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In today’s profound Homily, Father Dan O'Connell reflects on the spiritual danger of becoming "unsettled" by the anxieties of the world. Drawing from the tragic shift in King Solomon's heart and the bold persistence of the Greek woman in the Gospel, Father Dan reminds us that when we allow our hearts to be touched by Christ, we are made whole and secured in Him. We are encouraged to move past the "fleeting moments" of fear and distraction—like a modern-day scam—and to center our lives on the consoling love and mercy of the Lord. This Mass is a powerful call to remain faithful to who God has called us to be, even when the "crown" we wear feels heavy.

May this "heavenly care" and the Sacred Mysteries" we celebrate today restore us to holiness and help us on our journey to eternal salvation.

Mass Chapters for Navigation

-Introductory Rites / Penitential Act: 0:57
-Collect (Opening Prayer): 2:30
-First Reading: 3:03
-Responsorial Psalm: 4:47
-Gospel: 7:09
-Homily: 8:29
-Prayers Of The Faithful: 14:50
-Liturgy of the Eucharist Begins: 16:08
-Eucharistic Prayer / Consecration: 17:57
-The Lord's Prayer: 22:47
-Communion: 25:08
-Concluding Rites / Final Blessing: 27:03

Theological & Liturgical Context
-Season: Thursday of the Fifth Week in Ordinary Time.
-Gospel Focus: The expansion of the mission to the Gentiles; the woman's faith shows that the "scraps" of God’s grace are sufficient to overcome any power of darkness.
-Homily Key Message: We must not let the "heavy crown" of our responsibilities or the "scams" of worldly anxiety distract us from our true identity as children of God who are loved and secured by Him.

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