Receiving Holy Communion with Right Heart – Mar 26 – Homily – Fr Matthias

 

Fr Matthias gives the homily at Bloomington, IN, on Mar 26, 2024, where he emphasizes the importance of the right heart and intention in frequently receiving Holy Communion, drawing lessons from Judas's betrayal and the need for sincere preparation and gratitude.

Father discusses the profound moment during the Last Supper when Satan enters Judas Iscariot, highlighting it as a stark example of rejecting the Lord's friendship. This event, not related to the Eucharist's institution, underlines the grave danger of contempt towards divine gifts. Father emphasizes the necessity of proper disposition towards Holy Communion, reflecting on the Church's guidance for frequent and reverent reception. This includes dedicated preparation and thanksgiving to align our intentions with Christ's desire for union, healing, and transformation. Citing St. John Paul II, he warns against the spiritual risk of indifference, drawing a parallel to Judas's betrayal initiated in the context of a Eucharistic sermon (John 6). Ultimately, the homily calls for a heartfelt embrace of Holy Communion, approached with a sincere wish for closeness with the Lord.

Ave Maria!

Mass: Tuesday Holy Week - Wkdy
Readings:  - http://usccb.org/bible/readings/032624.cfm
1st: isa 49:1-6
Resp: psa 71:1-6, 15, 17
Gsp: joh 13:21-33, 36-38

More on the Readings: https://airmaria.com/r?m=1772

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