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Father Burke’s homily for today’s Mass November 11, 2026 – Memorial of Saint Martin of Tours, Bishop Ten lepers cried out to Jesus, “Jesus, Master! Have pity on us!” (Luke 17:13). These ten lepers represent each one of us. We may not have leprosy, but we are all spiritually ill in one way or another. What are the wounds, fears, insecurities, or sins that keep you from being fully free? Sometimes our strong emotional reactions reveal something deeper that needs healing. Jesus told the ten lepers to present themselves to the priests, and they were cleansed along the way. All ten received physical healing, but only one returned to give thanks and praise to God. And that person was a Samaritan! Although Samaritans were despised by the Jews, this man recognized the source of his healing and returned to thank Jesus. In the first reading, St. Paul reminds Titus that we are saved not because of our accomplishments, but because of God’s mercy. Through the Holy Spirit, God washes us clean and gives us new life in Christ. We cannot heal ourselves or earn our salvation. We need Jesus! Today we celebrate St. Martin of Tours (316–397), a soldier who became a monk and eventually a bishop in France. One day, he encountered a poor beggar who was freezing outside the city gates. Martin cut his military cloak in half and gave one half to the beggar. That night, he had a vision of Jesus wearing the cloak and saying that Martin had clothed Him. Martin spent his life serving the poor and evangelizing others. He is the patron saint of soldiers, horses, beggars, and those who serve the poor. St. Martin reminds us that gratitude should lead to generosity. When we recognize how much God has given us, we naturally want to share those gifts with others. I can relate to the ten lepers because Jesus has healed me in many ways. I used to have a tremendous fear of public speaking. I was very shy and struggled to look people in the eye. Because I did not fully understand my identity as a beloved son of God, I constantly worried about what others thought of me. As I grew in my relationship with Jesus, I began to understand that I am loved unconditionally by God. I no longer needed to seek the approval of others to find my identity. Today, I speak publicly almost every day and actually enjoy it! I know this transformation was a gift from God. Perhaps there is an area of your life where you need healing. Do not be afraid to cry out to Jesus. He wants to set you free and restore you to the person He created you to be. And when He answers your prayer, remember to return to Him with a grateful heart. Three questions for prayer and reflection: 1What wounds, fears, or sins keep me from being fully free, and have I invited Jesus to heal them? 2What strong emotional reactions do I experience that might reveal something in my heart that needs healing? 3Do I take time every day to thank God for His blessings, and how can I share those blessings with others? God bless, Fr. Burke 
=========================== Fr. Burke’s video for November 11 – youtu.be/yLVmUYAsvvM

Saint Martin Of Tours Patron Saint of: Soldiers, cavalry, and beggars Feast Day: November 11 Saint Martin of Tours (c. 316-397 A.D.) was born into a pagan family in what is now Hungary. He was raised in Italy where his father, a senior officer in the Roman army, was stationed. At the age of ten Martin joined the Church as a catechumen soon after Christianity was legalized across the Roman Empire. Taking after his father, he joined the cavalry at the age of fifteen and was stationed in Gaul. At one point during his time of service he encountered a poor beggar who lacked adequate clothing on a cold winter day. St. Martin took his sword and cut his heavy woolen officer cloak in half, and gave the other half to the beggar. Following this act of charity, St. Martin had a vision in which he saw Jesus wearing the portion of his cloak he gave to the beggar, while telling the angels that it was Martin who had clothed him. After this vision Martin sought baptism, at the age of eighteen, and proclaimed himself a soldier for Christ. He left the military and adopted the penitential life of a hermit, attracting followers which eventually resulted in the founding of a monastery. St. Martin gained a reputation for holiness and performing miracles so that, when the bishop of Tours died, the people demanded that Martin take his place. As bishop he continued his austere life, took great care to train holy priests, destroyed pagan worship sites, and worked to spread Christianity throughout his diocese. St. Martin of Tours is the patron saint of cavalry, soldiers, innkeepers, horses and riders, beggars, and those in need. His feast day is November 11th.

Jesus Christ, my God, I adore You and thank You for all the graces You have given me this day. I offer You my sleep and all the moments of this night. I place myself and all my loved ones, wherever they may be, in Your sacred side and under the mantle of Our Blessed Mother. Let Your holy angels stand watch and keep us in peace. Amen. The Madonna of the Rosary by Simone Cantarini. This artwork celebrates the Virgin Mary holding the Christ Child, with rosary symbolism highlighting devotion and prayer. Theme and Composition: Focuses on Mary and Jesus, emphasizing her role in spiritual guidance through the rosary. Symbolism: Represents devotion, grace, and intercession through Marian imagery and the rosary motif.

