Saint Aloysius Gonzaga, Religious
Saturday of week 11 in Ordinary Time
First reading 2 Corinthians 12:1-10
The reflection on Saint Aloysius Gonzaga, a model of youthful purity and self-giving, invites us to embrace the paradox that lies at the heart of Christian life: “When I am weak, then I am strong.” Saint Paul continues to explore this mystery, recognizing that our true strength does not come from self-reliance or spiritual triumphs, but from grace, God’s sustaining presence within us. In moments of weakness, when our desires overwhelm us or our limitations seem too great, it is grace that upholds us, guides us, and transforms what feels like failure into a pathway of deeper trust. Saint Aloysius, despite his fragile health and the temptations of the world around him, surrendered everything to God and found in grace the strength to love radically. Today, we are reminded that grace is not just a hidden help, it is the very power of God at work in us, lifting us beyond ourselves and making holiness possible even in our frailty. Let’s reflect: In what areas of my life do I need to stop relying on my own strength and instead open myself more fully to the transforming power of God’s grace?
Don Giorgio