Sunday Homilies with the Redemptorists

In his homily, Father Terence reflected on how fear can quietly shape the way we live. Using the image of a dog conditioned to remain within an invisible boundary, he showed how fear can keep us trapped even when the barriers are no longer there.He identified two sources of challenge in our lives. The first comes from outside: misunderstanding, criticism, and opposition for doing what is right, as experienced by the prophet Jeremiah. The second rises from within: our struggle with sin, which distances us from God and leaves us trapped in guilt and shame.When fear takes hold, we shrink - growing silent when truth needs to be spoken and passive when courage is required.Yet in the Gospel, Jesus repeatedly tells us, “Do not be afraid.” We are never alone. Armed with God's truth and His love, we are called to step beyond our fears and live with genuine freedom and conviction.Sunday Homily by Fr. Terence Wee, C.Ss.R. (21 June 2026)

Sunday of the Word of God ties all three readings together with one message: God’s Word isn’t just something we hear — it’s something that must change how we live.Fr Gerard explains how the early church in Corinth did not live according to God’s word. St Paul calls the Church back to unity in Christ and healing of division.In the Gospel, Jesus himself is the Word in action: he proclaims, “Repent, for the Kingdom of God is at hand,” and he calls ordinary fishermen to follow him. Their response is immediate and concrete — they leave their nets and become disciples. Fr Gerard challenges us to allow God’s word to guide us back to God, leave what holds us back and join Jesus’ mission.Today we are reminded to truly honour God’s Word, which brings light where we are in darkness, heal divisions in how we relate to others, and push us into real repentance and discipleship — letting Jesus reshape our choices, habits, and daily life.- Sunday Homily by Fr. Gerard Louis, C.Ss.R. (25 January 2026)

Last week’s Feast of the Epiphany was a manifestation and revelation of who Jesus is and today the Baptism of our Lord is the 2nd revelation of his person.Of note there are 2 things- his identity and mission that flows from his identity.What does the baptism of Jesus mean for us?Baptism means to be born again. We are cleansed by the water and reborn. Why did Jesus do that when he doesn’t need to? To identify with us sinners, to subject himself to our human condition i.e. challenges, conflict, denial betrayal etc. He is with us- Emmanuel. Jesus’ identity—Son of God and MessiahJesus’ mission—To save the Jews and all nations from the path of darkness and to carry out the mission, Jesus needs to know God’s will.For us - we know that Jesus’ identity is son of God and saviour of the world and through our baptism, we become adopted children of God. As such we should get to know God more and more through Jesus. Our mission- we take part in the saving works of Jesus where we become witnesses of God’s merciful love.- Sunday Homily by Fr. Peter Wee, C.Ss.R. (11 January 2026)

As we celebrate the Feast of the Holy Family, we are reminded that the family life of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph began not in comfort or security, but amid uncertainty, fear, and flight from danger. What sustained them in these far-from-ideal circumstances was love—steadfast and self-giving—rooted deeply in their trust in God.The theme of family runs clearly through today’s readings. In the first reading, Sirach calls us to honour our parents, recognising the sacred bond that shapes and nurtures life. In the second reading, St Paul speaks of harmony and cooperation within the family—between husband and wife, parents and children—so that the household may become a place of holiness and unity.As Fr Prabhu reminds us, the love that holds a family together is often quiet, hidden, and sacrificial. It is a love that can easily be taken for granted, yet it is never unseen by God. On this feast, may the Holy Family teach us to love with humility and faith, and to place our trust in God, just as they did, in every season of our family life.- Sunday Homily by Fr. Antony Prabhu, C.Ss.R. (28 December 2025)