Holy Trinity Catholic Church
In a homily blending pop culture and Scripture, Deacon Pat Hessel contrasts the ecstatic response of Taylor Swift concertgoers with the often tepid reception given to the Word of God during Mass. He challenges the faithful to consider whether they are truly listening to God’s Word with awe and openness or merely enduring it passively. Drawing from the readings about Mary and Elizabeth, he underscores how powerful the Word is when received with love and humility. The homily concludes with a call to allow Scripture to overwhelm us—not entertain us—because it is meant to transform our lives.
