On the Feast of the Epiphany, Pope Francis delivered an inspiring message of humility and wonder during the Angelus Prayer, urging the faithful to never lose the courage needed to seek God with hope and to bring the illuminating light of the Christ Child to all. He drew upon the journey of the Magi, who, guided by a star, sought out Jesus in Bethlehem and discovered a humble child in a manger. This child, born to poor parents, was a manifestation of God Himself, the Pope emphasized.
Fixing Our Sight on High
Addressing the crowd in St. Peter’s Square, Pope Francis highlighted the importance of fixing our sight on high, lifting our eyes to the heavens, and seeking the courage to not lose heart in the face of difficulties. He emphasized the need to lift our eyes to the heavens, journey on earth as witnesses to the Gospel, and take the risk of bringing God to others through service and encounter. The Pope’s message stressed the significance of seeking and encountering God in everyday life, particularly in the faces of the poor.
Encountering God in the Simplicity of Silence
Pope Francis encouraged Christians to engage in contemplation and adoration of Jesus, especially in the Eucharist, as a way to give meaning to time and to rediscover life’s direction through the simplicity of silence that nourishes the heart. He asserted that such encounter with God opens us up to a greater reality that transforms our lives and the world.
Learning from Children
Furthermore, the Pope urged believers to learn from children, whose traits such as trust, curiosity, and spontaneity can teach us about Jesus and help us approach the world’s problems with a fresh and creative perspective. In his concluding prayer, Pope Francis asked for the intercession of Mary, the Mother of God, to deepen the love for the Child Jesus and to extend that love to all children, particularly those suffering due to war and injustice.
Comments