Homilies about heart
St. Paul the Apostle
New York, New York
Why God Cares More About Your Heart Than Your Wealth
St. Paul the Apostle · New York, New York · Mar 5, 2026
Daily MassThe homily reflects on the parable of the rich man and Lazarus, cautioning against the self-deception of wealth and the pursuit of material gain. It emphasizes that God is not impressed by possessions or achievements, but by the state of our hearts and our capacity for love and peace, especially during the Lenten season.
St. Margaret Mary
Winter Park, Florida
Is Your Heart Hardened? A Lenten Call to Self-Reflection
St. Margaret Mary · Winter Park, Florida · Mar 5, 2026
Daily MassThe homily emphasizes the need for self-reflection and a conversion of heart during Lent, drawing parallels between the rich man in the Gospel and our own potential for hardened hearts. It challenges listeners to examine what they are still holding onto and whether their Lenten practices are truly bringing them closer to God, rather than just being mechanical actions.
St. William Catholic Church
Naples, Florida
Forgiveness: More Than a Rule, It's a Journey of the Heart
St. William Catholic Church · Naples, Florida · Mar 10, 2026
Daily MassThe homily emphasizes that forgiveness is not a mere observance of rules but a profound journey of the heart, expanding beyond simple multiplication to a new mindset. It highlights the importance of forgiving oneself and accepting God's forgiveness as prerequisites to truly forgiving others, ultimately leading to inner peace and liberation.
St. Benedict
Chesapeake, Virginia
Beyond Rules: Why Selfishness is the Root of All Sin
St. Benedict · Chesapeake, Virginia · Mar 11, 2026
Daily MassThis homily warns against reducing faith to mere legalism and external rule-following, emphasizing that true defilement comes from the heart, not outward actions. It challenges listeners to delve deeper into their conscience, identifying selfishness as the root of all sin, and striving for a love of God and neighbor that transcends simple obedience.
Our Lady of Mount Carmel
Ridgewood, New Jersey
Beyond Justice: Why Jesus Calls Us to a Transformed Heart of Love
Our Lady of Mount Carmel · Ridgewood, New Jersey · Mar 11, 2026
Daily MassThe homily emphasizes that Jesus came not for mere justice, but for love, calling us to a transformation of the heart beyond external obedience to the law. It challenges listeners to identify areas where their hearts are hardened and need softening, especially in a society that often promotes hardening of hearts, and to instead pursue the pathway to joy, fulfillment, and love that Christ offers.