St. Elizabeth of Hungary Church — Portland, OR; Homilies

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Homily audio from St. Elizabeth of Hungary Catholic Church in Portland, OR. Fr. Charles "Chuck" Wood, Pastor

  1. 4D AGO

    Lent 2026: Welcome the Loving Scrutiny of God

    As you prepare for Lent, are you ready to ask God to show you how much He cherishes you? As the Holy Spirit scrutinizes everything out of love, our repentance will set us free from those things that we would be better off without. Let us be ready for the depths of God, which is God's pure and powerful love.   Catholic Mass readings for the Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time, February 15, 2026 First Reading: Sirach 15: 15-20 Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 119: 1-2, 4-5, 17-18, 33-34 Second Reading: First Corinthians 2: 6-10 Alleluia: Matthew 11: 25 Gospel: Matthew 5: 17-37

    7 min

  2. FEB 10

    "Jars of Clay Shine by God's Power" — 5th Sun. in Ordinary Time, 2/8/26

    Did you know there were Isthmian games in ancient Greece along with the Olympics? Father Chuck weaves a little geography and history lesson into today's homily for some background on St. Paul's message to the Corinthians. We have no need to worry about prestige or other human measures when we have Jesus. Let us each shine God's light in the darkness for others from our earthly "jar of clay". Catholic Mass readings for the Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time, February 8, 2026 First Reading: Isaiah 58: 7-10 Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 112: 4-5, 6-7, 8-9 Second Reading: First Corinthians 2: 1-5 Alleluia: John 8: 12 Gospel: Matthew 5: 13-16 Here is Father Chuck's book recommendation from today's reading:  Pray for Us, 75 Saints Who Sinned, Suffered, and Struggled on Their Way to Holiness

    10 min

  3. FEB 3

    "Righteousness, Sanctification, and Redemption" — 4th Sun. in Ordinary Time, 1/2/26

    Did you know that God has a plan that only you can accomplish? While we strive to line ourselves up with God and keep working to become holy; Jesus our Big Brother rescues us from what distances us from God. Let us lift our hearts up to the Lord and pray for God's grace to find out what God is calling us to do. Catholic Mass readings for the Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time, February 1, 2026 First Reading: Zephaniah 2: 3; Zephaniah 3: 12-13 Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 146: 6-7, 8-9a, 9bc-10 Second Reading: First Corinthians 1: 26-31 Alleluia: Matthew 5: 12a Gospel: Matthew 5: 1-12a

    13 min

  4. JAN 28

    "Christian Unity? Still Praying after All These Years" — 3rd Sun. in Ordinary Time, 1/25/26

    Do you think that St. Paul's message to the Corinithians also applies to you? Striving for unity among Christians is just as important today as it was in the first century. That's why every Mass includes prayers for unity, and why there is a special Christian Unity week every year. Let us gather together in courageous and hopeful trust in God for His peace and unity to be restored. Catholic Mass readings for the Third Sunday in Ordinary Time, January 25, 2026 First Reading: Isaiah 8: 23 – 9: 3 Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 27: 1, 4, 13-14 Second Reading: First Corinthians 1: 10-13, 17 Alleluia: Matthew 4: 23 Gospel: Matthew 4: 12-23 or Matthew 4: 12-17

    9 min

  5. JAN 20

    "Got God's Energy for Holy Positivity?" — 2nd Sun. in Ordinary Time, 1/18/26

    Do you feel God's energy calling you to be holy? In today's homily, Father Chuck recommends one way that we can please God. To decrease the "pollution of negativity" in the world, let's bring our personal hurts and irritations to God instead of spreading them to others. And let's also find ways to talk positively with others about our faith, letting the name of Jesus "bubble up" as St. Paul does in today's Second Reading.   Catholic Mass readings for the Second Sunday in Ordinary Time, January 18, 2026 First Reading: Isaiah 49: 3, 5-6 Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 40: 2, 4, 7-8, 8-9, 10 Second Reading: First Corinthians 1: 1-3 Alleluia: John 1: 14a, 12a Gospel: John 1: 29-34

    10 min

  6. JAN 13

    "Fulfill All Righteousness by Christ in You" — Feast of the Baptism of the Lord, 01/11/26

    Do you hear Jesus also speaking to you when he speaks to John The Baptist in today's Gospel? Jesus is asking all of us to cooperate with Him in continuing His mission to do good. Let us seek out the "bruised reeds and smoldering wicks" to whom Jesus wants us to bring God's healing. Catholic Mass readings for The Feast of the Baptism of the Lord Feast, Sunday, January 11, 2026 First Reading: Isaiah 42: 1-4, 6-7 Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 29: 1-2, 3-4, 9-10 Second Reading: Acts 10: 34-38 Alleluia: Mark 9: 7 Gospel: Matthew 3: 13-17

    6 min

  7. JAN 6

    "Three Wise Men & One Wise Drycleaner" — Feast of the Epiphany of the Lord, 01-04-26

    What treasures do you have that represent who you are, and how does God want you to use them? In today's homily. Father Chuck shares a story from a Worklight member who recognized God's voice, as we all are able to do. Let us ask the Holy Spirit for opportunities this year to be "co-partners in the promise" and give what we treasure to the Lord. Catholic Mass readings for the Feast of the Epiphany of the Lord, January 4, 2026 First Reading: Isaiah 60: 1-6 Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 72: 1-2, 7-8, 10-11, 12-13 Second Reading: Ephesians 3: 2-3a, 5-6 Alleluia: Matthew 2: 2 Gospel: Matthew 2: 1-12

    8 min

  8. 12/30/2025

    "The Holy Family's Least Supernatural Member" — Feast of the Holy Family, 12/28/2025

    How can St. Joseph help us gain holiness? Father Chuck points out that St. Joseph is the only member of the Holy Family to be born with sin, as we are, so his life is a good example for us. St. Joseph shows us the importance of recognizing the voice of God, following God's guidance, and dedicating our lives to God and to helping others. Let us pray to St. Joseph to help us become who God created us to be. Catholic Mass readings for the Feast of the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph, December 28, 2025 First Reading: Sirach 3: 2-6, 12-14 Responsorial Psalm: Psalms 128: 1-2, 3, 4-5 Second Reading: Colossians 3: 12-21 or Colossians 3: 12-17 Alleluia: Colossians 3: 15a, 16a Gospel: Matthew 2: 13-15, 19-23

    15 min
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