St. Anthony of Padua.

Be the salt! Be the light! (Mt 5:13-16)

By identifying us, (Christians) in today's gospel with the salt of the earth and the light of the world, Jesus reminds us of "Yes" to Him and our responsibility vis-à-vis the society. We must bring God's kingdom amidst this world of confusion and sin, promotion of error and lies, and deterioration of values.

Our light must shine so as to expose the evil and drive away the darkness. Our lives must be the visible sign of Christ's presence.

Dear St Anthony, patron saint of the poor, sailors and fishermen, priests and travelers and wonder-workers, obtain for us to be shining examples of God's love and light. Amen.

Sacred heart of Jesus, may your kingdom come!

Fr. G. R. BIDZOGO SAC