Homilies about anger
St. Pius X
Coeur d'Alene, Idaho
Why Religious People Struggle with God's Compassion: Lessons from Jonah
St. Pius X · Coeur d'Alene, Idaho · Jun 9, 2026
SpecialThis homily, part of an "Exploring Catholicism" series, delves into the Book of Jonah, contrasting Nineveh's fear-driven, temporary repentance with Jonah's own deep-seated anger and lack of true conversion despite preaching God's word. The priest uses this to critique a narrow, rule-following religiosity that lacks love and compassion, drawing parallels to modern 'born-again' movements and the older brother in the Prodigal Son parable. He emphasizes that true conversion is a continuous, love-motivated process, not just adherence to rules or an emotional experience, and that God's wrath is not anger but allowing self-destruction.
St. Martin of Tours
Kankakee, Illinois
Jesus Didn't Abolish the Law, He Fulfilled It: Understanding the Spirit of God's Commandments
St. Martin of Tours · Kankakee, Illinois · Jun 10, 2026
Daily MassThe homily explains that Jesus did not come to abolish the law but to fulfill it by emphasizing the spirit of the law over mere outward observance. It highlights that sins are not just actions but also the underlying negative emotions like hatred or anger that lead to them, and that obeying even the smallest commandments is crucial for greatness in the kingdom of heaven.
Visitation
Brick, New Jersey
Fulfilling God's Law: Beyond Knowing to Doing
Visitation · Brick, New Jersey · Jun 10, 2026
Daily MassThe homily emphasizes that Jesus came not to abolish the law but to fulfill it, meaning that true adherence to God's law is demonstrated through actions and attitudes, not just intellectual understanding. It highlights that resentment and anger have no place in a follower of Christ's life, urging believers to live out the law through their behavior.