Hamden Catholic Homily: January 11, 2026

Today is January 11, 2026, the Baptism of the Lord. Our celebrant was Fr. Chris Tiano.What looks like a simple event - Jesus being baptized in the Jordan - is actually a profound theological mystery. It is the moment where the Trinity is revealed: the Father’s voice, the Son’s embrace of our humanity, and the descent of the Holy Spirit.In his homily, Fr. Tiano explores how Jesus receiving the Spirit wasn't for His benefit, but for ours. By entering the water, He gifted our human flesh with the Holy Spirit and set the stage for our own mission to be a light in the darkness.Permission to stream the music in this service obtained from ONE LICENSE with license # A-735133. All rights reserved.