Dear Fellow Disciples, peace.

Today we celebrate the Feast of the Dedication of the Lateran Basilica—the cathedral of the Bishop of Rome, our Holy Father, and the mother church of all churches in the world. This feast reminds us that the Church is not merely a building of stone but a living temple made up of each one of us, built on Christ, the one true foundation.

Dear Fellow Disciples, peace.

Today, the Church pauses in deep prayer and loving remembrance of all the faithful departed. Yesterday, we rejoiced with the saints in glory; today, we intercede for those still on the way to the fullness of light. All Souls' Day reminds us that love does not end with death - it is purified, strengthened, and completed in God's mercy.

Dear Fellow Disciples, peace.

In today's Gospel, Jesus gives us the parable of the Pharisee and the tax collector-two men who go up to the Temple to pray. The Pharisee stands proud, listing his good deeds, while the tax collector stands at a distance, humbly asking for mercy. Jesus concludes, "Whoever exalts himself will be humbled, and the one who humbles himself will be exalted."

Dear Fellow Disciples, peace.

In today's Gospel, Jesus gives us the parable of the persistent widow to teach us about the power and necessity of prayer. The widow's perseverance before the unjust judge mirrors our call to pray with faith and constancy - not because God is reluctant to help, but because prayer keeps our hearts open to His will and strengthens our trust in His providence.

Dear Fellow Disciples, peace.

In today’s Gospel, ten lepers cry out to Jesus for mercy, and all are healed. Yet only one—a Samaritan—returns to give thanks. Jesus asks, “Where are the other nine?” Gratitude, we see, is not simply good manners; it is the mark of a true disciple.

Dear Fellow Disciples, peace.

In today's Gospel the disciples ask Jesus, "Increase our faith!" Jesus respofaqeeeends that even faith the size of a mustard seed can work wonders. He then reminds them that discipleship is not about recognition or reward but about humble service: "We are unworthy servants; we have only done our duty."