In this uplifting Catholic homily for the Feast of St. Matthias, Fr. Charlie Bouchard, OP reveals how Jesus elevates our relationship with Him beyond mere belief—to friendship. Drawing parallels between the election of Matthias (Acts 1:15-26) and the modern papal conclave, Fr. Bouchard shows how divine and human friendships shape our virtue and draw us closer to God.
🔹 Key Insights:
0:00 – Intro
0:22 – Why the election of Matthias mirrors the papal conclave
1:40 – Jesus’ radical words: “I call you friends” (John 15:9-17)
2:20 – How friendship is a “school for virtue” (inspired by Paul Waddell)
2:55 – The sacred role of friendship in marriage and Christian life
📖 Today’s Readings: Feast of St. Matthias (Acts 1:15-26; John 15:9-17)
🙏 Perfect for:
- Catholics seeking deeper intimacy with Christ
- Those discerning vocation, marriage, or friendship
- Bible studies exploring John 15
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