Homilies about creation

The Eucharist: God's Radical Plan for a Broken World

The homily connects the parable of the sower and the abundance of creation to the early Church's mission of radical inclusivity, especially for the marginalized. It contrasts God's intention for shared abundance with the historical and ongoing societal forces of power, oppression, and exploitation, emphasizing that the Eucharist and the Church's continued witness stand as a counter-cultural testament to God's original plan for creation.

How God Expresses His Love Through Creation: The Puppeteer Analogy

The homily uses the analogy of a puppeteer and puppets from the film 'Lily' to illustrate how God expresses his love for us through creation. It emphasizes that creation is a vehicle for God's communication and love, much like the puppets were a vehicle for the puppeteer's love for Lily.

The Ever-Speaking Word of God: From Creation to Our Hearts

Father Benedict

Father Benedict reflects on the power of God's word, comparing it to rain that awakens lifeless seeds, drawing parallels to the California poppies blooming after a drought. He emphasizes that God's word, manifest in creation, in Jesus Christ, and in the Holy Spirit, is always speaking, inviting us to listen and follow for a path of discipleship and fullness of life.

How the Eucharist Inspires Us to Care for Creation

The homily connects the parable of the sower with the concept of creation's groaning due to human sin and climate change. It emphasizes humanity's role as stewards of the earth, not masters, and highlights the Eucharist as a source of motivation for environmental concern, unifying creation with Christ.

Your Heart is the Soil: Receiving God's Word

Father Pat

The homily reflects on the parable of the sower, emphasizing the goodness of the earth and the human body as 'dust and breath' animated by God. It connects the 'soil' to our hearts and the 'seed' to God's living word, encouraging listeners to be receptive to the divine message and bear abundant fruit.

How to Hear God's Voice in Scripture and Creation

Father Tim

The homily explores the concept of 'logos' as both word and divine reason, emphasizing that all scripture points to Christ, the Word made flesh. It encourages a deeper engagement with scripture through Lectio Divina, urging listeners to see God's presence in creation and to actively seek how the Lord is speaking to them through His word.

Why Every Baby is a Sign of Hope from God

The homily, delivered during a baptism, emphasizes the inherent dignity of every human life as an intentional act of God, countering the historical narrative of overpopulation. Drawing on quotes from St. Teresa of Kolkata and Pope Benedict, the priest highlights babies as tangible signs of hope and God's willingness to continue creation, urging the faithful to affirm life and support young parents.