Solomon has just completed the construction of the temple. He enters the Temple to pray. First, he praises God and then he asks two things in particular for the people: that God always hears him, and that he forgives him for his transgressions. Lord forgive me and please hear me, always.

To the Pharisees and us Jesus emphasizes that rituals are nothing without a correct disposition of the mind and heart. Following rituals, belonging to movements and solidarity in our parishes is not enough - we must have faith in God and believe in what we do and why we do it. May the Saints Miki and companions strengthen us in the faith!

Fr Georges