Proclaiming the Gospel with St Joseph – Sep 24 – Homily – Fr Joseph Michael

This homily reflects on Jesus’ mission to spread the gospel, highlighting how He empowered the apostles with authority over demons and diseases to share in His divine power. It stresses the importance of continuing this mission as part of the Church, despite opposition, and trusting in Christ for all needs. The homily also honors St. Joseph on Wednesdays, presenting him as a model of patience, dedication, and family protection, encouraging Christians to imitate his virtues and seek his intercession to live out God’s will with faith and courage.

Further reading:

Catechism of the Catholic Church #532 - Christ’s Obedience and Mission - http://www.scborromeo.org/ccc/p122a3p3.htm#532
Catechism of the Catholic Church #2204 - Christian Family and St. Joseph - http://www.scborromeo.org/ccc/p3s2c2a4.htm#2204
Catechism of the Catholic Church #1506 - Healing and Apostolic Mission - http://www.scborromeo.org/ccc/p2s2c2a5.htm#1506
Franciscan Media - Profile of St. Joseph - https://www.franciscanmedia.org/saint-of-the-day/saint-joseph
Vatican - Redemptoris Custos on St. Joseph - http://www.vatican.va/content/john-paul-ii/en/apost_exhortations/documents/hf_jp-ii_exh_15081989_redemptoris-custos.html