Homilies about eternity
Sacred Heart
Southbury, Connecticut
What is Your Deepest Fear? A Homily on Overcoming Anxiety with Faith
Sacred Heart · Southbury, Connecticut · Jun 21, 2026
Sunday MassThe homily explores the pervasive human experience of fear, contrasting it with God's repeated reassurance to 'not be afraid.' The priest encourages listeners to identify their deepest fears, such as failure or not being good enough, and bring them into the light of Christ's teachings. He emphasizes that those who live according to God's will and maintain an eternal perspective will be vindicated, and the only true fear should be that which severs one's relationship with God.
Our Lady Star of the Sea
Staten Island, New York
Are You 'Sincere' Enough to Receive God's Grace?
Our Lady Star of the Sea · Staten Island, New York · Jul 12, 2026
Sunday MassThe homily uses the parable of the sower and an ancient Roman story about pottery to emphasize the lasting importance of character over transient worldly possessions. It explains how a flawed character, like a cracked pot filled with wax, cannot fully receive God's grace, while a sincere, 'without wax' character, cultivated through prayer and confession, can bear fruit for eternity. The priest connects the word 'sincere' to its Latin roots 'sin cera' (without wax), highlighting the call to be authentic and open to God's grace.
St. Gabriel the Archangel
Louisville, Kentucky
Your Eternal Destiny: The Choice Between Wheat and Weeds
St. Gabriel the Archangel · Louisville, Kentucky · Jul 19, 2026
Sunday MassThe homily focuses on Jesus' parable of the weeds and wheat, emphasizing the reality of eternity and the two possible destinations: heaven or hell. The priest stresses that our choice to accept or reject Jesus in this life determines our eternal destiny, urging listeners to reflect on their love for Christ and how it manifests in their outward lives.