Homilies about reason
Our Lady of the Rosary
Land O Lakes, Florida
¿Por qué Dios se Esconde? Fe, Libertad y el Deseo Humano
Our Lady of the Rosary · Land O Lakes, Florida · Mar 4, 2026
DevotionSpanishThis homily, part of a Lenten Parish Mission, explores the nature of faith as a reasonable act of trust, not blind belief. It argues that God hides himself not to make belief difficult, but to allow for a free act of love, emphasizing that true human flourishing and the fulfillment of our deepest desires are found in Christ. The homily challenges the modern tendency to suppress desire and highlights how faith in Christ enables a vibrant, fully human life, contrasting it with the emptiness of atheistic materialism.
Holy Family
Stow, Ohio
Faith and Reason: How God Heals Beyond Logic
Holy Family · Stow, Ohio · Mar 9, 2026
Daily MassThe homily explores the relationship between faith and reason, drawing on the story of Naaman's healing. It argues that God's gifts include both scientific advancements and the call to faith, and that true understanding and healing often come when we approach life's challenges by trusting God, even when the path seems illogical.
Our Lady of Peace
Erie, Pennsylvania
Faith and Reason: Engaging Your Whole Self in Love of God
Our Lady of Peace · Erie, Pennsylvania · Mar 13, 2026
Daily MassThe homily emphasizes the agreement between Jesus and the scribe on the greatest commandments, highlighting that loving God involves not just the will but also the mind and understanding. It stresses that faith and reason are not opposed but work together towards growing in communion with God and living truth, especially during Lent.