Today we reflect on Saint Pope Pius V and how God worked through him in a difficult time for the Church. The Gospel reminds us that Jesus sends His apostles—and that mission continues today. Even though leaders are imperfect, God still works through them. And in our own lives, we are also called to be sent and to reflect Christ to others.

The life of Saint Catherine of Siena reminds us that truth is not something we create—it is something we discover and live. In the Gospel of John, Jesus reveals that His word is truth and that it will guide and measure our lives. He is like a bridge leading us away from sin and into the fullness of life with God. Step by step, we are invited to move closer to His heart, where love and truth meet. In a world full of shifting opinions, we are called to remain rooted in what is real, eternal, and faithful.

On the feast of Saint Louis de Montfort, we’re reminded that loving the Blessed Mother brings us closer to Jesus. True devotion to Mary isn’t about focusing on her alone—it helps us know, love, and follow Christ more deeply. Just as God chose to come to us through her, we can confidently go to Him through her. In the end, it’s all about growing in a real, personal love for Jesus.

From the very beginning, the Church faced questions and disagreements—but it was never left without guidance. The Holy Spirit led the apostles, helping them discern truth and make decisions for the good of all. Jesus, the Good Shepherd, continues to guide His people through the Church today. We are not alone or lost; God is still speaking and leading us. In every challenge, we can trust the Spirit to show us the way.

Jesus is the Good Shepherd who knows us and calls us by name. This homily reminds us to recognize His voice amid all the noise of life. Like sheep who follow their shepherd, we’re invited to trust Him, stay close, and follow where He leads.

On the feast of Saint Mark the Evangelist, we are reminded how the first Christians focused more on preserving the story of Jesus than their own lives. His Gospel, closely connected to Saint Peter, reveals Christ as the Lion of Judah who speaks truth and life. In Jesus, we come to know not only who God is, but also who we are called to be. Like a lion raised among sheep, we can forget our true identity and live beneath our dignity.

Today’s homily highlights the beauty and power of the Eucharist. Through St. Paul’s conversion, we see how deeply Jesus is united with His Church. When we receive the Eucharist, He transforms us and draws us into His Body. This is the gift of the Mass—to be united with Christ and one another.

This homily reminds us that faith begins by receiving Christ and then sharing Him with others. Through Saint Luke, we see how the Church continues the work of Jesus, especially in the story of Philip the Evangelist. Like Mary, we are first called to welcome Christ in prayer. Then we are sent out to bring Him to others in simple, everyday ways. Even when our prayer feels weak, as Blessed Giles of Assisi said, God still receives it.