Saint Helens Catholic Church

09/07/2026

15th Sunday After Pentecost- From the Gate to the Burden

What happens when the procession of death collides with the Author of Life?

In this sermon, we walk through Luke 7:11–17 and Galatians 5:25–6:9 to trace the movement of the Gospel—from Christ’s unbidden compassion at the gates of Nain to our call to carry one another’s loads.......https://www.sainthelencatholicchurch.org/from_the_gate_to_the_burden.php

09/07/2026

15th Sunday After Pentecost

Two processions meet at the gate of Nain: death walking out, and Life walking in.

Nobody asked Jesus to intervene. Nobody begged Him for a miracle. He simply saw a grieving widow, was moved in His very gut with compassion, and spoke a single word of authority: "Young man, arise."

If you are carrying a loss, a secret burden, or a part of your soul that feels completely dead—know this: Jesus doesn't wait for a formal invitation to move toward your pain. He is already walking toward you.

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08/23/2026

My Sunday Sermon:
13th Sunday after Pentecost
Grace Received, Gratitude Returned

This week we're reflecting on two powerful Scripture passages that dive into the heart of our faith: the promise of God in Galatians, and the beautiful healing of the ten lepers in Luke's Gospel. We'll explore how God's grace meets us right where we are, not because of what we earn, but because of His faithful love. And we will consider the difference between simply receiving a blessing and returning to the Giver with grateful hearts....https://www.sainthelencatholicchurch.org/grace_received_gratitude_returned.php

08/17/2026

11th Sunday After Pentecost:

Life in the Ditch, Life in the Spirit
Ever found yourself looking for a loophole in God’s Word—just trying to figure out the bare minimum of who you actually have to love? In this message on the Parable of the Good Samaritan (Luke 10:25–37), we dig into the difference between being 'letter perfect' in our theology and actually walking in the compassion of Jesus. If you’ve ever felt stuck, overlooked, or tempted to cross to the other side of the road, this sermon is for you.....

08/17/2026

My Sunday Sermon-
11th Sunday After Pentecost:

Life in the Ditch, Life in the Spirit
Ever found yourself looking for a loophole in God’s Word—just trying to figure out the bare minimum of who you actually have to love? In this message on the Parable of the Good Samaritan (Luke 10:25–37), we dig into the difference between being 'letter perfect' in our theology and actually walking in the compassion of Jesus. If you’ve ever felt stuck, overlooked, or tempted to cross to the other side of the road, this sermon is for you.....https://www.sainthelencatholicchurch.org/life_in_the_ditch_life_in_the_spirit.php

08/02/2026

My Sunday Sermon:
10th Sunday After Pentecost: Two Men, Two Prayers, One Mercy
Two men walked into the Temple to pray. One brought an impressive resume of good deeds; the other brought nothing but empty hands and a desperate plea for mercy. Only one walked home right with God.

Are your good deeds secretly building a wall between you and grace? Dive into Two Men, Two Prayers, One Mercy to explore the hidden danger of spiritual pride and why God isn't looking for our "credentials"—He’s just looking for our honesty.

08/02/2026

My Sunday Sermon:
10th Sunday After Pentecost: Two Men, Two Prayers, One Mercy

Two men walked into the Temple to pray. One brought an impressive resume of good deeds; the other brought nothing but empty hands and a desperate plea for mercy. Only one walked home right with God. ⛪️

Are your good deeds secretly building a wall between you and grace? Dive into Two Men, Two Prayers, One Mercy to explore the hidden danger of spiritual pride and why God isn't looking for our "credentials"—He’s just looking for our honesty.
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https://www.sainthelencatholicchurch.org/two_men_two_prayers_one_mercy.php

07/26/2026

9th Sunday After Pentecost
My Sunday Sermon
Frayed Wires: A Warning Before the Spark

In this powerful sermon on 1 Corinthians 10:1–13 and Luke 19, we explore the subtle danger of spiritual presumption. Just like a frayed wire behind a newly painted wall, our spiritual lives can look fine on the outside—complete with baptism, church attendance, and religious traditions—while quietly coming apart underneath.

Paul warns us that privilege is not protection. The Israelites had the cloud, the Red Sea, and spiritual food in the wilderness, yet many still fell. How do we check our own "wires" before the spark? How do we move from a faith of habit to a house of prayer and quiet fidelity?

07/26/2026

9th Sunday After Pentecost
Frayed Wires: A Warning Before the Spark

In this powerful sermon on 1 Corinthians 10:1–13 and Luke 19, we explore the subtle danger of spiritual presumption. Just like a frayed wire behind a newly painted wall, our spiritual lives can look fine on the outside—complete with baptism, church attendance, and religious traditions—while quietly coming apart underneath.

Paul warns us that privilege is not protection. The Israelites had the cloud, the Red Sea, and spiritual food in the wilderness, yet many still fell. How do we check our own "wires" before the spark? How do we move from a faith of habit to a house of prayer and quiet fidelity?...https://www.sainthelencatholicchurch.org/frayed_wires_a_warning_before_the_spark.php

07/19/2026

My Sunday Sermon:
Heirs Who Act Like Stewards

If your time was up today — if right now you were told, "Turn in the account of your management, you can no longer be steward" — what would you do with what is in your hands? Would you panic like that manager did? Or would you already know exactly what to do, because you already know exactly who you are?.....https://www.sainthelencatholicchurch.org/heirs_who_act_like_stewards.php