Homilies about moral law
St. Bernard
Crawfordsville, Indiana
Why God's Laws Are a Gift, Not a Burden
St. Bernard · Crawfordsville, Indiana · Mar 11, 2026
Daily MassThis homily challenges the modern aversion to 'laws' within Christianity and secular culture, arguing that God's laws, both moral and liturgical, are not burdens but gifts that lead to wisdom, holiness, and true freedom. Drawing from Deuteronomy and Matthew, the homilist emphasizes that the law is a path to happiness and fulfillment, a source of pride for ancient Israelites, and a beautiful instruction for how God wishes to be worshipped and how we are to live.
National Shrine of the Divine Mercy
Stockbridge, Massachusetts
Fulfilling the Law: Why Jesus Didn't Abolish the Old Testament
National Shrine of the Divine Mercy · Stockbridge, Massachusetts · Mar 11, 2026
Daily MassThe homily clarifies Jesus' statement about fulfilling, not abolishing, the law. It distinguishes between ritual/dietary laws, which Christ fulfilled, and moral laws, which he elevated and are still binding. The priest warns against modern interpretations that seek to redefine moral truths, emphasizing that true freedom lies in choosing the 'way of life' through obedience to God's will, rather than determining good and evil for ourselves.
St. John Neumann
Eagan, Minnesota
Understanding the Law: Moral, Ceremonial, and Civil
St. John Neumann · Eagan, Minnesota · Mar 11, 2026
Daily MassThe homily clarifies Jesus' statement about fulfilling the law, not abolishing it, by distinguishing between moral, ceremonial, and civil laws in the Jewish tradition. It explains how the ceremonial and civil laws are fulfilled in Christ and the Church, while the moral law is elevated. The core message emphasizes that the ultimate law is love, and Christians are called to teach this love through their example, avoiding scandal and leading others to Christ.