The miracle of the multiplication of the loaves and fishes is much more than a story about feeding a hungry crowd. While we cannot explain exactly how the miracle happened, we can understand what it meant for Matthew and for the early Church. This miracle recalls God's gift of the manna in the desert (Exodus 16). Just as Moses, through [...]
My dear brothers and sisters in Christ. Every human heart is searching for a treasure. Throughout history, people have searched for hidden riches in fields, mountains, and beneath the sea, hoping to discover gold, diamonds, or pearls. As someone who comes from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, a land rich in gold, diamonds, and copper, I have seen many [...]
Before the birth of Jesus, the people of Israel waited for the Messiah, expecting Him to establish a kingdom made up only of the righteous, where the wicked would be destroyed. This way of thinking even appeared during Jesus' ministry. When the Samaritans rejected Him, His disciples asked if they should call down fire from heaven to destroy them. But [...]
Today’s Gospel may leave the impression that Jesus taught in parables to prevent His listeners from understanding. However, nothing could be further from the truth. Throughout His public ministry, Jesus used parables as an effective way of teaching. Like every good teacher, His purpose was to transform lives and lead people to the truth. Those who approached Him with open [...]
In the first reading, the prophet Zechariah foretells the coming of the Messianic King who will put an end to war and establish lasting peace. This King comes to Zion humbly, riding on a donkey, as a messenger of peace. This prophecy was fulfilled on Palm Sunday when Jesus entered Jerusalem unarmed and defenseless. Yet, although Jesus carried no weapons, [...]
In today's Gospel, Jesus concludes His missionary discourse by teaching His disciples about the sacrifices and priorities required of those who are sent in His name. He reminds them that true happiness is not found in worldly success or comfort, but in faithfully responding to God's call. Those who are sent by Christ become His representatives and channels of God's [...]
Jesus begins the Gospel by saying, “Fear not,” or “Do not be afraid.” Throughout His public ministry, He repeatedly encourages His disciples not to live in fear. These words speak directly to us today because fear continues to be a part of our daily lives. We worry about our health, the well-being of our families, our financial security, political uncertainties, [...]
Our meditation today focuses on the Divine Call. This call can be addressed either to an individual person or to a group of people, as we see in today’s readings. In the first reading, God speaks to the people of Israel through his servant Moses. He reminds them that they have been chosen from among all nations to be his [...]
Corpus Christi Sunday makes us renew our belief in the Real Presence of Jesus, Our Lord in the Eucharist. The bread and wine used during the Holy Mass are transformed during epiclesis into the very substance and essence of Our Lord Himself, who is truly present in Body, Heart, Mind, Soul and Divinity. This is the Dogma of the Transubstantiation, [...]
The Most Holy Trinity is the greatest mystery at the heart of our Christian faith. We profess belief in one God, yet those outside the Christian faith may wonder how Christians can speak of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit while still proclaiming one God. This truth is rooted in the faith of Israel: “Hear, O Israel! The [...]