Jesus Grows Up: Feast of the Holy Family (C), December 29, 2024

The boy Jesus' extended stay in the Temple of Jerusalem marks a significant turning point in his life as Luke tells the story. As he listens to the great rabbis teach and preach, he also asks them the big questions that have been on his mind for a long time. Over the three days he spends among them, something remarkable happens: he grows up. He lets go of the hands of his father and mother and takes the hand of his Father. He comes to know who he is and what his mission is: to be God's feet, his hands, his very face to the People of God! 

Homily shared with the Saint Francis Catholic Community of Cuenca, Ecuador.