Homilies about friendship
Father Andy Matajvik
Chicago, Illinois
St. Benedict and the Power of 'Always Beginning Again'
Father Andy Matajvik
Holy Name Cathedral · Chicago, Illinois · Jul 11, 2026
Daily MassThe homily emphasizes that liturgy is a public worship requiring full participation, which stems from a deep personal friendship with God. Drawing on the example of St. Benedict and the prophet Isaiah, it highlights that encountering God in the Eucharist purifies us and empowers us to respond to God's call to spread His message, always remembering that God's mercy allows us to 'begin again' despite our failures.
Father Steven
Little Rock, Arkansas
50 Years as Christ's Bride: The Joyful Vocation of Sister Mary Francis
Father Steven
Our Lady of the Holy Souls · Little Rock, Arkansas · Jul 19, 2026
SpecialThis homily celebrates Sister Mary Francis Amanfo's Golden Jubilee, focusing on her 50 years of religious life as a bride of Christ. The speaker emphasizes how God chose her for joy, love, and friendship, highlighting her selfless service, especially in ministering to the sick despite her own battle with cancer. The homily encourages listeners to embrace God's will with confidence and to bear fruit that endures, inspired by Sister Mary Francis's example.