St. Catherine of Siena: Speak God’s Truth with Zeal – Apr 29 – Homily – Fr Joseph Michael

In his homily, Fr. Joseph Michael explains how Jesus brings light to the world through the Gospel, uniting us with the Father and the Son through Baptism and the Holy Spirit, so we can follow His teachings and avoid sin for eternal life. He highlights St. Catherine of Siena, a Dominican who had mystical experiences (including a marriage to Jesus and stigmata), wrote "The Dialogue" from God, and convinced the Pope to return to Rome. Her quotes inspire us: "Be who God meant you to be, and you will set the world on fire," and we must speak the truth boldly rather than stay silent, transforming the world with Christ's light.

CCC 748 – Christ, light of humanity – https://www.scborromeo.org/ccc/para.748.htm
CCC 1213 – Baptism confers Holy Spirit – https://www.scborromeo.org/ccc/para.1213.htm
CCC 2013 – Pursuit of Christian holiness – https://www.scborromeo.org/ccc/para.2013.htm
John 12:44 – Unity of Father and Son – https://bible.usccb.org/bible/john/12?44
New Advent – St. Catherine of Siena – https://www.newadvent.org/cathen/03447a.htm

00:00 - Introduction to the Light of Christ
00:52 - Our Call to Eternal Life
01:31 - Life and Mystical Gifts of St. Catherine of Siena
02:35 - The Dialogue and Influence on the Church
03:31 - Be Who God Meant You to Be
04:09 - Proclaiming the Truth and Closing Prayer