William Cardinal Goh The Shepherd's Voice
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William Cardinal Goh The Shepherd's Voice
Featuring homilies and talks from His Eminence, William Cardinal Goh, the Archbishop of Singapore. This podcast may not be reproduced, in whole or in part, in any form or by any means, without the prior written permission from the Archbishop’s Communications Office. This includes extracts, quotation...
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God Has No Favourites
It is tempting to think that belonging to the “right group” — the Church, a ministry, or even just calling ourselves Christians — automatically saves...
Finding Life Through Relationships - Homily 14th Oct 2025
We spend much of our lives chasing what we think will make us feel alive: success, pleasure, comfort, recognition. Yet St Paul, quoting the prophet Ha...
Standing with Jesus in a World of Moral Confusion - Homily 10th October 2025
In today’s world, evil often comes dressed as good. Under the banners of “freedom,” “inclusivity,” and “progress,” values contrary to the Gospel can q...
Do I Believe in God My Heavenly Father? - Homily 9th October 2025
When we pray, “Father, may Your name be held holy,” we proclaim our faith in God’s integrity, that He is faithful, true to His promises, and utterly r...
Anger, Forgiveness, and Letting Go - Homily 8th October 2025
Anger is a natural human emotion. The Scriptures reminds us it is not a sin to be angry, what matters is how we handle it. St. Paul reminds us in Ephe...
Walking by Faith with Mary - Homily 7th October 2025
The Rosary is more than a string of beads, it is a journey through the story of our salvation. As we pray each mystery, we reflect on how God’s grace...
Responding to God’s Word: Humility or Hardness of Heart?
Jesus reminded his disciples that the Word of God will not always be received with joy. Some hearts are open and humble, like the people of Nineveh wh...
Called to Be Angels for One Another - Homily 2nd October 2025
Today we remember with gratitude the Holy Guardian Angels, those messengers of God who guide, guard, and protect us on our journey of faith. Angels re...
Rebuilding the Temple: Faith Before Structures - Homily 26th September 2025
What does it truly mean to rebuild the Temple of God?
The prophet Ezekiel’s vision of God’s glory departing the Temple before the...
Reprioritising and Rebuilding Our Lives - Homily 25th September 2025
The people of Israel postponed rebuilding the Temple because they were focused on their own houses and needs. St. Paul reminds us that the Temple of G...
Why Gratitude Changes Everything - Homily 24th September 2025
Happiness is not found in comparing ourselves with others, nor in the fleeting successes of life. True joy springs from gratitude, recognising God’s m...
Rebuilding Our Faith and Church - Homily 23rd September 2025
God often works in unexpected ways. Just as despair seemed to take hold, God sent pagan kings like Cyrus and Darius to provide the necessary resources...
Sanctified by Our Work - Homily 19th September 2025
Every vocation is meant to sanctify us. Whether in Church, family, or workplace, our daily work should draw us closer to God and to one another. When...
Respect Must Be Earned Through Integrity - Homily 18th September 2025
True respect cannot be forced through authority or titles, it must be earned through example, integrity, and humility. As St Paul advised Timothy, we...
Be Christ to Others - Homily 16th September 2025
In the Gospel, Jesus is moved with compassion for a widow who has lost her only son. His sensitivity to her suffering reveals that true ministry begin...
Learning to Forgive
Forgiveness is often hardest when the hurt comes from those closest to us, especially when we feel they “knew what they were doing.” Yet today’s Scrip...
The Heart of Being a Christian
To be a Christian is not about observing religious laws or accomplishing good works, as if heaven could be earned through merit.
The heart of C...
Jesus: The Fullness of God - Homily 9 Sep 2025
St Paul reminds us that Christianity is not a human philosophy or intellectual theory. It is a living faith, a revelation rooted in the person of Jesu...
Living with Eternity in Mind: Are You Truly Prepared?
Too often, we live as though this world is all there is. We plan for career, retirement, and pleasure — but not for eternity. Yet the Lord reminds us:...
