Synopsis: OT XV Sunday (July 12) Homily on Mk 6:7-13 (L/15) Introduction: Today’s readings remind us of our Divine adoption as God’s children and of our call to preach the Good News of Jesus by bearing witness to God’s love, mercy and salvation as revealed through Jesus. “God chose us in Christ before the foundation… Continue reading »

SYNOPSIS: OT XIV [B] (July 7) HOMILY ON MARK 6: 1-6 (L-15) Introduction: Today’s readings introduce Jesus as a prophet and explain how prophets and other messengers from God inevitably suffer rejection. The readings challenge us to face rejection and hardship with prophetic courage. Scripture lessons:   The first reading, taken from the book of the… Continue reading »