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The Samaritan Woman: More Than a Sign | One-Minute Homily
It seems that today’s readings are all about water, but Jeff Ryan Miraflor, SJ, wants to go deeper.
Don’t Tempt Me! Jesus in the Desert | One-Minute Homily
Just like Jesus in the desert, we are tempted on a regular basis. Damian Torres-Botello, SJ, reminds us that Jesus is both our model and our biggest support when trying to avoid temptation.
Baptism of the Lord: Big Moments | One-Minute Homily
What are some of the biggest moments of your life? For God, it was your baptism. Fr. Joe Laramie, SJ, reflects on the Baptism of the Lord and the moment when we were brought into the family of God. Based on the readings for January 12, 2020....
The Epiphany: Chasing Stars | One-Minute Homily
What is it that leads you closer to Christ? Damian Torres-Botello, SJ, reflects on the Epiphany, when the Magi were led to Jesus by a star. Based on the readings for January 5, 2019. https://youtu.be/xeWcq6ZWZQY Look up! Go on, look up! Can you find your star?! Hello!...
First Week of Advent: Stay Awake! | One-Minute Homily
Advent is here and Jesus reminds us to be attentive and stay awake! Damian Torres-Botello, SJ, kicks off a brand new season and new look to the One-Minute Homily. Based on the readings for Sunday, December 1. https://youtu.be/_Pd0cT90od4 It’s Advent! Stay awake! Let...
One-Minute Homily: “The Names of the Poor”
Jesus gives us a warning not to neglect the poor through the story of Lazarus and the rich man. Br. Ken Homan, SJ, reminds us to keep this in mind with migrants and refugees in this week's One-Minute Homily. Prepared for the World Day of Migrants and Refugees and...
Advent: Learning to Wait | One-Minute Homily
Time is at a premium for many in December. Ty Wahlbrink, SJ extends an invitation to practice patient awaiting this Advent to look for the ways God is breaking into the world. Based on the readings for the First Sunday of Advent.
A God Who Remembers | One-Minute Homily
All Souls Day is an annual reminder that our deceased loved ones are in the hands of God. Will Hayes, SJ reflects how this special feast day reminds us of an eternal truth: we have a God who remembers. Based on the readings for The Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed.
Our Call to Sainthood | One-Minute Homily
On All Saints Day, the Church celebrates countless holy men and women. Ty Wahlbrink, SJ reflects how this feast—especially with the Gospel reading of the Beatitudes—reminds us Catholics that we are all called to be saints. Based on the readings for the Solemnity of All Saints.