Fr. Rick’s Homily: Wednesday 26th Week in Ordinary Time

September 30, 2026
Luke 9:57-62
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More!

Jesus asks for “more”

because he wants to give us “more,” more of himself – all of himself.

For students to excel in a subject and reach their full potential, a teacher expects a lot.
A coach does the same for athletes. The ‘more’ challenges us and makes us set aside
other interests to achieve our one goal.  
   
Is this not what Jesus asks of us when He says, “Follow Me?” Naturally, we can do
things for God: we can pray, perform acts of charity, and offer Him our time, talents, and
resources. But is that enough? No, He is asking much more of us than we can do or
give up for Him.   
   
As we say in the Miracle Prayer, “Lord Jesus, I give you my entire self.” All our thoughts,
desires, and love are yours to do with as you wish. All we want is to follow you, your
direction, and your will. Jesus asks for “more” because he wants to give us
“more”—more of himself—all of himself.   
   
We know then that nothing is impossible for us. Jesus is the beginning and the end of
everything we do. The Lord often asks us to act, especially when we see a need in our
neighbor. Let us be thankful that what we do for them doesn’t start or end with us, but
with Jesus.  
   
GOSPEL CHALLENGE:
When such moments arise, think of yourself as a glove and Jesus as the hand within it.
The glove does nothing on its own. Each finger and the glove follow the hand’s every
impulse without resistance.  
  
In short, Jesus says, “Follow Me.”   
   
Love Your Neighbor!

Father Rick Pilger, I.C. 
   
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