Podcast appearances and mentions of Saint Gabriel

Delivered by Joanna Engie from the Parish of Saint Gabriel in the Diocese of Bandung, Indonesia. Genesis 37: 3-4.12-13a.17b-28; Rs psalm 105: 16-17.18-19.20-21; Matthew 21: 33-43.45-46.LOVE RETURNEDWITH HATE  The title for our meditation today is: Love Returnedwith Hate. For believers and followers of Christ, this sentence does not belongto the teachings of the Lord and Church. On the contrary, what the Lord andChurch teach is love in return or love that produces goodness, or love bringsjoy. Although it is not God's teaching, sacred scriptures and teachings intendto describe how evil and bad our life is if it is ruled by sin. Envy, hatred,anger, arrogance, cruelty, and violence are the sins that destroy life. Today's readings from the bible tell the story aboutthe acts of love from generous people who show the importance of love and mercyof the heavenly Father. That act of love is reciprocated with hatred and angerthat lead to murder and destruction. The target of hatred and anger is themessenger who carries the message of love to be conveyed or shared. Jacob senthis beloved son Joseph, to signify his own coming to meet and serve hischildren in the field. But Joseph was captured, tortured, and sold. Themaster's messengers to the vineyard were persecuted and destroyed one by one.The last messenger was his own son who was tortured and killed by his trusted workersand servants. During this Lent the call to reflect on the lovereturned with hate is intended to reinforce our obligation to do some actions.The first, we must avoid our inability to distinguish between love returnedwith love from love returned with hate. Those who profess faith in God butcannot discern it accordingly, and then deliberately reciprocate love withhatred, are not really the followers of Christ. Second, as believers our obedience demands that ourchoice is to do the will of God. We choose love returned with love. Kindnessreciprocates kindness. Joy reciprocates joy. In order to choose this, ourcloseness and intimacy with God is essential, and not the contrary such as dicouragment,dryness, and distance. Communication with God in a personal and sincere manner oftenbecome the most common ways to do.  Third, Jesus' own real experience dealing with Hisenemies had indeed testified how love returned with hate is. He reveals thatthis experience will be our experience too, because we follow Jesus' way oflife. Jesus was not afraid and ran away from the powerful attack of hatred andthreats. The more hatred was ignited, the greater love was coming. The moreviolent treatment He received, the more patience, steadfastness of faith, andforgiveness were shown in return. This is the way He teaches us and we arerequired to do the same. Letus pray. In the name of the Father... Almighty and everliving Father, may YourSpirit always illuminate our minds and hearts so that we can always discerngood from evil. Glory to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Spirit ...In the name of the Father ...

Saints du jour 2026-02-27 Saint Gabriel de l'Addolorata, Saint Grégoire de Narek et Sainte Anne Line by Radio Maria France

Full Text of Readings Friday of the First Week of Lent Lectionary: 228 The Saint of the day is Saint Gabriel of Our Lady of Sorrows Saint Gabriel of Our Lady of Sorrows' Story Born in Italy into a large family and baptized Francis, Saint Gabriel lost his mother when he was only four years old. He was educated by the Jesuits and, having been cured twice of serious illnesses, came to believe that God was calling him to the religious life. Young Francis wished to join the Jesuits but was turned down, probably because of his age, not yet 17. Following the death of a sister to cholera, his resolve to enter religious life became even stronger and he was accepted by the Passionists. Upon entering the novitiate he was given the name Gabriel of Our Lady of Sorrows. Ever popular and cheerful, Gabriel quickly was successful in his effort to be faithful in little things. His spirit of prayer, love for the poor, consideration of the feelings of others, exact observance of the Passionist Rule as well as his bodily penances—always subject to the will of his wise superiors— made a deep impression on everyone. His superiors had great expectations of Gabriel as he prepared for the priesthood, but after only four years of religious life symptoms of tuberculosis appeared. Ever obedient, he patiently bore the painful effects of the disease and the restrictions it required, seeking no special notice. He died peacefully on February 27, 1862, at age 24, having been an example to both young and old. Saint Gabriel of Our Lady of Sorrows was canonized in 1920. Reflection When we think of achieving great holiness by doing little things with love and grace, Therese of Lisieux comes first to mind. Like her, Gabriel died painfully from tuberculosis. Together they urge us to tend to the small details of daily life, to be considerate of others' feelings every day. Our path to sanctity, like theirs, probably lies not in heroic doings but in performing small acts of kindness every day.Saint of the Day, Copyright Franciscan Media

Delivered by Gladys from the Parish of Saint Gabriel in the Diocese of Bandung, Indonesia. Esther C 4: 10a.10c-12.17-19; Rs psalm 138: 1-2a.2bc-3.7c-8; Matthew 7: 7-12.GOD IS OUR HELPER Our meditation today isentitled: God Is Our Helper. Mrs. Martha, a widow, has been working for morethan twenty years as a sacristant in a local parish church. Her monthly salaryis far less than the lowest salary for a civil servant. Meanwhile she has theeldest son who is in college and his younger brother who is still in highschool. One time her son whois a university student badly needed money for an important academic activity.However, this mother did not have at all the amount that her son needed. Sheworked as usual and continued to pray in the church, while welcoming the variouspeople who came to pray in the church. There was a guest from outside the areawho, after praying, gave her an envelope filled with money. He said that hisnovena prayer was granted and the first person he met at the church deserved avery sincere sign of gratitude from him. The money was the exact amount for herson's need at the university. In reality, half ofour prayers are petitions. We ask and beg because we believe that God is sogenerous. It is impossible for us to continue asking and asking at those whodon't have anything. Because God is so abundant in his grace, we ask Himwithout ceasing. So God really is our helper. Through requests and petitions inprayers, God gives us according to His will. Human needs will notbe exhausted when they are still in the world. At times when we are not pressedor not in difficulties, it seems that our prayers do not contain requests. Itmay also be that our prayers every day do not specifically express requests orasking, because our lives are just flowing and simply normal. But when viewedobjectively, our own lives are a gift to be implemented day and night. We justneed God's guidance and protection. We certainly expressgratitude for this gift. However, in the prayer of thanksgiving, implied arequest that our lives be kept away from all evil influences and enemy'sthreat. We hope that our faith and hope for God's providence will remainstrong. Esther in the Old Testament tells how the danger of death wasthreatening her life. Queen Esther firmly believed that only God's help wouldshe rely on. Although she felt so lonely and there was no one by her side, shetruly believed that God was her true and main helper. God cannot bear torefuse His children asking for help in strong faith and hope. Especially in thedifficulties and sufferings of life, our only hope is the almighty God. Let's pray. In the name of the Father... Almighty God, may Your power be with us in the moments of difficulty andtrials in our lives. Hail Mary, full of grace ... In the name of the Father ...