Regarding the new document from the Vatican (Fiducia Supplicans) on blessing same-sex couples, Fr. Chris Alar, MIC, explains its real meaning and what you need to know to adhere to the tradition and teaching of the Catholic Church.

Father Anthony reflects on John 19:1–5 — the haunting scene of Jesus scourged, crowned with thorns, and presented to the crowd with the words, “Behold the man,” revealing the depth of His humility and love as He silently bears humiliation and pain for our salvation, inviting us to gaze upon Him, recognize our own sin and suffering laid upon His shoulders, and respond not with indifference, but with repentance, gratitude, and trust in His mercy.

Father Anthony advises us to call upon the Angels for protection and invoke them to help us in this life.