Homily for the Memorial of Saint Agnes, Virgin & Martyr

The Pharisees criticized Jesus’ disciples for picking and eating heads of grain on the Sabbath, believing this act constituted work and was, therefore, prohibited. They assumed they fully understood what God expected of people on the Sabbath, but in reality, they did not comprehend the true intention behind it.

Although they considered themselves experts on the subject, they had significant lessons to learn from Jesus and His perspective on the Sabbath.

In our journey of faith, we all have much to learn from the Lord. He continues to speak to us and desires to teach and enlighten us through His Word. Therefore, we must approach the Scriptures with openness and humility.

As learners, we should come before the Word, not as experts, but with a willingness to invite the Lord to enlighten us and guide us further in our quest for complete truth.