Homily Rewind from St. Margaret Mary Church

Everyone needs a fresh start. Deacon Tommy tells us that there is an unconditional love from our Father, and all we need to do is approach Him with a contrite heart, and He will run to us.

Jesus is the light of the world. Fr. Walsh tells us we need to look at ourselves and our faith commitment and continue to look up towards the light of Christ.

We are not called to be self-centered but to be God-centered. Fr. Shenoy tells us in order for us to do this we need the grace of God through conversion and the Sacrament of Reconciliation. View our confession schedule: https://stmargaretmary.org/sacraments/confession-schedule

When we receive the Eucharist, Jesus is fully present to us. Fr. Walsh asks us the question "Are we fully present to Him?" The Sacrament of Reconciliation is a great way to improve our relationship with the Lord. View our confession schedule: https://stmargaretmary.org/sacraments/confession-schedule

Bishop Noonan has named today Safe Haven Sunday. The goal is to help families with the resources they need to fight against pornography addiction. Please visit our website for more information for yourself or your family. https://stmargaretmary.org/safehaven

In the Gospel, Jesus is tempted in the desert. He overcomes temptation by doing what we are not always able to do. Fr. Walsh tells us that the Sacrament of Reconciliation is a great way to cleanse our souls and prepare for the risen Christ on Easter.

Listening isn't always easy, but it's exactly what Pope Francis is calling us to do for the Synod on Synodality. Fr Adam encourages all of us to take part in one of our parish listening sessions. Here's the link to sign up! https://stmargaretmary.org/synod

Deacon Dave tells us that we are called by God to love our enemies, and that we are enabled to actually do so, because of the love that we have received from God.

Deacon Tommy tells us the importance of love and forgiveness. He challenges us on this Missionary Discipleship Weekend to make our 'mission' reaching out to our brothers in sisters in Christ.

We are all challenged to 'Let Go'. Fr. Walsh asks us what is holding us back from becoming better Christians and to let those things go.

Are we all called by Jesus? Jesus says to us all, be not afraid and follow me. Fr. Shenoy tells us that our answer to this call should be "Yes Lord, send me."

We believe all people are God's people. Fr. Walsh tells us that we need to know, we are truly blessed, and we have a responsibility to help those in need.

We are called to receive Jesus through the Eucharist and the Word, and sent forth as the Body of Christ. Fr Adam tells us that while each part of the body is unique, everyone is essential to fulfilling the mission of the Church.

Welcome Party People! Deacon Tommy tells us if we bring our concerns and our prayers to the Blessed Mother, the feast will continue, and our prayers will continued to be answered.

What is something beautiful God has done in your life? Deacon Bill tells us we need to be joyful and see the goodness around us, in seeing the good, we will make the lives of those around us better.

Baptism is the entry into the Church. On the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord, Fr. Walsh tells us that during Baptism, the Holy Spirit is called upon us. This call not only calls us to serve but the call to evangelize the Gospel to others.

From the time of Christ's birth, he is affirmed to be the true king, and hated by the world. Who do we say Jesus is, and what do we do in response?

Deacon Tommy tells us that the gift of Jesus' birth created a family, not just the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph, but a Catholic family in which we are all included. Let us continue to embrace this very special family the entire year.

The Holy Family is an example of great love. Deacon Dave encourages us to pattern our lives, and our relationships with our family, on the love that the Holy Family showed each other.

Fr. Anthony: Christmas Eve 10pm by St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church

Fr. Walsh: Christmas Eve 8pm by St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church

Fr. Shenoy: Christmas Eve 6pm by St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church

Fr. Adam: Christmas Eve 4pm by St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church

Fr. Shenoy reads messages about different Christmas experiences. He tells us we need to follow Mary's example in the Gospel and let our Christmas experience become an authentic outpouring of love.

Sin is a failure to respond to God's invitation in our life. Fr. Walsh invites us to prepare the way for the Lord in our lives, the way to do this is to remove what is keeping us from God through the Sacrament of Reconciliation.