Daily Homilies, Weekday Homilies by Fr. Tommy Lane (2024)

Advent

Lent

Easter

Ordinary Time

Saints

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Advent

Week 2

Friday Wisdom is vindicated 2007

Week 3

Tuesday We are happy to be the remnant around Jesus2016

December 17-24

December 17 The family tree of Jesus: saint and sinner 2009

Lent

Ash WednesdayGiving up sin during Lent 2007

Related homilies:Refocusing on Jesus during Lent 2024

Week 1

Wednesday The sign of Jonah: preaching repentance 2012

Week 3

Wednesday Jesus did not come to abolish the Law but to fulfill it2013

Jesus completed and perfected the Law and can complete and perfect us 2014

Week 4

Wednesday God’s mercy looks not at our past but to our future and potential2007

WednesdayFrom Sabbath to Sunday: thinking transformed by Christ 2010

Week 5

Wednesday If you know the Truth, the Truth will set you free2016

WednesdayRemaining in Jesus’ Word 2019

Easter

Octave

Wednesday We are the Disciples on the Road to Emmaus 2013

Friday Transformed by Meeting Jesus 2013

Week 2

Wednesday Sharing in the Life of Jesus now2011

WednesdayGod so Loved the World that he gave his only Son 2015

Week 3

FAQs

Why do Catholics call sermons homilies? ›

Many people consider it synonymous with a sermon. The English word homily is derived from the Ancient Greek word ὁμιλία homilia, which means intercourse or interaction with other people (derived from the word homilos, meaning "a gathering").

What was the message of the homily? ›

The purpose of the homily is to unpack the Lectionary readings of the liturgy in a way that shines the Word of God on both our lives in this world and our lives in the world to come. God's Word is wisdom for growing in holiness right now and encouragement for persevering on our way toward His heavenly banquet.

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What is the significance of the Book of homilies? ›

Readings from the Book of Homilies were intended to insure that congregations of the Church of England would hear only officially approved doctrine. Cranmer's book was a compilation of twelve sermons. Three sermons are known to have come from Cranmer's hand-Of Salvation, Of Faith, and Of Good Works.

What is the homilies for Ash Wednesday? ›

We come from the earth and we need heaven; we need him. With God, we will rise from our ashes, but without him, we are dust. As we humbly bow our heads to receive the ashes, we are reminded of this truth: we are the Lord's; we belong to him.

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Do Protestants have homilies? ›

It is true that "homily" is more commonly used in Roman Catholic and Anglican circles and "sermon" in Protestant churches. But if you ask a Protestant seminarian what courses (s)he is taking, the answer will be: "and I'm taking homiletics"—which is the art and discipline of making sermons (or homilies).

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What is the difference between a homily and a sermon? ›

Sermons are more formal and may be delivered on specific occasions such as weddings, funerals or feast days, while homilies are a regular part of the Mass and are given every Sunday and on major holy days.

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What is the difference between a sermon and a message? ›

In Evangelical Christianity, the sermon is often called the "message". It occupies an important place in worship service, half the time, about 45 to 60 minutes. This message can be supported by a powerpoint, images and videos. In some churches, messages are grouped into thematic series.

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What is the meaning of homilies? ›

1. : a usually short sermon. a priest delivering his homily. 2. : a lecture or discourse on or of a moral theme.

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Is homily the same as gospel? ›

The two terms are often used interchangeably, but they're not exactly the same. In a Catholic mass, the homily is meant to connect to and examine the meaning of that particular week's gospel reading.

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What is the end of a sermon called? ›

The conclusion is the most important part of the sermon and it seems so fitting that it is often the most difficult portion of the sermon to draft.

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Who wrote the book of homilies? ›

The authors of the Homilies are not named, but it is understood that Archbishop Thomas Cranmer wrote several of those in the first Book, and John Jewel, Bishop of Salisbury, wrote most of those in the second Book. The Book of Homilies is mentioned in the Thirty-nine Articles (No.

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What is a short sermon called? ›

In many churches and lecture halls, a homily is just a short message on a religious topic or moral issue that's meant to encourage those who hear it.

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Do evangelicals observe Ash Wednesday? ›

Ash Wednesday is observed by numerous denominations within Western Christianity. Latin Church Catholics observe it, along with certain Protestants like Lutherans, Anglicans, some Baptists, many Methodists (including Nazarenes and Wesleyans), the Evangelical Covenant Church, and some Mennonites.

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What are Catholic homilies? ›

A sermon or informal discourse on some part of the Sacred Scriptures. It aims to explain in an instructive commentary the literal meaning of the chosen text or subject and from this develop a practical application for the moral or spiritual life. The oldest extant homily is the sermon of Peter on Pentecost Sunday.

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What do Catholic say for Ash Wednesday? ›

Compassionate and Holy God, stir the dust of our lives and help us remember who we are. and give us the courage to yield to redemption. Ignite the ashes of our burned-out dreams and kindle life.

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Do Catholic priests give sermons or homilies? ›

Canon 767.1 tells us that the homily, which is an explanation of the Scriptures that takes place during the liturgy itself, is the most important form of preaching and can only be done by a cleric. Note that deacons are clerics, and so they can preach the homily just as priests can.

What is the difference between a sermon and a devotional? ›

Sermons are public. Devotional times are personal. The purpose of a sermon is to reveal the mysteries of God to the bride of Christ at a given moment. The purpose of a devotional time is to spur individual growth over time.

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When did homilies begin? ›

That the custom was as old as the sixth century we know from the fact that St. Gregory the Great refers to it, and that St. Benedict mentions it in his rule (Batiffol, “History of the Roman Breviary“, 107). This was particularly true of the homilies of St.

Daily Homilies, Weekday Homilies by Fr. Tommy Lane (2024)

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