August 18, 2019 20th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Homily by Rev. Deacon Walt Hollis

Deacon told us about the Gospel: Fire and Division. Jesus described the cost of being his disciple. Our Father has an abundance of peace and unity to bring into our lives, but even as we stand firm in our faith, there will be times that we encounter strife and disagreement, even with our own family. Jesus tells His disciples to seek first the kingdom of God, and the rest will follow. When Jesus speaks of the fire He wishes was already kindled, which is the Holy Spirit, which is to come after Him.