Homilies about time
Holy Rosary
Evansville, Indiana
The Priceless Gift: Why Time is Our Greatest Treasure
Holy Rosary · Evansville, Indiana · Jul 26, 2026
Sunday MassThe homily emphasizes the priceless value of time, drawing parallels between the Gospel parables of hidden treasure and the pearl of great price, and the importance of investing time in relationships and spiritual growth. The priest uses a Family Feud game as an engaging opener and shares a personal anecdote about an elderly woman's gratitude for his time, illustrating how time is the most precious gift we can offer.
Shrine of St. Joseph
Stirling, New Jersey
How to Stay Connected to Jesus and Bear Fruit in Your Life
Shrine of St. Joseph · Stirling, New Jersey · Jul 12, 2026
Sunday MassThe homily emphasizes the importance of cultivating an ongoing, growing relationship with Jesus through consistent prayer, likening it to a branch needing to be connected to the vine to bear fruit. The priest shares a personal anecdote about his grandmother planting the seed of his vocation at age five and urges listeners to use their time wisely, especially on the Lord's Day, to deepen their spiritual connection rather than getting lost in worldly distractions.
St. Mary of the Knobs
Floyds Knobs, Indiana
Are Your Priorities in Order? How to Find Your True Treasure
St. Mary of the Knobs · Floyds Knobs, Indiana · Jul 25, 2026
Sunday MassThe homily emphasizes prioritizing God and spiritual life above all else, drawing parallels from the parables of the buried treasure and pearl of great price. It challenges listeners to examine how they allocate their time, talent, and treasure, suggesting a practical exercise of logging daily activities to reveal true priorities and encourage more consistent prayer and spiritual reading.
St. Bartholomew
Scotch Plains, New Jersey
Finding God in a Busy World: The Optical Illusion of His Presence
St. Bartholomew · Scotch Plains, New Jersey · Jul 26, 2026
Sunday MassThe homily uses an optical illusion to illustrate how God is always present in our lives, but we often fail to recognize Him due to busyness or distractions. It emphasizes the need to intentionally create quiet time for God, especially during difficult moments, and to ask for the gift of recognizing His constant presence and love.