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It's easy to worry about whether our efforts in building up the kingdom of God will see results. But God has not called us to be a success; He has called us to be a servant. Drawing on examples from Scripture, Deacon Mike Beauvais illustrates this point and encourages all Christians to worry less about how successful their efforts are and more on how often we are going out of our way to truly learn the faith and put in the effort - at church, in our workplaces, and especially at home.

The Parable of the Sower invites us to examine the soil of our hearts. God constantly pours out His grace, but its fruitfulness depends on our readiness to receive it. At times, our hearts may be hardened, shallow, or choked by sin, leaving no room for His love to grow. Other times, like fertile ground, we welcome His grace and witness abundant blessings. St. Bridget of Sweden lived this openness, combining mystical encounters with active love for the world...

In a world obsessed with doing, Jesus reminds us of the power of simply being with Him. The story of Martha and Mary isn’t about rebuking service, but about revealing what matters most—listening to the Lord. Like Martha, we can be so caught up in serving God that we forget to sit at His feet. This homily challenges us to choose the “better part” every day by carving out silent time with Jesus, letting His words shape our hearts, and uniting our lives to Him.

When God called Moses from the burning bush, Moses doubted his ability—but God didn’t. Like Moses, we often resist God's call, feeling unworthy or ill-equipped. Yet, the truth remains: God doesn't call the qualified; He qualifies the called. Through childlike faith, humility, and surrender, God works wonders in us and through us. Deacon Robin Waters urges us to trust God’s plan, embrace our identity as His children, and say “yes” to the mission He gives us.