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Eucharist
New Testament
«"Whoever believes in the Son has eternal life, and I will raise him up at the last day" (John 6:37-40)
To believe in order to enter into Life: to receive the promise of Jesus — trust, inner transformation and hope in the face of death and the last Day.
New Testament
«Here was a great multitude that no one could count, from every nation, tribe, people and language» (Rev 7:2-4, 9-14)
The vision of the countless multitude in Revelation 7: universal hope, fraternity, purification in trial and Eucharistic vocation for today.
Gospel
«Rejoice and be glad, for your reward is great in heaven!» (Matthew 5:1-12a)
Rejoicing in the Eternal Promise — How to welcome the joy of the Beatitudes amidst our human weariness and transform our burdens into living confidence. A meditative and practical text that explains the Gospel context, analyzes the paradoxical joy of the Beatitudes, proposes three paths of transformation (poverty of heart, mercy, peace), concrete applications (family, work, society), patristic and contemporary resonances, a meditation prompt, a liturgical prayer, and an action plan for experiencing the promised joy today.
New Testament
«For my brothers» sake, I would wish I were accursed” (Romans 9:1-5)
Paul, ready to be «anathema» for love of Israel: reading of Romans 9:1-5 on apostolic compassion, redemptive substitution and universal brotherhood rooted in the cross.
New Testament
“People will come from east and west to take their places at the banquet in the kingdom of God” (Luke 13:22-30)
Luke 13:22-30: enter through the narrow gate, taste the feast of the Kingdom today — a demand of the heart, universal hospitality and concrete paths.
New Testament
“Integrated into the building which has the Apostles as its foundation” (Eph 2, 19-22)
From exile to home: Discover how Ephesians 2:19-22 transforms our identity—becoming fellow citizens, family of God, and living stones of the temple through the Spirit.
News
Faith and Constitution: the dialogue that has united Christians for a century
Between Cairo and Alexandria, in the Wadi El Natrun desert, an event of rare importance is taking place this week. From the 24th to...
Saints
Alfonso Ugolini, priest of patience and humble mercy
Alfonso Ugolini, venerable priest born in 1908: ordained at 65, patient confessor in Emilia-Romagna, model of late vocation and humble mercy.
Saints
Saint John of Capistrano defends Europe in Belgrade
A judge turned Franciscan monk, John of Capistran (1386-1456) embodies the power of the Christian word in the service of the spiritual and military defense of...
Gospel
“Do you think I have come to bring peace on earth? I tell you, no, but rather division” (Lk 12:49-53)
Luke 12:49-53 explained: why Jesus announces division, how the evangelical fire purifies our attachments and guides us towards a deeper peace.
New Testament
“Present yourselves to God as those who are alive and have come back from the dead” (Rom 6:12-18)
Romans 6:12-18: Paul calls you to “present yourselves to God as those who have lived and returned from the dead.” Theological meditation and practical ways to live grace.
News
Canonization of Carmen-Elena Rendiles: A Light of Hope for Venezuela
Canonization of Carmen-Elena Rendiles, the first Venezuelan saint: a journey of faith, disability, resilience, and a message of hope for a Venezuela in crisis.
New Testament
“Blessed are the servants whom the master finds awake when he comes” (Luke 12:35-38)
“Blessed are the servants whom the master finds watching”: A meditation on Christian watchfulness—how to watch with joy, service, and hope.
Saints
Saint Isaac Jogues: return to evangelize, open roads
Celebrating today the fidelity of Isaac Jogues, a Jesuit priest born in Orléans in 1607 and who died in Ossernenon on October 18, 1646, highlights the courage...
Saints
Ignatius of Antioch, witness to unity
Pastor of Antioch at the turn of the 2nd century, martyr in Rome under Trajan, architect of ecclesial unity and witness to an ardent Eucharistic faith, whose...
News
Welcoming Bishop Sylvain Bataille to Bourges and reviving hope
Seizing the momentum of Bishop Sylvain Bataille to energize parishes, families and commitments in the largest diocese in France The appointment of Bishop Sylvain Bataille...
Saints
Reform to Love: Teresa of Avila
Saint Teresa of Avila, reformer of Carmel and Doctor of the Church, is celebrated on October 15, the date of her death in Alba de Tormes in...
Gospel
“Rather, give alms from what you have, and then everything will be clean for you.” (Luke 11:37-41)
In the face of appearances and rituals, Jesus invites us to purify our hearts through giving. Practical reflections on almsgiving today—gifts of money, time, and attention—as well as concrete ideas, prayers, and a three-week journey to bring the interior and exterior together.
Saints
The Good Count: Saint Géraud d'Aurillac, Lord of the Gospel
Saint Géraud d'Aurillac Count, founder, man of the Gospel (+909) Saint Géraud d'Aurillac (854-909), sometimes called Gérault or Gérard, is one of the finest figures of secular holiness...
Gospel
“To this generation there will be given nothing but the sign of Jonah” (Lk 11:29-32)
The sign of Jonah today: a call to conversion, mercy and hope; living the Easter sign in our daily actions.


