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Solemnity of the Baptism of the Lord, homily by Reverend Pastor Michael J Hurley, OP. January 11, 2026
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- St. Dominic's Weekly
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- Jan 12, 2026
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- 760
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Summary
True identity is found not in self-improvement, but in the realization that you are a beloved child of God. Using the story of Eric Liddell from 'Chariots of Fire,' this homily explores how recognizing God's delight in our natural talents can restore our sense of vocation.
Topics
- Baptism
- Christian Identity
- Vocation
- Spirituality
- Catholic Homily
- Divine Providence
- Self-Discovery
Highlights
- Main idea: Our primary identity is being a beloved child of God, established at baptism
- Practical takeaway: Seek moments in your daily life where you feel God's pleasure through your specific talents and gifts
- Failure mode: Focusing exclusively on fixing faults and sins can cause us to lose sight of our fundamental worth
- Lesson: Vocation is often found at the intersection of our God-given abilities and our service to others
- Reflective practice: End each day by naming one moment where you experienced God's delight in your life
Chapters
1:00The Gospel of the Baptism: A reading from the Gospel of Matthew describing Jesus' baptism by John in the Jordan River.2:00The Voice from Heaven: The descent of the Spirit and the Father's declaration of Jesus as His beloved Son.3:00Chariots of Fire and Vocation: Using the story of Olympic runner Eric Liddell to illustrate the tension between worldly talent and spiritual mission.6:00Identity Before Mission: Reflecting on how Jesus is identified as beloved before He begins His work of salvation.8:00Beyond New Year's Resolutions: Moving past the struggle of self-improvement to embrace our inherent status as God's children.9:00Finding God's Pleasure: A call to identify the specific activities and gifts that allow us to experience God's delight.11:00Renewal of Baptismal Promises: A liturgical renewal of faith and the reaffirmation of our identity in Christ.