# 5/5/2026: Trials Are Part of Following Christ

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Podcast: [Sunday and Daily Mass Homilies by Fr. Aristotle](https://stenobird.com/podcast/sunday-and-daily-mass-homilies-by-fr-aristotle-7073717)
Published: 2026-05-06T01:10:02+00:00
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Duration seconds: 398

## Resource

Tuesday Mass. 5.05.26. Hardships are part of following Christ — not a sign that God has abandoned you. Reflecting on St. Paul's words and Jesus' promise of peace, we explore why trials are necessary.

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