Homily for the Memorial of Saint Ignatius of Antioch

Jesus' words about sparrows serve as a powerful statement about God. Sparrows are common birds, lacking in notable distinction. Yet, not a single sparrow is overlooked in God’s eyes. God pays attention to even the smallest and least significant creatures. 

If God cares for the humble sparrow, how much more does He cherish us? God is aware of the smallest details of our lives. In the grand scheme of things, this is truly remarkable. God, as the Creator, is transcendent and worthy of reverence and awe, yet can He also focus on each individual in this vast world.

Jesus reassures us that God is a caring Father who is close to us and looks after each one of us. Knowing this, we can trust ourselves to Him without any hesitation.