Homilies about persecution
Christ the King Catholic Church
Los Angeles, California
Laetare Sunday: How Suffering Reveals God's Work and the Light of Christ
Christ the King Catholic Church · Los Angeles, California · Mar 15, 2026
Sunday MassSpanishThis homily for the Fourth Sunday of Lent emphasizes Jesus as the light of the world, contrasting human judgment based on appearances with God's view of the heart. It explores how suffering can manifest God's works and highlights the importance of obeying one's conscience and embracing the truth of Christ to achieve human dignity and spiritual illumination, even in the face of persecution.
St. Linus Catholic Church
Norwalk, California
When Good Intentions Are Misunderstood: A Lenten Reflection
St. Linus Catholic Church · Norwalk, California · Mar 4, 2026
Daily MassThe homily addresses the challenge of being misunderstood when one's intentions are good, drawing parallels between the prophet Jeremiah, Jesus, and personal experiences. It emphasizes that our primary goal should be to please God, not people, and encourages bringing all misunderstandings and resentments to the Lord.