Introduction: A trial that still confronts us Amid the angry cries of a furious crowd, the fate of two men is decided. One is innocent, the other guilty. One is the Son of God, the other a convicted criminal. Pilate, the Roman governor, proposes what seems to be a simple …

Introduction Holy Week, the heart of the Catholic faith, commemorates the Passion, Death, and Resurrection of Our Lord Jesus Christ. But how did this celebration originate? Was it a spontaneous creation of the Church, or does it have deeper roots? Contrary to the mistaken claim that it merely adapted pagan …

Introduction: A wooden donkey and an ancient mystery In many cities around the world, Holy Week erupts with processions, palm branches, and deeply rooted rituals. But few know that one of the first public acts announcing Christ’s Passion didn’t originate in Seville or Rome, but in the devout and austere …

Introduction: A Mystery That Repeats Every Year Why do we celebrate Easter on a different date each year? Why does it sometimes fall in March and other times in April? Why doesn’t it always match the Orthodox Easter? These are questions many Catholics ask without realizing that behind these variations …

Introduction: A traveler of the soul… and the roads of the Holy Land In the 4th century, when Christianity was still being defined between past persecutions and recent councils, a woman from the far western edge of the Roman Empire dared to do the unthinkable: to journey alone to the …

Introduction: A Historical and Spiritual Treasure In a fast-paced world where faith is sometimes lived superficially, rediscovering the roots of our Christian tradition can be a beacon illuminating our path. The Itinerarium Burdigalense (or Bordeaux Itinerary) is one of those hidden treasures that connects us with the first pilgrims—those brave souls who, moved …

Introduction: The mystery of the true Cross Among the many signs that have marked the history of salvation, none is as powerful and profound as the Cross. We’re not just talking about a symbol, but a real, tangible object—the very instrument that held the body of the Redeemer. At the …

Introduction: More than a tradition, an experience of the soul Every spring, in cities and towns across Spain, something more than incense and drums fills the streets: the Catholic soul takes flesh in every costal, every robe, every tear that falls beneath a hood. Holy Week is not just folklore …

INTRODUCTION: Few scenes in human history are as solemn and moving as the Last Supper. That night, in the Upper Room, the entire story of salvation was condensed: God made man shared His Body and Blood with His own, instituting the Sacrament of Love. But among the Twelve was one …

The drama of the Lord’s Passion is not merely a distant memory—it is the very heart of our Catholic faith, a mystery of divine love revealed in every drop of blood and every painful step Christ took toward Calvary. The Church, our mother and teacher, has always venerated and mourned …

Introduction: What Does “Deus Vult” Mean? “Do not be afraid, little flock, for your Father has been pleased to give you the kingdom” (Luke 12:32). These words of Christ resonate powerfully when we reflect on the meaning of Deus Vult (“God wills it”), a phrase that embodies total surrender to divine will. Far …

“Later, Joseph of Arimathea asked Pilate for the body of Jesus. Now Joseph was a disciple of Jesus, but secretly because he feared the Jewish leaders. With Pilate’s permission, he came and took the body away.” (John 19:38) Introduction: A Man in the Shadows Who Changed History Amid the pain and …

IntroductionHoly Wednesday serves as a sacred threshold between the bustling early days of Holy Week and the solemnity of the Paschal Triduum. While the liturgy remains eloquently silent—no Mass is celebrated this day—the Church invites us to internalize three crucial lessons that prepare our hearts for the Central Mystery of our …

IntroductionHoly Wednesday is a day of deep reflection during Holy Week, marked by two contrasting responses to sin: Judas’ despairing silence and Peter’s redeeming tears. Both disciples failed Jesus, but their reactions led them down entirely different paths. While Judas sank into hopelessness, Peter found in his weeping the way back to …

Introduction: A Story That Reflects Us All Among the most intense and moving pages of the Gospel, few scenes touch us as deeply as the one in which Peter, the fiery and bold apostle, denies his Master three times. This story is not just a historical episode; it is a …

