In The Spirit

Everything, the joy and sorrow, the mundane and profound, has become part of a single, sacred journey

On the ancient cobblestone streets of Rome, I often encounter a serene and moving scene: whether it is a monk in his habit or a devout layperson, they walk while holding a rosary, quietly reciting the Rosary prayers.

The August pain was indeed a big blessing for me! It promoted personal growth, fostered resilience, wisdom and self-discovery; challenging and prompting me to introspect.

These episodes have shown me clearly that God can work powerfully in the secular realm. And even though I do not speak about religion directly, I am sure that God touches these people in a special way as, hopefully, they experience His love through the music.

The theme "Pilgrims of Hope for Creation" calls us to act with humility and purpose for our common home.

Positioned at the threshold of the Marian invocations in the Litany of the Blessed Virgin Mary, the title ‘Holy Virgin of Virgins’ is more than accolade.

Have you ever felt called to visit a place not as a tourist, but as a pilgrim, invited to encounter Jesus and our Mother Mary in a holy place?

In this Jubilee Year of Hope, the Catholic Church teaches that “Christ is our sole source of hope by offering salvation, healing, and eternal life through His sacrifice and Resurrection.”

"If you want to run fast, run alone. If you want to run far, run together." – African Proverb