The Universal Call to Holiness in Everyday Life

On the Feast of Saints Martha, Mary, and Lazarus, Fr. Miguel reflects on the three siblings whose holiness flowed from their close relationship with Jesus. Martha is known for her generous hospitality and service, Mary for her contemplative listening at the Lord’s feet, and Lazarus for the miracle of being raised from the dead.What united them was time spent with Jesus — listening to Him, welcoming Him, and trusting Him. Fr. Miguel reminds us that Jesus is the true source of all holiness in every state of life. He challenges us to examine whether our relationship with the Lord remains steady in both public and private, and whether others can see Christ in us.Drawing from Mother Angelica’s words — “You may be the only Jesus your neighbor will ever see” — this homily calls us to live our Catholic faith daily, not just on Sundays.Saints Martha, Mary, and Lazarus, pray for us.