Pick up our cross and follow our Lord; embrace hardships in the peace of Christ

Homily of Fr. Michael O'Connor from Mass on April 30, 2024 at Our Lady of the Gulf Catholic Church in Bay St. Louis, MS
Referenced Readings:
Acts of the Apostles 14:19-28
John 14:27-31a
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[@Nonnie5-ik1ct]

Oh Father, I really needed to hear your message today!

[@Marekcatholic]

Thank you Fr. Mike. We all need the support of our tribe. Sometimes it feels to me that being Catholic is like being a lone warrior in the battlefield.

[@bettybella2417]

SHALOM REV FR MIKE.

[@Catholic33AD]

Thank you Father.
My faith is only made stronger in my weakness.
Catholicism is the religion of the Cross.
Every Catholic is on their own pace with their cross. Some haven’t even picked it up yet others are carrying it for them.
No judgement we pray for them. Amen

[@NedJanelGarber]

Thank you Father Mike, for this beautiful reminder to pick up our cross and follow Jesus. Something I needed to hear today.

[@teresamelvin1073]

Thank you Father Mike what a beautiful homily God bless you❤

[@user-tv1tf3lw8t]

Thank you Father Mike for reminding us to carry our crosses!!!❤️

[@dianenoll9126]

Thank you Father Mike for encouraging our days. Be Still and know that i am God! God bless you

[@eileengonzalez9082]

🙏 God strengthen us. We are worldly weaklings. 🙏 📿

[@mariettatrapani291]

Memorial of Saint Pope Pius V: Saint Pius V was born near Alexandria in Italy in the Year of 1504. He entered the Dominican Order and taught theology. After being ordained a Bishop and named a Cardinal He became Pope in the Year 1566 and was one of the most notable of the 16th Century. He vigorously implemented and enforced the reforms of the Church begun at the Council of Trent promoted the spread of the faith and renewed Divine Worship. Published the Roman Catechism, Revised the Roman Missal, and Liturgy of the Hours. He Died in the Year 1572. Saint Pope Pius V Pray For Us! Thank You Rev. Mike O'Connor & God Bless! ⛪

[@stephaniehatfield5831]

Always, feeding your lambs, thank you Fr Mike🙏🏻 McMinnville, Oregon

[@patodwyer721]

My Lord and my God ✝️ 💕

[@victoriapagano2477]

Thank you Fr. Mike, God Bless you

[@davidfoster466]

Amen, Amen.
Hardtimes are a part of life. Jesus helps us through all of our lives.
Trust in Jesus and let others see the Jesus in you so you may help them find their hope.
Peace be with you.
YbiC, David

[@vernaandrus7314]

Amen ✝️🙏✨✌️🥰
Thank you , Father 🙏✨✌️🥰

[@cnyphotovideo]

Amen. Thank you Fr. Mike.

[@annemcgoff8495]

Powerful words, 🙏!

[@charleslee5707]

Yes Amen Hallelujah praise to you dear lord Jesus christ ❤🎉😊💝✝🛐🙏🕊🔥💞

[@annaplucinsky4605]

😂i totally agree❤😂😂❤

[@walkwagrepeat]

❤

[@Thoughtworld1984]

Nice thoughts on what family and friends SHOULD be. 😂😂😂