Father Michael's Thoughts This Week

WEEKLY THOUGHTS 11th SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME

JUNE 14, 2026

Dear Friends, 

 This weekend we celebrate the 11th Sunday of Ordinary time after celebration of the Corpus Christi last Sunday- the Abiding presence of Jesus in the Eucharist. The Eucharist remains for us the Source and Summit of our faith.

 The Readings of this Sunday reminds us of our dignity, the love, mercy and care God extended to our forefathers. “I bore you on the eagle’s wings.’’ The people had to listen to God and keep his covenant. “The harvest is great, but the laborers are few.” Has the work of evangelization minimized at our age?

 In the Gospel Matthew 9:36-10:8, Jesus’ heart after being moved with pity at the site of the crowds sends the twelve on a mission to announce the reign of God. Jesus gives power and authority over unclean spirits and all kinds of ailments. The signs of healing; curing of the sick, lepers cleansed, demons driven out, the dead raised to life are the principal signs to announce the reign of God.

 The disciples of Jesus continued the work of evangelization; proclaiming the kingdom of heaven in word and deed. The Church as the Body of Christ has evangelization as a mission and task to be fulfilled. By its character, the Church as missionary – must announce the reign of God.

 Jesus had observed the deep spiritual needs of the people that needed to be addressed by the religious leaders of the time. Possibly emptiness, loneliness, unhappiness and meaningless life is there in many lives of our people. How do I respond to the concern of Jesus? Let us not get tired of advocating for justice and peace and issues affecting stability and harmony in our families.

 By virtue of our Baptism, we are incorporated into the Body of Christ who is King, Priest and Prophet. This should remind us of our dignity as beloved children of God and members of the royal priesthood. 

 Let us generously use the various gifts and talents we have received for the work of evangelization, making Jesus known. Thank you all for your generosity to our Parish needs and programs.

 God bless and have a great week.