Remove the Stone and have Jesus says, "let him go free."
About this episode
Fr. Sikstus reflects on the themes of death, new life, and the obstacles that hold us back from living fully in Christ as we approach Easter.
As we enter the final week of Lent, Fr. Sikstus reflects on the theme of "death and new life." Drawing from the prophet Ezekiel, Fr. Sikstus reminds us of God promises' "I am going to open your graves...and raise you from your graves." The grave symbolizes our moments of despair, suffering, and feeling trapped. But God will bring new life and hope. In the Gospel of Lazarus, Fr. Sikstus highlights Martha's unwavering faith. Her words become a model for us: to believe that God is still present and active, even when all seems lost. The "stone" before Lazarus' tomb represents the obstacles in our lives - sin, fear, and lack of faith - all which hold us back from truly living in Christ. As we prepare for Easter, we are invited to reflect: What are the stones we need to remove? With faith, prayer, and trust, let us "remove the stone" and allow Jesus to say to us: "Let him go free." - Sunday Homily by Fr. Sikstus Bapa Atawolo, C.Ss.R. (22 March 2026)
More episodes of Sunday Homilies with the Redemptorists
- Can we clear the 'clouds' and be living witnesses of Christ?
- Blessed are we who have not seen and yet Believe!
- Do what is right in the eyes of God.
- Blindness and Light - Are we allowing God to restore our vision?
- Crash those walls of biases and let the Living Water of Christ flow
- When the Journey is not a Sprint or Marathon, but a Slow Walk with God
Explore listener stats, chart rankings, contacts and more on the Sunday Homilies with the Redemptorists podcast page.