Fr. Rick’s Homily: 32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time A

November 8, 2026
Matthew 25:1-13
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Every Day Counts

During hurricane season, especially in Gulf Coast and Eastern Seaboard states, we hear, “Be prepared.” That warning appears on websites, radio, TV, and in every other media outlet. State officials tell us to gather our important documents and stock up on food, water, and batteries. If we don’t have storm windows, go to Home Depot and stock up on plywood.

Can you imagine being one of the foolish virgins in today’s gospel, arriving at Home Depot just hours before the hurricane was about to hit? They could see empty shelves through the windows of the locked doors.

Jesus is telling us the same thing about the state of our souls. It is so crucial that he repeats it many times. Why can’t we loll around and do our own thing until the last hour?

We don’t become who we are in a day, week, or month. It takes a lifetime. Even more important, it takes time for our hearts to become more like Jesus’ heart.

The choice to forgive or not to forgive, to share our wealth or hoard it for ourselves, to shape our lives by God’s Word every day, or to face life’s challenges with or without His direction – all of this shapes who we are today and our eternal destiny. Most importantly, I need Jesus in Holy Communion to become more like Him day to day.

Gospel Challenge:

We add oil to our flask whenever we forgive, share, and allow Jesus to shape our hearts. How many drops will we add today?

Peace everyone.

Love Your Neighbor!

Fr. Rick Pilger, IC

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