Homily Archive (Page 23)

Marcy DeJesus shares about the Buddy Readers program at Spiritus Christi and that so much of our ability to learn and change requires encouragement. She continues to speak about what this looks like in the Buddy Readers program and even everyday in our own lives. Even small mustard seeds of encouragement can create big things in others and our own lives.

We celebrate the Feast of Pentecost and Rev. Myra reflects on the power of the spirit!

Davis Craig shares about his trip to Chiapas, Mexico and what he learned through the process.

In today’s gospel Jesus promised that he was sending someone to be with us – no matter what we go through.  He sent his spirit to see us through and asks that we do the same for others.

Jesus asks us to love one another unconditionally – as he has loved us. How can we do this in a time of physical distancing?

Rev Myra helps us to celebrate Mother’s Day by sharing her story of motherhood and how those around her taught her and influenced her through her journey as a mother not only to her own, but to many other children who have needed her.  

Siobhan Potter closes out the religious education year by reminding us the importance of focusing in on that one voice; Jesus.  She goes on to explain that even though the children and teens are not here in their classrooms and they were unable to finish the year together, they continue to follow Jesus’ voice by showing love and spreading joy to others in many ways. 

We only have one Earth. Rev Mary preaches about the importance of our planet and who we are here and the impact we make. We must see what is before us and to prepare ourselves for its’ future.

In a time where many are feeling isolated, anxious and depressed, Father Jim preaches about the value of making space to be open to our grief. The scripture tells us Jesus says he is with us and though we face uncertainty, we must have faith to believe even though we may not see.