This homily centers on Peter's declaration of Jesus as the Christ, the Son of the Living God, emphasizing this as the fundamental question everyone must confront. It explores the significance of Christ as King, demanding surrender and obedience from believers, contrasting this with the human tendency to trust oneself over divine authority. The speaker highlights the Church's role, founded on Peter, in preserving scripture and maintaining unity, which is constantly challenged by individualistic interpretations. Ultimately, the message reinforces that choosing Christ as King, as revealed through scripture and the Church, is choosing life, leading to holiness and victory over the forces of death.

Homily - Feast of Saints Peter and Paul

A brief look at Fr. Blair's homily for the Feast Day of Saints Peter and Paul 2025

Deep Dive - Feast of Saints Peter and Paul Homily

Fr. Blair's homily analogizes the Church and its mission to a sports team, emphasizing the need for **unity, clear goals, strong leadership, and active participation** from every member to "win" by spreading the Gospel and saving souls. This comparison highlights how **Christians are called to be engaged "missionary disciples"** rather than passive believers, working together under the guidance of God and Church leaders to fulfill their urgent mission. The homily encourages listeners to **reflect on their individual and communal involvement** in this collective endeavor. 

Homily-14th Sunday of Ordinary Time

This homily emphasizes that Christian evangelization is a "team sport," likening the Church to a unified athletic team with a shared mission and vision. Drawing from Luke's Gospel, where Jesus sends out 72 disciples, the sermon highlights that all Christians are called to active participation in spreading the Gospel and demonstrating Christ's love, rather than being passive believers. Just as a championship team requires credible leadership, a strong team identity, and adherence to established rules, the Church, led by God the Father as owner, Jesus as manager, and the Pope as coach, must work cooperatively with different roles but one goal to achieve its urgent mission of global salvation. The ultimate purpose is for every Christian to be a "missionary disciple," actively engaged in sharing the good news and living out Christ's teachings to "win the salvation of the world."

Deep Dive Podcast - Homily 14th Sunday of Ordinary Time

The phomily explores Christian teachings, emphasizing that **God's law is inherently known** and accessible through **natural law and conscience**. It highlights the **Good Samaritan parable** as a central illustration of **Jesus's role as Savior** and the **compassion Christians are called to emulate**. The sources discuss **humanity's fallen state due to original sin** and the **necessity of God's grace** for overcoming temptation and living a holy life. Ultimately, the text asserts that **fidelity to Christ** involves **loving God and neighbor**, active participation in **sacraments like reconciliation**, and a **commitment to ongoing spiritual growth** through divine assistance.

Homily-15th Sunday of Ordinary Time

This homily unpacks the Gospel reading of the Good Samaritan, emphasizing that knowing God's law is inherent, but true spiritual life lies in actively living it out. It highlights the Parable of the Good Samaritan as an allegory for humanity's fallen state, where we are the wounded victim and Jesus is the compassionate Samaritan who offers healing and salvation through his sacrifice and the Church's sacraments. The speaker clarifies that while grace aids us, we are not bound to sin and are called to choose life and holiness through fidelity to Christ's teachings, actively using the gifts of the Holy Spirit, and striving for a life of love and obedience. This diligent effort, though challenging, is presented as the only path to authentic human life and eternal union with God.

Deep Dive Podcast - 15th Sunday of Ordinary Time

This homily explores the Christian virtue of hospitality, extending beyond mere social courtesy to encompass an intimate welcome of Christ into our homes, lives, and hearts, emphasizing the importance of our internal disposition when serving God and others.  Furthermore, it delves into St. Augustine's interpretation of Martha and Mary as representing the Church's active service (Martha) in the world and its contemplative longing (Mary) for future union with God, asserting that the Church, as the Mystical Body of Christ, perpetually "receives the Lord into her heart" primarily through the Eucharist, which fosters unity and empowers its mission. Fr. Blair concludes by advocating for a balanced integration of active and contemplative life for all disciples, stressing that true understanding comes from realizing that "the one thing necessary" is a relationship with God.

Homily-16th Sunday of Ordinary Time

This week the Andy and Izzy dive deeper into Father Blairs homily to discover the highlights. 

Deep Dive - Contemplative and Active Life

This week Alex and Izzi dive deeper into Fr. Blairs Homily, focusing in on  three core aspects of the readings; divine intimacy, persistent prayer, and trust in God's generosity - through the spiritual experience of Cathedrals. 

Divine Intimacy, Persistent Prayer and Trust in God's Mercy

the homily emphasizes three core aspects of personal relationship with God: divine intimacy, persistent prayer, and trust in God's generosity. In this relationship we should foster a close, familial relationship with God, akin to children speaking to a loving Father. Father Blair highlights the importance of perseverance in prayer, citing the centuries-long construction of cathedrals as an analogy for enduring effort, and uses Abraham's intercession for Sodom and Gomorrah to exemplify faithful persistence. Finally, it stresses trust in God's boundless mercy and desire to give good gifts, particularly the Holy Spirit, assuring believers that through baptism and Christ's sacrifice, they can confidently approach God without fear, just as Jesus taught in the "Our Father."

Homily-17 Sunday of Ordinary Time

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