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The Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe, is the last Sunday of the Church Year. Just as we do when a calendar year draws to a close and a new one is about to begin, we reflect on where we’ve been and where we resolve to go in the coming year. The Gospel for this Sunday invites us to reflect on Jesus’ response to Pilate when asked if he is the King of the Jews: “For this I was born and for this I came into the world, to testify to the truth. Everyone who belongs to the truth listens to my voice” (John 18:37).
Jesus says that his purpose is to testify to the truth. If we belong to the truth, we listen to his voice. He makes it sound simple and clear-cut, yet we falter in giving Christ our full attention and are swayed by some of the lies of this world. As catechetical leaders, catechists-teachers, and parents, our role is to point the children in our care to the truth—through both our words and actions.
WE PRAY: May God give us all the ability to block out the lies and focus on his truth as revealed by Jesus Christ. Amen.
How consistently do I seek the truth of Christ over the lies of this world?
How will I listen to the voice of Christ more attentively in the coming year?
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