Sunday and Daily Mass Homilies by Fr. Aristotle

Palm Sunday 2026. In this Palm Sunday homily, I reflect on Psalm 22, the silence of Jesus before Pilate, and why the answer to all our suffering and failure is found in the empty tomb on Easter Sunday.

Saturday Mass. 3.28.26. In this homily, I reflect on Caiaphas' prophecy, and why Holy Week is about sitting with Jesus and being grateful for what He did for you.

Friday Mass. 3.29.26. In this Homily, I reflect on the prophet Jeremiah, what Jesus saw during His passion, and why Holy Week is about surrendering our fears and failures to the Lord.

Monday Mass. 3.23.26. In this homily, I reflect on the story of Susanna and how it points us to Jesus — the ultimate vindicator who steps into our broken world not just for the world, but for you personally. As we approach Holy Week, I invite you to sit with this truth: if you were the only person who existed, God would still die for you.

5th Sunday of Lent. 3.22.26. In this homily for the 5th Sunday of Lent, I reflect on the raising of Lazarus and what Jesus means when he says, "I am the resurrection and the life." I share how the same Spirit that raised Lazarus — and Jesus himself — is alive in us, and why that changes everything about how we face suffering, doubt, and death. I also invite you to join us for Holy Week.

Friday School Mass. 3.20.26. In this homily, I reflect on the moments when faith feels strong and the moments when it doesn't — and why both are part of the spiritual life. Drawing from John 6 and Peter's powerful response to Jesus, I explore what it means to stay with the Lord even when it's hard. 

Wednesday Mass. 3.18.26. In this homily, I reflect on one of the greatest spiritual battles we face — feeling forgotten by God in our low moments. Drawing from Isaiah and the powerful image of a mother's love, I explore why God allows these moments of spiritual dryness and what they mean for our faith. True love of God isn't just felt in consolation — it's forged in the difficult seasons too.

Monday Mass. 3.16.26. A homily on trust, surrender, and letting go of the need to see signs before we believe. God has already given us everything — the question is whether we'll trust His timing over our own.

Sunday Mass. 3.15.26. In this homily, I reflect on the man born blind in John 9 and what it means to truly see — or to be blind without realizing it. The Pharisees could physically see but missed the miracle right in front of them, while the blind man grew in faith step by step until he fell on his knees before Jesus. As we draw closer to Easter, I invite you to ask yourself: where in my life have...

Saturday Mass. 3.14.26. In this homily, I reflect on the hardest part of priesthood—indifference and seeing people walk away from the faith. But I also share why I have hope. God is the one searching for the lost sheep, and He desires your steadfast love—your hesed—more than your worry. Know your story. Share your joy. And trust that God has already won.

Wednesday Mass. 3.11.26. In this homily, I reflect on Moses and why he never entered the promised land — and what his story means for us today. As we enter the final stretch of Lent, the message is simple: don't give up. We are always recommitting our lives to God. Moses sinned, repented, and God still did great things through him. That's the invitation for each of us this Lent.

Tuesday Mass. 3.10.26. In this homily, I reflect on the Parable of the Unforgiving Servant and why forgiveness isn't optional — it's the condition of our hearts before we see the Lord. If God has cancelled an impossible debt for us, how can we withhold forgiveness from others?

Monday Mass. 3.09.26. We all have assumptions about how God should work in our lives. We expect grand gestures, dramatic moments, clear signs — and when God shows up differently, we walk away disappointed or confused. But what if God is doing something in your life that you're not even seeing because your pride is in the way?   In this homily, I reflect on the story of Naaman the commander (2 King...

Wednesday Mass. 3.04.26. In this homily, I reflect on the honest truth that Jesus never promised us an easy life — but He did promise to walk with us through it. Drawing from the gospel where Jesus tells his disciples he will suffer, I talk about why the cross is not something to run from, but something that leads us closer to true love and to God.

Tuesday Mass. 3.03.26. In this homily, I reflect on how easy it is for any of us — priests included — to let our faith become more about appearances than a real change of heart. Drawing from the first reading and the example of the Pharisees, I talk about what God is really asking of us this Lent — not just fasting and sacrifice on the outside, but true transformation on the inside.

Monday Mass. 3.02.26. In this homily, I reflect on how children often resemble their parents — in the way they act and speak. Jesus tells us to “be merciful as your Father is merciful,” and that means we are meant to resemble God in the way we treat others. Deep down, we want to do good, but pride and ego often lead us to judge and condemn. Today, we’re invited to look honestly at our hearts and c...

3rd Sunday of Lent. 3.01.26. In this homily, I reflect on the Transfiguration and how Peter wanted to stay on the mountain where everything felt joyful and clear. But Jesus leads them down the mountain, reminding us that we cannot have Easter Sunday without Good Friday. I share how our prayer, fasting, and almsgiving during Lent are all pointing toward the Cross—and how even in suffering, we can t...

Saturday Mass. 2.28.26. In this homily, I reflect on this point: just as repentance is not just a one-time moment, so committing to the Lord is also a daily thing. Just like couples renew their vows, we are called to renew our love for God again and again. Lent gives us a chance to recommit through prayer, fasting, and almsgiving. It’s a time to remember who He is and who we are, and to walk close...

Tuesday Mass. 2.24.26. In this homily, I reflect on something the Lord is teaching me this Lent: to be quiet with Him. Sometimes in prayer, I can talk and talk, especially when I’m worried about the people I love and serve. But Jesus reminds us that the Father already knows what we need before we ask Him. I walk through the Our Father and share why it is the perfect prayer — a prayer of surrender,...

Monday Mass. 2.23.26. In this homily, I share a story about a man who joined our pickleball group and how I realized I didn’t welcome him the way I should have. As I read the Gospel later, it hit me — when we welcome the stranger, we welcome Jesus. I reflect on how easy it is to miss Christ in the people right in front of us and how the Lord invites us to love the “least” as if we are loving Him.

1st Sunday of Lent. 2.22.26. In this homily, I reflect on how Jesus enters the desert and faces the three temptations: lust of the flesh, pride of life, and lust of the eyes. I share how fasting, prayer, and almsgiving are a response to battle these three temptations. Lent is an invitation to follow Jesus into the desert so that by Easter, we can become new people.

Ash Wednesday 2026. In this homily, I reflect on the meaning of ashes and what Lent is really about. It’s not just about giving something up, but about asking God what He wants from us. I share how prayer, fasting, and almsgiving can actually change our hearts — not just our habits. My hope is that forty days from now, we won’t be the same person.

6th Sunday in Ordinary Time. 2.15.26. In this homily, I talk about lust, anger, marriage, honesty, and the fear that we’re too imperfect for God. The Church isn’t for the perfect; it’s for sinners who want to move toward God. As Lent approaches, I invite you to ask: what is one step I can take to follow Him more closely?

Friday Morning Mass. 2.13.26. In this homily, I reflect on a man who told me, “Father, I feel like God left me.” Maybe you’ve felt that way too — in moments of temptation, failure, or disappointment. But our God is faithful. Even when Solomon sinned and the kingdom was divided, God still kept His promise.   As we approach Lent, I invite you to ask: What does it mean to truly hear the Lord again? W...

Wednesday Mass. 2.11.26. In this homily, I reflect on King Solomon asking God for wisdom—and how that request changed everything. He could have asked for power or riches, but instead he asked for a listening heart. And God gave him even more than he imagined.   I also connect this to Our Lady of Lourdes and St. Bernadette. In the eyes of the world, Bernadette seemed simple and unimportant. But God...