Wednesday of week 6 in Ordinary Time
First reading Genesis 8:6-13,20-22
In this passsage we see Noah sending out the dove as a sign of hope and renewal after the flood. When the dove does not return, it signifies that the earth has been cleansed, and life can begin anew. The dove, often a symbol of peace, finds a place to settle only after evil has been purified, indicating that true peace can only take root where righteousness prevails. Just as the flood washed away corruption, preparing the world for a fresh beginning, so too must hearts be purified for peace to dwell within them. Noah’s offering after leaving the ark further reinforces this, as God responds with a promise never again to curse the earth in such a way, affirming that renewal and divine mercy go hand in hand. This passage reminds us that peace is not merely the absence of conflict but the presence of a space where goodness can thrive. Let’s reflect: Am I actively creating space for peace in my life by allowing God to cleanse my heart of sin, or am I still holding onto things that prevent true renewal?
Don Giorgio