Prayer sustains us in the storm

Prayer sustains us in the storm

In continuity with last Sunday’s Gospel, we rediscover the strength of prayer, this time joined with trust and surrender. Jesus withdraws to pray alone, in silence. Meanwhile, the disciples were at sea when the storm broke out. Yet their greatest fear came when...
Jesus multiplies in our deserts

Jesus multiplies in our deserts

From this Sunday, and in the following ones, the Gospels present us with the value of prayer, so that, like the disciples, we may learn to pray in the way of Jesus. The multiplication of the loaves and fishes takes place in the desert: an arid, dry place, far from...
The Treasure of the Mission: Christ in the Poor

The Treasure of the Mission: Christ in the Poor

True treasures are hidden. Through commitment, perseverance and by asking the Holy Spirit for the gift of wisdom, we learn to discern and to choose the true pearl: Christ present in the brother or sister most in need. Knowing and loving Sacred Scripture unites us to...
Sowing with the Spirit of the Poor

Sowing with the Spirit of the Poor

Many times, when we look at the world around us, we ask ourselves how it is possible that those who do wrong seem, at least on the surface, to prosper. We ask what the meaning is of being honest and just. This parable helps us understand that God works in His own...
Prayer for the Victims of the Earthquakes in Venezuela

Prayer for the Victims of the Earthquakes in Venezuela

(Rome) – We unite ourselves in prayer for all the victims of the earthquake in Venezuela, especially for those who have lost loved ones or their homes, or who have been severely affected by this tragedy. We ask the Lord to grant strength, wisdom and discernment...