“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

“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

“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

“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

“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,

“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

“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

“Are you envious because I am generous?” Mt. 20;1-16 The parable of the workers in the vineyard disconcerts us because it breaks our human logic of merit and reward. God does not act as a master

“The seed that fell on good soil are those who listen to the word with a noble heart…” Lk. 8:4-15 The sower goes out to scatter the seed generously, without calculating where it falls. The Word

“The Twelve Apostles and some women who had been healed were with him…” Lk. 8:1-3 Luke gives us a beautiful and inclusive image of the community that followed Jesus: there were not only the apostles, but

“Her many sins are forgiven, because she has loved much.” Lk. 7:36-50 In the house of Simon the Pharisee, a sinful woman approaches Jesus, bathes his feet with her tears and anoints them with perfume. While

“We have played the flute and they have not danced, we have sung dirges and they have not wept.” Lk. 7:31-35 Jesus laments the attitude of those who always find an excuse not to commit themselves

“His mother, his mother’s sister, stood by Jesus’ cross…” Jn. 19:25-27 Today we remember Our Lady of Sorrows. Mary stands by the cross, she does not flee from the suffering of her Son but accompanies him

“God so loved the world that He gave his only Son.” Jn. 3:13-17 On the feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross, we contemplate the greatest act of love in history. The cross is not

“I do not say to you to forgive up to seven times, but up to seventy times seven.” Mt. 18:21-35 Peter asks Jesus about the limit of forgiveness, looking for a clear rule, but the answer

“A good man brings good out of the goodness he stores up in his heart.” Lk. 6:43-49  Our words and actions are the direct reflection of what truly dwells within us. Jesus reminds us that there

“Can a blind man lead a blind man? Will not both fall into the pit?” Lk. 6:39-42 Jesus invites us to a profound review of our attitudes before trying to correct our brothers and sisters. Often,

“Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you.” Lk. 6:27-38 The love that Jesus asks of us, breaks all human schemes and invites us to evangelical excellence. It is not only a matter of

“Blessed are the poor, for the kingdom of God belongs to them.” Lk. 6:20-26 The beatitudes are the heart of the Gospel and propose to us a path of happiness, which goes against the values of

“The virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and they shall call his name Emmanuel.” Mt. 1:1-16, 18-23 Today we celebrate the Nativity of the Virgin Mary, the dawn that announces the arrival of the Sun

“Get up and stand in the midst.” Lk. 6:6-11 Jesus enters the synagogue and sees a man with a paralyzed hand. Regardless of the accusing looks of the scribes, He asks him to come forth, giving

“If two of you agree on earth to ask for anything, my Father will give it to you.” Mt. 18:15-20 On this Sunday, Jesus gives us a very clear guideline for living in community: it is

“The Son of Man is Lord of the Sabbath.” Lk. 6:1-5 In the face of the Pharisees’ criticisms, Jesus puts life and human dignity above the empty norm. Rest and precept have meaning only if they

“No one pours new wine into old wineskins.” Lk. 5:33-39 The message of Jesus is always a radical novelty that cannot be contained in rigid structures or closed mentalities. He invites us to have a heart

“Put out into the deep and let down your nets for a catch.” Lk. 5:1-11 Jesus boards Peter’s boat after a night of failure and weariness. Despite the frustration, Peter trusts his word and casts the

“He must proclaim the kingdom of God to the other cities…” Lk. 4:38-44 Jesus, in his relationship with the Father, discovers the mission for which He came into the world. The evangelists tell us that “He

“Be quiet and get out of this man!” Lk. 4:31-37 Jesus goes down to Capernaum and teaches with authority, an authority that frees and heals those who are oppressed by evil. His words are not empty

“The Spirit of the Lord is upon Me…” Luke 4:16-30 It is the now of God who with Jesus makes himself present, becomes real, a love of mercy that does not wait for ideal or perfect

“My soul thirsts for you.” Psalm 62:2-6.8-9 Feeling that the soul thirsts for God, as expressed in Psalm 70, is an acknowledgment of our dependence on Him. This thirst is the inner cry for His presence,

“My mouth will tell your salvation.” Psalm 70:1-6.15-17 Martyrdom of Saint John the Baptist John announced the conversion and the turning of hearts to God, because the time was fulfilled. His testimony reached Herod himself, who