Mar Abraham Church Sunday Homilies Mar Abraham

Homily Feast of Pentecost | 1st Sunday of the Apostles
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The Feast of Pentecost, celebrated 50 days after the Resurrection of Christ, marks the fulfillment of God's promise of sending the Holy Spirit, the Third Person of the Holy Trinity, to the Church. The Holy Spirit, often overlooked, is the Giver of Life and the entity that unites the Church. The Holy Spirit is given to us at Baptism and confirmed at Confirmation. The Holy Spirit's role is to convince, guide, and glorify Christ and us, marking the current age as the Age of the Holy Spirit.

Homily for the First Sunday after the Ascension
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The homily celebrates mothers and their irreplaceable role in nurturing and caring for their children. It emphasizes the distinct but complementary roles of men and women, and likens the church to a mother, nurturing and guiding its followers. The homily encourages husbands to be present and supportive, children to reassure their mothers of their safety and closeness to God, and reassures mothers that their sacrifices are seen and appreciated by God.

English Homily for the Fifth Sunday of the Resurrection
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The homily emphasizes the importance of perseverance and faith, drawing parallels from the disciples' experience of failure and the call to return to their faith. Despite their expertise in fishing, the disciples faced failure, much like Saul who, despite his righteousness, was wrong. The sermon encourages us to listen to Jesus' suggestions, even in the face of failure or crisis. It suggests that if we feel our faith is hanging by a thread, or if we've tried and failed, we should cast our net once more, following Jesus' guidance.

English Homily - Fourth Sunday of the Resurrection

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Jesus tells his disciples that he will leave them, a revelation that guarantees sorrow but also promises his return and an everlasting joy that cannot be taken away. This joy can only be experienced when Jesus' promise is believed and accepted, transforming sorrow into peace. We call upon the prayers of St George and Mar Abraham/Oraha to fully commit to God and experience His peace.

Healing the Wounds of Doubt in Thomas
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English Homily for New Sunday & Divine Mercy Sunday
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On the first Sunday after the Resurrection, the focus is on Thomas, known as the Doubter, who struggled to believe in Jesus' resurrection. Despite being seen as problematic, hardheaded, and demanding, Thomas' doubt stems from his past experiences and yearning for concrete proof. Jesus, instead of reprimanding him, meets him in his pain and invites him to touch his wounds, leading to Thomas' belief. The narrative concludes with the saying, "Blessed are those who have not seen yet believed."

Passion Friday Homily - 2024
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The Christian Faith, while familiar to many, can sometimes become estranged due to various life circumstances. However, the belief is that Jesus, despite being unrecognized and rejected by the world he created, chose to become a stranger to reconnect with those who feel estranged. This act is seen as an invitation to re-familiarize and reconnect with the faith, reminding believers of the lengths Jesus went to ensure unity with them.
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