16 February 2026 – Monday of the 6th week of Ordinary Time
Homily
After healing the deaf-mute in pagan territory, as recounted in last Friday's Gospel reading, and performing the second multiplication of the loaves, as recounted in Saturday's Gospel, Jesus returned to Israel. Immediately, he was confronted again by the Pharisees, who were always looking to catch Him out. This time, they asked Him for a sign from heaven.