The Word of God in the Life of the Church
At every Holy Mass, the Church listens to the Word of God.
The readings from Sacred Scripture are not simply texts from the past. Through them, God continues to speak to His people, calling us to faith, conversion, hope and a deeper friendship with Jesus Christ.
The homily belongs within that celebration of the Mass. It helps us listen more carefully to the Scriptures, understand them within the faith of the Church, and recognise what the Lord is asking of us in our lives today.
The homilies published here are offered so that you can return to the Word of God after Mass, reflect upon it more deeply, and carry it into the week ahead.
They may also be helpful to those who were unable to be present, those returning to the practice of the faith, or anyone wishing to grow in their understanding of Catholic teaching.
They are, however, not a substitute for coming to Holy Mass. The Christian life is centred upon worship, prayer, the sacraments and belonging to the life of the Church.
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Latest Homilies
The most recent Sunday and Holy Day homilies are shown below.
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Reading the Signs: Recognising Christ’s Urgent Call. Homily, 23rd October.
Discover how to recognise God’s presence in your life today. Embrace humility, patience, and love to grow closer to Christ.
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Transformative Fire: Allowing Christ to Change Your Heart. Homily, 22nd October
Explore how Christ’s transformative fire changes us from within, strengthening our faith and challenging our comfort zones with love.
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Understanding Stewardship: Our Gifts and Responsibilities. Homily, 21st October
Explore the profound responsibilities that come with God’s gifts and how faithfulness should shape our stewardship in everyday life.
Returning to a Homily
A homily does not need to be read only once.
Sometimes a particular Scripture passage or teaching speaks to something happening in our lives. Returning to it quietly can help us notice something we missed the first time.
You might simply:
- read the Gospel or Scripture passage again;
- read the homily slowly;
- notice one sentence or idea that particularly strikes you;
- speak to the Lord about it in prayer;
- ask what concrete response He may be asking of you.
The purpose is not simply to acquire more information.
The Word of God is meant to lead us towards Christ, conversion and holiness.
Continue Growing in Faith
The parish website contains other resources which can help you go deeper.
Bible Studies
If a homily makes you want to understand Sacred Scripture more fully, our Bible Studies explore the Bible within the faith and Tradition of the Catholic Church.
Living the Catholic Life
Faith must become part of ordinary life. These practical guides look at prayer, the Holy Mass, Confession, Christian habits, penance, holiness and living faithfully from day to day.
Defending the Faith
If you would like clearer explanations of Catholic beliefs, practices and common questions about the Church, visit our Defending the Faith series.
Grow in Faith
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“Lord, to whom shall we go? Thou hast the words of eternal life.”
John 6:69
