Homily for Saturday of the 14th Week in Ordinary Time

Jesus tells us that not even a sparrow falls to the ground without God's knowledge. He tells us that God watches over the life and death of even the smallest creatures with great love and care. So, how much more is God watching over us?

Despite our vast numbers, Jesus affirms God's individual concern for each of us. This reassurance is not just a comforting thought but a call to action. God invites us into a personal relationship with Him and also into a communal relationship with Him as the Church, the Body of Christ on earth.

God's care for us is not just a general concern but a meticulous attention to the details of our lives. Jesus assures us of this, saying, "There is no need to be afraid." This is the kind of relationship Jesus Himself had with His Father. He knew beyond the shadow of a doubt that the Father was concerned about the details of His life. As a result, He entrusted Himself to the Father, even when His enemies seemed to have triumphed over Him.

Jesus tells us that we can have the same relationship with the Father. He invites us to share in His relationship with the Father, with and in the unity of the Holy Spirit.