St. Junipero Serra’s Missionary Zeal – Jul 01 – Homily – Fr Joseph Michael
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Fr. Joseph Michael gives the homily at Bloomington, IN, on Jul 01, 2025, where he encourages trust in Jesus' constant presence and emulating St. Junipero Serra's zealous faith amidst trials.
He reminds us that Jesus is always with us, even when life feels overwhelming, just as He was with the disciples during the storm, urging us to trust Him and not be afraid. He highlights the life of St. Junipero Serra, a Franciscan missionary who founded nine missions in California despite physical hardships, showing unwavering dedication to Christ. Father encourages us to draw strength from Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament and to follow St. Junipero’s example of moving "always forwards, never backwards" in our faith journey, trusting in God’s guidance no matter the challenges we face.
For Further Reading:
Mark 4:35-41 - NAB - Jesus Calms the Storm - https://bible.usccb.org/bible/mark/4?35
Matthew 10:22 - NAB - Perseverance in Faith - https://bible.usccb.org/bible/matthew/10?22
John 14:16-17 - NAB - The Spirit’s Presence - https://bible.usccb.org/bible/john/14?16
Catechism of the Catholic Church 1374 - The Real Presence - http://www.scborromeo.org/ccc/para/1374.htm
Catechism of the Catholic Church 1816 - Discipleship and Perseverance - http://www.scborromeo.org/ccc/para/1816.htm
Catechism of the Catholic Church 2473 - Martyrdom and Faith - http://www.scborromeo.org/ccc/para/2473.htm
Franciscan Media - St. Junipero Serra Profile - Missionary Zeal and Legacy - https://www.franciscanmedia.org/saint-of-the-day/saint-junipero-serra
Catholic Answers - God’s Constant Presence - Trusting in Christ - https://www.catholic.com/tract/gods-love-for-you
Wikipedia - St. Junipero Serra - Historical Missionary Work - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Junipero_Serra
USCCB - Daily Readings July 1, 2025 - Liturgical Context - https://bible.usccb.org/daily-bible-reading
Ave Maria!
Mass: Tuesday 13th Week of Ordinary Time - Wkdy
Readings: - http://usccb.org/bible/readings/070125.cfm
1st: gen 19:15-29
Resp: psa 26:2-3, 9-12
Gsp: mat 8:23-27
More on the Readings: https://airmaria.com/r?m=1433
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