Introduction: A Call That Never Expires “Go into all the world and proclaim the Gospel to every creature.” (Mark 16:15) These words of Christ echo powerfully through the centuries. They are not a suggestion or advice: they are a divine command, an urgent and universal call. Missions are not a …

Introduction: A Message That Transforms In a world marked by uncertainty, anxiety, and the search for meaning, the words of Jesus Christ echo with eternal power: “Repent, for the Kingdom of Heaven is at hand” (Matthew 4:17). This proclamation is not merely an invitation but a divine announcement that changed the course …

Introduction: The Heart of the Gospel in a Hidden Speech There are moments in the life of Jesus that seem to pass unnoticed, and yet they contain the beating heart of His entire mission. On Holy Tuesday, in the calm before the storm of Calvary, the Lord delivers a short …

Introduction: A Time of Confusion, A Call to Clarity We live in tumultuous times within the Church. The Synod on Synodality, promoted as a “process of listening and discernment,” has sparked hope in some but deep concern in others. As Catholics faithful to the perennial Tradition of the Church, we must ask …

Introduction: The Silence That Shouts the Truth Holy Week is filled with awe-inspiring moments, liturgies rich in meaning, and gestures that pierce the heart with their spiritual depth. But there is one day—often overlooked—that is, in fact, a prophetic volcano: Holy Tuesday. Amid the processions, the beauty of adorned churches, …

Introduction: The Power of Silence in a Noisy World We live in an age of constant agitation, where social media, polarized opinions, and media noise dominate our daily lives. In this context, Holy Tuesday invites us to reflect on one of the most profound moments of Christ’s Passion: His silence in the face …

INTRODUCTION: A Cry from the Silence of the Temples Step into a church today and pause for a moment. What do you see? What do you hear? What do you feel? For many, the temple —which should be the dwelling place of the Most High and a place of recollection— …

Introduction: A Jesus Who Shakes Our Comfort Holy Monday presents us with a scene that may unsettle many: Jesus, the Prince of Peace, displays righteous anger by driving out the merchants from the Temple. This episode, recounted in all four Gospels (Mt 21:12-17; Mk 11:15-19; Lk 19:45-48; Jn 2:13-22), is not …

Introduction: The Beauty of the Divine Plan From Genesis to Revelation, the story of salvation is a narrative of divine love—a path designed by God to lead humanity from the shadows of sin to the light of eternity. In a world marked by relativism and confusion, remembering these fundamental truths …

In an increasingly secularized world full of questions about faith, it is essential for Catholics to “always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have” (1 Peter 3:15). Often, friends, family members, or even we ourselves face doubts about …

Introduction: Why read sacred history in a world obsessed with the present? We live in an age of immediacy—fleeting headlines, short digital memories. History seems like a relic, a luxury for academics or the nostalgic. Yet amid modern noise, the Historical Books of the Old Testament resonate as a firm …

Introduction: The God Who Empties Himself The term kenosis (from the Greek κένωσις, meaning “emptying”) represents one of Christianity’s most profound and revolutionary concepts, revealed in Philippians 2:5-7: “Have among yourselves the same attitude that is also yours in Christ Jesus, Who, though He was in the form of God, did not regard equality …

Objective: Read the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, and Luke in one month, comparing their parallel accounts to deepen your understanding of Jesus’ life and teachings. 📖 Plan Structure: Daily reading of parallel passages Thematic focus: Each day explores a key aspect of Jesus’ ministry Estimated time: 15-20 minutes per day 📅 Days 1-10: Birth, Baptism and …

Introduction: What Are the Synoptic Gospels? When we open the New Testament, we encounter four accounts of Jesus’ life: Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. The first three—Matthew, Mark, and Luke—are known as the Synoptic Gospels, a term derived from the Greek syn (together) and opsis (view), meaning they can be “viewed together” due to their …

Introduction: A King Who Defies Expectations When we imagine a king entering his city, we picture majestic horses, golden chariots, and mighty armies. But Jesus, the King of Kings, chose something radically different—a humble donkey. This gesture was far from random; it was loaded with deep theological meaning, fulfilling an …