Father Rick’s Two-Minute Homily for Monday, 5th Week in Ordinary Time,

February 9, 2026, Mark 6:53-56

https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/020926.cfm

Presence – How We Protect Ourselves

 We dress for different occasions based on activity, like jeans for construction, a gown
for surgery, or jerseys at a hockey game. Gardening clothes differ from sleepwear, and
our attire reveals who we are at that moment. 
When Jesus and his disciples landed, people immediately recognized Him. They laid
the sick in the marketplaces, begging to touch His cloak’s tassel; as many as touched
were healed. 
During Holy Communion, Jesus clothes Himself in the appearance of bread and wine.
In today’s gospel, the people immediately recognized Jesus, reminding us of the
importance of acknowledging His Real Presence in the Consecrated Host. Let our
outward appearance reflect this truth, serving as a gentle witness to others. After Holy
Communion, keep Jesus close to you—within your body, mind, and soul—reverently
embracing His humanity and Divinity.  

Gospel Challenge:
Our dress, speech, and how we present ourselves are not just personal choices; they
can also serve as a warm, healing, inspiring, and comforting presence of our Savior to
others. If He can bring healing through a tassel on a robe, imagine the tremendous
impact we can have as His brothers, sisters, friends, and followers. Let’s all aim to dress
and carry ourselves in ways that genuinely reflect our faith and show respect to Jesus
and others
Love Your Neighbor:

Please join me in praying that all baptized Catholics be faithful to Jesus at the Holy
Mass every weekend. Hail Mary, full of grace…
Mother Mary, “I am yours now and forever. Through you and with you, I always want to
belong completely to Jesus.” The Surrender Novena – InHeartland.
https://inheartland.com/pages/the-surrender-novena
Peace be with you.
Fr. Rick Pilger, I.C.
pastor@bscchurch.com