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“Lord, you probe me and know me.” Ps. 138Today we remember the guardian angels. Probably, we remember that prayer that we were taught when we were little children, by which we learned that we had an angel who protected us from evil and in which we asked him not to forsake us “neither by night […]

“I will follow you wherever you go.” Lk. 9:57-62 At the end of this month, Jesus confronts us with the radical demands of following him. He teaches us that the Son of Man has nowhere to lay his head, asking  of us freedom from material comforts and disordered attachments. Whoever puts his hand to the

“You will see heaven opened, and the angels of God ascending and descending upon the Son of Man.” Jn. 1:47-51 On the Feast of the Holy Archangels Michael, Gabriel and Raphael, we remember that God is not distant but is in continuous communication with us. Jesus presents himself to Nathanael as that definitive bridge between

“The tax collectors and the prostitutes are entering the kingdom of God ahead of you..” Mt. 21:28-32 With the parable of the two sons, Jesus harshly questions those who believe themselves to be perfect because they know the law, but do not live it. The first son says “no” but reconsiders and does the will

“The Son of Man is going to be delivered into the hands of men.” Lk, 9:43-45 While everyone marvels at the miracles and wonders that Jesus performs, He does not allow himself to be dazzled by the momentary success. He clearly proclaims to his disciples the mystery of the pain and dedication that await him

“Who do you say that I am?” Lk. 9:18-22 After a moment of prayer alone, Jesus asks his disciples the fundamental question of faith. He is not interested in what public opinion or crowds say, but in the personal and intimate response of those who walk with him. Peter answers accurately: “You are the Messiah

“I beheaded John. Who then is this of whom I hear such things?” Lk. 9:7-9 Herod is bewildered by the news that comes about Jesus. His curiosity to see him is not born of a sincere search for the truth, but of the restlessness and remorse of his own tainted conscience. At times, we too

“He sent them to proclaim the Kingdom of God and to heal the sick.” Lk. 9:1-6 Jesus associates the Twelve with his same mission. He gives them authority, but asks them to go lightly: no cane, no saddlebag, no bread, no money. It is an invitation to trust only in God’s providence and in the

“My mother and brothers are those who hear God’s word and put it into practice.” Lk. 8:19-21 Jesus takes advantage of the arrival of his biological family to radically expand the concept of family. The true relationship of kinship that He offers is not based on blood or cultural traditions, but on trusting obedience to

“Follow me. He got up and followed him.” Mt. 9:9-13 Today we celebrate Saint Matthew, the tax collector. Jesus passes by, looks at him with mercy and addresses a word to him that transforms his whole existence: “Follow me”. Matthew makes no excuses; he leaves his collection table and organizes a banquet to celebrate this