Homily for Sunday, October 19: A true prayer always says to God "if you want" - Sanctuary of Lisieux

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Homily for Sunday, October 19: A true prayer always says to God “if you want”

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Sunday October 19 2025
29^rd Sunday in Ordinary Time – Year C
Homily by Father Rémy Houette, chaplain

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