Our Lady in the Upper Room

Only Those Who Do the Will of the Father Will Enter Heaven

In this powerful homily, Fr. Miguel reminds us of Jesus’ sobering words: “Not everyone who says to me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ will enter the kingdom of heaven, but only the one who does the will of my Father in heaven.” It’s not enough to call Jesus Lord — we must actually do the Father’s will every day. Fr. Miguel shares honestly about his own struggle during discernment, the daily choice we all face, and how even great saints like St. Francis had to keep saying yes to God again and again. At the end of his life, St. Francis told his brothers: “I have done what is mine. May Christ teach you yours.” A beautiful challenge for all of us — to keep choosing God’s will in our own state of life until the end.

Be a Pointer to Jesus

On the Solemnity of the Nativity of St. John the Baptist, Fr. Miguel reflects on the great Forerunner’s mission: to point everyone toward Jesus, the Lamb of God who takes away the sins of the world. From the desert to the banks of the Jordan, John the Baptist’s entire life was about directing people away from himself and toward Christ. Fr. Miguel reminds us that we too are called to be “pointers” — priests at the elevation during Mass, and every baptized Christian guiding others to the Eucharist, Confession, and the Church. Even if we help only one soul reach heaven, it is worth every effort. As Mother Angelica taught, God looks at souls, not numbers. A powerful call during this season: Point people to the Lamb of God. St. John the Baptist, pray for us!

The Strength of a Fearless Father

On this Father’s Day, Fr. Miguel reflects on Jesus’ powerful words: “Fear no one” and “Do not be afraid.” He encourages all fathers — and every believer — to be courageous leaders who reflect the strength and trust of St. Joseph, the fortitude of Jeremiah, and the bold witness of St. Francis. True fortitude enables us to face difficulties, persecution, and daily struggles without being paralyzed by fear. Even when we still feel afraid, we can choose to trust and act with courage, relying on God’s grace. As fear decreases, faith and fortitude grow. A timely and inspiring message for fathers and for all of us: do not be afraid — you are worth more than many sparrows, and the Lord is with you. Happy Father’s Day to all fathers! 🙏

From Anxiety to Trust

n this consoling homily, Fr. Miguel reflects on Jesus’ repeated command: “Do not worry” — about your life, what you will eat or drink or wear, or about tomorrow. When we worry, we focus on earthly concerns and lose sight of what truly matters. Our Lord invites us instead to “seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness,” trusting that all else will be given us besides. Fr. Miguel explains how the theological virtue of hope helps us worry less and rely on God more. Hope does not always remove anxious feelings (as Mother Angelica famously said, “I have faith, but my stomach doesn’t know it”), but it brings deep peace and trust. He shares St. Faustina’s powerful insight that one act of trust in moments of suffering gives God greater glory than hours of prayer filled with consolation, and points to Our Blessed Mother as the perfect model of hope amid fear and sorrow. A timely and encouraging message for anyone carrying worries or anxieties: place your hope in God, seek His Kingdom first, and let Him carry the rest.

Do Not Store Up Treasures on Earth

n this timely homily, Fr. Miguel reflects on Jesus’ clear teaching: “Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth… but store up treasures in heaven. For where your treasure is, there also will your heart be.” We enter this world with nothing and leave with nothing. Everything we accumulate here — possessions, time, pleasures — is temporary. Fr. Miguel shares a personal and honest reflection on the virtue of temperance, especially in recreation (movies, phones, devices), and how easy it is to waste time and become intemperate. True treasures in heaven are the virtues we cultivate: patience, charity, self-control, and detachment. These are what we carry into eternity. A practical and challenging invitation to examine where our hearts truly are — and to redirect them toward what lasts forever.