August 2022 archive of Father Fernando's Reflection

August 2022 archive of Father Fernando's Reflection

The one who humbles himself will be exalted. / El que se humilla será exaltado.

Posted by Father Fernando Molina Restrepo on 8/26/22

In today’s parable about a wedding feast, Jesus teaches that the more humble we are, the more favor we will have with God. This makes sense since the more humble we are, the more we must rely on God and recognize Him in our lives and the lives of ... Read More »

Who will be saved? / ¿Quiénes serán salvados?

Posted by Father Fernando Molina Restrepo on 8/19/22

Who will be saved?

It is very clear that God wants everyone to be saved. Isaiah, in today’s first reading, reiterates God’s message, “I come to gather nations of every language...brothers and sisters from all the nations…” This is why Jesus was incarnated. God gives us life in abundance ... Read More »

I have come to set the earth on fire. / He venido a traer fuego a la tierra.

Posted by Father Fernando Molina Restrepo on 8/12/22

At first glance, today’s gospel doesn’t sound like Jesus at all. He tells the disciples that He is bringing a lot of division, not peace. Wait...how can that be? Jesus is all about getting along, turning the other cheek and living in harmony. I think we need to take ... Read More »

Be vigilant, faithful and prudent./ Sé vigilante, fiel y prudente.

Posted by Father Fernando Molina Restrepo on 8/12/22

The parables in today’s gospel explain three important attributes to which all Christians should aspire. First, we must be vigilant. This means we must be watchful, prepared, and always alert for the coming of the Lord. Like the servants in the parable, we do not know the hour of ... Read More »

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