My dear brothers and sisters

This Sunday’s Gospel (Luke 10:1–12, 17–20) presents Jesus sending out seventy-two disciples, two by two, to proclaim the peace of the Kingdom. He asks them to go with simplicity, carrying nothing extra, trusting in the hospitality of open hearts.

This passage reminds us that we are all sent by the Lord. Each one of us, from our own situation, is called to be a witness of God’s peace and love. And in a world wounded by divisions, wars, and violence, that message of peace remains urgent and necessary.

I invite you to embrace this mission with joy. There is no need to go far: peace begins at home, in our families, in our neighborhoods. May we live this week as sent disciples, with humility, hope, and trust that God walks with us.

Abundant blessings,

Rev. Julio Fernandez