Acts 20:28-38 / John 17:11-19
It is said that a homily or a sermon is better seen than just heard.
In other words people would want to see what is preached being put into action than just mere talk.
But if people were to listen to a homily or sermon, then it is because the person speaking is already putting it into action in his own life, and he speaks with a conviction.
In the 1st reading, what stirred the emotions of those who were listening to St. Paul was his conviction and his commitment to Jesus.
St. Paul drew his conviction and commitment from Jesus.
What Jesus prayed about in the gospel and what St. Paul spoke about are essentially what the church community should do and should be aware of when they are not with them anymore.
But what is important to note is that every member of the church is a living homily and sermon.
How we live our lives as Christians is how we preach about our faith.
In other words, it is about how we witness to Jesus.
May our faith be seen in our lives so that others may want to hear more about our faith.