Homilies by Fr. Mark Goring, CC
Setting our minds on god
Is your mind focused on things of the world? In this Sunday’s homily, Father Mark speaks on the importance of looking to heaven for direction, and how our vision changes when we journey with God. Open your heart and receive the news of the gospel!
Bearing Good Fruit
What does the fruit of your heart reveal to others? In today’s homily, Father Mark Goring explains the importance of cultivating a good mind, and how our speech reveals the fruit in our hearts. Let us be attentive to the message of the Gospel!
Revival Update
In today’s homily, Father Mark Goring CC shares exciting plans for the church’s revival, reflecting on its rich history and legacy in the community. He emphasized how the vibrant ministries within the parish are sparking a renewed energy and passion, breathing new life into the church’s mission. With faith and dedication, the parish is poised to continue growing and making a transformative impact.
Mary’s Life in the Spirit
Do you recognize the Holy Spirit moving in your life? In his Sunday homily, Fr. Mark highlights five instances in the life of the Blessed Virgin Mary where she received an outpouring of the Holy Spirit, in order to emphasize that God is always at work in our lives.
Go to Confession this Advent!
In his Sunday homily, Fr. Mark encourages each of us to be washed clean and clothed in God’s mercy by receiving the Sacrament of Confession this Advent season.
Make Him King of Your Life
Is Jesus reigning in every moment of your life? On the Feast of Christ the King, Fr. Mark reminds us that we are to put in the effort each day to live a way of life that glorifies God; and this is the work of a lifetime.
Doing Works of Mercy
Oftentimes, it can seem as though our culture is morally and spiritually bankrupt, and can neglect those who are most in need. In his Sunday homily, Fr. Mark highlights some key ministries at St. Mary’s that fulfill the Spiritual and Corporal Works of Mercy, and encourages us to give thanks to God for all He is doing at the Parish, and to recommit ourselves to helping those who are in need.
Fr. Mark’s Surrender Moment
Fr. Bob Bedard, the Founder of the Companions of the Cross, once said “that the only thing worth doing in life is God’s Will.” In his Sunday homily, Fr. Mark shares his vocation story and challenges each of us to say “yes” to the Lord in whatever He is calling us to do.
Take Your Next Step
Growth in virtue is the work of a lifetime. In his Sunday homily, Fr. Mark reminds us that it is important for us to continuously work at weeding out the things in our lives that are not of God, and that we can do this one small step at a time.
Do Not Worry About Tomorrow
More often than not, it can be challenging to make the decision to not worry about all of the things that trouble us in our lives. In his Sunday homily, Fr. Mark encourages us to commit today to following Jesus, and to consciously choose to not worry about tomorrow.