Summary of the Homily
In a nutshell, Fr. Jose Ramon Villarin’s homily on the recently concluded University Red Mass teaches us the indispensable role of the Holy Spirit in our lives, as summarized in the three key points he underscored: the Holy Spirit guides us to the truth; the Holy Spirit helps us to help ourselves and others; and the Holy Spirit is life.
Personal reflection
Many of us wonder how God is able to conspicuously manifest His power on our lives. For me, this is both a mystery and a gift – a mystery, since God works in such subtle ways that frequently leave us awe-struck yet we know that He is ultimately responsible of everything in our lives, and a gift since we know that He only does such things because He loves us. And in the process, I am more than aware of the sacred working of the Holy Spirit in me.
Even though we do not live in the biblical era anymore, the era when Jesus Himself set foot on earth, we are still assured and faithful that God is still constantly present with us because of the Holy Spirit. In my part, I may not recognize it tangibly, but I can confidently say that the Holy Spirit is working on me through countless of ways which never fail to bring me at a loss for words.
For instance, when I’m in doubt of my faith, primarily because of my unmet personal desires, the Holy Spirit would then bring me the inspiration I need in ways I least expected. It guides me back to the spiritual truth – that God is love – which is said would set us free. When I struggle to clarify the obscurities in my mind or to reconcile the conflicting forces of good and evil inside, the Holy Spirit grants me spiritual wisdom. In a way, it helps me in helping myself in my quest of seeking for the truth. Finally, the Holy Spirit gives me life – the color and vibrance in a Chrisitan life as I rejuvenate in God’s love and solace.
Veritas liberabit vos.
