Sunday Homilies with Fr. Mike Schmitz 4/20/25 What Never Dies
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Apr 19, 2025 Explore the journey of faith as a source of strength against darkness and despair. Discover how the resurrection symbolizes hope amid suffering, with inspiring stories from figures like Takashi Nagai and Helen Keller. Delve into the transformative power of love and the promise of eternal life, reminding us that while death is real, it is not the end. Embrace the call to rise and live courageously, fueled by a profound belief that some things, like faith and love, never die.
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Takashi Nagai's Hope Amid Darkness
- Takashi Nagai was a Japanese Catholic and radiologist who survived the atomic bombing of Nagasaki.
- He saved lives but recognized death ultimately wins, yet he still wrote, prayed, and gave hope as he was dying.
Helen Keller's Triumph in Darkness
- Helen Keller lived most of her life in darkness due to loss of sight and hearing.
- Despite this, she graduated college, mastered languages, wrote books, and showed compassion.
Get Up and Act in Darkness
- In times of darkness, get up and do what you can.
- Action in dark times is key, as shown by Mary Magdalene, Peter, Helen Keller, and Takashi Nagai.