,January 14, 2026, Mark 1:29-39
https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/011426.cfm
Why wait?
If someone we were with became deadly ill, our first thought would be to call 911, as every minute is vital. It would be foolish to delay, telling them, “I’ll get a doctor later.”
When people mention difficulties or illness, we often say, “I will pray for you” or “I’ll keep you in my prayers.” Why wait? The disciples didn’t delay in bringing Peter’s mother-in-law, who was sick with a fever, to Jesus. Mark writes, “They immediately told Jesus about her.
Like calling 911 when someone is gravely ill, the moment of grace, healing, and reconciliation through Jesus is when people come to us distressed. Many times, I’ve seen them return, witnessing how the Lord heals, guides, and consoles—doing only what God can do.
Pray immediately; don’t worry about what to say. The Holy Spirit will pray in you, and Jesus will respond like a good doctor. Seize the moment of grace for someone. God in His Divine Providence put you together for this purpose.
Gospel Challenge:
For instance, “Lord, I give you Lou, who is afraid for his wife having surgery tomorrow. Be with her, Lord, and reassure Lou that You can only do what is good for Julie. Amen.” Or: “I give you Julie, Lord, who is having surgery. Amen.”
Jesus wants an invitation as He did with Peter.
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
Fr. Rick’s One Minute Homily for Wednesday, 1st Week in Ordinary Time
,January 14, 2026, Mark 1:29-39
https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/011426.cfm
Why wait?
If someone we were with became deadly ill, our first thought would be to call 911, as every minute is vital. It would be foolish to delay, telling them, “I’ll get a doctor later.”
When people mention difficulties or illness, we often say, “I will pray for you” or “I’ll keep you in my prayers.” Why wait? The disciples didn’t delay in bringing Peter’s mother-in-law, who was sick with a fever, to Jesus. Mark writes, “They immediately told Jesus about her.
Like calling 911 when someone is gravely ill, the moment of grace, healing, and reconciliation through Jesus is when people come to us distressed. Many times, I’ve seen them return, witnessing how the Lord heals, guides, and consoles—doing only what God can do.
Pray immediately; don’t worry about what to say. The Holy Spirit will pray in you, and Jesus will respond like a good doctor. Seize the moment of grace for someone. God in His Divine Providence put you together for this purpose.
Gospel Challenge:
For instance, “Lord, I give you Lou, who is afraid for his wife having surgery tomorrow. Be with her, Lord, and reassure Lou that You can only do what is good for Julie. Amen.” Or: “I give you Julie, Lord, who is having surgery. Amen.”
Jesus wants an invitation as He did with Peter.
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
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