On the threshold of Holy Week, Fr. Yamil Samalot Rivera, OP, delivers a powerful "Word of Hope" reflecting on the Gospel for the Saturday of Lent's Fifth Week. Father delves into the authorities' decision to condemn Jesus following the miracle of Lazarus, focusing on Caiaphas' pivotal, prophetic words.
Explore the profound meaning behind Caiaphas' statement that it was better for one man to die for the people (John 11:49-52). This homily unpacks how Jesus' death was foretold as a means to gather God's scattered children into one family. Understand Jesus' voluntary sacrifice on the cross as a historical manifestation of eternal, Trinitarian, redemptive love between the Father and the Son.
As Palm Sunday approaches, be inspired to live out this reciprocal love in your own life, offering your daily actions to God and preparing your heart for the mysteries of Holy Week and Easter. Includes a short reflection in Spanish.
Homily by Fr. Yamil Samalot Rivera, OP (Dominican Friar, Province of St. Albert the Great, Puerto Rico).
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