In gratitude for Pope Francis' life and leadership, let us recommit to become who we are meant to be and embrace the new life that is ours this spring.
Today, evil seems so present that the faithful cry out with Jesus, "My God, why have you abandoned us?" In his account of Jesus' passion, Luke invites us to enter into the scene to learn what Jesus teaches his disciples.
"Everything about Luce carries symbolism. Her raincoat is the color of the Vatican flag, her shoes are covered in the mud of pilgrimage, she carries a walking stick and wears a World Mission-style rosary."
Scripture for Life: As we move toward Holy Week, these readings invite us to approach the mysteries with eyes ready to perceive God's love working through everything — even the worst events imaginable.
It is impossible to plan for illness or prepare for suffering. But what seems like the end becomes a beginning for many — a new outlook on life, relationships and the meaning of everyday things.
"Failure is painful," writes Stephanie Peirolo, reflecting on the miraculous catch of fish in Luke 5. "But we should not close ourselves off to hope and grace."
Scripture for Life: Being reconciled to the God of compassion is bound to have a transformative effect on the one who is reconciled, That person will not only be a messenger of reconciliation, but also the embodiment of it.
