Hi, I’m Fr. Aristotle Quan, a priest at St. Edward’s the Confessor Church in Dana Point, California. I’m here to share homilies that inspire and bring peace to your day. Whether you’re part of our parish or just visiting, I hope these messages help you feel closer to God’s love. Feel free to listen, reflect, and share. My prayer is that these homilies uplift you and remind you of God’s presence in your life.
Sunday and Daily Mass Homilies by Fr. Aristotle
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Sunday Jan 04, 2026
Sunday Jan 04, 2026
Sunday Mass. Feast of the Epiphany. 1.04.26.
In this homily, I reflect on the Feast of the Magi and what the gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh reveal about who Jesus truly is — our King, our God, and the One who would lay down His life for us. I share how their example invites us to seek Christ, worship Him in every season, and offer our own lives to Him, even in times of suffering and uncertainty. May this message strengthen our faith and remind us that God can bring hope and meaning even through tragedy.
Friday Jan 02, 2026
Friday Jan 02, 2026
Friday Mass. 1.02.26.
This homily reflects on the truth that Jesus is not just a good teacher or kind person — He is truly God and Lord. Even in a world that continues to question or deny His divinity, we are called to remain in Christ, stay rooted in the truth passed on from the early Church, and proclaim Jesus as Lord in both the joys and struggles of life. By remaining faithful, we witness to the world that Christ is God, Emmanuel, who is always with us.
Tuesday Dec 30, 2025
Tuesday Dec 30, 2025
Tuesday Mass. 12.30.25.
In this homily, I reflect on our common struggle of returning to confession with the same sins and feeling discouraged or ashamed. I share how pride can make us believe we must be perfect before going to God, when in truth, God is not tired of us — we are often simply tired of ourselves. Through the message of St. John and the witness of the prophetess Anna, we are reminded that God gives us the grace to keep trying, to remain faithful, and to persevere in hope. Even in our weakness, we are invited to keep our eyes on Jesus, give thanks, and trust that His mercy is greater than our failures.
Monday Dec 29, 2025
Monday Dec 29, 2025
Monday Mass. 12.29.25.
This homily reflects on what it really means that Jesus Christ has come into our world — not just as a celebration, but as a call to true transformation. I share how the octave of Christmas invites us to live what we profess, to let our faith change our hearts, our relationships, and the way we love others. If Christ became a gift for us, then our lives are meant to become a gift for those around us. May we walk as He walked and let Christmas shape the way we live every day.
Sunday Dec 28, 2025
Sunday Dec 28, 2025
Feast of the Holy Family. 12.28.25.
In this homily, I reflect on how God enters our ordinary and imperfect families, just as He did with the Holy Family. Even in seasons of hurt, tension, or misunderstanding, we are invited to put God at the center of our lives and to let Him teach us how to forgive. When we allow God to lend us His heart, He can heal what feels broken and strengthen us with His love and mercy.
Saturday Dec 27, 2025
Saturday Dec 27, 2025
Saturday Mass. 12.27.25.
In this homily, I reflect on why God became one of us in Jesus — to save us, to show us His love, to teach us how to live, and to share His divine life with us. Without Jesus, life is empty and without hope — but with Him, we find meaning, purpose, and joy, even in the ups and downs of life. Let us allow the mystery of the Incarnation to transform our hearts and our daily lives.
Thursday Dec 25, 2025
Thursday Dec 25, 2025
Christmas Mass. 12.25.25.
In this homily, I reflect on the true meaning of Christmas — that God entered our broken world as a child to be our Wonderful Counselor, God-Hero, Father Forever, and Prince of Peace. I share how Jesus was born in humility, laid in a manger, so that one day He could give Himself to us completely in love. Christmas reminds us that even in our struggles, God draws near and offers us hope, peace, and Himself as the greatest gift. My prayer is that we allow Jesus to enter our lives and our hearts in a deeper way this Christmas.
Wednesday Dec 24, 2025
Wednesday Dec 24, 2025
Wednesday Mass. 12.24.25.
In this homily, I reflect on King David’s desire to build a house for God — and how the Lord reveals that His plan is far greater than any gift we could offer Him. God doesn’t simply ask for a temple; He chooses to dwell with His people, fully and personally, in the mystery of Christmas. This is the difference the Incarnation makes — a God who enters our world, gives us hope, and invites us to live as witnesses of His love to those who may only step into church once or twice a year.
Tuesday Dec 23, 2025
Tuesday Dec 23, 2025
Tuesday Mass. 12.23.25.
In this homily, I reflect on a moment that revealed to me the true meaning of Christmas. God reminded me that He did not come for the perfect or the comfortable, but for everyone — the broken, the messy, and the forgotten. As we approach Christmas, I invite you to pray for those who will come to church this week and for all who have yet to know God’s love.
Monday Dec 22, 2025
Monday Dec 22, 2025
Monday Mass. 12.22.25.
In this homily, I reflect on Hannah and Mary, and what it means to truly surrender what we love to God. I talk about the fear of letting go, the gift God gives us in Jesus, and how Christmas reminds us that God gives Himself first. I also invite us to welcome others with joy and love, especially those who come to church only a few times a year.