“He saw and believed. For until then they had not understood the Scripture…” (Jn. 20:1-9) Happy Easter! Peter and John run to the tomb and, seeing it empty, their hearts take the great leap of faith. They finally understand everything. The Resurrection comes to bring order to our history, confirming to us that love, tenderness …
“Do not be afraid. Go and tell my brothers to go to Galilee; there they will see me.” (Mt. 28:1-10) On this Holy Night, light breaks the darkness forever! The announcement of the Resurrection disarms all our fears and restores breathing and joy to the women who, filled with sadness, went to the tomb. Jesus …
“Everything is accomplished. And bowing his head, He gave up his spirit.” (Jn. 18:1-19.42) Today words are superfluous; we stand in silence looking at Jesus on the cross. His free surrender is the definitive embrace that reconciles us with God. On that cross, Jesus carries our pains, our anxieties and divisions, transforming suffering into a …
“I have set an example for you, so that what I have done to you, you will also do.” (Jn. 13:1-15) Today is the day of love that kneels. At the Last Supper, Jesus takes off his cloak, lowers himself, and washes the weary feet of his friends. It teaches us that true greatness is …
Within the framework of the Year of Harmony, Lent is presented as a meaningful time to pause, listen, and strengthen our inner life. Through prayer, silence, and service, we are invited to live this season with greater awareness and depth. During these weeks, the community is called to harmonize the heart, renew faith, and live …
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“He who dipped his hand in the dish with me, He will betray me.” (Mt. 26:14-25) On this Holy Wednesday, the Gospel sits us at the table in the face of betrayal. Judas breaks trust, that invisible thread that sustains any family or community. But look at Jesus: He does not respond with bitterness or …
“It was night.” Jn. 13:21-33. 36-38In the intimacy of the Last Supper, Jesus shudders and announces the betrayal. It is not a minor detail: the pain does not come from outside, but from within, from one of their own. Even so, Jesus does not point harshly or break communion; He respects freedom, even when He …
“Leave her alone; she has kept this for the day of my burial.” Jn. 12:1-11. In Bethany, on the eve of Easter, Jesus is welcomed into a friendly house. There, Mary anoints his feet with an expensive perfume. The gesture is gratuitous, overflowing, born of grateful love. Mary does not calculate, she loves, and in …
“Look at your king, who comes to you, humble, riding on a donkey.” Mt. 21:1-11.Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem marks a turning point: the King arrives, but not as many expected. He enters riding a donkey, a sign of humility and peace. Jesus reigns from meekness, not from strength. The crowd cheers, “Hosanna to the Son …
“When they saw what Jesus had done, they believed in Him.” Jn. 11:45-57.After the sign of Lazarus’ resurrection, the Gospel shows us two opposite reactions: some believe in Jesus when they see what He has done to Lazarus, others decide to eliminate him. The miracle that gives life becomes, paradoxically, the reason for planning death. …
