Preaching Notes – 3rd Sunday of Easter (19 April 2026)
The Gospel account opens on Easter Sunday with two of Jesus’ disciples walking away from Jerusalem (Luke 24:13). However, the whole of Luke’s Gospel has
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Feast of Mary’s Annunciation (25 March 2026)
Mary said, “Behold, I am the handmaid of the Lord. May it be done to me according to your word.” (Luke 1:38) The total acceptance
Preaching Notes – Feast of Christ the King (23 November 2025)
Throughout the whole of Luke’s Gospel, we witness Jesus seeking to rescue all those who are lost. Inspired by the Holy Spirit, Luke masterfully weaves
Preaching Notes – 33rd Sunday (16 November 2025)
As the Church’s year nears its end, we hear at Mass certain biblical selections that are known as, “apocalyptic.” In popular culture, “apocalyptic” is connected with
Preaching Notes – 26th Sunday (28 September 2025)
Today’s Gospel emphasizes the unbridgeable gap between the self-centered, self-promoting life of the rich man and the total poverty of spirit that defines the poor
Preaching Notes – 25th Sunday (21 September 2025)
In the Sunday lectionary cycle the Parable of the Prodigal Son (Luke 15:11-32) is followed today by the Parable of the Dishonest Steward (Luke 16:1-13).
Preaching Notes – 22nd Sunday (31 August 2025)
Jesus’ teaching goes far beyond practicing good manners when He says, “When you are invited, go and sit in the lowest place” (Luke 14:10). Throughout
Preaching Notes – 21st Sunday (24 August 2025)
Someone asked him [Jesus], “Lord, will only a few people be saved?” He answered them, “Strive to enter through the narrow door, for many, I
Preaching Notes – 20th Sunday (17 August 2025)
How do we begin to make sense of what Jesus passionately asserts in today’s Gospel? “I came to cast fire upon the earth; and would
Preaching Notes – 19th Sunday (10 August 2025)
In today’s Gospel, Jesus makes clear that truly intentional disciples – mature Christians – dress for success (Luke 12:32-48). That is, followers of Jesus are