Living Stones
"The temple that Our Lady wants is a spiritual temple that is built out of the 'living stones' of our lives," - Archbishop José H. Gomez
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"The temple that Our Lady wants is a spiritual temple that is built out of the 'living stones' of our lives," - Archbishop José H. Gomez
Through our daily efforts, we actively participate in God’s ongoing creation. Work is not merely what we do; it is the domain in which we sanctify ourselves and transform the world.
Amid headlines dominated by global conflict, division, and uncertainty, we often hear narratives suggesting that faith is in decline. Yet, if we look closely, God is continually working in quiet, extraordinary ways, often in places where we least expect it.
Every stone whispered of a radical call. Jesus did not form His disciples to remain sequestered in comfort, but sent them instead to transform a broken world.
Since arriving on Sunday, I have had the absolute privilege of walking the very land where Jesus Christ lived, walked, and shared the Gospel.
As we reflect on the sacrifices of the approximately 90,000 lives lost during the Cristero War, let us recommit ourselves to defending our faith today.
Societies facing severe political instability and public anxiety, the human heart continually yearns for stability, reconciliation, and a higher moral purpose in public life.
As a student of history, I can't help but remember that Spain has given the Church so many saints and over the centuries brought so many souls to God; it's easy to celebrate with them this week.
As we watch nations gather on the global stage, we are reminded of how powerful it is when humanity finds a shared joy. It shows us that beneath our differences, there is a human desire for community, for excellence, and for celebration.
Who is tasked with fixing these broken systems? Who is responsible for building a society where the vulnerable are protected, infrastructure is resilient, and emergency responses are swift, competent, and ethical? The answer is us, the laity.
Most of us, will not be called to jump into the freezing waters of a waterfall to rescue someone. But indistinguishable from the other threads that make up the fabric of life, we will always have endless moments in our life that call for authentic Christian heroism.
Together, let us continue to bring the light of the Gospel into the heart of the world. Because if not now, when? And if not us, then who?
The challenges facing our world are real. The headlines can sometimes feel overwhelming. Yet our response must never be discouragement. Our response must be leadership.
Whether we look at global instability, cultural confusion, or the quieter challenges inside our organizations and families, one question keeps surfacing with urgency. What does faithful leadership look like when it is not convenient?
Fatima is one of the two Marian sanctuaries that participants in the TLI program may choose for their Tepeyac Leadership Retreat, the highlight of their eighteen-week experience through the leadership program.