Sunday and Daily Mass Homilies by Fr. Aristotle

Monday Mass. 5.11.26.

In this homily, I reflect on Lydia from Acts 16 — a woman who was already open to God, and because she was listening, she received even more grace. The invitation is simple: stay, listen, and surrender. When we stop demanding and start receiving, grace doesn't stop flowing.

Sunday Mass. 5.10.26.

In this homily, I reflect on the Holy Spirit as God who carries us when life feels too heavy to bear alone.

Friday Mass. 5.08.26.

In this homily, I reflect on the two ways we come to God — through fear or through love — and how Jesus calls us not slaves, but friends. Drawing from John 15, I share a personal moment from my time as a priest that changed how I understood God's presence in my weakness. If you've ever felt like God is waiting to punish you, this one is for you.

Wednesday Mass. 5.06.26.

We live in an individualistic age where it's easy to follow Jesus on our own terms. In this homily, I share why the Church is not a obstacle to faith, but the very structure God uses to bring us grace.

Tuesday Mass. 5.05.26.

Hardships are part of following Christ — not a sign that God has abandoned you. Reflecting on St. Paul's words and Jesus' promise of peace, we explore why trials are necessary.

Monday Mass. 5.04.26.

In this homily, I reflect on why God doesn't simply reveal Himself to the whole world — and why love and humility are the only doors He will walk through. Drawing from John 14, I explore how knowing Jesus is a lifelong journey, not a single moment.

Sunday Mass. 5.03.26.

A homily on John 14 — Jesus as the way, the truth, and the life. I talk about heaven, the sacraments, and why keeping eternity in view changes how we live today.

Friday School Mass. 5.01.26.

A homily on John 14 — Jesus tells his disciples "I am the way, the truth, and the life." I reflect on why heaven is not just a comforting idea but something worth pursuing, and why Jesus himself is the only path to get there.

Wednesday Mass. 4.29.26.

In today's homily, I reflect on one of the most powerful lines in Acts: "The word of God continued to spread and grow" — written right after the death of King Herod, the most powerful man of his time. No external force, no opposition, nothing can stop the Church when God is with it. I also draw from the life of Saint Catherine of Siena and her concept of the "inner cell" — the awareness that God dwells within us everywhere we go. You are baptized. You are confirmed. The Spirit is in you. The question is: are you surrendering to that Spirit and letting God use you in the world?

Tuesday Mass. 4.28.26.

In today's homily, I reflect on what it truly means to be a Christian—not just going to Mass, but having a real, living relationship with Jesus. Drawing from the first time followers of Christ were called "Christians" in Acts, and from Jesus' words in John 10, I ask the question: if you were put on trial for being a Christian, would there be enough evidence? Jesus says His sheep hear His voice, know Him, and follow Him. That's the invitation for each of us today.