This year, we are once again granted the opportunity to prepare our hearts to celebrate the profound mystery of Jesus’ death and resurrection, which is the foundation of both our personal and communal Christian life. We must continually reflect on this mystery, allowing its spiritual power to grow within us as we remain open to it, responding with freedom and generosity. The resurrection is not merely an event to commemorate, but a living truth that calls us to deeper understanding and transformation in our faith journey.

Christian joy stems from embracing the Good News of Jesus’ death and resurrection, which invites us into a relationship of love and dialogue with God. This message challenges us to reject the false belief that we can live life solely for ourselves, reminding us that our lives are a gift from God, meant to be lived in His love. As we reflect during this Lent, it is essential to keep our focus on the crucified Christ, allowing His mercy to continually heal and save us. Through confession, we are reminded of His forgiveness, which frees us from guilt and leads us toward a more abundant life.