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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Stay With Christ: Preparing for Eternity in Daily Life. Homily, 13th November
Reflect on Noah, Lot and Christ’s warning: stay faithful to truth, love and eternal life instead of drifting through ordinary life.
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The Kingdom of God Is Here: Finding Christ in the Ordinary. Homily, 12th November
Reflect on Christ’s quiet Kingdom, the Cross, Onesimus, Philemon and Saint Josaphat, and learn to recognise God in the ordinary.
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The One Who Turned Back: Mercy, Faith and Grace. Homily, 11th November
Reflect on Christ’s mercy through the ten lepers and St Martin, learning to give thanks, turn back and recognise Him in those in need.
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The Oil of Holiness: Preparing for Christ’s Return. Homily, 32nd Sunday of Ordinary Time, 8th November
Explore the Parable of the Ten Bridesmaids: why holiness, charity, repentance and a living faith cannot be borrowed or postponed.
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The Dishonest Steward and Our Citizenship in Heaven. Homily, 6th November
Jesus’ parable urges urgent conversion: earthly life is temporary, so use time, wealth and influence wisely, preparing through Christ for resurrection and our true citizenship in heaven.
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Lost Sheep, Found Grace: Christ’s Mercy for Sinners. Homily, 5th November
Jesus reveals God’s relentless mercy: sinners are not discarded but sought, carried home and celebrated. Like Saint Paul, we find freedom when Christ, not achievement, becomes our treasure.
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Counting the Cost of Discipleship: Lessons from Saint Charles Borromeo
Jesus emphasises the importance of counting the cost of discipleship. Saint Charles Borromeo demonstrates this through his commitment to Church reform, embodying selflessness and responsibility while recognising that true Christian life demands sacrifice.
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.
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“Lord, to whom shall we go? Thou hast the words of eternal life.”
John 6:69
