On Super Bowl Sunday, Fr. Martin begins with a lighthearted nod to the big game before turning to two meaningful moments in parish life. We celebrate World Marriage Sunday with a beautiful and prayerful blessing for married couples, inviting spouses to renew their commitment and love for one another. We also warmly welcome Matt Bonfadini, a new seminarian sent by the Diocese to live in residence at St. Joseph Parish through May, where he will experience parish life, mentorship, and community.
Fr. Martin then offers a short and memorable homily titled “Are You Salt or Are You Salty?” Drawing from Jesus’ call to be the salt of the earth, he explores the difference between bringing life, healing, and preservation to others versus becoming grumpy, irritable, or spiritually “over-seasoned.” With humor, relatable examples, and a gentle challenge, this reflection invites us to examine our attitudes at home, at work, and in our faith—and to choose once again to be life-giving disciples.
