
Love Crucified, Love Given
March 29, 2026
palm Sunday of the lord’s passion
| First Reading | Isaiah 50:4-7 |
| Psalm | Psalm 22:8-9, 17-18, 19-20, 23-24 |
| Second Reading | Philippians 2:6-11 |
| Gospel Reading | Matthew 26:14—27:66 |
As we enter Holy Week, we are faced with the depth of Christ’s suffering and love. The cry, “My God, my God, why have you abandoned me?” echoes not only His pain, but also the weight of our sins—reminding us how often we turn away, and yet how deeply He continues to love.
Hibla: The Message of the Readings
Jesus emptied Himself and became human so that we might share in His divinity, embracing even suffering and death out of love. His Passion reveals both the cruelty of sin and the immeasurable depth of God’s mercy.
Hugot: Points to Ponder
In what ways do I still “crucify” Christ by choosing to turn away from His love?
Hamon: The Challenge
Choose one sin you keep repeating and consciously refuse it today as your response to Christ’s suffering.