Homily for Tuesday of the 23rd Week in Ordinary Time

In a profoundly spiritual action, Jesus climbed the mountain and spent the night in prayer. After this personal communion with His Father, His energy was revitalized. In the morning, He summoned His disciples and chose twelve of them as His Apostles. He then began to teach and heal those who came to Him. The Gospel tells us, “power came forth from [H]im and healed them all.”

Jesus' experience illustrates for us the immense value of taking the time to pray to rejuvenate our energy and inspiration, especially before making significant decisions. Prayer supplies us with the direction and clarity we need in all aspects of our lives.