Saturday memorial of the Blessed Virgin Mary
First Saturday – let us entrust ourselves to the Immaculate Heart of Mary
Saturday of week 13 in Ordinary Time
Saint Antony Mary Zaccaria, Priest
First reading Genesis 27:1-5,15-29
The story of Jacob deceiving his father Isaac is one of the most enigmatic episodes in the Bible—a moment filled with human weakness, manipulation, and broken trust. And yet, mysteriously, God allows it to unfold as part of His greater plan. This passage challenges our understanding of how divine providence works; it reminds us that God does not only work through the pure and the perfect, but often through flawed choices, tangled relationships, and even mistakes. Rather than endorsing deception, God reveals that His grace is not limited by human failure. He weaves redemption even through the messiness of human history. In our own lives, we may carry regrets or witness situations that seem confusing or unjust, but today we are invited to trust that nothing is wasted in God’s hands. His plan is bigger than our logic, and His mercy can transform even the most puzzling moments into part of a greater purpose. Let’s reflect: Can I trust that God is at work even in the confusing or imperfect parts of my life, using them for a greater purpose beyond what I can now understand?
Don Giorgio