Category Archives: Sunday Homily

January 22, 2023 – Partners in the Gospel

The sermon addresses the urgency of the “Partners in the Gospel” initiative by the Archdiocese of Seattle, highlighting the staggering loss of Christians, with 1.1 million leaving the faith annually. The preacher emphasizes that while significant resources are available within the Church, they are often ineffectively utilized. The call to unity among parishes is made, challenging congregations to move past internal divisions and focus on evangelization. The goal is to collaborate over three years, ultimately becoming one canonical parish, effectively preaching the gospel together.

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January 08, 2023 – Invited into the Family of God

The sermon reflects on the concept of familial unity, paralleling it with humanity’s relationship with God. It suggests that genuine unity among people stems solely from their Creator. It emphasizes the role of the Church as a welcoming entity for all nations, reinforcing the importance of evangelization through truth and happiness to restore divine kinship.

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December 18, 2022 – Being “Fine”

The reflection on the 4th Sunday of Advent discusses King Ahaz’s refusal to seek a sign from God during a political crisis in Judah. Despite the prophet Isaiah encouraging him to trust in God’s protection, Ahaz relies on diplomacy with Assyria. This narrative serves as a metaphor for how individuals often resist divine guidance, fearing the necessary changes it may bring. Ultimately, the message urges openness to God’s will, highlighting unexpected blessings through faith in Him.

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