Don't forget that Jesus has involved you in His mission. Let's dispense with the distractions and get to work. Homily for the Ascension of the Lord.

Jesus said that if we love him, we'll keep his commandments and he will send us the Holy Spirit. This implies that something is present that allows the Holy Spirit to do his work. Homily for the 6th Sunday of Easter and Mothers Day.

Our church will no doubt be a reflection of God's building us up into a spiritual house, but He has left space for us to contribute, too. Let's work to assure that the church really is an authentic reflection of our life of faith. Homily for the Fifth Sunday of Easter and our annual Discipleship Renewal.

By saying that He is the gate, and on the other side is salvation, Jesus seems to be suggesting that following Him has to do only with the individual and Jesus--walk through the gate and be saved. But upon closer inspection, it's clear the Apostles understood that differently. Homily for the Fourth Sunday of Easter.

Homily for the Resurrection of Jesus Christ.

Homily for Good Friday.

Homily for Holy Thursday.

Christ became poor to enrich us. What real impact does that have on our lives? Palm Sunday Homily.

If Lazarus' illness and death were for the glory of God--that who He is might be revealed--then might our sufferings and sadnesses be part of God's larger plan? Homily for the Fifth Sunday of Ordinary Time.

Freedom from fears is possible, but it seems to require admitting our ignorance and limitations. Homily for the Fourth Sunday of Lent.