed to what we want. If we can deprive ourselves of our wants, we can more deeply appreciate everything else in our life.

Fr. Walsh talks to us all about prayer. He tells how important it is to pray, even if we become distracted. We must continue to make prayer an important part of our lives.

Deacon Walt introduces himself to our parish, he then tells us that hospitality is the theme of the readings, both action and contemplation are both equally important!

Who is better Martha or Mary? Fr. Joshy asks us today which is better the listening spirit of Mary or the working spirit of Martha? He tells us the key is balance, both body and soul, in the end Jesus just needs people who will do His work.

The story of the Good Samaritan is not only a parable but a way of life. Deacon Tommy tells us that we need to have compassion and to be open to help every person who is need.

Jesus sends the 72 to proclaim the kingdom to the places he intends to visit. We are sent forth at each Mass to do the same, leading others closer to Jesus.

How do you become Holy? Fr. Walsh talks about his pilgrimage to France, he tells us about St. Margaret Mary and St. John Vianney, one became holy through prayer and the other one through works. He says in order to become holy depends on how we spend our time, talent, and treasure.

Faith does not make life easy, but it makes life meaningful. Bishop Noonan asks us if we are ready to surrender to the power of God in our lives and if are open to see who He truly is?

Fr. Shenoy talks about the call to Religious Life. He challenges us to pray for vocations and to talk about this option within our families.

Deacon Dave reminds us that we worship one God in Three Persons, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit whose love cannot help but overflow in loving acts of creation, in taking delight in the human race, and in calling us, as his children, to be like him in loving and caring for others.