David’s Blindness and the Saving Grace of Repentance – Jan 31 – Homily – Fr Alan
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Fr. Alan B. Maria Wharton gives the homily for the Memorial of St. John Bosco, Priest (Jan 31, 2026) exploring the contrast between King David’s prideful fall and the miraculous calming of the storm, emphasizing the need for humility and prompt repentance in the face of sin.
Drawing on St. John Bosco’s prophetic vision, the reflection highlights the Eucharist and the Virgin Mary as the "two pillars" that secure the Church and the individual soul amidst the storms of life.
Recorded at Our Lady's Chapel, New Bedford, MA.
Ave Maria!
Mass: St. John Bosco - Mem - http://www.catholic.org/saints/saint.php?saint_id=63
Readings: Saturday 3rd Week of Ordinary Time - http://usccb.org/bible/readings/013126.cfm
1st: 2sa 12:1-7, 10-17
Resp: psa 51:12-13, 14-15, 16-17
Gsp: mar 4:35-41
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