(VIDEO ONLY) In his message, Pope Leo reflected on the Resurrection of Christ, highlighting how His presence is revealed in a close and discreet way. He emphasized that even in the face of difficulties, there is always room for hope.
SUMMARY OF PUBLIC CATECHESIS IN ENGLISH:
Dear Brothers and Sisters,
In our catechesis on the Jubilee theme of “Jesus Christ our Hope,” today we will continue our
consideration of the Resurrection. As we heard in the Gospel reading, the disappointment of the disciples after the passion of the Lord had blinded them to the joy of the Resurrection. Jesus, rather than dazzling them with his glorious splendor, chose to appear to them with great humility, patiently teaching them that his death was the mysterious path by which he redeemed us and manifested his love for us. However disappointed, unworthy or lost we may feel, no matter how deep our pain, the Lord wishes to accompany us on our path and teach us to discover the salvific meaning of our own suffering. Let us ask the Lord for the grace to recognize his humble presence and to accept life’s trials with joy as we await his coming in glory.
I extend a warm welcome to the English-speaking pilgrims and visitors taking part in today’s Audience, especially those coming from Australia, Denmark, England, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Japan, Malaysia, Nigeria, Northern Ireland, Norway, the Philippines, Saudi Arabia, Scotland, South Africa, South Korea, Sweden, the United States of America, Vietnam and Wales. In greeting with particular affection the religious and consecrated who are participating in the Jubilee of Consecrated Life, I encourage you to look to the Blessed Virgin Mary who is “the sublime model of consecration to the Father, union with the Son and openness to the Spirit”.
God bless you all!
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