March 22, 2026 - 5th Sunday of Lent

Fr. Rob explores the humanity of Jesus through John's Gospel, traditionally known for emphasizing Christ's divine nature. Focusing on the deeper meaning of Jesus being "perturbed," he reveals how this word indicates Jesus was shaken to his very core - experiencing very human fears about his approaching death and suffering. This powerful homily offers comfort to listeners struggling with their own mortality, reminding us that Jesus fully understands our deepest fears because he experienced them too. Fr. Rob also distinguishes between doubt (which allows room for faith) and certainty (which can shut out our need for God), encouraging us to bring our struggles and fears to Christ in prayer.

Episode 17 of the Blessed Sacrament Parish Community Homilies podcast, hosted by Fr. Rob Howe, titled "March 22, 2026 - 5th Sunday of Lent" was published on March 23, 2026 and runs 9 minutes.

March 23, 2026 ·9m · Blessed Sacrament Parish Community Homilies

Summary

Fr. Rob explores the humanity of Jesus through John's Gospel, traditionally known for emphasizing Christ's divine nature. Focusing on the deeper meaning of Jesus being "perturbed," he reveals how this word indicates Jesus was shaken to his very core - experiencing very human fears about his approaching death and suffering. This powerful homily offers comfort to listeners struggling with their own mortality, reminding us that Jesus fully understands our deepest fears because he experienced them too. Fr. Rob also distinguishes between doubt (which allows room for faith) and certainty (which can shut out our need for God), encouraging us to bring our struggles and fears to Christ in prayer.

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