Prophetic Leadership: Speaking Truth with Integrity - Homily 29th August 2025
Leadership is more than efficiency or professionalism. True Christian leadership is prophetic: it is rooted in integrity, justice, and truth, even whe...
Consistency: Living a Life of Integrity - Homily 27th August 2025
We are reminded of the call to live with consistency and integrity, not just in words, but in actions. Jesus condemned hypocrisy, not weakness. A sinn...
How to Remain Bold - Homily 26th August 2025
What was the source of St. Paul's boldness?
It was his sincerity of heart. He served with integrity — not for personal gain, popu...
Queenship of Mary: Sharing in Christ’s Kingship - 22nd August 2025
As we celebrate the Queenship of Mary, we reflect on what it truly means to call her Queen. Mary’s queenship is not about worldly power, but about her...
Keeping Vows and Embracing Grace - 21st August 2025
Vows and promises are often taken lightly in our culture, but they hold profound weight. The story of Jephthah's vow, though tragic and perplexing, is...
Life isn’t Fair… But God’s Grace is Enough - Homily 20th August 2025
We all long for justice, but life isn’t lived on an equal playing field. Some are born with more opportunities, talents, or resources than others. Whe...
Salvation Cannot be Earned - Homily 19th August 2025
No amount of good deeds, wealth, or human effort can secure salvation. It is purely God’s gift, received when we surrender self-reliance and place our...
Lessons in Leadership, Trust, and Letting Go - Homily 12th August 2025
Moses’ 120 years — as prince, shepherd, and prophet — were full of unexpected turns. From Pharaoh’s palace to Midian’s pastures to leading a stubborn...
Supporting Each Other in Faith - Homily 7th August 2025
Scripture reminds us that leadership is never exercised in a vacuum. Just as the faith of leaders can uplift the community, so too can the discouragem...
Living the Transfiguration Every Day - 6th August 2025
Even those who serve in ministry, preach the Gospel, or labour for the Church can experience spiritual dryness and a sense of abandonment. Yet in the...
Where Does Our Self-Worth Come From? - Homily 29th July 2025
We often pour ourselves into service or ministry, hoping to fill an inner void through the appreciation and affirmation of others. Yet, as the Gospel...
Greatness In Leadership - Homily 25th July 2025
True Christian leadership, as revealed by Christ, stands in stark contrast to the world’s definition of a good leader. It is a call to selfless servic...
Encountering God in the Everyday - Homily 24th July 2025
How can we foster a deeper, more enduring encounter with God? It begins with preparation and purification. Just as Moses called the Israelites to read...
Patience in Forming the People of God - Homily 23rd July 2025
Our effort of sharing God’s Word can sometimes be disturbed and unwelcomed by those we seek to bring it to. Yet, the Parable of the Sower encourages u...
What Mary Magdalene Can Teach Us About Faith - Homily 22nd July 2025
As we celebrate the Feast of St Mary Magdalene, we’re invited to reflect on the nature of our faith and our desire for a real relationship with God.
From Ritual to Relationship - Homily 18th July 2025
The Passover was not just a historic event, it was a transformative journey from death to life, from slavery to freedom. Just as the Israelites were i...
The Secret to Lightening our Burdens - Homily 17th July 2025
Jesus offers us a profound and tender invitation, “Come to me, all you who labour and are overburdened, and I will give you rest.” In the midst of our...
God with Us in Uncertainty - Homily 11th July 2025
While the future may be unclear, one thing is certain: God is with us through it all. He is Emmanuel — the God who journeys with His people, forming u...
True Reconciliation - Homily 10th July 2025
Today’s Gospel reminds us that proclaiming the Kingdom of Heaven means actively healing wounds and overcoming evil—not just speaking about it. The sto...
Grace in the Mess - Homily 9th July 2025
God’s grace often unfolds in ways we do not expect, through brokenness, detours, and deeply flawed individuals. In Joseph’s long and painful journey f...
Waiting on God - 26th June 2025
In moments of uncertainty and delay, even the most faithful may falter, as Abram and Sarai did when they took matters into their own hands instead of...