August 30, 2024, Matthew 25:1-13
https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/083024.cfm
Every Day Counts
We are grateful that most diocesan properties in our Diocese sustained minor to no damage from Hurricane Idalia. Our prayers are with our neighbors to the north who are dealing with hurricane damage from intense winds and high storm surges.
For states on the US Gulf Coast and Eastern Seaboard, hurricane season peaks at about this time. Every day, we hear, “Be prepared.” That warning is on websites, radio, TV, and every other media outlet. It all became so real a few days back.
State officials tell us to collect our important documents and supply plenty of 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 peering into the windows of the locked doors.
Jesus is telling us the same thing about the state of our souls. It is so crucial that Jesus repeats it many times. Why can’t we lollygag along and do our own thing until the last hour?
A person’s character doesn’t form in a day, week, or month. It takes a lifetime. Even more important, it takes time for our hearts to become more like the heart of Jesus.
Listening to God’s Word daily, choosing to forgive and make excuses for people’s bad behavior, and sharing our wealth and time with the needy shape our life on God’s Word daily, who we are today and our eternal destiny. Most importantly, I need Jesus in Holy Communion to be more like Jesus daily.
Gospel Challenge:
We add oil to our flask whenever we listen to God, forgive, share, and allow Jesus to shape our hearts. The more difficult that is to do, and do it anyway, the more our hearts become like His. Do not be afraid of the difficult challenges of the gospel. How many drops will we add today? Let’s go and meet the bridegroom.
Peace everyone.
Love Your Neighbor!
Fr. Rick Pilger, IC
pastor@bscchurch.com
Fr. Rick’s Two Minute Homily for Friday, 21st Week in Ordinary Time
August 30, 2024, Matthew 25:1-13
https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/083024.cfm
Every Day Counts
We are grateful that most diocesan properties in our Diocese sustained minor to no damage from Hurricane Idalia. Our prayers are with our neighbors to the north who are dealing with hurricane damage from intense winds and high storm surges.
For states on the US Gulf Coast and Eastern Seaboard, hurricane season peaks at about this time. Every day, we hear, “Be prepared.” That warning is on websites, radio, TV, and every other media outlet. It all became so real a few days back.
State officials tell us to collect our important documents and supply plenty of 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 peering into the windows of the locked doors.
Jesus is telling us the same thing about the state of our souls. It is so crucial that Jesus repeats it many times. Why can’t we lollygag along and do our own thing until the last hour?
A person’s character doesn’t form in a day, week, or month. It takes a lifetime. Even more important, it takes time for our hearts to become more like the heart of Jesus.
Listening to God’s Word daily, choosing to forgive and make excuses for people’s bad behavior, and sharing our wealth and time with the needy shape our life on God’s Word daily, who we are today and our eternal destiny. Most importantly, I need Jesus in Holy Communion to be more like Jesus daily.
Gospel Challenge:
We add oil to our flask whenever we listen to God, forgive, share, and allow Jesus to shape our hearts. The more difficult that is to do, and do it anyway, the more our hearts become like His. Do not be afraid of the difficult challenges of the gospel. How many drops will we add today? Let’s go and meet the bridegroom.
Peace everyone.
Love Your Neighbor!
Fr. Rick Pilger, IC
pastor@bscchurch.com
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