Homily for Sat. 18 October - Feast of St Luke the Evangelist - Defend Your a Faith with Gentleness

Join us for a reflective homily on “The Alexanders of Your Christian Faith.” We explore how to discern those who oppose the core message of Christ (2 Timothy 4:14–15), the need for careful study of Scripture, and how to respond with gentleness and respect (1 Peter 3:15). This talk centers on St. Luke the Evangelist, the reliability of the Gospel accounts, and the call for every believer to Know, Read, and Defend the Catholic Faith.

Key takeaways:

Recognizing “Alexander the coppersmith” moments: when opposition to the faith challenges what we believe.
The importance of Scripture and sound teaching at every junction of life.
Luke’s commitment to an accurate, truthful account of Jesus’ life (Luke 1:3–4) and our call to be evangelists today.
How to respond to false teachings with gentleness and respect (1 Peter 3:15) and be prepared to defend the faith.
Practical steps to deepen your faith: regular Bible reading, catechism study, and pursuing theological education (e.g., “Maryvale” level study).
The role of lay Christians in guiding others toward salvation and away from deception.
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