Homilies about mystery
Nativity of Our Lady
San Luis Obispo, California
Why God's Truths Don't Always Make Sense to Us
Nativity of Our Lady · San Luis Obispo, California · Mar 7, 2026
Vigil MassThe homily explores the idea that some truths exist even if we don't fully understand or believe them, drawing a parallel between the Samaritan woman's encounter with Jesus and a scene from the movie 'City of Angels'. It emphasizes that God often reveals himself in unexpected and complex ways, urging patience and openness to mystery rather than demanding immediate comprehension. The homily concludes by connecting this theme to the RCIA scrutinies, inviting the faithful to scrutinize their own hearts and allow God's mystery to unfold over time.
Holy Family Catholic Church
Artesia, California
Finding Faith in the Face of Death's Mystery: A Funeral Homily
Holy Family Catholic Church · Artesia, California · Mar 11, 2026
FuneralThe homily reflects on the mystery of death and the human question of 'why' in the face of loss, particularly in the context of a funeral for Daisy Canlas. The priest acknowledges the pain and uncertainty, drawing parallels to Mary and Martha's questioning of Jesus in the Gospel. He emphasizes that faith allows us to trust that answers will come, even if not immediately or in this lifetime, and highlights the quiet faith and service of the deceased.
St. Helena Cathedral
Helena, Montana
Trusting God's Mysterious Will: Lessons from Naaman and St. Francis of Rome
St. Helena Cathedral · Helena, Montana · Mar 9, 2026
Daily MassThe homily explores the mystery of God's particularity in choosing whom to favor, as seen in the readings about Naaman the Syrian and the widow of Zarephath. It emphasizes the importance of trusting in God's will and love, even when His plans are not fully understood, and highlights the example of St. Francis of Rome as a beacon of faith and goodness.
Abbatial Church of St. Gregory
Portsmouth, Rhode Island
Finding God's Presence in Your Chalice of Suffering
Abbatial Church of St. Gregory · Portsmouth, Rhode Island · Mar 4, 2026
Daily MassThe homily reflects on the chalice of suffering that all people receive in life, drawing parallels between Old Testament wisdom on suffering as a mysterious presence of God and New Testament understanding of suffering as containing the glory of the Son of God. The priest emphasizes that Jesus himself drank from this bitter chalice first, inviting the faithful to recognize Christ's presence in their own suffering, whether from physical ailments, injustice, abuse, or family brokenness.
American Martyrs
Queens, New York
Is Your Faith a Problem or a Mystery? Deeper Belief in Christ
American Martyrs · Queens, New York · Mar 16, 2026
Daily MassThe homily challenges the common human tendency to seek signs and wonders before believing, drawing from the Gospel story of the royal official. It emphasizes that faith in Christ is an endless mystery, like a well with no bottom, offering ever-deeper refreshment and understanding. The speaker encourages continuous spiritual growth and a deeper dive into the mysteries of faith, especially as Holy Week approaches.
St. Francis Xavier
Mc Kean, Pennsylvania
Why Our Senses Fail Us in the Eucharist (and How Faith Helps)
St. Francis Xavier · Mc Kean, Pennsylvania · Mar 12, 2026
DevotionThis homily, delivered during an Adoration service, focuses on the nature of faith as a spiritual sight that transcends our physical senses, particularly in understanding the Eucharist. Drawing from the Gospel of John's account of the man born blind, the homilist emphasizes that faith, a gift received at baptism, allows us to perceive Jesus' real presence in the Eucharist even when our human senses fail to do so. He encourages listeners to pray for an increase in faith to deepen their spiritual perception.