Fraternal correction – Being your brother’s keeper – Homily for the Twenty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year A
Ezekiel 33:7-9; Psalm 95; Romans 13:8-10; Matthew 18:15-20 A lot is always being talked about the corporal works of mercy which include: Feed the hungry; Give drink to the thirsty; Clothe the naked; Shelter the homeless; Visit the sick; Visit the imprisoned and Bury the dead. Most times, we completely forget about the spiritual works…
Offer yourselves as a living sacrifice – Homily for the Twenty-Second Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year A
Readings: Jeremiah 20:7-9, Psalm 62, Romans 12:1-2, Matthew 16: 21-27 The readings today encourage us to overcome all reluctance and obstacles and to surrender ourselves to Christ completely. In the first reading, Jeremiah lamented: “Lord, you have seduced me; you have overpowered me.” He complained about the toughness of his mission. Lord God, you did…
God’s call and gift are irrevocable and universal – Homily for the Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year A
Isa 56:1, 6–7; Psalm 66; Rom 11:13–15, 29–32; Matthew 15:21–28 This Sunday, the Church wishes to emphasise God’s invitation and mercy towards all humanity. It is an invitation and a mercy without boundaries. In other words, we all have equal opportunities through our response of faith. In the first reading, God promises to unite all…
Fr. Valentine Umoh 