Father Rick’s Two Minute Homily for Wednesday, 7th Week in Easter

June 4, 2025, John 17:11b-19

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Detours in Life

Road construction can present a problem for commuters. First, we wonder how far it will take us out of our way. Then there is the time we lose; if the construction takes weeks or more, we must adjust when we leave home. We are grateful that the road will be safer and smoother once the construction is finished.

What would happen if we ignored the detour signs? A big hole in the road could swallow up our car and us. But we wouldn’t know it until it happened. In today’s gospel, the “world” Jesus talks about is that big hole in the road. The “world” can swallow us up before we know it. So, we must pay attention and follow the detour signs.

Our conscience, a small but powerful voice within us, always guides us towards the right path. It’s like a detour sign, always there to steer us away from danger. Jesus, our protector, respects our free will to follow Him and obey the detour sign. His way is our safety and the safety of those around us.

Do you remember the saying, “God writes straight in crooked lines? He can bring good out of any evil. The crucifixion of Jesus is proof that God’s ways are not our ways. Listen to Jesus pray to His Father for us in times of temptation. “I do not ask that you take them out of the world, but that you keep them from the Evil One.”

Gospel Challenge: Before you retire at night, take a moment to reflect on your day. Listen to your conscience and examine the different choices you made. If you ignored the detour sign, that is the Lord’s will for you; tell Him you are sorry. Make a firm resolution to watch carefully for the detour signs tomorrow. Peace be with you.

Love Your Neighbor!

Fr. Rick Pilger, IC  www.bscchurch.com