Homilies about values
St. Cecilia (Divine Mercy Parish)
Brooklyn, New York
The Narrow Road to Holiness: Why Bumpy Paths Lead to Greatness
St. Cecilia (Divine Mercy Parish) · Brooklyn, New York · Jun 23, 2026
Sunday MassThe homily emphasizes the 'golden rule' and the 'narrow road' to holiness, contrasting it with the 'highway to hell.' It highlights the importance of prioritizing foundational values and remaining focused on one's ultimate destiny with God, even when the path is challenging.
Presentation
Upper Saddle River, New Jersey
Building Your Life on the Historical Jesus, Not Your Imagination
Presentation · Upper Saddle River, New Jersey · Jun 25, 2026
Daily MassThis homily emphasizes the importance of building our lives on the historical Jesus found in scripture, rather than personal interpretations or imaginations. It warns against using the Bible to justify vengeance or personal opinions, stressing that Christ is the ultimate revelation of the Father and the true foundation for our values and decisions.
Ave Maria
Parker, Colorado
Building Your Life on Rock: Enduring Storms with a Strong Foundation
Ave Maria · Parker, Colorado · Jun 25, 2026
Daily MassThe homily reflects on the Gospel parable of building a house on rock versus sand, emphasizing that a strong foundation in life is built on invisible values like integrity, faith, and compassion, not external achievements or fleeting pleasures. It encourages listeners to examine what truly sustains them and to build their lives on the enduring values of the Gospel, especially Christ as the foundation.