Freeing Your Family for God

In his Holy Family Sunday homily, Bishop Robert Barron offers a fresh perspective on "family values" by reflecting on the stories of Hannah and Samuel, as well as Jesus's time in the Temple. He emphasizes that true biblical family values prioritize God's will over emotional attachments. Hannah's willingness to dedicate Samuel to God's service and Jesus's declaration about his need to be in his Father's house illustrate this idea: letting loved ones pursue their divine purpose is more important than holding onto them tightly. This act of "letting go" not only allows others to thrive within God's plan but also stands in contrast to the dangers of excessive emotional dependence.