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Father Burke’s Homily for today’s Mass: November 10, 2026 – Memorial of St. Leo the Great, Pope and Doctor of the Church In the beginning of his letter to Titus, St. Paul writes about the qualities necessary to be good priests and bishops. Today, he turns his attention to the laypeople and how they are called to live. Some of his language may sound shocking to our modern ears, so we need to understand the cultural context while not missing the important message: we are all called to live lives of virtue and holiness. First, St. Paul addresses older men, encouraging them to be temperate, dignified, self-controlled, sound in faith, and persevering. In other words, they should be models of virtue whose words and actions match. Am I temperate and self-controlled? Do I say or do things without thinking? I have seen people, especially at sporting events, completely lose control over things that ultimately do not matter. Am I sound in my faith? Have I studied my faith enough to teach it and defend it? St. Paul then addresses older women, encouraging them to be reverent, not to slander others, and to teach what is good. They are to help form the younger women in virtue and holiness. Some may pause at the phrase about wives being “under the control of their husbands.” We must remember the cultural context. Today, we understand marriage as a mutual partnership in which husband and wife love and serve one another. The larger message is that our relationships should reflect the love of Christ. St. Paul also tells younger men to be models of integrity, dignity, and sound speech. I am surprised by some of the language I hear from young people today. My mother always taught us that swearing was a sign of a lack of education. She would say, “Use your vocabulary. You do not need to use vulgarity when you have other words to express yourself.” That has always stuck with me. Our words matter! We often adopt the speech and habits of those with whom we spend time. Let us be intentional about speaking with dignity and building others up. Today we also celebrate St. Leo the Great, Pope from 440 to 461. He is remembered for defending the truth about Jesus Christ, especially through his teaching on Christ’s divine and human natures at the Council of Chalcedon in 451. He also helped protect Rome by negotiating with Attila the Hun. His courage and clarity remind us that we must stand firm in our faith and lead others to Christ. Finally, St. Paul reminds us that the grace of God has appeared in Jesus Christ. Jesus has shown us the Way, taught us the Truth, and given us the path to Life. Our response should be a life of gratitude, virtue, and faithful service. As Jesus reminds us in today’s Gospel, we are called to serve faithfully without expecting recognition or reward. We are simply doing what we have been called to do. Reflection Questions: 1Do my thoughts, words, and actions reflect the virtues St. Paul describes? 2Do I use my words to build others up, or do I fall into gossip, vulgarity, or criticism? 3Where is the Lord asking me to grow in virtue and serve more faithfully? Lord Jesus, I ask You to come into my heart today in a brand-new way. I want to live my life for You and You alone. Help me to live in this world but not to be of the world. May all that I do and say give You honor and glory and lead others to know You. God bless, Fr. Burke ========================= Fr. Burke’s video for November 10 – youtu.be/cQrJYCnHznw

Pope Saint Leo The Great Patron Saint of: Popes, theologians, and Rome Feast Day: November 10 Pope Saint Leo the Great (c. 400–461 A.D.) was born in Tuscany to an aristocratic family. After serving as deacon under two popes he became the Roman Pontiff from 440 to 461 A.D. He was one of the greatest Holy Fathers the Church has known; he was the first pope, and one of only three, to bear the title “Great.” He guided the Church through the turbulence of the collapse of the Roman empire, waves of barbarian invasions, widespread disintegration of morality, and many dangerous heresies including Pelagianism and Manichaeanism. His feats include persuading the Emperor Valentinian to recognize the primacy of the Bishop of Rome; preventing a doctrinal split in the Eastern churches; persuading Attila the Hun to turn back and forsake his invasion of Italy; and convincing the Vandals under their leader Genseric not to pillage the city of Rome or harm its inhabitants. He championed the Church and the Catholic faith in an uncertain era by maintaining unity, defending orthodox doctrine with clarity, and preaching vigorously against false teaching. By his strong influence he changed the course of European history; he was known not only as a leader of the Church but also as the protector of all of Rome. Pronounced a Doctor of the Church in 1754, many of his writings survive today. St. Leo the Great's feast day is November 10th.

Jesus Christ, my God, I adore You and thank You for all the graces You have given me this day. I offer You my sleep and all the moments of this night. I place myself and all my loved ones, wherever they may be, in Your sacred side and under the mantle of Our Blessed Mother. Let Your holy angels stand watch and keep us in peace. Amen. The Immaculate Heart of Mary by Chambers is a powerful devotional image that emphasizes Mary’s love, purity, and maternal intercession. The artwork centers on her radiant heart as a compelling focal point for prayer and reflection.
 Theme and Composition: Highlights the Immaculate Heart as a symbol of Mary’s perfect love and her compassionate suffering alongside Christ. Symbolism: The flame-topped heart represents purity, love, and sorrow—core elements of Marian devotion.