Pentecost Sunday, Year A
Category Archives: Homily
May 14, 2023 – Part of a Larger Story
The homily emphasizes that the Annual Catholic Appeal transcends mere finance, uniting parishioners in a greater communal narrative rooted in faith. Tithing serves as a spiritual practice, encouraging discipline in giving while connecting individuals to the history and mission of the broader Church. Community and shared responsibility are central themes.
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May 07, 2023 – We Need Deacons!
The homily discusses the diaconate’s role in the Church, emphasizing the balance of priest, prophet, and king and their fulfillment in Jesus. It highlights how deacons support priests in pastoral care, responding to community needs. The Archdiocese of Seattle seeks new deacon candidates aged 35-56 to serve effectively in this ministry.
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April 23, 2023 – Evangelizing through our Passions
The sermon emphasizes the urgent need for evangelization amid the Church’s crisis of de-Christianization in the West. True evangelization stems from sharing personal passions about faith, rather than traditional preaching. By inviting others into their fervor for Christianity, believers can effectively share their experiences of the risen Lord, thus reviving interest in the faith.
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