Going to the Heart of the Matter

Homily: Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time (A) Matthew 22:34-40 25 October 2020 Fr. Ricky Montanez There is a household inhabited by people known to publicly practice their faith and spread the gospel. Their neighbors believe them to be so kind to have employed a helper despite her hearing disability and history of abuse. Their helperContinue reading “Going to the Heart of the Matter”

Keeping Our Allegiances Straight

Homily: Twenty-Ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time (A) Matthew 22:15-21 18 October 2020 Fr. Ricky C. Montanez When was the last time you’ve been to a party? I hope, none of you would answer “recently”. As we know, gatherings are still prohibited these days.  Back when I could accept invitations to parties, I’d always remind myself toContinue reading “Keeping Our Allegiances Straight”

Clothed in Righteousness

Homily: Twenty-Eighth  Sunday in Ordinary Time (A) Matthew 22:1-14 11 October 2020 Fr. Ricky C. Montanez I believe it has been established that one of the ways to control the spread of Covid 19 is to wear a face mask. Strangely enough, some people still refuse to wear one! Understandably, those with breathing problems, some formsContinue reading “Clothed in Righteousness”

Celebrating the Abundance in Scarcity

Homily: Twenty-Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time Matthew 21:33-43 4 October 2020 Fr. Ricky C. Montanez Before this Covid 19 pandemic, we found ourselves always rushing from one activity to the next. We barely had time for simple physical exercises, to catch our breath, more so whisper a prayer to God. We were just too busy!Continue reading “Celebrating the Abundance in Scarcity”