The challenge of the homilist is to invite Christians today to live the gospel, and that is precisely what Desmond Knowles accomplishes. He has responded to the need for clear and straightforward sermons that touch the hearts and minds of people in an ordinary Sunday congregation. He does this by emphasizing a single point and applying it to the real-life concerns of his listeners. Every homily in this book has been preached by Fr Knowles in his own parish. It is his hope that other priests may find them useful in preparing their Sunday homilies. The Prayers of the Faithful for each weekly celebration flow directly from the theme of the homily.