Homily Rewind from St. Margaret Mary Church

On the Feast of the Holy Family, Fr. Walsh shares his story, He talks about his family and growing up in Ireland.

Mary placed her faith and trust in God when she gave her yes to Gabriel, even though she didn't know what her response would bring. We too are called to respond courageously to what God is calling each of us to.

We are all part of God's plan. Deacon Nemsy tells us that we are all special in God's eyes and that our goal, like John the Baptist's goal, is to point to Jesus.

Deacon Bill encourages us today to realize our gifts and to use them to build up the Kingdom of God. He also reminds us of the importance of our words and actions. We need to use them to point towards Christ.

This Advent we are called to repent and seek forgiveness for our sins. Fr. Shenoy tells us, during this season of Advent, we need to take inventory of our lives and make the needed changes.

If Jesus showed up today would you be ready? Fr. Walsh tells us that the season of Advent is a time to get ourselves ready in order to receive the Lord at Christmas. In order to do this, he stresses the Sacrament of Reconciliation.

Jesus Christ our king laid down his life for us. As his people, he calls us to imitate him. Fr. Adam asks us today to pray about how we can receive the Grace of God, into our hearts, this upcoming Advent Season.”

Deacon Dave talks about the parables in the recent Gospels. He tells us our faith is not only about knowing God in our head but knowing God in our hearts, and the need to embrace His love in order to share it to those around us.

Our God is a God of mercy and love. Deacon Tommy tells us today that this love and mercy ceases to exist if we don't pass it along to those who need it. We are all called to share these blessings in our everyday lives.

Peace be with you! Fr. Shenoy tells us we need need to act justly, work for peace, and do what God desires of us. He stresses to us that we need to be guided by love in all that we do.