Champions of Divine Justice.

Dear friends in Christ, in a society tortured by inequality, exploitation, abuse of power, corruption, the pursuit of power and riches at the expense of the weak and the poor, today's readings invite us to reappropriate divine justice not as a mere concept, but as divine mandate. The Book of Leviticus 25, 1, 8-17 is urging us to create a just society where all can flourish.

According to today's responsorial Psalm 66(67), we will be able to create just communities when we are faithful to God's unchanging teachings and laws.

Matthew's Gospel cautions us on the paths we choose. Unlike Herod, a coward, a man of flesh, we must choose the enduring path of righteousness of John the Baptist, who followed the voice of the spirit and truth.

Let us be champions of divine justice, which is an expression of God's own heart. Let us embrace God's faithful guidance, allowing His wisdom to illuminate our choices. May our lives become a symphony of divine justice and truth.

Immaculate heart of Mary, pray for us!

Father G. R. Bidzogo sac