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Homilies & Reflections

Explore our collection of homilies and reflections on the Word of God.

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OUR BEST GIFT TO GOD, By Fr Oluwafemi Victor Orilua CSSp

August 9, 2023

HOMILY OF THURSDAY IN THE 18TH WEEK IN ORDINARY TIME YEAR A Saint Laurence, Deacon, Martyr – Feast Saint Laurence was a revered Deacon and Martyr whose feast is celebrated with great reverence. He lived during the 3rd century and served as one of the seven deacons of Rome. Known for his compassion and charity, he […]

THE LOVE OF A MOTHER, By Fr Oluwafemi Victor Orilua CSSp

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THE LOVE OF A MOTHER, By Fr Oluwafemi Victor Orilua CSSp

August 8, 2023

HOMILY OF WEDNESDAY IN THE 18TH WEEK IN ORDINARY TIME YEAR A Numbers 13:1-2,25-14:1,26-29,34-35, Matthew 15:21-28 THEME: THE LOVE OF A MOTHER Every woman worthy of the name is expected to have deep love for her children. The uncommon love of the gentile woman in todays’ gospel invoked the compassion of Jesus. Even though, she […]

HOW THE TRUTH SETS US FREE, By Fr Oluwafemi Victor Orilua CSSp

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HOW THE TRUTH SETS US FREE, By Fr Oluwafemi Victor Orilua CSSp

August 7, 2023

HOMILY OF TUESDAY IN THE 18TH WEEK IN ORDINARY TIME YEAR A Saint Dominic, Priest Saint Dominic, a revered priest, founded the Dominican Order in the 13th century. Known for his fervent preaching and dedication to learning, he sought to combat heresy and promote truth. His legacy endures through the Order’s commitment to education and […]

THE DANGER OF LIVING IN THE PAST, By Fr Oluwafemi Victor Orilua CSSp

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THE DANGER OF LIVING IN THE PAST, By Fr Oluwafemi Victor Orilua CSSp

August 6, 2023

HOMILY OF MONDAY IN THE 18TH WEEK IN ORDINARY TIME YEAR A Numbers 11:4-15, Matthew 14:13-21 THEME: THE DANGER OF LIVING IN THE PAST One of the challenges we face as humans is truly appreciating the present moment, despite its difficulties and challenges. We often find joy in the novelty of the present, but as […]

VISION OF GOD’S GLORY, By Fr Oluwafemi Victor Orilua CSSp

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VISION OF GOD’S GLORY, By Fr Oluwafemi Victor Orilua CSSp

August 5, 2023

HOMILY OF SUNDAY IN THE 18TH WEEK IN ORDINARY TIME YEAR A The Transfiguration of the Lord – Feast Daniel 7:9-10,13-14, 2 Peter 1:16-19, Matthew 17:1-9 THEME: VISION OF GOD’S GLORY Like Peter, James and John, we are all called to a quiet time with Jesus. To enjoy the vision of his glory, we must seek […]

WHY WE MUST CURB OUR NEGATIVE THOUGHTS, By Fr Oluwafemi Victor Orilua CSSp

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WHY WE MUST CURB OUR NEGATIVE THOUGHTS, By Fr Oluwafemi Victor Orilua CSSp

August 4, 2023

HOMILY OF SATURDAY IN THE 17TH WEEK IN ORDINARY TIME YEAR A Leviticus 25:1,8-17, Matthew 14:1-12 THEME: WHY WE MUST CURB OUR NEGATIVE THOUGHTS It takes God to know the thought of man. Despite the profound depths of the human heart, even a small amount of alcohol can reveal its hidden aspects. Oftentimes, people with […]

SEE FINISH, By Fr Oluwafemi Victor Orilua CSSp

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SEE FINISH, By Fr Oluwafemi Victor Orilua CSSp

August 3, 2023

HOMILY OF FRIDAY IN THE 17TH WEEK IN ORDINARY TIME YEAR A Saint John Mary Vianney, Priest Saint John Mary Vianney, known as the Curé of Ars, was a humble French priest born in 1786. His unwavering dedication to God and the sacraments made him a renowned confessor, drawing countless pilgrims seeking spiritual guidance. Despite […]

OPENING OUR GIFTS UP TO GOD’S LIGHT By Fr Oluwafemi Victor Orilua CSSp

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OPENING OUR GIFTS UP TO GOD’S LIGHT By Fr Oluwafemi Victor Orilua CSSp

August 2, 2023

HOMILY OF THURSDAY IN THE 17TH WEEK IN ORDINARY TIME YEAR A Exodus 40:16-21,34-38, Matthew 13:47-53 THEME: OPENING OUR GIFTS TO GOD’S LIGHT. In today’s gospel, when Jesus realized that the disciples were able to understand his parable about the kingdom, he commended them for using their foreknowledge as a good ground of understanding the […]

THE JOY OF KNOWING CHRIST, By Fr Oluwafemi Victor Orilua CSSp

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THE JOY OF KNOWING CHRIST, By Fr Oluwafemi Victor Orilua CSSp

August 1, 2023

HOMILY OF WEDNESDAY IN THE 17TH WEEK IN ORDINARY TIME YEAR A Exodus 34:29-35, Matthew 13:44-46 THEME: THE JOY OF KNOWING CHRIST Aa Christians, our joy is dependent on the level of  intimacy we share with Jesus. We cannot deeply long to work for him, if we had never had any experience of personal encounter […]