In this homily from the 30th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Fr Michael reflects on Jesus’ parable of the Pharisee and the tax collector. Through a moving story of a friend named John, he explores the difference between false humility and true repentance. It’s not enough to focus on our sin—we must turn our gaze toward the mercy of God. Humility is not about thinking less of ourselves, but thinking more of God. The message is clear: only those who recognise their need for grace will be exalted. A timely word as we near the end of the liturgical year and prepare our hearts for final judgment.
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In this homily from the 30th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Fr Michael reflects on Jesus’ parable of the Pharisee and the tax collector. Through a moving story of a friend named John, he explores the difference between false humility and true repentance. It’s not enough to focus on our sin—we must turn our gaze toward the mercy of God. Humility is not about thinking less of ourselves, but thinking more of God. The message is clear: only those who recognise their need for grace will be exalted. A timely word as we near the end of the liturgical year and prepare our hearts for final judgment.
One Thing is Necessary: Contemplation in the Heart of Busyness
Echoes of St. John: Homilies and Reflections
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One Thing is Necessary: Contemplation in the Heart of Busyness
In this moving homily on the story of Martha and Mary (Luke 10:38–42), Fr. Michael shares insights from a recent retreat with his fellow brothers, led by the general superior of the Community of St John. With pastoral warmth and deep spiritual clarity, he explores the essence of contemplation — that still, silent gaze of love that renews the soul. Drawing on Scripture, Church history, and personal experience, Fr. Michael shows how returning to the “one thing necessary” not only strengthens us but renews the Church and heals relationships. A call to sit once more at the feet of Jesus.
Echoes of St. John: Homilies and Reflections
In this homily from the 30th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Fr Michael reflects on Jesus’ parable of the Pharisee and the tax collector. Through a moving story of a friend named John, he explores the difference between false humility and true repentance. It’s not enough to focus on our sin—we must turn our gaze toward the mercy of God. Humility is not about thinking less of ourselves, but thinking more of God. The message is clear: only those who recognise their need for grace will be exalted. A timely word as we near the end of the liturgical year and prepare our hearts for final judgment.
