Lessons From: The Gospel, & Sts. Pio & Cabrini – Nov 13 – Homily – Fr Joseph M.

 

Fr Joseph Michael gives the homily at Bloomington, IN, on Nov 13, 2024, on how we should trust God, show gratitude, and persist in faith, following the examples of saints like St. Frances Xavier Cabrini and scripture.

Father reflected on today’s readings, emphasizing the themes of perseverance, gratitude, and trust in God. He highlighted St. Paul’s call for patience and prayer for others, illustrating how God’s grace transforms lives (2 Corinthians 12:9 - https://bible.usccb.org/bible/2corinthians/12?9). He discussed the Gospel story of the grateful Samaritan, urging us to thank God for daily blessings and even for life’s trials (Luke 17:16 - https://bible.usccb.org/bible/luke/17?16). Father shared a story about St. Padre Pio, who taught the importance of gratitude, especially after receiving the Eucharist ( http://www.scborromeo.org/ccc/p2s2c1a3.htm).

He also celebrated St. Frances Xavier Cabrini, the first canonized American saint, emphasizing her trust in God despite challenges. Cabrini’s work with immigrants in the U.S. exemplifies faith and perseverance, echoing the importance of trusting God’s plan, as seen in Proverbs 3:5-6 - https://bible.usccb.org/bible/proverbs/3?5. Father concluded with a reminder of Jesus’ words to St. Faustina about trusting Him (Diary of St. Faustina, 1488).

For Further Reading
2 Corinthians 12:9 - Strength in weakness - https://bible.usccb.org/bible/2corinthians/12?9
Proverbs 3:5-6 - Trust in the Lord with all your heart - https://bible.usccb.org/bible/proverbs/3?5
Catholic Answers - God's Love for You - https://www.catholic.com/tract/gods-love-for-you

00:00 - Introduction
00:10 - Lessons from Today's Readings
01:33 - Story of Padre Pio's Advice
02:49 - Honoring St. Frances Xavier Cabrini
03:31 - Life and Legacy of Mother Cabrini
05:46 - Trust in God's Plan

Ave Maria!

Mass: St. Frances Xavier Cabrini - Mem - http://www.catholic.org/saints/saint.php?saint_id=278
Readings: Wednesday in the 32nd Week in Ordinary Time - http://usccb.org/bible/readings/111324.cfm
1st: tit 3:1-7
Resp: psa 23:1-6
Gsp: luk 17:11-19

More on the Readings: https://airmaria.com/r?m=742&r=993

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