Homilies about social media
St. Brendan the Navigator
Hilliard, Ohio
The Danger of Judging Others and Spreading Gossip
St. Brendan the Navigator · Hilliard, Ohio · Jun 22, 2026
Daily MassThe homily emphasizes the dangers of judging others based on incomplete information and the sinfulness of gossip. The priest shares personal anecdotes about people making assumptions about his busy schedule as a priest and the rampant rumor mill regarding priest assignments, illustrating how easily flawed judgments and harmful gossip can spread, especially in the age of social media.
Holy Family
Novi, Michigan
The Virtue of Prudence: What to Share (and Not Share) in the Social Media Age
Holy Family · Novi, Michigan · Jun 23, 2026
Daily MassThe homily emphasizes the virtue of prudence, particularly in the context of sharing personal information and spiritual graces in the age of social media. Drawing from the Gospel's warning not to 'throw pearls before swine,' the priest encourages discernment about what, when, and how to share, suggesting that some treasures are meant to be kept private or shared only in appropriate contexts to avoid harm or discouragement to others.