Homilies about worth
St. Ann
Channahon, Illinois
The Deeper Thirst: What the Samaritan Woman Teaches Us About Fulfillment
St. Ann · Channahon, Illinois · Mar 8, 2026
Sunday MassThe homily reflects on the Gospel of the Samaritan woman at the well, emphasizing that Jesus offers living water to quench our deeper thirst for fulfillment, not just physical thirst. It highlights how Jesus breaks social norms and sees the woman's worth despite societal judgment, waiting for her just as he waits for us, especially during Lent. The core message encourages taking a risk of faith to receive God's abundant living water, comparing it to priming a pump.
St. Thomas Aquinas
Madison, Wisconsin
The Immense Value of Your Life: Why Jesus Paid the Ultimate Ransom
St. Thomas Aquinas · Madison, Wisconsin · Mar 4, 2026
Daily MassThe homily reflects on the concept of 'ransom' from the Gospel, drawing a parallel to modern-day kidnappings in Nigeria where the value of a person dictates the ransom fee. The priest emphasizes that Jesus Christ's life was the ultimate ransom paid for humanity, signifying our immense worth to God and calling us to live lives worthy of this divine gift.
St Raphael the Archangel
Louisville, Kentucky
Why Jesus Had to Meet the Samaritan Woman (And Why He Wants to Meet You)
St Raphael the Archangel · Louisville, Kentucky · Mar 8, 2026
Sunday MassThe homily focuses on Jesus' intentional journey through Samaria to meet the Samaritan woman at the well, emphasizing that this encounter was 'necessary' not for geographical reasons, but because she mattered to God. It highlights how Jesus sees and values those who feel ashamed and invisible, offering them salvation and a new identity, and invites listeners to recognize that Jesus is waiting to meet them in their own moments of shame and thirst.